I Really Don’t Want to Fall in Love with the Female Supporting Character [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 2

Chapter 2: The Note

“Ms. Shen, right? Here is your delivery. I’m so sorry, it’s already overdue. The food might be cold; I can compensate you for the original price.”

Xi Jiang slightly lifted the hand holding the takeout. In reality, she had been delivering orders from this specific merchant frequently lately and knew they packaged things very securely. Even though it was late, the food was essentially still warm.

“No need.”

The sound of the drizzling rain outside blended with the girl’s slightly cool voice. She looked up, took the delivery directly, and then stared at the curtain of rain outside the door without a word, her brow slightly furrowing.

Cold fingertips accidentally brushed against the side of Xi Jiang’s index finger, like the ripple left by a dragonfly on the water’s surface. Xi Jiang withdrew her hand unobtrusively, pinching that spot with her thumb. She took a step back and also began to watch the rain quietly.

Her gaze drifted, unconsciously glancing sideways.

The girl’s profile was very sharp, her features exquisite and beautiful, every part just right. The sunlight, hidden behind clouds, scattered through this eerie rain, making her delicate, fair skin look as if it were glowing, yet it held an air of detachment that made one only dare to watch from a distance.

The pitter-patter of the rain made Xi Jiang’s heart grow increasingly restless. She remembered the scene in her dreams, shrouded as if by morning mist, and that girl with calm eyes and a mole between her brows. A childish voice pierced through the layers of fog: “Xi Jiang, will you come here to wait for me tomorrow?”

“I will. I’ll wait for you my whole life.”

That was her answer from when she was only a few years old—a voice innocent and obedient, filled with joy and anticipation. Every time she woke up from the dream with a smile in the morning, she knew this might just be a memory from childhood, long forgotten but too precious to discard.

Memories are constantly overwritten as a person grows, but she wanted to find this beauty again; thus, it had become an obsession for all these years.

Those eyes, that mole—in countless midnights, they had seeped into the very marrow of her bones. She was certain it was her.

Shifting her steps slightly to the side, Xi Jiang lowered her head. A flash of predatory intent surfaced in the depths of her eyes. She knew she was a bit of a “pervert,” but that was her true nature.

She wanted to swallow her up, bit by bit.

When she looked up again, the auspicious clouds floated before her eyes. She didn’t know that for a split second when she saw this girl, the livestream chat had gone blank, only returning to its bustling state after a good while.

“There is black energy swirling between this person’s brows; that mole is a misfortune, a curse.”

“Don’t mind him, Little Xi. Looking at your gaze just now, this immortal sees you are lusting after her body.”

“Don’t be afraid, charge forward boldly! We are your solid backup.”

“Long Yu, send a few more rainstorms to trap her here tonight.”

“Get lost! Do you think this water is blown in by the wind? I’ll have to work overtime for a long time just for this bit of rain.”

“You guys are so mean, hahaha.”

This eerie rain made the quietly waiting Shen Yubai feel increasingly chilled. In her past life, she had been pushed to the brink of collapse by her “bad luck from birth,” and the accident involving her family had been the final straw.

She had been unwilling to give in, filled with resentment, until she met a woman in a black cloak who allowed her to be reborn in an incomprehensible way.

In this life…

Shen Yubai tightened her grip on the delivery bag. She must live well. Even if she was overestimating herself by fighting against fate, she had to protect her family.

“Um, I should still compensate you the original price. If it’s convenient, we can add each other on WeChat, and I’ll transfer it to you.”

The delivery person’s voice beside her was soft. She turned her head to look, finally getting a clear view of her appearance.

She looked to be only a few years older than herself. Despite having very striking features and a pair of “peach blossom” eyes, she wore no makeup. Her brows and eyes naturally exuded a gentle and soft temperament, making one feel comfortable rather than finding it jarring.

Her lips were somewhat pale, and there was some residual redness around her eyes.

