Because of My Stupidity, I Became a Timid Vampire

Chapter 176 : A New Beginning

The phrase "tangled thoughts" couldn't be more fitting to describe He Pingge's current state of mind. She sat there in a daze, her brain filled with all sorts of chaotic thoughts, yet she couldn't manage to string her thoughts together into a coherent logical thread.

She liked Xifeng, had genuinely liked her from a very young age, and the feelings and effort she had devoted to Xifeng were beyond words. But all of this had already vanished into smoke under Xifeng's rejection.

Some say that love is selfish, but He Pingge didn't agree with this. She felt that if someone truly loved another person, then they would become selfless.

Because she liked Xifeng, she would let go. Forced melons aren't sweet—if she forcibly interfered in their relationship, not only would she fail to win Xifeng's heart, but she might even be resented for life.

So what should she do from now on... where should she go?

For a moment, He Pingge fell into confusion about the future. She had worked so hard for so long just to come to Crescent City and stay by Xifeng's side. Having lost this direction, what reason did she have to remain in unfamiliar Crescent City?

Various thoughts tangled in her heart, making He Pingge feel inexplicably irritated. At this moment, movement beside her pulled her attention back to reality.

He Pingge looked down to see that Su Weiai had already awakened leisurely. Their eyes met, and He Pingge's expression suddenly became awkward, but Su Weiai didn't mind at all. She showed a gentle smile full of encouragement and got off the bed.

"I'm going to wash up."

Leaving these words behind, Su Weiai walked toward the bathroom, leaving He Pingge alone in place with even more tangled thoughts.

Having only known each other for less than two days, the two had already shared a bed—this kind of bold and open behavior was completely unimaginable for the former He Pingge.

Since they had booked a twin room rather than a couple's suite, the room had two single beds. Though two girls squeezing into one bed wasn't impossible, it was somewhat cramped, and various physical contact throughout the night was inevitable. Thinking back on it now brought another wave of embarrassment. He Pingge couldn't imagine how Su Weiai managed to remain so calm about it.

"Want to go eat breakfast?" came the sound of running water and Su Weiai's voice from the bathroom. "It's almost 8 o'clock now. If we don't go soon, the free breakfast will be over."

He Pingge was stunned for a moment, then replied, "...Alright."

"Then get up quickly."

"Mm."

Picking up the clothes beside her and putting them on, He Pingge felt she no longer recognized herself. Today she was confused, lost, and dejected—was this still the same her who used to wear an energetic smile every day and face everything with a cheerful attitude?

Moreover, in front of Su Weiai, she seemed exactly like a child being taken care of, yet age-wise, she was actually two years older than Su Weiai. This made her feel somewhat ashamed.

Aside from those simple youth hostels, most proper hotels provide free breakfast the next morning. Though the dishes offered are generally not very rich and can't compare to eating outside, they're convenient—usually just requiring going up or down stairs.

After washing up, the two walked side by side to the hotel's dining hall.

"Wow, this dining hall is much better than I imagined." Su Weiai looked at the dazzling array of various foods arranged in four full rows and made a surprised sound.

There were both conventional home-style breakfast items like porridge, steamed buns, dumplings, and eggs, as well as various light side dishes suitable for breakfast consumption, plus foods catering to special preferences like sushi, pastries, and fried chicken. It was even self-service—quite good for a hotel's free breakfast.

"You go sit first. What would you like to eat? I'll get it for you." As she spoke, Su Weiai walked first to where the tableware was placed and picked up two plates.

"No need, I'll get it myself. It's not convenient for you to carry two portions alone." He Pingge quickly said, stepping forward to take the plate from Su Weiai's hand.

"Alright then." Su Weiai nodded and didn't insist further.

Taking two steamed buns, a cup of milk, an egg, and a banana, He Pingge turned around and immediately saw Su Weiai, who had already found a seat not far away, waving at her.

Placing her plate on the table, He Pingge looked at Su Weiai's plate, which was roughly similar to hers—all high-nutrition, low-calorie foods. After all, both were teenage girls who still paid some attention to their figures.

"Where are you from?"

To prevent the atmosphere from remaining awkward, Su Weiai searched for topics they could chat about.

"Autumn Maple City."

"Autumn Maple City..." Su Weiai raised her head in a thoughtful pose. "I remember now—that's really far."

He Pingge nodded. "Yes, quite far. It takes almost three hours by plane."

"How long are you planning to stay in Autumn Maple City?"

Because the two were so similar, empathizing with each other, Su Weiai easily guessed that He Pingge had come to Crescent City for Xifeng's sake, so she skillfully avoided this awkward point.

"Two weeks to two months, not fixed." He Pingge rolled the egg on the table a few times, and the eggshell naturally separated from the egg white. "Since I've already decided to attend university in Crescent City, how long I stay specifically depends on whether I can find suitable work-study jobs here."

Having filled all six choices with universities in Crescent City, even if she couldn't get into Crescent University of Technology, He Pingge would definitely be attending university in Crescent City.

"I see." Su Weiai watched He Pingge's delicate hands skillfully peeling the eggshell and smiled slightly, then asked, "Have you found a place to stay yet?"

"..."

Her movements paused. He Pingge's hands stopped peeling the eggshell. She opened her mouth, hesitating to speak, and finally said in a dry voice, "No."

For the past two days, He Pingge had been staying at Xifeng's place, and her things had been organized—she had settled down. But after what happened, continuing to live in such a place would only add embarrassment and trouble. She planned to move out and rent her own room after going back.

Since she had decided to leave, He Pingge was temporarily homeless, so it wasn't exactly lying.

"In that case..." Su Weiai picked up the cup containing milk and took a sip, smiling. "Want to come stay at my place?"

"Your place?" Su Weiai was stunned. "Where is your home?"

"Also in Tianshui District, not far away. It's a three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment where I usually stay during classes. Just me alone. If you don't mind, you can move in and live with me."

"..." After bowing her head in silence for a while, He Pingge raised her head and said as if possessed, "Then I'll respectfully accept your kind offer."

"Good, I'll take you to see it after we go back."

"Mm... Oh, right."

"What is it?"

"That cup of milk you're drinking... is mine."

"Ah! Sorry, sorry! I took the wrong one!"

"It's fine, it's fine... We've already kissed, why would I mind this?"

"..."