NOVEL NEXT Chapter 70
Chapter 70: Lin You Xi’s Savings Plan (Extra Chapter for Classmate ‘Borei Zhi Ren’)
Lin You Xi’s savings plan had started at the beginning of the year during the Spring Festival. Throughout this whole year, she spent her weekends at Mei Fang’s house playing games and learning code, all to save money for something she hadn’t revealed.
“If it’s just about buying something… why not invite Yuan Yuan? I don’t really understand girls’ interests.”
Lin You Xi pursed her lips and shook her head.
“Mainly… Yuan Yuan doesn’t know that I earn money by proxy gaming. If she knew, it would be troublesome…”
“Indeed… But why did we keep it from her in the first place?”
“It’s not like we were hiding it; she never asked.”
Lin You Xi seemed conflicted, “You know how Yuan Yuan is. If we tell her now, she’ll complain for a long time. It’s better to solve it directly so she won’t worry about me. She’s finally able to relax, so let her rest on the weekends.”
“That makes sense…”
Mei Fang could already imagine Xia Yuan hugging Lin You Xi out of concern.
“So… what exactly are you going to buy?”
Lin You Xi didn’t answer directly but glanced at Yue Xinyi, who was drooling and smiling dreamily nearby.
Yue Xinyi immediately waved her hand, embarrassed, “I was just daydreaming, I won’t disturb you guys. Continue.”
Lin You Xi gestured for Mei Fang to lean closer, as if they were going to whisper.
As soon as Mei Fang leaned in, Lin You Xi leaned close, whispered into his ear about what she wanted to buy.
“A motorcycle?”
Mei Fang had imagined Lin You Xi might want her own computer, phone, MP3 player, or digital camera. He thought she might save up for something big since it had been almost a year.
But a motorcycle…
He knew it wasn’t for herself.
“For your father?”
She nodded, “His motorcycle is nearly broken down. He keeps repairing it instead of buying a new one, saying it can still work. So, I thought it would be good to get him a new one.”
“I think your father will be moved if he knows.”
Mei Fang warned, “But if you really buy it for him, you need to consider how he’ll react—whether he’ll accept the gift, ask where you got the money, and whether getting a motorcycle will hurt his pride as an adult.”
“…”
Lin You Xi pondered for a moment, then said, “I know my dad. He’s not that sensitive.”
“This isn’t about being sensitive! For example, with money. A few thousand yuan—won’t your dad wonder where you got it? If he finds out you’ve been doing proxy gaming at my house, will he stop you from coming over?”
Lin You Xi realized, “That’s true. That can’t happen.”
“So, we need to find a way to make him accept the gift.”
“I might be able to help!”
Yue Xinyi raised her hand cheerfully, only to receive a double glare from Lin You Xi and Mei Fang.
Mei Fang was furious, “Yue Xinyi, why are you still eavesdropping? Have some manners!”
Yue Xinyi covered her head and apologized, “It’s my fault for eavesdropping, but your voices were so loud, I couldn’t help but hear!”
Lin You Xi asked, “What method do you have?”
Yue Xinyi explained, “Do you know the new Xin Chun supermarket at the end of Avenue Five? My house is nearby. They’re having a shopping lottery promotion where you can win an electric scooter. Just say you won it there, and your dad won’t suspect anything.”
“But it has to be the same model… otherwise, your dad might notice. You Xi… do you think an electric scooter would work?”
You Xi?
Yue Xinyi’s smile widened uncontrollably.
Sure enough, they called each other nicknames. How sweet!
Wow!
Yue Xinyi was swept up in a sugar rush, while Lin You Xi shook her head at Mei Fang, “I’m not sure. Maybe my dad likes motorcycles more.”
Motorcycles have powerful engines, roaring when ridden, and ride fast.
In his childhood, Mei Li Jun often took Mei Fang on motorcycle rides, regardless of Mei Fang’s preferences. He enjoyed the thrill of riding a motorcycle. Although he now drives a car, he still stresses to his son that owning a powerful motorcycle is romantic.
But in his past life, Mei Fang never shared his father’s romanticism because he was an orphan working in the city. The luxury of a motorcycle was beyond his reach.
“It’s up to you… I suggest an electric scooter would be better.”
“I agree… my savings might be a bit tight for a motorcycle.”
Lin You Xi nodded, “Then let’s check out some electric scooters this weekend and buy one together.”
“Before that, let me confirm something.”
Mei Fang asked Lin You Xi, “You’ve been saving all year. How much have you saved?”
Lin You Xi clearly understood her savings, “I have 3220 yuan in the bank.”
“Such a lot!”
On Saturday morning, Mei Fang was woken up by the alarm clock Lin You Xi had set for him.
Mei Fang got up early, brushed his teeth, washed his face, and soon heard light knocking on the door. Opening it, he saw Lin You Xi standing there with a backpack.
“Why are you carrying such a big bag?”
“I put all the money inside.”
“You’re quite careful.”
Lin You Xi nodded and took out breakfast wrapped in plastic bags from her backpack, “I brought glutinous rice chicken and stir-fried round noodles.”
“Wow, did you buy them from Xiao Hong’s breakfast shop?”
“They’re the most authentic here,” Lin You Xi reminded Mei Fang, “but eat quietly so you don’t wake Aunt Mei and Xiao Ya.”
“They sleep heavily on weekends anyway.”
Mei Fang untied the plastic bag while asking Lin You Xi, “Did you eat breakfast yourself?”
Lin You Xi nodded, “I had a fried dough twist on the way.”
“Just one isn’t enough,” Mei Fang said, “I can give you some of the stir-fried noodles. You probably can’t finish everything.”
Lin You Xi didn’t refuse, “Then I’ll get a bowl.”
Mei Fang and Lin You Xi enjoyed their breakfast happily. Lin You Xi ate quickly, finished, and went to wash the dishes.
It had been a long time since Mei Fang and Lin You Xi kept a secret from Xia Yuan.
Sometimes, Mei Fang felt a little unfair to You Xi.
Because he and Xia Yuan had done many things Lin You Xi didn’t know about, but You Xi was indifferent.
Xia Yuan, on the other hand, was very controlling, fearing Lin You Xi and Mei Fang might do something fun without her knowing.
“Did you start early today because you and Yuan Yuan have plans? She hasn’t contacted me.”
Lin You Xi replied, “She’s playing ‘Race Car’ with me this afternoon. We’ll buy the vehicle in the morning and play in the afternoon.”
“I see… you’re quite considerate.”
To help Lin You Xi achieve her goal, Mei Fang quickly finished his breakfast. They set off together, heading to the bus station to wait for the bus. After it arrived, they went to the Xin Chun supermarket, which Yue Xinyi mentioned was running a lottery promotion, to check out the prize motorcycles.
By the way, I wonder what Yuan Yuan is doing today… resting at home?
Oh, hopefully, they don’t run into each other on the street…
This chapter is an extra update! Because someone in the group guessed what Lin You Xi was saving for, I can only cry and update three chapters today. Please thank our group member [Borei Zhi Ren].