The Tender Beauty is Sweetly Doted in the 20th Century Novel!-Chapter 253 - 251: Grandpa Is So Lonely at Home All by Himself

Chapter 253: Chapter 251: Grandpa Is So Lonely at Home All by Himself

No one really cared where Liu Jitong went.

Because Jiang Yuan was practically dying of envy.

The three girls were lying on the bed chatting, mostly about everything that’s happened since starting college.

Ye Manman spoke about how she encountered malicious rumors and how she managed to turn the tables on those who mocked her. She also shared some of her experiences in competitions.

Cheng Yuan shared quite a bit about herself too.

However, she hadn’t participated in any competitions, nor had she ever been slandered at school. She had a good personality, was well-liked, her grades were average, and she got along well with several girls both in her dorm and class. But what she especially talked about was Xia Yu’an in her dorm.

Compared to other roommates and classmates she just got along well with, Xia Yu’an was the most special.

Ye Manman and Jiang Yuan knew the place Lin Zhishu held in her heart, so when they heard her talk about how she couldn’t sleep or eat and cried alone in the dorm, they couldn’t help but hug her in sympathy.

But then she recounted how Xia Yu’an pretty much scolded her awake, almost repeating Xia Yu’an’s words verbatim in a similar tone.

Ye Manman and Jiang Yuan burst into laughter simultaneously.

"Hahaha! You really needed that scolding!"

"That friend is fierce, sharp-tongued, and insightful. With her as your roommate, I’m very reassured."

The two mercilessly mocked her, making Cheng Yuan flustered.

She wanted to tickle them but refrained, mindful of their pregnancies.

"Hmph, don’t laugh at me, I’ve been scolded awake now, she probably won’t scold me in the future, I hope..."

Ye Manman turned her head, "I don’t think that’s guaranteed..."

Jiang Yuan also turned her head, "I think so too..."

Cheng Yuan looked left and right, then puffed her cheeks in frustration and said nothing.

The two laughed for a while but eventually stopped.

Ye Manman said seriously, "Actually, I think she’s a really good person. Look, this time I couldn’t get through to you, but she did it instantly. Now you can face Lin Zhishu calmly, honestly speaking, she’s truly a blessing in your life."

Jiang Yuan eagerly agreed.

"Right, I think so too. Even though I’m not as educated as you two, I feel she’s really a nice girl. Although you say she’s tall and has a commanding presence, she’s still just a girl. She must have gone through things to become like this. You might want to understand her more."

Cheng Yuan pursed her lips, suddenly recalling the expression she had when she said she’d accompany her that evening but then let her go to Ye Manman’s place instead.

Looking back now, maybe it was also an invitation for her?

If she sees her as a friend, perhaps deep down, she hopes to meet her friends too?

The more she thought about it, the more it seemed possible.

Cheng Yuan made a decision, "How about I invite her to eat with us tomorrow? It happens to be the weekend with no classes, so we can take two days to really get to know each other."

She’s already taken leave, so she can spend several days with Jiang Yuan.

However, she couldn’t expect Xia Yu’an to take leave as well, given that she wasn’t sure if she truly wanted to befriend her friends.

Plus, even if they did become friends, asking someone who loves studying to take leave to hang out wouldn’t be right.

"Sure, I think it’s a great idea. Yuanyuan’s friends are my friends too."

"I also think it’s doable. I’ll treat us tomorrow; let’s eat at a restaurant."

Jiang Yuan came all the way to Jing City, so it wouldn’t be right to have her pay.

Cheng Yuan’s family wasn’t well-off, but Ye Manman had some money left.

After the last competition, the prize money was supposed to be used for He Chen, but after buying him shoes, he insisted she keep the rest for herself.

Now, it’s time to use it.

Maybe she’ll even buy something for He Chen while shopping.

...

Cheng Yuan had taken leave, so she didn’t return to the dorm and slept in Liu Rulan’s former bedroom on the third floor.

Having not seen them for so long, Jiang Yuan couldn’t bear to leave them, sneaking up to the third floor to chat for hours before finally returning to the guest room to sleep.

Ye Manman didn’t return home that day.

Even though He Chen knew she would be staying at the Liu Family for the next few days, it only hit him when he came home and removed his shoes softly, realizing Ye Manman wasn’t in her room.

As if needing confirmation, he quickly went to the room and opened the door.

The room was empty.

The bed lacked the charming presence he would see upon returning home every day.

Suddenly, it felt as though a piece of him was missing.

The gap howled cold winds, leaving him feeling cold and empty inside.

Even though they’d agreed in the morning that she’d spend a few days with her friends.

Yet now, he missed her dearly.

He couldn’t control it.

Even after showering, he forgot to put on his boxers and simply sat on the bed before lying in the spot where Ye Manman usually slept.

He bundled the blanket into a long roll, hugging it tightly as if it were her.

He wasn’t tormented by longing for long; he was already mentally and physically exhausted from the deal he’d been working on for days falling through.

However, he had no regrets.

It was just that he suddenly missed her so much.

Wanting her to softly nestle in his arms, her slender, soft arms around his waist.

With her by his side, he felt he could rise up again countless times.

He didn’t know how long he thought of Ye Manman.

Exhausted, He Chen fell asleep holding the blanket, without a single piece of clothing on, nor did he cover himself with the blanket.

On the next day, Ye Manman and the others slept in, only waking up when the sun was high.

The late-night chatter had them all wanting to sleep in.

And Liu Jitong, somehow, had rapidly grown closer with the old man.

As they went downstairs, they saw him unexpectedly sipping tea and playing chess with Liu Gaoyuan, in a surprisingly harmonious atmosphere.

It seemed as if the grumpy old man from yesterday who sporadically showed him attitude wasn’t Liu Gaoyuan at all.

Ye Manman was a bit taken aback but said nothing.

With no one else at home; her aunt was visiting her family, and her uncle’s kids were staying at school. It was nice that Liu Jitong kept the old man company.

She worried they might feel awkward.

But they ended up befriending each other.

"Grandpa, we’re planning on going shopping today, so no need for you to take us out. Enjoy yourself at home."

She greeted Liu Gaoyuan, and the three prepared to leave.

Liu Jitong was worried and stood up, intending to join them.

Jiang Yuan stopped him.

"Ji, stay home and keep Grandpa company; it’s lonely for him to be home alone."

Liu Gaoyuan, "..."

Great.

His loose-lipped granddaughter really let him down.

What did she mean by him being lonely at home alone?

When did he say he was lonely?

Depressed.

Liu Gaoyuan’s face fell, and he slipped a thick wad of money into Ye Manman’s hand before turning away and urging them out.

"Go, go, go! Three of you hurry and hang out, buy lots of good food. You’re all too skinny, it’s not good."