Why Won’t the Heroine Break Up With Me? [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 34

After purchasing the weapons everyone needed, Yun Li and her two companions prepared to leave the weapons shop. As they turned around, they unexpectedly spotted Ou Yunru and Huang Xinyuan not far away.

The moment she saw Ou Yunru, Yun Li tightened her grip on the gem-encrusted dagger in her hand.

Did she see it?

She probably did, right?

Yun Li stole a glance at Tang Congyue, thinking that this person was definitely headed for a “chasing wife to the crematorium” scenario. Every time Tang Congyue lavishly spent money on Yun Li, Ou Yunru had witnessed it all. If she wasn’t destined for such a fate, then who was?

Tang Congyue had no idea what her girlfriend was thinking. She faintly noticed Yun Li looking over, but when she followed her gaze, she saw Yun Li staring straight ahead.

An illusion?

Tang Congyue pursed her lips slightly.

Yun Li wasn’t familiar with Ou Yunru and the others, so even though they ran into each other at the weapons shop, she had no intention of greeting them. On the other hand, Ou Yunru felt somewhat guilty upon seeing Yun Li. After their last encounter, she had gone to the base’s garbage disposal site, hoping to find the fragments of that white jade bracelet. Unfortunately, the garbage site was overflowing with trash. After searching for an entire day, she still couldn’t find what she was looking for. In the end, she had no choice but to leave the garbage site amid Huang Xinyuan’s incessant complaints.

Just like that, Yun Li and the others walked past Ou Yunru and the other girl.

Ou Yunru’s gaze unconsciously followed them. At that moment, Huang Xinyuan stamped her foot and muttered, “What’s there to be so proud of!”

It’s just weapons, isn’t it?

She’d have them too someday!

Ou Yunru snapped out of her thoughts and saw Huang Xinyuan’s angry expression. She didn’t quite understand. “Xinyuan, what are you so angry about?”

“…Nothing.” Huang Xinyuan didn’t want to talk about it.

“You don’t seem to like Yun Li very much. Why is that?”

Huang Xinyuan remained silent for a few seconds. “Why do you need a reason to dislike someone?”

She just couldn’t stand seeing Yun Li doing well!

This feeling had started back at the library. She didn’t know why she felt this way, but by the time she realized it, she already deeply despised Yun Li.

Ou Yunru didn’t know how to comfort Huang Xinyuan, so she simply patted her hand. “The base is huge. We won’t run into them every time. You… don’t pay them too much mind.”

“Who’s paying them any mind? If it weren’t for Tang Congyue, they’d probably be worse off than me.”

Hearing the name “Tang Congyue,” an image of a sickly-looking face surfaced in Ou Yunru’s mind. She was momentarily dazed before asking, “Speaking of which, I still don’t know if Tang Congyue is an ability user or not?”

She hadn’t looked at Tang Congyue’s chest area, so she didn’t know if she was an ability user.

“She’s not an ability user, but she’s incredibly strong. Back at the Fifth Cafeteria, she single-handedly took down four monsters all by herself. She’s amazing!” When talking about Tang Congyue, Huang Xinyuan’s eyes practically sparkled.

Seeing this, Ou Yunru seemed to understand something. She was speechless for a moment before saying, “Xinyuan, you’re not… you’re not in love with Tang Congyue, are you?”

Huang Xinyuan abruptly shut her mouth, a flicker of panic flashing in her eyes.

In love? In love with Tang Congyue?

No, that couldn’t be, right?

How could she possibly be in love with Tang Congyue!

Huang Xinyuan wanted to refute it outright, but then it occurred to her, was her intense dislike of Yun Li because she was in love with Tang Congyue?

Realizing this, her expression turned grim.

“Xinyuan, are you okay?” Ou Yunru gazed at Huang Xinyuan with a worried expression.

“I’m fine.” Huang Xinyuan lowered her gaze. After a long pause, she suddenly murmured softly, “Yunru, do you think… I still have a chance?”

“What chance?” Ou Yunru looked utterly confused.

“Tang Congyue.” She uttered the three syllables.

Ou Yunru’s expression turned peculiar.

Although she had only met Tang Congyue three times, Ou Yunru could sense that Tang Congyue wasn’t an easy person to get along with. Someone like that, once they set their mind on something, it might be for a lifetime, especially when it came to matters of the heart.

