Lin Feng ran to Su Xues room and poked his head inside. Xue Xue! Im going out! Meeting up with BunBun! See you later! He didnt wait for a reply as he charged to the front door. He quickly put on his shoes and grabbed his coat before slamming the apartment door shut behind him. Then he ran down the stairs and through the streets, all the way to the subway station in downtown Shanghai where hed agreed to meet up with An Xin.

Lin Feng looked around. Where is she? Why isnt she here yet? We agreed to meet up here right away! Whats taking her so long! He tapped on his watch, double checking the time, then took out his phone and looked if there were any messages. There was no word from An Xin. It felt like shed disappeared from the face of the Earth. The minutes ticked by, each next one slower than the last. He impatiently walked back and forth, searching the crowd for a sign of An Xin. Come on! Where are you? Hurry up already!

It was almost 30 minutes later when Lin Feng finally spotted An Xin. He waved at her and shouted, BunBun! What took you so long? Youre never this slow! Ive been waiting for 30 minutes! Its already six!

An Xin waved back at Lin Feng and walked up to him. Hey. Sorry. I couldnt decide what to wear and lost track of time.

What to wear? Lin Feng asked, confused. He looked An Xin up and down. Is that jacket new or something? It looks fancy, but didnt she wear that to school the other day too? And I cant really see what shes wearing underneath Looks like a blouse and vest? Whats so special about that? She always likes to wear a blouse and vest combo... He kept searching for an answer to his question, his eyes following down the curves of her body to her long, slender legs. That skirt is short, but it isnt all that different from the school uniform. Maybe its her leggings? Did she worry that its too cold for them? It is kind of chilly He scratched the back of his head and sheepishly asked, Uh, is it because you didnt know if it was warm enough for leggings? Its kind of cold, you know

An Xin glared at Lin Feng. Shed known something was up when he looked confused. And she definitely knew something stupid was coming when he was inspecting her clothes. But he still managed to catch her off guard. She yelped, The leggings are warm! She puffed in annoyance and continued, I wont argue with a blockhead like you! Come, were going to find a birthday present for Tang Tang!

An Xin walked Lin Feng to the shopping district. She glanced at him and noticed that he was looking at the shops they walked by in amazement. Go figure. He hasnt been here since moving to Shanghai. How typical. She nodded at him and asked, So have you thought about what you want to get Tang Tang? Is there anything specific youre thinking about?

Oh, me? Uhh Lin Feng scratched the back of his head. What should I get her? What do people get for their friends birthdays? He suddenly stopped and said, Oh! Right! What about that mall in Pudong? You know, the one we went to for the tournament? They should have something! Lets go and see what they have!

An Xin chuckled and asked, You do realize thats an electronics mall, right? They sell computers, mice, keyboards and all of that stuff. Is your big plan to buy Tang Tang a new computer?

Uh, hehe Lin Feng chewed on his lips, nervous. I guess a computer is too expensive But. But what about a keyboard or mouse? Those dont cost too much! Oh! Oh! I saw a really cool keyboard when we were there for the Finals of the Shanghai 16 School Tournament! Right before the games! It had all different coloured lights on it! I really wanted to get it!

An Xin placed her palm on her forehead and took a deep breath. Then she said, Were here to buy a gift for Tang Tang, and not for you. Do you think she would like that keyboard?

Lin Feng was taken aback by this question. He looked at An Xin but didnt say anything. Would Tang Tang like the keyboard? I dont know... What does she like? Hmm...

An Xin shook her head, smiling. He is so obvious. I should help him a little, or hell never get there. She said, Hey, Lin Feng. Try this. Think about the kind of things Tang Tang likes. Maybe its something she talks a lot about, or something youve seen her look at in a store window. Just something that shes passionate about.

Lin Feng scrunched his eyes and stared with great difficulty into the distance. Hmmm What does Tang Tang like? What does Tang Tang like? He suddenly snapped his fingers and shouted, Oh! I know! She likes money! Does that count? Can I just give her some money?

An Xin moved her head forward as her mouth fell open. It took her a good few seconds to recover from her shock. Then she exclaimed, Of course not! Money isnt a birthday present! Thats something lazy people give to people they dont really care about!

Lin Feng ruffled his hair and said, Ah, guess I cant give her money. Itd be pretty convenient though Oh, I know! He turned to An Xin and said excitedly, Tang Tang really likes League of Legends! And, and her favourite champion is Draven! I know just the gift for her! Its perfect! Shell love it!

If youre going to say that you want to give her a Draven skin Im going to smack you, An Xin interrupted.

Lin Fengs shoulders drooped down in defeat and the smile fell from his face. He asked, U-uh But I thought that was a pretty fun gift? Its something shes really passionate about!

An Xin closed her eyes and took a long, annoyed breath. Then she rubbed the back of her head, which had started to throb. Hes going to give me a headache if I let this go on any longer. Enough. Expecting anything out of you was clearly a mistake! Ill think of something for you.

