《The Goddess and the Ugly Duckling》


 CH 1

    It was break time for the first year senior high school students of class three, and everyone was busy happily playing around and making a ruckus, well... everyone except for Yu Xiaoya, who sat all the way back in the last row. Yu Xiaoya had no other person sitting beside her, so she simply say there alone, drawing on her sheet of paper in silence.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    Yu Xiaoya hung her head low, her eyes feeling a bit teary.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    Since her dad''s car had broken down, he stopped a taxi to take him and her mother back home. Yu Xiaoya had a chance to look around the bus after they left, vacantly checking out the environment around her. It was a bus that seated thirty, and apart from the driver, there were two other teachers.


    After hearing this, Yu Xiaoya lost all hope. In order to continue their studies, her parents had held off on dating and marriage. Her mother hadn''t even met her father until she was twenty-eight, and after getting married, they had her soon after.


    Yu Xiaoya


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    She had just turned sixteen this year, so now she stood at one hundred and sixty-five centimetres in height. In a small town located in the southern part of the country, such a height was already considered rather tall for a girl. After she making it to high school, she sat in the very last row inside the classroom, and due to the total students in the class being odd, she was the unlucky person who was stuck without a desk mate.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    At dinner that night, both her parents said, "Xiaoyu, we bought a new house, but even though it''s a bit far from your high school, you will be able to have a sun facing room of your own. Dad and mum will like to know if it''s okay for you to go to the school''s winter camp this year, since the two of us were planning to go there during the winter holidays to fix it up?"


    Since her dad''s car had broken down, he stopped a taxi to take him and her mother back home. Yu Xiaoya had a chance to look around the bus after they left, vacantly checking out the environment around her. It was a bus that seated thirty, and apart from the driver, there were two other teachers.


    After hearing this, Yu Xiaoya lost all hope. In order to continue their studies, her parents had held off on dating and marriage. Her mother hadn''t even met her father until she was twenty-eight, and after getting married, they had her soon after.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    Whipping her head up abruptly, Yu Xiaoya went looking for her roommate, soon noticing the teacher handing a pair of keys to a pretty girl sporting a faux-hawk.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    Yu Xiaoya simply continued drawing and watching anime. Recently, she was really into shoujo-themed works, the stories within them thoroughly satisfying her fantasy''s. The warm smiling childhood friend, the gentle and dashing senior, the insanely cool school heart-throb, all those awesome guys, towards the female lead¡ªto this average run of the mill girl¡ªwould shower her in kindness and offer her their undying love and loyalty.


    Is that?


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    Yu Xiaoya simply continued drawing and watching anime. Recently, she was really into shoujo-themed works, the stories within them thoroughly satisfying her fantasy''s. The warm smiling childhood friend, the gentle and dashing senior, the insanely cool school heart-throb, all those awesome guys, towards the female lead¡ªto this average run of the mill girl¡ªwould shower her in kindness and offer her their undying love and loyalty.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to disappoint her parents in this regard though, and was well aware they were long disappointed in her studies. From since she was little until now, her last place status, seemed to make them feel the regret of one''s child had failing to live up to one''s expectations. Yu Xiaoya was also aware of her parents were highly educated status, hence their one and only daughter''s troubles with her studies was a bit hard to grasp, thus she hoped to let them worry a bit less in other aspects.


    Yu Xiaoya hung her head low, her eyes feeling a bit teary.


    "Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya, you two will be on the first room on the second floor of the building on the left."


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    Whipping her head up abruptly, Yu Xiaoya went looking for her roommate, soon noticing the teacher handing a pair of keys to a pretty girl sporting a faux-hawk.


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    It would be a lie to say hearing something like that didn''t make her sad, especially when Yu Xiaoya herself did not think she was ugly. But every time she caught her reflection in the mirror, seeing that bumpy and rough face of hers, she also couldn''t describe herself as a beauty.


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    It was break time for the first year senior high school students of class three, and everyone was busy happily playing around and making a ruckus, well... everyone except for Yu Xiaoya, who sat all the way back in the last row. Yu Xiaoya had no other person sitting beside her, so she simply say there alone, drawing on her sheet of paper in silence.


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    Yu Xiaoya''s mother had consoled her, saying, "When I was your age, I had a lot of pimples too, but I never had them after puberty." Yu Xiaoya looked at her mother''s bright and smooth face, almost believing the older woman''s words. That is, she would have, if not for her father chiming in: "Yeah, back then then when I met your mother on a blind date, I asked her why her face was so pimply and she told me it was because she ate meat."


    Over twenty students from different classes and grades has participated in the school''s winter camp, most of whom were unfamiliar with the person seated beside them.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want her parents to send her teacher a gift, she didn''t want to be special and have the teacher call on her every time to answer a question in class. To her, such a thing would cause nothing but pure torment.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    After hearing this, Yu Xiaoya lost all hope. In order to continue their studies, her parents had held off on dating and marriage. Her mother hadn''t even met her father until she was twenty-eight, and after getting married, they had her soon after.


    Even though it was four in the afternoon, because parents were worried their kids would get carsick along the way, they were all given light lunches, so now everyone was so hungry, their stomachs had practically started to growl.


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    It was break time for the first year senior high school students of class three, and everyone was busy happily playing around and making a ruckus, well... everyone except for Yu Xiaoya, who sat all the way back in the last row. Yu Xiaoya had no other person sitting beside her, so she simply say there alone, drawing on her sheet of paper in silence.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    It was break time for the first year senior high school students of class three, and everyone was busy happily playing around and making a ruckus, well... everyone except for Yu Xiaoya, who sat all the way back in the last row. Yu Xiaoya had no other person sitting beside her, so she simply say there alone, drawing on her sheet of paper in silence.


    After all, to a sixteen year old girl, twenty-eight years old is already an extremely long time.


    At dinner that night, both her parents said, "Xiaoyu, we bought a new house, but even though it''s a bit far from your high school, you will be able to have a sun facing room of your own. Dad and mum will like to know if it''s okay for you to go to the school''s winter camp this year, since the two of us were planning to go there during the winter holidays to fix it up?"


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    Yu Xiaoya hung her head low, her eyes feeling a bit teary.


    At dinner that night, both her parents said, "Xiaoyu, we bought a new house, but even though it''s a bit far from your high school, you will be able to have a sun facing room of your own. Dad and mum will like to know if it''s okay for you to go to the school''s winter camp this year, since the two of us were planning to go there during the winter holidays to fix it up?"


    Whipping her head up abruptly, Yu Xiaoya went looking for her roommate, soon noticing the teacher handing a pair of keys to a pretty girl sporting a faux-hawk.


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want her parents to send her teacher a gift, she didn''t want to be special and have the teacher call on her every time to answer a question in class. To her, such a thing would cause nothing but pure torment.


    Even though it was four in the afternoon, because parents were worried their kids would get carsick along the way, they were all given light lunches, so now everyone was so hungry, their stomachs had practically started to growl.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    Since her dad''s car had broken down, he stopped a taxi to take him and her mother back home. Yu Xiaoya had a chance to look around the bus after they left, vacantly checking out the environment around her. It was a bus that seated thirty, and apart from the driver, there were two other teachers.


    She had just turned sixteen this year, so now she stood at one hundred and sixty-five centimetres in height. In a small town located in the southern part of the country, such a height was already considered rather tall for a girl. After she making it to high school, she sat in the very last row inside the classroom, and due to the total students in the class being odd, she was the unlucky person who was stuck without a desk mate.


    But now, staring at the cap and keys in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Yu Xiaoya the watched as the teacher pointed in a direction, and both of their gazes land on her.


    However, despite her parents'' seemingly democratic nature, by them asking Xiaoya her thoughts on family decisions every time. In reality, even if Yu Xiaoya gave her true thoughts and suggestions, they would rarely agree. Instead they would opt to utilize whatever means they could in order to explain to her why their own reasons for doing things was right so as to make her understand and accept them.


    The teacher then began announcing the student names for their room allocations, but despite Yu Xiaoya''s premonition, her ears were still perked as she listened carefully.


    Since her dad''s car had broken down, he stopped a taxi to take him and her mother back home. Yu Xiaoya had a chance to look around the bus after they left, vacantly checking out the environment around her. It was a bus that seated thirty, and apart from the driver, there were two other teachers.


    After all, to a sixteen year old girl, twenty-eight years old is already an extremely long time.


    Home, was her one and only safe haven.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    Plus, even if she told her parents, what good would come of it? They could neither make her beautiful, make everyone love her nor make her friends with all her classmates. All they could do was send a gift to her teacher, and make them act a bit more considerate towards her.


    In truth, Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to go to the school''s winter camp at all. She liked staying at home, because at home, she was free to do as she liked and felt at ease. When there, she didn''t have to to worry about the looks of others or pretend she was alone; if she wanted to cry, she''d cry; and if she wanted to laugh, she''d laugh.


    That night, although Yu Xiaoya was slapped by her father, it was not that serious of a matter, only if you looked carefully could you see any traces on her cheek, making her truly relieved to be able to leave her home this once. But at the moment where she was sitting on the bus, bearing witness to her mother''s reddened eyes, a sliver of reluctance forced its way out of her heart, as she realised the winter camp would go on for a month. She had never spent a night outside her house on her own, and even more pressing was the fact that no one from the camp could go back home until New Years.


    Home, was her one and only safe haven.


    She had just turned sixteen this year, so now she stood at one hundred and sixty-five centimetres in height. In a small town located in the southern part of the country, such a height was already considered rather tall for a girl. After she making it to high school, she sat in the very last row inside the classroom, and due to the total students in the class being odd, she was the unlucky person who was stuck without a desk mate.


    However, despite her parents'' seemingly democratic nature, by them asking Xiaoya her thoughts on family decisions every time. In reality, even if Yu Xiaoya gave her true thoughts and suggestions, they would rarely agree. Instead they would opt to utilize whatever means they could in order to explain to her why their own reasons for doing things was right so as to make her understand and accept them.


    After the female teacher was done speaking, hushed chattering had begun. Yu Xiaoya then heard a girl say: "No way, I don''t want to room with a teacher. I went through a lot of trouble to not be micro-managed by my parents, I want to play games all night, you know!"


    But now, staring at the cap and keys in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Yu Xiaoya the watched as the teacher pointed in a direction, and both of their gazes land on her.


    Is that?


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to disappoint her parents in this regard though, and was well aware they were long disappointed in her studies. From since she was little until now, her last place status, seemed to make them feel the regret of one''s child had failing to live up to one''s expectations. Yu Xiaoya was also aware of her parents were highly educated status, hence their one and only daughter''s troubles with her studies was a bit hard to grasp, thus she hoped to let them worry a bit less in other aspects.


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    The teacher ordered us all off the bus, making us all head to the ground floor of one of the buildings to eat lunch.


    That girl''s features were exquisite. Her skin was as beautiful as a jade and her eyes carried a faint trace of blue. With no more than a casual glance, all the surroundings and its scenery appeared to all become eclipsed.


    "Listen up, while you all are eating, pay attention to what I''m about to say. All of you must be tired today, so after tidying up, you can all head to your rooms and rest." After eating a little, then stood up and said, "We have a a total of twenty-three student here this time around: fourteen boys and nine girls; and there''ll be two of you per room. Since there''ll be one man out in the girl''s group, that person will be bunking with a teacher for the duration of the trip."


    Yu Xiaoya simply continued drawing and watching anime. Recently, she was really into shoujo-themed works, the stories within them thoroughly satisfying her fantasy''s. The warm smiling childhood friend, the gentle and dashing senior, the insanely cool school heart-throb, all those awesome guys, towards the female lead¡ªto this average run of the mill girl¡ªwould shower her in kindness and offer her their undying love and loyalty.


    Plus, even if she told her parents, what good would come of it? They could neither make her beautiful, make everyone love her nor make her friends with all her classmates. All they could do was send a gift to her teacher, and make them act a bit more considerate towards her.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    "Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya, you two will be on the first room on the second floor of the building on the left."


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    The next day, the winter camp for the school had begun. Yu Xiaoya''s mother had packed her quite a lot of things, and sent off to the school by bus, with a final urging to her daughter to take good care of herself.


    Since her dad''s car had broken down, he stopped a taxi to take him and her mother back home. Yu Xiaoya had a chance to look around the bus after they left, vacantly checking out the environment around her. It was a bus that seated thirty, and apart from the driver, there were two other teachers.


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want her parents to send her teacher a gift, she didn''t want to be special and have the teacher call on her every time to answer a question in class. To her, such a thing would cause nothing but pure torment.


    The teacher ordered us all off the bus, making us all head to the ground floor of one of the buildings to eat lunch.


    Yu Xiaoya simply continued drawing and watching anime. Recently, she was really into shoujo-themed works, the stories within them thoroughly satisfying her fantasy''s. The warm smiling childhood friend, the gentle and dashing senior, the insanely cool school heart-throb, all those awesome guys, towards the female lead¡ªto this average run of the mill girl¡ªwould shower her in kindness and offer her their undying love and loyalty.


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    The teacher ordered us all off the bus, making us all head to the ground floor of one of the buildings to eat lunch.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    anasi [your translator]: No daily updates on this end, I''m not there yet. Anyway, here''s a cute GL story I thought was cute, like cute-cute. If you missed the summary, Xiaoya''s name sounds like word for little duck/duckling.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    Home, was her one and only safe haven.


    She had just turned sixteen this year, so now she stood at one hundred and sixty-five centimetres in height. In a small town located in the southern part of the country, such a height was already considered rather tall for a girl. After she making it to high school, she sat in the very last row inside the classroom, and due to the total students in the class being odd, she was the unlucky person who was stuck without a desk mate.


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to disappoint her parents in this regard though, and was well aware they were long disappointed in her studies. From since she was little until now, her last place status, seemed to make them feel the regret of one''s child had failing to live up to one''s expectations. Yu Xiaoya was also aware of her parents were highly educated status, hence their one and only daughter''s troubles with her studies was a bit hard to grasp, thus she hoped to let them worry a bit less in other aspects.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned. When she first got on the bus, she observed the students that were on it, and apart from from a student wearing a cap she couldn''t make out, no one there was from her class and she didn''t recognise anyone else.


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    However, despite her parents'' seemingly democratic nature, by them asking Xiaoya her thoughts on family decisions every time. In reality, even if Yu Xiaoya gave her true thoughts and suggestions, they would rarely agree. Instead they would opt to utilize whatever means they could in order to explain to her why their own reasons for doing things was right so as to make her understand and accept them.


    This made Yu Xiaoya a bit happy, as this time, perhaps she might even make a friend.


    This made Yu Xiaoya a bit happy, as this time, perhaps she might even make a friend.


    Even though it was four in the afternoon, because parents were worried their kids would get carsick along the way, they were all given light lunches, so now everyone was so hungry, their stomachs had practically started to growl.


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    She had just turned sixteen this year, so now she stood at one hundred and sixty-five centimetres in height. In a small town located in the southern part of the country, such a height was already considered rather tall for a girl. After she making it to high school, she sat in the very last row inside the classroom, and due to the total students in the class being odd, she was the unlucky person who was stuck without a desk mate.


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    This made Yu Xiaoya a bit happy, as this time, perhaps she might even make a friend.


    At dinner that night, both her parents said, "Xiaoyu, we bought a new house, but even though it''s a bit far from your high school, you will be able to have a sun facing room of your own. Dad and mum will like to know if it''s okay for you to go to the school''s winter camp this year, since the two of us were planning to go there during the winter holidays to fix it up?"


    The teacher ordered us all off the bus, making us all head to the ground floor of one of the buildings to eat lunch.


    The next day, the winter camp for the school had begun. Yu Xiaoya''s mother had packed her quite a lot of things, and sent off to the school by bus, with a final urging to her daughter to take good care of herself.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want her parents to send her teacher a gift, she didn''t want to be special and have the teacher call on her every time to answer a question in class. To her, such a thing would cause nothing but pure torment.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    That night, although Yu Xiaoya was slapped by her father, it was not that serious of a matter, only if you looked carefully could you see any traces on her cheek, making her truly relieved to be able to leave her home this once. But at the moment where she was sitting on the bus, bearing witness to her mother''s reddened eyes, a sliver of reluctance forced its way out of her heart, as she realised the winter camp would go on for a month. She had never spent a night outside her house on her own, and even more pressing was the fact that no one from the camp could go back home until New Years.


    It was break time for the first year senior high school students of class three, and everyone was busy happily playing around and making a ruckus, well... everyone except for Yu Xiaoya, who sat all the way back in the last row. Yu Xiaoya had no other person sitting beside her, so she simply say there alone, drawing on her sheet of paper in silence.


    anasi [your translator]: No daily updates on this end, I''m not there yet. Anyway, here''s a cute GL story I thought was cute, like cute-cute. If you missed the summary, Xiaoya''s name sounds like word for little duck/duckling.


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    Yu Xiaoya''s mother had consoled her, saying, "When I was your age, I had a lot of pimples too, but I never had them after puberty." Yu Xiaoya looked at her mother''s bright and smooth face, almost believing the older woman''s words. That is, she would have, if not for her father chiming in: "Yeah, back then then when I met your mother on a blind date, I asked her why her face was so pimply and she told me it was because she ate meat."


    Whipping her head up abruptly, Yu Xiaoya went looking for her roommate, soon noticing the teacher handing a pair of keys to a pretty girl sporting a faux-hawk.


    After devouring a bowl of warm taro and onion soup, Yu Xiaoya felt at complete ease, as she also couldn''t herself from looking forward to winter camp.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    She had just turned sixteen this year, so now she stood at one hundred and sixty-five centimetres in height. In a small town located in the southern part of the country, such a height was already considered rather tall for a girl. After she making it to high school, she sat in the very last row inside the classroom, and due to the total students in the class being odd, she was the unlucky person who was stuck without a desk mate.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    That night, although Yu Xiaoya was slapped by her father, it was not that serious of a matter, only if you looked carefully could you see any traces on her cheek, making her truly relieved to be able to leave her home this once. But at the moment where she was sitting on the bus, bearing witness to her mother''s reddened eyes, a sliver of reluctance forced its way out of her heart, as she realised the winter camp would go on for a month. She had never spent a night outside her house on her own, and even more pressing was the fact that no one from the camp could go back home until New Years.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    Since her dad''s car had broken down, he stopped a taxi to take him and her mother back home. Yu Xiaoya had a chance to look around the bus after they left, vacantly checking out the environment around her. It was a bus that seated thirty, and apart from the driver, there were two other teachers.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned. When she first got on the bus, she observed the students that were on it, and apart from from a student wearing a cap she couldn''t make out, no one there was from her class and she didn''t recognise anyone else.


    It would be a lie to say hearing something like that didn''t make her sad, especially when Yu Xiaoya herself did not think she was ugly. But every time she caught her reflection in the mirror, seeing that bumpy and rough face of hers, she also couldn''t describe herself as a beauty.


    Yu Xiaoya hung her head low, her eyes feeling a bit teary.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    In truth, Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to go to the school''s winter camp at all. She liked staying at home, because at home, she was free to do as she liked and felt at ease. When there, she didn''t have to to worry about the looks of others or pretend she was alone; if she wanted to cry, she''d cry; and if she wanted to laugh, she''d laugh.


    "Listen up, while you all are eating, pay attention to what I''m about to say. All of you must be tired today, so after tidying up, you can all head to your rooms and rest." After eating a little, then stood up and said, "We have a a total of twenty-three student here this time around: fourteen boys and nine girls; and there''ll be two of you per room. Since there''ll be one man out in the girl''s group, that person will be bunking with a teacher for the duration of the trip."


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    Over twenty students from different classes and grades has participated in the school''s winter camp, most of whom were unfamiliar with the person seated beside them.


    Yu Xiaoya hung her head low, her eyes feeling a bit teary.


    Over twenty students from different classes and grades has participated in the school''s winter camp, most of whom were unfamiliar with the person seated beside them.


    Over twenty students from different classes and grades has participated in the school''s winter camp, most of whom were unfamiliar with the person seated beside them.


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    The next day, the winter camp for the school had begun. Yu Xiaoya''s mother had packed her quite a lot of things, and sent off to the school by bus, with a final urging to her daughter to take good care of herself.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    anasi [your translator]: No daily updates on this end, I''m not there yet. Anyway, here''s a cute GL story I thought was cute, like cute-cute. If you missed the summary, Xiaoya''s name sounds like word for little duck/duckling.


    This made Yu Xiaoya a bit happy, as this time, perhaps she might even make a friend.


    The next day, the winter camp for the school had begun. Yu Xiaoya''s mother had packed her quite a lot of things, and sent off to the school by bus, with a final urging to her daughter to take good care of herself.


    That night, although Yu Xiaoya was slapped by her father, it was not that serious of a matter, only if you looked carefully could you see any traces on her cheek, making her truly relieved to be able to leave her home this once. But at the moment where she was sitting on the bus, bearing witness to her mother''s reddened eyes, a sliver of reluctance forced its way out of her heart, as she realised the winter camp would go on for a month. She had never spent a night outside her house on her own, and even more pressing was the fact that no one from the camp could go back home until New Years.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    anasi [your translator]: No daily updates on this end, I''m not there yet. Anyway, here''s a cute GL story I thought was cute, like cute-cute. If you missed the summary, Xiaoya''s name sounds like word for little duck/duckling.


    But now, staring at the cap and keys in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Yu Xiaoya the watched as the teacher pointed in a direction, and both of their gazes land on her.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned. When she first got on the bus, she observed the students that were on it, and apart from from a student wearing a cap she couldn''t make out, no one there was from her class and she didn''t recognise anyone else.


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    The teacher ordered us all off the bus, making us all head to the ground floor of one of the buildings to eat lunch.


    Yu Xiaoya


    Even though it was four in the afternoon, because parents were worried their kids would get carsick along the way, they were all given light lunches, so now everyone was so hungry, their stomachs had practically started to growl.


    It would be a lie to say hearing something like that didn''t make her sad, especially when Yu Xiaoya herself did not think she was ugly. But every time she caught her reflection in the mirror, seeing that bumpy and rough face of hers, she also couldn''t describe herself as a beauty.


    The next day, the winter camp for the school had begun. Yu Xiaoya''s mother had packed her quite a lot of things, and sent off to the school by bus, with a final urging to her daughter to take good care of herself.


    After the female teacher was done speaking, hushed chattering had begun. Yu Xiaoya then heard a girl say: "No way, I don''t want to room with a teacher. I went through a lot of trouble to not be micro-managed by my parents, I want to play games all night, you know!"


    After devouring a bowl of warm taro and onion soup, Yu Xiaoya felt at complete ease, as she also couldn''t herself from looking forward to winter camp.


    After hearing this, Yu Xiaoya lost all hope. In order to continue their studies, her parents had held off on dating and marriage. Her mother hadn''t even met her father until she was twenty-eight, and after getting married, they had her soon after.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    The teacher ordered us all off the bus, making us all head to the ground floor of one of the buildings to eat lunch.


    The teacher then began announcing the student names for their room allocations, but despite Yu Xiaoya''s premonition, her ears were still perked as she listened carefully.


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    "Listen up, while you all are eating, pay attention to what I''m about to say. All of you must be tired today, so after tidying up, you can all head to your rooms and rest." After eating a little, then stood up and said, "We have a a total of twenty-three student here this time around: fourteen boys and nine girls; and there''ll be two of you per room. Since there''ll be one man out in the girl''s group, that person will be bunking with a teacher for the duration of the trip."


    But now, staring at the cap and keys in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Yu Xiaoya the watched as the teacher pointed in a direction, and both of their gazes land on her.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    That night, although Yu Xiaoya was slapped by her father, it was not that serious of a matter, only if you looked carefully could you see any traces on her cheek, making her truly relieved to be able to leave her home this once. But at the moment where she was sitting on the bus, bearing witness to her mother''s reddened eyes, a sliver of reluctance forced its way out of her heart, as she realised the winter camp would go on for a month. She had never spent a night outside her house on her own, and even more pressing was the fact that no one from the camp could go back home until New Years.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    This made Yu Xiaoya a bit happy, as this time, perhaps she might even make a friend.


    After devouring a bowl of warm taro and onion soup, Yu Xiaoya felt at complete ease, as she also couldn''t herself from looking forward to winter camp.


    After the female teacher was done speaking, hushed chattering had begun. Yu Xiaoya then heard a girl say: "No way, I don''t want to room with a teacher. I went through a lot of trouble to not be micro-managed by my parents, I want to play games all night, you know!"


    That girl''s features were exquisite. Her skin was as beautiful as a jade and her eyes carried a faint trace of blue. With no more than a casual glance, all the surroundings and its scenery appeared to all become eclipsed.


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned. When she first got on the bus, she observed the students that were on it, and apart from from a student wearing a cap she couldn''t make out, no one there was from her class and she didn''t recognise anyone else.


    Home, was her one and only safe haven.


    After the female teacher was done speaking, hushed chattering had begun. Yu Xiaoya then heard a girl say: "No way, I don''t want to room with a teacher. I went through a lot of trouble to not be micro-managed by my parents, I want to play games all night, you know!"


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    Whipping her head up abruptly, Yu Xiaoya went looking for her roommate, soon noticing the teacher handing a pair of keys to a pretty girl sporting a faux-hawk.


    Yu Xiaoya simply continued drawing and watching anime. Recently, she was really into shoujo-themed works, the stories within them thoroughly satisfying her fantasy''s. The warm smiling childhood friend, the gentle and dashing senior, the insanely cool school heart-throb, all those awesome guys, towards the female lead¡ªto this average run of the mill girl¡ªwould shower her in kindness and offer her their undying love and loyalty.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    Plus, even if she told her parents, what good would come of it? They could neither make her beautiful, make everyone love her nor make her friends with all her classmates. All they could do was send a gift to her teacher, and make them act a bit more considerate towards her.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    However, despite her parents'' seemingly democratic nature, by them asking Xiaoya her thoughts on family decisions every time. In reality, even if Yu Xiaoya gave her true thoughts and suggestions, they would rarely agree. Instead they would opt to utilize whatever means they could in order to explain to her why their own reasons for doing things was right so as to make her understand and accept them.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    Plus, even if she told her parents, what good would come of it? They could neither make her beautiful, make everyone love her nor make her friends with all her classmates. All they could do was send a gift to her teacher, and make them act a bit more considerate towards her.


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    Yu Xiaoya hung her head low, her eyes feeling a bit teary.


    Is that?


    After devouring a bowl of warm taro and onion soup, Yu Xiaoya felt at complete ease, as she also couldn''t herself from looking forward to winter camp.


    In truth, Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to go to the school''s winter camp at all. She liked staying at home, because at home, she was free to do as she liked and felt at ease. When there, she didn''t have to to worry about the looks of others or pretend she was alone; if she wanted to cry, she''d cry; and if she wanted to laugh, she''d laugh.


    Is that?


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    The teacher then began announcing the student names for their room allocations, but despite Yu Xiaoya''s premonition, her ears were still perked as she listened carefully.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    The teacher then began announcing the student names for their room allocations, but despite Yu Xiaoya''s premonition, her ears were still perked as she listened carefully.


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    "Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya, you two will be on the first room on the second floor of the building on the left."


    "Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya, you two will be on the first room on the second floor of the building on the left."


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    The author has something to say: I started a new work ~sprinkles flowers~ It''s a school-life lily-themed one too. It''s not a long story, about 100,000 characters. So if you like it, I hope you little angels will eagerly follow every update~ It will be updated everyday~ *rolls cutely* Follow and Comment


    But Yu Xiaoya is still rather infamous in her class, well, infamous for being named one of the four ugliest girls in class three. Even though she never heard her classmates call her that directly to her face, she has however more or less heard such words in passing.


    That girl''s features were exquisite. Her skin was as beautiful as a jade and her eyes carried a faint trace of blue. With no more than a casual glance, all the surroundings and its scenery appeared to all become eclipsed.


    Xiaoyu, Little Rain, was Yu Xiaoya''s pet name from her family, and being the clever and sensible girl she was, upon hearing her parents request, she quickly agreed.


    It would be a lie to say hearing something like that didn''t make her sad, especially when Yu Xiaoya herself did not think she was ugly. But every time she caught her reflection in the mirror, seeing that bumpy and rough face of hers, she also couldn''t describe herself as a beauty.


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned. When she first got on the bus, she observed the students that were on it, and apart from from a student wearing a cap she couldn''t make out, no one there was from her class and she didn''t recognise anyone else.


    That night, although Yu Xiaoya was slapped by her father, it was not that serious of a matter, only if you looked carefully could you see any traces on her cheek, making her truly relieved to be able to leave her home this once. But at the moment where she was sitting on the bus, bearing witness to her mother''s reddened eyes, a sliver of reluctance forced its way out of her heart, as she realised the winter camp would go on for a month. She had never spent a night outside her house on her own, and even more pressing was the fact that no one from the camp could go back home until New Years.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    After all, to a sixteen year old girl, twenty-eight years old is already an extremely long time.


    The next day, the winter camp for the school had begun. Yu Xiaoya''s mother had packed her quite a lot of things, and sent off to the school by bus, with a final urging to her daughter to take good care of herself.


    The teacher then began announcing the student names for their room allocations, but despite Yu Xiaoya''s premonition, her ears were still perked as she listened carefully.


    Thus, Yu Xiaoya thought: My acne won''t go away until I''m twenty eight? I don''t think I can live until then.


    Whipping her head up abruptly, Yu Xiaoya went looking for her roommate, soon noticing the teacher handing a pair of keys to a pretty girl sporting a faux-hawk.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    Is that?


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to disappoint her parents in this regard though, and was well aware they were long disappointed in her studies. From since she was little until now, her last place status, seemed to make them feel the regret of one''s child had failing to live up to one''s expectations. Yu Xiaoya was also aware of her parents were highly educated status, hence their one and only daughter''s troubles with her studies was a bit hard to grasp, thus she hoped to let them worry a bit less in other aspects.


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    Yu Xiaoya also didn''t want to stay with the teacher, but she got the feeling that so long as the number of people were uneven, she would be the odd man out. What was she going to do for the entire camp, hang about on her own?


    Yu Xiaoya''s mother had consoled her, saying, "When I was your age, I had a lot of pimples too, but I never had them after puberty." Yu Xiaoya looked at her mother''s bright and smooth face, almost believing the older woman''s words. That is, she would have, if not for her father chiming in: "Yeah, back then then when I met your mother on a blind date, I asked her why her face was so pimply and she told me it was because she ate meat."


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned. When she first got on the bus, she observed the students that were on it, and apart from from a student wearing a cap she couldn''t make out, no one there was from her class and she didn''t recognise anyone else.


    After all, to a sixteen year old girl, twenty-eight years old is already an extremely long time.


    Plus, even if she told her parents, what good would come of it? They could neither make her beautiful, make everyone love her nor make her friends with all her classmates. All they could do was send a gift to her teacher, and make them act a bit more considerate towards her.


    After having read that day''s most recent update, Yu Xiaoya lay wrapped in her blanket. She never wanted to have that many handsome guys chase her, all she wished for was one. Even if that person wasn''t pretty or warm, as long as they were willing to stay by her side, to talk with her everyday, be with her at school, and play games with her, she would love them¡ªlove them a whole lot.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to disappoint her parents in this regard though, and was well aware they were long disappointed in her studies. From since she was little until now, her last place status, seemed to make them feel the regret of one''s child had failing to live up to one''s expectations. Yu Xiaoya was also aware of her parents were highly educated status, hence their one and only daughter''s troubles with her studies was a bit hard to grasp, thus she hoped to let them worry a bit less in other aspects.


    That girl then turned around, locking her eyes onto Yu Xiaoya, then asked her as if they were close: "You don''t want to stay with the teacher either, right?"


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    "Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya, you two will be on the first room on the second floor of the building on the left."


    It was break time for the first year senior high school students of class three, and everyone was busy happily playing around and making a ruckus, well... everyone except for Yu Xiaoya, who sat all the way back in the last row. Yu Xiaoya had no other person sitting beside her, so she simply say there alone, drawing on her sheet of paper in silence.


    When the bus came to its stop, it was at the foot of a mountain, where there seemed to have been a small town. Its brilliantly white, snowy landscape enough to leave a person bewitched. For a month, Yu Xiaoya and the others would be staying in two small buildings there. But despite the aged outer appearance of those buildings, the interior decor was not that bad.


    When her mother finally left the bus, Yu Xiaoya blinked her eyes desperately, trying to hold back her own tears, in fear that she too would start crying.


    But now, staring at the cap and keys in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Yu Xiaoya the watched as the teacher pointed in a direction, and both of their gazes land on her.


    In truth, Yu Xiaoya didn''t want to go to the school''s winter camp at all. She liked staying at home, because at home, she was free to do as she liked and felt at ease. When there, she didn''t have to to worry about the looks of others or pretend she was alone; if she wanted to cry, she''d cry; and if she wanted to laugh, she''d laugh.


    But now, staring at the cap and keys in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Yu Xiaoya the watched as the teacher pointed in a direction, and both of their gazes land on her.


    The semester quickly came to an end. So when Yu Xiaoya returned home on that day, she brought along a dreadfully disappointing report card with her. Results that may have been due to her rarely ever speaking up, or perhaps it was because of the manhua she kept hidden in her desk drawer had been found. Anyhow, her dad immediately pulled out the sole of his shoe, slapping it against Yu Xiaoya''s face as he yelled, "Do you think we''re raising a daughter for kicks! We''re giving our everything to raise you, yet you..."


    What made thing worse, was the fact that even after entering high school for an entire term, she had yet to have made any friends.


    The teacher then began announcing the student names for their room allocations, but despite Yu Xiaoya''s premonition, her ears were still perked as she listened carefully.


    That girl''s features were exquisite. Her skin was as beautiful as a jade and her eyes carried a faint trace of blue. With no more than a casual glance, all the surroundings and its scenery appeared to all become eclipsed.


    Yu Xiaoya was never planning on telling her parents how depressed or unhappy she was at school, nor about how she had no friends to point where she had gone entire days there where she never said a word to anyone there.


    The school''s most popular girl, Lu Xiaobei, had also attended that year''s winter camp.


    After devouring a bowl of warm taro and onion soup, Yu Xiaoya felt at complete ease, as she also couldn''t herself from looking forward to winter camp.


    On the way, bus gradually made it''s way into the mountains, Yu Xiaoya during this time was staring at the snowy-white that surrounding them through the windows, the scene making it seem as though she had entered a kingdom of pure white. Although her mood was currently still a bit on the downside, it was still the best she''d felt in the past couple of days.


    Over twenty students from different classes and grades has participated in the school''s winter camp, most of whom were unfamiliar with the person seated beside them.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t want her parents to send her teacher a gift, she didn''t want to be special and have the teacher call on her every time to answer a question in class. To her, such a thing would cause nothing but pure torment.


    Yu Xiaoya cried miserably, she cried until she was out of breath, as afterwards her parents had a fight at home. Her father blamed her mother, saying her spoiling Yu Xiaoya too much was to blame. But then her mother retorted that he was the one who spoiled her, and he did so more than she ever had!


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned, I''m not going to be alone?


    After devouring a bowl of warm taro and onion soup, Yu Xiaoya felt at complete ease, as she also couldn''t herself from looking forward to winter camp.

 CH 2

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    Lu Xiaobei''s first impression of Yu Xiaoya, was that of a pair of ruby-red eyes. The two had only looked at one another for ten seconds before Yu Xiaoya lowered her gaze and hung her head a bit low, even her ears had drooped a little too.


    Or that Lu Xiaobei¡ªthe most popular goddess in the entire school¡ªwould be walking beside the likes of her.


    While walking beside Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya took the initiative to say, "Hi."


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Hi, I''m Lu Xiaobei, third year, class eight."


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    Or that Lu Xiaobei¡ªthe most popular goddess in the entire school¡ªwould be walking beside the likes of her.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    In such a large dining room, only Lu Xiaobei and their two teachers had tidied up their tables from the twenty or so of them who were in the room. Xiaoya was one of those in the majority, but seeing Lu Xiaobei''s natural actions made her a bit embarrassed.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    Lu Xiaobei then put down her suitcase and said, "You can choose a bed."


    The scene making Lu Xiaobei think, That new roommate of mine kinda seems like a little bunny.


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    Yu Xiaoya hesitated a bit, then walked over to the bed on the left before asking, "I''d like to sleep on the one facing outside, can I?" The balcony and the room was separated by a large pane of glass reaching all the way from the ceiling to the floor, so it was possible for one to see the mountain view in the distance. Yu Xiaoya really liked such a location, but if Lu Xiaobei wanted to sleep on the outer-facing bed, she also wouldn''t mind such a thing either.


    Lu Xiaobei said neither a yes or a no, only moving to sit herself on the right side bed, "Xiaoya, Miss Xu said that each room only has one key, so during the winter camp, we have to do everything together." Miss Xu was the female teacher who led the camp for the winter.


    When she passed by Lu Xiaobei, the other pulled in her chair a little to give her more space. In response, Yu Xiaoya whispered, "Thank you."


    While walking beside Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya took the initiative to say, "Hi."


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    "Every night we''ll be calling your rooms to check in on you, so if anybody doesn''t answer, your parents will be contacted immediately. Safety is no laughing matter!" The teacher ignored them, then continued, "Tomorrow morning at seven thirty, this place will start serving breakfast. After you eat, I want you all to gather on the third floor of the left building. Don''t reach there any later than nine, understood?"


    "Yeah." Xiaoya who was originally still a bit dispirited, upon hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, immediately relaxed her knitted brows, and sped up her pace to walk beside Lu Xiaobei.


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    Yu Xiaoya hesitated a bit, then walked over to the bed on the left before asking, "I''d like to sleep on the one facing outside, can I?" The balcony and the room was separated by a large pane of glass reaching all the way from the ceiling to the floor, so it was possible for one to see the mountain view in the distance. Yu Xiaoya really liked such a location, but if Lu Xiaobei wanted to sleep on the outer-facing bed, she also wouldn''t mind such a thing either.


    Lu Xiaobei


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    A few students giggled, saying, "Having everyone do things together is so boring. It''s easy for ghosts and monsters to come out in deep mountain forests like these."


    Lu Xiaobei''s first impression of Yu Xiaoya, was that of a pair of ruby-red eyes. The two had only looked at one another for ten seconds before Yu Xiaoya lowered her gaze and hung her head a bit low, even her ears had drooped a little too.


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    The scene making Lu Xiaobei think, That new roommate of mine kinda seems like a little bunny.


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    The scene making Lu Xiaobei think, That new roommate of mine kinda seems like a little bunny.


    Lu Xiaobei''s first impression of Yu Xiaoya, was that of a pair of ruby-red eyes. The two had only looked at one another for ten seconds before Yu Xiaoya lowered her gaze and hung her head a bit low, even her ears had drooped a little too.


    Lu Xiaobei said neither a yes or a no, only moving to sit herself on the right side bed, "Xiaoya, Miss Xu said that each room only has one key, so during the winter camp, we have to do everything together." Miss Xu was the female teacher who led the camp for the winter.


    "Really?" Lu Xiaobei was in disbelief.


    "Every night we''ll be calling your rooms to check in on you, so if anybody doesn''t answer, your parents will be contacted immediately. Safety is no laughing matter!" The teacher ignored them, then continued, "Tomorrow morning at seven thirty, this place will start serving breakfast. After you eat, I want you all to gather on the third floor of the left building. Don''t reach there any later than nine, understood?"


    Yu Xiaoya hearing this, asked: "Aren''t you going to go too?" After sitting on the bus for so long, a nice hot bath was the best method for going to sleep.


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    She couldn''t help but get the feeling, that this person and her were worlds apart.


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    In all, the place wasn''t that great, but it also wasn''t that bad.


    After eating, the students all left in groups of two.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    When night fell, and the moon light was hidden in a haze, the two girls, one in front and one behind, made their way down the path.


    "Do you really think we were going to let you guys just play around during winter camp?! The most important job for high school students is studying, especially for you third-years. The time for your college exams are already entered a countdown, with your laid back attitudes, do you think you all are ready?! During this one month of winter camp, Mr. Qi and I will be supervising you all every day, and you will be given self-study classy every day." The tone of the female teacher basically had a winter camp is where you "study hard and make progress day by day" kind of vibe.


    N/A


    "Really?" Lu Xiaobei was in disbelief.


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    "Do you really think we were going to let you guys just play around during winter camp?! The most important job for high school students is studying, especially for you third-years. The time for your college exams are already entered a countdown, with your laid back attitudes, do you think you all are ready?! During this one month of winter camp, Mr. Qi and I will be supervising you all every day, and you will be given self-study classy every day." The tone of the female teacher basically had a winter camp is where you "study hard and make progress day by day" kind of vibe.


    Lu Xiaobei looked to Xiaoya and smiled. Xiaobei had the standard ''melon seed'' face shape, prominent facial features, and skin so sparkling and clear it was practically translucent. Xiaoya had seen Lu Xiaobei a few times before from a distance, but she never knew she was this good-looking.


    After eating, the students all left in groups of two.


    When she passed by Lu Xiaobei, the other pulled in her chair a little to give her more space. In response, Yu Xiaoya whispered, "Thank you."


    A few students giggled, saying, "Having everyone do things together is so boring. It''s easy for ghosts and monsters to come out in deep mountain forests like these."


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    While walking beside Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya took the initiative to say, "Hi."


    Lu Xiaobei then put down her suitcase and said, "You can choose a bed."


    Lu Xiaobei looked to Xiaoya and smiled. Xiaobei had the standard ''melon seed'' face shape, prominent facial features, and skin so sparkling and clear it was practically translucent. Xiaoya had seen Lu Xiaobei a few times before from a distance, but she never knew she was this good-looking.


    On the way there, the two didn''t say a word to one another, but every now and again, Xiaoya secretly craned her head to take a peak at the person walking beside her. Lu Xiaobei was wearing a long black wind-breaker, and her figure was quite slim. She was also rather tall, a whole half a head taller than Xiaoya. But Xiaoya was unlike most girls with height, as she stood with her own back a bit hunched over. But, when she did stand tall, she was as tall and straight as a pine tree.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    "Oh, okay." Yu Xiaoya nodded, then asked, "H-how do you know my name?"


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Hi, I''m Lu Xiaobei, third year, class eight."


    "Do you really think we were going to let you guys just play around during winter camp?! The most important job for high school students is studying, especially for you third-years. The time for your college exams are already entered a countdown, with your laid back attitudes, do you think you all are ready?! During this one month of winter camp, Mr. Qi and I will be supervising you all every day, and you will be given self-study classy every day." The tone of the female teacher basically had a winter camp is where you "study hard and make progress day by day" kind of vibe.


    N/A


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    Lu Xiaobei''s voice was unlike other girls whose were soft and gentle. Hers was a bit low, carrying traces of magnetism that could inadvertently make a person intoxicated.


    She couldn''t help but get the feeling, that this person and her were worlds apart.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    The desk was not far from the bed, and because Lu Xiaobei was sitting there, the walkway got a bit more narrow. So when Yu Xiaoya turned sideways to pass by Lu Xiaoya, she unintentionally got a look at the other girl''s laptop screen. There she saw a blue "F" icon on a white background, she was chatting with people, but was also doing so in English?


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked to Xiaoya and smiled. Xiaobei had the standard ''melon seed'' face shape, prominent facial features, and skin so sparkling and clear it was practically translucent. Xiaoya had seen Lu Xiaobei a few times before from a distance, but she never knew she was this good-looking.


    When night fell, and the moon light was hidden in a haze, the two girls, one in front and one behind, made their way down the path.


    Yu Xiaoya peered inside that room with curious eyes. In the bedroom, there were two single person beds arranged side by side. The bed on the left side had an old-fashioned television at its opposite, and beside it was long desk desk big enough for two persons to sit at when doing their homework. The bedroom even had a little balcony outside it as well as a bathroom inside.


    While the bathroom was still filled with steam, Yu Xiaoya always stayed in the bathtub until her head felt foggy, only then was she willing to climb out the tub. Holding a huge bath towel, while she left the bathroom for the bedroom, she was also busy drying her hair.


    "We''re here." Lu Xiaobei walked up to the room numbered 201, then pulled out the key and opened the door.


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    In such a large dining room, only Lu Xiaobei and their two teachers had tidied up their tables from the twenty or so of them who were in the room. Xiaoya was one of those in the majority, but seeing Lu Xiaobei''s natural actions made her a bit embarrassed.


    Lu Xiaobei looked to Xiaoya and smiled. Xiaobei had the standard ''melon seed'' face shape, prominent facial features, and skin so sparkling and clear it was practically translucent. Xiaoya had seen Lu Xiaobei a few times before from a distance, but she never knew she was this good-looking.


    The two buildings rented by the school for the winter camp, were not far away, you could see each one from the other, but it still took a couple minutes to make it over if you walked at a unhurried pace.


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    In the bath, while squeezing out her shower gel, Xiaoya was lost in thought over her new roommate.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    "Do you really think we were going to let you guys just play around during winter camp?! The most important job for high school students is studying, especially for you third-years. The time for your college exams are already entered a countdown, with your laid back attitudes, do you think you all are ready?! During this one month of winter camp, Mr. Qi and I will be supervising you all every day, and you will be given self-study classy every day." The tone of the female teacher basically had a winter camp is where you "study hard and make progress day by day" kind of vibe.


    When night fell, and the moon light was hidden in a haze, the two girls, one in front and one behind, made their way down the path.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    "Really?" Lu Xiaobei was in disbelief.


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    The two buildings rented by the school for the winter camp, were not far away, you could see each one from the other, but it still took a couple minutes to make it over if you walked at a unhurried pace.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    She couldn''t help but get the feeling, that this person and her were worlds apart.


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    "Oh, okay." Yu Xiaoya nodded, then asked, "H-how do you know my name?"


    The two buildings rented by the school for the winter camp, were not far away, you could see each one from the other, but it still took a couple minutes to make it over if you walked at a unhurried pace.


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Hi, I''m Lu Xiaobei, third year, class eight."


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    The two buildings rented by the school for the winter camp, were not far away, you could see each one from the other, but it still took a couple minutes to make it over if you walked at a unhurried pace.


    Lu Xiaobei had slowed her steps deliberately, then waited a while, but her roommate still trailed behind her at a relaxed pace. So with a bit of uncertainty, Lu Xiaobei halted her steps, turning back to look at Xiaoya, asking, "Do you want to walk there together?"


    Lu Xiaobei


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya who was originally still a bit dispirited, upon hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, immediately relaxed her knitted brows, and sped up her pace to walk beside Lu Xiaobei.


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    Since the hands pressed at her sides were clenched into fists, Xiaoya''s palms were a bit sweaty. Never in her life had she expected there would be a day she would be walking shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Lu Xiaobei.


    "Oh, okay." Yu Xiaoya nodded, then asked, "H-how do you know my name?"


    "We''re here." Lu Xiaobei walked up to the room numbered 201, then pulled out the key and opened the door.


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    After eating, the students all left in groups of two.


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    Or that Lu Xiaobei¡ªthe most popular goddess in the entire school¡ªwould be walking beside the likes of her.


    "I don''t have a phone. The phone school doesn''t allow me to bring one, so my mum never bought me one, " Yu Xiaoya replied simply. Noticing the rather helpless look on Lu Xiaobei''s face that basically had written on it ''this mountain child''.


    On the way there, the two didn''t say a word to one another, but every now and again, Xiaoya secretly craned her head to take a peak at the person walking beside her. Lu Xiaobei was wearing a long black wind-breaker, and her figure was quite slim. She was also rather tall, a whole half a head taller than Xiaoya. But Xiaoya was unlike most girls with height, as she stood with her own back a bit hunched over. But, when she did stand tall, she was as tall and straight as a pine tree.


    In such a large dining room, only Lu Xiaobei and their two teachers had tidied up their tables from the twenty or so of them who were in the room. Xiaoya was one of those in the majority, but seeing Lu Xiaobei''s natural actions made her a bit embarrassed.


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    Yu Xiaoya peered inside that room with curious eyes. In the bedroom, there were two single person beds arranged side by side. The bed on the left side had an old-fashioned television at its opposite, and beside it was long desk desk big enough for two persons to sit at when doing their homework. The bedroom even had a little balcony outside it as well as a bathroom inside.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    Lu Xiaobei had slowed her steps deliberately, then waited a while, but her roommate still trailed behind her at a relaxed pace. So with a bit of uncertainty, Lu Xiaobei halted her steps, turning back to look at Xiaoya, asking, "Do you want to walk there together?"


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    Lu Xiaobei looked to Xiaoya and smiled. Xiaobei had the standard ''melon seed'' face shape, prominent facial features, and skin so sparkling and clear it was practically translucent. Xiaoya had seen Lu Xiaobei a few times before from a distance, but she never knew she was this good-looking.


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    The desk was not far from the bed, and because Lu Xiaobei was sitting there, the walkway got a bit more narrow. So when Yu Xiaoya turned sideways to pass by Lu Xiaoya, she unintentionally got a look at the other girl''s laptop screen. There she saw a blue "F" icon on a white background, she was chatting with people, but was also doing so in English?


    Since the hands pressed at her sides were clenched into fists, Xiaoya''s palms were a bit sweaty. Never in her life had she expected there would be a day she would be walking shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Lu Xiaobei.


    Yu Xiaoya hearing this, asked: "Aren''t you going to go too?" After sitting on the bus for so long, a nice hot bath was the best method for going to sleep.


    In all, the place wasn''t that great, but it also wasn''t that bad.


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    "Miss Xu told me a while ago," the other girl replied.


    When night fell, and the moon light was hidden in a haze, the two girls, one in front and one behind, made their way down the path.


    N/A


    "We''re here." Lu Xiaobei walked up to the room numbered 201, then pulled out the key and opened the door.


    Lu Xiaobei said neither a yes or a no, only moving to sit herself on the right side bed, "Xiaoya, Miss Xu said that each room only has one key, so during the winter camp, we have to do everything together." Miss Xu was the female teacher who led the camp for the winter.


    Yu Xiaoya peered inside that room with curious eyes. In the bedroom, there were two single person beds arranged side by side. The bed on the left side had an old-fashioned television at its opposite, and beside it was long desk desk big enough for two persons to sit at when doing their homework. The bedroom even had a little balcony outside it as well as a bathroom inside.


    Lu Xiaobei''s voice was unlike other girls whose were soft and gentle. Hers was a bit low, carrying traces of magnetism that could inadvertently make a person intoxicated.


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    On the way there, the two didn''t say a word to one another, but every now and again, Xiaoya secretly craned her head to take a peak at the person walking beside her. Lu Xiaobei was wearing a long black wind-breaker, and her figure was quite slim. She was also rather tall, a whole half a head taller than Xiaoya. But Xiaoya was unlike most girls with height, as she stood with her own back a bit hunched over. But, when she did stand tall, she was as tall and straight as a pine tree.


    Yu Xiaoya hearing this, asked: "Aren''t you going to go too?" After sitting on the bus for so long, a nice hot bath was the best method for going to sleep.


    After eating, the students all left in groups of two.


    Or that Lu Xiaobei¡ªthe most popular goddess in the entire school¡ªwould be walking beside the likes of her.


    When night fell, and the moon light was hidden in a haze, the two girls, one in front and one behind, made their way down the path.


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    In all, the place wasn''t that great, but it also wasn''t that bad.


    While walking beside Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya took the initiative to say, "Hi."


    When she passed by Lu Xiaobei, the other pulled in her chair a little to give her more space. In response, Yu Xiaoya whispered, "Thank you."


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    "Every night we''ll be calling your rooms to check in on you, so if anybody doesn''t answer, your parents will be contacted immediately. Safety is no laughing matter!" The teacher ignored them, then continued, "Tomorrow morning at seven thirty, this place will start serving breakfast. After you eat, I want you all to gather on the third floor of the left building. Don''t reach there any later than nine, understood?"


    A few students giggled, saying, "Having everyone do things together is so boring. It''s easy for ghosts and monsters to come out in deep mountain forests like these."


    In all, the place wasn''t that great, but it also wasn''t that bad.


    Lu Xiaobei then put down her suitcase and said, "You can choose a bed."


    1. Melon seed face shape: this is exactly what it sounds like (if your not picturing a someone with an actual melon seed for a head). Round and ovalish at the top, pointy chin on the bottom.[]2. Blue F icon on white, is Facebook.[]3. Mountain child just refers to someone living without modern technology. So a country bumpkin, I guess? I was going to use that but the negative connotation with that phrase might give the wrong idea so left the original in.


    In the bath, while squeezing out her shower gel, Xiaoya was lost in thought over her new roommate.


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    Yu Xiaoya hesitated a bit, then walked over to the bed on the left before asking, "I''d like to sleep on the one facing outside, can I?" The balcony and the room was separated by a large pane of glass reaching all the way from the ceiling to the floor, so it was possible for one to see the mountain view in the distance. Yu Xiaoya really liked such a location, but if Lu Xiaobei wanted to sleep on the outer-facing bed, she also wouldn''t mind such a thing either.


    "We''re here." Lu Xiaobei walked up to the room numbered 201, then pulled out the key and opened the door.


    Since the hands pressed at her sides were clenched into fists, Xiaoya''s palms were a bit sweaty. Never in her life had she expected there would be a day she would be walking shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Lu Xiaobei.


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    Lu Xiaobei said neither a yes or a no, only moving to sit herself on the right side bed, "Xiaoya, Miss Xu said that each room only has one key, so during the winter camp, we have to do everything together." Miss Xu was the female teacher who led the camp for the winter.


    "Miss Xu told me a while ago," the other girl replied.


    After eating, the students all left in groups of two.


    A few students giggled, saying, "Having everyone do things together is so boring. It''s easy for ghosts and monsters to come out in deep mountain forests like these."


    "Oh, okay." Yu Xiaoya nodded, then asked, "H-how do you know my name?"


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    She couldn''t help but get the feeling, that this person and her were worlds apart.


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    A few students giggled, saying, "Having everyone do things together is so boring. It''s easy for ghosts and monsters to come out in deep mountain forests like these."


    Lu Xiaobei''s voice was unlike other girls whose were soft and gentle. Hers was a bit low, carrying traces of magnetism that could inadvertently make a person intoxicated.


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    When night fell, and the moon light was hidden in a haze, the two girls, one in front and one behind, made their way down the path.


    "Miss Xu told me a while ago," the other girl replied.


    Lu Xiaobei had slowed her steps deliberately, then waited a while, but her roommate still trailed behind her at a relaxed pace. So with a bit of uncertainty, Lu Xiaobei halted her steps, turning back to look at Xiaoya, asking, "Do you want to walk there together?"


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    She couldn''t help but get the feeling, that this person and her were worlds apart.


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    When she passed by Lu Xiaobei, the other pulled in her chair a little to give her more space. In response, Yu Xiaoya whispered, "Thank you."


    1. Melon seed face shape: this is exactly what it sounds like (if your not picturing a someone with an actual melon seed for a head). Round and ovalish at the top, pointy chin on the bottom.[]2. Blue F icon on white, is Facebook.[]3. Mountain child just refers to someone living without modern technology. So a country bumpkin, I guess? I was going to use that but the negative connotation with that phrase might give the wrong idea so left the original in.


    Lu Xiaobei''s voice was unlike other girls whose were soft and gentle. Hers was a bit low, carrying traces of magnetism that could inadvertently make a person intoxicated.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya who was originally still a bit dispirited, upon hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, immediately relaxed her knitted brows, and sped up her pace to walk beside Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    Lu Xiaobei


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    While the bathroom was still filled with steam, Yu Xiaoya always stayed in the bathtub until her head felt foggy, only then was she willing to climb out the tub. Holding a huge bath towel, while she left the bathroom for the bedroom, she was also busy drying her hair.


    Yu Xiaoya hearing this, asked: "Aren''t you going to go too?" After sitting on the bus for so long, a nice hot bath was the best method for going to sleep.


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    Despite most students not taking the school rules seriously, Yu Xiaoya was an honest child.


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    "Really?" Lu Xiaobei was in disbelief.


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    While the bathroom was still filled with steam, Yu Xiaoya always stayed in the bathtub until her head felt foggy, only then was she willing to climb out the tub. Holding a huge bath towel, while she left the bathroom for the bedroom, she was also busy drying her hair.


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    A boy in the group then asked off-handedly, "Miss, are we going to watch a movie or something? It''s not going to be a patriotic one, right?"


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    "I don''t have a phone. The phone school doesn''t allow me to bring one, so my mum never bought me one, " Yu Xiaoya replied simply. Noticing the rather helpless look on Lu Xiaobei''s face that basically had written on it ''this mountain child''.


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    Lu Xiaobei turned on the heating then walked to every corner of the room, "I''m done checking. The tap, radiator, balcony door, and TV are all working. So if you want to go take a bath, you can do it now if you''d like."


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    Despite most students not taking the school rules seriously, Yu Xiaoya was an honest child.


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    The desk was not far from the bed, and because Lu Xiaobei was sitting there, the walkway got a bit more narrow. So when Yu Xiaoya turned sideways to pass by Lu Xiaoya, she unintentionally got a look at the other girl''s laptop screen. There she saw a blue "F" icon on a white background, she was chatting with people, but was also doing so in English?


    Since the hands pressed at her sides were clenched into fists, Xiaoya''s palms were a bit sweaty. Never in her life had she expected there would be a day she would be walking shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Lu Xiaobei.


    On the way there, the two didn''t say a word to one another, but every now and again, Xiaoya secretly craned her head to take a peak at the person walking beside her. Lu Xiaobei was wearing a long black wind-breaker, and her figure was quite slim. She was also rather tall, a whole half a head taller than Xiaoya. But Xiaoya was unlike most girls with height, as she stood with her own back a bit hunched over. But, when she did stand tall, she was as tall and straight as a pine tree.


    1. Melon seed face shape: this is exactly what it sounds like (if your not picturing a someone with an actual melon seed for a head). Round and ovalish at the top, pointy chin on the bottom.[]2. Blue F icon on white, is Facebook.[]3. Mountain child just refers to someone living without modern technology. So a country bumpkin, I guess? I was going to use that but the negative connotation with that phrase might give the wrong idea so left the original in.


    Lu Xiaobei''s first impression of Yu Xiaoya, was that of a pair of ruby-red eyes. The two had only looked at one another for ten seconds before Yu Xiaoya lowered her gaze and hung her head a bit low, even her ears had drooped a little too.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    Yu Xiaoya peered inside that room with curious eyes. In the bedroom, there were two single person beds arranged side by side. The bed on the left side had an old-fashioned television at its opposite, and beside it was long desk desk big enough for two persons to sit at when doing their homework. The bedroom even had a little balcony outside it as well as a bathroom inside.


    In the bath, while squeezing out her shower gel, Xiaoya was lost in thought over her new roommate.


    Despite most students not taking the school rules seriously, Yu Xiaoya was an honest child.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    Yu Xiaoya hearing this, asked: "Aren''t you going to go too?" After sitting on the bus for so long, a nice hot bath was the best method for going to sleep.


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    In all, the place wasn''t that great, but it also wasn''t that bad.


    1. Melon seed face shape: this is exactly what it sounds like (if your not picturing a someone with an actual melon seed for a head). Round and ovalish at the top, pointy chin on the bottom.[]2. Blue F icon on white, is Facebook.[]3. Mountain child just refers to someone living without modern technology. So a country bumpkin, I guess? I was going to use that but the negative connotation with that phrase might give the wrong idea so left the original in.


    Yu Xiaoya at that moment recalled when Miss Xu was allocating the rooms, she had called out both her ang Lu Xiaobei''s name. But she never expected Lu Xiaobei would actually remember her.


    Lu Xiaobei then put down her suitcase and said, "You can choose a bed."


    "Every night we''ll be calling your rooms to check in on you, so if anybody doesn''t answer, your parents will be contacted immediately. Safety is no laughing matter!" The teacher ignored them, then continued, "Tomorrow morning at seven thirty, this place will start serving breakfast. After you eat, I want you all to gather on the third floor of the left building. Don''t reach there any later than nine, understood?"


    "Yeah." Xiaoya who was originally still a bit dispirited, upon hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, immediately relaxed her knitted brows, and sped up her pace to walk beside Lu Xiaobei.


    While the bathroom was still filled with steam, Yu Xiaoya always stayed in the bathtub until her head felt foggy, only then was she willing to climb out the tub. Holding a huge bath towel, while she left the bathroom for the bedroom, she was also busy drying her hair.


    Lu Xiaobei the beauty, Lu Xiaobei the top student...


    While the bathroom was still filled with steam, Yu Xiaoya always stayed in the bathtub until her head felt foggy, only then was she willing to climb out the tub. Holding a huge bath towel, while she left the bathroom for the bedroom, she was also busy drying her hair.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    Yu Xiaoya peered inside that room with curious eyes. In the bedroom, there were two single person beds arranged side by side. The bed on the left side had an old-fashioned television at its opposite, and beside it was long desk desk big enough for two persons to sit at when doing their homework. The bedroom even had a little balcony outside it as well as a bathroom inside.


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    After eating, the students all left in groups of two.


    In such a large dining room, only Lu Xiaobei and their two teachers had tidied up their tables from the twenty or so of them who were in the room. Xiaoya was one of those in the majority, but seeing Lu Xiaobei''s natural actions made her a bit embarrassed.


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    On the way there, the two didn''t say a word to one another, but every now and again, Xiaoya secretly craned her head to take a peak at the person walking beside her. Lu Xiaobei was wearing a long black wind-breaker, and her figure was quite slim. She was also rather tall, a whole half a head taller than Xiaoya. But Xiaoya was unlike most girls with height, as she stood with her own back a bit hunched over. But, when she did stand tall, she was as tall and straight as a pine tree.


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    Yu Xiaoya hesitated a bit, then walked over to the bed on the left before asking, "I''d like to sleep on the one facing outside, can I?" The balcony and the room was separated by a large pane of glass reaching all the way from the ceiling to the floor, so it was possible for one to see the mountain view in the distance. Yu Xiaoya really liked such a location, but if Lu Xiaobei wanted to sleep on the outer-facing bed, she also wouldn''t mind such a thing either.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    While the bathroom was still filled with steam, Yu Xiaoya always stayed in the bathtub until her head felt foggy, only then was she willing to climb out the tub. Holding a huge bath towel, while she left the bathroom for the bedroom, she was also busy drying her hair.


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    "I don''t have a phone. The phone school doesn''t allow me to bring one, so my mum never bought me one, " Yu Xiaoya replied simply. Noticing the rather helpless look on Lu Xiaobei''s face that basically had written on it ''this mountain child''.


    Lu Xiaobei


    "Oh, okay." Yu Xiaoya nodded, then asked, "H-how do you know my name?"


    Under the faint moonlight, which bore a keen resemblance to a veil, those beautifully defined contours of Lu Xiaobei''s face were enveloped. It made Xiaoya inch towards her a bit closer, only to notice that even though the fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s face could be seen, there wasn''t even a single pore visible on the other girl''s skin.


    In the bath, while squeezing out her shower gel, Xiaoya was lost in thought over her new roommate.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    While walking beside Lu Xiaobei, Yu Xiaoya took the initiative to say, "Hi."


    Lu Xiaobei had slowed her steps deliberately, then waited a while, but her roommate still trailed behind her at a relaxed pace. So with a bit of uncertainty, Lu Xiaobei halted her steps, turning back to look at Xiaoya, asking, "Do you want to walk there together?"


    "Do you really think we were going to let you guys just play around during winter camp?! The most important job for high school students is studying, especially for you third-years. The time for your college exams are already entered a countdown, with your laid back attitudes, do you think you all are ready?! During this one month of winter camp, Mr. Qi and I will be supervising you all every day, and you will be given self-study classy every day." The tone of the female teacher basically had a winter camp is where you "study hard and make progress day by day" kind of vibe.


    When she passed by Lu Xiaobei, the other pulled in her chair a little to give her more space. In response, Yu Xiaoya whispered, "Thank you."


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya who was originally still a bit dispirited, upon hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, immediately relaxed her knitted brows, and sped up her pace to walk beside Lu Xiaobei.


    The scene making Lu Xiaobei think, That new roommate of mine kinda seems like a little bunny.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Hi, I''m Lu Xiaobei, third year, class eight."


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    In the bath, while squeezing out her shower gel, Xiaoya was lost in thought over her new roommate.


    Or that Lu Xiaobei¡ªthe most popular goddess in the entire school¡ªwould be walking beside the likes of her.


    1. Melon seed face shape: this is exactly what it sounds like (if your not picturing a someone with an actual melon seed for a head). Round and ovalish at the top, pointy chin on the bottom.[]2. Blue F icon on white, is Facebook.[]3. Mountain child just refers to someone living without modern technology. So a country bumpkin, I guess? I was going to use that but the negative connotation with that phrase might give the wrong idea so left the original in.


    Seeing Yu Xiaoya sit on her bed, Lu Xiaobei took out her phone and opened her address book, then asked: "Give me your phone number. That way, if we get separated, we can just find one another."


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    A few students giggled, saying, "Having everyone do things together is so boring. It''s easy for ghosts and monsters to come out in deep mountain forests like these."


    "Every night we''ll be calling your rooms to check in on you, so if anybody doesn''t answer, your parents will be contacted immediately. Safety is no laughing matter!" The teacher ignored them, then continued, "Tomorrow morning at seven thirty, this place will start serving breakfast. After you eat, I want you all to gather on the third floor of the left building. Don''t reach there any later than nine, understood?"


    Yu Xiaoya hearing this, asked: "Aren''t you going to go too?" After sitting on the bus for so long, a nice hot bath was the best method for going to sleep.


    "Really?" Lu Xiaobei was in disbelief.


    The two buildings rented by the school for the winter camp, were not far away, you could see each one from the other, but it still took a couple minutes to make it over if you walked at a unhurried pace.


    "I don''t have a phone. The phone school doesn''t allow me to bring one, so my mum never bought me one, " Yu Xiaoya replied simply. Noticing the rather helpless look on Lu Xiaobei''s face that basically had written on it ''this mountain child''.


    Yu Xiaoya hesitated a bit, then walked over to the bed on the left before asking, "I''d like to sleep on the one facing outside, can I?" The balcony and the room was separated by a large pane of glass reaching all the way from the ceiling to the floor, so it was possible for one to see the mountain view in the distance. Yu Xiaoya really liked such a location, but if Lu Xiaobei wanted to sleep on the outer-facing bed, she also wouldn''t mind such a thing either.


    Lu Xiaobei, taking out a laptop from her luggage, rested the device on the table then plugged it into the terminal, replying, "Oh, not yet, I still have some stuff to do."


    When she passed by Lu Xiaobei, the other pulled in her chair a little to give her more space. In response, Yu Xiaoya whispered, "Thank you."


    Lu Xiaobei''s voice was unlike other girls whose were soft and gentle. Hers was a bit low, carrying traces of magnetism that could inadvertently make a person intoxicated.


    The scene making Lu Xiaobei think, That new roommate of mine kinda seems like a little bunny.


    Despite most students not taking the school rules seriously, Yu Xiaoya was an honest child.


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    Lu Xiaobei''s first impression of Yu Xiaoya, was that of a pair of ruby-red eyes. The two had only looked at one another for ten seconds before Yu Xiaoya lowered her gaze and hung her head a bit low, even her ears had drooped a little too.


    N/A


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    But as she looked at the latest model fruit branded phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, and the latest issue fruit branded laptop resting on the desk.


    The teacher allocated all the rooms quite quickly, then announced, "Students, up here in the mountains it gets dark early, so when you''re done eating you can just go straight to your rooms to turn in. Every room is equipped with its own bathroom, and the hot water supply is available twenty-four/seven. The conditions here are pretty good. But don''t go walking around on your own, alright? If you want to take a look around, you can all do so with the group tomorrow."


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    Since the hands pressed at her sides were clenched into fists, Xiaoya''s palms were a bit sweaty. Never in her life had she expected there would be a day she would be walking shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Lu Xiaobei.


    To this, Yu Xiaoya replied: "But... I don''t have a cellphone."


    In an ordinary school like theirs, how could such a mysterious girl exist? Seeming akin to a deep bottomless lake, where no matter how much you gaze into it, you will never lay eyes on where it ends.


    Despite most students not taking the school rules seriously, Yu Xiaoya was an honest child.


    Yu Xiaoya hesitated a bit, then walked over to the bed on the left before asking, "I''d like to sleep on the one facing outside, can I?" The balcony and the room was separated by a large pane of glass reaching all the way from the ceiling to the floor, so it was possible for one to see the mountain view in the distance. Yu Xiaoya really liked such a location, but if Lu Xiaobei wanted to sleep on the outer-facing bed, she also wouldn''t mind such a thing either.


    She couldn''t help but get the feeling, that this person and her were worlds apart.


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    Yu Xiaoya blushed, quickly running back to her table to grab the tray she ate in before, placing it on the rack as well.


    Lu Xiaobei


    Lu. Xiao. Bei.


    So Yu Xiaoya took out some clothes from her own suitcase, only having to take out one layer of clothing since the heating within the room was sufficient.


    In such a large dining room, only Lu Xiaobei and their two teachers had tidied up their tables from the twenty or so of them who were in the room. Xiaoya was one of those in the majority, but seeing Lu Xiaobei''s natural actions made her a bit embarrassed.


    Lu Xiaobei''s first impression of Yu Xiaoya, was that of a pair of ruby-red eyes. The two had only looked at one another for ten seconds before Yu Xiaoya lowered her gaze and hung her head a bit low, even her ears had drooped a little too.


    Yu Xiaoya almost blurted out "I know you! And I know you''re a third year in class eight!" but after hearing Lu Xiaobei''s words, she remembered she hadn''t introduced herself as yet and wanted to make up for it, but just then she watched her take up her food tray and move to place it on the rack at the front of the dining room.


    Even though not one ounce of jealousy sprouted within her heat, Yu Xiaoya still felt somewhat depressed, wondering: How could the gap between this person and me be so big?

 CH 3

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    Early the next morning, while the first wisps of the sun''s rising rays shone down, Yu Xiaoya felt like if she was still lost in a dream, the thought causing her to rub her eyes, as a beautiful face that had no right to appear in the human world was currently before her. The impact of it all was simply too much for her, which was why Yu Xiaoya felt as if her head had grown dizzy.


    Captain


    But right now, instead...


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    Gao Heng then interceded, "Since our little junior can''t think of a question, I''ll take on that mantle myself."


    Throw the Handkerchief [¶ªÊÖÅÁ]: this a kid''s game played by seating five or more people in a circle and having one person holding a handkerchief encircle everyone from behind while they all sing a song. The handkerchief holder then chooses a person to secretly drop the handkerchief behind, the person who it was dropped by has to then quickly chase the thrower to win, but if the thrower steals the chaser''s seat, the chaser has to pay a penalty. It''s kinda like duck duck goose. [] Close your eyes when it gets dark [ÍæÌìºÚÇë±ÕÑÛ]: is a detective, murder-mystery boardgame and an online game that requires 8-16 people who are allotted the roles of policemen, killers, or civilians (for basic gameplay, you can have less people). The number of players determines how many cops or killers an be in the game (8-10 players: 2 killers and officers max; 10-14: 3 killers and officers max; 15-16: 4 killers and officers max). A judge is selected and they shuffle and deal the cards which must be kept hidden. After looking at your cards, the judge announces it''s dark and everyone stops moving and closes their eyes quietly. The judge then announces for the killers to open their eyes so they can each see their comrades. Then the judge asks the killer to kill, and they quietly agree on a person to kill, the judge notes the person and after telling the killers to close their again, the judge announces to the police to open their eyes. The police then all confirm their companions... Okay, this goes on for a good while but you get the gist. Think, Among Us.[] Black White Match [ºÚ°×Åä]: A game to reduce multiple people down to two, and rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors is used to narrow a group of two down to one.


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    "Aye aye aye, are you a kid? Only primary school kids play that game. We should all play the murder-mystery boardgame close your eyes when it gets dark instead."


    Mr. Qi was around twenty seven to twenty eight years old. He always wore a pair a gold-rimmed glasses, and had fair skin. He was a handsome man, one who always had a graceful air surrounding him, and one who looked like those financial industry elites. But, secretly, Yu Xiaoya always thought he was not as responsible as the other winter holiday teacher who had brought them there, Miss Xu.


    "It''s time to wake up." That low and sexy voice of hers sounded in Xiaoya''s ears.


    Yu Xiaoya hurriedly washed up, running to the first floor to grab two buns, before dashing to the self-study class on the third floor of the left building.


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    Xiaoya walked over beside Lu Xiaobei, to sit in the empty spot which remained in the circle everyone formed. Then that boy who had just invited them, picked up a stick, and struck the grass, asking: "So have you guys figured out what game we''re going to play?"


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    N/A


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    Only when Lu Xiaobei had closed the door with a "ka-chack", did Yu Xiaoya fully regain her senses. The winter holidays had already arrived, and right now she was no longer in her house...


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    Only when Lu Xiaobei had closed the door with a "ka-chack", did Yu Xiaoya fully regain her senses. The winter holidays had already arrived, and right now she was no longer in her house...


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    Yu Xiaoya hurriedly washed up, running to the first floor to grab two buns, before dashing to the self-study class on the third floor of the left building.


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    N/A


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    When "match" was declared, everyone stretched their hands out, with palms facing either up or down. Gao Heng looked at the hands, seven had palms facing up (white) and four had them facing down (black), then announced: "White''s out, black continue."


    Yu Xiaoya spent the entire morning with her head in the clouds. In the suitcase packed by her mother, all there was were thick clothing, extra thick clothing, and extra extra thick clothing along with a myriad of snacks, and not one sign of the winter homework assigned to her by her teachers. Yu Xiaoya scratched her head, the last two days at her house were spent embroiled in arguments, so she never get the chance to tell her mother she still needed to get her winter holiday homework assignments.


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    Yu Xiaoya spent the entire morning with her head in the clouds. In the suitcase packed by her mother, all there was were thick clothing, extra thick clothing, and extra extra thick clothing along with a myriad of snacks, and not one sign of the winter homework assigned to her by her teachers. Yu Xiaoya scratched her head, the last two days at her house were spent embroiled in arguments, so she never get the chance to tell her mother she still needed to get her winter holiday homework assignments.


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    The curiosity of the onlookers were all aroused, as when it came to their goddess, there was so much they didn''t know. Such as: has she ever been in love? What kind of boy does she like? How may people are there in her family? Or if she grew up pretty, etc.


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    Lazy and unreliable to the extreme.


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    After Gao Heng''s burst of luck got him chosen for five consecutive rounds, he threw down the stick in his hand and grumbled: "I''m not going again, I''ll be the referee."


    "Do you want to come with me?" The sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice sounding in Xiaoya''s ear left her stunned, after she realized what the other girl had asked, she replied, "Oh, yeah, okay!"


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    After lunch, they went on an outing. Mr. Qi took them from the building for a walk up the mountain located at the back of the town. This mountain had a large meadow, and even a few benches. "Listen up you guys, I don''t want you all to wander off too far, alright? This mountain is quite large so if you get lost, I won''t be able to find you."


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    Gao Heng then interceded, "Since our little junior can''t think of a question, I''ll take on that mantle myself."


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    Early the next morning, while the first wisps of the sun''s rising rays shone down, Yu Xiaoya felt like if she was still lost in a dream, the thought causing her to rub her eyes, as a beautiful face that had no right to appear in the human world was currently before her. The impact of it all was simply too much for her, which was why Yu Xiaoya felt as if her head had grown dizzy.


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Mr. Qi was around twenty seven to twenty eight years old. He always wore a pair a gold-rimmed glasses, and had fair skin. He was a handsome man, one who always had a graceful air surrounding him, and one who looked like those financial industry elites. But, secretly, Yu Xiaoya always thought he was not as responsible as the other winter holiday teacher who had brought them there, Miss Xu.


    Yu Xiaoya sighed internally, but after lingering about for a while, she then walked over to Lu Xiaobei and asked: "Are you busy right now?"


    But right now, instead...


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, saying instead, "Sorry, those all count as other questions."


    But right now, instead...


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    Lu Xiaobei, even though she was very pretty, her foreign ancestry wasn''t very obvious, otherwise no one would''ve not guessed it until now.


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Xiaoya already entered a fighting posture, "I''m ready!"


    After Gao Heng''s burst of luck got him chosen for five consecutive rounds, he threw down the stick in his hand and grumbled: "I''m not going again, I''ll be the referee."


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    Lu Xiaobei did not deny it, saying, "Yes, I have some Western European ancestry."


    Xiaoya stuck out her tongue and smiled at Lu Xiaobei, as both had their palms facing upwards which meant they didn''t have to worry about being chosen for a while.


    Early the next morning, while the first wisps of the sun''s rising rays shone down, Yu Xiaoya felt like if she was still lost in a dream, the thought causing her to rub her eyes, as a beautiful face that had no right to appear in the human world was currently before her. The impact of it all was simply too much for her, which was why Yu Xiaoya felt as if her head had grown dizzy.


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    Yu Xiaoya hurriedly washed up, running to the first floor to grab two buns, before dashing to the self-study class on the third floor of the left building.


    Mr. Qi was around twenty seven to twenty eight years old. He always wore a pair a gold-rimmed glasses, and had fair skin. He was a handsome man, one who always had a graceful air surrounding him, and one who looked like those financial industry elites. But, secretly, Yu Xiaoya always thought he was not as responsible as the other winter holiday teacher who had brought them there, Miss Xu.


    Yu Xiaoya sighed internally, but after lingering about for a while, she then walked over to Lu Xiaobei and asked: "Are you busy right now?"


    When "match" was declared, everyone stretched their hands out, with palms facing either up or down. Gao Heng looked at the hands, seven had palms facing up (white) and four had them facing down (black), then announced: "White''s out, black continue."


    "It''s time to wake up." That low and sexy voice of hers sounded in Xiaoya''s ears.


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    Early the next morning, while the first wisps of the sun''s rising rays shone down, Yu Xiaoya felt like if she was still lost in a dream, the thought causing her to rub her eyes, as a beautiful face that had no right to appear in the human world was currently before her. The impact of it all was simply too much for her, which was why Yu Xiaoya felt as if her head had grown dizzy.


    But right now, instead...


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    Lu Xiaobei was seriously like a character straight out of a comic book.


    Gao Heng picked up the stick he held, waving it in the centre of the circle, saying, "Hey, quit arguing, already. How about truth or dare? It''s not like we have any stuff with us here anyway."


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    Mr. Qi then urged: "Look after your roommates, and don''t go running around wildly. If anything happens, that other person will get themselves plastered in bold letters on the complaint poster when they get back at school." Then quickly found himself a refreshing patch of grass to enjoy a nice bath in the sun.


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    After experiencing Gao Heng carrying a female student on his back, running three laps around everyone, doing twenty push-ups, and sharing the saddest love story of his life; everyone had become deeply immersed in the game. Gao Heng was simply an entertaining fellow, he was such a spectacle to the eyes. Every single time it had come down to him and another person to duke it out using rock-paper-scissors, he would always lose, which made it even more entertaining!


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, saying instead, "Sorry, those all count as other questions."


    Lazy and unreliable to the extreme.


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, not saying a word.


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    Yu Xiaoya sighed internally, but after lingering about for a while, she then walked over to Lu Xiaobei and asked: "Are you busy right now?"


    Hearing this, the group sighed in disappointment, and instead eagerly turned their thoughts towards winning against Lu Xiaobei in the next upcoming rounds. Gao Heng stuck his nose out to the sky proudly to reply, "The first time I saw Captain, her eyes were a bit bluer than they are now, so I suspected it from since back then."


    Gao Heng then cleared his throat, and then asked a question no one else had thought of, saying, "Captain, are you mixed?"


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "During our high school military training sessions I was chosen by the drillmaster to be captain, and from then on everyone just kept calling me that, so the title kind of just stuck."


    Before Lu Xiaobei could respond, a boy jumped out from behind her, and said: "Captain, do you want to play together?"


    N/A


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    Before Lu Xiaobei could respond, a boy jumped out from behind her, and said: "Captain, do you want to play together?"


    Gao Heng then interceded, "Since our little junior can''t think of a question, I''ll take on that mantle myself."


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "During our high school military training sessions I was chosen by the drillmaster to be captain, and from then on everyone just kept calling me that, so the title kind of just stuck."


    Captain


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    Gao Heng then interceded, "Since our little junior can''t think of a question, I''ll take on that mantle myself."


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    Captain


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    For some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s and Lu Xiaobei''s picks always turned out the same. Just now there were five people, but because Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei both had their palms facing down, the others were all out.


    After Gao Heng''s burst of luck got him chosen for five consecutive rounds, he threw down the stick in his hand and grumbled: "I''m not going again, I''ll be the referee."


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    Hearing this, the group sighed in disappointment, and instead eagerly turned their thoughts towards winning against Lu Xiaobei in the next upcoming rounds. Gao Heng stuck his nose out to the sky proudly to reply, "The first time I saw Captain, her eyes were a bit bluer than they are now, so I suspected it from since back then."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    Gao Heng stood up excitedly at this result, "In the peak of this battle, it seems our little junior has gained the victory!" He then put on a sad face, saying with a sigh, "Captain, the privilege is all yours now, so which will you choose, is it going to be truth, or will it be a dare?"


    Hearing this, the group sighed in disappointment, and instead eagerly turned their thoughts towards winning against Lu Xiaobei in the next upcoming rounds. Gao Heng stuck his nose out to the sky proudly to reply, "The first time I saw Captain, her eyes were a bit bluer than they are now, so I suspected it from since back then."


    Mr. Qi was around twenty seven to twenty eight years old. He always wore a pair a gold-rimmed glasses, and had fair skin. He was a handsome man, one who always had a graceful air surrounding him, and one who looked like those financial industry elites. But, secretly, Yu Xiaoya always thought he was not as responsible as the other winter holiday teacher who had brought them there, Miss Xu.


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    "Do you want to come with me?" The sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice sounding in Xiaoya''s ear left her stunned, after she realized what the other girl had asked, she replied, "Oh, yeah, okay!"


    Xiaoya stuck out her tongue and smiled at Lu Xiaobei, as both had their palms facing upwards which meant they didn''t have to worry about being chosen for a while.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    Lu Xiaobei was seriously like a character straight out of a comic book.


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    "Rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors¡ª" The crowd cheered them on, as Xiaoya then put out paper while Lu Xiaobei drew rock.


    "Do you want to come with me?" The sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice sounding in Xiaoya''s ear left her stunned, after she realized what the other girl had asked, she replied, "Oh, yeah, okay!"


    Xiaoya walked over beside Lu Xiaobei, to sit in the empty spot which remained in the circle everyone formed. Then that boy who had just invited them, picked up a stick, and struck the grass, asking: "So have you guys figured out what game we''re going to play?"


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    The others rapidly started to chime in, "Since we''re already sitting in a circle, playing throw the handkerchief[1] makes sense, and the loser can put on a talent show."


    Before Lu Xiaobei could respond, a boy jumped out from behind her, and said: "Captain, do you want to play together?"


    "Aye aye aye, are you a kid? Only primary school kids play that game. We should all play the murder-mystery boardgame close your eyes when it gets dark[2] instead."


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    When "match" was declared, everyone stretched their hands out, with palms facing either up or down. Gao Heng looked at the hands, seven had palms facing up (white) and four had them facing down (black), then announced: "White''s out, black continue."


    Yu Xiaoya spent the entire morning with her head in the clouds. In the suitcase packed by her mother, all there was were thick clothing, extra thick clothing, and extra extra thick clothing along with a myriad of snacks, and not one sign of the winter homework assigned to her by her teachers. Yu Xiaoya scratched her head, the last two days at her house were spent embroiled in arguments, so she never get the chance to tell her mother she still needed to get her winter holiday homework assignments.


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    Gao Heng then interceded, "Since our little junior can''t think of a question, I''ll take on that mantle myself."


    Throw the Handkerchief [¶ªÊÖÅÁ]: this a kid''s game played by seating five or more people in a circle and having one person holding a handkerchief encircle everyone from behind while they all sing a song. The handkerchief holder then chooses a person to secretly drop the handkerchief behind, the person who it was dropped by has to then quickly chase the thrower to win, but if the thrower steals the chaser''s seat, the chaser has to pay a penalty. It''s kinda like duck duck goose. [] Close your eyes when it gets dark [ÍæÌìºÚÇë±ÕÑÛ]: is a detective, murder-mystery boardgame and an online game that requires 8-16 people who are allotted the roles of policemen, killers, or civilians (for basic gameplay, you can have less people). The number of players determines how many cops or killers an be in the game (8-10 players: 2 killers and officers max; 10-14: 3 killers and officers max; 15-16: 4 killers and officers max). A judge is selected and they shuffle and deal the cards which must be kept hidden. After looking at your cards, the judge announces it''s dark and everyone stops moving and closes their eyes quietly. The judge then announces for the killers to open their eyes so they can each see their comrades. Then the judge asks the killer to kill, and they quietly agree on a person to kill, the judge notes the person and after telling the killers to close their again, the judge announces to the police to open their eyes. The police then all confirm their companions... Okay, this goes on for a good while but you get the gist. Think, Among Us.[] Black White Match [ºÚ°×Åä]: A game to reduce multiple people down to two, and rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors is used to narrow a group of two down to one.


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    Lu Xiaobei again introduced the people she knew, most of them being third year students. The remaining were a few second years who she did not know, and as for the number of first years, there was only Yu Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei was seriously like a character straight out of a comic book.


    Gao Heng picked up the stick he held, waving it in the centre of the circle, saying, "Hey, quit arguing, already. How about truth or dare? It''s not like we have any stuff with us here anyway."


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Gao Heng stood up excitedly at this result, "In the peak of this battle, it seems our little junior has gained the victory!" He then put on a sad face, saying with a sigh, "Captain, the privilege is all yours now, so which will you choose, is it going to be truth, or will it be a dare?"


    Xiaoya already entered a fighting posture, "I''m ready!"


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    The others rapidly started to chime in, "Since we''re already sitting in a circle, playing throw the handkerchief makes sense, and the loser can put on a talent show."


    After lunch, they went on an outing. Mr. Qi took them from the building for a walk up the mountain located at the back of the town. This mountain had a large meadow, and even a few benches. "Listen up you guys, I don''t want you all to wander off too far, alright? This mountain is quite large so if you get lost, I won''t be able to find you."


    But right now, instead...


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    Gao Heng then cleared his throat, and then asked a question no one else had thought of, saying, "Captain, are you mixed?"


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "During our high school military training sessions I was chosen by the drillmaster to be captain, and from then on everyone just kept calling me that, so the title kind of just stuck."


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"[3]


    The curiosity of the onlookers were all aroused, as when it came to their goddess, there was so much they didn''t know. Such as: has she ever been in love? What kind of boy does she like? How may people are there in her family? Or if she grew up pretty, etc.


    When "match" was declared, everyone stretched their hands out, with palms facing either up or down. Gao Heng looked at the hands, seven had palms facing up (white) and four had them facing down (black), then announced: "White''s out, black continue."


    After lunch, they went on an outing. Mr. Qi took them from the building for a walk up the mountain located at the back of the town. This mountain had a large meadow, and even a few benches. "Listen up you guys, I don''t want you all to wander off too far, alright? This mountain is quite large so if you get lost, I won''t be able to find you."


    "Do you want to come with me?" The sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice sounding in Xiaoya''s ear left her stunned, after she realized what the other girl had asked, she replied, "Oh, yeah, okay!"


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    After experiencing Gao Heng carrying a female student on his back, running three laps around everyone, doing twenty push-ups, and sharing the saddest love story of his life; everyone had become deeply immersed in the game. Gao Heng was simply an entertaining fellow, he was such a spectacle to the eyes. Every single time it had come down to him and another person to duke it out using rock-paper-scissors, he would always lose, which made it even more entertaining!


    Xiaoya stuck out her tongue and smiled at Lu Xiaobei, as both had their palms facing upwards which meant they didn''t have to worry about being chosen for a while.


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    After Gao Heng''s burst of luck got him chosen for five consecutive rounds, he threw down the stick in his hand and grumbled: "I''m not going again, I''ll be the referee."


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    Captain


    N/A


    After experiencing Gao Heng carrying a female student on his back, running three laps around everyone, doing twenty push-ups, and sharing the saddest love story of his life; everyone had become deeply immersed in the game. Gao Heng was simply an entertaining fellow, he was such a spectacle to the eyes. Every single time it had come down to him and another person to duke it out using rock-paper-scissors, he would always lose, which made it even more entertaining!


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, saying instead, "Sorry, those all count as other questions."


    After Gao Heng''s burst of luck got him chosen for five consecutive rounds, he threw down the stick in his hand and grumbled: "I''m not going again, I''ll be the referee."


    After experiencing Gao Heng carrying a female student on his back, running three laps around everyone, doing twenty push-ups, and sharing the saddest love story of his life; everyone had become deeply immersed in the game. Gao Heng was simply an entertaining fellow, he was such a spectacle to the eyes. Every single time it had come down to him and another person to duke it out using rock-paper-scissors, he would always lose, which made it even more entertaining!


    The curiosity of the onlookers were all aroused, as when it came to their goddess, there was so much they didn''t know. Such as: has she ever been in love? What kind of boy does she like? How may people are there in her family? Or if she grew up pretty, etc.


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    Captain


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    After lunch, they went on an outing. Mr. Qi took them from the building for a walk up the mountain located at the back of the town. This mountain had a large meadow, and even a few benches. "Listen up you guys, I don''t want you all to wander off too far, alright? This mountain is quite large so if you get lost, I won''t be able to find you."


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    Everyone else just laughed joyfully, not caring at all, as Gao Heng had always been the one losing. Seeing him being the only one tasting defeat would get boring at some point too, right?


    Only when Lu Xiaobei had closed the door with a "ka-chack", did Yu Xiaoya fully regain her senses. The winter holidays had already arrived, and right now she was no longer in her house...


    N/A


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    Lu Xiaobei again introduced the people she knew, most of them being third year students. The remaining were a few second years who she did not know, and as for the number of first years, there was only Yu Xiaoya.


    When "match" was declared, everyone stretched their hands out, with palms facing either up or down. Gao Heng looked at the hands, seven had palms facing up (white) and four had them facing down (black), then announced: "White''s out, black continue."


    N/A


    Yu Xiaoya sighed internally, but after lingering about for a while, she then walked over to Lu Xiaobei and asked: "Are you busy right now?"


    The others rapidly started to chime in, "Since we''re already sitting in a circle, playing throw the handkerchief makes sense, and the loser can put on a talent show."


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    On the grass, the group of sparrows chirped: "Captain, why didn''t you ever say anything?"


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    Lu Xiaobei did not deny it, saying, "Yes, I have some Western European ancestry."


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    Xiaoya jaw dropped in admiration, "That''s so cool!" The military drill sessions of their high school wasn''t separated between boys and girls, so for her to become captain, she would have had to defeat every single person on her team.


    Xiaoya stuck out her tongue and smiled at Lu Xiaobei, as both had their palms facing upwards which meant they didn''t have to worry about being chosen for a while.


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    "Do you want to come with me?" The sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice sounding in Xiaoya''s ear left her stunned, after she realized what the other girl had asked, she replied, "Oh, yeah, okay!"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, not saying a word.


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    Gao Heng picked up the stick he held, waving it in the centre of the circle, saying, "Hey, quit arguing, already. How about truth or dare? It''s not like we have any stuff with us here anyway."


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    The others rapidly started to chime in, "Since we''re already sitting in a circle, playing throw the handkerchief makes sense, and the loser can put on a talent show."


    For some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s and Lu Xiaobei''s picks always turned out the same. Just now there were five people, but because Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei both had their palms facing down, the others were all out.


    Everyone else just laughed joyfully, not caring at all, as Gao Heng had always been the one losing. Seeing him being the only one tasting defeat would get boring at some point too, right?


    Lu Xiaobei from beside Xiaoya introduced the other members, "The guy speaking right now is called Gao Heng." Xiaoya in response glanced to Lu Xiaobei and said, "Oh, I know him. He hosts the school''s talent show every year."


    After lunch, they went on an outing. Mr. Qi took them from the building for a walk up the mountain located at the back of the town. This mountain had a large meadow, and even a few benches. "Listen up you guys, I don''t want you all to wander off too far, alright? This mountain is quite large so if you get lost, I won''t be able to find you."


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    The curiosity of the onlookers were all aroused, as when it came to their goddess, there was so much they didn''t know. Such as: has she ever been in love? What kind of boy does she like? How may people are there in her family? Or if she grew up pretty, etc.


    Lazy and unreliable to the extreme.


    Hearing this, the group sighed in disappointment, and instead eagerly turned their thoughts towards winning against Lu Xiaobei in the next upcoming rounds. Gao Heng stuck his nose out to the sky proudly to reply, "The first time I saw Captain, her eyes were a bit bluer than they are now, so I suspected it from since back then."


    Yu Xiaoya sighed internally, but after lingering about for a while, she then walked over to Lu Xiaobei and asked: "Are you busy right now?"


    On the grass, the group of sparrows chirped: "Captain, why didn''t you ever say anything?"


    On the grass, the group of sparrows chirped: "Captain, why didn''t you ever say anything?"


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    Lu Xiaobei, even though she was very pretty, her foreign ancestry wasn''t very obvious, otherwise no one would''ve not guessed it until now.


    Xiaoya already entered a fighting posture, "I''m ready!"


    Gao Heng stood up excitedly at this result, "In the peak of this battle, it seems our little junior has gained the victory!" He then put on a sad face, saying with a sigh, "Captain, the privilege is all yours now, so which will you choose, is it going to be truth, or will it be a dare?"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, not saying a word.


    "It''s time to wake up." That low and sexy voice of hers sounded in Xiaoya''s ears.


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    So Yu Xiaoya spent that entire morning in a daze, while doing her best to get through the self-study period.


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    "Rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors¡ª" The crowd cheered them on, as Xiaoya then put out paper while Lu Xiaobei drew rock.


    Xiaoya walked over beside Lu Xiaobei, to sit in the empty spot which remained in the circle everyone formed. Then that boy who had just invited them, picked up a stick, and struck the grass, asking: "So have you guys figured out what game we''re going to play?"


    Gao Heng stood up excitedly at this result, "In the peak of this battle, it seems our little junior has gained the victory!" He then put on a sad face, saying with a sigh, "Captain, the privilege is all yours now, so which will you choose, is it going to be truth, or will it be a dare?"


    Early the next morning, while the first wisps of the sun''s rising rays shone down, Yu Xiaoya felt like if she was still lost in a dream, the thought causing her to rub her eyes, as a beautiful face that had no right to appear in the human world was currently before her. The impact of it all was simply too much for her, which was why Yu Xiaoya felt as if her head had grown dizzy.


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    "It''s time to wake up." That low and sexy voice of hers sounded in Xiaoya''s ears.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    The others rapidly started to chime in, "Since we''re already sitting in a circle, playing throw the handkerchief makes sense, and the loser can put on a talent show."


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    Yu Xiaoya hastily sat herself up, her eyes dazedly staring at the refreshingly gorgeous beauty softly walking away from her bed, then to the passageway, before opening the door and closing it shut, her movements much like floating clouds or flowing water.


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    Xiaoya walked over beside Lu Xiaobei, to sit in the empty spot which remained in the circle everyone formed. Then that boy who had just invited them, picked up a stick, and struck the grass, asking: "So have you guys figured out what game we''re going to play?"


    Lazy and unreliable to the extreme.


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, not saying a word.


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    On the grass, the group of sparrows chirped: "Captain, why didn''t you ever say anything?"


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    Gao Heng stood up excitedly at this result, "In the peak of this battle, it seems our little junior has gained the victory!" He then put on a sad face, saying with a sigh, "Captain, the privilege is all yours now, so which will you choose, is it going to be truth, or will it be a dare?"


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Gao Heng then cleared his throat, and then asked a question no one else had thought of, saying, "Captain, are you mixed?"


    After experiencing Gao Heng carrying a female student on his back, running three laps around everyone, doing twenty push-ups, and sharing the saddest love story of his life; everyone had become deeply immersed in the game. Gao Heng was simply an entertaining fellow, he was such a spectacle to the eyes. Every single time it had come down to him and another person to duke it out using rock-paper-scissors, he would always lose, which made it even more entertaining!


    Yu Xiaoya spent the entire morning with her head in the clouds. In the suitcase packed by her mother, all there was were thick clothing, extra thick clothing, and extra extra thick clothing along with a myriad of snacks, and not one sign of the winter homework assigned to her by her teachers. Yu Xiaoya scratched her head, the last two days at her house were spent embroiled in arguments, so she never get the chance to tell her mother she still needed to get her winter holiday homework assignments.


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    Everyone turned their gazes from Lu Xiaobei towards Xiaoya, her victory gaining her this privilege. Xiaoya clenched her hand, raising to caress her cheek, absentmindedly replying: "I uh... I can''t think of a question."


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, not saying a word.


    Before Lu Xiaobei could respond, a boy jumped out from behind her, and said: "Captain, do you want to play together?"


    Lu Xiaobei again introduced the people she knew, most of them being third year students. The remaining were a few second years who she did not know, and as for the number of first years, there was only Yu Xiaoya.


    When "match" was declared, everyone stretched their hands out, with palms facing either up or down. Gao Heng looked at the hands, seven had palms facing up (white) and four had them facing down (black), then announced: "White''s out, black continue."


    "It''s time to wake up." That low and sexy voice of hers sounded in Xiaoya''s ears.


    Gao Heng then interceded, "Since our little junior can''t think of a question, I''ll take on that mantle myself."


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "During our high school military training sessions I was chosen by the drillmaster to be captain, and from then on everyone just kept calling me that, so the title kind of just stuck."


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    On the grass, the group of sparrows chirped: "Captain, why didn''t you ever say anything?"


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    The curiosity of the onlookers were all aroused, as when it came to their goddess, there was so much they didn''t know. Such as: has she ever been in love? What kind of boy does she like? How may people are there in her family? Or if she grew up pretty, etc.


    Lazy and unreliable to the extreme.


    Gao Heng picked up the stick he held, waving it in the centre of the circle, saying, "Hey, quit arguing, already. How about truth or dare? It''s not like we have any stuff with us here anyway."


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    Lu Xiaobei was seriously like a character straight out of a comic book.


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    Lu Xiaobei, even though she was very pretty, her foreign ancestry wasn''t very obvious, otherwise no one would''ve not guessed it until now.


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    Gao Heng then cleared his throat, and then asked a question no one else had thought of, saying, "Captain, are you mixed?"


    "Do you want to come with me?" The sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice sounding in Xiaoya''s ear left her stunned, after she realized what the other girl had asked, she replied, "Oh, yeah, okay!"


    Captain


    Xiaoya already entered a fighting posture, "I''m ready!"


    Yu Xiaoya spent the entire morning with her head in the clouds. In the suitcase packed by her mother, all there was were thick clothing, extra thick clothing, and extra extra thick clothing along with a myriad of snacks, and not one sign of the winter homework assigned to her by her teachers. Yu Xiaoya scratched her head, the last two days at her house were spent embroiled in arguments, so she never get the chance to tell her mother she still needed to get her winter holiday homework assignments.


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    "Rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors¡ª" The crowd cheered them on, as Xiaoya then put out paper while Lu Xiaobei drew rock.


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    For some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s and Lu Xiaobei''s picks always turned out the same. Just now there were five people, but because Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei both had their palms facing down, the others were all out.


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    Lu Xiaobei was seriously like a character straight out of a comic book.


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei again introduced the people she knew, most of them being third year students. The remaining were a few second years who she did not know, and as for the number of first years, there was only Yu Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    Lu Xiaobei did not deny it, saying, "Yes, I have some Western European ancestry."


    "Aw¡ª" Everyone sighed. You''re face to face the mysterious goddess Lu Xiaobei, and seriously couldn''t come up with a question?


    On the grass, the group of sparrows chirped: "Captain, why didn''t you ever say anything?"


    Lu Xiaobei again introduced the people she knew, most of them being third year students. The remaining were a few second years who she did not know, and as for the number of first years, there was only Yu Xiaoya.


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    "Rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors¡ª" The crowd cheered them on, as Xiaoya then put out paper while Lu Xiaobei drew rock.


    Captain


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, saying instead, "Sorry, those all count as other questions."


    Everyone else just laughed joyfully, not caring at all, as Gao Heng had always been the one losing. Seeing him being the only one tasting defeat would get boring at some point too, right?


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    A new round began: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    "Aye aye aye, are you a kid? Only primary school kids play that game. We should all play the murder-mystery boardgame close your eyes when it gets dark instead."


    Lu Xiaobei, even though she was very pretty, her foreign ancestry wasn''t very obvious, otherwise no one would''ve not guessed it until now.


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, saying instead, "Sorry, those all count as other questions."


    But right now, instead...


    Hearing this, the group sighed in disappointment, and instead eagerly turned their thoughts towards winning against Lu Xiaobei in the next upcoming rounds. Gao Heng stuck his nose out to the sky proudly to reply, "The first time I saw Captain, her eyes were a bit bluer than they are now, so I suspected it from since back then."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    Xiaoya jaw dropped in admiration, "That''s so cool!" The military drill sessions of their high school wasn''t separated between boys and girls, so for her to become captain, she would have had to defeat every single person on her team.


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Everyone else just laughed joyfully, not caring at all, as Gao Heng had always been the one losing. Seeing him being the only one tasting defeat would get boring at some point too, right?


    Xiaoya also recalled seeing English on Lu Xiaobei''s computer screen the day before upon hearing this, thinking: No wonder her English is so good! It''s because she''s mixed.


    Mr. Qi then urged: "Look after your roommates, and don''t go running around wildly. If anything happens, that other person will get themselves plastered in bold letters on the complaint poster when they get back at school." Then quickly found himself a refreshing patch of grass to enjoy a nice bath in the sun.


    "And now, here we have a scene of a pair roommates turning from lovers to foes. Yesterday, they slept under the same roof, but today, they are forced to draw knives against the other. So in this battle, who will be crowned the victor, and who will be the one to suffer the sting defeat?" Gao Heng proclaimed from beside them, "Are you guys ready?!"


    After Gao Heng''s burst of luck got him chosen for five consecutive rounds, he threw down the stick in his hand and grumbled: "I''m not going again, I''ll be the referee."


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    "Gao Heng, how did you guess?!"


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    Gao Heng picked up the stick he held, waving it in the centre of the circle, saying, "Hey, quit arguing, already. How about truth or dare? It''s not like we have any stuff with us here anyway."


    Lu Xiaobei, even though she was very pretty, her foreign ancestry wasn''t very obvious, otherwise no one would''ve not guessed it until now.


    Xiaoya already entered a fighting posture, "I''m ready!"


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    All those assignments... they were basically impossible to ever complete.


    Yu Xiaoya hurriedly washed up, running to the first floor to grab two buns, before dashing to the self-study class on the third floor of the left building.


    "Hahahaha." Gao Heng laughed, "Captain, you and our junior are way too in sync. Every time there''s a pair of black or white it''s destined to be the two of you."


    "Huh?!" Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei in shock. Even though Lu Xiaobei''s nose was high and quite straight, her facial features seemed to be carved, and her skin was very pale to the point it seemed to glow a bit under the sun; she never thought Lu Xiaobei could be mixed.


    Yu Xiaoya hurriedly washed up, running to the first floor to grab two buns, before dashing to the self-study class on the third floor of the left building.


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    Gao Heng then cleared his throat, and then asked a question no one else had thought of, saying, "Captain, are you mixed?"


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    "Aye aye aye, are you a kid? Only primary school kids play that game. We should all play the murder-mystery boardgame close your eyes when it gets dark instead."


    This was her first day living with the campus goddess Lu Xiaobei. Wait... no, that''s not right¡ªthis was her first day at winter camp!


    The third floor of the building was turned into a self-study area, consisting of a dozen or so chairs and desks of varying sizes, with Mr. Qi sitting up at the front as he supervised the students doing their papers. But one shouldn''t look down on a high school teacher''s ability to dole out assignments, you know. Because these papers come in all forms, like there were papers issued by their own school, papers issued by the top schools in the same city, papers issued by the top schools in the same province, papers issued by the most notable schools in the country, etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...


    Yu Xiaoya had read the brochure for the winter camp before, it stated that they (the students) would be taken to closely experience the great outdoors, and to know more about nature. Yu Xiaoya''s parents also believed that this meant the instructors would be teaching them about the natural flora and fauna. Which would prevent the only tree their daughter was able to recognise being a willow, and the only flower she''s able to recognise being a rose.


