Chapter 130

"Corner." After all, the protagonist is naturally the first to appear! But after encountering Xia Yan, who definitely has the template of a succubus male protagonist from a light novel, Hua Xin gave up on this idea. How could she compete with someone who is obviously a sunny and popular male protagonist! The otaku should just stay at home, enjoy music, and play games. But at this moment, the male protagonist's hands were covered with scars of all sizes and newly healed, red wounds, many of which were obvious abrasions and pinches. Hua Xin had already learned about Xia Yan's job from Xia Fen. He was an ordinary working man who assembled and repaired computers for others during his spare time and holidays. Compared to any hidden rich second generation or young listed company boss... he was a far cry from that. How could things in novels be linked to reality? If everything were as magical as in novels, then she would already have an invincible giant bull and have entered the entire world of 2D and mansions. He's a total overlord in a harem of beauties!! Uh, that's a bit unrealistic. Hua Xin lifted her mask to wipe the drool from the corner of her mouth, then put it back on. And his excuse of carrying bricks at the construction site... no one would believe him. Although they're both doing odd jobs, there's no comparison between which is more tiring. Because as long as you work hard enough, anything is tiring. Hua Xin quietly looked at the jade stone on Xia Yan's wrist, which emitted a faint glow even in the darkness. The black and red silk thread seemed a bit cheap. Xia Yan was still wearing it; he always wore the gift she had given him. The girl's hand rested quietly on Xia Yan's wrist. Hua Xin could even hear each other's heartbeats. "So quiet..." After adjusting herself slightly, Hua Xin covered Xia Yan with the blanket. She'd wait until dawn to make sure Xia Yan was alright, then go home and get a good night's sleep... It seems she won't be able to sleep tonight... The girl sat back down on the small stool. "Hmm..." "?" Xia Yan's sudden, unconscious groan made Hua Xin take two steps back, staring at him in horror. What's going on?... This isn't a zombie, is it??? Where's the black dog blood and glutinous rice??? Wait... it seems Xia Yan isn't dead yet... Hua Xin walked back to the bedside, and seeing that his brows had relaxed, a smile involuntarily flashed in her eyes. What... talking in his sleep. He's alright now... A faint weariness washed over her, but Hua Xin, sitting on the edge of the bed, still didn't choose to fall asleep. After dispelling some of the sleepiness, the girl... She silently gazed at Xia Yan's pale face, propping her chin on her hand as she slowly recalled her words to Xia Yan at the barbecue restaurant. Had she... gone too far? Ultimately, they were just close friends. What right did she have to teach Xia Yan how to socialize or handle interpersonal relationships? Not to mention, she was the one who had been guided step by step by Xia Yan. Just a few months ago, she was a recluse, afraid to leave her home. Hua Xin, Gu Xin Hua— the matter was resolved, wasn't it? And then... Something's not right. Hua Xin suddenly looked up, her smile vanishing. Xia Yan, exhausted, had finally rested. Lin Qingyu and Liu Ruoyun, after seeing the post on their WeChat Moments, would likely let go of their obsessions with Xia Yan and find new beginnings. Many others would simply enjoy the gossip and give it a like. But what about her?! What was she going to do with her four thousand and thirty-three yuan and eight jiao?! Her savings of several years had vanished in an instant. If she hadn't already bought New Year's supplies, she probably wouldn't even be able to afford a decent meal this year. "How could I possibly ask Xia Yan for money?! He's spending my money and expecting me to watch over him... Dream on! Then I won't have to treat him to meals anymore. What's the point of spending over four thousand yuan on food?!" The girl's face fell, then she resolutely unlocked her phone. But the chat window she just opened made Hua Xin belatedly stop her finger; the specially noted name "Xia Fen" was very eye-catching. If she told Xia Fen now, how could she explain that Hua Xin and Xia Yan had an accident while out, but Gu Xin Hua knew about it? No solution. Hua Xin After a moment's thought, she took out Xia Yan's phone. Heh, with hands and a face, unlocking it wouldn't be a piece of cake, right? Just use Xia Yan's phone to send a message to Xia Fen, that's all! A faint smugness appeared in Hua Xin's eyes, then she confidently hovered her phone over Xia Yan's face. A few seconds passed... No response? The girl put her phone away, somewhat puzzled. It seems Xia Yan is quite cautious; he didn't set up the best possible Face ID unlock. What a hassle. Hua Xin walked to the other side of the bed and gently placed Xia Yan's right thumb on the phone. "This time..." No response. She stared blankly at the unresponsive screen, then, unconvinced, went back and tried again with her left thumb. Still no response. Wait...? The girl, suppressing her urge to kill, tried all ten of Xia Yan's fingers. Still no response. It's 2024 already! Are there still people who don't use fingerprint or facial recognition unlock?! Hua Xin, somewhat exasperated, swiped up, only to see a long, narrow box displaying "Please enter a mixed password." ...Not numbers, not patterns. But the most difficult to guess mixed... Password. Where am I supposed to unlock this?! And I don't even know Xia Yan's birthday or favorite numbers, not even his phone number—I only added him using SIM card number two when we met up last time. Could I only tell Xia Fen using Gu Xin Hua's identity...? A tonic?! Should I tell Xiang Guan and Mu Feng? But they're not in Shanghai right now...? Hua Xin gritted her teeth and tried entering a password into her phone. "xiayanzuishuai". Error. "lolgaoshou". Error. "". Error... Hua Xin Sweating profusely, Hua Xin stared at her phone, noticing only two more chances before it locked. Her mind raced, frantically trying to recall anything Xia Yan might like...wait...anything Xia Yan might like. [Cat Wife??] [Gu Xin Hua!] Having instantly ruled out money, games, anime, and similar themes, and drawing on her deep understanding of Xia Yan over this period, Hua Xin seemed to have found the most important clue. "I hope you're really not that stupid..." Hua Xin twitched her lips, then typed in a string of pinyin. "zxhmaomaolp." Error. Uh...an error in the omitted characters? Then it must be something else. "gxh521." With a click, the girl saw Xia Yan's clean and tidy phone screen... Really... Hua Xin couldn't help but cover her face, her eyes fixed on Xia Yan, fast asleep on the bed. What an innocent little virgin (trying not to laugh).