The lecture hall was still sweltering, thick with the lingering smell of sweat, like the inside of a steamer. Many students were dozing off. In the silence, he listened as the two sisters finished their story, one that conveniently left out a few details.
"I've been thinking about this seriously," Jiangg Ning said carefully. "If I went about it the wrong way before, I hope you won't be put off this time."
"Are you thirsty? I brought some water. It's definitely a little hot in here."
Compared to her sister's delicate approach, Yaoyao was clearly more direct, holding out the water bottle in her hand.
Chen Yuan didn't take it. He just stared at her.
"What's wrong...? Is there something on my face? Or... do you not want it?" Yaoyao, feeling uncomfortable under his gaze, pulled her hand back. She hugged the water bottle to her chest. "Just tell me whenever you get thirsty. I have a small fan, too."
