The Cold Goddess Always Wants to Turn Me Gay (GL) - Chapter 10

The day before the Mid-Autumn Festival, Zhou Tong and Han Yin rushed home right after class. Yu Xinxin had originally planned to head to North City that day—her heart was entirely focused on Qin Rui, and she couldn’t wait to fly to him that very night. But because of the holiday, tickets were nearly impossible to get. In the end, she settled for one departing the next day. Still, after using the ticket-grabbing app nonstop for a whole day and night, she only managed to get a standing ticket on a slow green train. Yu Xinxin felt defeated. After struggling with the decision for a while, she gritted her teeth and accepted her fate.

And so… only she and Wei Zhi were left in the dorm.

Glancing at the cold beauty beside her, who hadn’t spoken a word since walking in and was completely absorbed in her book, Yu Xinxin felt she had to break the eerie silence.

She thought for a moment and carefully spoke, “Um… Wei Zhi, do you have any plans for Mid-Autumn?”

“…” The cold beauty didn’t answer. She flipped a page with her hand, her lips parting slightly, “No.”

Yu Xinxin looked at the quiet girl in front of her and pressed on, unwilling to give up. “I heard Jiang has a lot of famous spots. Aren’t you going to see them?”

“No interest,” Wei Zhi replied flatly.

“I also heard Jiang has lots of tasty street food. Want to try it together?”

“Stomach problems. Can’t eat spicy or greasy food.” Her tone dipped slightly.

“I heard the museum has a painting and calligraphy exhibition for Mid-Autumn. Want to go see it?”

“No.”

“I also heard—”

“You sure heard a lot of things, huh?” Wei Zhi cut her off, closing her book with her left hand and turning to look at her expressionlessly.

Yu Xinxin felt a bit uneasy. Did she say something wrong? It didn’t seem like it…

Wei Zhi studied the girl in front of her. Her eyes looked innocent, like a frightened little rabbit—soft and cute. Was she really that scary?

Adjusting her tone to sound softer, she said, “I just meant, you seem to know a lot about Jiangcheng.”

Yu Xinxin noticed the shift in her tone and bravely replied, “It’s actually my first time here. Zhou Tong told me those things. I just thought, since I’ll be gone, and you’ll be here alone… I didn’t want you to feel lonely. So I thought maybe you could go out and have some fun.”

“Do I come off as boring?” Wei Zhi asked. She figured the little bunny thought she was too dull and wanted to help her loosen up.

“No, not at all! Don’t misunderstand. I was just worried about you,” Yu Xinxin explained quickly. If she had said yes, she’d probably get the cold shoulder all over again.

“You’re worried about me?” Wei Zhi repeated. It was the first time someone had ever said that to her.

“A little bit. I think you should go out more. Don’t always be alone. I mean, you’re really pretty. You should be… more full of life. Don’t… don’t always be…”

“Don’t always have that cold face all day long?” Wei Zhi asked.

“I didn’t say that! You said that yourself.” Realizing the words sounded bad, she quickly added, “Don’t get me wrong—I don’t think that at all.”

Wei Zhi was in a good mood now—maybe because the girl’s panicked face was kind of cute. She smiled lightly. “Do you really think I’m that pretty?”

She knew what she looked like. Since she was young, people would always stare in awe. She’d long gotten used to it. But after going through a lot, she stopped caring about most things—including herself. That’s how she ended up in the hospital.

Yu Xinxin looked at her carefully. Her long, ink-black hair was tied up casually, and her cold eyes softened with her smile. A few strands of hair danced in the night breeze. Her lips were nicely shaped but pale. For some reason, Wei Zhi’s smile felt fragile—like sunlight hitting a bubble, glowing with rainbow colors but ready to burst at the lightest touch. So beautiful, yet so delicate.

Yu Xinxin blinked, pushing aside her strange feelings. She figured it was safer if Wei Zhi stayed in the dorm. A face like that—going out would be way too dangerous.

“You’re very pretty. Super pretty,” Yu Xinxin said honestly.

Wei Zhi laughed at her straightforwardness, eyes curved in a smile, her lips lifting to reveal perfect white teeth.

“Well, since I’m so pretty… how about I be your girlfriend?” Wei Zhi looked at the stunned girl and blurted it out.

The words caught both of them off guard.

Yu Xinxin’s eyes widened and her heart skipped a beat. “Y-you… What did you say? I have a boyfriend!”

Wei Zhi came back to her senses and felt a bit annoyed at herself. “Just joking. Don’t take it seriously.” But seeing Yu Xinxin’s reaction, a wave of disappointment washed over her.

