Closer to Revealing My True Self
Chapter 307 - 231 That Lovely Girl_1

Chapter 307: Chapter 231 That Lovely Girl_1

Feng Yi’s face was expressionless as he looked at the vacation-style villa before him.

He had driven back from out of town after receiving Steve’s call, but at this moment, he had no desire to go in. He was even considering whether he should just turn around and go home.

Following the location and the detailed address given by Steve, Feng Yi had found the place, and even before he got close, the scent molecules in the air had already told him what "cute girl" smelled like.

But he wasn’t interested in meeting this "cute girl" right now!

As he hesitated, someone approached. Seeing Feng Yi standing at the doorstep of the house, the person asked:

"Hello, are you Steve’s friend?"

Feng Yi looked over. It was a slightly overweight but spirited middle-aged man whose gaze carried a strong curiosity, as if he was pondering some mischief, yet without malice.

"Yes, I came to see him for something," Feng Yi replied.

"I live in this community and am also here to see him for something. Uh... You look a bit familiar." The man spoke in a hushed tone, tentatively saying, "Feng Yi?"

Feng Yi took off his sunglasses: "That’s me."

"Ah, hahaha! I really didn’t expect to run into you here!" The man was thrilled, and he shook hands firmly with Feng Yi, "My name is Wu Huan, Steve and I are fellow alumni."

Looking at the sun overhead, Wu Huan pressed the doorbell of the yard:

"Steve! I’m here! Open up!" After finishing speaking, he remembered the person standing behind him, "And Feng Yi is here too!"

"Feng Yi too?" Steve’s voice sounded delighted, "Close the courtyard gate after you come in."

Wu Huan and Feng Yi stepped into the front yard.

Now, it was not easy for Feng Yi to leave directly. Well, since he was already here.

Looking at Wu Huan walking ahead, Feng Yi asked, "Brother Wu, did Steve tell you about the... situation here?"

Not knowing if it was okay to disclose, Feng Yi didn’t spell it out.

Wu Huan’s eyes flickered. He didn’t turn his head, not letting Feng Yi see his expression, but simply stated calmly, "Oh, I know."

Feng Yi noticed that Wu Huan didn’t seem to be forcing himself; on the contrary, he was somewhat excited and looked forward to it. Even though he didn’t show it on his face, the emotional information emanating from him revealed his true feelings to Feng Yi.

Wu Huan indeed had his own agenda. Originally, he planned to invite Steve out for drinks in the evening, but Steve said he had plans today and was expecting a guest at home.

When asked who the visitor was, Steve didn’t say.

Wu Huan was a man of strong curiosity. The more Steve concealed it, the more he wanted to know the reason.

A celebrity once said, curiosity is the driving force of human progress!

Out of curiosity, Wu Huan made the excuse that he needed to install something at home by himself, but his electric drill was broken, so he came to borrow one. He had seen Steve use one a few days earlier and knew Steve had it.

He had intended to just take a look to satisfy his curiosity and leave without disturbing Steve’s hospitality.

Unexpectedly, he saw Feng Yi at the door!

This was exactly the right timing!

He had always wanted to have a face-to-face chat with this immensely popular online expert with striking good looks.

After the courtyard gate closed, the door of the house also opened, but Steve was on his phone talking to someone. He gestured to the two men to make themselves at home, then stepped aside to continue his call.

Since Steve said to make themselves at home, Wu Huan didn’t hold back. Apparently not his first time here, he confidently walked to the refrigerator.

"Feng Yi, sparkling water or juice?"

"Juice, thank you."

Wu Huan tossed a can of juice to Feng Yi, "This flavor is new, I think it’s quite okay. It doesn’t have any messy additives."

He opened a bottle of sparkling water for himself, took a couple of gulps, and sat down on the armchair next to Feng Yi.

"So, how is it? The taste is alright, isn’t it?" Wu Huan asked.

"Quite good," Feng Yi said with a smile. He had already figured out the hint.

"It’s my startup brand!"

"Impressive! It must be selling well on the market!"

"Hahaha, it’s okay, just managing. There are so many competitors, you have to keep innovating, or you’ll be quickly eliminated by the market."

Wu Huan, while laughing, was also serious as he looked at Feng Yi:

"Our company is looking for a new brand ambassador. Are you interested in this? I think you’d be a great fit!"

The contract with their last ambassador was about to expire and he didn’t plan to renew it, not because the ambassador was bad, but because they weren’t suitable, not matching the temperament of their new products.

For instance, the mixed juice that Feng Yi was holding was a new product developed by their company, which contained calville blanc apples.

The "calville blanc" he mentioned had nothing to do with snakes but was actually a type of apple, it’s just what people called it. These days, it’s fairly common in the market.

Wu Huan personally designed the drink, and the packaging was also adjusted accordingly. The color that was as striking and dazzling as a venomous snake, dangerous yet enticing, was something their current ambassador couldn’t quite handle. Feng Yi was the first person who came to Wu Huan’s mind when looking for a new ambassador.

Moreover, in terms of popularity, Feng Yi was not lacking; he was actually more popular than many minor celebrities, and his social standing was incomparable to that of ordinary idol artists.

Because he was old friends with Steve, Wu Huan had also followed Feng Yi for a while and agreed with innumerable others online — it would be a waste if Feng Yi didn’t join the entertainment industry with his good looks.

"We can discuss the endorsement fee. I won’t let you down!"