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    N/A


    Xiaoya regained now her senses, replying, "Yeah, I''m alright. But why does everyone call you captain, though?"


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "During our high school military training sessions I was chosen by the drillmaster to be captain, and from then on everyone just kept calling me that, so the title kind of just stuck."


    Throw the Handkerchief [¶ªÊÖÅÁ]: this a kid''s game played by seating five or more people in a circle and having one person holding a handkerchief encircle everyone from behind while they all sing a song. The handkerchief holder then chooses a person to secretly drop the handkerchief behind, the person who it was dropped by has to then quickly chase the thrower to win, but if the thrower steals the chaser''s seat, the chaser has to pay a penalty. It''s kinda like duck duck goose. [] Close your eyes when it gets dark [ÍæÌìºÚÇë±ÕÑÛ]: is a detective, murder-mystery boardgame and an online game that requires 8-16 people who are allotted the roles of policemen, killers, or civilians (for basic gameplay, you can have less people). The number of players determines how many cops or killers an be in the game (8-10 players: 2 killers and officers max; 10-14: 3 killers and officers max; 15-16: 4 killers and officers max). A judge is selected and they shuffle and deal the cards which must be kept hidden. After looking at your cards, the judge announces it''s dark and everyone stops moving and closes their eyes quietly. The judge then announces for the killers to open their eyes so they can each see their comrades. Then the judge asks the killer to kill, and they quietly agree on a person to kill, the judge notes the person and after telling the killers to close their again, the judge announces to the police to open their eyes. The police then all confirm their companions... Okay, this goes on for a good while but you get the gist. Think, Among Us.[] Black White Match [ºÚ°×Åä]: A game to reduce multiple people down to two, and rock¡ªpaper¡ªscissors is used to narrow a group of two down to one.


    N/A


    Despite the ones grumbling about how boring the option was, they themselves couldn''t come up with any games, so not too long afterwards, they all placed their right hands behind their backs and shouted: "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, not saying a word.


    Lu Xiaobei replied: "Truth."


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    Xiaoya jaw dropped in admiration, "That''s so cool!" The military drill sessions of their high school wasn''t separated between boys and girls, so for her to become captain, she would have had to defeat every single person on her team.


    "Is it your grandmother or grandfather who''s European?"


    Lu Xiaobei was seriously like a character straight out of a comic book.


    Mr. Qi was around twenty seven to twenty eight years old. He always wore a pair a gold-rimmed glasses, and had fair skin. He was a handsome man, one who always had a graceful air surrounding him, and one who looked like those financial industry elites. But, secretly, Yu Xiaoya always thought he was not as responsible as the other winter holiday teacher who had brought them there, Miss Xu.


    N/A


    Xiaoya jaw dropped in admiration, "That''s so cool!" The military drill sessions of their high school wasn''t separated between boys and girls, so for her to become captain, she would have had to defeat every single person on her team.


    "It''s time to wake up." That low and sexy voice of hers sounded in Xiaoya''s ears.


    "Are you alright?" The others were laughing and carrying on, but only Lu Xiaobei noticed Xiaoya seemed a dazed, so she asked the other girl out of concern.


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei with raised eyebrows, the other seeming to look back at her with a smile. Lu Xiaobei''s face seemed to be as dazzling as the sun, and for some unknown reason, Xiaoya felt her own cheeks grow warm.


    But high-schoolers still needed their winter assignments! Mom, do you have such little faith in me? Don''t you care about me? Sad, Yu Xiaoya cried.


    Lu Xiaobei looked behind her, to see a group of seven or eight boys and girls sitting on the grass in a circle. They were all currently staring at Lu Xiaobei, eyes filled with sparkles as if they were seeing a celebrity.


    Everyone else just laughed joyfully, not caring at all, as Gao Heng had always been the one losing. Seeing him being the only one tasting defeat would get boring at some point too, right?


    Captain


    Only when Lu Xiaobei had closed the door with a "ka-chack", did Yu Xiaoya fully regain her senses. The winter holidays had already arrived, and right now she was no longer in her house...

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    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    N/A


    Xiaoya giggled while walking beside Lu Xiaoya. From since she had begun high school, she had never been this happy. Peeping at the torch light in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Xiaoya then said, "Captain, that sort of looks like the flashlight the principal carries around every night."


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Truth


    "I thought there was gonna be a winter camp couple."


    Stars... acne...


    Gao Heng then looked at Xiaoya, a wicked smile spawning on his face.


    "I thought there was gonna be a winter camp couple."


    When a student passed by them, they all took off in every direction, all except for one little pigeon. This one was not afraid of people like the others, and the bright green and purple around its neck made it especially beautiful. For this reason, a group of girls came by and fed it some corn kernels, the little thing was even brave enough to get closer to them and peck it from their hands.


    Stars... acne...


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    Winter days are that time of year where things are the most lifeless, but a group of teenagers are always full of life. Even after playing from the afternoon until evening, they still showed no sign of exhaustion.


    Yu Xiaoya then turned her head, the embers of the bonfire leapt, illuminating that person''s bright and clear face, the scene causing their beauty to increase threefold. In that moment, she recalled the black wind-breaker that person wore the night before, as well as her statuesque figure on the hillside today, "Captain, in my heart, you are the most outstanding of us all. So if I was ever looking for a boyfriend, I will surely try to find one like you."


    Yu Xiaoya then turned her head, the embers of the bonfire leapt, illuminating that person''s bright and clear face, the scene causing their beauty to increase threefold. In that moment, she recalled the black wind-breaker that person wore the night before, as well as her statuesque figure on the hillside today, "Captain, in my heart, you are the most outstanding of us all. So if I was ever looking for a boyfriend, I will surely try to find one like you."


    From her seat beside Yu Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei cleared her throat, and Xiaoya felt a bit more at ease. After spending half the day stirring up trouble, she wasn''t the only one who got familiar with her winter camp schoolmates, even managing to whisper in the captain''s ear from time to time. So right now with the captain as her backer, nothing¡ªeven the unstoppable¡ªcould stand in her way.


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    Xiaoya shook her head in response, replying, "Nothing. Everyone''s singing just sounds really nice."


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned for a while, never expecting Gao Heng to ask such a question. The scarlet glow of the setting evening sun was obstructed by the mountains, yet Xiaoya''s cheeks were tinged with a crimson hue. She quickly glanced at all the boys sitting around her, hearing their boisterous laughter, and feeling herself grow embarrassed¡ªembarrassed to the point of death!


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    "Scoff¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    When a student passed by them, they all took off in every direction, all except for one little pigeon. This one was not afraid of people like the others, and the bright green and purple around its neck made it especially beautiful. For this reason, a group of girls came by and fed it some corn kernels, the little thing was even brave enough to get closer to them and peck it from their hands.


    Truth


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    From her seat beside Yu Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei cleared her throat, and Xiaoya felt a bit more at ease. After spending half the day stirring up trouble, she wasn''t the only one who got familiar with her winter camp schoolmates, even managing to whisper in the captain''s ear from time to time. So right now with the captain as her backer, nothing¡ªeven the unstoppable¡ªcould stand in her way.


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    Gao Heng then looked at Xiaoya, a wicked smile spawning on his face.


    Xiaoya shook her head in response, replying, "Nothing. Everyone''s singing just sounds really nice."


    Yu Xiaoya bit her lips, her inner turmoil revealed in her eyes. If the punishment this time was downing three cups, she could just pour them. This time... This time...


    Gao Heng then looked at Xiaoya, a wicked smile spawning on his face.


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    N/A


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, Xiaoya explained, "After the evening self-study classes back at school, the principal always takes along a huge flashlight when going around to catch people, like if there was a couple holding hands or something. Even boys and girls walking side by side got counted. And after he grabbed them, he made them stand outside under the big tree near the gate."


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    Stars... acne...


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    This... this is just a game.


    The hand holding Lu Xiaobei''s cup stilled, her body turning to the side, and her gaze calmly fixed on Xiaoya. That girl''s facial features weren''t that outstanding, and was covered in a lot of acne. But her eyes however, they were surprisingly bright. At that exact moment, her smiling eyes was no different than a crescent moon, one completely filled with her own reflection.


    "What''s the matter?" Lu Xiaobei tilted her head, revealing a charming smile, one which made her prior preoccupied state seem like a figment of the imagination.


    Gao Heng then looked at Xiaoya, a wicked smile spawning on his face.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, Xiaoya explained, "After the evening self-study classes back at school, the principal always takes along a huge flashlight when going around to catch people, like if there was a couple holding hands or something. Even boys and girls walking side by side got counted. And after he grabbed them, he made them stand outside under the big tree near the gate."


    The hand holding Lu Xiaobei''s cup stilled, her body turning to the side, and her gaze calmly fixed on Xiaoya. That girl''s facial features weren''t that outstanding, and was covered in a lot of acne. But her eyes however, they were surprisingly bright. At that exact moment, her smiling eyes was no different than a crescent moon, one completely filled with her own reflection.


    From her seat beside Yu Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei cleared her throat, and Xiaoya felt a bit more at ease. After spending half the day stirring up trouble, she wasn''t the only one who got familiar with her winter camp schoolmates, even managing to whisper in the captain''s ear from time to time. So right now with the captain as her backer, nothing¡ªeven the unstoppable¡ªcould stand in her way.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    N/A


    The hand holding Lu Xiaobei''s cup stilled, her body turning to the side, and her gaze calmly fixed on Xiaoya. That girl''s facial features weren''t that outstanding, and was covered in a lot of acne. But her eyes however, they were surprisingly bright. At that exact moment, her smiling eyes was no different than a crescent moon, one completely filled with her own reflection.


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    Truth


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    "Scoff¡ª"


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    But although Xiaoya was relieved by doing this, she still turned her head, not wanting to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a while.


    Truth


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    In that moment, everyone stopped cheering, all completely scared stiff by Yu Xiaoya''s serious tone. This girl, is she really planning on confessing in front of everybody? Gao Heng was already preparing his pose. Let alone the twenty students there, even in the entire school, he was chosen to be one of the top ten most popular kids.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, Xiaoya explained, "After the evening self-study classes back at school, the principal always takes along a huge flashlight when going around to catch people, like if there was a couple holding hands or something. Even boys and girls walking side by side got counted. And after he grabbed them, he made them stand outside under the big tree near the gate."


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    From her seat beside Yu Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei cleared her throat, and Xiaoya felt a bit more at ease. After spending half the day stirring up trouble, she wasn''t the only one who got familiar with her winter camp schoolmates, even managing to whisper in the captain''s ear from time to time. So right now with the captain as her backer, nothing¡ªeven the unstoppable¡ªcould stand in her way.


    Yu Xiaoya was stunned for a while, never expecting Gao Heng to ask such a question. The scarlet glow of the setting evening sun was obstructed by the mountains, yet Xiaoya''s cheeks were tinged with a crimson hue. She quickly glanced at all the boys sitting around her, hearing their boisterous laughter, and feeling herself grow embarrassed¡ªembarrassed to the point of death!


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Yu Xiaoya bit her lips, her inner turmoil revealed in her eyes. If the punishment this time was downing three cups, she could just pour them. This time... This time...


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    Gao Heng then looked at Xiaoya, a wicked smile spawning on his face.


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    When a student passed by them, they all took off in every direction, all except for one little pigeon. This one was not afraid of people like the others, and the bright green and purple around its neck made it especially beautiful. For this reason, a group of girls came by and fed it some corn kernels, the little thing was even brave enough to get closer to them and peck it from their hands.


    This... this is just a game.


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, Xiaoya explained, "After the evening self-study classes back at school, the principal always takes along a huge flashlight when going around to catch people, like if there was a couple holding hands or something. Even boys and girls walking side by side got counted. And after he grabbed them, he made them stand outside under the big tree near the gate."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    What difference was there, though?


    When a student passed by them, they all took off in every direction, all except for one little pigeon. This one was not afraid of people like the others, and the bright green and purple around its neck made it especially beautiful. For this reason, a group of girls came by and fed it some corn kernels, the little thing was even brave enough to get closer to them and peck it from their hands.


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Yu Xiaoya then turned her head, the embers of the bonfire leapt, illuminating that person''s bright and clear face, the scene causing their beauty to increase threefold. In that moment, she recalled the black wind-breaker that person wore the night before, as well as her statuesque figure on the hillside today, "Captain, in my heart, you are the most outstanding of us all. So if I was ever looking for a boyfriend, I will surely try to find one like you."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Winter days are that time of year where things are the most lifeless, but a group of teenagers are always full of life. Even after playing from the afternoon until evening, they still showed no sign of exhaustion.


    This... this is just a game.


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    But although Xiaoya was relieved by doing this, she still turned her head, not wanting to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a while.


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    What difference was there, though?


    "Scoff¡ª"


    In that moment, everyone stopped cheering, all completely scared stiff by Yu Xiaoya''s serious tone. This girl, is she really planning on confessing in front of everybody? Gao Heng was already preparing his pose. Let alone the twenty students there, even in the entire school, he was chosen to be one of the top ten most popular kids.


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    In that moment, everyone stopped cheering, all completely scared stiff by Yu Xiaoya''s serious tone. This girl, is she really planning on confessing in front of everybody? Gao Heng was already preparing his pose. Let alone the twenty students there, even in the entire school, he was chosen to be one of the top ten most popular kids.


    Xiaoya was also soft-tempered by nature, so she couldn''t say anything back to attack Lu Xiaobei. Plus, the acne on her face had always been her sore spot. But, right now, she was holding hands with the school goddess, Lu Xiaobei. Seeming to have something to rely on, Xiaoya tightly gripped that warm dry hand, swinging it towards Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, fiercely hitting twice, before giving up.


    N/A


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    Yu Xiaoya then turned her head, the embers of the bonfire leapt, illuminating that person''s bright and clear face, the scene causing their beauty to increase threefold. In that moment, she recalled the black wind-breaker that person wore the night before, as well as her statuesque figure on the hillside today, "Captain, in my heart, you are the most outstanding of us all. So if I was ever looking for a boyfriend, I will surely try to find one like you."


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    The hand holding Lu Xiaobei''s cup stilled, her body turning to the side, and her gaze calmly fixed on Xiaoya. That girl''s facial features weren''t that outstanding, and was covered in a lot of acne. But her eyes however, they were surprisingly bright. At that exact moment, her smiling eyes was no different than a crescent moon, one completely filled with her own reflection.


    Xiaoya shook her head in response, replying, "Nothing. Everyone''s singing just sounds really nice."


    Yu Xiaoya then turned her head, the embers of the bonfire leapt, illuminating that person''s bright and clear face, the scene causing their beauty to increase threefold. In that moment, she recalled the black wind-breaker that person wore the night before, as well as her statuesque figure on the hillside today, "Captain, in my heart, you are the most outstanding of us all. So if I was ever looking for a boyfriend, I will surely try to find one like you."


    Stars... acne...


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    "Scoff¡ª"


    "Aw, what a let down."


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    "Aw, what a let down."


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    Xiaoya was also soft-tempered by nature, so she couldn''t say anything back to attack Lu Xiaobei. Plus, the acne on her face had always been her sore spot. But, right now, she was holding hands with the school goddess, Lu Xiaobei. Seeming to have something to rely on, Xiaoya tightly gripped that warm dry hand, swinging it towards Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, fiercely hitting twice, before giving up.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    "Aw, what a let down."


    "What''s the matter?" Lu Xiaobei tilted her head, revealing a charming smile, one which made her prior preoccupied state seem like a figment of the imagination.


    This... this is just a game.


    "I thought there was gonna be a winter camp couple."


    Winter days are that time of year where things are the most lifeless, but a group of teenagers are always full of life. Even after playing from the afternoon until evening, they still showed no sign of exhaustion.


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    In that moment, everyone stopped cheering, all completely scared stiff by Yu Xiaoya''s serious tone. This girl, is she really planning on confessing in front of everybody? Gao Heng was already preparing his pose. Let alone the twenty students there, even in the entire school, he was chosen to be one of the top ten most popular kids.


    Xiaoya was also soft-tempered by nature, so she couldn''t say anything back to attack Lu Xiaobei. Plus, the acne on her face had always been her sore spot. But, right now, she was holding hands with the school goddess, Lu Xiaobei. Seeming to have something to rely on, Xiaoya tightly gripped that warm dry hand, swinging it towards Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, fiercely hitting twice, before giving up.


    Stars... acne...


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    What difference was there, though?


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    This... this is just a game.


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    ¡×***¡«


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    Truth


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    Truth


    "What''s the matter?" Lu Xiaobei tilted her head, revealing a charming smile, one which made her prior preoccupied state seem like a figment of the imagination.


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    "What''s the matter?" Lu Xiaobei tilted her head, revealing a charming smile, one which made her prior preoccupied state seem like a figment of the imagination.


    But although Xiaoya was relieved by doing this, she still turned her head, not wanting to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a while.


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    "Aw, what a let down."


    Xiaoya giggled while walking beside Lu Xiaoya. From since she had begun high school, she had never been this happy. Peeping at the torch light in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Xiaoya then said, "Captain, that sort of looks like the flashlight the principal carries around every night."


    "Scoff¡ª"


    "Scoff¡ª"


    This... this is just a game.


    Gao Heng then argued back, "I did spin it! You were just too happy eating your bun to notice!"


    When a student passed by them, they all took off in every direction, all except for one little pigeon. This one was not afraid of people like the others, and the bright green and purple around its neck made it especially beautiful. For this reason, a group of girls came by and fed it some corn kernels, the little thing was even brave enough to get closer to them and peck it from their hands.


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    Yu Xiaoya bit her lips, her inner turmoil revealed in her eyes. If the punishment this time was downing three cups, she could just pour them. This time... This time...


    The northern wind carried a slight chill, and apart from that lush field, all the leaves of the trees covering the mountain side had fallen, leaving nothing behind.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    What difference was there, though?


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, Xiaoya explained, "After the evening self-study classes back at school, the principal always takes along a huge flashlight when going around to catch people, like if there was a couple holding hands or something. Even boys and girls walking side by side got counted. And after he grabbed them, he made them stand outside under the big tree near the gate."


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    "I thought there was gonna be a winter camp couple."


    Xiaoya shook her head in response, replying, "Nothing. Everyone''s singing just sounds really nice."


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    Xiaoya was also soft-tempered by nature, so she couldn''t say anything back to attack Lu Xiaobei. Plus, the acne on her face had always been her sore spot. But, right now, she was holding hands with the school goddess, Lu Xiaobei. Seeming to have something to rely on, Xiaoya tightly gripped that warm dry hand, swinging it towards Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, fiercely hitting twice, before giving up.


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    "I thought there was gonna be a winter camp couple."


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    Stars... acne...


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    Gao Heng then looked at Xiaoya, a wicked smile spawning on his face.


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    "What''s the matter?" Lu Xiaobei tilted her head, revealing a charming smile, one which made her prior preoccupied state seem like a figment of the imagination.


    The hand holding Lu Xiaobei''s cup stilled, her body turning to the side, and her gaze calmly fixed on Xiaoya. That girl''s facial features weren''t that outstanding, and was covered in a lot of acne. But her eyes however, they were surprisingly bright. At that exact moment, her smiling eyes was no different than a crescent moon, one completely filled with her own reflection.


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    Xiaoya shook her head in response, replying, "Nothing. Everyone''s singing just sounds really nice."


    Stars... acne...


    Mr. Qi had borrowed a barbecue grill from the owner of the building and had taken the twenty students for a hillside barbecue that evening, nipping the issue of dinner that night in the bud. Xiaoya happily nibbled on a steamed bun then, while listening to Gao Heng shout, "Little junior, you lost! But I''ll do you a solid and choose truth for you since it''s going be dark soon, and if I give a dare, I''m afraid you won''t see the road clearly. You might end up falling and crying."


    "Scoff¡ª"


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    When a student passed by them, they all took off in every direction, all except for one little pigeon. This one was not afraid of people like the others, and the bright green and purple around its neck made it especially beautiful. For this reason, a group of girls came by and fed it some corn kernels, the little thing was even brave enough to get closer to them and peck it from their hands.


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    "Scoff¡ª"


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    Xiaoya shook her head in response, replying, "Nothing. Everyone''s singing just sounds really nice."


    Yu Xiaoya bit her lips, her inner turmoil revealed in her eyes. If the punishment this time was downing three cups, she could just pour them. This time... This time...


    Seeing the captain sweep her eyes in his direction, Gao Heng felt his mouth slightly twitch, prompting him to then off-handedly threw out a question, saying, "Little junior, from the ones seated here, who do you think is the most handsome, and who would you like to be your boyfriend?"


    Yu Xiaoya then turned her head, the embers of the bonfire leapt, illuminating that person''s bright and clear face, the scene causing their beauty to increase threefold. In that moment, she recalled the black wind-breaker that person wore the night before, as well as her statuesque figure on the hillside today, "Captain, in my heart, you are the most outstanding of us all. So if I was ever looking for a boyfriend, I will surely try to find one like you."


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    "Scoff¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei was still unresponsive. Only then did Xiaoya notice that the captain seemed to be lost in her own thoughts, and possibly hadn''t heard what she said at all. So she the called out, "Captain? Captain?!"


    Yu Xiaoya''s heart was now beating like a drum. Gao Heng looks super careless but his EQ isn''t bad, so he shouldn''t ask any improper questions, right?


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Lu Xiaobei listened for a while, then also began to sing, "The star lights, will light up my future..." Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, the vast number of stars twinkling in the sky were unable to compare to the pair of sparkling eyes currently before her, the thought of who that lucky person able to become such a girl''s partner would be creeping into her mind.


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    "Huh?" Xiaoya was a then a bit stunned, as the index finger of Lu Xiaobei''s half-closed right hand gently hooked her by the chin. It felt like being touched by a feather¡ªa bit ticklish... a bit tingly. Lu Xiaobei then sang the line once more, this time right beside Xiaoya''s ear, "The star lights, will light up my future..."


    The song: ÐÇÐǵãµÆ (Star Lighting/Lamps) by Zheng Zhihua[]Link: YouTube


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei staring intently at her face, smiling as though she was suddenly in a good mood. Xiaoya unconsciously touched her own face, thinking there was something dirty there. But all she felt was oily skin... and her pimples...


    N/A


    Stars... acne...


    Xiaoya giggled while walking beside Lu Xiaoya. From since she had begun high school, she had never been this happy. Peeping at the torch light in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, Xiaoya then said, "Captain, that sort of looks like the flashlight the principal carries around every night."


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    Stars... acne...


    The owner of the building had brought over a few large flash lights to give the students, and with Mr. Qi carrying the two grills in hand, all the students were escorted off the mountain in single file. The road there was levelled, and although there were no street lights, under the dancing moonlight, the star-filled sky, and the large flash lights in hand, the students didn''t feel the journey was difficult at all.


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    The hand holding Lu Xiaobei''s cup stilled, her body turning to the side, and her gaze calmly fixed on Xiaoya. That girl''s facial features weren''t that outstanding, and was covered in a lot of acne. But her eyes however, they were surprisingly bright. At that exact moment, her smiling eyes was no different than a crescent moon, one completely filled with her own reflection.


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    In that moment, Yu Xiaoya was then transported back to her regular classroom. There, despite the entire room being filled with people, she was still all alone. If she carelessly gave the wrong answer to this question, or did something wrong, she might just become a circus monkey and attract even more attention.


    Yu Xiaoya''s eyes widened, looking to him she asked in shock, "How did I lose? You just put down the chopsticks, you didn''t even spin them!" After the barbecue started, Gao Heng dragged the others to play again. He simply wasn''t in the mood to do "Black¡ªwhite¡ªmatch¡ª" so had chosen to spin a chopstick instead, and whomever it landed on would just be declared the loser.


    "Once there was a youth who dreamt their entire sky was filled with stars. He had no clue how high the sky reached, nor till when ocean stretches far..." As night fell, the melodic waves of songs floated over the hillside.


    Xiaoya was also soft-tempered by nature, so she couldn''t say anything back to attack Lu Xiaobei. Plus, the acne on her face had always been her sore spot. But, right now, she was holding hands with the school goddess, Lu Xiaobei. Seeming to have something to rely on, Xiaoya tightly gripped that warm dry hand, swinging it towards Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, fiercely hitting twice, before giving up.


    This... this is just a game.


    But although Xiaoya was relieved by doing this, she still turned her head, not wanting to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a while.


    Yu Xiaoya took a bite of her now cold steamed bun, "There is only one person among us worthy of being the one who stands above all others."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei pleadingly, seeming like a someone drowning trying to grasp at straws. Sensing Xiaoya''s teary eyed state, Lu Xiaobei blocked her lips with a cup feigning a drink, whispering, "It''s only a game." Any random you say is fine.


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    But although Xiaoya was relieved by doing this, she still turned her head, not wanting to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a while.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei didn''t reply, Xiaoya explained, "After the evening self-study classes back at school, the principal always takes along a huge flashlight when going around to catch people, like if there was a couple holding hands or something. Even boys and girls walking side by side got counted. And after he grabbed them, he made them stand outside under the big tree near the gate."


    What difference was there, though?


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    But although Xiaoya was relieved by doing this, she still turned her head, not wanting to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a while.


    What difference was there, though?


    Yu Xiaoya''s mind was so empty, she couldn''t grasp at anything. Only managing to repeat to herself: This is different. This is different. This is different.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.


    T-this isn''t good! It''s only a game, but why does it feel like I''m making a confession.


    "What''s the matter?" Lu Xiaobei tilted her head, revealing a charming smile, one which made her prior preoccupied state seem like a figment of the imagination.


    Lu Xiaobei felt as if a bucket of cold water was poured on her head. Her heart thundering as it pounded. But she was unsure about who exactly it was beating for.


    Maybe it was just because there were a lot of people, or maybe it was down to Xiaoya''s luck being that great, but since she never experienced losing, she was a bit excited to join the game. So, at that moment, she really wasn''t mad at all, saying, "Ask away."


    Xiaoya''s eyes soured in anger. She wanted to leave, but Lu Xiaobei held her back, "Don''t be rash, you might fall later if you''re not careful." Lu Xiaobei didn''t say these words without reason, as yesterday when Xiaoya was walking off the bus, she hadn''t looked where she was walking and twisted her foot. But, fortunately, it wasn''t serious, leaving no redness or swelling behind. But right now it was dark, and they were also going down a mountain, so her falling there wouldn''t be any kind of laughing matter.


    Half lain on a huge stone, was a huge tree trunk. Maybe it was like that because it got struck by lightning, or maybe it was because someone chopped it down, but on it was a string of grey pigeons lined in a row, looking like troops ready and waiting to march in some parade.

 CH 5

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    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    Holding Hands


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    "No, it''s just an exchange of different educational ideals, it''s not anything serious." Upon reaching their room, Lu Xiaobei came to realise they had been holding hands the entire way, and naturally let go. From her pocket, she then fished out the room key and opened the door, but not before making way for Xiaoya to enter first.


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    "Captain, what''s wrong? Am I disturbing you?" Xiang Yi asked seeing Lu Xiaobei close her laptop.


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Hearing this, Xiang Yi paused, giving Lu Xiaobei a few tentative glances. She then line of sight onto the hard to read Mo Yichen, figuring she might as well stay.


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Xiang Yi: "My dad was an extreme sports enthusiast, and when I was seven, he had decided he wanted to go conquer Mount Everest too. But, because of an avalanche, the only one conquered was him instead."


    Lu Xiaobei only smiled at him for a bit, giving him no answer to his prior question.


    Captain likes ''em a bit dumb, noted


    Lu Xiaobei gave a hum in response, not saying anything more, now turning to go sit on the chair before switching her laptop on and beginning to type.


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    "I don''t dislike this little brother of mine, and I know my parents were looking forward to having him for a long time. But the insulation at out house isn''t very good, so every night when he cries, he can wake me up three or four times in one night." Maybe Mo Yichen had been holding these words inside for a long time, or perhaps the tranquillity of the night had the power to make a person''s heart more tender, nonetheless, Mo Yichen added, "Our family has a small house that''s not far from my house or the school, it only has one room, so I had talked to my dad about me going there to stay."


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Xiaoya, not thinking, gave the ditzy reply, "Congratulations then?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Lu Xiaobei reached to pulled out her chair for the other girl, then said, "Fine, let''s all talk." Seeing Xiaoya cheer happily because of this, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t help the slight upwards curve of her lips.


    Xiaoya was about to put on her slippers to get up, but seeing her, Yu Xiaobei spoke up from beside her, "I''ll go." From the other side of the room, taking only three steps, Lu Xiaobei soon opened the door.


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    When they returned to the building, contrary to everyone''s expectation, Miss Xu was standing in wait at the entrance. After she counting the number of students, she simply made everyone return directly to their rooms to rest.


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    Holding Hands


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    But before Xiaoya turned the corner to walk to the second floor, she heard the sharp voice of Miss Xu ring out, "You not only took them up the mountain, but you even brought them back this late?! If something went wrong up there, you realise you''re the one who''d have to take responsibility for it, right?!"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the poor girl reeling in despair next to her, comforting her by saying, "No they''re not, and you''re not stupid."


    "It''s not like there little kids, and they look like decent kids to me too. So nothing would''ve gone wrong. Winter camp is only a month long. If they spend everyday cooped up in self-study classes, when camp is over, most of them wouldn''t even be able to remember their classmates'' faces. So what''s the point of doing any of this then?" Mr. Qi also explained.


    When they returned to the building, contrary to everyone''s expectation, Miss Xu was standing in wait at the entrance. After she counting the number of students, she simply made everyone return directly to their rooms to rest.


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    "I don''t dislike this little brother of mine, and I know my parents were looking forward to having him for a long time. But the insulation at out house isn''t very good, so every night when he cries, he can wake me up three or four times in one night." Maybe Mo Yichen had been holding these words inside for a long time, or perhaps the tranquillity of the night had the power to make a person''s heart more tender, nonetheless, Mo Yichen added, "Our family has a small house that''s not far from my house or the school, it only has one room, so I had talked to my dad about me going there to stay."


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Xiaoya then whispered: "Are they fighting?"


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    Lu Xiaobei reached to pulled out her chair for the other girl, then said, "Fine, let''s all talk." Seeing Xiaoya cheer happily because of this, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t help the slight upwards curve of her lips.


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    "No, it''s just an exchange of different educational ideals, it''s not anything serious." Upon reaching their room, Lu Xiaobei came to realise they had been holding hands the entire way, and naturally let go. From her pocket, she then fished out the room key and opened the door, but not before making way for Xiaoya to enter first.


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    "No, why don''t you stay for a while?" Xiaoya wanted to talk about something else to overshadow the previous topic. Besides, it was still early and not even close to the time the captain had gone to bed the day before. Everyone who went back to their rooms, were all just looking at their computers or phones.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    Captain likes ''em a bit dumb, noted


    From her angle as well, Xiang Yi couldn''t see Mo Yichen''s face, yet she still did her best to comfort the other girl, saying, "The people who come to winter camp are those who have nowhere to go for the new year, and who have difficulties at home. After college entrance exams are over, and you go to university, you can move to a distant city, far far away. That annoying kid is not your son, so you can just move far away."


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    Hearing this, Xiang Yi paused, giving Lu Xiaobei a few tentative glances. She then line of sight onto the hard to read Mo Yichen, figuring she might as well stay.


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Lu Xiaobei gave a hum in response, not saying anything more, now turning to go sit on the chair before switching her laptop on and beginning to type.


    N/A


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    Yu Xiaoya was now sitting on her bed, her hands tucked beneath her chin, as she looked out the window, where beyond it was only darkness, and nothing could be seen. Only ten minutes had passed since the left the mountain, yet she was already missing the fun that was had.


    "It''s not like there little kids, and they look like decent kids to me too. So nothing would''ve gone wrong. Winter camp is only a month long. If they spend everyday cooped up in self-study classes, when camp is over, most of them wouldn''t even be able to remember their classmates'' faces. So what''s the point of doing any of this then?" Mr. Qi also explained.


    From her angle as well, Xiang Yi couldn''t see Mo Yichen''s face, yet she still did her best to comfort the other girl, saying, "The people who come to winter camp are those who have nowhere to go for the new year, and who have difficulties at home. After college entrance exams are over, and you go to university, you can move to a distant city, far far away. That annoying kid is not your son, so you can just move far away."


    When they returned to the building, contrary to everyone''s expectation, Miss Xu was standing in wait at the entrance. After she counting the number of students, she simply made everyone return directly to their rooms to rest.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    Xiaoya felt herself stifle a breath, feeling she as if she inconsequential.


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    Xiaoya, not thinking, gave the ditzy reply, "Congratulations then?"


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Holding Hands


    "I don''t dislike this little brother of mine, and I know my parents were looking forward to having him for a long time. But the insulation at out house isn''t very good, so every night when he cries, he can wake me up three or four times in one night." Maybe Mo Yichen had been holding these words inside for a long time, or perhaps the tranquillity of the night had the power to make a person''s heart more tender, nonetheless, Mo Yichen added, "Our family has a small house that''s not far from my house or the school, it only has one room, so I had talked to my dad about me going there to stay."


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    Xiaoya was about to put on her slippers to get up, but seeing her, Yu Xiaobei spoke up from beside her, "I''ll go." From the other side of the room, taking only three steps, Lu Xiaobei soon opened the door.


    "No, why don''t you stay for a while?" Xiaoya wanted to talk about something else to overshadow the previous topic. Besides, it was still early and not even close to the time the captain had gone to bed the day before. Everyone who went back to their rooms, were all just looking at their computers or phones.


    "No, why don''t you stay for a while?" Xiaoya wanted to talk about something else to overshadow the previous topic. Besides, it was still early and not even close to the time the captain had gone to bed the day before. Everyone who went back to their rooms, were all just looking at their computers or phones.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    Holding Hands


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    "No, it''s just an exchange of different educational ideals, it''s not anything serious." Upon reaching their room, Lu Xiaobei came to realise they had been holding hands the entire way, and naturally let go. From her pocket, she then fished out the room key and opened the door, but not before making way for Xiaoya to enter first.


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    "No, it''s just an exchange of different educational ideals, it''s not anything serious." Upon reaching their room, Lu Xiaobei came to realise they had been holding hands the entire way, and naturally let go. From her pocket, she then fished out the room key and opened the door, but not before making way for Xiaoya to enter first.


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Yu Xiaoya was now sitting on her bed, her hands tucked beneath her chin, as she looked out the window, where beyond it was only darkness, and nothing could be seen. Only ten minutes had passed since the left the mountain, yet she was already missing the fun that was had.


    Xiaoya was sitting on her bed, half leaning over, wanting very much to see what was going on. But Lu Xiaobei''s figure was blocking the view of the doorway, so Xiaoya couldn''t see the situation outside at all. Just as she was unable to take it any longer, and was thinking of putting on her slippers, the door opened wide, then Lu Xiaobei led two girls inside.


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    Even though Xiaoya doesn''t actually know what Mo Yichen''s grades were like, the other girl seems to be one of those pure-hearted, otherworldly people to her. The kind that just gave off the feeling of ''she''s a top student!''


    Xiaoya then whispered: "Are they fighting?"


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    Xiaoya was sitting on her bed, half leaning over, wanting very much to see what was going on. But Lu Xiaobei''s figure was blocking the view of the doorway, so Xiaoya couldn''t see the situation outside at all. Just as she was unable to take it any longer, and was thinking of putting on her slippers, the door opened wide, then Lu Xiaobei led two girls inside.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    One of the girls had a straight bang haircut, and was carrying a container before turning to she look at Xiaoya with a smile and say, "Xiaoya, I washed some grapes and brought them over for you two." The sound of that girl''s voice along with looks, were both especially cute. Plus, that soft and tender appearance of hers when she talked and smiled was so lovely, it made Xiaoya want to scoop her up in her arms and take a bite. How could someone be so cute!


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    "It''s not like there little kids, and they look like decent kids to me too. So nothing would''ve gone wrong. Winter camp is only a month long. If they spend everyday cooped up in self-study classes, when camp is over, most of them wouldn''t even be able to remember their classmates'' faces. So what''s the point of doing any of this then?" Mr. Qi also explained.


    Xiaoya was flattered, but instead she replied, "You''re way too kind, Xiang Yi. You should eat them yourself."


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    Xiaoya was flattered, but instead she replied, "You''re way too kind, Xiang Yi. You should eat them yourself."


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Mo Yichen still stared out the window, so Xiaoya could only see her profile during this time. Crystal-like tears now fell from her eyes, streaming down her cheek, trailing over her jaw before meeting their end after falling onto her skirt. Xiaoya had never witnessed a girl cry in such a way prior. There was no wailing, nor sobs; no sound, nor quivering. It was sight which simply compelled a person''s heart to ache.


    "Captain, what''s wrong? Am I disturbing you?" Xiang Yi asked seeing Lu Xiaobei close her laptop.


    Even though Xiaoya doesn''t actually know what Mo Yichen''s grades were like, the other girl seems to be one of those pure-hearted, otherworldly people to her. The kind that just gave off the feeling of ''she''s a top student!''


    Xiaoya then whispered: "Are they fighting?"


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    Xiaoya was flattered, but instead she replied, "You''re way too kind, Xiang Yi. You should eat them yourself."


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Yu Xiaoya nodded while listening to Xian Yi from the side. Thinking too of consoling Mo Yichen, but... why does something not feel right?


    Xiaoya felt herself stifle a breath, feeling she as if she inconsequential.


    One of the girls had a straight bang haircut, and was carrying a container before turning to she look at Xiaoya with a smile and say, "Xiaoya, I washed some grapes and brought them over for you two." The sound of that girl''s voice along with looks, were both especially cute. Plus, that soft and tender appearance of hers when she talked and smiled was so lovely, it made Xiaoya want to scoop her up in her arms and take a bite. How could someone be so cute!


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    "It''s alright. Many years have already passed since then. Plus, I don''t really feel sad because of him all that much any more." Xiang Yi then added, "Besides, my mom loves me a whole lot. She never even remarried and works really hard just to raise me. If I spent the winter vacation at home I would be all alone there, so that''s why I''m here at camp."


    Mo Yichen still stared out the window, so Xiaoya could only see her profile during this time. Crystal-like tears now fell from her eyes, streaming down her cheek, trailing over her jaw before meeting their end after falling onto her skirt. Xiaoya had never witnessed a girl cry in such a way prior. There was no wailing, nor sobs; no sound, nor quivering. It was sight which simply compelled a person''s heart to ache.


    "It''s alright. Many years have already passed since then. Plus, I don''t really feel sad because of him all that much any more." Xiang Yi then added, "Besides, my mom loves me a whole lot. She never even remarried and works really hard just to raise me. If I spent the winter vacation at home I would be all alone there, so that''s why I''m here at camp."


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    Xiaoya was flattered, but instead she replied, "You''re way too kind, Xiang Yi. You should eat them yourself."


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    "I don''t dislike this little brother of mine, and I know my parents were looking forward to having him for a long time. But the insulation at out house isn''t very good, so every night when he cries, he can wake me up three or four times in one night." Maybe Mo Yichen had been holding these words inside for a long time, or perhaps the tranquillity of the night had the power to make a person''s heart more tender, nonetheless, Mo Yichen added, "Our family has a small house that''s not far from my house or the school, it only has one room, so I had talked to my dad about me going there to stay."


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    "It''s alright. Many years have already passed since then. Plus, I don''t really feel sad because of him all that much any more." Xiang Yi then added, "Besides, my mom loves me a whole lot. She never even remarried and works really hard just to raise me. If I spent the winter vacation at home I would be all alone there, so that''s why I''m here at camp."


    From her angle as well, Xiang Yi couldn''t see Mo Yichen''s face, yet she still did her best to comfort the other girl, saying, "The people who come to winter camp are those who have nowhere to go for the new year, and who have difficulties at home. After college entrance exams are over, and you go to university, you can move to a distant city, far far away. That annoying kid is not your son, so you can just move far away."


    Mo Yichen now turned to look at the others, their expressions all seeming as if they thought the sky had fallen in her family, and only went on to say, "Last month, my little brother was born."


    Xiaoya also greeted Mo Yichen, then followed it by asking, "I have a lot of snacks with me, so would you guys like to have some?"


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    Xiaoya, not thinking, gave the ditzy reply, "Congratulations then?"


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    N/A


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    Mo Yichen still stared out the window, so Xiaoya could only see her profile during this time. Crystal-like tears now fell from her eyes, streaming down her cheek, trailing over her jaw before meeting their end after falling onto her skirt. Xiaoya had never witnessed a girl cry in such a way prior. There was no wailing, nor sobs; no sound, nor quivering. It was sight which simply compelled a person''s heart to ache.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    N/A


    One of the girls had a straight bang haircut, and was carrying a container before turning to she look at Xiaoya with a smile and say, "Xiaoya, I washed some grapes and brought them over for you two." The sound of that girl''s voice along with looks, were both especially cute. Plus, that soft and tender appearance of hers when she talked and smiled was so lovely, it made Xiaoya want to scoop her up in her arms and take a bite. How could someone be so cute!


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    One of the girls had a straight bang haircut, and was carrying a container before turning to she look at Xiaoya with a smile and say, "Xiaoya, I washed some grapes and brought them over for you two." The sound of that girl''s voice along with looks, were both especially cute. Plus, that soft and tender appearance of hers when she talked and smiled was so lovely, it made Xiaoya want to scoop her up in her arms and take a bite. How could someone be so cute!


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya sat on their beds, while Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi sat on the chairs, the four all nibbling on snacks and tearing apart fruits as they talked about everything under the sun. From the drinks served in the cafeteria, to the Statue of Liberty in New York; from the big yellow dog by the back gate of the school, to the kangaroos hopping around in the land down under...


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    But before Xiaoya turned the corner to walk to the second floor, she heard the sharp voice of Miss Xu ring out, "You not only took them up the mountain, but you even brought them back this late?! If something went wrong up there, you realise you''re the one who''d have to take responsibility for it, right?!"


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the poor girl reeling in despair next to her, comforting her by saying, "No they''re not, and you''re not stupid."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya sat on their beds, while Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi sat on the chairs, the four all nibbling on snacks and tearing apart fruits as they talked about everything under the sun. From the drinks served in the cafeteria, to the Statue of Liberty in New York; from the big yellow dog by the back gate of the school, to the kangaroos hopping around in the land down under...


    Xiaoya, a bit confused, then asked curiously, "What do you mean by ''when your dad was still here''?"


    Xiaoya felt herself stifle a breath, feeling she as if she inconsequential.


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya, a bit confused, then asked curiously, "What do you mean by ''when your dad was still here''?"


    Xiaoya felt herself stifle a breath, feeling she as if she inconsequential.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    Xiaoya was sitting on her bed, half leaning over, wanting very much to see what was going on. But Lu Xiaobei''s figure was blocking the view of the doorway, so Xiaoya couldn''t see the situation outside at all. Just as she was unable to take it any longer, and was thinking of putting on her slippers, the door opened wide, then Lu Xiaobei led two girls inside.


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    Mo Yichen now turned to look at the others, their expressions all seeming as if they thought the sky had fallen in her family, and only went on to say, "Last month, my little brother was born."


    Mo Yichen still stared out the window, so Xiaoya could only see her profile during this time. Crystal-like tears now fell from her eyes, streaming down her cheek, trailing over her jaw before meeting their end after falling onto her skirt. Xiaoya had never witnessed a girl cry in such a way prior. There was no wailing, nor sobs; no sound, nor quivering. It was sight which simply compelled a person''s heart to ache.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    Xiang Yi: "My dad was an extreme sports enthusiast, and when I was seven, he had decided he wanted to go conquer Mount Everest too. But, because of an avalanche, the only one conquered was him instead."


    Xiaoya was sitting on her bed, half leaning over, wanting very much to see what was going on. But Lu Xiaobei''s figure was blocking the view of the doorway, so Xiaoya couldn''t see the situation outside at all. Just as she was unable to take it any longer, and was thinking of putting on her slippers, the door opened wide, then Lu Xiaobei led two girls inside.


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    "No, it''s just an exchange of different educational ideals, it''s not anything serious." Upon reaching their room, Lu Xiaobei came to realise they had been holding hands the entire way, and naturally let go. From her pocket, she then fished out the room key and opened the door, but not before making way for Xiaoya to enter first.


    "It''s alright. Many years have already passed since then. Plus, I don''t really feel sad because of him all that much any more." Xiang Yi then added, "Besides, my mom loves me a whole lot. She never even remarried and works really hard just to raise me. If I spent the winter vacation at home I would be all alone there, so that''s why I''m here at camp."


    Holding Hands


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    Xiaoya also greeted Mo Yichen, then followed it by asking, "I have a lot of snacks with me, so would you guys like to have some?"


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Xiaoya also greeted Mo Yichen, then followed it by asking, "I have a lot of snacks with me, so would you guys like to have some?"


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    Lu Xiaobei gave a hum in response, not saying anything more, now turning to go sit on the chair before switching her laptop on and beginning to type.


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    Xiaoya was currently shocked. She never thought someone as sweet as Xiang Yi would have so many ups and downs in her life. She always thought such a girl would be loved by everyone she met, a girl to whom flowers would bloom on sight. She had thought a girl like her would spend everyday of her life living smoothly and carefree."


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    Lu Xiaobei only smiled at him for a bit, giving him no answer to his prior question.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    "Captain, what''s wrong? Am I disturbing you?" Xiang Yi asked seeing Lu Xiaobei close her laptop.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    Hearing this, Xiang Yi paused, giving Lu Xiaobei a few tentative glances. She then line of sight onto the hard to read Mo Yichen, figuring she might as well stay.


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    Xiaoya also greeted Mo Yichen, then followed it by asking, "I have a lot of snacks with me, so would you guys like to have some?"


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Xiaoya then whispered: "Are they fighting?"


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Xiaoya, a bit confused, then asked curiously, "What do you mean by ''when your dad was still here''?"


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    Hearing this, Xiang Yi paused, giving Lu Xiaobei a few tentative glances. She then line of sight onto the hard to read Mo Yichen, figuring she might as well stay.


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    "No, why don''t you stay for a while?" Xiaoya wanted to talk about something else to overshadow the previous topic. Besides, it was still early and not even close to the time the captain had gone to bed the day before. Everyone who went back to their rooms, were all just looking at their computers or phones.


    Xiaoya was currently shocked. She never thought someone as sweet as Xiang Yi would have so many ups and downs in her life. She always thought such a girl would be loved by everyone she met, a girl to whom flowers would bloom on sight. She had thought a girl like her would spend everyday of her life living smoothly and carefree."


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Yu Xiaoya was now sitting on her bed, her hands tucked beneath her chin, as she looked out the window, where beyond it was only darkness, and nothing could be seen. Only ten minutes had passed since the left the mountain, yet she was already missing the fun that was had.


    "Captain, what''s wrong? Am I disturbing you?" Xiang Yi asked seeing Lu Xiaobei close her laptop.


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    "It''s not like there little kids, and they look like decent kids to me too. So nothing would''ve gone wrong. Winter camp is only a month long. If they spend everyday cooped up in self-study classes, when camp is over, most of them wouldn''t even be able to remember their classmates'' faces. So what''s the point of doing any of this then?" Mr. Qi also explained.


    N/A


    Hearing this, Xiang Yi paused, giving Lu Xiaobei a few tentative glances. She then line of sight onto the hard to read Mo Yichen, figuring she might as well stay.


    Yu Xiaoya was now sitting on her bed, her hands tucked beneath her chin, as she looked out the window, where beyond it was only darkness, and nothing could be seen. Only ten minutes had passed since the left the mountain, yet she was already missing the fun that was had.


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    "It''s not like there little kids, and they look like decent kids to me too. So nothing would''ve gone wrong. Winter camp is only a month long. If they spend everyday cooped up in self-study classes, when camp is over, most of them wouldn''t even be able to remember their classmates'' faces. So what''s the point of doing any of this then?" Mr. Qi also explained.


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    Xiaoya, a bit confused, then asked curiously, "What do you mean by ''when your dad was still here''?"


    Xiaoya was currently shocked. She never thought someone as sweet as Xiang Yi would have so many ups and downs in her life. She always thought such a girl would be loved by everyone she met, a girl to whom flowers would bloom on sight. She had thought a girl like her would spend everyday of her life living smoothly and carefree."


    Xiaoya, a bit confused, then asked curiously, "What do you mean by ''when your dad was still here''?"


    Xiang Yi: "My dad was an extreme sports enthusiast, and when I was seven, he had decided he wanted to go conquer Mount Everest too. But, because of an avalanche, the only one conquered was him instead."


    Lu Xiaobei reached to pulled out her chair for the other girl, then said, "Fine, let''s all talk." Seeing Xiaoya cheer happily because of this, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t help the slight upwards curve of her lips.


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya sat on their beds, while Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi sat on the chairs, the four all nibbling on snacks and tearing apart fruits as they talked about everything under the sun. From the drinks served in the cafeteria, to the Statue of Liberty in New York; from the big yellow dog by the back gate of the school, to the kangaroos hopping around in the land down under...


    Even though Xiaoya doesn''t actually know what Mo Yichen''s grades were like, the other girl seems to be one of those pure-hearted, otherworldly people to her. The kind that just gave off the feeling of ''she''s a top student!''


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Lu Xiaobei only smiled at him for a bit, giving him no answer to his prior question.


    Having heard the question, Mo Yichen only stared into the darkness beyond the window, her eyes seeming to focus on nothing as she then spoke. "My parents made me come here. They did it because they were worried my studies might be disturbed if I stayed at home."


    Mo Yichen now turned to look at the others, their expressions all seeming as if they thought the sky had fallen in her family, and only went on to say, "Last month, my little brother was born."


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    Xiang Yi: "My dad was an extreme sports enthusiast, and when I was seven, he had decided he wanted to go conquer Mount Everest too. But, because of an avalanche, the only one conquered was him instead."


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    Xiang Yi put down the container, then went on to say, "Yichen and I are staying in room 202, it''s the one right opposite yours, so come drop by whenever you''re free, okay?" Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were roommates, and she had a quiet and cold sister kind of demeanour, completely different from Xiang Yi''s own of being filled with charm. Yichen''s style did not follow the now popular Korean beauty trend, instead her skin was pale and smooth, with the features of a classic beauty, and with a temperament that was cold and quiet, her being akin to that of a snow lotus in winter.


    Lu Xiaobei gave a hum in response, not saying anything more, now turning to go sit on the chair before switching her laptop on and beginning to type.


    Mo Yichen now turned to look at the others, their expressions all seeming as if they thought the sky had fallen in her family, and only went on to say, "Last month, my little brother was born."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya sat on their beds, while Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi sat on the chairs, the four all nibbling on snacks and tearing apart fruits as they talked about everything under the sun. From the drinks served in the cafeteria, to the Statue of Liberty in New York; from the big yellow dog by the back gate of the school, to the kangaroos hopping around in the land down under...


    Xiaoya, not thinking, gave the ditzy reply, "Congratulations then?"


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to her bed and sat down, replying, "No. I had something I had to do, but I already finished it."


    Xiaoya then whispered: "Are they fighting?"


    "It''s alright. Many years have already passed since then. Plus, I don''t really feel sad because of him all that much any more." Xiang Yi then added, "Besides, my mom loves me a whole lot. She never even remarried and works really hard just to raise me. If I spent the winter vacation at home I would be all alone there, so that''s why I''m here at camp."


    "Yo, Captain, did you and little junior know each other before now?" Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei unknowingly upped their pace, and soon found themselves at the front of the group. So upon seeing their entwined hands, Gao Heng stated in surprise, "At school, I rarely ever saw Captain go to the toilet or even walk hand in hand with other girls."


    N/A


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Promptng Xiang Yi to reply: "When my dad was still here, he''d take me on trips all over. Camping, diving, and horseback riding were all things I did before I was even turned seven."


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Xiaoya, not thinking, gave the ditzy reply, "Congratulations then?"


    And outside it, were the smiling faces of two girls.


    Hearing this, Xiang Yi paused, giving Lu Xiaobei a few tentative glances. She then line of sight onto the hard to read Mo Yichen, figuring she might as well stay.


    Xiaoya felt herself stifle a breath, feeling she as if she inconsequential.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    Xiaoya was sitting on her bed, half leaning over, wanting very much to see what was going on. But Lu Xiaobei''s figure was blocking the view of the doorway, so Xiaoya couldn''t see the situation outside at all. Just as she was unable to take it any longer, and was thinking of putting on her slippers, the door opened wide, then Lu Xiaobei led two girls inside.


    "I don''t dislike this little brother of mine, and I know my parents were looking forward to having him for a long time. But the insulation at out house isn''t very good, so every night when he cries, he can wake me up three or four times in one night." Maybe Mo Yichen had been holding these words inside for a long time, or perhaps the tranquillity of the night had the power to make a person''s heart more tender, nonetheless, Mo Yichen added, "Our family has a small house that''s not far from my house or the school, it only has one room, so I had talked to my dad about me going there to stay."


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    One of the girls had a straight bang haircut, and was carrying a container before turning to she look at Xiaoya with a smile and say, "Xiaoya, I washed some grapes and brought them over for you two." The sound of that girl''s voice along with looks, were both especially cute. Plus, that soft and tender appearance of hers when she talked and smiled was so lovely, it made Xiaoya want to scoop her up in her arms and take a bite. How could someone be so cute!


    "It''s alright. Many years have already passed since then. Plus, I don''t really feel sad because of him all that much any more." Xiang Yi then added, "Besides, my mom loves me a whole lot. She never even remarried and works really hard just to raise me. If I spent the winter vacation at home I would be all alone there, so that''s why I''m here at camp."


    Xiaoya was about to put on her slippers to get up, but seeing her, Yu Xiaobei spoke up from beside her, "I''ll go." From the other side of the room, taking only three steps, Lu Xiaobei soon opened the door.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the poor girl reeling in despair next to her, comforting her by saying, "No they''re not, and you''re not stupid."


    "I don''t dislike this little brother of mine, and I know my parents were looking forward to having him for a long time. But the insulation at out house isn''t very good, so every night when he cries, he can wake me up three or four times in one night." Maybe Mo Yichen had been holding these words inside for a long time, or perhaps the tranquillity of the night had the power to make a person''s heart more tender, nonetheless, Mo Yichen added, "Our family has a small house that''s not far from my house or the school, it only has one room, so I had talked to my dad about me going there to stay."


    From her angle as well, Xiang Yi couldn''t see Mo Yichen''s face, yet she still did her best to comfort the other girl, saying, "The people who come to winter camp are those who have nowhere to go for the new year, and who have difficulties at home. After college entrance exams are over, and you go to university, you can move to a distant city, far far away. That annoying kid is not your son, so you can just move far away."


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    Yu Xiaoya nodded while listening to Xian Yi from the side. Thinking too of consoling Mo Yichen, but... why does something not feel right?


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    When they returned to the building, contrary to everyone''s expectation, Miss Xu was standing in wait at the entrance. After she counting the number of students, she simply made everyone return directly to their rooms to rest.


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    Captain likes ''em a bit dumb, noted


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    Xiaoya looked at the black shadow under Mo Yichen''s eyes, understanding where she was coming from. As first years, for them, the final exams of the semester, will place the the students with the most outstanding scores into the competition class. This makes it possible for them to enter the local Olympiad exams, as well as giving them a way of taking the college entrance exams. All the students with outstanding academic records wanted to give their all, and this was even more true for someone like Mo Yichen.


    Xiaoya was flattered, but instead she replied, "You''re way too kind, Xiang Yi. You should eat them yourself."


    Xiaoya was flattered, but instead she replied, "You''re way too kind, Xiang Yi. You should eat them yourself."


    Yu Xiaoya was now sitting on her bed, her hands tucked beneath her chin, as she looked out the window, where beyond it was only darkness, and nothing could be seen. Only ten minutes had passed since the left the mountain, yet she was already missing the fun that was had.


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    Xiang Yi: "My dad was an extreme sports enthusiast, and when I was seven, he had decided he wanted to go conquer Mount Everest too. But, because of an avalanche, the only one conquered was him instead."


    N/A


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    But before Xiaoya turned the corner to walk to the second floor, she heard the sharp voice of Miss Xu ring out, "You not only took them up the mountain, but you even brought them back this late?! If something went wrong up there, you realise you''re the one who''d have to take responsibility for it, right?!"


    Yu Xiaoya nodded while listening to Xian Yi from the side. Thinking too of consoling Mo Yichen, but... why does something not feel right?


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the poor girl reeling in despair next to her, comforting her by saying, "No they''re not, and you''re not stupid."


    Even though Xiaoya doesn''t actually know what Mo Yichen''s grades were like, the other girl seems to be one of those pure-hearted, otherworldly people to her. The kind that just gave off the feeling of ''she''s a top student!''


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    "I''m so sorry. I had no idea." Xiaoya felt like an idiot, did she really need someone to explain words like those?


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    "No way, it'' fine. My family bought me a lot of fruits. Plus, I heard Captain likes grapes so I just..." Even though Xiang Yi said these things to Xiaoya, her gaze to the contrary, every now and again, would flitter towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    Xiang Yi: "My dad was an extreme sports enthusiast, and when I was seven, he had decided he wanted to go conquer Mount Everest too. But, because of an avalanche, the only one conquered was him instead."


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    "But in the end, my dad told me that because my brother was born, our family had run into some financial issues, so they ended up renting out that place instead." Mo Yichen then continued, "I can''t accept something like that. That was the house my grandma had lived in for decades. I spent my childhood there¡ªmany of our family''s memories are there. When my grandma passed away, she had left that house to me, and I don''t want any strangers living there. I even had a huge fight with my parents about this."


    Xiaoya, not thinking, gave the ditzy reply, "Congratulations then?"


    Xiang Yi let out an oh, then continued by saying, "We won''t disturb you guys from getting some rest any longer, we''ll get going first."


    But Xiaoya was not the only one bored at the moment, as from outside the the door of room 201, a very quick stream of knocks had sounded.


    Lu Xiaobei only smiled at him for a bit, giving him no answer to his prior question.


    From her angle as well, Xiang Yi couldn''t see Mo Yichen''s face, yet she still did her best to comfort the other girl, saying, "The people who come to winter camp are those who have nowhere to go for the new year, and who have difficulties at home. After college entrance exams are over, and you go to university, you can move to a distant city, far far away. That annoying kid is not your son, so you can just move far away."


    "It''s not like there little kids, and they look like decent kids to me too. So nothing would''ve gone wrong. Winter camp is only a month long. If they spend everyday cooped up in self-study classes, when camp is over, most of them wouldn''t even be able to remember their classmates'' faces. So what''s the point of doing any of this then?" Mr. Qi also explained.


    Even though Xiaoya doesn''t actually know what Mo Yichen''s grades were like, the other girl seems to be one of those pure-hearted, otherworldly people to her. The kind that just gave off the feeling of ''she''s a top student!''


    Mo Yichen still stared out the window, so Xiaoya could only see her profile during this time. Crystal-like tears now fell from her eyes, streaming down her cheek, trailing over her jaw before meeting their end after falling onto her skirt. Xiaoya had never witnessed a girl cry in such a way prior. There was no wailing, nor sobs; no sound, nor quivering. It was sight which simply compelled a person''s heart to ache.


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    From her angle as well, Xiang Yi couldn''t see Mo Yichen''s face, yet she still did her best to comfort the other girl, saying, "The people who come to winter camp are those who have nowhere to go for the new year, and who have difficulties at home. After college entrance exams are over, and you go to university, you can move to a distant city, far far away. That annoying kid is not your son, so you can just move far away."


    Xiaoya was about to put on her slippers to get up, but seeing her, Yu Xiaobei spoke up from beside her, "I''ll go." From the other side of the room, taking only three steps, Lu Xiaobei soon opened the door.


    Yu Xiaoya nodded while listening to Xian Yi from the side. Thinking too of consoling Mo Yichen, but... why does something not feel right?


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    "You''re just a first year, the homework you get isn''t enough to drive you crazy, right?" Since the new school year had begun, Xiang Yi had once seen Yichen''s father, he was driving his car and dropping her off at school. He had helped open the car door for her, and even carried her book bag too. He seemed like a cow licking her calf, taking care of his daughter with the utmost of love and care. So how could someone like him be willing to let his daughter spend New Year''s Eve in this small mountain valley?


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    But before Xiaoya turned the corner to walk to the second floor, she heard the sharp voice of Miss Xu ring out, "You not only took them up the mountain, but you even brought them back this late?! If something went wrong up there, you realise you''re the one who''d have to take responsibility for it, right?!"


    "But they''re high school students right now, so the only task they have is to focus on their studies. They''ll have decades to meet new people in the future, they..."


    Xiaoya, a bit confused, then asked curiously, "What do you mean by ''when your dad was still here''?"


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    Somewhat puzzled? And somewhat daft? Yu Xiaoya asked: "We can''t go back home for New Year''s?"


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    One of the girls had a straight bang haircut, and was carrying a container before turning to she look at Xiaoya with a smile and say, "Xiaoya, I washed some grapes and brought them over for you two." The sound of that girl''s voice along with looks, were both especially cute. Plus, that soft and tender appearance of hers when she talked and smiled was so lovely, it made Xiaoya want to scoop her up in her arms and take a bite. How could someone be so cute!


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    Xiaoya was sitting on her bed, half leaning over, wanting very much to see what was going on. But Lu Xiaobei''s figure was blocking the view of the doorway, so Xiaoya couldn''t see the situation outside at all. Just as she was unable to take it any longer, and was thinking of putting on her slippers, the door opened wide, then Lu Xiaobei led two girls inside.


    She now felt a bit unhappy, but being ignored was something she had long grown accustomed to, so it wasn''t something that made her angry. Besides, Lu Xiaobei was the most popular girl at school, all the guys and girls wanted to be close to her, and that being the case was a more natural turn of events. If Lu Xiaobei was just a little more outstanding than others, it would''ve garnered jealousy, but with the way she could annihilate others in ever regard one could fathom, it made it that others could only look up to her instead.


    Having heard this, Xiaoya, from the corner of her eye, took a peek at their joined hands. The act seeming to be some sort of agreement of the two being good friends, it''s existence prompting all the anger in Xiaoya''s heart immediately fade away.


    "Camping?" Xiaoya asked, the continued: "I''ve never been camping before?"


    Xiang Yi was a second year student, while Mo Yichen was a first, but the two were also the backbone of the student union, so they had known each other long before. Xiang Yi was a bit curious abut something though, so she then asked the other: "Yichen, why are you at winter camp? Don''t your parents want you to stay with them for New Year''s?"


    "I can only eat a little." Xiang Yi replied, then added: "If only we could''ve spent the night camping on the mountain."


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s beds were close, so Xiaobei reached over and pressed Xiaoya''s shoulder to tell her to not speak.


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    "We''ll be on the mountain for a month. Like if the third years start classes early, we don''t need to go back. Plus, everyone will be celebrating New Year''s, and the town won''t be open for traffic until the seventh day of the lunar month, so it''s unlikely there''ll even be a driver to send people out." Lu Xiaobei stared at Xiaoya curiously, "Didn''t you know that?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s IQ immediately dropped to that of a six year old child, "C-could... could it be that my parents are having a second child? Could they think I''m too stupid and just don''t want me any more?"


    Yu Xiaoya was freaking out. "My parents didn''t tell me anything! They both get along with one another, they don''t look like they want a divorce; and they both both work at large state owned enterprises, so it''s not possible for both of them to bankrupt at the same time..."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the poor girl reeling in despair next to her, comforting her by saying, "No they''re not, and you''re not stupid."


    Lu Xiaobei gave a hum in response, not saying anything more, now turning to go sit on the chair before switching her laptop on and beginning to type.


    Xiaoya gaze still lingered on her now empty hand, a feeling of disappointed nipping at her, while she then replied: "Uh no, it''s still too early for one."


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    Night fell upon the earth, and the light of a torch lit the path before them.


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    Mo Yichen now turned to look at the others, their expressions all seeming as if they thought the sky had fallen in her family, and only went on to say, "Last month, my little brother was born."


    "Are you going to take a bath now?" Lu Xiaobei went on to ask.


    Besides, even if you are a bit stupid, you''re so silly and cute they''ll never be able to let you go.


    Yu Xiaoya nodded while listening to Xian Yi from the side. Thinking too of consoling Mo Yichen, but... why does something not feel right?

 CH 6

    This novel was posted on cntranslationss [dot] blogsp0t [dot] com, by anasi. If you''re not reading it there, you get what you get £þ¤Ø£þ)


    Before, Xiaoya thought the winter camp was just off and on classes, and she would go back home the week of the new year. But now, she came to the realisation she had made too many assumptions.


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    Xiang Yi then asked: "So do you think they are too?"


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    Er''Kang hand. It''s basically used to say "Don''t go | Wait | Don''t do it" and it''s a meme of the ML (Fu Erkang: ¸£¶û¿µ) from a popular drama named My Fair Princess (»¹Öé¸ñ¸ñ). []^. ÔÆÉÑÏÉ×Ó, this is a type of lily *wink*, but the "fairy" in the name can also be read as goddess, so some wordplay is in play here. []anasi: this is your not-so-grumpy-right-now translator''s first time translating yuri, and I''m really happy this story is my first! Xiaoya''s going to need a lot of help extracting that foot from her mouth (¥Î¤Ø£þ¡¢)


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    "Captain?"


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    "That''s possible, but I''ll probably never meet someone like that. But if my roommate was a lesbian..." Xiaoya only had a small spoon''s worth of IQ in her head, so this question was very difficult for her, with her then adding, "I would kick her out, maybe?"


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    From nearby, Xiang Yi felt as though she shouldn''t have said anything, and opened that can of worms. Seeing Mo Yichen''s lonely appearance, and Xiaoya''s entire body covered in negative energy, all she wanted to do right then was go squat in a corner and draw circles, having no choice but to ask Lu Xiaobei for help, "Captain?" What are we going to do?


    But at that time, however, she had no idea... no idea at all.


    Grandma and grandpa are both in good health, and mom and dad have promotions and pay raises right around the corner... So is it really that they''re trying to have a second kid?


    Before, Xiaoya thought the winter camp was just off and on classes, and she would go back home the week of the new year. But now, she came to the realisation she had made too many assumptions.


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    "Do you think there are no lesbians in the world?" Xiang Yi asked, adding, "What about if someone like that is right beside you, for example, if your college roommate was a lily. What would you do?"


    After some time had passed, she thought about what went on earlier that night. Thinking that the fact Lu Xiaobei didn''t kick her out when the girls came over was another really good thing about her.


    After the door was shut, Xiaoya sighed, "Time really flies by fast, right? It''s already two A.M."


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    From nearby, Xiang Yi felt as though she shouldn''t have said anything, and opened that can of worms. Seeing Mo Yichen''s lonely appearance, and Xiaoya''s entire body covered in negative energy, all she wanted to do right then was go squat in a corner and draw circles, having no choice but to ask Lu Xiaobei for help, "Captain?" What are we going to do?


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi had a tacit understanding. Well, not really...


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi had a tacit understanding. Well, not really...


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah... that''s... true."


    "That''s possible, but I''ll probably never meet someone like that. But if my roommate was a lesbian..." Xiaoya only had a small spoon''s worth of IQ in her head, so this question was very difficult for her, with her then adding, "I would kick her out, maybe?"


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    But... Xiang Yi: "I never watched any of those. But I recently watched one called ''Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', have you seen it?"


    Xiaoya blinked excitedly, thinking she finally found someone with the same hobby, listed several current, popular, or not so popular, shouju anime in hopes of resonating with Xiang Yi.


    Xiang Yi: [Er Kang Hand] (Wait, no!)


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    But... Xiang Yi: "I never watched any of those. But I recently watched one called ''Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', have you seen it?"


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    Xiang Yi: [Er Kang Hand] (Wait, no!)[1]


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei like this, a trace of cunning was revealed on Xiang Yi''s face.


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei like this, a trace of cunning was revealed on Xiang Yi''s face.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    "Do you think there are no lesbians in the world?" Xiang Yi asked, adding, "What about if someone like that is right beside you, for example, if your college roommate was a lily. What would you do?"


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    Xiaoya: "Is it an old anime? I never heard of it."


    Stupidly Cute~


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei like this, a trace of cunning was revealed on Xiang Yi''s face.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    But why were we talking about something like this? Xiaoya looked at Xiang Yi, who was currently laughing up a storm, while Mo Yichen looked at her intently, as if there was something wrong.


    But why were we talking about something like this? Xiaoya looked at Xiang Yi, who was currently laughing up a storm, while Mo Yichen looked at her intently, as if there was something wrong.


    But... Xiang Yi: "I never watched any of those. But I recently watched one called ''Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', have you seen it?"


    Er''Kang hand. It''s basically used to say "Don''t go | Wait | Don''t do it" and it''s a meme of the ML (Fu Erkang: ¸£¶û¿µ) from a popular drama named My Fair Princess (»¹Öé¸ñ¸ñ). []^. ÔÆÉÑÏÉ×Ó, this is a type of lily *wink*, but the "fairy" in the name can also be read as goddess, so some wordplay is in play here. []anasi: this is your not-so-grumpy-right-now translator''s first time translating yuri, and I''m really happy this story is my first! Xiaoya''s going to need a lot of help extracting that foot from her mouth (¥Î¤Ø£þ¡¢)


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    "Captain?"


    Xiang Yi then asked: "So do you think they are too?"


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    After some time had passed, she thought about what went on earlier that night. Thinking that the fact Lu Xiaobei didn''t kick her out when the girls came over was another really good thing about her.


    Er''Kang hand. It''s basically used to say "Don''t go | Wait | Don''t do it" and it''s a meme of the ML (Fu Erkang: ¸£¶û¿µ) from a popular drama named My Fair Princess (»¹Öé¸ñ¸ñ). []^. ÔÆÉÑÏÉ×Ó, this is a type of lily *wink*, but the "fairy" in the name can also be read as goddess, so some wordplay is in play here. []anasi: this is your not-so-grumpy-right-now translator''s first time translating yuri, and I''m really happy this story is my first! Xiaoya''s going to need a lot of help extracting that foot from her mouth (¥Î¤Ø£þ¡¢)


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    After the door was shut, Xiaoya sighed, "Time really flies by fast, right? It''s already two A.M."


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Xiaoya: "Is it an old anime? I never heard of it."


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Xiaoya thought that maybe she was neglected for too long, as after just being shown a slight bit of warmth, had made her become all sensitive.


    Xiang Yi let out a pfft, laughing to high heaven.


    But Lu Xiaobei''s back was turned to Xiaoya, while she laid on her side on the bed. So seeing her not answer, Xiaoya spoke up first, "Captain, do you want to go use the bath first?"


    "Do you think there are no lesbians in the world?" Xiang Yi asked, adding, "What about if someone like that is right beside you, for example, if your college roommate was a lily. What would you do?"


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.[2]


    And, just like that, Xiang Yi pulled Mo Yichen to her feet, saying, "We''ll be on our way then. Goodnight, Captain. And Xiaoya..." Xiang Yi never finished her sentence, unable to stop herself from smiling she just left.


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei then asked, " Does this mean you can''t eat spicy food then?"


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei like this, a trace of cunning was revealed on Xiang Yi''s face.


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    Xiaoya: "Is it an old anime? I never heard of it."


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    Stupidly Cute~


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    "Captain?"


    "Captain?"


    Xiang Yi let out a pfft, laughing to high heaven.


    Before, Xiaoya thought the winter camp was just off and on classes, and she would go back home the week of the new year. But now, she came to the realisation she had made too many assumptions.


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    The four having opened up about their own experiences, seeming to have brought them all closer with one another in that short span of time.


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    From nearby, Xiang Yi felt as though she shouldn''t have said anything, and opened that can of worms. Seeing Mo Yichen''s lonely appearance, and Xiaoya''s entire body covered in negative energy, all she wanted to do right then was go squat in a corner and draw circles, having no choice but to ask Lu Xiaobei for help, "Captain?" What are we going to do?


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    After the door was shut, Xiaoya sighed, "Time really flies by fast, right? It''s already two A.M."


    "You can go in first," Lu Xiaobei replied bluntly.


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    A bit dispirited, Xiaoya eyed a bag of half eaten chips on the desk, wanting to use the snack to cure her injured little heart. But just as she reached for it, Lu Xiaobei had blocked her, saying, "Don''t eat that, it''s too greasy."


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    "That''s possible, but I''ll probably never meet someone like that. But if my roommate was a lesbian..." Xiaoya only had a small spoon''s worth of IQ in her head, so this question was very difficult for her, with her then adding, "I would kick her out, maybe?"


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Er''Kang hand. It''s basically used to say "Don''t go | Wait | Don''t do it" and it''s a meme of the ML (Fu Erkang: ¸£¶û¿µ) from a popular drama named My Fair Princess (»¹Öé¸ñ¸ñ). []^. ÔÆÉÑÏÉ×Ó, this is a type of lily *wink*, but the "fairy" in the name can also be read as goddess, so some wordplay is in play here. []anasi: this is your not-so-grumpy-right-now translator''s first time translating yuri, and I''m really happy this story is my first! Xiaoya''s going to need a lot of help extracting that foot from her mouth (¥Î¤Ø£þ¡¢)


    And, just like that, Xiang Yi pulled Mo Yichen to her feet, saying, "We''ll be on our way then. Goodnight, Captain. And Xiaoya..." Xiang Yi never finished her sentence, unable to stop herself from smiling she just left.


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi had a tacit understanding. Well, not really...


    Grandma and grandpa are both in good health, and mom and dad have promotions and pay raises right around the corner... So is it really that they''re trying to have a second kid?


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei then asked, " Does this mean you can''t eat spicy food then?"


    Xiaoya blinked excitedly, thinking she finally found someone with the same hobby, listed several current, popular, or not so popular, shouju anime in hopes of resonating with Xiang Yi.


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    But... Xiang Yi: "I never watched any of those. But I recently watched one called ''Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', have you seen it?"


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    And, just like that, Xiang Yi pulled Mo Yichen to her feet, saying, "We''ll be on our way then. Goodnight, Captain. And Xiaoya..." Xiang Yi never finished her sentence, unable to stop herself from smiling she just left.


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    Xiaoya: "Is it an old anime? I never heard of it."


    After some time had passed, she thought about what went on earlier that night. Thinking that the fact Lu Xiaobei didn''t kick her out when the girls came over was another really good thing about her.


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    After some time had passed, she thought about what went on earlier that night. Thinking that the fact Lu Xiaobei didn''t kick her out when the girls came over was another really good thing about her.


    "Do you think there are no lesbians in the world?" Xiang Yi asked, adding, "What about if someone like that is right beside you, for example, if your college roommate was a lily. What would you do?"


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    A bit dispirited, Xiaoya eyed a bag of half eaten chips on the desk, wanting to use the snack to cure her injured little heart. But just as she reached for it, Lu Xiaobei had blocked her, saying, "Don''t eat that, it''s too greasy."


    "You can go in first," Lu Xiaobei replied bluntly.


    So Xiaoya put down her hand, further going on to say, "I kinda miss the sweet and sour pork at school. This place is alright, but the cook puts way too much pepper in the food here."


    Xiang Yi: [Er Kang Hand] (Wait, no!)


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei then asked, " Does this mean you can''t eat spicy food then?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah... that''s... true."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei then asked, " Does this mean you can''t eat spicy food then?"


    But at that time, however, she had no idea... no idea at all.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    After some time had passed, she thought about what went on earlier that night. Thinking that the fact Lu Xiaobei didn''t kick her out when the girls came over was another really good thing about her.


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    From nearby, Xiang Yi felt as though she shouldn''t have said anything, and opened that can of worms. Seeing Mo Yichen''s lonely appearance, and Xiaoya''s entire body covered in negative energy, all she wanted to do right then was go squat in a corner and draw circles, having no choice but to ask Lu Xiaobei for help, "Captain?" What are we going to do?


    But at that time, however, she had no idea... no idea at all.


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    "That''s possible, but I''ll probably never meet someone like that. But if my roommate was a lesbian..." Xiaoya only had a small spoon''s worth of IQ in her head, so this question was very difficult for her, with her then adding, "I would kick her out, maybe?"


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    But Lu Xiaobei''s back was turned to Xiaoya, while she laid on her side on the bed. So seeing her not answer, Xiaoya spoke up first, "Captain, do you want to go use the bath first?"


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi had a tacit understanding. Well, not really...


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Xiaoya thought that maybe she was neglected for too long, as after just being shown a slight bit of warmth, had made her become all sensitive.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei like this, a trace of cunning was revealed on Xiang Yi''s face.


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    But at that time, however, she had no idea... no idea at all.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    Xiang Yi then asked: "So do you think they are too?"


    But... Xiang Yi: "I never watched any of those. But I recently watched one called ''Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', have you seen it?"


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    So Xiaoya put down her hand, further going on to say, "I kinda miss the sweet and sour pork at school. This place is alright, but the cook puts way too much pepper in the food here."


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    "Do you think there are no lesbians in the world?" Xiang Yi asked, adding, "What about if someone like that is right beside you, for example, if your college roommate was a lily. What would you do?"


    Xiaoya blinked excitedly, thinking she finally found someone with the same hobby, listed several current, popular, or not so popular, shouju anime in hopes of resonating with Xiang Yi.


    Er''Kang hand. It''s basically used to say "Don''t go | Wait | Don''t do it" and it''s a meme of the ML (Fu Erkang: ¸£¶û¿µ) from a popular drama named My Fair Princess (»¹Öé¸ñ¸ñ). []^. ÔÆÉÑÏÉ×Ó, this is a type of lily *wink*, but the "fairy" in the name can also be read as goddess, so some wordplay is in play here. []anasi: this is your not-so-grumpy-right-now translator''s first time translating yuri, and I''m really happy this story is my first! Xiaoya''s going to need a lot of help extracting that foot from her mouth (¥Î¤Ø£þ¡¢)


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Before, Xiaoya thought the winter camp was just off and on classes, and she would go back home the week of the new year. But now, she came to the realisation she had made too many assumptions.


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    "That''s possible, but I''ll probably never meet someone like that. But if my roommate was a lesbian..." Xiaoya only had a small spoon''s worth of IQ in her head, so this question was very difficult for her, with her then adding, "I would kick her out, maybe?"


    Xiaoya: "Is it an old anime? I never heard of it."


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    So Xiaoya put down her hand, further going on to say, "I kinda miss the sweet and sour pork at school. This place is alright, but the cook puts way too much pepper in the food here."


    Xiang Yi let out a pfft, laughing to high heaven.


    Er''Kang hand. It''s basically used to say "Don''t go | Wait | Don''t do it" and it''s a meme of the ML (Fu Erkang: ¸£¶û¿µ) from a popular drama named My Fair Princess (»¹Öé¸ñ¸ñ). []^. ÔÆÉÑÏÉ×Ó, this is a type of lily *wink*, but the "fairy" in the name can also be read as goddess, so some wordplay is in play here. []anasi: this is your not-so-grumpy-right-now translator''s first time translating yuri, and I''m really happy this story is my first! Xiaoya''s going to need a lot of help extracting that foot from her mouth (¥Î¤Ø£þ¡¢)


    Xiaoya blinked excitedly, thinking she finally found someone with the same hobby, listed several current, popular, or not so popular, shouju anime in hopes of resonating with Xiang Yi.


    Xiaoya blinked excitedly, thinking she finally found someone with the same hobby, listed several current, popular, or not so popular, shouju anime in hopes of resonating with Xiang Yi.


    But Lu Xiaobei''s back was turned to Xiaoya, while she laid on her side on the bed. So seeing her not answer, Xiaoya spoke up first, "Captain, do you want to go use the bath first?"


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    Xiang Yi then asked: "So do you think they are too?"


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    From nearby, Xiang Yi felt as though she shouldn''t have said anything, and opened that can of worms. Seeing Mo Yichen''s lonely appearance, and Xiaoya''s entire body covered in negative energy, all she wanted to do right then was go squat in a corner and draw circles, having no choice but to ask Lu Xiaobei for help, "Captain?" What are we going to do?


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    A bit dispirited, Xiaoya eyed a bag of half eaten chips on the desk, wanting to use the snack to cure her injured little heart. But just as she reached for it, Lu Xiaobei had blocked her, saying, "Don''t eat that, it''s too greasy."


    Xiaoya thought that maybe she was neglected for too long, as after just being shown a slight bit of warmth, had made her become all sensitive.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    "That''s possible, but I''ll probably never meet someone like that. But if my roommate was a lesbian..." Xiaoya only had a small spoon''s worth of IQ in her head, so this question was very difficult for her, with her then adding, "I would kick her out, maybe?"


    Xiang Yi then asked: "So do you think they are too?"


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    "Captain?"


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Before, Xiaoya thought the winter camp was just off and on classes, and she would go back home the week of the new year. But now, she came to the realisation she had made too many assumptions.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah... that''s... true."


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Xiaoya: "You know about them too? I heard some of my classmates say they''re lilies."


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.


    Grandma and grandpa are both in good health, and mom and dad have promotions and pay raises right around the corner... So is it really that they''re trying to have a second kid?


    But why were we talking about something like this? Xiaoya looked at Xiang Yi, who was currently laughing up a storm, while Mo Yichen looked at her intently, as if there was something wrong.


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    Xiaoya thought that maybe she was neglected for too long, as after just being shown a slight bit of warmth, had made her become all sensitive.


    The four having opened up about their own experiences, seeming to have brought them all closer with one another in that short span of time.


    But why were we talking about something like this? Xiaoya looked at Xiang Yi, who was currently laughing up a storm, while Mo Yichen looked at her intently, as if there was something wrong.


    A bit dispirited, Xiaoya eyed a bag of half eaten chips on the desk, wanting to use the snack to cure her injured little heart. But just as she reached for it, Lu Xiaobei had blocked her, saying, "Don''t eat that, it''s too greasy."


    The four having opened up about their own experiences, seeming to have brought them all closer with one another in that short span of time.


    But... Xiang Yi: "I never watched any of those. But I recently watched one called ''Puella Magi Madoka Magica'', have you seen it?"


    And, just like that, Xiang Yi pulled Mo Yichen to her feet, saying, "We''ll be on our way then. Goodnight, Captain. And Xiaoya..." Xiang Yi never finished her sentence, unable to stop herself from smiling she just left.


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Stupidly Cute~


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    Xiang Yi: [Er Kang Hand] (Wait, no!)


    And, just like that, Xiang Yi pulled Mo Yichen to her feet, saying, "We''ll be on our way then. Goodnight, Captain. And Xiaoya..." Xiang Yi never finished her sentence, unable to stop herself from smiling she just left.


    After the door was shut, Xiaoya sighed, "Time really flies by fast, right? It''s already two A.M."


    Lu Xiaobei then announced, "It''s already two in the morning. We all have self study classes tomorrow."


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    "Captain?"


    A bit dispirited, Xiaoya eyed a bag of half eaten chips on the desk, wanting to use the snack to cure her injured little heart. But just as she reached for it, Lu Xiaobei had blocked her, saying, "Don''t eat that, it''s too greasy."


    The New Year, Spring Festival celebrations, this was a time for family reunions. Her parents had said they were going to fix up their new house, but... the workers there would have had to return back home to their own families too, so why exactly did her parents send her off to winter camp?


    After the door was shut, Xiaoya sighed, "Time really flies by fast, right? It''s already two A.M."


    The four having opened up about their own experiences, seeming to have brought them all closer with one another in that short span of time.


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    The author has something to say: []The alternate title for this work is "The Chronicles of Xiaoya''s Freestyle Stupidity".[]*personal thanks to users for gifts here*[]PS: This is my first time writing yuri, so if there''s anything bad, please feel free to point it out to me 3Q~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    But Lu Xiaobei''s back was turned to Xiaoya, while she laid on her side on the bed. So seeing her not answer, Xiaoya spoke up first, "Captain, do you want to go use the bath first?"


    Xiang Yi: "Well, that''s because they love each other."


    The four having opened up about their own experiences, seeming to have brought them all closer with one another in that short span of time.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Showing signs of interest, Xiang Yi further asked her: "You watch anime? Which ones do you follow?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    So Xiaoya put down her hand, further going on to say, "I kinda miss the sweet and sour pork at school. This place is alright, but the cook puts way too much pepper in the food here."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    "Captain?"


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    Xiang Yi then asked: "So do you think they are too?"


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    Captain, I wanted you to use that instant charm of yours that''s able to sway men, women, young and old alike to comfort them¡ªnot to divulge your own backstory.


    Stupidly Cute~


    Lu Xiaobei then spoke: "When I was little, my mom and dad got divorced, and... I was awarded to my dad. Because my mom was overseas all throughout the year, and my dad made a new family, I didn''t want to go to his place, so I signed myself up for winter camp."


    Lu Xiaobei patted her back once more, giving her a soft smile, one no different than Cloud Fairy lily in full bloom.


    "You can go in first," Lu Xiaobei replied bluntly.


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    Stupidly Cute~


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    The four having opened up about their own experiences, seeming to have brought them all closer with one another in that short span of time.


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.


    But Lu Xiaobei''s back was turned to Xiaoya, while she laid on her side on the bed. So seeing her not answer, Xiaoya spoke up first, "Captain, do you want to go use the bath first?"


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Yu Xiaoya didn''t know she what she had said was cold.


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    "Do you think there are no lesbians in the world?" Xiang Yi asked, adding, "What about if someone like that is right beside you, for example, if your college roommate was a lily. What would you do?"


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    Regarding this impossible matter, Xiaoya prattled on nonsensically, "Don''t lesbians like girls? It''s not a big deal when it comes to normal everyday stuff, but wouldn''t living together be awkward? If she starts liking her roommate, what will happen then?"


    Xiaoya blinked excitedly, thinking she finally found someone with the same hobby, listed several current, popular, or not so popular, shouju anime in hopes of resonating with Xiang Yi.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    "You can go in first," Lu Xiaobei replied bluntly.


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    Some time ago, Xiaoya had even scrolled past an essay on Weibo titled "If My Mom had a Second Child", the post written by some primary school student. When she read it back then, she honestly had a good laugh, never once expecting the karmic payback for doing so would circle back to find her so soon.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei like this, a trace of cunning was revealed on Xiang Yi''s face.


    After some time had passed, she thought about what went on earlier that night. Thinking that the fact Lu Xiaobei didn''t kick her out when the girls came over was another really good thing about her.


    "Xiaoya pondered over this question for a while, then answered, "Going to school, doing homework, reading comics, and watching anime." Apart from hanging out with some junior high classmates occasionally, she, for the most part, spent her time at home. After saying this, Xiaoya also thought her life was extremely dull as well.


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei then asked, " Does this mean you can''t eat spicy food then?"


    Lu Xiaobei glanced at Xiang Yi, she then walked over to the other bed and sat beside Xiaoya, pulling the younger girl towards her, so her head could rest on her own shoulder, before lightly patting her on the back.


    Before, Xiaoya thought the winter camp was just off and on classes, and she would go back home the week of the new year. But now, she came to the realisation she had made too many assumptions.


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    Lu Xiaobei then announced, "It''s already two in the morning. We all have self study classes tomorrow."


    Xiaoya soon tidied up her emotions, then turned to look at the other two persons in the room. Xiang Yi was currently wearing a forced smile, and only an ordinary expression could be seen on Mo Yichen''s face, the awkward mood from earlier now nowhere to be seen. Yichen then noticed Xiaoya''s concerned eyes towards her, and so sent her a smile.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. My mom''s from Shanghai, so ever since I was little, the dishes in my family were all just mild or sweet." While saying this, Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei was holding her hand again, causing her to smile as she then added, "I heard there are two girls in school who hold hands everyday when they eat. Aren''t they afraid they''ll get them all greasy? Palms sweat, you know?"


    A bit dispirited, Xiaoya eyed a bag of half eaten chips on the desk, wanting to use the snack to cure her injured little heart. But just as she reached for it, Lu Xiaobei had blocked her, saying, "Don''t eat that, it''s too greasy."


    That was definitely one of the most embarrassing moment of my life, no other can even compare.


    The Captain now seemed a bit cold, and Xiaoya, not knowing why she acted that way, simply went off to use the bathroom first.


    Lu Xiaobei then whispered, "At least a problem like that isn''t something you have to worry about."


    Both Mo yichen and Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya fixedly, who replied, "They probably just have a good relationship. How could they really be lilies, huh?"


    Xiang Yi decided to change the topic of conversation to something much lighter, prompting her to ask, "Xiaoya, what''s your normal daily routine like?"


    Xiaoya''s voice, now muffled by Lu Xiaobei''s embrace, was unclear as she spoke. "Maybe it''s all just nonsense I''m imagining... maybe it''s all just nothing." Xiaoya lifted her head, feeling just a bit embarrassed as she added, "So I''m fine now, really."


    At the thought of all this, Xiaoya''s lips had grown a bit pale. Earlier... she should''ve realized it earlier. There must be something serious happening back home...


    But at that time, however, she had no idea... no idea at all.


    But Lu Xiaobei''s back was turned to Xiaoya, while she laid on her side on the bed. So seeing her not answer, Xiaoya spoke up first, "Captain, do you want to go use the bath first?"


    But Lu Xiaobei, in a slightly frigid tone, then asked, "Why would you kick her out?"


    Xiaoya''s understanding of homosexuality was still very surface level, you see. So, to her, homosexuals were mostly handsome guys and beautiful gals, so no one like that, in her mind, would actually fall for someone like her.

 CH 7

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    On the third day of winter camp, Xiaoya awoke with a messy head of hair, while the clock on her nightstand pointed to nine.


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    Until she feel asleep, there was one question that stuck in Xiaoya''s mind she couldn''t make heads or tails of. Why did she ignore me during the day, yet treat me so well at night?


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei''s movement froze for a moment. The girl lying on the bed, on her side, had her eyes closed softly; her body lithe. Both of them seeming to be in two different worlds, one where you can look, one where you can touch, but with no way for them to communicate at all.


    Did Lu Xiaobei not go for dinner? Why did she come back at this hour?


    After Xiaoya was done, she saw yellowish remnants in the bowl, so using the spoon to stir it, she then asked: "What are these?"


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    With these thoughts in mind, Xiaoya kept her head lowered, dawdling as she packed up her stuff, hoping the one who would take the initiative to find her would be Lu Xiaobei.


    It was too late for breakfast, so after Xiaoya had showered, she headed straight for the third floor. In the self-study room, everyone was already seated, all their heads hanging low. Upfront stood Miss Yu lecturing with spit flying, saying, "Starting today, you guys must complete at least three test papers per day, and after you''re done, you must bring them to me to look over."


    She didn''t care if people thought she was strange, nor that she was a loner. The only thing Xiaoya could say she didn''t like, was someone leaving her without saying goodbye.


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    On the third day of winter camp, Xiaoya awoke with a messy head of hair, while the clock on her nightstand pointed to nine.


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    In the pure white cloud of a bed, she then lay down and rolled into a comfortable position, thinking: Bed, dear bed. As expected, you''re my best lover of all.


    The goddess'' heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea¡ªsimply complex.


    There was no one who spoke up for her then, and none who gave her a hand.


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    Lu Xiaobei then moved to go turn on the light, her gaze falling on the garbage bin before returning next to Xiaoya, asking the younger girl, "Are you on your period?"


    ºìÌÇË®: brown sugar "tea", is made from boiling water, brown sugar and water (in its basic form) and is used to relieve stuff like cramps.[]anasi: the timing of this chapter was perfect *chugs brown sugar tea*


    Miss Xu sent Xiaoya an icy glare, then ordered, "Go sit down." Prompting Xiaoya to scurry into the room, and finding a place in the only remaining empty seat. That place was a seat located in the front, and one opposite Lu Xiaobei.


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    There was no radiant smile as she lifted her head, either, like there had been in the past.


    Right then Yu Xiaoya thought to herself: It''s no one''s obligation to wake me up. It''s no one''s obligation to give me a smile. Neither was it anyone''s obligation to comfort me after I was cursed by the teacher. Even if we had held hands while descending the mountain the night before, and even if we talked that night until two in the morning, it doesn''t mean we''re friends.


    Now lying on her side as she looked at the wondrous, crimson tinged sunset which left her in a trance. I wish I had some sparklers...


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    She then asked: "Did you finish eating already?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Ginger."


    Xiaoya felt helpless, and always wondered if her body had a strange buff. She was clearly an ordinary girl, incredibly ordinary at that, so just why is that she simply couldn''t get along with others? If she had known this was how things would turn out earlier, and despite them not being on good terms, she would''ve just elected herself to have stayed with Miss Xu. QAQ


    While there was the sound of everyone else''s writing, Xiaoya''s motionlessness was even more distinct. Soon, a dark shadow then stopped beside her, asking bluntly, "Where are your papers?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Ginger."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei''s movement froze for a moment. The girl lying on the bed, on her side, had her eyes closed softly; her body lithe. Both of them seeming to be in two different worlds, one where you can look, one where you can touch, but with no way for them to communicate at all.


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei''s movement froze for a moment. The girl lying on the bed, on her side, had her eyes closed softly; her body lithe. Both of them seeming to be in two different worlds, one where you can look, one where you can touch, but with no way for them to communicate at all.


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Miss Xu sent Xiaoya an icy glare, then ordered, "Go sit down." Prompting Xiaoya to scurry into the room, and finding a place in the only remaining empty seat. That place was a seat located in the front, and one opposite Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    Why do you care about me again? Xiaoya gently moved her head from under Lu Xiaobei''s palm, replying, "No, I''m not sick, my stomach just hurts a little."


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    I didn''t eat anything bad yesterday. Plus, even if I did, it shouldn''t be acting now, right? Xiaoya then thought some more, remembering she hadn''t eaten anything that morning either. So stomach bug couldn''t be what was causing her pain. Anyhow, she made her way downstairs and returned to the room, planning to head to the toilet to see if she really had the runs.


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    Lu Xiaobei then moved to go turn on the light, her gaze falling on the garbage bin before returning next to Xiaoya, asking the younger girl, "Are you on your period?"


    Little Hedgehog


    Little Hedgehog


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    There was no radiant smile as she lifted her head, either, like there had been in the past.


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    It was too late for breakfast, so after Xiaoya had showered, she headed straight for the third floor. In the self-study room, everyone was already seated, all their heads hanging low. Upfront stood Miss Yu lecturing with spit flying, saying, "Starting today, you guys must complete at least three test papers per day, and after you''re done, you must bring them to me to look over."


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    ºìÌÇË®: brown sugar "tea", is made from boiling water, brown sugar and water (in its basic form) and is used to relieve stuff like cramps.[]anasi: the timing of this chapter was perfect *chugs brown sugar tea*


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    Miss Xu: "Even if you came here with the intention to eat and play, you do realise when winter camp ends, the school term begins, right? So are you planning on finishing your winter assignments on your own?"


    On the third day of winter camp, Xiaoya awoke with a messy head of hair, while the clock on her nightstand pointed to nine.


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    Xiaoya''s only regret at that moment, was of her not having a hole to bury herself into, as she then replied, "No." Miss Xu no longer said anything to her, skipping over her before leaving the class.


    Xiaoya again thought to herself: Its not really a big deal. The world will still keep turning even if there isn''t anyone beside her. And even if she''s alone, she will still be able to live well.


    OMG! I got my period!


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    Frankly she was terrified.


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    There was no one who spoke up for her then, and none who gave her a hand.


    The goddess'' heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea¡ªsimply complex.


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    Xiaoya let out a relieved sigh, never once having thought receiving a test paper would actually be a blessing.


    Xiaoya then watched as Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, thinking the older girl had just left to go get herself a meal. So inside her heart, apart from not being unhappy, all Xiaoya felt was warmth. All because Lu Xiaobei had talked to her, which made it seem she wouldn''t be ignored.


    This was because the self-study sessions at winter camp were in the morning, afternoon and evening too. But only the morning and afternoon sessions were marked as mandatory, whereas whether they attended the evening sessions or not, was something the student could chose. Xiaoya finished the three papers, and after writing her name then stuffing them into the pile at the front of the class, she made her way back to her room.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei''s movement froze for a moment. The girl lying on the bed, on her side, had her eyes closed softly; her body lithe. Both of them seeming to be in two different worlds, one where you can look, one where you can touch, but with no way for them to communicate at all.


    Like this they both stayed, until the last glow of the falling sun was hidden behind the mountain. Its last ray of light disappearing, causing the whole world to fall into darkness.


    Xiaoya''s only regret at that moment, was of her not having a hole to bury herself into, as she then replied, "No." Miss Xu no longer said anything to her, skipping over her before leaving the class.


    Right then Yu Xiaoya thought to herself: It''s no one''s obligation to wake me up. It''s no one''s obligation to give me a smile. Neither was it anyone''s obligation to comfort me after I was cursed by the teacher. Even if we had held hands while descending the mountain the night before, and even if we talked that night until two in the morning, it doesn''t mean we''re friends.


    Until finally, Lu Xiaobei started walking, slowly moving towards... the bedside, one that was not her own.


    With these thoughts in mind, Xiaoya kept her head lowered, dawdling as she packed up her stuff, hoping the one who would take the initiative to find her would be Lu Xiaobei.


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    Like this they both stayed, until the last glow of the falling sun was hidden behind the mountain. Its last ray of light disappearing, causing the whole world to fall into darkness.


    I didn''t eat anything bad yesterday. Plus, even if I did, it shouldn''t be acting now, right? Xiaoya then thought some more, remembering she hadn''t eaten anything that morning either. So stomach bug couldn''t be what was causing her pain. Anyhow, she made her way downstairs and returned to the room, planning to head to the toilet to see if she really had the runs.


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    There was no one who spoke up for her then, and none who gave her a hand.


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    Until she feel asleep, there was one question that stuck in Xiaoya''s mind she couldn''t make heads or tails of. Why did she ignore me during the day, yet treat me so well at night?


    Miss Xu sent Xiaoya an icy glare, then ordered, "Go sit down." Prompting Xiaoya to scurry into the room, and finding a place in the only remaining empty seat. That place was a seat located in the front, and one opposite Lu Xiaobei.


    The goddess'' heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea¡ªsimply complex.


    Why do you care about me again? Xiaoya gently moved her head from under Lu Xiaobei''s palm, replying, "No, I''m not sick, my stomach just hurts a little."


    Xiaoya again thought to herself: Its not really a big deal. The world will still keep turning even if there isn''t anyone beside her. And even if she''s alone, she will still be able to live well.


    Why do you care about me again? Xiaoya gently moved her head from under Lu Xiaobei''s palm, replying, "No, I''m not sick, my stomach just hurts a little."


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    However, Miss Xu, not feeling the least bit receptive, then added, "Even though it''s late, your assignment today remains the same." Moving to again patrol the self-study room, after her words were said.


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    ºìÌÇË®: brown sugar "tea", is made from boiling water, brown sugar and water (in its basic form) and is used to relieve stuff like cramps.[]anasi: the timing of this chapter was perfect *chugs brown sugar tea*


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    She didn''t care if people thought she was strange, nor that she was a loner. The only thing Xiaoya could say she didn''t like, was someone leaving her without saying goodbye.


    Frankly she was terrified.


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    However, Miss Xu, not feeling the least bit receptive, then added, "Even though it''s late, your assignment today remains the same." Moving to again patrol the self-study room, after her words were said.


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    She didn''t care if people thought she was strange, nor that she was a loner. The only thing Xiaoya could say she didn''t like, was someone leaving her without saying goodbye.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    You see, Yu Xiaoya was like a little hedgehog, very much used to wrapping herself in a dense mess of quills. It was a measure she engaged in to prevent others from seeing soft underbelly, and an act perfected to the point where that inner softness of hers, even to herself, couldn''t be seen.


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    I didn''t eat anything bad yesterday. Plus, even if I did, it shouldn''t be acting now, right? Xiaoya then thought some more, remembering she hadn''t eaten anything that morning either. So stomach bug couldn''t be what was causing her pain. Anyhow, she made her way downstairs and returned to the room, planning to head to the toilet to see if she really had the runs.


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    Xiaoya let out a relieved sigh, never once having thought receiving a test paper would actually be a blessing.


    Xiaoya let out a relieved sigh, never once having thought receiving a test paper would actually be a blessing.


    The stack of papers before her was mainly mathematics, but she didn''t know if Miss Xu copied part of the lot, or if the Maths teacher that other class had just had a lot of files on hand.


    Xiaoya then watched as Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, thinking the older girl had just left to go get herself a meal. So inside her heart, apart from not being unhappy, all Xiaoya felt was warmth. All because Lu Xiaobei had talked to her, which made it seem she wouldn''t be ignored.


    Anyhow, Xiaoya took one set of the maths papers, stumblingly making her way through it for the rest of that morn.


    After Xiaoya was done, she saw yellowish remnants in the bowl, so using the spoon to stir it, she then asked: "What are these?"


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    Frankly she was terrified.


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    Yu Xiaoya then stiffly turned her head, meeting a pair of dark eyes, eyes seeming like a vast sea of stars, carrying hints of a deep blue. Their view under the glow of the sunset making them even brighter, outshining the most beautiful diamond this world had produced. A warm palm then reached out to press against Xiaoya''s forehead, as she asked, "There''s no warmth, so is it a cold?"


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    Later, within the self-study room, based on their assigned dorm rooms, everyone left in pairs for the dining hall next door for lunch. Xiaoya had wanted to go find Lu Xiaobei and talk to her at that time, but didn''t have the nerve to do so, afraid that the other girl would ignore her at best, and was even more afraid she had to be ignored for the sake of politeness at the very worst.


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    Later, within the self-study room, based on their assigned dorm rooms, everyone left in pairs for the dining hall next door for lunch. Xiaoya had wanted to go find Lu Xiaobei and talk to her at that time, but didn''t have the nerve to do so, afraid that the other girl would ignore her at best, and was even more afraid she had to be ignored for the sake of politeness at the very worst.


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    I didn''t eat anything bad yesterday. Plus, even if I did, it shouldn''t be acting now, right? Xiaoya then thought some more, remembering she hadn''t eaten anything that morning either. So stomach bug couldn''t be what was causing her pain. Anyhow, she made her way downstairs and returned to the room, planning to head to the toilet to see if she really had the runs.


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    With these thoughts in mind, Xiaoya kept her head lowered, dawdling as she packed up her stuff, hoping the one who would take the initiative to find her would be Lu Xiaobei.


    There was no radiant smile as she lifted her head, either, like there had been in the past.


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    In the pure white cloud of a bed, she then lay down and rolled into a comfortable position, thinking: Bed, dear bed. As expected, you''re my best lover of all.


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    It''s not a big deal, Xiaoya told herself once more.


    Lu Xiaobei then moved to go turn on the light, her gaze falling on the garbage bin before returning next to Xiaoya, asking the younger girl, "Are you on your period?"


    On the third day of winter camp, Xiaoya awoke with a messy head of hair, while the clock on her nightstand pointed to nine.


    It''s not a big deal, Xiaoya told herself once more.


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    Frankly she was terrified.


    Xiaoya: "So this was... made by you?"


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    But Lu Xiaobei didn''t respond, only asking in return: "Does it still hurt?"


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    Xiaoya let out a relieved sigh, never once having thought receiving a test paper would actually be a blessing.


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    The stack of papers before her was mainly mathematics, but she didn''t know if Miss Xu copied part of the lot, or if the Maths teacher that other class had just had a lot of files on hand.


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    Later, within the self-study room, based on their assigned dorm rooms, everyone left in pairs for the dining hall next door for lunch. Xiaoya had wanted to go find Lu Xiaobei and talk to her at that time, but didn''t have the nerve to do so, afraid that the other girl would ignore her at best, and was even more afraid she had to be ignored for the sake of politeness at the very worst.


    The stack of papers before her was mainly mathematics, but she didn''t know if Miss Xu copied part of the lot, or if the Maths teacher that other class had just had a lot of files on hand.


    Xiaoya let out a relieved sigh, never once having thought receiving a test paper would actually be a blessing.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    After Xiaoya was done, she saw yellowish remnants in the bowl, so using the spoon to stir it, she then asked: "What are these?"


    There was no one who spoke up for her then, and none who gave her a hand.


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    It''s not a big deal, Xiaoya told herself once more.


    Xiaoya felt helpless, and always wondered if her body had a strange buff. She was clearly an ordinary girl, incredibly ordinary at that, so just why is that she simply couldn''t get along with others? If she had known this was how things would turn out earlier, and despite them not being on good terms, she would''ve just elected herself to have stayed with Miss Xu. QAQ


    "Xiaoya... Xiaoya..."


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    Until she feel asleep, there was one question that stuck in Xiaoya''s mind she couldn''t make heads or tails of. Why did she ignore me during the day, yet treat me so well at night?


