When they sat down in the restaurant, Gu Zixuan realized Feng Chengjin was taking her out for a meal. Thinking about it, it was close to 12 o’clock, so it was indeed time to eat. She didn’t have any objections. But looking at that figure as cold as ice, Gu Zixuan couldn’t help but feel a chill down her spine, clearly sensing that today’s meal wasn’t simple, possibly a precarious feast. Feng Chengjin’s expression was very indifferent as he took the menu from the waiter, didn’t even show it to Gu Zixuan, and swiftly ordered before returning it. The waiter hesitated a bit and glanced at Gu Zixuan, possibly curious why such a gentlemanly and incredibly handsome man didn’t let the lady take a look. Feng Chengjin placed his hands over his stomach, delivering a colder voice, "You treat." The statement was definitive. Gu Zixuan was taken aback for a moment, no issues, but the waiter was startled, couldn’t help rolling his eyes, and walked away holding the menu. Gu Zixuan was embarrassed, feeling rather awkward, and lifted her glass for a sip. Feng Chengjin ignored the disdainful glances from the waiter, sitting upright. For a long time, during the period before the food arrived, Gu Zixuan looked at him without understanding, wondering if treating him to a meal was simply letting her off? It turned out she was indeed overthinking. Throughout the meal, the aura of Feng Chengjin’s aloofness had never been so intense. He uttered not a word and didn’t engage with her, focusing on eating his own. Inside, Gu Zixuan felt awkward, occasionally poking at the dishes with her chopsticks... Although she didn’t expect much care or gentlemanly behavior from him, being so distant made it oddly uncomfortable. After finishing the meal, when Gu Zixuan pulled out the card from her purse to settle the bill, she finally understood his intentions. Feng Chengjin stood up, dug into his upper pocket, fetched his wallet, and amid the waiter’s bemused expression, pulled out a few hundred RMB bills, handing them to Gu Zixuan, coldly stating, "You treat, we’ll split the bill." In an instant, Gu Zixuan felt like she was about to explode, understanding his mood, wanting to hand the money back. Yet Feng Chengjin gave her no chance for that, swiftly striding with long legs, his figure receding. Her blood pressure rose, Gu Zixuan covered her forehead, for the first time understanding why when she offered to host Feng Chengjin, claiming she wanted to reciprocate, he’d be so depressed. Also understanding her perception that Feng Chengjin’s insistence on paying was somewhat childish, yet he persisted in doing so. Really, sincerely treating others to a meal sometimes can brutally alienate the recipient by being too clear-cut. With a sullen face, she took the money and followed, saying not a word all along. Not long after, Feng Chengjin took her to the biggest bookstore in the mall. At the entrance, there were ancient-style redwood bookshelves filled with a rich atmosphere, complementing modern simple-style furnishings. Gu Zixuan watched as Feng Chengjin pulled from the bookshelves one after another—stuff like "Economic History of Nazi Germany", "Selected Military Essays of World War II", "Appeasement Strategies" volumes, "The Aeneid", "Oedipus Rex". She felt a bit embarrassed inside. These were original works without translations, involving Latin, English, French, Russian, German—could he really understand them all? However, as much as she was skeptical inside, she dared not voice any doubts. When Feng Chengjin handed the books to her, she quietly accepted them, learning her lesson not to mention about her paying. The silent mode seemed to slightly "please" Feng Chengjin, as he continued grabbing books, instructing the staff to fetch original texts of books he once read. The staff nodded repeatedly, not long after digging out dust-covered boxes with hardcover copies, handing them over one by one. When settling the bill, Feng Chengjin swiped his own card. Seeing this action, Gu Zixuan breathed a long sigh of relief, realizing she had never appreciated a man paying so much in her life. But in the next moment, hearing Feng Chengjin’s words, her eyes suddenly widened. "Alright, these books should be enough for you to read." Feng Chengjin said as he perfectly signed his name in elegant cursive on the receipt he’d handed to the store clerk. His handwriting was exceptionally beautiful, and the store clerk almost wanted to keep it for herself as she accepted the receipt. Gu Zixuan’s heartbeat sped up, feeling on the verge of collapse, "These—these are for me?" Feng Chengjin turned his head and glanced at her indifferently but didn’t answer. He then adjusted his collar and walked right out. His aloofness left Gu Zixuan confused, while the store clerk cheerfully handed her the packaged books ready to be delivered to her car. "Miss, Mr. Feng has such a good eye. He’s read all these books and sometimes discusses history with our boss. You look like a very knowledgeable woman; you’ll certainly love them." Gu Zixuan felt like crying without tears, seeing the clerk’s sincere expression, for the first time having the urge not to be a socialite, not to be a knowledgeable modern woman. She’s just an ordinary woman, not interested in these purely historical and academic things, right? But then she thought about the things she said while hospitalized, and every time she showed a slight disdain for the "childish" things Feng Chengjin gave her... Gu Zixuan truly understood something today. What it means is... you have to follow through on what you said, even if you have to do it while kneeling. Looking at the top of the box, with several dictionaries "thoughtfully" placed there. Gu Zixuan nodded with tears in her eyes, "Okay, I’ll take a serious look." Follow current novᴇls on Nov3lFɪre.