Wu Huan peered at Feng Yi with his earnest eyes.

Feng Yi had already made his decision on this matter, "Sorry, I don’t plan to get involved in the entertainment industry, and I’m not interested in endorsements."

Feng Yi had a stable source of income and there was no need to expand his fame through this kind of approach.

Seeing that Feng Yi truly had no interest in endorsements, Wu Huan pondered for a moment, "What about online promotion? Just through social media, take some promotional photos and shoot a short video or something like that? If you think that’s inconvenient, could you possibly include our juice in your regular videos?"

Feng Yi didn’t immediately reply. The juice in his hand did taste good, and it was free of unnecessary additives. If it was just including the juice in the videos when completing tasks, it might be possible, as he was actually drinking this kind of mixed juice himself.

Seeing that Feng Yi did not instantly refuse, Wu Huan’s face showed delight. However, he did not rush him and just patted Feng Yi’s shoulder, "Hey, you can think about it. I really believe in you!"

Speaking of which, Wu Huan stood up, preparing to make a trip to the restroom.

Feng Yi raised his head from his thoughts and saw Wu Huan walking towards that restroom. He quickly tried to stop him:

"Wait a minute!"

"What’s up?" Wu Huan looked at him.

"You... want to use another restroom? There’s another one at the corner on the first floor. How about going there?" Feng Yi said.

Wu Huan glanced at Feng Yi, then looked at the restroom a few steps away and raised his eyebrows.

A secret?!

Did that kid Steve hide someone?

While thinking, Wu Huan showed an unconcerned smile, "It’s fine, I know what’s in there. Don’t worry, I won’t blab."

Before his voice had faded, Wu Huan quickly walked to the restroom, turned the doorknob, and went in.

Then, he silently backed out and closed the door.

Quick and with extremely light footsteps.

His whole being seemed to have entered an extreme state, even holding his breath.

After the restroom door was firmly shut, Wu Huan hastily retreated several steps, turned, and ran behind Feng Yi before he finally took a deep breath, his face, pale from fright, regaining some color.

"My my, muah— Yah!"

Wu Huan yelped, his trembling voice slightly off-key.

Feng Yi looked at him: "You just said you knew."

Wu Huan slapped himself: "My fault! Too curious for my own good!"

Feng Yi continued: "You and Steve are old friends, you should know his ways and be prepared."

Wu Huan: "No! I wasn’t! And I never expected him to keep a snake in the rented house! Such a huge python! Just... just lying there in the bathtub!!!"

Feng Yi: "Specifically, that’s a anaconda, a green anaconda."

Wu Huan: "Oh, a green anaconda, huh. I glanced at it but didn’t look closely. Indeed terrifying!"

At this point, Steve, who had finished his phone call, also came out of a room.

"I’ve placed the drill at the entrance for you," Steve said to Wu Huan.

Sensing the strange atmosphere, Steve looked at Wu Huan, then turned to Feng Yi.

Feng Yi glanced towards that restroom.

Steve understood.

"Tsk, Wu Huan, you really... is it necessary?"

"It is necessary! Why would you bring such a big snake into a rental house!" Wu Huan shouted.

"What’s wrong with that? All the procedures are in order. I’ve even informed the original homeowner. It’s just being kept here for a few days," Steve said casually, waving his hand at Wu Huan, "Hurry on and take the drill back home."

After finishing, Steve called out to Feng Yi, "Come on! Feng Yi, let me introduce you to a super cute girl!"

Wu Huan looked at Feng Yi with a "So you’re that kind of guy too" expression.

Feng Yi: Sigh.

The world misunderstands me too deeply.

Steve opened the door to that restroom and led Feng Yi inside.

Wu Huan had initially wanted to storm off, but after a few steps, he stopped again, stretching his neck from a distance to look inside. Simultaneously fearful and curious.

Feng Yi gazed at the still figure in the bathtub.

The massive green anaconda nearly filled the tub.

Truly a heavyweight carnivore, if one just viewed the thick segment of its body, many would guess its length in the realm of seven or eight meters. More exaggerated rumors on the internet would even have it at ten to twenty meters.

However, green anacondas aren’t of a slender build. Feng Yi observed, estimating its length to be just over five meters, clearly a captive breed.

Wu Huan looked from a distance, saying: "You never know what a tenant has put in the bathtub."

Steve: "The owner has no objections, and besides, I’m planning to buy this place."

Because of Steve and Feng Yi, both skilled in handling snakes, Wu Huan was a bit braver; he had just not been prepared for the shock. Now, his courage swelled just that little bit.

Moving a few steps closer but still not too near, this time Wu Huan saw the big snake in the bathtub clearly.

"Will it lash out and bite?"

Steve: "Don’t be afraid, it’s not hungry right now."

Wu Huan: "..."

Steve: "What’s wrong?"

Wu Huan: "Those words have touched my soul."

Steve: "It has a really good temper, even better when it’s not hungry. As long as you don’t do anything to provoke it, it won’t mind you. She’s really a gentle girl."

Steve, like a smitten fool: "It smells a stranger, see how it looks shy yet curious. Oh~ I’m completely mesmerised!"

Feng Yi: "..."

Wu Huan: "..."

Facing that terrifying snake face in the bathtub and its seemingly emotionless eyes, Wu Huan touched his trembling little heart and decided it was time to leave quickly. His curiosity was satisfied, and he was utterly stunned.