How I Accidentally Bent My Best Friend - Chapter 63

“Forget it.” Chen Yushu’s chest tightened as she was the first to look away. “Don’t be so childish from now on.”

Lu Wei opened her mouth as if she had a thousand things to say, but the next second, all her words got stuck in her throat.

Silence fell once again, and an unnamed emotion quietly spread between them. Chen Yushu frowned slightly, unconsciously clutching the hem of her clothes. The feeling at that moment was so vivid, yet looking back, it seemed veiled in a hazy glow, making her question its reality.

Never mind, she didn’t want to dwell on it. Lu Wei had always been like this, how many times had she gotten jealous over their friendship?

“We agreed no dating others.” Left with no choice, Lu Wei brought up their previous promise, emphasizing the word “others,” though her voice lacked conviction and came out muddled. “You can’t go back on your word.”

Chen Yushu glanced at her coolly and, for some reason, blurted out, “That’s not something I can decide.”

“What do you mean?” Lu Wei’s breath hitched, her mind suddenly going blank. Her expression stiffened. “You we.”

“I’m a person with emotions and desires,” Chen Yushu said gravely, her expression serious. “It’s normal to lose control.”

Each word struck Lu Wei’s chest like a heavy blow, suffocating her. It took her a long moment to react sluggishly.

The person before her was still there, yet suddenly, she felt an immense distance between them. Wave after wave of panic surged within her. Lu Wei lowered her gaze, her eyes settling on Chen Yushu’s hand.

When was the last time they held hands? Why had she suddenly forgotten how it felt?

A faint sadness began to permeate the air. Chen Yushu frowned irritably, unable to comprehend how things had come to this.

Just then, Lu Wei abruptly looked up at her, blurting out in a flustered rush, “No! If you date someone else, I won’t play with you anymore!”

“Can you stop being so childish?” Chen Yushu wasn’t entirely surprised by this outburst, merely exasperated.

Lu Wei insisted, “I mean it.”

Chen Yushu watched her quietly. Lu Wei didn’t flinch, her gaze growing increasingly resolute.

“You’re insane.” A few seconds later, Chen Yushu’s eyes wavered. Unable to bear it, she looked away and muttered hastily, “Do whatever you want.”

To Lu Wei, this automatically translated to Chen Yushu being willing to abandon her for someone else.

Instantly, bitterness surged within her. Lu Wei’s nostrils flared as she fought back the sting in her eyes. She quickly straightened up, refusing to look at the person beside her, but the hurt and anger in her heart spiraled out of control.

Overwhelmed by emotion, Lu Wei’s body trembled uncontrollably. In the end, she couldn’t hold back and vented, “Cutting ties with me over an outsider? Fine! Since you’ve said it, there’s no need for me to stay by your side, watching you get all lovey-dovey with someone else! I’ll save you the trouble of having me around, obstructing your search for a partner!”

Chen Yushu, already feeling carsick, barely caught any of Lu Wei’s rambling. It only added to her irritation, and she replied impatiently, “Alright, I get it.”

“What do you mean by that?!” Lu Wei’s words had been spoken in anger. Not only did she receive no comfort, but she was also treated so dismissively. She exploded, panting furiously, and asked indignantly, “Is that really what you think? Do you only want to date others? Haven’t you ever considered me?”

“Are you ever going to stop?” Chen Yushu forced herself to speak despite her discomfort. After retorting weakly, she closed her eyes and leaned back in her chair.

Lu Wei nearly slipped up and hastily bit back her words. Before she could even catch her breath, the remark pierced her heart like a needle. She quickly lifted her head and blinked rapidly.

So you dislike me that much, huh? Fine! In that case, I’ll make sure you understand exactly what it feels like to lose me!

After returning from the nursing home, Lu Wei initiated a one-sided cold war. Being as perceptive as she was, Chen Yushu noticed it before long.

Thus, the one-sided cold war rapidly escalated into a mutual standoff.

At first, Lu Wei was resolute in her determination for revenge. Even if Chen Yushu begged for forgiveness, she wouldn’t accept it! She was determined to make Chen Yushu deeply regret her actions.

However, as time passed without any sign of Chen Yushu seeking reconciliation, Lu Wei’s resolve gradually began to waver.

Fine, whatever. If Chen Yushu showed even the slightest intention of making up, she’d be magnanimous and forgive her!

Another day passed, and the situation remained just as tense.

Lu Wei grew increasingly agitated and couldn’t help but think, Maybe I should just go talk to Chen Yushu.

