The Timid Follower (03)

Why did Lu Zhoucheng suddenly ask to borrow his clothes?

However, Wu Feng didn't think too much about it, as it might be that he hadn't brought it. "It's in the wardrobe. Come on, I'll get it for you."

He urged the other person to leave quickly.

He usually didn't mind playing shirtless with his teammates, but he always wanted to be more careful around Xue Ci. Besides, Lu Zhoucheng had such a sour face and a muscular physique; what if he scared her?

I have two, one white and one black. Which one do you want?

Before Wu Feng could even take the clothes out of the closet, he heard Lu Zhoucheng casually say, "Never mind," and then turn and go into the bathroom.

Wu Feng: "?"

What's wrong?

The changing room was next to the shower room, which was spacious. When the dozen or so tall boys who had just come on stage saw that there were people around, they all suddenly became quiet and wrapped themselves in towels before going in.

Wu Feng quickly finished washing up, got dressed, and waited for the others with Xue Ci.

There were five or six people having dinner together, and everyone was ready to go in about ten minutes.

Xue Ci has been coming to the gymnasium a lot these past few days. Everyone has been secretly observing her, but they all assumed she was there to see Lu Zhoucheng, so no one dared to approach her.

Now, using the fact that he used to be Wu Feng's roommate as an excuse, they swarmed around him, bombarding him with questions.

Xue Ci was overwhelmed with questions and didn't know who to answer first, so she looked helplessly at Wu Feng.

"So beautiful..." Wu Feng awkwardly looked away and shooed everyone away. "We're going to that grilled fish place in the back today. I've already made a reservation. Let's go there as soon as everyone's here."

Someone immediately said, "Brother Lu hasn't come out yet."

Wu Feng waved his hand. "When has he ever been there?"

Xue Ci was taken aback, then asked disappointedly, "Isn't Lu Zhoucheng going?"

The group exchanged glances, just as Lu Zhoucheng emerged from the bathroom. "Brother Lu, are you going to the dinner party?"

Lu Zhoucheng glanced over there casually, only to find Song Xueci staring straight at him.

Her eyes were bright and sparkling, as if she was looking forward to it.

A few seconds later, he looked away and turned his back.

"Casual."

*

Lu Zhoucheng rarely has time to have dinner with his teammates, and Xue Ci was lucky enough to be there.

Unfortunately, he never thought he would have the chance to speak to the other party.

The boys on the basketball team were all very talkative, and people kept asking him questions, mainly about relationships, such as whether he was currently single and what type of girl he liked.

Xue Ci described Lu Zhoucheng as "tall and very athletic."

However, everyone felt they met the requirements, which made them even more excited.

On the way back to the dormitory, Xue Ci also looked for opportunities to strike up a conversation.

But Lu Zhoucheng looked aloof; his face was cold and arrogant, keeping people at arm's length.

Xue Ci pursed her lips, deciding to back down.

Let's chat on WeChat first.

Duan Zeran and Yu Cheng stayed in their dorm room on Friday night because they didn't have to attend evening self-study.

As soon as Xue Ci arrived at the dormitory, she asked Wu Feng for Lu Zhoucheng's WeChat.

Duan Zeran, who was collecting Xue Ci's laundry on the balcony, paused.

He had heard Lu Zhoucheng's name from Wu Feng; he was very popular.

Xue Ci... why did you add this person on WeChat?

Duan Zeran's fingers tightened.

"Yes, he does, but he's hardly ever added anyone." Wu Feng finally understood why Xue Ci had come to the gymnasium specifically to find him, and his expression showed a hint of disappointment. "Besides, he has a bad temper and isn't easy to get along with. As for his looks... well, you get the idea after a while."

After making the accusations, Wu Feng still intended to help. "I'll go ask him if he's adding people, otherwise it's the same as not adding them at all if he doesn't accept."

Xue Ci: "I'm counting on you."

She loves to act cute and affectionate.

Her skin was fair and delicate, and she looked quite fragile.

This is the type of person Lu Zhoucheng hates the most.

It's over.

Even though he knew the outcome, Wu Feng still sent a message to Lu Zhoucheng on WeChat.

[exist?]

[A friend of mine wants to add you.]

Lu Zhoucheng replied quickly: [Who?]

Wu Feng: [My roommate, the one who had dinner with us today, the one with really fair skin.]

