After Kissing the Esports God, He Keeps Flirting With Me Chapter 95

【95】 A Little Bit of Brotherhood, But Not Much

When Wen Ran fell on that Drawing Night, Nan Xi was also present. But Wen Ran’s reaction speed was very fast; he almost didn’t give Nan Xi a chance to step forward and help him up.

Then Wen Ran left the venue.

Nan Xi wanted to go and say something to Wen Ran, but in the end, he didn’t open his mouth.

He only sent him a message asking how he was, but Wen Ran didn’t reply.

Wen Ran was too embarrassed at the time and didn’t look at his phone at all.

Although Wen Ran left, the procedures for the others had to continue.

Orange spotted Nan Xi in the crowd. He still remembered the favor the other party did for him and actively went over to greet Nan Xi.

“Nan Xi!”

Orange was holding a wine glass, though it contained only soft drinks.

“You’re here. Great.”

Nan Xi didn’t want to talk much with others right now, but the person had already come over, and the live cameras might sweep over them at any time. He couldn’t just ignore Orange completely, so he gave an “Mn” to brush it off.

“I haven’t properly thanked you for last time.” Orange was wearing a red suit tonight, playful and cute. He was a bit taller than Wen Ran, but his features were much more youthful. Tonight, he looked completely like a noble little young master.

“After the draw tonight, can we have a meal together?”

Orange knew that they definitely hadn’t eaten before coming. This was the best time to ask.

He never liked owing anyone anything. That day, he also blamed himself for being careless, getting drunk, and wandering on the streets. If Nan Xi hadn’t passed by and saved him, he didn’t know what would have happened.

To Orange, this was tantamount to saving his life.

Nan Xi refused without thinking: “No need.”

“Ah? Don’t be like that,” Orange pouted slightly in grievance. “We have to prepare for training matches next, so you definitely won’t have time either. You helped me so much; this is what I should do.”

“It won’t take up too much of your time, okay?”

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Orange stared at Nan Xi with sparkling eyes and even made a pleading gesture, looking just like a beautiful little fox acting spoiled. “I beg you, just this once. Let me feel a bit better in my heart. I’ve stayed in B City longer than you; there’s a particularly delicious shop you definitely haven’t been to.”

Orange was completely different from Wen Ran. Wen Ran never had so many words, never was this bold, and certainly never revealed a trace of a “begging” tone.

None of Nan Xi’s teammates were like this either. Basically, they could exchange a few sentences but weren’t particularly close.

Orange was right about one thing: he wasn’t that familiar with B City. However, he also wasn’t interested in the delicious shop Orange mentioned.

But looking at it now, Orange had taken the matter of his casual help to heart. If he didn’t give something back, he would feel uneasy.

If he didn’t go today, the other party would likely not let it go later. Better to settle it all at once.

Thinking of this, Nan Xi said “Okay.”

“Then it’s settled!”

Orange didn’t leave after finishing. He actively chatted with Nan Xi. “By the way, can I call you by your name?”

Nan Xi’s name was Jian Yu. Orange always felt that apart from the Captain, this person had a name as nice as his ID.

“Your name sounds really nice.”

Nearby, Fourteen, who happened to pass by and hear this, nudged Ling Han’s arm. “An Chenxia’s pickup skills are terrible. If he wants to get close to someone, just say it. Why insist on praising the name?”

Clearly, Ling Han’s name, Lu Xingye, sounded better, right?

However, he didn’t say this out loud, fearing this shameless Ling Han would think he was interested in him.

Ling Han looked at Fourteen with some resignation, grabbed his collar, and dragged him away.

Nan Xi: “……”

He felt a bit speechless. If this Orange had nothing to say, he could just not speak.

But since it wasn’t anything excessive, Nan Xi gave an “Mn.” “Suit yourself.”

Orange seemed to smile, then continued, “Do you not know my name yet?”

Nan Xi paused. He really didn’t know. His eyes and heart were only on Wen Ran; he didn’t care much about others. In the arena, he only saw these players’ IDs. As for their real names, he didn’t know and didn’t care.

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Nan Xi was very honest: “Don’t know.”

Orange wasn’t angry at all. Instead, he tilted his head at him. “My name is An Chenxia. The Chen from stars (Xingchen), and the Xia from summer (Xiatian).”

“Mn, got it.”

Orange could sense the other’s coldness and impatience, but since Nan Xi’s reputation in the Alliance was like this, he didn’t mind too much. It was probably just his personality.

Just like how Wen Ran liked to retort and curse people.

The heart wasn’t bad.

Wen Ran actually fell in front of so many people today and flung out a shoe lift. Orange felt embarrassed for Wen Ran just thinking about it. Based on Orange’s understanding of him, that arrogant Dawn had probably locked himself in his room by now. Should he go buy some rose pastries to coax him after eating with Nan Xi later?

But on second thought, the Captain would definitely coax him. He didn’t need to overstep.

After Orange stopped talking, Nan Xi didn’t take the initiative to say a single word to him.

Of the S-Group Jungle Kings, none were like him.

After the draw ended and everyone dispersed, Orange actively found Nan Xi and took him to the agreed-upon shop.

