Chapter 343

Wu Liang noticed the disappointment that flashed in Qijiu's eyes.

This wasn't something she was faking; Qijiu was genuinely regretting something.

"You should be able to tell that Tongtong truly loves ACG culture and cosplay."

"But since Tongtong became a teacher, she has gradually distanced herself from this place because of her work."

"She's a serious and stern teacher in front of you kids, but to me she's a lively and adorable cosplayer."

"But Tongtong believes that as a teacher, she cannot continue to work as a cosplayer, as she feels it is very indecent."

"Moreover, if the students see this, all the image and effort she has worked so hard to build will be wasted."

"So Tongtong rarely interacts with the cosplay community now. The last time you saw her cosplay was because I begged her to help out."

"Tongtong has long since left this circle, abandoning her beloved cosplay, all in order to become a good teacher."

Qijiu seemed to be recalling past events, immersing herself in the past and recounting them endlessly.

Especially when she talked about how Ye Luotong abandoned cosplay after becoming a teacher, the light in her eyes dimmed a bit.

Even his tone of voice became much lower, making him seem particularly lonely.

Wu Liang fell silent after hearing this.

He could sense the sense of loss and helplessness emanating from Qijiu.

My best friend, with whom I used to cosplay, suddenly abandoned our shared hobby.

He could somewhat understand Qijiu's current feelings.

But since Ye Luotong chose to become a teacher, it means that she truly loves the teaching profession.

As for the cosplay community...

"Hmm... she didn't really need to sacrifice her hobbies..."

"It's 2021 already, people's thinking isn't so conservative anymore."

"Cosplay can be a hobby, and it's not unusual for teachers to cosplay part-time."

After remaining silent for a long time...

Wu Liang leaned back on the sofa and spoke calmly.

He could guess what Ye Luotong was worried about, and he knew what she was afraid of.

An elite female teacher in the education industry actually wore revealing clothing in private and allowed people to take pictures of her.

Such negative comments can easily affect a person's mindset and even more so their career.

This is also the main reason why Ye Luotong was so nervous after he discovered her secret.

"That guy, he actually still likes cosplay, doesn't he?"

Wu Liang turned his head and looked at the large poster pasted in the corner of the wall.

Calling it a poster is a bit inappropriate; it's more like a photo of the two of them together.

This is a photo of two cosplayers. Judging from the date in the bottom right corner of the photo, it's quite old.

However, the group photo was very well preserved, without any wear and tear, and even the corners were brand new.

"Tongtong says she will never be involved in the cosplay community again, but she definitely still has a place for cosplay in her heart."

"No matter how strongly she denies it, she will never forget the time she spent as a cosplayer."

Qijiu followed Wu Liang's gaze to the group photo.

A pink-haired girl dressed in a Star Magical Girl uniform is smiling and holding up a magic wand.

Meanwhile, the purple-haired woman on the other side was holding up an apple and making a swivel gesture.

They stood close together, posing with their poes, giving the impression of inseparable sisters.

"Is that so...?"

Wu Liang silently looked at the two people in the group photo.

He smiled helplessly, wondering why he always encountered these unavoidable situations.

"Alright, Qijiu, I promise you this..."

Snap...

Just as Wu Liang was about to respond to Qijiu.

Suddenly, the sound of a door opening came from the entrance hall, followed by a voice that was all too familiar to the two of them.

"Qijiu? Do we have guests at home?"

Chapter 66: Qijiu is also anxious

Ye Luotong stood in front of the iron gate, holding a case of beer.

Looking at the light shining through the window, she exhaled a heavy breath.

Qijiu is at home; that guy's ankle is injured, so he probably can't go anywhere.

However, this means that the guy was indeed deliberately ignoring his call and throwing a tantrum.

"That guy Qijiu..."

Ye Luotong shook her head helplessly, a bitter smile appearing on her lips.

Qijiu is not a child anymore, but she seems so childish in this regard.

However, the reason the other party was angry was also because she had been too forceful that morning.

Even if she was rejecting Qijiu's invitation, she shouldn't have said it so coldly and decisively.

After all, Qijiu was thinking of her, and the other party still remembered the dream that she had not realized years ago.

She should have been a little gentler instead of taking all her anger out on Qijiu.

"Go and apologize properly, and then explain things to Qijiu properly."

Ye Luotong shook her head, shaking off the complicated thoughts.

Let's have a drink and then explain the details of this exhibition to Qijiu.