Wu Feng: [Or should I add you on WeChat to his contacts?]

Two minutes passed and the other party still hadn't replied.

Just when Wu Feng thought it was hopeless, his phone suddenly vibrated.

Lu Zhoucheng: [Whatever.]

Two simple words, yet they seem quite impatient at first glance.

But Wu Feng knew something was wrong.

Neither "who" nor "anyone" was Lu Zhoucheng's style. Based on the other party's past personality, he would either coldly reply with "I won't add" or simply read the message and not reply.

Did he agree?

Seeing Wu Feng's strange expression, Xue Ci realized that things were going to get messed up.

"Oh... I agree." Wu Feng snapped out of his daze and sent Lu Zhoucheng's WeChat to Xue Ci.

Just as Xue Ci was excitedly about to add the other person, a shadow suddenly fell over her head.

Duan Zeran, still holding the folded clothes in his hand, gave a slight smirk. "Who did you add? Do I know them?"

Lu Zhoucheng also awakened his superpowers after the zombie outbreak and is an important member of the main characters.

However, the two do not know each other yet.

Xue Ci thought for a moment, perhaps he could now talk more about Lu Zhoucheng's good points, so as to leave a good impression on the protagonist.

"They're from the basketball team."

He's very tall, strong, and athletic.

Xue Ci didn't know Lu Zhoucheng well either, so all she could do was praise him for his physical fitness and athleticism.

Duan Zeran could barely maintain his fake smile.

*

Yu Cheng returned to her dorm after 8 p. m., and all three of her roommates were there.

He doesn't pay much attention to what other people are doing, but having lived together for so long, they already know each other's habits well, and they almost never disturb each other at night, each doing their own thing.

However, today, Wu Feng and Duan Zeran surrounding Song Xueci.

My roommate, almost completely hidden by two tall boys, could only have a glimpse of her fair skin through the gaps.

"You should choose your partner carefully when dating."

"However, it might not work out. You'll definitely get annoyed with Lu Zhoucheng if you spend too much time with him."

He should stay single forever.

Yu Cheng's eyes darkened slightly. He sat back down and silently placed the bag he was carrying on the table.

The commotion was quite loud, and Wu Feng and Duan Zeran around to look after hearing it.

Xue Ci the opportunity to slip back to her seat.

"When did you get back?" Wu Feng glanced at the table on Yu Cheng's desk, surprised. "I haven't seen you eat cake before. Why did you buy so much today?"

"The manager gave it to me." Yu Cheng's voice was low, as if it had been softened by the night breeze. He turned around and handed the bag over casually. "I don't eat sweets, you can share it."

"Oh... okay, thanks."

Wu Feng took the three; there were exactly three inside, so he offered to place them on Xue Ci's table first. "You choose first."

Xue Ci hesitated.

He scribbled on Yu Cheng's homework yesterday, and today he wants to eat her food.

Fortunately, Yu Cheng handed in her homework today at 11:00, so it won't affect her usual grades.

"Here, you can have this one with strawberries." Wu Feng thought Xue Ci was having trouble choosing, so he placed the portion with the most fruit on Xue Ci's table.

"Thanks..."

After Xue Ci finished speaking, she glanced at Yu Cheng.

The other person turned around and met his gaze.

They don't seem angry.

Xue Ci awkwardly said "thank you".

Yu Cheng remained silent.

He turned around.

The aroma of the cake's cream mingled with Xue Ci's subtle fragrance, and he couldn't help but take a deep breath.

Xue Ci ate her cake while opening WeChat.

Lu Zhoucheng has accepted his friend request.

The boy's profile picture was gray-toned and looked very artistic. Xue Ci clicked on the profile picture to enter his Moments.

Lu Zhoucheng's WeChat Moments are only visible for three days, but he posted a new update just two minutes ago.

It's a nine-grid photo set, mostly taken during exercise, without any filters. The last few photos are selfies taken in a sleeveless top.

The muscles and veins in his arms bulged out in the mirror, making him look incredibly powerful, like an agile cheetah.

11:[.]

Oh.

[He really loves sports, no wonder he can develop superpowers.] Xue Ci thought enviously, [Will I have superpowers?]

11 Comforting Words: [Host, according to the plot, you shouldn't have this, but the plot can deviate by 10%, so maybe you will.]

