The Peerless Beauty Stuck With Me

Although Tang Rao had never truly been in love, he knew he disliked feeling pitied.

He had asked himself and realized he had given all he could, and had used every bit of thought possible.

But all to no avail, as Yun Xi still kept dragging things out.

Even though at the beginning of his pursuit, he vowed to chase after Yun Xi.

But if he had already given his all and Yun Xi still had no response, he wouldn't be betraying his own principles. Some goals can be achieved, and some cannot.

A principle that one has tried their best to achieve without success will not turn into a Heart Demon.

"Maybe, with a bit more effort, Yun Xi will agree," said Yan Wei.

"Do you think I haven't tried hard enough?" Tang Rao asked.

In Illusion City, Yan Wei remained silent.

Everyone knew very well how Tang Rao felt about Yun Xi, and no one could deny the effort he had put in.

He had been chasing Yun Xi for a very long time, yet Yun Xi truly showed no sign of interest.

Luo Lili had also tried to talk to Yun Xi several times, but it seemed like Yun Xi was always reluctant to face it.

"Let's not talk about this anymore…"

"So you plan to deal with it coldly? That's not something a man should do," Yan Wei didn't shut his mouth but continued to ask.

"What else can I do? Tell Yun Xi, if you don't accept, I'll stop chasing you?"

"Yes," Yan Wei replied, "Even if you're going to give up, you need to make it clear to her."

Tang Rao fell silent, realizing that love was never as simple as he had imagined.

"I understand," Tang Rao nodded, then vanished in an instant, reappearing at Sui City University.

If it needs to be made clear, then so be it.

After arriving under the women's dormitory building, Tang Rao dialed Yun Xi's number, which rang for a long time without answer.

Then Tang Rao called Luo Lili.

She said they were out eating, and Yun Xi didn't bring her mobile phone.

Once Tang Rao got the address, he headed over.

It was a restaurant near the school, not considered high-end, but decent for students. At least, many students would only eat here during gatherings. After all, spending over a hundred per meal was something a lot of students had to save up for a long time for.

"Tang Rao, come over and sit down, have you eaten yet?" Luo Lili warmly beckoned Tang Rao, while Yun Xi hardly reacted, she didn't even ask why Tang Rao had taken so long to return, or if anything had happened to him recently.

She didn't ask anything, and just sat there, expressionless.

"Xiao Xi, say something…" Luo Lili muttered quietly, giving Yun Xi a look.

Yun Xi didn't respond much.

"How have you been, Tang Rao? Is Yan Wei doing well?" Luo Lili interjected to break the awkward silence.

"Pretty good. I heard from Yan Wei that you guys are going to get married next month, congratulations in advance," Tang Rao said with a smile.

"Thank you so much," Luo Lili beamed with happiness.

"When the time comes, I'll prepare a big gift for you. By the way, you could actually go to the Moon after graduation, it's quite developed there now, and you would be able to see Yan Wei often," Tang Rao suggested.

"Wouldn't it be boring over there?"

"There aren't many people here, but you can always go back to Blue Star anytime. It only takes a few seconds to travel between," Tang Rao said with a smile.

"That does sound quite nice."

Tang Rao and Luo Lili had been speaking for quite a while, but Yun Xi had not interjected from start to finish, nor did Tang Rao speak to her.

"By the way, I have something to take care of, so I'll be leaving first. You can chat with Yun Xi," said Luo Lili as she stood up, preparing to leave.

It seemed that there were some issues between Tang Rao and Yun Xi, so it was probably best to give them some private space.

"Actually, I should be going too," Tang Rao also stood.

Luo Lili was somewhat surprised, and Yun Xi next to her was also startled, lifting her head gently to look at Tang Rao.

Was he just going to ignore her like that? Did he consider her a stranger now?

"Why don't you talk to Yun Xi now that you're back," Luo Lili urged.

"No need," Tang Rao shook his head and then gestured for the waiter to settle the bill.

"By the way..." After walking a few steps, Tang Rao stopped, turned back, and looked at Yun Xi, "I know there might be something missing between us, maybe not now, but perhaps we will find out in the future. But, that's for later. It's not that I don't love you anymore, I just don't know how to express it so that you would accept my love. So, for now, let's leave it at that, goodbye."

Having said this, Tang Rao turned around and left the restaurant entirely.

Luo Lili was completely stunned. What did Tang Rao's words mean? Had he given up?

No, he did not say he was giving up. He loved Yun Xi, but Yun Xi's response did not give him any feedback, leaving him unsure of how to win her love.

Yun Xi's mouth was agape, her mind a complete mess.

She wanted to call out to Tang Rao, wanted to tell him, I didn't mean that, I only...

Yes, there was nothing more after 'only', she just didn't come out with it, she didn't even know why she had delayed for so long without agreeing to Tang Rao.

"Bang!" Suddenly, Luo Lili slammed her palm down on the table, causing the water in the glass to spill all over.

"Are you satisfied now?! You must be!" Luo Lili pointed at Yun Xi, the anger in her voice indescribable.

"You say you like Tang Rao, you say your heart flutters for Tang Rao, is that how you f**king like him? Shit!" Luo Lili cursed directly. If not for the fact that she and Yun Xi were best friends, she would have slapped her at this moment.

"I..."

"My ass!" Luo Lili was a bit explosive.

For Luo Lili, Tang Rao was a very good friend, even more, she was extremely grateful to him because without Tang Rao, she would not have met Yan Wei and would not have gotten to the point of marrying Yan Wei.

Her happiness, Tang Rao was a major contributor.

Anyone with eyes could see how much Tang Rao loved Yun Xi, but no matter what was said to Yun Xi, she just kept dragging it out.

When asked, she said she liked Tang Rao, but is dragging it out until the other person gives up her way of liking someone?

Luo Lili really wanted to label Yun Xi with three words: Green Tea Bitch.

She simply couldn't stand and tolerate this behavior.

If you like him, then agree; if you don't like him, then reject him early on.

How much has Tang Rao given? What did he get in return? Your hesitation? Your mockery?

"Lili, listen to me."

"Listen my ass, I'm sick of those bullshit excuses of yours, I'm leaving." Luo Lili tossed her hands, not wanting to hear any more of Yun Xi's nonsense. All these reasons about not knowing why, feeling like something's missing, it's as good as not explaining anything.

If you would've just said you don't like Tang Rao, I would have felt better about it.

At least, everyone has the right to like or dislike.

After Luo Lili left, Yun Xi collapsed on the sofa, her expression blank.