Phoenixes Singing in Harmony

This was the first day Jing Jing and Chong Jing were officially dating. What were you supposed to do when you were in love? What did other people do? The question surfaced in Jing Jing's mind, then quickly faded. There was no need to imitate other people. She could just follow her heart and do whatever she wanted. For instance, when Chong Jing moved her chair closer, Jing Jing felt a sudden warmth in her heart. Giving in to impulse, she leaned over and kissed Chong Jing on the cheek as she bent over her book. The moment she realized what she had done, she straightened up as if nothing had happened.

Chong Jing stood up at once and stared at Jing Jing, who was pretending to be innocent. Then, with a mischievous air, she pulled out a tissue and wiped her cheek. Seeing the hurt look on Jing Jing's face, she swiftly cupped her rosy cheeks and kissed her on the lips. Supporting Jing Jing's shoulders as she went limp, Chong Jing wore an expression that said, "I win."

They were both flushed and breathing unevenly, but neither would back down.

"You're making it hard for me to read."

"You interrupted me first. This is payback."

They said no more. Only one book lay open on the table. Chong Jing held it down with her left hand, while Jing Jing turned the pages with her right. Under the table, their hands had somehow become entwined, fingers interlaced.