The shop was a bit far from there. Even after taking a taxi, there was still a long section of road to walk.

Because it had snowed two days ago, the ice and snow on the main roads outside had been cleared, but the small alleyways inside were different—dark and slippery.

“Jian Yu, let me tell you, I haven’t brought many people to this shop. I originally planned to call the Cap…” Orange stopped mid-sentence and forcefully corrected himself, “Originally planned to call my teammates to come together, but we never had time, so it got delayed.”

“You are actually the first person I’ve brought here.”

Orange’s tone was brisk. Suddenly, his foot slipped. After a cry of “Ah,” he fell to the ground.

Nan Xi was a bit concerned by this sudden situation. “Are you okay?”

Orange intended to wave his hand and say he was fine, but as soon as he stood up, a piercing pain came from his ankle.

“Hiss~”

He bent over, holding his ankle.

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Nan Xi frowned and stepped forward to grab Orange’s arm, helping him up.

“Can you still walk?”

Orange was a bit aggrieved, his tone carrying apology. “I seem to be in bad shape.”

His ankle hurt terribly now. Almost any slight movement sent waves of intense pain. In the middle of winter, Orange’s forehead was even covered in cold sweat.

“Let me call a car to go to the hospital first.” Orange didn’t hesitate. “Sorry, I might have to treat you another day.”

He told the driver the location, but the car couldn’t enter the small alley here. Just as Orange was agonizing over how to get there, Nan Xi suddenly scooped him up by the knees and carried him.

Orange had never been touched like this before. Suddenly being princess-carried, and by someone with such a handsome face, he couldn’t help blushing a little, unconsciously wanting to struggle down.

“Don’t move.” Nan Xi looked down at him, his hold tightening a bit.

Orange didn’t dare to speak anymore.

Pursing his lips, he let the other carry him, blushing slightly.

Nan Xi didn’t look like the very burly type, but he was tall with broad shoulders, and his arms were very defined. He picked up a grown man like him easily.

Orange was pressed against him now and could smell the scent on him.

A faint woody fragrance.

Nan Xi was very steady, basically not letting Orange shift much. Finally, he bent down and placed him in the back seat of the car.

Orange said thanks. He originally thought Nan Xi would leave directly, but unexpectedly, Nan Xi got in from the other side and sat next to him.

After arriving at the hospital, registration was on the third floor. Orange had trouble moving, so Nan Xi carried him up and down for X-rays and checks.

Such frequent intimate contact made Orange a bit embarrassed. Only when he finally settled onto the hospital bed did he breathe a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, the check result was just a common ligament strain. Applying medicine and resting quietly for half a month would allow recovery.

“Sorry. I planned to treat you to a meal, but now I’ve troubled you to help me again.”

Orange felt very apologetic. A perfectly good event was messed up by him like this, and he had to make Nan Xi turn around and be tormented by him again.

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“No trouble.” Nan Xi said, “Rest well.”

Orange burned with anxiety. “Then I’ll treat you next time, okay?”

Nan Xi didn’t answer directly. “Get better first.”

Nan Xi really didn’t understand why he was so obsessed with returning the favor. It was just a lifting of a hand. Moreover, he was Wen Ran’s teammate. Nan Xi hadn’t helped with anything major, just sending him to the hospital and accompanying him for a checkup.

Now that Orange was settled in the hospital, Nan Xi didn’t stay longer. After saying goodbye, he got up and left directly.

Orange looked at his retreating back, unconsciously attracted.

Who said he was a high-cold cool guy? He was clearly a handsome guy with a kind heart and a gentle nature.

The next day, Wen Ran came to pick Orange up.

He had thought it over and decided to call Wen Ran. Ever since clarifying the relationship between Wen Ran and Wind, Orange didn’t have as much hostility toward him. Although Wen Ran’s mouth was a bit mean, it was still very satisfying when he carried him to rank up.

They could be friends.

Wen Ran rushed over immediately after receiving the call and pushed open the ward door.

He really hadn’t misjudged his good brother!

Orange was a bit moved in his heart. “Dawn, I didn’t expect you to come so quickly…”

But Wen Ran walked straight up to him and lifted his blanket for a look. “Didn’t even put on a cast.”

“Just for this little thing, you called your Daddy over early in the morning?”

Orange: “……”

A little bit of brotherhood, but not much.

Translator’s Note:

“Flower Thief” (采花賊): A term often used in wuxia/martial arts novels referring to a criminal who targets women (a rapist or seducer). Jiang Yan is teasingly calling Wen Ran a lecher/pervert for “breaking in” while he’s naked.

“Eat soft rice”: An idiom for a man who is financially dependent on a woman (or partner). A moocher.

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“Keyboard”: Referring to “keyboard warriors”—people who talk tough online but can’t back it up. Eating a keyboard is a common bet/insult.

“Straw Boats Borrow Arrows”: A famous tactic from the Three Kingdoms period where Zhuge Liang used boats covered in straw men to trick the enemy into shooting arrows at them, thus collecting weaponry. Wen Ran is using a pun on “Arrow” (Jian) and “Bitchiness/Cheapness” (Jian), essentially saying “I’m not here to collect your bitchiness.”

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