No! Why should I be the one to make the first move? Clearly, Chen Yushu is the one who doesn’t care about me! Who doesn’t value me! Am I supposed to humiliate myself by chasing after her?

Impossible! Absolutely impossible!

Lu Wei scoffed and quickly dismissed the thought. She would never be the one to reach out to Chen Yushu!

That evening, as the self-study bell rang, a dense crowd poured out of the teaching building, scattering in all directions. Lu Wei stood on her tiptoes, carefully scanning the faces in the stream of people.

When she caught a glimpse of a certain direction, she hurriedly averted her gaze. Then, blending into the crowd, she strode forward while silently repeating to herself:

If Chen Yushu calls out to me, I’ll let bygones be bygones and make up with her!

She walked at a leisurely pace, but after a while, she still hadn’t heard Chen Yushu’s voice. Suppressing the urge to look back, Lu Wei thought, Maybe Chen Yushu hasn’t spotted me yet. I’ll wait a little longer.

“Hey, look!” Jiang Yuran tugged at Chen Yushu’s sleeve and pointed. “Isn’t that Lu Wei over there?”

Chen Yushu hummed in acknowledgment. She had noticed Lu Wei earlier but couldn’t be bothered to pay her any attention.

“Are you two still giving each other the silent treatment?” Jiang Yuran asked, watching Lu Wei’s hesitant figure. “Judging by her demeanor, is she here to reconcile with you?”

“Why should I care what she does?” Chen Yushu turned her face away, quickened her pace, and walked ahead without so much as a glance. “I don’t want to see her these days.”

No way! How has Chen Yushu still not noticed me? Lu Wei slowed her steps almost to a crawl, nearly dragging her feet. As people continued to pass her by, she couldn’t resist turning her head to sneak a quick glance behind her.

The next moment, she felt a figure swiftly brush past her. A beat later, she realized it was Chen Yushu, who had already left her with nothing but a retreating back.

Fine! She had her chance and didn’t take it! Let her live to regret it!

Watching Chen Yushu disappear around the corner, Lu Wei stamped her feet in frustration right where she stood.

If she humiliated herself by going after Chen Yushu again, she’d be no better than a dog!

Early the next morning, Lu Wei stood holding a bag of custard buns, craning her neck and looking around, her gaze fixed firmly on the dormitory exit.

Hmph! With breakfast in hand, I refuse to believe this won’t get to you!

Lu Wei gritted her teeth, thinking indignantly, Today, I will definitely redeem my pride!

Right on time, Chen Yushu emerged from the dormitory entrance. The moment she saw her, tears welled up in her eyes. After hesitating for a few seconds, she walked over and pitifully asked, “Can you give me the breakfast?”

“No.” She shot a cold glare. “Now you realize how good I am? Do you regret leaving me? Are you sad? Do you want someone else or me?”

Chen Yushu blurted out without hesitation, “You, of course I want you! How could anyone else compare to you?”

She nodded in satisfaction. “Hmm, so are you still going to date others?”

Chen Yushu shook her head firmly. “Absolutely not! Even if I did, I’d only want to date you!”

Hahahaha!

Lu Wei’s lips curled high at the corners as she reveled in her mind, barely holding back a laugh.

The next second, Chen Yushu appeared downstairs at the dormitory, a bag of milk clenched between her lips. Without even glancing at Lu Wei, she hurried off.

Just then, a gust of wind swept by, lifting fallen leaves from the ground. They spun in the air a few times before drifting to land at Lu Wei’s feet.

This was nothing like what she had imagined.

Lu Wei stood there in a daze for a moment. Seeing Chen Yushu about to disappear into the distance, a surge of panic made her rush forward. She deliberately coughed a few times from slightly behind and to the side of Chen Yushu.

It worked Chen Yushu turned around. Lu Wei quickly shook the bag in her hand.

Chen Yushu glanced at her but said nothing before hurrying off to class.

Lu Wei’s hand dropped limply, the custard buns inside swaying with the motion.

What exactly was Chen Yushu trying to do? At that moment, Lu Wei could no longer hold back. The regret she had been suppressing began to surface, but as soon as it peeked through, she angrily shoved it back down.

She wasn’t wrong! She would never beg Chen Yushu!

Meanwhile, after taking attendance and sitting down, Chen Yushu found herself unable to focus throughout the entire class, her thoughts drifting to a certain someone.