She slightly parted her lips, wanting to say something, but then she noticed the glimmer of hope in Huang Xinyuan’s eyes. In the end, she sighed and patted Huang Xinyuan’s shoulder.

“Xinyuan, you should give up.”

The hope in Huang Xinyuan’s eyes gradually faded away.

“Alright, don’t overthink it. Didn’t you want to check out the weapons? Let’s go take a look.”

Huang Xinyuan was in low spirits. Hearing Ou Yunru’s words, she could only muster her energy and turned her attention to the weapons in the shop.

…

Yun Li tucked the gem-studded dagger into her pocket, holding a bow and arrows in her arms. Beside her, Tang Congyue carried a Tang sword, while Zhu Yaqin gripped a spiked club.

As they made their way back to the residential area, they attracted quite a few stares.

Just as they were about to reach the residential area, a burly man, accompanied by three thuggish-looking men, blocked their path.

“What do you think you’re doing?” Zhu Yaqin tightened her grip on the spiked club.

Cai Mingzhen looked the three young women up and down, his murky yellow eyes lighting up especially when they landed on Yun Li. He stroked his chin and let out a sinister chuckle.

“Little girls, those weapons aren’t suitable for you. If you know what’s good for you, hand them over. Brother Cai might even go easy on you out of pity!”

Ugh!

Zhu Yaqin nearly vomited, realizing these men were here to rob them!

“You want our weapons? Then come and get them yourselves!”

“Oho, still feisty, are you? Don’t blame us for being too rough then!”

Cai Mingzhen snarled fiercely, waving his hand. The three thuggish men behind him charged forward.

Zhu Yaqin wasn’t afraid of them at all. She swung her spiked club with such force that even the charging men dared not get too close.

Tang Congyue pulled Yun Li’s hand, shielding her behind her back. The moment a man rushed at her, she lifted her foot and kicked him squarely in the stomach. The man let out a pained cry as he was sent flying backward.

Another man grew fearful, hesitating to advance. Only when Cai Mingzhen kicked him in the rear did he muster the courage to charge forward. He was wary of Tang Congyue’s legs but didn’t expect her to grip the Tang sword and strike his shoulder hard with the scabbard.

“Ah!”

The man cried out in pain. Before he could recover, Tang Congyue swept her leg out, and he soon followed the first man’s fate.

Seeing this, Cai Mingzhen knew he had run into tough opponents. Without a second thought, he turned to flee. At the sight, Tang Congyue narrowed her eyes, pulled out the throwing knives she had just bought from her pocket, and hurled one with a sharp flick of her wrist. The knife, still in its sheath, struck Cai Mingzhen squarely on the head.

With a pained yelp, he collapsed face-first onto the ground.

“What’s going on here?”

A familiar voice rang out. Yun Li and the other two turned to look and saw Tian Ran, whom they had encountered earlier.

“Captain Tian!” Zhu Yaqin had just spoken when she noticed the man she was fighting with showed signs of trying to escape. Without holding back, she struck his shoulder hard with her spiked club.

“Ah!”

The man screamed and collapsed to the ground.

“What happened? What’s going on?”

Tian Ran led her team over, her sharp gaze fixed on the four men writhing and moaning on the ground.

“Captain Tian, these four men tried to rob us! But we fought back and subdued them!”

Robbery?!

Tian Ran was taken aback, only then noticing that each of them was holding a weapon.

No wonder.

No wonder someone would attempt to rob them.

Tian Ran said a few words to her subordinates, and they hauled Cai Mingzhen and the others to their feet.

“These individuals have violated the base’s rules. Take them to the disciplinary room.”

Disciplinary room?

Yun Li looked at Tian Ran curiously.

Noticing Yun Li’s gaze, Tian Ran explained, “The disciplinary room is similar to a prison from before the apocalypse. After their crimes are assessed, they’ll be assigned to labor reform.”

Yun Li understood, nodding with a slight smile.

Seeing that Cai Mingzhen and the others had been taken away, Tian Ran turned to Tang Congyue and the others. “Do you need me to escort you back?”

“No need.”

Tang Congyue picked up the dagger nearby, her cool gaze sweeping the surroundings. “I doubt anyone else would be so foolish now.”

Some of the onlookers averted their eyes under her stare.

Tian Ran paused, thinking it over, and agreed with Tang Congyue. Besides, the fact that they could afford weapons suggested they had some capability. With that thought, she felt more at ease.

