I Just Want to be a Throwaway Character - Chapter 73

Chapter 73: World 4 

After that night, Ji Wan felt a sense of dread.

Just as she was worrying about what Lu Fanghan’s next move might be, Lu Fanghan stopped all her transgressive behavior.

Grandpa Lu was also gradually handing over the family business to Lu Fanghan. As a result, Lu Fanghan was not only occupied but also incredibly busy.

Yet, throughout the entire holiday, every day at sunset, Ji Wan would see Lu Fanghan sitting on a small wicker chair in front of her room, waiting for her.

Despite her weary expression, the moment she saw Ji Wan, the tenderness on Lu Fanghan’s face was impossible to hide.

At first, Ji Wan was worried that Lu Fanghan would make some strange requests, and she was already thinking about how to refuse.

But each time, Lu Fanghan would only quietly keep her company for a while before leaving. They would either take a stroll on the small path outside or simply sit in the courtyard together, watching the wind blow the fallen leaves.

Gradually, Ji Wan grew used to Lu Fanghan’s presence. Even though she knew it wasn’t a good habit to become dependent on Lu Fanghan’s companionship, she simply couldn’t resist her gentle kindness.

With the holiday drawing to a close, Ji Wan knew the time was near. She had to change this situation.

But…

The thought of them becoming strangers again made Ji Wan feel inexplicably empty inside.

On the last day of the holiday, Ji Wan looked outside with a strange sense of unease. Usually, Lu Fanghan would be there by now. Why wasn’t she here today?

Ji Wan couldn’t help but feel a flicker of anxiety. At the same time, a strange thought crept into her mind. Was Lu Fanghan tired of her?

But Ji Wan quickly shook her head, trying not to think too much. They were never meant to be together in the first place, so what was there to be tired of?

Still, the disappointment in her heart grew and grew as time passed, casting a shadow over her mood.

When he saw Ji Wan wander to the front door again under some excuse, Uncle Ji calmly took a sip of the high-quality tea in his cup. He narrowed his eyes contentedly, a smile on his face.

The girl was getting anxious just because the person she really wanted to see hadn’t shown up. It seemed she didn’t truly dislike Miss Lu after all.

Sigh, if you like her, you like her. He had no idea what kind of drama these two young people were creating. It was getting so confusing he even wondered if Lu Fanghan really disliked Ji Wan.

As the moon rose and the sky filled with stars, creating a beautiful night, Ji Wan sat on a stone chair in the courtyard, feeling deflated. She propped her arm on the stone table, resting her chin in her hand, her eyes fixed on the gate like a little puppy patiently waiting for its owner to come home.

“What, waiting for me?” A gentle, familiar voice came from behind Ji Wan.

Lu Fanghan watched Ji Wan’s back, her eyes full of longing. The love in her heart was like a cup filled with water, about to overflow.

Ji Wan was startled by the sudden voice behind her. When she realized who it was, the surprise on her face turned to delight. But then, hearing the teasing tone, she blushed furiously.

“Who’s waiting for you? You’re so full of yourself. Can’t I just look at the moon?” she retorted awkwardly.

She then looked up at the sky as if it were a serious matter, but the moon was already hidden by a layer of clouds, only a silvery glow seeping through. Ji Wan felt a line of crows fly over her head.

“Heh,” Lu Fanghan chuckled softly. She reached out and touched Ji Wan’s soft cheek, gently pinching it.

“Alright, my wife. Whatever you say is right.” Lu Fanghan’s gentle voice replied.

“Who… who’s… your wife!!” Ji Wan stammered, feeling her face burn.

Of course, Lu Fanghan’s appearance never led to anything good.

She was absolutely not waiting for Lu Fanghan tonight. She just wanted to look at the night sky. Yes, the night sky!

But why did Lu Fanghan look so unconvinced?!

“Alright, something came up and delayed me today. How about I take you somewhere?”

Lu Fanghan gently brushed the stray hairs from Ji Wan’s forehead, revealing her innocent, moist eyes. She took Ji Wan’s soft hand and led her outside.

Ji Wan stared blankly at their clasped hands, feeling the tight warmth of Lu Fanghan’s grip. For some reason, she felt a long-lost sense of security and forgot to pull away, obediently following Lu Fanghan.

Through the window of his house, Uncle Ji looked outside, a faint, knowing smile on his lips.

Ah, these young people.

Ji Wan was led by Lu Fanghan toward an empty field on the back hill. The moonlight was gradually covered by a thin layer of clouds, and the view became blurry. But as she felt the warmth spreading through her hand, Ji Wan felt a sense of immense peace.

When they reached the center of the field, Lu Fanghan stopped. She turned to look into Ji Wan’s eyes and raised her slender fingers to block Ji Wan’s sight.

“Close your eyes, be a good girl,” Lu Fanghan’s pleasant voice echoed in Ji Wan’s ears, making her heart flutter as if a feather had brushed against her earlobe, staining it red. She was curious now. Why was she being so mysterious?

Lu Fanghan didn’t speak. She lightly waved her hand.

The next second, something magical happened.

The empty field began to grow flowers at an incredible rate. Luminous particles of light dotted the space, and the field instantly brightened up.

An opportune breeze blew away the thin layer of clouds in the sky, revealing a crescent moon hanging high in the heavens.

Lu Fanghan slowly lowered her hand from Ji Wan’s eyes and stepped aside to reveal the surroundings.

Sensing the brightness before her, Ji Wan’s long eyelashes fluttered as she slowly opened her eyes. She was stunned into a daze.

What a breathtaking sight. The field, which had been empty just moments ago, was now filled with countless blooming flowers, releasing a sweet fragrance. It even attracted many beautiful butterflies that flew toward Ji Wan.

