Chapter 80: Because She’s Swayed by Love, Her Boyfriend’s Madness Doesn’t Matter (12)

The only streetlight beside the station went out, and the surroundings were suddenly plunged into darkness.

Bai Yao was the first to be escorted onto the bus by Lu Sheng. He told her to wait for a while, promising he would come find her once he finished handling things. Bai Yao nodded, sitting near the back of the bus.

After Lu Sheng got off, everything fell into silence.

Through the bus window, Bai Yao could see nothing but blackness. There wasn't a trace of a figure, nor was there the slightest sound from outside.

About ten minutes later, Lu Sheng boarded the bus again, sitting down beside Bai Yao. The driver started the engine, and the bus slowly left the place behind.

Bai Yao looked at Lu Sheng.

He gently patted her head, smiling as he said, "The police have taken that maniac away. It's all over now."

Bai Yao gave a quiet "oh."

Lu Sheng was clearly ill at ease. After a moment of silence, he bent closer and asked with concern, "Are you hurt?"

Bai Yao shook her head. "I'm not hurt. It's just that person suddenly appeared with scissors and scared me."

She linked her arm through his, leaning against him, still shaken. "I just heard the story of the Slit-Mouthed Woman from my classmate today. I never thought such a lunatic could really exist. I heard that if she asks someone a question, and they answer 'pretty,' she'll make them look like her; if they answer 'not pretty,' she'll kill them."

Bai Yao let out a breath. "Luckily, I was smart enough to muddle through by saying something in Korean. She couldn't understand anyway."

Lu Sheng tilted his head. "Yao Yao, you speak Korean?"

Bai Yao replied, "Only a little, from watching Korean dramas. I’ve also watched a lot of Japanese dramas, so I can say a few phrases in Japanese too!"

Lu Sheng said, "Wow, you’re amazing."

Bai Yao, eager to show off, began counting on her fingers, "I can say sugoi, hayaku, yamete..."

The more Lu Sheng listened, the more something seemed off. "Yao Yao, are those dramas you watch… proper ones?"

Bai Yao closed her mouth and looked at Lu Sheng with innocent eyes, pretending not to understand his meaning.

Before Lu Sheng could press further, she quickly changed the subject. "That maniac didn’t seem mentally stable. Even if the police took her away, does that mean she won’t actually be locked up?"

Lu Sheng's smile grew mischievous. "Don't worry, she won't show up again."

Bai Yao blinked in confusion.

He quickly resumed his usual sunny, cheerful demeanor, offering a serious explanation. "Before the police took her away, I heard her say she was going to Korea for further studies. So she definitely won’t be appearing in Huashi City again."

Going to Korea for further studies?

Well then, may the people of the Republic of Korea have good fortune.

Bai Yao flashed Lu Sheng a bright smile. "Lu Sheng, you looked so cool when you appeared just now! I was completely captivated!"

A light flashed in Lu Sheng’s eyes, his ears turning red. For a boy in love, being called handsome by his girlfriend was a sweet ambush no one could resist.

But Bai Yao’s next words were, "But weren’t you waiting for me at home? How did you suddenly show up by my side?"

Lu Sheng’s gaze darted away, panic flickering in his eyes. "Um… well… I…"

He fumbled for words, unable to finish a sentence.

Suddenly, Bai Yao clapped her hands. "I know!"

He tensed immediately. "You—you know?"

Bai Yao said, "It must be that you sensed something was wrong before I was even in danger, so you rushed over to save me. Just like in those dramas, when the heroine gets in a car accident, the hero’s cup shatters—because we have true love, we have a psychic connection!"

Lu Sheng stared at her in a daze.

Bai Yao beamed at him. "Aren’t we true love?"

He nodded solemnly, "Yes, Yao Yao and I are true love!"

Bai Yao hugged his arm, her voice sweet and a bit airheaded, "We’re really a match made in heaven."

For some reason, Lu Sheng’s eyes grew misty, and he said in a shaky voice, "Yao Yao, you’re so wonderful."

She knew perfectly well about his less-than-pure desires, yet she didn’t mind. She believed they were meant to be together—how deeply must she love him!

The driver in the front, hearing the commotion behind, ground his teeth at the sweetness, his hands on the steering wheel as he drove. On either side, a pair of ghostly hands fished out a phone and began to send messages.

[Assessment complete: the new young lady in our community is absolutely head-over-heels in love!]

Instantly, dozens of replies popped up in the "Friendly Neighborhood" group chat.

[You’re only realizing that now!?]

[She actually likes that monster—talk about an unusual taste!]

[But she’s really brave! Last time I saw her, she even visited Coconut’s family!]

[@Coconut, come say something! She really went to your house?]

Coconut: [picture.jpg]

The one named "Coconut" posted a photo: a wild-haired woman sprawled on the floor, while her son, Xiao Xiong, was putting a medicated patch on her.

[666!]

[I’m laughing my head off!]

[Do you even have a head to laugh off?]

…

I Have a Girlfriend: [Let’s have a little meeting tomorrow.]

The group instantly fell silent.

Lu Sheng walked Bai Yao to her door. When he said he’d go get some desserts he made for her, Bai Yao clutched his hand.

She bit her lip, glanced nervously at the darkness around, and whispered, "Lu Sheng, I’m scared to be alone."

Lu Sheng stopped in his tracks, looking at the girl who drew closer and leaned into his arms. He felt a swelling satisfaction at being her only support. Hugging her, he whispered, "Yao Yao, I’ll always protect you."

At that moment, Bai Yao was as frail as a willow in the wind, her face buried in his chest, trembling. "Every time I close my eyes, I see that crazy woman coming at me with scissors. I can’t help thinking—if you hadn’t appeared in time…"

"Impossible! No matter when or where, as long as you need me, I’ll always show up right away!"

Bai Yao sneaked a glance at him.

Lu Sheng, realizing he’d spoken too absolutely, awkwardly added, "Because you said we’re true love, if you’re ever in danger, I’ll definitely sense it first!"

Bai Yao hugged his waist tighter, noticing how narrow, firm, and strong it was. She couldn’t help squeezing it again, though her voice was choked with fear, "Even though I know you’ll come save me in time, I just can’t stop worrying. You know, I’ve always been timid. There are so many rooms in my house—if there’s even a hint of wind, I get scared!"