If my little sister wanted barbecue, it wouldn't work this time, Xi Xinrui thought. He could treat her to some next time.
It was all right.
"Let's settle on a time first."
Xi Xinrui figured that if the other person didn't have a clear preference, he could suggest barbecue.
"Mm..."
Xi Xinrui thought for a moment.
"How about eleven thirty in the morning?"
"That'll give you enough time to sleep in, right?"
"Hehe."
Xi Xinxin grinned like a little hamster that had just found something tasty.
"That's enough."
"Let's just say eleven."
"Okay."
Xi Xinrui nodded.
"I'll come pick you up at home beforehand."
"...That's everything."
After thinking it over and finding nothing else, Xi Xinrui asked, "Do you have any other questions?"
"...No."
Xi Xinxin tilted her head and thought for a moment, then shook it.
"Just make the arrangements, big brother."
"I'll follow your instructions."
"You..."
Xi Xinrui shook his head with an amused smile.
"All right."
"I'll ask the other person what he wants to eat."
"Once I've settled on a place, I'll let you know."
"Okay."
Xi Xinxin was now ready to agree with whatever her big brother said.
Her mind had already flown ahead to Saturday.
After chatting with his little sister for a few more minutes, Xi Xinrui hung up.
He checked the time.
Hmm...
Would it be better to call now?
That way, he'd seem serious about this.
Maybe the other person was waiting for his call.
After all, when plans had been made but nothing was settled, it could be a little unsettling.
With that in mind...
Xi Xinrui called Xiao Xiao.
He rested his hand on the balcony railing and gave it a little shake.
Would he have to call several times before