Pretending to Cultivate in Kindergarten-Chapter 203: Jiang Xueli’s First Experience

After the little fox secretly followed them for a while, Lin Zhengran and Jiang Xueli finally got into a taxi headed for the salon.

But as the car moved, Lin Zhengran gazed out the window, first puzzled, then helpless.

A bead of sweat rolled down his forehead.

That fox… is she really that bored today? Instead of going home, she’s trailing behind me from so far away?

Meanwhile, Jiang Xueli, sitting beside him, nervously bit her lip and tried her best to sound casual.

"Zhengran… After I finish dyeing my hair, why don’t we… find a place where you can try on your new clothes?"

Lin Zhengran turned to her. "Find a place to try on clothes?"

"Mm-hmm. And… I didn’t sleep well last night, so I want to take a nap at noon..."

Jiang Xueli stared straight ahead. Since the taxi driver was focused on the radio, as long as she kept her voice low, he wouldn’t hear their conversation.

"So… I was thinking… maybe we could… book a room for a while? You can try on your clothes, and we can rest a bit."

She rushed through the last part, stumbling over her words.

"I already told my parents this morning that I might be home late tonight, so we have plenty of time. And since you mentioned wanting me to make it up to you… why don’t we just…"

Blushing furiously, she quickly clarified, "But! Let me be clear! I don’t know what kind of ‘compensation’ you had in mind! I just want to try on clothes and take a nap with you! That’s it! If you have other ideas, that’s on you! Though… I wouldn’t mind, but I wasn’t thinking about that!"

Lin Zhengran couldn’t help but feel amused.

She’s really changed these past two years. Before, she would have just said the opposite of what she meant. Now, she’s actually trying to say it outright, even if she backtracks right after.

Jiang Xueli’s face grew redder as Lin Zhengran continued staring at her.

Then, he suddenly smiled. "Sure. Dyeing hair can be exhausting. Afterward, we’ll book a room, and you can nap with me after I try on my clothes."

"Ah—"

Jiang Xueli’s lips parted slightly, and her vibrant eyes widened in shock.

He agreed so easily?!

So, after graduating high school, he also wants to try… that kind of thing…

That grown-up thing.

Well, it makes sense. Ever since we hugged in our first year, nothing intimate has happened between us for two whole years. Even I’ve been holding back—how could Zhengran not feel the same?

Which means… today… today is going to be our first time…

It might be a bit early, but… no matter how close He Qing and I are as sisters, there’s only one first time for Zhengran, and it belongs to me.

As his girlfriend, of course I want it. I want it very much.

"O-okay…" Jiang Xueli whispered, lowering her head in embarrassment.

This time, she actively squeezed Lin Zhengran’s hand.

Then, as if surrendering herself, she leaned against his shoulder, voice still tsundere but filled with nervous anticipation. "After my hair’s done… we’ll go… and get a room."

"Mm."

Lin Zhengran held her hand tighter while using his other hand to gently play with one of her twin ponytails.

For once, Jiang Xueli didn’t snatch her hair back.

She let him touch it freely—because he would be holding her soon anyway, so what did it matter?

She was his girlfriend.

He could touch her anywhere, anytime.

—

Meanwhile, on the high-speed train, Little He Qing kept sneezing nonstop.

Staring out the window at the passing scenery, she missed Zhengran more and more.

For the past two days, she had felt this intense longing, like something in her heart was missing if she didn’t see him soon.

—

Before long, Lin Zhengran and Jiang Xueli arrived at the salon.

The crowd had thinned compared to the morning rush, but not by much—some people had left, but new customers had arrived.

After a short wait, it was Jiang Xueli’s turn.

She sat down in the chair, and the hairstylist confirmed, "You wanted a dye job, right? What color are you thinking? Based on your face shape and style, I’d recommend—"

"Blonde."

The hairstylist’s eyes lit up. "Yes! Blonde would suit you best!"

Jiang Xueli blinked.

Why does everyone think I’d look good with blonde hair?

So weird.

The stylist pulled out a color chart. "But there are different shades of blonde. Here are some options—take a look and pick one."

Jiang Xueli scanned the chart but felt they all looked similar. "Zhengran! Come pick one for me!"

Lin Zhengran walked over, glanced at the options, and pointed to a slightly lighter blonde. "This one. It’s nice."

The stylist nodded. "Good choice. Since your girlfriend has thick hair, a lighter shade will look better—too dark would be overwhelming. This one will give a more natural effect. Should we go with this?"

Jiang Xueli immediately nodded. "Yes! I’ll go with what my boyfriend chose."

"Alright then, let’s get started. Sit tight."

Jiang Xueli obediently sat still as the stylist prepared the dye, mixing the color and applying it evenly to her hair.

Then, an odd thought popped into her head.

A new ‘skin’… Once it’s done, Zhengran can test out how it feels—wait, no, how it looks!

The dyeing process was long and boring.

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At least, for most people.

For Jiang Xueli, however, the entire time her heart was restless.

Nervous. Excited. A little scared.

Our first time…

She had watched plenty of questionable movies alone growing up, but experiencing it firsthand was different.

I wonder what it’ll feel like…

And kissing—so many girls at school said kissing was soft and sweet, like eating cotton candy, but she couldn’t even imagine it.

I’ll get to experience it soon… So embarrassing…

The stylist checked her hair and suddenly noticed her flushed cheeks. "Your face is really red. Are you allergic to anything?"

Heads turned toward her.

Embarrassed, Jiang Xueli quickly waved her hands. She pointed to the infrared light overhead. "No, no! It’s just the light! I have fair skin, so it looks redder under it!"

She held up her arm. "See? My hands and arms are normal."

The stylist nodded. "Alright. Let me know if you feel uncomfortable. Your patch test showed no reaction earlier."

Jiang Xueli chuckled nervously. "I’m fine, really!"

She peeked at Lin Zhengran.

He was smiling at her.

Jiang Xueli blushed harder, hurriedly pulling out her phone and pretending to browse.

But in reality, she was just flipping between her alarm and calendar apps to distract herself.

Her heart was pounding.

—

At around 11 AM, the dye job was finally complete.

After rinsing off the dye and applying a hair-setting treatment, the stylist blow-dried her hair.

Jiang Xueli stared at her reflection, marveling at the soft golden hue.

Lin Zhengran approached. "It really suits you. A total transformation."

His praise filled her with even more satisfaction.

"I think it looks great too," she said, picking up a hair tie and styling her hair into twin ponytails.

Even the stylist and some customers turned to look.

"Wow, that really suits her."

Jiang Xueli examined herself in the mirror.

So this is how I look with blonde hair?

It actually looks… perfect.

She smoothed her hair down, then glanced at Lin Zhengran.

He ran his fingers through her hair, admiring it. "Shall we go? I’ll take a closer look later."

She understood exactly what he meant.

Blushing, she nodded. "Okay."

They paid, held hands, and left the salon.

On the way, they stopped to buy some snacks.

Then, without hesitation, they headed straight for a nearby hotel.