Chapter 1439 - 1436: Is This for Me?

Chapter 1439: Chapter 1436: Is This for Me?

Xiao Shan couldn’t help but explain, her voice very soft yet somewhat urgent, as if she was truly afraid of him misunderstanding, because it was her suggestion to pick this item.

"Oh!" Li Yaxuan smiled at her sheepishly. All right, this act should come to a close too. She quickly unwrapped it, and the moment the box opened, wow, her eyes were dazzled and couldn’t look away! This...

It’s a Swiss watch from the brand Patek Philippe (PP), with top-tier design and craftsmanship. The watchmaking process was all completed at the original Geneva factory and it bears the "Geneva Seal" quality mark.

The smooth metallic luster, shimmering with a silvery blue hue, exudes a noble aura, with a regal temperament. It’s said to be the "Noble of All Watches," embodying an elegant and understated luxury recognized as a treasure worldwide...

Is this for me? Suddenly, Li Yaxuan felt a stunned urge to cry.

"It’s too precious, Zi Ruoxi, your Brother Ya Xuan might not be able to accept it!" Li Yaxuan said slowly.

Uh...

Zi Ruoxi smiled charmingly.

"Brother Ya Xuan, you’re so annoying! Always talking about whether you can accept it or not, don’t stress me out, if you don’t like it, you can’t return it!" Zi Ruoxi pouted.

"Oh, in that case, if this handsome guy continues to refuse, it’d just be too inconsiderate. Haha, no matter what, I can’t let down your good intention, Zi Ruoxi! Wouldn’t you agree, my most most most... adorable Zi Ruoxi!" Li Yaxuan, in a good mood, relaxed and bantered playfully with her.

As soon as he said it, this overly ambiguous remark instantly caused a small whirlwind!

Qiao Muyun’s face immediately darkened, and he put on a stern expression. Xiao Shan noticed Qiao Muyun’s discomfort and quickly tugged on Zi Ruoxi’s clothes, hinting quite obviously.

"Brother Ya Xuan, can’t you stop provoking? Every time you speak, it’s overwhelming! Be careful, a fist might come down on your head, and you won’t even know why. Hehe..." Zi Ruoxi naturally chimed in, showing no trace of awkwardness or pretension. Then she corrected seriously, "Moreover, this item also has Xiao Shan’s contribution; it was her suggestion. Just thanking me isn’t enough!"

"Oh, understood, understood!" Li Yaxuan immediately responded, casting a meaningful glance at Xiao Shan and chuckling, "She had a part in mine, so... does she have a part in Qiao Muyun’s too?"

Why did the topic suddenly shift to this?

Xiao Shan couldn’t help but blush.

"Brother Ya Xuan, this has nothing to do with me..." Xiao Shan felt a bit embarrassed. Her delicate face appeared quite uneasy.

Qiao Muyun showed no expression, maintaining a cold demeanor, just listening to their nonsensical banter. What could he do; he knew Zi Ruoxi liked this kind of atmosphere. He couldn’t spoil this cozy feeling. Besides, what day was this? It was their, his, her, and his joint birthday! No matter how much irritation he felt inside, he couldn’t flare up today.

Zi Ruoxi, seeing Xiao Shan’s blushing face, couldn’t help but affectionately pull her next to Qiao Muyun. Handsome boy and beautiful girl, they make a good pair!

"Brother Ya Xuan, you guessed it right, that tie... wasn’t chosen by me. It was our sister Xiao Shan who painstakingly selected it!" Zi Ruoxi smiled broadly, her words carrying a hidden meaning beneath the surface.

Dizzy!

What’s going on!

Qiao Muyun and Xiao Shan both displayed embarrassment. But Xiao Shan’s face was more bashfully moist.

"Oh, I get it now, so this handsome guy is just a supporting role, and the real lead is Qiao Muyun!" Li Yaxuan cunningly chimed in, then jokingly added, "And the leading lady, Xiao Shan, your Brother Qiao Muyun is too reserved, he didn’t even say thank you, don’t mind it! Hahaha..."

"Brother Ya Xuan, what leading lady, how can you say that..." Xiao Shan’s face turned apple-red. Her delicate brows furrowed, her dark shiny eyes appearing unsettled. She didn’t know how Brother Qiao Muyun would react to such words...

Zi Ruoxi just smiled, her cheeks glowing with pleasure. Just as she was about to say something.

Suddenly.

"Are you done with the nonsense? You guys have managed to make wild connections over a gift; I’m really impressed." Qiao Muyun finally couldn’t hold it anymore, retorting angrily, then with his emerald-green eyes clouding, he stared at Zi Ruoxi, reproaching, "Zi Ruoxi, you’re joining in the ruckus too?"

Uh!

Zi Ruoxi suddenly found herself speechless, unable to respond for a moment.

"Alright, Qiao Muyun, we’re just joking around, why so serious, come on, let’s eat some cake!" Li Yaxuan hurriedly mediated, a nice birthday Paty couldn’t be spoiled by his own sharp tongue. Who said he was sharp-tongued, it’s not like he’s ’poisonous,’ just a bit more talkative. Haha, and encountering Zi Ruoxi, who’s also quite talkative, how could he not exchange a few more words with such a witty rival!

At this moment, Zi Ruoxi’s radiant snow-like face finally showed a hint of embarrassment, blinking apologetically.

"Sorry, Brother Qiao Muyun, for upsetting you, Xiao Shan had the eye, I contributed the money, so this way we all have a part, hehe, Brother Qiao Muyun, please don’t be mad!" chided Zi Ruoxi with a smile. Looking at the unsmiling, handsome slender face, she was really worried he’d get mad. That wouldn’t do, given what day it was, it was his birthday!

As soon as she finished speaking, a reproachful glare shot towards her.

"Zi Ruoxi, you’re still talking!" Qiao Muyun expressed his irritation. He simply couldn’t understand her intentions. What did she mean by joking around like this with him and another woman? Was it fun? Dizzy, while she found joy in it, his mind was in an uproar, filled with anger. Watching her slightly faded smile, he couldn’t bear it, sighing quietly inside, he looked into her Xi Jian-like eyes and said softly, "All those days before, you didn’t give gifts, yet I still lived just fine. Why make such a fuss today! Zi Ruoxi, this isn’t like you..."

These words made Zi Ruoxi’s cheeks turn pale, and Xiao Shan beside her grew anxious.

"Brother Qiao Muyun, don’t blame Sister Zi Ruoxi, it’s all my fault, I’m the one who suggested buying it... I didn’t know you didn’t like it..." Xiao Shan interjected anxiously, her dark eyes looking at Qiao Muyun like a pitiful doll.

... Qiao Muyun was left speechless, rolling his eyes before falling silent.

This situation seemed both funny and amusing. However, it’s best to know when to stop. Jokes taken too far will spoil everything. A happy comedic opening shouldn’t end in tragedy.

Li Yaxuan stepped forward, grabbing Xiao Shan’s arm.