In the crowd, some people glanced at it and turned away; others took out their crystal cards and paid on the spot.
In the blink of an eye, four out of ten bottles of green fruit wine had been sold.
"Each bottle contains 800 ml, making it suitable for personal enjoyment or as a presentable gift!"
Seeing that the crowd was starting to disperse, the stall owner quickly called out again.
He's a level 18 winemaker, with a loud, confident voice.
"Brother Zhou Rui, shall we buy a bottle too?"
Jiang Churan lightly licked her lower lip with the tip of her tongue, her eyes gleaming with eager anticipation.
As a spirit swordsman, she mainly focuses on increasing strength and agility. Her agility has already exceeded 200 points, so this wine has no effect on her at all.
She just craved that sweet, refreshing taste.
"Good."
Zhou Rui smiled and nodded to the stall owner, "Boss, one bottle, please."
"Alright! Would you like to go or have it opened on the spot? To go comes with a custom gift box, while an on-the-spot opening includes seating and drinks served anytime."
"Open now."
The two then took their seats in the empty seats to the side.
This stall not only sells green fruit wine, but also has more than a dozen other fine wines on hand. At this moment, several groups of people at the next table are slowly sipping and savoring the wine, chatting and laughing amidst the fragrant aroma.
Before long, the owner brought over the green fruit wine and two crystal-clear glasses.
"Although the main selling point of the green fruit wine is its stimulating effect, its flavor alone is also excellent."
"But a word of caution: don't overindulge, the aftereffects can be quite potent."
After giving his brief instructions, he turned and went back to his work.
"Congratulations on winning the singles Champion, Brother Zhou Rui!"
Jiang Churan picked up the cup, tilted her head back, and drank it all in one gulp.
Zhou Rui didn't hesitate and downed it in one gulp.
It's not harsh at first, but rather leaves a subtle sweetness that lingers on the tongue, like biting into a ripe green fruit, with a slightly cool juice and a long-lasting aftertaste.
"Huh? This wine doesn't seem to have a strong effect..."
Her eyes lit up, and she confidently poured herself another glass.
In less than ten minutes, two blushes rose on her cheeks, her eyes gradually became unfocused, and she tilted her head to stare at Zhou Rui, her voice soft and sweet. "Brother Zhou Rui... how come you have two shadows?"
Zhou Rui: "..."
"Oh no, I'm really drunk."
He pressed his temples in exasperation; they throbbed slightly.
As a level 19 professional, ordinary alcohol could no longer shake his sobriety.
However, this green fruit wine is brewed using the D-grade rare and precious material "green fruit". Its aftereffects are long-lasting and subtle, and even a second-stage expert can stumble if he is not careful.
Not to mention Jiang Churan's only in her 19th grade...
"You're drunk, and it's getting late. Let's go home."
He stood up and reached out to support her shoulder.
No sooner had she steadied herself than Jiang Churan leaned against his back, her voice soft and trembling, "Brother Zhou Rui ~ Carry me on your back~"
She is usually straightforward and strong-willed, rarely showing any coquettishness, let alone acting coquettishly like this.
That soft call, as gentle as melting honey, made one's bones melt.
"Okay, okay, I'll carry you."
Zhou Rui knew that drunken words couldn't be reasoned with, so he simply bent down and steadily lifted her up.
It must be said that Jiang Churan a well-proportioned figure and clean lines.
When I wrapped my arms around the back of her legs, the touch was firm yet supple, full of vitality; the two warm, full breasts against her back stretched the fabric slightly, making their outlines clear.
"Let's go, take a taxi home."
He suppressed the slight burning sensation in his heart and carried her steadily outside.
The exit of the Gourmet Paradise faces a bustling main street, and you can easily flag down a car.
When Zhou Rui stepped out of the street archway, the outside was still brightly lit, with crowds of people and neon lights flowing between the buildings, as bright as day.
As the November evening breeze blew, Jiang Churan's eyelashes trembled, and she slowly opened her eyes in a daze.
Realizing she was lying on his back, her ears burned and her cheeks flushed.
But she couldn't bear to move away, still craving the broadness and warmth of his shoulders.
Thinking back to her feelings for him earlier that evening, she took a deep breath, leaned close to his ear, and whispered as softly as a feather, "Brother Zhou Rui... I like you..."
Outside the Gourmet Paradise is an old street called ' Chaotian Road '.
Although it was past 10 p. m., the streets were still bustling with people because the Gourmet Paradise never closes.
Zhou Rui, carrying Jiang Churan on his back and walking steadily, stood out in the crowd. His snow-white legs dangled in his arms, and his skirt fluttered slightly in the wind.
Many young men passing by couldn't help but take a second look, their eyes filled with envy.
Zhou Rui, however, remained completely oblivious and continued walking quietly.
Suddenly, I felt a slight twisting sensation on my back.
'He's awake.' A thought struck him.
The girl fell into a deep sleep shortly after lying down, undisturbed by the noise of cars and people along the way. However, the cold wind woke her up quickly.
"We'll be at the taxi stand soon, we'll wait a bit..."
Before the words were finished, a sudden itch appeared on my earlobe.
Jiang Churan's voice floated close to his ear again, soft and gentle. "Brother Zhou Rui... I like you..."
"Um?"
He paused in his steps.
This confession came far too suddenly.
Just as he was wondering if he had misheard, Jiang Churan gently slid off his back and landed firmly on her feet.
