“No, in what family does a good person have a trial period in their love life ah?”
Not only Wu Zimo and Liu Hewei, but even Du Chuan, who was playing games, fell silent. He was so angry that he stormed out to vent his frustration in the air, which exposed his position, and got shot in the head by Old Yinbi, who was lying in the grass far away. The game screen turned gray. Du Chuan threw the mouse and turned his head to look at Mai Dong.
“Next, you have three minutes to explain what the trial period means.”
How could Mai Dong know what the trial period meant ah!
He himself wanted to ask Yan Xuming what the trial period really meant. Mai Dong couldn’t say anything again, feeling guilty already. His debating talent didn’t come in handy at this moment.
Du Chuan spoke solemnly, “Mai-zi, I won’t say anything else to you. You’re not dumb, how come you can’t see through her intentions? When have you heard of someone dating and still having a trial period? Let me ask you this straightforwardly, have you two officially started dating during this trial period or not?”
Mai Dong was more resolute this time. He had already thought about this question when he was at the doorway. “We have.”
Du Chuan stretched out his hand. “Alright, bring her WeChat for me to see. Has she made it official on Moments? Isn’t it reasonable to make it official when you’re in a relationship?”
Mai Dong was speechless again. After a while, he managed to say, “I… I haven’t made it official either ah.”
Du Chuan was getting exasperated, “Then you’re also a scumbag! Why haven’t you made it official!”
Mai Dong’s logic was clearer this time, “Because we’re still in the trial period. It’s better to make it official after it’s over, right? In case it’s embarrassing if the trial period doesn’t work out ya…”
Liu Hewei interjected, “So she’s testing you, huh? Why do I feel like you’re still being deceived?”
Hearing his roommate’s question, Mai Dong’s mind flashed back to Yan Xuming’s helpless words: “Mai Dong, this trial period is for you to deduct points for me.” At the time, he didn’t think much about it, too preoccupied with why there had to be a trial period. But now, as his roommate brought it up again, Mai Dong couldn’t help but feel moved by it in hindsight.
His heart started racing again, and his face was quietly turning red.
How could Yan Xuming casually say something so heartwarming? It wasn’t fair at all. It made Mai Dong seem like a clumsy child with a poor tongue.
Mai Dong was lost in thought, while his roommates observed his expression, reading it as a clear sign of a LOVE BRAIN in capital letters.
With sighs all around, they decided to just go about their own business. It seemed like communication wasn’t going to happen today, at least not effectively.
Mai Dong didn’t have a vase, so he decided to buy one tomorrow. He wasn’t even willing to wait for the delivery time. Today, he just placed the roses on the balcony, waiting to put them in the vase tomorrow. He took several pictures, only managing to get a satisfactory one after numerous attempts, before finally putting away his phone to write in his diary.
We’re sorry for MTLers or people who like using reading mode, but our translations keep getting stolen by aggregators so we’re going to bring back the copy protection. If you need to MTL please retype the gibberish parts.
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I really want to grow a bit taller. It would be more convenient to walk with him. I know he’s been slowing down to match my pace, T T but it’s a bit embarrassing. It’s like I have short legs, even though I’m 174 ah. I know 174 isn’t considered tall for guys, but it’s not as if I’m short-legged either!
So what exactly is the meaning of a trial period in love?
I can understand Du Chuan and their worries. I’m not angry that they insist my partner is a bad person; instead, they were a little… probably happy, right? They don’t want me to be deceived. Does that mean they consider me a friend? And their worries are all based on not knowing who he is, which can only be blamed on me. I didn’t have the courage to speak up. I’m afraid of the possible bad outcome. Speaking up would only add embarrassment and trouble.
I’ll definitely perform well during the trial period but to the extent of kissing under the dorm building… Help! I absolutely can’t do it, no matter what! What should I do? Although it’s true that couples often kiss under the dorm building, I really can’t do it ah ah ah! It’s not about how well we know each other or whether I don’t like him enough. It’s just that fundamentally, Mai Dong can’t do such things!
Mai Dong, you’re such an idiot! Why can’t you even do something like that!
T T
But I really can’t!
In early December, on Christmas Day, there was an event at school. I heard the student union had already begun preparations. In recent years, celebrating Christmas has become increasingly popular, and this year, the student union was planning a grand Christmas Wish Party.
Mai Dong heard about this from Du Chuan. His girlfriend is the president of the Hanfu Club, so she should know more about it.
It’s said that on Christmas Eve, there will be a huge Christmas tree on the field, surrounded by many wish walls. Everyone can prepare a card and write down their wishes on it. Maybe someone will help you make them come true.
“Who’s going to help me fulfill it, Santa Claus?” Wu Zimo asked.
“Me, your dad. Write down a wish that doesn’t exceed 20 yuan, and I’ll go pick it off for you when the time comes,” Du Chuan rolled his eyes.
“I don’t get it,” Wu Zimo asked again.
“Put simply, each person gets a card. Write your wish and your contact information on it, then hang it on the wish wall. It’s all public. If your wish is reasonable and you happen to catch the eye of a soft-hearted god, they might pick your card and help you fulfill your wish,” Du Chuan explained.
“Got it, it’s like a matchmaking corner,” Wu Zimo remarked.
