A Love Story Worthy of Song and Tears
When An Nuan passed by, she was spotted by Bai Hui, who had opened a window slightly. Although Bai Hui couldn't see her face, the high ponytail and tall, slender figure of the girl clearly indicated that she was An Nuan.
There was only one room left. Bai Hui pricked up her ears and, sure enough, heard the sound of the door next door opening and then closing.
"Isn't Liu Chang'an our neighbor?" Bai Hui asked Miao Yingying in a low voice.
"Yes, Gao Dewei and Liu Chang'an should be living together, but Liu Chang'an and Gao Dewei's father seem to have a good relationship, so maybe Liu Chang'an lives alone," Miao Yingying said. The guesthouse didn't take soundproofing into account when it was decorated, and Liu Chang'an had just sung a song that sounded like a ghost howling next door.
It could also be said that Miao Yingying lacks the ability to appreciate classical music.
"An Nuan went to his room," Bai Hui said with a cold laugh.
Miao Yingying found Bai Hui's expression somewhat frightening, like a concubine in a palace drama receiving a report from a eunuch that the emperor had spent the night at some lowly woman's place.
Miao Yingying felt a little sorry for Bai Hui. Just as Bai Hui thought that outsiders could see clearly that Miao Yingying liked Gao Dewei, Miao Yingying also felt that she could see very clearly that Bai Hui actually liked Liu Chang'an.
"Maybe they'll just chat for a bit and then leave," Miao Yingying said, hardly believing it herself. A girl going to a boy's room to chat in the middle of the night? And they're even boyfriend and girlfriend?
"I didn't expect An Nuan to be so proactive, bold, and open." Bai Hui refrained from saying things like "flirtatious" or "in heat."
"These days, once you're in a relationship and it's official, this is just a matter of time," Miao Yingying said with a touch of melancholy. "Lin Xinhuai also likes to get handsy, but thankfully I didn't agree to it, otherwise breaking up now wouldn't be so easy."
Yes, if a girl and a boy haven't had a relationship, breaking up is stress-free. Don't think that just because it's 2017, people don't care about this anymore. Actually, many girls don't care about this, but some people think that having this makes them feel more confident. If things haven't been damaged, then breaking up is fine; they haven't lost anything.
"An Nuan and Liu Chang'an have been intimate for a long time." Bai Hui suddenly felt a sense of pride; she was still a pure young girl. "Once, Liu Chang'an and An Nuan skipped class for an afternoon, and when they came back, I even heard Liu Chang'a Nuan if she was in pain."
I also observed An Nuan's walking at the time. Now that I think about it, An Nuan's walking was normal. It must be because she exercises often and has a strong tolerance and endurance in this regard.
"Really?" After confirming, Miao Yingying no longer maintained her composure, as if it were "just a matter of time." She looked surprised. "Then they'll be together tonight..."
Bai Hui's face flushed red and then paled. Thinking of Liu Chang'an and An Nuan doing something shameless next door, and wondering what they looked like, Bai Hui felt both contempt and resentment. Couldn't girls be a little more reserved?
"The soundproofing doesn't seem to be very good." Miao Yingying thought of many scenarios that might occur in this situation, and what she and Bai Hui might hear.
"Go to sleep early, shameless," Bai Hui said expressionlessly.
Just then, the door next door opened and closed again, making a rather loud noise.
Bai Hui quickly opened the door, then shrank back, feigning nonchalance as she walked out, saying, "It's quite cool today..."
Turning her head naturally, Bai Hui's eyes met Liu Chang'an's. She looked somewhat surprised. "Why are you still outside?"
"There's a man in the room, An Nuan is too embarrassed to use the bathroom, so I came out for a bit to look at the stars, the moon, recite a couple of poems, sing a couple of songs, or something." Liu Chang'an looked at Bai Hui, "You have such refined interests? I didn't know that."
"Stop singing! I just heard you howling like a banshee," Miao Yingying quickly said from inside the room, then closed the door. Her action was certainly clever, as it reminded Liu Chang'an that the soundproofing on both sides was poor. If Liu Chang'an and An Nuan were planning to make love, he would definitely be more cautious. She couldn't say he could restrain himself, but at least he wouldn't make so much noise, which would make things easier for her and Bai Hui, especially Bai Hui.
Liu Chang'an smiled and didn't bother arguing with Miao Yingying.
"I don't have such refined tastes, but I can give you a poem: 'Spring slumber is so sweet, I don't notice the dawn, everywhere I hear birds singing. Last night came the sound of wind and rain, I wonder how many flowers have fallen.'" Bai Hui said calmly.
You've used a good poem in such a vulgar way.
Bai Hui was stunned for a moment. There was indeed only Liu Chang'an beside her, and she was certain Liu Chang'an was talking to her. She felt a surge of embarrassment and anger. She admitted she had been somewhat mocking, but... how could he have done that? Shouldn't he have denied it, explained it, or shown some shame?
"Swallows fly, their wings fluttering; the maiden is married, sent far away into the fields... Throughout history, people's longing and blessings for lovers to be together have created countless beautiful poems, yet you only think of things like 'red waves' when men and women are together." Liu Chang'an sighed, "An Nuan and I share a room, what's it to you? Any mockery of beauty is nothing but ugly jealousy."
"You..." Bai Hui hadn't expected Liu Chang'an to be so ruthless, yet it was precisely what made it difficult to refute. Any clever excuses or indirect sarcasm were utterly useless in the face of unequivocal reason.
This is also why Liu Chang'an likes to reason with people. Of course, there are many times when reasoning is unnecessary, but Bai Hui is, after all, a classmate, and Liu Chang'an is willing to guide and cleanse her girlish heart, which has been eroded by jealousy.
"Speaking of which, to truly appreciate the beauty of poetry, the most important thing is to understand cultural symbols. For example, a foreigner who knows many Chinese characters but doesn't understand the cultural significance of the swallow in China culture will be unable to comprehend the countless poems and songs featuring swallows. For instance, 'Falling blossoms, a lone figure stands; light rain, swallows fly in pairs.' Or, 'A light chill hangs in the air; swallows fly away in pairs...'"
Bai Hui was taken aback when, after his sarcastic remarks, he casually launched into a discussion of poetry and literature. Her eyes widened. Shouldn't he have turned and left, or she have retreated to her room in shame and anger, in this situation?
His abrupt shifts in topic made Bai Hui feel as if he were simply stating a principle, and she should listen attentively without any emotion, just like a teacher slapping a student's hand after catching them daydreaming, and then the student still has to sit obediently and do their homework. As for the pain in their hand, or feeling like they've been laughed at by their classmates, they don't need to worry about it.
"Didn't you come to see the moon and stars? Why are you talking about swallows? Where would swallows come from at night?" Bai Hui couldn't help but tease him.
"An Nuan is my swallow, I long to be a pair of swallows, carrying mud to build a nest in your house. I heard that Miao Yingying once gave Lin Xinhuai a set of double swallow mouse and keyboard? Lin Xinhuai even used this set to rank up in the game, what a touching love story..."
Bai Hui rolled her eyes at Liu Chang'an, then involuntarily glanced back at Liu Chang'an's room. She felt that tonight, Liu Chang'an and An Nuan wouldn't do the things she didn't want to happen, and her mood calmed down a little.
Sorry for the late update. I just arrived in Kunming yesterday. The weather here is so nice; it even rained while I was writing this. Various Requests!