After Rebirth and Done Chasing, I Choose the Gentle and Rich Goddess Over the Scheming Campus Belle - Chapter 28:

Chapter 28: Should I Also Find a Boyfriend?

Due to the momentum from nearly falling, as He Li caught Miao Xiaoyu, she instinctively wrapped her arms around his waist in panic. Both of them felt each other’s warmth and breath… listening to the thumping of one another’s heartbeats. Flustered, they quickly blushed and let go.

Passersby around them showed warm aunt-like smiles…

“Look at that young couple, how loving!”

“Old man, why were you so timid back then?”

“You didn’t even dare to hold my hand. Such a coward!”

“Sweetheart, I want a hug too!”

“I’m not a gibbon, I can’t wrap my arms around your barrel waist!”

“You’re awful! Is that how you talk to a girl?”

“Look at them. That guy’s handsome and gentle!”

“Yeah right, and that girl isn’t gorgeous and sweet?”

“They’re a perfect match. What about us? Don’t kid yourself—we don’t even compare…”

…

Surrounded by such chatter, He Li and Miao Xiaoyu looked at each other and smiled. The embarrassment on their faces faded a bit. Laughing and chatting, they continued on and soon arrived at the movie theater.

But what surprised them was running into Li Feng’er and Li Lingjie inside the theater—and the two of them were sitting together?

“Are they… together?” Miao Xiaoyu was shocked.

He Li also found it odd. “No idea. I never noticed anything between them before.”

Even in his past life, he’d never heard of any relationship between Li Lingjie and Li Feng’er.

But whatever their deal was, it had nothing to do with him.

“Forget about them,” He Li said. “Their business has nothing to do with us.”

“Okay!” Miao Xiaoyu nodded sweetly. As the theater lights dimmed, she scooted closer to He Li, and he caught a familiar sweet scent from her.

His eyes softened as he leaned closer, his shoulder brushing hers.

Miao Xiaoyu gripped her purse tightly, the corners of her lips lifting.

As the movie began, He Li would occasionally turn and whisper gently to Miao Xiaoyu.

She kept covering her mouth, giggling softly.

A sweet and warm atmosphere surrounded them.

What they didn’t know was that all their subtle interactions were being watched by someone sitting in the back row.

“Don’t they ever get tired of this?”

“They were flirting the whole way here, and now in the theater too. I can’t imagine what else they might do here…”

Yu Jianxin rolled her eyes.

She knew Miao Xiaoyu was going to the movies with He Li today, and worried the two lovebirds might get too intimate in the dark theater… so she secretly followed them.

After all, people online always joked about how young couples love sneaking around in theaters. She didn’t want to see her little cousin get taken advantage of by He Li.

But instead of witnessing that, she ended up feeling like she was turning into a jar of vinegar from all the dog food being force-fed.

He Li and Miao Xiaoyu were simply too good at flaunting their affection. Every little move between them was full of honey…

How could a single woman like her bear it?

If not for her concern for her cousin, she might’ve already walked away from this saccharine couple.

But actually, Yu Jianxin wasn’t the only one being tortured. Other couples in the theater were also suffering…

“Can’t you be more like that guy?”

“Look how sweet they are!”

“They’re whispering and being so gentle. And you? All you do is say crude stuff.”

“And you keep trying to grope me…”

“But don’t you like it when I grope you?”

“I do… but I want sweetness too!”

“I want to be happy too, so learn from them!”

“How the hell am I supposed to learn that?”

…

Listening to their girlfriends complain, several guys in the theater began glaring at He Li with resentment. They were already annoyed that their girlfriends kept sneaking glances at that handsome guy, and now he was showing off right in front of them?

And what’s with that girlfriend of his—so damn pretty!

Even the female lead in the movie couldn’t compare.

That guy… seriously too much!

Filled with righteous jealousy, many were seething. And among them, Li Lingjie, sitting in the corner with Li Feng’er, was burning up even more.

He was jealous of He Li and Miao Xiaoyu’s affection. He was also jealous that Liu Yuyan had feelings for He Li.

“That bastard… What makes him so special?”

“Liu Yuyan used to ignore him. Why is she chasing him now?”

“And Miao Xiaoyu has a crush on him too…”

“Is it because he’s handsome? Good grades? Talented at starting businesses?”

“Does my devotion mean nothing?” Li Lingjie couldn’t help recalling the harsh words Liu Yuyan had said to him days ago. How could she be so heartless to someone who genuinely loved her?

Next to him, Li Feng’er noticed his strange expression but didn’t say anything. She simply watched He Li and Miao Xiaoyu with envy.

Back when she was following Liu Yuyan around, she hadn’t realized.

But with this contrast now, she could see it clearly…

He Li and Miao Xiaoyu were a perfect match.

They loved and supported each other, and every moment together was filled with genuine affection and sweetness.

Compared to that, what was He Li and Liu Yuyan?

Was that even love? More like a father doting on a daughter.

After all, Liu Yuyan only knew how to take, not give.

Back then, He Li only knew how to love her unconditionally.

But clearly, he wasn’t a fool. He’d finally woken up.

And now, the relationship he had with Miao Xiaoyu…

That was the kind of love she had always dreamed of!

When would she ever have a love like that?

Li Feng’er’s face was full of envy. She then glanced at Li Lingjie, whose eyes were still filled with jealousy and hostility toward He Li.

After being rejected by Liu Yuyan, Li Lingjie had been easy to manipulate. She had taken advantage of that vulnerability to get close.

But he was too deep in his simp-mode. Trying to get him into her grasp would take time. No rushing.

Using the excuse of helping him win Liu Yuyan back…

She had tricked him into accompanying her to the movie today—just a starting step.

“As long as I give him love little by little, make him feel the difference between being loved and loving someone…”

“Then soon, I’ll have him wrapped around my finger.”

“He’s still a rich second-generation heir. Once I land him…”

“I won’t have to worry anymore. And Liu Yuyan, don’t blame me.”

“After all, He Li doesn’t want you. You don’t want Li Lingjie either. So I’ll just take the one you discarded.” With this plan in mind, Li Feng’er put on a gentle smile and leaned closer to whisper to Li Lingjie…

…

The movie lasted nearly three hours.

By the time they came out, night had already fallen.

He Li walked Miao Xiaoyu home. Along the way, she chattered excitedly about the movie’s plot.

He Li smiled warmly and responded from time to time.

When they passed a street vendor, He Li bought a few snacks.

Miao Xiaoyu talked and munched as they walked, her lips glistening with oil. He Li would feed her skewers like he was feeding a kitten.

And when she found something especially tasty, she’d share half with him.

They continued walking, the streetlights casting shadows of them touching.

Love bloomed, drawing stares from passersby.

Further behind, Yu Jianxin watched them. Seeing the dimly lit surroundings, she couldn’t help but wonder, “Should I find a boyfriend like him too?”

The more she secretly observed He Li and Miao Xiaoyu, the more she realized how beautiful love could be—and the more she felt envious and hopeful.

When they finally reached Miao Xiaoyu’s building…

Yu Jianxin saw He Li waving goodbye to her.

She seized the moment and quickly caught up.

“Excuse me, do you have a moment? Can we talk?”

A cool and pleasant voice called from behind.

He Li’s lips curled into a smile—he knew that voice well.

Yu Jianxin, Miao Xiaoyu’s cousin. In his past life, this top-tier celebrity often visited Miao Xiaoyu’s house, so he had become quite familiar with her and knew a lot about her. Of course, he instantly recognized her voice.

But in this life, they were strangers.

What she didn’t know was that the moment she spoke…

He Li had already “seen” through everything about her in his mind!