Strawberry Pop Pop Pop chapter 58

Han Yang had already booked a restaurant, so there was no way they could go car shopping today. Furthermore, Han Yang had to stay busy on the set throughout the year, so having a car wasn’t of much use.

Gu Nuan silently got into the car, reluctantly greeted He Yunchu with a simple “hello.”

Once the car door was closed, He Yunchu took off his sunglasses and mask, sighing, “I didn’t expect you to be from C University. You’re really smart. The delivery guy I used to order food from is also from C University. What a coincidence.”

Gu Nuan responded quietly, not saying much.

The first time might have been unintentional, but the second time, He Yunchu could tell that Han Yang’s handsome younger brother probably didn’t like him much.

He Yunchu felt a bit speechless…

He had kindly arranged for Han Yang to have a day and a half off so that he could come back from the neighboring city to celebrate Gu Nuan’s birthday, and Gu Nuan still didn’t seem pleased? Last time, Gu Nuan had eaten the boxed lunch he bought, and he had an expression of bitterness on his face.

He Yunchu couldn’t help but mutter to himself, “What’s this kid’d deal?”

As a result, he looked up and saw, through the rearview mirror, that Gu Nuan, who was sitting behind him, was staring intently at Han Yang. The meaning in his eyes was something He Yunchu, the “Emperor of Acting,” wouldn’t mistake.

His heart was suddenly struck by a strong impact: Damn, is it… jealousy?

After a while, He Yunchu snapped back to reality and cleared his throat, asking, “By the way, may I ask why you have different last names?”

Han Yang had no intention of hiding it, so he answered truthfully, “We’re not blood relatives, but we grew up together since childhood.”

“Neighbors? Distant relatives? Childhood friends?” These were the only possibilities He Yunchu could think of.

“You wouldn’t understand,” Gu Nuan, who was sitting in the back seat, chimed in, maintaining hIS distance from He YunChu as always. Whenever Gu Nuan didn’t speak or smile, He truly looked like an aloof beauty, resembling an ice queen.

He Yunchu was not one to back down; he definitely felt uncomfortable being disliked for no reason.

For this reason, he asked with a mischievous tone, “Han Yang, if it weren’t for me helping you communicate with the director and lending you my car, you wouldn’t have been able to see your brother today. I did you such a big favor, how about treating me to a meal?”

Han Yang sincerely thanked him and said, “I should definitely treat you to a meal.” He also wanted to express his gratitude for He Yunchu’s previous help; he had benefited a lot from it in the past two months.

He Yunchu smiled and squinted his fox-like eyes, saying, “There’s no time like the present. How about today?”

Han Yang decisively declined, saying, “I’m sorry, senior. Maybe next time.”

In his heart, Gu Nuan vigorously nodded; today was not an option, absolutely not!

Little did he know that He Yunchu was experienced in playing with people’s minds. Seeing Han Yang’s quick refusal, he turned to Gu Nuan and asked, “Last time, you even had your brother ask me for an autograph. Why aren’t you inviting me to celebrate your birthday this time?”

“…it’s my friend who likes you.”

“In that case, I’ll give you my autograph today as well. You can give it to your friend, will they be happy?”

Gu Nuan had a lump in his throat and reluctantly said, “They’ll be happy.”

“I think if we celebrate your birthday together, Han Yang will also be happy. After all, we haven’t finished our conversation today,” He Yunchu said, discussing acting issues with Han Yang on the way and nothing else.

Gu Nuan wasn’t foolish; he could tell that He Yunchu was doing this on purpose.

But the two had different intentions. One thought the other disliked him and wanted to take advantage of the situation with some verbal jabs, while the other thought he was trying to challenge him in pursuing Han Yang.

Gu Nuan clenched his teeth, cast a sorrowful glance at Han Yang, and put on a sullen face. Since this was He Yunchu’s car, he couldn’t confidently say, “do as you wish.”

If Han Yang agreed to He Yunchu joining them, this would probably be the most unbearable birthday for Gu Nuan. He was on the verge of tears and turned his head away, not saying another word.

He Yunchu enjoyed seeing beautiful people cry; it was his greatest hobby. Just when he was about to tease Gu Nuan a bit more, Han Yang, who was sitting next to him, suddenly spoke up, “Senior.” He pulled over to the side of the road, saying, “We’re here.”

“We’re not there yet, are we?”

Han Yang unfastened his seatbelt, looking a little displeased, and said, “We’re very close to the restaurant here. Gu Nuan and I can take a taxi from here. Please drive back safely, Senior.” He got out of the car, opened the back door, and said to Gu Nuan, “let’s go.”