    This was because the self-study sessions at winter camp were in the morning, afternoon and evening too. But only the morning and afternoon sessions were marked as mandatory, whereas whether they attended the evening sessions or not, was something the student could chose. Xiaoya finished the three papers, and after writing her name then stuffing them into the pile at the front of the class, she made her way back to her room.


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    However, Miss Xu, not feeling the least bit receptive, then added, "Even though it''s late, your assignment today remains the same." Moving to again patrol the self-study room, after her words were said.


    She didn''t care if people thought she was strange, nor that she was a loner. The only thing Xiaoya could say she didn''t like, was someone leaving her without saying goodbye.


    Xiaoya, having slept for a while, replied honestly: "I feel much better now."


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    Now lying on her side as she looked at the wondrous, crimson tinged sunset which left her in a trance. I wish I had some sparklers...


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    In the pure white cloud of a bed, she then lay down and rolled into a comfortable position, thinking: Bed, dear bed. As expected, you''re my best lover of all.


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    Miss Xu sent Xiaoya an icy glare, then ordered, "Go sit down." Prompting Xiaoya to scurry into the room, and finding a place in the only remaining empty seat. That place was a seat located in the front, and one opposite Lu Xiaobei.


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    Miss Xu: "Even if you came here with the intention to eat and play, you do realise when winter camp ends, the school term begins, right? So are you planning on finishing your winter assignments on your own?"


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    I didn''t eat anything bad yesterday. Plus, even if I did, it shouldn''t be acting now, right? Xiaoya then thought some more, remembering she hadn''t eaten anything that morning either. So stomach bug couldn''t be what was causing her pain. Anyhow, she made her way downstairs and returned to the room, planning to head to the toilet to see if she really had the runs.


    While there was the sound of everyone else''s writing, Xiaoya''s motionlessness was even more distinct. Soon, a dark shadow then stopped beside her, asking bluntly, "Where are your papers?"


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    OMG! I got my period!


    Did Lu Xiaobei not go for dinner? Why did she come back at this hour?


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    She then asked: "Did you finish eating already?"


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    On the third day of winter camp, Xiaoya awoke with a messy head of hair, while the clock on her nightstand pointed to nine.


    Xiaoya: "So this was... made by you?"


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    You see, Yu Xiaoya was like a little hedgehog, very much used to wrapping herself in a dense mess of quills. It was a measure she engaged in to prevent others from seeing soft underbelly, and an act perfected to the point where that inner softness of hers, even to herself, couldn''t be seen.


    The goddess'' heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea¡ªsimply complex.


    The stack of papers before her was mainly mathematics, but she didn''t know if Miss Xu copied part of the lot, or if the Maths teacher that other class had just had a lot of files on hand.


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    ºìÌÇË®: brown sugar "tea", is made from boiling water, brown sugar and water (in its basic form) and is used to relieve stuff like cramps.[]anasi: the timing of this chapter was perfect *chugs brown sugar tea*


    This was because the self-study sessions at winter camp were in the morning, afternoon and evening too. But only the morning and afternoon sessions were marked as mandatory, whereas whether they attended the evening sessions or not, was something the student could chose. Xiaoya finished the three papers, and after writing her name then stuffing them into the pile at the front of the class, she made her way back to her room.


    I didn''t eat anything bad yesterday. Plus, even if I did, it shouldn''t be acting now, right? Xiaoya then thought some more, remembering she hadn''t eaten anything that morning either. So stomach bug couldn''t be what was causing her pain. Anyhow, she made her way downstairs and returned to the room, planning to head to the toilet to see if she really had the runs.


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    There was no radiant smile as she lifted her head, either, like there had been in the past.


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    This was because the self-study sessions at winter camp were in the morning, afternoon and evening too. But only the morning and afternoon sessions were marked as mandatory, whereas whether they attended the evening sessions or not, was something the student could chose. Xiaoya finished the three papers, and after writing her name then stuffing them into the pile at the front of the class, she made her way back to her room.


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    There was no radiant smile as she lifted her head, either, like there had been in the past.


    Little Hedgehog


    Lu Xiaobei: "Ginger."


    Right then Yu Xiaoya thought to herself: It''s no one''s obligation to wake me up. It''s no one''s obligation to give me a smile. Neither was it anyone''s obligation to comfort me after I was cursed by the teacher. Even if we had held hands while descending the mountain the night before, and even if we talked that night until two in the morning, it doesn''t mean we''re friends.


    In the pure white cloud of a bed, she then lay down and rolled into a comfortable position, thinking: Bed, dear bed. As expected, you''re my best lover of all.


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    Now lying on her side as she looked at the wondrous, crimson tinged sunset which left her in a trance. I wish I had some sparklers...


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    OMG! I got my period!


    Did Lu Xiaobei not go for dinner? Why did she come back at this hour?


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    While there was the sound of everyone else''s writing, Xiaoya''s motionlessness was even more distinct. Soon, a dark shadow then stopped beside her, asking bluntly, "Where are your papers?"


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    Little Hedgehog


    ºìÌÇË®: brown sugar "tea", is made from boiling water, brown sugar and water (in its basic form) and is used to relieve stuff like cramps.[]anasi: the timing of this chapter was perfect *chugs brown sugar tea*


    Xiaoya felt helpless, and always wondered if her body had a strange buff. She was clearly an ordinary girl, incredibly ordinary at that, so just why is that she simply couldn''t get along with others? If she had known this was how things would turn out earlier, and despite them not being on good terms, she would''ve just elected herself to have stayed with Miss Xu. QAQ


    This was because the self-study sessions at winter camp were in the morning, afternoon and evening too. But only the morning and afternoon sessions were marked as mandatory, whereas whether they attended the evening sessions or not, was something the student could chose. Xiaoya finished the three papers, and after writing her name then stuffing them into the pile at the front of the class, she made her way back to her room.


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    Xiaoya: "So this was... made by you?"


    It was too late for breakfast, so after Xiaoya had showered, she headed straight for the third floor. In the self-study room, everyone was already seated, all their heads hanging low. Upfront stood Miss Yu lecturing with spit flying, saying, "Starting today, you guys must complete at least three test papers per day, and after you''re done, you must bring them to me to look over."


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    After Xiaoya was done, she saw yellowish remnants in the bowl, so using the spoon to stir it, she then asked: "What are these?"


    She didn''t care if people thought she was strange, nor that she was a loner. The only thing Xiaoya could say she didn''t like, was someone leaving her without saying goodbye.


    ºìÌÇË®: brown sugar "tea", is made from boiling water, brown sugar and water (in its basic form) and is used to relieve stuff like cramps.[]anasi: the timing of this chapter was perfect *chugs brown sugar tea*


    It''s not a big deal, Xiaoya told herself once more.


    Xiaoya then told herself in consolation: Maybe Lu Xiaobei came back to get something, and was planning leave again soon. It was not that she felt any hate towards Lu Xiaobei, only that with neither of them talking, it was now awkward to be in the same room.


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    It''s not a big deal, Xiaoya told herself once more.


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    Anyhow, Xiaoya took one set of the maths papers, stumblingly making her way through it for the rest of that morn.


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    Little Hedgehog


    Little Hedgehog


    But Lu Xiaobei didn''t respond, only asking in return: "Does it still hurt?"


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    Why do you care about me again? Xiaoya gently moved her head from under Lu Xiaobei''s palm, replying, "No, I''m not sick, my stomach just hurts a little."


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    Lu Xiaobei helped Xiaoya take off her coat, then said to her, "Get some more sleep now, alright?"


    Little Hedgehog


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    Xiaoya, having slept for a while, replied honestly: "I feel much better now."


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    Until finally, Lu Xiaobei started walking, slowly moving towards... the bedside, one that was not her own.


    There was no one who spoke up for her then, and none who gave her a hand.


    Lu Xiaobei then moved to go turn on the light, her gaze falling on the garbage bin before returning next to Xiaoya, asking the younger girl, "Are you on your period?"


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Ginger."


    Xiaoya lowered her head,then lowered it some more, replying meekly, "I forgot to bring them."


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    Xiaoya then watched as Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, thinking the older girl had just left to go get herself a meal. So inside her heart, apart from not being unhappy, all Xiaoya felt was warmth. All because Lu Xiaobei had talked to her, which made it seem she wouldn''t be ignored.


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    Yu Xiaoya then stiffly turned her head, meeting a pair of dark eyes, eyes seeming like a vast sea of stars, carrying hints of a deep blue. Their view under the glow of the sunset making them even brighter, outshining the most beautiful diamond this world had produced. A warm palm then reached out to press against Xiaoya''s forehead, as she asked, "There''s no warmth, so is it a cold?"


    Frankly she was terrified.


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    Xiaoya: "So this was... made by you?"


    Right then Yu Xiaoya thought to herself: It''s no one''s obligation to wake me up. It''s no one''s obligation to give me a smile. Neither was it anyone''s obligation to comfort me after I was cursed by the teacher. Even if we had held hands while descending the mountain the night before, and even if we talked that night until two in the morning, it doesn''t mean we''re friends.


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    Now lying on her side as she looked at the wondrous, crimson tinged sunset which left her in a trance. I wish I had some sparklers...


    Xiaoya again thought to herself: Its not really a big deal. The world will still keep turning even if there isn''t anyone beside her. And even if she''s alone, she will still be able to live well.


    Why do you care about me again? Xiaoya gently moved her head from under Lu Xiaobei''s palm, replying, "No, I''m not sick, my stomach just hurts a little."


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    OMG! I got my period!


    Until she feel asleep, there was one question that stuck in Xiaoya''s mind she couldn''t make heads or tails of. Why did she ignore me during the day, yet treat me so well at night?


    Frankly she was terrified.


    Yu Xiaoya then stiffly turned her head, meeting a pair of dark eyes, eyes seeming like a vast sea of stars, carrying hints of a deep blue. Their view under the glow of the sunset making them even brighter, outshining the most beautiful diamond this world had produced. A warm palm then reached out to press against Xiaoya''s forehead, as she asked, "There''s no warmth, so is it a cold?"


    Anyhow, Xiaoya took one set of the maths papers, stumblingly making her way through it for the rest of that morn.


    Did Lu Xiaobei not go for dinner? Why did she come back at this hour?


    Xiaoya then watched as Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, thinking the older girl had just left to go get herself a meal. So inside her heart, apart from not being unhappy, all Xiaoya felt was warmth. All because Lu Xiaobei had talked to her, which made it seem she wouldn''t be ignored.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei''s movement froze for a moment. The girl lying on the bed, on her side, had her eyes closed softly; her body lithe. Both of them seeming to be in two different worlds, one where you can look, one where you can touch, but with no way for them to communicate at all.


    Until she feel asleep, there was one question that stuck in Xiaoya''s mind she couldn''t make heads or tails of. Why did she ignore me during the day, yet treat me so well at night?


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    Like this they both stayed, until the last glow of the falling sun was hidden behind the mountain. Its last ray of light disappearing, causing the whole world to fall into darkness.


    Anyhow, Xiaoya took one set of the maths papers, stumblingly making her way through it for the rest of that morn.


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Lu Xiaobei then moved to go turn on the light, her gaze falling on the garbage bin before returning next to Xiaoya, asking the younger girl, "Are you on your period?"


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    Like this they both stayed, until the last glow of the falling sun was hidden behind the mountain. Its last ray of light disappearing, causing the whole world to fall into darkness.


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    However, Miss Xu, not feeling the least bit receptive, then added, "Even though it''s late, your assignment today remains the same." Moving to again patrol the self-study room, after her words were said.


    Little Hedgehog


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"[1]


    Now lying on her side as she looked at the wondrous, crimson tinged sunset which left her in a trance. I wish I had some sparklers...


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    Xiaoya then told herself in consolation: Maybe Lu Xiaobei came back to get something, and was planning leave again soon. It was not that she felt any hate towards Lu Xiaobei, only that with neither of them talking, it was now awkward to be in the same room.


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    Right then Yu Xiaoya thought to herself: It''s no one''s obligation to wake me up. It''s no one''s obligation to give me a smile. Neither was it anyone''s obligation to comfort me after I was cursed by the teacher. Even if we had held hands while descending the mountain the night before, and even if we talked that night until two in the morning, it doesn''t mean we''re friends.


    Why do you care about me again? Xiaoya gently moved her head from under Lu Xiaobei''s palm, replying, "No, I''m not sick, my stomach just hurts a little."


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Later, within the self-study room, based on their assigned dorm rooms, everyone left in pairs for the dining hall next door for lunch. Xiaoya had wanted to go find Lu Xiaobei and talk to her at that time, but didn''t have the nerve to do so, afraid that the other girl would ignore her at best, and was even more afraid she had to be ignored for the sake of politeness at the very worst.


    Did Lu Xiaobei not go for dinner? Why did she come back at this hour?


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    There was no radiant smile as she lifted her head, either, like there had been in the past.


    Xiaoya then watched as Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, thinking the older girl had just left to go get herself a meal. So inside her heart, apart from not being unhappy, all Xiaoya felt was warmth. All because Lu Xiaobei had talked to her, which made it seem she wouldn''t be ignored.


    She then asked: "Did you finish eating already?"


    While there was the sound of everyone else''s writing, Xiaoya''s motionlessness was even more distinct. Soon, a dark shadow then stopped beside her, asking bluntly, "Where are your papers?"


    Solving questions can be a good distraction, so Xiaoya took her time to work on the two maths papers she had left. If both papers are half incomplete, she figured she could just finish them both before the end of that day.


    With this, the weight Xiaoya was carrying in her chest could finally be let go, her entire being now feeling listless, and soon she was lost in he land of dreams.


    Xiaoya then told herself in consolation: Maybe Lu Xiaobei came back to get something, and was planning leave again soon. It was not that she felt any hate towards Lu Xiaobei, only that with neither of them talking, it was now awkward to be in the same room.


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    With these thoughts in mind, Xiaoya kept her head lowered, dawdling as she packed up her stuff, hoping the one who would take the initiative to find her would be Lu Xiaobei.


    The goddess'' heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea¡ªsimply complex.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Ginger."


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    Xiaoya: "So this was... made by you?"


    "Xiaoya... Xiaoya..."


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    Xiaoya was in a bad mood now, and to top things off a dull pain lingered in her lower abdomen.


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    The stack of papers before her was mainly mathematics, but she didn''t know if Miss Xu copied part of the lot, or if the Maths teacher that other class had just had a lot of files on hand.


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    Yu Xiaoya then stiffly turned her head, meeting a pair of dark eyes, eyes seeming like a vast sea of stars, carrying hints of a deep blue. Their view under the glow of the sunset making them even brighter, outshining the most beautiful diamond this world had produced. A warm palm then reached out to press against Xiaoya''s forehead, as she asked, "There''s no warmth, so is it a cold?"


    She then asked: "Did you finish eating already?"


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    Xiaoya''s only regret at that moment, was of her not having a hole to bury herself into, as she then replied, "No." Miss Xu no longer said anything to her, skipping over her before leaving the class.


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    Xiaoya then told herself in consolation: Maybe Lu Xiaobei came back to get something, and was planning leave again soon. It was not that she felt any hate towards Lu Xiaobei, only that with neither of them talking, it was now awkward to be in the same room.


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    But Lu Xiaobei didn''t respond, only asking in return: "Does it still hurt?"


    But Lu Xiaobei didn''t respond, only asking in return: "Does it still hurt?"


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    Xiaoya, having slept for a while, replied honestly: "I feel much better now."


    The stack of papers before her was mainly mathematics, but she didn''t know if Miss Xu copied part of the lot, or if the Maths teacher that other class had just had a lot of files on hand.


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    She then asked: "Did you finish eating already?"


    Xiaoya then again stared at the window, counting in her head: One, two, three, four...fifty-five, fifty-six...one hundred and two, one hundred and three...


    Xiaoya had walked into a mountain of pressure, and directly into the muzzle of a gun, as Miss Xu then added: "Do you think you''re on vacation? You think you can get up whenever you want to get up?! Do you think you can study whenever you want to study?!"


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    Yu Xiaoya then stiffly turned her head, meeting a pair of dark eyes, eyes seeming like a vast sea of stars, carrying hints of a deep blue. Their view under the glow of the sunset making them even brighter, outshining the most beautiful diamond this world had produced. A warm palm then reached out to press against Xiaoya''s forehead, as she asked, "There''s no warmth, so is it a cold?"


    Lu Xiaobei told her to sit up, then picked up a small white bowl from the table, "Drink this first, then go back to sleep."


    Little Hedgehog


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    Her words forcing Xiaoya to not dare speak more than needed, "I''m aware."


    In all honesty, Xiaoya had no idea what had happened. They were clearly still talking and laughing happily the day before. But now, she doesn''t even have the courage to ask the other girl the reason.


    Xiaoya was curious: "There''s brown sugar tea like this? What brand is it?"


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Xiaoya used the spoon to scoop two spoons of the brown sugar tea, and after checking to see if the temperature was right, she picked up the bowl and downed it all in one go. It was a little sweet and a bit spicy, as it rushed to her stomach and left her feeling quite comfortable.


    "Xiaoya... Xiaoya..."


    Either there was a problem with the window, or there''s one with my eyes, because the Lu Xiaobei in the window hasn''t moved. She looks like she''s playing a statue in ''red light, green light 123.''


    But Lu Xiaobei didn''t respond, only asking in return: "Does it still hurt?"


    One, two, three... less and less people were in the room, until eventually it was left empty, and she was just there all alone.


    Lu Xiaobei helped Xiaoya take off her coat, then said to her, "Get some more sleep now, alright?"


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    But just then the sound of a click from the door interrupted her thoughts. Her first reaction was wanting to sit up since someone entered, but having seen the vague reflection of Lu Xiaobei in the window''s glass she instead wondered.


    Little Hedgehog


    It''s not a big deal, Xiaoya told herself once more.


    After Xiaoya was done, she saw yellowish remnants in the bowl, so using the spoon to stir it, she then asked: "What are these?"


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    Now lying on her side as she looked at the wondrous, crimson tinged sunset which left her in a trance. I wish I had some sparklers...


    Lu Xiaobei then moved to go turn on the light, her gaze falling on the garbage bin before returning next to Xiaoya, asking the younger girl, "Are you on your period?"


    Xiaoya again thought to herself: Its not really a big deal. The world will still keep turning even if there isn''t anyone beside her. And even if she''s alone, she will still be able to live well.


    Xiaoya took the bowl, picking up the spoon to stir inside it, asking, "Is this brown sugar tea?"


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Ginger."


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    After Xiaoya was done, she saw yellowish remnants in the bowl, so using the spoon to stir it, she then asked: "What are these?"


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    "Xiaoya... Xiaoya..."


    On the third day of winter camp, Xiaoya awoke with a messy head of hair, while the clock on her nightstand pointed to nine.


    Xiaoya was curious: "There''s brown sugar tea like this? What brand is it?"


    When Xiaoya opened her eyes, she thought it was already the next day and Lu Xiaobei was waking her up like she had before. "You can''t sleep like this, you''ll catch a cold. If you''re sleepy, take off your coat first and cover up with your blanket." Xiaoya looked at the window, and seeing it was still dark out, realized it was still night.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    "Did a primary school student sneak inside this classroom?" Miss Xu spat with ice, "You are aware of your status, are you not?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya''s reply was brief.


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    OMG! I got my period!


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    "Xiaoya... Xiaoya..."


    It was too late for breakfast, so after Xiaoya had showered, she headed straight for the third floor. In the self-study room, everyone was already seated, all their heads hanging low. Upfront stood Miss Yu lecturing with spit flying, saying, "Starting today, you guys must complete at least three test papers per day, and after you''re done, you must bring them to me to look over."


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    Xiaoya: "So this was... made by you?"


    With Lu Xiaobei then asking: "Did you drink any brown sugar tea?"


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Frankly she was terrified.


    Her lower abdomen was a little bloated, sending a feeling of slight discomfort her way. But the pain, though there, was not severe. So after getting up, Xiaoya sat up and she ate a couple biscuits, then after seeing it was almost time, she went back to the self-study room once more.


    Xiaoya again thought to herself: Its not really a big deal. The world will still keep turning even if there isn''t anyone beside her. And even if she''s alone, she will still be able to live well.


    Xiaoya replied simply, "Thank you, Miss Xu." Feeling very much ashamed.


    With these thoughts in mind, Xiaoya kept her head lowered, dawdling as she packed up her stuff, hoping the one who would take the initiative to find her would be Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    Later, within the self-study room, based on their assigned dorm rooms, everyone left in pairs for the dining hall next door for lunch. Xiaoya had wanted to go find Lu Xiaobei and talk to her at that time, but didn''t have the nerve to do so, afraid that the other girl would ignore her at best, and was even more afraid she had to be ignored for the sake of politeness at the very worst.


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    Lu XIaobei: "Yes."


    Xiaoya''s only regret at that moment, was of her not having a hole to bury herself into, as she then replied, "No." Miss Xu no longer said anything to her, skipping over her before leaving the class.


    Xiaoya was stunned, quickly replying: "Thank you."


    And every month she got hers, for those few days, she always never felt like eating or doing homework, only wanting to lie down and not move a muscle. So after changing her pants, she then went to warm some water on the kettle, before lying in her bed and staring at nothing in a daze.


    Xiaoya then watched as Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, thinking the older girl had just left to go get herself a meal. So inside her heart, apart from not being unhappy, all Xiaoya felt was warmth. All because Lu Xiaobei had talked to her, which made it seem she wouldn''t be ignored.


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Soon, the sound of clacking heels drew nearer, and in no time at all, a stack of papers were plopped onto Xiaoya''s desk. Staring at the pile blankly for a while, Xiaoya then lifted her head to see standing in front of her, was a panting and flushed face Miss Xu, "There were no students from your class here, so I ran to town to copy the papers from another high school freshman. You can just do these first, since there''s a chance the questions will be repeated in your class'' homework assignments, understood?"


    "No, I didn''t bring any with me. I drank some hot water, though, and I''m feeling a lot better already." While Xiaoya said this, Lu Xiaobei looked at her pale face, choosing to remain silent.


    Lu Xiaobei helped Xiaoya take off her coat, then said to her, "Get some more sleep now, alright?"


    Xiaoya turned her head to look at Lu Xiaobei, who was at that time completely absorbed in her own paper, seeming to not have noticed Xiaoya was the one beside her, nor having heard or seen her being scolded by Miss Xu.


    However, Miss Xu, not feeling the least bit receptive, then added, "Even though it''s late, your assignment today remains the same." Moving to again patrol the self-study room, after her words were said.


    She didn''t care if people thought she was strange, nor that she was a loner. The only thing Xiaoya could say she didn''t like, was someone leaving her without saying goodbye.


    When Xiaoya wormed her way under her covers, because the blanket was cold, she shivered, which made Lu Xiaobei think she was still in pain. So reaching a hand under them, and over Xiaoya''s clothing, Lu Xiaobei gently rubbed her stomach while urging, "Sleep."


    You see, Yu Xiaoya was like a little hedgehog, very much used to wrapping herself in a dense mess of quills. It was a measure she engaged in to prevent others from seeing soft underbelly, and an act perfected to the point where that inner softness of hers, even to herself, couldn''t be seen.


    Until she feel asleep, there was one question that stuck in Xiaoya''s mind she couldn''t make heads or tails of. Why did she ignore me during the day, yet treat me so well at night?


    Neither of the two moving, acting no different than two silent sculptures bathed under the sunset.


    There was no one who spoke up for her then, and none who gave her a hand.


    Lu Xiaobei: "At first I was planning to go in the cafeteria to find Xiang Yi and Yichen to borrow some from them, but they had just started eating, so I just used the kitchen in the building to boil some myself. But the brown sugar tea from there didn''t have any ginger, so I chopped up and added a few pieces on my own."


    Lu Xiaobei had never had painful cramps at her time of the month, but she knew they were a thing hard to endure.


    Miss Xu: "Even if you came here with the intention to eat and play, you do realise when winter camp ends, the school term begins, right? So are you planning on finishing your winter assignments on your own?"


    However, Miss Xu, not feeling the least bit receptive, then added, "Even though it''s late, your assignment today remains the same." Moving to again patrol the self-study room, after her words were said.


    There was no gentle wake up call like there was the day before.


    The goddess'' heart is like a needle at the bottom of the sea¡ªsimply complex.


    In the pure white cloud of a bed, she then lay down and rolled into a comfortable position, thinking: Bed, dear bed. As expected, you''re my best lover of all.

 CH 8

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    And so, taking the good reputation of the goddess into consideration, my teacher let me off the hook, then told me and the other students to learn from me. (But what the heck are they going to learn from me, though? Are they going to learn how to be friends with a goddess?)


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    While, sitting beside her, Lu Xiaobei took a pair of unused chopsticks and asked: "Do you want to try some?"


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    It was to the extent that...


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    So did my goddess return, you ask? Of course she returned! She even brought me back a care package of: stewed goji berries, jujube (Chinese red dates), and boiled eggs. But back then when I saw those, I just stupidly said: "No way. Do restaurants seriously still make these? I don''t like stuff like this." My goddess still coaxed me, though; saying eating red dates would be good for me while on my period.


    And so, taking the good reputation of the goddess into consideration, my teacher let me off the hook, then told me and the other students to learn from me. (But what the heck are they going to learn from me, though? Are they going to learn how to be friends with a goddess?)


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    On the way back¡ª


    Even though a lot of the other commenters on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen[1], which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    Goddess~


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    But because she was chewing rice at the moment, Xiaoya didn''t respond.


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    Not hearing her clearly, Lu Xiaobei asked: "What?"


    Xiang Yi then went off far somewhere, while Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei continued their conversation. "Captain, did you and Xiang Yi know each other before camp?" It was clear that compared to the others, the two seemed more familiar with one another.


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    So did my goddess return, you ask? Of course she returned! She even brought me back a care package of: stewed goji berries, jujube (Chinese red dates), and boiled eggs[2]. But back then when I saw those, I just stupidly said: "No way. Do restaurants seriously still make these? I don''t like stuff like this." My goddess still coaxed me, though; saying eating red dates would be good for me while on my period.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Miss Xu didn''t push the matter any further, only again insisting, "Be careful while you''re heading back," then allowing them to leave.


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    Plus, my goddess'' gentle and coaxing face is sooo beautiful. *covers face*


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    "Alright," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then said in a whisper, "But... there isn''t really anything I want to do."


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    And so, taking the good reputation of the goddess into consideration, my teacher let me off the hook, then told me and the other students to learn from me. (But what the heck are they going to learn from me, though? Are they going to learn how to be friends with a goddess?)


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    "Captain, are you by chance looking for another pet? Xiang Yi stared at her with a pair of two huge cute eyes, before cleverly adding, "The kind of pet that isn''t willing to work and only wants to be fed."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Anyhoo, I''m just going to stop here for now. when get another chance, I''ll tell you guys more about my goddess.


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    My goddess then said to me, "No. I just find the food from the cafeteria here too oily, and I can''t get used to it. Anyway, I want to eat the stuff make myself, so how about we eat together, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei then said, "Now eat up. After this have to go together to find Miss Xu and ask where the printing shop is located. I have an underclassmen who knows some of your classmates, and he scanned a copy of your winter assignments, so we''re going to go print them."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    On the way back¡ª


    So did my goddess return, you ask? Of course she returned! She even brought me back a care package of: stewed goji berries, jujube (Chinese red dates), and boiled eggs. But back then when I saw those, I just stupidly said: "No way. Do restaurants seriously still make these? I don''t like stuff like this." My goddess still coaxed me, though; saying eating red dates would be good for me while on my period.


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


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    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then said in a whisper, "But... there isn''t really anything I want to do."


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    My goddess then said to me, "No. I just find the food from the cafeteria here too oily, and I can''t get used to it. Anyway, I want to eat the stuff make myself, so how about we eat together, okay?"


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    Goddess~


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    While the all-powerful Lu Xiaobei took the piece of paper ans tucked it away, saying: "I got it."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


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    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    And so, taking the good reputation of the goddess into consideration, my teacher let me off the hook, then told me and the other students to learn from me. (But what the heck are they going to learn from me, though? Are they going to learn how to be friends with a goddess?)


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Goddess~


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    Not hearing her clearly, Lu Xiaobei asked: "What?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then said in a whisper, "But... there isn''t really anything I want to do."


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    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Anyhoo, I''m just going to stop here for now. when get another chance, I''ll tell you guys more about my goddess.


    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    Miss Xu didn''t push the matter any further, only again insisting, "Be careful while you''re heading back," then allowing them to leave.


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


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    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    Lu Xiaobei then said, "Now eat up. After this have to go together to find Miss Xu and ask where the printing shop is located. I have an underclassmen who knows some of your classmates, and he scanned a copy of your winter assignments, so we''re going to go print them."


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    Lu Xiaobei then said, "Now eat up. After this have to go together to find Miss Xu and ask where the printing shop is located. I have an underclassmen who knows some of your classmates, and he scanned a copy of your winter assignments, so we''re going to go print them."


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


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    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    On the way back¡ª


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? I thought you were just making up random stuff."


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    But because she was chewing rice at the moment, Xiaoya didn''t respond.


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    Miss Xu didn''t push the matter any further, only again insisting, "Be careful while you''re heading back," then allowing them to leave.


    It was to the extent that...


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    So did my goddess return, you ask? Of course she returned! She even brought me back a care package of: stewed goji berries, jujube (Chinese red dates), and boiled eggs. But back then when I saw those, I just stupidly said: "No way. Do restaurants seriously still make these? I don''t like stuff like this." My goddess still coaxed me, though; saying eating red dates would be good for me while on my period.


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    So did my goddess return, you ask? Of course she returned! She even brought me back a care package of: stewed goji berries, jujube (Chinese red dates), and boiled eggs. But back then when I saw those, I just stupidly said: "No way. Do restaurants seriously still make these? I don''t like stuff like this." My goddess still coaxed me, though; saying eating red dates would be good for me while on my period.


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    Xiaoya circled the room a couple of times, asking: "Captain, have you seen the clothes I had hanged on the back of the chair? I want to take them to the laundry, but I can''t find them."


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


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    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    On the way back¡ª


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    And so, taking the good reputation of the goddess into consideration, my teacher let me off the hook, then told me and the other students to learn from me. (But what the heck are they going to learn from me, though? Are they going to learn how to be friends with a goddess?)


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


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    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    On the way back¡ª


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    Xiaoya replied: "Oh, no. But if there''s something you need help with in the future, Captain, please don''t hesitate to ask me."


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    It was to the extent that...


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    Xiaoya replied: "Oh, no. But if there''s something you need help with in the future, Captain, please don''t hesitate to ask me."


    "Captain, are you by chance looking for another pet? Xiang Yi stared at her with a pair of two huge cute eyes, before cleverly adding, "The kind of pet that isn''t willing to work and only wants to be fed."


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    Not hearing her clearly, Lu Xiaobei asked: "What?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    Anyhoo, I''m just going to stop here for now. when get another chance, I''ll tell you guys more about my goddess.


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    Xiaoya replied: "Oh, no. But if there''s something you need help with in the future, Captain, please don''t hesitate to ask me."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    But because she was chewing rice at the moment, Xiaoya didn''t respond.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    "Alright," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    It was to the extent that...


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    While, sitting beside her, Lu Xiaobei took a pair of unused chopsticks and asked: "Do you want to try some?"


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


    After hearing the reason they came to find her, Miss Xu ripped out a piece of paper directly from her book and wrote out a string of addresses. "We''re staying in the new district, so they''re still a lot of facilities that haven''t been constructed as yet. The print shop is located in the old district at the centre of the town. If the two of you go left from the building you''re staying at, you''ll see a bridge. Follow that bridge then take a right, and keep going straight until you meet an intersection, but don''t turn there and just keep going straight. When you see a second intersection, you can turn right and from there you''ll be able to see the print shop."


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    Not hearing her clearly, Lu Xiaobei asked: "What?"


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


    My goddess then said to me, "No. I just find the food from the cafeteria here too oily, and I can''t get used to it. Anyway, I want to eat the stuff make myself, so how about we eat together, okay?"


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal[3]. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


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    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    Plus, my goddess'' gentle and coaxing face is sooo beautiful. *covers face*


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Goddess~


    Goddess~


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    "Captain, are you by chance looking for another pet? Xiang Yi stared at her with a pair of two huge cute eyes, before cleverly adding, "The kind of pet that isn''t willing to work and only wants to be fed."


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    Goddess~


    Goddess~


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


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    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    But because she was chewing rice at the moment, Xiaoya didn''t respond.


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    Xiaoya: ...


    ÉϵÃÁËÌüÌã¬ÏµÃÁ˳ø·¿... this is part of the saying referenced here, it refers to a woman who can not only greet guests when then enter the house, but can handle stuff in the kitchen too. Back in the day, receiving guests was against tradition and being bound to the kitchen was commonplace. Basically it means a woman who can do anything. This is the whole phrase if you''re curious: Man the halls, run the kitchen, write code, detect anomalies, slay trojans, jump fences, drive a good car, afford a new house, fight mistresses, and beat up thugs. [] Goji/wolfberry, jujube/Chinese red dates, and wild egg soup. [] ·¬Çѳ´µ°: scambled eggs with tomato. []^4. Student Registration: her grades from her Senior High School Entrance Exams got her qualified to enter No. 12 High School and this will be the school shown on her official record even though she''s studying at another school. Being a loan student means her parents are paying extra to have her study there. Explains the slipper action from earlier. []Random note: In the early chapters Ms Xu''s name uses this character [Ðì:X¨²] but the author uses [Óà:Y¨²] after Xiaoya''s name is no longer mentioned with her last name. I think it''s just an error the author missed, since when Xiaoya uses Yu, the Xu pops back up and even gets mixes up as Xiaoya''s last name too


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    But because she was chewing rice at the moment, Xiaoya didn''t respond.


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    Xiang Yi then went off far somewhere, while Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei continued their conversation. "Captain, did you and Xiang Yi know each other before camp?" It was clear that compared to the others, the two seemed more familiar with one another.


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    Plus, my goddess'' gentle and coaxing face is sooo beautiful. *covers face*


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    Anyhoo, I''m just going to stop here for now. when get another chance, I''ll tell you guys more about my goddess.


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    While, sitting beside her, Lu Xiaobei took a pair of unused chopsticks and asked: "Do you want to try some?"


    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    Lu Xiaobei then said, "Now eat up. After this have to go together to find Miss Xu and ask where the printing shop is located. I have an underclassmen who knows some of your classmates, and he scanned a copy of your winter assignments, so we''re going to go print them."


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    Xiang Yi then went off far somewhere, while Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei continued their conversation. "Captain, did you and Xiang Yi know each other before camp?" It was clear that compared to the others, the two seemed more familiar with one another.


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    Xiaoya: ...


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Xiaoya replied: "Oh, no. But if there''s something you need help with in the future, Captain, please don''t hesitate to ask me."


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    "Alright," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    "Captain, are you by chance looking for another pet? Xiang Yi stared at her with a pair of two huge cute eyes, before cleverly adding, "The kind of pet that isn''t willing to work and only wants to be fed."


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    My goddess then said to me, "No. I just find the food from the cafeteria here too oily, and I can''t get used to it. Anyway, I want to eat the stuff make myself, so how about we eat together, okay?"


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    Once she said this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while before she confessed, "My student registration is actually for No. 12 High School... My parents are the one who found a contact for me here and I got in as a loan student[4]." No. 12 High School was a local general high school in her district, and it had a college entrance rate lying somewhere below ten percent.


    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    After hearing the reason they came to find her, Miss Xu ripped out a piece of paper directly from her book and wrote out a string of addresses. "We''re staying in the new district, so they''re still a lot of facilities that haven''t been constructed as yet. The print shop is located in the old district at the centre of the town. If the two of you go left from the building you''re staying at, you''ll see a bridge. Follow that bridge then take a right, and keep going straight until you meet an intersection, but don''t turn there and just keep going straight. When you see a second intersection, you can turn right and from there you''ll be able to see the print shop."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    But because she was chewing rice at the moment, Xiaoya didn''t respond.


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    Now, is the food made by my goddess delicious, you ask? Ummmmmmmmmmmmmmm...


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    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


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    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then said in a whisper, "But... there isn''t really anything I want to do."


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? I thought you were just making up random stuff."


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Miss Xu didn''t push the matter any further, only again insisting, "Be careful while you''re heading back," then allowing them to leave.


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    Xiang Yi then went off far somewhere, while Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei continued their conversation. "Captain, did you and Xiang Yi know each other before camp?" It was clear that compared to the others, the two seemed more familiar with one another.


    Not hearing her clearly, Lu Xiaobei asked: "What?"


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    "Captain, are you by chance looking for another pet? Xiang Yi stared at her with a pair of two huge cute eyes, before cleverly adding, "The kind of pet that isn''t willing to work and only wants to be fed."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


    Goddess~


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    It was to the extent that...


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    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    So did my goddess return, you ask? Of course she returned! She even brought me back a care package of: stewed goji berries, jujube (Chinese red dates), and boiled eggs. But back then when I saw those, I just stupidly said: "No way. Do restaurants seriously still make these? I don''t like stuff like this." My goddess still coaxed me, though; saying eating red dates would be good for me while on my period.


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? I thought you were just making up random stuff."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


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    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Okay then."


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    "Oh." Xiaoya replied simply. Even Xiaoya was aware that the student council was run by the students in their sophomore year, while the seniors prioritised their studies and would no longer be in charge.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? I thought you were just making up random stuff."


    Xiaoya at this point had felt like there was nothing Lu Xiaobei couldn''t do, so seeing Lu Xiaobei appreciate her promise to that extent, had made her heart filled with joy at her recognition. Right then, Xiaoya only wished to study hard, and increase her self-esteem. So in the future when the captain needs her, she''d be able to walk trough fire and water for her with no hesitation.


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


    To this, Lu Xiaobei had replied: "When I did my laundry yesterday I took them with me too. And after washing them in the machine, I hung them to dry downstairs."


    After hearing the reason they came to find her, Miss Xu ripped out a piece of paper directly from her book and wrote out a string of addresses. "We''re staying in the new district, so they''re still a lot of facilities that haven''t been constructed as yet. The print shop is located in the old district at the centre of the town. If the two of you go left from the building you''re staying at, you''ll see a bridge. Follow that bridge then take a right, and keep going straight until you meet an intersection, but don''t turn there and just keep going straight. When you see a second intersection, you can turn right and from there you''ll be able to see the print shop."


    Miss Xu didn''t push the matter any further, only again insisting, "Be careful while you''re heading back," then allowing them to leave.


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    It was to the extent that...


    Lu Xiaobei in turn looked to Xiaoya, seeming to be asking her for her opinion. With Xiaoya, for some unknown reason, replying, "I''m good with anything, I don''t mind."


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Xiang Yi graciously accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Captain."


    ÉϵÃÁËÌüÌã¬ÏµÃÁ˳ø·¿... this is part of the saying referenced here, it refers to a woman who can not only greet guests when then enter the house, but can handle stuff in the kitchen too. Back in the day, receiving guests was against tradition and being bound to the kitchen was commonplace. Basically it means a woman who can do anything. This is the whole phrase if you''re curious: Man the halls, run the kitchen, write code, detect anomalies, slay trojans, jump fences, drive a good car, afford a new house, fight mistresses, and beat up thugs. [] Goji/wolfberry, jujube/Chinese red dates, and wild egg soup. [] ·¬Çѳ´µ°: scambled eggs with tomato. []^4. Student Registration: her grades from her Senior High School Entrance Exams got her qualified to enter No. 12 High School and this will be the school shown on her official record even though she''s studying at another school. Being a loan student means her parents are paying extra to have her study there. Explains the slipper action from earlier. []Random note: In the early chapters Ms Xu''s name uses this character [Ðì:X¨²] but the author uses [Óà:Y¨²] after Xiaoya''s name is no longer mentioned with her last name. I think it''s just an error the author missed, since when Xiaoya uses Yu, the Xu pops back up and even gets mixes up as Xiaoya''s last name too


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    Xiaoya then thought to herself: Someone like Lu Xiaobei will definitely never understand. For some people, so long as they have a computer connected to the internet and an unlimited supply of k-dramas, comics, anime and novels; they can live quite happily throughout their lifetime.


    Anyhoo, I''m just going to stop here for now. when get another chance, I''ll tell you guys more about my goddess.


    While the all-powerful Lu Xiaobei took the piece of paper ans tucked it away, saying: "I got it."


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    But in front of the ones who have even more high hopes for them, the less they wished to expose their barren inner worlds. Xiaoya then said, "I''m done eating, so are we going to find Ms. Xu now?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."


    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    Xiang Yi then went off far somewhere, while Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei continued their conversation. "Captain, did you and Xiang Yi know each other before camp?" It was clear that compared to the others, the two seemed more familiar with one another.


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    Miss Xu further added, "It''s too late now, so you two can''t go. You can just go there tomorrow around noon, alright? I''ll notify Mr. Qi you might be late for your evening study sessions as well."


    Even though a lot of the other commentors on the thread are flaunting how beautiful they think their goddesses are, and I firmly believe that none of them can even come close to my goddess'' beauty (all rebuttals to this are rejected btw!) The reason I''m here, however, is to brag about my goddess'' cooking skills! Don''t get me wrong, now. Not only does my goddess run the hall, she also runs the kitchen, which is a must when you''re travelling away from home! (Ugh... I wish I could take my goddess along with me for the rest of my life! I''m a bit pissy about this.)


    "Alright," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    Lu Xiaobei then said, "Now eat up. After this have to go together to find Miss Xu and ask where the printing shop is located. I have an underclassmen who knows some of your classmates, and he scanned a copy of your winter assignments, so we''re going to go print them."


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    "Xiaoya, your parents truly do have high hopes for you. So regardless of whether it''s for their sake or just your own, you should try to work a little harder." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You''ll come to understand it more in the future. The higher you stand, the more freedom you''ll have, along with a greater chance to be able to do the things you want to do."


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    Hearing this, Xiaoya then said in a whisper, "But... there isn''t really anything I want to do."


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    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


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    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    Goddess~


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    On the way back¡ª


    Xiaoya looked at the phone in Miss Xu''s hand, she was to to say she would just borrow Lu Xiaobei''s phone after they got back to their room to call her. But right then she remembered that bringing along phones was expressly forbidden at the winter camp, so for a while, she did not say a word.


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Miss Xu then turned her attention to Xiaoya, asking, "Your mother called to ask how you were doing. Since you''re here now, would you like to call her back?"


    It was to the extent that...


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Xiaoya: ...


    Lu Xiaobei replied, "Yeah. Xiang Yi entered the student union in the second term of her first year, so because of the work handovers, we got into contact with each other."


    Lu Xiaobei then said, "Now eat up. After this have to go together to find Miss Xu and ask where the printing shop is located. I have an underclassmen who knows some of your classmates, and he scanned a copy of your winter assignments, so we''re going to go print them."


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    Xiaoya: "Huh? I thought you were just making up random stuff."


    In turn she replied, "There''s no need for you to do that, it doesn''t cost much. Plus, the winter camp fee also covers food expenses, so you technically already paid." How could this be the same thing! I thought, still insisting on paying, but my goddess just said to me, "The meal prepared everyday is not the same, and the person in charge of the kitchen will make a note of everything so it could all be paid altogether at the end of winter camp."


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    While, sitting beside her, Lu Xiaobei took a pair of unused chopsticks and asked: "Do you want to try some?"


    Miss Xu didn''t push the matter any further, only again insisting, "Be careful while you''re heading back," then allowing them to leave.


    Xiaoya replied: "Oh, no. But if there''s something you need help with in the future, Captain, please don''t hesitate to ask me."


    Plus, my goddess'' gentle and coaxing face is sooo beautiful. *covers face*


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Xiaoya felt as though her life as of recent was like being in a dream. Every morning there was someone there to wake her up; if there were math problems she couldn''t do, there was someone there to tutor her; and for all three meals there was also someone there to feed her.


    In the middle of the table was a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes. The eggs were golden, the tomatoes were ruby-red, and the jade-like scallions were sprinkled over it freely coupled with the red sauce surrounding it, added two extra points of visual appeal. Xiang Yi picked up a piece of the fried egg at random, bursting into tears, "Captain, how is your fried egg so delicious!" The chewy egg carried hints of the tartness from the tomatoes which made the mouth feel nice.


    "Alright," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    On the way back¡ª


    Xiaoya circled the room a couple of times, asking: "Captain, have you seen the clothes I had hanged on the back of the chair? I want to take them to the laundry, but I can''t find them."


    Xiang Yi then picked up a piece of the tomato, saying, "You''re even far more diligent that the cook in the school canteen, the tomatoes you made are even skinned too." The flesh of the tomato was tender and juicy, and it''s taste was just right. If there was one more added it would''ve turned out too sour, and if just one was missing, the taste would''ve been too bland.


    "Captain, are you by chance looking for another pet? Xiang Yi stared at her with a pair of two huge cute eyes, before cleverly adding, "The kind of pet that isn''t willing to work and only wants to be fed."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her standing and motionless form, asking: "Is there something wrong?"


    Seeing her lack of a response, Lu Xiaobei, thinking it was due to her not wanting to call her family right there, said: "When I met the owner of the building today, he said we could ask an attendant to help us open a line to the outside, so Xiaoya can just call them later after we get back."


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    That evening, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei went to the dining hall and opened up a small folded table to use for their meal. Seeing Xiaoya, Xiang Yi came over and called out to her, saying: "Wow... Captain is making food for you again?"


    To be honest, I didn''t like the food served in the cafeteria here as well. It was either not tasty at all or too spicy, so I told her: "Thank you, Captain. I''ll give you some money then. Just tell me how much the kitchen costs and I pay you half." My goddess'' nickname was Captain, btw. Isn''t that super cool!


    On the way back¡ª


    Xiaoya circled the room a couple of times, asking: "Captain, have you seen the clothes I had hanged on the back of the chair? I want to take them to the laundry, but I can''t find them."


    Not hearing her clearly, Lu Xiaobei asked: "What?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    So that night when dinner time came around, I insisted on going with my goddess to the dining hall together. She told me that that she made a deal with the one in charge of the kitchen that everyday after she made a list, the kitchen would be stocked up and she''d go cook after classes were over.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Why was she so good to me. That''s when I first realised, I felt sad.


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    My goddess then said to me, "No. I just find the food from the cafeteria here too oily, and I can''t get used to it. Anyway, I want to eat the stuff make myself, so how about we eat together, okay?"


    The having no sense of direction Xiaoya then thought: What the heck did she just say?


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? I thought you were just making up random stuff."


    Xiang Yi let out a ''yeah'', then beamed, "I''m going to give the good news to Yichen right now."


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    I get the feeling my goddess didn''t want to accept it, but when the time came, I planned on quietly giving it to her.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then said in a whisper, "But... there isn''t really anything I want to do."


    "Although you''re only a freshman, your foundation is kind of..." Even though Lu Xiaobei had only tutored Xiaoya for a couple of days, she already got a general understanding of the other girl''s academic level.


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    Lu Xiaobei, by habit, wasn''t one to go digging around for the bottom of things. So after helping Xiaoya pack up the tableware, they went looking for Miss Xu.


    My goddess is so kind¡ªtruly befitting of a goddess.


    You guy''s probably already know that for a few days every month, girls can''t eat anything cold or spicy, right? And as your average girl, I couldn''t be that finicky. What''s more, I was in a mountain valley, and there was only one restaurant for a hundred miles. But that evening after self-study classes was over, my goddess asked me to go back first to the room to rest, then she went to the dining hall to pack a lunch for me.


    "My mom''s pretty old-school, she didn''t even let me bring a phone, yet you brought one. If I did that, she wouldn''t have any idea what to say." Xiaoya felt a bit moved, then thought about it some more before adding, "Plus, if she saw me she won''t like seeing my acne or that I gained weight. So it''s better to not pollute her eyes."


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


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    Xiaoya circled the room a couple of times, asking: "Captain, have you seen the clothes I had hanged on the back of the chair? I want to take them to the laundry, but I can''t find them."


    One day, my teacher threw three exam papers in front of me ans asked if I was trying fool myself or her; and right as she was about to list out all my numerous shortcomings, my Goddess stepped in, with clouds painted in all seven colours of the rainbow appearing around her. She went on explaining to the teacher how I was unwell after returning to my room the night before, and how that was the reason why I struggled to solve the problems then (it wasn''t actually why, though). She then proclaimed how, beforehand, she would even check over my homework herself from then on (nani?=_=).


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    Anyways, afterwards, when I traded notes in secret until the afternoon self-study session with Xiang Yi (another classmate at my winter camp). It was only then I found out that the goji berry, jujube and egg broth was made the goddess herself. Furthermore, because she was making it, she didn''t have time to eat lunch herself, and she didn''t have time to eat the night before that either because she also made me some brown sugar water then.


    My goddess also looks divine while cooking and serving the dishes. But every time I think about snapping a picture of it, the food would already be eaten up. I''ll try my best to hold back a little next time, take a picture first, then come post it here later.


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    While, sitting beside her, Lu Xiaobei took a pair of unused chopsticks and asked: "Do you want to try some?"


    Plus, my goddess'' gentle and coaxing face is sooo beautiful. *covers face*


    But Xiaoya then, not caring much about it, replied, "Oh. it''s alright. It''s not like I can see it myself anyhow. Plus, I only peek at the mirror for a few minutes everyday."


    I was stupid back then, and so directly asked the goddess, "Is this because of me? It only hurt a bit a couple days ago, I''ll be all better later. It''s too much trouble for you to have to cook something everyday."


    Xiaoya circled the room a couple of times, asking: "Captain, have you seen the clothes I had hanged on the back of the chair? I want to take them to the laundry, but I can''t find them."


    "I never say random stuff." Lu Xiaobei then added, "You can also use my phone, you can even use it to video call with your family."


    Lu Xiaobei: "After we get back, I''ll head to the first floor to ask the attendant to let you call out directly."


    Let me think about it for a minute, I can''t think of the right words to describe it... Oh yeah, I got it. So freaking good it makes your taste buds want to explode!!! I was never a picky eater, but if everything I ate for this month was made by my goddess, I might become a gourmet in the future.


    "What are you talking about? Of course there''s going be a little weight gain during winter. As for the acne..." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "After you finish eating those snacks you have, don''t buy any more." So far, everyday, she had been trying to cook her meals with less salt, oil and spice as she could.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    PS: Now my goddess also lets me play on her phone every night. I really feel like these days are much more comfortable than the ones I had at home.


    Anyhoo, I''m just going to stop here for now. when get another chance, I''ll tell you guys more about my goddess.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Xiang Yi then went off far somewhere, while Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei continued their conversation. "Captain, did you and Xiang Yi know each other before camp?" It was clear that compared to the others, the two seemed more familiar with one another.


    Xiaoya: "Oh."


    Xiaoya circled the room a couple of times, asking: "Captain, have you seen the clothes I had hanged on the back of the chair? I want to take them to the laundry, but I can''t find them."


    But... when I got so bored I started counting all the trees on the hillside, my goddess hadn''t yet returned. I was all wrapped up in a tizzy then, not knowing whether I should go to the dining hall to find her, or just continue staying in the room and wait for her? I bet that 90% of the people here would probably pick go find her as their option, yeah? But, you see, I have always been a very passive person; and since I promised to wait, I was just going to keep waiting.


    So Lu Xiaobei then told Xiang Yi, "You can bring Yichen along with you then."

 CH 9

    This novel was posted on cntranslationss [dot] blogsp0t [dot] com, by anasiana. If you''re not reading it there, you get what you get £þ¤Ø£þ)


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    "No, not really. It''s just, when I''m sleepy from the self-study class, as soon as Xiangyi speaks I sober up right away."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Anyhow, on the topic of my goddess'' looks... Well, first I have to explain to you guys'' that my goddess isn''t one chosen and recognised on my part, but is someone recognised as a proper campus flower level beauty by my entire school. So on a ten point scale, where your average passer-by was a four and celebrities were at an eight, my goddess would get nine points, with one point subtracted only because she had yet to reach the peak of her beauty.


    You know, when winter camp first started, I felt homesick more than usual. But after being fed by my goddess, I seem to have enjoyed myself to point where I forgot all about that...


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    She was never actually an introverted girl by nature, it was just a case of the sand covering up the brilliance of the gem she was hiding below, or an instance of dark clouds which temporarily blocked the soft light of the glorious moon. So maybe one day, the time would come where there would be someone to dust away those grains, or maybe one day, the time would come, where there would be someone to disperse those hindering clouds. And at that time they would reveal beneath them a most beautiful youth who could now be seen.


    "No, not really. It''s just, when I''m sleepy from the self-study class, as soon as Xiangyi speaks I sober up right away."


    I''m back!! Thanks for all the follows and likes, everybody. I''ve never gotten so many likes before.


    "No, not really. It''s just, when I''m sleepy from the self-study class, as soon as Xiangyi speaks I sober up right away."


    Anyhow, on the topic of my goddess'' looks... Well, first I have to explain to you guys'' that my goddess isn''t one chosen and recognised on my part, but is someone recognised as a proper campus flower level beauty by my entire school. So on a ten point scale, where your average passer-by was a four and celebrities were at an eight, my goddess would get nine points, with one point subtracted only because she had yet to reach the peak of her beauty.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    ¡ª¡ª This dividing line is me being utterly enchanted by my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    "Do you not like it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    Xiaoya: "But why, though?"


    The sky was grey and misty, the only strips of blue to be seen lying far in the distance. So while walking under a large tree or a below the street lights, drops of water would sprinkle, landing on your head.


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    I''m afraid some of you online who are familiar will recognise her, and it won''t be good to say too much. So despite a lot of you calling for exclusive photos of her, I don''t have any photos of my goddess, nor do I have the right to post pictures of her.


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    She was never actually an introverted girl by nature, it was just a case of the sand covering up the brilliance of the gem she was hiding below, or an instance of dark clouds which temporarily blocked the soft light of the glorious moon. So maybe one day, the time would come where there would be someone to dust away those grains, or maybe one day, the time would come, where there would be someone to disperse those hindering clouds. And at that time they would reveal beneath them a most beautiful youth who could now be seen.


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    I''m afraid some of you online who are familiar will recognise her, and it won''t be good to say too much. So despite a lot of you calling for exclusive photos of her, I don''t have any photos of my goddess, nor do I have the right to post pictures of her.


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    Anyway, last night''s dinner was scrambled eggs with tomatoes, and stewed chicken with mushrooms. *posts pic*


    ¡×***¡«


    ¡ª¡ª Thiss dividing line is me being utterly enchanted by my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    [picture]


    First Update


    Anyway, last night''s dinner was scrambled eggs with tomatoes, and stewed chicken with mushrooms. *posts pic*


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    [picture]


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


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    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    I''m back!! Thanks for all the follows and likes, everybody. I''ve never gotten so many likes before.


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    Aw... How can there be such a deep love between sisters!


    Yesterday, while my goddess was busy in the kitchen, I wanted to go give her a hand. However, all I got for trying was not just my goddess refusing to let my hand touch cold water, but I also got forbidden from cutting so much as a tomato, with her then saying: "Watching you cut vegetables makes my heart tremble to the core."


    Despite all this, she still didn''t need any time to seriously think it over before answering Lu Xiaobei''s question, saying, "Very easy to get along with! Incredibly easy! It''s actually so incredibly easy that I''m a bit worried about losing it afterwards."


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    Xiaoya: "But why, though?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    I''m afraid some of you online who are familiar will recognise her, and it won''t be good to say too much. So despite a lot of you calling for exclusive photos of her, I don''t have any photos of my goddess, nor do I have the right to post pictures of her.


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    I''m afraid some of you online who are familiar will recognise her, and it won''t be good to say too much. So despite a lot of you calling for exclusive photos of her, I don''t have any photos of my goddess, nor do I have the right to post pictures of her.


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    This scene once witnessed, caused the older aunties, who were well accustomed to the fickleness of life, to not help themselves from having their hearts being move, and the corners of their eyes to redden with delight.


    I''m back!! Thanks for all the follows and likes, everybody. I''ve never gotten so many likes before.


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    Xiaoya: ???


    You know, when winter camp first started, I felt homesick more than usual. But after being fed by my goddess, I seem to have enjoyed myself to point where I forgot all about that...


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    Xiaoya thought it was amusing, and so listened to her words, keeping her eyes properly shut.


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    ¡ª¡ª This dividing line is me being utterly enchanted by my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her brow, then hooked a finger under Xiaoya''s chin, allowing the younger girl''s head to slightly lift, before asking, "So is this roommate of yours easy to get along with?"


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    Xiaoya waved her hands, saying, "You don''t have to do that. I don''t need anything."


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    You know, when winter camp first started, I felt homesick more than usual. But after being fed by my goddess, I seem to have enjoyed myself to point where I forgot all about that...


    Anyhow, on the topic of my goddess'' looks... Well, first I have to explain to you guys'' that my goddess isn''t one chosen and recognised on my part, but is someone recognised as a proper campus flower level beauty by my entire school. So on a ten point scale, where your average passer-by was a four and celebrities were at an eight, my goddess would get nine points, with one point subtracted only because she had yet to reach the peak of her beauty.


    Yesterday, while my goddess was busy in the kitchen, I wanted to go give her a hand. However, all I got for trying was not just my goddess refusing to let my hand touch cold water, but I also got forbidden from cutting so much as a tomato, with her then saying: "Watching you cut vegetables makes my heart tremble to the core."


    I''m back!! Thanks for all the follows and likes, everybody. I''ve never gotten so many likes before.


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Those tones... Those attitudes... She was not blind!


    First Update


    Yesterday, while my goddess was busy in the kitchen, I wanted to go give her a hand. However, all I got for trying was not just my goddess refusing to let my hand touch cold water, but I also got forbidden from cutting so much as a tomato, with her then saying: "Watching you cut vegetables makes my heart tremble to the core."


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her brow, then hooked a finger under Xiaoya''s chin, allowing the younger girl''s head to slightly lift, before asking, "So is this roommate of yours easy to get along with?"


    Xiaoya then corrected, "No, it''s actually cute. But maybe after hearing it for a long time, I''ll manage to get used to it."


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    The sky was grey and misty, the only strips of blue to be seen lying far in the distance. So while walking under a large tree or a below the street lights, drops of water would sprinkle, landing on your head.


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on the trees lining the road sides while they were walking, the grove speckled in shades of withered yellows and greens. She then felt her eyes grow tingly, a sense of fatigue soon welling, and causing her arms to lift as she attempted to rub her eyes for relief.


    Those tones... Those attitudes... She was not blind!


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    Rubbing the goose bumps over her body, Xiaoya then said, "Xiangyi''s voice is really sweet sounding, but when she''s mad, it seriously sounds like one from a kid acting spoiled." This was because Xiaoya had never met a girl with a baby voice before.


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    "Do you not like it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Despite all this, she still didn''t need any time to seriously think it over before answering Lu Xiaobei''s question, saying, "Very easy to get along with! Incredibly easy! It''s actually so incredibly easy that I''m a bit worried about losing it afterwards."


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on the trees lining the road sides while they were walking, the grove speckled in shades of withered yellows and greens. She then felt her eyes grow tingly, a sense of fatigue soon welling, and causing her arms to lift as she attempted to rub her eyes for relief.


    [picture]


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    Rubbing the goose bumps over her body, Xiaoya then said, "Xiangyi''s voice is really sweet sounding, but when she''s mad, it seriously sounds like one from a kid acting spoiled." This was because Xiaoya had never met a girl with a baby voice before.


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    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    Lu Xiaobei moved her fingers to rub against Xiaoya''s cheeks, caressing one pimple after another, the little mounds all rushing to be burrowed under the goddess'' fingers. The biggest was the size of a soybean, the small ones were as big as a sesame seed, and the smallest of the small were two and and a half tael.[1]


    For a long time, there was no sound from behind her, and the hand holding hers gave a slight struggle to break free. It was only a while after that Lu Xiaobei had realised that Xiaoya had called her Lu Xiaobei, and not by her moniker, Captain, as she usually had.


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers[2] while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    Aw... How can there be such a deep love between sisters!


    Despite all this, she still didn''t need any time to seriously think it over before answering Lu Xiaobei''s question, saying, "Very easy to get along with! Incredibly easy! It''s actually so incredibly easy that I''m a bit worried about losing it afterwards."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


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    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Yesterday, while my goddess was busy in the kitchen, I wanted to go give her a hand. However, all I got for trying was not just my goddess refusing to let my hand touch cold water, but I also got forbidden from cutting so much as a tomato, with her then saying: "Watching you cut vegetables makes my heart tremble to the core."


    First Update


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    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya: "But why, though?"


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    How are those sentences even remotely related to one another? Xiaoya thought about it for a really long time but still couldn''t make heads or tails of it.


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    I''m afraid some of you online who are familiar will recognise her, and it won''t be good to say too much. So despite a lot of you calling for exclusive photos of her, I don''t have any photos of my goddess, nor do I have the right to post pictures of her.


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    ¡ª¡ª This dividing line is me being utterly enchanted by my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Rubbing the goose bumps over her body, Xiaoya then said, "Xiangyi''s voice is really sweet sounding, but when she''s mad, it seriously sounds like one from a kid acting spoiled." This was because Xiaoya had never met a girl with a baby voice before.


    For a long time, there was no sound from behind her, and the hand holding hers gave a slight struggle to break free. It was only a while after that Lu Xiaobei had realised that Xiaoya had called her Lu Xiaobei, and not by her moniker, Captain, as she usually had.


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    Yesterday, while my goddess was busy in the kitchen, I wanted to go give her a hand. However, all I got for trying was not just my goddess refusing to let my hand touch cold water, but I also got forbidden from cutting so much as a tomato, with her then saying: "Watching you cut vegetables makes my heart tremble to the core."


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    ¡×***¡«


    Xiaoya thought it was amusing, and so listened to her words, keeping her eyes properly shut.


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    Those tones... Those attitudes... She was not blind!


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    [picture]


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya thought it was amusing, and so listened to her words, keeping her eyes properly shut.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    ¡×***¡«


    I''m back!! Thanks for all the follows and likes, everybody. I''ve never gotten so many likes before.


    A smile that hinted of mystery was worn on Lu Xiaobei''s face, as she then slyly replied, "Because from now on, the one who''ll set your menu will be me."


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Xiaoya then corrected, "No, it''s actually cute. But maybe after hearing it for a long time, I''ll manage to get used to it."


    Rubbing the goose bumps over her body, Xiaoya then said, "Xiangyi''s voice is really sweet sounding, but when she''s mad, it seriously sounds like one from a kid acting spoiled." This was because Xiaoya had never met a girl with a baby voice before.


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    "Do you not like it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Lu Xiaobei moved her fingers to rub against Xiaoya''s cheeks, caressing one pimple after another, the little mounds all rushing to be burrowed under the goddess'' fingers. The biggest was the size of a soybean, the small ones were as big as a sesame seed, and the smallest of the small were two and and a half tael.


    Lu Xiaobei moved her fingers to rub against Xiaoya''s cheeks, caressing one pimple after another, the little mounds all rushing to be burrowed under the goddess'' fingers. The biggest was the size of a soybean, the small ones were as big as a sesame seed, and the smallest of the small were two and and a half tael.


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    For a long time, there was no sound from behind her, and the hand holding hers gave a slight struggle to break free. It was only a while after that Lu Xiaobei had realised that Xiaoya had called her Lu Xiaobei, and not by her moniker, Captain, as she usually had.


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on the trees lining the road sides while they were walking, the grove speckled in shades of withered yellows and greens. She then felt her eyes grow tingly, a sense of fatigue soon welling, and causing her arms to lift as she attempted to rub her eyes for relief.


    ¡ª¡ª This dividing line is me being utterly enchanted by my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    "No, not really. It''s just, when I''m sleepy from the self-study class, as soon as Xiangyi speaks I sober up right away."


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    Xiaoya: ???


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Despite all this, she still didn''t need any time to seriously think it over before answering Lu Xiaobei''s question, saying, "Very easy to get along with! Incredibly easy! It''s actually so incredibly easy that I''m a bit worried about losing it afterwards."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    Lu Xiaobei seeming to be fearful of troubling the one behind her, whispered, "It''s okay, we''re almost there."


    Xiaoya then corrected, "No, it''s actually cute. But maybe after hearing it for a long time, I''ll manage to get used to it."


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    "Do you not like it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    This scene once witnessed, caused the older aunties, who were well accustomed to the fickleness of life, to not help themselves from having their hearts being move, and the corners of their eyes to redden with delight.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    Lu Xiaobei seeming to be fearful of troubling the one behind her, whispered, "It''s okay, we''re almost there."


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    Xiaoya thought it was amusing, and so listened to her words, keeping her eyes properly shut.


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on the trees lining the road sides while they were walking, the grove speckled in shades of withered yellows and greens. She then felt her eyes grow tingly, a sense of fatigue soon welling, and causing her arms to lift as she attempted to rub her eyes for relief.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    Xiaoya thought it was amusing, and so listened to her words, keeping her eyes properly shut.


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    I''m afraid some of you online who are familiar will recognise her, and it won''t be good to say too much. So despite a lot of you calling for exclusive photos of her, I don''t have any photos of my goddess, nor do I have the right to post pictures of her.


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    A smile that hinted of mystery was worn on Lu Xiaobei''s face, as she then slyly replied, "Because from now on, the one who''ll set your menu will be me."


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    [picture]


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    The sky was grey and misty, the only strips of blue to be seen lying far in the distance. So while walking under a large tree or a below the street lights, drops of water would sprinkle, landing on your head.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on the trees lining the road sides while they were walking, the grove speckled in shades of withered yellows and greens. She then felt her eyes grow tingly, a sense of fatigue soon welling, and causing her arms to lift as she attempted to rub her eyes for relief.


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Despite all this, she still didn''t need any time to seriously think it over before answering Lu Xiaobei''s question, saying, "Very easy to get along with! Incredibly easy! It''s actually so incredibly easy that I''m a bit worried about losing it afterwards."


    "Um... no reason actually." Xiaoya then continued, "My mom just asked me the usual stuff like if I''m adjusting well, and whether my roommate was easy to get along with." This happiness was actually because she could talk about her goddess with others online, though. But Xiaoya didn''t say this out loud, taking such a thing as being her little secret instead.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    A smile that hinted of mystery was worn on Lu Xiaobei''s face, as she then slyly replied, "Because from now on, the one who''ll set your menu will be me."


    Rubbing the goose bumps over her body, Xiaoya then said, "Xiangyi''s voice is really sweet sounding, but when she''s mad, it seriously sounds like one from a kid acting spoiled." This was because Xiaoya had never met a girl with a baby voice before.


    Xiaoya: "But why, though?"


    ¡×***¡«


    Anyway, last night''s dinner was scrambled eggs with tomatoes, and stewed chicken with mushrooms. *posts pic*


    Yesterday, while my goddess was busy in the kitchen, I wanted to go give her a hand. However, all I got for trying was not just my goddess refusing to let my hand touch cold water, but I also got forbidden from cutting so much as a tomato, with her then saying: "Watching you cut vegetables makes my heart tremble to the core."


    "I thought I was going to eat a feast today, but you two are going to go off in your own little world instead." While Xiangyi was wailing, Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the classroom.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    Xiaoya closed her eyes, but felt no real difference after lowering her lids, yet she still simply told her, "Alright."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Aw... How can there be such a deep love between sisters!


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    Lu Xiaobei''s fingers carried leftover remnants of warmth from her just completed bath, while the faint scent of her shower gel could still be sensed from her body. Xiaoya, who was sitting on her bed, at that moment Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, honestly thought that the bathroom door must''ve probably been left open and that had led to the hot air there coming out. Because all she could feel right as Lu Xiaobei was looking down at her, was the temperature of her face grow hot.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    Those tones... Those attitudes... She was not blind!


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    Those tones... Those attitudes... She was not blind!


    Xiaoya thought it was amusing, and so listened to her words, keeping her eyes properly shut.


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her brow, then hooked a finger under Xiaoya''s chin, allowing the younger girl''s head to slightly lift, before asking, "So is this roommate of yours easy to get along with?"


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    You know, when winter camp first started, I felt homesick more than usual. But after being fed by my goddess, I seem to have enjoyed myself to point where I forgot all about that...


    Lu Xiaobei moved her fingers to rub against Xiaoya''s cheeks, caressing one pimple after another, the little mounds all rushing to be burrowed under the goddess'' fingers. The biggest was the size of a soybean, the small ones were as big as a sesame seed, and the smallest of the small were two and and a half tael.


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    The sky was grey and misty, the only strips of blue to be seen lying far in the distance. So while walking under a large tree or a below the street lights, drops of water would sprinkle, landing on your head.


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    Aw... How can there be such a deep love between sisters!


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    After I go back home, I''m so going to give my mom my goddess'' recipe. My mom usually beats the eggs first, but it doesn''t taste as delicious as my goddess'' version at all.


    This scene once witnessed, caused the older aunties, who were well accustomed to the fickleness of life, to not help themselves from having their hearts being move, and the corners of their eyes to redden with delight.


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    Xiaoya: "But why, though?"


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    Xiaoya then corrected, "No, it''s actually cute. But maybe after hearing it for a long time, I''ll manage to get used to it."


    [picture]


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    Xiaoya waved her hands, saying, "You don''t have to do that. I don''t need anything."


    Aw... How can there be such a deep love between sisters!


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    [picture]


    This scene once witnessed, caused the older aunties, who were well accustomed to the fickleness of life, to not help themselves from having their hearts being move, and the corners of their eyes to redden with delight.


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    Lu Xiaobei seeming to be fearful of troubling the one behind her, whispered, "It''s okay, we''re almost there."


    Lu Xiaobei seeming to be fearful of troubling the one behind her, whispered, "It''s okay, we''re almost there."


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    For a long time, there was no sound from behind her, and the hand holding hers gave a slight struggle to break free. It was only a while after that Lu Xiaobei had realised that Xiaoya had called her Lu Xiaobei, and not by her moniker, Captain, as she usually had.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    Anyhow, on the topic of my goddess'' looks... Well, first I have to explain to you guys'' that my goddess isn''t one chosen and recognised on my part, but is someone recognised as a proper campus flower level beauty by my entire school. So on a ten point scale, where your average passer-by was a four and celebrities were at an eight, my goddess would get nine points, with one point subtracted only because she had yet to reach the peak of her beauty.


    Lu Xiaobei moved her fingers to rub against Xiaoya''s cheeks, caressing one pimple after another, the little mounds all rushing to be burrowed under the goddess'' fingers. The biggest was the size of a soybean, the small ones were as big as a sesame seed, and the smallest of the small were two and and a half tael.


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    ¡×***¡«


    Xiaoya closed her eyes, but felt no real difference after lowering her lids, yet she still simply told her, "Alright."


    Xiaoya waved her hands, saying, "You don''t have to do that. I don''t need anything."


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    I''m back!! Thanks for all the follows and likes, everybody. I''ve never gotten so many likes before.


    Anyhow, on the topic of my goddess'' looks... Well, first I have to explain to you guys'' that my goddess isn''t one chosen and recognised on my part, but is someone recognised as a proper campus flower level beauty by my entire school. So on a ten point scale, where your average passer-by was a four and celebrities were at an eight, my goddess would get nine points, with one point subtracted only because she had yet to reach the peak of her beauty.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    Despite all this, she still didn''t need any time to seriously think it over before answering Lu Xiaobei''s question, saying, "Very easy to get along with! Incredibly easy! It''s actually so incredibly easy that I''m a bit worried about losing it afterwards."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    Those tones... Those attitudes... She was not blind!


    Xiaoya closed her eyes, but felt no real difference after lowering her lids, yet she still simply told her, "Alright."


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    Xiaoya waved her hands, saying, "You don''t have to do that. I don''t need anything."


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    She was never actually an introverted girl by nature, it was just a case of the sand covering up the brilliance of the gem she was hiding below, or an instance of dark clouds which temporarily blocked the soft light of the glorious moon. So maybe one day, the time would come where there would be someone to dust away those grains, or maybe one day, the time would come, where there would be someone to disperse those hindering clouds. And at that time they would reveal beneath them a most beautiful youth who could now be seen.


    She was never actually an introverted girl by nature, it was just a case of the sand covering up the brilliance of the gem she was hiding below, or an instance of dark clouds which temporarily blocked the soft light of the glorious moon. So maybe one day, the time would come where there would be someone to dust away those grains, or maybe one day, the time would come, where there would be someone to disperse those hindering clouds. And at that time they would reveal beneath them a most beautiful youth who could now be seen.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    Lu Xiaobei seeming to be fearful of troubling the one behind her, whispered, "It''s okay, we''re almost there."


    Xiaoya then corrected, "No, it''s actually cute. But maybe after hearing it for a long time, I''ll manage to get used to it."


    Xiaoya: Crap! Why the heck did I say exactly what''s in my heart?


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    "It was an accident, okay? I didn''t know they would misunderstand." Lu Xiaobei explained, adding, "Alright, after we''re done printing your files, how about I buy you dinner? You want something spicy and hot?"


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    The author has something to say: There might be three updates today. Thank you for your support.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya replied tersely: "You hurting me like this is only worth something with spice?"


    She was never actually an introverted girl by nature, it was just a case of the sand covering up the brilliance of the gem she was hiding below, or an instance of dark clouds which temporarily blocked the soft light of the glorious moon. So maybe one day, the time would come where there would be someone to dust away those grains, or maybe one day, the time would come, where there would be someone to disperse those hindering clouds. And at that time they would reveal beneath them a most beautiful youth who could now be seen.


    How are those sentences even remotely related to one another? Xiaoya thought about it for a really long time but still couldn''t make heads or tails of it.


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    [picture]


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    Xiaoya''s face had turned white in anger, and the reason for that turned out to be on account of her feeling her eyes were no longer tingling a little while ago, and what she witnessed when she opened them to see. She saw there were now a lot of people around her, all looking her way. Some doing so offhandedly, while others were more direct. With them only turning away in surprise when they noticed that her gaze meeting theirs.


    She was never actually an introverted girl by nature, it was just a case of the sand covering up the brilliance of the gem she was hiding below, or an instance of dark clouds which temporarily blocked the soft light of the glorious moon. So maybe one day, the time would come where there would be someone to dust away those grains, or maybe one day, the time would come, where there would be someone to disperse those hindering clouds. And at that time they would reveal beneath them a most beautiful youth who could now be seen.


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobei released the hand she had hindered, continued walking, and further went on to say, "You can keep your eyes closed as you walk, alright? I''ll just lead the way."


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    A smile that hinted of mystery was worn on Lu Xiaobei''s face, as she then slyly replied, "Because from now on, the one who''ll set your menu will be me."


    First Update


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    Xiaoya waved her hands, saying, "You don''t have to do that. I don''t need anything."


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    When Lu Xiaobei came out from the bathroom, she just happened to catch Xiaoya giggling to herself while holding the phone, and so asked, "Did you call your family or something? Why are you so happy?"


    Xiaoya: ???


    Xiaoya: "But why, though?"


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Lu Xiaobei grabbed her free hand to stop her before she could, however, saying: "Don''t rub them. Your hands are dirty, so if you rub your eyes it''ll end up being uncomfortable. So how about you just close them instead."


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    A smile that hinted of mystery was worn on Lu Xiaobei''s face, as she then slyly replied, "Because from now on, the one who''ll set your menu will be me."


    The sky was grey and misty, the only strips of blue to be seen lying far in the distance. So while walking under a large tree or a below the street lights, drops of water would sprinkle, landing on your head.


    For a long time, there was no sound from behind her, and the hand holding hers gave a slight struggle to break free. It was only a while after that Lu Xiaobei had realised that Xiaoya had called her Lu Xiaobei, and not by her moniker, Captain, as she usually had.


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    How are those sentences even remotely related to one another? Xiaoya thought about it for a really long time but still couldn''t make heads or tails of it.


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing more, only taking Xiaoya by the hand then leading her away from the building.


    A bad feeling took over Xiaoya''s heart, but Lu Xiaobei''s next words soon diverted her attention, "I''ll also give you a gift later."


    "So you don''t need to worry about losing anything afterwards."


    So all I could do was stand beside her and look on while she did her thing. Plus, since the scrambled eggs and tomatoes made by my goddess was the best I''ve ever eaten, I''ll share some tips from what I could understand, so if you guys saw my posted pics and got hungry, you can just make it yourself.


    How are those sentences even remotely related to one another? Xiaoya thought about it for a really long time but still couldn''t make heads or tails of it.


    Lu Xiaobei still didn''t turn her head back, however, Xiaoya soon heard her laugh as she then asked, "Did you just realise it?"


    It''s super rare for me to take a picture before I eat, you know! Plus, it''s a bit late right now, so if you see me updating around this time, just think of me as newspaper head office, and I''m sending you some juicy scoops.


    Lu Xiaobei then interjected, "A month passes by rather quickly."


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    Rubbing the goose bumps over her body, Xiaoya then said, "Xiangyi''s voice is really sweet sounding, but when she''s mad, it seriously sounds like one from a kid acting spoiled." This was because Xiaoya had never met a girl with a baby voice before.


    The tomatoes must first be scalded in hot water for two minutes, then taken out so you can now peel the skins off easily. Afterwards, you cut up the tomatoes, then toss them in the pan and stir fry them until the juices start to come out, at which point, you take out the the tomato chunks and let the sauce flow into the bottom of the pan. Now add some oil, beat the eggs then add a pinch of salt and some sugar (because my taste lean on the sweet side), then add back in your tomato chunks. Lastly, after it cooks, just sprinkle with scallions.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya and chuckled, since there was something that girl may not have noticed herself. But when she was in front of Lu Xiaobei, she acted more and more wilfully. As it appears she was simply a cautious little creature, one who would circle her territory for a couple of days until the time was right, before finally taking off her hard outer shell when she was willing to expose her soft belly to the sun.


    This scene once witnessed, caused the older aunties, who were well accustomed to the fickleness of life, to not help themselves from having their hearts being move, and the corners of their eyes to redden with delight.


    Xiaoya waved her hands, saying, "You don''t have to do that. I don''t need anything."


    Aw... How can there be such a deep love between sisters!


    You know, when winter camp first started, I felt homesick more than usual. But after being fed by my goddess, I seem to have enjoyed myself to point where I forgot all about that...


    "Do you not like it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    The biggest was the size of a soybean, the smallest was the size of sesame seed and the smallest of the small were two and and a half. This is part of a slogan for a candy advertisement. The candy looks like little seeds stuck together in the shape of a raspberries. The candy is "Çå×ìСÂé×Ó" and there''s a pimple joke in the name, and the ad, because СÂé×Ó: Xiao Mazi, can mean little seeds and pockmarks (and maybe child too, with a reference for hemp seeds tossed in). [] ÍúÍúÑ©±ý: Want Want Snow Crackers (Shelly Senbei/Rice crackers) is a Japanese styled snack sold from Taiwanese company that now operates in China. They sell internationally so you could and probably came across it at some point. Click for a pick of this too.[]anasi [your slightly grumpy translator]: yeah... you can''t get three in one shot like the original, I like sleep, eve though it doesn''t seem to like me much. Anyhow, the titles for the next few chapters are just counters for the multiple daily updates in the original. Oh, and the food pic in the beginning was an add-in from me and not present in the original.


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    You know, when winter camp first started, I felt homesick more than usual. But after being fed by my goddess, I seem to have enjoyed myself to point where I forgot all about that...


    Lu Xiaobei moved her fingers to rub against Xiaoya''s cheeks, caressing one pimple after another, the little mounds all rushing to be burrowed under the goddess'' fingers. The biggest was the size of a soybean, the small ones were as big as a sesame seed, and the smallest of the small were two and and a half tael.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    "Lu Xiaobei!"


    "If you feel that bad about it, you can just give me a gift in return. There''s no reason to be so courteous between friends, you know."


    "Tomorrow, we''ll go to the supermarket and buy you some Want Want Rice Crackers while we''re in town, okay?" Seeing the confusion in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei added, "It''s a snack you''ll never get tired of even though it''s commonplace."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    On the peaceful road of the small town, there walked one girl with her eyes held shut, led by a slightly taller girl by the hand. From time to time, one of those girls would then whisper, "There are steps in front of you, so be careful, alright?"


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    [picture]


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, then asked, "Is it that terrible?"


    Anyway, last night''s dinner was scrambled eggs with tomatoes, and stewed chicken with mushrooms. *posts pic*


    To this very day, the world of the goddess, was something Xiaoya still could not fathom.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it until Lu Xiaobei reminded her carefully that there were steps.


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.


    "Do you not like it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Lu Xiaobei then replied, "Well, that''s because it''s the last day of the month, so you can just eat whatever you want."


    Xiaoya at that moment didn''t want to refuse. She didn''t want to refuse a gift from a friend.

 CH 10

    This novel was posted on cntranslationss [dot] blogsp0t [dot] com, by anasiana. If you''re not reading it there, you get what you get £þ¤Ø£þ)


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    "It''s my gift to you." Lu Xiaobei replied simply.


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, then said, "If there''s someone I like, and she''s willing to be with me, that alone would make me happy."


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya then added: "It''s just that this printing shop is not close to the building we''re staying at, and the day Miss Xu ran all the way here for me she had worn heels. So I just feel... I just feel sorry towards her."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    Xiaoya''s eyes were now red, as red as a bunny''s¡ªa very fierce bunny.


    My goddess even gave me a present today too. It was something I wouldn''t never thought of as being a gift, but 99% of us have all laid eyes on it.


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    "I only know a little about this stuff. But skin care products are not some miracle cure-all, and they won''t let anybody become some goddess-like divine beauty, let alone allow them to stay young forever. But they can prevent early ageing at the very least." After pausing, Lu Xiaobei continued, "Use it every day. Plus, giving your skin a layer of ''sebum'' won''t be a bad thing for you, or your future partner." Those finals words of Lu Xiaobei''s, seeming to have referred to something.


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    "You won''t. Open-shelf cosmetics can''t be said to be all that good, but because those products go as far as possible to make sure many people can use them, those big brand name products can''t match that." Lu Xiaobei continued, "Those brand name products are too oversaturated for you at your current stage. But after you wash your face, you still have to apply a face cream to lock in the moisture."


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei then further explained, saying: "Each user who uses their product is the equivalent to one human trial. Therefore the accumulation of all of these are far more reliable than those other cosmeceuticals."


    "No."


    Second Update


    ¡×***¡«


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    "It''s my gift to you." Lu Xiaobei replied simply.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you fr your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the person before her who wanted to run before learning to walk, saying, "You don''t need to worry about toners or essences for the time being. Just stick to applying the face cream every time you wash your face, and if you''re going to be outdoors for a long time, don''t forget to put on sunblock."


    ¡×***¡«


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s head, "Then just remember to not be careless in the future, alright? If you complete the papers properly every day, it''ll make Miss Xu worry a bit less."


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    But in reality, my first time eating out with the goddess happened in a modest Malatang[1] shop. There, she ordered bean sprouts, kelp, and beef rolls; while I ordered the cabbage, chicken wing tips, and a burger. The shop was clean, the boss lady there gave good sized portions, and there was all kinds of ingredients in the hot pot. Forget about being healthy, okay, because that soup was delicious!


    There was only one drawback, and it was Lu XIaobei''s dislike for cooking meat-based dishes. The only things they appeared in was when a bit of shredded meat was mixed with zucchini and cabbage; or the ham sausage that was mixed into the snow peas. It simply left people in want for more.


    Even though my stomach was being cultivated by my goddess for the past few days, if any of you were right in front of a beautiful woman, who was leisurely eating as if she was feasting on delicacies, would you not also feel like every piece of food in front of you was a delicious feast as well?


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you fr your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    "I only know a little about this stuff. But skin care products are not some miracle cure-all, and they won''t let anybody become some goddess-like divine beauty, let alone allow them to stay young forever. But they can prevent early ageing at the very least." After pausing, Lu Xiaobei continued, "Use it every day. Plus, giving your skin a layer of ''sebum'' won''t be a bad thing for you, or your future partner." Those finals words of Lu Xiaobei''s, seeming to have referred to something.


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s head, "Then just remember to not be careless in the future, alright? If you complete the papers properly every day, it''ll make Miss Xu worry a bit less."


    My goddess even gave me a present today too. It was something I wouldn''t never thought of as being a gift, but 99% of us have all laid eyes on it.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    There was only one drawback, and it was Lu XIaobei''s dislike for cooking meat-based dishes. The only things they appeared in was when a bit of shredded meat was mixed with zucchini and cabbage; or the ham sausage that was mixed into the snow peas. It simply left people in want for more.


    My goddess even gave me a present today too. It was something I wouldn''t never thought of as being a gift, but 99% of us have all laid eyes on it.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Xiaoya blinked a couple times before saying, "Thank you, Captain." Then, after a moment of hesitation, she asked, "But Captain, why are you giving me a Dabao?"


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª If you guess right, the prize will be no dividing line. ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya had no idea why she had become blind with righteous indignation, and her face was so puffed up she resembled a steamed bun as she said, "As long as Captain gets along with them, and they know how awesome Captain is... no matter the reason was for him being together with Captain, he would end up liking the Captain for real!"


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiabei put down her chopsticks, then countered: "If you feel like if this is unfair, then I''ll stop eating meat with you."


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you fr your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you fr your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    But in reality, my first time eating out with the goddess happened in a modest Malatang shop. There, she ordered bean sprouts, kelp, and beef rolls; while I ordered the cabbage, chicken wing tips, and a burger. The shop was clean, the boss lady there gave good sized portions, and there was all kinds of ingredients in the hot pot. Forget about being healthy, okay, because that soup was delicious!


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    "I only know a little about this stuff. But skin care products are not some miracle cure-all, and they won''t let anybody become some goddess-like divine beauty, let alone allow them to stay young forever. But they can prevent early ageing at the very least." After pausing, Lu Xiaobei continued, "Use it every day. Plus, giving your skin a layer of ''sebum'' won''t be a bad thing for you, or your future partner." Those finals words of Lu Xiaobei''s, seeming to have referred to something.


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Xiaoya then added: "It''s just that this printing shop is not close to the building we''re staying at, and the day Miss Xu ran all the way here for me she had worn heels. So I just feel... I just feel sorry towards her."


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    "Millions of human trials?" Xiaoya didn''t understand this part.


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Xiaoya had no idea why she had become blind with righteous indignation, and her face was so puffed up she resembled a steamed bun as she said, "As long as Captain gets along with them, and they know how awesome Captain is... no matter the reason was for him being together with Captain, he would end up liking the Captain for real!"


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    Xiaoya then added: "It''s just that this printing shop is not close to the building we''re staying at, and the day Miss Xu ran all the way here for me she had worn heels. So I just feel... I just feel sorry towards her."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s head, "Then just remember to not be careless in the future, alright? If you complete the papers properly every day, it''ll make Miss Xu worry a bit less."


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Even though my stomach was being cultivated by my goddess for the past few days, if any of you were right in front of a beautiful woman, who was leisurely eating as if she was feasting on delicacies, would you not also feel like every piece of food in front of you was a delicious feast as well?


    N/A


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Xiaoya nodded, replying, "Yeah."


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    ¡×***¡«


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    After all this, while Xiaoya left the cashier with two big bags in hand, Lu Xiaobei slipped a small white bottle into her shopping bag.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "It contains too many hormones, so it''s not good for you to eat."


    ¡×***¡«


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    Xiaoya''s eyes were now red, as red as a bunny''s¡ªa very fierce bunny.


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    Lu Xiaobei: "I hope so."


    N/A


    "No."


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I hope so."


    There was only one drawback, and it was Lu XIaobei''s dislike for cooking meat-based dishes. The only things they appeared in was when a bit of shredded meat was mixed with zucchini and cabbage; or the ham sausage that was mixed into the snow peas. It simply left people in want for more.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    After all this, while Xiaoya left the cashier with two big bags in hand, Lu Xiaobei slipped a small white bottle into her shopping bag.


    "What''s that?" Xiaoya asked her.


    Second Update


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    My goddess even gave me a present today too. It was something I wouldn''t never thought of as being a gift, but 99% of us have all laid eyes on it.


    "Okay." Stars could be seen twinkling in Xiaoya eyes as she added, "Captain, you really are all-knowing."


    Xiaoya nodded, replying, "Yeah."


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Xiaoya blinked a couple times before saying, "Thank you, Captain." Then, after a moment of hesitation, she asked, "But Captain, why are you giving me a Dabao?"


    "What''s that?" Xiaoya asked her.


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    Xiaoya blinked a couple times before saying, "Thank you, Captain." Then, after a moment of hesitation, she asked, "But Captain, why are you giving me a Dabao?"


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    "Didn''t you mention before that you had tried a lot of products but you had an allergic reaction to most of them? And because of this, the only thing you used was facial cleanser and plain water?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "I hope so."


    Xiang Yi then reached out her chopsticks to the bowl of meat with a tremble, gaining no reaction from the captain in the least. This made her realise one thing for certain, the captain''s target was Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    "If I like someone, her looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    "It''s my gift to you." Lu Xiaobei replied simply.


    "Didn''t you mention before that you had tried a lot of products but you had an allergic reaction to most of them? And because of this, the only thing you used was facial cleanser and plain water?"


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Xiaoya blinked a couple times before saying, "Thank you, Captain." Then, after a moment of hesitation, she asked, "But Captain, why are you giving me a Dabao[2]?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    ¡×***¡«


    "Didn''t you mention before that you had tried a lot of products but you had an allergic reaction to most of them? And because of this, the only thing you used was facial cleanser and plain water?"


    The tone of Lu Xiaobei''s voice was so resolute, it made Xiang Yi jump in fright, and the chicken leg held between her chopstick fall into her bowl.


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiabei put down her chopsticks, then countered: "If you feel like if this is unfair, then I''ll stop eating meat with you."


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    Xiaoya blinked a couple times before saying, "Thank you, Captain." Then, after a moment of hesitation, she asked, "But Captain, why are you giving me a Dabao?"


    "Okay." Stars could be seen twinkling in Xiaoya eyes as she added, "Captain, you really are all-knowing."


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    "What''s that?" Xiaoya asked her.


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Xiaoya had no idea why she had become blind with righteous indignation, and her face was so puffed up she resembled a steamed bun as she said, "As long as Captain gets along with them, and they know how awesome Captain is... no matter the reason was for him being together with Captain, he would end up liking the Captain for real!"


    "Didn''t you mention before that you had tried a lot of products but you had an allergic reaction to most of them? And because of this, the only thing you used was facial cleanser and plain water?"


    My goddess even gave me a present today too. It was something I wouldn''t never thought of as being a gift, but 99% of us have all laid eyes on it.


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the person before her who wanted to run before learning to walk, saying, "You don''t need to worry about toners or essences for the time being. Just stick to applying the face cream every time you wash your face, and if you''re going to be outdoors for a long time, don''t forget to put on sunblock."


    "It''s my gift to you." Lu Xiaobei replied simply.


    Xiaoya: "Is a layer of face cream enough, though? Aren''t you going to recommend I use an essence, or a toner or something?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Malatang is spicy soup, kinda like a hot pot. [] Dabao SOD Milk Honey is a common inexpensive brand of face cream/moisturiser/anti-ageing/etc. Dabao is the name of the brand. [] ¡°She/her¡±, ¡°He/him¡±, and ¡°it¡± all sound the same in Chinese (t¨¡) but are written using different characters (Ëý£¬Ëû£¬Ëü)¡£So Xiaoya can''t tell Lu Xiaobei just admitted she''s into girls, and Lu Xiaobei can''t tell Xiaoya is talking about a boy.[]anasi: this chapter was sponsored in part by Dabao cosmetics (It wasn''t actually, but it might as well have been )


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya nodded.


    "Okay." Stars could be seen twinkling in Xiaoya eyes as she added, "Captain, you really are all-knowing."


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.


    "Didn''t you mention before that you had tried a lot of products but you had an allergic reaction to most of them? And because of this, the only thing you used was facial cleanser and plain water?"


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, then said, "If there''s someone I like, and she''s willing to be with me, that alone would make me happy."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya nodded.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    "Millions of human trials?" Xiaoya didn''t understand this part.


    Xiaoya: ???


    "Okay." Stars could be seen twinkling in Xiaoya eyes as she added, "Captain, you really are all-knowing."


    Xiaoya nodded, replying, "Yeah."


    Even though my stomach was being cultivated by my goddess for the past few days, if any of you were right in front of a beautiful woman, who was leisurely eating as if she was feasting on delicacies, would you not also feel like every piece of food in front of you was a delicious feast as well?


    Second Update


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    The tone of Lu Xiaobei''s voice was so resolute, it made Xiang Yi jump in fright, and the chicken leg held between her chopstick fall into her bowl.


    Lu Xiaobei then further explained, saying: "Each user who uses their product is the equivalent to one human trial. Therefore the accumulation of all of these are far more reliable than those other cosmeceuticals."


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    "If I like someone, her looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya then asked, "So do you care about looks then, Captain?"


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    "No."


    "What''s that?" Xiaoya asked her.


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    "You won''t. Open-shelf cosmetics can''t be said to be all that good, but because those products go as far as possible to make sure many people can use them, those big brand name products can''t match that." Lu Xiaobei continued, "Those brand name products are too oversaturated for you at your current stage. But after you wash your face, you still have to apply a face cream to lock in the moisture."


    Xiaoya: ???


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    "If I like someone, her looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    N/A


    "You won''t. Open-shelf cosmetics can''t be said to be all that good, but because those products go as far as possible to make sure many people can use them, those big brand name products can''t match that." Lu Xiaobei continued, "Those brand name products are too oversaturated for you at your current stage. But after you wash your face, you still have to apply a face cream to lock in the moisture."


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    Xiaoya nodded, replying, "Yeah."


    ¡×***¡«


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª If you guess right, the prize will be no dividing line. ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    Xiaoya: "Is a layer of face cream enough, though? Aren''t you going to recommend I use an essence, or a toner or something?"


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    Lu Xiaobei: "It contains too many hormones, so it''s not good for you to eat."


    Xiaoya then asked, "So do you care about looks then, Captain?"


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the person before her who wanted to run before learning to walk, saying, "You don''t need to worry about toners or essences for the time being. Just stick to applying the face cream every time you wash your face, and if you''re going to be outdoors for a long time, don''t forget to put on sunblock."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    "If I like someone, her looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    "Okay." Stars could be seen twinkling in Xiaoya eyes as she added, "Captain, you really are all-knowing."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiabei put down her chopsticks, then countered: "If you feel like if this is unfair, then I''ll stop eating meat with you."


    "I only know a little about this stuff. But skin care products are not some miracle cure-all, and they won''t let anybody become some goddess-like divine beauty, let alone allow them to stay young forever. But they can prevent early ageing at the very least." After pausing, Lu Xiaobei continued, "Use it every day. Plus, giving your skin a layer of ''sebum'' won''t be a bad thing for you, or your future partner." Those finals words of Lu Xiaobei''s, seeming to have referred to something.


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    Xiaoya then asked, "So do you care about looks then, Captain?"


    "No."


    Xiaoya: "Is a layer of face cream enough, though? Aren''t you going to recommend I use an essence, or a toner or something?"


    "If I like someone, her[3] looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you for your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    Xiaoya''s eyes were now red, as red as a bunny''s¡ªa very fierce bunny.


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    After all this, while Xiaoya left the cashier with two big bags in hand, Lu Xiaobei slipped a small white bottle into her shopping bag.


    "Oh... Well, I hope don''t get any allergic reaction this time," Xiaoya added.


    "If I like someone, her looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, then said, "If there''s someone I like, and she''s willing to be with me, that alone would make me happy."


    Xiaoya then asked, "So do you care about looks then, Captain?"


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, then said, "If there''s someone I like, and she''s willing to be with me, that alone would make me happy."


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    Xiaoya had no idea why she had become blind with righteous indignation, and her face was so puffed up she resembled a steamed bun as she said, "As long as Captain gets along with them, and they know how awesome Captain is... no matter the reason was for him being together with Captain, he would end up liking the Captain for real!"


    Xiaoya: "No." Her family may not have been rich-rich, but she could be regarded as being pampered. She just usually saved up her weekday allowance and didn''t like spending money. So she really has never been one to be worried about money.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the person before her who wanted to run before learning to walk, saying, "You don''t need to worry about toners or essences for the time being. Just stick to applying the face cream every time you wash your face, and if you''re going to be outdoors for a long time, don''t forget to put on sunblock."


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I hope so."


    Xiaoya: "Is a layer of face cream enough, though? Aren''t you going to recommend I use an essence, or a toner or something?"


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    Xiaoya nodded, replying, "Yeah."


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Xiaoya looked at the bottle of Dadao SOD Milk Honey in her bag, and was a little surprised. It''s not like she looked down on Dabao, it was just that she had never thought someone like Lu Xiaobei would be so down to earth.


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    "No."


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    There was only one drawback, and it was Lu XIaobei''s dislike for cooking meat-based dishes. The only things they appeared in was when a bit of shredded meat was mixed with zucchini and cabbage; or the ham sausage that was mixed into the snow peas. It simply left people in want for more.


    ¡×***¡«


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when the the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya nodded.


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    N/A


    "Millions of human trials?" Xiaoya didn''t understand this part.


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª If you guess right, the prize will be no dividing line. ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya''s eyes were now red, as red as a bunny''s¡ªa very fierce bunny.


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    There was only one drawback, and it was Lu XIaobei''s dislike for cooking meat-based dishes. The only things they appeared in was when a bit of shredded meat was mixed with zucchini and cabbage; or the ham sausage that was mixed into the snow peas. It simply left people in want for more.


    Do you guys want to take a guess as to what it was? Here''s a hint: my goddess bought it for me at the supermarket.


    So everyday since then Xiang Yi would exclaim, "Choosing to come to winter camp was the best decision I''ve ever made!"


    But in reality, my first time eating out with the goddess happened in a modest Malatang shop. There, she ordered bean sprouts, kelp, and beef rolls; while I ordered the cabbage, chicken wing tips, and a burger. The shop was clean, the boss lady there gave good sized portions, and there was all kinds of ingredients in the hot pot. Forget about being healthy, okay, because that soup was delicious!


    Hearing this, Xiaoya nodded.


    Xiaoya then added: "It''s just that this printing shop is not close to the building we''re staying at, and the day Miss Xu ran all the way here for me she had worn heels. So I just feel... I just feel sorry towards her."


    Mo Yichen''s smiles had also grown in number, the power of a delicious meal''s ability to heal the heart.


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    Xiaoya then asked, "So do you care about looks then, Captain?"


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    "You won''t. Open-shelf cosmetics can''t be said to be all that good, but because those products go as far as possible to make sure many people can use them, those big brand name products can''t match that." Lu Xiaobei continued, "Those brand name products are too oversaturated for you at your current stage. But after you wash your face, you still have to apply a face cream to lock in the moisture."


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you fr your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    "What''s that?" Xiaoya asked her.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s head, "Then just remember to not be careless in the future, alright? If you complete the papers properly every day, it''ll make Miss Xu worry a bit less."


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    There was only one drawback, and it was Lu XIaobei''s dislike for cooking meat-based dishes. The only things they appeared in was when a bit of shredded meat was mixed with zucchini and cabbage; or the ham sausage that was mixed into the snow peas. It simply left people in want for more.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s head, "Then just remember to not be careless in the future, alright? If you complete the papers properly every day, it''ll make Miss Xu worry a bit less."


    Xiaoya: ???


    "I only know a little about this stuff. But skin care products are not some miracle cure-all, and they won''t let anybody become some goddess-like divine beauty, let alone allow them to stay young forever. But they can prevent early ageing at the very least." After pausing, Lu Xiaobei continued, "Use it every day. Plus, giving your skin a layer of ''sebum'' won''t be a bad thing for you, or your future partner." Those finals words of Lu Xiaobei''s, seeming to have referred to something.


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the person before her who wanted to run before learning to walk, saying, "You don''t need to worry about toners or essences for the time being. Just stick to applying the face cream every time you wash your face, and if you''re going to be outdoors for a long time, don''t forget to put on sunblock."


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    The tone of Lu Xiaobei''s voice was so resolute, it made Xiang Yi jump in fright, and the chicken leg held between her chopstick fall into her bowl.


    Xiaoya nodded, replying, "Yeah."


    "If I like someone, her looks don''t matter to me. But If I''m pursuing someone, and she accepts because of my looks, I won''t mind that either."


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª If you guess right, the prize will be no dividing line. ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: ???


    "Xiaoya, the chef in the small building cooked drumsticks today. Even though the Captain''s cooking is miles ahead of that person, but she seems to only know how to make vegetarian food... I want meat! I''m going to go grab a couple, do you want some?" For the past few days, the captain, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had become regular meal buddies, the four of them opening up a small table for every meal.


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    "What''s that?" Xiaoya asked her.


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Even though my stomach was being cultivated by my goddess for the past few days, if any of you were right in front of a beautiful woman, who was leisurely eating as if she was feasting on delicacies, would you not also feel like every piece of food in front of you was a delicious feast as well?


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    "Millions of human trials?" Xiaoya didn''t understand this part.


    Xiaoya blinked a couple times before saying, "Thank you, Captain." Then, after a moment of hesitation, she asked, "But Captain, why are you giving me a Dabao?"


    "No."


    Xiaoya then added: "It''s just that this printing shop is not close to the building we''re staying at, and the day Miss Xu ran all the way here for me she had worn heels. So I just feel... I just feel sorry towards her."


    In my fantasies, my first date with the goddess happened in a cafe overlooking a gorgeous lake. There, she would order something like a Matcha latte, caramel macchiato, or some other kind of coffee I''ve never heard of in my life, while I would probably just order a mango frappuccino.


    After Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya left the print shop, they each went to pick up fruits, snacks and daily necessities. But before they paid the bill, Lu Xiaobei took out the potato chips, chocolate, and toffee from Xiaoya''s shopping cart and returned them to the shelves.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s head, "Then just remember to not be careless in the future, alright? If you complete the papers properly every day, it''ll make Miss Xu worry a bit less."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiabei put down her chopsticks, then countered: "If you feel like if this is unfair, then I''ll stop eating meat with you."


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    N/A


    The tone of Lu Xiaobei''s voice was so resolute, it made Xiang Yi jump in fright, and the chicken leg held between her chopstick fall into her bowl.


    Regarding such a situation, there was no sign of anything of the like happening as yet, and Lu Xiaobei had just said those off-handedly, never expecting that one Xiaoya heard them, she would bare her fangs and say, "If they only like you fr your face, then such a shallow person can never be deserving of Captain! He''ll never be able to make Captain happy either!"


    Xiaoya then added: "It''s just that this printing shop is not close to the building we''re staying at, and the day Miss Xu ran all the way here for me she had worn heels. So I just feel... I just feel sorry towards her."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya nodded.


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    Both Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen now had their heads lifted, in time to see Lu Xiaobei use her chopsticks to firmly push the chicken leg away from Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    Xiang Yi then reached out her chopsticks to the bowl of meat with a tremble, gaining no reaction from the captain in the least. This made her realise one thing for certain, the captain''s target was Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei: "It contains too many hormones, so it''s not good for you to eat."


    ¡×***¡«


    Lu Xiaobei: "It contains too many hormones, so it''s not good for you to eat."


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    Second Update


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, then said, "If there''s someone I like, and she''s willing to be with me, that alone would make me happy."


    "No."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do the meals I cook for you not taste good? Why are you preparing so many snacks?"


    "You won''t. Open-shelf cosmetics can''t be said to be all that good, but because those products go as far as possible to make sure many people can use them, those big brand name products can''t match that." Lu Xiaobei continued, "Those brand name products are too oversaturated for you at your current stage. But after you wash your face, you still have to apply a face cream to lock in the moisture."


    Lu Xiaobei: "It contains too many hormones, so it''s not good for you to eat."


    N/A


    "No."


    "No."


    My goddess even gave me a present today too. It was something I wouldn''t never thought of as being a gift, but 99% of us have all laid eyes on it.


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Even though my stomach was being cultivated by my goddess for the past few days, if any of you were right in front of a beautiful woman, who was leisurely eating as if she was feasting on delicacies, would you not also feel like every piece of food in front of you was a delicious feast as well?


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya: "But... But... you''re all eating it! This is unfair." Even Lu Xiaobei herself had taken a bite of the meat.


