Chapter 270: Gnashing of Teeth
Hearing Lu Xiaoyu's question, Liu Ergou coughed softly and turned his head away, clearly trying to avoid the subject.
This only made the already angry Lu Xiaoyu even more furious. She couldn't stop herself from grabbing a pillow and hurling it at him.
"Go to hell! Why are you so annoying!"
Seeing her fuming, Liu Ergou didn't say a word and turned to leave again.
His reaction caught Lu Xiaoyu completely off guard. Seeing him about to leave, she panicked. If Liu Ergou leaves, who will help me change?
At that thought, she hurriedly called out to him.
"Wait, wait, wait! Liu Ergou, just wait, don't go!" she pleaded. "Listen to me, can you help me change my clothes? I don't know what's wrong, but my ankle hurts like hell every time I move!"
Liu Ergou, who had already started walking away, froze on the spot. He dug a finger into his ear in disbelief. Did I hear that right? Lu Xiaoyu wants me to help her change? How can this be so absurd?
With that thought, he turned around and asked in astonishment, "What did you just say? I don't think I heard you correctly. Could you say it again?"
Questioned like that, Lu Xiaoyu, who had been so righteous just a moment ago, suddenly grew shy. Before, she had blurted it out of desperation without thinking. But now, it was different.
Despite her embarrassment, she still mustered up her courage. "I said... can you help me change my clothes!"
She summoned all her bravery to say it, but her voice was barely a whisper.
However, Liu Ergou still heard her clearly.
"Are you sure?" he pressed.
Lu Xiaoyu nodded affirmatively.
Seeing her nod, it was Liu Ergou's turn to be stunned. What am I supposed to say...? There's nothing I *can* say!
Watching Liu Ergou stand there, frozen, Lu Xiaoyu felt her mood lift for some reason. Hmph, so even *he* gets flustered! The thought gave her a fresh surge of courage.
Seeing Liu Ergou spacing out, she urged him on.
"Hurry up, hurry up!" she said. "You get to help a great beauty change her clothes, and you're still hesitating! Are you even a man? Let me tell you, an opportunity like this doesn't knock twice! You miss this chance, and it's gone for good!"
Hearing this, Liu Ergou no longer hesitated. He quickly walked over to Lu Xiaoyu's side and began to help her change.
Lu Xiaoyu had been certain Liu Ergou would be mesmerized by her. But to her utter astonishment, the guy helped her change with his eyes shut tight. Her clothes were torn from her body as if they were made of paper.
Hearing the sound of ripping fabric, Lu Xiaoyu's face twitched. What was that saying again? Liu Ergou is all brute strength and no brains. Such a golden opportunity is right in front of him, and he doesn't even peek. He actually closed his eyes! I'm speechless.
Still, one had to admit, his method was highly efficient. In just a few moves, Liu Ergou had torn all her old clothes off. He then cracked his eyes open, grabbed the clean clothes, and haphazardly threw them on her before turning and bolting from the room.
This scene left Lu Xiaoyu stunned, unable to process what had just happened for a long time.
A good while passed.
Then, a terrifying roar echoed throughout the entire villa.
"Liu Ergou, are you even a man?! I'm laid out like this, and you have no reaction at all? You're unbelievable!"
Sitting in the living room, Liu Ergou heard the roar and casually dug a finger in his ear. She may not be tall, but she sure has a set of lungs on her, he thought. If Lu Xiaoyu knew he was thinking that, she would probably let out another roar.
A moment later, Lu Xiaoyu's voice called out again.
"I've changed, Liu Ergou! Come carry me out of here, you hear me!"
At her command, Liu Ergou couldn't help but sigh. If I'd known it would be like this, I never would have come today. I feel like her boy toy, ordered around at her whim. This feeling really sucks.
But when you help someone, you see it through to the end.
Liu Ergou went back into the bedroom.
When he entered and saw how Lu Xiaoyu was dressed, his eyes lit up. He had to admit, the outfit really suited her.
And Lu Xiaoyu, seeing Liu Ergou frozen in place, felt a flicker of joy. He's stunned! It looks like I do have some charm after all, or else he wouldn't be reacting like this.
With this in mind, she deliberately asked, "How do I look? Am I pretty?"
Liu Ergou managed a nod.
"Pretty!"
That one word made Lu Xiaoyu beam with joy. That blockhead Liu Ergou has finally seen the light. It wasn't easy.
She pressed on, "So, since I'm so pretty, what are you thinking?"
This time, Liu Ergou didn't answer immediately. After a moment of contemplation, he said flatly, "You're dim-witted."
Lu Xiaoyu was speechless.
"You're the one who's dim-witted! Your whole family is dim-witted!" Lu Xiaoyu roared, grabbing the pillow beside her and hurling it at him again.
This time, Liu Ergou dodged the pillow with a swift movement. Laughing, he walked over to her and, to her complete surprise, lay down on the bed right next to her.
"What are you doing, lying on my bed?" she demanded. "Aren't you afraid I'll..."
Before she could finish, Liu Ergou cut her off.
"Afraid of what? You're brainless! Threat level: zero!"
His words left Lu Xiaoyu so angry she was speechless. Liu Ergou's talent for insults was simply too powerful; it truly left her with nothing to say.
Still, there was one thing Lu Xiaoyu couldn't figure out. After she had gone to such lengths, why was Liu Ergou still completely uninterested in her?
No, no, I have to conquer him. Otherwise, people will think I have no appeal to men whatsoever!
Looking at Liu Ergou, an idea sparked in her eyes.
Without another thought, she boldly snuggled into his arms.
In a sweet, coquettish voice, she murmured, "Liu Ergou, I want to discuss something with you~"
Before the words were even out of her mouth, Liu Ergou cut her off. "If you're after my body, forget it."
That remark left Lu Xiaoyu dumbstruck. That boy was infuriating! He left her completely at a loss for words. The more she thought about it, the more furious she became, gritting her teeth in frustration.