Now that I am a teacher, it is not appropriate for me to participate in such activities.

If he explained things to Qijiu with sincerity, she should understand him.

"Okay, let's do it this way."

But just as she was about to ring the doorbell, her raised hand froze in mid-air.

Let's just use the key to open the door, then we won't have to bother her to come to the door to meet me.

Ye Luotong smiled faintly after remembering Qijiu's foot injury.

Forget it, I'd better not ring the doorbell.

If Qijiu knew that he had the key but still rang the doorbell, given his personality, he would inevitably nag again.

"I'll spare you from further torment since you're injured."

Ye Luotong swiped her magnetic card to open the iron gate, picked up the beer, and walked into the courtyard.

He took out the key from his pocket and skillfully turned the doorknob.

But before she could even change her shoes, Ye Luotong was drawn to a pair of leather shoes by the door.

Why are there men's shoes?

Ye Luotong frowned slightly after seeing the expensive pair of leather shoes.

These are men's shoes, and they are from the Yaparaca brand, a luxury brand.

Qijiu actually brought a man home? That's impossible, is the sun rising in the west?

Didn't that woman say she wouldn't be interested in men until she was 30? Could it be that she's met someone she likes?

"Qijiu? We have guests at home?"

Ye Luotong placed the beer she was holding on the ground.

She took off her high heels, slipped her black-stockinged feet into pink slippers by the door, and quickly walked into the hall.

Ye Luotong was puzzled by this, as it was the first time she had ever seen Qijiu bring a man home.

Even with male friends with whom she gets along well, Qijiu deliberately maintains a safe distance from them.

Despite Qijiu's seemingly frivolous nature, she is actually a woman who deeply lacks a sense of security.

Qijiu, who lives alone, rarely invites female friends, let alone men, but what exactly is going on in this situation...?

"Qijiu, who exactly is that leather shoe at the door...?"

Wearing slippers, Ye Luotong quickly walked into the hall and asked a question with a serious expression.

But the second half of her sentence quickly disappeared into the soft murmur that followed.

It was as if the sound was stuck in my throat and I couldn't make a sound.

The solemn expression on Ye Luotong's face vanished without a trace in an instant.

Instead, he had a blank stare and a look of utter disbelief on his face.

"Ah... Tong... Tongtong... Tonight... tonight it'll be cloudy turning sunny..."

A snow-white, delicate foot kicked Wu Liang in the face, Qijiu looked at Ye Luotong standing in front of her with a face full of embarrassment.

Holy crap? Why is Tongtong suddenly here?

She hadn't received any contact from Tongtong either. How come Tongtong came without saying a word?

"Could you please put your stinky feet down first?"

"I already said it's too late, what's the use of kicking me? Do you think I can fly or become invisible?"

With a dark expression, Wu Liang slapped away Qijiu's foot that was stepping on his face.

He rubbed his slightly sore cheek and slowly stood up from the sofa.

"Good evening, Teacher Ye."

Wu Liang straightened his T-shirt, which had been torn and deformed by Qijiu, and bowed politely.

He kept wiping his cheek where Qijiu had just stepped on it with his right hand.

I really don't know what Qijiu was afraid of after hearing Ye Luotong's voice.

It's not like my wife is catching her husband cheating on me, so why are you in such a hurry to kick me out?

Can I fly or become invisible? Can I really run away right under Ye Luotong's nose?

"Why...?"

Ye Luotong stretched out her small hand and pointed tremblingly at Qijiu and Wu Liang.

His gaze swept over Wu Liang, whose clothes were disheveled, and Qijiu, whose expression was flustered.

Those two were clearly playing hard to get, saying one thing but doing another.

The panic and stiffness that Qijiu was showing now confirmed her suspicions.

If Qijiu really didn't do anything, then why is she so flustered right now?

But why is that? Didn't Qijiu say she prefers more mature men?

How come Wu Liang... Yes... Wu Liang does possess a maturity beyond his years... but the age difference between them is just too much...

Even she herself felt there was a significant age difference between her and Wu Liang, let alone Qijiu...

"Stop! Stop your damn overthinking!! We're not like that!!!"

Sitting on the sofa, clutching her pillow, Qijiu felt increasingly uneasy.

Especially after seeing the fleeting sense of loneliness and disappointment in Ye Luotong's eyes, she hurriedly began to explain.

Oh no, Tongtong must have misunderstood her relationship with Wu Liang.