“Alright, then I’ll continue my patrol.”

“Go ahead.”

“Captain Tian, we’ll treat you to a meal another day!”

Hearing Zhu Yaqin’s words, Tian Ran simply smiled.

The three of them returned to the residential area. As they were heading upstairs, they ran into Zhao Jinhe coming down.

The four of them exchanged glances, and Zhu Yaqin was the first to greet Zhao Jinhe.

“Brother Zhao, good afternoon!”

Zhao Jinhe nodded at her and was about to head downstairs when he couldn’t resist asking Tang Congyue, “Tang Congyue, have you thought it over?”

“Thought what over?”

“About joining the team.”

“Haven’t decided yet.”

“Are you really planning to drift aimlessly through life in the base like this?” For some reason, Zhao Jinhe felt a sense of frustration, as if watching someone waste their potential. He sighed, “Tang Congyue, one thrives in adversity and perishes in comfort!”

Yun Li: “…”

Tang Congyue: “…”

Zhu Yaqin: “…”

No, surely it’s not that serious?

Tang Congyue simply ignored Zhao Jinhe, pulling Yun Li along as she passed him. Zhu Yaqin stayed behind, offering an awkward smile. “Brother Zhao, I think you’re exaggerating a bit. Look, we even went to buy weapons, which shows Tang Congyue has plans to go out and hunt monsters. Maybe she just wants to rest and build up her energy these days.”

Hearing this, Zhao Jinhe recalled the weapons he had seen on them earlier, even the seemingly delicate Yun Li was carrying a bow and arrows.

Suddenly, Zhao Jinhe felt a bit embarrassed. He cleared his throat lightly. “Alright, I understand.”

“Then I’ll head upstairs now?”

“Mm.”

Zhu Yaqin breathed a sigh of relief and was about to go upstairs when Zhao Jinhe called out to her again.

“Zhu Yaqin.”

Zhu Yaqin stopped. “Brother Zhao, what is it?”

“Don’t you want to join my team?”

Zhu Yaqin offered a polite smile. “I want to follow Tang Congyue.”

Given their close relationship, Zhao Jinhe could understand why Zhu Yaqin would say that.

“Alright.” Zhao Jinhe paused briefly. “I’ve taken on a mission these past few days and might not be back for a while. If Tang Congyue wants to join my team, she can wait for me.”

“Sure.” Zhu Yaqin agreed readily, though she had a feeling Tang Congyue probably didn’t want to join Zhao Jinhe’s team, otherwise, she would have done so long ago.

“You can head back now.”

“Okay.”

Zhu Yaqin climbed to the fourth floor and saw that the door to room 401 was open, knowing they had left it unlocked for her. She quickly stepped inside and closed the door behind her.

“Congyue, I still have some points left. Should I give them to you later?”

She felt a bit guilty about accepting the thousand-point spiked club.

“No need. It’s a gift from me.”

“Are you sure that’s okay?”

“Aren’t we friends?” Tang Congyue’s tone was calm.

“Yes.”

“Isn’t it normal to give gifts to friends?”

Zhu Yaqin felt a mix of emotions, touched by the gesture. “Thank you.”

Her tone was sincere, but it didn’t take long for her to slip back into her playful self. “I never thought I’d experience someone splurging on me like this, it feels amazing! Seriously amazing!”

Yun Li: “…”

Tang Congyue: “…”

Both of them smiled helplessly.

“By the way, Zhao Jinhe said they’ve taken on a mission and will be away for a few days. He mentioned that if you want to join their team, you can wait until they return.”

Tang Congyue nodded to indicate she understood.

Seeing this, Zhu Yaqin hesitated, wanting to say more.

Noticing her hesitation, Tang Congyue said directly, “If you have something to say, just say it.”

“What are your thoughts? Do you want to join Zhao Jinhe’s team?”

Yun Li also looked over.

Catching Yun Li’s gaze, Tang Congyue recalled how Yun Li had insisted on Zhao Jinhe’s strength even in her condition yesterday, and a surge of frustration rose in her chest. Without much thought, she replied, “I might form my own team. For now, it’ll just be the three of us.”

“Three is fine! We can start by leaving the base, practice coordinating, and see if we can find suitable teammates later.”

“Alright, we’ll head out of the base in a few days to check things out.”