Her face was flushed crimson, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her skirt, and she was so shy that she almost wanted to shrink into the shadows.
But having already spoken, she bit her lip and refused to back down.
"I was deeply attracted to you the first time I saw you at the school gate on the first day of school."
"Later, during our training together in the Gale Mountain Range, I truly understood my own feelings..."
"Brother Zhou Rui, if you don't mind... I... I want to be your girlfriend, is that okay?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Jiang Churan felt her heart pounding like a drum, almost bursting out of her chest!
She kept her head bowed low, her cheeks burning, and she didn't even have the courage to look up.
If Xia Lan were to see this shy and timid demeanor, she would probably be speechless with astonishment.
Is this still her proud best friend, always sharp-tongued and domineering?
"Will you be my girlfriend?"
Zhou Rui looked down at the girl in front of him, whose face was buried in her chest and whose ears were flushed red, and finally realized that he hadn't misheard.
He couldn't help but smile, a slight flutter in his heart.
Whether in this life or the next, Jiang Churan was the most impeccable woman he had ever met.
Her features were as exquisite as a sculpted work of art, yet her figure was full of vibrant life; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call her a natural beauty.
Tempted? How could I not be tempted?
He's not heartless.
Moreover, she was gentle yet determined, and they were compatible in temperament, so getting along with her was never difficult.
certainly...
In recent days, the way she looked at him, the concern she inadvertently revealed, and even the footsteps she secretly followed behind him had already made her feelings clear.
I just didn't expect her to choose tonight, to so decisively break through this barrier.
Since the girl has already gone all out, what is there for him to hesitate about?
Zhou Rui reached out and pulled her firmly into his embrace, his voice deep yet light:
"Good."
Jiang Churan's body stiffened, then went limp.
The clean, refreshing scent emanating from him lingered around my nose, and the frantic heaving in my chest gradually subsided. I felt as if I were enveloped in a warm current, feeling dizzy.
"I really want to stay with you like this forever..."
She instinctively tightened her arms, her fingertips gripping the fabric of his shirt, a sweet smile curving her lips as if she wanted to etch this moment into his bones.
She held him for over a minute before reluctantly letting go.
"Sigh, shouldn't we move on?"
Zhou Rui coughed lightly as a reminder.
Jiang Churan had a shapely figure, and he wouldn't mind holding her a little longer;
But more and more people are stopping on the street, and if this continues, the whole road might really turn into a tourist attraction.
Jiang Churan looked around and noticed that several pairs of eyes were already gathered around her. Her cheeks immediately turned bright red, and she quickly let go and stepped back.
But the next second, she took Zhou Rui's left arm, their fingers naturally intertwined, their intimacy undisguised.
"Brother Zhou Rui, let's go back."
"The taxi stand is a ten-minute walk away, let's walk there."
"Okay! I'll do whatever Brother Zhou Rui says!"
Their relationship quietly warmed up, and they chatted and laughed all the way, their pace light and cheerful.
The night was gentle, and the streetlights cast a warm glow, illuminating two figures.
He stood tall and straight like a pine tree, she was as graceful as a willow; their shadows overlapped, long and short, nestled close together, exuding an indescribable sweetness...
A dedicated bus line runs between the Qingjing University's villa area and Eastern District.
However, students returning to school from Eastern District have to call a taxi on their own.
Fortunately, the taxis provided by Qingjing University responded quickly, and the round trip took about half an hour, with similar travel times.
Because outside vehicles are prohibited from entering the campus, the two had to get out of the car at the school gate and walk into the school.
For them, who had just confirmed their relationship, this journey was not long at all; in fact, it felt too short.
We arrived in the blink of an eye.
When Zhou Rui and Jiang Churan returned to the villa, it was already 11 p. m.
The living room on the first floor has always been a place where members of the Suhang University gather.
It was late at night, and Liu Yang was the only one sitting on the sofa, staring intently at the floating holographic image.
In his right palm, two crimson fireballs nimbly twirled and leaped up and down, moving as freely as if they were alive.
This is basic spell control training for fire mages, specifically designed to hone spell casting accuracy.
Upon seeing the two enter, Liu Yang immediately called out to them:
" Brother Rui, Sister Ran, you're back?"
"Um."
Zhou Rui responded and led Jiang Churan directly up to the fourth floor.
"It's getting late, get some rest. We have a team match against Modu University tomorrow."
Fourth floor.
In front of room 403, Zhou Rui stopped and said to Jiang Churan.
The professional is physically strong; after reaching level 22, they will not feel tired even if they go five days without sleep.
But right now it's neither a matter of life and death nor an urgent mission, so it's always good to keep a regular schedule.
Moreover, tomorrow's match against Modu University allows no room for complacency.
"Okay, Zhou Rui, go to bed early too~"
Jiang Churan nodded obediently, but just before entering the door, she suddenly stood on tiptoe and gave him a light peck on the left cheek.
He turned to flee, but his wrist was firmly gripped by a strong, powerful hand.
"You tried to sneak away from the supply base last time, and you're trying to do it again this time? No way."
Zhou Rui chuckled and pulled her into his arms...
After a long while, they finally let go.
Jiang Churan's cheeks were flushed and glowing, like a ripe peach:
"Brother Zhou Rui... you just know how to bully me!"
Before she could finish speaking, she had already darted into room 402 across the street like a startled fawn.
"Is this the legendary insane damage output and zero defense? You've got some nerve, daring to provoke me like this."