Xue Ci felt a little hopeful.

Although he was cannon fodder, he survived until the main characters were about to be rescued.

Having superpowers can at least help one protect oneself in crisis situations.

11. By the way, here's a cheat code for the host: [Host, your current character doesn't like going out and has a hoarding habit, so you can stock up on some of your favorite foods in your dorm.]

Xue Ci: [I understand.]

I've added them on WeChat and am catching up with the progress for now.

Xue Ci was no longer in a hurry. After exiting WeChat, she put her phone aside.

In the evenings, he was like a busy little bee, reorganizing the wardrobe, throwing old clothes into trash bags, and freeing up a third of the space for stockpiling new clothes.

Duan Zeran, standing to the side, thought Xue Ci was trying to maintain a good image when meeting Lu Zhoucheng, and his expression darkened.

The next day was Saturday. Xue Ci didn't wake up until almost noon. When she woke up, only Wu Feng was left in the dormitory. He asked her if she needed help getting food from the cafeteria.

Xue Ci prepared to throw away the trash. "I'll go with you."

When I got out of bed, I found that the trash had already been taken out of the dorm.

It might be Duan Zeran; the other person is naturally very clean.

Xue Ci stopped thinking about these things.

For the next week, his main task was to get to know Lu Zhoucheng as quickly as possible. They were in the same department but different years, their schedules didn't overlap at all, and basketball games weren't available every day.

Xue Ci was initially very distressed, but then she accidentally discovered that Lu Zhoucheng loved posting on his WeChat Moments, with one update every day.

You can tell where someone is going the next day just by looking at their social media posts.

Sometimes it's an elective course, sometimes it's in the cafeteria.

Xue Ci found it quite a coincidence that Lu Zhoucheng's elective classes happened to fall on days when she didn't have classes, so she simply carried her backpack and went to find the classroom to look for him.

However, Duan Zeran been quite free lately, and said he would also go to take an elective course with him.

Xue Ci it difficult to refuse.

After the two arrived at the classroom, Xue Ci looked around and quickly spotted Lu Zhoucheng.

The main problem is that the opponent is surrounded by empty spaces, making them appear isolated.

Xue Ci tugged at Duan Zeran's sleeve and pointed to the seat behind Lu Zhoucheng: "Let's sit there."

Duan Zeran glanced indifferently at Lu Zhoucheng's retreating figure, Duan Zeran calmly put his hand on Xue Ci's shoulder. "Okay."

Just by smelling the aroma, Lu Zhoucheng knew who had come.

But then they found there was someone else next to them.

He even has to attend elective courses; doesn't this guy have a life of his own?

He deliberately spoke in a low voice when talking to Song Xueci.

Lu Zhoucheng scoffed softly.

He texted Wu Feng, looking down. "[Who Song Xueci usually close to?]"

Wu Feng: [?]

So you're already asking about Xue Ci?

But he's probably really interested in his roommate.

Wu Feng: [Why are you asking this?]

Lu Zhoucheng: [That's the answer.]

Wu Feng: [It should be Duan Zeran.]

Lu Zhoucheng: [Is he gay?]

Wu Feng: [Huh? This... I don't know, but he has a really good personality, especially towards Xue Ci. He even washes her underwear for her.]

Lu Zhoucheng gave a disdainful smile.

Why would anyone willingly be a simp?

In the following days, Duan Zeran Duan Zeran always with Song Xueci whenever she came to see him. When the two discussed issues, their heads and shoulders were close together, making them look like a couple.

Lu Zhoucheng casually withdrew his gaze.

What does this have to do with him?

*

Xue Ci was delighted to discover that as long as he consistently appeared before Lu Zhoucheng, without even saying a word, the progress bar would surge.

Xue Ci began to diligently act as her little follower.

There's no need to even think about topics to talk about.

The weekend arrived quickly, Lu Zhoucheng posted on his social media that he would be spending the next two days at the swimming pool.

Xue Ci is a terrible swimmer and planned to stay in her dorm by herself this weekend, but then a task came up—

He needs to confirm his relationship with Lu Zhoucheng by next Wednesday.

This is way too rushed!

Xue Ci didn't dare waste any time and hurriedly called Duan Zeran to ask if he had time to take her to the swimming pool.

You need to buy a separate membership card at the swimming pool; the staff have already gone home.