    "You won''t. Open-shelf cosmetics can''t be said to be all that good, but because those products go as far as possible to make sure many people can use them, those big brand name products can''t match that." Lu Xiaobei continued, "Those brand name products are too oversaturated for you at your current stage. But after you wash your face, you still have to apply a face cream to lock in the moisture."


    Xiaoya reached out to the shelf again in silence, before again returning her hand. Her potato chips... Her toffee...QAQ


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    Xiang Yi then added, "Then I call dibs on the Captain''s share! If she doesn''t eat it, I''ll take it."


    Second Update


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze swept towards the clear faces of Mo Yichen, then Xiang Yi, before fixing itself on Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei then further explained, saying: "Each user who uses their product is the equivalent to one human trial. Therefore the accumulation of all of these are far more reliable than those other cosmeceuticals."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    When Lu Xiaobei saw the plate full of drumsticks, she didn''t say a word. When she saw Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi start chowing down on the chicken les, she didn''t saw a word. When she saw Xiaoya reach her chopsticks out towards a chicken leg, Lu Xiaobei finally said a word.


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya nodded.


    Xiang Yi then reached out her chopsticks to the bowl of meat with a tremble, gaining no reaction from the captain in the least. This made her realise one thing for certain, the captain''s target was Xiaoya.


    But in reality, my first time eating out with the goddess happened in a modest Malatang shop. There, she ordered bean sprouts, kelp, and beef rolls; while I ordered the cabbage, chicken wing tips, and a burger. The shop was clean, the boss lady there gave good sized portions, and there was all kinds of ingredients in the hot pot. Forget about being healthy, okay, because that soup was delicious!


    Hearing this, Lu Xiabei put down her chopsticks, then countered: "If you feel like if this is unfair, then I''ll stop eating meat with you."


    Xiang Yi then reached out her chopsticks to the bowl of meat with a tremble, gaining no reaction from the captain in the least. This made her realise one thing for certain, the captain''s target was Xiaoya.


    "Millions of human trials?" Xiaoya didn''t understand this part.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at the person before her who wanted to run before learning to walk, saying, "You don''t need to worry about toners or essences for the time being. Just stick to applying the face cream every time you wash your face, and if you''re going to be outdoors for a long time, don''t forget to put on sunblock."


    "I only know a little about this stuff. But skin care products are not some miracle cure-all, and they won''t let anybody become some goddess-like divine beauty, let alone allow them to stay young forever. But they can prevent early ageing at the very least." After pausing, Lu Xiaobei continued, "Use it every day. Plus, giving your skin a layer of ''sebum'' won''t be a bad thing for you, or your future partner." Those finals words of Lu Xiaobei''s, seeming to have referred to something.


    Xiaoya, Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen were embarrassed to ask for anything else, so they concocted the idea to just head to the smaller building for lunch. Anyhow, they did already paid for room and board, so not eating would be a waste.


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª If you guess right, the prize will be no dividing line. ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei: "I hope so."


    I''m back~ Huh? Why did someone leave a message saying "woof woof woof"? I don''t get it. Anyway, let''s talk about what happened today! You see, today, I went on a date with the goddess¡ªalone. Heheh.


    Xiaoya''s eyes were now red, as red as a bunny''s¡ªa very fierce bunny.


    Even though my stomach was being cultivated by my goddess for the past few days, if any of you were right in front of a beautiful woman, who was leisurely eating as if she was feasting on delicacies, would you not also feel like every piece of food in front of you was a delicious feast as well?


    "It''s my gift to you." Lu Xiaobei replied simply.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Hearing this, Lu Xiabei put down her chopsticks, then countered: "If you feel like if this is unfair, then I''ll stop eating meat with you."


    The dyke holding back the grievances in Xiaoya''s heart was just about to break. So in a faint voice, she gave her all to plead her case and convince Lu Xiaobei, arguing, "It took me millions of years to evolve and stand at the top of the food chain, so I''ve earned the right to eat some meat."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked her simply, "Do you think that''s fair?"


    Xiaoya had no idea why she had become blind with righteous indignation, and her face was so puffed up she resembled a steamed bun as she said, "As long as Captain gets along with them, and they know how awesome Captain is... no matter the reason was for him being together with Captain, he would end up liking the Captain for real!"


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart was dripping blood. very word she spoke containing an infinite amount of emotion as she replied: "Sounds fair."


    ¡×***¡«


    Lu Xiaobei then further explained, saying: "Each user who uses their product is the equivalent to one human trial. Therefore the accumulation of all of these are far more reliable than those other cosmeceuticals."


    Lu Xiaobei then saw Xiaoya sulking after she paid the money, and so asked playfully, "Are you worried about the money?" It was because the papers needed to be printed on four sheets of A4 paper, and at fifty cents a pop, it added up two yuan each. So when all the materials printed amounted to two hundred sheets worth of A4 papers, even if the owner of the print shop gave her a discount, Xiaoya still had to pay eighty yuan.


    Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Then you should give Daobao a try. It''s been on the market for over a decade, has had well over millions of human trials, and that''s a lot more reliable than those printable quality inspection certificates."


    At the printers, Lu Xiaobei arranged the papers based on their subject, then placed them in the folder for Xiaoya.

 CH 11

    This novel was posted on cntranslationss [dot] blogsp0t [dot] com, by anasiana. If you''re not reading it there, you get what you get £þ¤Ø£þ)


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen finished their beer and while eating peanuts, but Xiaoya still had some beer left in their can. Seeing her try to finish it sip by sip, impatient, Lu Xiaobei downed the rest on her behalf.


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    Xiang Yi: "Captain, you''d even go this far? Now you''ll even take care of Xiaoya''s drinks."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya then said: "Captain, the only one left is you."


    Haha... Everyone''s guesses were all really imaginative, but nobody guessed it right. So I''m just going to tell you guys straight away, the gift was... Dabao!


    From ever since he had taken them up the mountain, Mr. Qi, after being chewed out by Miss Xu, did not dare provoke the tiger by lifting it''s whiskers once more, and thus spent all the days following that incident, obediently supervising his students in that small building.


    My goddess gave me the knowledge of skin care, as well as explaining the concept of Pareto''s Law[1], where input and output are often unbalanced. From what I understood, just applying a skin cream would take care of 80% of my skin care routine!


    Mo Yichen divided the sparklers into four, then asked, "Are we going to hang out on the balcony?"


    My goddess even said that my rounded up understanding of the concept wasn''t too shabby either. ~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Hahaha! If I posted right now on that forum that I was roommates with the goddess and was currently playing around on her phone, there''d probably be a crap-ton of people complaining and even trying to come through the network cables to find me.


    Poster A:


    "Jeez, Xiaoya, you''re such a fangirl." Xiang Yi, unable to stand it any longer, chided.


    Anyways... a little while ago I was scrolling through the school''s forum and picked out some of the other comments from people curious about our goddess to see how she appears in their eyes and share them with you.


    Before XiangYi could finish, Lu Xiaobei interrupted: "Xiang Yi."


    "I never make wishes."


    Shocked at the sight, Xiaoya asked them: "I thought you guys said you were already stuffed from dinner earlier, so what did you call us over here to eat. Plus, where did those even come from?"


    Xiaoya didn''t persist in trying to finish it, drinking only half before replying earnestly, "I hope to get into the honours class after the second year exams; I hope I can get along well with everyone; and I hope we can all meet up again like this again next year."


    Xiaoya: "But we don''t have any lighters! Should we go borrow one?"


    Poster A:


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    Xiaoya then added happily, "This is already more than enough. It''s a lot more than I thought there would be."


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    Lu Xiaobei stared fixedly at Xiaoya, a long time passing without her saying a word.


    Shocked at the sight, Xiaoya asked them: "I thought you guys said you were already stuffed from dinner earlier, so what did you call us over here to eat. Plus, where did those even come from?"


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    No matter how much they begged, the most they could coax from him was the added sentenced: "And if Miss Xu disagrees, you guys must absolutely, in no way, go off to do it in secret."


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    Poster B:


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    From ever since he had taken them up the mountain, Mr. Qi, after being chewed out by Miss Xu, did not dare provoke the tiger by lifting it''s whiskers once more, and thus spent all the days following that incident, obediently supervising his students in that small building.


    Xiaoya didn''t have any idea what she was talking about, but the other girl then changed the topic, now sayingtoXiaoya, "Xiaoya, Yichen toasted with the Captain, so now I''ll toast with you."


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    Anyways... a little while ago I was scrolling through the school''s forum and picked out some of the other comments from people curious about our goddess to see how she appears in their eyes and share them with you.


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    Xiaoya''s mother hesitated for a while, then replied, "We... we went over to my mother''s house."


    As a schoolmate of our goddess, you guys definitely know who I''m talking about here, the thing that gives me the utmost of pleasure is recording the daily life of our goddess. So today during the music class on the first floor of building no. 2, there was a little orange at lingering around outside the window during break. A lot of the girls had opened the window and tried every which way and how to coax the little thing to come inside, but all their efforts had failed. Then the goddess entered the classroom, and with just one look at that orange kitten, the indifferent little thing nimbly jumped into the classroom, then laid itself at the goddess'' feet and meowed. I know, right? This world truly does operate on looks [cries]. Afterwards, the goddess even picked up the little orange cat, holding it in her arms while scratching its chin! I swear, when they saw this, half the class stared at that little kitten with green in their eyes, and most of them seemed like they wanted to swap places with it!


    After the sparkler burnt out, only bits of ash had remained. It''s beauty only lasting for a short duration of time, yet its splendour would stay imprinted in one''s memory.


    Poster C:


    Xiaoya, wanting to return Xiang Yi''s gesture, also lifted her hand to drink her beer till the last drop, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "You only have one can, so if you drink it all there''ll be no more."


    Does anyone have the school forum, QQ, WeChat or Weibo contact of Year 3 Class X''s goddess? Or any photos of her not in a group? I''m on my knees here, begging, anybody to just send them to me via private message. And if they turn out to be legit, you''ll be rewarded handsomely! I''ll also accept the goddess'' homework or test papers too!


    Xiaoya didn''t have any idea what she was talking about, but the other girl then changed the topic, now sayingtoXiaoya, "Xiaoya, Yichen toasted with the Captain, so now I''ll toast with you."


    Xiaoya: "We''re just watching the Spring Festival Gala."


    Pareto''s Law s named after an Italian Economist who came up with the 80:20 principle. He believed stuff like 80% of a country''s wealth was held in 20% of the country''s population. And his principle can be used to say stuff like 20% of efforts can result in 80% of gains, yadda yadda yadda...[] I''m going to list the class types in order from highest to lowest. ¾ºÈü°à: lit. competition class, are like AP classes and the top level classes in the school. Below them are Öصã°à: lit. key classes, are like honours classes, with a less rigorous class contents than the aforementioned. Lastly there is ƽÐаà: lit. parallel classes, which can be considered are regular classes with students who have mid to low grades, and this is the class grouping Xiaoya is currently in (and we know where her grades stand).[]anasi: Damn, Captain, god damn (^///^)


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Just then, a knock came from outside the door. Lu Xiaobbei went to open it, and afterwards returned, whispering to Xiaoya, "Xiang Yi and Yichen got some snacks, let''s go hang out in their room."


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    "Oh, no. I''m fine. I''m happy to just hold onto it."


    Hahaha! If I posted right now on that forum that I was roommates with the goddess and was currently playing around on her phone, there''d probably be a crap-ton of people complaining and even trying to crawl through the network cables to find me.


    Mo Yichen: "In case you have a sudden need to smoke, you mean, right?


    Xiang Yi: "I''m just holding onto it in case there''s a need comes up in the future."


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    This made Mo Yichen smile towards Xiaoya, and in doing so had exposed a row of eight straight teeth, seeming as beautiful as they were warm, "In the next few months, Captain will be doing her college entrance exams; so to you, Captain, I''d also like wish for your success!"


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª That''s all from the dividing line that wants to secretly collect a picture of the goddess ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Poster B:


    Xiaoya: "But we don''t have any lighters! Should we go borrow one?"


    Poster B:


    In no time at all, the new year had almost arrived.


    The sound of Xiaoya''s father''s voice then came from the receiver, "Happy New Year, Xiaoyu! And remember, a new year means you need to study hard, alright?"


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    "Do you know why I don''t make wishes?" Lu Xiaobei, then continued, "It because if there''s something I want, I will make it my goal, and do everything in my power to achieve it. Wishes require you to earnestly pray to god, but I don''t believe in any god, I only believe in myself."


    Third Update


    "Yes, I know, dad. I also want to wish you good health, and that you''ll keep climbing up the ranks at work."


    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.


    In Xiaoya''s high school, the best students were placed in the advanced placement (AP) classes, while most were in the honours class, and less were in the parallel (ordinary) classes. The students in these parallel classes were basically regarded as animals raring for their release. So if the she had the opportunity, Xiaoya would also like to take a shot at those exams.


    This was because Lu Xiaobei had promised her, she could indulge herself just a bit as she pleased on the last night of the year.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Has anyone ever told you, the actual foundation of your facial features are very good-looking?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Lu Xiaobei: "You should."


    After the two tapped their cans together, Xiang Yi, seeming like a drinking pro, downed all her beer in one go, then asked: "Xiaoya, what''s your hopes for this new year?"


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    Within the small town, the fireworks released the fireworks released weren''t that grand, the bangs and pops of firecrackers, both large and small, rose and fell¡ªsounded every now and again¡ªbefore the night had even fell.


    The screen of Lu Xiaobei''s phone lit up, "We just got a tip-off, Miss Xu has gone to sleep."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    N/A


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    "I never make wishes."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Has anyone ever told you, the actual foundation of your facial features are very good-looking?"


    The owner of the building also thought about doing so too, releasing two strings of firecrackers in front of the building''s entrance. But even though the sounds were very annoying, the sound of them resonating in one''s ears without end, however, to that cold and lonesome winter, they did add a bit of the flavour of the new year''s celebrations.


    "Only when my dad occasionally let me have some red wine. So I kinda thought beer would taste really good too," Xiaoya replied.


    From ever since he had taken them up the mountain, Mr. Qi, after being chewed out by Miss Xu, did not dare provoke the tiger by lifting it''s whiskers once more, and thus spent all the days following that incident, obediently supervising his students in that small building.


    Xiaoya then added happily, "This is already more than enough. It''s a lot more than I thought there would be."


    Third Update


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    So when Gao Heng and the other asked him if they could buy fireworks, all Mr. Qi said to them was the one simple sentence: "Go ask Miss Xu."


    "Do you want me to help you drink it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    No matter how much they begged, the most they could coax from him was the added sentenced: "And if Miss Xu disagrees, you guys must absolutely, in no way, go off to do it in secret."


    Xiaoya smacked the table, shouting: "Captain will come back with first place!"


    Xiaoya: "We''re just watching the Spring Festival Gala."


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    Angry, Gao Heng cruelly spat, "Sir, you''ll definitely become a pushover in the future."


    When Xiaoya knocked on the door of the room next door, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were both sitting together on one bed chatting, while Lu Xiaobei was sitting alone on the one across from them shelling peanuts. The nightstand was placed between them, where on top of it were four cans of beer.


    Before XiangYi could finish, Lu Xiaobei interrupted: "Xiang Yi."


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    Lu Xiaobei ignored their bickering, picking up the lighter from the table before taking Xiaoya out to the balcony.


    "Only when my dad occasionally let me have some red wine. So I kinda thought beer would taste really good too," Xiaoya replied.


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on Mo Yichen, with he chiming in, "I feel the same way too!"


    Xiang Yi: "Captain, you''d even go this far? Now you''ll even take care of Xiaoya''s drinks."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    After the two tapped their cans together, Xiang Yi, seeming like a drinking pro, downed all her beer in one go, then asked: "Xiaoya, what''s your hopes for this new year?"


    Not long after Xiaoya had made it back to her room, her family had given her a call. "Xiaoyu, happy new year!"


    Covering the receiver, Xiaoya motioned to Lu Xiaobei she should go first, and after ending the call she would leave as well.


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    Not long after Xiaoya had made it back to her room, her family had given her a call. "Xiaoyu, happy new year!"


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    This was because Lu Xiaobei had promised her, she could indulge herself just a bit as she pleased on the last night of the year.


    Pareto''s Law s named after an Italian Economist who came up with the 80:20 principle. He believed stuff like 80% of a country''s wealth was held in 20% of the country''s population. And his principle can be used to say stuff like 20% of efforts can result in 80% of gains, yadda yadda yadda...[] I''m going to list the class types in order from highest to lowest. ¾ºÈü°à: lit. competition class, are like AP classes and the top level classes in the school. Below them are Öصã°à: lit. key classes, are like honours classes, with a less rigorous class contents than the aforementioned. Lastly there is ƽÐаà: lit. parallel classes, which can be considered are regular classes with students who have mid to low grades, and this is the class grouping Xiaoya is currently in (and we know where her grades stand).[]anasi: Damn, Captain, god damn (^///^)


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    Lu Xiaobei stared fixedly at Xiaoya, a long time passing without her saying a word.


    Xiaoya''s mother laughed happily while she then said: "Dad already heard you sweetheart, and he wants to talk to you too."


    Xiang Yi: "Captain, you''d even go this far? Now you''ll even take care of Xiaoya''s drinks."


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    Pareto''s Law s named after an Italian Economist who came up with the 80:20 principle. He believed stuff like 80% of a country''s wealth was held in 20% of the country''s population. And his principle can be used to say stuff like 20% of efforts can result in 80% of gains, yadda yadda yadda...[] I''m going to list the class types in order from highest to lowest. ¾ºÈü°à: lit. competition class, are like AP classes and the top level classes in the school. Below them are Öصã°à: lit. key classes, are like honours classes, with a less rigorous class contents than the aforementioned. Lastly there is ƽÐаà: lit. parallel classes, which can be considered are regular classes with students who have mid to low grades, and this is the class grouping Xiaoya is currently in (and we know where her grades stand).[]anasi: Damn, Captain, god damn (^///^)


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei: "You should."


    Within the small town, the fireworks released the fireworks released weren''t that grand, the bangs and pops of firecrackers, both large and small, rose and fell¡ªsounded every now and again¡ªbefore the night had even fell.


    When Xiaoya knocked on the door of the room next door, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were both sitting together on one bed chatting, while Lu Xiaobei was sitting alone on the one across from them shelling peanuts. The nightstand was placed between them, where on top of it were four cans of beer.


    The sound of Xiaoya''s father''s voice then came from the receiver, "Happy New Year, Xiaoyu! And remember, a new year means you need to study hard, alright?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Under the dark skies, beside that burning spark, the brightness of that young girl''s face was hard to conceive.


    Under the dark skies, beside that burning spark, the brightness of that young girl''s face was hard to conceive.


    This made Mo Yichen smile towards Xiaoya, and in doing so had exposed a row of eight straight teeth, seeming as beautiful as they were warm, "In the next few months, Captain will be doing her college entrance exams; so to you, Captain, I''d also like wish for your success!"


    Xiaoya, wanting to return Xiang Yi''s gesture, also lifted her hand to drink her beer till the last drop, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "You only have one can, so if you drink it all there''ll be no more."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.


    "Yes, I know, dad. I also want to wish you good health, and that you''ll keep climbing up the ranks at work."


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s mother hesitated for a while, then replied, "We... we went over to my mother''s house."


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on Mo Yichen, with he chiming in, "I feel the same way too!"


    "Yeah. It''s too late now, and I don''t really want to go outside." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    The screen of Lu Xiaobei''s phone lit up, "We just got a tip-off, Miss Xu has gone to sleep."


    "Do you know why I don''t make wishes?" Lu Xiaobei, then continued, "It because if there''s something I want, I will make it my goal, and do everything in my power to achieve it. Wishes require you to earnestly pray to god, but I don''t believe in any god, I only believe in myself."


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    Just then, a knock came from outside the door. Lu Xiaobbei went to open it, and afterwards returned, whispering to Xiaoya, "Xiang Yi and Yichen got some snacks, let''s go hang out in their room."


    "No way!" Xiaoya then rolled her eyes, adding, "Well, that''s not true, my dad actually said so before. There''s no way I should believe him, right?"


    Covering the receiver, Xiaoya motioned to Lu Xiaobei she should go first, and after ending the call she would leave as well.


    The owner of the building also thought about doing so too, releasing two strings of firecrackers in front of the building''s entrance. But even though the sounds were very annoying, the sound of them resonating in one''s ears without end, however, to that cold and lonesome winter, they did add a bit of the flavour of the new year''s celebrations.


    Xiaoya''s mother laughed happily while she then said: "Dad already heard you sweetheart, and he wants to talk to you too."


    Poster A:


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    "She didn''t allow it, but it was said for Miss Xu to hear, so don''t let that slip tomorrow, okay? Everyone only got a can of beer and a pack of sparklers each, and there''s no more to get." Xiang Yi was the one to respond this time.


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    Xiaoya, wanting to return Xiang Yi''s gesture, also lifted her hand to drink her beer till the last drop, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "You only have one can, so if you drink it all there''ll be no more."


    This was because Lu Xiaobei had promised her, she could indulge herself just a bit as she pleased on the last night of the year.


    Third Update


    Xiaoya''s mother hesitated for a while, then replied, "We... we went over to my mother''s house."


    Anyways... a little while ago I was scrolling through the school''s forum and picked out some of the other comments from people curious about our goddess to see how she appears in their eyes and share them with you.


    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.


    "Yeah. It''s too late now, and I don''t really want to go outside." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    It had been many years since Xiaoya had played with sparklers, and while doing so she had an great amount of fun, "Captain, did I drawing of your name look nice?"


    "Oh, no. I''m fine. I''m happy to just hold onto it."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then asked, "Really? can you put grandma on the phone then, I want to talk to her."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled the ring on the can, opening it, then called for Xiaoya to sit beside her. The four girls now all lifting their cans, bumping them together, "Ganbei! (Cheers)"


    Within the small town, the fireworks released the fireworks released weren''t that grand, the bangs and pops of firecrackers, both large and small, rose and fell¡ªsounded every now and again¡ªbefore the night had even fell.


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    To which her mother replied: "I''m sorry, sweetheart, but Uncle and Aunty Qi who live upstairs have all their kids and grand kids living overseas, so after your grandma and grandpa ate, they went upstairs to keep them company by playing mahjong."


    Within the small town, the fireworks released the fireworks released weren''t that grand, the bangs and pops of firecrackers, both large and small, rose and fell¡ªsounded every now and again¡ªbefore the night had even fell.


    Mo Yichen: "In case you have a sudden need to smoke, you mean, right?


    "I hope we can end up in the same class, and I also hope we get the chance to meet up again next year." Mo Yichen added.


    Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen finished their beer and while eating peanuts, but Xiaoya still had some beer left in their can. Seeing her try to finish it sip by sip, impatient, Lu Xiaobei downed the rest on her behalf.


    Poster C:


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then asked, "Really? can you put grandma on the phone then, I want to talk to her."


    From ever since he had taken them up the mountain, Mr. Qi, after being chewed out by Miss Xu, did not dare provoke the tiger by lifting it''s whiskers once more, and thus spent all the days following that incident, obediently supervising his students in that small building.


    From ever since he had taken them up the mountain, Mr. Qi, after being chewed out by Miss Xu, did not dare provoke the tiger by lifting it''s whiskers once more, and thus spent all the days following that incident, obediently supervising his students in that small building.


    When Xiaoya knocked on the door of the room next door, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were both sitting together on one bed chatting, while Lu Xiaobei was sitting alone on the one across from them shelling peanuts. The nightstand was placed between them, where on top of it were four cans of beer.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª That''s all from the dividing line that wants to secretly collect a picture of the goddess ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen finished their beer and while eating peanuts, but Xiaoya still had some beer left in their can. Seeing her try to finish it sip by sip, impatient, Lu Xiaobei downed the rest on her behalf.


    "I know, sweetheart. Anyway, what are you guys up to over there right now?"


    Shocked at the sight, Xiaoya asked them: "I thought you guys said you were already stuffed from dinner earlier, so what did you call us over here to eat. Plus, where did those even come from?"


    "Do you want me to help you drink it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    This made Mo Yichen smile towards Xiaoya, and in doing so had exposed a row of eight straight teeth, seeming as beautiful as they were warm, "In the next few months, Captain will be doing her college entrance exams; so to you, Captain, I''d also like wish for your success!"


    This was because Lu Xiaobei had promised her, she could indulge herself just a bit as she pleased on the last night of the year.


    It had been many years since Xiaoya had played with sparklers, and while doing so she had an great amount of fun, "Captain, did I drawing of your name look nice?"


    Xiaoya: "We''re just watching the Spring Festival Gala."


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    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.


    Third Update


    Haha... Everyone''s guesses were all really imaginative, but nobody guessed it right. So I''m just going to tell you guys straight away, the gift was... Dabao!


    Xiaoya: "We''re just watching the Spring Festival Gala."


    Mo Yihen tapped her finger against the ring on her own can, her face covered with a flush of light pink on account of the beer she had drunk so far, giving her a look more lovely than the blossoms of spring, as she then went on to say, "For the past year, I''m really happy I got to know you guys. Even though it''s hasn''t been that long since we''ve been together, every da we had so far made me feel really happy."


    Xiaoya''s mother laughed happily while she then said: "Dad already heard you sweetheart, and he wants to talk to you too."


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    When Xiaoya knocked on the door of the room next door, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were both sitting together on one bed chatting, while Lu Xiaobei was sitting alone on the one across from them shelling peanuts. The nightstand was placed between them, where on top of it were four cans of beer.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya dotingly, saying, "Somebody''s all hyped up." Then moved to clink cans with Mo Yichen, adding, "Thank you."


    As a schoolmate of our goddess, you guys definitely know who I''m talking about here, the thing that gives me the utmost of pleasure is recording the daily life of our goddess. So today during the music class on the first floor of building no. 2, there was a little orange at lingering around outside the window during break. A lot of the girls had opened the window and tried every which way and how to coax the little thing to come inside, but all their efforts had failed. Then the goddess entered the classroom, and with just one look at that orange kitten, the indifferent little thing nimbly jumped into the classroom, then laid itself at the goddess'' feet and meowed. I know, right? This world truly does operate on looks [cries]. Afterwards, the goddess even picked up the little orange cat, holding it in her arms while scratching its chin! I swear, when they saw this, half the class stared at that little kitten with green in their eyes, and most of them seemed like they wanted to swap places with it!


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    Xiaoya: "But we don''t have any lighters! Should we go borrow one?"


    Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen finished their beer and while eating peanuts, but Xiaoya still had some beer left in their can. Seeing her try to finish it sip by sip, impatient, Lu Xiaobei downed the rest on her behalf.


    Third Update


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    Shocked at the sight, Xiaoya asked them: "I thought you guys said you were already stuffed from dinner earlier, so what did you call us over here to eat. Plus, where did those even come from?"


    Xiaoya didn''t persist in trying to finish it, drinking only half before replying earnestly, "I hope to get into the honours class after the second year exams; I hope I can get along well with everyone; and I hope we can all meet up again like this again next year."


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    "Yeah. It''s too late now, and I don''t really want to go outside." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Poster B:


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    "She didn''t allow it, but it was said for Miss Xu to hear, so don''t let that slip tomorrow, okay? Everyone only got a can of beer and a pack of sparklers each, and there''s no more to get." Xiang Yi was the one to respond this time.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Shocked at the sight, Xiaoya asked them: "I thought you guys said you were already stuffed from dinner earlier, so what did you call us over here to eat. Plus, where did those even come from?"


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    Poster C:


    "Jeez, Xiaoya, you''re such a fangirl." Xiang Yi, unable to stand it any longer, chided.


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    "She didn''t allow it, but it was said for Miss Xu to hear, so don''t let that slip tomorrow, okay? Everyone only got a can of beer and a pack of sparklers each, and there''s no more to get." Xiang Yi was the one to respond this time.


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    Angry, Gao Heng cruelly spat, "Sir, you''ll definitely become a pushover in the future."


    Xiaoya smacked the table, shouting: "Captain will come back with first place!"


    Xiaoya then added happily, "This is already more than enough. It''s a lot more than I thought there would be."


    My goddess even said that my rounded up understanding of the concept wasn''t too shabby either. ~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Haha... Everyone''s guesses were all really imaginative, but nobody guessed it right. So I''m just going to tell you guys straight away, the gift was... Dabao!


    It had been many years since Xiaoya had played with sparklers, and while doing so she had an great amount of fun, "Captain, did I drawing of your name look nice?"


    After Xiaoya and her parents both gave each other best wishes, she then asked her mother, "Mom, did you guys go over to your mom''s house or dad''s mom''s house to celebrate the Spring Festival?"


    Lu Xiaobei stared fixedly at Xiaoya, a long time passing without her saying a word.


    "I hope we can end up in the same class, and I also hope we get the chance to meet up again next year." Mo Yichen added.


    Third Update


    Lu Xiaobei pulled the ring on the can, opening it, then called for Xiaoya to sit beside her. The four girls now all lifting their cans, bumping them together, "Ganbei! (Cheers)"


    "Oh, no. I''m fine. I''m happy to just hold onto it."


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    The owner of the building also thought about doing so too, releasing two strings of firecrackers in front of the building''s entrance. But even though the sounds were very annoying, the sound of them resonating in one''s ears without end, however, to that cold and lonesome winter, they did add a bit of the flavour of the new year''s celebrations.


    After the two tapped their cans together, Xiang Yi, seeming like a drinking pro, downed all her beer in one go, then asked: "Xiaoya, what''s your hopes for this new year?"


    This was because Lu Xiaobei had promised her, she could indulge herself just a bit as she pleased on the last night of the year.


    Afterwards, Xiaoya only drank a sip, before crinkling her brows together as she exclaimed, "Ah, it''s so bitter."


    So when Gao Heng and the other asked him if they could buy fireworks, all Mr. Qi said to them was the one simple sentence: "Go ask Miss Xu."


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    "Yes, I know, dad. I also want to wish you good health, and that you''ll keep climbing up the ranks at work."


    "Only when my dad occasionally let me have some red wine. So I kinda thought beer would taste really good too," Xiaoya replied.


    "Yeah. It''s too late now, and I don''t really want to go outside." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Xiang then spoke, saying: "Compared to last year, this year I made four achievements. I got success in my studies, I got to eat great food, I got beer on the table in front of me, and I got someone with me in bed."


    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    "Yeah. It''s too late now, and I don''t really want to go outside." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes, very nice."


    Upon hearing this Xiaoya exclaimed: "Captain, you''re so cool!"


    "Do you want me to help you drink it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    To which her mother replied: "I''m sorry, sweetheart, but Uncle and Aunty Qi who live upstairs have all their kids and grand kids living overseas, so after your grandma and grandpa ate, they went upstairs to keep them company by playing mahjong."


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    As a schoolmate of our goddess, you guys definitely know who I''m talking about here, the thing that gives me the utmost of pleasure is recording the daily life of our goddess. So today during the music class on the first floor of building no. 2, there was a little orange at lingering around outside the window during break. A lot of the girls had opened the window and tried every which way and how to coax the little thing to come inside, but all their efforts had failed. Then the goddess entered the classroom, and with just one look at that orange kitten, the indifferent little thing nimbly jumped into the classroom, then laid itself at the goddess'' feet and meowed. I know, right? This world truly does operate on looks [cries]. Afterwards, the goddess even picked up the little orange cat, holding it in her arms while scratching its chin! I swear, when they saw this, half the class stared at that little kitten with green in their eyes, and most of them seemed like they wanted to swap places with it!


    "Oh, no. I''m fine. I''m happy to just hold onto it."


    "Jeez, Xiaoya, you''re such a fangirl." Xiang Yi, unable to stand it any longer, chided.


    Mo Yihen tapped her finger against the ring on her own can, her face covered with a flush of light pink on account of the beer she had drunk so far, giving her a look more lovely than the blossoms of spring, as she then went on to say, "For the past year, I''m really happy I got to know you guys. Even though it''s hasn''t been that long since we''ve been together, every da we had so far made me feel really happy."


    Not long after Xiaoya had made it back to her room, her family had given her a call. "Xiaoyu, happy new year!"


    "Do you want me to help you drink it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    With Xiaoya then asking, "Didn''t you say they weren''t allowed? Did Miss Xu give them permission?"


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on Mo Yichen, with he chiming in, "I feel the same way too!"


    Just then, a knock came from outside the door. Lu Xiaobbei went to open it, and afterwards returned, whispering to Xiaoya, "Xiang Yi and Yichen got some snacks, let''s go hang out in their room."


    Mo Yichen: "In case you have a sudden need to smoke, you mean, right?


    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.


    This made Mo Yichen smile towards Xiaoya, and in doing so had exposed a row of eight straight teeth, seeming as beautiful as they were warm, "In the next few months, Captain will be doing her college entrance exams; so to you, Captain, I''d also like wish for your success!"


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    The sound of Xiaoya''s father''s voice then came from the receiver, "Happy New Year, Xiaoyu! And remember, a new year means you need to study hard, alright?"


    The owner of the building also thought about doing so too, releasing two strings of firecrackers in front of the building''s entrance. But even though the sounds were very annoying, the sound of them resonating in one''s ears without end, however, to that cold and lonesome winter, they did add a bit of the flavour of the new year''s celebrations.


    Covering the receiver, Xiaoya motioned to Lu Xiaobei she should go first, and after ending the call she would leave as well.


    Xiang Yi: "I''m just holding onto it in case there''s a need comes up in the future."


    My goddess gave me the knowledge of skin care, as well as explaining the concept of Pareto''s Law, where input and output are often unbalanced. From what I understood, just applying a skin cream would take care of 80% of my skin care routine!


    Lu Xiaobei: "Has anyone ever told you, the actual foundation of your facial features are very good-looking?"


    Xiaoya smacked the table, shouting: "Captain will come back with first place!"


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on Mo Yichen, with he chiming in, "I feel the same way too!"


    In no time at all, the new year had almost arrived.


    "Jeez, Xiaoya, you''re such a fangirl." Xiang Yi, unable to stand it any longer, chided.


    Angry, Gao Heng cruelly spat, "Sir, you''ll definitely become a pushover in the future."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled the ring on the can, opening it, then called for Xiaoya to sit beside her. The four girls now all lifting their cans, bumping them together, "Ganbei! (Cheers)"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya dotingly, saying, "Somebody''s all hyped up." Then moved to clink cans with Mo Yichen, adding, "Thank you."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Mo Yichen divided the sparklers into four, then asked, "Are we going to hang out on the balcony?"


    This made Mo Yichen smile towards Xiaoya, and in doing so had exposed a row of eight straight teeth, seeming as beautiful as they were warm, "In the next few months, Captain will be doing her college entrance exams; so to you, Captain, I''d also like wish for your success!"


    Hahaha! If I posted right now on that forum that I was roommates with the goddess and was currently playing around on her phone, there''d probably be a crap-ton of people complaining and even trying to come through the network cables to find me.


    This made Mo Yichen smile towards Xiaoya, and in doing so had exposed a row of eight straight teeth, seeming as beautiful as they were warm, "In the next few months, Captain will be doing her college entrance exams; so to you, Captain, I''d also like wish for your success!"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    As a schoolmate of our goddess, you guys definitely know who I''m talking about here, the thing that gives me the utmost of pleasure is recording the daily life of our goddess. So today during the music class on the first floor of building no. 2, there was a little orange at lingering around outside the window during break. A lot of the girls had opened the window and tried every which way and how to coax the little thing to come inside, but all their efforts had failed. Then the goddess entered the classroom, and with just one look at that orange kitten, the indifferent little thing nimbly jumped into the classroom, then laid itself at the goddess'' feet and meowed. I know, right? This world truly does operate on looks [cries]. Afterwards, the goddess even picked up the little orange cat, holding it in her arms while scratching its chin! I swear, when they saw this, half the class stared at that little kitten with green in their eyes, and most of them seemed like they wanted to swap places with it!


    Xiang then spoke, saying: "Compared to last year, this year I made four achievements. I got success in my studies, I got to eat great food, I got beer on the table in front of me, and I got someone with me in bed."


    Mo Yihen tapped her finger against the ring on her own can, her face covered with a flush of light pink on account of the beer she had drunk so far, giving her a look more lovely than the blossoms of spring, as she then went on to say, "For the past year, I''m really happy I got to know you guys. Even though it''s hasn''t been that long since we''ve been together, every da we had so far made me feel really happy."


    Before XiangYi could finish, Lu Xiaobei interrupted: "Xiang Yi."


    In no time at all, the new year had almost arrived.


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    No matter how much they begged, the most they could coax from him was the added sentenced: "And if Miss Xu disagrees, you guys must absolutely, in no way, go off to do it in secret."


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    The owner of the building also thought about doing so too, releasing two strings of firecrackers in front of the building''s entrance. But even though the sounds were very annoying, the sound of them resonating in one''s ears without end, however, to that cold and lonesome winter, they did add a bit of the flavour of the new year''s celebrations.


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at Xiaoya dotingly, saying, "Somebody''s all hyped up." Then moved to clink cans with Mo Yichen, adding, "Thank you."


    Xiaoya didn''t have any idea what she was talking about, but the other girl then changed the topic, now sayingtoXiaoya, "Xiaoya, Yichen toasted with the Captain, so now I''ll toast with you."


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    After the two tapped their cans together, Xiang Yi, seeming like a drinking pro, downed all her beer in one go, then asked: "Xiaoya, what''s your hopes for this new year?"


    Poster C:


    Xiaoya, wanting to return Xiang Yi''s gesture, also lifted her hand to drink her beer till the last drop, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "You only have one can, so if you drink it all there''ll be no more."


    Does anyone have the school forum, QQ, WeChat or Weibo contact of Year 3 Class X''s goddess? Or any photos of her not in a group? I''m on my knees here, begging, anybody to just send them to me via private message. And if they turn out to be legit, you''ll be rewarded handsomely! I''ll also accept the goddess'' homework or test papers too!


    Mo Yichen: "We don''t need to, Xiang Yi smokes."


    "Do you want me to help you drink it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya didn''t persist in trying to finish it, drinking only half before replying earnestly, "I hope to get into the honours class after the second year exams; I hope I can get along well with everyone; and I hope we can all meet up again like this again next year."


    From ever since he had taken them up the mountain, Mr. Qi, after being chewed out by Miss Xu, did not dare provoke the tiger by lifting it''s whiskers once more, and thus spent all the days following that incident, obediently supervising his students in that small building.


    Xiaoya then added happily, "This is already more than enough. It''s a lot more than I thought there would be."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya didn''t persist in trying to finish it, drinking only half before replying earnestly, "I hope to get into the honours class[2] after the second year exams; I hope I can get along well with everyone; and I hope we can all meet up again like this again next year."


    Pareto''s Law s named after an Italian Economist who came up with the 80:20 principle. He believed stuff like 80% of a country''s wealth was held in 20% of the country''s population. And his principle can be used to say stuff like 20% of efforts can result in 80% of gains, yadda yadda yadda...[] I''m going to list the class types in order from highest to lowest. ¾ºÈü°à: lit. competition class, are like AP classes and the top level classes in the school. Below them are Öصã°à: lit. key classes, are like honours classes, with a less rigorous class contents than the aforementioned. Lastly there is ƽÐаà: lit. parallel classes, which can be considered are regular classes with students who have mid to low grades, and this is the class grouping Xiaoya is currently in (and we know where her grades stand).[]anasi: Damn, Captain, god damn (^///^)


    The screen of Lu Xiaobei''s phone lit up, "We just got a tip-off, Miss Xu has gone to sleep."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    Lu Xiaobei stared fixedly at Xiaoya, a long time passing without her saying a word.


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    In Xiaoya''s high school, the best students were placed in the advanced placement (AP) classes, while most were in the honours class, and less were in the parallel (ordinary) classes. The students in these parallel classes were basically regarded as animals raring for their release. So if the she had the opportunity, Xiaoya would also like to take a shot at those exams.


    "I hope we can end up in the same class, and I also hope we get the chance to meet up again next year." Mo Yichen added.


    ¡×***¡«


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    Just then, a knock came from outside the door. Lu Xiaobbei went to open it, and afterwards returned, whispering to Xiaoya, "Xiang Yi and Yichen got some snacks, let''s go hang out in their room."


    "I hope we can end up in the same class, and I also hope we get the chance to meet up again next year." Mo Yichen added.


    Angry, Gao Heng cruelly spat, "Sir, you''ll definitely become a pushover in the future."


    Shocked at the sight, Xiaoya asked them: "I thought you guys said you were already stuffed from dinner earlier, so what did you call us over here to eat. Plus, where did those even come from?"


    Mo Yichen: "We don''t need to, Xiang Yi smokes."


    Xiaoya then said: "Captain, the only one left is you."


    Xiaoya''s mother laughed happily while she then said: "Dad already heard you sweetheart, and he wants to talk to you too."


    Xiaoya''s mother laughed happily while she then said: "Dad already heard you sweetheart, and he wants to talk to you too."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    Xiaoya: "But we don''t have any lighters! Should we go borrow one?"


    Lu Xiaobei stared fixedly at Xiaoya, a long time passing without her saying a word.


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    "Gao Heng and Mr. Qi went to the town centre to buy them." Lu Xiaobei was the one to answer.


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    "I never make wishes."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes, very nice."


    Upon hearing this Xiaoya exclaimed: "Captain, you''re so cool!"


    Mo Yichen: "We don''t need to, Xiang Yi smokes."


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    Causing Lu Xiaobei to ask her, "Have you never drank before?"


    "Jeez, Xiaoya, you''re such a fangirl." Xiang Yi, unable to stand it any longer, chided.


    As a schoolmate of our goddess, you guys definitely know who I''m talking about here, the thing that gives me the utmost of pleasure is recording the daily life of our goddess. So today during the music class on the first floor of building no. 2, there was a little orange at lingering around outside the window during break. A lot of the girls had opened the window and tried every which way and how to coax the little thing to come inside, but all their efforts had failed. Then the goddess entered the classroom, and with just one look at that orange kitten, the indifferent little thing nimbly jumped into the classroom, then laid itself at the goddess'' feet and meowed. I know, right? This world truly does operate on looks [cries]. Afterwards, the goddess even picked up the little orange cat, holding it in her arms while scratching its chin! I swear, when they saw this, half the class stared at that little kitten with green in their eyes, and most of them seemed like they wanted to swap places with it!


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes, very nice."


    "Do you want me to help you drink it?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen finished their beer and while eating peanuts, but Xiaoya still had some beer left in their can. Seeing her try to finish it sip by sip, impatient, Lu Xiaobei downed the rest on her behalf.


    Afterwards, Xiaoya only drank a sip, before crinkling her brows together as she exclaimed, "Ah, it''s so bitter."


    Xiang Yi: "Captain, you''d even go this far? Now you''ll even take care of Xiaoya''s drinks."


    It had been many years since Xiaoya had played with sparklers, and while doing so she had an great amount of fun, "Captain, did I drawing of your name look nice?"


    This was because Lu Xiaobei had promised her, she could indulge herself just a bit as she pleased on the last night of the year.


    "No way!" Xiaoya then rolled her eyes, adding, "Well, that''s not true, my dad actually said so before. There''s no way I should believe him, right?"


    "Oh, no. I''m fine. I''m happy to just hold onto it."


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    Xiaoya then added happily, "This is already more than enough. It''s a lot more than I thought there would be."


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    The screen of Lu Xiaobei''s phone lit up, "We just got a tip-off, Miss Xu has gone to sleep."


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    Third Update


    The sound of Xiaoya''s father''s voice then came from the receiver, "Happy New Year, Xiaoyu! And remember, a new year means you need to study hard, alright?"


    Xiang then spoke, saying: "Compared to last year, this year I made four achievements. I got success in my studies, I got to eat great food, I got beer on the table in front of me, and I got someone with me in bed."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Angry, Gao Heng cruelly spat, "Sir, you''ll definitely become a pushover in the future."


    "Yeah. It''s too late now, and I don''t really want to go outside." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    After the two tapped their cans together, Xiang Yi, seeming like a drinking pro, downed all her beer in one go, then asked: "Xiaoya, what''s your hopes for this new year?"


    My goddess gave me the knowledge of skin care, as well as explaining the concept of Pareto''s Law, where input and output are often unbalanced. From what I understood, just applying a skin cream would take care of 80% of my skin care routine!


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    In no time at all, the new year had almost arrived.


    Just then, a knock came from outside the door. Lu Xiaobbei went to open it, and afterwards returned, whispering to Xiaoya, "Xiang Yi and Yichen got some snacks, let''s go hang out in their room."


    Xiaoya: "But we don''t have any lighters! Should we go borrow one?"


    Xiang then spoke, saying: "Compared to last year, this year I made four achievements. I got success in my studies, I got to eat great food, I got beer on the table in front of me, and I got someone with me in bed."


    Mo Yichen: "We don''t need to, Xiang Yi smokes."


    Xiaoya answered the call, happily replying, "Happy New Year, Mom. Is dad right next to you? Then wish him a Happy New Year from me too!"


    "Jeez, Xiaoya, you''re such a fangirl." Xiang Yi, unable to stand it any longer, chided.


    Xiaoya didn''t have any idea what she was talking about, but the other girl then changed the topic, now sayingtoXiaoya, "Xiaoya, Yichen toasted with the Captain, so now I''ll toast with you."


    Just then, a knock came from outside the door. Lu Xiaobbei went to open it, and afterwards returned, whispering to Xiaoya, "Xiang Yi and Yichen got some snacks, let''s go hang out in their room."


    Within the small town, the fireworks released the fireworks released weren''t that grand, the bangs and pops of firecrackers, both large and small, rose and fell¡ªsounded every now and again¡ªbefore the night had even fell.


    Xiang Yi: "I used to smoke, but I already quit!"


    "I never make wishes."


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    Under the dark skies, beside that burning spark, the brightness of that young girl''s face was hard to conceive.


    ¡×***¡«


    XiangYi kicked off her shoes, moving to sit cross legged on the bed, before hugging Mo Yichen by the waist, saying, "Clever people can see through it, but those unenlightened who don''t know anything won''t get it unless it''s said to them clearly."


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    "Oh, okay." Xiaoya didn''t think anything of this, because her grandparents and their neighbours were also friends, and usually looked out for one another. So afterwards she added, "Don''t let them play mahjong until it''s too late, okay?"


    Keeping it hidden is much better. You guys don''t get how good the goddess s, at all. She may look unapproachable on the outside, but she''s really super gentle and kind.


    Xiang Yi: "I''m just holding onto it in case there''s a need comes up in the future."


    Xiang Yi: "I''m just holding onto it in case there''s a need comes up in the future."


    Xiaoya''s mother hesitated for a while, then replied, "We... we went over to my mother''s house."


    "No way!" Xiaoya then rolled her eyes, adding, "Well, that''s not true, my dad actually said so before. There''s no way I should believe him, right?"


    Xiaoya''s gaze fell on Mo Yichen, with he chiming in, "I feel the same way too!"


    Mo Yichen: "In case you have a sudden need to smoke, you mean, right?


    Xiaoya: "We''re just watching the Spring Festival Gala."


    "I know, sweetheart. Anyway, what are you guys up to over there right now?"


    After the sparkler burnt out, only bits of ash had remained. It''s beauty only lasting for a short duration of time, yet its splendour would stay imprinted in one''s memory.


    Lu Xiaobei ignored their bickering, picking up the lighter from the table before taking Xiaoya out to the balcony.


    Third Update


    Under the night sky, a sparkler drew out a circle, it then drew a heart, and again drew out Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You should."


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes, very nice."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes, very nice."


    Anyways... a little while ago I was scrolling through the school''s forum and picked out some of the other comments from people curious about our goddess to see how she appears in their eyes and share them with you.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Lu Xiaobei: "You should."


    It had been many years since Xiaoya had played with sparklers, and while doing so she had an great amount of fun, "Captain, did I drawing of your name look nice?"


    Poster A:


    Xiang then spoke, saying: "Compared to last year, this year I made four achievements. I got success in my studies, I got to eat great food, I got beer on the table in front of me, and I got someone with me in bed."


    To which her mother replied: "I''m sorry, sweetheart, but Uncle and Aunty Qi who live upstairs have all their kids and grand kids living overseas, so after your grandma and grandpa ate, they went upstairs to keep them company by playing mahjong."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes, very nice."


    Xiaoya: "But we don''t have any lighters! Should we go borrow one?"


    Under the dark skies, beside that burning spark, the brightness of that young girl''s face was hard to conceive.


    My goddess gave me the knowledge of skin care, as well as explaining the concept of Pareto''s Law, where input and output are often unbalanced. From what I understood, just applying a skin cream would take care of 80% of my skin care routine!


    "She didn''t allow it, but it was said for Miss Xu to hear, so don''t let that slip tomorrow, okay? Everyone only got a can of beer and a pack of sparklers each, and there''s no more to get." Xiang Yi was the one to respond this time.


    "No way!" Xiaoya then rolled her eyes, adding, "Well, that''s not true, my dad actually said so before. There''s no way I should believe him, right?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Has anyone ever told you, the actual foundation of your facial features are very good-looking?"


    Her words making Mo Yichen say impolitely, "People who quit smoking don''t keep carrying around a lighter with them."


    My goddess even said that my rounded up understanding of the concept wasn''t too shabby either. ~(¨R¨Œ¨Q)/~


    Mo Yichen: "We don''t need to, Xiang Yi smokes."


    Third Update


    The sound of Xiaoya''s father''s voice then came from the receiver, "Happy New Year, Xiaoyu! And remember, a new year means you need to study hard, alright?"


    Mo Yichen divided the sparklers into four, then asked, "Are we going to hang out on the balcony?"


    "I know, sweetheart. Anyway, what are you guys up to over there right now?"


    "No way!" Xiaoya then rolled her eyes, adding, "Well, that''s not true, my dad actually said so before. There''s no way I should believe him, right?"


    Xiang Yi: "I used to smoke, but I already quit!"


    After the two tapped their cans together, Xiang Yi, seeming like a drinking pro, downed all her beer in one go, then asked: "Xiaoya, what''s your hopes for this new year?"


    N/A


    Mo Yihen tapped her finger against the ring on her own can, her face covered with a flush of light pink on account of the beer she had drunk so far, giving her a look more lovely than the blossoms of spring, as she then went on to say, "For the past year, I''m really happy I got to know you guys. Even though it''s hasn''t been that long since we''ve been together, every da we had so far made me feel really happy."


    Covering the receiver, Xiaoya motioned to Lu Xiaobei she should go first, and after ending the call she would leave as well.


    After the sparkler burnt out, only bits of ash had remained. It''s beauty only lasting for a short duration of time, yet its splendour would stay imprinted in one''s memory.


    Xiang Yi: "I''m just holding onto it in case there''s a need comes up in the future."


    Lu Xiaobei: "You should."


    "Do you know why I don''t make wishes?" Lu Xiaobei, then continued, "It because if there''s something I want, I will make it my goal, and do everything in my power to achieve it. Wishes require you to earnestly pray to god, but I don''t believe in any god, I only believe in myself."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Today, when I went to the student council to apply for my student ID, I saw the student council president!!!! It was the first time I ever saw her, you know!!! And when she asked me for my name, I... I totally forgot it [cries] All I could remember where those eyes of hers just being so freaking breathtaking (omitting the one thousand words to describe the goddess'' beauty right here)


    Under the dark skies, beside that burning spark, the brightness of that young girl''s face was hard to conceive.


    In Xiaoya''s high school, the best students were placed in the advanced placement (AP) classes, while most were in the honours class, and less were in the parallel (ordinary) classes. The students in these parallel classes were basically regarded as animals raring for their release. So if the she had the opportunity, Xiaoya would also like to take a shot at those exams.


    As a schoolmate of our goddess, you guys definitely know who I''m talking about here, the thing that gives me the utmost of pleasure is recording the daily life of our goddess. So today during the music class on the first floor of building no. 2, there was a little orange at lingering around outside the window during break. A lot of the girls had opened the window and tried every which way and how to coax the little thing to come inside, but all their efforts had failed. Then the goddess entered the classroom, and with just one look at that orange kitten, the indifferent little thing nimbly jumped into the classroom, then laid itself at the goddess'' feet and meowed. I know, right? This world truly does operate on looks [cries]. Afterwards, the goddess even picked up the little orange cat, holding it in her arms while scratching its chin! I swear, when they saw this, half the class stared at that little kitten with green in their eyes, and most of them seemed like they wanted to swap places with it!


    "Do you know why I don''t make wishes?" Lu Xiaobei, then continued, "It because if there''s something I want, I will make it my goal, and do everything in my power to achieve it. Wishes require you to earnestly pray to god, but I don''t believe in any god, I only believe in myself."


    Haha... Everyone''s guesses were all really imaginative, but nobody guessed it right. So I''m just going to tell you guys straight away, the gift was... Dabao!


    Lu Xiaobei ignored their bickering, picking up the lighter from the table before taking Xiaoya out to the balcony.


    In no time at all, the new year had almost arrived.


    There was nothing to do for entertainment in that town, so apart from the night''s feast, a few students borrowed a few packs of playing cards from the building''s owner, while the others stayed up to watch the Spring Festival Gala on the TV.


    But for Xiaoya, the expectation for this coming New Year''s had a reason behind it that was much different than she had n the years prior. It had nothing to do with collecting red envelopes, nor was it due to her not having to do any papers. This year''s reason for Xiaoya''s anticipation, was all about the feast that would be made on the night of New Year''s Eve.

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    "Answer me, did you finish the question or not?" Lu Xiaobei held a book in her left hand, while her head was propped up using her right, sitting contentedly on one side of the table as she asked the squirming Xiaoya seated at the other end.


    "Yeah, but not really." Seeing the shock in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei explained: "The winter camp was also hosted in this area last year, but we didn''t stay in the same building we are on now, we were put up in a place in a town a bit further away. That town was even smaller than this one, so they didn''t have a fair. Which was why we had come over to this one back then."


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    Seeming to know what Xiaoya was thinking, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Do you want to go ride the Ferris wheel?"


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    ?¡ó?


    "You''re the one who asked me to teach you how to solve it." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Yet now that I''m with you, you can''t seem to concentrate properly."


    "Answer me, did you finish the question or not?" Lu Xiaobei held a book in her left hand, while her head was propped up using her right, sitting contentedly on one side of the table as she asked the squirming Xiaoya seated at the other end.


    "It''s just... It''s just that when we do it together, you don''t do anything but concentrate on looking at me." Xiaoya said in her defence before adding in a whisper, "If you look at me like that, how am I supposed to stay calm?"


    Seeming to know what Xiaoya was thinking, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Do you want to go ride the Ferris wheel?"


    "Captain, can I borrow your phone? I want to take a picture." Xiaoya asked the girl beside her.


    "Answer me, did you finish the question or not?" Lu Xiaobei held a book in her left hand, while her head was propped up using her right, sitting contentedly on one side of the table as she asked the squirming Xiaoya seated at the other end.


    Lu Xiaobei: "What did you just say?"


    "Today is the last day, and even I want to go and sleep to." Xiaoya then continued, "But Yichen doesn''t seem like the type to laze around during the daytime, though."


    "But... we''re too big." Xiaoya replied.


    Xiang Yi then chimed in, "If Captain does that, she''ll be a three Michelin star chef at the very least, though... if that does happen, it''ll only be possible for me to eat your cooking once a month."


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Didn''t you want me to take the teacher-training exams earlier?"


    "Nothing! Nothing." Xiaoya then began working on two questions, and while doing so was unable to stop herself from asking the girl beside her, "Captain, why didn''t you go to the Academic Olympiads this year?"


    Seeing the little radish heads lined up in front as well as behind her, Xiaoya felt a bit embarrassed. But the thing was, after she had graduated elementary school, her parents had never taken her to an amusement park again. So when she first laid eyes on that little Ferris wheel in the distance, Xiaoya just felt a little excited.


    "Because I don''t need to." Lu Xiaobei replied simply, then added, "My mother said that as long as my College Entrance Exams go smoothly, I can just attend university here, in the country. But if things don''t go well, I''ll just have to go over there."


    Xiaoya felt something touch her heart when she heard this, and a flush emerged on her face. It was because of her, because of her that Captain cared for her like this. She really was someone too blessed to see their blessings.


    Seeing the little radish heads lined up in front as well as behind her, Xiaoya felt a bit embarrassed. But the thing was, after she had graduated elementary school, her parents had never taken her to an amusement park again. So when she first laid eyes on that little Ferris wheel in the distance, Xiaoya just felt a little excited.


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Xiaoya lifted her head to look at her, caution in her tone as she asked, "So um... where is your mother right now?"


    "Really? I''ve never been to a fair before." Xiaoya said then asked, "But will Miss Xu agree?"


    "Really? I''ve never been to a fair before." Xiaoya said then asked, "But will Miss Xu agree?"


    The Ferris wheel had stopped halfway in the air, and had yet to have reached its highest point. So while it stopped, Xiaoya decided to take a bite of her cotton candy, but right at that moment, the ride suddenly started rising again, along with the swaying. Compared to before, the swaying now was much more violent, and so caused a piece of the cotton candy to stick on Xiaoya''s cheek.


    Xiaoya: ...


    Xiang Yi then chimed in, "If Captain does that, she''ll be a three Michelin star chef at the very least, though... if that does happen, it''ll only be possible for me to eat your cooking once a month."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Holland."


    "No. I want to take a pic of the view." Xiaoya replied, then took a few pictures of the street below before sticking the phone in her pocket in case she also wanted to take more pictures later.


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    "It''s just... It''s just that when we do it together, you don''t do anything but concentrate on looking at me." Xiaoya said in her defence before adding in a whisper, "If you look at me like that, how am I supposed to stay calm?"


    Xiaoya''s pen stopped when those words met her ears, her then turning to look at Lu Xiaobei, her expression wooden.


    Xiaoya lifted her head to look at her, caution in her tone as she asked, "So um... where is your mother right now?"


    "That''s so far away." Xiaoya let out a sigh, then continued, "So are you going to go over there, Captain? Are we ever going to see each other again?"


    Xiaoya nodded, understanding, then soon came to notce something that was built behind a big tree. The sight made her tug Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve as she went on to ask, "Captain, they also have a Ferris wheel? Wait, is that really a Ferris wheel?"


    In Xiaoya''s bowl there were only two pieces of beef, however, two pieces Lu Xiaobei had chosen just for her under the name of what the older girl beautifully described as "balanced nutrition". Because of this, Xiaoya, as if she were young maiden born of nobility in ancient times, carefully and slowly chewed every bite to the point where not even a drop of the sauce was allowed to go to waste. "Captain, with your cooking skills, if you don''t open up a restaurant it will be a loss to the Chinese people as a whole."


    Lu Xiaobei helped her pick up some of the bowls, the gave the other girl a word of advice, "It''d be better for you two to go to bed early tonight. The sound proofing in the building is not that good." Hearing this, Xiang Yi''s movement froze, with no words leaving her.


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    The Ferris wheel had stopped halfway in the air, and had yet to have reached its highest point. So while it stopped, Xiaoya decided to take a bite of her cotton candy, but right at that moment, the ride suddenly started rising again, along with the swaying. Compared to before, the swaying now was much more violent, and so caused a piece of the cotton candy to stick on Xiaoya''s cheek.


    "I already asked her." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "We''ll go there on our own, but since Mr. Qi and the others went their earlier to buy some things at the fair, we''ll be coming back with them in the evening."


    "Yeah, but not really." Seeing the shock in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei explained: "The winter camp was also hosted in this area last year, but we didn''t stay in the same building we are on now, we were put up in a place in a town a bit further away. That town was even smaller than this one, so they didn''t have a fair. Which was why we had come over to this one back then."


    Xiaoya shook her head, replying, "No. Captain is nothing like me, so it''s a guarantee your future will be one way more important compared to someone like me." Besides, there''s no way Captain will stay just because I told her to do so.


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    "You should worry more about yourself. Instead of saying your understanding of the key concepts and terms is mixed up, it''s better to say that you just don''t have the fundamental formulas and etcetera memorised." Lu Xiaobei reopened the book as she continued, "Last time you said you wanted to join the science classes when the classes are divided, right? I think you should let that idea go."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    Lu Xiaobei helped her pick up some of the bowls, the gave the other girl a word of advice, "It''d be better for you two to go to bed early tonight. The sound proofing in the building is not that good." Hearing this, Xiang Yi''s movement froze, with no words leaving her.


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Feeling a bit driven pushed to the edge, Xiaoya replied, "Captain, recently, you''ve been reminding a lot of my mom."


    "Captain, can I borrow your phone? I want to take a picture." Xiaoya asked the girl beside her.


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    "I already asked her." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "We''ll go there on our own, but since Mr. Qi and the others went their earlier to buy some things at the fair, we''ll be coming back with them in the evening."


    "It''s our turn now." Xiaoya paid her money first and entered the Ferris wheel cabin. The cabin was indeed a small one, and even though two adults could fit, if both their knees opened properly they would end up touching for sure.


    Xiaoya shook her head, replying, "No. Captain is nothing like me, so it''s a guarantee your future will be one way more important compared to someone like me." Besides, there''s no way Captain will stay just because I told her to do so.


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    Lu Xiaobei''s glance swept to the ungrateful little girl beside her, saying, "Well, the only reason I care this much is because it''s you, understand?"


    Upon hearing, Lu Xiaobei pulled out her phone and handed to her, asking, "Do you want to take a selfie?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    3 Michelin stars is the highest award any restaurant can receive. Even getting one is a feat. Categorisation is as follows:- 1 Star: A very good restaurant in its category || 2 Stars: Excellent cooking, worth a detour || 3 Stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey. The chefs in charge of these places can earn these honours for each establishment under their helm, but the max for each is always three. [] ÌÇÈË: t¨¢ng r¨¦n. It''s a candy on a stick made from sugar that''s formed into various shapes. Click here for pic.[]anasiana: I got a face full of spit from my sick niece and the obvious happened, so updates will be slow from this end too for a bit.


    "Answer me, did you finish the question or not?" Lu Xiaobei held a book in her left hand, while her head was propped up using her right, sitting contentedly on one side of the table as she asked the squirming Xiaoya seated at the other end.


    ?¡ó?


    "Today is the last day, and even I want to go and sleep to." Xiaoya then continued, "But Yichen doesn''t seem like the type to laze around during the daytime, though."


    Lunchtime.


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    When she heard this, Xiaoya''s face grew a bit hot. Never in her life had anyone ever said to her she could become someone outstanding.


    Lunchtime.


    Xiaoya''s gaze landed on the mini merry-go-round erected on the roadside, seeing all sorts of ponies on it, before saying regretfully, "Too bad it''s only for little kids."


    When she heard this, Xiaoya''s face grew a bit hot. Never in her life had anyone ever said to her she could become someone outstanding.


    While packing up some food, Xiang Yi replied: "Nope. I''m going to go back and keep Yichen company."


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    The self-study period flew by quickly after this exchange. Xiaoya completed the questions she could solve, while placing the ones she couldn''t work out over on Lu Xiaobei''s table, where Lu Xiaobei, taking no more than a couple looks, then used her finger to point to the picture while explaining it to her.


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    Xiaoya: "Captain, you explain it a lot better than the teachers at school. It''s a pity you won''t take the teacher-training exams and allow a multitude of students to benefit from it."


    Xiang Yi then chimed in, "If Captain does that, she''ll be a three Michelin star chef at the very least, though... if that does happen, it''ll only be possible for me to eat your cooking once a month."


    "Nothing! Nothing." Xiaoya then began working on two questions, and while doing so was unable to stop herself from asking the girl beside her, "Captain, why didn''t you go to the Academic Olympiads this year?"


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei: "That''s because you don''t pay attention to the teachers at school. Someone not even in the fiftieth percentile, shouldn''t be leveraging complaints against a teacher''s teaching methods."


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt a bit frightened, but on the outside she acted indifferently while saying, "It probably won''t."


    Feeling a bit driven pushed to the edge, Xiaoya replied, "Captain, recently, you''ve been reminding a lot of my mom."


    Lu Xiaobei: "That''s because you don''t pay attention to the teachers at school. Someone not even in the fiftieth percentile, shouldn''t be leveraging complaints against a teacher''s teaching methods."


    While halfway up in the air, another cabin of the Ferris wheel began swaying.


    "You''re the one who asked me to teach you how to solve it." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Yet now that I''m with you, you can''t seem to concentrate properly."


    However, Lu Xiaobei smply grabbed her hand, pulling her towards the line for the Ferris wheel, then said, "There''s room, we''ll fit. If you want to go, just go."


    Xiaoya''s pen stopped when those words met her ears, her then turning to look at Lu Xiaobei, her expression wooden.


    "Captain, can I borrow your phone? I want to take a picture." Xiaoya asked the girl beside her.


    "What''s wrong?" Lu Xiaobei asked her.


    All of this happening while Xiaoya devoted her heart and soul into devouring the stir-fried shredded potato in front of her.


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    Xiaoya: "Captain, you explain it a lot better than the teachers at school. It''s a pity you won''t take the teacher-training exams and allow a multitude of students to benefit from it."


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    Counting the little heads still in front of them, Lu Xiaobei then told her, "After one more go-around, it''ll be our turn next."


    Feeling a bit driven pushed to the edge, Xiaoya replied, "Captain, recently, you''ve been reminding a lot of my mom."


    Lu Xiaobei: "It is a Ferris wheel. Every year, when it''s time for a fair, they put up a simple Ferris wheel and merry-go-round here."


    On one side of the street there was an old camphor tree. That tree had a yellowish-brown trunk and yellowish-green leaves which had no intention of falling until the weather grows warmer. So currently that tree was so lush it completely obstructed the scenery that wasn''t to far way. And behind that old tree, was a small Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel was so tiny, it only had four cabins which could each seat four people at the very most. Plus, when the people inside those cabins pushed their feet down hard, it swayed so much it looked as though it was about to topple over.


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    Lu Xiaobei''s glance swept to the ungrateful little girl beside her, saying, "Well, the only reason I care this much is because it''s you, understand?"


    Xiaoya: "That''s awesome! Xiang Yi, are you going to come with us too?"


    Xiang Yi laughed at Xiaoya''s comment, replying in turn, "It''s probably because she was kept up a bit too late last night."


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    The Ferris wheel had stopped halfway in the air, and had yet to have reached its highest point. So while it stopped, Xiaoya decided to take a bite of her cotton candy, but right at that moment, the ride suddenly started rising again, along with the swaying. Compared to before, the swaying now was much more violent, and so caused a piece of the cotton candy to stick on Xiaoya''s cheek.


    Xiaoya felt something touch her heart when she heard this, and a flush emerged on her face. It was because of her, because of her that Captain cared for her like this. She really was someone too blessed to see their blessings.


    "But... we''re too big." Xiaoya replied.


    Lu Xiaobei: "That''s because you don''t pay attention to the teachers at school. Someone not even in the fiftieth percentile, shouldn''t be leveraging complaints against a teacher''s teaching methods."


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    Lunchtime.


    On one side of the street there was an old camphor tree. That tree had a yellowish-brown trunk and yellowish-green leaves which had no intention of falling until the weather grows warmer. So currently that tree was so lush it completely obstructed the scenery that wasn''t to far way. And behind that old tree, was a small Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel was so tiny, it only had four cabins which could each seat four people at the very most. Plus, when the people inside those cabins pushed their feet down hard, it swayed so much it looked as though it was about to topple over.


    Lunchtime.


    "But... we''re too big." Xiaoya replied.


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    Xiaoya''s gaze landed on the mini merry-go-round erected on the roadside, seeing all sorts of ponies on it, before saying regretfully, "Too bad it''s only for little kids."


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    All of this happening while Xiaoya devoted her heart and soul into devouring the stir-fried shredded potato in front of her.


    "You''re the one who asked me to teach you how to solve it." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Yet now that I''m with you, you can''t seem to concentrate properly."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Holland."


    In Xiaoya''s bowl there were only two pieces of beef, however, two pieces Lu Xiaobei had chosen just for her under the name of what the older girl beautifully described as "balanced nutrition". Because of this, Xiaoya, as if she were young maiden born of nobility in ancient times, carefully and slowly chewed every bite to the point where not even a drop of the sauce was allowed to go to waste. "Captain, with your cooking skills, if you don''t open up a restaurant it will be a loss to the Chinese people as a whole."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt a bit frightened, but on the outside she acted indifferently while saying, "It probably won''t."


    "Captain, can I borrow your phone? I want to take a picture." Xiaoya asked the girl beside her.


    Xiaoya wanted to wipe it off, but because she held the cotton candy in one hand and grabbed onto the hand rail with the other, all she could do was look at Lu Xiaobei with tear-filled eyes.


    "Because I don''t need to." Lu Xiaobei replied simply, then added, "My mother said that as long as my College Entrance Exams go smoothly, I can just attend university here, in the country. But if things don''t go well, I''ll just have to go over there."


    "It''s our turn now." Xiaoya paid her money first and entered the Ferris wheel cabin. The cabin was indeed a small one, and even though two adults could fit, if both their knees opened properly they would end up touching for sure.


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Didn''t you want me to take the teacher-training exams earlier?"


    Lu Xiaobei was in the same predicament as her, and had no extra hands to help her. Plus, seeing Xiaoya like that elicited a "pfft" as she sputtered out a laugh.


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    In Xiaoya''s bowl there were only two pieces of beef, however, two pieces Lu Xiaobei had chosen just for her under the name of what the older girl beautifully described as "balanced nutrition". Because of this, Xiaoya, as if she were young maiden born of nobility in ancient times, carefully and slowly chewed every bite to the point where not even a drop of the sauce was allowed to go to waste. "Captain, with your cooking skills, if you don''t open up a restaurant it will be a loss to the Chinese people as a whole."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    "I already asked her." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "We''ll go there on our own, but since Mr. Qi and the others went their earlier to buy some things at the fair, we''ll be coming back with them in the evening."


    For a while, Xiaoya was seriously torn. But inevitably, she was defeated by the beautiful meal laid out before her thus resulting in her declaring: "I want Captain to be a chef."


    "What''s wrong?" Lu Xiaobei asked her.


    "It''s just... It''s just that when we do it together, you don''t do anything but concentrate on looking at me." Xiaoya said in her defence before adding in a whisper, "If you look at me like that, how am I supposed to stay calm?"


    3 Michelin stars is the highest award any restaurant can receive. Even getting one is a feat. Categorisation is as follows:- 1 Star: A very good restaurant in its category || 2 Stars: Excellent cooking, worth a detour || 3 Stars: Exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey. The chefs in charge of these places can earn these honours for each establishment under their helm, but the max for each is always three. [] ÌÇÈË: t¨¢ng r¨¦n. It''s a candy on a stick made from sugar that''s formed into various shapes. Click here for pic.[]anasiana: I got a face full of spit from my sick niece and the obvious happened, so updates will be slow from this end too for a bit.


    Xiang Yi then chimed in, "If Captain does that, she''ll be a three Michelin star chef[1] at the very least, though... if that does happen, it''ll only be possible for me to eat your cooking once a month."


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    Xiaoya: ...


    "So I need to have money then, right? If so, then I guess I''ll only be able to afford eating there once a year." Saying this, Xiaoya continued, "Where''s Yichen, by the way? Why didn''t she come along?"


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    For a while, Xiaoya was seriously torn. But inevitably, she was defeated by the beautiful meal laid out before her thus resulting in her declaring: "I want Captain to be a chef."


    "Because I don''t need to." Lu Xiaobei replied simply, then added, "My mother said that as long as my College Entrance Exams go smoothly, I can just attend university here, in the country. But if things don''t go well, I''ll just have to go over there."


    Lunchtime.


    Lu Xiaobei''s glance swept to the ungrateful little girl beside her, saying, "Well, the only reason I care this much is because it''s you, understand?"


    "So I need to have money then, right? If so, then I guess I''ll only be able to afford eating there once a year." Saying this, Xiaoya continued, "Where''s Yichen, by the way? Why didn''t she come along?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    Lu Xiaobei helped her pick up some of the bowls, the gave the other girl a word of advice, "It''d be better for you two to go to bed early tonight. The sound proofing in the building is not that good." Hearing this, Xiang Yi''s movement froze, with no words leaving her.


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    While they were waiting, a peddler selling cotton came by. Xiaoya waved her hand and said she didn''t want any, while Lu Xiaobei still went ahead to buy one which was pink and another which was white. She then told Xiaoya, "I didn''t buy it for you. It must be really hard for them to come out and work on the third day of the new year when it''s so cold out."


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    "Today is the last day, and even I want to go and sleep to." Xiaoya then continued, "But Yichen doesn''t seem like the type to laze around during the daytime, though."


    Lu Xiaobei: "What did you just say?"


    Xiaoya''s pen stopped when those words met her ears, her then turning to look at Lu Xiaobei, her expression wooden.


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    While halfway up in the air, another cabin of the Ferris wheel began swaying.


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    Xiang Yi laughed at Xiaoya''s comment, replying in turn, "It''s probably because she was kept up a bit too late last night."


    "It''s just... It''s just that when we do it together, you don''t do anything but concentrate on looking at me." Xiaoya said in her defence before adding in a whisper, "If you look at me like that, how am I supposed to stay calm?"


    Xiaoya wanted to wipe it off, but because she held the cotton candy in one hand and grabbed onto the hand rail with the other, all she could do was look at Lu Xiaobei with tear-filled eyes.


    "You should worry more about yourself. Instead of saying your understanding of the key concepts and terms is mixed up, it''s better to say that you just don''t have the fundamental formulas and etcetera memorised." Lu Xiaobei reopened the book as she continued, "Last time you said you wanted to join the science classes when the classes are divided, right? I think you should let that idea go."


    Seeing the little radish heads lined up in front as well as behind her, Xiaoya felt a bit embarrassed. But the thing was, after she had graduated elementary school, her parents had never taken her to an amusement park again. So when she first laid eyes on that little Ferris wheel in the distance, Xiaoya just felt a little excited.


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    While they were waiting, a peddler selling cotton came by. Xiaoya waved her hand and said she didn''t want any, while Lu Xiaobei still went ahead to buy one which was pink and another which was white. She then told Xiaoya, "I didn''t buy it for you. It must be really hard for them to come out and work on the third day of the new year when it''s so cold out."


    Under the waning glow of the setting sun, the Ferris wheel at last reached its peak.


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    "Really? I''ve never been to a fair before." Xiaoya said then asked, "But will Miss Xu agree?"


    Xiaoya lifted her head to look at her, caution in her tone as she asked, "So um... where is your mother right now?"


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    On one side of the street there was an old camphor tree. That tree had a yellowish-brown trunk and yellowish-green leaves which had no intention of falling until the weather grows warmer. So currently that tree was so lush it completely obstructed the scenery that wasn''t to far way. And behind that old tree, was a small Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel was so tiny, it only had four cabins which could each seat four people at the very most. Plus, when the people inside those cabins pushed their feet down hard, it swayed so much it looked as though it was about to topple over.


    While they were waiting, a peddler selling cotton came by. Xiaoya waved her hand and said she didn''t want any, while Lu Xiaobei still went ahead to buy one which was pink and another which was white. She then told Xiaoya, "I didn''t buy it for you. It must be really hard for them to come out and work on the third day of the new year when it''s so cold out."


    "Answer me, did you finish the question or not?" Lu Xiaobei held a book in her left hand, while her head was propped up using her right, sitting contentedly on one side of the table as she asked the squirming Xiaoya seated at the other end.


    For a while, Xiaoya was seriously torn. But inevitably, she was defeated by the beautiful meal laid out before her thus resulting in her declaring: "I want Captain to be a chef."


    Xiaoya nodded, understanding, then soon came to notce something that was built behind a big tree. The sight made her tug Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve as she went on to ask, "Captain, they also have a Ferris wheel? Wait, is that really a Ferris wheel?"


    "I already asked her." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "We''ll go there on our own, but since Mr. Qi and the others went their earlier to buy some things at the fair, we''ll be coming back with them in the evening."


    "Because I don''t need to." Lu Xiaobei replied simply, then added, "My mother said that as long as my College Entrance Exams go smoothly, I can just attend university here, in the country. But if things don''t go well, I''ll just have to go over there."


    The Ferris wheel had stopped halfway in the air, and had yet to have reached its highest point. So while it stopped, Xiaoya decided to take a bite of her cotton candy, but right at that moment, the ride suddenly started rising again, along with the swaying. Compared to before, the swaying now was much more violent, and so caused a piece of the cotton candy to stick on Xiaoya''s cheek.


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    Lu Xiaobei was in the same predicament as her, and had no extra hands to help her. Plus, seeing Xiaoya like that elicited a "pfft" as she sputtered out a laugh.


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    "Yeah, but not really." Seeing the shock in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei explained: "The winter camp was also hosted in this area last year, but we didn''t stay in the same building we are on now, we were put up in a place in a town a bit further away. That town was even smaller than this one, so they didn''t have a fair. Which was why we had come over to this one back then."


    Xiaoya: "That''s awesome! Xiang Yi, are you going to come with us too?"


    For a while, Xiaoya was seriously torn. But inevitably, she was defeated by the beautiful meal laid out before her thus resulting in her declaring: "I want Captain to be a chef."


    While packing up some food, Xiang Yi replied: "Nope. I''m going to go back and keep Yichen company."


    "You''re the one who asked me to teach you how to solve it." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Yet now that I''m with you, you can''t seem to concentrate properly."


    Lu Xiaobei helped her pick up some of the bowls, the gave the other girl a word of advice, "It''d be better for you two to go to bed early tonight. The sound proofing in the building is not that good." Hearing this, Xiang Yi''s movement froze, with no words leaving her.


    First Update


    "Answer me, did you finish the question or not?" Lu Xiaobei held a book in her left hand, while her head was propped up using her right, sitting contentedly on one side of the table as she asked the squirming Xiaoya seated at the other end.


    "Wow..." Xiaoya walked down the street, looking at the streams of shops of any and every kind lining both sides of the roadway with her eyes draw wide. "They even have sugar figurines here! I never even saw those before outside of historical shows and movies. Captain, is this your first time at this fair too?"


    First Update


    "Really? I''ve never been to a fair before." Xiaoya said then asked, "But will Miss Xu agree?"


    All of this happening while Xiaoya devoted her heart and soul into devouring the stir-fried shredded potato in front of her.


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    "It''s just... It''s just that when we do it together, you don''t do anything but concentrate on looking at me." Xiaoya said in her defence before adding in a whisper, "If you look at me like that, how am I supposed to stay calm?"


    The Ferris wheel had stopped halfway in the air, and had yet to have reached its highest point. So while it stopped, Xiaoya decided to take a bite of her cotton candy, but right at that moment, the ride suddenly started rising again, along with the swaying. Compared to before, the swaying now was much more violent, and so caused a piece of the cotton candy to stick on Xiaoya''s cheek.


    Xiaoya lifted her head to look at her, caution in her tone as she asked, "So um... where is your mother right now?"


    For a while, Xiaoya was seriously torn. But inevitably, she was defeated by the beautiful meal laid out before her thus resulting in her declaring: "I want Captain to be a chef."


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    "Wow..." Xiaoya walked down the street, looking at the streams of shops of any and every kind lining both sides of the roadway with her eyes draw wide. "They even have sugar figurines here! I never even saw those before outside of historical shows and movies. Captain, is this your first time at this fair too?"


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    "Wow..." Xiaoya walked down the street, looking at the streams of shops of any and every kind lining both sides of the roadway with her eyes draw wide. "They even have sugar figurines[2] here! I never even saw those before outside of historical shows and movies. Captain, is this your first time at this fair too?"


    However, Lu Xiaobei smply grabbed her hand, pulling her towards the line for the Ferris wheel, then said, "There''s room, we''ll fit. If you want to go, just go."


    ?¡ó?


    For a while, Xiaoya was seriously torn. But inevitably, she was defeated by the beautiful meal laid out before her thus resulting in her declaring: "I want Captain to be a chef."


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    Lu Xiaobei: "That''s because you don''t pay attention to the teachers at school. Someone not even in the fiftieth percentile, shouldn''t be leveraging complaints against a teacher''s teaching methods."


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    Xiaoya''s pen stopped when those words met her ears, her then turning to look at Lu Xiaobei, her expression wooden.


    However, Lu Xiaobei smply grabbed her hand, pulling her towards the line for the Ferris wheel, then said, "There''s room, we''ll fit. If you want to go, just go."


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the hand rail, while the other held her own cotton candy as she asked, "Are you scared it''s going to fall?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "What did you just say?"


    "Today is the last day, and even I want to go and sleep to." Xiaoya then continued, "But Yichen doesn''t seem like the type to laze around during the daytime, though."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    "Yeah, but not really." Seeing the shock in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei explained: "The winter camp was also hosted in this area last year, but we didn''t stay in the same building we are on now, we were put up in a place in a town a bit further away. That town was even smaller than this one, so they didn''t have a fair. Which was why we had come over to this one back then."


    Counting the little heads still in front of them, Lu Xiaobei then told her, "After one more go-around, it''ll be our turn next."


    "Captain, can I borrow your phone? I want to take a picture." Xiaoya asked the girl beside her.


    All of this happening while Xiaoya devoted her heart and soul into devouring the stir-fried shredded potato in front of her.


    Xiaoya nodded, understanding, then soon came to notce something that was built behind a big tree. The sight made her tug Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve as she went on to ask, "Captain, they also have a Ferris wheel? Wait, is that really a Ferris wheel?"


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    On one side of the street there was an old camphor tree. That tree had a yellowish-brown trunk and yellowish-green leaves which had no intention of falling until the weather grows warmer. So currently that tree was so lush it completely obstructed the scenery that wasn''t to far way. And behind that old tree, was a small Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel was so tiny, it only had four cabins which could each seat four people at the very most. Plus, when the people inside those cabins pushed their feet down hard, it swayed so much it looked as though it was about to topple over.


    Xiaoya wanted to wipe it off, but because she held the cotton candy in one hand and grabbed onto the hand rail with the other, all she could do was look at Lu Xiaobei with tear-filled eyes.


    "What''s wrong?" Lu Xiaobei asked her.


    "But... we''re too big." Xiaoya replied.


    Lunchtime.


    Xiaoya lifted her head to look at her, caution in her tone as she asked, "So um... where is your mother right now?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "It is a Ferris wheel. Every year, when it''s time for a fair, they put up a simple Ferris wheel and merry-go-round here."


    "Nothing! Nothing." Xiaoya then began working on two questions, and while doing so was unable to stop herself from asking the girl beside her, "Captain, why didn''t you go to the Academic Olympiads this year?"


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    Under the waning glow of the setting sun, the Ferris wheel at last reached its peak.


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    Xiaoya''s gaze landed on the mini merry-go-round erected on the roadside, seeing all sorts of ponies on it, before saying regretfully, "Too bad it''s only for little kids."


    Under the waning glow of the setting sun, the Ferris wheel at last reached its peak.


    First Update


    Feeling a bit driven pushed to the edge, Xiaoya replied, "Captain, recently, you''ve been reminding a lot of my mom."


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    "What''s wrong?" Lu Xiaobei asked her.


    Seeming to know what Xiaoya was thinking, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Do you want to go ride the Ferris wheel?"


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    "It''s our turn now." Xiaoya paid her money first and entered the Ferris wheel cabin. The cabin was indeed a small one, and even though two adults could fit, if both their knees opened properly they would end up touching for sure.


    "That''s so far away." Xiaoya let out a sigh, then continued, "So are you going to go over there, Captain? Are we ever going to see each other again?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    "What''s wrong?" Lu Xiaobei asked her.


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    "It''s our turn now." Xiaoya paid her money first and entered the Ferris wheel cabin. The cabin was indeed a small one, and even though two adults could fit, if both their knees opened properly they would end up touching for sure.


    "But... we''re too big." Xiaoya replied.


    Upon hearing, Lu Xiaobei pulled out her phone and handed to her, asking, "Do you want to take a selfie?"


    Counting the little heads still in front of them, Lu Xiaobei then told her, "After one more go-around, it''ll be our turn next."


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    Xiaoya: "Captain, you explain it a lot better than the teachers at school. It''s a pity you won''t take the teacher-training exams and allow a multitude of students to benefit from it."


    Xiaoya: "That''s awesome! Xiang Yi, are you going to come with us too?"


    However, Lu Xiaobei smply grabbed her hand, pulling her towards the line for the Ferris wheel, then said, "There''s room, we''ll fit. If you want to go, just go."


    Unexpectedly, there was a smile carried in Lu Xiaobei''s eyes, its brightness and beauty incomparable to the crisp breeze and evening glow around them. Lu Xiaobei then leaned her body forward slightly, delivering a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, and took the piece of stuck cotton candy away.


    Lu Xiaobei was in the same predicament as her, and had no extra hands to help her. Plus, seeing Xiaoya like that elicited a "pfft" as she sputtered out a laugh.


    Xiaoya''s pen stopped when those words met her ears, her then turning to look at Lu Xiaobei, her expression wooden.


    First Update


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    Seeing the little radish heads lined up in front as well as behind her, Xiaoya felt a bit embarrassed. But the thing was, after she had graduated elementary school, her parents had never taken her to an amusement park again. So when she first laid eyes on that little Ferris wheel in the distance, Xiaoya just felt a little excited.


    "Wow..." Xiaoya walked down the street, looking at the streams of shops of any and every kind lining both sides of the roadway with her eyes draw wide. "They even have sugar figurines here! I never even saw those before outside of historical shows and movies. Captain, is this your first time at this fair too?"


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "But everyone''s situation isn''t the same, Xiaoya. Plus, if you choose to pursue Liberal Arts in university, you will be outstanding."


    "You''re the one who asked me to teach you how to solve it." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "Yet now that I''m with you, you can''t seem to concentrate properly."


    Xiaoya felt something touch her heart when she heard this, and a flush emerged on her face. It was because of her, because of her that Captain cared for her like this. She really was someone too blessed to see their blessings.


    Lu Xiaobei: "That''s because you don''t pay attention to the teachers at school. Someone not even in the fiftieth percentile, shouldn''t be leveraging complaints against a teacher''s teaching methods."


    Counting the little heads still in front of them, Lu Xiaobei then told her, "After one more go-around, it''ll be our turn next."


    On one side of the street there was an old camphor tree. That tree had a yellowish-brown trunk and yellowish-green leaves which had no intention of falling until the weather grows warmer. So currently that tree was so lush it completely obstructed the scenery that wasn''t to far way. And behind that old tree, was a small Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel was so tiny, it only had four cabins which could each seat four people at the very most. Plus, when the people inside those cabins pushed their feet down hard, it swayed so much it looked as though it was about to topple over.


    Counting the little heads still in front of them, Lu Xiaobei then told her, "After one more go-around, it''ll be our turn next."


    When she heard this, Xiaoya''s face grew a bit hot. Never in her life had anyone ever said to her she could become someone outstanding.


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    Xiaoya nodded, understanding, then soon came to notce something that was built behind a big tree. The sight made her tug Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve as she went on to ask, "Captain, they also have a Ferris wheel? Wait, is that really a Ferris wheel?"


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    The self-study period flew by quickly after this exchange. Xiaoya completed the questions she could solve, while placing the ones she couldn''t work out over on Lu Xiaobei''s table, where Lu Xiaobei, taking no more than a couple looks, then used her finger to point to the picture while explaining it to her.


    "I already asked her." Lu Xiaobei then continued, "We''ll go there on our own, but since Mr. Qi and the others went their earlier to buy some things at the fair, we''ll be coming back with them in the evening."


    Xiaoya lifted her head to look at her, caution in her tone as she asked, "So um... where is your mother right now?"


    "So I need to have money then, right? If so, then I guess I''ll only be able to afford eating there once a year." Saying this, Xiaoya continued, "Where''s Yichen, by the way? Why didn''t she come along?"


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    While they were waiting, a peddler selling cotton came by. Xiaoya waved her hand and said she didn''t want any, while Lu Xiaobei still went ahead to buy one which was pink and another which was white. She then told Xiaoya, "I didn''t buy it for you. It must be really hard for them to come out and work on the third day of the new year when it''s so cold out."


    Xiaoya shook her head, replying, "No. Captain is nothing like me, so it''s a guarantee your future will be one way more important compared to someone like me." Besides, there''s no way Captain will stay just because I told her to do so.


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    When she heard this, Xiaoya''s face grew a bit hot. Never in her life had anyone ever said to her she could become someone outstanding.


    "So I need to have money then, right? If so, then I guess I''ll only be able to afford eating there once a year." Saying this, Xiaoya continued, "Where''s Yichen, by the way? Why didn''t she come along?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Holland."


    Xiaoya took the pink cotton candy, the spun sugar instantly dissolving in her mouth, directly striking her heart with pure sweetness.


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    "It''s our turn now." Xiaoya paid her money first and entered the Ferris wheel cabin. The cabin was indeed a small one, and even though two adults could fit, if both their knees opened properly they would end up touching for sure.


    Xiaoya took the pink cotton candy, the spun sugar instantly dissolving in her mouth, directly striking her heart with pure sweetness.


    Under the waning glow of the setting sun, the Ferris wheel at last reached its peak.


    "That''s so far away." Xiaoya let out a sigh, then continued, "So are you going to go over there, Captain? Are we ever going to see each other again?"


    The Ferris wheel soon slowly began its ascent, beckoning faces filled of innocent smiles from the children, along with jovial shouts from the vendors and an outpouring of jubilation from the pedestrians below. It was not solely due to this increase in the distance between them that made it all seem unreal, but also because Xiaoya was looking down from such a high altitude that she felt it all the more.


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    Lu Xiaobei then told Xiaoya, "Don''t turn in yet. There''s a fair that''s held in the town on the third day of the new year, so I''ll take you there later on."


    "No. I want to take a pic of the view." Xiaoya replied, then took a few pictures of the street below before sticking the phone in her pocket in case she also wanted to take more pictures later.


    "Captain, can I borrow your phone? I want to take a picture." Xiaoya asked the girl beside her.


    Lu Xiaobei''s glance swept to the ungrateful little girl beside her, saying, "Well, the only reason I care this much is because it''s you, understand?"


    While halfway up in the air, another cabin of the Ferris wheel began swaying.


    Lu Xiaobei was in the same predicament as her, and had no extra hands to help her. Plus, seeing Xiaoya like that elicited a "pfft" as she sputtered out a laugh.


    On one side of the street there was an old camphor tree. That tree had a yellowish-brown trunk and yellowish-green leaves which had no intention of falling until the weather grows warmer. So currently that tree was so lush it completely obstructed the scenery that wasn''t to far way. And behind that old tree, was a small Ferris wheel. This Ferris wheel was so tiny, it only had four cabins which could each seat four people at the very most. Plus, when the people inside those cabins pushed their feet down hard, it swayed so much it looked as though it was about to topple over.


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    A tender piece of beef entered a mouth, the feel of the meat on their tongue light and smooth, the taste juicy and mellow, while the owner of that mouth, Xiang Yi, felt as though her eyes were about to shed tears, "The beef today is so good! Captain, I want to marry you!"


    "It''s just... It''s just that when we do it together, you don''t do anything but concentrate on looking at me." Xiaoya said in her defence before adding in a whisper, "If you look at me like that, how am I supposed to stay calm?"


    Upon hearing, Lu Xiaobei pulled out her phone and handed to her, asking, "Do you want to take a selfie?"


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    ?¡ó?


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    Xiaoya took the pink cotton candy, the spun sugar instantly dissolving in her mouth, directly striking her heart with pure sweetness.


    Xiaoya nodded, understanding, then soon came to notce something that was built behind a big tree. The sight made her tug Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve as she went on to ask, "Captain, they also have a Ferris wheel? Wait, is that really a Ferris wheel?"


    While packing up some food, Xiang Yi replied: "Nope. I''m going to go back and keep Yichen company."


    Upon hearing, Lu Xiaobei pulled out her phone and handed to her, asking, "Do you want to take a selfie?"


    "No. I want to take a pic of the view." Xiaoya replied, then took a few pictures of the street below before sticking the phone in her pocket in case she also wanted to take more pictures later.


    "You should worry more about yourself. Instead of saying your understanding of the key concepts and terms is mixed up, it''s better to say that you just don''t have the fundamental formulas and etcetera memorised." Lu Xiaobei reopened the book as she continued, "Last time you said you wanted to join the science classes when the classes are divided, right? I think you should let that idea go."


    Lu Xiaobei: "It is a Ferris wheel. Every year, when it''s time for a fair, they put up a simple Ferris wheel and merry-go-round here."


    "What''s wrong?" Lu Xiaobei asked her.


    While halfway up in the air, another cabin of the Ferris wheel began swaying.


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    Xiaoya nodded, understanding, then soon came to notce something that was built behind a big tree. The sight made her tug Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve as she went on to ask, "Captain, they also have a Ferris wheel? Wait, is that really a Ferris wheel?"


    ?¡ó?


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    While they were waiting, a peddler selling cotton came by. Xiaoya waved her hand and said she didn''t want any, while Lu Xiaobei still went ahead to buy one which was pink and another which was white. She then told Xiaoya, "I didn''t buy it for you. It must be really hard for them to come out and work on the third day of the new year when it''s so cold out."


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Xiaoya: "Captain, you explain it a lot better than the teachers at school. It''s a pity you won''t take the teacher-training exams and allow a multitude of students to benefit from it."


    "Well, I don''t really like doing science either, but it''s a good option to chose for getting into a university. It''s even great for getting a job after you graduate too." Xiaoya said in response.


    "Yeah, but not really." Seeing the shock in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei explained: "The winter camp was also hosted in this area last year, but we didn''t stay in the same building we are on now, we were put up in a place in a town a bit further away. That town was even smaller than this one, so they didn''t have a fair. Which was why we had come over to this one back then."


    While halfway up in the air, another cabin of the Ferris wheel began swaying.


    Seeming to know what Xiaoya was thinking, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Do you want to go ride the Ferris wheel?"


    "You should worry more about yourself. Instead of saying your understanding of the key concepts and terms is mixed up, it''s better to say that you just don''t have the fundamental formulas and etcetera memorised." Lu Xiaobei reopened the book as she continued, "Last time you said you wanted to join the science classes when the classes are divided, right? I think you should let that idea go."


    Under the waning glow of the setting sun, the Ferris wheel at last reached its peak.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the hand rail, while the other held her own cotton candy as she asked, "Are you scared it''s going to fall?"


    Xiang Yi laughed at Xiaoya''s comment, replying in turn, "It''s probably because she was kept up a bit too late last night."


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt a bit frightened, but on the outside she acted indifferently while saying, "It probably won''t."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt a bit frightened, but on the outside she acted indifferently while saying, "It probably won''t."


    This sight caused Xiaoya''s heart to grow a bit frantic, making her own body sway as well which resulted in their cabin to also feel like a little boat.


    Lu Xiaobei: "No, I came here last year."


    Xiaoya''s gaze landed on the mini merry-go-round erected on the roadside, seeing all sorts of ponies on it, before saying regretfully, "Too bad it''s only for little kids."


    When she heard this, Xiaoya''s face grew a bit hot. Never in her life had anyone ever said to her she could become someone outstanding.


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    The Ferris wheel had stopped halfway in the air, and had yet to have reached its highest point. So while it stopped, Xiaoya decided to take a bite of her cotton candy, but right at that moment, the ride suddenly started rising again, along with the swaying. Compared to before, the swaying now was much more violent, and so caused a piece of the cotton candy to stick on Xiaoya''s cheek.


    Feeling a bit driven pushed to the edge, Xiaoya replied, "Captain, recently, you''ve been reminding a lot of my mom."


    "No. I want to take a pic of the view." Xiaoya replied, then took a few pictures of the street below before sticking the phone in her pocket in case she also wanted to take more pictures later.


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    Xiaoya wanted to wipe it off, but because she held the cotton candy in one hand and grabbed onto the hand rail with the other, all she could do was look at Lu Xiaobei with tear-filled eyes.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the hand rail, while the other held her own cotton candy as she asked, "Are you scared it''s going to fall?"


    Xiaoya: "Oh yeah... you came to the winter camp last year too. So you came here to this place where saying at last year as well, right?"


    "So I need to have money then, right? If so, then I guess I''ll only be able to afford eating there once a year." Saying this, Xiaoya continued, "Where''s Yichen, by the way? Why didn''t she come along?"


    Lu Xiaobei was in the same predicament as her, and had no extra hands to help her. Plus, seeing Xiaoya like that elicited a "pfft" as she sputtered out a laugh.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Didn''t you want me to take the teacher-training exams earlier?"


    Upon hearing, Lu Xiaobei pulled out her phone and handed to her, asking, "Do you want to take a selfie?"


    Closing the book in front of her, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Why? Do you want me to stay?"


    Under the waning glow of the setting sun, the Ferris wheel at last reached its peak.


    "That''s so far away." Xiaoya let out a sigh, then continued, "So are you going to go over there, Captain? Are we ever going to see each other again?"


    "Really? I''ve never been to a fair before." Xiaoya said then asked, "But will Miss Xu agree?"


    Xiaoya: "Uh... Um... I uh... started doing it just now."


    Lu Xiaobei: "What did you just say?"


    "No. I want to take a pic of the view." Xiaoya replied, then took a few pictures of the street below before sticking the phone in her pocket in case she also wanted to take more pictures later.


    "She''s taking a nap. Isn''t there only half day classes from the first day of the lunar month to the third? I''ll just pack some food to take back for her later." Xiang Yi replied.


    Lu Xiaobei: "It is a Ferris wheel. Every year, when it''s time for a fair, they put up a simple Ferris wheel and merry-go-round here."


    Unexpectedly, there was a smile carried in Lu Xiaobei''s eyes, its brightness and beauty incomparable to the crisp breeze and evening glow around them. Lu Xiaobei then leaned her body forward slightly, delivering a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, and took the piece of stuck cotton candy away.


    While packing up some food, Xiang Yi replied: "Nope. I''m going to go back and keep Yichen company."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt a bit frightened, but on the outside she acted indifferently while saying, "It probably won''t."


    Hearing those words, Xiaoya excitedly replied, "Okay! I can''t wait!"


    Seeing the little radish heads lined up in front as well as behind her, Xiaoya felt a bit embarrassed. But the thing was, after she had graduated elementary school, her parents had never taken her to an amusement park again. So when she first laid eyes on that little Ferris wheel in the distance, Xiaoya just felt a little excited.


    "It''s our turn now." Xiaoya paid her money first and entered the Ferris wheel cabin. The cabin was indeed a small one, and even though two adults could fit, if both their knees opened properly they would end up touching for sure.

 CH 13

    On her bed, Xiaoya sat alone silently.


    Xiaoya broke away from Lu Xiaobei, wanting to go find it, "I lost you phone."


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Under the lit street lights, Xiaoya''s head hung low, the blood drained from her face, while her gaze was transfixed on Lu Xiaobei''s hand, grabbing one last chance to say, "Maybe it fell out when we were on the Ferris wheel."


    So Xiaoya followed up by saying, "But how come I never heard anything?" Lu Xiaobei had lent Xiaoya her phone while they were on the Ferris wheel.


    Under the lit street lights, Xiaoya''s head hung low, the blood drained from her face, while her gaze was transfixed on Lu Xiaobei''s hand, grabbing one last chance to say, "Maybe it fell out when we were on the Ferris wheel."


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    Xiaoya gently pushed Lu Xiaobei away, and declared, "Captain will just buy a new one, while I repay you for the old one, so neither of those conflict."


    The things I like the most about my goddess is how different she is from other beautiful girls. She''s never lords herself above others, pretending to be good girl in front the teachers while acting like a female overlord with the other students. My goddess treats everyone fairly as they come. Never acting all high and mighty, nor does she act all bossy. There are times when she seems out of reach and a bit indifferent, but that''s just due to her personality.


    Xiaoya hurried stood up, then apologised nervously, "I''m really sorry." The passer-by in return let out a cold snort, but said nothing more before they simply turned and left.


    Right then, the owner of that gorgeous figure sold her looks while using a bewitching tone to say, "This money is only my allowance as well. So, Xiaoya, I really have no problem when it comes to buying another phone."


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and just so happened to catch sight of Mr. Qi and Gao Heng in the doorway of a small shop, with Gao Heng waving his arms while calling out to her.


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    If we''re talking in beauty terms, and the score is the ten point system like before, then... using my own built in filter to see myself in the best light, I''d give myself a score of three. I''m the type you couldn''t even find in a crowd to be honest; and if you did spot me, it would be because I''m ugly. In terms of character, I''m introverted and quiet when I''m in front of people I don''t know, but when I''m around people I am familiar with, I become a chatterbox.


    But my goddess told me that Miss Xu was actually a really good teacher, though, and was someone who cared about us a lot. Unlike the other teachers at our school, she guides her students, and when she meets with with other teachers more qualified than her or the principal, also becomes a yes-man. But when we do something wrong, so long as Mr. Qi is around, she would go confront him instead of taking our her resentment on us.


    Xiaoya gently pushed Lu Xiaobei away, and declared, "Captain will just buy a new one, while I repay you for the old one, so neither of those conflict."


    ?¡ó?


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.


    As if she had just woken up from a dream, Xiaoya replied, "Oh, nothing. I was just thinking about something."


    It stands to reason that the phone has been there in her pocket the entire time, so if it had no power and shut itself off, it was impossible for it to repeatedly hang up the call. Thinking this, Xiaoya reflexively touched her pocket...


    The things I like the most about my goddess is how different she is from other beautiful girls. She''s never lords herself above others, pretending to be good girl in front the teachers while acting like a female overlord with the other students. My goddess treats everyone fairly as they come. Never acting all high and mighty, nor does she act all bossy. There are times when she seems out of reach and a bit indifferent, but that''s just due to her personality.


    N/A


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    Thinking about this answer of hers, Xiaoya felt Lu Xiaobei''s words were quite reasonable, and so simply replied: "Alright."


    "That''s fine then." Lu Xiaobei now led Xiaoya by the hand before she continued, "So you don''t fall again."


    "Captain! Little Junior!"


    Seeing her like that, Lu Xiaobei made her way over, pulling Xiaoya head in her embrace, "It was no easy task getting you all moisturised, but you''ve been frowning so much wrinkles might start showing."


    It stands to reason that the phone has been there in her pocket the entire time, so if it had no power and shut itself off, it was impossible for it to repeatedly hang up the call. Thinking this, Xiaoya reflexively touched her pocket...


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of a respondent who''s a great beauty ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    So my goddess told me it''s not how a person treats their superiors or the the ones at the same level you should look at, but how they treat the ones below themselves.


    But my goddess told me that Miss Xu was actually a really good teacher, though, and was someone who cared about us a lot. Unlike the other teachers at our school, she guides her students, and when she meets with with other teachers more qualified than her or the principal, also becomes a yes-man. But when we do something wrong, so long as Mr. Qi is around, she would go confront him instead of taking our her resentment on us.


    So Xiaoya followed up by saying, "But how come I never heard anything?" Lu Xiaobei had lent Xiaoya her phone while they were on the Ferris wheel.


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    Ë®ÁéÁé: means moisturised, but also beautiful lively and energetic.[] iana: the chapters until 16 have no real title, the author just labels them based on the number of Updates they made that day.


    It''s obvious we kids are much easier to bully, yet she doesn''t go after us.


    After getting to know my goddess, I learned a lot of things. Not only about how to dress up, but also about how to get to know others as well as how t get along with them.


    It''s obvious we kids are much easier to bully, yet she doesn''t go after us.


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, replying, "No need. I was planning to get a new phone anyway." Her hand moving to gently smooth out the stray tuft of hair on Xiaoya''s head, while telling her, "The thief is the one who''s guilty, you didn''t do anything wrong. So why are you crying, huh?"


    Right then, the owner of that gorgeous figure sold her looks while using a bewitching tone to say, "This money is only my allowance as well. So, Xiaoya, I really have no problem when it comes to buying another phone."


    It''s obvious we kids are much easier to bully, yet she doesn''t go after us.


    So my goddess told me it''s not how a person treats their superiors or the the ones at the same level you should look at, but how they treat the ones below themselves.


    Noticing Xiaoya didn''t seem alright, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Hey, what''s wrong?"


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    Xiaoya heard this, but still replied, "Captain, I already know you don''t have any problems when it comes to money. Plus, I know my family has less money than you. But I will still insist on paying you back for the phone I lost. And if you don''t want the old one, I will compensate you for one that''s new."


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the people she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    Somewhere on her cheek, an ticklish feeling lingered, feeling as though a pair of lips still touched her there, like a blooming rose with a sliding droplet of dew. While in her heart, a winding road of roses, resplendent as much as they where fragrant took form, but this path was sadly also filled with thorns.


