Pursuing Her Best Friend after Confession Failed-Chapter 377 - 163: Water Magic Research, New Bookmark Sale_4

If he weren't concerned that Bai Weixi's parents were still awake, Li Yuan would have snuck out long ago.

He became so engrossed in his writing that time flew by. Before he knew it, Bai Weixi could wait no longer and came to the study seeking comfort.

Bai Weixi whispered into Li Yuan's ear, "Honey, go take a shower first."

Li Yuan's eyes lit up. He hugged Bai Weixi and said with a mischievous smile, "Bai, let's go together. We can research a bit of Water Magic while we're at it."

Bai Weixi asked in confusion, "Honey, what is Water Magic?"

Li Yuan chuckled and whispered an explanation in her ear.

Instantly, Bai Weixi's cheeks turned crimson, and she playfully pounded his chest with her small fists.

"You naughty husband... but I love it."

...

In the bathroom, the gush of the shower mixed with peculiar slapping sounds for nearly an hour, occasionally punctuated by Bai Weixi chanting Water Magic spells…

"Honey, this Water Magic is so hard to learn. The spells are really difficult to pronounce."

"Everything is difficult at first. You just need to learn and practice more. Water Magic is a major discipline among the magical arts, its uses are incredibly broad, and it's widely popular among magic enthusiasts."

"With the intelligence that got you into a 985 university, learning Water Magic spells should be so easy."

"Mhm, but Water Magic has higher physical demands."

"Bai, didn't you used to dance? This is a piece of cake for you. Come on, let's try a different way…"

"Mm-ha! Honey, you're right. Water Magic really is interesting."

"Bai, this house is a bit small. The bathroom is too cramped to practice all the different kinds of Water Magic. Once we move to a bigger house, the results will be much better."

"Honey, this house is already wonderful! Do we really need a bigger one?"

"Yes, I'm planning on it. After I earn a bit more money, we'll get a bigger place. We can go look at houses together then…"

"Honey, don't put so much pressure on yourself. You're already doing an amazing, amazing job."

"When you say 'amazing job,' what are you referring to? I'm mediocre at making money, but my research into various types of magic is decent, wouldn't you say?"

...

In the adjacent bedroom, Yang Jinyu, who had already fallen asleep, opened her eyes in puzzlement.

Huh? Is that sound coming from the bathroom? Who takes a shower for that long? It's been almost an hour. Don't tell me it's that silly girl and Little Li? Ah, to be young…

But listening closely, she understood the source of the noise. She scoffed, and this time, she skipped eavesdropping altogether and burrowed straight under her covers.

The next morning, after another round of morning exercise, Li Yuan looked at the drowsy Bai Weixi, said goodbye to Bai Tianqi and his wife, and drove off.

Arriving back at Jinxiu Villas, Li Yuan went home to change into some formal clothes and get his hair styled. He had a television interview today, so he had to dress sharply and look like a sophisticated, charismatic young man.

When Li Yuan entered the house, he noticed Xia Zhijin wasn't home. Only Li Zixia was still lazing about in bed.

"Li Zixia, where's Zhijin?"

Li Zixia rubbed her eyes. Seeing Li Yuan, she asked quizzically, "Bro, didn't you tell me to go see Weixi today? I told Zhijin, and she got up early and left for your university."

Li Yuan nodded. "You're a big girl now and you're still sleeping in? It's already eight-thirty. Get up and tidy up the house."

Li Zixia grumbled reluctantly, "Hmph, I know. You just love exploiting child labor."

Li Yuan didn't bother responding. He'd nearly spoiled his sister rotten lately, and she had become much livelier as a result. Before coming to Modu, she had been much more obedient, diligent, and sweet.

After quickly freshening up, Li Yuan put on a slim-fit Armani suit and grabbed the keys to his Lamborghini.

"Zixia, be good and spend the day with Weixi. I've got things to do."

Still in her pajamas, Li Zixia watched the meticulously dressed Li Yuan with sleepy eyes, which suddenly lit up. She clicked her tongue in admiration.

"Big bro, when did you buy this outfit? You look super handsome in it."

Li Yuan looked at himself in the full-length mirror and nodded in satisfaction. Zhong Tingyue had helped him pick out this outfit when they had gone shopping together. Of the four women he was intimate with, aside from Little Fish, whom he'd never gone shopping with, Zhong Tingyue had the best taste. The clothes she chose for him always made him look exceptionally sharp.

"Big bro, you're dressed so sharply. You aren't sneaking off to go on a date with another girl, are you?" Li Zixia asked suspiciously. "You already have two supreme beauties, Zhijin and Weixi. Surely you don't have other sisters-in-law, do you?"

Li Yuan gave a sheepish smile and viciously ruffled her hair. "Getting bold, aren't we, Li Zixia? Are you trying to manage your big brother now?"

Li Zixia stared seriously at her philandering brother and offered a sincere plea. "Bro, having Zhijin and Weixi is truly enough. Can you please stop being such a playboy? You're making me scared to ever fall in love."

Li Yuan's eyebrow twitched. He glared at her and said sternly, "You're so young and already thinking about falling in love? You'd better not even think about it, ever. Just be an old maid that nobody wants and stay with Mom and Dad for the rest of your life."

Li Zixia nodded. "Bro, you used to be my perfect idol. Now that you're a womanizer, I don't believe in love anymore. You'll just have to support me from now on."

"Fine by me. I'll support you. I'll fatten you up into a two-hundred-pound pig."

Noticing his sister's gradually increasing weight, Li Yuan couldn't help but add, "Li Zixia, you've gained a lot of weight compared to when you were back home. It's time to start a diet. You should learn from your sisters-in-law; their figures are much better than yours."

"You stupid brother! What do you know?" Li Zixia's face flushed. She shot him a glare and ran into her bedroom.

Li Yuan felt baffled. He put on his new sunglasses, picked up an LV men's bag, and took the elevator down to the parking garage.

Looking at the Lamborghini that had been gathering dust for several days, Li Yuan felt an itch he couldn't resist. The BMW X6 was better for one thing—testing the shock absorption—but in every other aspect, it couldn't compare to the Lamborghini.

Just as Li Yuan was about to start the engine, his gaze fell on the car in the adjacent spot: a Porsche 911, which was also quite an eye-catcher in the underground garage.

Looking at Zhong Tingyue's sports car, Li Yuan shook his head, wondering if she would ever be able to accept this reality.

The engine roared to life. Li Yuan, wearing his sunglasses, drove the Lamborghini with the windows down, attracting many stares along the way. While waiting at a red light, a few bold young women even came up to ask for his contact information.

Li Yuan glanced at them and saw they couldn't hold a candle to Zhong Tingyue and the others. He decisively refused and, with a WHOOSH, sped off, disappearing in an instant.

...

The book signing event was held at the Yuandian Web building and was set up to be quite a grand affair.

By the time Li Yuan arrived, a large crowd of readers had already gathered.