Yu Xinxin relaxed a bit but was still shaken. “You scared me.”

“Sorry,” Wei Zhi said quietly.

“It’s fine, it’s fine. It’s getting late. We should go to bed.” Without waiting for a reply, she climbed into bed. Scared the life out of me! Wei Zhi, as my girlfriend? I’d be hunted down by every guy in school.

Wei Zhi sighed helplessly. After washing up and turning off the lights, she climbed into bed. Yu Xinxin was already fast asleep.

Moonlight streamed through the dorm window. The beds were pushed together, with a small movable table at the foot, so they slept head-to-head.

Wei Zhi leaned against the wall, watching the sleeping girl. She seemed to be having a bad dream—her delicate brows furrowed slightly. Wei Zhi reached out, wanting to smooth her forehead, but her hand stopped in midair. A flicker of hesitation crossed her eyes, and she pulled her hand back. Yu Xinxin’s eyes were closed, her long lashes casting soft shadows. Her rosy lips moved slightly in sleep.

Wei Zhi turned away, heart tightening.

It was only a couple years ago that Wei Zhi had figured out her own orientation. Sharing the same one as that person had made her feel disgusted… even toward herself. It had also made her colder and more distant.

But maybe after spending so long in the cold, she started to crave warmth—to love the sunlight of spring, the heat of summer, even the fireflies at night. Then, one day, she saw those dazzling eyes… and her heart rippled for the first time.

A bitter smile crept onto her lips. Someone like me… what right do I have to want anything?

In the darkness, Yu Xinxin turned over and kept sleeping. Wei Zhi glanced at her and unknowingly smiled.

If Yu Xinxin had opened her eyes at that moment, she would’ve seen a different face—so gentle, it could move hearts.

The next morning, when Yu Xinxin woke up, the dorm was empty. Wei Zhi was gone. After washing up, she started packing. It was only a two-day trip, but girls always had a lot to bring. By the time she finished, her stomach was growling, and it was almost 10 a.m. Time to find food.

Suddenly, the door opened. Wei Zhi returned, wearing a long white chiffon dress. It hung off her shoulders, ethereal yet elegant. She handed Yu Xinxin a bag.

“Breakfast,” she said with a soft smile. “It’s for you.”

“Thanks!” Yu Xinxin took it. It was soup dumplings from her favorite stall near the school gate, along with a warm cup of milk.

“How did you know I liked these dumplings? Even the milk is warm.”

“I just picked the dumplings at random. As for the milk—I can only drink it warm too, so I got you one as well.” She didn’t mention how she’d gone out of her way to get it—or how some guys had tried to ask for her WeChat at the shop.

Wei Zhi’s eyes glanced at the suitcase behind the door, her expression dimming. “What time is your train?”

Yu Xinxin, too busy eating to notice the change in her tone, answered with a mouthful of food, “Mm… 9 p.m., I’ll get there in the morning.”

Wei Zhi frowned. “That late? You’ll be on the train overnight?”

“Yeah. No choice—tickets are hard to get this time of year.”

“How about—” Don’t go.

But the rest of the sentence never came out.

Yu Xinxin waited but didn’t hear anything more. “How about what?”

“Nothing. Are you going to the station alone?”

“Lu Chen will take me,” she replied while sipping milk.

“Okay. Be careful.” With that, Wei Zhi said nothing else and sat on the balcony with a book.

“What are you doing today? Want to go somewhere? I can come with you.” Wei Zhi looked so delicate and lonely—like a bubble about to pop. Unreal.

“…No need. I’ll be at the art studio this afternoon.” She smiled at Yu Xinxin’s worried face. “You should nap this afternoon—you probably won’t sleep tonight.”

Yu Xinxin thought that made sense. Green trains were already uncomfortable—and she had a standing ticket. It would be a long night.

“Alright then.”

That afternoon, Wei Zhi went to the studio. After checking her luggage, Yu Xinxin took a nap.

In the studio, wooden easels stood in rows, plaster sculptures stacked in corners. The weather had cooled, and Wei Zhi picked a spot near the window. The sunlight warmed her gently. She adjusted her canvas and tried to calm her thoughts.

The breeze brushed her cheeks, and in it, she imagined someone’s soft laughter. She closed her eyes and shook her head lightly, looking outside instead. On the windowsill sat a piece of clear glass. It scattered light into rainbows—like someone’s bright, starry eyes. So pure and dazzling.

She sighed, feeling a little lost.

“Bzz bzz bzz…” Her phone buzzed.

Wei Zhi looked at the name on the screen, and her face darkened slightly.