Thinking of that phone call just now—the breakup and the mention of the “mole between the brows” by this person—Shen Yubai pursed her lips and turned back, speaking indifferently: “It’s really not necessary.”

“Your method is too clumsy, hahahaha.”

“Little Xi, don’t rush. Wait a bit, I’ll find a matchmaking immortal to teach you some experience.”

Two blue bullet comments floated in the auspicious clouds. Coincidentally, the rain suddenly stopped at that moment. The dark clouds retreated at a visible speed as if they had seen a ghost. Sunlight suddenly burst through, accompanied by faint, shimmering clouds that made Xi Jiang squint.

“Quick, quick, quick! Based on her walking speed and the distance to that big puddle ahead, I calculate that the car passing by will splash her with water. This is the chance, Little Xi!”

Xi Jiang opened her eyes only to find that the girl had already stepped down the stairs and was walking toward the dormitory building. Sure enough, a car drove out from the corner ahead.

Without thinking much, she took several large strides down the steps.

Shen Yubai was already walking close to the wall. she was being cautious, fearing a flowerpot or a bag of trash might suddenly fall, but when she noticed the small car approaching quickly from the front-left and the large puddle on the ground, she hurriedly stepped back, but it was already too late.

Seeing a massive splash of dirty water from the tires fast approaching, a figure stepped directly in front of her to block it.

Shen Yubai was still a bit stunned. Lifting her head, she saw the delivery person from before. The woman stood very close to her with her head lowered, the corners of her eyes tilted up, and the gentleness reflecting in those peach blossom eyes seemed capable of drowning a person.

Is there something wrong with her? Who would block dirty water for a stranger for no reason?

Shen Yubai’s elegant brows knit slightly. The mole between her brows seemed to come alive. The confusion in her eyes made her pupils look even clearer and brighter. Her pale pink lips parted, but she found it difficult to speak: “You…”

Seeing that exquisite yet slightly dazed little face at close range, Xi Jiang’s gaze darkened. Maintaining a gentle smile, she quickly took two steps back to create distance, her tone friendly and kind:

“I’m wearing a uniform anyway; it doesn’t matter if it gets dirty. Your clothes look quite expensive, little sister.”

These words made Shen Yubai feel a bit stifled. She didn’t know how to thank her. She remembered the mints Qi Yunli had bought for her—they were still unopened—so she reached into her pocket, took out the square box, and handed it over.

“Thank you.” Her expression remained indifferent, though the sense of distance had lessened.

“It’s fine.” Xi Jiang waved her hand as if embarrassed, inadvertently revealing the mud spots on her clothes.

Shen Yubai extended her hand further, pursing her lips as she stared at her.

Only then did Xi Jiang smile and take the mints, nodding: “Thank you.”

The girl walked away with books in one hand and the other in her pocket, her steps brisk.

Her long, wavy hair reached her waist, shimmering under the last rays of the setting sun and mostly obscuring her petite frame.

Xi Jiang watched her figure disappear around the corner, her eyes curving into crescents. She walked back to her parked scooter and sat down; the auspicious clouds followed.

“Look at our Little Xi’s smile, boohoo, this old mother is moved to tears.”

“Luo Fengming, you aren’t coming back, hahahaha.”

Xi Jiang paused but didn’t respond. She simply supported the bottom of the square tin box with one hand and opened it.

What greeted her eyes was a folded small note. Xi Jiang raised an eyebrow slightly, and the auspicious clouds floated above the box.

“Quick, quick, quick! Open it!”

“What’s the situation?”

She took out one mint, carefully closed the lid, put it in her pocket, and then opened the note.

On it, in fluent black handwriting, it was written: “Shen Yubai, come to the sports field tonight; I have something to tell you.”

Shen Yubai.

Xi Jiang stared intently at the piece of paper as if the name would change if she looked at it long enough.

“Oh ho! Tonight, sports field, something to say.”

