97: Chapter 98 Shopping and "Going Home"

Two o'clock in the afternoon, at the most upscale shopping center in the city center. When Yin Tianxue arrived, Tang Guo was already waiting at the entrance.

She was wearing a classic Chanel tweed suit today, with exquisite makeup and an elegant temperament, drawing frequent glances from passersby.

Seeing Yin Tianxue, she immediately walked up with a smile and affectionately linked her arm with hers.

"Tianxue! You finally arrived! I've been waiting for ages!"

Looking at her bright smiling face, Yin Tianxue felt that the bit of unease and panic in her heart seemed to have been diluted a little.

She forced a smile: "The traffic was a bit congested on the way. Have you... been waiting for a long time?"

"Not at all, I just got here a little while ago." Tang Guo linked her arm and walked into the mall, her tone relaxed and cheerful, as if that shocking conversation on the balcony last night had never happened.

"Let's go, let's go. I heard Hermes just got a new batch of limited-edition items, let's go take a look!"

As usual, the two walked arm in arm, weaving between various luxury counters.

Tang Guo tried on clothes and bags with great interest, constantly seeking Yin Tianxue's opinion.

Yin Tianxue also tried hard to immerse herself, offering advice and helping her choose just like before.

But both of them tacitly avoided mentioning Yu Bo, the events of that night, and even more so, the conversation on the balcony.

It was as if all of that was truly just an absurd dream; once the dream was over, it would be forgotten.

When they reached the men's wear section, Tang Guo stopped in front of a high-end bespoke suit shop, her gaze falling on a dark gray custom-made suit in the display window.

"This suit... would look great on Yu Bo." She suddenly spoke, her tone natural, as if she were commenting on an ordinary item.

"He has a good figure, and he would definitely look very handsome in a suit with such clean tailoring."

Yin Tianxue's heart skipped a beat, and she subconsciously looked at the suit.

Indeed, whether in terms of color, style, or tailoring, it was very suitable for Yu Bo.

She could even imagine how Yu Bo would look wearing this suit; he would surely be handsome, imposing, and exude a powerful aura.

"It... it is quite suitable." She averted her gaze, feeling somewhat uncomfortable, her voice sounding a bit tight.

Tang Guo glanced at her, a meaningful smile curling the corners of her lips.

She pulled her into the store and said to the sales assistant: "Could you please take that suit down and let me have a look?"

"Tang Guo!" Yin Tianxue quickly pulled her back, lowering her voice.

"What are you doing? This is a men's clothing store!"

"I know that." Tang Guo winked at her with a sly smile.

"What's wrong with buying a suit for Yu Bo? He treats you so well usually, isn't it normal for you to buy him a piece of clothing? Besides..."

She leaned closer to Yin Tianxue, lowering her voice with an ambiguous tone.

"Last night... he was so 'hardworking', don't you need to... reward him?"

Yin Tianxue's face flushed red instantly, and she glared at her in shame and annoyance: "Tang Guo! If you... if you keep talking nonsense, I'm really going to get angry!"

"Alright, alright, I'll stop, I'll stop." Tang Guo laughed and begged for mercy, but the teasing in her eyes couldn't be hidden.

"But seriously, this suit really suits Yu Bo. Just consider it... doing me a favor and helping me give some advice, okay?"

Looking at her pleading eyes, Yin Tianxue's heart softened, and the words of refusal that had reached her lips were swallowed back.

She glanced at the exquisitely crafted and perfectly tailored suit, imagining how Yu Bo would look in it, and to her surprise, she actually... felt a little tempted.

"Then... then let's take a look." She said in a low voice, sounding somewhat unnatural.

The sales assistant had already taken the suit down and was enthusiastically introducing the preciousness of the fabric and the exquisite craftsmanship.

Tang Guo held the suit up against Yin Tianxue, her gaze focused and serious, as if she were truly just picking out a gift for a good friend's boyfriend.

"Hmm, not bad. Yu Bo's size... should be about right." She nodded with satisfaction and turned to the sales assistant.

"Wrap it up."

"Tang Guo!" Yin Tianxue quickly stopped her.

"This is too expensive! How can I let you..."

"Oh, why are you being so polite with me?" Tang Guo waved her hand, interrupting her, her tone relaxed and natural.

"Between us sisters, do we need to distinguish between you and me? Besides, Yu Bo takes such good care of me usually, what's wrong with me gifting him a suit? Just consider it... thanking him for helping me out of a tight spot that night."

Mentioning that night, Yin Tianxue's expression shifted slightly, and her eyes flickered.

Tang Guo seemed to realize she had said the wrong thing; she quickly covered her mouth and offered an apologetic smile to Yin Tianxue.

"Oh, sorry, sorry, I shouldn't have mentioned it. Anyway, I'm buying this piece of clothing, just consider it... an apology, okay?"

Her eyes were sincere, carrying a trace of imperceptible pleading.

Watching her, Yin Tianxue felt the bit of rejection and vigilance in her heart loosen once more.

Perhaps... Tang Guo really just wanted to express her gratitude?

Perhaps... she truly regretted the events of last night and wanted to make amends in this way?

"Then... alright." Yin Tianxue hesitated for a moment, but still nodded.

"However... this is the only time."

"Got it, got it!" Tang Guo beamed instantly, like a little girl, happily linking her arm with hers.

"Tianxue is the best!"

After buying the suit, the two shopped for a while longer, and Tang Guo bought a few more pieces of clothing for Yin Tianxue, calling them "apology gifts."

Yin Tianxue couldn't decline and had to accept them.

The two chatted and laughed, the atmosphere seeming to return to how it was before, intimate and inseparable, as if the rift and awkwardness of last night had never existed.

By evening, both of them were a bit tired.

Tang Guo suggested going for afternoon tea, but Yin Tianxue was somewhat hesitant.

She checked the time; it was almost five o'clock, and Yu Bo should be getting off work soon.

She... missed him a little.

"What's wrong? Something up?" Tang Guo noticed her hesitation and asked.

"No... nothing." Yin Tianxue shook her head, her voice sounding unnatural.

"It's just... I'm a bit tired and want to go back earlier."

"Is that so..." Tang Guo's eyes dimmed slightly, but they soon brightened again. She smiled and linked her arm with hers.

"Then... let me take you back? It just so happens that I also want to go to your place and sit for a while, to see how Yu Bo looks in that suit. I am really looking forward to it!"

Yin Tianxue's heart skipped a beat, and she subconsciously wanted to refuse.

Let Tang Guo go to her and Yu Bo's home? This... this was too dangerous.

The events of last night were still vivid in her mind; how could she... how could she invite the wolf into the house?

However, looking at Tang Guo's clear, bright, and expectant eyes, the words of refusal that reached her lips simply wouldn't come out.

Tang Guo was her best friend, and they used to visit each other's homes often to hang out.

If she refused now, would it seem too deliberate and distant? Would it make Tang Guo feel that she was still minding the events of that night?

Moreover... deep in her heart, that secret craving and curiosity for a forbidden relationship began to stir again.

If... if Tang Guo really went... what would happen? What would Yu Bo's reaction be? Would the three of them... would they...

As soon as this thought emerged, her heartbeat began to accelerate, her cheeks burned, and a mix of shame, fear, and... a faint sense of anticipation surged in her heart.