“Hey, you hit the nail on the head. I said the same thing when I first heard about it,” the two laughed arrogantly. Wu Zimo had already started pondering his own wish, saying he wanted to write world peace, which is the most basic wish in the world.
Mai Dong was looking forward to this event and secretly sent a WeChat message to Yan Xuming.
Mai-zi: “I heard about the Christmas event.”
Yan Xuming: “En, want to participate?”
Mai-zi: “Yes!”
Yan Xuming: “We’re preparing. The student union activity room is assembling the Christmas tree. Wanna come to play?”
Mai-zi: “You guys are working. Is it okay for me to come over?”
Yan Xuming: “There’s nothing wrong with it. Come over. Take a few more wish cards.”
Mai-zi: “No need, no need, one is enough.”
This year, the temperature seems to be lower than usual. Entering December feels like crossing a threshold. Just a few days ago, I could still wander around in my autumn coat, but now, going out at night without a full set of scarf, gloves, and hat makes it feel like I can’t even move my legs because of the cold.
Mai Dong was followed by the delivery guy from the milk tea shop as they arrived at the student union activity room.
The air conditioning in the activity room was on full blast. As soon as they entered, they were enveloped in heat. Mai Dong’s voice was muffled by his scarf, so he didn’t dare to speak loudly. He tugged on Yan Xuming’s sleeve and whispered, “I bought milk tea for everyone. Can you tell them?”
Yan Xuming reached out to remove Mai Dong’s scarf. “Still wrapped up? Aren’t you hot?”
Mai Dong quickly raised his hand, feeling like the scarf was his armor. He didn’t know anyone from the student union, so it took a lot of courage for him to come here. He had hesitated and deliberated in the dormitory for a long time before finally succumbing to the temptation of assembling the Christmas tree with Yan Xuming and deciding to go out. Having his scarf removed and taking off his coat felt like being naked to him!
Mai Dong’s voice was muffled, making him sound timid, “Don’t take it off, I’m not hot.”
Yan Xuming seemed to not hear him, his actions much more forceful. He grabbed a corner of the scarf and pulled it down, causing Mai Dong to spin in place. When he spun back, the scarf was already in Yan Xuming’s hand.
Yan Xuming’s tone was unquestionable, “There’s air conditioning inside. You’ll catch a cold if you don’t take off your coat.”
“… Oh.” Mai Dong nodded and obediently started to take off his coat.
Yan Xuming took the box from the delivery guy’s hand, and everyone crowded around to pick their milk tea. It had just been made a few minutes ago, so it was all piping hot.
“Not bad ah, Yan ge. What’s up with you today? You even treat us to milk tea.”
“If you have a conscience, I almost turned into a popsicle walking over from the dorm!”
“Hey, do you have any sugar-free ones?”
Yan Xuming looked coldly at them as they laughed and picked their drinks. “Am I that generous? It wasn’t me who treated.”
Immediately, someone asked, “Then who’s the Bodhisattva who treated?”
Yan Xuming leaned against the table in the middle, half of his body turned back, looking at Mai Dong. “Come say hi?”
Mai Dong had just neatly folded his coat and placed it on the chair. He pointed to himself with a bewildered expression, making it clear, “Me?”
Yan Xuming raised an eyebrow.
Mai Dong felt like crying but had no tears. Wasn’t it because he felt embarrassed to say hi that he let Yan Xuming distribute the milk tea? How could this person be like this! If he had known, he wouldn’t have bothered buying the milk tea. Sneaking in quietly might have attracted less attention to himself.
Mai Dong’s limbs stiffened, and it took him a lot of effort to put a polite smile on his face. He shuffled over to Yan Xuming’s side. “Uh… Hello, everyone. I’m Mai Dong. It’s cold today, so I bought some milk tea for everyone.”
“Xueshen! You actually know Yan Xuming ah? I had no idea!”
“Hello, hello! You’re welcome to join us ah. Make yourself at home, we all know you.”
“Thanks for the milk tea, xueshen. Next time we have a gathering, can you come along too?”
“Wait, Yan ge, aren’t you going to introduce us? You know Mai Dong ah?”
Yan Xuming’s posture was relaxed as he leaned against the edge of the table, and he leaned even more towards Mai Dong after he stood next to him. Because they were pressed together, Mai Dong clearly felt Yan Xuming lightly chuckle after hearing the question, and then he spoke, “Mai Dong and I have known each other for quite a while. He’s my…”
“Friend!” Mai Dong blurted out, feeling like he had stepped on a tail, abruptly interrupting Yan Xuming’s words. In that instant, his mouth was quicker than his brain. He regretted it immediately after saying it. They were already in the trial period, so why did he still do something like not admitting his identity ah! Wouldn’t he get deducted for this?!
As expected, Yan Xuming paused for a moment, then slowly spoke, his tone filled with indiscernible emotions, “Oh, then just friends.”
NOOOOOO he’s too scared
😭😭I can’t really blame mai dong for saying “friend” since yk 🥹
It isn’t easy for MD :<
Thank You for the new chapter ( ∩ˇωˇ∩)♡
Thank you for the chapter! 🫶
At this moment Mai Dong looks more like jerk, to be honest) He doesn’t say the name of his partner, doesn’t tell clearly his roommates that the person he dated is not bad person, he keeps their relationship in secret right Infront of his partner. Not ideal as every human! Cool as a character
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