“Little Shen probably doesn’t know yet. In this day and age, what kind of idiot writes a note instead of sending a message?”

“Little Xi, this immortal has captured the immortal in charge of the small world’s household registration.”

“Shen Yubai, a junior in the Economics and Management Department at A University. Admitted with the highest score. Family background: Raised by two female corporate elites…”

“Oh my god, Little Xi, let’s get successful before pursuing her. The gap between you two is too big right now…”

Xi Jiang knew. She waved her hand to brush the auspicious clouds out of her line of sight, unwrapped the mint, and put it in her mouth. The cool taste seemed to instantly dispel the gloom in her heart.

She knew Shen Yubai. During the time Xu Lingling had just entered her sophomore year, she talked about her every day.

“There’s an incredibly pretty girl among the freshmen named Shen Yubai. Her name is beautiful, and she’s the top student—she’s so outstanding!”

“She looks even better up close. She seems to really like me.”

“Gosh, she actually confessed to me! She said she’s liked me for a long time.”

“Of course I rejected her; I’m your girlfriend, after all~ By the way, the school is organizing a gala, and I’m hosting. I’ve taken a liking to a very beautiful dress, but it’s quite expensive~”

The corners of Xi Jiang’s mouth dropped low. She tucked the note away and started the electric scooter.

The auspicious clouds bobbed above her line of sight. The viewers in the livestream seemed to sense her mood; fireworks bloomed one after another, all voices of comfort.

“Pat on the head.”

“Don’t be discouraged. You are the Child of Heaven; is there anything you can’t get? If it comes to it, just lock her up.”

“The person above, get lost! Feelings require mutual consent, understand? Little Xi, don’t be sad. We must take it slow; first, get her to recognize your face.”

“Let’s deliver takeout to her every day, right to her door.”

“I’m not sad.” Xi Jiang curled the corners of her mouth in a familiar way: “I’ll return the note to her in a bit.”

“Hahaha, go wash up before delivering it.”

“I think you need to find out what type she likes first, then tailor your approach.”

Chewing up the remaining hard shell of the mint, Xi Jiang’s thoughts drifted.

If she had liked Xu Lingling, did that prove she wasn’t against girls…

The residual taste in her mouth was very bitter. Before long, she arrived at Sister Yun’s place. Sister Yun was in charge of all deliveries for A University’s South Campus and was one of the founders of the university’s door-to-door delivery app. She was also the first source of warmth Xi Jiang had encountered upon arriving here.

Upon entering, she saw Sister Yun sitting at the computer in the shop, binge-watching a show. The shelves inside were fully packed; clearly, today’s packages had arrived.

She called out with a smile: “Sister Yun.”

“Mhm.” The woman in casual wear looked up and saw it was her, the corners of her mouth curling high: “Oh, it’s Little Xi~ What brings you here so late?”

“I’m picking up a package for a friend.”

“Oh, Little Xi made a friend? That’s great~”

Sister Yun pointed to the shelves in the back, signaling her to look around. Based on the zones, she quickly found Shen Yubai’s packages. There were several, but she only took one.

Meeting Sister Yun’s curious gaze, she shook the package in her hand and explained gently: “I’ll deliver the others for her tomorrow; this one is urgent.”

“Eh?” Sister Yun was even more confused. Her only answer was Xi Jiang’s slightly cheerful silhouette as she left.

“Bye, Sister Yun~”

“How did you know she had a package?”

“Our Little Xi is so smart. This way, she has a legitimate reason to go to her dorm and return the note.”

The sky had darkened. Xi Jiang hurried back toward her home. Glancing at the glowing text, she smiled gently: “I was just testing my luck. I’m going home to change my clothes first.”

An old dog barking by the roadside suddenly curled into a ball upon seeing her. Under the weak light of the streetlamp, she saw the address on the package.

Qiyang Garden, Building 14, Room 1420.

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