Some of the agricultural machinery in Yun Li’s space required gasoline and diesel, so they needed to gather some fuel supplies.

“Sounds good, but there’s no rush. You should focus on recovering from your injuries first.”

Zhu Yaqin remembered that Tang Congyue was still injured.

“I will.”

“Okay, I’ll head back now.”

“Alright.”

After Zhu Yaqin left, only Yun Li and Tang Congyue remained in the room.

Tang Congyue noticed Yun Li playing with the gem-studded dagger, her delicate fingers looking even more refined against the sparkling gems.

“A-Li, do you like it?”

“…Yes.”

Tang Congyue knew her well, she was aware of Yun Li’s fondness for shiny, glittering things.

“I’m glad you like it.”

Tang Congyue moved closer, embracing Yun Li and gently kissing her cheek.

“But it’s so expensive. Don’t you feel bad about spending so much?”

“Points are meant to be spent. Why should I feel bad? Besides, you really like it, don’t you?”

Yun Li had to admit, Tang Congyue’s words pleased her. A faint smile touched her lips as she allowed Tang Congyue to hold her and continue showering her cheeks with light kisses.

Slowly, her lips landed at the corner of Yun Li’s mouth, while her other hand rose to turn Yun Li’s head, guiding the kiss directly onto her lips.

She gently sucked and nibbled, and after a moment, her wet, agile tongue pried open Yun Li’s lips, exploring every inch of her mouth with deliberate slowness. Then, her tongue entwined with Yun Li’s, tender and lingering.

Yun Li’s breathing grew heavier, and her hands rested on Tang Congyue’s shoulders as she gradually yielded to the kiss.

The kiss lasted over ten minutes. When Tang Congyue finally pulled away, Yun Li’s cheeks were flushed crimson, her slightly swollen lips glistening with moisture, clearly well-tended, and her captivating peach-blossom eyes were misty, capable of stirring anyone’s heart with just a glance.

“A-Li.”

Tang Congyue’s throat moved as she cupped Yun Li’s warm cheek, her thumb gently stroking Yun Li’s rosy lips.

“Hmm?” Yun Li responded softly, like a kitten.

Hearing this, Tang Congyue felt a tickle in her heart and couldn’t resist planting another kiss on those irresistibly alluring peach-blossom eyes.

“A-Li, you’re so beautiful.”

So beautiful that she wanted to devour her whole, to keep them together every moment.

Tang Congyue’s dark eyes deepened.

Yun Li didn’t quite catch what Tang Congyue had said, only feeling enveloped by the innate cool, refreshing scent that clung to her.

“Congyue…”

She murmured softly.

“I’m here.”

Yun Li fell silent, simply gazing at Tang Congyue with her dew-dampened peach-blossom eyes.

Seeing this, Tang Congyue narrowed her eyes slightly, leaned in closer, and whispered intimately by her ear, “Do you want it?”

Her voice was low, tinged with a hint of huskiness.

The words sent a shiver through Yun Li, snapping her back to reality. She pushed Tang Congyue away with her hands, silently conveying her refusal.

At this, Tang Congyue sighed regretfully, then straightened up and patted Yun Li’s back.

“A-Li, take me into the space.”

“Hmm?”

“There’s still time now. I want to till the black soil.”

Yun Li: “???”

Is she that dedicated to work?

Yun Li couldn’t understand it, but seeing Tang Congyue so earnest, she was happy to exhaust her labor, better that than having her wreak havoc in bed.

With that thought, Yun Li took Tang Congyue’s wrist, and with a mere thought, they appeared in the living room of the farmhouse.

At that moment, Tang Congyue patted Yun Li’s head. “A-Li, if you have nothing to do, why not practice with the bow and arrows?”

Yun Li thought it was a good idea. After Tang Congyue left the farmhouse, she set up the empty water bottle Tang Congyue had finished that morning, stepped back about three meters, and began fiddling with the bow and arrows she had brought into the space.

After studying them for a while and getting a rough idea of how to use them, she nocked an arrow, drew the bowstring, and aimed the sharp tip at the water bottle in the distance.

Whoosh!

Yun Li released her grip, and the arrow shot out, missing the water bottle entirely.

Yun Li: “…”

The strength was there, but her aim was off.

Pursing her lips, she drew another arrow, nocked it, and pulled the bowstring.