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    But my goddess told me that Miss Xu was actually a really good teacher, though, and was someone who cared about us a lot. Unlike the other teachers at our school, she guides her students, and when she meets with with other teachers more qualified than her or the principal, also becomes a yes-man. But when we do something wrong, so long as Mr. Qi is around, she would go confront him instead of taking our her resentment on us.


    Xiaoya broke away from Lu Xiaobei, wanting to go find it, "I lost you phone."


    Lu Xiaobei was unable to turn her eyes away from the girl before her, saying, "I''m the one who was careless. The guy you bumped into after we got off the Ferris wheel must''ve been a pickpocket."


    Thinking about this answer of hers, Xiaoya felt Lu Xiaobei''s words were quite reasonable, and so simply replied: "Alright."


    But, again, Lu Xiaobei only said, "Just let it go."


    After getting to know my goddess, I learned a lot of things. Not only about how to dress up, but also about how to get to know others as well as how t get along with them.


    Right then, the owner of that gorgeous figure sold her looks while using a bewitching tone to say, "This money is only my allowance as well. So, Xiaoya, I really have no problem when it comes to buying another phone."


    PS: There may be no way for some one like me to ever become a beauty, but being an outstanding person in the eyes of my goddess is pretty good too. One day, I do hope to be like one of those "beauties" and able to stand at my goddess'' side.


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    The things I like the most about my goddess is how different she is from other beautiful girls. She''s never lords herself above others, pretending to be good girl in front the teachers while acting like a female overlord with the other students. My goddess treats everyone fairly as they come. Never acting all high and mighty, nor does she act all bossy. There are times when she seems out of reach and a bit indifferent, but that''s just due to her personality.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei''s cool and calm demeanour, Xiaoya felt a sense of sudden enlightenment. She really was thinking too much a moment ago. That sort of intimacy is perfectly normal between girls.


    Confused, Lu Xiaobei took her by the hand, asking, "Is there something wrong?"


    Plus, while they were walking, Xiaoya didn''t see anything interesting, so she hadn''t taken any pictures either.


    This left Lu Xiaobei no other option than to compromise, "Then at least don''t tell your family about it when you call them today."


    Holding onto Lu Xiaobei''s hands pleadingly, Xiaoya still asked, "Let''s go back and look for it, please?"


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of a respondent who''s a great beauty ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and just so happened to catch sight of Mr. Qi and Gao Heng in the doorway of a small shop, with Gao Heng waving his arms while calling out to her.


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    "I don''t need the money, and having another phone will be pointless." Lu Xiaobei countered.


    But, again, Lu Xiaobei only said, "Just let it go."


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    But my goddess told me that Miss Xu was actually a really good teacher, though, and was someone who cared about us a lot. Unlike the other teachers at our school, she guides her students, and when she meets with with other teachers more qualified than her or the principal, also becomes a yes-man. But when we do something wrong, so long as Mr. Qi is around, she would go confront him instead of taking our her resentment on us.


    Xiaoya gently pushed Lu Xiaobei away, and declared, "Captain will just buy a new one, while I repay you for the old one, so neither of those conflict."


    On the bustling street, Xiaoya''s gaze fluttered about, the feel of her head heavy and that of her feet light. She wasn''t really looking at the road either so after taking a few steps she bumped into the person in front of her, causing them both to fall at the same time.


    Xiaoya hurried stood up, then apologised nervously, "I''m really sorry." The passer-by in return let out a cold snort, but said nothing more before they simply turned and left.


    But, again, Lu Xiaobei only said, "Just let it go."


    However, Xiaoya still remained unswayed, retorting, "It was because I didn''t take care of it well."


    Lu Xiaobei walked up to Xiaoya, helping her up, "You should probably watch where you''re walking, yeah?"


    All kinds of discounted clothes and knick-knacks were on sale at the fair apart from the massively popular delicacies on display. But Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei had no interest in these sort of things, so the two slowly kept on their way and soon made it to the end of the street.


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    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walked over to them, and Gao Heng began to speak: "I called you guys a bunch of times, you know? At first, it just hung up, but afterwards it was turned off. If the appointed time arrived I would''ve thought something happened to you guys."


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    However, Xiaoya still remained unswayed, retorting, "It was because I didn''t take care of it well."


    The things I like the most about my goddess is how different she is from other beautiful girls. She''s never lords herself above others, pretending to be good girl in front the teachers while acting like a female overlord with the other students. My goddess treats everyone fairly as they come. Never acting all high and mighty, nor does she act all bossy. There are times when she seems out of reach and a bit indifferent, but that''s just due to her personality.


    What''s it like being friends with a Goddess?


    Xiaoya hurried stood up, then apologised nervously, "I''m really sorry." The passer-by in return let out a cold snort, but said nothing more before they simply turned and left.


    ?¡ó?


    When Xiaoya had collided with that man from before, Lu Xiaobei did get a strange feeling. But, at the time, she was so absorbed with paying attention to Xiaoya that she never thought much of it. Only now did she realize that man had done so intentionally.


    When Xiaoya had collided with that man from before, Lu Xiaobei did get a strange feeling. But, at the time, she was so absorbed with paying attention to Xiaoya that she never thought much of it. Only now did she realize that man had done so intentionally.


    Seeing her like that, Lu Xiaobei made her way over, pulling Xiaoya head in her embrace, "It was no easy task getting you all moisturised, but you''ve been frowning so much wrinkles might start showing."


    On her bed, Xiaoya sat alone silently.


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    Confused, Lu Xiaobei took her by the hand, asking, "Is there something wrong?"


    After getting to know my goddess, I learned a lot of things. Not only about how to dress up, but also about how to get to know others as well as how t get along with them.


    As if she had just woken up from a dream, Xiaoya replied, "Oh, nothing. I was just thinking about something."


    The streets were crowded, people were jostling about by the masses, and the floor was littered with all kinds of wrapping paper ad discarded garbage. Xiaoya didn''t make her way that far off before being pulled to a stop by Lu Xiaobei, however, who then told her, "Just forget about it."


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and just so happened to catch sight of Mr. Qi and Gao Heng in the doorway of a small shop, with Gao Heng waving his arms while calling out to her.


    Holding onto Lu Xiaobei''s hands pleadingly, Xiaoya still asked, "Let''s go back and look for it, please?"


    "That''s fine then." Lu Xiaobei now led Xiaoya by the hand before she continued, "So you don''t fall again."


    So my goddess told me it''s not how a person treats their superiors or the the ones at the same level you should look at, but how they treat the ones below themselves.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei''s cool and calm demeanour, Xiaoya felt a sense of sudden enlightenment. She really was thinking too much a moment ago. That sort of intimacy is perfectly normal between girls.


    Lu Xiaobei was unable to turn her eyes away from the girl before her, saying, "I''m the one who was careless. The guy you bumped into after we got off the Ferris wheel must''ve been a pickpocket."


    After getting to know my goddess, I learned a lot of things. Not only about how to dress up, but also about how to get to know others as well as how t get along with them.


    Gao Heng replied, "Yep."


    The streets were crowded, people were jostling about by the masses, and the floor was littered with all kinds of wrapping paper ad discarded garbage. Xiaoya didn''t make her way that far off before being pulled to a stop by Lu Xiaobei, however, who then told her, "Just forget about it."


    "That''s fine then." Lu Xiaobei now led Xiaoya by the hand before she continued, "So you don''t fall again."


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    Thinking about this answer of hers, Xiaoya felt Lu Xiaobei''s words were quite reasonable, and so simply replied: "Alright."


    What''s more, Lu Xiaobei was someone who grew up overseas, and Xiaoya herself said she didn''t have many friends before, so there was never anyone who was so intimate with her either.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of a respondent who''s a great beauty ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Somewhere on her cheek, an ticklish feeling lingered, feeling as though a pair of lips still touched her there, like a blooming rose with a sliding droplet of dew. While in her heart, a winding road of roses, resplendent as much as they where fragrant took form, but this path was sadly also filled with thorns.


    What''s more, Lu Xiaobei was someone who grew up overseas, and Xiaoya herself said she didn''t have many friends before, so there was never anyone who was so intimate with her either.


    At the moment, Xiaoya relaxed with a sigh, no longer taking the earlier incident to heart.


    Gao Heng made his way beside her, asking, "Do you want to report it to the police?"


    All kinds of discounted clothes and knick-knacks were on sale at the fair apart from the massively popular delicacies on display. But Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei had no interest in these sort of things, so the two slowly kept on their way and soon made it to the end of the street.


    "Six." Xiaoya replied, but there was no shock in her reaction since the Captain would be a person with a lot of money.


    Somewhere on her cheek, an ticklish feeling lingered, feeling as though a pair of lips still touched her there, like a blooming rose with a sliding droplet of dew. While in her heart, a winding road of roses, resplendent as much as they where fragrant took form, but this path was sadly also filled with thorns.


    Lu Xiaobei walked up to Xiaoya, helping her up, "You should probably watch where you''re walking, yeah?"


    After getting to know my goddess, I learned a lot of things. Not only about how to dress up, but also about how to get to know others as well as how t get along with them.


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    "Captain! Little Junior!"


    Lu Xiaobei walked up to Xiaoya, helping her up, "You should probably watch where you''re walking, yeah?"


    ?¡ó?


    "Captain! Little Junior!"


    This left Lu Xiaobei no other option than to compromise, "Then at least don''t tell your family about it when you call them today."


    Xiaoya heard this, but still replied, "Captain, I already know you don''t have any problems when it comes to money. Plus, I know my family has less money than you. But I will still insist on paying you back for the phone I lost. And if you don''t want the old one, I will compensate you for one that''s new."


    The things I like the most about my goddess is how different she is from other beautiful girls. She''s never lords herself above others, pretending to be good girl in front the teachers while acting like a female overlord with the other students. My goddess treats everyone fairly as they come. Never acting all high and mighty, nor does she act all bossy. There are times when she seems out of reach and a bit indifferent, but that''s just due to her personality.


    Comforting Xiaoya in her arms, Lu Xiaobei followed Mr. Qi to the station to make a report. Despite it being the new year period, the officer at the station had a very pleasant attitude. But he did warn them, saying, "There''s a huge crowd of people moving about because of the fair, so even if the security cameras on the shops caught sight of the culprit, it doesn''t mean we''ll be able to catch him easily."


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and just so happened to catch sight of Mr. Qi and Gao Heng in the doorway of a small shop, with Gao Heng waving his arms while calling out to her.


    It''s obvious we kids are much easier to bully, yet she doesn''t go after us.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei''s cool and calm demeanour, Xiaoya felt a sense of sudden enlightenment. She really was thinking too much a moment ago. That sort of intimacy is perfectly normal between girls.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei''s cool and calm demeanour, Xiaoya felt a sense of sudden enlightenment. She really was thinking too much a moment ago. That sort of intimacy is perfectly normal between girls.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walked over to them, and Gao Heng began to speak: "I called you guys a bunch of times, you know? At first, it just hung up, but afterwards it was turned off. If the appointed time arrived I would''ve thought something happened to you guys."


    Lu Xiaobei knew whatever Xiaoya said she would go do without a second thought, so she stopped the other girl in advance, "You can tell them after you head back home, why give them something to worry over when the Spring Festival is still going on? Besides, if it''s found in the next few days, you can avoid getting scolded for no reason."


    "You called Captain''s phone?" Xiaoya got the feeling something was wrong, "But the call got hung up."


    It stands to reason that the phone has been there in her pocket the entire time, so if it had no power and shut itself off, it was impossible for it to repeatedly hang up the call. Thinking this, Xiaoya reflexively touched her pocket...


    ?¡ó?


    Noticing Xiaoya didn''t seem alright, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Hey, what''s wrong?"


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.


    Xiaoya hurried stood up, then apologised nervously, "I''m really sorry." The passer-by in return let out a cold snort, but said nothing more before they simply turned and left.


    Gao Heng replied, "Yep."


    Lu Xiaobei propped herself up using the bed, her dark blue jeans outlining a pair of straight long legs, and rounded hips, while her flexible body leaned over, and her beautiful curvature of her bust loomed near.


    So Xiaoya followed up by saying, "But how come I never heard anything?" Lu Xiaobei had lent Xiaoya her phone while they were on the Ferris wheel.


    But, again, Lu Xiaobei only said, "Just let it go."


    Plus, while they were walking, Xiaoya didn''t see anything interesting, so she hadn''t taken any pictures either.


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    It stands to reason that the phone has been there in her pocket the entire time, so if it had no power and shut itself off, it was impossible for it to repeatedly hang up the call. Thinking this, Xiaoya reflexively touched her pocket...


    This left Lu Xiaobei no other option than to compromise, "Then at least don''t tell your family about it when you call them today."


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    But my goddess told me that Miss Xu was actually a really good teacher, though, and was someone who cared about us a lot. Unlike the other teachers at our school, she guides her students, and when she meets with with other teachers more qualified than her or the principal, also becomes a yes-man. But when we do something wrong, so long as Mr. Qi is around, she would go confront him instead of taking our her resentment on us.


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    Gao Heng replied, "Yep."


    Noticing Xiaoya didn''t seem alright, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Hey, what''s wrong?"


    Comforting Xiaoya in her arms, Lu Xiaobei followed Mr. Qi to the station to make a report. Despite it being the new year period, the officer at the station had a very pleasant attitude. But he did warn them, saying, "There''s a huge crowd of people moving about because of the fair, so even if the security cameras on the shops caught sight of the culprit, it doesn''t mean we''ll be able to catch him easily."


    Seeing her like that, Lu Xiaobei made her way over, pulling Xiaoya head in her embrace, "It was no easy task getting you all moisturised, but you''ve been frowning so much wrinkles might start showing."


    At the moment, Xiaoya relaxed with a sigh, no longer taking the earlier incident to heart.


    On the bustling street, Xiaoya''s gaze fluttered about, the feel of her head heavy and that of her feet light. She wasn''t really looking at the road either so after taking a few steps she bumped into the person in front of her, causing them both to fall at the same time.


    But, again, Lu Xiaobei only said, "Just let it go."


    Xiaoya broke away from Lu Xiaobei, wanting to go find it, "I lost you phone."


    At the moment, Xiaoya relaxed with a sigh, no longer taking the earlier incident to heart.


    It stands to reason that the phone has been there in her pocket the entire time, so if it had no power and shut itself off, it was impossible for it to repeatedly hang up the call. Thinking this, Xiaoya reflexively touched her pocket...


    Xiaoya gently pushed Lu Xiaobei away, and declared, "Captain will just buy a new one, while I repay you for the old one, so neither of those conflict."


    The streets were crowded, people were jostling about by the masses, and the floor was littered with all kinds of wrapping paper ad discarded garbage. Xiaoya didn''t make her way that far off before being pulled to a stop by Lu Xiaobei, however, who then told her, "Just forget about it."


    Xiaoya heard this, but still replied, "Captain, I already know you don''t have any problems when it comes to money. Plus, I know my family has less money than you. But I will still insist on paying you back for the phone I lost. And if you don''t want the old one, I will compensate you for one that''s new."


    PS: There may be no way for some one like me to ever become a beauty, but being an outstanding person in the eyes of my goddess is pretty good too. One day, I do hope to be like one of those "beauties" and able to stand at my goddess'' side.


    If we''re talking in beauty terms, and the score is the ten point system like before, then... using my own built in filter to see myself in the best light, I''d give myself a score of three. I''m the type you couldn''t even find in a crowd to be honest; and if you did spot me, it would be because I''m ugly. In terms of character, I''m introverted and quiet when I''m in front of people I don''t know, but when I''m around people I am familiar with, I become a chatterbox.


    Under the lit street lights, Xiaoya''s head hung low, the blood drained from her face, while her gaze was transfixed on Lu Xiaobei''s hand, grabbing one last chance to say, "Maybe it fell out when we were on the Ferris wheel."


    Mr. Qi now spoke up, adding, "The police station in this town isn''t that far ahead, so let''s go there and file a report."


    But, again, Lu Xiaobei only said, "Just let it go."


    But in response Xiaoya simply said dejectedly, "Captain, about your phone... I''ll compensate you for it."


    Holding onto Lu Xiaobei''s hands pleadingly, Xiaoya still asked, "Let''s go back and look for it, please?"


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    If we''re talking in beauty terms, and the score is the ten point system like before, then... using my own built in filter to see myself in the best light, I''d give myself a score of three. I''m the type you couldn''t even find in a crowd to be honest; and if you did spot me, it would be because I''m ugly. In terms of character, I''m introverted and quiet when I''m in front of people I don''t know, but when I''m around people I am familiar with, I become a chatterbox.


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    ?¡ó?


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    Lu Xiaobei was unable to turn her eyes away from the girl before her, saying, "I''m the one who was careless. The guy you bumped into after we got off the Ferris wheel must''ve been a pickpocket."


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    "That''s fine then." Lu Xiaobei now led Xiaoya by the hand before she continued, "So you don''t fall again."


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    Xiaoya stubbornly sat beside Lu Xiaobei, allowing the older girl to say whatever she liked, without budging an inch. Lu Xiaobei was left at a loss, and so took her laptop over to Xiaoya''s bed, opening her online banking account to show her, "Count it, how many zeros are there?"


    Gao Heng made his way beside her, asking, "Do you want to report it to the police?"


    Confused, Lu Xiaobei took her by the hand, asking, "Is there something wrong?"


    This made Lu Xiaobei reply, "Don''t. I really was planning on changing it and getting a new one. You can ask Xiang Yi about it, and even Gao Heng. Every time a new model of the fruit brand comes out, I change phones."


    Under the lit street lights, Xiaoya''s head hung low, the blood drained from her face, while her gaze was transfixed on Lu Xiaobei''s hand, grabbing one last chance to say, "Maybe it fell out when we were on the Ferris wheel."


    It''s obvious we kids are much easier to bully, yet she doesn''t go after us.


    "Six." Xiaoya replied, but there was no shock in her reaction since the Captain would be a person with a lot of money.


    Ë®ÁéÁé: means moisturised, but also beautiful lively and energetic.[] iana: the chapters until 16 have no real title, the author just labels them based on the number of Updates they made that day.


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, replying, "No need. I was planning to get a new phone anyway." Her hand moving to gently smooth out the stray tuft of hair on Xiaoya''s head, while telling her, "The thief is the one who''s guilty, you didn''t do anything wrong. So why are you crying, huh?"


    Gao Heng replied, "Yep."


    Mr. Qi now spoke up, adding, "The police station in this town isn''t that far ahead, so let''s go there and file a report."


    However, Xiaoya still remained unswayed, retorting, "It was because I didn''t take care of it well."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walked over to them, and Gao Heng began to speak: "I called you guys a bunch of times, you know? At first, it just hung up, but afterwards it was turned off. If the appointed time arrived I would''ve thought something happened to you guys."


    "Captain! Little Junior!"


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    The things I like the most about my goddess is how different she is from other beautiful girls. She''s never lords herself above others, pretending to be good girl in front the teachers while acting like a female overlord with the other students. My goddess treats everyone fairly as they come. Never acting all high and mighty, nor does she act all bossy. There are times when she seems out of reach and a bit indifferent, but that''s just due to her personality.


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and just so happened to catch sight of Mr. Qi and Gao Heng in the doorway of a small shop, with Gao Heng waving his arms while calling out to her.


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    Comforting Xiaoya in her arms, Lu Xiaobei followed Mr. Qi to the station to make a report. Despite it being the new year period, the officer at the station had a very pleasant attitude. But he did warn them, saying, "There''s a huge crowd of people moving about because of the fair, so even if the security cameras on the shops caught sight of the culprit, it doesn''t mean we''ll be able to catch him easily."


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    Comforting Xiaoya in her arms, Lu Xiaobei followed Mr. Qi to the station to make a report. Despite it being the new year period, the officer at the station had a very pleasant attitude. But he did warn them, saying, "There''s a huge crowd of people moving about because of the fair, so even if the security cameras on the shops caught sight of the culprit, it doesn''t mean we''ll be able to catch him easily."


    On the bustling street, Xiaoya''s gaze fluttered about, the feel of her head heavy and that of her feet light. She wasn''t really looking at the road either so after taking a few steps she bumped into the person in front of her, causing them both to fall at the same time.


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.


    PS: There may be no way for some one like me to ever become a beauty, but being an outstanding person in the eyes of my goddess is pretty good too. One day, I do hope to be like one of those "beauties" and able to stand at my goddess'' side.


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    This made Lu Xiaobei reply, "Don''t. I really was planning on changing it and getting a new one. You can ask Xiang Yi about it, and even Gao Heng. Every time a new model of the fruit brand comes out, I change phones."


    Xiaoya broke away from Lu Xiaobei, wanting to go find it, "I lost you phone."


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    ?¡ó?


    If we''re talking in beauty terms, and the score is the ten point system like before, then... using my own built in filter to see myself in the best light, I''d give myself a score of three. I''m the type you couldn''t even find in a crowd to be honest; and if you did spot me, it would be because I''m ugly. In terms of character, I''m introverted and quiet when I''m in front of people I don''t know, but when I''m around people I am familiar with, I become a chatterbox.


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    On her bed, Xiaoya sat alone silently.


    First Update


    Seeing her like that, Lu Xiaobei made her way over, pulling Xiaoya head in her embrace, "It was no easy task getting you all moisturised[1], but you''ve been frowning so much wrinkles might start showing."


    This made Lu Xiaobei reply, "Don''t. I really was planning on changing it and getting a new one. You can ask Xiang Yi about it, and even Gao Heng. Every time a new model of the fruit brand comes out, I change phones."


    However, Xiaoya still remained unswayed, retorting, "It was because I didn''t take care of it well."


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    But my goddess told me that Miss Xu was actually a really good teacher, though, and was someone who cared about us a lot. Unlike the other teachers at our school, she guides her students, and when she meets with with other teachers more qualified than her or the principal, also becomes a yes-man. But when we do something wrong, so long as Mr. Qi is around, she would go confront him instead of taking our her resentment on us.


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Even if I get it back, I still wouldn''t want it. But having seen the state Xiaoya''s was currently in, Lu Xiaobei''s unspoken words were stuck in her throat. Instead she said, "Alright. Maybe the officers wll help us find it tomorrow."


    But in response Xiaoya simply said dejectedly, "Captain, about your phone... I''ll compensate you for it."


    Seeing her like that, Lu Xiaobei made her way over, pulling Xiaoya head in her embrace, "It was no easy task getting you all moisturised, but you''ve been frowning so much wrinkles might start showing."


    This made Lu Xiaobei reply, "Don''t. I really was planning on changing it and getting a new one. You can ask Xiang Yi about it, and even Gao Heng. Every time a new model of the fruit brand comes out, I change phones."


    Xiaoya gently pushed Lu Xiaobei away, and declared, "Captain will just buy a new one, while I repay you for the old one, so neither of those conflict."


    This left Lu Xiaobei no other option than to compromise, "Then at least don''t tell your family about it when you call them today."


    What''s more, Lu Xiaobei was someone who grew up overseas, and Xiaoya herself said she didn''t have many friends before, so there was never anyone who was so intimate with her either.


    Xiaoya gently pushed Lu Xiaobei away, and declared, "Captain will just buy a new one, while I repay you for the old one, so neither of those conflict."


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei''s cool and calm demeanour, Xiaoya felt a sense of sudden enlightenment. She really was thinking too much a moment ago. That sort of intimacy is perfectly normal between girls.


    Xiaoya broke away from Lu Xiaobei, wanting to go find it, "I lost you phone."


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    However, Xiaoya still remained unswayed, retorting, "It was because I didn''t take care of it well."


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    Xiaoya broke away from Lu Xiaobei, wanting to go find it, "I lost you phone."


    It stands to reason that the phone has been there in her pocket the entire time, so if it had no power and shut itself off, it was impossible for it to repeatedly hang up the call. Thinking this, Xiaoya reflexively touched her pocket...


    "Six." Xiaoya replied, but there was no shock in her reaction since the Captain would be a person with a lot of money.


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    Right then, the owner of that gorgeous figure sold her looks while using a bewitching tone to say, "This money is only my allowance as well. So, Xiaoya, I really have no problem when it comes to buying another phone."


    Xiaoya stubbornly sat beside Lu Xiaobei, allowing the older girl to say whatever she liked, without budging an inch. Lu Xiaobei was left at a loss, and so took her laptop over to Xiaoya''s bed, opening her online banking account to show her, "Count it, how many zeros are there?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    N/A


    A friend here actually asked whether or not I''m beautiful. Because the friends of beautiful people are often times beautiful themselves, and like knows like, you know? After I scrolled back through my previous answers, I realised I never mentioned myself very much.


    Xiaoya stubbornly sat beside Lu Xiaobei, allowing the older girl to say whatever she liked, without budging an inch. Lu Xiaobei was left at a loss, and so took her laptop over to Xiaoya''s bed, opening her online banking account to show her, "Count it, how many zeros are there?"


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, replying, "No need. I was planning to get a new phone anyway." Her hand moving to gently smooth out the stray tuft of hair on Xiaoya''s head, while telling her, "The thief is the one who''s guilty, you didn''t do anything wrong. So why are you crying, huh?"


    "Six." Xiaoya replied, but there was no shock in her reaction since the Captain would be a person with a lot of money.


    Plus, while they were walking, Xiaoya didn''t see anything interesting, so she hadn''t taken any pictures either.


    As if she had just woken up from a dream, Xiaoya replied, "Oh, nothing. I was just thinking about something."


    At this winter camp, we had two teachers as our team leaders. Mr. Qi played along with us really well, but in comparison Miss Xu was considerably more strict. I didn''t like her in the beginning.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    All kinds of discounted clothes and knick-knacks were on sale at the fair apart from the massively popular delicacies on display. But Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei had no interest in these sort of things, so the two slowly kept on their way and soon made it to the end of the street.


    Lu Xiaobei propped herself up using the bed, her dark blue jeans outlining a pair of straight long legs, and rounded hips, while her flexible body leaned over, and her beautiful curvature of her bust loomed near.


    "I don''t need the money, and having another phone will be pointless." Lu Xiaobei countered.


    "Captain! Little Junior!"


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of a respondent who''s a great beauty ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Right then, the owner of that gorgeous figure sold her looks while using a bewitching tone to say, "This money is only my allowance as well. So, Xiaoya, I really have no problem when it comes to buying another phone."


    "Captain! Little Junior!"


    "I don''t need the money, and having another phone will be pointless." Lu Xiaobei countered.


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.


    Xiaoya heard this, but still replied, "Captain, I already know you don''t have any problems when it comes to money. Plus, I know my family has less money than you. But I will still insist on paying you back for the phone I lost. And if you don''t want the old one, I will compensate you for one that''s new."


    When Xiaoya had collided with that man from before, Lu Xiaobei did get a strange feeling. But, at the time, she was so absorbed with paying attention to Xiaoya that she never thought much of it. Only now did she realize that man had done so intentionally.


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walked over to them, and Gao Heng began to speak: "I called you guys a bunch of times, you know? At first, it just hung up, but afterwards it was turned off. If the appointed time arrived I would''ve thought something happened to you guys."


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, replying, "No need. I was planning to get a new phone anyway." Her hand moving to gently smooth out the stray tuft of hair on Xiaoya''s head, while telling her, "The thief is the one who''s guilty, you didn''t do anything wrong. So why are you crying, huh?"


    What''s it like being friends with a Goddess?


    However, Xiaoya still remained unswayed, retorting, "It was because I didn''t take care of it well."


    What''s it like being friends with a Goddess?


    N/A


    First Update


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walked over to them, and Gao Heng began to speak: "I called you guys a bunch of times, you know? At first, it just hung up, but afterwards it was turned off. If the appointed time arrived I would''ve thought something happened to you guys."


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.


    Mr. Qi now spoke up, adding, "The police station in this town isn''t that far ahead, so let''s go there and file a report."


    This left Lu Xiaobei no other option than to compromise, "Then at least don''t tell your family about it when you call them today."


    Plip plop. Giant blobs of tears hurriedly poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. The globs streaming over her cheeks before falling onto her skirt, leaving water marks on the soft cloth.


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    As if she had just woken up from a dream, Xiaoya replied, "Oh, nothing. I was just thinking about something."


    "That''s fine then." Lu Xiaobei now led Xiaoya by the hand before she continued, "So you don''t fall again."


    But in response Xiaoya simply said dejectedly, "Captain, about your phone... I''ll compensate you for it."


    Under the lit street lights, Xiaoya''s head hung low, the blood drained from her face, while her gaze was transfixed on Lu Xiaobei''s hand, grabbing one last chance to say, "Maybe it fell out when we were on the Ferris wheel."


    Plus, while they were walking, Xiaoya didn''t see anything interesting, so she hadn''t taken any pictures either.


    My goddess is exactly like this, she never looks at others with any kind of prejudice. (It''s possible this is also because none of the she meets are as good as her in terms of grades or appearance, though...)


    All kinds of discounted clothes and knick-knacks were on sale at the fair apart from the massively popular delicacies on display. But Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei had no interest in these sort of things, so the two slowly kept on their way and soon made it to the end of the street.


    Lu Xiaobei knew whatever Xiaoya said she would go do without a second thought, so she stopped the other girl in advance, "You can tell them after you head back home, why give them something to worry over when the Spring Festival is still going on? Besides, if it''s found in the next few days, you can avoid getting scolded for no reason."


    "That''s fine then." Lu Xiaobei now led Xiaoya by the hand before she continued, "So you don''t fall again."


    If we''re talking in beauty terms, and the score is the ten point system like before, then... using my own built in filter to see myself in the best light, I''d give myself a score of three. I''m the type you couldn''t even find in a crowd to be honest; and if you did spot me, it would be because I''m ugly. In terms of character, I''m introverted and quiet when I''m in front of people I don''t know, but when I''m around people I am familiar with, I become a chatterbox.


    Lu Xiaobei walked up to Xiaoya, helping her up, "You should probably watch where you''re walking, yeah?"


    Holding onto Lu Xiaobei''s hands pleadingly, Xiaoya still asked, "Let''s go back and look for it, please?"


    After getting to know my goddess, I learned a lot of things. Not only about how to dress up, but also about how to get to know others as well as how t get along with them.


    Gao Heng replied, "Yep."


    "I don''t need the money, and having another phone will be pointless." Lu Xiaobei countered.


    Thinking about this answer of hers, Xiaoya felt Lu Xiaobei''s words were quite reasonable, and so simply replied: "Alright."


    Lu Xiaobei still countered, saying, "I was right beside you at the time too, and even thought there was something fishy about that guy at the time. So no matter how you look at it, full responsibility shouldn''t be borne by just you alone."


    So, if not for this winter camp, the paths of me and my goddess would''ve most likely never had crossed.


    After Lu Xiaobei indicated to the officer she understood, she took Xiaoya and followed Mr. Qi back to the building where they stayed.

 CH 14

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Second Update


    So it''s my personal feeling, that anyone who is appreciative of a "moment of beauty" is one who will become a goddess.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    "You lost it, so it''s only right for you to give her back one in return. I''ll take yo shopping for one, or would it be better to just pay back the cost?"


    After they got home, Xiaoya couldn''t hide the truth from them any longer, telling her mother that night about how she had lost a schoolmate''s phone. But contrary to her expectations, Xiaoya''s mother didn''t say anything bad, only asking: "Is this the roommate who let you borrow her phone?"


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.


    Forcing Xiaoya''s eyes to widen as she complained, "You''re always telling me I''m fat, yet you still keep feeding me a bunch of fish and meat. Captain told me if I don;t control my diet and just wing my skin care my face will end up looking like the surface of the moon!"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    The rain falling on the car window looked like a little stream, one constantly washing everything away and preventing Xiaoya from seeing anything outside. So opening he window, Xiaoya trying to call out to Lu Xiaobei, but her mother stopped her, saying: "Aren''t you scared of the car getting watered down, or your clothes getting soaked? Close that window at once."


    "Yeah. She even made food for me and helped me with my lessons most of the time." Xiaoya replied, though feeling rather embarrassed that the captain busied herself with stuff related to her each day, yet at that time also made more demands in her ignorance.


    A commentor said that goddesses are made through wealth. Even though my goddess is also a rich person¡ªand her pocket money is just as much as my entire family''s assets¡ªI don''t agree with this statement.


    So my goddess opened Facebook and found a picture for me to see. It was a picture of an ocean skyline, and it had the caption: the sky was very blue.


    Xiangyi: Damn... Good thing my mom never got remarried


    N/A


    You see, when it comes to my goddess, in addition to her beautiful face, perfect figure, and refined temperament, there isn''t any situation in which she would ever give up her pursuit of ''beauty''.


    Xiaoya''s mother then directly made her turn her face so she could see, adding: "There are only a few acne marks here and there. Didn''t I tell you before they''d get better in a few years?"


    Hear me out. A very long time ago, I read this article. It was about a designer living in a rich neighbourhood, who once saw a little girl fishing through the garbage bins. But what caught his eye about her, was that after she was done, she had put everything back into them one by one. This was quite a rare sight to see, as other scavengers wouldn''t care about those scattered pieces of trash left behind.


    A commentor said that goddesses are made through wealth. Even though my goddess is also a rich person¡ªand her pocket money is just as much as my entire family''s assets¡ªI don''t agree with this statement.


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    Lu Xiaobei: how are things now?


    --Beep beep. Lu Xiaobei opened a direct message window, asking: What''s wrong?


    The designer was curious about this too, so they asked the little girl: "Why are you doing this? The sanitisation workers will clean it up anyhow?"


    The designer was curious about this too, so they asked the little girl: "Why are you doing this? The sanitisation workers will clean it up anyhow?"


    I said: "I''d snap a set of 3x3 photos, fix my position, saying not a word and pretend as if I''m all cool and low-key."


    Xiaoya: Alright. My mom told me to go to bed early, so I''ll sign off first. Goodnight.


    Hear me out. A very long time ago, I read this article. It was about a designer living in a rich neighbourhood, who once saw a little girl fishing through the garbage bins. But what caught his eye about her, was that after she was done, she had put everything back into them one by one. This was quite a rare sight to see, as other scavengers wouldn''t care about those scattered pieces of trash left behind.


    A commentor said that goddesses are made through wealth. Even though my goddess is also a rich person¡ªand her pocket money is just as much as my entire family''s assets¡ªI don''t agree with this statement.


    Xiaoya: I don''t know what to say.


    However, this the little girl, while looking at the fresh grass, simply replied: "But it will take the sanitisation workers a long time to get here, and the beauty of a moment is also something beautiful."


    (5 minutes later)


    Oh yeah, I just remembered something. Apart from knowing about Chanel because my goddess has a lot of things from that brand, I don''t actually know any other high-end luxury brands. I''m just a simple otaku who''s able to happily live out her life as long as I have internet, a phone or computer, and take-out. Heehee


    Xiaoya hugged her mother for a few minutes, then said hello to her father after she regained herself. While her parents carried her luggage back to their car, she turned around to find Lu Xiaobei, wanting to bid her farewell.


    Xiaoya was super excited about it too. She didn''t look n the mirror often, and her schoolmates at the winter camp saw her everyday so she never thought the change in her appearance was any thing truly significant, asking, "Did i really change that much?"


    Xiaoya: before my final exams, my dad was working the night shift at work. On his way home one night, there was a drunk pedestrian who didn''t use the zebra crossing and suddenly walked into the road. My dad hit him by accident. Luckily, no one died. But my dad called the ambulance (120) and reported the traffic accident (122). He also paid the pedestrian''s medical bills and went to the police to file a report.


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    However, I believe there is no way someone like me could become a goddess.


    Afterwards, that little girl became a model born from the slums.


    Lu Xiaobei: how are things now?


    Xiaoya''s mother very suddenly and obviously froze for a second, yet he still pretended like nothing was wrong as she replied, "I already told you, it was because we needed to fix up the house."


    "I don''t know, but the captain does really well in her studies. What about her phone?"


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    Xiaoya''s mother very suddenly and obviously froze for a second, yet he still pretended like nothing was wrong as she replied, "I already told you, it was because we needed to fix up the house."


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    So it''s my personal feeling, that anyone who is appreciative of a "moment of beauty" is one who will become a goddess.


    On top of that, there was also her studies and mastery. My goddess knows two foreign languages (whose levels are almost as god as her mother-tongue), plays two instruments (at a professional level), and is proficient in both tea ceremony and floral arrangement. While I...


    Xiaoya: before my final exams, my dad was working the night shift at work. On his way home one night, there was a drunk pedestrian who didn''t use the zebra crossing and suddenly walked into the road. My dad hit him by accident. Luckily, no one died. But my dad called the ambulance (120) and reported the traffic accident (122). He also paid the pedestrian''s medical bills and went to the police to file a report.


    Lu Xiaobei: how are things now?


    Oh yeah, I just remembered something. Apart from knowing about Chanel because my goddess has a lot of things from that brand, I don''t actually know any other high-end luxury brands. I''m just a simple otaku who''s able to happily live out her life as long as I have internet, a phone or computer, and take-out. Heehee


    Maybe there''ll come a day when even I could buy a luxury good company with my money and won''t need to flex just by posing.


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    But her mother urged her, saying, "Eating just a little will be fine."


    It''s not about not going to work everyday and being a full-time wife[1] at home who''d spend fifty percent of her time researching perfumes, cosmetics and designer bags. But about when times are tight, her being willing to bake a cake or two, or read a couple books of actual substance. It''s when the years pass and her hair turns grey, her combing her hair carefully each day; her making sure her clothes are washed perfectly clean; and her keeping her home tidy and neat.


    It''s not about not going to work everyday and being a full-time wife at home who''d spend fifty percent of her time researching perfumes, cosmetics and designer bags. But about when times are tight, her being willing to bake a cake or two, or read a couple books of actual substance. It''s when the years pass and her hair turns grey, her combing her hair carefully each day; her making sure her clothes are washed perfectly clean; and her keeping her home tidy and neat.


    (3 minutes later)


    A quite pleased with herself Xiaoya returned to the dinner table and shared the skin care tips she learned with her mother, saying, "I used the facial cleanser and moisturiser Captain got me, it''s medicinal makeup. The cleanser Captain uses wasn''t suitable for my skin so she bought me a bottle of Dabao at the supermarket."


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    Something like that is impossible of course. In two days winter camp will be over, and I''m already missing my goddess a little.


    This was the answer, which made me suddenly recall that recently my goddess seemed to have been taking are of me like a mother¡ªto an even greater degree at that. So I got the feeling as if she was trying to cultivate me into becoming another goddess too.


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    "You lost it, so it''s only right for you to give her back one in return. I''ll take yo shopping for one, or would it be better to just pay back the cost?"


    (3 minutes later)


    "You lost it, so it''s only right for you to give her back one in return. I''ll take yo shopping for one, or would it be better to just pay back the cost?"


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s looking forward to the start of school¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s dad flipped over his newspaper and zoned in on Xiaoya''s face with sharpened eyes, saying seriously: "It''s not like the surface of the moon."


    However, I believe there is no way someone like me could become a goddess.


    And yes, this picture was taken by my goddess when she was in the Maldives.


    And yes, this picture was taken by my goddess when she was in the Maldives.


    I said: "I''d snap a set of 3x3 photos, fix my position, saying not a word and pretend as if I''m all cool and low-key."


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    This was the answer, which made me suddenly recall that recently my goddess seemed to have been taking are of me like a mother¡ªto an even greater degree at that. So I got the feeling as if she was trying to cultivate me into becoming another goddess too.


    If I had money the kind of money my goddess had, I probably spend it all collecting brand name handbags like stamps. While we were at the fair, I had bought a purse as a gift for my goddess. Then, after we got back to our room, my goddess changed out her purse for the one I had just gifted her. A girl I was at winter camp with told me that the purse my goddess had previously was a Chanel...


    Xiaoya''s mother very suddenly and obviously froze for a second, yet he still pretended like nothing was wrong as she replied, "I already told you, it was because we needed to fix up the house."


    Xiaoya: I don''t know what to say.


    (3 minutes later)


    Second Update


    However, this the little girl, while looking at the fresh grass, simply replied: "But it will take the sanitisation workers a long time to get here, and the beauty of a moment is also something beautiful."


    On top of that, there was also her studies and mastery. My goddess knows two foreign languages (whose levels are almost as god as her mother-tongue), plays two instruments (at a professional level), and is proficient in both tea ceremony and floral arrangement. While I...


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    Second Update


    Hearing this, Xiaoya''s father scooped himself a bowl of the meat right in front of her, replying, "Eat it or don''t. Just don''t cry about it tomorrow."


    Xiaoya''s mother very suddenly and obviously froze for a second, yet he still pretended like nothing was wrong as she replied, "I already told you, it was because we needed to fix up the house."


    Anyhow, one night, I was talking with my goddess about the Maldives. Supposing we had gone there together one day...


    If my goddess was also put in my room, then... then even if I was dreaming I would wake up laughing!


    "Yeah. She even made food for me and helped me with my lessons most of the time." Xiaoya replied, though feeling rather embarrassed that the captain busied herself with stuff related to her each day, yet at that time also made more demands in her ignorance.


    But her mother urged her, saying, "Eating just a little will be fine."


    I said: "I''d snap a set of 3x3 photos, fix my position, saying not a word and pretend as if I''m all cool and low-key."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    So my goddess opened Facebook and found a picture for me to see. It was a picture of an ocean skyline, and it had the caption: the sky was very blue.


    ?¡ó?


    But before Xiaoya could close it herself, her father had already started rolling up the back window from the driver''s seat.


    However, this the little girl, while looking at the fresh grass, simply replied: "But it will take the sanitisation workers a long time to get here, and the beauty of a moment is also something beautiful."


    Maybe there''ll come a day when even I could buy a luxury good company with my money and won''t need to flex just by posing.


    And yes, this picture was taken by my goddess when she was in the Maldives.


    But before Xiaoya could close it herself, her father had already started rolling up the back window from the driver''s seat.


    Maybe there''ll come a day when even I could buy a luxury good company with my money and won''t need to flex just by posing.


    Xiaoya: It''s not that I can''t tell you. I just... I just found out the real reason my family sent me to winter camp.


    Oh yeah, I just remembered something. Apart from knowing about Chanel because my goddess has a lot of things from that brand, I don''t actually know any other high-end luxury brands. I''m just a simple otaku who''s able to happily live out her life as long as I have internet, a phone or computer, and take-out. Heehee


    Xiaoya: That guy didn''t accept the traffic police''s proposition, and wasn''t satisfied with the compensation from the insurance company. The lawyer even told him that if it went to court the judgement would be upheld. After that, that guy found my dad''s company and went there to make trouble. So my parents were scared he would also come make trouble at our house, which is why they sent me to winter camp.


    Something like that is impossible of course. In two days winter camp will be over, and I''m already missing my goddess a little.


    Xiaoya looked at the meal her mother lovingly made just for her laid out in front of her, the mouth watering food she pined over during winter camp, and very hesitantly refused over and over, "I can''t eat it. If I eat too many dishes like these the acne on my face will come back."


    If my goddess was also put in my room, then... then even if I was dreaming I would wake up laughing!


    Xiaoya kept talking without interruption for over ten minutes, to the point where her mother had to interrupt her, saying, "Alright, I got it. So how about you eat your dinner first, okay? I made your favourite, braised pig feet with soybeans. If you wait too long it''ll get cold."


    Something like that is impossible of course. In two days winter camp will be over, and I''m already missing my goddess a little.


    Xiaoya: Plus, just looking at you guys chatting is nice.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s looking forward to the start of school¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    (3 minutes later)


    Xiaoya: Plus, just looking at you guys chatting is nice.


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    Xiaoya: Plus, just looking at you guys chatting is nice.


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.


    Something like that is impossible of course. In two days winter camp will be over, and I''m already missing my goddess a little.


    "Yeah. She even made food for me and helped me with my lessons most of the time." Xiaoya replied, though feeling rather embarrassed that the captain busied herself with stuff related to her each day, yet at that time also made more demands in her ignorance.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s looking forward to the start of school¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    When Xiaoya got off the bus, she was greeted by the sight of her anxious parents waiting for her. Xiaoya''s mother while holding onto her umbrella with one hand, held her daughter tightly n the other, as her daughter had never been away from home for so long.


    You see, when it comes to my goddess, in addition to her beautiful face, perfect figure, and refined temperament, there isn''t any situation in which she would ever give up her pursuit of ''beauty''.


    Xiaoya hugged her mother for a few minutes, then said hello to her father after she regained herself. While her parents carried her luggage back to their car, she turned around to find Lu Xiaobei, wanting to bid her farewell.


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Your parents have had a hard new year, so be good at home, alright?


    Xiaoya hugged her mother for a few minutes, then said hello to her father after she regained herself. While her parents carried her luggage back to their car, she turned around to find Lu Xiaobei, wanting to bid her farewell.


    The rain falling on the car window looked like a little stream, one constantly washing everything away and preventing Xiaoya from seeing anything outside. So opening he window, Xiaoya trying to call out to Lu Xiaobei, but her mother stopped her, saying: "Aren''t you scared of the car getting watered down, or your clothes getting soaked? Close that window at once."


    Xiaoya''s mother then directly made her turn her face so she could see, adding: "There are only a few acne marks here and there. Didn''t I tell you before they''d get better in a few years?"


    So my goddess opened Facebook and found a picture for me to see. It was a picture of an ocean skyline, and it had the caption: the sky was very blue.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    The northern wind blew with an icy chill, making it feel as though it contained tiny daggers, while the closely woven rain drops obscured her line of sight. Soon Xiaoya''s hand was tugged by her mother, the woman pushing her into the car as she said, "It''s freezing out. Hurry and get into the car so you can warm yourself up."


    Anyhow, one night, I was talking with my goddess about the Maldives. Supposing we had gone there together one day...


    When Xiaoya got off the bus, she was greeted by the sight of her anxious parents waiting for her. Xiaoya''s mother while holding onto her umbrella with one hand, held her daughter tightly n the other, as her daughter had never been away from home for so long.


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya''s mother then directly made her turn her face so she could see, adding: "There are only a few acne marks here and there. Didn''t I tell you before they''d get better in a few years?"


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    Xiaoya: before my final exams, my dad was working the night shift at work. On his way home one night, there was a drunk pedestrian who didn''t use the zebra crossing and suddenly walked into the road. My dad hit him by accident. Luckily, no one died. But my dad called the ambulance (120) and reported the traffic accident (122). He also paid the pedestrian''s medical bills and went to the police to file a report.


    The rain falling on the car window looked like a little stream, one constantly washing everything away and preventing Xiaoya from seeing anything outside. So opening he window, Xiaoya trying to call out to Lu Xiaobei, but her mother stopped her, saying: "Aren''t you scared of the car getting watered down, or your clothes getting soaked? Close that window at once."


    The courage to voice out her ideas was also something Xiaoya had gained during that winter camp. But right as Xiaoya was about to speak, her father spoke up first: "She''s grown up now, so she''s old enough to know about important family matters."


    But before Xiaoya could close it herself, her father had already started rolling up the back window from the driver''s seat.


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    Lu Xiaobei: Your parents have had a hard new year, so be good at home, alright?


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    Xiaoya''s mother then directly made her turn her face so she could see, adding: "There are only a few acne marks here and there. Didn''t I tell you before they''d get better in a few years?"


    N/A


    È«Ö°Ì«Ì«: it means full-time wife and can be synonymous with housewife (¼ÒÍ¥Ö÷¸¾) but there is a difference in how it''s used sometimes. Unlike housewife it can refer to women of a higher economic status that can outsource the average housewife-ly duties.


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    So in the end, Xiaoya didn''t get to say her goodbyes to the captain.


    The northern wind blew with an icy chill, making it feel as though it contained tiny daggers, while the closely woven rain drops obscured her line of sight. Soon Xiaoya''s hand was tugged by her mother, the woman pushing her into the car as she said, "It''s freezing out. Hurry and get into the car so you can warm yourself up."


    A quite pleased with herself Xiaoya returned to the dinner table and shared the skin care tips she learned with her mother, saying, "I used the facial cleanser and moisturiser Captain got me, it''s medicinal makeup. The cleanser Captain uses wasn''t suitable for my skin so she bought me a bottle of Dabao at the supermarket."


    Xiaoya: before my final exams, my dad was working the night shift at work. On his way home one night, there was a drunk pedestrian who didn''t use the zebra crossing and suddenly walked into the road. My dad hit him by accident. Luckily, no one died. But my dad called the ambulance (120) and reported the traffic accident (122). He also paid the pedestrian''s medical bills and went to the police to file a report.


    After they got home, Xiaoya couldn''t hide the truth from them any longer, telling her mother that night about how she had lost a schoolmate''s phone. But contrary to her expectations, Xiaoya''s mother didn''t say anything bad, only asking: "Is this the roommate who let you borrow her phone?"


    After they got home, Xiaoya couldn''t hide the truth from them any longer, telling her mother that night about how she had lost a schoolmate''s phone. But contrary to her expectations, Xiaoya''s mother didn''t say anything bad, only asking: "Is this the roommate who let you borrow her phone?"


    (5 minutes later)


    (5 minutes later)


    "Yeah. She even made food for me and helped me with my lessons most of the time." Xiaoya replied, though feeling rather embarrassed that the captain busied herself with stuff related to her each day, yet at that time also made more demands in her ignorance.


    "You lost it, so it''s only right for you to give her back one in return. I''ll take yo shopping for one, or would it be better to just pay back the cost?"


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    Xiangyi: Damn... Good thing my mom never got remarried


    Xiangyi: Damn... Good thing my mom never got remarried


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    "I don''t know, but the captain does really well in her studies. What about her phone?"


    This was the answer, which made me suddenly recall that recently my goddess seemed to have been taking are of me like a mother¡ªto an even greater degree at that. So I got the feeling as if she was trying to cultivate me into becoming another goddess too.


    "You lost it, so it''s only right for you to give her back one in return. I''ll take yo shopping for one, or would it be better to just pay back the cost?"


    Oh yeah, I just remembered something. Apart from knowing about Chanel because my goddess has a lot of things from that brand, I don''t actually know any other high-end luxury brands. I''m just a simple otaku who''s able to happily live out her life as long as I have internet, a phone or computer, and take-out. Heehee


    Xiaoya: "I won''t. While I was at winter camp I also developed my will power."


    È«Ö°Ì«Ì«: it means full-time wife and can be synonymous with housewife (¼ÒÍ¥Ö÷¸¾) but there is a difference in how it''s used sometimes. Unlike housewife it can refer to women of a higher economic status that can outsource the average housewife-ly duties.


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    Xiaoya: I don''t know what to say.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    With this, the incident of the cellphone was handled without a hitch, causing Xiaoya to believe the situation was unreal. Compared to it, what got the bulk of Xiaoya''s parents attention was what happened to the acne on her face!


    --Beep beep. Lu Xiaobei opened a direct message window, asking: What''s wrong?


    The winter camp was over, but the friendship between those four young girls had only just begun. Before they parted, they made a group and had started chatting since the day of their parting.


    But her mother urged her, saying, "Eating just a little will be fine."


    È«Ö°Ì«Ì«: it means full-time wife and can be synonymous with housewife (¼ÒÍ¥Ö÷¸¾) but there is a difference in how it''s used sometimes. Unlike housewife it can refer to women of a higher economic status that can outsource the average housewife-ly duties.


    Xiaoya: Plus, just looking at you guys chatting is nice.


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s dad flipped over his newspaper and zoned in on Xiaoya''s face with sharpened eyes, saying seriously: "It''s not like the surface of the moon."


    Xiaoya: After they investigated, the police said the one who was responsible was clear, the pedestrian being the one mainly responsible, and he was sentenced to pay seventy percent of the damages, while my dad had to pay thirty. My father agreed to it without objection. Then after the guy was hospitalized, my parents went to take them some fruit, and brought them health products too. The compensation was even paid off by the insurance company. They thought it was over, but the surgery on the guy didn''t turn go too well and his leg serious after effects.


    Xiaoya: I don''t know what to say.


    If my goddess was also put in my room, then... then even if I was dreaming I would wake up laughing!


    Xiaoya''s mother then directly made her turn her face so she could see, adding: "There are only a few acne marks here and there. Didn''t I tell you before they''d get better in a few years?"


    Xiaoya: It''s all settled now. My dad paid him some more money for his injury, to get peace of mind, and also got the guy to sign a settlement agreement. So regardless of whether their post operative recovery is successful or not, it''ll have nothing to do with my family.


    Xiaoya was super excited about it too. She didn''t look n the mirror often, and her schoolmates at the winter camp saw her everyday so she never thought the change in her appearance was any thing truly significant, asking, "Did i really change that much?"


    If I had money the kind of money my goddess had, I probably spend it all collecting brand name handbags like stamps. While we were at the fair, I had bought a purse as a gift for my goddess. Then, after we got back to our room, my goddess changed out her purse for the one I had just gifted her. A girl I was at winter camp with told me that the purse my goddess had previously was a Chanel...


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    So it''s my personal feeling, that anyone who is appreciative of a "moment of beauty" is one who will become a goddess.


    A quite pleased with herself Xiaoya returned to the dinner table and shared the skin care tips she learned with her mother, saying, "I used the facial cleanser and moisturiser Captain got me, it''s medicinal makeup. The cleanser Captain uses wasn''t suitable for my skin so she bought me a bottle of Dabao at the supermarket."


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s looking forward to the start of school¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya kept talking without interruption for over ten minutes, to the point where her mother had to interrupt her, saying, "Alright, I got it. So how about you eat your dinner first, okay? I made your favourite, braised pig feet with soybeans. If you wait too long it''ll get cold."


    When Xiaoya got off the bus, she was greeted by the sight of her anxious parents waiting for her. Xiaoya''s mother while holding onto her umbrella with one hand, held her daughter tightly n the other, as her daughter had never been away from home for so long.


    Xiaoya looked at the meal her mother lovingly made just for her laid out in front of her, the mouth watering food she pined over during winter camp, and very hesitantly refused over and over, "I can''t eat it. If I eat too many dishes like these the acne on my face will come back."


    Hear me out. A very long time ago, I read this article. It was about a designer living in a rich neighbourhood, who once saw a little girl fishing through the garbage bins. But what caught his eye about her, was that after she was done, she had put everything back into them one by one. This was quite a rare sight to see, as other scavengers wouldn''t care about those scattered pieces of trash left behind.


    Xiaoya: Captain is really sharp.


    The courage to voice out her ideas was also something Xiaoya had gained during that winter camp. But right as Xiaoya was about to speak, her father spoke up first: "She''s grown up now, so she''s old enough to know about important family matters."


    Something like that is impossible of course. In two days winter camp will be over, and I''m already missing my goddess a little.


    Lu Xiaobei: @xiaoya are you online? Why aren''t you saying anything


    Xiaoya: It''s all settled now. My dad paid him some more money for his injury, to get peace of mind, and also got the guy to sign a settlement agreement. So regardless of whether their post operative recovery is successful or not, it''ll have nothing to do with my family.


    Forcing Xiaoya''s eyes to widen as she complained, "You''re always telling me I''m fat, yet you still keep feeding me a bunch of fish and meat. Captain told me if I don;t control my diet and just wing my skin care my face will end up looking like the surface of the moon!"


    But her mother urged her, saying, "Eating just a little will be fine."


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.


    On top of that, there was also her studies and mastery. My goddess knows two foreign languages (whose levels are almost as god as her mother-tongue), plays two instruments (at a professional level), and is proficient in both tea ceremony and floral arrangement. While I...


    Xiaoya: Alright. My mom told me to go to bed early, so I''ll sign off first. Goodnight.


    Forcing Xiaoya''s eyes to widen as she complained, "You''re always telling me I''m fat, yet you still keep feeding me a bunch of fish and meat. Captain told me if I don;t control my diet and just wing my skin care my face will end up looking like the surface of the moon!"


    But her mother urged her, saying, "Eating just a little will be fine."


    With this, the incident of the cellphone was handled without a hitch, causing Xiaoya to believe the situation was unreal. Compared to it, what got the bulk of Xiaoya''s parents attention was what happened to the acne on her face!


    Xiaoya''s mother very suddenly and obviously froze for a second, yet he still pretended like nothing was wrong as she replied, "I already told you, it was because we needed to fix up the house."


    (5 minutes later)


    The designer was curious about this too, so they asked the little girl: "Why are you doing this? The sanitisation workers will clean it up anyhow?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya''s father scooped himself a bowl of the meat right in front of her, replying, "Eat it or don''t. Just don''t cry about it tomorrow."


    Maybe there''ll come a day when even I could buy a luxury good company with my money and won''t need to flex just by posing.


    Xiaoya: "I won''t. While I was at winter camp I also developed my will power."


    Lu Xiaobei: I''ll see you at school the day after the next. Goodnight.


    So my goddess opened Facebook and found a picture for me to see. It was a picture of an ocean skyline, and it had the caption: the sky was very blue.


    "Yeah. She even made food for me and helped me with my lessons most of the time." Xiaoya replied, though feeling rather embarrassed that the captain busied herself with stuff related to her each day, yet at that time also made more demands in her ignorance.


    Xiaoya was super excited about it too. She didn''t look n the mirror often, and her schoolmates at the winter camp saw her everyday so she never thought the change in her appearance was any thing truly significant, asking, "Did i really change that much?"


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    The designer was curious about this too, so they asked the little girl: "Why are you doing this? The sanitisation workers will clean it up anyhow?"


    Lu Xiaobei: I''ll see you at school the day after the next. Goodnight.


    --Beep beep. Lu Xiaobei opened a direct message window, asking: What''s wrong?


    However, I believe there is no way someone like me could become a goddess.


    The rain falling on the car window looked like a little stream, one constantly washing everything away and preventing Xiaoya from seeing anything outside. So opening he window, Xiaoya trying to call out to Lu Xiaobei, but her mother stopped her, saying: "Aren''t you scared of the car getting watered down, or your clothes getting soaked? Close that window at once."


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    Xiaoya''s mother very suddenly and obviously froze for a second, yet he still pretended like nothing was wrong as she replied, "I already told you, it was because we needed to fix up the house."


    However, I believe there is no way someone like me could become a goddess.


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    A quite pleased with herself Xiaoya returned to the dinner table and shared the skin care tips she learned with her mother, saying, "I used the facial cleanser and moisturiser Captain got me, it''s medicinal makeup. The cleanser Captain uses wasn''t suitable for my skin so she bought me a bottle of Dabao at the supermarket."


    The courage to voice out her ideas was also something Xiaoya had gained during that winter camp. But right as Xiaoya was about to speak, her father spoke up first: "She''s grown up now, so she''s old enough to know about important family matters."


    A quite pleased with herself Xiaoya returned to the dinner table and shared the skin care tips she learned with her mother, saying, "I used the facial cleanser and moisturiser Captain got me, it''s medicinal makeup. The cleanser Captain uses wasn''t suitable for my skin so she bought me a bottle of Dabao at the supermarket."


    Xiaoya kept talking without interruption for over ten minutes, to the point where her mother had to interrupt her, saying, "Alright, I got it. So how about you eat your dinner first, okay? I made your favourite, braised pig feet with soybeans. If you wait too long it''ll get cold."


    Xiaoya: After they investigated, the police said the one who was responsible was clear, the pedestrian being the one mainly responsible, and he was sentenced to pay seventy percent of the damages, while my dad had to pay thirty. My father agreed to it without objection. Then after the guy was hospitalized, my parents went to take them some fruit, and brought them health products too. The compensation was even paid off by the insurance company. They thought it was over, but the surgery on the guy didn''t turn go too well and his leg serious after effects.


    So in the end, Xiaoya didn''t get to say her goodbyes to the captain.


    So in the end, Xiaoya didn''t get to say her goodbyes to the captain.


    Second Update


    Lu Xiaobei: If you''re able to tell me, I can share the burden with you


    ?¡ó?


    So in the end, Xiaoya didn''t get to say her goodbyes to the captain.


    The winter camp was over, but the friendship between those four young girls had only just begun. Before they parted, they made a group and had started chatting since the day of their parting.


    Forcing Xiaoya''s eyes to widen as she complained, "You''re always telling me I''m fat, yet you still keep feeding me a bunch of fish and meat. Captain told me if I don;t control my diet and just wing my skin care my face will end up looking like the surface of the moon!"


    On top of that, there was also her studies and mastery. My goddess knows two foreign languages (whose levels are almost as god as her mother-tongue), plays two instruments (at a professional level), and is proficient in both tea ceremony and floral arrangement. While I...


    Lu Xiaobei: Your parents have had a hard new year, so be good at home, alright?


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    However, this the little girl, while looking at the fresh grass, simply replied: "But it will take the sanitisation workers a long time to get here, and the beauty of a moment is also something beautiful."


    (5 minutes later)


    Lu Xiaobei: If you''re able to tell me, I can share the burden with you


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    Forcing Xiaoya''s eyes to widen as she complained, "You''re always telling me I''m fat, yet you still keep feeding me a bunch of fish and meat. Captain told me if I don;t control my diet and just wing my skin care my face will end up looking like the surface of the moon!"


    Xiangyi: Damn... Good thing my mom never got remarried


    Second Update


    Lu Xiaobei: @xiaoya are you online? Why aren''t you saying anything


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    Xiaoya was super excited about it too. She didn''t look n the mirror often, and her schoolmates at the winter camp saw her everyday so she never thought the change in her appearance was any thing truly significant, asking, "Did i really change that much?"


    Xiangyi: Damn... Good thing my mom never got remarried


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    N/A


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    However, this the little girl, while looking at the fresh grass, simply replied: "But it will take the sanitisation workers a long time to get here, and the beauty of a moment is also something beautiful."


    Lu Xiaobei: @xiaoya are you online? Why aren''t you saying anything


    Lu Xiaobei: Your parents have had a hard new year, so be good at home, alright?


    Xiaoya was super excited about it too. She didn''t look n the mirror often, and her schoolmates at the winter camp saw her everyday so she never thought the change in her appearance was any thing truly significant, asking, "Did i really change that much?"


    If my goddess was also put in my room, then... then even if I was dreaming I would wake up laughing!


    Xiaoya: I don''t know what to say.


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    You see, when it comes to my goddess, in addition to her beautiful face, perfect figure, and refined temperament, there isn''t any situation in which she would ever give up her pursuit of ''beauty''.


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    The winter camp was over, but the friendship between those four young girls had only just begun. Before they parted, they made a group and had started chatting since the day of their parting.


    A commentor said that goddesses are made through wealth. Even though my goddess is also a rich person¡ªand her pocket money is just as much as my entire family''s assets¡ªI don''t agree with this statement.


    But her mother urged her, saying, "Eating just a little will be fine."


    Xiaoya: Plus, just looking at you guys chatting is nice.


    With this, the incident of the cellphone was handled without a hitch, causing Xiaoya to believe the situation was unreal. Compared to it, what got the bulk of Xiaoya''s parents attention was what happened to the acne on her face!


    --Beep beep. Lu Xiaobei opened a direct message window, asking: What''s wrong?


    Xiaoya hugged her mother for a few minutes, then said hello to her father after she regained herself. While her parents carried her luggage back to their car, she turned around to find Lu Xiaobei, wanting to bid her farewell.


    Lu Xiaobei: @xiaoya are you online? Why aren''t you saying anything


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    Xiaoya: It''s not that I can''t tell you. I just... I just found out the real reason my family sent me to winter camp.


    If my goddess was also put in my room, then... then even if I was dreaming I would wake up laughing!


    Something like that is impossible of course. In two days winter camp will be over, and I''m already missing my goddess a little.


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    Xiaoya: ...


    Xiaoya: Alright. My mom told me to go to bed early, so I''ll sign off first. Goodnight.


    Lu Xiaobei: @xiaoya are you online? Why aren''t you saying anything


    Xiangyi: Damn... Good thing my mom never got remarried


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    The winter camp was over, but the friendship between those four young girls had only just begun. Before they parted, they made a group and had started chatting since the day of their parting.


    It''s not about not going to work everyday and being a full-time wife at home who''d spend fifty percent of her time researching perfumes, cosmetics and designer bags. But about when times are tight, her being willing to bake a cake or two, or read a couple books of actual substance. It''s when the years pass and her hair turns grey, her combing her hair carefully each day; her making sure her clothes are washed perfectly clean; and her keeping her home tidy and neat.


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    Xiaoya: Captain is really sharp.


    Xiaoya: before my final exams, my dad was working the night shift at work. On his way home one night, there was a drunk pedestrian who didn''t use the zebra crossing and suddenly walked into the road. My dad hit him by accident. Luckily, no one died. But my dad called the ambulance (120) and reported the traffic accident (122). He also paid the pedestrian''s medical bills and went to the police to file a report.


    You see, when it comes to my goddess, in addition to her beautiful face, perfect figure, and refined temperament, there isn''t any situation in which she would ever give up her pursuit of ''beauty''.


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    So in the end, Xiaoya didn''t get to say her goodbyes to the captain.


    Xiaoya was praised, but she wasn''t particularly happy about it. So after thinking for a while, she still went on to ask, "About the winter holiday, why did you send me to winter camp in the first place?"


    Lu Xiaobei: If you''re able to tell me, I can share the burden with you


    Xiaoya: Captain is really sharp.


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    After both Xiaoya''s mother and father agreed in response, Xiaoya ran straight to a mirror to see. There were no bulging bumps, and no signs of black or white heads festering. The acne which remained were only slightly protruding, and most of the rest were just marks. Bur Xiaoya believed that as time went on those would all become faded, and then they''d be gone.


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s looking forward to the start of school¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: It''s not that I can''t tell you. I just... I just found out the real reason my family sent me to winter camp.


    Afterwards, that little girl became a model born from the slums.


    (3 minutes later)


    The winter camp was over, but the friendship between those four young girls had only just begun. Before they parted, they made a group and had started chatting since the day of their parting.


    So my goddess opened Facebook and found a picture for me to see. It was a picture of an ocean skyline, and it had the caption: the sky was very blue.


    So in the end, Xiaoya didn''t get to say her goodbyes to the captain.


    Xiaoya: After they investigated, the police said the one who was responsible was clear, the pedestrian being the one mainly responsible, and he was sentenced to pay seventy percent of the damages, while my dad had to pay thirty. My father agreed to it without objection. Then after the guy was hospitalized, my parents went to take them some fruit, and brought them health products too. The compensation was even paid off by the insurance company. They thought it was over, but the surgery on the guy didn''t turn go too well and his leg serious after effects.


    Xiaoya: Plus, just looking at you guys chatting is nice.


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya: before my final exams, my dad was working the night shift at work. On his way home one night, there was a drunk pedestrian who didn''t use the zebra crossing and suddenly walked into the road. My dad hit him by accident. Luckily, no one died. But my dad called the ambulance (120) and reported the traffic accident (122). He also paid the pedestrian''s medical bills and went to the police to file a report.


    N/A


    The courage to voice out her ideas was also something Xiaoya had gained during that winter camp. But right as Xiaoya was about to speak, her father spoke up first: "She''s grown up now, so she''s old enough to know about important family matters."


    Xiangyi: @yichen hows stuff with your family after you got home?


    "I don''t know, but the captain does really well in her studies. What about her phone?"


    Yichen: same as usual. Not as good as it was in that small town. I just got finished changing my little brother''s diaper.


    Xiaoya: After they investigated, the police said the one who was responsible was clear, the pedestrian being the one mainly responsible, and he was sentenced to pay seventy percent of the damages, while my dad had to pay thirty. My father agreed to it without objection. Then after the guy was hospitalized, my parents went to take them some fruit, and brought them health products too. The compensation was even paid off by the insurance company. They thought it was over, but the surgery on the guy didn''t turn go too well and his leg serious after effects.


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s dad flipped over his newspaper and zoned in on Xiaoya''s face with sharpened eyes, saying seriously: "It''s not like the surface of the moon."


    Xiaoya hugged her mother for a few minutes, then said hello to her father after she regained herself. While her parents carried her luggage back to their car, she turned around to find Lu Xiaobei, wanting to bid her farewell.


    Xiaoya was super excited about it too. She didn''t look n the mirror often, and her schoolmates at the winter camp saw her everyday so she never thought the change in her appearance was any thing truly significant, asking, "Did i really change that much?"


    Xiaoya: I don''t know what to say.


    --Beep beep. Lu Xiaobei opened a direct message window, asking: What''s wrong?


    When Xiaoya got off the bus, she was greeted by the sight of her anxious parents waiting for her. Xiaoya''s mother while holding onto her umbrella with one hand, held her daughter tightly n the other, as her daughter had never been away from home for so long.


    The northern wind blew with an icy chill, making it feel as though it contained tiny daggers, while the closely woven rain drops obscured her line of sight. Soon Xiaoya''s hand was tugged by her mother, the woman pushing her into the car as she said, "It''s freezing out. Hurry and get into the car so you can warm yourself up."


    Xiaoya: That guy didn''t accept the traffic police''s proposition, and wasn''t satisfied with the compensation from the insurance company. The lawyer even told him that if it went to court the judgement would be upheld. After that, that guy found my dad''s company and went there to make trouble. So my parents were scared he would also come make trouble at our house, which is why they sent me to winter camp.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya''s father scooped himself a bowl of the meat right in front of her, replying, "Eat it or don''t. Just don''t cry about it tomorrow."


    If my goddess was also put in my room, then... then even if I was dreaming I would wake up laughing!


    This was the answer, which made me suddenly recall that recently my goddess seemed to have been taking are of me like a mother¡ªto an even greater degree at that. So I got the feeling as if she was trying to cultivate me into becoming another goddess too.


    A quite pleased with herself Xiaoya returned to the dinner table and shared the skin care tips she learned with her mother, saying, "I used the facial cleanser and moisturiser Captain got me, it''s medicinal makeup. The cleanser Captain uses wasn''t suitable for my skin so she bought me a bottle of Dabao at the supermarket."


    Xiaoya kept talking without interruption for over ten minutes, to the point where her mother had to interrupt her, saying, "Alright, I got it. So how about you eat your dinner first, okay? I made your favourite, braised pig feet with soybeans. If you wait too long it''ll get cold."


    Lu Xiaobei: how are things now?


    "Yeah. She even made food for me and helped me with my lessons most of the time." Xiaoya replied, though feeling rather embarrassed that the captain busied herself with stuff related to her each day, yet at that time also made more demands in her ignorance.


    Xiaoya: It''s all settled now. My dad paid him some more money for his injury, to get peace of mind, and also got the guy to sign a settlement agreement. So regardless of whether their post operative recovery is successful or not, it''ll have nothing to do with my family.


    Xiaoya looked at the meal her mother lovingly made just for her laid out in front of her, the mouth watering food she pined over during winter camp, and very hesitantly refused over and over, "I can''t eat it. If I eat too many dishes like these the acne on my face will come back."


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    --Beep beep. Lu Xiaobei opened a direct message window, asking: What''s wrong?


    Lu Xiaobei: Your parents have had a hard new year, so be good at home, alright?


    Xiaoya: ...


    ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s looking forward to the start of school¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: "I won''t. While I was at winter camp I also developed my will power."


    When Xiaoya got off the bus, she was greeted by the sight of her anxious parents waiting for her. Xiaoya''s mother while holding onto her umbrella with one hand, held her daughter tightly n the other, as her daughter had never been away from home for so long.


    Xiaoya wanted to give back the money, but she knew Lu Xiaobei wouldn''t accept it, and so replied: "I''ll go buy t back myself."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya: That guy didn''t accept the traffic police''s proposition, and wasn''t satisfied with the compensation from the insurance company. The lawyer even told him that if it went to court the judgement would be upheld. After that, that guy found my dad''s company and went there to make trouble. So my parents were scared he would also come make trouble at our house, which is why they sent me to winter camp.


    Xiaoya: Alright. My mom told me to go to bed early, so I''ll sign off first. Goodnight.


    The rain falling on the car window looked like a little stream, one constantly washing everything away and preventing Xiaoya from seeing anything outside. So opening he window, Xiaoya trying to call out to Lu Xiaobei, but her mother stopped her, saying: "Aren''t you scared of the car getting watered down, or your clothes getting soaked? Close that window at once."


    "You gave her trouble, didn''t you. If you get the chance invite her over to hang out, alright? But she is a third year, though... so does she have the time to?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei: Your parents have had a hard new year, so be good at home, alright?


    Xiaoya: It''s not that I can''t tell you. I just... I just found out the real reason my family sent me to winter camp.


    Hear me out. A very long time ago, I read this article. It was about a designer living in a rich neighbourhood, who once saw a little girl fishing through the garbage bins. But what caught his eye about her, was that after she was done, she had put everything back into them one by one. This was quite a rare sight to see, as other scavengers wouldn''t care about those scattered pieces of trash left behind.


    Lu Xiaobei: I''ll see you at school the day after the next. Goodnight.


    Xiaoya: "I won''t. While I was at winter camp I also developed my will power."


    Second Update


    "Good going, sweetie. I can even see that you hold your back straight as you walk. Look like sending you to winter camp was worth it."


    Afterwards, that little girl became a model born from the slums.


    However, I believe there is no way someone like me could become a goddess.


    The rain falling on the car window looked like a little stream, one constantly washing everything away and preventing Xiaoya from seeing anything outside. So opening he window, Xiaoya trying to call out to Lu Xiaobei, but her mother stopped her, saying: "Aren''t you scared of the car getting watered down, or your clothes getting soaked? Close that window at once."


    The day winter camp ended it rained rather heavily.

 CH 15

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    The time for holidays were always brief.


    After hearing this, for a long time, Xiaoya didn''t say a word.


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    When Xiaoya walked onto the school campus with her book-bag on her back, she felt as though the sky seemed a couple of degrees greyer. But things were not the same as they were before the holidays, because the night prior, Xiaoya didn''t stay up rushing to finish her assignments, as the stack of papers were already neatly packed in her bag.


    "Why are people saying Xiaoya''s the spy? I''ve never seen her running off to Mr. Nan''s office or anything."


    Mo Yichen took the note then waved goodbye to the class monitor.


    When Xiaoya walked onto the school campus with her book-bag on her back, she felt as though the sky seemed a couple of degrees greyer. But things were not the same as they were before the holidays, because the night prior, Xiaoya didn''t stay up rushing to finish her assignments, as the stack of papers were already neatly packed in her bag.


    First Update


    The upcoming period was a break, so after dealing with Mo Yichen, Mr. Nan just left.


    ?¡ó?


    But, today, Mr. Nan had brought along some good news.


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    After this, Xiaoya regretted not running up there and curse at him, saying: "Do you think this is funny?! Do you think this is a game?! Is telling them it''s not me going to kill you?!" She even hated herself for not not running out of the classroom to the principal''s office to tear into that brain damaged man right then and there.


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    After this, Xiaoya regretted not running up there and curse at him, saying: "Do you think this is funny?! Do you think this is a game?! Is telling them it''s not me going to kill you?!" She even hated herself for not not running out of the classroom to the principal''s office to tear into that brain damaged man right then and there.


    ?¡ó?


    When she entered the classroom, Xiaoya said hello to a few students who sat in front of her. Even though they didn''t have much contact after school was done, there were still people she would have to complete group assignments with while they were at school, and would also occasionally gossip about celebrities in the break periods after a class.


    But Mo Yichen herself pointed to the seat beside Xiaoya and asked: "Sir, can I go sit over there?"


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    N/A


    The two boys turned their heads back around, and the girl seated in front of Xiaoya said with a smile, "Happy New Year! It''s just that it''s rare for you to be the one greeting us."


    To hell with quality education! Just give one less class! Not doing so will be a lifelong regret for all us students, you hear!


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    "Really?" Xiaoya took her seat, thinking it over to realise, that''s seems to be true.


    This was the schools signature. Almost all of the student there would be admitted to a C9, the top nine universities in the country; and with any luck, there''d even be one or two who get into TsinghuaT/n: Peking University is ranked at #1 and Tsinghua is #2. or Peking university.


    The girl in front: "Didn''t you have to go visit relatives? Are you''re relatives all here then?"


    But Mo Yichen herself pointed to the seat beside Xiaoya and asked: "Sir, can I go sit over there?"


    When school was finished, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen both hadn''t packed up their things as yet.


    When someone looked over, Mo Yichen just politely nodded without smiling or saying a word. Seeing this, the others in the class couldn''t help but scamper out the classroom, temporarily choking down their need to get closer to their new classmate.


    First Update


    When she entered the classroom, Xiaoya said hello to a few students who sat in front of her. Even though they didn''t have much contact after school was done, there were still people she would have to complete group assignments with while they were at school, and would also occasionally gossip about celebrities in the break periods after a class.


    The girl up in front then added: "Yu Xiaoya, you got a lot fairer over the holidays."


    While Mo Yichen packed up her things, she whispered to Xiaoya, "Your home-room teacher has a very low EQT/N: Emotional Quotient."


    Mo Yichen: "Because even though I had a hunch I wouldn''t get into the AP classes, I only found out about it today. As a result, every one of his sentences stabbed me and left a wound. Even just now, the way his fingers moved as they pointed, looked just like someone who was picking out vegetables at the market. If he was in my old class, everyone there would suck their teeth at him. It must not have been easy for you."


    During that class, for its entirety, not once did Xiaoya''s thoughts wander, nor did she stare off into the distance with vacant eyes, neither did she (as usual) write her notes mechanically without giving them much thought. Instead, those notes were taken with pens of different colours to highlight key-points.


    But after a few days, Mr. Nan stood at the front of the class, telling them confidently: "When I''m not here, I don''t want you guys playing around on your cellphones, see anybody reading any novels, or having your little conversations, because I''ll know, understood? I got a little spy in this class, so any one of your infractions, will all be reported to me."


    There, standing silently, was the fair-skinned and delicate featured Mo Yichen, with long, soft, hair reaching all the way to her chest. Regarding these looks of hers, Mo Yichen was just above the average person, but that unique and indifferent air of hers made others drawn to her but also made them not dare to get close.


    Xiaoya: "That''s because I didn''t really go outside." I also applied face cream everyday, but I don''t really know if that had anything to do with it.


    Xiaoya trembled in anger, but she had no idea what she should do. Neither did she have the courage to stand up and yell "I''m not a spy!"


    So, in the end, Xiaoya had become more introverted, while the rumours grew rampant.


    Shocked, Xiaoya stared at the podium.


    N/A


    Mr. Nan''s lack of admittance or denial had placed Xiaoya into an even more unbearable situation.


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    "Really?" Xiaoya took her seat, thinking it over to realise, that''s seems to be true.


    The girl in front: "Didn''t you have to go visit relatives? Are you''re relatives all here then?"


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    The upcoming period was a break, so after dealing with Mo Yichen, Mr. Nan just left.


    Xiaoya: "No, I just went to the winter camp over the holidays."


    Mr. Nan in return asked her: "That place is really far in the back, will you be able to see?" Mo Yichen, for a girl her age, was also rather tall. She stood at one hundred and sixty centimetresT/n: 5''3", but during the winter vacation a lot of the boys in class had also shot up like bamboos. So if she sits all the way in the back, it was possible she wouldn''t be able to see.


    However, what she never expected was for him to first ramble on about a bunch of nonsense, then simply announce the end of class. He didn''t even say the spy wasn''t Yu Xiaoya, he didn''t say anything at all!


    At first, Xiaoya thought when Mr. Nan brought up the matter it was a just her luck. She even hoped he would no longer play his game of Mission Impossible in the future.


    In that classroom, either in secret or outright, the other students glanced at Mo Yichen. But this is not only because she was a pretty, but also because she was from the experimental class. In their school, the experimental class was made up of the top forty students who had scores of those admitted to the school, while the poor scorers wouldn''t have been admitted if their parents hadn''t shelled out cash.


    N/A


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    Mo Yichen took the note then waved goodbye to the class monitor.


    The girl in front: "Winter camp? I thought there was nobody from our class who went. Did you get to play around?"


    Mo Yichen did talk about the matter any more, instead asking, "What about you? Do you have any plans?"


    Xiaoya: "I have a date with the captain, but she''s still taking an exam right now." This was because the senior grade twos and threes were having mock exams on that day.


    Xiaoya clearly knew something was different, fundamentally different from before.


    Mr. Nan''s lack of admittance or denial had placed Xiaoya into an even more unbearable situation.


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    Yu Xiaoya wrote beautifully as she silently took her notes.


    Xiaoya: "Plus, it''s great that you came to the same conclusion as me, really freaking great!"


    However, what she never expected was for him to first ramble on about a bunch of nonsense, then simply announce the end of class. He didn''t even say the spy wasn''t Yu Xiaoya, he didn''t say anything at all!


    The girl in front: "Geez, that sucks~"


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    For traversing on that ocean of knowledge, and experiencing the joy of understanding the unknown, made her want to give this day a ninety point ranking. But on account of what happened later that afternoon, she was willing to grant it a solid hundred.


    It was a new term of school, a new day.


    Xiaoya: "Okay."


    To hell with quality education! Just give one less class! Not doing so will be a lifelong regret for all us students, you hear!


    The girl up in front then added: "Yu Xiaoya, you got a lot fairer over the holidays."


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    Mo Yichen: "What''s wrong? Did you think you''re home-room teacher was really good? I''m sorry then."


    "I fell out of the top one hundred in the final exams last semester."


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    Before Xiaoya could reply the bell for the first lesson of the day had rung. Senior high school wasn''t like junior high school at all. Unlike in junior high where on the first day of the term the only thing you had to do was report in then spend the rest of the day resting. In senior high, it was daily lessons as usual or exams.


    However, what she never expected was for him to first ramble on about a bunch of nonsense, then simply announce the end of class. He didn''t even say the spy wasn''t Yu Xiaoya, he didn''t say anything at all!


    This was the schools signature. Almost all of the student there would be admitted to a C9, the top nine universities in the country; and with any luck, there''d even be one or two who get into TsinghuaT/n: Peking University is ranked at #1 and Tsinghua is #2. or Peking university.


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    Mr. Nan in return asked her: "That place is really far in the back, will you be able to see?" Mo Yichen, for a girl her age, was also rather tall. She stood at one hundred and sixty centimetresT/n: 5''3", but during the winter vacation a lot of the boys in class had also shot up like bamboos. So if she sits all the way in the back, it was possible she wouldn''t be able to see.


    Xiaoya trembled in anger, but she had no idea what she should do. Neither did she have the courage to stand up and yell "I''m not a spy!"


    Right then, the class monitor for class three came over. She was a girl with bob-length hair, and had taken the initiative to introduce herself to Mo Yichen, saying, "Mo Yichen, where do you live? I can can go there with you later to help explain everything since you''re new in class."


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    To hell with quality education! Just give one less class! Not doing so will be a lifelong regret for all us students, you hear!


    Mo Yichen: "Because even though I had a hunch I wouldn''t get into the AP classes, I only found out about it today. As a result, every one of his sentences stabbed me and left a wound. Even just now, the way his fingers moved as they pointed, looked just like someone who was picking out vegetables at the market. If he was in my old class, everyone there would suck their teeth at him. It must not have been easy for you."


    While Mo Yichen packed up her things, she whispered to Xiaoya, "Your home-room teacher has a very low EQT/N: Emotional Quotient."


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    Xiaoya: "I have a date with the captain, but she''s still taking an exam right now." This was because the senior grade twos and threes were having mock exams on that day.


    There, standing silently, was the fair-skinned and delicate featured Mo Yichen, with long, soft, hair reaching all the way to her chest. Regarding these looks of hers, Mo Yichen was just above the average person, but that unique and indifferent air of hers made others drawn to her but also made them not dare to get close.


    ?¡ó?


    "Alright then. You can go take go take a seat there for now. But next time there''s a seating change, I''ll switch your seat."


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    First Update


    Yu Xiaoya wrote beautifully as she silently took her notes.


    Xiaoya: "That''s because I didn''t really go outside." I also applied face cream everyday, but I don''t really know if that had anything to do with it.


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    Earning Xiaoya''s reply, "I really hope you get into the AP classes. But if you don''t, I''m really happy you''re here in our ordinary classes."


    "I fell out of the top one hundred in the final exams last semester."


    During that class, for its entirety, not once did Xiaoya''s thoughts wander, nor did she stare off into the distance with vacant eyes, neither did she (as usual) write her notes mechanically without giving them much thought. Instead, those notes were taken with pens of different colours to highlight key-points.


    For Xiaoya, life at school was now better than she had imagined. But this was not because the students around her had changed, no, it was because her own way of thought had. Before, when she sat alone at her desk, she may have looked indifferent on the outside, but on the inside she was in fact lonely. However, now, as she sat there alone, held dearly within her heart was the captain along with the other friends she had made at winter camp; while in her head, was a mind stuffed full of knowledge. Her entire being was happy, her entire being was content.


    When Xiaoya walked onto the school campus with her book-bag on her back, she felt as though the sky seemed a couple of degrees greyer. But things were not the same as they were before the holidays, because the night prior, Xiaoya didn''t stay up rushing to finish her assignments, as the stack of papers were already neatly packed in her bag.


    Mo Yichen''s gaze swept over the classroom, and when it fell on Xiaoya, those eyes of hers now carried a smile.


    Xiaoya: "Okay."


    So, in the end, Xiaoya had become more introverted, while the rumours grew rampant.


    The class monitor ripped out a piece of paper directly from her notebook, scribbling down a string of numbers before giving it to Mo Yichen, "That''s fine, you can just add me when you go online."


    During that class, for its entirety, not once did Xiaoya''s thoughts wander, nor did she stare off into the distance with vacant eyes, neither did she (as usual) write her notes mechanically without giving them much thought. Instead, those notes were taken with pens of different colours to highlight key-points.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya clearly knew something was different, fundamentally different from before.


    This was a rare exception for her, as it was uncommon for her to have such a strong feeling of resentment towards another person.


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I don''t really use QQ that much."


    The girl up in front then added: "Yu Xiaoya, you got a lot fairer over the holidays."


    It was a new term of school, a new day.


    ?¡ó?


    For traversing on that ocean of knowledge, and experiencing the joy of understanding the unknown, made her want to give this day a ninety point ranking. But on account of what happened later that afternoon, she was willing to grant it a solid hundred.


    Mo Yichen took the note then waved goodbye to the class monitor.


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    Mo Yichen did talk about the matter any more, instead asking, "What about you? Do you have any plans?"


    But after a few days, Mr. Nan stood at the front of the class, telling them confidently: "When I''m not here, I don''t want you guys playing around on your cellphones, see anybody reading any novels, or having your little conversations, because I''ll know, understood? I got a little spy in this class, so any one of your infractions, will all be reported to me."


    Mo Yichen''s gaze swept over the classroom, and when it fell on Xiaoya, those eyes of hers now carried a smile.


    In her class, the home-room teacher was a man in his thirties surnamed Nan, and he was a person Xiaoya greatly did not like.


    There, standing silently, was the fair-skinned and delicate featured Mo Yichen, with long, soft, hair reaching all the way to her chest. Regarding these looks of hers, Mo Yichen was just above the average person, but that unique and indifferent air of hers made others drawn to her but also made them not dare to get close.


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    During that class, for its entirety, not once did Xiaoya''s thoughts wander, nor did she stare off into the distance with vacant eyes, neither did she (as usual) write her notes mechanically without giving them much thought. Instead, those notes were taken with pens of different colours to highlight key-points.


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    Mr. Nan in return asked her: "That place is really far in the back, will you be able to see?" Mo Yichen, for a girl her age, was also rather tall. She stood at one hundred and sixty centimetresT/n: 5''3", but during the winter vacation a lot of the boys in class had also shot up like bamboos. So if she sits all the way in the back, it was possible she wouldn''t be able to see.


    Mo Yichen: "What''s wrong? Did you think you''re home-room teacher was really good? I''m sorry then."


    This was a rare exception for her, as it was uncommon for her to have such a strong feeling of resentment towards another person.


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    It was all due to an incident that began at the start of the semester just passed, one where Mr. Nan assigned Xiaoya¡ªa girl¡ªthe one single seat at the back of the class. Xiaoya wasn''t happy about this one bit, but somebody had to sit there, and it was something she understood.


    Xiaoya couldn''t help herself from adding to her complaints, "At the beginning of every semester he even gives us all a piece of white note paper then make us write anonymous suggestions on how to manage the class. And one time, I remember him saying he was thinking about ways to manage the class at two o''clock in the morning. I really, really, wanted to tell him to tell him to just prepare the lessons properly and not make the class so go awful, and that would make the class a hundred times better than any of his insane ideas."


    "Really?" Xiaoya took her seat, thinking it over to realise, that''s seems to be true.


    "It''s okay now. I''ll be with you from now on." Mo Yichen comforted.


    Shocked, Xiaoya stared at the podium.


    "It''s okay now. I''ll be with you from now on." Mo Yichen comforted.


    N/A


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    But after a few days, Mr. Nan stood at the front of the class, telling them confidently: "When I''m not here, I don''t want you guys playing around on your cellphones, see anybody reading any novels, or having your little conversations, because I''ll know, understood? I got a little spy in this class, so any one of your infractions, will all be reported to me."


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it at the time, her only thought being that teacher of hers just watched a few too many spy films and was trying to act it out at school. At least it was like this until the first month of school had passed, where the yet to have made any friends, Xiaoya, overheard two girls from her class talking about her.


    To which Mo Yichen replied: "It''s not an issue, I''ll be able to see from there."


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    While Mo Yichen packed up her things, she whispered to Xiaoya, "Your home-room teacher has a very low EQT/N: Emotional Quotient."


    In her class, the home-room teacher was a man in his thirties surnamed Nan, and he was a person Xiaoya greatly did not like.


    Furthermore, back then, Xiaoya couldn''t think up a way out of it, and lacked the courage to stand up for herself too. So all she could do was squeeze her arms and try to not let herself cry in front of them. Maintaining at least that last bit of her dignity took all the strength she had left.


    "Why are people saying Xiaoya''s the spy? I''ve never seen her running off to Mr. Nan''s office or anything."


    Xiaoya sighed, then replied: "He doesn''t target anyone, he''s just toxic and insane. I. loathe. him."


    N/A


    But Mo Yichen herself pointed to the seat beside Xiaoya and asked: "Sir, can I go sit over there?"


    N/A


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    The girl in front: "Winter camp? I thought there was nobody from our class who went. Did you get to play around?"


    ?¡ó?


    He clearly knew everyone was assuming it was her, as well as trying to lay the blame for their demerits on her head. Yet, he didn''t seem to care. Or maybe he was just happy someone else had helped in diverting attention away from the real spy he had there.


    Xiaoya trembled in anger, but she had no idea what she should do. Neither did she have the courage to stand up and yell "I''m not a spy!"


    Xiaoya: "Okay."


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    The girl in front: "Geez, that sucks~"


    Shocked, Xiaoya stared at the podium.


    In her class, the home-room teacher was a man in his thirties surnamed Nan, and he was a person Xiaoya greatly did not like.


    What''s more, doing something like that would just make her look like an idiot.


    The class monitor ripped out a piece of paper directly from her notebook, scribbling down a string of numbers before giving it to Mo Yichen, "That''s fine, you can just add me when you go online."


    When school was finished, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen both hadn''t packed up their things as yet.


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    The girl in front: "Geez, that sucks~"


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    This was the schools signature. Almost all of the student there would be admitted to a C9, the top nine universities in the country; and with any luck, there''d even be one or two who get into TsinghuaT/n: Peking University is ranked at #1 and Tsinghua is #2. or Peking university.


    The class monitor''s tone was dejected, with her replying: "That''s alright. We''ll have more chances to in the future. But since it''s like this, I''ll give you my number so we can message each other on QQT/N: An instant messaging service.?"


    So, in the end, Xiaoya had become more introverted, while the rumours grew rampant.


    It was a new term of school, a new day.


    When Xiaoya walked onto the school campus with her book-bag on her back, she felt as though the sky seemed a couple of degrees greyer. But things were not the same as they were before the holidays, because the night prior, Xiaoya didn''t stay up rushing to finish her assignments, as the stack of papers were already neatly packed in her bag.


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    Xiaoya sighed, then replied: "He doesn''t target anyone, he''s just toxic and insane. I. loathe. him."


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    Xiaoya couldn''t help herself from adding to her complaints, "At the beginning of every semester he even gives us all a piece of white note paper then make us write anonymous suggestions on how to manage the class. And one time, I remember him saying he was thinking about ways to manage the class at two o''clock in the morning. I really, really, wanted to tell him to tell him to just prepare the lessons properly and not make the class so go awful, and that would make the class a hundred times better than any of his insane ideas."


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I don''t really use QQ that much."


    Xiaoya: "That''s because I didn''t really go outside." I also applied face cream everyday, but I don''t really know if that had anything to do with it.


    From beside her, Xiaoya covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "Yichen, you''re really popular." After the class monitor''s sad defeat, the other boys and girls of the class realised there was no hope, and so packed up their things then left the class.


    "This student here is Mo Yichen. At the end of the last semester our class'' Wang Jianjun was admitted into the AP class, and the experimental classes have been disbanded. So Mo Yichen here was transferred to our class. Apart from the final exam last semester, she was in the top thirty of her grade in every monthly exam, so you should all learn a lot from her. Understood?"


    Furthermore, back then, Xiaoya couldn''t think up a way out of it, and lacked the courage to stand up for herself too. So all she could do was squeeze her arms and try to not let herself cry in front of them. Maintaining at least that last bit of her dignity took all the strength she had left.


    Xiaoya: "That''s because I didn''t really go outside." I also applied face cream everyday, but I don''t really know if that had anything to do with it.


    N/A


    At first, Xiaoya thought when Mr. Nan brought up the matter it was a just her luck. She even hoped he would no longer play his game of Mission Impossible in the future.


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    However, what she never expected was for him to first ramble on about a bunch of nonsense, then simply announce the end of class. He didn''t even say the spy wasn''t Yu Xiaoya, he didn''t say anything at all!


    It was already rare for Xiaoya to recall that incident during the meeting in her class, but every time she had, she would still cry all alone. However, after the winter camp, those feelings of Xiaoya was dispelled a little, because Lu Xiaobei said she was good, so the words of others meant nothing.


    He clearly knew everyone was assuming it was her, as well as trying to lay the blame for their demerits on her head. Yet, he didn''t seem to care. Or maybe he was just happy someone else had helped in diverting attention away from the real spy he had there.


    "This student here is Mo Yichen. At the end of the last semester our class'' Wang Jianjun was admitted into the AP class, and the experimental classes have been disbanded. So Mo Yichen here was transferred to our class. Apart from the final exam last semester, she was in the top thirty of her grade in every monthly exam, so you should all learn a lot from her. Understood?"


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    From beside her, Xiaoya covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "Yichen, you''re really popular." After the class monitor''s sad defeat, the other boys and girls of the class realised there was no hope, and so packed up their things then left the class.


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    The class monitor''s tone was dejected, with her replying: "That''s alright. We''ll have more chances to in the future. But since it''s like this, I''ll give you my number so we can message each other on QQT/N: An instant messaging service.?"


    Xiaoya trembled in anger, but she had no idea what she should do. Neither did she have the courage to stand up and yell "I''m not a spy!"


    "This student here is Mo Yichen. At the end of the last semester our class'' Wang Jianjun was admitted into the AP class, and the experimental classes have been disbanded. So Mo Yichen here was transferred to our class. Apart from the final exam last semester, she was in the top thirty of her grade in every monthly exam, so you should all learn a lot from her. Understood?"


    After this, Xiaoya regretted not running up there and curse at him, saying: "Do you think this is funny?! Do you think this is a game?! Is telling them it''s not me going to kill you?!" She even hated herself for not not running out of the classroom to the principal''s office to tear into that brain damaged man right then and there.


    The girl up in front then added: "Yu Xiaoya, you got a lot fairer over the holidays."


    N/A


    N/A


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    For Xiaoya, life at school was now better than she had imagined. But this was not because the students around her had changed, no, it was because her own way of thought had. Before, when she sat alone at her desk, she may have looked indifferent on the outside, but on the inside she was in fact lonely. However, now, as she sat there alone, held dearly within her heart was the captain along with the other friends she had made at winter camp; while in her head, was a mind stuffed full of knowledge. Her entire being was happy, her entire being was content.


    Regardless of whether they believe it, shouldn''t you help an innocent student by saying something?


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I can''t. I have to something to do with a friend from class two so I have to wait for her and won''t be leaving now. Thanks for the offer."


    N/A


    ?¡ó?


    Mr. Nan''s lack of admittance or denial had placed Xiaoya into an even more unbearable situation.


    Right then, the class monitor for class three came over. She was a girl with bob-length hair, and had taken the initiative to introduce herself to Mo Yichen, saying, "Mo Yichen, where do you live? I can can go there with you later to help explain everything since you''re new in class."


    While Mo Yichen packed up her things, she whispered to Xiaoya, "Your home-room teacher has a very low EQT/N: Emotional Quotient."


    If only I could be with Captain every single day, Xiaoya had such a thought on her way.


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    Xiaoya: "I have a date with the captain, but she''s still taking an exam right now." This was because the senior grade twos and threes were having mock exams on that day.


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I don''t really use QQ that much."


    To which Mo Yichen replied: "It''s not an issue, I''ll be able to see from there."


    Furthermore, back then, Xiaoya couldn''t think up a way out of it, and lacked the courage to stand up for herself too. So all she could do was squeeze her arms and try to not let herself cry in front of them. Maintaining at least that last bit of her dignity took all the strength she had left.


    "It''s okay now. I''ll be with you from now on." Mo Yichen comforted.


    Mo Yichen did talk about the matter any more, instead asking, "What about you? Do you have any plans?"


    Xiaoya: "I have a date with the captain, but she''s still taking an exam right now." This was because the senior grade twos and threes were having mock exams on that day.


    In that classroom, either in secret or outright, the other students glanced at Mo Yichen. But this is not only because she was a pretty, but also because she was from the experimental class. In their school, the experimental class was made up of the top forty students who had scores of those admitted to the school, while the poor scorers wouldn''t have been admitted if their parents hadn''t shelled out cash.


    "Really?" Xiaoya took her seat, thinking it over to realise, that''s seems to be true.


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    For Xiaoya, life at school was now better than she had imagined. But this was not because the students around her had changed, no, it was because her own way of thought had. Before, when she sat alone at her desk, she may have looked indifferent on the outside, but on the inside she was in fact lonely. However, now, as she sat there alone, held dearly within her heart was the captain along with the other friends she had made at winter camp; while in her head, was a mind stuffed full of knowledge. Her entire being was happy, her entire being was content.


    First Update


    Right then, the class monitor for class three came over. She was a girl with bob-length hair, and had taken the initiative to introduce herself to Mo Yichen, saying, "Mo Yichen, where do you live? I can can go there with you later to help explain everything since you''re new in class."


    Xiaoya clearly knew something was different, fundamentally different from before.


    ?¡ó?


    ?¡ó?


    When school was finished, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen both hadn''t packed up their things as yet.


    It was already rare for Xiaoya to recall that incident during the meeting in her class, but every time she had, she would still cry all alone. However, after the winter camp, those feelings of Xiaoya was dispelled a little, because Lu Xiaobei said she was good, so the words of others meant nothing.


    He clearly knew everyone was assuming it was her, as well as trying to lay the blame for their demerits on her head. Yet, he didn''t seem to care. Or maybe he was just happy someone else had helped in diverting attention away from the real spy he had there.


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    It was already rare for Xiaoya to recall that incident during the meeting in her class, but every time she had, she would still cry all alone. However, after the winter camp, those feelings of Xiaoya was dispelled a little, because Lu Xiaobei said she was good, so the words of others meant nothing.


    In her class, the home-room teacher was a man in his thirties surnamed Nan, and he was a person Xiaoya greatly did not like.


    In that classroom, either in secret or outright, the other students glanced at Mo Yichen. But this is not only because she was a pretty, but also because she was from the experimental class. In their school, the experimental class was made up of the top forty students who had scores of those admitted to the school, while the poor scorers wouldn''t have been admitted if their parents hadn''t shelled out cash.


    But, today, Mr. Nan had brought along some good news.


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    "This student here is Mo Yichen. At the end of the last semester our class'' Wang Jianjun was admitted into the AP class, and the experimental classes have been disbanded. So Mo Yichen here was transferred to our class. Apart from the final exam last semester, she was in the top thirty of her grade in every monthly exam, so you should all learn a lot from her. Understood?"


    For traversing on that ocean of knowledge, and experiencing the joy of understanding the unknown, made her want to give this day a ninety point ranking. But on account of what happened later that afternoon, she was willing to grant it a solid hundred.


    When Xiaoya walked onto the school campus with her book-bag on her back, she felt as though the sky seemed a couple of degrees greyer. But things were not the same as they were before the holidays, because the night prior, Xiaoya didn''t stay up rushing to finish her assignments, as the stack of papers were already neatly packed in her bag.


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I can''t. I have to something to do with a friend from class two so I have to wait for her and won''t be leaving now. Thanks for the offer."


    When she entered the classroom, Xiaoya said hello to a few students who sat in front of her. Even though they didn''t have much contact after school was done, there were still people she would have to complete group assignments with while they were at school, and would also occasionally gossip about celebrities in the break periods after a class.


    Shocked, Xiaoya stared at the podium.


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    There, standing silently, was the fair-skinned and delicate featured Mo Yichen, with long, soft, hair reaching all the way to her chest. Regarding these looks of hers, Mo Yichen was just above the average person, but that unique and indifferent air of hers made others drawn to her but also made them not dare to get close.


    What''s more, doing something like that would just make her look like an idiot.


    Mo Yichen''s gaze swept over the classroom, and when it fell on Xiaoya, those eyes of hers now carried a smile.


    N/A


    This was a rare exception for her, as it was uncommon for her to have such a strong feeling of resentment towards another person.


    There, standing silently, was the fair-skinned and delicate featured Mo Yichen, with long, soft, hair reaching all the way to her chest. Regarding these looks of hers, Mo Yichen was just above the average person, but that unique and indifferent air of hers made others drawn to her but also made them not dare to get close.


    "This student here is Mo Yichen. At the end of the last semester our class'' Wang Jianjun was admitted into the AP class, and the experimental classes have been disbanded. So Mo Yichen here was transferred to our class. Apart from the final exam last semester, she was in the top thirty of her grade in every monthly exam, so you should all learn a lot from her. Understood?"


    From beside her, Xiaoya covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "Yichen, you''re really popular." After the class monitor''s sad defeat, the other boys and girls of the class realised there was no hope, and so packed up their things then left the class.


    Mr. Nan used his finger to point at the class, wanting to move another student to the back to make room for Mo Yichen. Everyone was agitated, all of them wanting to be desk mates with the beauty from the experimental class, but also didn''t want to get sent to the back row.


    Furthermore, back then, Xiaoya couldn''t think up a way out of it, and lacked the courage to stand up for herself too. So all she could do was squeeze her arms and try to not let herself cry in front of them. Maintaining at least that last bit of her dignity took all the strength she had left.


    Mo Yichen did talk about the matter any more, instead asking, "What about you? Do you have any plans?"


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    It was already rare for Xiaoya to recall that incident during the meeting in her class, but every time she had, she would still cry all alone. However, after the winter camp, those feelings of Xiaoya was dispelled a little, because Lu Xiaobei said she was good, so the words of others meant nothing.


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    The girl in front: "Didn''t you have to go visit relatives? Are you''re relatives all here then?"


    "This student here is Mo Yichen. At the end of the last semester our class'' Wang Jianjun was admitted into the AP class, and the experimental classes have been disbanded. So Mo Yichen here was transferred to our class. Apart from the final exam last semester, she was in the top thirty of her grade in every monthly exam, so you should all learn a lot from her. Understood?"


    Xiaoya trembled in anger, but she had no idea what she should do. Neither did she have the courage to stand up and yell "I''m not a spy!"


    But Mo Yichen herself pointed to the seat beside Xiaoya and asked: "Sir, can I go sit over there?"


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    Xiaoya: "Why?" Did you realise it when you came this morning?


    ?¡ó?


    To which Mo Yichen replied: "It''s not an issue, I''ll be able to see from there."


    "I fell out of the top one hundred in the final exams last semester."


    He clearly knew everyone was assuming it was her, as well as trying to lay the blame for their demerits on her head. Yet, he didn''t seem to care. Or maybe he was just happy someone else had helped in diverting attention away from the real spy he had there.


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    Mr. Nan in return asked her: "That place is really far in the back, will you be able to see?" Mo Yichen, for a girl her age, was also rather tall. She stood at one hundred and sixty centimetresT/n: 5''3", but during the winter vacation a lot of the boys in class had also shot up like bamboos. So if she sits all the way in the back, it was possible she wouldn''t be able to see.


    Xiaoya: "No, I just went to the winter camp over the holidays."