ɴet Putting the book into the trunk of the car, she went back upstairs. At this moment, Gu Zixuan truly learned her lesson and didn’t dare to show any disdain for Feng Chengjin. But even if she’s regretful, he doesn’t seem to forgive easily. She really completely underestimated Feng Chengjin’s temper! Standing at the entrance of the cinema, surrounded by the exquisite and high-end decor of the best 3D surround giant screen theater in Rong City. Thinking of the time when she was putting away the book, Feng Chengjin was constantly looking down at his phone app, scrolling back and forth. At this moment, seeing the cinema schedule again... Great, all the seats for European and American blockbusters, youth films, and even domestic comedies were completely bought out. Only a horror movie and an animated film were left to choose from. The handsome guy selling the tickets also seemed a bit confused about how all the tickets were sold out in 2 or 3 minutes earlier. But his performance was good, and he wasn’t too busy, so he was very happy. So when facing Gu Zixuan, his expression was particularly gentle and considerate, and his voice was so sweet it could make ears pregnant. "Hello, Miss, there are only these two left, which one would you like to watch?" Gu Zixuan twitched the corner of her lips, thinking she was really being played with today. For the first time in her life, she let go of some of her usual reserve, looked up earnestly and pitifully at Feng Chengjin. But Feng Chengjin just crossed his arms and kept a cold face, not saying a word. The sulk made Gu Zixuan’s expression tangled. After a long pause, she helplessly and resignedly lowered her gaze and pointed at one with a dark theme, "The-the horror movie." Maybe her expression was too sorrowful, the handsome guy selling the tickets, seeing such a pretty face, couldn’t bear it and couldn’t help but suggest: "How about watching ’Storks’ instead? It’s an animated film about babies, the female lead is quirky and childish, very funny." Gu Zixuan’s expression stiffened. She was a bit hesitant, but at that moment she couldn’t stand the word "childish," immediately shook her head, and firmly pointed at the horror movie, "No! This one, I love watching this one." Are you kidding? Mention childish again, and she might just fly away! Her determination and immediate feistiness left the handsome ticket seller stunned, completely unaware of what Gu Zixuan was nervous about. But looking at the stills for ’Deceitful Dream Evil Bell,’ his intuition still told him this might not be Gu Zixuan’s taste. But what could he do if the customer liked it? As long as the tickets were sold. The handsome guy happily and swiftly issued the tickets, handing them to Gu Zixuan. When receiving the tickets, Gu Zixuan hesitated, looking at Feng Chengjin, "You’re... you’re paying?" Feng Chengjin didn’t say anything, for the first time pulling the corners of his lips into a slight smile, took out his wallet, and paid. The clean and swift manner made Gu Zixuan breathe a sigh of relief. Staring at the curve of his lips, she was slightly contemplating. But the smile didn’t last a few seconds. Feng Chengjin soon pursed his lips again and entered the giant screen theater first. Realizing that Feng Chengjin was silently mocking her in victory, and his anger over being disdained as childish hadn’t subsided. The movie arrangement today was to correct her impression of him being childish! To smooth it out! To completely make her submit! Gu Zixuan felt that she was being forcefully educated with no room for struggle, leaving her feeling helpless and frustrated. Sighing with exasperation, holding the coffee she bought earlier at Starbucks, she clenched the ticket stub and brushed her messy hair behind her ears before following in. At the counter, watching their figures disappear, the handsome guy couldn’t help but smile and say, "This couple is really interesting." The girl who had been making popcorn all along, also witnessing the scene, disagreed with a laugh, "Not a couple, right? Looks more like a married couple having a spat, the guy’s quite aloof." "Married?" the handsome guy tilted his head. The girl nodded, "Probably, aren’t couples usually the guy chasing the girl? Look at how coy she looks... like a little wife." "Oh, true." The handsome guy thought back to the earlier scene, smiled, and couldn’t help but sigh, "This kind of handsome guy and beautiful girl scene is so rare here in Rong City. If they took wedding photos, wouldn’t it be gorgeous?"