The defeated look disappeared from Lin Fengs face. He smiled brightly and said, I told you I wasnt good at picking out gifts! Thats why I called you! Youre going to help me, right? Right!

Dont be proud of that, An Xin cut Lin Feng down. She looked into the distance for a brief moment and then added, You better treat me to an amazing dinner later.

Lin Feng laughed and said, No worries! I know the best restaurants in Shanghai! Ill take you to one thats really, really good! Youll love it! Their food is the best! I wanted to go and eat there again anyway, so this is perfect!

Wow! This is so cool! Lin Feng exclaimed, his eyes beaming. He was in a small League of Legends themed shop, browsing through a display of figurines. BunBun! BunBun! Here! Look at the Sona! Shes so big! And the Garen! Hes also really big! Oh! Oh! Ezreal! They have Ezreal! And Jinx! Theres a Jinx here! Look!

An Xin stood a few steps behind Lin Feng, letting him browse the different items. She smiled as he grabbed one figurine after the other, checking them out and shoving them in her face. She nodded and said, Theyre really big, yeah. Cool, right?

Yes! Lin Feng said. Then he looked at An Xin and said, BunBun, youre the best! How did you find this place?

An Xins smile grew wider and she replied, Of course Im the best! What did you think?

Lin Feng had stopped listening again. His full focus was back on the figurines. He excitedly said, Theyre all so cool! Hey, theres a Graves over there! Ohhh! I really want that Pulsefire Ezreal! Its the coolest one! Oh, and this one too! This one too! Also that one! He bit on his tongue and paused for a brief moment. Then he asked over his shoulder, Should I just buy a whole bunch of them?

An Xin raised her eyebrow and asked, Are you buying them for yourself or as a gift for Tang Tang?

Lin Feng picked up a Jinx figurine and held it up to An Xin. I feel like Tang Tang will love

An Xin smacked Lin Feng across his face, a clear slapping sound ringing out in the otherwise quiet shop. Stop fooling around! This isnt for you! Its for Tang Tang! Think, Lin Feng. Think! Would Tang Tang like this?

Lin Feng rubbed his face in pain but didnt argue any further. He turned back to the display and started earnestly searching for a gift. What would Tang Tang like? What would she like? This Darius No. I dont think so Maybe that Ahri body pillow? Eh Ooooh! He ran to another corner of the shop, which had bobbleheads of famous League of Legends players. Thats Fatty! BunBun! Fatty! Fatty! BunBun!

An Xins eyes went wide. Everyone in the store had stopped with what they were doing and were now looking at Lin Feng. And from him they looked at her. She felt her face burn up, slightly embarrassed to be linked to Lin Feng right now. She tried to signal him to quiet it down a bit, but he just took it as an invitation to be even louder. He ran at her with a bobblehead in his hand and shouted, BunBun! BunBun! Look at this! Its Fatty! This is so cool!

An Xin tried her best to ignore the stares. But it felt like they were burning into her. She grimaced for a brief moment, then turned to Lin Feng and forced a smile onto her face. Its very cute, yes. But you dont need to show me everything. Ill look around a bit for myself. You go and search for a gift for Tang Tang. A bobblehead of Fatty is not a fun gift, by the way. Just saying. She watched him run off again, this time going straight for another corner of the store. That warm smile returned to her face. I shouldve known this would happen. Hes just like a kid in the ballpark. Its kind of cute...

Lin Feng eventually settled on two items. The first was the 18 centimeter Jinx figurine hed found at the very beginning. He was convinced that was the right gift for Tang Tang and An Xin didnt really fight him on that, though that had more to do with his other gift than anything else. Hed found a Draven keychain that he fell in love with at first sight! Even as the girl behind the counter was wrapping it up, he was telling everyone whod listen that Tang Bingyao would absolutely love it and that it was the perfect gift.

An Xin just shook her head. He put his mind to it and tried to think what shed like. Theyre meaningful gifts from a brainless idiot. But theyre meaningful. Tang Tang will like them. She looked at the gift shed picked out herself for Tang Bingyao. It was a t-shirt with a teemo print on the front of it. I hope shell like this The size should be right at least.

Lin Feng suddenly grabbed the t-shirt from An Xins hands and held it up. Then he exclaimed, Thats really cool too! His eyes started beaming again before he continued, BunBun! Buy me a t-shirt too! I saw a Blitzcrank shirt in the back over there! Come, Ill show you! Its really cool too!

An Xin didnt let Lin Feng drag her along. She stared at him and said, This is a birthday present for Tang Tang. Last time I checked, its not your birthday yet.

The excitement vanished from Lin Fengs face. He prowled his lip and said, Oh, okay I understand. But! His normal grin began to surface again. When its my birthday, can you get me the Blitzcrank shirt? Come, Ill show you!