    To which Mo Yichen replied: "It''s not an issue, I''ll be able to see from there."


    Shocked, Xiaoya stared at the podium.


    For traversing on that ocean of knowledge, and experiencing the joy of understanding the unknown, made her want to give this day a ninety point ranking. But on account of what happened later that afternoon, she was willing to grant it a solid hundred.


    "Alright then. You can go take go take a seat there for now. But next time there''s a seating change, I''ll switch your seat."


    He clearly knew everyone was assuming it was her, as well as trying to lay the blame for their demerits on her head. Yet, he didn''t seem to care. Or maybe he was just happy someone else had helped in diverting attention away from the real spy he had there.


    The girl in front: "Winter camp? I thought there was nobody from our class who went. Did you get to play around?"


    The class monitor ripped out a piece of paper directly from her notebook, scribbling down a string of numbers before giving it to Mo Yichen, "That''s fine, you can just add me when you go online."


    "Ding Dong Dang Dong"


    "Alright then. You can go take go take a seat there for now. But next time there''s a seating change, I''ll switch your seat."


    Xiaoya: "Why?" Did you realise it when you came this morning?


    "Why are people saying Xiaoya''s the spy? I''ve never seen her running off to Mr. Nan''s office or anything."


    But, today, Mr. Nan had brought along some good news.


    But Mo Yichen herself pointed to the seat beside Xiaoya and asked: "Sir, can I go sit over there?"


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    The upcoming period was a break, so after dealing with Mo Yichen, Mr. Nan just left.


    Xiaoya clearly knew something was different, fundamentally different from before.


    When Xiaoya walked onto the school campus with her book-bag on her back, she felt as though the sky seemed a couple of degrees greyer. But things were not the same as they were before the holidays, because the night prior, Xiaoya didn''t stay up rushing to finish her assignments, as the stack of papers were already neatly packed in her bag.


    Xiaoya: "Why?" Did you realise it when you came this morning?


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    So, in the end, Xiaoya had become more introverted, while the rumours grew rampant.


    It was all due to an incident that began at the start of the semester just passed, one where Mr. Nan assigned Xiaoya¡ªa girl¡ªthe one single seat at the back of the class. Xiaoya wasn''t happy about this one bit, but somebody had to sit there, and it was something she understood.


    Mr. Nan used his finger to point at the class, wanting to move another student to the back to make room for Mo Yichen. Everyone was agitated, all of them wanting to be desk mates with the beauty from the experimental class, but also didn''t want to get sent to the back row.


    The girl in front: "Geez, that sucks~"


    The girl in front: "Winter camp? I thought there was nobody from our class who went. Did you get to play around?"


    Mr. Nan in return asked her: "That place is really far in the back, will you be able to see?" Mo Yichen, for a girl her age, was also rather tall. She stood at one hundred and sixty centimetresT/n: 5''3", but during the winter vacation a lot of the boys in class had also shot up like bamboos. So if she sits all the way in the back, it was possible she wouldn''t be able to see.


    But after a few days, Mr. Nan stood at the front of the class, telling them confidently: "When I''m not here, I don''t want you guys playing around on your cellphones, see anybody reading any novels, or having your little conversations, because I''ll know, understood? I got a little spy in this class, so any one of your infractions, will all be reported to me."


    "I fell out of the top one hundred in the final exams last semester."


    From beside her, Xiaoya covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "Yichen, you''re really popular." After the class monitor''s sad defeat, the other boys and girls of the class realised there was no hope, and so packed up their things then left the class.


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    First Update


    In that classroom, either in secret or outright, the other students glanced at Mo Yichen. But this is not only because she was a pretty, but also because she was from the experimental class. In their school, the experimental class was made up of the top forty students who had scores of those admitted to the school, while the poor scorers wouldn''t have been admitted if their parents hadn''t shelled out cash.


    Mo Yichen: "It just so happens, I have a date with Xiang Yi as well. So how abut we wait together?"


    This was the schools signature. Almost all of the student there would be admitted to a C9, the top nine universities in the country; and with any luck, there''d even be one or two who get into TsinghuaT/n: Peking University is ranked at #1 and Tsinghua is #2. or Peking university.


    Mr. Nan used his finger to point at the class, wanting to move another student to the back to make room for Mo Yichen. Everyone was agitated, all of them wanting to be desk mates with the beauty from the experimental class, but also didn''t want to get sent to the back row.


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I don''t really use QQ that much."


    "Why are people saying Xiaoya''s the spy? I''ve never seen her running off to Mr. Nan''s office or anything."


    N/A


    Then there was a day when Mr. Nan was again talking nonsense in class, saying, "I know you guys have been trying to guess who the class spy is, and that a lot of you think it''s Xiaoya. But why are you all wasting time making assumptions? As long as you all don''t break the rules, what''s there for you to be afraid of?"


    Mo Yichen did talk about the matter any more, instead asking, "What about you? Do you have any plans?"


    Earning Xiaoya''s reply, "I really hope you get into the AP classes. But if you don''t, I''m really happy you''re here in our ordinary classes."


    When someone looked over, Mo Yichen just politely nodded without smiling or saying a word. Seeing this, the others in the class couldn''t help but scamper out the classroom, temporarily choking down their need to get closer to their new classmate.


    Regardless of whether they believe it, shouldn''t you help an innocent student by saying something?


    While Mo Yichen packed up her things, she whispered to Xiaoya, "Your home-room teacher has a very low EQT/N: Emotional Quotient."


    Earning Xiaoya''s reply, "I really hope you get into the AP classes. But if you don''t, I''m really happy you''re here in our ordinary classes."


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    ?¡ó?


    When school was finished, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen both hadn''t packed up their things as yet.


    When school was finished, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen both hadn''t packed up their things as yet.


    Xiaoya: "Okay."


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    Xiaoya: "Why?" Did you realise it when you came this morning?


    But, today, Mr. Nan had brought along some good news.


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I don''t really use QQ that much."


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it at the time, her only thought being that teacher of hers just watched a few too many spy films and was trying to act it out at school. At least it was like this until the first month of school had passed, where the yet to have made any friends, Xiaoya, overheard two girls from her class talking about her.


    In her class, the home-room teacher was a man in his thirties surnamed Nan, and he was a person Xiaoya greatly did not like.


    Mo Yichen: "Because even though I had a hunch I wouldn''t get into the AP classes, I only found out about it today. As a result, every one of his sentences stabbed me and left a wound. Even just now, the way his fingers moved as they pointed, looked just like someone who was picking out vegetables at the market. If he was in my old class, everyone there would suck their teeth at him. It must not have been easy for you."


    "Really?" Xiaoya took her seat, thinking it over to realise, that''s seems to be true.


    Furthermore, back then, Xiaoya couldn''t think up a way out of it, and lacked the courage to stand up for herself too. So all she could do was squeeze her arms and try to not let herself cry in front of them. Maintaining at least that last bit of her dignity took all the strength she had left.


    Mo Yichen: "What''s wrong? Did you think you''re home-room teacher was really good? I''m sorry then."


    To hell with quality education! Just give one less class! Not doing so will be a lifelong regret for all us students, you hear!


    "Alright then. You can go take go take a seat there for now. But next time there''s a seating change, I''ll switch your seat."


    After hearing this, for a long time, Xiaoya didn''t say a word.


    In that classroom, either in secret or outright, the other students glanced at Mo Yichen. But this is not only because she was a pretty, but also because she was from the experimental class. In their school, the experimental class was made up of the top forty students who had scores of those admitted to the school, while the poor scorers wouldn''t have been admitted if their parents hadn''t shelled out cash.


    The time for holidays were always brief.


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    Mo Yichen: "What''s wrong? Did you think you''re home-room teacher was really good? I''m sorry then."


    "I fell out of the top one hundred in the final exams last semester."


    Xiaoya sighed, then replied: "He doesn''t target anyone, he''s just toxic and insane. I. loathe. him."


    Mr. Nan''s lack of admittance or denial had placed Xiaoya into an even more unbearable situation.


    Mo Yichen: "It just so happens, I have a date with Xiang Yi as well. So how abut we wait together?"


    From beside her, Xiaoya covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "Yichen, you''re really popular." After the class monitor''s sad defeat, the other boys and girls of the class realised there was no hope, and so packed up their things then left the class.


    Mo Yichen: "What''s wrong? Did you think you''re home-room teacher was really good? I''m sorry then."


    The class monitor''s tone was dejected, with her replying: "That''s alright. We''ll have more chances to in the future. But since it''s like this, I''ll give you my number so we can message each other on QQT/N: An instant messaging service.?"


    Xiaoya: "Plus, it''s great that you came to the same conclusion as me, really freaking great!"


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    The time for holidays were always brief.


    Mo Yichen: "It just so happens, I have a date with Xiang Yi as well. So how abut we wait together?"


    Xiaoya couldn''t help herself from adding to her complaints, "At the beginning of every semester he even gives us all a piece of white note paper then make us write anonymous suggestions on how to manage the class. And one time, I remember him saying he was thinking about ways to manage the class at two o''clock in the morning. I really, really, wanted to tell him to tell him to just prepare the lessons properly and not make the class so go awful, and that would make the class a hundred times better than any of his insane ideas."


    Before Xiaoya could reply the bell for the first lesson of the day had rung. Senior high school wasn''t like junior high school at all. Unlike in junior high where on the first day of the term the only thing you had to do was report in then spend the rest of the day resting. In senior high, it was daily lessons as usual or exams.


    What''s more, doing something like that would just make her look like an idiot.


    It was a new term of school, a new day.


    Xiaoya clearly knew something was different, fundamentally different from before.


    The class monitor''s tone was dejected, with her replying: "That''s alright. We''ll have more chances to in the future. But since it''s like this, I''ll give you my number so we can message each other on QQT/N: An instant messaging service.?"


    "It''s okay now. I''ll be with you from now on." Mo Yichen comforted.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it at the time, her only thought being that teacher of hers just watched a few too many spy films and was trying to act it out at school. At least it was like this until the first month of school had passed, where the yet to have made any friends, Xiaoya, overheard two girls from her class talking about her.


    Mo Yichen took the note then waved goodbye to the class monitor.


    While Mo Yichen packed up her things, she whispered to Xiaoya, "Your home-room teacher has a very low EQT/N: Emotional Quotient."


    "It''s okay now. I''ll be with you from now on." Mo Yichen comforted.


    Mo Yichen''s gaze swept over the classroom, and when it fell on Xiaoya, those eyes of hers now carried a smile.


    Mo Yichen''s gaze swept over the classroom, and when it fell on Xiaoya, those eyes of hers now carried a smile.


    Mo Yichen took the note then waved goodbye to the class monitor.


    Earning Xiaoya''s reply, "I really hope you get into the AP classes. But if you don''t, I''m really happy you''re here in our ordinary classes."


    But after a few days, Mr. Nan stood at the front of the class, telling them confidently: "When I''m not here, I don''t want you guys playing around on your cellphones, see anybody reading any novels, or having your little conversations, because I''ll know, understood? I got a little spy in this class, so any one of your infractions, will all be reported to me."


    But, today, Mr. Nan had brought along some good news.


    But before Xiaoya was finished taking off her book-bag, she noticed a few classmates stunned expressions while staring at her. "Is something wrong?"


    ?¡ó?


    The upcoming period was a break, so after dealing with Mo Yichen, Mr. Nan just left.


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    ?¡ó?


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    Earning Xiaoya''s reply, "I really hope you get into the AP classes. But if you don''t, I''m really happy you''re here in our ordinary classes."


    When school was finished, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen both hadn''t packed up their things as yet.


    At first, Xiaoya thought when Mr. Nan brought up the matter it was a just her luck. She even hoped he would no longer play his game of Mission Impossible in the future.


    But after a few days, Mr. Nan stood at the front of the class, telling them confidently: "When I''m not here, I don''t want you guys playing around on your cellphones, see anybody reading any novels, or having your little conversations, because I''ll know, understood? I got a little spy in this class, so any one of your infractions, will all be reported to me."


    Xiaoya: "No, I just went to the winter camp over the holidays."


    So, in the end, Xiaoya had become more introverted, while the rumours grew rampant.


    In that classroom, either in secret or outright, the other students glanced at Mo Yichen. But this is not only because she was a pretty, but also because she was from the experimental class. In their school, the experimental class was made up of the top forty students who had scores of those admitted to the school, while the poor scorers wouldn''t have been admitted if their parents hadn''t shelled out cash.


    Right then, the class monitor for class three came over. She was a girl with bob-length hair, and had taken the initiative to introduce herself to Mo Yichen, saying, "Mo Yichen, where do you live? I can can go there with you later to help explain everything since you''re new in class."


    When she entered the classroom, Xiaoya said hello to a few students who sat in front of her. Even though they didn''t have much contact after school was done, there were still people she would have to complete group assignments with while they were at school, and would also occasionally gossip about celebrities in the break periods after a class.


    It was all due to an incident that began at the start of the semester just passed, one where Mr. Nan assigned Xiaoya¡ªa girl¡ªthe one single seat at the back of the class. Xiaoya wasn''t happy about this one bit, but somebody had to sit there, and it was something she understood.


    In that familiar classroom, with its familiar students, and its familiar teacher...


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I can''t. I have to something to do with a friend from class two so I have to wait for her and won''t be leaving now. Thanks for the offer."


    During that class, for its entirety, not once did Xiaoya''s thoughts wander, nor did she stare off into the distance with vacant eyes, neither did she (as usual) write her notes mechanically without giving them much thought. Instead, those notes were taken with pens of different colours to highlight key-points.


    To which Mo Yichen replied: "It''s not an issue, I''ll be able to see from there."


    Mo Yichen: "Because even though I had a hunch I wouldn''t get into the AP classes, I only found out about it today. As a result, every one of his sentences stabbed me and left a wound. Even just now, the way his fingers moved as they pointed, looked just like someone who was picking out vegetables at the market. If he was in my old class, everyone there would suck their teeth at him. It must not have been easy for you."


    The class monitor''s tone was dejected, with her replying: "That''s alright. We''ll have more chances to in the future. But since it''s like this, I''ll give you my number so we can message each other on QQT/N: An instant messaging service.?"


    ?¡ó?


    Yu Xiaoya wrote beautifully as she silently took her notes.


    Mo Yichen: "It just so happens, I have a date with Xiang Yi as well. So how abut we wait together?"


    The girl up in front then added: "Yu Xiaoya, you got a lot fairer over the holidays."


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "No, I just went to the winter camp over the holidays."


    At first, Xiaoya thought when Mr. Nan brought up the matter it was a just her luck. She even hoped he would no longer play his game of Mission Impossible in the future.


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I don''t really use QQ that much."


    Xiaoya: "Plus, it''s great that you came to the same conclusion as me, really freaking great!"


    Mr. Nan used his finger to point at the class, wanting to move another student to the back to make room for Mo Yichen. Everyone was agitated, all of them wanting to be desk mates with the beauty from the experimental class, but also didn''t want to get sent to the back row.


    After this, Xiaoya regretted not running up there and curse at him, saying: "Do you think this is funny?! Do you think this is a game?! Is telling them it''s not me going to kill you?!" She even hated herself for not not running out of the classroom to the principal''s office to tear into that brain damaged man right then and there.


    The class monitor ripped out a piece of paper directly from her notebook, scribbling down a string of numbers before giving it to Mo Yichen, "That''s fine, you can just add me when you go online."


    The two boys turned their heads back around, and the girl seated in front of Xiaoya said with a smile, "Happy New Year! It''s just that it''s rare for you to be the one greeting us."


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    When she entered the classroom, Xiaoya said hello to a few students who sat in front of her. Even though they didn''t have much contact after school was done, there were still people she would have to complete group assignments with while they were at school, and would also occasionally gossip about celebrities in the break periods after a class.


    Mo Yichen: "What''s wrong? Did you think you''re home-room teacher was really good? I''m sorry then."


    The upcoming period was a break, so after dealing with Mo Yichen, Mr. Nan just left.


    Shocked, Xiaoya stared at the podium.


    Xiaoya: "That''s because I didn''t really go outside." I also applied face cream everyday, but I don''t really know if that had anything to do with it.


    Mo Yichen took the note then waved goodbye to the class monitor.


    It was all due to an incident that began at the start of the semester just passed, one where Mr. Nan assigned Xiaoya¡ªa girl¡ªthe one single seat at the back of the class. Xiaoya wasn''t happy about this one bit, but somebody had to sit there, and it was something she understood.


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I can''t. I have to something to do with a friend from class two so I have to wait for her and won''t be leaving now. Thanks for the offer."


    During that class, for its entirety, not once did Xiaoya''s thoughts wander, nor did she stare off into the distance with vacant eyes, neither did she (as usual) write her notes mechanically without giving them much thought. Instead, those notes were taken with pens of different colours to highlight key-points.


    Mr. Nan used his finger to point at the class, wanting to move another student to the back to make room for Mo Yichen. Everyone was agitated, all of them wanting to be desk mates with the beauty from the experimental class, but also didn''t want to get sent to the back row.


    Mo Yichen: "It just so happens, I have a date with Xiang Yi as well. So how abut we wait together?"


    N/A


    So, in the end, Xiaoya had become more introverted, while the rumours grew rampant.


    From beside her, Xiaoya covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "Yichen, you''re really popular." After the class monitor''s sad defeat, the other boys and girls of the class realised there was no hope, and so packed up their things then left the class.


    Mo Yichen''s gaze swept over the classroom, and when it fell on Xiaoya, those eyes of hers now carried a smile.


    Xiaoya: "No, I just went to the winter camp over the holidays."


    Xiaoya trembled in anger, but she had no idea what she should do. Neither did she have the courage to stand up and yell "I''m not a spy!"


    The time for holidays were always brief.


    Xiaoya: "Not even. It was basically just a self-study class. I only got to go out three or four times in total."


    Mo Yichen: "I''m sorry, but I can''t. I have to something to do with a friend from class two so I have to wait for her and won''t be leaving now. Thanks for the offer."


    It was a new term of school, a new day.


    Mo Yichen did talk about the matter any more, instead asking, "What about you? Do you have any plans?"


    The class monitor''s tone was dejected, with her replying: "That''s alright. We''ll have more chances to in the future. But since it''s like this, I''ll give you my number so we can message each other on QQT/N: An instant messaging service.?"


    Xiaoya: "I have a date with the captain, but she''s still taking an exam right now." This was because the senior grade twos and threes were having mock exams on that day.


    When someone looked over, Mo Yichen just politely nodded without smiling or saying a word. Seeing this, the others in the class couldn''t help but scamper out the classroom, temporarily choking down their need to get closer to their new classmate.


    Xiaoya didn''t understand it at the time, her only thought being that teacher of hers just watched a few too many spy films and was trying to act it out at school. At least it was like this until the first month of school had passed, where the yet to have made any friends, Xiaoya, overheard two girls from her class talking about her.


    They wanted to be picked by Mr. Nan, but didn''t want to be picked.


    For traversing on that ocean of knowledge, and experiencing the joy of understanding the unknown, made her want to give this day a ninety point ranking. But on account of what happened later that afternoon, she was willing to grant it a solid hundred.


    The girl in front: "Didn''t you have to go visit relatives? Are you''re relatives all here then?"


    Mo Yichen: "It just so happens, I have a date with Xiang Yi as well. So how abut we wait together?"


    Mo Yichen made her way over, and Xiaoya excitedly pulled out her seat, "How did you end up coming to this class?"


    "I don''t know either. But for it to spread around that she is, it must be based on something, right? Although, to me, she just looked lonely and maybe a bit difficult to get to know. Anyway, she is the most suspicious one out of everyone, so whatever you do, avoid her a little and don''t get too close to her, okay?"


    To cope, she acted as if she didn''t care.


    To which Mo Yichen replied: "It''s not an issue, I''ll be able to see from there."


    Xiaoya: "That''s because I didn''t really go outside." I also applied face cream everyday, but I don''t really know if that had anything to do with it.


    Xiaoya: "Okay."


    Xiaoya: "I have a date with the captain, but she''s still taking an exam right now." This was because the senior grade twos and threes were having mock exams on that day.

 CH 16

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    On the path of the school, tall trees cast their shade from above, while the lush grass covered it from below. Sparrows chirped, there nests built in the branches above, some even hatched their young in the air-conditioning holes of library. From time to time, on the teachers'' car parked below those towering branches were lumps of shit, a fitting signifier of this trip.


    Xiaoya: "Then... that means Mo Yichen came to class three for me?"


    Looking at the closed door of the library, Xiaoya told Mo Yichen: "On the first day of school, the library is only opened for half the day."


    Lu Xiaobei now rested her hand on Xiaoya''s shoulder, saying, "I told you before to not go rushing to buy a new one. I had no idea you were in such a hurry."


    "She knows." Mo Yichen then added, "Actually, my old homeroom teacher called my house yesterday. She told me that my results in the finals don''t matter, since students with a strong foundation will usually have an easier time performing well in the large-scale exams. She really hoped I would''ve entered the AP classes, but all the power to decide who gets in was with the headmaster. So if my family wanted to know the results in advance, they would have to go to the headmaster''s office."


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    On the path of the school, tall trees cast their shade from above, while the lush grass covered it from below. Sparrows chirped, there nests built in the branches above, some even hatched their young in the air-conditioning holes of library. From time to time, on the teachers'' car parked below those towering branches were lumps of shit, a fitting signifier of this trip.


    But Mo Yichen took Xiaoya to the back of the library, opening a window, saying, "Here." Then turned around, crawling in.


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    "Oh." Xiaoya laughed before taking out a small box from her backpack, handing it to Lu Xiaobei, "Captain, I bought a new phone for you."


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Standing outside the library window, Xiaoya stammered, "Is... is this okay?"


    iana: Xiaoya really knows how to say things that get''s our Captain''s heart churning more than the high seas.[] About Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi... all I''m going to say is: with a taste of your lips, I''m on a ride | you''re toxic, I''m slippin'' under~


    Mo Yichen: "It''s fine. The reading room is locked and we''ll only be staying in the study room, there''s nothing valuable in there."


    "She knows." Mo Yichen then added, "Actually, my old homeroom teacher called my house yesterday. She told me that my results in the finals don''t matter, since students with a strong foundation will usually have an easier time performing well in the large-scale exams. She really hoped I would''ve entered the AP classes, but all the power to decide who gets in was with the headmaster. So if my family wanted to know the results in advance, they would have to go to the headmaster''s office."


    Xiaoya: "Then... that means Mo Yichen came to class three for me?"


    Xiaoya: "Then why are you..."


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brows before she said, "Didn''t I ask you to wait a while before you buy one again?"


    Xiang Yi''s eyes seemed to have curved into the shape of a crescent moon while she said, "Xiaoya, Yichen."


    Mo Yichen: "It''s fine. The reading room is locked and we''ll only be staying in the study room, there''s nothing valuable in there."


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    Xiaoya: "Cases where phones have gotten pick pocketed are practically impossible to end with them being retrieved. My dad lost several of his already. You have any idea how many got replaced while he kept waiting and waiting."


    Xiaoya wasn''t that close to Xiang Yi. All she knew was the other girl''s mother worked for some company and that job was quite an important one. Although her family wasn''t practically a money printing machine like Lu Xiaobei''s, they were still more well-off than the average person''s.


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    Mo Yichen: "It''s because I didn''t know anyone in the other classes. But... this ought to be Captain''s..."


    Xiaoya: "Is the window at the back of the library open all year round?"


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why would I do something like that?"


    That phone was the only thing she could bear giving to Lu Xiaobei without diminishing the other girl''s class.


    N/A


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    "The advanced class seems to have a fixed amount of places using the ''sponsorship fee'' so it shouldn''t affect the thirty-five pre-exam students. Because Wang Jianjun from our class said he was sure to enter the advance class last semester before exams. But after correcting the answers he got super mad, making it look like he got more than a few answers wrong. After that, he still got in." Xiaoya then added, "Other people were saying he bought his way in, but I didn''t believe them. Seeing how he got in now, I guess it could be true. But it really would be weird to borrow Xiang Yi''s money."


    "Yes, and no. The school only has two administrators at the library, and it''s rare for them to be on duty at the same time. So when it''s time to close, they just gave a quick look around then leave. I got locked in her a few times when I wasn''t paying attention and would just crawl through the window back here to get out," Mo Yichen explained, adding, "Every time I''m here, I''d close the window but not lock it. This way, as long as no one checks it, it''ll be left unlocked."


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    To which Mo Yichen mumbled: "I''d be nice if (she) thought so too."


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    "Yes, and no. The school only has two administrators at the library, and it''s rare for them to be on duty at the same time. So when it''s time to close, they just gave a quick look around then leave. I got locked in her a few times when I wasn''t paying attention and would just crawl through the window back here to get out," Mo Yichen explained, adding, "Every time I''m here, I''d close the window but not lock it. This way, as long as no one checks it, it''ll be left unlocked."


    Xiaoya: "What?"


    Mo Yichen nodded.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya chuckled, saying: "Then this is Mo Yichen''s secret base."


    Xiaoya: "Is the window at the back of the library open all year round?"


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Xiaoya: "Then... that means Mo Yichen came to class three for me?"


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    Mo Yichen the sent me a message, "Captain and Xiang Yi are coming in a little while."


    In a daze by the act, Xiaoya then asked: "Yichen, isn''t that the paper the class monitor just gave you?"


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    "Okay." Xiaoya then asked, "Does Captain know you and I are here together?"


    Considering it to be the first gift Xiaoya had spent money to buy for her, Lu Xiaobei replied, "Then I''ll accept it." But, actually, Xiaoya had bought a gift for her prior, it was a small change purse. However, it was given as a free gift when Xiaoya had bought a little teddy bear, so Lu Xiaobei had chosen to not count it.


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    Mo Yichen nodded.


    On the path of the school, tall trees cast their shade from above, while the lush grass covered it from below. Sparrows chirped, there nests built in the branches above, some even hatched their young in the air-conditioning holes of library. From time to time, on the teachers'' car parked below those towering branches were lumps of shit, a fitting signifier of this trip.


    Mo Yichen didn''t admit to it, but she didn''t deny it either.


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    Xiaoya: "So why did you throw it away? Also, why did you say you''re barely on QQ? I always see you online."


    Mo Yichen continued, "I didn''t think of that either back then, it was Xiang Yi who explained it to me when I told her. She also helped me ask Captain about it. After Captain asked around, for someone in my position, about ten-thousand would be enough."


    In a daze by the act, Xiaoya then asked: "Yichen, isn''t that the paper the class monitor just gave you?"


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    "She knows." Mo Yichen then added, "Actually, my old homeroom teacher called my house yesterday. She told me that my results in the finals don''t matter, since students with a strong foundation will usually have an easier time performing well in the large-scale exams. She really hoped I would''ve entered the AP classes, but all the power to decide who gets in was with the headmaster. So if my family wanted to know the results in advance, they would have to go to the headmaster''s office."


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    "Oh..." Xiaoya sighed. "I never even thought of that."


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    "Cough. Cough." However, such worldly matters aren''t often perfect, as those glorious moments also possesses creatures in which discord may appear.


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    "Oh." Xiaoya laughed before taking out a small box from her backpack, handing it to Lu Xiaobei, "Captain, I bought a new phone for you."


    Mo Yichen: "If I go to the advance class, someone else will have to lose their place. It''d be too unfair to do that to someone else. Besides that, I don''t want to use Xiang Yi''s money."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Keep it for yourself. I''d be more convenient for you to contact me and your classmates."


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Xiaoya: "Then why are you..."


    Standing outside the library window, Xiaoya stammered, "Is... is this okay?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Suspicious, Xiaoya stared at the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand. "Is that real or fake? You didn''t just buy back a new one, did you?" For Xiaoya, this situation went against common sense.


    Xiaoya: "So have you told your parents about it then?" Xiaoya thought about if she had the chance to get into the advanced classes for ten-thousand yuan, her mother would pay it upfront without saying another word.


    Mo Yichen: "To the contrary, Xiang Yi said she could lend me the money."


    Mo Yichen didn''t admit to it, but she didn''t deny it either.


    But Xiaoya replied, "There''s no need for that. All I want is to do my very best to treat you kindly, Captain."


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    Beside her was Lu Xiaobei, who had yet to say a word. Even when Xiaoya called out to greet her, all she did was send the other a quick glance. Xiang Yi took hold of Yichen''s hand, saying, "Captain, Xiaoya, I reserved a room at a hotel for me and Yichen, so we''ll be leaving first."


    Xiaoya took her silence as an admission though, saying: "But that''s not weird at all. I mean, you''re really pretty, so of course there''d be people pursuing you. But... the class monitor is a girl, so why would he care?"


    Xiaoya: "What?"


    "If I take it back, my mother will definitely return it. Plus, she doesn''t know I bought an apple one since she only gave me two-thousand (295 USD). I made up the rest with my new year''s gift money." Xiaoya then continued, "I won''t have the time to return it myself after school, so I have to explain it to her which would be such a pain."


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    Mo Yichen: "To the contrary, Xiang Yi said she could lend me the money."


    Xiaoya: "So why did you throw it away? Also, why did you say you''re barely on QQ? I always see you online."


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    Xiang Yi''s eyes seemed to have curved into the shape of a crescent moon while she said, "Xiaoya, Yichen."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya chuckled, saying: "Then this is Mo Yichen''s secret base."


    "If I take it back, my mother will definitely return it. Plus, she doesn''t know I bought an apple one since she only gave me two-thousand (295 USD). I made up the rest with my new year''s gift money." Xiaoya then continued, "I won''t have the time to return it myself after school, so I have to explain it to her which would be such a pain."


    Xiaoya: "Is the window at the back of the library open all year round?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Is it really a gift for me? You should''ve just bought something this expensive for yourself. Won''t you regret it after you go home?"


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Xiaoya took her silence as an admission though, saying: "But that''s not weird at all. I mean, you''re really pretty, so of course there''d be people pursuing you. But... the class monitor is a girl, so why would he care?"


    Mo Yichen didn''t admit to it, but she didn''t deny it either.


    Xiaoya: "So have you told your parents about it then?" Xiaoya thought about if she had the chance to get into the advanced classes for ten-thousand yuan, her mother would pay it upfront without saying another word.


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    To which Mo Yichen mumbled: "I''d be nice if (she) thought so too."


    Xiaoya: "Then why are you..."


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brows before she said, "Didn''t I ask you to wait a while before you buy one again?"


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    iana: Xiaoya really knows how to say things that get''s our Captain''s heart churning more than the high seas.[] About Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi... all I''m going to say is: with a taste of your lips, I''m on a ride | you''re toxic, I''m slippin'' under~


    Resting her bag on the table, Lu Xiaobei replying simply, "Fine. You came looking for me so is there something wrong?"


    "I don''t know, I just thought so." Xiaoya then added, "But what are we going to do now? Isn''t this phone now an extra?"


    Xiaoya: "What?"


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    Wearing an unfathomable expression, Mo Yichen asked instead, "You heard what the homeroom teacher said, right? Do you understand what they meant?"


    Considering it to be the first gift Xiaoya had spent money to buy for her, Lu Xiaobei replied, "Then I''ll accept it." But, actually, Xiaoya had bought a gift for her prior, it was a small change purse. However, it was given as a free gift when Xiaoya had bought a little teddy bear, so Lu Xiaobei had chosen to not count it.


    Mo Yichen stared at the book in her hand, a faint smile resembling the melting of ice and snow appearing on her face, "In any case, (she) is still the person I hold most dear."


    But Mo Yichen took Xiaoya to the back of the library, opening a window, saying, "Here." Then turned around, crawling in.


    "Cough. Cough." However, such worldly matters aren''t often perfect, as those glorious moments also possesses creatures in which discord may appear.


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    "My final exam scores weren''t ideal so I couldn''t enter the advanced classes. But my teacher had high hopes for me, so they said if my parents gave the principal a ''sponsorship fee'' I could get into the advanced classes."


    The school bell rung once more, and not long after, the once peaceful school-yard was soon filled with noise. From the treading steps, to the joy-filled laughter, both were as boisterous as they were filled with life.


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    Mo Yichen: "Since Captain was the one who asked aout about it, it must be the real price."


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    Xiaoya: "So why did you throw it away? Also, why did you say you''re barely on QQ? I always see you online."


    Mo Yichen the sent me a message, "Captain and Xiang Yi are coming in a little while."


    The school bell rung once more, and not long after, the once peaceful school-yard was soon filled with noise. From the treading steps, to the joy-filled laughter, both were as boisterous as they were filled with life.


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    "The advanced class seems to have a fixed amount of places using the ''sponsorship fee'' so it shouldn''t affect the thirty-five pre-exam students. Because Wang Jianjun from our class said he was sure to enter the advance class last semester before exams. But after correcting the answers he got super mad, making it look like he got more than a few answers wrong. After that, he still got in." Xiaoya then added, "Other people were saying he bought his way in, but I didn''t believe them. Seeing how he got in now, I guess it could be true. But it really would be weird to borrow Xiang Yi''s money."


    "Okay." Xiaoya then asked, "Does Captain know you and I are here together?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "So... this was bought mostly with your own money?"


    Xiaoya: "Then why are you..."


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Second Update


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    "She knows." Mo Yichen then added, "Actually, my old homeroom teacher called my house yesterday. She told me that my results in the finals don''t matter, since students with a strong foundation will usually have an easier time performing well in the large-scale exams. She really hoped I would''ve entered the AP classes, but all the power to decide who gets in was with the headmaster. So if my family wanted to know the results in advance, they would have to go to the headmaster''s office."


    Standing outside the library window, Xiaoya stammered, "Is... is this okay?"


    iana: Xiaoya really knows how to say things that get''s our Captain''s heart churning more than the high seas.[] About Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi... all I''m going to say is: with a taste of your lips, I''m on a ride | you''re toxic, I''m slippin'' under~


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Xiaoya: "So... did your family go there to ask?"


    Looking at the closed door of the library, Xiaoya told Mo Yichen: "On the first day of school, the library is only opened for half the day."


    "Oh..." Xiaoya sighed. "I never even thought of that."


    Mo Yichen: "It''s because I didn''t know anyone in the other classes. But... this ought to be Captain''s..."


    Wearing an unfathomable expression, Mo Yichen asked instead, "You heard what the homeroom teacher said, right? Do you understand what they meant?"


    Mo Yichen: "To the contrary, Xiang Yi said she could lend me the money."


    The school bell rung once more, and not long after, the once peaceful school-yard was soon filled with noise. From the treading steps, to the joy-filled laughter, both were as boisterous as they were filled with life.


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    Xiaoya: "So have you told your parents about it then?" Xiaoya thought about if she had the chance to get into the advanced classes for ten-thousand yuan, her mother would pay it upfront without saying another word.


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    "Okay." Xiaoya then asked, "Does Captain know you and I are here together?"


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    Xiaoya: "It''s at the end of July, and too early. You should be getting the your acceptance letter for university around that time too, Captain."


    Li Xiaobei: ...


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    "My final exam scores weren''t ideal so I couldn''t enter the advanced classes. But my teacher had high hopes for me, so they said if my parents gave the principal a ''sponsorship fee'' I could get into the advanced classes."


    Mo Yichen didn''t admit to it, but she didn''t deny it either.


    Xiaoya: "It really is the original one!"


    Mo Yichen nodded.


    "Oh..." Xiaoya sighed. "I never even thought of that."


    Second Update


    Xiaoya: "Is the window at the back of the library open all year round?"


    Looking at the closed door of the library, Xiaoya told Mo Yichen: "On the first day of school, the library is only opened for half the day."


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Mo Yichen continued, "I didn''t think of that either back then, it was Xiang Yi who explained it to me when I told her. She also helped me ask Captain about it. After Captain asked around, for someone in my position, about ten-thousand would be enough."


    "Okay." Xiaoya then asked, "Does Captain know you and I are here together?"


    "Yes, and no. The school only has two administrators at the library, and it''s rare for them to be on duty at the same time. So when it''s time to close, they just gave a quick look around then leave. I got locked in her a few times when I wasn''t paying attention and would just crawl through the window back here to get out," Mo Yichen explained, adding, "Every time I''m here, I''d close the window but not lock it. This way, as long as no one checks it, it''ll be left unlocked."


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    Xiaoya took her silence as an admission though, saying: "But that''s not weird at all. I mean, you''re really pretty, so of course there''d be people pursuing you. But... the class monitor is a girl, so why would he care?"


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Wearing an unfathomable expression, Mo Yichen asked instead, "You heard what the homeroom teacher said, right? Do you understand what they meant?"


    "That''s not expensive." The coastal town in the south where Xiaoya''s high school is located has a comparatively developed economy and that average income per capita there has recently reached five-thousand. Despite ten-thousand being no small sum, and about worth three months rent for a small house, when it''s compared to the future of one''s daughter, the price isn''t actually that high.


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Lu Xiaobei slowly pulled out a phone from her pocket, saying, "Actually, the police were very efficient in their handling of the case. The moment the phone was pawned off, they tracked it down."


    Lu Xiaobei slowly pulled out a phone from her pocket, saying, "Actually, the police were very efficient in their handling of the case. The moment the phone was pawned off, they tracked it down."


    Mo Yichen: "Since Captain was the one who asked aout about it, it must be the real price."


    "The advanced class seems to have a fixed amount of places using the ''sponsorship fee'' so it shouldn''t affect the thirty-five pre-exam students. Because Wang Jianjun from our class said he was sure to enter the advance class last semester before exams. But after correcting the answers he got super mad, making it look like he got more than a few answers wrong. After that, he still got in." Xiaoya then added, "Other people were saying he bought his way in, but I didn''t believe them. Seeing how he got in now, I guess it could be true. But it really would be weird to borrow Xiang Yi''s money."


    "I don''t know, I just thought so." Xiaoya then added, "But what are we going to do now? Isn''t this phone now an extra?"


    Mo Yichen nodded.


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brows before she said, "Didn''t I ask you to wait a while before you buy one again?"


    Beside her was Lu Xiaobei, who had yet to say a word. Even when Xiaoya called out to greet her, all she did was send the other a quick glance. Xiang Yi took hold of Yichen''s hand, saying, "Captain, Xiaoya, I reserved a room at a hotel for me and Yichen, so we''ll be leaving first."


    Xiaoya: "So have you told your parents about it then?" Xiaoya thought about if she had the chance to get into the advanced classes for ten-thousand yuan, her mother would pay it upfront without saying another word.


    Xiaoya: "So have you told your parents about it then?" Xiaoya thought about if she had the chance to get into the advanced classes for ten-thousand yuan, her mother would pay it upfront without saying another word.


    Resting her bag on the table, Lu Xiaobei replying simply, "Fine. You came looking for me so is there something wrong?"


    Xiang Yi''s eyes seemed to have curved into the shape of a crescent moon while she said, "Xiaoya, Yichen."


    Xiaoya wasn''t that close to Xiang Yi. All she knew was the other girl''s mother worked for some company and that job was quite an important one. Although her family wasn''t practically a money printing machine like Lu Xiaobei''s, they were still more well-off than the average person''s.


    "Okay." Xiaoya then asked, "Does Captain know you and I are here together?"


    Xiang Yi''s eyes seemed to have curved into the shape of a crescent moon while she said, "Xiaoya, Yichen."


    But Mo Yichen took Xiaoya to the back of the library, opening a window, saying, "Here." Then turned around, crawling in.


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    Lu Xiaobei slowly pulled out a phone from her pocket, saying, "Actually, the police were very efficient in their handling of the case. The moment the phone was pawned off, they tracked it down."


    Xiaoya: "So... did your family go there to ask?"


    "Oh..." Xiaoya sighed. "I never even thought of that."


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    Lu Xiaobei: "So... this was bought mostly with your own money?"


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    Mo Yichen: "To the contrary, Xiang Yi said she could lend me the money."


    Li Xiaobei: ...


    Xiaoya: "Then why are you..."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    To which Mo Yichen mumbled: "I''d be nice if (she) thought so too."


    Suspicious, Xiaoya stared at the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand. "Is that real or fake? You didn''t just buy back a new one, did you?" For Xiaoya, this situation went against common sense.


    Mo Yichen: "If I go to the advance class, someone else will have to lose their place. It''d be too unfair to do that to someone else. Besides that, I don''t want to use Xiang Yi''s money."


    N/A


    iana: Xiaoya really knows how to say things that get''s our Captain''s heart churning more than the high seas.[] About Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi... all I''m going to say is: with a taste of your lips, I''m on a ride | you''re toxic, I''m slippin'' under~


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    "The advanced class seems to have a fixed amount of places using the ''sponsorship fee'' so it shouldn''t affect the thirty-five pre-exam students. Because Wang Jianjun from our class said he was sure to enter the advance class last semester before exams. But after correcting the answers he got super mad, making it look like he got more than a few answers wrong. After that, he still got in." Xiaoya then added, "Other people were saying he bought his way in, but I didn''t believe them. Seeing how he got in now, I guess it could be true. But it really would be weird to borrow Xiang Yi''s money."


    Beside her was Lu Xiaobei, who had yet to say a word. Even when Xiaoya called out to greet her, all she did was send the other a quick glance. Xiang Yi took hold of Yichen''s hand, saying, "Captain, Xiaoya, I reserved a room at a hotel for me and Yichen, so we''ll be leaving first."


    "My final exam scores weren''t ideal so I couldn''t enter the advanced classes. But my teacher had high hopes for me, so they said if my parents gave the principal a ''sponsorship fee'' I could get into the advanced classes."


    Suspicious, Xiaoya stared at the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand. "Is that real or fake? You didn''t just buy back a new one, did you?" For Xiaoya, this situation went against common sense.


    Xiaoya wasn''t that close to Xiang Yi. All she knew was the other girl''s mother worked for some company and that job was quite an important one. Although her family wasn''t practically a money printing machine like Lu Xiaobei''s, they were still more well-off than the average person''s.


    That phone was the only thing she could bear giving to Lu Xiaobei without diminishing the other girl''s class.


    Xiaoya: "It''s at the end of July, and too early. You should be getting the your acceptance letter for university around that time too, Captain."


    Xiaoya: "Then why are you..."


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    Xiaoya: "It really is the original one!"


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Xiaoya: "So... did your family go there to ask?"


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    Xiaoya: "Then... that means Mo Yichen came to class three for me?"


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    Mo Yichen: "It''s because I didn''t know anyone in the other classes. But... this ought to be Captain''s..."


    Xiaoya wasn''t that close to Xiang Yi. All she knew was the other girl''s mother worked for some company and that job was quite an important one. Although her family wasn''t practically a money printing machine like Lu Xiaobei''s, they were still more well-off than the average person''s.


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Mo Yichen: "It''s because I didn''t know anyone in the other classes. But... this ought to be Captain''s..."


    Wearing an unfathomable expression, Mo Yichen asked instead, "You heard what the homeroom teacher said, right? Do you understand what they meant?"


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    "Wow! Mo Yichen is really nice." Xiaoya threw herself straight at the other girl, giving her a bear hug, holding her as she added, "I like you so freaking much!"


    Resting her bag on the table, Lu Xiaobei replying simply, "Fine. You came looking for me so is there something wrong?"


    Lu Xiaobei slowly pulled out a phone from her pocket, saying, "Actually, the police were very efficient in their handling of the case. The moment the phone was pawned off, they tracked it down."


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    "Wow! Mo Yichen is really nice." Xiaoya threw herself straight at the other girl, giving her a bear hug, holding her as she added, "I like you so freaking much!"


    Mo Yichen continued, "I didn''t think of that either back then, it was Xiang Yi who explained it to me when I told her. She also helped me ask Captain about it. After Captain asked around, for someone in my position, about ten-thousand would be enough."


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    "Cough. Cough." However, such worldly matters aren''t often perfect, as those glorious moments also possesses creatures in which discord may appear.


    "Yes, and no. The school only has two administrators at the library, and it''s rare for them to be on duty at the same time. So when it''s time to close, they just gave a quick look around then leave. I got locked in her a few times when I wasn''t paying attention and would just crawl through the window back here to get out," Mo Yichen explained, adding, "Every time I''m here, I''d close the window but not lock it. This way, as long as no one checks it, it''ll be left unlocked."


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    Xiaoya: "What?"


    Suspicious, Xiaoya stared at the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand. "Is that real or fake? You didn''t just buy back a new one, did you?" For Xiaoya, this situation went against common sense.


    "That''s not expensive." The coastal town in the south where Xiaoya''s high school is located has a comparatively developed economy and that average income per capita there has recently reached five-thousand. Despite ten-thousand being no small sum, and about worth three months rent for a small house, when it''s compared to the future of one''s daughter, the price isn''t actually that high.


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya chuckled, saying: "Then this is Mo Yichen''s secret base."


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So... this was bought mostly with your own money?"


    Mo Yichen nodded.


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    Xiang Yi''s eyes seemed to have curved into the shape of a crescent moon while she said, "Xiaoya, Yichen."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Is it really a gift for me? You should''ve just bought something this expensive for yourself. Won''t you regret it after you go home?"


    But Mo Yichen took Xiaoya to the back of the library, opening a window, saying, "Here." Then turned around, crawling in.


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    Beside her was Lu Xiaobei, who had yet to say a word. Even when Xiaoya called out to greet her, all she did was send the other a quick glance. Xiang Yi took hold of Yichen''s hand, saying, "Captain, Xiaoya, I reserved a room at a hotel for me and Yichen, so we''ll be leaving first."


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Xiaoya took her silence as an admission though, saying: "But that''s not weird at all. I mean, you''re really pretty, so of course there''d be people pursuing you. But... the class monitor is a girl, so why would he care?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Suspicious, Xiaoya stared at the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand. "Is that real or fake? You didn''t just buy back a new one, did you?" For Xiaoya, this situation went against common sense.


    Mo Yichen didn''t admit to it, but she didn''t deny it either.


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why would I do something like that?"


    Mo Yichen: "Since Captain was the one who asked aout about it, it must be the real price."


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brows before she said, "Didn''t I ask you to wait a while before you buy one again?"


    Xiaoya: "So why did you throw it away? Also, why did you say you''re barely on QQ? I always see you online."


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya chuckled, saying: "Then this is Mo Yichen''s secret base."


    Resting her bag on the table, Lu Xiaobei replying simply, "Fine. You came looking for me so is there something wrong?"


    Mo Yichen: "It''s fine. The reading room is locked and we''ll only be staying in the study room, there''s nothing valuable in there."


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    Xiaoya: "It''s at the end of July, and too early. You should be getting the your acceptance letter for university around that time too, Captain."


    N/A


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    "Oh." Xiaoya laughed before taking out a small box from her backpack, handing it to Lu Xiaobei, "Captain, I bought a new phone for you."


    Mo Yichen nodded.


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brows before she said, "Didn''t I ask you to wait a while before you buy one again?"


    Xiaoya took the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, inspecting it. The phone having a small dent on its upper right corner. This was cause by her once when she was lying in bed and it fell by accident and had broke.


    Xiaoya: "Cases where phones have gotten pick pocketed are practically impossible to end with them being retrieved. My dad lost several of his already. You have any idea how many got replaced while he kept waiting and waiting."


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    "My final exam scores weren''t ideal so I couldn''t enter the advanced classes. But my teacher had high hopes for me, so they said if my parents gave the principal a ''sponsorship fee'' I could get into the advanced classes."


    Second Update


    Mo Yichen: "My (girl)friendT/n: Yichen never specified the gender, and she/he uses the same sounded word. gets very jealous, so I have take (her) feelings into consideration."


    Mo Yichen stared at the book in her hand, a faint smile resembling the melting of ice and snow appearing on her face, "In any case, (she) is still the person I hold most dear."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Keep it for yourself. I''d be more convenient for you to contact me and your classmates."


    Lu Xiaobei slowly pulled out a phone from her pocket, saying, "Actually, the police were very efficient in their handling of the case. The moment the phone was pawned off, they tracked it down."


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    Mo Yichen: "If I go to the advance class, someone else will have to lose their place. It''d be too unfair to do that to someone else. Besides that, I don''t want to use Xiang Yi''s money."


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    "Oh." Xiaoya laughed before taking out a small box from her backpack, handing it to Lu Xiaobei, "Captain, I bought a new phone for you."


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Suspicious, Xiaoya stared at the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand. "Is that real or fake? You didn''t just buy back a new one, did you?" For Xiaoya, this situation went against common sense.


    "Cough. Cough." However, such worldly matters aren''t often perfect, as those glorious moments also possesses creatures in which discord may appear.


    In response, Xiaoya simply shook her head, allowing Mo Yichen to continue.


    "My final exam scores weren''t ideal so I couldn''t enter the advanced classes. But my teacher had high hopes for me, so they said if my parents gave the principal a ''sponsorship fee'' I could get into the advanced classes."


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    Xiaoya took the phone in Lu Xiaobei''s hand, inspecting it. The phone having a small dent on its upper right corner. This was cause by her once when she was lying in bed and it fell by accident and had broke.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    Xiaoya: "It really is the original one!"


    To which Mo Yichen mumbled: "I''d be nice if (she) thought so too."


    Lu Xiaobei now rested her hand on Xiaoya''s shoulder, saying, "I told you before to not go rushing to buy a new one. I had no idea you were in such a hurry."


    "I don''t know, I just thought so." Xiaoya then added, "But what are we going to do now? Isn''t this phone now an extra?"


    To which Mo Yichen mumbled: "I''d be nice if (she) thought so too."


    Mo Yichen: "Since Captain was the one who asked aout about it, it must be the real price."


    Xiaoya: "Then... that means Mo Yichen came to class three for me?"


    Wearing an unfathomable expression, Mo Yichen asked instead, "You heard what the homeroom teacher said, right? Do you understand what they meant?"


    Frowning, Xiaoya to the other girl explained, "I was scared you would buy a second-hand one to fool me."


    Xiaoya: "Why?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why would I do something like that?"


    "I didn''t want to tell them anything in the beginning, but Xiang Yi talked me into it. Whether my parents pay the money for me or not is there business, and me telling them about it or not, is my own." Mo Yichen continued, "After I told my father, he said he would think about it. He kept thinking about it last night too, and also didn''t give a reply."


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    "I don''t know, I just thought so." Xiaoya then added, "But what are we going to do now? Isn''t this phone now an extra?"


    "That''s not expensive." The coastal town in the south where Xiaoya''s high school is located has a comparatively developed economy and that average income per capita there has recently reached five-thousand. Despite ten-thousand being no small sum, and about worth three months rent for a small house, when it''s compared to the future of one''s daughter, the price isn''t actually that high.


    "That''s not expensive." The coastal town in the south where Xiaoya''s high school is located has a comparatively developed economy and that average income per capita there has recently reached five-thousand. Despite ten-thousand being no small sum, and about worth three months rent for a small house, when it''s compared to the future of one''s daughter, the price isn''t actually that high.


    Mo Yichen: "To the contrary, Xiang Yi said she could lend me the money."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Keep it for yourself. I''d be more convenient for you to contact me and your classmates."


    Xiaoya: "It really is the original one!"


    Xiaoya: "So have you told your parents about it then?" Xiaoya thought about if she had the chance to get into the advanced classes for ten-thousand yuan, her mother would pay it upfront without saying another word.


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    Lu Xiaobei now rested her hand on Xiaoya''s shoulder, saying, "I told you before to not go rushing to buy a new one. I had no idea you were in such a hurry."


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    In a daze by the act, Xiaoya then asked: "Yichen, isn''t that the paper the class monitor just gave you?"


    Xiaoya: "Is the window at the back of the library open all year round?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Keep it for yourself. I''d be more convenient for you to contact me and your classmates."


    After helping Xiaoya enter, Mo Yichen then added, "I was once in here when the library closed before and even ran into an administrator who suddenly came back for some of their things. But all she did was tell me if I wanted to borrow any books she''d help me find them."


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Keep it for yourself. I''d be more convenient for you to contact me and your classmates."


    "If I take it back, my mother will definitely return it. Plus, she doesn''t know I bought an apple one since she only gave me two-thousand (295 USD). I made up the rest with my new year''s gift money." Xiaoya then continued, "I won''t have the time to return it myself after school, so I have to explain it to her which would be such a pain."


    Lu Xiaobei: "So... this was bought mostly with your own money?"


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    Mo Yichen: "Since Captain was the one who asked aout about it, it must be the real price."


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    Lu Xiaobei now rested her hand on Xiaoya''s shoulder, saying, "I told you before to not go rushing to buy a new one. I had no idea you were in such a hurry."


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    That phone was the only thing she could bear giving to Lu Xiaobei without diminishing the other girl''s class.


    Mo Yichen: "It''s because I didn''t know anyone in the other classes. But... this ought to be Captain''s..."


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Is it really a gift for me? You should''ve just bought something this expensive for yourself. Won''t you regret it after you go home?"


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    Mo Yichen kept her silence for a while longer before replying: "(She) looks gentle and easy to get along with on the outside, but (she) actually has a very strong desire to control. So I don''t want to get into arguments with (her) because of insignificant people."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Is it really a gift for me? You should''ve just bought something this expensive for yourself. Won''t you regret it after you go home?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    Considering it to be the first gift Xiaoya had spent money to buy for her, Lu Xiaobei replied, "Then I''ll accept it." But, actually, Xiaoya had bought a gift for her prior, it was a small change purse. However, it was given as a free gift when Xiaoya had bought a little teddy bear, so Lu Xiaobei had chosen to not count it.


    Xiaoya: "So... did your family go there to ask?"


    Xiaoya: "Cases where phones have gotten pick pocketed are practically impossible to end with them being retrieved. My dad lost several of his already. You have any idea how many got replaced while he kept waiting and waiting."


    Grasping Xiaoya''a arms, Mo Yichen retreated a few steps. "Xiang Yi, Captain, you guys are here."


    Xiaoya: "Oh..." It was another person''s family matter, so Xiaoya couldn''t comment on it that much. However, she did feel it was too pitiful.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Keep it for yourself. I''d be more convenient for you to contact me and your classmates."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brows before she said, "Didn''t I ask you to wait a while before you buy one again?"


    Mo Yichen closed the book then placed it back in her bag. "Captain asked me if there were any regular class I''d like to get in if I didn''t make it into the advanced class. Captain said you were in class three and was it possible it could be arranged for me."


    "Wow! Mo Yichen is really nice." Xiaoya threw herself straight at the other girl, giving her a bear hug, holding her as she added, "I like you so freaking much!"


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    "If I take it back, my mother will definitely return it. Plus, she doesn''t know I bought an apple one since she only gave me two-thousand (295 USD). I made up the rest with my new year''s gift money." Xiaoya then continued, "I won''t have the time to return it myself after school, so I have to explain it to her which would be such a pain."


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    The school bell rung once more, and not long after, the once peaceful school-yard was soon filled with noise. From the treading steps, to the joy-filled laughter, both were as boisterous as they were filled with life.


    Li Xiaobei: ...


    Considering it to be the first gift Xiaoya had spent money to buy for her, Lu Xiaobei replied, "Then I''ll accept it." But, actually, Xiaoya had bought a gift for her prior, it was a small change purse. However, it was given as a free gift when Xiaoya had bought a little teddy bear, so Lu Xiaobei had chosen to not count it.


    "So when is your birthday?" Lu Xiaobei then asked.


    Mo Yichen: "Since Captain was the one who asked aout about it, it must be the real price."


    Xiaoya: "It''s at the end of July, and too early. You should be getting the your acceptance letter for university around that time too, Captain."


    Xiaoya: "So why did you throw it away? Also, why did you say you''re barely on QQ? I always see you online."


    Looking at the closed door of the library, Xiaoya told Mo Yichen: "On the first day of school, the library is only opened for half the day."


    Xiaoya nodded, "It really is a gift." Then while pretending to be a bastion of generosity she added, "Besides, it''d be useless for me to keep it. If I''m carrying around the newest model of an iPhone in my pocket, I couldn''t risk taking the bus any more because I''d be too scared I''d get pick pocketed again."


    Mo Yichen: "Because I won''t be adding her."


    LuXiaobei recalled Xiaoya''s results slip, saying: "There''s not actually any relationship between exam results and mobile phone usage."


    To which Mo Yichen mumbled: "I''d be nice if (she) thought so too."


    "I saw it before on the school forum. There''s all kinds of information about you there, and your birthday so happened to be on April Fool''s Day. It left a deep impression on me so I memorized it," Xiaoya replied.


    As if deep in thought, Lu Xiaobei nodded then said: "When that time comes I''ll give you something better."


    Mo Yichen stared at the book in her hand, a faint smile resembling the melting of ice and snow appearing on her face, "In any case, (she) is still the person I hold most dear."


    Second Update


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "How did you know when my birthday is?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking: "A boyfriend? You have a boyfriend?"


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya then thought a bit before adding, "Captain, your birthday is in early April, right? So how about I just give this phone to you as a birthday gift? I even made sure to buy a new model." Although Xiaoya not too long ago thought that Mo Yichen borrowing money from Xiang Yi wasn''t such a good thing, and Lu Xiaobei wasn''t in any need when it came to getting a phone. She did, however, greatly cherish Lu Xiaobei as a friend, and wanted to nothing but the very best for her.


    Xiaoya: "So why did you throw it away? Also, why did you say you''re barely on QQ? I always see you online."


    But Xiaoya replied, "There''s no need for that. All I want is to do my very best to treat you kindly, Captain."


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Xiaoya: "No way. My mom won''t let me play on phones because she said it''ll affect my studies."


    "If I take it back, my mother will definitely return it. Plus, she doesn''t know I bought an apple one since she only gave me two-thousand (295 USD). I made up the rest with my new year''s gift money." Xiaoya then continued, "I won''t have the time to return it myself after school, so I have to explain it to her which would be such a pain."


    In a daze by the act, Xiaoya then asked: "Yichen, isn''t that the paper the class monitor just gave you?"


    Xiaoya: "If I was your boyfriend, I would cherish you dearly. Yichen is really nice, super gentle, and so considerate."


    Frowning, Xiaoya to the other girl explained, "I was scared you would buy a second-hand one to fool me."


    Xiaoya waved then off, then walked over to Lu Xiaobei, calling out to her once more, "Captain? How was your first mock examination?"


    Mo Yichen: "I guess so." As she then pulled out a chair and sat down before casually tossing a piece of paper into the waste basket.


    The crisp spring air carried a chill, the orange rays from beyond brought with them warmth. On the form of those two girls locked in an embrace, was sprinkled not just beauty but warmth.


    That phone was the only thing she could bear giving to Lu Xiaobei without diminishing the other girl''s class.

 CH 17

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    Why do you only want to treat me kindly?


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    iana: Watching Lu Xiaobei throw out those hints only to have them deflected made my heart hurt.


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    Lu Xiaobei remained silent for a while, then took Xiaoya''s hand, "It''s already been an hour since school''s been out so I''ll send you back home."


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    Letting out a light chuckle, Lu Xiaobei replied, "No, I didn''t. I''ve never had a boyfriend."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Putting on her backpack, Xiaoya however said, "That''s okay, I can go back on my own just fine."


    N/A


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    Xiaoya felt a strangeness in her heart, but after thinking it over for a bit she replied, "If it''s Captain, then it shouldn''t matter."


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    Letting out a light chuckle, Lu Xiaobei replied, "No, I didn''t. I''ve never had a boyfriend."


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    "But I just finished my mock exams, so I kind of feel like walking," Lu Xiaobei countered.


    Xiaoya: "But you have a lot of socials on this."


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Why do you only want to treat me kindly?


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "You need your real name to apply for a card now and it''ll be troublesome for you to go there again so just use mine. I have another phone number, I''ll send it to you later."


    Xiaoya felt a strangeness in her heart, but after thinking it over for a bit she replied, "If it''s Captain, then it shouldn''t matter."


    Lu Xiaobei: "If I knocked on your window at night, would you open it?"


    Xiaoya: "...I was just really bored back then." On top of that, she didn''t dare open Lu Xiaobei''s social media accounts back then.


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    When Xiaoya got to the entrance of her building, Lu Xiaobei still stood there, looking in her direction.


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    "Can you guess why?" Xiaoya then asked.


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    At her response, Lu Xiaobei didn''t know if she should feel happy or sad.


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya: "But you have a lot of socials on this."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya wore a slight frown, hesitating for a while before asking, "Captain... when you were in Holland did you have a boyfriend?" Given how beautiful Captain is, she must''ve been really popular in over there.


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    So Xiaoya answered, "It''s because he went out to lunch, got plastered, then came back to act out his alcohol-fuelled madness."


    So Xiaoya answered, "It''s because he went out to lunch, got plastered, then came back to act out his alcohol-fuelled madness."


    Lu Xiaobei then explained, "Before I came here for high school I went to school in Holland. When I was in middle school, if a girl had a boy she liked, to meet up with him, she''d arrange a date in her bedroom at night. The houses in Holland aren''t usually over three stories. So if her parents aren''t open-minded the boy will secretly climb up the second, or even third, floor and the girl would open the window for him. The next morning, he''d sneak back out again.


    Lu Xiaobei remained silent for a while, then took Xiaoya''s hand, "It''s already been an hour since school''s been out so I''ll send you back home."


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    At her response, Lu Xiaobei didn''t know if she should feel happy or sad.


    Xiaoya was truly excited, after all, all of the students in her class had a phone except for her. So it didn''t matter if the phone was good or bad, it was fine just being able to use one. Plus, there''s no way she was willing to buy an expensive one for herself.


    Lu Xiaobei''s eyesight was quite good so she found it quickly, "Too bad the fifth floor is too high to climb up and get to the window."


    Lu XiaoBei: "You have that much of an unreliable teacher? Did you guys report him?"


    With the coming of spring, there would always be something which sprouts.


    With the coming of spring, there would always be something which sprouts.


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "You need your real name to apply for a card now and it''ll be troublesome for you to go there again so just use mine. I have another phone number, I''ll send it to you later."


    N/A


    "I never thought of doing so at the time. Plus, it''s not nice to report on someone in secret. Besides, he didn''t do anything bad apart from talking a bunch of nonsense. He only did it once over six months ago."


    Xiaoya felt a strangeness in her heart, but after thinking it over for a bit she replied, "If it''s Captain, then it shouldn''t matter."


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    Letting out a light chuckle, Lu Xiaobei replied, "No, I didn''t. I''ve never had a boyfriend."


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    iana: Watching Lu Xiaobei throw out those hints only to have them deflected made my heart hurt.


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    Xiaoya: "...I was just really bored back then." On top of that, she didn''t dare open Lu Xiaobei''s social media accounts back then.


    Lu XiaoBei: "You have that much of an unreliable teacher? Did you guys report him?"


    Seeing the green coloured house not too far in the distance, Xiaoya said, "We made it to my house." Then pointed something out to Lu Xiaobei, adding, "The fifth floor of the second building, there''s the red down jacket I wore at winter camp hanging on the balcony."


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    Why do you only want to treat me kindly?


    Seeing the green coloured house not too far in the distance, Xiaoya said, "We made it to my house." Then pointed something out to Lu Xiaobei, adding, "The fifth floor of the second building, there''s the red down jacket I wore at winter camp hanging on the balcony."


    Lu XiaoBei: "You have that much of an unreliable teacher? Did you guys report him?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "If I knocked on your window at night, would you open it?"


    But Xiaoya wasn''t Xiang Yi, and she simply turned on the phone. The Chinese Mobile signal was strong. "Captain, your SIM card."


    Lu Xiaobei''s eyesight was quite good so she found it quickly, "Too bad the fifth floor is too high to climb up and get to the window."


    "But I just finished my mock exams, so I kind of feel like walking," Lu Xiaobei countered.


    Xiaoya couldn''t think of any reason to refuse. Lu Xiaobei then caressed Xiaoya''s head, saying, "Go home now, okay?"


    A Bud Sprouts~


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Why do you only want to treat me kindly?


    Lu Xiaobei then explained, "Before I came here for high school I went to school in Holland. When I was in middle school, if a girl had a boy she liked, to meet up with him, she''d arrange a date in her bedroom at night. The houses in Holland aren''t usually over three stories. So if her parents aren''t open-minded the boy will secretly climb up the second, or even third, floor and the girl would open the window for him. The next morning, he''d sneak back out again.


    But Xiaoya wasn''t Xiang Yi, and she simply turned on the phone. The Chinese Mobile signal was strong. "Captain, your SIM card."


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    Lu Xiaobei: "If you have any issues, you can also just find me. Don''t be afraid to bother me. The questions for seniors are really hard, so looking from you will help giving my brain a break."


    Why do you only want to treat me kindly?


    "Can you guess why?" Xiaoya then asked.


    At her response, Lu Xiaobei didn''t know if she should feel happy or sad.


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya wore a slight frown, hesitating for a while before asking, "Captain... when you were in Holland did you have a boyfriend?" Given how beautiful Captain is, she must''ve been really popular in over there.


    A Bud Sprouts~


    Lu Xiaobei then urged her, saying, "It''d be a waste for me to keep it, so just consider it a loan."


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    Letting out a light chuckle, Lu Xiaobei replied, "No, I didn''t. I''ve never had a boyfriend."


    Lu Xiaobei: "If you have any issues, you can also just find me. Don''t be afraid to bother me. The questions for seniors are really hard, so looking from you will help giving my brain a break."


    Putting on her backpack, Xiaoya however said, "That''s okay, I can go back on my own just fine."


    Lu Xiaobei then urged her, saying, "It''d be a waste for me to keep it, so just consider it a loan."


    N/A


    A Bud Sprouts~


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    iana: Watching Lu Xiaobei throw out those hints only to have them deflected made my heart hurt.


    iana: Watching Lu Xiaobei throw out those hints only to have them deflected made my heart hurt.


    Xiaoya: "But it can''t be a good idea for me to use your account, right? What if I accidentally post something?"


    Lu Xiaobei then urged her, saying, "It''d be a waste for me to keep it, so just consider it a loan."


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "If I knocked on your window at night, would you open it?"


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    Xiaoya felt a strangeness in her heart, but after thinking it over for a bit she replied, "If it''s Captain, then it shouldn''t matter."


    Lu Xiaobei then explained, "Before I came here for high school I went to school in Holland. When I was in middle school, if a girl had a boy she liked, to meet up with him, she''d arrange a date in her bedroom at night. The houses in Holland aren''t usually over three stories. So if her parents aren''t open-minded the boy will secretly climb up the second, or even third, floor and the girl would open the window for him. The next morning, he''d sneak back out again.


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    Xiaoya couldn''t think of any reason to refuse. Lu Xiaobei then caressed Xiaoya''s head, saying, "Go home now, okay?"


    A Bud Sprouts~


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Lu XiaoBei: "You have that much of an unreliable teacher? Did you guys report him?"


    At her response, Lu Xiaobei didn''t know if she should feel happy or sad.


    Xiaoya was truly excited, after all, all of the students in her class had a phone except for her. So it didn''t matter if the phone was good or bad, it was fine just being able to use one. Plus, there''s no way she was willing to buy an expensive one for herself.


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    Xiaoya: "But you have a lot of socials on this."


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    Lu Xiaobei: "You need your real name to apply for a card now and it''ll be troublesome for you to go there again so just use mine. I have another phone number, I''ll send it to you later."


    Lu Xiaobei''s eyesight was quite good so she found it quickly, "Too bad the fifth floor is too high to climb up and get to the window."


    Xiaoya was truly excited, after all, all of the students in her class had a phone except for her. So it didn''t matter if the phone was good or bad, it was fine just being able to use one. Plus, there''s no way she was willing to buy an expensive one for herself.


    Xiaoya: "But it can''t be a good idea for me to use your account, right? What if I accidentally post something?"


    With the coming of spring, there would always be something which sprouts.


    Xiaoya: "But it can''t be a good idea for me to use your account, right? What if I accidentally post something?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s an app that lets you connect across the wall by default on it too. You can go on Facebook, Twitter or practice your English."


    Lu Xiaobei''s eyesight was quite good so she found it quickly, "Too bad the fifth floor is too high to climb up and get to the window."


    "But I just finished my mock exams, so I kind of feel like walking," Lu Xiaobei countered.


    At her response, Lu Xiaobei didn''t know if she should feel happy or sad.


    Lu Xiaobei then urged her, saying, "It''d be a waste for me to keep it, so just consider it a loan."


    Putting on her backpack, Xiaoya however said, "That''s okay, I can go back on my own just fine."


    Lu Xiaobei remained silent for a while, then took Xiaoya''s hand, "It''s already been an hour since school''s been out so I''ll send you back home."


    Xiaoya: "...I was just really bored back then." On top of that, she didn''t dare open Lu Xiaobei''s social media accounts back then.


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    Letting out a light chuckle, Lu Xiaobei replied, "No, I didn''t. I''ve never had a boyfriend."


    Lu Xiaobei then urged her, saying, "It''d be a waste for me to keep it, so just consider it a loan."


    Lu Xiaobei remained silent for a while, then took Xiaoya''s hand, "It''s already been an hour since school''s been out so I''ll send you back home."


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    So Xiaoya answered, "It''s because he went out to lunch, got plastered, then came back to act out his alcohol-fuelled madness."


    Lu Xiaobei: "If I knocked on your window at night, would you open it?"


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    But Xiaoya wasn''t Xiang Yi, and she simply turned on the phone. The Chinese Mobile signal was strong. "Captain, your SIM card."


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "...I was just really bored back then." On top of that, she didn''t dare open Lu Xiaobei''s social media accounts back then.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You need your real name to apply for a card now and it''ll be troublesome for you to go there again so just use mine. I have another phone number, I''ll send it to you later."


    Seeing the green coloured house not too far in the distance, Xiaoya said, "We made it to my house." Then pointed something out to Lu Xiaobei, adding, "The fifth floor of the second building, there''s the red down jacket I wore at winter camp hanging on the balcony."


    At her response, Lu Xiaobei didn''t know if she should feel happy or sad.


    "Can you guess why?" Xiaoya then asked.


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    Lu Xiaobei: "If I knocked on your window at night, would you open it?"


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    Letting out a light chuckle, Lu Xiaobei replied, "No, I didn''t. I''ve never had a boyfriend."


    Xiaoya: "But you have a lot of socials on this."


    Lu Xiaobei remained silent for a while, then took Xiaoya''s hand, "It''s already been an hour since school''s been out so I''ll send you back home."


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s an app that lets you connect across the wall by default on it too. You can go on Facebook, Twitter or practice your English."


    "I never thought of doing so at the time. Plus, it''s not nice to report on someone in secret. Besides, he didn''t do anything bad apart from talking a bunch of nonsense. He only did it once over six months ago."


    Lu Xiaobei: "You need your real name to apply for a card now and it''ll be troublesome for you to go there again so just use mine. I have another phone number, I''ll send it to you later."


    Xiaoya: "But you have a lot of socials on this."


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    Xiaoya: "But you have a lot of socials on this."


    Lu XiaoBei: "You have that much of an unreliable teacher? Did you guys report him?"


    Xiaoya didn''t refute this and went on to prattle about the things that annoyed her at school. "We were supposed to have PE in the afternoon one day, but instead our homeroom teacher cancelled the class and took us so he could ramble on for over an hour. He talked about his life, his ideals, his wife, his kids, etcetera, etcetera..."


    Xiaoya: "But it can''t be a good idea for me to use your account, right? What if I accidentally post something?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s an app that lets you connect across the wall by default on it too. You can go on Facebook, Twitter or practice your English."


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    Lu Xiaobei''s eyesight was quite good so she found it quickly, "Too bad the fifth floor is too high to climb up and get to the window."


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    Lu Xiaobei''s eyesight was quite good so she found it quickly, "Too bad the fifth floor is too high to climb up and get to the window."


    "But I just finished my mock exams, so I kind of feel like walking," Lu Xiaobei countered.


    Lu Xiaobei: "That was kind of you all."


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s an app that lets you connect across the wall by default on it too. You can go on Facebook, Twitter or practice your English."


    But Xiaoya wasn''t Xiang Yi, and she simply turned on the phone. The Chinese Mobile signal was strong. "Captain, your SIM card."


    Xiaoya: "...I was just really bored back then." On top of that, she didn''t dare open Lu Xiaobei''s social media accounts back then.


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s an app that lets you connect across the wall by default on it too. You can go on Facebook, Twitter or practice your English."


    Lu Xiaobei had to dispel all her doubts one by one, and so began, "Just acct it. I''ll tell my friends, and there''s nothing there you aren''t allowed to see. Didn''t you also use my phone during winter camp, why weren''t you so polite back then?"


    So Xiaoya answered, "It''s because he went out to lunch, got plastered, then came back to act out his alcohol-fuelled madness."


    "I never thought of doing so at the time. Plus, it''s not nice to report on someone in secret. Besides, he didn''t do anything bad apart from talking a bunch of nonsense. He only did it once over six months ago."


    Xiaoya felt a strangeness in her heart, but after thinking it over for a bit she replied, "If it''s Captain, then it shouldn''t matter."


    Lu Xiaobei then explained, "Before I came here for high school I went to school in Holland. When I was in middle school, if a girl had a boy she liked, to meet up with him, she''d arrange a date in her bedroom at night. The houses in Holland aren''t usually over three stories. So if her parents aren''t open-minded the boy will secretly climb up the second, or even third, floor and the girl would open the window for him. The next morning, he''d sneak back out again.


    Lu Xiaobei: "If you have any issues, you can also just find me. Don''t be afraid to bother me. The questions for seniors are really hard, so looking from you will help giving my brain a break."


    When Xiaoya got to the entrance of her building, Lu Xiaobei still stood there, looking in her direction.


    If Xiang Yi was there at this moment, she would definitely say: "Captain, are you serious? Xiaoya just gifted you a new one but you just paid her back with an old one¡ªa loaned one at that."


    But Xiaoya wasn''t Xiang Yi, and she simply turned on the phone. The Chinese Mobile signal was strong. "Captain, your SIM card."


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    "Can you guess why?" Xiaoya then asked.


    "But I just finished my mock exams, so I kind of feel like walking," Lu Xiaobei countered.


    Xiaoya felt a strangeness in her heart, but after thinking it over for a bit she replied, "If it''s Captain, then it shouldn''t matter."


    Xiaoya couldn''t think of any reason to refuse. Lu Xiaobei then caressed Xiaoya''s head, saying, "Go home now, okay?"


    Xiaoya couldn''t think of any reason to refuse. Lu Xiaobei then caressed Xiaoya''s head, saying, "Go home now, okay?"


    "Nope. I can''t think of anything," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya wore a slight frown, hesitating for a while before asking, "Captain... when you were in Holland did you have a boyfriend?" Given how beautiful Captain is, she must''ve been really popular in over there.


    Xiaoya: "...I was just really bored back then." On top of that, she didn''t dare open Lu Xiaobei''s social media accounts back then.


    Xiaoya kicked a pebble with her foot, replying, "We''re just scared of getting into trouble."


    When Xiaoya got to the entrance of her building, Lu Xiaobei still stood there, looking in her direction.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya wore a slight frown, hesitating for a while before asking, "Captain... when you were in Holland did you have a boyfriend?" Given how beautiful Captain is, she must''ve been really popular in over there.


    So Xiaoya answered, "It''s because he went out to lunch, got plastered, then came back to act out his alcohol-fuelled madness."


    Between the two girls, there was now a vague feeling of embarrassment, so for a while, neither of them said a word. Afterwards, it was Lu Xiaobei who broke the silence, stuffing her phone in Xiaoya''s hand, saying, "This is old and I have no use for it so just keep it to send messages, alright?"


    With the coming of spring, there would always be something which sprouts.


    "Can you guess why?" Xiaoya then asked.


    Although she didn''t show it on her face, in her heart, Xiaoya released a huge relieved sigh, one allowing her entire being to relax once more.


    Lu Xiaobei then explained, "Before I came here for high school I went to school in Holland. When I was in middle school, if a girl had a boy she liked, to meet up with him, she''d arrange a date in her bedroom at night. The houses in Holland aren''t usually over three stories. So if her parents aren''t open-minded the boy will secretly climb up the second, or even third, floor and the girl would open the window for him. The next morning, he''d sneak back out again.

 CH 18

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Mo Yichen: "What happened? I never go through the school forum, so is there something wrong with it?"


    Mo Yichen: "Captain are you on there?"


    Suddenly, Xiaoya launched up from her bed, sitting. Lu Xiaobei won''t be angry about this, right?


    Xiaoya: "Not that, it''s the one titled ''the person we all love, if you understand enter''."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    She was born in this country but she grew up in the Netherlands. She told me Chinese wasn''t her mother tongue, and that she was much better at Dutch and English. If she never mentioned it, I would''ve never noticed anything at all.


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    I rushed my goddess to get to sleep because she had a mock exam the next day. I have no idea why my goddess talked with me for so long. Even if I forgot the time, how could she have forgotten.


    Even though it was more than a bit crazy, it already amassed thousands of postings so everyone secretly thought LuXiaobei was aware of it and simply chose to turn a blind eye. However, no one expected for Lu Xiaobei to truly have no idea of it at all.


    Xiaoya then turned her eyes at the suddenly silent QQ chat window, a faint feeling of foreboding descending over her. Without thinking, she saved some of the "sparkling" pictures posted there. When Xiaoya got to the final post on the third page titled "Compositions of a Campus Goddess" she hesitated for a while then saved a few more pictures. Afterwards, she opened the fourth page...


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess? It''s probably like looking into another world. (When I read at this question for the topic again today, I suddenly had this new idea.)


    My goddess kept the new phone I gifted her and I''m borrowing her old one.


    Main Floor: RT


    I rushed my goddess to get to sleep because she had a mock exam the next day. I have no idea why my goddess talked with me for so long. Even if I forgot the time, how could she have forgotten.


    Thank you guys for the follows. It''s been a long time since I was online because during the Spring Festival I lost my goddess'' phone. (I compensated for it, though.)


    Even though it wasn''t the first time Xiaoya had seen that picture, but she still found it unbelievable when she laid eyes on it. She was astounded at how such an unimaginably perfect person could exist anywhere around her.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    But as a result, right when I bought her a new phone, my goddess'' old phone was found. The police officers were very efficient. I''m very sorry I underestimated them before.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who hopes there''s a day where I''m a bit closer to my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    Xiang Yi: "I''ll go check it out."


    Suddenly, Xiaoya launched up from her bed, sitting. Lu Xiaobei won''t be angry about this, right?


    My goddess kept the new phone I gifted her and I''m borrowing her old one.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    But after I got my goddess'' old phone I didn''t consider it a loss at all, it actually felt like I gained something.


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    Xiang Yi: "!!!"


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    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


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    She was born in this country but she grew up in the Netherlands. She told me Chinese wasn''t her mother tongue, and that she was much better at Dutch and English. If she never mentioned it, I would''ve never noticed anything at all.


    Yep! You''re not seeing wrong. The balance of the phone bill you''re seeing belongs to my goddess. It''s not Photoshopped. I repeat, this is not Photoshopped¡ªnot Photoshopped! Important things must be emphasized three times!


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "Captain? Captain?? Captain???"


    When she was a freshman, on a 150 point exam paper, my goddess only scored half. Now she can manage a 120 from time to time, but for a top student like her a score like that was considered low.


    Aware she caused trouble, Xiaoya stealthily cut out the QQ chat window and opened a browser window, entering the school forum.


    Main Floor: RT


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess? It''s probably like looking into another world. (When I read at this question for the topic again today, I suddenly had this new idea.)


    A five digit phone bill balance!! My goddess told me recharging it often is very inconvenient, which is not very understandable, at all. But it''s probably because we don''t live on the same planet.


    What do I do?


    That night when I had just taken the phone, I spent it chatting with her until two o''clock in the morning. Seriously! We clearly started talking at eight that night, but when I checked the time again, it was already two A.M..


    Xiang Yi: Are the mock exam results for the third years out yet? Ours still haven''t [praying]


    Xiaoya: "Just check out the forum and you''ll know, the news is always the fastest there."


    I rushed my goddess to get to sleep because she had a mock exam the next day. I have no idea why my goddess talked with me for so long. Even if I forgot the time, how could she have forgotten.


    I rushed my goddess to get to sleep because she had a mock exam the next day. I have no idea why my goddess talked with me for so long. Even if I forgot the time, how could she have forgotten.


    That post contained pictures of Lu Xiaobei from when she began her second year, they were pictures taken by fanboys and fangirls of her doing various activities, secretly taken pictures, as well as her test papers, homework assignments...


    When she was a freshman, on a 150 point exam paper, my goddess only scored half. Now she can manage a 120 from time to time, but for a top student like her a score like that was considered low.


    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. The last one."


    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    Xiaoya: "Captain? Captain?? Captain???"


    A five digit phone bill balance!! My goddess told me recharging it often is very inconvenient, which is not very understandable, at all. But it''s probably because we don''t live on the same planet.


    N/A


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    And after the results of the mock exam came out, she sat firmly in the throne as one of the top ten in her grade. So I guess it really didn''t matter after all...


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. The last one."


    That night, my goddess and I talked about stuff from when we were kids.


    Main Floor: RT


    Xiang Yi: Are the mock exam results for the third years out yet? Ours still haven''t [praying]


    That night when I had just taken the phone, I spent it chatting with her until two o''clock in the morning. Seriously! We clearly started talking at eight that night, but when I checked the time again, it was already two A.M..


    4th Floor: Geez, the school forum still uses that cryptic shtick. That headline just tricks people into coming in here. You know what, forget it. As a classmate of that "person everyone loves", I''ll bestow some gifts to our newest little brothers and sisters (fans). Here''s a picture worthy of screen licking for my little brothers out there.


    But she also said she put a lot of effort into this. The Chinese Language portion of the college entrance exam seems to be too difficult for her.


    She was born in this country but she grew up in the Netherlands. She told me Chinese wasn''t her mother tongue, and that she was much better at Dutch and English. If she never mentioned it, I would''ve never noticed anything at all.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. The top ten have been posted."


    Even though it was more than a bit crazy, it already amassed thousands of postings so everyone secretly thought LuXiaobei was aware of it and simply chose to turn a blind eye. However, no one expected for Lu Xiaobei to truly have no idea of it at all.


    She was born in this country but she grew up in the Netherlands. She told me Chinese wasn''t her mother tongue, and that she was much better at Dutch and English. If she never mentioned it, I would''ve never noticed anything at all.


    But she also said she put a lot of effort into this. The Chinese Language portion of the college entrance exam seems to be too difficult for her.


    Thank you guys for the follows. It''s been a long time since I was online because during the Spring Festival I lost my goddesses'' phone. (I compensated for it, though.)


    When she was a freshman, on a 150 point exam paper, my goddess only scored half. Now she can manage a 120 from time to time, but for a top student like her a score like that was considered low.


    Mo Yichen: "Do they take the pictures for the top ten students every time the third years do a mock exam and make a post just for that?"


    If my goddess hadn''t given up her Dutch nationality back then she could''ve taken the International Student Entrance ExaminationT/n: aka Joint Entrance Exams for Overseas Chinese Students which would a lot easier. But that''s not to say it''s horrible or anything, my goddess still is quite outstanding and has a lot of options.


    But as a result, right when I bought her a new phone, my goddess'' old phone was found. The police officers were very efficient. I''m very sorry I underestimated them before.


    That night when I had just taken the phone, I spent it chatting with her until two o''clock in the morning. Seriously! We clearly started talking at eight that night, but when I checked the time again, it was already two A.M..


    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    That post contained pictures of Lu Xiaobei from when she began her second year, they were pictures taken by fanboys and fangirls of her doing various activities, secretly taken pictures, as well as her test papers, homework assignments...


    That post contained pictures of Lu Xiaobei from when she began her second year, they were pictures taken by fanboys and fangirls of her doing various activities, secretly taken pictures, as well as her test papers, homework assignments...


    N/A


    Xiaoya laid on her bed grieving. Completely unable to do anything else as no one in their QQ chat group currently spoke...


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who hopes there''s a day where she''s a bit closer to her goddess ¡ª¡ª


    Mo Yichen: "Captain are you on there?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    I rushed my goddess to get to sleep because she had a mock exam the next day. I have no idea why my goddess talked with me for so long. Even if I forgot the time, how could she have forgotten.


    Screen Licking Pics


    Thank you guys for the follows. It''s been a long time since I was online because during the Spring Festival I lost my goddesses'' phone. (I compensated for it, though.)


    Xiaoya: "Not that, it''s the one titled ''the person we all love, if you understand enter''."


    Having lost dozens of screen licking worthy pictures, as well as having no idea if anyone backed them up.


    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


    She was born in this country but she grew up in the Netherlands. She told me Chinese wasn''t her mother tongue, and that she was much better at Dutch and English. If she never mentioned it, I would''ve never noticed anything at all.


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    N/A


    Xiang Yi: Are the mock exam results for the third years out yet? Ours still haven''t [praying]


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. The top ten have been posted."


    4th Floor: Geez, the school forum still uses that cryptic shtick. That headline just tricks people into coming in here. You know what, forget it. As a classmate of that "person everyone loves", I''ll bestow some gifts to our newest little brothers and sisters (fans). Here''s a picture worthy of screen licking for my little brothers out there.


    Mo Yichen: "Captain are you on there?"


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess? It''s probably like looking into another world. (When I read at this question for the topic again today, I suddenly had this new idea.)


    Having lost dozens of screen licking worthy pictures, as well as having no idea if anyone backed them up.


    [picture]


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. The last one."


    Where''s the fourth page???!!!


    Xiaoya: "Captain? Captain?? Captain???"


    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


    Xiang Yi: Are the mock exam results for the third years out yet? Ours still aren''t [praying]


    If my goddess hadn''t given up her Dutch nationality back then she could''ve taken the International Student Entrance ExaminationT/n: aka Joint Entrance Exams for Overseas Chinese Students which would a lot easier. But that''s not to say it''s horrible or anything, my goddess still is quite outstanding and has a lot of options.


    Yep! You''re not seeing wrong. The balance of the phone bill you''re seeing belongs to my goddess. It''s not Photoshopped. I repeat, this is not Photoshopped¡ªnot Photoshopped! Important things must be emphasized three times!


    If my goddess hadn''t given up her Dutch nationality back then she could''ve taken the International Student Entrance ExaminationT/n: aka Joint Entrance Exams for Overseas Chinese Students which would a lot easier. But that''s not to say it''s horrible or anything, my goddess still is quite outstanding and has a lot of options.


    Xiaoya: "Just check out the forum and you''ll know, the news is always the fastest there."


    Xiaoya: As a fan of the goddess, my heart has grown weary.


    Xiang Yi: "Forum?"


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    Xiang Yi: "Forum?"


    Xiaoya: "Just check out the forum and you''ll know, the news is always the fastest there."


    Mo Yichen: "Do they take the pictures for the top ten students every time the third years do a mock exam and make a post just for that?"


    Xiang Yi: "Oh. My. God!"


    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    A five digit phone bill balance!! My goddess told me recharging it often is very inconvenient, which is not very understandable, at all. But it''s probably because we don''t live on the same planet.


    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    Thank you guys for the follows. It''s been a long time since I was online because during the Spring Festival I lost my goddesses'' phone. (I compensated for it, though.)


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. The top ten have been posted."


    Xiaoya: "Not that, it''s the one titled ''the person we all love, if you understand enter''."


    Xiang Yi: "Forum?"


    Xiang Yi: "I''ll go check it out."


    When she was a freshman, on a 150 point exam paper, my goddess only scored half. Now she can manage a 120 from time to time, but for a top student like her a score like that was considered low.


    When she was a freshman, on a 150 point exam paper, my goddess only scored half. Now she can manage a 120 from time to time, but for a top student like her a score like that was considered low.


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    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    Yep! You''re not seeing wrong. The balance of the phone bill you''re seeing belongs to my goddess. It''s not Photoshopped. I repeat, this is not Photoshopped¡ªnot Photoshopped! Important things must be emphasized three times!


    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


    Xiang Yi: "!!!"


    That night, my goddess and I talked about stuff from when we were kids.


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    That night when I had just taken the phone, I spent it chatting with her until two o''clock in the morning. Seriously! We clearly started talking at eight that night, but when I checked the time again, it was already two A.M..


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


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    Where''s the fourth page???!!!


    Xiang Yi: "Oh. My. God!"


    Having lost dozens of screen licking worthy pictures, as well as having no idea if anyone backed them up.


    Mo Yichen: "What happened? I never go through the school forum, so is there something wrong with it?"


    There were no beautifying effects, but even if the phone had no filter of its own, if you didn''t pay attention to the low lighting and ordinary layout of the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s temperament, along with her expression, could made a person believe time and space were warped. She appeared more like someone approving a contract worth billions, or maybe even someone attending an international conference.


    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    [picture]


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    Posts Picture [picture]


    Xiaoya: "Just check out the forum and you''ll know, the news is always the fastest there."


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    But she also said she put a lot of effort into this. The Chinese Language portion of the college entrance exam seems to be too difficult for her.


    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


    Xiaoya: "Captain? Captain?? Captain???"


    N/A


    Aware she caused trouble, Xiaoya stealthily cut out the QQ chat window and opened a browser window, entering the school forum.


    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    But she also said she put a lot of effort into this. The Chinese Language portion of the college entrance exam seems to be too difficult for her.


    N/A


    My goddess kept the new phone I gifted her and I''m borrowing her old one.


    But as a result, right when I bought her a new phone, my goddess'' old phone was found. The police officers were very efficient. I''m very sorry I underestimated them before.


    On that forum there were four thousand followers and two hundred thousand posts. But there was only one post which dominated the home page of that forum, one which amassed over six thousand replies: That person we all love, if you understand, you can enter.


    Xiaoya then turned her eyes at the suddenly silent QQ chat window, a faint feeling of foreboding descending over her. Without thinking, she saved some of the "sparkling" pictures posted there. When Xiaoya got to the final post on the third page titled "Compositions of a Campus Goddess" she hesitated for a while then saved a few more pictures. Afterwards, she opened the fourth page...


    Even though it was more than a bit crazy, it already amassed thousands of postings so everyone secretly thought LuXiaobei was aware of it and simply chose to turn a blind eye. However, no one expected for Lu Xiaobei to truly have no idea of it at all.


    Xiang Yi: "Oh. My. God!"


    Mo Yichen: "Captain are you on there?"


    Where''s the fourth page???!!!


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    Mo Yichen: "What happened? I never go through the school forum, so is there something wrong with it?"


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    That post contained pictures of Lu Xiaobei from when she began her second year, they were pictures taken by fanboys and fangirls of her doing various activities, secretly taken pictures, as well as her test papers, homework assignments...


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. The last one."


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    Mo Yichen: "Captain are you on there?"


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    And after the results of the mock exam came out, she sat firmly in the throne as one of the top ten in her grade. So I guess it really didn''t matter after all...


    Mo Yichen: "Captain are you on there?"


    Even though it wasn''t the first time Xiaoya had seen that picture, but she still found it unbelievable when she laid eyes on it. She was astounded at how such an unimaginably perfect person could exist anywhere around her.


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    If my goddess hadn''t given up her Dutch nationality back then she could''ve taken the International Student Entrance ExaminationT/n: aka Joint Entrance Exams for Overseas Chinese Students which would a lot easier. But that''s not to say it''s horrible or anything, my goddess still is quite outstanding and has a lot of options.


    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    Goddess Evolution QQ Group


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    We''re sorry, but this post no longer exists.


    4th Floor: Geez, the school forum still uses that cryptic shtick. That headline just tricks people into coming in here. You know what, forget it. As a classmate of that "person everyone loves", I''ll bestow some gifts to our newest little brothers and sisters (fans). Here''s a picture worthy of screen licking for my little brothers out there.


    Aware she caused trouble, Xiaoya stealthily cut out the QQ chat window and opened a browser window, entering the school forum.


    Xiang Yi: "Oh. My. God!"


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    [picture]


    Xiang Yi: "I''ll go check it out."


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    Yep! You''re not seeing wrong. The balance of the phone bill you''re seeing belongs to my goddess. It''s not Photoshopped. I repeat, this is not Photoshopped¡ªnot Photoshopped! Important things must be emphasized three times!


    Where''s the fourth page???!!!


    Screen Licking Pics


    Xiang Yi: "I''ll go check it out."


    Xiang Yi: "I''ll go check it out."


    Even though it wasn''t the first time Xiaoya had seen that picture, but she still found it unbelievable when she laid eyes on it. She was astounded at how such an unimaginably perfect person could exist anywhere around her.


    Even though it was more than a bit crazy, it already amassed thousands of postings so everyone secretly thought LuXiaobei was aware of it and simply chose to turn a blind eye. However, no one expected for Lu Xiaobei to truly have no idea of it at all.


    In that picture, Lu Xiaobei held her chin with her left arm while a pen was held in her right. It seemed as though someone had just called her, because her eyes were halfway lifted, looking forward. Her swept faux-hawk-styled hair exposed a clear forehead, brows a bit darker than they were light, and eyes which were deep, deep while containing pitch black pupils seeming like a black hole, one able to suck a person''s soul straight in. Below these features was a tall, straight, nose and beneath that was a pair of lightly pursed lips.


    Xiaoya laid on her bed grieving. Completely unable to do anything else as no one in their QQ chat group currently spoke...


    My goddess kept the new phone I gifted her and I''m borrowing her old one.


    Xiaoya: "Not that, it''s the one titled ''the person we all love, if you understand enter''."


    Having lost dozens of screen licking worthy pictures, as well as having no idea if anyone backed them up.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    There were no beautifying effects, but even if the phone had no filter of its own, if you didn''t pay attention to the low lighting and ordinary layout of the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s temperament, along with her expression, could made a person believe time and space were warped. She appeared more like someone approving a contract worth billions, or maybe even someone attending an international conference.


    Suddenly, Xiaoya launched up from her bed, sitting. Lu Xiaobei won''t be angry about this, right?


    Xiaoya: "Captain? Captain?? Captain???"


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    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    N/A


    Xiang Yi: "Every single post... they''re all about Captain."


    What do I do?


    Xiaoya then turned her eyes at the suddenly silent QQ chat window, a faint feeling of foreboding descending over her. Without thinking, she saved some of the "sparkling" pictures posted there. When Xiaoya got to the final post on the third page titled "Compositions of a Campus Goddess" she hesitated for a while then saved a few more pictures. Afterwards, she opened the fourth page...


    That night when I had just taken the phone, I spent it chatting with her until two o''clock in the morning. Seriously! We clearly started talking at eight that night, but when I checked the time again, it was already two A.M..


    That night when I had just taken the phone, I spent it chatting with her until two o''clock in the morning. Seriously! We clearly started talking at eight that night, but when I checked the time again, it was already two A.M..


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    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    When she was a freshman, on a 150 point exam paper, my goddess only scored half. Now she can manage a 120 from time to time, but for a top student like her a score like that was considered low.


    Xiaoya: "Just check out the forum and you''ll know, the news is always the fastest there."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Where''s the fourth page???!!!


    Xiang Yi: "I''ve been through two pages and I still haven''t seen anything!"


    Xiang Yi: "Forum?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. The top ten have been posted."


    That post contained pictures of Lu Xiaobei from when she began her second year, they were pictures taken by fanboys and fangirls of her doing various activities, secretly taken pictures, as well as her test papers, homework assignments...


    4th Floor: Geez, the school forum still uses that cryptic shtick. That headline just tricks people into coming in here. You know what, forget it. As a classmate of that "person everyone loves", I''ll bestow some gifts to our newest little brothers and sisters (fans). Here''s a picture worthy of screen licking for my little brothers out there.


    We''re sorry, but this post no longer exists.


    Xiaoya: "Not that, it''s the one titled ''the person we all love, if you understand enter''."


    [picture]


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. The last one."


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who hopes there''s a day where I''m a bit closer to my goddess ¡ª¡ª


    We''re sorry, but this post no longer exists.


    Xiaoya: As a fan of the goddess, my heart has grown weary.


    Yep! You''re not seeing wrong. The balance of the phone bill you''re seeing belongs to my goddess. It''s not Photoshopped. I repeat, this is not Photoshopped¡ªnot Photoshopped! Important things must be emphasized three times!


    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    Even though it was more than a bit crazy, it already amassed thousands of postings so everyone secretly thought LuXiaobei was aware of it and simply chose to turn a blind eye. However, no one expected for Lu Xiaobei to truly have no idea of it at all.


    That post contained pictures of Lu Xiaobei from when she began her second year, they were pictures taken by fanboys and fangirls of her doing various activities, secretly taken pictures, as well as her test papers, homework assignments...


    The amount of guilt Xiaoya felt was considerable. She already accepted that the oone wh deleted the post was Lu Xiaobei, and the chances were it would never come back.


    But she also said she put a lot of effort into this. The Chinese Language portion of the college entrance exam seems to be too difficult for her.


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    Xiang Yi: "Oh. My. God!"


    Even though it was more than a bit crazy, it already amassed thousands of postings so everyone secretly thought LuXiaobei was aware of it and simply chose to turn a blind eye. However, no one expected for Lu Xiaobei to truly have no idea of it at all.


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    Xiang Yi: Are the mock exam results for the third years out yet? Ours still haven''t [praying]


    My goddess kept the new phone I gifted her and I''m borrowing her old one.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    N/A


    The amount of guilt Xiaoya felt was considerable. She already accepted that the oone wh deleted the post was Lu Xiaobei, and the chances were it would never come back.


    But she also said she put a lot of effort into this. The Chinese Language portion of the college entrance exam seems to be too difficult for her.


    Screen Licking Pics


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    There were no beautifying effects, but even if the phone had no filter of its own, if you didn''t pay attention to the low lighting and ordinary layout of the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s temperament, along with her expression, could made a person believe time and space were warped. She appeared more like someone approving a contract worth billions, or maybe even someone attending an international conference.


    N/A


    Aware she caused trouble, Xiaoya stealthily cut out the QQ chat window and opened a browser window, entering the school forum.


    The amount of guilt Xiaoya felt was considerable. She already accepted that the oone wh deleted the post was Lu Xiaobei, and the chances were it would never come back.


    Having lost dozens of screen licking worthy pictures, as well as having no idea if anyone backed them up.


    Xiaoya: "Um... Didn''t you guys know about it? Did you not know too, Captain?"


    What do I do?


    But after I got my goddess'' old phone I didn''t consider it a loss at all, it actually felt like I gained something.


    Xiaoya laid on her bed grieving. Completely unable to do anything else as no one in their QQ chat group currently spoke...


    On that forum there were four thousand followers and two hundred thousand posts. But there was only one post which dominated the home page of that forum, one which amassed over six thousand replies: That person we all love, if you understand, you can enter.


    Xiaoya: As a fan of the goddess, my heart has grown weary.


    My goddess said it didn''t matter...


    There were no beautifying effects, but even if the phone had no filter of its own, if you didn''t pay attention to the low lighting and ordinary layout of the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s temperament, along with her expression, could made a person believe time and space were warped. She appeared more like someone approving a contract worth billions, or maybe even someone attending an international conference.


    Xiaoya: As a fan of the goddess, my heart has grown weary.


    And after the results of the mock exam came out, she sat firmly in the throne as one of the top ten in her grade. So I guess it really didn''t matter after all...


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    Suddenly, Xiaoya launched up from her bed, sitting. Lu Xiaobei won''t be angry about this, right?


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    What do I do?


    Xiang Yi: "!!!"


    A five digit phone bill balance!! My goddess told me recharging it often is very inconvenient, which is not very understandable, at all. But it''s probably because we don''t live on the same planet.


    My goddess said it didn''t matter...

 CH 19

    Xiaoya really wanted to just take her phone and call Lu Xiaobei at that very instant, but she was afraid the other girl would be so mad she''d even blow her off. Xiaoya wasn''t afraid of what Lu Xiaobei would say to her, she was scared that she, herself, won''t say anything and irritate Lu Xiaobei even more.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why do you ask? Are you disappointed?"


    Recently, there have been too many classes, so it made Lu Xiaobei''s energy levels rather low, an as a result, she simply twirled her pen while staring out the window, only putting the effort to make a note under the topic once she heard something of use.


    With Xiaoya explaining: "The library is a lot more quiet than when I''m at home."


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while, then answered, "That''s not true..."


    First pacing from one end of her room to the other, Xiaoya then rolled from the head of her bed to the bottom. Finally making up her mind after much difficulty,.


    "So would you like to go home after studying here in the library first?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    "What are you thinking about then?" Lu Xiaobei questioned her once more.


    However, after swiping on her phone, she saw the time displayed on there was eleven-thirty.


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    Realising it after the fact, from her expression, a shocked Mo Yichen then asked: "Xiaoya, do you actually know how to coax the truth out of somebody?!"


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    It''s already this late. Captain has a healthy sleep schedule so she''s probably sleeping. Waking her up again now wouldn''t be good.


    Her words making Xiaoya feel moved. Although she wasn''t the person who made the post, in addition to before she had gotten to know Lu Xiaobei, she would often lap up any pictures with her goddess, thank the original poster; thank the commentor who shared the beautiful pictures, the exam papers, and links to the imitation clothes on taobao (even if it seemed as though some strange things got mixed in); and never posted any breaking news of her own. But... it was definitely wrong for everyone to post topics and share information like this without Lu Xiaobei''s permission.


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    So with her horribly entangled emotions, Xiaoya went to bed, tossing and turning all night. When the next day, because of this, she had to force herself to revive her battery then drag herself all the way to class.


    So with her horribly entangled emotions, Xiaoya went to bed, tossing and turning all night. When the next day, because of this, she had to force herself to revive her battery then drag herself all the way to class.


    But Xiaoya only mumbled, "No, I don''t... I didn''t know." The phone didn''t contain anything particularly important, since they only knew each other for a few days before Lu Xiaobei had let her play with it. Lu Xiaobei also didn''t seem obsessed with the phone either, because after it got stolen, she even declined to go report it to the police from the start. So why would Lu Xiaobei go through all that to get the phone back then...


    Later that night, after Xiaoya was done with her bath and laid in her bed, there was an unread message on her phone.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why do you ask? Are you disappointed?"


    "Why are your under eye circles so dark? Did you not get any sleep last night?" It''s been a week since the new school term began, and the other students in the class thought Mo Yichen was indifferent to everything and seemed to treat her school work no different than tasks to be completed. Truthfully, Mo Yichen was as meticulous as they come. It being to the point where Xiaoya only having traces of something wrong was enough for her to take notice.


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze fell slightly, her thick lashes resembling a pair of fluttering butterfly wings, "When I was little, I always wished for there to be someone waiting for me after school."


    After she said this, for some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s face now bore a light blush as she said, "I''ll wait for you."


    Her words making Xiaoya feel moved. Although she wasn''t the person who made the post, in addition to before she had gotten to know Lu Xiaobei, she would often lap up any pictures with her goddess, thank the original poster; thank the commentor who shared the beautiful pictures, the exam papers, and links to the imitation clothes on taobao (even if it seemed as though some strange things got mixed in); and never posted any breaking news of her own. But... it was definitely wrong for everyone to post topics and share information like this without Lu Xiaobei''s permission.


    Xiaoya nodded: "Mhm."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why do you ask? Are you disappointed?"


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    Xiaoya hesitated for a while, and after she made sure there was no one around them, she replied, "It''s about the thing last night with Captain."


    First pacing from one end of her room to the other, Xiaoya then rolled from the head of her bed to the bottom. Finally making up her mind after much difficulty,.


    With Xiaoya explaining: "The library is a lot more quiet than when I''m at home."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh that? I asked the original poster to delete it."


    Black Technology


    Understanding her message, Lu Xiaobei sent her back a nod in return, and with that Xiaoya skipped away.


    With Xiaoya explaining: "The library is a lot more quiet than when I''m at home."


    "Aright, just let me take a look here. You kept a lot of my pictures, huh? Looks like you didn''t reduce frequenting that post at all." Lu Xiaobei kept holding the phone high as she looked through the images.


    "You know about it already? Geez, Captain even urged me and Xiang Yi to not tell you." Mo Yichen said in return.


    Xiaoya wanted to snatch back the phone, saying, "Hey! That''s mine!"


    Her words making Xiaoya feel moved. Although she wasn''t the person who made the post, in addition to before she had gotten to know Lu Xiaobei, she would often lap up any pictures with her goddess, thank the original poster; thank the commentor who shared the beautiful pictures, the exam papers, and links to the imitation clothes on taobao (even if it seemed as though some strange things got mixed in); and never posted any breaking news of her own. But... it was definitely wrong for everyone to post topics and share information like this without Lu Xiaobei''s permission.


    At first, Xiaoya thought about saying something about the phone incident, but then recalled Lu XIaobei never wanted her to know about it, so in the end simply kept her mouth shut.