"Why did you suddenly want to learn—" Duan Zeran stopped halfway through his question, clearly knowing who Xue Ci was thinking of, and changed the subject, "Xiao Ci, can you swim?"

Xue Ci would naturally not.

"Alright, I'll teach you first."

Duan Zeran arranged to meet Xue Ci at the entrance of the swimming pool, telling Xue Ci to bring a towel and a change of clothes, and that he would prepare the rest of the swimming equipment.

There weren't many students swimming, Duan Zeran's card allowed her to go to the VIP area, where there were even fewer people.

"These are a swimsuit and swimming goggles."

After leading the people to the changing room, Duan Zeran handed the bag in his hand to Xue Ci, and then went to the locker to take off his clothes and change into his swimming trunks.

Behind me was the rustling sound of fabric rubbing together.

Duan Zeran turned around and saw that Xue Ci had already put on her swimsuit.

The swimsuits are relatively conservative, consisting of a tank top and shorts in a one-piece design.

Xue Ci hunched over adjusting her shorts when the elastic edge was slightly stretched, bouncing back to her upper thigh with a soft "snap" sound.

Her snow-white, plump legs trembled slightly.

Duan Zeran's eyelids twitched violently.

The school supermarket only had black swimsuits left, which would look dull on the average person.

Ke Xue Ci is too pale and too pink.

It's like a bowl of strawberry milk being poured into black ink.

Duan Zeran silently swallowed, his possessiveness seemingly coming from nowhere. After leaving the changing room, he quickly covered Xue Ci with a bathrobe.

It's cold outside.

Xue Ci in confusion.

It's a bit hot...

However, since it was the other party's good intention, he obediently tied the belt.

The two went to the shallow water area first.

Xue Ci was carried into the water.

The water temperature was just right. Xue Ci casually splashed water a couple of times, his arms covered in water droplets. Seeing that Duan Zeran dry, he scooped up some water with his palm and splashed it on the other man.

After doing the bad thing, she even winked at him.

Like a little sweetheart.

Duan Zeran felt like she was being hooked to death.

He glanced at his arm.

They even splashed water in the shape of a heart for him.

With a slight smile, Duan Zeran pressed Xue Ci's shoulder and turned her around.

The two were standing very close together.

Even though they were separated by water, Xue Ci felt that the other person's body was very hot and hard, and she felt uncomfortable from the slightest movement.

"Relax, I'll support your back."

"Relax a little more..."

Duan Zeran was very patient, and his large hands lifted Xue Ci up without much effort.

Xue Ci the gestures with her hands and feet, thinking she had mastered it.

Duan Zeran loosened his grip slightly, he quickly sank.

The feeling of losing her balance in the water made Xue Ci hug Duan Zeran tightly in fear. The two remained close together for half an hour, but Xue Ci hadn't learned anything. Instead, her delicate skin had turned a thin pink from the impact of the boy's muscles.

Xue Ci's eyes drooped, and she breathed softly, "I'm tired."

Seeing his listless appearance, Duan Zeran simply picked him up and carried him up.

Water droplets rolled down Xue Ci's smooth skin, making her look like a mermaid who had just learned to come ashore.

The little mermaid licked her lips and said to the human in a coquettish tone, "I'm a little thirsty."

Duan Zeran looked away. "I'll go buy some drinks."

Xue Ci.

She got up immediately after he left.

These were just excuses to get Duan Zeran out of the way; he was going to find Lu Zhoucheng and have him teach him how to swim.

During the teaching process, he would constantly praise the other person's abilities to increase their favorability.

Xue Ci walked along the edge of the pond and soon heard a group of boys chatting. He looked up and saw Lu Zhoucheng sitting lazily on a chair by the shore, looking at his phone.

"Brother Lu, have the junior students been sticking to you a lot lately? I've even seen them coming to you for elective classes."

"Huh? But he seems to have a roommate with him."

Wu Feng said there's nothing between them, Song Xueci definitely still likes us basketball players.

Lu Zhoucheng didn't seem to mind and continued staring at the screen.

It's been two days, Song Xueci hasn't sent him a single message.

I guess he's being bothered by that roommate again.

The group continued chatting, and the topic inevitably turned to Song Xueci.

"Hey, Brother Lu, will he come looking for you at the swimming pool?"

"Huh? Can he swim? Does he need someone to teach him?"