Finally, when class ended, she took out her phone and opened the chat with Lu Wei. The latest message was still from several days ago.

At the sight, Chen Yushu let out an annoyed humph, immediately closed the chat, and turned off her phone.

“By the way, I saw Lu Wei in class this morning,” Jiang Yuran said, carefully observing Chen Yushu’s expression. “Guess what she was doing?”

Chen Yushu flipped through her notebook, showing no reaction beyond a faint “Hmm,” signaling her to continue.

“Such a huge bun,” Jiang Yuran gestured, sounding shocked. “She just stuffed it into her mouth. She had this fierce look on her face it seemed less like she was eating a bun and more like she was devouring a person.”

Chen Yushu thought back carefully. Lu Wei had indeed been holding something at the time. Listening to Jiang Yuran’s description, she couldn’t help but picture the scene.

Jiang Yuran added, “So how long are you two planning to keep this cold war going?”

At the same time.

“Wahhh, Chen Yushu is ignoring me! She’s giving me the silent treatment!”

Jiang Yunxi massaged her temples in frustration and handed over the last tissue. “Didn’t you say before that you were going to give her the cold shoulder to make her realize her mistake?”

“Wahhh.” Lu Wei pressed the tissue to her face, wiping her tears before revealing red, puffy eyes. “Did I?”

Chen Yushu let out a cold humph, nearly grinding her teeth. “She actually dares to give me the silent treatment? She’s asking for it!”

Sensing the murderous aura radiating from her, Jiang Yuran silently lit a virtual candle for Lu Wei in her heart.

“Since that’s how it is, I’ll grant her wish!” Chen Yushu said with a dark expression.

“Then I regret it, alright?” Lu Wei hiccupped through her tears, speaking between sobs. “Why is she still ignoring me?”

Jiang Yunxi perfunctorily patted her back, comforting her: “Don’t worry, she won’t ignore you forever.”

“How do you know?” Lu Wei looked at her with tear-filled eyes, full of hope.

Jiang Yuran rested her chin on her hand. “But it seems like Lu Wei already regrets it. Maybe you”

“Regret is useless!” Chen Yushu declared firmly. “I absolutely won’t pay her any attention again!”

Jiang Yuran completely ignored this and instead asked, “Then what about your campus run, online classes… what will you do?”

“I,” Chen Yushu faltered, then snorted. “She wouldn’t dare!”

“Nonsense, you’re still helping her with the runs, aren’t you? For that reason alone, she can’t possibly keep.”

The light in Lu Wei’s eyes instantly dimmed. She held back as much as she could but finally burst into loud sobs. “Waaah, even if she doesn’t come to me, I still have to help her run.”

Jiang Yunxi: “…”

Jiang Yuran laughed, unable to resist sizing her up for a moment. She pondered, “I suddenly realize you’re not as passive as I thought.”

“What do you mean?”

“Just a feeling.” Jiang Yuran frowned slightly. “It seems like it’s not just you who’s afraid of being apart. Maybe Lu Wei is just as afraid as you are no, maybe even more afraid?”

“It’s not the same.” Chen Yushu shook her head. She was about to say something but hesitated, changing it to, “I don’t know either.”

It was strange for a moment, Chen Yushu actually felt like she held the upper hand in the relationship, but

Chen Yushu couldn’t figure it out and didn’t want to make too many assumptions, so she simply gave up thinking about it.

As for giving Lu Wei the cold shoulder? She wasn’t done with her yet! Hmph!

“I really regret it, waaah.” Lu Wei was heartbroken. “What will it take for her to talk to me again? I can’t stand it, waaah hic Actually, I didn’t really ignore her I was just a little, just a little bit cold.”

Jiang Yunxi silently covered one ear. “Chen Yushu really ought to see how pathetic you look right now!”

Lu Wei lifted her head, pitifully asking, “Then would she forgive me?”

“…” Jiang Yunxi was speechless, unable to hold back a sigh. “If you knew it would come to this, why did you do it in the first place?”

Lu Wei bit her lip, aggrieved. “But she was the one who said she wanted to date someone else first! Could you handle that?”

“Then what’s the use of crying here? Go make up with her sooner, or she really might end up with someone else…”

“Stop, stop!” Lu Wei clutched her chest, quickly cutting her off, and bowed her head in tears. “I can’t bear to hear that right now.”

Jiang Yunxi: “…”

“But you’re right,” Lu Wei said gravely. “I’ll chase her I’m going to win her back right now!”