Su Xiaotian said in surprise, "Brother Yiyuan, the portions are so generous, can we finish them?"
They said the food at school was affordable, and seeing it today, that statement was indeed true.
She heard that the country subsidized schools significantly each year, and Beijing University was truly honest, perhaps all of it was being channeled into the cafeteria!
"It's fine, didn't we bring lunchboxes? We can take the leftovers back!" Chi Yiyuan appeared indifferent, smiling at Su Xiaotian.
As he grew older, Chi Yiyuan's feelings for Su Xiaotian were no longer as pure as they once were.
He knew very well what he wanted.
However, the little girl was still too young, so he could only suppress his emotions to avoid scaring her.
He would quietly stay by her side, waiting for her to grow up bit by bit!
He himself didn't realize that at this very moment, his eyes were filled with deep affection.
The two of them weren't speaking loudly, but Qi Xiaofang and her companions were sitting right beside them.
Qi Xiaofang happened to overhear their conversation and almost blurted out, "If you can't finish it, you can share it with me, I can eat a lot!"
Fortunately, Qi Xiaofang still had some sense and forcefully suppressed her urge to step forward.
Yin Ruyun felt uneasy looking at Chi Yiyuan's eyes.
From their way of addressing each other, she sensed that they weren't biological siblings. Then what was their relationship?
Could they be cousins?
A brother who doted on his sister like this made her feel as if a hundred claws were scratching at her heart, causing immense discomfort.
At that moment, she even felt as if something of hers had been snatched away, making her incredibly sad.
This boy was hers, and in the future, he would only be good to her.
Even his own sister couldn't occupy a place in his heart, let alone someone who wasn't his sister, who was even less deserving!
If Chi Yiyuan knew what Yin Ruyun was thinking, he would surely retort, "Are you crazy! If you're sick, go get treatment!"
Yin Ruyun couldn't help herself any longer. She elegantly stood up, flicked her hair, and put on a charming and gentle demeanor as she approached them.
"Xiaotian, what a coincidence, meeting you in the cafeteria."
Yin Ruyun forced a smile, showing a friendly gesture to Su Xiaotian.
However, if one looked closely, they would see that although she was speaking to Su Xiaotian, her gaze was fixed on Chi Yiyuan.
The affection in her eyes was completely unhidden.
Su Xiaotian had originally thought that Yin Ruyun wouldn't approach them proactively.
Who would have thought that this person would be so shameless.
Su Xiaotian rolled her eyes internally. Didn't this person know it was impolite to interrupt others while they were eating?
Their dishes had already been served. Was she planning to join them now?
In the countryside, only those who intended to freeload would choose to disturb others during their meal!
Yin Ruyun was indeed thinking exactly that. She wished she could merge their two tables into one.
However, it wasn't for the sake of the two dishes on their table, but to get closer and closer to the boy she admired.
She thought this and said it aloud.
"Xiaotian, look, it's fate that we've met in the cafeteria. Why don't we sit together? That way, we can free up seats for others!"
Her words were indeed very pleasant, as if she were considering others.
However, if she could have slightly restrained the possessiveness in her eyes, her words would have been more convincing.
Su Xiaotian had no intention of indulging Yin Ruyun.
Why should she merge tables just because Yin Ruyun wanted her to?
Heaven knew what this woman was truly thinking.
It was best to stay away from such people.
Su Xiaotian's only thought now was to remain unfazed.
No matter what her intentions were, the answer was simply no.
However, she needed a good reason to refuse.
Su Xiaotian surveyed the cafeteria. The tables were either for four or six people. If there were more people, they wouldn't fit.
She and Chi Yiyuan had arrived early and had taken a table for six.
If she had known, she would have found a table for four to avoid this trouble.
Just then, Su Xiaotian saw Chu Yue and the others getting their food!
"I'm really sorry, but there are already five people at our table. With you joining, there won't be enough space."
Su Xiaotian smiled insincerely, but in a way that no one could fault.
They could bicker as much as they wanted in the dorm, but this was outside. If she were to be completely ruthless, with Yin Ruyun's "white lotus" act, she would probably be criticized.
On the principle of avoiding trouble, Su Xiaotian decided not to make a scene with Yin Ruyun outside for the time being.
As expected, a hint of grievance immediately appeared on Yin Ruyun's face. Her beautiful large eyes filled with mist, as if she were about to cry.
Chi Yiyuan saw this and couldn't help but frown. Was this girl crazy?
She was just being refused a shared table, and she acted as if someone was bullying her!
Especially when Chi Yiyuan saw Su Xiaotian having to compromise and pretend to be happy, he felt even more uncomfortable.
Their many brothers protected their little sister, never letting her suffer, so why should she be bullied by some clueless woman?
Such a girl was truly disgusting!
Since he already found Yin Ruyun disgusting, Chi Yiyuan didn't want to see her anymore!
"Classmate, if you have nothing else, please move aside. We're going to eat!" Chi Yiyuan said coldly.
Having finally heard the boy she admired speak to her, only to say something like this, Yin Ruyun felt her heart shatter into pieces.
She gently placed her fair hand on her chest, appearing as if she were about to fall.
Alas, her dramatic pose was destined to go unnoticed.
Of course, even if it were noticed, no one would care.
Su Xiaotian's gaze shifted to Chu Yue's trio, who were still in line. At this moment, the three of them had already gotten their food.
Each of them carried a lunchbox and was looking for seats.
Clearly, these three were different from Yin Ruyun and her companions. When looking for seats, they deliberately chose ones farther away from Chi Yiyuan and Su Xiaotian.
However, many people were already dining, and most seats were occupied, making it difficult to find a place.
The three of them were discussing whether to take their food back to the dorm to eat.
Su Xiaotian eagerly ran over to call them.
"Chu Yue, Hongmei, Yan An, come sit here!" Su Xiaotian smiled radiantly, waving vigorously at the three of them as she ran towards them.
The three exchanged glances. What was going on?
They already had plans, so why were they being asked to join them for a meal?
Was it convenient to eat with strangers?
"Xiaotian, perhaps we shouldn't join you. It might be inconvenient!" Dong Yan'an said hesitantly.