Unable to be Arrogant [Entertainment Circle] | Chapter 129 | Moments in Parallel Worlds | Novela.app

1. Back when they were still living in the rental house: Zhang Jin’an wanted to celebrate Jiang Siyang’s birthday, so he decorated the apartment with countless photos of him. Many of them had been bought secretly from Zhang Shuyu. 2. They made love that night. 3. The afternoon sun filtered through the thin curtains, casting a gentle warmth over the crowded rental house. Zhang Jin’an shifted slightly, sensing that Jiang Siyang was still fast asleep beside him. The quilt rustled softly with his movement. Zhang Jin’an turned his head to look at Jiang Siyang’s peaceful face. His eyelashes fluttered ever so slightly, and his breathing was steady and soft, as if he were immersed in a sweet dream. Zhang Jin’an couldn’t resist reaching out to gently brush away the stray hairs on Jiang Siyang’s forehead. As his fingertips brushed against the warm skin, a surge of affection welled up in his heart. His gaze drifted to the peach-pink marks on the younger man’s neck, and he hardly dared to imagine the "scattered stars" hidden beneath the covers. Just then, Jiang Siyang’s eyelids twitched, and he slowly opened his eyes. His gaze was still a bit hazy, but the moment he saw Zhang Jin’an, a tender smile instinctively graced his lips. He leaned in closer and gave Zhang Jin’an a light kiss on the corner of his mouth. Without hesitation, Zhang Jin’an gently licked Jiang Siyang’s lower lip. Jiang Siyang’s breath hitched for a moment before he responded, their movements carrying a silent, lingering understanding. After a long while, Zhang Jin’an slowly pulled away. Pressing his forehead against Jiang Siyang’s, he whispered, “Did you have a good nap?” Jiang Siyang smiled and replied, “Very good.” 4. And then, they made love again. 1. University IF Line: The first time Zhang Jin’an saw Jiang Siyang was in the library’s study hall. The youth sat by the window, the sunlight streaming through the glass to trace the delicate contours of his profile. He had his head down, writing diligently in a notebook. Occasionally, a breeze would drift through, ruffling the hair on his forehead and revealing a smooth brow. Zhang Jin’an recognized this junior; he was a freshman who had just enrolled this year. At the orientation gala, Jiang Siyang had spoken as the freshman representative, his voice clear and pleasant. Zhang Jin’an had remembered the name ever since. “Excuse me, is this seat taken?” Zhang Jin’an walked over and asked softly. Jiang Siyang looked up, his eyes a bit dazed. “Ah, no...” Zhang Jin’an sat down across from him and opened his textbook. He could feel Jiang Siyang stealing glances at him, but he pretended not to notice and continued to focus on his reading. After a while, Jiang Siyang seemed to hit a snag. He bit the end of his pen, frowning in thought. Zhang Jin’an spoke up at the right moment. “Do you need some help?” “Huh?” Jiang Siyang blinked, then smiled sheepishly. “Thank you. Would it be too much trouble?” “Not at all.” Zhang Jin’an stood up and walked to his side. Leaning over to look at the notebook, he began to explain the derivation of the formula. 2. University IF Line—Late Ambiguity Stage: “Senior, thank you for driving me back,” Jiang Siyang said as he unbuckled his seatbelt, turning to Zhang Jin’an. Zhang Jin’an’s grip on the steering wheel tightened slightly. “It’s late. I’ll walk you upstairs.” “There’s no need, I don’t want to trouble you, Senior...” “It’s no trouble,” Zhang Jin’an interrupted, his tone gentle yet brook no refusal. Jiang Siyang pursed his lips and didn't decline further. The two walked side by side into the elevator. The cramped space was thick with an ambiguous atmosphere. As the elevator doors opened and Jiang Siyang prepared to step out, his wrist was suddenly grabbed. “Senior?” Jiang Siyang turned back in confusion. Zhang Jin’an pulled him into his arms, lowered his head, and kissed his lips.