Ji Wan knelt down in shock and touched the flowers beneath her. They hadn’t been there just a moment ago! But the soft petals in her hand, the fragrance in the air, and a colorful butterfly that landed on her fingertip all told her that this was real.

She stood up, about to turn and ask Lu Fanghan what was going on, but was gently embraced from behind.

“Do you like it?” Lu Fanghan rested her head on Ji Wan’s shoulder and whispered into her ear.

Ji Wan didn’t speak. She felt the tight embrace around her waist and willingly leaned into Lu Fanghan’s arms, forgetting to resist.

“Why are you being so well-behaved tonight?” Lu Fanghan smiled, tightening her hold on Ji Wan’s slender waist.

Ji Wan reached up and touched the hands wrapped around her, trying to break free. Lu Fanghan sensed her small movement, and a hint of disappointment appeared in her eyes.

But the next second, Lu Fanghan froze.

Ji Wan turned and threw herself into Lu Fanghan’s arms, hugging her tightly by the waist.

“Lu Fanghan, why are you so good to me?” Ji Wan’s voice was muffled against Lu Fanghan’s chest.

She remembered the original host’s dream of a flower field. She didn’t know how Lu Fanghan had found out about it, but it didn’t stop a warm feeling from welling up in her heart.

Tears streamed down her face and soaked into Lu Fanghan’s clothes.

“I love you,” Lu Fanghan said, gently patting Ji Wan’s back and stroking her hair. She pressed her lips to the top of Ji Wan’s head, saying the words she most wanted to convey.

But feeling the rigidness of the body in her arms, a trace of disappointment flashed in Lu Fanghan’s eyes. It quickly disappeared, however.

She gently lifted Ji Wan’s chin and lightly pressed her lips against hers. Tasting the saltiness of the tears on Ji Wan’s mouth, Lu Fanghan kissed her with meticulous care.

Ji Wan wanted to pull away, but Lu Fanghan’s gentle touch stole all the strength from her body. Her hands rested on Lu Fanghan’s chest. Her heart was like a rabbit trapped in her ribcage, leaping and thumping.

Ji Wan’s eyes were tightly shut. Only her trembling eyelashes betrayed her nervousness.

Sensing that Ji Wan wasn’t resisting, Lu Fanghan’s actions became bolder. She returned to those crimson lips and kissed her again.

This time, there was no gentleness. She forcefully pried open Ji Wan’s tightly closed teeth, conquering her territory. Only when the person in her arms went limp from lack of oxygen did Lu Fanghan pull back.

As they separated, a mesmerizing silver thread of saliva remained on their lips. It was both sensual and seductive.

Ji Wan, with half-closed eyes, lay weakly in Lu Fanghan’s arms, gasping for air. Her heart was beating like thunder.

Cradled in Lu Fanghan’s embrace, Ji Wan saw the beautiful scenery beneath the moonlight and witnessed Lu Fanghan’s deep affection for her.

But… they shouldn’t be like this.

Ji Wan thought weakly as she lay in Lu Fanghan’s arms. But Lu Fanghan wasn’t going to let her off so easily. She steadied Ji Wan and lowered her head to meet her gaze. “I want to know your answer.”

Ji Wan simply looked away, clearly unwilling to answer. Lu Fanghan’s eyes darkened.

Seeing Lu Fanghan’s face getting closer again, her breath fanning Ji Wan’s cheek, Ji Wan panicked. She turned her head, avoiding Lu Fanghan’s stare.

“Lu Fanghan, please, can you give me a little more time?” Ji Wan replied softly, a bit scared that Lu Fanghan would repeat what she had just done.

Lu Fanghan didn’t speak. Ji Wan suddenly felt at a loss.

She took a leap, stood on her tiptoes, and with a small “pop,” planted a kiss on Lu Fanghan’s cheek. Her voice took on a pleading tone. “Lu Fanghan, will you say yes?”

Lu Fanghan’s feigned icy expression instantly broke, replaced by a soft smile.

She gently rubbed Ji Wan’s cheek, watching the soft flesh grow warm beneath her fingers. Lu Fanghan gently kissed Ji Wan’s forehead. “Okay, I’ll wait for you.”

When she returned to her room, Ji Wan felt the heat on her face only increasing. She had subconsciously agreed to Lu Fanghan.

It was all Lu Fanghan’s fault. Why was she so gentle? And when she… when she kissed her…

Ji Wan covered her face in a flurry and threw herself onto her soft bed, overwhelmed with shyness. What was she going to do? She seemed to have fallen for Lu Fanghan too.

Looking at the flower petal left on her sleeve, Ji Wan gently held it and examined it, a silly smile forming on her lips.

A thought began to take shape in Ji Wan’s mind. Maybe…

“Host! I saw the sea of flowers!” System 111 exclaimed excitedly. It had never expected that by just watching its Host, it would get to see such a beautiful scene.

Ji Wan was startled, and the flower petal in her hand fell. She blushed and replied irritably, “You’re not allowed to look. Lu Fanghan gave it to me.”

“Oh~ Host, you’re making fast progress,” System 111 teased. Not long ago, she said no and wanted to break off the engagement. Now she’s eating her words. Was this the charm of its Host?

“You… you… don’t talk nonsense. Lu Fanghan and I… we’re very pure,” Ji Wan’s voice trailed off at the end, her guilt obvious.

“Host, you know, I know. I got put in a timeout for this, you know?”

System 111 finished its teasing and vanished instantly, afraid that Ji Wan would fly into a rage from embarrassment.

In truth, Ji Wan’s head was indeed starting to steam.