I'm Giving You My Best Friend

Finally, the two returned after getting their food, but judging from Xigelika's reluctant appearance, she was clearly dragged back by Danya.

The person next to Wuling changed from Xigelika to Danya, and Xigelika sat down next to Danya.

The meal was eaten quietly. Lingyang had to look after Calcharo, Wuling and Xigelika simply didn't know what to say, and as for Danya, she was simply enjoying the meal.

Anyway, during Wuling, she never stopped eating; she was always eating, and if she choked, she would just drink some soup.

"Belch."

Perhaps because she was too full, Danya even let out a small burp after finishing her meal.

"I feel so happy and content."

Danya, clutching her slightly rounded belly, leaned back in her dining chair with a blissful expression; this was the most satisfying meal she had all day.

"I'm done eating, let's go."

Wuling tidying up, Wu Ling left his seat with the others. Calcharo had also recovered quite well and no longer needed assistance.

On the way, Danya glanced at her best friend, then stole a look at Wuling standing next to her, and a plan formed in her mind.

"By the way, Wuling, are you free on Saturday morning?"

"Hmm? Let me think, nothing seems to be wrong. What's wrong?"

Upon hearing this answer, Danya was immediately overjoyed.

"Here's the thing, I suddenly received a notification that something came up on Saturday morning, but I promised Xixi I'd go to the back mountain with her that morning, so I definitely can't go now."

As Danya spoke, she pushed Xigelika in front of Wuling.

"So I'd like to ask you, could you go with her in my place?"

Danya was indeed telling the truth; she had just received a call that morning informing her of an urgent matter and hadn't had a chance to tell Xixi yet.

As for now, that was just a sudden whim.

Sigria was completely unprepared for Danya's sudden move. She was pushed so hard that she stumbled and almost bumped into Wuling.

She quickly steadied herself, her ears turning slightly red, and abruptly turned to look at her friend beside her, her eyes filled with shock.

"Danya."

She gasped softly, a hint of bewilderment in her voice. They hadn't even discussed this matter; how could she have been pushed into it so easily?

Danya winked at her, giving her a "I'm doing this to help you" look, without the slightest hint of guilt.

"A flock of birds I've never seen before recently flew to the back mountain. Xixi has been wanting to see them for a long time, but I was assigned a task at the last minute and can't get away. I can't let her go to the back mountain alone, the path there is a bit remote, and it's not safe for her to go alone."

This is a lie. They've explored almost the entire back mountain, more than once. Except for one area that's not open to the public, they've walked every other path. Getting lost? That's impossible.

However, Wuling clearly believed it and was seriously considering it.

"The back mountain?" Wuling hesitated for a moment before asking, "Is the road there easy to travel?"

He had never been to the back mountain himself; the only time was when he got lost at the very beginning and was found by Xigelika. Thinking about it now, it's a little embarrassing.

"Most of it is fine, except for a few sections of dirt road that are a bit steep."

Danya quickly replied, afraid he would refuse, "Xixi's sense of direction isn't very good. I was originally planning to show her the way. If you have time, that would be great. Could you help her with any difficult parts of the road? Just consider it a favor to me, okay?"

Xigelika bit her lower lip, her mind a jumble of thoughts. She really wanted to go to the back mountain to see the birds, but the thought of going alone with Wuling made her heart race uncontrollably, and all sorts of chaotic ideas kept popping into her head.

She wanted to say that it wasn't necessary and that she could go another day, but she swallowed the words back.

Wuling: "But I've never been to the back mountain, I don't know the way at all."

Danya was instantly stunned by Wuling's words.

That's right.

This guy got lost the first time he came to the back mountain, and Xixi had to pick him up and take him back. How could he possibly lead the way?

The air fell silent for half a second as Danya's mind raced.

"It's alright, it's alright, I don't need you to lead the way, I know Xixi well."

She shoved the blame and right-of-way into her best friend's hands, frantically gesturing for Xigelika to speak, seemingly oblivious to the fact that her words contradicted what she had said before.

"Xixi just needs to know the way. Your job is to accompany her and help her on difficult parts. The important thing is safety, and that she has someone with her."

Danya spoke with an air of righteous indignation and utmost sincerity, as if she were genuinely just worried about her best friend's safety going up the mountain alone.

Lingyang and Calcharo, who were standing nearby, twitched their lips slightly as they listened. Oh, in the end, it really was just because the road was difficult to walk on.

Only Xigelika herself stood there, her heart pounding wildly. She had been sold out completely, yet she seemed oblivious to it all.

"I... I know the way."

"I often go to the back mountain, I won't get lost."

She lowered her head and added softly, her voice trailing off, "But... if it's not too much trouble for you... could you come with me?"

She had intended to refuse, but for some reason, she couldn't bring herself to say it.

Looking at her current state, Wuling found it difficult to bring himself to refuse.

Well, Phrolova's appointment is in the afternoon, Xigelika's is in the morning. As long as we manage the time well, it should be fine.

He paused for two seconds, then nodded slightly.

"Alright."

"I'll go with you this Saturday morning."

As soon as she finished speaking, Danya almost clapped her hands in delight, but she managed to hold back, only mentally making a gesture of perfect success.

It's done.

Junior, I don't have much to repay you with, so I'll give you my best friend. You'd better seize this opportunity, or you'll never get another chance like it.

Xigelika: So you just sold me out like that?

Danya: Yes, that's right, that's exactly it.

Xigelika's eyes lit up slightly, her drooping eyelashes trembled, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously curved into a slight smile.

Thank you, Wuling.

"No need." Wuling waved his hand. "What time should we meet?"

"Around eight o'clock, near the cafeteria entrance, just in time to finish breakfast before going."

This time, before Xigelika could even speak, Danya answered at lightning speed, cutting off the time limit and leaving no room for retraction.

"Good."

With the matter settled, the group happened to reach a fork in the road.

"See you next time. Let's keep in touch via WeChat if anything comes up."

Danya pulled Xigelika back two steps, waved goodbye, and said, "We're going back to the dorm now. Thanks for your hard work on Saturday, Wuling."

Without giving Xigelika a chance to say a word, she grabbed him and ran.

Xigelika was being pulled forward, and couldn't help but secretly glance back.

The moment their eyes met, Xigelika hurriedly turned her head away.