Chapter 289 Chapter 288 It'S Windy, Lean Into My Arms
Chapter 288 It'S Windy, Lean Into My Arms
Time rewinds to the morning.
Unlike Fang Ning, who felt lonely at home, Su Tao's mood brightened the moment she stepped outside.
Just the two of them going out.
A full-day date!
And it was Xiao Cheng who initiated it!
Ever since she woke up in the hospital with amnesia and until she could get out of bed and walk normally, this was the first time she had actively suggested going out to play.
Although they had been shopping at the hospital last time, her state of mind was different now, and Xiao Cheng's condition was also different.
As soon as they stepped outside, Su Tao eagerly shared her itinerary for the day, saying to Chi Xiaocheng, "Xiao Cheng, let's grab some breakfast first, then head to the park to soak up the sun and see if there's anything fun. Around noon, we'll check out that cafe near the school, the one that Dongfang Yang opened."
"After lunch, we'll rest for a bit, and then go for a check-up at the hospital after two o'clock to confirm your physical condition. Afterwards, we can wander around the shopping mall. In the evening, after watching the fireworks show, we can catch a movie. There's a Lunar New Year film called 'Meow Stars vs. Godzilla' that's getting rave reviews."
"What do you think?"
The itinerary was well-planned, but Chi Xiaocheng was also a little surprised. During the Lunar New Year, there were many high-interest activities, but Su Tao hadn't chosen any of them.
She had also heard that the west side of the city was preparing for Valentine's Day in two days, with a large square and nearby malls holding grand couple-themed events.
There were many things to do. Chi Xiaocheng had long seen many bloggers sharing their guides on Little Red Book, thinking of hinting at it today and then going to play with Tao Tao in two days.
This girl hadn't considered the west side square at all in her itinerary today.
In fact, Su Tao knew about the couple-themed events on the west side.
If she could go there and interact with Xiao Cheng more, perhaps it could help her recall some things from the past.
But…
Su Tao didn't dare to go.
Her relationship with Xiao Cheng had recovered relatively quickly, but she could sense that there wasn't much "love" in Xiao Cheng's emotions, more like normal friends, close girlfriends, or sisters.
She was afraid that going there would lead to Xiao Cheng misunderstanding, backfiring.
There was another reason…
She was broke.
She didn't have to work at the cafe during the Lunar New Year, and she tried to find some part-time work online, but after being scammed out of 50 yuan, she gave up on that path.
If Dongfang Yang hadn't given her a 500 yuan Lunar New Year red envelope yesterday, she might have had to temporarily use her savings to buy groceries.
She couldn't afford to spend money at couple-themed venues!
Chi Xiaocheng didn't understand Su Tao's thoughts, assuming she might have other plans, and readily agreed to her itinerary, "Whatever Su Tao says."
"Okay, let's go get breakfast first."
Su Tao led the way to a breakfast shop that wasn't too far away and had excellent flavor, ordering two bowls of lean meat congee and a basket of soup dumplings.
Considering Chi Xiaocheng's health, Su Tao also ordered an extra egg.
After the breakfast arrived, she took off her gloves and noticed that Chi Xiaocheng was rubbing her pink fingertips. She silently took off her own gloves and peeled an egg for her while it was still hot.
When they were ready to leave after finishing breakfast, Su Tao handed a pair of her gloves to Chi Xiaocheng, "You didn't say anything even though your hands were freezing red. Wear these."
Chi Xiaocheng made a fist with her small hands, tucking a few fingertips into her palm to warm them up, and smiled gently at Su Tao, "No need, Su Tao, you wear them. My hands are already warm after drinking the congee."
"But we'll be outside all day."
"Then I'll just keep them in my pockets?"
"Seriously, give me your hand." Seeing that Chi Xiaocheng was still being stubborn, Su Tao grabbed Chi Xiaocheng's right hand without explanation and put a glove on it.
Then, she put the other glove on her own left hand.