An Xin ignored Lin Feng and gave the t-shirt to the girl behind the counter. Then she said to Lin Feng, Well see about that when its your birthday.

Lin Feng grinned and replied, Good! Its settled then! And Ill also get you something for your birthday! I wont forget about it!

My birthday, huh? An Xin paused, staring off into the distance for a while. It wasnt until Lin Feng tapped her on her shoulder that she remembered where she was. She smiled faintly and said, Ill be looking forward to it.

Lin Feng took An Xin to a restaurant after they bought their gifts. Lin Fengs sense of direction was suddenly superb. He knew exactly which restaurant to go to for the most delicious food. Time flew by. And before they knew it, it was already 9 P.M. in Shanghai. The street lamps were on and bright lights shone from the large office buildings and shops all around them. Downtown Shanghai looked even more alive now than it did during the day.

Lin Feng grabbed An Xins hand and said, Thanks for today! You really saved me!

An Xin pursed her lips and complained, Ive saved you so often now, and all I ever get in return is a thanks

Lin Feng scratched the back of his head and said, I also treated you to dinner tonight!

Because I told you that you had to take me to dinner, An Xin countered, frowning.

Lin Feng looked confused and asked, What else do you want me to do?

An Xin tilted her head and thought about it for a moment. Then she shook her head and said, smiling, Forget it. Just remember, you owe me for tonight.

Okay! Lin Feng said, excited again. Just tell me what you want me to do and Ill do it! He then looked up at the signs above the subway station. An Xin had to turn right to catch her way home, and he could run like he had on the way downtown or take the subway in the other direction back home. He looked at her and said, Really, thanks.

I know, An Xin replied with a smile. Then she winked and added, See you tomorrow.

See you tomorrow, Lin Feng repeated.

An Xin took the subway home and walked the last bit. She turned her key in the lock and opened the front door. The moment she stepped inside, her mother poked her head into the hallway and said, An Xin! Youre finally home!

Her fathers voice followed soon after from the living room, Its almost 10! Where were you so late?

An Xin took off her shoes and lightly shook her head. Stupid dizziness. She then forced a smile and said, Nothing. I was just helping Lin Feng pick out a birthday present for a classmate. He couldnt even do that by himself. Hes really stupid.

An Xins father, An Aang, appeared next to An Lin and replied, So it was Lin Feng I see... No wonder youre home a little later than usual! How is he these days?

But before An Xin could reply, her mother butted in, Speaking of Lin Feng, its been a while since he visited us. BunBun, tell him to come over for lunch or dinner! Ill make all of his favorite things to eat.

An Aang laughed and added, Thats a great idea! We all know how much he loves your mothers sweet and sour salmon! He shook his head before continuing, Ive never seen someone eat with such devotion. Your mother is right, tell him to come over for dinner next time!

An Xin nodded and replied, Alright, Ill invite him and tell him you miss him. She then stretched her back and yawned. Mom, dad, Im tired. I did a lot of walking with Lin Feng earlier, so Im going to lay down on my bed for a bit.

An Aang looked at his daughter, worry quickly replacing his smile, and said, Take a bath first. The hot water will help you. Your body has alwa

Okay, okay! I get it! Just let me lie down on bed a bit first. Ill take a bath later, An Xin replied. Then she brushed past her parents and walked to her bedroom.

An Lin turned to her husband and whispered to him, Can you go see if she really is?

Dont worry so much about her. Im sure shell be fine, An Aang said. She went out for a walk. That counts as exercise. Thats a good thing.

But you know that she Mother An pursed her lips and turned to look at An Xin walking to her room. She took a long, deep breath and said, Im just worri AN XIN!

An Xin was walking down the hallway when she felt her knees go soft. The dizziness flared, dark swirls blocking most of her vision. She heard someone shouting loudly behind her, but it could just as well have been a church bell ringing. It was loud. And then it wasnt there anymore. She collapsed to the ground and was gone.

An Lin ran down the hallway screaming, AN XIN! AN XIN! She threw herself at An Xin, grabbing her daughter with both arms and lifting her up. AN XIN! AN XIN! CAN YOU HEAR ME? She felt for a pulse and pushed her daughters eyelid open. AN XIN! WAKE UP! AN XIN!

Indistinct shouts started registering in An Xins mind. She focused on them, clutching at them, slowly opening her eyes. I was out with Lin Feng And then Did I? She moved around, her mothers shouts finally starting to make sense to her. I got home Im home. She looked up at her mother and then smiled and nodded. Its fine, its fine. Im okay.

Are you sure? Can you stand again? An Lin asked. Do you want me to help? Can I do something?

An Xin reached past her mother at the wall and slowly pushed herself up to her feet. Thanks, but Im good. I just need to lay down for a bit. She pulled herself free from her mother and then leaned against the wall again. She closed her eyes and tried to dispel the last bit of dizziness. Seems like I pushed myself too much I need to get some rest.