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    "You know about it already? Geez, Captain even urged me and Xiang Yi to not tell you." Mo Yichen said in return.


    Observing Lu Xiaobei''s expression, Xiaoya breathed out a sigh of relief once she realised Lu Xiaobei didn''t seem to be angry.


    ?¡ó?


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    Mo Yichen: "...so she especially contacted some people, increased the police force, and even destroyed a few dens which specialized in the disposal of stolen goods. But after it still wasn''t found, she directly employed the use of ''black technology''T/n: it just refers to highly advanced technology. It''s a term originating from the manga/LN Full Metal Panic!. All that used up enough money to buy the phone a hundred times over. It was even the first time in my life I ever saw someone who has money spend so much of it. You could basically write a book called ''How to go from a Billionaire to a Pauper'' based on it".


    Observing Lu Xiaobei''s expression, Xiaoya breathed out a sigh of relief once she realised Lu Xiaobei didn''t seem to be angry.


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Mo Yichen: "Are you incredibly moved because of it?"


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    Xiaoya nodded: "Mhm."


    After winter camp, Xiaoya''s academic achievements didn''t advance by leaps and bounds, but she did cultivate some good study habits thanks to Lu Xiaobei. So instead of waiting idly she cracked open a book and worked on some problems.


    Mo Yichen: "But, with how she handled that matter, Captain didn''t go abut it the right way either."


    Xiaoya thought it over carefully, then answered honestly, "It''d be really hard for me to stick to it, though."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while, then answered, "That''s not true..."


    Xiaoya remained silent, wanting to refute her, but never expecting Mo Yichen to add: "In the beginning, Xiang Yi and I told her that if she didn''t get the phone found and returned, she should just buy back an old one since it''d be hard for you to tell the difference. But she refused the idea and said she couldn''t lie to you like that..."


    Seeing Xiaoya didn''t answer, Lu Xiaobei said, "It''s getting late. Pack up your stuff so we can get going, alright?"


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    But Mo Yichen just waved her hands while her face now had a look of understanding, "Making friends with someone like Captain is a lot of pressure, isn''t it?"


    However, after swiping on her phone, she saw the time displayed on there was eleven-thirty.


    Later that night, after Xiaoya was done with her bath and laid in her bed, there was an unread message on her phone.


    Realising it after the fact, from her expression, a shocked Mo Yichen then asked: "Xiaoya, do you actually know how to coax the truth out of somebody?!"


    Xiaoya, on the other hand, hung on to Lu Xiaobei''s neck while her lips curved downwards to express her grievance.


    "You were really focussed. I''ve been watching you for a good while now," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Hearing her reply, Lu Xiaobei said, "In return, I''ll walk you back home." Then added the following after being well-accustomed to Xiapoya''s character, "It''s just because I don''t get much exercise these days, so I might as well accompany you on a walk."


    Xiaoya nodded: "Mhm."


    Xiaoya remained silent, wanting to refute her, but never expecting Mo Yichen to add: "In the beginning, Xiang Yi and I told her that if she didn''t get the phone found and returned, she should just buy back an old one since it''d be hard for you to tell the difference. But she refused the idea and said she couldn''t lie to you like that..."


    Realising it after the fact, from her expression, a shocked Mo Yichen then asked: "Xiaoya, do you actually know how to coax the truth out of somebody?!"


    Understanding her message, Lu Xiaobei sent her back a nod in return, and with that Xiaoya skipped away.


    However, after swiping on her phone, she saw the time displayed on there was eleven-thirty.


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Mo Yichen: "...so she especially contacted some people, increased the police force, and even destroyed a few dens which specialized in the disposal of stolen goods. But after it still wasn''t found, she directly employed the use of ''black technology''T/n: it just refers to highly advanced technology. It''s a term originating from the manga/LN Full Metal Panic!. All that used up enough money to buy the phone a hundred times over. It was even the first time in my life I ever saw someone who has money spend so much of it. You could basically write a book called ''How to go from a Billionaire to a Pauper'' based on it".


    What Mo Yichen just said made Xiaoya feel as though she was playing ''red light, green light, one two three''¡ªleaving in a daze, unable to move an inch.


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    Xiaoya: "No."


    But Mo Yichen just waved her hands while her face now had a look of understanding, "Making friends with someone like Captain is a lot of pressure, isn''t it?"


    Lu Xiaobei the hooked her finger under Xiaoya''s chin, asking, "Are you upset?"


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    What Mo Yichen just said made Xiaoya feel as though she was playing ''red light, green light, one two three''¡ªleaving in a daze, unable to move an inch.


    Mo Yichen then frowned a bit, asking: "But how did you even find out about this? I thought Captain hid it all really well."


    "Aright, just let me take a look here. You kept a lot of my pictures, huh? Looks like you didn''t reduce frequenting that post at all." Lu Xiaobei kept holding the phone high as she looked through the images.


    "So would you like to go home after studying here in the library first?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya: "No."


    The colour of the tiles lining the school''s railings were faded, and on top of it was a chirping sparrow. From there, a bit further from the classroom, was a snooping girl, popping her head in and out peeking her way.


    So with her horribly entangled emotions, Xiaoya went to bed, tossing and turning all night. When the next day, because of this, she had to force herself to revive her battery then drag herself all the way to class.


    Lu Xiaobei the hooked her finger under Xiaoya''s chin, asking, "Are you upset?"


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    What Mo Yichen just said made Xiaoya feel as though she was playing ''red light, green light, one two three''¡ªleaving in a daze, unable to move an inch.


    Having heard this, as expected, Xiaoya no longer pushed the issue, but instead went on to ask, "Captain, about the post incident yesterday..."


    Mo Yichen: "But, with how she handled that matter, Captain didn''t go abut it the right way either."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why do you ask? Are you disappointed?"


    It had already been three years, so the third year teachers had long lost the will to ask Lu Xiaobei to answer any questions. Furthermore, despite Lu Xiaobei seeming as though her mind was wandering, she was never careless in anything she needed to do. So every time they thought a chance to toss a question her way to embarrass her, they''d be the one who''d end up being hit in the face.


    Xiaoya really wanted to just take her phone and call Lu Xiaobei at that very instant, but she was afraid the other girl would be so mad she''d even blow her off. Xiaoya wasn''t afraid of what Lu Xiaobei would say to her, she was scared that she, herself, won''t say anything and irritate Lu Xiaobei even more.


    Realising it after the fact, from her expression, a shocked Mo Yichen then asked: "Xiaoya, do you actually know how to coax the truth out of somebody?!"


    But why would she be so nice to her? Why?


    At first, Xiaoya thought about saying something about the phone incident, but then recalled Lu XIaobei never wanted her to know about it, so in the end simply kept her mouth shut.


    Mo Yichen: "Are you incredibly moved because of it?"


    But Xiaoya only mumbled, "No, I don''t... I didn''t know." The phone didn''t contain anything particularly important, since they only knew each other for a few days before Lu Xiaobei had let her play with it. Lu Xiaobei also didn''t seem obsessed with the phone either, because after it got stolen, she even declined to go report it to the police from the start. So why would Lu Xiaobei go through all that to get the phone back then...


    ?¡ó?


    ?¡ó?


    But why would she be so nice to her? Why?


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    Was it because of her? Was it because she didn''t want her to feel guilty?


    Xiaoya really wanted to just take her phone and call Lu Xiaobei at that very instant, but she was afraid the other girl would be so mad she''d even blow her off. Xiaoya wasn''t afraid of what Lu Xiaobei would say to her, she was scared that she, herself, won''t say anything and irritate Lu Xiaobei even more.


    ?¡ó?


    Why was Xiaoya here? Lu Xiaobei stopped twirling her pen and placed it on the table, instinctively thinking of getting up, before the realisation she was still in a class hit her. Sweeping her gaze over the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s eyes met the girl at the neighbouring desk who glanced at her secretly...


    It''s already this late. Captain has a healthy sleep schedule so she''s probably sleeping. Waking her up again now wouldn''t be good.


    It''s already this late. Captain has a healthy sleep schedule so she''s probably sleeping. Waking her up again now wouldn''t be good.


    But why would she be so nice to her? Why?


    "Why are your under eye circles so dark? Did you not get any sleep last night?" It''s been a week since the new school term began, and the other students in the class thought Mo Yichen was indifferent to everything and seemed to treat her school work no different than tasks to be completed. Truthfully, Mo Yichen was as meticulous as they come. It being to the point where Xiaoya only having traces of something wrong was enough for her to take notice.


    But Lu Xiaobei was still a bit taller than her and so held the phone high. "I said I''d give it to you, but you didn''t want it."


    The colour of the tiles lining the school''s railings were faded, and on top of it was a chirping sparrow. From there, a bit further from the classroom, was a snooping girl, popping her head in and out peeking her way.


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    Luckily, Xiaoya noticed it was still to early for the class to be dismissed, so she motioned to Lu Xiaobei to meet her at the library behind the school.


    Xiaoya hesitated for a while, and after she made sure there was no one around them, she replied, "It''s about the thing last night with Captain."


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh that? I asked the original poster to delete it."


    What Mo Yichen just said made Xiaoya feel as though she was playing ''red light, green light, one two three''¡ªleaving in a daze, unable to move an inch.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya nodded: "Mhm."


    The colour of the tiles lining the school''s railings were faded, and on top of it was a chirping sparrow. From there, a bit further from the classroom, was a snooping girl, popping her head in and out peeking her way.


    ?¡ó?


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    Fourth class of the afternoon.


    N/A


    Later that night, after Xiaoya was done with her bath and laid in her bed, there was an unread message on her phone.


    A snooping girl?


    Recently, there have been too many classes, so it made Lu Xiaobei''s energy levels rather low, an as a result, she simply twirled her pen while staring out the window, only putting the effort to make a note under the topic once she heard something of use.


    After she said this, for some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s face now bore a light blush as she said, "I''ll wait for you."


    Xiaoya, on the other hand, hung on to Lu Xiaobei''s neck while her lips curved downwards to express her grievance.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while, then answered, "That''s not true..."


    Observing Lu Xiaobei''s expression, Xiaoya breathed out a sigh of relief once she realised Lu Xiaobei didn''t seem to be angry.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why do you ask? Are you disappointed?"


    After she said this, for some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s face now bore a light blush as she said, "I''ll wait for you."


    "What are you thinking about then?" Lu Xiaobei questioned her once more.


    It had already been three years, so the third year teachers had long lost the will to ask Lu Xiaobei to answer any questions. Furthermore, despite Lu Xiaobei seeming as though her mind was wandering, she was never careless in anything she needed to do. So every time they thought a chance to toss a question her way to embarrass her, they''d be the one who''d end up being hit in the face.


    But Xiaoya only mumbled, "No, I don''t... I didn''t know." The phone didn''t contain anything particularly important, since they only knew each other for a few days before Lu Xiaobei had let her play with it. Lu Xiaobei also didn''t seem obsessed with the phone either, because after it got stolen, she even declined to go report it to the police from the start. So why would Lu Xiaobei go through all that to get the phone back then...


    Mo Yichen: "But, with how she handled that matter, Captain didn''t go abut it the right way either."


    Xiaoya rested a hand on the table, and Lu Xiaobei reached out, taking hold of it, her gaze fixed on Xiaoya as she spoke. "Then how about you wait for me here every day until my classes are finished?"


    The colour of the tiles lining the school''s railings were faded, and on top of it was a chirping sparrow. From there, a bit further from the classroom, was a snooping girl, popping her head in and out peeking her way.


    Fourth class of the afternoon.


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    Xiaoya rested a hand on the table, and Lu Xiaobei reached out, taking hold of it, her gaze fixed on Xiaoya as she spoke. "Then how about you wait for me here every day until my classes are finished?"


    However, after swiping on her phone, she saw the time displayed on there was eleven-thirty.


    With Xiaoya explaining: "The library is a lot more quiet than when I''m at home."


    Xiaoya, on the other hand, hung on to Lu Xiaobei''s neck while her lips curved downwards to express her grievance.


    A snooping girl?


    "What are you thinking about then?" Lu Xiaobei questioned her once more.


    Why was Xiaoya here? Lu Xiaobei stopped twirling her pen and placed it on the table, instinctively thinking of getting up, before the realisation she was still in a class hit her. Sweeping her gaze over the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s eyes met the girl at the neighbouring desk who glanced at her secretly...


    Was it because of her? Was it because she didn''t want her to feel guilty?


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    "So would you like to go home after studying here in the library first?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Having heard this, as expected, Xiaoya no longer pushed the issue, but instead went on to ask, "Captain, about the post incident yesterday..."


    Xiaoya, on the other hand, hung on to Lu Xiaobei''s neck while her lips curved downwards to express her grievance.


    Luckily, Xiaoya noticed it was still to early for the class to be dismissed, so she motioned to Lu Xiaobei to meet her at the library behind the school.


    With Xiaoya explaining: "The library is a lot more quiet than when I''m at home."


    Fourth class of the afternoon.


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    Understanding her message, Lu Xiaobei sent her back a nod in return, and with that Xiaoya skipped away.


    ?¡ó?


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    [picture]


    "Why are your under eye circles so dark? Did you not get any sleep last night?" It''s been a week since the new school term began, and the other students in the class thought Mo Yichen was indifferent to everything and seemed to treat her school work no different than tasks to be completed. Truthfully, Mo Yichen was as meticulous as they come. It being to the point where Xiaoya only having traces of something wrong was enough for her to take notice.


    Xiaoya wanted to snatch back the phone, saying, "Hey! That''s mine!"


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    "So would you like to go home after studying here in the library first?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    "What are you thinking about then?" Lu Xiaobei questioned her once more.


    "So would you like to go home after studying here in the library first?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Her words making Xiaoya feel moved. Although she wasn''t the person who made the post, in addition to before she had gotten to know Lu Xiaobei, she would often lap up any pictures with her goddess, thank the original poster; thank the commentor who shared the beautiful pictures, the exam papers, and links to the imitation clothes on taobao (even if it seemed as though some strange things got mixed in); and never posted any breaking news of her own. But... it was definitely wrong for everyone to post topics and share information like this without Lu Xiaobei''s permission.


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    [picture]


    Lu Xiaobei: I just took a pic.


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    Yet, as a result, Lu Xiaobei was also considerate enough to not only delete the post herself, but also not let the others tell her. Xiaoya was so moved both her eyes grew teary. Her goddess hadn''t abandoned her. "Yeah, I know."


    However, after swiping on her phone, she saw the time displayed on there was eleven-thirty.


    Realising it after the fact, from her expression, a shocked Mo Yichen then asked: "Xiaoya, do you actually know how to coax the truth out of somebody?!"


    Mo Yichen then frowned a bit, asking: "But how did you even find out about this? I thought Captain hid it all really well."


    After winter camp, Xiaoya''s academic achievements didn''t advance by leaps and bounds, but she did cultivate some good study habits thanks to Lu Xiaobei. So instead of waiting idly she cracked open a book and worked on some problems.


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    At first, Xiaoya thought about saying something about the phone incident, but then recalled Lu XIaobei never wanted her to know about it, so in the end simply kept her mouth shut.


    Xiaoya thought it over carefully, then answered honestly, "It''d be really hard for me to stick to it, though."


    Xiaoya really wanted to just take her phone and call Lu Xiaobei at that very instant, but she was afraid the other girl would be so mad she''d even blow her off. Xiaoya wasn''t afraid of what Lu Xiaobei would say to her, she was scared that she, herself, won''t say anything and irritate Lu Xiaobei even more.


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Mo Yichen: "But, with how she handled that matter, Captain didn''t go abut it the right way either."


    "You were really focussed. I''ve been watching you for a good while now," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Xiaoya really wanted to just take her phone and call Lu Xiaobei at that very instant, but she was afraid the other girl would be so mad she''d even blow her off. Xiaoya wasn''t afraid of what Lu Xiaobei would say to her, she was scared that she, herself, won''t say anything and irritate Lu Xiaobei even more.


    But Lu Xiaobei was still a bit taller than her and so held the phone high. "I said I''d give it to you, but you didn''t want it."


    ?¡ó?


    Why was Xiaoya here? Lu Xiaobei stopped twirling her pen and placed it on the table, instinctively thinking of getting up, before the realisation she was still in a class hit her. Sweeping her gaze over the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s eyes met the girl at the neighbouring desk who glanced at her secretly...


    ?¡ó?


    ?¡ó?


    After winter camp, Xiaoya''s academic achievements didn''t advance by leaps and bounds, but she did cultivate some good study habits thanks to Lu Xiaobei. So instead of waiting idly she cracked open a book and worked on some problems.


    Xiaoya the stated: "After school today, I need to go find Captain."


    With Xiaoya explaining: "The library is a lot more quiet than when I''m at home."


    Understanding her message, Lu Xiaobei sent her back a nod in return, and with that Xiaoya skipped away.


    Xiaoya remained silent, wanting to refute her, but never expecting Mo Yichen to add: "In the beginning, Xiang Yi and I told her that if she didn''t get the phone found and returned, she should just buy back an old one since it''d be hard for you to tell the difference. But she refused the idea and said she couldn''t lie to you like that..."


    Xiaoya nodded: "Mhm."


    "So would you like to go home after studying here in the library first?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya rested a hand on the table, and Lu Xiaobei reached out, taking hold of it, her gaze fixed on Xiaoya as she spoke. "Then how about you wait for me here every day until my classes are finished?"


    ?¡ó?


    The colour of the tiles lining the school''s railings were faded, and on top of it was a chirping sparrow. From there, a bit further from the classroom, was a snooping girl, popping her head in and out peeking her way.


    Xiaoya hesitated for a while, and after she made sure there was no one around them, she replied, "It''s about the thing last night with Captain."


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    Xiaoya thought it over carefully, then answered honestly, "It''d be really hard for me to stick to it, though."


    But Mo Yichen just waved her hands while her face now had a look of understanding, "Making friends with someone like Captain is a lot of pressure, isn''t it?"


    Why was Xiaoya here? Lu Xiaobei stopped twirling her pen and placed it on the table, instinctively thinking of getting up, before the realisation she was still in a class hit her. Sweeping her gaze over the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s eyes met the girl at the neighbouring desk who glanced at her secretly...


    "You were really focussed. I''ve been watching you for a good while now," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Xiaoya rested a hand on the table, and Lu Xiaobei reached out, taking hold of it, her gaze fixed on Xiaoya as she spoke. "Then how about you wait for me here every day until my classes are finished?"


    A snooping girl?


    Mo Yichen then frowned a bit, asking: "But how did you even find out about this? I thought Captain hid it all really well."


    Xiaoya really wanted to just take her phone and call Lu Xiaobei at that very instant, but she was afraid the other girl would be so mad she''d even blow her off. Xiaoya wasn''t afraid of what Lu Xiaobei would say to her, she was scared that she, herself, won''t say anything and irritate Lu Xiaobei even more.


    So with her horribly entangled emotions, Xiaoya went to bed, tossing and turning all night. When the next day, because of this, she had to force herself to revive her battery then drag herself all the way to class.


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    Was it because of her? Was it because she didn''t want her to feel guilty?


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze fell slightly, her thick lashes resembling a pair of fluttering butterfly wings, "When I was little, I always wished for there to be someone waiting for me after school."


    "You know about it already? Geez, Captain even urged me and Xiang Yi to not tell you." Mo Yichen said in return.


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    But Mo Yichen just waved her hands while her face now had a look of understanding, "Making friends with someone like Captain is a lot of pressure, isn''t it?"


    After she said this, for some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s face now bore a light blush as she said, "I''ll wait for you."


    The colour of the tiles lining the school''s railings were faded, and on top of it was a chirping sparrow. From there, a bit further from the classroom, was a snooping girl, popping her head in and out peeking her way.


    Mo Yichen then frowned a bit, asking: "But how did you even find out about this? I thought Captain hid it all really well."


    Xiaoya: "No."


    ?¡ó?


    "You were really focussed. I''ve been watching you for a good while now," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Hearing her reply, Lu Xiaobei said, "In return, I''ll walk you back home." Then added the following after being well-accustomed to Xiapoya''s character, "It''s just because I don''t get much exercise these days, so I might as well accompany you on a walk."


    Lu Xiaobei the hooked her finger under Xiaoya''s chin, asking, "Are you upset?"


    Having heard this, as expected, Xiaoya no longer pushed the issue, but instead went on to ask, "Captain, about the post incident yesterday..."


    ?¡ó?


    Having heard this, as expected, Xiaoya no longer pushed the issue, but instead went on to ask, "Captain, about the post incident yesterday..."


    "You were really focussed. I''ve been watching you for a good while now," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Understanding her message, Lu Xiaobei sent her back a nod in return, and with that Xiaoya skipped away.


    Recently, there have been too many classes, so it made Lu Xiaobei''s energy levels rather low, an as a result, she simply twirled her pen while staring out the window, only putting the effort to make a note under the topic once she heard something of use.


    Mo Yichen: "Are you incredibly moved because of it?"


    Luckily, Xiaoya noticed it was still to early for the class to be dismissed, so she motioned to Lu Xiaobei to meet her at the library behind the school.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh that? I asked the original poster to delete it."


    But Lu Xiaobei was still a bit taller than her and so held the phone high. "I said I''d give it to you, but you didn''t want it."


    Observing Lu Xiaobei''s expression, Xiaoya breathed out a sigh of relief once she realised Lu Xiaobei didn''t seem to be angry.


    Recently, there have been too many classes, so it made Lu Xiaobei''s energy levels rather low, an as a result, she simply twirled her pen while staring out the window, only putting the effort to make a note under the topic once she heard something of use.


    What Mo Yichen just said made Xiaoya feel as though she was playing ''red light, green light, one two three''¡ªleaving in a daze, unable to move an inch.


    Xiaoya nodded: "Mhm."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why do you ask? Are you disappointed?"


    It had already been three years, so the third year teachers had long lost the will to ask Lu Xiaobei to answer any questions. Furthermore, despite Lu Xiaobei seeming as though her mind was wandering, she was never careless in anything she needed to do. So every time they thought a chance to toss a question her way to embarrass her, they''d be the one who''d end up being hit in the face.


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    Recently, there have been too many classes, so it made Lu Xiaobei''s energy levels rather low, an as a result, she simply twirled her pen while staring out the window, only putting the effort to make a note under the topic once she heard something of use.


    It had already been three years, so the third year teachers had long lost the will to ask Lu Xiaobei to answer any questions. Furthermore, despite Lu Xiaobei seeming as though her mind was wandering, she was never careless in anything she needed to do. So every time they thought a chance to toss a question her way to embarrass her, they''d be the one who''d end up being hit in the face.


    Hearing her reply, Lu Xiaobei said, "In return, I''ll walk you back home." Then added the following after being well-accustomed to Xiapoya''s character, "It''s just because I don''t get much exercise these days, so I might as well accompany you on a walk."


    Xiaoya: "No."


    Xiaoya, on the other hand, hung on to Lu Xiaobei''s neck while her lips curved downwards to express her grievance.


    After she said this, for some unknown reason, Xiaoya''s face now bore a light blush as she said, "I''ll wait for you."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while, then answered, "That''s not true..."


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Having heard this, as expected, Xiaoya no longer pushed the issue, but instead went on to ask, "Captain, about the post incident yesterday..."


    Lu Xiaobei then took Xiaoya''s phone, used her thumb to unlock the screen, then scrolled through her photos.


    Later that night, after Xiaoya was done with her bath and laid in her bed, there was an unread message on her phone.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh that? I asked the original poster to delete it."


    ?¡ó?


    Mo Yichen: "But, with how she handled that matter, Captain didn''t go abut it the right way either."


    Xiaoya erased the place Lu Xiaobei pointed to, then closed her homework book, asking, "You''re here?"


    Xiaoya wanted to snatch back the phone, saying, "Hey! That''s mine!"


    Xiaoya: ...huh?


    But Lu Xiaobei was still a bit taller than her and so held the phone high. "I said I''d give it to you, but you didn''t want it."


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    "Aright, just let me take a look here. You kept a lot of my pictures, huh? Looks like you didn''t reduce frequenting that post at all." Lu Xiaobei kept holding the phone high as she looked through the images.


    Mo Yichen then frowned a bit, asking: "But how did you even find out about this? I thought Captain hid it all really well."


    However, after swiping on her phone, she saw the time displayed on there was eleven-thirty.


    But Mo Yichen just waved her hands while her face now had a look of understanding, "Making friends with someone like Captain is a lot of pressure, isn''t it?"


    Lu Xiaobei: I just took a pic.


    After winter camp, Xiaoya''s academic achievements didn''t advance by leaps and bounds, but she did cultivate some good study habits thanks to Lu Xiaobei. So instead of waiting idly she cracked open a book and worked on some problems.


    But Xiaoya only mumbled, "No, I don''t... I didn''t know." The phone didn''t contain anything particularly important, since they only knew each other for a few days before Lu Xiaobei had let her play with it. Lu Xiaobei also didn''t seem obsessed with the phone either, because after it got stolen, she even declined to go report it to the police from the start. So why would Lu Xiaobei go through all that to get the phone back then...


    What Mo Yichen just said made Xiaoya feel as though she was playing ''red light, green light, one two three''¡ªleaving in a daze, unable to move an inch.


    Xiaoya, on the other hand, hung on to Lu Xiaobei''s neck while her lips curved downwards to express her grievance.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh that? I asked the original poster to delete it."


    Xiaoya wanted to snatch back the phone, saying, "Hey! That''s mine!"


    Mo Yichen: "But, with how she handled that matter, Captain didn''t go abut it the right way either."


    Lu Xiaobei the hooked her finger under Xiaoya''s chin, asking, "Are you upset?"


    It''s already this late. Captain has a healthy sleep schedule so she''s probably sleeping. Waking her up again now wouldn''t be good.


    "Aright, just let me take a look here. You kept a lot of my pictures, huh? Looks like you didn''t reduce frequenting that post at all." Lu Xiaobei kept holding the phone high as she looked through the images.


    Xiaoya: "No."


    "No." Xiaoya replied simply.


    Mo Yichen: "Are you incredibly moved because of it?"


    Black Technology


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    Was it because of her? Was it because she didn''t want her to feel guilty?


    "Why are your under eye circles so dark? Did you not get any sleep last night?" It''s been a week since the new school term began, and the other students in the class thought Mo Yichen was indifferent to everything and seemed to treat her school work no different than tasks to be completed. Truthfully, Mo Yichen was as meticulous as they come. It being to the point where Xiaoya only having traces of something wrong was enough for her to take notice.


    Lu Xiaobei: I just took a pic.


    "What are you thinking about then?" Lu Xiaobei questioned her once more.


    Lu Xiaobei then took Xiaoya''s phone, used her thumb to unlock the screen, then scrolled through her photos.


    But Mo Yichen just waved her hands while her face now had a look of understanding, "Making friends with someone like Captain is a lot of pressure, isn''t it?"


    Fourth class of the afternoon.


    At first, Xiaoya thought about saying something about the phone incident, but then recalled Lu XIaobei never wanted her to know about it, so in the end simply kept her mouth shut.


    Seeing Xiaoya didn''t answer, Lu Xiaobei said, "It''s getting late. Pack up your stuff so we can get going, alright?"


    But why would she be so nice to her? Why?


    N/A


    Seeing Xiaoya didn''t answer, Lu Xiaobei said, "It''s getting late. Pack up your stuff so we can get going, alright?"


    Lu Xiaobei: I just took a pic.


    A snooping girl?


    Mo Yichen then frowned a bit, asking: "But how did you even find out about this? I thought Captain hid it all really well."


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    A snooping girl?


    Later that night, after Xiaoya was done with her bath and laid in her bed, there was an unread message on her phone.


    Mo Yichen: "...so she especially contacted some people, increased the police force, and even destroyed a few dens which specialized in the disposal of stolen goods. But after it still wasn''t found, she directly employed the use of ''black technology''T/n: it just refers to highly advanced technology. It''s a term originating from the manga/LN Full Metal Panic!. All that used up enough money to buy the phone a hundred times over. It was even the first time in my life I ever saw someone who has money spend so much of it. You could basically write a book called ''How to go from a Billionaire to a Pauper'' based on it".


    ?¡ó?


    ?¡ó?


    Later that night, after Xiaoya was done with her bath and laid in her bed, there was an unread message on her phone.


    So with her horribly entangled emotions, Xiaoya went to bed, tossing and turning all night. When the next day, because of this, she had to force herself to revive her battery then drag herself all the way to class.


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    [picture]


    Mo Yichen: "Are you incredibly moved because of it?"


    Lu Xiaobei: I just took a pic.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya hesitated for a while, then answered, "That''s not true..."


    Lu Xiaobei the hooked her finger under Xiaoya''s chin, asking, "Are you upset?"


    Why was Xiaoya here? Lu Xiaobei stopped twirling her pen and placed it on the table, instinctively thinking of getting up, before the realisation she was still in a class hit her. Sweeping her gaze over the classroom, Lu Xiaobei''s eyes met the girl at the neighbouring desk who glanced at her secretly...


    "You know about it already? Geez, Captain even urged me and Xiang Yi to not tell you." Mo Yichen said in return.


    [picture]


    "Hey¡ª" Lu Xiaobei suddenly pointed at Xiaoya homework book, dragging it, "The answer for this problem is wrong."


    Having heard this, as expected, Xiaoya no longer pushed the issue, but instead went on to ask, "Captain, about the post incident yesterday..."


    Xiaoya: "No."


    "Haa..." Lu Xiaobei sighed. It didn''t make much difference if she listened to that part of the lesson or not, but if she moved, a lot of people would no longer focus on the class, and something like that wouldn''t be good.


    But Xiaoya only mumbled, "No, I don''t... I didn''t know." The phone didn''t contain anything particularly important, since they only knew each other for a few days before Lu Xiaobei had let her play with it. Lu Xiaobei also didn''t seem obsessed with the phone either, because after it got stolen, she even declined to go report it to the police from the start. So why would Lu Xiaobei go through all that to get the phone back then...

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    The school Library.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why?"


    "What''s their surname then?" Xiaoya changed her question.


    Xiang Yi placed her bag on the chair facing Mo Yichen, saying, "My family''s still working on her questions, so you can go accompany your family back."


    After Mo Yichen entered through the window, she hung her bag on the back of a chair.


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    When someone dotes on her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop herself from becoming weak. So, with a stuffy tone, Xiaoya sad to her, "You talk as though you know me pretty well."


    "How does Mr. Nan even know about you two?" Xiaoya asked.


    "Mr. Nan didn''t just mention you, he also mentioned Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen then added, "She placed outside the top thirty of her year in the monthly exams. Mr. Nan said that although Xiang Yi is a sophomore, if I''m with her, there''s nothing I could learn from her and it would be easy for me to pick up bad habits instead."


    Without lifting her head, Xiaoya said to her, "What took you so long? I finished most of my papers already." It was Saturday, so the school only had classes for half the day and the library was also closed. Which was why Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had planned on meeting up there after class was done.


    Mo Yichen: "You know him that well..."


    "Who?" Xiaoya asked.


    Perhaps it was due to the people around her treating her too kindly, because Xiaoya had now developed a bit of a temper.


    Seeing Mo Yichen didn''t seem to understand, Xiaoya explained: "My sixth sense made me realise he looked at me differently. There was a girl in the class next door to ours who liked bumping into to me when she had nothing better to do. It wasn''t really malicious, but it wasn''t due to good intentions either. She seemed to just do it as a joke. That girl also happened to be his classmate from junior high. One time he saw it happen and tapped her on the head then told her ''stop playing around''."


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    Mo Yichen was on clean up duty that day, so she needed to clean up the class before leaving. As a result, Xiaoya left for the library first, thinking Mo Yichen would take ten minutes at most, never expecting her to be delayed for nearly an hour.


    But Mi Yichen shook her head.


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    Xiaoya stared at Lu Xiaobei, replying seriously, "If it was the previous semester, I would''ve wanted to change my homeroom teacher, without any doubt. But now it''s different, because I have you, as well as Yichen, so I''m no longer alone. More than an entire term has already passed by now, so if there was a changing in our teachers, many students wouldn''t be able to adapt and that could affect their performance during exams."


    "It doesn''t matter who it is, it has nothing to do with me." Xiaoya had no idea at all the truth she had just missed, as she then went on to add, "No come on, we have to get back to these questions because there''s only a half hour before Captain and Xiang Yi classes are finished. There''s a lot of people who won''t pass the monthly exams this time around, and will strive to make a little progress next time around.


    Mo Yichen: "It was nothing. Mr. Nan had something to discuss with me."


    Xiaoya stared at Lu Xiaobei, replying seriously, "If it was the previous semester, I would''ve wanted to change my homeroom teacher, without any doubt. But now it''s different, because I have you, as well as Yichen, so I''m no longer alone. More than an entire term has already passed by now, so if there was a changing in our teachers, many students wouldn''t be able to adapt and that could affect their performance during exams."


    Flirting~


    ?¡ó?


    "Captain, you guy''s made it!" Hearing the window close, Xiaoya turned back to see Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi walking over.


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You said so directly? Normally wouldn''t you just make a false promise to the teacher then just keep your true intentions hidden if the worst comes to worst?"


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    "It doesn''t matter who it is, it has nothing to do with me." Xiaoya had no idea at all the truth she had just missed, as she then went on to add, "No come on, we have to get back to these questions because there''s only a half hour before Captain and Xiang Yi classes are finished. There''s a lot of people who won''t pass the monthly exams this time around, and will strive to make a little progress next time around.


    Mo Yichen: "He wanted to ask me if I wanted to be a member of the class committee. After Wang Jianjun transferred there was an empty spot on the committee. He also told me the names of a few other students, all of them girls who had good grades in the class, then asked me to keep in contact with them even after class to study and whatnot. It look as though everyone in the class will be divided in the future and it''s likely I''ll be sectioned off with them."


    "Actually, it''s because I know there''s a classmate of ours who likes you." Mo Yichen said in an attempt to coax her.


    N/A


    Seeing Mo Yichen didn''t seem to understand, Xiaoya explained: "My sixth sense made me realise he looked at me differently. There was a girl in the class next door to ours who liked bumping into to me when she had nothing better to do. It wasn''t really malicious, but it wasn''t due to good intentions either. She seemed to just do it as a joke. That girl also happened to be his classmate from junior high. One time he saw it happen and tapped her on the head then told her ''stop playing around''."


    After hearing this, Xiaoya stated directly: "And also so you can stay far away from me, so you won''t be influenced by someone like me, right?"


    "Is their surname Han?" Xiaoya asked.


    ?¡ó?


    Mo Yichen remained silent upon hearing her before asking, "How''d you know?"


    Xiao then continued, "There''s been a lot of small incidents like that, but when you put them all together it''s no coincidence."


    Xiaoya''s tone was a bit softer now as she explained, "The girl sitting in front of me was crying with her head down on her desk couple days ago. She said she and her friend was asked to keep their distance from her, saying that two people who hung out together would naturally influence one another. Also that the placements exams at the end of the term will be here soon, so they also needed to focus on their studies."


    Mo Yichen: "You don''t have to say it like that."


    Without lifting her head, Xiaoya said to her, "What took you so long? I finished most of my papers already." It was Saturday, so the school only had classes for half the day and the library was also closed. Which was why Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had planned on meeting up there after class was done.


    ?¡ó?


    The more Xiaoya spoke, the angrier she became, adding, "Before, couples were the ones broken up, using the words ''it''ll affect their studies''. But now, even close friendships aren''t spared?"


    "I was a little curious too." Mo Yichen stated, causing confusion to appear in Xiaoya''s eyes so she continued, "But... not about him."


    Mo Yichen then interjected: "I refused. I refused joining the student committee and making friends with them."


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    Xiao then continued, "There''s been a lot of small incidents like that, but when you put them all together it''s no coincidence."


    "Mr. Nan didn''t just mention you, he also mentioned Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen then added, "She placed outside the top thirty of her year in the monthly exams. Mr. Nan said that although Xiang Yi is a sophomore, if I''m with her, there''s nothing I could learn from her and it would be easy for me to pick up bad habits instead."


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You said so directly? Normally wouldn''t you just make a false promise to the teacher then just keep your true intentions hidden if the worst comes to worst?"


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    Xiaoya gently broke away from Mo Yichen''s hold, saying, "You can never, ever, let your boyfriend know then. He doesn''t even agree to let you add one person on QQ, let alone you an I being so close. When that time comes, I would''ve won against Mr. Nan but end up losing to your boyfriend. It''s not worth it."


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    Without lifting her head, Xiaoya said to her, "What took you so long? I finished most of my papers already." It was Saturday, so the school only had classes for half the day and the library was also closed. Which was why Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had planned on meeting up there after class was done.


    Mo Yichen was on clean up duty that day, so she needed to clean up the class before leaving. As a result, Xiaoya left for the library first, thinking Mo Yichen would take ten minutes at most, never expecting her to be delayed for nearly an hour.


    Without lifting her head, Xiaoya said to her, "What took you so long? I finished most of my papers already." It was Saturday, so the school only had classes for half the day and the library was also closed. Which was why Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had planned on meeting up there after class was done.


    "Mr. Nan didn''t just mention you, he also mentioned Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen then added, "She placed outside the top thirty of her year in the monthly exams. Mr. Nan said that although Xiang Yi is a sophomore, if I''m with her, there''s nothing I could learn from her and it would be easy for me to pick up bad habits instead."


    "How does Mr. Nan even know about you two?" Xiaoya asked.


    Perhaps it was due to the people around her treating her too kindly, because Xiaoya had now developed a bit of a temper.


    "Today was the mobilisation meeting before the college entrance exams, so it ran late. We couldn''t send any messages from the auditorium either." Lu Xiaobei then looked at her watch then said to Xiang Yi, "It''s getting late, so I''ll take Xiaoya back home."


    "Can I at least get an initial?" Xiaoya tried again.


    "What''s their surname then?" Xiaoya changed her question.


    "How does Mr. Nan even know about you two?" Xiaoya asked.


    "Captain, you guy''s made it!" Hearing the window close, Xiaoya turned back to see Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi walking over.


    "Is their surname Han?" Xiaoya asked.


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    Xiaoya''s emotions came as quickly as they left, so she now turned her head to stare at the sky beyond the library''s window, rolling her eyes.


    After Mo Yichen entered through the window, she hung her bag on the back of a chair.


    "When Xiang Yi and I went to a karaoke place once and ran into him there."


    Xiaoya''s emotions came as quickly as they left, so she now turned her head to stare at the sky beyond the library''s window, rolling her eyes.


    N/A


    "Mr. Nan and the homeroom teacher from the class next door broke up two couples. Our class still has a couple stronger than gold, so he''s currently working hard. The boy said that after he fell in love, he was even more motivated. Right now, he is ranked first in our grade."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why?"


    Xiang Yi''s singing ability was top tier. Every time there was a music festival at the school, her solo performance would be left for the grand finale. So, at the school, Xiang Yi''s popularity level was quite high.


    "Mr. Nan and the homeroom teacher from the class next door broke up two couples. Our class still has a couple stronger than gold, so he''s currently working hard. The boy said that after he fell in love, he was even more motivated. Right now, he is ranked first in our grade."


    Xiaoya then went on to say, "It''s really nice being able to have a friend like you."


    Xiaoya then went on to say, "It''s really nice being able to have a friend like you."


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    "He''s actually somebody who wants everything to be a chaotic for his own benefit, for him, it''s much better for the class to be in disarray. But he doesn''t have the balls to to actually cause trouble himself since he''s afraid of leaving a bad impression on the teachers, while always encouraging others." Xiaoya chimed in.


    "If you have an opinion, it''s better to just come right out and say it directly." Mo Yichen then hugged Xiaoya''s head in her arms, continuing, "Just like right now. If you didn''t ask and I didn''t say anything, you would''ve kept it all bottle up and the more you hold it in, the more uncomfortable you''d feel."


    Lu Xiaobei no longer asked Xiaoya anything regarding that topic, instead asking, "Do you want to change your homeroom teacher?"


    When someone dotes on her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop herself from becoming weak. So, with a stuffy tone, Xiaoya sad to her, "You talk as though you know me pretty well."


    Mo Yichen then added, "He''s actually not bad looking, but his eyebrows are a bit too thick and he doesn''t smile much. He looks like a really serious person. But his body is pretty good and his grades are good too. He''s one of the good ones among the boys in our class."


    "You''re like a clear stream, so all it takes is one glance for someone to see through you. Other people might find something like that uninteresting, but I think it''s a virtue."


    Xiaoya stared at Lu Xiaobei, replying seriously, "If it was the previous semester, I would''ve wanted to change my homeroom teacher, without any doubt. But now it''s different, because I have you, as well as Yichen, so I''m no longer alone. More than an entire term has already passed by now, so if there was a changing in our teachers, many students wouldn''t be able to adapt and that could affect their performance during exams."


    "You''re like a clear stream, so all it takes is one glance for someone to see through you. Other people might find something like that uninteresting, but I think it''s a virtue."


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    "When Xiang Yi and I went to a karaoke place once and ran into him there."


    Mo Yichen remained silent upon hearing her before asking, "How''d you know?"


    Xiaoya gently broke away from Mo Yichen''s hold, saying, "You can never, ever, let your boyfriend know then. He doesn''t even agree to let you add one person on QQ, let alone you an I being so close. When that time comes, I would''ve won against Mr. Nan but end up losing to your boyfriend. It''s not worth it."


    If another person asked her this question, Xiaoya would just start spitting pure complaints. But when the one asking this question is Lu Xiaobei, having recalled the other girl''s prior ''heroic deeds'', she stopped in her tracks. Lu Xiaobei followed suit, stopping as well, her gaze fixed upon Xiaoya.


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    "When Xiang Yi and I went to a karaoke place once and ran into him there."


    But Mi Yichen shook her head.


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    Mo Yichen only covered her mouth and let out a chuckle at her statement, explaining, "That person... (she) probably minds it, but as long as it''s you, (she) definitely won''t worry about what you and I have."


    Xiaoya gently broke away from Mo Yichen''s hold, saying, "You can never, ever, let your boyfriend know then. He doesn''t even agree to let you add one person on QQ, let alone you an I being so close. When that time comes, I would''ve won against Mr. Nan but end up losing to your boyfriend. It''s not worth it."


    Mo Yichen: "You know him that well..."


    But Mi Yichen shook her head.


    "No." Mo Yichen answered her while wearing a mysterious smile.


    Mo Yichen: "You don''t have to say it like that."


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    N/A


    "It doesn''t matter who it is, it has nothing to do with me." Xiaoya had no idea at all the truth she had just missed, as she then went on to add, "No come on, we have to get back to these questions because there''s only a half hour before Captain and Xiang Yi classes are finished. There''s a lot of people who won''t pass the monthly exams this time around, and will strive to make a little progress next time around.


    The school Library.


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You said so directly? Normally wouldn''t you just make a false promise to the teacher then just keep your true intentions hidden if the worst comes to worst?"


    "H." Mo Yichen replied this time.


    "No." Mo Yichen answered her while wearing a mysterious smile.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Anything else?"


    Xiaoya''s emotions came as quickly as they left, so she now turned her head to stare at the sky beyond the library''s window, rolling her eyes.


    Xiaoya: "I''m not stupid."


    Xiang Yi placed her bag on the chair facing Mo Yichen, saying, "My family''s still working on her questions, so you can go accompany your family back."


    "Who?" Xiaoya asked.


    Flirting~


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Anything else?"


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    Perhaps it was due to the people around her treating her too kindly, because Xiaoya had now developed a bit of a temper.


    "Can I at least get an initial?" Xiaoya tried again.


    "Actually, it''s because I know there''s a classmate of ours who likes you." Mo Yichen said in an attempt to coax her.


    "Xiaoya, you shouldn''t be too kind." Lu Xiaobei stated simply in response before turning and continuing on their way.


    "Who?" Xiaoya asked.


    "No." Mo Yichen answered her while wearing a mysterious smile.


    But Mi Yichen shook her head.


    Xiaoya: "I''m only voicing his thoughts. I don''t actually think that way, neither will I let myself feel happy or sad based on anything he thinks. He''s nobody important. At most, I was just a little curious about what he saw in me, and had half a mind to change it."


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    "What''s their surname then?" Xiaoya changed her question.


    "I know there are some people who like me, so I paid attention a bit. But I never thought of having anything to do with him because he''s just a giant coward! If someone makes fun of me, and they''re more popular than him he wouldn''t dare say a peep, he''d even join in sometimes. If you like a pretty girl, and you can''t get with her, you can take pride in that. But if you like a not pretty girl and you do get with her, you''ll be ridiculed. I understood that from the beginning."


    ?¡ó?


    "You''re like a clear stream, so all it takes is one glance for someone to see through you. Other people might find something like that uninteresting, but I think it''s a virtue."


    If another person asked her this question, Xiaoya would just start spitting pure complaints. But when the one asking this question is Lu Xiaobei, having recalled the other girl''s prior ''heroic deeds'', she stopped in her tracks. Lu Xiaobei followed suit, stopping as well, her gaze fixed upon Xiaoya.


    But Mi Yichen shook her head.


    "Because he''s afraid the two people hanging out with each other will lose their motivation and the one with the good grades will be negatively affected."


    Xiaoya stared at Lu Xiaobei, replying seriously, "If it was the previous semester, I would''ve wanted to change my homeroom teacher, without any doubt. But now it''s different, because I have you, as well as Yichen, so I''m no longer alone. More than an entire term has already passed by now, so if there was a changing in our teachers, many students wouldn''t be able to adapt and that could affect their performance during exams."


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    After hearing this, Xiaoya stated directly: "And also so you can stay far away from me, so you won''t be influenced by someone like me, right?"


    "Can I at least get an initial?" Xiaoya tried again.


    Mo Yichen remained silent upon hearing her before asking, "How''d you know?"


    "H." Mo Yichen replied this time.


    Xiang Yi placed her bag on the chair facing Mo Yichen, saying, "My family''s still working on her questions, so you can go accompany your family back."


    Mo Yichen: "It was nothing. Mr. Nan had something to discuss with me."


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    The more Xiaoya spoke, the angrier she became, adding, "Before, couples were the ones broken up, using the words ''it''ll affect their studies''. But now, even close friendships aren''t spared?"


    The more Xiaoya spoke, the angrier she became, adding, "Before, couples were the ones broken up, using the words ''it''ll affect their studies''. But now, even close friendships aren''t spared?"


    Mo Yichen: "You know him that well..."


    Seeing Mo Yichen didn''t seem to understand, Xiaoya explained: "My sixth sense made me realise he looked at me differently. There was a girl in the class next door to ours who liked bumping into to me when she had nothing better to do. It wasn''t really malicious, but it wasn''t due to good intentions either. She seemed to just do it as a joke. That girl also happened to be his classmate from junior high. One time he saw it happen and tapped her on the head then told her ''stop playing around''."


    "Is their surname Han?" Xiaoya asked.


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You said so directly? Normally wouldn''t you just make a false promise to the teacher then just keep your true intentions hidden if the worst comes to worst?"


    Perhaps it was due to the people around her treating her too kindly, because Xiaoya had now developed a bit of a temper.


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    After hearing this, Xiaoya stated directly: "And also so you can stay far away from me, so you won''t be influenced by someone like me, right?"


    "I know there are some people who like me, so I paid attention a bit. But I never thought of having anything to do with him because he''s just a giant coward! If someone makes fun of me, and they''re more popular than him he wouldn''t dare say a peep, he''d even join in sometimes. If you like a pretty girl, and you can''t get with her, you can take pride in that. But if you like a not pretty girl and you do get with her, you''ll be ridiculed. I understood that from the beginning."


    Mo Yichen: "You know? Did he tell you? Our class also has two Hu''s, one even sits diagonally across from you."


    The more Xiaoya spoke, the angrier she became, adding, "Before, couples were the ones broken up, using the words ''it''ll affect their studies''. But now, even close friendships aren''t spared?"


    Lu Xiaobei no longer asked Xiaoya anything regarding that topic, instead asking, "Do you want to change your homeroom teacher?"


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You said so directly? Normally wouldn''t you just make a false promise to the teacher then just keep your true intentions hidden if the worst comes to worst?"


    "You''re like a clear stream, so all it takes is one glance for someone to see through you. Other people might find something like that uninteresting, but I think it''s a virtue."


    Xiaoya: "I''m not stupid."


    "Who?" Xiaoya asked.


    "Because he''s afraid the two people hanging out with each other will lose their motivation and the one with the good grades will be negatively affected."


    Xiang Yi''s singing ability was top tier. Every time there was a music festival at the school, her solo performance would be left for the grand finale. So, at the school, Xiang Yi''s popularity level was quite high.


    Xiaoya: "He cares if people who are the same sex get along well too."


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    Seeing Mo Yichen didn''t seem to understand, Xiaoya explained: "My sixth sense made me realise he looked at me differently. There was a girl in the class next door to ours who liked bumping into to me when she had nothing better to do. It wasn''t really malicious, but it wasn''t due to good intentions either. She seemed to just do it as a joke. That girl also happened to be his classmate from junior high. One time he saw it happen and tapped her on the head then told her ''stop playing around''."


    Mo Yichen then interjected: "I refused. I refused joining the student committee and making friends with them."


    Xiao then continued, "There''s been a lot of small incidents like that, but when you put them all together it''s no coincidence."


    Soon, the phone in her pocket vibrated, as the not too long departed Lu Xiaobei had sent her a message: Today''s photos are licensed exclusively for you.


    ?¡ó?


    ?¡ó?


    Mo Yichen then added, "He''s actually not bad looking, but his eyebrows are a bit too thick and he doesn''t smile much. He looks like a really serious person. But his body is pretty good and his grades are good too. He''s one of the good ones among the boys in our class."


    Mo Yichen: "It was nothing. Mr. Nan had something to discuss with me."


    Xiang Yi''s singing ability was top tier. Every time there was a music festival at the school, her solo performance would be left for the grand finale. So, at the school, Xiang Yi''s popularity level was quite high.


    Mo Yichen: "It was nothing. Mr. Nan had something to discuss with me."


    Mo Yichen: "You know him that well..."


    "I was a little curious too." Mo Yichen stated, causing confusion to appear in Xiaoya''s eyes so she continued, "But... not about him."


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    Xiaoya: "He cares if people who are the same sex get along well too."


    "He''s actually somebody who wants everything to be a chaotic for his own benefit, for him, it''s much better for the class to be in disarray. But he doesn''t have the balls to to actually cause trouble himself since he''s afraid of leaving a bad impression on the teachers, while always encouraging others." Xiaoya chimed in.


    Mo Yichen was on clean up duty that day, so she needed to clean up the class before leaving. As a result, Xiaoya left for the library first, thinking Mo Yichen would take ten minutes at most, never expecting her to be delayed for nearly an hour.


    Seeing Mo Yichen didn''t seem to understand, Xiaoya explained: "My sixth sense made me realise he looked at me differently. There was a girl in the class next door to ours who liked bumping into to me when she had nothing better to do. It wasn''t really malicious, but it wasn''t due to good intentions either. She seemed to just do it as a joke. That girl also happened to be his classmate from junior high. One time he saw it happen and tapped her on the head then told her ''stop playing around''."


    Xiaoya then went on to say, "It''s really nice being able to have a friend like you."


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    "It doesn''t matter who it is, it has nothing to do with me." Xiaoya had no idea at all the truth she had just missed, as she then went on to add, "No come on, we have to get back to these questions because there''s only a half hour before Captain and Xiang Yi classes are finished. There''s a lot of people who won''t pass the monthly exams this time around, and will strive to make a little progress next time around.


    Xiaoya then went on to say, "It''s really nice being able to have a friend like you."


    Without lifting her head, Xiaoya said to her, "What took you so long? I finished most of my papers already." It was Saturday, so the school only had classes for half the day and the library was also closed. Which was why Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had planned on meeting up there after class was done.


    Mo Yichen: "You know him that well..."


    After Mo Yichen entered through the window, she hung her bag on the back of a chair.


    ?¡ó?


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    Xiaoya: "I''m not stupid."


    The school Library.


    "I know there are some people who like me, so I paid attention a bit. But I never thought of having anything to do with him because he''s just a giant coward! If someone makes fun of me, and they''re more popular than him he wouldn''t dare say a peep, he''d even join in sometimes. If you like a pretty girl, and you can''t get with her, you can take pride in that. But if you like a not pretty girl and you do get with her, you''ll be ridiculed. I understood that from the beginning."


    "If you have an opinion, it''s better to just come right out and say it directly." Mo Yichen then hugged Xiaoya''s head in her arms, continuing, "Just like right now. If you didn''t ask and I didn''t say anything, you would''ve kept it all bottle up and the more you hold it in, the more uncomfortable you''d feel."


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    "I know there are some people who like me, so I paid attention a bit. But I never thought of having anything to do with him because he''s just a giant coward! If someone makes fun of me, and they''re more popular than him he wouldn''t dare say a peep, he''d even join in sometimes. If you like a pretty girl, and you can''t get with her, you can take pride in that. But if you like a not pretty girl and you do get with her, you''ll be ridiculed. I understood that from the beginning."


    Mo Yichen: "You don''t have to say it like that."


    [picture]


    Xiaoya: "I''m only voicing his thoughts. I don''t actually think that way, neither will I let myself feel happy or sad based on anything he thinks. He''s nobody important. At most, I was just a little curious about what he saw in me, and had half a mind to change it."


    "H." Mo Yichen replied this time.


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    Perhaps it was due to the people around her treating her too kindly, because Xiaoya had now developed a bit of a temper.


    "Xiaoya, you shouldn''t be too kind." Lu Xiaobei stated simply in response before turning and continuing on their way.


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    Flirting~


    The more Xiaoya spoke, the angrier she became, adding, "Before, couples were the ones broken up, using the words ''it''ll affect their studies''. But now, even close friendships aren''t spared?"


    "I was a little curious too." Mo Yichen stated, causing confusion to appear in Xiaoya''s eyes so she continued, "But... not about him."


    "Mr. Nan didn''t just mention you, he also mentioned Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen then added, "She placed outside the top thirty of her year in the monthly exams. Mr. Nan said that although Xiang Yi is a sophomore, if I''m with her, there''s nothing I could learn from her and it would be easy for me to pick up bad habits instead."


    "It doesn''t matter who it is, it has nothing to do with me." Xiaoya had no idea at all the truth she had just missed, as she then went on to add, "No come on, we have to get back to these questions because there''s only a half hour before Captain and Xiang Yi classes are finished. There''s a lot of people who won''t pass the monthly exams this time around, and will strive to make a little progress next time around.


    "What''s their surname then?" Xiaoya changed her question.


    "Is their surname Han?" Xiaoya asked.


    Xiang Yi''s singing ability was top tier. Every time there was a music festival at the school, her solo performance would be left for the grand finale. So, at the school, Xiang Yi''s popularity level was quite high.


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You said so directly? Normally wouldn''t you just make a false promise to the teacher then just keep your true intentions hidden if the worst comes to worst?"


    "Can I at least get an initial?" Xiaoya tried again.


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    Xiaoya: "I''m not stupid."


    ?¡ó?


    ?¡ó?


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    "I know there are some people who like me, so I paid attention a bit. But I never thought of having anything to do with him because he''s just a giant coward! If someone makes fun of me, and they''re more popular than him he wouldn''t dare say a peep, he''d even join in sometimes. If you like a pretty girl, and you can''t get with her, you can take pride in that. But if you like a not pretty girl and you do get with her, you''ll be ridiculed. I understood that from the beginning."


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    Xiaoya: "I''m only voicing his thoughts. I don''t actually think that way, neither will I let myself feel happy or sad based on anything he thinks. He''s nobody important. At most, I was just a little curious about what he saw in me, and had half a mind to change it."


    ?¡ó?


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    "Captain, you guy''s made it!" Hearing the window close, Xiaoya turned back to see Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi walking over.


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    "I know there are some people who like me, so I paid attention a bit. But I never thought of having anything to do with him because he''s just a giant coward! If someone makes fun of me, and they''re more popular than him he wouldn''t dare say a peep, he''d even join in sometimes. If you like a pretty girl, and you can''t get with her, you can take pride in that. But if you like a not pretty girl and you do get with her, you''ll be ridiculed. I understood that from the beginning."


    "Today was the mobilisation meeting before the college entrance exams, so it ran late. We couldn''t send any messages from the auditorium either." Lu Xiaobei then looked at her watch then said to Xiang Yi, "It''s getting late, so I''ll take Xiaoya back home."


    "How does Mr. Nan even know about you two?" Xiaoya asked.


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    "Today was the mobilisation meeting before the college entrance exams, so it ran late. We couldn''t send any messages from the auditorium either." Lu Xiaobei then looked at her watch then said to Xiang Yi, "It''s getting late, so I''ll take Xiaoya back home."


    Without lifting her head, Xiaoya said to her, "What took you so long? I finished most of my papers already." It was Saturday, so the school only had classes for half the day and the library was also closed. Which was why Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had planned on meeting up there after class was done.


    Xiang Yi placed her bag on the chair facing Mo Yichen, saying, "My family''s still working on her questions, so you can go accompany your family back."


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    Flirting~


    Lu Xiaobei nodded to her, then took Xiaoya away.


    After Mo Yichen entered through the window, she hung her bag on the back of a chair.


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    The school Library.


    Mo Yichen: "It was nothing. Mr. Nan had something to discuss with me."


    "H." Mo Yichen replied this time.


    Mo Yichen: "He wanted to ask me if I wanted to be a member of the class committee. After Wang Jianjun transferred there was an empty spot on the committee. He also told me the names of a few other students, all of them girls who had good grades in the class, then asked me to keep in contact with them even after class to study and whatnot. It look as though everyone in the class will be divided in the future and it''s likely I''ll be sectioned off with them."


    Xiao then continued, "There''s been a lot of small incidents like that, but when you put them all together it''s no coincidence."


    Xiaoya: "I''m only voicing his thoughts. I don''t actually think that way, neither will I let myself feel happy or sad based on anything he thinks. He''s nobody important. At most, I was just a little curious about what he saw in me, and had half a mind to change it."


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    Mo Yichen only covered her mouth and let out a chuckle at her statement, explaining, "That person... (she) probably minds it, but as long as it''s you, (she) definitely won''t worry about what you and I have."


    "Mr. Nan and the homeroom teacher from the class next door broke up two couples. Our class still has a couple stronger than gold, so he''s currently working hard. The boy said that after he fell in love, he was even more motivated. Right now, he is ranked first in our grade."


    Seeing Mo Yichen didn''t seem to understand, Xiaoya explained: "My sixth sense made me realise he looked at me differently. There was a girl in the class next door to ours who liked bumping into to me when she had nothing better to do. It wasn''t really malicious, but it wasn''t due to good intentions either. She seemed to just do it as a joke. That girl also happened to be his classmate from junior high. One time he saw it happen and tapped her on the head then told her ''stop playing around''."


    ?¡ó?


    "I was a little curious too." Mo Yichen stated, causing confusion to appear in Xiaoya''s eyes so she continued, "But... not about him."


    "H." Mo Yichen replied this time.


    "Mr. Nan didn''t just mention you, he also mentioned Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen then added, "She placed outside the top thirty of her year in the monthly exams. Mr. Nan said that although Xiang Yi is a sophomore, if I''m with her, there''s nothing I could learn from her and it would be easy for me to pick up bad habits instead."


    Mo Yichen then interjected: "I refused. I refused joining the student committee and making friends with them."


    "Can I at least get an initial?" Xiaoya tried again.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Anything else?"


    Mo Yichen: "You know? Did he tell you? Our class also has two Hu''s, one even sits diagonally across from you."


    Mo Yichen then added, "He''s actually not bad looking, but his eyebrows are a bit too thick and he doesn''t smile much. He looks like a really serious person. But his body is pretty good and his grades are good too. He''s one of the good ones among the boys in our class."


    Xiaoya: "I''m only voicing his thoughts. I don''t actually think that way, neither will I let myself feel happy or sad based on anything he thinks. He''s nobody important. At most, I was just a little curious about what he saw in me, and had half a mind to change it."


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    Xiaoya: "He cares if people who are the same sex get along well too."


    Xiaoya: "He cares if people who are the same sex get along well too."


    Xiaoya''s tone was a bit softer now as she explained, "The girl sitting in front of me was crying with her head down on her desk couple days ago. She said she and her friend was asked to keep their distance from her, saying that two people who hung out together would naturally influence one another. Also that the placements exams at the end of the term will be here soon, so they also needed to focus on their studies."


    "Captain, you guy''s made it!" Hearing the window close, Xiaoya turned back to see Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi walking over.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why?"


    Mo Yichen: "He wanted to ask me if I wanted to be a member of the class committee. After Wang Jianjun transferred there was an empty spot on the committee. He also told me the names of a few other students, all of them girls who had good grades in the class, then asked me to keep in contact with them even after class to study and whatnot. It look as though everyone in the class will be divided in the future and it''s likely I''ll be sectioned off with them."


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    "Captain, you guy''s made it!" Hearing the window close, Xiaoya turned back to see Lu Xiaobei and Xiang Yi walking over.


    "When Xiang Yi and I went to a karaoke place once and ran into him there."


    "Because he''s afraid the two people hanging out with each other will lose their motivation and the one with the good grades will be negatively affected."


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    "No." Mo Yichen answered her while wearing a mysterious smile.


    "If you have an opinion, it''s better to just come right out and say it directly." Mo Yichen then hugged Xiaoya''s head in her arms, continuing, "Just like right now. If you didn''t ask and I didn''t say anything, you would''ve kept it all bottle up and the more you hold it in, the more uncomfortable you''d feel."


    Xiaoya''s tone was a bit softer now as she explained, "The girl sitting in front of me was crying with her head down on her desk couple days ago. She said she and her friend was asked to keep their distance from her, saying that two people who hung out together would naturally influence one another. Also that the placements exams at the end of the term will be here soon, so they also needed to focus on their studies."


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei no longer asked Xiaoya anything regarding that topic, instead asking, "Do you want to change your homeroom teacher?"


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    Xiaoya''s emotions came as quickly as they left, so she now turned her head to stare at the sky beyond the library''s window, rolling her eyes.


    "If you have an opinion, it''s better to just come right out and say it directly." Mo Yichen then hugged Xiaoya''s head in her arms, continuing, "Just like right now. If you didn''t ask and I didn''t say anything, you would''ve kept it all bottle up and the more you hold it in, the more uncomfortable you''d feel."


    If another person asked her this question, Xiaoya would just start spitting pure complaints. But when the one asking this question is Lu Xiaobei, having recalled the other girl''s prior ''heroic deeds'', she stopped in her tracks. Lu Xiaobei followed suit, stopping as well, her gaze fixed upon Xiaoya.


    "He''s actually somebody who wants everything to be a chaotic for his own benefit, for him, it''s much better for the class to be in disarray. But he doesn''t have the balls to to actually cause trouble himself since he''s afraid of leaving a bad impression on the teachers, while always encouraging others." Xiaoya chimed in.


    Xiaoya stared at Lu Xiaobei, replying seriously, "If it was the previous semester, I would''ve wanted to change my homeroom teacher, without any doubt. But now it''s different, because I have you, as well as Yichen, so I''m no longer alone. More than an entire term has already passed by now, so if there was a changing in our teachers, many students wouldn''t be able to adapt and that could affect their performance during exams."


    "You''re like a clear stream, so all it takes is one glance for someone to see through you. Other people might find something like that uninteresting, but I think it''s a virtue."


    "Xiaoya, you shouldn''t be too kind." Lu Xiaobei stated simply in response before turning and continuing on their way.


    Xiang Yi''s singing ability was top tier. Every time there was a music festival at the school, her solo performance would be left for the grand finale. So, at the school, Xiang Yi''s popularity level was quite high.


    If another person asked her this question, Xiaoya would just start spitting pure complaints. But when the one asking this question is Lu Xiaobei, having recalled the other girl''s prior ''heroic deeds'', she stopped in her tracks. Lu Xiaobei followed suit, stopping as well, her gaze fixed upon Xiaoya.


    Mo Yichen was on clean up duty that day, so she needed to clean up the class before leaving. As a result, Xiaoya left for the library first, thinking Mo Yichen would take ten minutes at most, never expecting her to be delayed for nearly an hour.


    Perhaps it was due to the people around her treating her too kindly, because Xiaoya had now developed a bit of a temper.


    "If you have an opinion, it''s better to just come right out and say it directly." Mo Yichen then hugged Xiaoya''s head in her arms, continuing, "Just like right now. If you didn''t ask and I didn''t say anything, you would''ve kept it all bottle up and the more you hold it in, the more uncomfortable you''d feel."


    "He''s actually somebody who wants everything to be a chaotic for his own benefit, for him, it''s much better for the class to be in disarray. But he doesn''t have the balls to to actually cause trouble himself since he''s afraid of leaving a bad impression on the teachers, while always encouraging others." Xiaoya chimed in.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Anything else?"


    "Actually, it''s because I know there''s a classmate of ours who likes you." Mo Yichen said in an attempt to coax her.


    "Today was the mobilisation meeting before the college entrance exams, so it ran late. We couldn''t send any messages from the auditorium either." Lu Xiaobei then looked at her watch then said to Xiang Yi, "It''s getting late, so I''ll take Xiaoya back home."


    "Today was the mobilisation meeting before the college entrance exams, so it ran late. We couldn''t send any messages from the auditorium either." Lu Xiaobei then looked at her watch then said to Xiang Yi, "It''s getting late, so I''ll take Xiaoya back home."


    ?¡ó?


    When someone dotes on her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop herself from becoming weak. So, with a stuffy tone, Xiaoya sad to her, "You talk as though you know me pretty well."


    The more Xiaoya spoke, the angrier she became, adding, "Before, couples were the ones broken up, using the words ''it''ll affect their studies''. But now, even close friendships aren''t spared?"


    Xiaoya gently broke away from Mo Yichen''s hold, saying, "You can never, ever, let your boyfriend know then. He doesn''t even agree to let you add one person on QQ, let alone you an I being so close. When that time comes, I would''ve won against Mr. Nan but end up losing to your boyfriend. It''s not worth it."


    Xiaoya then went on to say, "It''s really nice being able to have a friend like you."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Why?"


    After Xiaoya returned home, she entered to hear her mother call out "you studied hard today so I made you some soup".


    "When Xiang Yi and I went to a karaoke place once and ran into him there."


    But Mo Yichen still gave a shaken head in return.


    Mo Yichen: "He wanted to ask me if I wanted to be a member of the class committee. After Wang Jianjun transferred there was an empty spot on the committee. He also told me the names of a few other students, all of them girls who had good grades in the class, then asked me to keep in contact with them even after class to study and whatnot. It look as though everyone in the class will be divided in the future and it''s likely I''ll be sectioned off with them."


    But Mi Yichen shook her head.


    On the way back, Xiaoya, noticing a bench, asked, "Captain, do you want to rest for a little while?"


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    The pen Xiaoya was writing with stopped mid sentence, with her then asking, "Mr. Nan had something to discuss with you?"


    Soon, the phone in her pocket vibrated, as the not too long departed Lu Xiaobei had sent her a message: Today''s photos are exclusively licensed for your eyes only.


    ?¡ó?


    "Why? Is it because I''m not good looking? Because no one would ever like someone like me???"


    Xiaoya gently broke away from Mo Yichen''s hold, saying, "You can never, ever, let your boyfriend know then. He doesn''t even agree to let you add one person on QQ, let alone you an I being so close. When that time comes, I would''ve won against Mr. Nan but end up losing to your boyfriend. It''s not worth it."


    [picture]


    "H." Mo Yichen replied this time.


    But Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''ve been sitting all day, I don;t want to sit down any more." She then touched her throat and added, "My throat was active non-stop during the mobilisation meeting. So how about you talk, alright? Did anything interesting happen in your class today?"

 CH 21

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya: "After you''re at my house, you can call them. If they don''t agree, then just forget about it."


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya scrolled through Lu Xiaobei''s Facebook account for a while, saying, "But all your friends are here, Captain. There''s no way I could post stuff."


    Prompting Lu Xiaobei to reply, her words full of meaning, "Whose person should I say you are, then?"


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    "Close." Xiaoya was embarrassed to say that Lu Xiaobei was sending her back home as it would make her mother ask even more questions, and that would be too troublesome.


    My deskmate said to me, I''m able to express my thoughts a lot better now. And, I also thought I''d changed too.


    Happy Children''s Day everybody! I''m still a child, so why are a bunch of people asking me to reply to questions about lily stuff? I don''t think there''s anything lily related around me, so there''s no way I could answer any questions related to it~


    Lu Xiaobei the offered: "Aunty, I can help you in the kitchen, if you''d like."


    The woman not too far away, Xiaoya''s mother, walked over, asking: "Why aren''t you home yet?" While asking this, she checked out Lu Xiaobei from the corner of her eye.


    Xiaoya: "What is it?"


    Xiaoya: "Was it because you were very cute when you were young, Captain?"


    Xiaoya scrolled through Lu Xiaobei''s Facebook account for a while, saying, "But all your friends are here, Captain. There''s no way I could post stuff."


    Without even knowing it, it''s already been four months since I started answering questions. There''s been a lot of things that have happened in these past four months too. I went from just a casual acquaintance to a good friend with my goddess, friends who talk about any and everything. I even told her about deepest wishes. I want to go visit many places, I want to see many sights, and meet many people.


    Xiaoya: "I can''t really remember, maybe around five?"


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    My mother toils this much, yet she never said anything.


    In response I sighed, and my heart felt at ease.


    But Xiaoya''s mom replied: "You''re our guest, you don''t need to worry about this, so just go have fun with Xiaoya, okay?" She then motioned to Xiaoya to lead Lu Xiaibei to her room.


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    I''ve changed a lot during this time too. In this month''s most recent monthly examination, I actually made it into the top two-hundred rankings for my grade. Even the attitude the teachers have towards me is noticeably different than before. My dad even said to me: "It''s never too late to wake up." And my mom made me a huge table''s worth of delicious food.


    The woman not too far away, Xiaoya''s mother, walked over, asking: "Why aren''t you home yet?" While asking this, she checked out Lu Xiaobei from the corner of her eye.


    Lu Xiaobei lifted the phone Xiaoya had gifted her, saying, "No, I already sent them a message."


    Why is my goddess so good to me, huh? Most of the other commentors responding to the thread said their goddesses were unreachable and indifferent, never daring to set aside their haughty attitudes out of fear the guy''s close to them would confess, so instead they made no friends. It was probably because I was a girl. This meant my goddess didn''t have to worry about something like that, and could therefore show that charm of hers to me everyday without any restraint.


    Anyway, maybe it''s because I''m more confident, or perhaps it''s because I''ve been paying attention to my diet because there''s no pimples on my face. When I pass by the neighbouring primary school the kids there even call me pretty big sis. (Grinning)


    "Because a chance like this is hard to come by, and I just happened to talk about it. Do you want us to start studying now, Captain?" Xiaoya replied.


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    I was honestly confused at the matter, but I wasn''t even sure why.


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    "Captain, this is my room. It''s a bit small, though."


    Then, when I meet my goddess tomorrow, I''ll just be a girl overflowing with vitality being with her as she works on her questions, and cheering her up. Actually, my goddess has been very free for the past couple days. She took me to the library rooftop and we watched all kinds of American dramas, all in the name giving me oral English practice. My goddess told me that she had reviewed all she needed to review and that a stable performance was good enough for her since her goal was not that high.


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    Without even knowing it, it''s already been four months since I started answering questions. There''s been a lot of things that have happened in these past four months too. I went from just a casual acquaintance to a good friend with my goddess, friends who talk about any and everything. I even told her about deepest wishes. I want to go visit many places, I want to see many sights, and meet many people.


    The most beautiful person I had ever met in my life, my best friend, is about to head off to a battlefield, a battlefield called the college entrance examination.. I truly believe she will blaze through every obstacle, push forward to seize the enemy flag and declare her victory!


    Forget about the super unconfident girl she once met who was just like an ugly little duckling.


    My mother toils this much, yet she never said anything.


    Lu Xiaobei looked around the room, at the snow white wallpaper, the dark brown standard furnishings, along with the anime posters hung on the wall behind the bed and the figurines lining the bookshelf which very much exuded Xiaoya''s personal style.


    But Xiaoya''s mom replied: "You''re our guest, you don''t need to worry about this, so just go have fun with Xiaoya, okay?" She then motioned to Xiaoya to lead Lu Xiaibei to her room.


    "You can post whatever you want, or you can chat with them. I''ll introduce you." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    After graduation, whether I''m still in contact with my goddess or not, I truly hope she is well. That she will always be beautiful, always proud, and always dazzling.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    She then asked, "Why did you tell me so much about your childhood?"


    Xiaoya then said proudly: "Adorable, right? I was beautiful too, but then I got older and it went to crap."


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    Only then did Xiaoya remember Lu Xiaobei''s family situation, and that Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to stay with them during the Spring Festival at all, let alone now. Making Xiaoya want to beat herself up so she won''t say anything that stupid again.


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    Forget about the super unconfident girl she once met who was just like an ugly little duckling.


    Deciding to save some face, Xiaoya added: "After the exams, I''ll take you out for a meal, my treat, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    My goddess will definitely make it into the imperial capital. That''s the difference between the top 2 popular majors and the least popular ones. She''s has good grades so she''ll have extra points for the college entrance exams.


    Maybe... she might not forget about me either. But if there''s a day I become nothing other than one of the people she just sends a New Year''s greeting to, I think it would be better for her to just forget all about me outright instead.


    Lu Xiaobei lifted the phone Xiaoya had gifted her, saying, "No, I already sent them a message."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I guess..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Not really, it doest matter either way to me since I just want to empty my mind. Why do you ask? Do you want to start your homework? I''m here, so I could help if you''d like."


    Deciding to save some face, Xiaoya added: "After the exams, I''ll take you out for a meal, my treat, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "No. Life overseas isn''t so perfect. Some of the older folks over there were very boring."


    My deskmate said to me, I''m able to express my thoughts a lot better now. And, I also thought I''d changed too.


    She then looked at the large window in the front of her desk, saying: "It''s very warm. The sunshine during the day must be very nice." She then turned her gaze, pointing to a silly of a little girl sitting on the bedside table, asking, "How old were you there?"


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    It''s currently four in the morning, and I just woke up after having a dream about my goddess. In it she was smiling at me, an especially beautiful smile at that. It''s all her fault I''m having them too, all because of those gorgeous pictures she kept sending me every day.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    Until now, that is. I realised I was still troublesome, stubborn, and even selfish. Thinking about how, after getting into college, my goddess will be making a new friend, go shopping with her, go movies with her, talk about things we never talked about... gossip about celebrities, street food, the cats on campus and even more things like the works of the great masters, world politics, and the starry skies above our heads.


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    iana: oooh...


    After Lu Xiaobei went into Xiaoya''s room, her mother pulled her aside and said: "See how sensible other people are? Take some fruit from the living room and go. Don''t be too noisy, and don''t forget to do your home work while you''re having fun."


    Xiaoya wobbled her head proudly, explaining, "The most dangerous place is the safest place, otherwise, when my mom searches my room everyday, she would''ve found the phone a long time ago, you know?!"


    "Does your friend live nearby?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    "You can post whatever you want, or you can chat with them. I''ll introduce you." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Forget about the super unconfident girl she once met who was just like an ugly little duckling.


    She then asked, "Why did you tell me so much about your childhood?"


    To me, this place is like my secret tree holeT/n: A place you could put all your secrets for safekeeping.], it''s much easier to pound out all the bitterness in my heart here.


    Xiaoya: "What is it?"


    N/A


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Not really, it doest matter either way to me since I just want to empty my mind. Why do you ask? Do you want to start your homework? I''m here, so I could help if you''d like."


    Then, when I meet my goddess tomorrow, I''ll just be a girl overflowing with vitality being with her as she works on her questions, and cheering her up. Actually, my goddess has been very free for the past couple days. She took me to the library rooftop and we watched all kinds of American dramas, all in the name giving me oral English practice. My goddess told me that she had reviewed all she needed to review and that a stable performance was good enough for her since her goal was not that high.


    Now in her room, Xiaoya placed the delicious looking green grapes on the tea table, pulled out a chair, asking Lu XIaobei to sit before sitting on her own bed.


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    "When I was nine, my mom was successful competing for a position. She was just promoted and got super busy, so everyday when she''d plait my hair, the two braids would never be the same size. Actually, back then, my looks were still alright, but my hair ruined it..."


    "But... how are you going to introduce me? Are you going to say I''m your person, Captain?" Xiaoya asked.


    My goddess will definitely make it into the imperial capital. That''s the difference between the top 2 popular majors and the least popular ones. She''s has good grades so she''ll have extra points for the college entrance exams.


    Xiaoya: "If only I could see how the local people there live."


    In response I sighed, and my heart felt at ease.


    Added Half Chapter


    My goddess will definitely make it into the imperial capital. That''s the difference between the top 2 popular majors and the least popular ones. She''s has good grades so she''ll have extra points for the college entrance exams.


    "Xiaoyu (Little Rain)." A woman seeming to be in her forties or fifties stood not too far away from Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya. She wore a dark blue dress and her hair was combed back into a bun, she appeared to be full of life and very capable.


    Xiaoya''s mother had walked ahead of them, opening the door first before beckoning them inside.


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    Until now, that is. I realised I was still troublesome, stubborn, and even selfish. Thinking about how, after getting into college, my goddess will be making a new friend, go shopping with her, go movies with her, talk about things we never talked about... gossip about celebrities, street food, the cats on campus and even more things like the works of the great masters, world politics, and the starry skies above our heads.


    Xiaoya: "Was it because you were very cute when you were young, Captain?"


    After graduation, whether I''m still in contact with my goddess or not, I truly hope she is well. That she will always be beautiful, always proud, and always dazzling.


    After Lu Xiaobei went into Xiaoya''s room, her mother pulled her aside and said: "See how sensible other people are? Take some fruit from the living room and go. Don''t be too noisy, and don''t forget to do your home work while you''re having fun."


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    But Xiaoya''s mom replied: "You''re our guest, you don''t need to worry about this, so just go have fun with Xiaoya, okay?" She then motioned to Xiaoya to lead Lu Xiaibei to her room.


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    Happy Children''s Day everybody! I''m still a child, so why are a bunch of people asking me to reply to questions about lily stuff? I don''t think there''s anything lily related around me, so there''s no way I could answer any questions related to it~


    It''s currently four in the morning, and I just woke up after having a dream about my goddess. In it she was smiling at me, an especially beautiful smile at that. It''s all her fault I''m having them too, all because of those gorgeous pictures she kept sending me every day.


    I''ve changed a lot during this time too. In this month''s most recent monthly examination, I actually made it into the top two-hundred rankings for my grade. Even the attitude the teachers have towards me is noticeably different than before. My dad even said to me: "It''s never too late to wake up." And my mom made me a huge table''s worth of delicious food.


    "I was talking with my friend for a while," Xiaoya replied.


    Xiaoya: "What is it?"


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    "Does your friend live nearby?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    Why is my goddess so good to me, huh? Most of the other commentors responding to the thread said their goddesses were unreachable and indifferent, never daring to set aside their haughty attitudes out of fear the guy''s close to them would confess, so instead they made no friends. It was probably because I was a girl. This meant my goddess didn''t have to worry about something like that, and could therefore show that charm of hers to me everyday without any restraint.


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    Xiaoya: "After you''re at my house, you can call them. If they don''t agree, then just forget about it."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I haven''t told my family as yet."


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    I was honestly confused at the matter, but I wasn''t even sure why.


    Maybe... she might not forget about me either. But if there''s a day I become nothing other than one of the people she just sends a New Year''s greeting to, I think it would be better for her to just forget all about me outright instead.


    When school was finished, Lu Xiaobei accompanied Xiaoya to the intersection as usual, then to the two buildings where Xiaoya''s house was.


    "Xiaoyu (Little Rain)." A woman seeming to be in her forties or fifties stood not too far away from Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya. She wore a dark blue dress and her hair was combed back into a bun, she appeared to be full of life and very capable.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    Anyway, maybe it''s because I''m more confident, or perhaps it''s because I''ve been paying attention to my diet because there''s no pimples on my face. When I pass by the neighbouring primary school the kids there even call me pretty big sis. (Grinning)


    Lu Xiaobei looked at at the picture, her eyes carrying a smile.


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    When school was finished, Lu Xiaobei accompanied Xiaoya to the intersection as usual, then to the two buildings where Xiaoya''s house was.


    Shocked, Xiaoya said in turn: "Mom."


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei: "I guess..."


    Xiaoya: "Was it because you were very cute when you were young, Captain?"


    iana: oooh...


    Walking up the stairs, Xiaoya could hear the sound of Lu Xiaobei''s footsteps. Thinking of the other girl''s steps behind her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop her heart from being on pins and needles. Lu Xiaobei probably never came to such an ordinary house before, right?


    Xiaoya: "What is it?"


    Added Half Chapter


    Only then did Xiaoya remember Lu Xiaobei''s family situation, and that Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to stay with them during the Spring Festival at all, let alone now. Making Xiaoya want to beat herself up so she won''t say anything that stupid again.


    Lu Xiaobei chuckled at this, saying: "There''s no need to wait until after the examinations..."


    Prompting Lu Xiaobei to reply, her words full of meaning, "Whose person should I say you are, then?"


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    Shocked, Xiaoya said in turn: "Mom."


    Xiaoya, suddenly remembering something, asked: "Is today okay then? During the weekend, isn''t dad going to catch a few fish and keep them in the bathtub? He''s working overtime today, so how about the three of us have dinner."


    To me, this place is like my secret tree holeT/n: A place you could put all your secrets for safekeeping.], it''s much easier to pound out all the bitterness in my heart here.


    "Because a chance like this is hard to come by, and I just happened to talk about it. Do you want us to start studying now, Captain?" Xiaoya replied.


    Deciding to save some face, Xiaoya added: "After the exams, I''ll take you out for a meal, my treat, okay?"


    "I was talking with my friend for a while," Xiaoya replied.


    Lu Xiaobei chuckled at this, saying: "There''s no need to wait until after the examinations..."


    My goddess will definitely make it into the imperial capital. That''s the difference between the top 2 popular majors and the least popular ones. She''s has good grades so she''ll have extra points for the college entrance exams.


    Now in her room, Xiaoya placed the delicious looking green grapes on the tea table, pulled out a chair, asking Lu XIaobei to sit before sitting on her own bed.


    But Xiaoya''s mom replied: "You''re our guest, you don''t need to worry about this, so just go have fun with Xiaoya, okay?" She then motioned to Xiaoya to lead Lu Xiaibei to her room.


    "Xiaoyu (Little Rain)." A woman seeming to be in her forties or fifties stood not too far away from Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya. She wore a dark blue dress and her hair was combed back into a bun, she appeared to be full of life and very capable.


    Until now, that is. I realised I was still troublesome, stubborn, and even selfish. Thinking about how, after getting into college, my goddess will be making a new friend, go shopping with her, go movies with her, talk about things we never talked about... gossip about celebrities, street food, the cats on campus and even more things like the works of the great masters, world politics, and the starry skies above our heads.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"


    Shocked, Xiaoya said in turn: "Mom."


    Deciding to save some face, Xiaoya added: "After the exams, I''ll take you out for a meal, my treat, okay?"


    Prompting Lu Xiaobei to reply, her words full of meaning, "Whose person should I say you are, then?"


    Shocked, Xiaoya said in turn: "Mom."


    My deskmate said to me, I''m able to express my thoughts a lot better now. And, I also thought I''d changed too.


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    The woman not too far away, Xiaoya''s mother, walked over, asking: "Why aren''t you home yet?" While asking this, she checked out Lu Xiaobei from the corner of her eye.


    Xiaoya kept chattering on without end, then after a while, she noticed Lu Xiaobei hadn''t said anything.


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    "I was talking with my friend for a while," Xiaoya replied.


    Prompting Lu Xiaobei to reply, her words full of meaning, "Whose person should I say you are, then?"


    The most beautiful person I had ever met in my life, my best friend, is about to head off to a battlefield, a battlefield called the college entrance examination.. I truly believe she will blaze through every obstacle, push forward to seize the enemy flag and declare her victory!


    "I was talking with my friend for a while," Xiaoya replied.


    Why is my goddess so good to me, huh? Most of the other commentors responding to the thread said their goddesses were unreachable and indifferent, never daring to set aside their haughty attitudes out of fear the guy''s close to them would confess, so instead they made no friends. It was probably because I was a girl. This meant my goddess didn''t have to worry about something like that, and could therefore show that charm of hers to me everyday without any restraint.


    "Captain, this is my room. It''s a bit small, though."


    She then looked at the large window in the front of her desk, saying: "It''s very warm. The sunshine during the day must be very nice." She then turned her gaze, pointing to a silly of a little girl sitting on the bedside table, asking, "How old were you there?"


    "Does your friend live nearby?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    "Close." Xiaoya was embarrassed to say that Lu Xiaobei was sending her back home as it would make her mother ask even more questions, and that would be too troublesome.


    "Our Xiaoya is the most clever indeed." After saying this, Lu Xiaobei stood in front of Xiaoya, opening the little green app, and taught her how to connect to a VPN. "My phone already has Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. I have accounts for them linked to this phone already too, so you can just use those."


    Xiaoya carried a bag of groceries in her hand, making her hand ache. She then thought of the situation which happened earlier, feeling a bit embarrassed. Lu Xiaobei had seen her mother carrying something in her hand and offered to help, but XIaoya''s mother declined her twice.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at at the picture, her eyes carrying a smile.


    "Oh, when I was in the Netherlands, I lived in a small village with my mother. The scenery in that village was very beautiful, and there weren''t a lot of foreigners. My mother didn''t like outsiders coming into our house, and she never hired a nanny. On the days where she was busy, she''d just leave me in the park and the locals there liked talking with me. So, because of that, I get along well with older folks.


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    Happy Children''s Day everybody! I''m still a child, so why are a bunch of people asking me to reply to questions about lily stuff? I don''t think there''s anything lily related around me, so there''s no way I could answer any questions related to it~


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked around the room, at the snow white wallpaper, the dark brown standard furnishings, along with the anime posters hung on the wall behind the bed and the figurines lining the bookshelf which very much exuded Xiaoya''s personal style.


    "Does your friend live nearby?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    Xiaoya''s mother gave Lu Xiaobei a smile, saying: "Hello, I''m Xiaoya''s mother. It''s very nice to meet such a good looking kid. If you have the time, you''re welcome to come hang out at our house."


    Without even knowing it, it''s already been four months since I started answering questions. There''s been a lot of things that have happened in these past four months too. I went from just a casual acquaintance to a good friend with my goddess, friends who talk about any and everything. I even told her about deepest wishes. I want to go visit many places, I want to see many sights, and meet many people.


    So Xiaoya then asked Lu Xiaobei, "Captain, come eat dinner at my house, my mom''s cooking skills are incredible!" Doing so to avoid going back home and feeling unhappy.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I haven''t told my family as yet."


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    Xiaoya: "If only I could see how the local people there live."


    Xiaoya, suddenly remembering something, asked: "Is today okay then? During the weekend, isn''t dad going to catch a few fish and keep them in the bathtub? He''s working overtime today, so how about the three of us have dinner."


    When school was finished, Lu Xiaobei accompanied Xiaoya to the intersection as usual, then to the two buildings where Xiaoya''s house was.


    "Oh, when I was in the Netherlands, I lived in a small village with my mother. The scenery in that village was very beautiful, and there weren''t a lot of foreigners. My mother didn''t like outsiders coming into our house, and she never hired a nanny. On the days where she was busy, she''d just leave me in the park and the locals there liked talking with me. So, because of that, I get along well with older folks.


    Xiaoya: "After you''re at my house, you can call them. If they don''t agree, then just forget about it."


    Xiaoya: "Was it because you were very cute when you were young, Captain?"


    Xiaoya carried a bag of groceries in her hand, making her hand ache. She then thought of the situation which happened earlier, feeling a bit embarrassed. Lu Xiaobei had seen her mother carrying something in her hand and offered to help, but XIaoya''s mother declined her twice.


    "You can post whatever you want, or you can chat with them. I''ll introduce you." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    "When I was nine, my mom was successful competing for a position. She was just promoted and got super busy, so everyday when she''d plait my hair, the two braids would never be the same size. Actually, back then, my looks were still alright, but my hair ruined it..."


    "Yeah, it is alright. But your friend has to agree," Xiaoya''s mother replied.


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Not really, it doest matter either way to me since I just want to empty my mind. Why do you ask? Do you want to start your homework? I''m here, so I could help if you''d like."


    Lu Xiaobei stared into Xiaoya''s bright and shining eyes, eyes that made hard for her to refuse, so she agreed.


    Xiaoya: "What is it?"


    Xiaoya then said proudly: "Adorable, right? I was beautiful too, but then I got older and it went to crap."


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    So Xiaoya then asked Lu Xiaobei, "Captain, come eat dinner at my house, my mom''s cooking skills are incredible!" Doing so to avoid going back home and feeling unhappy.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    Lu Xiaobei the offered: "Aunty, I can help you in the kitchen, if you''d like."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I haven''t told my family as yet."


    "Captain, this is my room. It''s a bit small, though."


    Xiaoya: "After you''re at my house, you can call them. If they don''t agree, then just forget about it."


    Xiaoya wobbled her head proudly, explaining, "The most dangerous place is the safest place, otherwise, when my mom searches my room everyday, she would''ve found the phone a long time ago, you know?!"


    Xiaoya: "After you''re at my house, you can call them. If they don''t agree, then just forget about it."


    iana: oooh...


    Lu Xiaobei: "No. Life overseas isn''t so perfect. Some of the older folks over there were very boring."


    She then looked at the large window in the front of her desk, saying: "It''s very warm. The sunshine during the day must be very nice." She then turned her gaze, pointing to a silly of a little girl sitting on the bedside table, asking, "How old were you there?"


    Lu Xiaobei stared into Xiaoya''s bright and shining eyes, eyes that made hard for her to refuse, so she agreed.


    "I know, mom." Now that Lu Xiaobei appeared, she rightly became the infamous other people''s childT/n: Other people''s kid is the perfect child other parent''s tell their own kids to be like.


    After graduation, whether I''m still in contact with my goddess or not, I truly hope she is well. That she will always be beautiful, always proud, and always dazzling.


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"


    I''ve changed a lot during this time too. In this month''s most recent monthly examination, I actually made it into the top two-hundred rankings for my grade. Even the attitude the teachers have towards me is noticeably different than before. My dad even said to me: "It''s never too late to wake up." And my mom made me a huge table''s worth of delicious food.


    "I was talking with my friend for a while," Xiaoya replied.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Um, your phone... why was it in there?" The tissue box was opaque and green in colour, and a large opening on its top which was convenient or pulling tissues out, but there just happened to also be a phone inside.


    ?¡ó?


    The most beautiful person I had ever met in my life, my best friend, is about to head off to a battlefield, a battlefield called the college entrance examination.. I truly believe she will blaze through every obstacle, push forward to seize the enemy flag and declare her victory!


    Walking up the stairs, Xiaoya could hear the sound of Lu Xiaobei''s footsteps. Thinking of the other girl''s steps behind her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop her heart from being on pins and needles. Lu Xiaobei probably never came to such an ordinary house before, right?


    Lu Xiaobei: "I guess..."


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Xiaoya carried a bag of groceries in her hand, making her hand ache. She then thought of the situation which happened earlier, feeling a bit embarrassed. Lu Xiaobei had seen her mother carrying something in her hand and offered to help, but XIaoya''s mother declined her twice.


    Lu Xiaobei stared into Xiaoya''s bright and shining eyes, eyes that made hard for her to refuse, so she agreed.


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    She then asked, "Why did you tell me so much about your childhood?"


    The woman not too far away, Xiaoya''s mother, walked over, asking: "Why aren''t you home yet?" While asking this, she checked out Lu Xiaobei from the corner of her eye.


    Xiaoya''s mother had walked ahead of them, opening the door first before beckoning them inside.


    Xiaoya then said proudly: "Adorable, right? I was beautiful too, but then I got older and it went to crap."


    Xiaoya''s mother had walked ahead of them, opening the door first before beckoning them inside.


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    Xiaoya then said proudly: "Adorable, right? I was beautiful too, but then I got older and it went to crap."


    After graduation, whether I''m still in contact with my goddess or not, I truly hope she is well. That she will always be beautiful, always proud, and always dazzling.


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    My mother toils this much, yet she never said anything.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    Forget about the super unconfident girl she once met who was just like an ugly little duckling.


    Xiaoya''s mother had walked ahead of them, opening the door first before beckoning them inside.


    ?¡ó?


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    After graduation, whether I''m still in contact with my goddess or not, I truly hope she is well. That she will always be beautiful, always proud, and always dazzling.


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    "Close." Xiaoya was embarrassed to say that Lu Xiaobei was sending her back home as it would make her mother ask even more questions, and that would be too troublesome.


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Prompting Lu Xiaobei to reply, her words full of meaning, "Whose person should I say you are, then?"


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya''s mother then said to Xiaoya: "Invite your friend up to your room to relax."


    Xiaoya''s mother had walked ahead of them, opening the door first before beckoning them inside.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei the offered: "Aunty, I can help you in the kitchen, if you''d like."


    "Yeah, it is alright. But your friend has to agree," Xiaoya''s mother replied.


    Lu Xiaobei lifted the phone Xiaoya had gifted her, saying, "No, I already sent them a message."


    The woman not too far away, Xiaoya''s mother, walked over, asking: "Why aren''t you home yet?" While asking this, she checked out Lu Xiaobei from the corner of her eye.


    "Xiaoyu (Little Rain)." A woman seeming to be in her forties or fifties stood not too far away from Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya. She wore a dark blue dress and her hair was combed back into a bun, she appeared to be full of life and very capable.


    Anyway, maybe it''s because I''m more confident, or perhaps it''s because I''ve been paying attention to my diet because there''s no pimples on my face. When I pass by the neighbouring primary school the kids there even call me pretty big sis. (Grinning)


    "Does your friend live nearby?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    My mother toils this much, yet she never said anything.


    Without even knowing it, it''s already been four months since I started answering questions. There''s been a lot of things that have happened in these past four months too. I went from just a casual acquaintance to a good friend with my goddess, friends who talk about any and everything. I even told her about deepest wishes. I want to go visit many places, I want to see many sights, and meet many people.


    N/A


    But Xiaoya''s mom replied: "You''re our guest, you don''t need to worry about this, so just go have fun with Xiaoya, okay?" She then motioned to Xiaoya to lead Lu Xiaibei to her room.


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    "Close." Xiaoya was embarrassed to say that Lu Xiaobei was sending her back home as it would make her mother ask even more questions, and that would be too troublesome.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I haven''t told my family as yet."


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    "No, it''s rare for you to be at my house, so..." Xiaoya stuck out her tongue, continuing, "A little while ago, my mom said I should learn from you. You''re even kind to people from my mother''s generation, Captain."


    To me, this place is like my secret tree holeT/n: A place you could put all your secrets for safekeeping.], it''s much easier to pound out all the bitterness in my heart here.


    After Lu Xiaobei went into Xiaoya''s room, her mother pulled her aside and said: "See how sensible other people are? Take some fruit from the living room and go. Don''t be too noisy, and don''t forget to do your home work while you''re having fun."


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    "Because a chance like this is hard to come by, and I just happened to talk about it. Do you want us to start studying now, Captain?" Xiaoya replied.


    But Xiaoya''s mom replied: "You''re our guest, you don''t need to worry about this, so just go have fun with Xiaoya, okay?" She then motioned to Xiaoya to lead Lu Xiaibei to her room.


    "I know, mom." Now that Lu Xiaobei appeared, she rightly became the infamous other people''s childT/n: Other people''s kid is the perfect child other parent''s tell their own kids to be like.


    "When I was nine, my mom was successful competing for a position. She was just promoted and got super busy, so everyday when she''d plait my hair, the two braids would never be the same size. Actually, back then, my looks were still alright, but my hair ruined it..."


    Without even knowing it, it''s already been four months since I started answering questions. There''s been a lot of things that have happened in these past four months too. I went from just a casual acquaintance to a good friend with my goddess, friends who talk about any and everything. I even told her about deepest wishes. I want to go visit many places, I want to see many sights, and meet many people.


    "No, it''s rare for you to be at my house, so..." Xiaoya stuck out her tongue, continuing, "A little while ago, my mom said I should learn from you. You''re even kind to people from my mother''s generation, Captain."


    Now in her room, Xiaoya placed the delicious looking green grapes on the tea table, pulled out a chair, asking Lu XIaobei to sit before sitting on her own bed.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I haven''t told my family as yet."


    Xiaoya: "Captain, is something wrong? Do you need to call home?"


    When school was finished, Lu Xiaobei accompanied Xiaoya to the intersection as usual, then to the two buildings where Xiaoya''s house was.


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    "When I was nine, my mom was successful competing for a position. She was just promoted and got super busy, so everyday when she''d plait my hair, the two braids would never be the same size. Actually, back then, my looks were still alright, but my hair ruined it..."


    Added Half Chapter


    "Yeah, it is alright. But your friend has to agree," Xiaoya''s mother replied.


    "Captain, this is my room. It''s a bit small, though."


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    Lu Xiaobei looked around the room, at the snow white wallpaper, the dark brown standard furnishings, along with the anime posters hung on the wall behind the bed and the figurines lining the bookshelf which very much exuded Xiaoya''s personal style.


    Walking up the stairs, Xiaoya could hear the sound of Lu Xiaobei''s footsteps. Thinking of the other girl''s steps behind her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop her heart from being on pins and needles. Lu Xiaobei probably never came to such an ordinary house before, right?


    She then looked at the large window in the front of her desk, saying: "It''s very warm. The sunshine during the day must be very nice." She then turned her gaze, pointing to a silly of a little girl sitting on the bedside table, asking, "How old were you there?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked around the room, at the snow white wallpaper, the dark brown standard furnishings, along with the anime posters hung on the wall behind the bed and the figurines lining the bookshelf which very much exuded Xiaoya''s personal style.


    Xiaoya: "I can''t really remember, maybe around five?"


    "Oh, when I was in the Netherlands, I lived in a small village with my mother. The scenery in that village was very beautiful, and there weren''t a lot of foreigners. My mother didn''t like outsiders coming into our house, and she never hired a nanny. On the days where she was busy, she''d just leave me in the park and the locals there liked talking with me. So, because of that, I get along well with older folks.


    When school was finished, Lu Xiaobei accompanied Xiaoya to the intersection as usual, then to the two buildings where Xiaoya''s house was.


    Xiaoya kept chattering on without end, then after a while, she noticed Lu Xiaobei hadn''t said anything.


    Only then did Xiaoya remember Lu Xiaobei''s family situation, and that Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to stay with them during the Spring Festival at all, let alone now. Making Xiaoya want to beat herself up so she won''t say anything that stupid again.


    I''ve changed a lot during this time too. In this month''s most recent monthly examination, I actually made it into the top two-hundred rankings for my grade. Even the attitude the teachers have towards me is noticeably different than before. My dad even said to me: "It''s never too late to wake up." And my mom made me a huge table''s worth of delicious food.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at at the picture, her eyes carrying a smile.


    Xiaoya''s mother then said to Xiaoya: "Invite your friend up to your room to relax."


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    My mother toils this much, yet she never said anything.


    "Captain, this is my room. It''s a bit small, though."


    Xiaoya kept chattering on without end, then after a while, she noticed Lu Xiaobei hadn''t said anything.


    Xiaoya then said proudly: "Adorable, right? I was beautiful too, but then I got older and it went to crap."


    Xiaoya, suddenly remembering something, asked: "Is today okay then? During the weekend, isn''t dad going to catch a few fish and keep them in the bathtub? He''s working overtime today, so how about the three of us have dinner."


    Without even knowing it, it''s already been four months since I started answering questions. There''s been a lot of things that have happened in these past four months too. I went from just a casual acquaintance to a good friend with my goddess, friends who talk about any and everything. I even told her about deepest wishes. I want to go visit many places, I want to see many sights, and meet many people.


    Walking up the stairs, Xiaoya could hear the sound of Lu Xiaobei''s footsteps. Thinking of the other girl''s steps behind her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop her heart from being on pins and needles. Lu Xiaobei probably never came to such an ordinary house before, right?


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    It''s currently four in the morning, and I just woke up after having a dream about my goddess. In it she was smiling at me, an especially beautiful smile at that. It''s all her fault I''m having them too, all because of those gorgeous pictures she kept sending me every day.


    "I know, mom." Now that Lu Xiaobei appeared, she rightly became the infamous other people''s childT/n: Other people''s kid is the perfect child other parent''s tell their own kids to be like.


    "No, it''s rare for you to be at my house, so..." Xiaoya stuck out her tongue, continuing, "A little while ago, my mom said I should learn from you. You''re even kind to people from my mother''s generation, Captain."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Um, your phone... why was it in there?" The tissue box was opaque and green in colour, and a large opening on its top which was convenient or pulling tissues out, but there just happened to also be a phone inside.


    "Captain, this is my room. It''s a bit small, though."


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei was interested, she happily rummaged through a cupboard drawer and found an old album, showing it to Lu Xiaobei: "This is my childhood album, the one with the earliest pictures. Before I turned three, I still lived at my grandparents..."


    "But... how are you going to introduce me? Are you going to say I''m your person, Captain?" Xiaoya asked.


    To me, this place is like my secret tree holeT/n: A place you could put all your secrets for safekeeping.], it''s much easier to pound out all the bitterness in my heart here.


    Xiaoya: "Was it because you were very cute when you were young, Captain?"


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    Xiaoya then said proudly: "Adorable, right? I was beautiful too, but then I got older and it went to crap."


    Walking up the stairs, Xiaoya could hear the sound of Lu Xiaobei''s footsteps. Thinking of the other girl''s steps behind her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop her heart from being on pins and needles. Lu Xiaobei probably never came to such an ordinary house before, right?


    "When I was nine, my mom was successful competing for a position. She was just promoted and got super busy, so everyday when she''d plait my hair, the two braids would never be the same size. Actually, back then, my looks were still alright, but my hair ruined it..."


    Xiaoya wobbled her head proudly, explaining, "The most dangerous place is the safest place, otherwise, when my mom searches my room everyday, she would''ve found the phone a long time ago, you know?!"


    Xiaoya kept chattering on without end, then after a while, she noticed Lu Xiaobei hadn''t said anything.


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei was interested, she happily rummaged through a cupboard drawer and found an old album, showing it to Lu Xiaobei: "This is my childhood album, the one with the earliest pictures. Before I turned three, I still lived at my grandparents..."


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Why is my goddess so good to me, huh? Most of the other commentors responding to the thread said their goddesses were unreachable and indifferent, never daring to set aside their haughty attitudes out of fear the guy''s close to them would confess, so instead they made no friends. It was probably because I was a girl. This meant my goddess didn''t have to worry about something like that, and could therefore show that charm of hers to me everyday without any restraint.


    Xiaoya kept chattering on without end, then after a while, she noticed Lu Xiaobei hadn''t said anything.


    The most beautiful person I had ever met in my life, my best friend, is about to head off to a battlefield, a battlefield called the college entrance examination.. I truly believe she will blaze through every obstacle, push forward to seize the enemy flag and declare her victory!


    Xiaoya: "Captain, is something wrong? Do you need to call home?"


    She then asked, "Why did you tell me so much about your childhood?"


    Anyway, maybe it''s because I''m more confident, or perhaps it''s because I''ve been paying attention to my diet because there''s no pimples on my face. When I pass by the neighbouring primary school the kids there even call me pretty big sis. (Grinning)


    Xiaoya scrolled through Lu Xiaobei''s Facebook account for a while, saying, "But all your friends are here, Captain. There''s no way I could post stuff."


    Lu Xiaobei lifted the phone Xiaoya had gifted her, saying, "No, I already sent them a message."


    To me, this place is like my secret tree holeT/n: A place you could put all your secrets for safekeeping.], it''s much easier to pound out all the bitterness in my heart here.


    Lu Xiaobei stared into Xiaoya''s bright and shining eyes, eyes that made hard for her to refuse, so she agreed.


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    "No, it''s rare for you to be at my house, so..." Xiaoya stuck out her tongue, continuing, "A little while ago, my mom said I should learn from you. You''re even kind to people from my mother''s generation, Captain."


    Then, when I meet my goddess tomorrow, I''ll just be a girl overflowing with vitality being with her as she works on her questions, and cheering her up. Actually, my goddess has been very free for the past couple days. She took me to the library rooftop and we watched all kinds of American dramas, all in the name giving me oral English practice. My goddess told me that she had reviewed all she needed to review and that a stable performance was good enough for her since her goal was not that high.


