Lin Jingchu suppressed his jealousy and looked at her deeply. "She likes going to Disneyland."
"Ah, then she's just like me." Although Lin Jingchu's words were already so direct, Jiang Yuekai still hadn't expected that this person was her. She was still worried, "But won't Gu Jiang find Disneyland a bit boring?"
"As long as you like it," seeing Jiang Yuekai caring so much about Gu Jiang's feelings, Lin Jingchu's tone became uncontrollably sour. "If he really likes you, he'll accept your preferences. If he can't even accept this, he has no right to say he likes you."
This time, Jiang Yuekai finally noticed something was wrong with Lin Jingchu. "You're so fierce."
Reminded by her, Lin Jingchu realized his tone had been a bit intense. He explained, "This is the truth. Think about it yourself if what I said is right."
"It's quite right," Jiang Yuekai could accept his words. "But... I've noticed that you don't seem to like Gu Jiang very much."
In Jiang Yuekai's memory, Lin Jingchu had a very good temper. At least, throughout her childhood, she had never seen Lin Jingchu openly quarrel with anyone, nor had she seen him hold such strong opinions about anyone. When Gu Jiang was mentioned, his eyes were cold, as if Gu Jiang had offended him in some way.
Lin Jingchu believed he had been sufficiently calm, but he hadn't expected Jiang Yuekai to see through him. After a pause, he finally said, "I just..."
"You're worried about me, I understand, I understand." Jiang Yuekai had already guessed Lin Jingchu's intention. "Just like my dad, afraid I'll be taken advantage of, afraid I'll be deceived. You're my brother, it's normal."
Jiang Yuekai didn't suspect Lin Jingchu because of this; she even understood him. However, Lin Jingchu couldn't bring himself to smile.
Jiang Yuekai added, "Gu Jiang is a very good person. He's well-mannered and respects others. You don't need to worry."
She was speaking up for Gu Jiang again, with praise for him in every word. Lin Jingchu subconsciously asked, "What about me? What do you think of me?"
"Of course, you're also very good." Jiang Yuekai said without hesitation. "You're handsome, have a good temper, are loyal to your friends, and are intelligent. You're the most perfect guy I've ever met."
Jiang Yuekai was never stingy with her praise for Lin Jingchu. After hearing her compliments, Lin Jingchu was momentarily unsure whether he should be happy or sad.
In her heart, he was such a perfect person, yet she didn't love him.
Jiang Yuekai didn't know Lin Jingchu's inner thoughts. She continued, "Your girlfriend will definitely be very happy in the future."
Lin Jingchu could only nod, unsure how to respond for a long time. Meanwhile, Jiang Yuekai, holding her phone, continued chatting with Gu Jiang. After they agreed to go to Disneyland, Jiang Yuekai began preparing to go out.
"I'm going out soon. Are you going home?" Jiang Yuekai asked Lin Jingchu.
Lin Jingchu knew clearly that Jiang Yuekai was asking him to leave because she was eager to go on a date. Although he was displeased, he didn't take it out on Jiang Yuekai. "I have nothing to do. I'll drive you there later."
Jiang Yuekai didn't suspect anything and agreed. She then went upstairs to change. Lin Jingchu waited downstairs, his mood very complicated.
What was it like to drive the girl he liked to a date with another guy?
Although Jiang Yuekai was going on a date with Gu Jiang, she didn't dress up elaborately. Since they were going to an amusement park, she changed into a comfortable outfit – a light-colored tracksuit, her hair tied up, making her look young and sunny. She wasn't eighteen yet, and she should indeed look like this.
Jiang Yuekai put on her backpack and went out with Lin Jingchu. As they walked into the villa's courtyard, they happened to run into Lan Lan and Liang Yufeng, who were returning from a walk.
Seeing them come out together, Lan Lan asked, "Is Jingchu taking Yuekai out to play?"
Lan Lan was somewhat pleased. If they interacted more, perhaps feelings would develop. Lin Jingchu had grown up under her care, and in every aspect, he met her standards for a son-in-law...
However, Jiang Yuekai's answer disappointed Lan Lan. "I have a date with Gu Jiang at Disneyland. Jingchu Ge is driving me there."
As soon as she said this, Lan Lan and Liang Yufeng looked at Lin Jingchu in unison. His expression was normal, showing no anger or jealousy.
This, however, made Lan Lan feel even more sympathetic. But Jiang Yuekai, being so slow, didn't notice anything. Lan Lan and Liang Yufeng could only watch the two leave.
After returning home, Lan Lan sighed, "Jingchu is truly a great victim."
Liang Yufeng remained silent. He thought that boys of this age would have some possessiveness, and Lin Jingchu, being Xing Zheng's son, was like father, like son, and should have inherited this trait.
But he hadn't expected Lin Jingchu to behave so "generously."
"Our Yuekai, usually so smart, why is she suddenly so slow when it comes to relationships?" Lan Lan was anxious. Lin Jingchu had never expressed his feelings to Jiang Yuekai, and Jiang Yuekai's slow reaction would surely mean she wouldn't guess that Lin Jingchu had romantic feelings for her.
"She's still young," Liang Yufeng said. "She's always seen Jingchu as an older brother and wouldn't think of anything else."
Lan Lan nodded. That was true; Jiang Yuekai was only seventeen and didn't think as much as they, the elders, did. She just felt sorry for Lin Jingchu, who had harbored a secret crush for so many years, only for Jiang Yuekai to fall for another boy, and he was even driving her to the date.
It was Jiang Yuekai's first date with Gu Jiang, and she was both excited and nervous. On the way, she was almost constantly texting Gu Jiang and didn't pay attention to Lin Jingchu. Lin Jingchu gripped the steering wheel tighter, his gaze occasionally falling on the girl texting beside him.
Jiang Yuekai and Gu Jiang agreed to meet at the entrance of Disneyland. After Lin Jingchu parked the car, Jiang Yuekai saw Gu Jiang. She got out of the car and walked towards him.
Lin Jingchu followed her out and felt a sting seeing them standing together, chatting and laughing.
"I've already bought the tickets, let's first..." Gu Jiang hadn't finished speaking when he saw Lin Jingchu suddenly appear.
Gu Jiang had already listed Lin Jingchu as a love rival in his heart. Seeing him appear, he naturally wouldn't have a good expression.
Lin Jingchu also felt his hostility, but his gaze didn't linger on Gu Jiang. Lin Jingchu handed Jiang Yuekai her earphones. "You left in too much of a hurry, your earphones fell out. Here."
Jiang Yuekai then realized and took them. "Thank you, Jingchu Ge!"
Lin Jingchu replied with a "Mm," and gently said to her, "Go have fun."
Then, Jiang Yuekai took Gu Jiang and left. Lin Jingchu remained in place, watching the two enter the park before getting into his car and driving away.
Because of Lin Jingchu's appearance, Gu Jiang's mood was not good. After entering the park, he feigned casualness and asked Jiang Yuekai, "Why did he drive you here?"
Jiang Yuekai replied, "He went to my house this morning, so he just gave me a ride. What's wrong?"
Jiang Yuekai didn't think there was anything wrong with it. Lin Jingchu had often visited her house since he was little, and she often played at Lin Jingchu's house too. However, Gu Jiang felt an increased sense of crisis.
"Does he often go to your house?" That meant he was already very familiar with Jiang Yuekai's parents. Gu Jiang became even more displeased.