Nan Hua and Qiu Xi returned to school, and since they both had some free time, they started strolling around campus hand in hand.
"Ah Hua!"
Qiu Xi looked down at his hand, which was occasionally scratching her palm, and said, "You seem a bit childish now~"
Although she liked it, it was really ticklish!
The feeling of it lightly brushing past, making her heart flutter...
Nan Hua tilted his head, his eyes fixed intently. "Childish?"
"...No..."
Nan Hua chuckled, "Heh~"
"Xi Xi~ You're not being honest with yourself~" Reading Station
Qiu Xi pouted, "!!!"
I'm not being honest with myself!
It's clearly a male demon enchanting her with his magic!
"Cough cough..."
Just as Qiu Xi was about to put her hands on her hips and start a little "academic discussion" with Nan Hua, a few slightly awkward sounds came from behind.
"Nan Hua, Qiu Xi..."
Upon hearing the familiar voice, Qiu Xi immediately dropped her hands, smoothed her clothes, and slowly turned around.
"Teacher Yan, Teacher Zhong, hello..."
Qiu Xi was a little surprised to see the two teachers she hadn't seen for some time.
However, amidst the surprise, there was also a hint of awkwardness.
Seeing that Nan Hua hadn't spoken yet, Qiu Xi tugged at Nan Hua's hem with her small hand.
Why was this guy still grinning like that? She was the one feeling awkward!
Normally, seeing teachers was a common occurrence for Qiu Xi, and she wouldn't feel uncomfortable at all.
But when she thought about her posture just now, ready to scold someone, and the teachers' awkward fake coughs, she truly felt embarrassed!
When Nan Hua was pulled by Qiu Xi, his smile didn't change, but he still politely greeted them.
Then, he began to playfully tease, "Old Zhong, Old Yan, are you two going to be unemployed? You're so free all day, meeting up for a campus stroll."
"..."
"Or do you have some unspeakable trouble?"
"Do you need students to help you..."
Nan Hua was truly familiar with these two teachers.
Zhong Chenghua was a teacher in their department, and Nan Hua often participated in his projects, so he spoke these words naturally. In his eyes, they were like elder grandfathers.
As for Yan Baitao, apart from a competition in their freshman year, Nan Hua would always sneak into Qiu Xi's classes whenever he had time. Because of the lack of a fixed class schedule, he never missed a single class of this teacher, and they naturally became familiar with each other.
Moreover, the two teachers were old friends, so Nan Hua's words didn't make them feel uncomfortable.
Zhong Chenghua and Yan Baitao, "..."
The only uncomfortable thing was the implication behind his words!
Don't think they're old and don't understand what this young lad is implying!
If they didn't agree to his request, it would be a disservice to having such a good student!
So Zhong Chenghua was the first to speak, with a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes, displaying his authority as a strict teacher.
"Since you've put it that way, I won't be shameless."
After all, you're the one who said it, and I'm just reluctantly agreeing.
"It just so happens that your senior brothers and sisters have all gone for internships, and my lab really doesn't have anyone handy to work with. I think you're the one."
"You're smart and quick-witted. Instead of waiting for a better day, why not do it today? You can come with me to register at the lab later."
"..."
Nan Hua, although he didn't understand, was greatly shocked!
He just disliked these two old love rivals and casually said a few words.
What was this all about!
They were actually clinging onto him!!!
For a moment, Nan Hua couldn't get the words out of his mouth.
Zhong Chenghua, seeing this, narrowed his eyes and smiled kindly, "Young Nan, don't worry, your teacher won't treat you poorly!"
"Your research expenses will be reimbursed normally, and your grades will be strictly managed."
"Your teacher isn't stingy either, I'll treat you to delicious food after it's over too~"
"..."
He's not stingy, but as soon as he opens his mouth, everything becomes his business...
"!!!"
This has gone off track!!!
Nan Hua immediately reacted, "Teacher Zhong, you know, I'm in my third year, and I have quite a lot to do..."
Zhong Chenghua smiled even more happily, "I've already inquired about that, it's not that much."
"As for my classes, I can even give you little breaks from time to time~"
The more Zhong Chenghua spoke, the happier he became.
He had originally intended to calmly discuss it with the young man, but now, it was better not to.
Young men in love!
They can't stand this kind of thing!
Look at this "narrow-minded" little expression, it's nothing like the straightforwardness of their elders...
Nan Hua, "..."
Perhaps this old man was too much of a pushover when he was young?
Zhong Chenghua, "..."
Young man, you have no manners!
What do you mean "pushover"?
That was clearly reverse psychology, alright!!!
"Remember!"
"Come to my office after we finish, I'll be waiting for you~"
"..."
In just this short time, Nan Hua had taken on so much work...
After it was over, Yan Baitao, who was standing beside him, looked at his old friend who had set a trap for his "disciple" with a shocked expression.
So that's how it's done... ah~
He immediately turned to look at his favored star disciple.
"Little Xi~"
Qiu Xi, "!!!"
Why was Old Yan looking at her with the gaze of a madam of a brothel looking at her prized possession?!!
Qiu Xi instinctively flinched, then wisely spoke up immediately, "Teachers, we have something to do shortly, so we won't bother you for your walk anymore!"
As soon as she finished speaking, she looked at them expectantly.
As long as the teachers said something, she would immediately thank them and slip away!
However, Yan Baitao, having just learned from his old friend, thought he couldn't lose, or he would be laughed at by this old fellow.
So he put on his Maitreya Buddha smile and began to speak.
Qiu Xi, as a result, stiffened her body.