Poor Gu Nuan hadn’t reacted yet and blankly got out of the car, standing next to Han Yang.

Han Yang put his coat on Gu Nuan, whispering, “It’s your birthday today, don’t cry, okay?”

Gu Nuan was tickled by his gentle voice and obediently put on the coat, no longer refusing.

So Han Yang knew he was upset.

However, it turned out that impulsive decisions made in anger were often wrong.

It was difficult to hail a taxi on this stretch of road, and by the time their reserved restaurant time was approaching, they still hadn’t found a taxi. The ride-hailing app kept saying “waiting,” and there were no taxis on the road.

Gu Nuan turned around, the streetlamp above his head lit up, casting a warm yellow light on Han Yang’s profile. It was spring in April. He moved a little closer and Han Yang heard him say, “I’m not cold. It’s already April, and you gave me your coat.”

Han Yang let go of his hand, only to have Gu Nuan grab his hand again. “…but my hands are cold!” he blinked his eyes. “Brother, Can I hold yours?”

Before Han Yang could answer, his phone rang again, and it was the designated driver calling but Gu Nuan thought it was He Yunchu.

Gu Nuan awkwardly withdrew his hand.

Han Yang confirmed the specific location with the designated driver, and at the same time, Gu Nuan misunderstood the situation.

Seeing Han Yang skillfully approach and open the rear door, he said, “Gu Nuan, get in the car first.”

Gu Nuan thought He Yunchu was sitting in the driver’s seat and didn’t move for a while. Fortunately, the car was parked in a safe area, so it didn’t cause traffic problems.

“Gu Nuan?”

Gu Nuan’s jealousy surged like a spilled vinegar jar, he didn’t even think to check if it was really He Yunchu.

He thought to himself, even the car that left could come back. He really couldn’t control it anymore. He walked to the side with Han Yang, held his hand, and asked anxiously, “Brother, do you like him?”

“What?”

Gu Nuan looked at Han Yang, whose face was faintly illuminated by the streetlight. His sudden jealousy made him blurt out, “If… if you only like male Betas, I can be one too.”

“What are you talking about?”

“I don’t have pheromones, so I can’t be marked. I don’t have any of the problems that Omegas have, like needing pheromones for comfort and dealing with depression when we don’t meet for a long time.”

Gu Nuan’s ears turned red, and he was embarrassed by his own words. He looked into Han Yang’s eyes and said sincerely, “I know I may not be as good-looking as people in your circle, but… everyone says I look pretty decent.”

If the appearance of a C University student were rated on a scale of ten, Gu Nuan should at least be a 9.9.

“…”

Han Yang hadn’t expected Gu Nuan to say such things, so humble and cautious. Something pricked his heart, and he felt a slight numbness all over. For a moment, he couldn’t find the right words to respond to Gu Nuan.

Seeing no response from him, Gu Nuan’s mind cleared up a bit from the wind, and he explained nervously, “I’m not forcing you to accept this; I just heard that you don’t like Omegas getting close to you. So, I… I thought if you don’t have anyone you like right now, maybe we could try dating?”

Dating as an Alpha and Beta.

In the end, Gu Nuan clenched the hem of his clothes and felt extremely nervous as he continued, “But if you have someone you like, I won’t bring this up again in the future.”

Just like when Yu Yi pursued him, it made him feel troubled.

And if Han Yang liked He Yunchu, and they had mutual feelings, then Gu Nuan shouldn’t continue to disturb them. Gu Nuan understood this.

He pursed his lips, turned to take off Han Yang’s coat, and then looked toward the car. In a low voice, he said, “Brother, you don’t have to answer me right away. Today, you can go have dinner with him. I’ll probably feel jealous if I see you together. I know it’s not right, but today I really can’t eat with him present. ..”

There was a bus stop ahead, and Gu Nuan could take a bus to another location, which might make it easier to catch a taxi.

“I’m an adult now, and I can go back by myself. You don’t have to worry.”

“…”

Han Yang didn’t accept the coat, but Gu Nuan forcefully handed it to him. With his head lowered and his voice trembling, it was like he was performing a monologue, with only his own voice from start to finish. “I know you feel indebted to me, so you accommodate me in everything, but in matters of the heart, you don’t have to… ” He smiled, a bit embarrassed, “I’ve never thought it was your fault four years ago.”

Gu Nuan rubbed his eyes and turned to walk away.

It seemed that once he walked away, he and Han Yang had truly reached the end.

Han Yang almost didn’t think at all and grabbed his wrist.

“I don’t like anyone else.”