"Of course we have to teach them. What if they fall into the water and we need to give them CPR?"

The boys huddled together, and the atmosphere became heated because of that last sentence.

Lu Zhoucheng couldn't hold back any longer, his face cold: "Hu--"

He had barely uttered a single syllable when his voice stopped.

A fair-skinned, handsome young man was reflected in his dark eyes.

The black one-piece swimsuit accentuated her almost translucent white skin, her slender shoulders and delicate waist suggesting that one arm could easily encircle her.

It can be held in one hand, yet it is too heavy to bear.

Two straight legs were exposed to the air.

The ground it passed through was enveloped in a mist of water vapor.

The boy stood still, his fingers nervously clutching the clothes on his side.

There was a hint of helplessness in her eyes.

A surge of heat instantly coursed through Lu Zhoucheng's back, coursing through his body, making him feel intensely hot.

The people surrounding him noticed that something was wrong with Lu Zhoucheng and turned around in the direction of their gaze.

Upon seeing Song Xueci, everyone was stunned.

Before anyone could react, the slender figure turned and ran away.

"He, he, he... how did he run away?" someone finally spoke up.

"Of course! He must have been scared away by your mention of CPR! Oh no, he's angry!"

"Huh? I was just joking. How could I just kiss someone without their consent?!"

The group all turned to look at Lu Zhoucheng.

Lu Zhoucheng's expression was frighteningly grim, as if someone had stolen his wife.

"Brother Lu, what do we do now? Should we call him over to explain?"

"Yes, yes, we meant no harm."

Lu Zhoucheng stood up, his lips taut, his breathing unsteady, and his voice hoarse.

Looking at them, he said, "So what nonsense are you talking about? I'm going to find him. You can apologize to him when I get back."

The other person stood up. "Okay, okay! I'll go with you then."

"No need." Lu Zhoucheng pulled off his bathrobe and strode off in the direction where Song Xueci had disappeared.

The remaining people stared at each other.

moment.

"Why does it feel like Brother Lu is being so proactive?"

"He's recently taken a lot of photos and even secretly posts them on WeChat Moments, blocking everyone else from seeing them."

"We won't have a sister-in-law to take care of us, will we?"

Lu Zhoucheng hadn't expected Song Xueci to be so timid.

Don't they realize that with him around, how could they possibly fall into the water?

Even if someone does fall into the water, artificial respiration is the only option.

Of course, it's also possible that Song Xueci has never been in a relationship or kissed anyone, so naturally she would be afraid.

Lu Zhoucheng quickened his pace.

Soon, he found Song Xueci by a swimming pool in a corner.

The main reason is that Song Xueci is too easy to recognize; she's the fairest and pinkest one in the crowd.

The boy was crouching on the shore, and from Lu Zhoucheng's angle, he could just see the soft, arched curve of his lower back.

... So there was meat in it after all.

Lu Zhoucheng's expression remained as cold and aloof as ever, but the roots of his ears, hidden in his black hair, turned red. He was about to call for help when he noticed that Song Xueci had two hands around her waist.

Thin but firm hands gently lifted Song Xueci and carried her to a duck-shaped kayak.

Lu Zhoucheng glanced coldly at Duan Zeran was standing in the water.

Sitting on the duck-shaped kayak Xue Ci looked very happy, with the corners of her lips turned up, her eyes glistening with moisture, and she seemed to be holding a toy water gun in her hand.

"Make sure your legs are positioned correctly, or you'll fall into the water," Duan Zeran said.

The next second.

Her delicate ankle was gripped in the other person's hand, and her thigh was bumped several times as well.

Looking at Song Xueci again, her attention was still on the water gun.

They were completely unaware that they had been taken advantage of.

Lu Zhoucheng's face gradually stiffened.

He only gave one CPR resuscitation before desperately running away.

Now, when other men hug her like this, she doesn't resist at all.

How stupid.

If she were to date someone in the future, and the other person were to coax and deceive her a few times, Song Xueci would definitely be very obedient and proactive, straightening her back and offering herself to the other person.

Author's Note:

My wife definitely needs to be fed something in this world.

Zhang Nai hasn't arrived yet, there are still slices to come out. He's Lu Dog's older brother, a medical student a few years older, with the superpower of becoming Invisible Man, who abandoned medicine to pursue Daoism.