Chi Xiaocheng stretched out her ungloved hand and waved it, "But the other hand will still be cold."
The small hand that was shaking suddenly got grabbed by Su Tao again.
She pulled Chi Xiaocheng closer to her side.
Grabbing her small hand and tucking it into the pocket of her down coat, Su Tao's slightly larger palm easily covered Chi Xiaocheng's delicate hand.
Each of them wore one glove, and the other hand was held and hidden in the pocket, boundless warmth dispelling the cold from their fingertips.
Chi Xiaocheng smiled, deliberately struggling a bit in her hand.
As expected, it was immediately held down, and the girl's voice, brooking no refusal, came from her ear, "My pocket is warm, don't take your hand out."
Chi Xiaocheng secretly glanced at Su Tao's expression and saw the girl's face was tense. At the same time, she could vaguely feel another finger gently rubbing on the back of her hand.
This made her feel amused and a little sweet in her heart.
Tao Tao is so dense.
I've hinted so many times, and you're only willing to put my hand in your pocket now.
And you're so awkward and nervous.
Chi Xiaocheng sighed inwardly, and the moment Su Tao looked over, she shrugged her shoulders.
Then she scratched Su Tao's palm a little embarrassedly, "Um... my hand is still a little cold, can you hold it tighter?"
Tao Tao, you can be bolder if you want to touch my little hand.
Like ants using their antennae to transmit information, with Chi Xiaocheng's hint, Su Tao gradually tightened her grip on her hand.
Holding it very tightly.
As if she never wanted to let go.
Spring was approaching, the thick snow was melting continuously, the humidity in the air was increasing, and the temperature was rising, but the perceived coldness would not increase accordingly.
But now, Chi Xiaocheng didn't feel cold at all.
The sunlight shining on her was not as warm as the hand holding hers.
According to Su Tao's prepared itinerary, the first stop was the park closest to Chi Xiaocheng's house. It took them half an hour to walk the two kilometers at a leisurely pace.
It was free during the Lunar New Year, and they could get a lollipop with their student ID.
The two walked along, and soon sat down on a lawn with many couples. Although they were holding hands, they still kept a fist's distance between them.
The couples around them leaned together, chatting, playing, or taking pictures. Under the influence of the atmosphere, this place was indeed a dating paradise.
The scenery was good, and it didn't cost much money.
Su Tao looked towards the bottom of the lawn and saw a couple sitting on a marble slab - the girl was leaning in the boy's arms, her head resting on his shoulder. Perhaps because the morning breeze blowing over was a bit chilly, the boy pulled open half of his coat and covered half of the girl's body.
At the same time, he hugged her even tighter.
"That's nice."
Su Tao couldn't help but sigh inwardly, and then looked at Xiao Cheng next to her.
She was wearing a thick down jacket and a peach-colored scarf.
Su Tao disliked Chi Xiaocheng for wearing too much for the first time. If it was just a normal fleece-lined hoodie, she would have a reason to pull Chi Xiaocheng into her arms.
But…
If she did that, would she reject her?
Su Tao wasn't sure what kind of relationship she had with Xiao Cheng after these three days, or how Xiao Cheng saw her after losing her memory.
But... she was willing to actively invite her out on a date, and didn't resist when she forcibly held her hand. Did that mean that their relationship was one step closer than before?
Uncertain.
But... if she didn't try, there wouldn't even be that 50% chance.
Su Tao turned to look at Chi Xiaocheng, and without even calling out to her, she reached out and hooked her arm around Chi Xiaocheng's other shoulder.
Amidst Chi Xiaocheng's somewhat stunned gaze, she suddenly pulled her into her arms.
Instantly, her little head collided fully with the softness in front of her chest. Chi Xiaocheng turned her gaze and looked at Su Tao in confusion, "What... what's wrong?"
The girl's gaze stared straight at the scenery in the distance, her voice strained with nervousness, "The... the wind is a bit strong, Xiao Cheng, lean on me, don't... don't catch a cold."
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