Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared

Chapter 743 - 743 I can barely stand it anymore

743: I can barely stand it anymore.

743: I can barely stand it anymore.

As soon as he returned to the city where he lived, Gu Fan hadn’t even warmed his couch when he saw Qian Ye push the door open in a huff, then sit down.

With a frustrated look on his face, he immediately gave Gu Fan a bad premonition.

“What’s wrong?

What happened that has you so upset?

Did someone bully you?

What did you do to that person?

Surely you didn’t create any trouble, did you?”

In response, Qian Ye glared at Gu Fan and started accusing.

“You have the nerve to ask?

Aren’t you the one supposed to take care of me at this stage?

Where have you been for the past few days?”

Gu Fan was also helpless.

“I have no choice.

Taking care of you costs money.

My private stash and the funds saved to court my wife have all been spent on you, so I had to go out and earn money.

Please quickly, tell me what happened.”

Qian Ye, not willing to discuss it, rubbed his temple before he said, “I spent last night at Lin Xi’s home.

As per your instructions, I talked less, did more.

Whatever Lin Xi’s parents said, I followed.”

“Exactly, was there a problem?” Gu Fan was very anxious, fearing that he really had screwed things up.

Qian Ye looked quite annoyed.

“I just wore one of Lin Xi’s clothes that she doesn’t usually wear, and Lin Xi’s mom scolded me, saying it revealed too much.

She even hit my buttock, I could barely stand it.”

Hearing this, Gu Fan was speechless.

He had heard from Lin Xi that her parents were pretty strict, but they loved her dearly, fearing she would get bullied outside.

Qian Ye was agitated.

“You know what, Gu Fan.

Lin Xi’s parents interrogated me last night about where I’ve been and whom I’ve been with these few days?

Without a proper explanation, they wouldn’t let it go.

Luckily, we had prepared in advance and had brought Su Hui and Gu Ling into the picture, otherwise we couldn’t so easily pass their scrutiny.

If I were to live with Lin Xi’s parents any longer, I fear I’d be driven to insanity.”

To this, Gu Fan’s brows furrowed.

“Qian Ye, isn’t this what you always wished for?”

Hearing this, Qian Ye nearly rolled his eyes.

“Yes, I wished for parents and a warm family, where parents open the door for me whenever I return home, prepare a table full of good food.

But the problem is that those are Lin Xi’s parents, with whom I have no emotional connections.”

“Alright, alright.

You got to experience what it’s like to be disciplined by parents.

You might have complaints, but you have to continue playing the role of Lin Xi.” Gu Fan said, demonstrating a sort of resigned expression.

Qian Ye was unhappy.

“You make it sound so easy.

Don’t you realize that there’s a limit to human patience?

If I can’t stand it anymore, don’t blame me.”

“Cut it out.

Lin Xi is also dealing with a lot of big issues.

Maybe she’s even more stressed than you.” What Gu Fan said was reasonable, giving Qian Ye a reason to persevere, but Qian Ye still felt aggrieved.

At that moment, the door was knocked.

Gu Fan went to open the door, only to see Lu Yi, which gave him a bad feeling.

“What’s the matter, don’t you welcome me in?” Lu Yi said as he brushed past Gu Fan and walked straight into the house, noticing Qian Ye.

Unable to stop himself, he exclaimed, “I see why you hesitated to let me in.

You’re hiding a jewel in your golden house, aren’t you?

I must have interrupted your romantic time.

Don’t worry, I’ll leave right now.”

“That’s good, I hope you keep your word.” Gu Fan truly hoped that Lu Yi would leave before he said something wrong.

Lu Yi was not pleased.

“What’s that supposed to mean?

Dude, you can’t favor romance over friendship.

I just arrived and you want me to leave.

Aren’t you tired of being affectionate all day?”

After hearing this, Gu Fan hurriedly explained.

“You’ve misunderstood.

Lin Xi and I were just about to go out, we have to go elsewhere, so it’s not a good time for you to visit.”

“Where are you going?

You’re rushing so much, you’re not going to register, get a marriage certificate, then check into a hotel, right?

I know a great hotel, affordable and good environment, specifically catered for youngsters like you.” Lu Yi’s talk was becoming more and more outrageous.

Gu Fan couldn’t take any more of it: “Alright, dude, thanks for your consideration.

But we’re really in a hurry.”

“Alright then, I’m going.” Lu Yi suddenly noticed the unhappy expression on Qian Ye’s face, and he frowned.

“What’s wrong Lin Xi, have you been overworking recently?

Why do I feel you’ve aged about ten years all of a sudden?”

Qian Ye didn’t say a word, appearing like he wanted to ignore him.

Lu Yi felt something was not right.

“What’s wrong Lin Xi?

You’re acting like you don’t see me.

I haven’t offended you recently.

You’re unhappy.

It must be Gu Fan annoying you.”

“Please, that’s not the case.” Gu Fan began pushing Lu Yi out, hoping that he would shut up and leave soon.

“It’s normal for a couple to fight, what’s the worry?

After all, it’s true love between you two.” Lu Yi felt he was Gu Fan’s best friend, so naturally he felt obligated to worry about Gu Fan’s happiness, and decided to stay and mediate.

Tired of Lu Yi’s endless chatter, Qian Ye could no longer bear it and cast a spell to summon a Strong Wind, which blew Lu Yi flying out.

Seeing Lu Yi almost falling into a ditch, Gu Fan began to sweat for him.

He then turned his head and took a glance, his face turning serious.

Feeling Gu Fan’s gaze upon her, Qian Ye grew even more irritated.

“What are you looking at?

Never seen a beauty before?

Believe it or not, I’ll throw you out too.”

But Gu Fan wasn’t scared.

Instead, he turned solemn.

Lu Yi’s words reminded him that the actual age gap between Lin Xi and Qian Ye was about ten years.

If Lin Xi had just graduated, that means Qian Ye was like Lin Xi ten years after graduation—no more youthful exuberance and looking not too young anymore.

Gu Fan was a bit worried.

If Lu Yi could notice, then Lin Xi’s parents would likely also realize that their daughter looked a lot older.

After a long period of interaction, they might become even more suspicious if this person really was their daughter.

“Qian Ye, have Lin Xi’s parents been asking you probing questions recently?” Gu Fan’s question got Qian Ye worried.

“Not yet, are you worried that…”

“Yes, it’s my oversight.

I thought you looked identical to Lin Xi, and wouldn’t be much different.

But there’s a difference in temperament.” Gu Fan sighed, realizing his mistake.

He shouldn’t have been so wishful, but it may still be possible to rectify it.

He came up with a solution—get some money for Qian Ye to do some rejuvenating cosmetic procedures.

Though it was Gu Fan’s good intention, it made Qian Ye even more upset.

“What do you mean?

You also think I’m old?

Believe it or not, I’ll burn down your darn house.”