The girl naturally thought Ye Wutian was joking, so she smiled sweetly and said, "It's just a bowl of noodles, it's not that serious."
Meanwhile, the girl with shoulder-length short hair beside her quickly took the opportunity to tease him, "I think he looks quite handsome. Since he's so sincere in offering himself, why don't you just accept him?"
"Wang Qiaoqiao, you're always making fun of me!" The girl exclaimed as she reached out to pinch Wang Qiaoqiao's arm, but Wang Qiaoqiao dodged cleverly, which annoyed the girl even more, making her stamp her feet and glare. Her playful and cute demeanor almost made Ye Wutian drool.
However, Ye Wutian was an experienced player in the love game, and he recognized instantly that this girl was not the frivolous type. Furthermore, given her gentle yet not simple nature, saying frivolous things upon just meeting her would only repel her. Therefore, Ye Wutian quickly hid his unrestrained side and said earnestly, "They say that even little favors deserve gratitude, let alone a big bowl of noodles. As someone who likes to repay kindness, I really don't like owing favors. How about you leave your name and number, miss? Later on, I would surely repay you manifold."
"My name is Lin Shiyue. You can skip the phone number," the girl said amiably. Being beautiful and reserved, she naturally wouldn't casually disclose her phone number. Ye Wutian didn't mind this, as he knew well that a woman like her wouldn't be won over in just a day or two, and the more challenging the woman, the more he was interested.
Ye Wutian nodded amicably and complimented her, "Shiyue, hmm! A name as beautiful as the person. I'm Ye Wutian, but I prefer to be called by my nickname."
"You have a nickname?" Wang Qiaoqiao looked at Ye Wutian with surprise.
Ye Wutian answered seriously, "Yes, my nickname is Handsome Pot."
"Handsome Pot? Hehehe, you really are quite full of yourself!" Wang Qiaoqiao laughed good-naturedly; she was more outgoing than Lin Shiyue, so her words were more straightforward.
"Sister Qiaoqiao, you misunderstand. While I am indeed handsome and graceful, I'm quite humble and never boast about myself. Even this nickname was given to me by others," Ye Wutian explained earnestly.
Ye Wutian's witty yet serious manner made both women chuckle.
After laughing for a while, Wang Qiaoqiao composed herself and said, "Alright, enough nonsense, I still have things to do this afternoon. Shiyue, let's go."
"Okay!"
The two women linked arms and walked past Ye Wutian.
"Ladies, take care. If fate allows us to meet again, please do give me your phone number next time!" Ye Wutian called out wistfully.
"We'll see next time," Lin Shiyue said without even turning her head.
After walking a bit further, Wang Qiaoqiao spoke meaningfully, "Shiyue, I think that guy was pretty interesting."
"Wang Qiaoqiao, you're not falling for him, are you? I really worry for the fellow at your home," Lin Shiyue said with a skeptical look.
"He's handsome and humorous, so it's no surprise if I liked him, but keep in mind, he was interested in you. Why didn't you leave a number? You know, once you miss this chance, there won't be another," Wang Qiaoqiao said with a playful grin.
Lin Shiyue just laughed dismissively, "I think he looks even younger than me; he could be my little brother."
Wang Qiaoqiao continued to persuade, "Isn't it trendy to date younger guys now? Besides, he's only two or three years younger than you. Why be so picky?"
"Hey! Wang Qiaoqiao, did he give you something nice for you to keep speaking so well of him?" Lin Shiyue rolled her eyes at her friend.
"I'm just looking out for you! A woman's youth doesn't last long, and you've already wasted most of it studying. If you don't seize the opportunity soon, you'll age without grace. I really don't get it. If I were as beautiful as you, I would've married some rich eligible bachelor long ago and enjoyed life instead of studying," Wang Qiaoqiao sighed and shook her head as if pitying Lin Shiyue.
"Alright, stop nagging. You're almost more bothersome than my mom," Lin Shiyue complained with a pout, although she knew what Wang Qiaoqiao was saying. She just didn't have the courage to accept the men who approached her, knowing well that most of them were only after her looks.
"Alright, I won't meddle anymore. Oh, remember not to be late for the Tangxing Company interview tomorrow, and don't dress up too much. The interviewer is a real wolf," Wang Qiaoqiao suddenly remembered and reminded her seriously.
"Got it," Lin Shiyue nodded in agreement.
Ye Wutian had initially planned to secretly follow the two women to find out where they lived, but now that he had overheard them mention Tangxing Company, he saw no need to track them anymore.
Right now, his stomach was full, but his accommodation for the evening was still unsettled, so he needed to think of a way to make some money to sustain himself...