She repeated this process over and over. After fifty arrows had been shot, the water bottle remained untouched, not even a glancing blow!

Yun Li took a deep breath and began to doubt herself.

No, she had to keep going.

It’s just a bow and arrow, right?

Sooner or later, she would master it!

Thinking this, Yun Li strode forward with a confident and spirited air, picking up all the arrows she had shot before continuing her practice.

This time, however, she employed a small trick, shortening the distance between herself and the plastic water bottle.

With this adjustment, she refused to believe she still couldn’t hit it!

Yun Li nocked an arrow, drew the bowstring, and with a whoosh, the sharp arrow grazed past the water bottle.

Good!

The little figure inside her heart leaped with excitement, nearly making her jump on the spot. Then, she took a deep breath and once again nocked an arrow and drew the bow.

Whoosh!

Thump!

This time, Yun Li actually managed to hit the water bottle.

Ah!

Amazing!

Yun Li was so thrilled she jumped up and down right where she stood. But then, realizing how childish this behavior was, she cleared her throat lightly and regained her composure. She retrieved the water bottle that had flown away due to the impact, pulled out the arrow, and continued her practice.

She practiced for a full two hours, only stopping when her shoulders and arms began to ache.

“There’s plenty of time ahead.” Yun Li muttered to herself. At that moment, she thought of Tang Congyue and left the farmhouse, gazing into the distance where Tang Congyue was driving a tiller on the black soil.

Tang Congyue had excellent eyesight. From afar, she noticed Yun Li standing at the farmhouse gate. Her dark eyes brightened slightly, and she raised a hand to wave.

Yun Li: “…”

She chuckled softly and waved back.

After this exchange, Yun Li returned to the farmhouse, deciding to take a break.

Though she called it a break, Yun Li simply sprawled on the living room sofa playing a single-player game. She had no idea how much time had passed when Tang Congyue returned.

Seeing her like this, Tang Congyue raised an eyebrow slightly.

“How did the practice go?”

Could she have been playing on her phone the whole time?

Of course, though Tang Congyue thought this, she didn’t voice it out loud.

At the mention of this, Yun Li perked up. She scrambled up and grabbed the riddled plastic water bottle from the coffee table.

“Look!”

Tang Congyue glanced over and saw the water bottle, now barely recognizable.

“Hmm?”

“I used this for practice. Look, I shot it full of holes. Am I impressive or what?”

So, she really did practice after all?

Tang Congyue was surprised. Seeing Yun Li’s expression, clearly seeking praise, she smiled faintly. “Our A-Li is truly amazing. You’ll surely become a master archer in the future.”

Yun Li was satisfied but deliberately replied with modesty, “Oh, not at all. I still need a lot more practice.”

“Once we’re done with the fieldwork, we’ll go out and find some monsters for you to practice on.”

Yun Li: “!!!”

She was stunned.

“Th-That doesn’t seem very appropriate, does it?”

“What’s inappropriate about it? Don’t worry, I’ll control the monsters and have them serve as your targets.”

Yun Li: “…”

Thanks a lot.

But soon, the thought of being able to take down monsters one by one with her arrows made her feel quite impressive just imagining it.

“Alright, it’s settled then.”

“Good. I’ll go make dinner. What would you like to eat?”

“Whatever you decide.”

Knowing Tang Congyue’s cooking skills were average and ingredients were limited, Yun Li had no desire to make requests.

“Alright, then I’ll just whip up a few simple dishes.”

“Mhm, mhm.”

…

After dinner, Tang Congyue went back to driving the tiller. Yun Li couldn’t help but admire her dedication.

She is truly too dedicated, Tang Congyue’s name must be on the list for the Annual Dedication Award!

In the end, Yun Li’s heart softened.

She wasn’t a heartless capitalist, after all. Seeing Tang Congyue pushing herself so hard, especially while still injured, she quickly called her back and led her to Room 401.

“Alright, we’ll deal with the plowing tomorrow. For now, go take a bath!”

A bath?

Tang Congyue’s eyes flickered slightly. “A-Li, will you help me?”

Yun Li: “…”

Heh, she wasn’t going to fall for it again.

She couldn’t even be bothered to respond to Tang Congyue, sitting on the sofa with her back turned toward her.

Tang Congyue: “…”

What a pity. She had wanted to linger intimately with A-Li a while longer.

With a sense of regret, Tang Congyue headed into the bathroom.