    Lu Xiaobei the offered: "Aunty, I can help you in the kitchen, if you''d like."


    Xiaoya kept chattering on without end, then after a while, she noticed Lu Xiaobei hadn''t said anything.


    "Oh, when I was in the Netherlands, I lived in a small village with my mother. The scenery in that village was very beautiful, and there weren''t a lot of foreigners. My mother didn''t like outsiders coming into our house, and she never hired a nanny. On the days where she was busy, she''d just leave me in the park and the locals there liked talking with me. So, because of that, I get along well with older folks.


    After Lu Xiaobei went into Xiaoya''s room, her mother pulled her aside and said: "See how sensible other people are? Take some fruit from the living room and go. Don''t be too noisy, and don''t forget to do your home work while you''re having fun."


    Then, when I meet my goddess tomorrow, I''ll just be a girl overflowing with vitality being with her as she works on her questions, and cheering her up. Actually, my goddess has been very free for the past couple days. She took me to the library rooftop and we watched all kinds of American dramas, all in the name giving me oral English practice. My goddess told me that she had reviewed all she needed to review and that a stable performance was good enough for her since her goal was not that high.


    ?¡ó?


    "Because a chance like this is hard to come by, and I just happened to talk about it. Do you want us to start studying now, Captain?" Xiaoya replied.


    Xiaoya''s mother gave Lu Xiaobei a smile, saying: "Hello, I''m Xiaoya''s mother. It''s very nice to meet such a good looking kid. If you have the time, you''re welcome to come hang out at our house."


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    She then asked, "Why did you tell me so much about your childhood?"


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    Lu Xiaobei said while holding in a grin, "Adorable."


    Only then did Xiaoya remember Lu Xiaobei''s family situation, and that Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to stay with them during the Spring Festival at all, let alone now. Making Xiaoya want to beat herself up so she won''t say anything that stupid again.


    The woman not too far away, Xiaoya''s mother, walked over, asking: "Why aren''t you home yet?" While asking this, she checked out Lu Xiaobei from the corner of her eye.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Not really, it doest matter either way to me since I just want to empty my mind. Why do you ask? Do you want to start your homework? I''m here, so I could help if you''d like."


    Xiaoya carried a bag of groceries in her hand, making her hand ache. She then thought of the situation which happened earlier, feeling a bit embarrassed. Lu Xiaobei had seen her mother carrying something in her hand and offered to help, but XIaoya''s mother declined her twice.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    "Our Xiaoya is the most clever indeed." After saying this, Lu Xiaobei stood in front of Xiaoya, opening the little green app, and taught her how to connect to a VPN. "My phone already has Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. I have accounts for them linked to this phone already too, so you can just use those."


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Lu Xiaobei chuckled at this, saying: "There''s no need to wait until after the examinations..."


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    "No, it''s rare for you to be at my house, so..." Xiaoya stuck out her tongue, continuing, "A little while ago, my mom said I should learn from you. You''re even kind to people from my mother''s generation, Captain."


    Xiaoya: "Captain, is something wrong? Do you need to call home?"


    "Oh, when I was in the Netherlands, I lived in a small village with my mother. The scenery in that village was very beautiful, and there weren''t a lot of foreigners. My mother didn''t like outsiders coming into our house, and she never hired a nanny. On the days where she was busy, she''d just leave me in the park and the locals there liked talking with me. So, because of that, I get along well with older folks.


    Lu Xiaobei held the door out of politeness, saying, "Thank you, Aunty." Her appearance seeming calm, but she looked me over with a polite and curious eye.


    Lu Xiaobei chuckled at this, saying: "There''s no need to wait until after the examinations..."


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    Seeing Lu Xiaobei was interested, she happily rummaged through a cupboard drawer and found an old album, showing it to Lu Xiaobei: "This is my childhood album, the one with the earliest pictures. Before I turned three, I still lived at my grandparents..."


    Walking up the stairs, Xiaoya could hear the sound of Lu Xiaobei''s footsteps. Thinking of the other girl''s steps behind her, Xiaoya couldn''t stop her heart from being on pins and needles. Lu Xiaobei probably never came to such an ordinary house before, right?


    Xiaoya: "Was it because you were very cute when you were young, Captain?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at at the picture, her eyes carrying a smile.


    Xiaoya couldn''t help but try to find something for them to talk about in an effort to talk to Lu Xiaobei for a little while longer. "The college entrance exams are only two days away, so is there any big dinners at your house?"


    "Because a chance like this is hard to come by, and I just happened to talk about it. Do you want us to start studying now, Captain?" Xiaoya replied.


    Only then did Xiaoya remember Lu Xiaobei''s family situation, and that Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to stay with them during the Spring Festival at all, let alone now. Making Xiaoya want to beat herself up so she won''t say anything that stupid again.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "No. Life overseas isn''t so perfect. Some of the older folks over there were very boring."


    "No, it''s rare for you to be at my house, so..." Xiaoya stuck out her tongue, continuing, "A little while ago, my mom said I should learn from you. You''re even kind to people from my mother''s generation, Captain."


    Xiaoya: "If only I could see how the local people there live."


    Seeing the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiaoya took the initiative to take the bags from her mother. She originally thought the fruit and veggies weren''t that heavy, but before she reached the fifth floor, the strap of the bag had turned her hand blue.


    Happy Children''s Day everybody! I''m still a child, so why are a bunch of people asking me to reply to questions about lily stuff? I don''t think there''s anything lily related around me, so there''s no way I could answer any questions related to it~


    But... this answer of mine is only something I could write here.


    The most beautiful person I had ever met in my life, my best friend, is about to head off to a battlefield, a battlefield called the college entrance examination.. I truly believe she will blaze through every obstacle, push forward to seize the enemy flag and declare her victory!


    Shocked, Xiaoya said in turn: "Mom."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"


    I just felt extremely sad. Sad I could only be with my goddess for a short period of time, sad that all I would be... was just a passer-by in her life...


    "Xiaoyu (Little Rain)." A woman seeming to be in her forties or fifties stood not too far away from Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya. She wore a dark blue dress and her hair was combed back into a bun, she appeared to be full of life and very capable.


    Added Half Chapter


    From the drawer in her nightstand, Xiaoya pulled out a tissue box, but instead of tissues, she then pulled out a phone. After unlocking it, she asked, "What do I have to do?"


    I sincerely wish for her to leave this sea of misery known as high school, but I''m also sad. The day until we''ll separate will also begin its countdown. Soon, the day will come when we have to part. She won''t be there to walk me to and from school again, or ask me out to eat on weekends. She''ll be going to live in a different city, attending the best university, nd meeting a lot of new people.


    Xiaoya: "What is it?"


    From the drawer in her nightstand, Xiaoya pulled out a tissue box, but instead of tissues, she then pulled out a phone. After unlocking it, she asked, "What do I have to do?"


    "Close." Xiaoya was embarrassed to say that Lu Xiaobei was sending her back home as it would make her mother ask even more questions, and that would be too troublesome.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    Why is my goddess so good to me, huh? Most of the other commentors responding to the thread said their goddesses were unreachable and indifferent, never daring to set aside their haughty attitudes out of fear the guy''s close to them would confess, so instead they made no friends. It was probably because I was a girl. This meant my goddess didn''t have to worry about something like that, and could therefore show that charm of hers to me everyday without any restraint.


    Lu Xiaobei the offered: "Aunty, I can help you in the kitchen, if you''d like."


    Xiaoya''s mother gave Lu Xiaobei a smile, saying: "Hello, I''m Xiaoya''s mother. It''s very nice to meet such a good looking kid. If you have the time, you''re welcome to come hang out at our house."


    Xiaoya: "After you''re at my house, you can call them. If they don''t agree, then just forget about it."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Um, your phone... why was it in there?" The tissue box was opaque and green in colour, and a large opening on its top which was convenient or pulling tissues out, but there just happened to also be a phone inside.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Um, your phone... why was it in there?" The tissue box was opaque and green in colour, and a large opening on its top which was convenient or pulling tissues out, but there just happened to also be a phone inside.


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line who''s sorry she didn''t have a story about her goddess today. But she''s about to take her college entrance exams, so I just wish her success in everything she desires ¡ª¡ª


    "Xiaoyu (Little Rain)." A woman seeming to be in her forties or fifties stood not too far away from Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya. She wore a dark blue dress and her hair was combed back into a bun, she appeared to be full of life and very capable.


    Added Half Chapter


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    Xiaoya the chimed in: "Captain''s cooking is really delicious."


    Xiaoya wobbled her head proudly, explaining, "The most dangerous place is the safest place, otherwise, when my mom searches my room everyday, she would''ve found the phone a long time ago, you know?!"


    Xiaoya: "If only I could see how the local people there live."


    "Our Xiaoya is the most clever indeed." After saying this, Lu Xiaobei stood in front of Xiaoya, opening the little green app, and taught her how to connect to a VPN. "My phone already has Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. I have accounts for them linked to this phone already too, so you can just use those."


    N/A


    Xiaoya scrolled through Lu Xiaobei''s Facebook account for a while, saying, "But all your friends are here, Captain. There''s no way I could post stuff."


    "Does your friend live nearby?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    "You can post whatever you want, or you can chat with them. I''ll introduce you." Lu Xiaobei replied.


    In response I sighed, and my heart felt at ease.


    "But... how are you going to introduce me? Are you going to say I''m your person, Captain?" Xiaoya asked.


    Maybe she''ll wish me goodnight through QQ, and when she has the time she might even chat with me. But... the more she knows about the world, the more she sees the world... maybe, she might even forget about me too...


    She then looked at the large window in the front of her desk, saying: "It''s very warm. The sunshine during the day must be very nice." She then turned her gaze, pointing to a silly of a little girl sitting on the bedside table, asking, "How old were you there?"


    N/A


    Xiaoya, suddenly remembering something, asked: "Is today okay then? During the weekend, isn''t dad going to catch a few fish and keep them in the bathtub? He''s working overtime today, so how about the three of us have dinner."


    Over these past two days, I kept worrying about everything, the bad and the good. It honestly felt as though I was the one about to take the entrance exams.


    Prompting Lu Xiaobei to reply, her words full of meaning, "Whose person should I say you are, then?"


    "Close." Xiaoya was embarrassed to say that Lu Xiaobei was sending her back home as it would make her mother ask even more questions, and that would be too troublesome.


    The most beautiful person I had ever met in my life, my best friend, is about to head off to a battlefield, a battlefield called the college entrance examination.. I truly believe she will blaze through every obstacle, push forward to seize the enemy flag and declare her victory!


    Lu Xiaobei introduced herself: "Nice to meet you, Aunty. I''m Lu Xiaobei."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I haven''t told my family as yet."


    After graduation, whether I''m still in contact with my goddess or not, I truly hope she is well. That she will always be beautiful, always proud, and always dazzling.


    "I know, mom." Now that Lu Xiaobei appeared, she rightly became the infamous other people''s childT/n: Other people''s kid is the perfect child other parent''s tell their own kids to be like.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really? You can sign up for an account on Facebook then. My phone is already connected to a VPN." While Xiaoya muttered ''I can''t'', Lu Xiaobei had already walked over and was beside her, asking, "Where''s your phone?"

 CH 22

    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    Xiaoya didn''t needto think about it at all, replying, "I want to go. I don''t want to tell my family either. Lets go everywhere."


    N/A


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    But just then, two knocks sounded outside Xiaoya''s door and Xiaoya''s mother called out to them, "Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei, dinner''s ready."


    Xiaoya: "Sciences. You''re so good at biochemistry, it would be a pity if you didn''t choose it. Besides, there are a lot more majors in the sciences available, so it''d be easy to get into a good university and also getting a job after graduation."


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    For Xiaoya, this was the first time she and Lu Xiaobei was this close, so much so, they could each feel the other''s breath.


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    "Captain, why did you just try to take my phone?" Xiaoya whispered.


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    Lu Xiaobei walked straight outside, asking: "What''s wrong?" Xiaoya''s eyes were glistening, and a bit reddened, seeming as though she wanted to shed tears yet didn''t.


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobeui thought to herself: Folks like Xiaoya will never be able to cheat during exams. All it would take was just one glance from a teacher for them to find out.


    Lu Xiaobei then immediately sprang forward, causing both her and Xiaoya to tumble on the bed, saying, "Where did you hide my stuff?" while at the same time trying to grab the phone behind Xiaoya''s back.


    The "back door door god" then chimed, "Pre-exam is the peak season for confessions, you know?"


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    Lu Xiaobei stroked her chin, with her then asking, "How could you not know."


    Lu Xiaobei then lowered her head slightly, enough to allow Xiaoya to feel the tip of her nose touching her own cheek before it shifted to the side, bit by bit, about to...


    "Ah¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    Lu Xiaobei knocked him on the head, saying, "Focus on studying properly, the exam is only a few days away."


    "It''s actually a good thing you came. I have something I want to ask you." Seeing the doubt in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei then asked, "For all these years you''ve been in school, have you ever skipped a class?"


    "I don''t know. I want to study in the liberal arts field more, but my scores there and with science subjects are pretty similar. For history and other stuff, I rely mostly on the books I read occasionally, and never listened properly in class. But with science classes..." Xiaoya sighed before she continued, "If I choose liberal arts, I''ll be separated from you."


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobeui thought to herself: Folks like Xiaoya will never be able to cheat during exams. All it would take was just one glance from a teacher for them to find out.


    Xiaoya remained silent, feeling Mo Yichen''s questions were too unreasonable. What if she only meets with the captain only two or three times a year? She felt as though her questions involved problems she had never once considered.


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her body a bit, then putting some distance between her and Xiaoya before replying, "Dummy, have you ever heard the saying sticking your head in the sandT/n: Thinking your hiding something but only deceiving yourself.?"


    Xiaoya cried out.


    "Yeah..." Mo Yichen then added, "but it''s different, the (relationship) status is different."


    Mo Yichen said there would come a day where you''ll have a career, a partner and maybe even a child.


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    Lu Xiaobei then immediately sprang forward, causing both her and Xiaoya to tumble on the bed, saying, "Where did you hide my stuff?" while at the same time trying to grab the phone behind Xiaoya''s back.


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Xiaoya was so flustered, she forgot her priorities towards Lu Xiaobei and yelled: "Heyyy¡ª Get off! I can''t give this to you."


    Lu Xiaobei knocked him on the head, saying, "Focus on studying properly, the exam is only a few days away."


    Xiaoya doesn;t have the type of personality that''s suited for pressuring her with questions. The more you ask her, the more she''d dwell on it, and be even more unwilling to talk. But if you keep your distance, she''d would be willing to share her thoughts with you instead.


    Hey, don''t bring up my heartbreaking affairs. Captain said ''I have to go visit my mom the day after my entrance exams, since I haven''t seen her for the year. So if there are no pressing matters here, I won''t return even during the holidays.''" Xiaoya then added, "It''s been almost three months! Captain won''t even be in the country, and I don''t have any money to go visit her."


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    "So it seems you''ll be sending off two friends this summer, yeah?" Mo Yichen asked her.


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    Xiaoya didn''t needto think about it at all, replying, "I want to go. I don''t want to tell my family either. Lets go everywhere."


    "Hey, dinner''s ready!" Xiaoya''s mother just thought the two girls were playing around, giving her no real reason to be suspicious. "Go wash up the come out, alright." After saying this, she turned and left.


    Mo Yichen then asked: "I''m curious about one thing though, was that the first time your mom and Captain met?"


    "I mean, is it like just ordinary friends leaving each other? Imagine if it was like we''ll never be by your side again, and you''d be living alone without one of us forever. Wo''d you miss then?"


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    ?¡ó?


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    Is it possible you don''t want those things? I''m willing to give you tons of love¡ªall of my love, so we can always be together, forever. Just me, no one else.


    Lu Xiaobei walked straight outside, asking: "What''s wrong?" Xiaoya''s eyes were glistening, and a bit reddened, seeming as though she wanted to shed tears yet didn''t.


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    This made Xiaoya zip her lips, giving the silent treatment for a while. But she couldn''t hold it, turning to Mo Yichen to ask, "Yichen, are you going to chose the arts of sciences courses next semester?"


    For Xiaoya, this was the first time she and Lu Xiaobei was this close, so much so, they could each feel the other''s breath.


    To which the sullen Xiaoya replied: "Yeah."


    "Yeah..." Mo Yichen then added, "but it''s different, the (relationship) status is different."


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Lu Xiaobei stroked her chin, with her then asking, "How could you not know."


    Second Update


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    Lu Xiaobei then lowered her head slightly, enough to allow Xiaoya to feel the tip of her nose touching her own cheek before it shifted to the side, bit by bit, about to...


    "Yes, yes, yes. I know." Mo Yichen replied mechanically.


    Mo Yichen couldn''t help but hold her head in her palm, "You really are too dumb sometimes. I can''t just tell you outright."


    "Our teacher told us the schedule for the college entrance exams and we have the day before the exams off." Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Can we go hang out together on that day? It should be a Thursday, so you can ask your teacher for sick leave and if you want to tell your folks, you can, but if you don''t, you won''t. So you want to go?"


    Lu Xiaobei then grumbled, "Your mom just never thought you''d be dumb enough to hide a phone in there."


    To which the sullen Xiaoya replied: "Yeah."


    "It''s actually a good thing you came. I have something I want to ask you." Seeing the doubt in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei then asked, "For all these years you''ve been in school, have you ever skipped a class?"


    Truthfully, Xiaoya did have something else she wanted to ask the captain right then, she wanted to ask: ''Captain, why are you so good to me?'' As much as Xiaoya was full of gratitude towards her, she also felt something she could not put into words, along with feeling wronged. ''But I want you to always be good to me, so what do I do?''


    "Captain, why did you just try to take my phone?" Xiaoya whispered.


    "So it seems you''ll be sending off two friends this summer, yeah?" Mo Yichen asked her.


    Gradually, Lu Xiaobei''s infatuation filled eyes focused, the faint traces of blue within them, a blue resembling the sky as well as the sea, fading away into the darkness.


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    But just then, two knocks sounded outside Xiaoya''s door and Xiaoya''s mother called out to them, "Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei, dinner''s ready."


    "Hey, dinner''s ready!" Xiaoya''s mother just thought the two girls were playing around, giving her no real reason to be suspicious. "Go wash up the come out, alright." After saying this, she turned and left.


    Xiaoya doesn;t have the type of personality that''s suited for pressuring her with questions. The more you ask her, the more she''d dwell on it, and be even more unwilling to talk. But if you keep your distance, she''d would be willing to share her thoughts with you instead.


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her body a bit, then putting some distance between her and Xiaoya before replying, "Dummy, have you ever heard the saying sticking your head in the sandT/n: Thinking your hiding something but only deceiving yourself.?"


    Lu Xiaobei walked straight outside, asking: "What''s wrong?" Xiaoya''s eyes were glistening, and a bit reddened, seeming as though she wanted to shed tears yet didn''t.


    Xiaoya suddenly realised it, saying, "I was almost caught just now?" After saying this, she again hid her phone in the tissue box.


    Lu Xiaobei simply ignored him, walking back to the middle of the classroom.


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    Xiaoya then said: "You should go back, class will be starting soon. I need time to get back to my floor too." Xiaoya''s school had six floors, and the first years, second years and third years all took up two floors each. There are six classes on each floor, and in the smaller Liberal Arts building next door, it can only fit four classes.


    "Why are you curious about something like that? It was just your average friend coming over to hang out situation, not a ''meet the parents''T/n: bring your partner home to meet the folks for the first time. one."


    "That is a good reason." After this, Lu Xiaobei no longer pushed the matter.


    "Ah¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei simply ignored him, walking back to the middle of the classroom.


    Lu Xiaobei then grumbled, "Your mom just never thought you''d be dumb enough to hide a phone in there."


    "It''s actually a good thing you came. I have something I want to ask you." Seeing the doubt in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei then asked, "For all these years you''ve been in school, have you ever skipped a class?"


    Xiaoya then said: "You should go back, class will be starting soon. I need time to get back to my floor too." Xiaoya''s school had six floors, and the first years, second years and third years all took up two floors each. There are six classes on each floor, and in the smaller Liberal Arts building next door, it can only fit four classes.


    It made her scared, terrified, but more than that she was overwhelmed by the anxiety from those burning questions.


    N/A


    Xiaoya suddenly realised it, saying, "I was almost caught just now?" After saying this, she again hid her phone in the tissue box.


    A seed had already taken root in Xiaoya''s heart, but before it grew into a towering tree, she turned her eyes away from it.


    Xiaoya then defended: "It''s not dumb, it''s convenient. Now, come on, let''s go eat dinner."


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    ?¡ó?


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobeui thought to herself: Folks like Xiaoya will never be able to cheat during exams. All it would take was just one glance from a teacher for them to find out.


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    "I mean, is it like just ordinary friends leaving each other? Imagine if it was like we''ll never be by your side again, and you''d be living alone without one of us forever. Wo''d you miss then?"


    N/A


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    "So the captain went to your house yesterday?" In the morning self-study session, the classroom was filled with the voices of students reading, so taking advantage of this chance, pretending their gossiping voices belonged to the sea of studious ones, the two fished on troubled waters.


    Xiaoya: "I wanted to see you, so I just came."


    At some point, Mr. Nan had even entered the classroom, inspected it and left, but Xiaoya hadn''t noticed at all.


    Lu Xiaobei then lowered her head slightly, enough to allow Xiaoya to feel the tip of her nose touching her own cheek before it shifted to the side, bit by bit, about to...


    "Captain, why did you just try to take my phone?" Xiaoya whispered.


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    "I just want to focus on my studies. That way, in the future, when I have the time and the money, I can go find Captain no matter where she is and see her then." Xiaoya''s words were spoken casually, having no confidence behind them.


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    Lu Xiaobei simply ignored him, walking back to the middle of the classroom.


    Seeing this, Lu Xiaobeui thought to herself: Folks like Xiaoya will never be able to cheat during exams. All it would take was just one glance from a teacher for them to find out.


    N/A


    Mo Yichen then asked: "I''m curious about one thing though, was that the first time your mom and Captain met?"


    There was no doubt in XIaoya''s heart who the answer to this question was, but she didn''t want to hurt Mo Yichen''s feelings, and so replied: "It''s different! You and I will just be in different classes, but still in the same school. Captain... Captain will be going really really far away from me."


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    Mo Yichen then stated, frost in her tone, "But at that time, Captain would already have her own career, a partner, and even a child. You say you''re will to go across the see to find her, but even if you are in the same city, or the same street, she might not have the time to accompany you."


    "Why are you curious about something like that? It was just your average friend coming over to hang out situation, not a ''meet the parents''T/n: bring your partner home to meet the folks for the first time. one."


    For Xiaoya, this was the first time she and Lu Xiaobei was this close, so much so, they could each feel the other''s breath.


    "The liberal arts classes are in another building, and after school the exit will be from the back. So unless we go out of our own way, it''s unlikely we''d run into one another." Mo Yichen then added: "This is only a supposition. But does Captain leaving only feel like a regular parting of friends? Is it just like when you were separated from your junior high school friends? Never meeting again, or only seeing one another two to three times a year."


    "I mean, is it like just ordinary friends leaving each other? Imagine if it was like we''ll never be by your side again, and you''d be living alone without one of us forever. Wo''d you miss then?"


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    There was no doubt in XIaoya''s heart who the answer to this question was, but she didn''t want to hurt Mo Yichen''s feelings, and so replied: "It''s different! You and I will just be in different classes, but still in the same school. Captain... Captain will be going really really far away from me."


    Hey, don''t bring up my heartbreaking affairs. Captain said ''I have to go visit my mom the day after my entrance exams, since I haven''t seen her for the year. So if there are no pressing matters here, I won''t return even during the holidays.''" Xiaoya then added, "It''s been almost three months! Captain won''t even be in the country, and I don''t have any money to go visit her."


    This made Xiaoya zip her lips, giving the silent treatment for a while. But she couldn''t hold it, turning to Mo Yichen to ask, "Yichen, are you going to chose the arts of sciences courses next semester?"


    "Yeah..." Mo Yichen then added, "but it''s different, the (relationship) status is different."


    At some point, Mr. Nan had even entered the classroom, inspected it and left, but Xiaoya hadn''t noticed at all.


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    But just then, two knocks sounded outside Xiaoya''s door and Xiaoya''s mother called out to them, "Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei, dinner''s ready."


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    "So the captain went to your house yesterday?" In the morning self-study session, the classroom was filled with the voices of students reading, so taking advantage of this chance, pretending their gossiping voices belonged to the sea of studious ones, the two fished on troubled waters.


    "The liberal arts classes are in another building, and after school the exit will be from the back. So unless we go out of our own way, it''s unlikely we''d run into one another." Mo Yichen then added: "This is only a supposition. But does Captain leaving only feel like a regular parting of friends? Is it just like when you were separated from your junior high school friends? Never meeting again, or only seeing one another two to three times a year."


    "That is a good reason." After this, Lu Xiaobei no longer pushed the matter.


    Xiaoya remained silent, feeling Mo Yichen''s questions were too unreasonable. What if she only meets with the captain only two or three times a year? She felt as though her questions involved problems she had never once considered.


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, saying, "Is there anything else?"


    Mo Yichen couldn''t help but hold her head in her palm, "You really are too dumb sometimes. I can''t just tell you outright."


    Truthfully, Xiaoya did have something else she wanted to ask the captain right then, she wanted to ask: ''Captain, why are you so good to me?'' As much as Xiaoya was full of gratitude towards her, she also felt something she could not put into words, along with feeling wronged. ''But I want you to always be good to me, so what do I do?''


    Hey, don''t bring up my heartbreaking affairs. Captain said ''I have to go visit my mom the day after my entrance exams, since I haven''t seen her for the year. So if there are no pressing matters here, I won''t return even during the holidays.''" Xiaoya then added, "It''s been almost three months! Captain won''t even be in the country, and I don''t have any money to go visit her."


    Xiaoya: "I wanted to see you, so I just came."


    "Why are you guys acting like this? Even last night, Captain said I was dumb." Xiaoya then continued, "I''m expected to improve by three hundred places this semester compared to my last, you know?!"


    "I mean, is it like just ordinary friends leaving each other? Imagine if it was like we''ll never be by your side again, and you''d be living alone without one of us forever. Wo''d you miss then?"


    "Captain, why did you just try to take my phone?" Xiaoya whispered.


    Lu Xiaobei was sitting in the third row, upon turning her head, she saw a dazed Xiaoya standing outside the back door of her classroom. Her expression was blank, seeming as if she was wronged.


    "Yes, yes, yes. I know." Mo Yichen replied mechanically.


    iana: ...damn. *blushes*


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her body a bit, then putting some distance between her and Xiaoya before replying, "Dummy, have you ever heard the saying sticking your head in the sandT/n: Thinking your hiding something but only deceiving yourself.?"


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    This made Xiaoya zip her lips, giving the silent treatment for a while. But she couldn''t hold it, turning to Mo Yichen to ask, "Yichen, are you going to chose the arts of sciences courses next semester?"


    Mo Yichen couldn''t help but hold her head in her palm, "You really are too dumb sometimes. I can''t just tell you outright."


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    .....


    Mo Yichen: "What do you think?"


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya: "I wanted to see you, so I just came."


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    Mo Yichen said there would come a day where you''ll have a career, a partner and maybe even a child.


    I want to repay you with even betting things in return. I want you see how I''m feeling right now, so what do I do?


    Xiaoya: "Sciences. You''re so good at biochemistry, it would be a pity if you didn''t choose it. Besides, there are a lot more majors in the sciences available, so it''d be easy to get into a good university and also getting a job after graduation."


    Xiaya relied solely on curage when she ran there, but once she saw Lu Xiaobei''s face, her entire being had calmed and her reason had returned, making her reply simply, "I don''t know."


    Mo Yichen: "But... why does it sound a though you don''t want to study the sciences? I heard the biology teacher and chemistry teachers talking about you that day, they said you have a lot of potential, and that if you work hard in your second year you might be able to secure a place in a 985 universityT/n: Project 985, are State created elite universities, Fudan University, mentioned in the C9 "Ivy League colleges" is one of them.."


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    Mo Yichen couldn''t help but hold her head in her palm, "You really are too dumb sometimes. I can''t just tell you outright."


    "I don''t know. I want to study in the liberal arts field more, but my scores there and with science subjects are pretty similar. For history and other stuff, I rely mostly on the books I read occasionally, and never listened properly in class. But with science classes..." Xiaoya sighed before she continued, "If I choose liberal arts, I''ll be separated from you."


    Without looking behind her, Lu Xiaobei simply stated, "When you''re with me, you have to get used to it."


    To which the sullen Xiaoya replied: "Yeah."


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    Mo Yichen said there would come a day where you''ll have a career, a partner and maybe even a child.


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    A seed had already taken root in Xiaoya''s heart, but before it grew into a towering tree, she turned her eyes away from it.


    "Captain, someone is looking for you!"


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    Lu Xiaobei then grumbled, "Your mom just never thought you''d be dumb enough to hide a phone in there."


    Hey, don''t bring up my heartbreaking affairs. Captain said ''I have to go visit my mom the day after my entrance exams, since I haven''t seen her for the year. So if there are no pressing matters here, I won''t return even during the holidays.''" Xiaoya then added, "It''s been almost three months! Captain won''t even be in the country, and I don''t have any money to go visit her."


    Xiaoya was so flustered, she forgot her priorities towards Lu Xiaobei and yelled: "Heyyy¡ª Get off! I can''t give this to you."


    "So it seems you''ll be sending off two friends this summer, yeah?" Mo Yichen asked her.


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    Xiaya relied solely on curage when she ran there, but once she saw Lu Xiaobei''s face, her entire being had calmed and her reason had returned, making her reply simply, "I don''t know."


    "Yeah..." Mo Yichen then added, "but it''s different, the (relationship) status is different."


    To which the sullen Xiaoya replied: "Yeah."


    "Why are you curious about something like that? It was just your average friend coming over to hang out situation, not a ''meet the parents''T/n: bring your partner home to meet the folks for the first time. one."


    Xiaoya was so flustered, she forgot her priorities towards Lu Xiaobei and yelled: "Heyyy¡ª Get off! I can''t give this to you."


    Lu Xiaobei was sitting in the third row, upon turning her head, she saw a dazed Xiaoya standing outside the back door of her classroom. Her expression was blank, seeming as if she was wronged.


    Without looking behind her, Lu Xiaobei simply stated, "When you''re with me, you have to get used to it."


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    Lu Xiaobei then lowered her head slightly, enough to allow Xiaoya to feel the tip of her nose touching her own cheek before it shifted to the side, bit by bit, about to...


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    "It''s actually a good thing you came. I have something I want to ask you." Seeing the doubt in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei then asked, "For all these years you''ve been in school, have you ever skipped a class?"


    Mo Yichen: "What do you think?"


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    Lu Xiaobei simply ignored him, walking back to the middle of the classroom.


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Lu Xiaobei was sitting in the third row, upon turning her head, she saw a dazed Xiaoya standing outside the back door of her classroom. Her expression was blank, seeming as if she was wronged.


    Xiaoya: "I wanted to see you, so I just came."


    Xiaoya: "???"


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    "That is a good reason." After this, Lu Xiaobei no longer pushed the matter.


    Xiaoya: "???"


    "Captain, someone is looking for you!"


    "I mean, is it like just ordinary friends leaving each other? Imagine if it was like we''ll never be by your side again, and you''d be living alone without one of us forever. Wo''d you miss then?"


    "That is a good reason." After this, Lu Xiaobei no longer pushed the matter.


    ?¡ó?


    At some point, Mr. Nan had even entered the classroom, inspected it and left, but Xiaoya hadn''t noticed at all.


    "Yeah..." Mo Yichen then added, "but it''s different, the (relationship) status is different."


    To which the sullen Xiaoya replied: "Yeah."


    Lu Xiaobei stroked her chin, with her then asking, "How could you not know."


    "I don''t know. I want to study in the liberal arts field more, but my scores there and with science subjects are pretty similar. For history and other stuff, I rely mostly on the books I read occasionally, and never listened properly in class. But with science classes..." Xiaoya sighed before she continued, "If I choose liberal arts, I''ll be separated from you."


    There was no doubt in XIaoya''s heart who the answer to this question was, but she didn''t want to hurt Mo Yichen''s feelings, and so replied: "It''s different! You and I will just be in different classes, but still in the same school. Captain... Captain will be going really really far away from me."


    "I don''t know. I want to study in the liberal arts field more, but my scores there and with science subjects are pretty similar. For history and other stuff, I rely mostly on the books I read occasionally, and never listened properly in class. But with science classes..." Xiaoya sighed before she continued, "If I choose liberal arts, I''ll be separated from you."


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Lu Xiaobei then grumbled, "Your mom just never thought you''d be dumb enough to hide a phone in there."


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    The "back door door god" then chimed, "Pre-exam is the peak season for confessions, you know?"


    Lu Xiaobei knocked him on the head, saying, "Focus on studying properly, the exam is only a few days away."


    "I just want to focus on my studies. That way, in the future, when I have the time and the money, I can go find Captain no matter where she is and see her then." Xiaoya''s words were spoken casually, having no confidence behind them.


    "The liberal arts classes are in another building, and after school the exit will be from the back. So unless we go out of our own way, it''s unlikely we''d run into one another." Mo Yichen then added: "This is only a supposition. But does Captain leaving only feel like a regular parting of friends? Is it just like when you were separated from your junior high school friends? Never meeting again, or only seeing one another two to three times a year."


    Lu Xiaobei lifted her body a bit, then putting some distance between her and Xiaoya before replying, "Dummy, have you ever heard the saying sticking your head in the sandT/n: Thinking your hiding something but only deceiving yourself.?"


    Xiaoya remained silent, feeling Mo Yichen''s questions were too unreasonable. What if she only meets with the captain only two or three times a year? She felt as though her questions involved problems she had never once considered.


    Xiaoya cried out.


    "So it seems you''ll be sending off two friends this summer, yeah?" Mo Yichen asked her.


    Without looking behind her, Lu Xiaobei simply stated, "When you''re with me, you have to get used to it."


    It made her scared, terrified, but more than that she was overwhelmed by the anxiety from those burning questions.


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    A seed had already taken root in Xiaoya''s heart, but before it grew into a towering tree, she turned her eyes away from it.


    "Ah¡ª"


    Is it possible you don''t want those things? I''m willing to give you tons of love¡ªall of my love, so we can always be together, forever. Just me, no one else.


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    "I just want to focus on my studies. That way, in the future, when I have the time and the money, I can go find Captain no matter where she is and see her then." Xiaoya''s words were spoken casually, having no confidence behind them.


    Hey, don''t bring up my heartbreaking affairs. Captain said ''I have to go visit my mom the day after my entrance exams, since I haven''t seen her for the year. So if there are no pressing matters here, I won''t return even during the holidays.''" Xiaoya then added, "It''s been almost three months! Captain won''t even be in the country, and I don''t have any money to go visit her."


    Lu Xiaobei walked straight outside, asking: "What''s wrong?" Xiaoya''s eyes were glistening, and a bit reddened, seeming as though she wanted to shed tears yet didn''t.


    There was no doubt in XIaoya''s heart who the answer to this question was, but she didn''t want to hurt Mo Yichen''s feelings, and so replied: "It''s different! You and I will just be in different classes, but still in the same school. Captain... Captain will be going really really far away from me."


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    It made her scared, terrified, but more than that she was overwhelmed by the anxiety from those burning questions.


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    "It''s actually a good thing you came. I have something I want to ask you." Seeing the doubt in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei then asked, "For all these years you''ve been in school, have you ever skipped a class?"


    Mo Yichen then stated, frost in her tone, "But at that time, Captain would already have her own career, a partner, and even a child. You say you''re will to go across the see to find her, but even if you are in the same city, or the same street, she might not have the time to accompany you."


    "Why are you guys acting like this? Even last night, Captain said I was dumb." Xiaoya then continued, "I''m expected to improve by three hundred places this semester compared to my last, you know?!"


    Her words made Xiaoya''s hands ball into fists, tightly holding them while her eyes remained fixed on the table and not a word leaving her lips.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked her chin, with her then asking, "How could you not know."


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    At some point, Mr. Nan had even entered the classroom, inspected it and left, but Xiaoya hadn''t noticed at all.


    Is it possible you don''t want those things? I''m willing to give you tons of love¡ªall of my love, so we can always be together, forever. Just me, no one else.


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked her chin, with her then asking, "How could you not know."


    "I just want to focus on my studies. That way, in the future, when I have the time and the money, I can go find Captain no matter where she is and see her then." Xiaoya''s words were spoken casually, having no confidence behind them.


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    The "back door door god" then chimed, "Pre-exam is the peak season for confessions, you know?"


    ?¡ó?


    Mo Yichen: "What do you think?"


    But just then, two knocks sounded outside Xiaoya''s door and Xiaoya''s mother called out to them, "Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei, dinner''s ready."


    This made Xiaoya zip her lips, giving the silent treatment for a while. But she couldn''t hold it, turning to Mo Yichen to ask, "Yichen, are you going to chose the arts of sciences courses next semester?"


    Mo Yichen: "What do you think?"


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    "Captain, someone is looking for you!"


    A seed had already taken root in Xiaoya''s heart, but before it grew into a towering tree, she turned her eyes away from it.


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    Lu Xiaobei was sitting in the third row, upon turning her head, she saw a dazed Xiaoya standing outside the back door of her classroom. Her expression was blank, seeming as if she was wronged.


    Mo Yichen said there would come a day where you''ll have a career, a partner and maybe even a child.


    Xiaoya doesn;t have the type of personality that''s suited for pressuring her with questions. The more you ask her, the more she''d dwell on it, and be even more unwilling to talk. But if you keep your distance, she''d would be willing to share her thoughts with you instead.


    "Yes, yes, yes. I know." Mo Yichen replied mechanically.


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    Xiaoya doesn;t have the type of personality that''s suited for pressuring her with questions. The more you ask her, the more she''d dwell on it, and be even more unwilling to talk. But if you keep your distance, she''d would be willing to share her thoughts with you instead.


    Xiaoya cried out.


    "Captain, someone is looking for you!"


    Lu Xiaobei walked straight outside, asking: "What''s wrong?" Xiaoya''s eyes were glistening, and a bit reddened, seeming as though she wanted to shed tears yet didn''t.


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    N/A


    "Ah¡ª"


    "Captain, why did you just try to take my phone?" Xiaoya whispered.


    .....


    "Why are you guys acting like this? Even last night, Captain said I was dumb." Xiaoya then continued, "I''m expected to improve by three hundred places this semester compared to my last, you know?!"


    Xiaya relied solely on curage when she ran there, but once she saw Lu Xiaobei''s face, her entire being had calmed and her reason had returned, making her reply simply, "I don''t know."


    Xiaoya: "No, I haven''t."


    Lu Xiaobei stroked her chin, with her then asking, "How could you not know."


    "Hey, dinner''s ready!" Xiaoya''s mother just thought the two girls were playing around, giving her no real reason to be suspicious. "Go wash up the come out, alright." After saying this, she turned and left.


    Mo Yichen: "What do you think?"


    Xiaoya stared at her textbook seriously, but only gossip left her lips: "Yeah. Then after we had dinner, she talked with my mother about life, about ideals, then she went back home."


    "Captain, why did you just try to take my phone?" Xiaoya whispered.


    Mo Yichen: "But... why does it sound a though you don''t want to study the sciences? I heard the biology teacher and chemistry teachers talking about you that day, they said you have a lot of potential, and that if you work hard in your second year you might be able to secure a place in a 985 universityT/n: Project 985, are State created elite universities, Fudan University, mentioned in the C9 "Ivy League colleges" is one of them.."


    Xiaoya: "I wanted to see you, so I just came."


    "Our teacher told us the schedule for the college entrance exams and we have the day before the exams off." Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Can we go hang out together on that day? It should be a Thursday, so you can ask your teacher for sick leave and if you want to tell your folks, you can, but if you don''t, you won''t. So you want to go?"


    "Yes, yes, yes. I know." Mo Yichen replied mechanically.


    Xiaoya: "No, I haven''t."


    Xiaoya was so flustered, she forgot her priorities towards Lu Xiaobei and yelled: "Heyyy¡ª Get off! I can''t give this to you."


    "Why are you curious about something like that? It was just your average friend coming over to hang out situation, not a ''meet the parents''T/n: bring your partner home to meet the folks for the first time. one."


    "That is a good reason." After this, Lu Xiaobei no longer pushed the matter.


    Gradually, Lu Xiaobei''s infatuation filled eyes focused, the faint traces of blue within them, a blue resembling the sky as well as the sea, fading away into the darkness.


    Xiaoya doesn;t have the type of personality that''s suited for pressuring her with questions. The more you ask her, the more she''d dwell on it, and be even more unwilling to talk. But if you keep your distance, she''d would be willing to share her thoughts with you instead.


    Her words made Xiaoya''s hands ball into fists, tightly holding them while her eyes remained fixed on the table and not a word leaving her lips.


    Mo Yichen then stated, frost in her tone, "But at that time, Captain would already have her own career, a partner, and even a child. You say you''re will to go across the see to find her, but even if you are in the same city, or the same street, she might not have the time to accompany you."


    Xiaoya: "No, I haven''t."


    Xiaoya then defended: "It''s not dumb, it''s convenient. Now, come on, let''s go eat dinner."


    Lu Xiaobei then immediately sprang forward, causing both her and Xiaoya to tumble on the bed, saying, "Where did you hide my stuff?" while at the same time trying to grab the phone behind Xiaoya''s back.


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    "It''s actually a good thing you came. I have something I want to ask you." Seeing the doubt in Xiaoya''s eyes, Lu Xiaobei then asked, "For all these years you''ve been in school, have you ever skipped a class?"


    Second Update


    "Ah¡ª"


    "The liberal arts classes are in another building, and after school the exit will be from the back. So unless we go out of our own way, it''s unlikely we''d run into one another." Mo Yichen then added: "This is only a supposition. But does Captain leaving only feel like a regular parting of friends? Is it just like when you were separated from your junior high school friends? Never meeting again, or only seeing one another two to three times a year."


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    Xiaoya: "No, I haven''t."


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    Is it possible you don''t want those things? I''m willing to give you tons of love¡ªall of my love, so we can always be together, forever. Just me, no one else.


    Without looking behind her, Lu Xiaobei simply stated, "When you''re with me, you have to get used to it."


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    "Our teacher told us the schedule for the college entrance exams and we have the day before the exams off." Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Can we go hang out together on that day? It should be a Thursday, so you can ask your teacher for sick leave and if you want to tell your folks, you can, but if you don''t, you won''t. So you want to go?"


    Xiaoya then defended: "It''s not dumb, it''s convenient. Now, come on, let''s go eat dinner."


    Lu Xiaobei knocked him on the head, saying, "Focus on studying properly, the exam is only a few days away."


    Xiaoya suddenly realised it, saying, "I was almost caught just now?" After saying this, she again hid her phone in the tissue box.


    Is it possible you don''t want those things? I''m willing to give you tons of love¡ªall of my love, so we can always be together, forever. Just me, no one else.


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    Xiaoya doesn;t have the type of personality that''s suited for pressuring her with questions. The more you ask her, the more she''d dwell on it, and be even more unwilling to talk. But if you keep your distance, she''d would be willing to share her thoughts with you instead.


    "Yes, yes, yes. I know." Mo Yichen replied mechanically.


    Xiaoya didn''t needto think about it at all, replying, "I want to go. I don''t want to tell my family either. Lets go everywhere."


    N/A


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    "Ah¡ª"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, saying, "Is there anything else?"


    Mo Yichen then stated, frost in her tone, "But at that time, Captain would already have her own career, a partner, and even a child. You say you''re will to go across the see to find her, but even if you are in the same city, or the same street, she might not have the time to accompany you."


    "Yes, yes, yes. I know." Mo Yichen replied mechanically.


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    I want to repay you with even betting things in return. I want you see how I''m feeling right now, so what do I do?


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    Xiaoya suddenly realised it, saying, "I was almost caught just now?" After saying this, she again hid her phone in the tissue box.


    There was no doubt in XIaoya''s heart who the answer to this question was, but she didn''t want to hurt Mo Yichen''s feelings, and so replied: "It''s different! You and I will just be in different classes, but still in the same school. Captain... Captain will be going really really far away from me."


    "That is a good reason." After this, Lu Xiaobei no longer pushed the matter.


    Without looking behind her, Lu Xiaobei simply stated, "When you''re with me, you have to get used to it."


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, saying, "Is there anything else?"


    Xiaoya then said: "You should go back, class will be starting soon. I need time to get back to my floor too." Xiaoya''s school had six floors, and the first years, second years and third years all took up two floors each. There are six classes on each floor, and in the smaller Liberal Arts building next door, it can only fit four classes.


    "The liberal arts classes are in another building, and after school the exit will be from the back. So unless we go out of our own way, it''s unlikely we''d run into one another." Mo Yichen then added: "This is only a supposition. But does Captain leaving only feel like a regular parting of friends? Is it just like when you were separated from your junior high school friends? Never meeting again, or only seeing one another two to three times a year."


    This made Xiaoya zip her lips, giving the silent treatment for a while. But she couldn''t hold it, turning to Mo Yichen to ask, "Yichen, are you going to chose the arts of sciences courses next semester?"


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    But just then, two knocks sounded outside Xiaoya''s door and Xiaoya''s mother called out to them, "Xiaoya, Lu Xiaobei, dinner''s ready."


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    Lu Xiaobei was happy Xiaoya had come to visit her of her own accord, but she also knew Xiaoya wasn''t the type to go visit the temple for no reason, so she quietly asked the student around her to let her pass.


    ?¡ó?


    The "back door door god" then chimed, "Pre-exam is the peak season for confessions, you know?"


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    Xiaoya kept her eyes glued to Lu Xiaobei as she entered her classroom, past the noisy and quarrelling classmates around her, then back to her seat at the centre of the class. She didn''t want to move a single step from her position, wanting to stay there and continue watching her like that.


    "I mean, is it like just ordinary friends leaving each other? Imagine if it was like we''ll never be by your side again, and you''d be living alone without one of us forever. Wo''d you miss then?"


    The "back door door god" then chimed, "Pre-exam is the peak season for confessions, you know?"


    Lu Xiaobei knocked him on the head, saying, "Focus on studying properly, the exam is only a few days away."


    Xiaoya: "What difference in her status is there?"


    The "back door door god" then chimed, "Pre-exam is the peak season for confessions, you know?"


    .....


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, saying, "Is there anything else?"


    "Why are you guys acting like this? Even last night, Captain said I was dumb." Xiaoya then continued, "I''m expected to improve by three hundred places this semester compared to my last, you know?!"


    Lu Xiaobei then immediately sprang forward, causing both her and Xiaoya to tumble on the bed, saying, "Where did you hide my stuff?" while at the same time trying to grab the phone behind Xiaoya''s back.


    "Why are you guys acting like this? Even last night, Captain said I was dumb." Xiaoya then continued, "I''m expected to improve by three hundred places this semester compared to my last, you know?!"


    Xiaoya then said: "You should go back, class will be starting soon. I need time to get back to my floor too." Xiaoya''s school had six floors, and the first years, second years and third years all took up two floors each. There are six classes on each floor, and in the smaller Liberal Arts building next door, it can only fit four classes.


    Mo Yichen then asked: "I''m curious about one thing though, was that the first time your mom and Captain met?"


    Lu Xiaobei simply ignored him, walking back to the middle of the classroom.


    Mo Yichen: "Why didn''t you say that? I didn''t chose one as yet. You''re going to be separated from Captain too."


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    Second Update


    .....


    Xiaoya remained silent, feeling Mo Yichen''s questions were too unreasonable. What if she only meets with the captain only two or three times a year? She felt as though her questions involved problems she had never once considered.


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    Xiaoya kept her eyes glued to Lu Xiaobei as she entered her classroom, past the noisy and quarrelling classmates around her, then back to her seat at the centre of the class. She didn''t want to move a single step from her position, wanting to stay there and continue watching her like that.


    "So... with both the Captain and I leaving, is there any difference in how you feel towards us?"


    She didn''t want to just be a passing acquaintance in Lu Xiaobei''s life, neither did she want to be a passing traveller in her gorgeous life. So that in the future, all Lu Xiaobei could recall from her was a vague image.


    Xiaoya was so befuddled she couldn''t say a word.


    It made her scared, terrified, but more than that she was overwhelmed by the anxiety from those burning questions.


    Xiaoya: "No, I haven''t."


    Truthfully, Xiaoya did have something else she wanted to ask the captain right then, she wanted to ask: ''Captain, why are you so good to me?'' As much as Xiaoya was full of gratitude towards her, she also felt something she could not put into words, along with feeling wronged. ''But I want you to always be good to me, so what do I do?''


    "Captain, someone is looking for you!"


    "So it seems you''ll be sending off two friends this summer, yeah?" Mo Yichen asked her.


    "I don''t know. I want to study in the liberal arts field more, but my scores there and with science subjects are pretty similar. For history and other stuff, I rely mostly on the books I read occasionally, and never listened properly in class. But with science classes..." Xiaoya sighed before she continued, "If I choose liberal arts, I''ll be separated from you."


    .....


    Lu Xiaobei walked straight outside, asking: "What''s wrong?" Xiaoya''s eyes were glistening, and a bit reddened, seeming as though she wanted to shed tears yet didn''t.


    Xiaoya straightforwardly replied, "Your classmates are all poking their heads out the window, and some are staring at you."


    "Captain, someone is looking for you!"


    I want to repay you with even betting things in return. I want you see how I''m feeling right now, so what do I do?


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya: "No, I haven''t."


    Lu Xiaobei was still lying on the bed, one arm resting on the bed, propping her up, while the other was hooked around Xiaoya''s waist. Two pairs of eyes were locked with one another, and because Xiaoya was worked up and agitated not too long ago, her cheeks were all red and her hair was messy.


    Mo Yichen said there would come a day where you''ll have a career, a partner and maybe even a child.


    Lu Xiaobei turned her head to look, the door handle twisting before opening by a crack. After feeling a gust of breeze, Xiaoya hid the phone behind her, using her body to block it.


    Mo Yichen said there would come a day where you''ll have a career, a partner and maybe even a child.


    As soon as the bell rang, Mo Yichen saw Xiaoya sprint out the class like a whirlwind.


    Xiaoya was so flustered, she forgot her priorities towards Lu Xiaobei and yelled: "Heyyy¡ª Get off! I can''t give this to you."


    After Lu Xiaobei returned to her class, the third year "door god"T/n: door god is just the nickname for the kid guarding the door. Based on actual door guardians who guard doors against evil spirits. He might be a sturdy looking guy too. looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "Captain, is the girl who came to find you a first year or second year? She''s really pretty! Does she have a boyfriend?"


    Is it possible you don''t want those things? I''m willing to give you tons of love¡ªall of my love, so we can always be together, forever. Just me, no one else.


    Xiaoya then said: "You should go back, class will be starting soon. I need time to get back to my floor too." Xiaoya''s school had six floors, and the first years, second years and third years all took up two floors each. There are six classes on each floor, and in the smaller Liberal Arts building next door, it can only fit four classes.

 CH 23

    A red sports car with upwards opening doors, a beautiful woman wearing sunglasses... in addition to the delicious looking cups of coffee, on that street¡ªduring peak early morning traffic¡ªa peculiar scene was formed.


    The boatman smiled, replying to her, "You''re still young, you won''t understand."


    While they were on the boat ride, the boatman told them all about the town of Tongxin. "The commercial street at the centre of the town there, that''s called Tongxin Street and it''s the most prominent place here in our town. On that street, the sign outside the hundred-year-old shop there, that''s sign is no lie, it''s completely legitimate. The shop''s been running for many years."


    Lu Xiaobei: "When it gets closer to noon thing will start getting more lively."


    The boatman then brought Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei around the lake, when they got off the boat, Xiaoya smiled at the boatman and waved him goodbye, and Lu Xiaobei gave him an extra tip. At first the boatman thought she had given him the wrong amount of money so he tried to give it back to her but she explained: "It''s money for boat ride and money for the stories. I didn''t give the wrong amount. Thank you very much."


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at her, replying, "Nope. I saw them this morning." Even through her sunglasses, Xiaoya could feel Lu Xiaobei''s teasing.


    "Yeah, I do. I always wanted to come here," Xiaoya muttered.


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    Holding her chin in her hands, Xiaoya said: "The way it is now is much better. I rather have fewer places on the street to have fun than for it to be crowded." Xiaoys dragged her fingers against the clear water, adding: "It''s been so long since I last sat in a boat. The boats in the lake at the centre of the city back home look really fun, but they are way to expensive and there always so many people."


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    "No, no." Xiaoya opened the door herself and sat down, buckling her seatbelt, "It''s just my first time riding in a sports car."


    "Is this what you meant by coming to pick me up?" Walking towards her, Xiaoya asked.


    Lu Xiaobei then stopped a small boat, then after negotiating with the boatman for the price, she and Xiaoya boarded the boat.


    The boatman smiled, replying to her, "You''re still young, you won''t understand."


    N/A


    Little by little, Xiaoya sipped her coffee. The taste of the matcha concealing coffee''s bitterness, every one of her taste buds comforted by the savoury and mellow flavour. But, after the flood of sweetness overflowing in her mouth, only a faint bitterness remained. This feeling... was reminiscent of that joy of hers: more beautiful than anything else in the beginning, but, after a second taste, it was tinged with traces of bitterness.


    The Township of Tongxin


    Lu Xiaobei then stopped a small boat, then after negotiating with the boatman for the price, she and Xiaoya boarded the boat.


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    Lifting her sunglasses, Lu Xiaobei asked in turn: "Why, gorgeous? Want me to open the door for you?"


    The Township of Tongxin


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei then noticed the stuffed school bag in Xiaoya''s hands, asking, "Did you bring all your school books?"


    For those past few days, this thought kept lingering in her mind without a rest, so much so it made her now ask: "Lu Xiaobei, do you like me?"


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    Xiaoya picked up the coffee, it was in a light brown nice-looking paper cup, and it had a sleeve around it to prevent her from burning her hands. She then asked, "Where did you buy this coffee? I thought you would''ve brought me milk tea."


    "No, no." Xiaoya opened the door herself and sat down, buckling her seatbelt, "It''s just my first time riding in a sports car."


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    "Don''t worry, I''m an excellent driver," Lu Xiaobei said to comfort her.


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at her, replying, "Nope. I saw them this morning." Even through her sunglasses, Xiaoya could feel Lu Xiaobei''s teasing.


    But Xiaoya grabbed the seatbelt stiffly, explaining, "No, it''s not that. I just... don''t usually like buckling these, some seatbelts are dirty, you know?" Hesitating once more, Xiaoya then added, "But... Captain, your birthday was only two months ago, and we meet up everyday apart from the weekends, so have you really gotten your driver''s license already?"


    "Don''t worry, I''m an excellent driver," Lu Xiaobei said to comfort her.


    A sky seeming to be bathed in blue, a small town etched in antiquity, and a lake so clear it sparked like crystals. All Xiaoya could think of right then, was of this time... this place... was how close it was to being her paradise¡ªthe world of her dreams.


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    "Today''s my first official dateT/n: the date could just be any appointment. (we know it really is a date date though *wink wink*) with you Captain, I was a bit excited. But, Captain, if you saw my messages, does it mean you weren''t asleep either?" Xiaoya asked.


    Little by little, Xiaoya sipped her coffee. The taste of the matcha concealing coffee''s bitterness, every one of her taste buds comforted by the savoury and mellow flavour. But, after the flood of sweetness overflowing in her mouth, only a faint bitterness remained. This feeling... was reminiscent of that joy of hers: more beautiful than anything else in the beginning, but, after a second taste, it was tinged with traces of bitterness.


    N/A


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    With Xiaoya then asking: "Then can you explain it to me? If you do, I''ll understand then."


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    Lu Xiaobei simply turned the staring wheel, driving away from the city to the suburbs.


    Lu Xiaobei then noticed the stuffed school bag in Xiaoya''s hands, asking, "Did you bring all your school books?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "When it gets closer to noon thing will start getting more lively."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. Even though I asked my teacher for leave I couldn''t dare tell my mom and dad. So, in order to avoid letting everything slip, I had to go through all the regular motions."


    In response, Xiaoya half joked, "I''m not scared. If I''m with you, Captain, I wouldn''t be scared even if we eloped."


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    Lu Xiaobei parked the car, walking with her into the town. "Do you like it?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "The coffee on the left is yours. I put matcha in it, you''ll like it."


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    Xiaoya picked up the coffee, it was in a light brown nice-looking paper cup, and it had a sleeve around it to prevent her from burning her hands. She then asked, "Where did you buy this coffee? I thought you would''ve brought me milk tea."


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    "Aren''t you going to ask me where I''m taking you? Aren''t you scared you''ll be sold?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. Even though I asked my teacher for leave I couldn''t dare tell my mom and dad. So, in order to avoid letting everything slip, I had to go through all the regular motions."


    Lu Xiaobei then stopped a small boat, then after negotiating with the boatman for the price, she and Xiaoya boarded the boat.


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya all the way under the Tongxin Tree.


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    "Today''s my first official dateT/n: the date could just be any appointment. (we know it really is a date date though *wink wink*) with you Captain, I was a bit excited. But, Captain, if you saw my messages, does it mean you weren''t asleep either?" Xiaoya asked.


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s hand, taking her for a stroll around the town.


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    Boatman: "At the end of the street, there''s also a tree called Tongxin Tree. They say that if a guy fancies himself a girl, he would head on down to the temple, get himself a wooden name tag and write down her name on it, tie a ribbon on it, then hang it right there on that tree. It''s done to bless her and protect her all her life."


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    Boatman: "At the end of the street, there''s also a tree called Tongxin Tree. They say that if a guy fancies himself a girl, he would head on down to the temple, get himself a wooden name tag and write down her name on it, tie a ribbon on it, then hang it right there on that tree. It''s done to bless her and protect her all her life."


    The boatman then brought Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei around the lake, when they got off the boat, Xiaoya smiled at the boatman and waved him goodbye, and Lu Xiaobei gave him an extra tip. At first the boatman thought she had given him the wrong amount of money so he tried to give it back to her but she explained: "It''s money for boat ride and money for the stories. I didn''t give the wrong amount. Thank you very much."


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at her, replying, "Nope. I saw them this morning." Even through her sunglasses, Xiaoya could feel Lu Xiaobei''s teasing.


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    Xiaoya picked up the coffee, it was in a light brown nice-looking paper cup, and it had a sleeve around it to prevent her from burning her hands. She then asked, "Where did you buy this coffee? I thought you would''ve brought me milk tea."


    "Aren''t you going to ask me where I''m taking you? Aren''t you scared you''ll be sold?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    "Today''s my first official dateT/n: the date could just be any appointment. (we know it really is a date date though *wink wink*) with you Captain, I was a bit excited. But, Captain, if you saw my messages, does it mean you weren''t asleep either?" Xiaoya asked.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei simply turned the staring wheel, driving away from the city to the suburbs.


    Little by little, Xiaoya sipped her coffee. The taste of the matcha concealing coffee''s bitterness, every one of her taste buds comforted by the savoury and mellow flavour. But, after the flood of sweetness overflowing in her mouth, only a faint bitterness remained. This feeling... was reminiscent of that joy of hers: more beautiful than anything else in the beginning, but, after a second taste, it was tinged with traces of bitterness.


    While they were on the boat ride, the boatman told them all about the town of Tongxin. "The commercial street at the centre of the town there, that''s called Tongxin Street and it''s the most prominent place here in our town. On that street, the sign outside the hundred-year-old shop there, that''s sign is no lie, it''s completely legitimate. The shop''s been running for many years."


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    In response, Xiaoya half joked, "I''m not scared. If I''m with you, Captain, I wouldn''t be scared even if we eloped."


    While they were on the boat ride, the boatman told them all about the town of Tongxin. "The commercial street at the centre of the town there, that''s called Tongxin Street and it''s the most prominent place here in our town. On that street, the sign outside the hundred-year-old shop there, that''s sign is no lie, it''s completely legitimate. The shop''s been running for many years."


    Lu Xiaobei simply turned the staring wheel, driving away from the city to the suburbs.


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    Xiaoya turned her gaze to Tongxin Street in the distance, saying: "That is true, it''s all up to our own will."


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    Lu Xiaobei: "The coffee on the left is yours. I put matcha in it, you''ll like it."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, who had remained silent all this while, feeling afraid that the joke she had just made ended up revealing her own inner thoughts. So, for a moment, she did not speak either.


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    Tongxin was only a half hour away from where she lived, but she had never been there, but she had heard it''s name from time to time. The ancient town had small bridges built over its streams, a gathering of craftsmen selling on its commercial streets, never before seen local snacks, and uniquely styled homestays...


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    Lu Xiaobei then stopped a small boat, then after negotiating with the boatman for the price, she and Xiaoya boarded the boat.


    Xiaoya looked at the name of the town inscribed boldly on the plaque, stunned.


    Little by little, Xiaoya sipped her coffee. The taste of the matcha concealing coffee''s bitterness, every one of her taste buds comforted by the savoury and mellow flavour. But, after the flood of sweetness overflowing in her mouth, only a faint bitterness remained. This feeling... was reminiscent of that joy of hers: more beautiful than anything else in the beginning, but, after a second taste, it was tinged with traces of bitterness.


    "Yeah, I do. I always wanted to come here," Xiaoya muttered.


    After they left the boat, Xiaoya saw that big tree at the end of the street, it made her curious, so she scampered over. As she did so, her shoes crunched over the fallen leaves.


    Lu Xiaobei: "The coffee on the left is yours. I put matcha in it, you''ll like it."


    Tongxin Town


    For those past few days, this thought kept lingering in her mind without a rest, so much so it made her now ask: "Lu Xiaobei, do you like me?"


    Tongxin Town


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    Lu Xiaobei: "When it gets closer to noon thing will start getting more lively."


    Boatman: "At the end of the street, there''s also a tree called Tongxin Tree. They say that if a guy fancies himself a girl, he would head on down to the temple, get himself a wooden name tag and write down her name on it, tie a ribbon on it, then hang it right there on that tree. It''s done to bless her and protect her all her life."


    The Township of Tongxin


    Xiaoya turned her gaze to Tongxin Street in the distance, saying: "That is true, it''s all up to our own will."


    Xiaoya looked at the name of the town inscribed boldly on the plaque, stunned.


    Little by little, Xiaoya sipped her coffee. The taste of the matcha concealing coffee''s bitterness, every one of her taste buds comforted by the savoury and mellow flavour. But, after the flood of sweetness overflowing in her mouth, only a faint bitterness remained. This feeling... was reminiscent of that joy of hers: more beautiful than anything else in the beginning, but, after a second taste, it was tinged with traces of bitterness.


    Lu Xiaobei parked the car, walking with her into the town. "Do you like it?"


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    In response, Xiaoya half joked, "I''m not scared. If I''m with you, Captain, I wouldn''t be scared even if we eloped."


    Lu Xiaobei parked the car, walking with her into the town. "Do you like it?"


    Tongxin was only a half hour away from where she lived, but she had never been there, but she had heard it''s name from time to time. The ancient town had small bridges built over its streams, a gathering of craftsmen selling on its commercial streets, never before seen local snacks, and uniquely styled homestays...


    Lu Xiaobei: "The coffee on the left is yours. I put matcha in it, you''ll like it."


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at her, replying, "Nope. I saw them this morning." Even through her sunglasses, Xiaoya could feel Lu Xiaobei''s teasing.


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    Not understanding, Xiaoya asked: "That kind of thing, shouldn''t it be used to pray for your love to last forever? Why are they only praying for a safe and peaceful life?"


    Xiaoya never expected for Lu Xiaobei to take her there, "Tongxin Town..."


    For those past few days, this thought kept lingering in her mind without a rest, so much so it made her now ask: "Lu Xiaobei, do you like me?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. Even though I asked my teacher for leave I couldn''t dare tell my mom and dad. So, in order to avoid letting everything slip, I had to go through all the regular motions."


    Tongxin Town


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    Lu Xiaobei parked the car, walking with her into the town. "Do you like it?"


    Not understanding, Xiaoya asked: "That kind of thing, shouldn''t it be used to pray for your love to last forever? Why are they only praying for a safe and peaceful life?"


    "Don''t worry, I''m an excellent driver," Lu Xiaobei said to comfort her.


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    With Xiaoya then asking: "Then can you explain it to me? If you do, I''ll understand then."


    "Aren''t you going to ask me where I''m taking you? Aren''t you scared you''ll be sold?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    "Yeah, I do. I always wanted to come here," Xiaoya muttered.


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at her, replying, "Nope. I saw them this morning." Even through her sunglasses, Xiaoya could feel Lu Xiaobei''s teasing.


    Lifting her sunglasses, Lu Xiaobei asked in turn: "Why, gorgeous? Want me to open the door for you?"


    Xiaoya never expected for Lu Xiaobei to take her there, "Tongxin Town..."


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s hand, taking her for a stroll around the town.


    Xiaoya never expected for Lu Xiaobei to take her there, "Tongxin Town..."


    Lu Xiaobei simply turned the staring wheel, driving away from the city to the suburbs.


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    It was still early, so only a few shops were open. So every time Xiaoya found an open shop, she looked as though she won a prize. But there was still not that many stores open, so not long after, they had already reached the end of the street.


    "Aren''t you going to ask me where I''m taking you? Aren''t you scared you''ll be sold?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Holding her chin in her hands, Xiaoya said: "The way it is now is much better. I rather have fewer places on the street to have fun than for it to be crowded." Xiaoys dragged her fingers against the clear water, adding: "It''s been so long since I last sat in a boat. The boats in the lake at the centre of the city back home look really fun, but they are way to expensive and there always so many people."


    Lu Xiaobei parked the car, walking with her into the town. "Do you like it?"


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    "Aren''t you going to ask me where I''m taking you? Aren''t you scared you''ll be sold?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Tongxin was only a half hour away from where she lived, but she had never been there, but she had heard it''s name from time to time. The ancient town had small bridges built over its streams, a gathering of craftsmen selling on its commercial streets, never before seen local snacks, and uniquely styled homestays...


    In response, Xiaoya half joked, "I''m not scared. If I''m with you, Captain, I wouldn''t be scared even if we eloped."


    Lu Xiaobei then stopped a small boat, then after negotiating with the boatman for the price, she and Xiaoya boarded the boat.


    "No, no." Xiaoya opened the door herself and sat down, buckling her seatbelt, "It''s just my first time riding in a sports car."


    Lu Xiaobei: "When it gets closer to noon thing will start getting more lively."


    "Is this what you meant by coming to pick me up?" Walking towards her, Xiaoya asked.


    "Don''t worry, I''m an excellent driver," Lu Xiaobei said to comfort her.


    Lu Xiaobei started the car, while she answered, "I didn''t buy it, I made it for you this morning before I came here. Last night, in the wee hours of the morning, I saw you were still messaging on Facebook, did you think I didn''t know?"


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    Holding her chin in her hands, Xiaoya said: "The way it is now is much better. I rather have fewer places on the street to have fun than for it to be crowded." Xiaoys dragged her fingers against the clear water, adding: "It''s been so long since I last sat in a boat. The boats in the lake at the centre of the city back home look really fun, but they are way to expensive and there always so many people."


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    A sky seeming to be bathed in blue, a small town etched in antiquity, and a lake so clear it sparked like crystals. All Xiaoya could think of right then, was of this time... this place... was how close it was to being her paradise¡ªthe world of her dreams.


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    "No, no." Xiaoya opened the door herself and sat down, buckling her seatbelt, "It''s just my first time riding in a sports car."


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    After they left the boat, Xiaoya saw that big tree at the end of the street, it made her curious, so she scampered over. As she did so, her shoes crunched over the fallen leaves.


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    While they were on the boat ride, the boatman told them all about the town of Tongxin. "The commercial street at the centre of the town there, that''s called Tongxin Street and it''s the most prominent place here in our town. On that street, the sign outside the hundred-year-old shop there, that''s sign is no lie, it''s completely legitimate. The shop''s been running for many years."


    Boatman: "At the end of the street, there''s also a tree called Tongxin Tree. They say that if a guy fancies himself a girl, he would head on down to the temple, get himself a wooden name tag and write down her name on it, tie a ribbon on it, then hang it right there on that tree. It''s done to bless her and protect her all her life."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. Even though I asked my teacher for leave I couldn''t dare tell my mom and dad. So, in order to avoid letting everything slip, I had to go through all the regular motions."


    Xiaoya picked up the coffee, it was in a light brown nice-looking paper cup, and it had a sleeve around it to prevent her from burning her hands. She then asked, "Where did you buy this coffee? I thought you would''ve brought me milk tea."


    The boatman then brought Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei around the lake, when they got off the boat, Xiaoya smiled at the boatman and waved him goodbye, and Lu Xiaobei gave him an extra tip. At first the boatman thought she had given him the wrong amount of money so he tried to give it back to her but she explained: "It''s money for boat ride and money for the stories. I didn''t give the wrong amount. Thank you very much."


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s hand, taking her for a stroll around the town.


    Boatman: "At the end of the street, there''s also a tree called Tongxin Tree. They say that if a guy fancies himself a girl, he would head on down to the temple, get himself a wooden name tag and write down her name on it, tie a ribbon on it, then hang it right there on that tree. It''s done to bless her and protect her all her life."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya all the way under the Tongxin Tree.


    Xiaoya never expected for Lu Xiaobei to take her there, "Tongxin Town..."


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    The Township of Tongxin


    Holding her chin in her hands, Xiaoya said: "The way it is now is much better. I rather have fewer places on the street to have fun than for it to be crowded." Xiaoys dragged her fingers against the clear water, adding: "It''s been so long since I last sat in a boat. The boats in the lake at the centre of the city back home look really fun, but they are way to expensive and there always so many people."


    Not understanding, Xiaoya asked: "That kind of thing, shouldn''t it be used to pray for your love to last forever? Why are they only praying for a safe and peaceful life?"


    A red sports car with upwards opening doors, a beautiful woman wearing sunglasses... in addition to the delicious looking cups of coffee, on that street¡ªduring peak early morning traffic¡ªa peculiar scene was formed.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. Even though I asked my teacher for leave I couldn''t dare tell my mom and dad. So, in order to avoid letting everything slip, I had to go through all the regular motions."


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    Lu Xiaobei then noticed the stuffed school bag in Xiaoya''s hands, asking, "Did you bring all your school books?"


    Lu Xiaobei simply turned the staring wheel, driving away from the city to the suburbs.


    A red sports car with upwards opening doors, a beautiful woman wearing sunglasses... in addition to the delicious looking cups of coffee, on that street¡ªduring peak early morning traffic¡ªa peculiar scene was formed.


    While they were on the boat ride, the boatman told them all about the town of Tongxin. "The commercial street at the centre of the town there, that''s called Tongxin Street and it''s the most prominent place here in our town. On that street, the sign outside the hundred-year-old shop there, that''s sign is no lie, it''s completely legitimate. The shop''s been running for many years."


    The boatman smiled, replying to her, "You''re still young, you won''t understand."


    Xiaoya looked at Lu Xiaobei, who had remained silent all this while, feeling afraid that the joke she had just made ended up revealing her own inner thoughts. So, for a moment, she did not speak either.


    After they left the boat, Xiaoya saw that big tree at the end of the street, it made her curious, so she scampered over. As she did so, her shoes crunched over the fallen leaves.


    "Don''t worry, I''m an excellent driver," Lu Xiaobei said to comfort her.


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya all the way under the Tongxin Tree.


    Xiaoya turned her gaze to Tongxin Street in the distance, saying: "That is true, it''s all up to our own will."


    N/A


    "Yeah, I do. I always wanted to come here," Xiaoya muttered.


    With Xiaoya then asking: "Then can you explain it to me? If you do, I''ll understand then."


    It was still early, so only a few shops were open. So every time Xiaoya found an open shop, she looked as though she won a prize. But there was still not that many stores open, so not long after, they had already reached the end of the street.


    But Xiaoya grabbed the seatbelt stiffly, explaining, "No, it''s not that. I just... don''t usually like buckling these, some seatbelts are dirty, you know?" Hesitating once more, Xiaoya then added, "But... Captain, your birthday was only two months ago, and we meet up everyday apart from the weekends, so have you really gotten your driver''s license already?"


    Lifting her sunglasses, Lu Xiaobei asked in turn: "Why, gorgeous? Want me to open the door for you?"


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at her, replying, "Nope. I saw them this morning." Even through her sunglasses, Xiaoya could feel Lu Xiaobei''s teasing.


    It was still early, so only a few shops were open. So every time Xiaoya found an open shop, she looked as though she won a prize. But there was still not that many stores open, so not long after, they had already reached the end of the street.


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    Tongxin Town


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    Xiaoya looked at the name of the town inscribed boldly on the plaque, stunned.


    "Aren''t you going to ask me where I''m taking you? Aren''t you scared you''ll be sold?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    The Township of Tongxin


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    Lifting her sunglasses, Lu Xiaobei asked in turn: "Why, gorgeous? Want me to open the door for you?"


    The Township of Tongxin


    Xiaoya turned her gaze to Tongxin Street in the distance, saying: "That is true, it''s all up to our own will."


    Lu Xiaobei hurried after her, "Slow down a bit, your shoelaces are untied, be careful."


    Lu Xiaobei simply turned the staring wheel, driving away from the city to the suburbs.


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    The boatman then brought Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei around the lake, when they got off the boat, Xiaoya smiled at the boatman and waved him goodbye, and Lu Xiaobei gave him an extra tip. At first the boatman thought she had given him the wrong amount of money so he tried to give it back to her but she explained: "It''s money for boat ride and money for the stories. I didn''t give the wrong amount. Thank you very much."


    A sky seeming to be bathed in blue, a small town etched in antiquity, and a lake so clear it sparked like crystals. All Xiaoya could think of right then, was of this time... this place... was how close it was to being her paradise¡ªthe world of her dreams.


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    "Don''t worry, I''m an excellent driver," Lu Xiaobei said to comfort her.


    The boatman: "You loving one person for you whole life, that sort of thing is your business and yours alone. What''s that got to do with tying a name tag on a tree? Him loving you is only his business, it''s possible he''ll even tie a name tag for another girl, so will it be possible for the Tongxin Tree to promise all three people''s love to last? The only thing that we have no control over is our health and our safety. That''s the only thing we can pray to that old tree for."


    A red sports car with upwards opening doors, a beautiful woman wearing sunglasses... in addition to the delicious looking cups of coffee, on that street¡ªduring peak early morning traffic¡ªa peculiar scene was formed.


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    A red sports car with upwards opening doors, a beautiful woman wearing sunglasses... in addition to the delicious looking cups of coffee, on that street¡ªduring peak early morning traffic¡ªa peculiar scene was formed.


    After they left the boat, Xiaoya saw that big tree at the end of the street, it made her curious, so she scampered over. As she did so, her shoes crunched over the fallen leaves.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. Even though I asked my teacher for leave I couldn''t dare tell my mom and dad. So, in order to avoid letting everything slip, I had to go through all the regular motions."


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    But Xiaoya grabbed the seatbelt stiffly, explaining, "No, it''s not that. I just... don''t usually like buckling these, some seatbelts are dirty, you know?" Hesitating once more, Xiaoya then added, "But... Captain, your birthday was only two months ago, and we meet up everyday apart from the weekends, so have you really gotten your driver''s license already?"


    But Xiaoya grabbed the seatbelt stiffly, explaining, "No, it''s not that. I just... don''t usually like buckling these, some seatbelts are dirty, you know?" Hesitating once more, Xiaoya then added, "But... Captain, your birthday was only two months ago, and we meet up everyday apart from the weekends, so have you really gotten your driver''s license already?"


    "Yeah, I do. I always wanted to come here," Xiaoya muttered.


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s hand, taking her for a stroll around the town.


    Lu Xiaobei hurried after her, "Slow down a bit, your shoelaces are untied, be careful."


    Xiaoya turned her gaze to Tongxin Street in the distance, saying: "That is true, it''s all up to our own will."


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    Lu Xiaobei then noticed the stuffed school bag in Xiaoya''s hands, asking, "Did you bring all your school books?"


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    It was still early, so only a few shops were open. So every time Xiaoya found an open shop, she looked as though she won a prize. But there was still not that many stores open, so not long after, they had already reached the end of the street.


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    The boatman smiled, replying to her, "You''re still young, you won''t understand."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya all the way under the Tongxin Tree.


    Lifting her sunglasses, Lu Xiaobei asked in turn: "Why, gorgeous? Want me to open the door for you?"


    Not understanding, Xiaoya asked: "That kind of thing, shouldn''t it be used to pray for your love to last forever? Why are they only praying for a safe and peaceful life?"


    Lifting her sunglasses, Lu Xiaobei asked in turn: "Why, gorgeous? Want me to open the door for you?"


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    It was such a huge tree, it would take four full-size adults to hug around its trunk. Xiaoya touched it, feeling the bark under her fingertips, "It looks like it could be hundreds of years old." Lifting her head, she gazed at the lush green leaves, the little lights on the ground shining through their gaps to hit the ground.


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "I''m moved by Captain''s beautiful and flirtatious words. It''s good you can drive."


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    Tongxin Town


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    For those past few days, this thought kept lingering in her mind without a rest, so much so it made her now ask: "Lu Xiaobei, do you like me?"


    Xiaoya slowed down, but she didn''t bother tying them, instead saying: "I''ll be careful, don''t worry."


    "The Tongxing Tree can help you live a long life, and if you two will it, you can love each other until you''re old."


    "...my god!" Xiaoya, wearing a book bag on her back, stood on the pavement while staring at Lu Xiaobei, who wasn''t too far away, while shock was plastered on her face, her jaw dropped.


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    After they left the boat, Xiaoya saw that big tree at the end of the street, it made her curious, so she scampered over. As she did so, her shoes crunched over the fallen leaves.


    "Is this what you meant by coming to pick me up?" Walking towards her, Xiaoya asked.


    Lu Xiaobei: "The coffee on the left is yours. I put matcha in it, you''ll like it."


    Boatman: "At the end of the street, there''s also a tree called Tongxin Tree. They say that if a guy fancies himself a girl, he would head on down to the temple, get himself a wooden name tag and write down her name on it, tie a ribbon on it, then hang it right there on that tree. It''s done to bless her and protect her all her life."


    Lu Xiaobei: "When it gets closer to noon thing will start getting more lively."


    For those past few days, this thought kept lingering in her mind without a rest, so much so it made her now ask: "Lu Xiaobei, do you like me?"


    Xiaoya felt the cushion of the seat beneath her, as she held the coffee in her hand, unable to help from staring at Lu Xiaobei driving beside her while not at all able to fathom why she was doing such a crazy thing. Lu Xiaobei had her college entrance exams the next day, yet she came out to have a date with her. All of this, too, when she had especially been feeling nothing but restlessness for a reason she couldn''t quite put into words.


    "Hey, you should always wear your seatbelts when other people are driving." Lu Xiaobei then added, "I learned to drive at the end of the previous year while in the Netherlands, but I only got my license in this country last weekend. But I made sure to eventake the Grade Four examT/n: aka Subject 4, is the last (and not technically necessary) part of China''s driving examination. Even passing the first two levels is a difficult, so there''s some context. in order to drive you around safely. Are you moved now?"


    The boatman smiled, replying to her, "You''re still young, you won''t understand."


    Right then, there was only one thought in Xiaoya''s head. Captain, why are you so god to me?


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    ...huh?! What did she just say?!


    Lu Xiaobei parked the car, walking with her into the town. "Do you like it?"


    Holding her chin in her hands, Xiaoya said: "The way it is now is much better. I rather have fewer places on the street to have fun than for it to be crowded." Xiaoys dragged her fingers against the clear water, adding: "It''s been so long since I last sat in a boat. The boats in the lake at the centre of the city back home look really fun, but they are way to expensive and there always so many people."


    Tongxin Town


    The boatman then brought Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei around the lake, when they got off the boat, Xiaoya smiled at the boatman and waved him goodbye, and Lu Xiaobei gave him an extra tip. At first the boatman thought she had given him the wrong amount of money so he tried to give it back to her but she explained: "It''s money for boat ride and money for the stories. I didn''t give the wrong amount. Thank you very much."


    Lu Xiaobei squatted down as she did this, tying her shoe. Her movement where so smooth and swift, Xiaoya had little time to react.

 CH 24

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    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    Lowering her head, Xiaoya placed a soft kiss on Lu Xiaobei''s lips, "Lu Xiaobei, I don''t know if you like me or not, but I like you. I want to us to give it a shot, I want us to love each other until we''re old."


    When Xiaoya saw Lu Xiaobei writing her name, she asked confusedly, "What are you doing?"


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    When Xiaoya saw Lu Xiaobei writing her name, she asked confusedly, "What are you doing?"


    Under that Tongxin Tree, where everything seemed like an island cut off from the rest of the world, there was no one else, the only ones who existed was them.


    This was a discussion between two equal souls.


    When Xiaoya saw Lu Xiaobei writing her name, she asked confusedly, "What are you doing?"


    Lu Xiaobei dropped a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, then handed her a wooden name tag.


    Lu Xiaobei then took the two two wooden name tags in her hand, looked for a sturdy and high branch, then used her strength to throw it. The ribbon got stuck on the the branch, the card on either side of it helping to keep it balanced.


    But, in that moment, the feeling of being touched welling in her chest was just so overwhelming, she could no longer pretend nothing had happened; nor could she just sit there and watch while the distance between them grew greater.


    Her heart pounded so hard it felt as though it was about to leap from her chest.


    From beside her, Lu Xiaobei pulled out a red ribbon, replying, "Here, help me." Xiaoya used her left hand to match with Lu Xiaobei''s right, both of them using the ribbon to tie the two name tags together.


    What Lu Xiaobei had said before was right, she was an impetuous person. There won''t ever be someone who knows her as well as Lu Xiaobei, and she will never again love any person in the same way, or as deeply, as she does Lu Xiaobei.


    From the squatting position Lu Xiaobei was in to tie the laces, she lifted her head slightly, the shock on her face as clear as day. Xiaoya was well aware that once this matter was brought up, there was no undoing it, that once she took the first step, their relationship could never return to what it was before.


    N/A


    Every organ in Xiaoya''s body, every single cell inside of her was screaming and jumping for joy. She finally faced her feelings and found the person she loves.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    Lowering her head, Xiaoya placed a soft kiss on Lu Xiaobei''s lips, "Lu Xiaobei, I don''t know if you like me or not, but I like you. I want to us to give it a shot, I want us to love each other until we''re old."


    At the same time she felt all of this, that heart of hers was also filled with terror. It was as if she was waiting to be tried, one to dictate her love in this world.


    But, in that moment, the feeling of being touched welling in her chest was just so overwhelming, she could no longer pretend nothing had happened; nor could she just sit there and watch while the distance between them grew greater.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring at Lu Xiaobei in a daze. It looked like he had yet to recover from that kiss. Lu Xiaobei then thought bitterly: You dummy, it was clearly you who made the first move.


    Lu Xiaobei then took the two two wooden name tags in her hand, looked for a sturdy and high branch, then used her strength to throw it. The ribbon got stuck on the the branch, the card on either side of it helping to keep it balanced.


    At first, Xiaoya was stunned at her answer, and felt she had asked a stupid question. But later when she realized it, she said, "I also want to write one. The person I like is a girl too."


    Every second she waited felt like countless centuries.


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    "So, are we finally together?"


    Lu Xiaobei then took the two two wooden name tags in her hand, looked for a sturdy and high branch, then used her strength to throw it. The ribbon got stuck on the the branch, the card on either side of it helping to keep it balanced.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    "Praying for you," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Tongxin Tree


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    She put great care into every stroke, as if she was trying to pour all her blessings, along with all her love within each character.


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    And after all her waiting, Xiaoya got the answer she was waiting for. It wasn''t a nod, neither was it a shake of the head, nor was it a yes or a no, instead it came in the form of a kiss.


    Every second she waited felt like countless centuries.


    ?¡ó?


    This was a discussion between two equal souls.


    Lu Xiaobei dropped a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, then handed her a wooden name tag.


    Lowering her head, Xiaoya placed a soft kiss on Lu Xiaobei''s lips, "Lu Xiaobei, I don''t know if you like me or not, but I like you. I want to us to give it a shot, I want us to love each other until we''re old."


    At first, Xiaoya was stunned at her answer, and felt she had asked a stupid question. But later when she realized it, she said, "I also want to write one. The person I like is a girl too."


    "So you were listened to what the boatman and I were talking about. But... isn''t it something you do for the girl you like?" Xiaoya asked.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    To which Lu Xiaobei, with her eyes shining and a smile able to move someone on her face replied, "Yes, that''s true, and the person I like is a girl."


    What Lu Xiaobei had said before was right, she was an impetuous person. There won''t ever be someone who knows her as well as Lu Xiaobei, and she will never again love any person in the same way, or as deeply, as she does Lu Xiaobei.


    Her heart pounded so hard it felt as though it was about to leap from her chest.


    What Lu Xiaobei had said before was right, she was an impetuous person. There won''t ever be someone who knows her as well as Lu Xiaobei, and she will never again love any person in the same way, or as deeply, as she does Lu Xiaobei.


    "You asked whether or not I liked you."


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    Every organ in Xiaoya''s body, every single cell inside of her was screaming and jumping for joy. She finally faced her feelings and found the person she loves.


    This was a discussion between two equal souls.


    Lu Xiaobei dropped a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, then handed her a wooden name tag.


    What Lu Xiaobei had said before was right, she was an impetuous person. There won''t ever be someone who knows her as well as Lu Xiaobei, and she will never again love any person in the same way, or as deeply, as she does Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya looked at the numerous tags belonging to others on the branches, feeling puzzled, asked, "How did everybody else get their tags hung on those branches? Did they climb the tree?"


    But Xiaoya wasn''t left handed, and those three characters she wrote were still a bit crooked. Xiaoya thought about getting another wooden strip to replace it, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "The first one is fine."


    At the same time she felt all of this, that heart of hers was also filled with terror. It was as if she was waiting to be tried, one to dictate her love in this world.


    The first step she made was heaven, but the next step was hell.


    "So, are we finally together?"


    The two still had their hands clasped, but Xiaoya didn''t want to let go. Instead, she chose to used her left hand in order to write Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    Seeing this sort of bashfulness on the other girl, Lu Xiaobei wanted to tease her, but she didn''t have the heart to part with her just yet. Using her free hand, she picked up the wooden name tag, writing on it.


    The first step she made was heaven, but the next step was hell.


    "So, are we finally together?"


    Red clouds, ones more delicate than spring''s blossoms, ones more brilliant than a summer''s bloom, found themselves on Xiaoya''s cheeks.


    At the same time she felt all of this, that heart of hers was also filled with terror. It was as if she was waiting to be tried, one to dictate her love in this world.


    "So, are we finally together?"


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    Her heart pounded so hard it felt as though it was about to leap from her chest.


    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    And after all her waiting, Xiaoya got the answer she was waiting for. It wasn''t a nod, neither was it a shake of the head, nor was it a yes or a no, instead it came in the form of a kiss.


    The two still had their hands clasped, but Xiaoya didn''t want to let go. Instead, she chose to used her left hand in order to write Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    The first step she made was heaven, but the next step was hell.


    But, in that moment, the feeling of being touched welling in her chest was just so overwhelming, she could no longer pretend nothing had happened; nor could she just sit there and watch while the distance between them grew greater.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    Unlike the light one she had given, like a dragonfly skimming on the water, this one was wet, a kiss which lingered.


    At the same time she felt all of this, that heart of hers was also filled with terror. It was as if she was waiting to be tried, one to dictate her love in this world.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    Under that Tongxin Tree, where everything seemed like an island cut off from the rest of the world, there was no one else, the only ones who existed was them.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring at Lu Xiaobei in a daze. It looked like he had yet to recover from that kiss. Lu Xiaobei then thought bitterly: You dummy, it was clearly you who made the first move.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    "You asked whether or not I liked you."


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    Under that Tongxin Tree, where everything seemed like an island cut off from the rest of the world, there was no one else, the only ones who existed was them.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    To which Lu Xiaobei, with her eyes shining and a smile able to move someone on her face replied, "Yes, that''s true, and the person I like is a girl."


    At the same time she felt all of this, that heart of hers was also filled with terror. It was as if she was waiting to be tried, one to dictate her love in this world.


    ?¡ó?


    To which Lu Xiaobei, with her eyes shining and a smile able to move someone on her face replied, "Yes, that''s true, and the person I like is a girl."


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    Red clouds, ones more delicate than spring''s blossoms, ones more brilliant than a summer''s bloom, found themselves on Xiaoya''s cheeks.


    N/A


    This was a discussion between two equal souls.


    "So, are we finally together?"


    "So you were listened to what the boatman and I were talking about. But... isn''t it something you do for the girl you like?" Xiaoya asked.


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    From beside her, Lu Xiaobei pulled out a red ribbon, replying, "Here, help me." Xiaoya used her left hand to match with Lu Xiaobei''s right, both of them using the ribbon to tie the two name tags together.


    Red clouds, ones more delicate than spring''s blossoms, ones more brilliant than a summer''s bloom, found themselves on Xiaoya''s cheeks.


    ?¡ó?


    Tongxin Tree


    Tongxin Tree


    Seeing this sort of bashfulness on the other girl, Lu Xiaobei wanted to tease her, but she didn''t have the heart to part with her just yet. Using her free hand, she picked up the wooden name tag, writing on it.


    But Xiaoya wasn''t left handed, and those three characters she wrote were still a bit crooked. Xiaoya thought about getting another wooden strip to replace it, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "The first one is fine."


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring at Lu Xiaobei in a daze. It looked like he had yet to recover from that kiss. Lu Xiaobei then thought bitterly: You dummy, it was clearly you who made the first move.


    But Xiaoya wasn''t left handed, and those three characters she wrote were still a bit crooked. Xiaoya thought about getting another wooden strip to replace it, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "The first one is fine."


    Unlike the light one she had given, like a dragonfly skimming on the water, this one was wet, a kiss which lingered.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    Every second she waited felt like countless centuries.


    From beside her, Lu Xiaobei pulled out a red ribbon, replying, "Here, help me." Xiaoya used her left hand to match with Lu Xiaobei''s right, both of them using the ribbon to tie the two name tags together.


    When Xiaoya saw Lu Xiaobei writing her name, she asked confusedly, "What are you doing?"


    Unlike the light one she had given, like a dragonfly skimming on the water, this one was wet, a kiss which lingered.


    Xiaoya looked at the numerous tags belonging to others on the branches, feeling puzzled, asked, "How did everybody else get their tags hung on those branches? Did they climb the tree?"


    "Praying for you," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    "Praying for you," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Xiaoya looked at the numerous tags belonging to others on the branches, feeling puzzled, asked, "How did everybody else get their tags hung on those branches? Did they climb the tree?"


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    "So you were listened to what the boatman and I were talking about. But... isn''t it something you do for the girl you like?" Xiaoya asked.


    Every second she waited felt like countless centuries.


    From the squatting position Lu Xiaobei was in to tie the laces, she lifted her head slightly, the shock on her face as clear as day. Xiaoya was well aware that once this matter was brought up, there was no undoing it, that once she took the first step, their relationship could never return to what it was before.


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    She put great care into every stroke, as if she was trying to pour all her blessings, along with all her love within each character.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    Her heart pounded so hard it felt as though it was about to leap from her chest.


    To which Lu Xiaobei, with her eyes shining and a smile able to move someone on her face replied, "Yes, that''s true, and the person I like is a girl."


    Red clouds, ones more delicate than spring''s blossoms, ones more brilliant than a summer''s bloom, found themselves on Xiaoya''s cheeks.


    Every second she waited felt like countless centuries.


    ?¡ó?


    What Lu Xiaobei had said before was right, she was an impetuous person. There won''t ever be someone who knows her as well as Lu Xiaobei, and she will never again love any person in the same way, or as deeply, as she does Lu Xiaobei.


    The first step she made was heaven, but the next step was hell.


    At first, Xiaoya was stunned at her answer, and felt she had asked a stupid question. But later when she realized it, she said, "I also want to write one. The person I like is a girl too."


    Her heart pounded so hard it felt as though it was about to leap from her chest.


    This was the first time Xiaoya had called Lu Xiaobei by her first and last name. It was different than calling her senior, which carried the feeling of unfamiliarity. It was also different from calling her Captain, which carried a feeling of reverence.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    "So you were listened to what the boatman and I were talking about. But... isn''t it something you do for the girl you like?" Xiaoya asked.


    Under that Tongxin Tree, where everything seemed like an island cut off from the rest of the world, there was no one else, the only ones who existed was them.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    What Lu Xiaobei had said before was right, she was an impetuous person. There won''t ever be someone who knows her as well as Lu Xiaobei, and she will never again love any person in the same way, or as deeply, as she does Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei dropped a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, then handed her a wooden name tag.


    But, in that moment, the feeling of being touched welling in her chest was just so overwhelming, she could no longer pretend nothing had happened; nor could she just sit there and watch while the distance between them grew greater.


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    Under that Tongxin Tree, where everything seemed like an island cut off from the rest of the world, there was no one else, the only ones who existed was them.


    From the squatting position Lu Xiaobei was in to tie the laces, she lifted her head slightly, the shock on her face as clear as day. Xiaoya was well aware that once this matter was brought up, there was no undoing it, that once she took the first step, their relationship could never return to what it was before.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring at Lu Xiaobei in a daze. It looked like he had yet to recover from that kiss. Lu Xiaobei then thought bitterly: You dummy, it was clearly you who made the first move.


    The first step she made was heaven, but the next step was hell.


    And after all her waiting, Xiaoya got the answer she was waiting for. It wasn''t a nod, neither was it a shake of the head, nor was it a yes or a no, instead it came in the form of a kiss.


    After the confession, when the owner of these clasped fingers said this, Lu Xiaobei thought it was a bit funny, but she still solemnly replied, "Yes, you''re my girlfriend."


    She put great care into every stroke, as if she was trying to pour all her blessings, along with all her love within each character.


    Seeing this sort of bashfulness on the other girl, Lu Xiaobei wanted to tease her, but she didn''t have the heart to part with her just yet. Using her free hand, she picked up the wooden name tag, writing on it.


    But Xiaoya wasn''t left handed, and those three characters she wrote were still a bit crooked. Xiaoya thought about getting another wooden strip to replace it, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "The first one is fine."


    "You asked whether or not I liked you."


    "You asked whether or not I liked you."


    "So, are we finally together?"


    Xiaoya looked at the numerous tags belonging to others on the branches, feeling puzzled, asked, "How did everybody else get their tags hung on those branches? Did they climb the tree?"


    Lu Xiaobei dropped a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, then handed her a wooden name tag.


    And the burning hot flame scorching her heart made her unable to wait any longer.


    "So you were listened to what the boatman and I were talking about. But... isn''t it something you do for the girl you like?" Xiaoya asked.


    From beside her, Lu Xiaobei pulled out a red ribbon, replying, "Here, help me." Xiaoya used her left hand to match with Lu Xiaobei''s right, both of them using the ribbon to tie the two name tags together.


    iana: Our girls are finally official (?¡ä?`?)


    ?¡ó?


    To which Lu Xiaobei, with her eyes shining and a smile able to move someone on her face replied, "Yes, that''s true, and the person I like is a girl."


    But Xiaoya wasn''t left handed, and those three characters she wrote were still a bit crooked. Xiaoya thought about getting another wooden strip to replace it, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "The first one is fine."


    This was a discussion between two equal souls.


    When Xiaoya saw Lu Xiaobei writing her name, she asked confusedly, "What are you doing?"


    At first, Xiaoya was stunned at her answer, and felt she had asked a stupid question. But later when she realized it, she said, "I also want to write one. The person I like is a girl too."


    Lu Xiaobei then took the two two wooden name tags in her hand, looked for a sturdy and high branch, then used her strength to throw it. The ribbon got stuck on the the branch, the card on either side of it helping to keep it balanced.


    Tongxin Tree


    Every organ in Xiaoya''s body, every single cell inside of her was screaming and jumping for joy. She finally faced her feelings and found the person she loves.


    Lu Xiaobei reached out, tucking a lock of hair behind Xiaoya''s ear, taking the opportunity to press her palm against the tree. Within the crook of her arm, like a timid little bunny unaware of what was about to happen, was Xiaoya. Lu Xiaobei used her other hand to entwine Xiaoya''s fingers into her own, then once more, gently and earnestly, kissed her.


    The two still had their hands clasped, but Xiaoya didn''t want to let go. Instead, she chose to used her left hand in order to write Lu Xiaobei''s name.


    Lu Xiaobei held Xiaoya''s hand, seeing how absent-minded Xiaoya was and unable to stand still, she directly pulled the other girl down to sit on the grass.


    Every organ in Xiaoya''s body, every single cell inside of her was screaming and jumping for joy. She finally faced her feelings and found the person she loves.


    When Xiaoya saw Lu Xiaobei writing her name, she asked confusedly, "What are you doing?"


    Xiaoya, upon seeing this, excitedly jumped, saying, "It got hung up!"


    Lu Xiaobei then took the two two wooden name tags in her hand, looked for a sturdy and high branch, then used her strength to throw it. The ribbon got stuck on the the branch, the card on either side of it helping to keep it balanced.


    From beside her, Lu Xiaobei pulled out a red ribbon, replying, "Here, help me." Xiaoya used her left hand to match with Lu Xiaobei''s right, both of them using the ribbon to tie the two name tags together.


    The first step she made was heaven, but the next step was hell.


    And after all her waiting, Xiaoya got the answer she was waiting for. It wasn''t a nod, neither was it a shake of the head, nor was it a yes or a no, instead it came in the form of a kiss.


    Lu Xiaobei dropped a peck on Xiaoya''s cheek, then handed her a wooden name tag.


    But Xiaoya wasn''t left handed, and those three characters she wrote were still a bit crooked. Xiaoya thought about getting another wooden strip to replace it, but Lu Xiaobei stopped her, saying, "The first one is fine."

 CH 25

    Before the College Entrance Exams


    Xiaoya took out the keys from her back pack, carefully opening the door, poking her head inside, she noticed the shoes on the shoe rack, compared to how they were before she left was...


    Silent oppression, it was enough to break the psychological defence of a guilty person, and XIaoya now sobbed out, "I-I... didn''t want to go to school."


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    "So you''ve come back?" The cold voice of a woman found its way to Xiaoya''s ear.


    Just now, Xiaoya was suddenly agitated just now, but despite it being deliberate, those tears of hers were very much real. There had been many times in her former semester she had left her house and thought about not going to school. She wanted to spend day after day sitting on a park bench, or aimlessly walking around the city again and again...


    Her mother then said, "It''s true he was wrong in how he handled that matter, but after your first year you will most likely never end up in his class again."


    "He''s just putting on an act." Xiaoya said in retort.


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    Before the College Entrance Exams


    Opening the door, her mother stood outside it while her father sat on the living room sofa, the situation seeming as though it wasn''t entirely bad. So, retreating a few steps, Xiaoya allowed her mother to enter.


    Lu Xiaobei: Yes, my dear wife, I did as you decreed!


    Lu Xiaobei: Did you make it home?


    Lu Xiaobei: Did you make it home?


    Xiaoya''s mother was standing in the entryway, her gaze icy as it was locked onto Xiaoya. "Where were you?"


    "He''s just putting on an act." Xiaoya said in retort.


    (a) I went to school


    Xiaoya crouched herself on the floor, burying her face within her arms. Please, please don''t find out about me and Lu Xiaobei. Xiaoya would rather have her own blood spilt and never wished for the person she loved to suffer any kind of hurt.


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    Lu Xiaobei: Yes, my dear wife, I did as you decreed!


    (b) Because I felt sick, I went to the hospital on my own.


    Xiaoya covered her face, choking with sobs as she spoke, "You guys have no idea what I go through at school! Mr. Nan set up a spy in the class to report every little thing back to him, and everyone thinks it''s me¡ªthey all talk behind my back..."


    Lu Xiaobei: Why aren''t you calling me by my name?


    She just thought that her mother knew her too well, she she definitely wouldn''t be able to resist the woman''s interrogation.


    "So you''ve come back?" The cold voice of a woman found its way to Xiaoya''s ear.


    Xiaoya: No, not yet.


    But she replied, "No, I''m not hungry."


    "He''s just putting on an act." Xiaoya said in retort.


    (c) I was out having fun.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, nodding. "Okay. Saying it out loud would be better."


    Those three answers lingered inside Xiaoya''s mind, all of them fighting against the other. If Xiaoya wanted her conscience to be at ease, she would''ve just told the truth from the get go. But... she and Lu Xiaobei had only just confessed they felt the same way, and she didn''t really dare say more.


    Thinking of her budding love, of her mother finding out, all Xiaoya felt was guilty and afraid. She couldn''t say anything and before she knew it, giant blobs of tears started leaving her eyes.


    Unlike usual, her mother didn''t didn''t try to persuade her into coming out to eat. Instead she left the room, closing the door behind her, giving her daughter some space.


    N/A


    With her back against the door, Xiaoya sat there quietly. Sniffing her nose, she could only wonder, Mom didn''t find out about Lu Xiaobei, did she?


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    Her mother then said, "It''s true he was wrong in how he handled that matter, but after your first year you will most likely never end up in his class again."


    She won''t know about it, right? When Lu Xiaobei came over last time, she didn''t find any clues, right?


    She just thought that her mother knew her too well, she she definitely wouldn''t be able to resist the woman''s interrogation.


    Lu Xiaobei: Why aren''t you calling me by my name?


    Xiaoya: No, not yet.


    Leaning back on the door, she heard her father''s return, followed by the sounds of him and her mother talking. She pressed her ear against the door, wanting to know what they were saying, but her efforts were of no use.


    Thinking of her budding love, of her mother finding out, all Xiaoya felt was guilty and afraid. She couldn''t say anything and before she knew it, giant blobs of tears started leaving her eyes.


    Apart from Lu Xiaobei, this was her biggest secret, and the mark it left couldn''t be removed from her heart.


    Xiaoya''s mother stood there, silently, she had no words.


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    Xiaoya cried out loudly. It was her biggest source of unhappiness, her root cause of her depression an pain. "Nobody trusts me, nobody hangs out with me, they don''t even talk to me! Every day at that school was pure misery! And you guys... you guys sent gifts to Mr. Nan when I hate him so much."


    "So you''ve come back?" The cold voice of a woman found its way to Xiaoya''s ear.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did you make it home?


    Xiaoya: Yeah, I''m home.


    She won''t know about it, right? When Lu Xiaobei came over last time, she didn''t find any clues, right?


    That there was no one who loved her.


    Or is this only her probing me because she knows I skipped class?


    Xiaoya: Yeah, I''m home.


    Her phone vibrated inside her pocket. Once Xiaoya unlocked the screen, she saw Lu Xiaobei had sent her a message.


    Xiaoya''s mother let out a sigh, but Xiaoya didn''t see it. She had shut her eyes tightly, the deeper pain she felt being hidden.


    Lu Xiaobei: Why aren''t you calling me by my name?


    Xiaoya''s mom: "Go to your room."


    Lu Xiaobei: Why aren''t you calling me by my name?


    "You know, today when Mr. Nan called and said you asked for for sick leave, he was very concerned about you." Her mother added.


    Silent oppression, it was enough to break the psychological defence of a guilty person, and XIaoya now sobbed out, "I-I... didn''t want to go to school."


    Xiaoya''s thumb resting on the screen paused, ''Lu Xiaobei has her college entrance exams tomorrow.''


    Xiaoya covered her face, choking with sobs as she spoke, "You guys have no idea what I go through at school! Mr. Nan set up a spy in the class to report every little thing back to him, and everyone thinks it''s me¡ªthey all talk behind my back..."


    Those three answers lingered inside Xiaoya''s mind, all of them fighting against the other. If Xiaoya wanted her conscience to be at ease, she would''ve just told the truth from the get go. But... she and Lu Xiaobei had only just confessed they felt the same way, and she didn''t really dare say more.


    Thinking of her budding love, of her mother finding out, all Xiaoya felt was guilty and afraid. She couldn''t say anything and before she knew it, giant blobs of tears started leaving her eyes.


    But she replied, "No, I''m not hungry."


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    She won''t know about it, right? When Lu Xiaobei came over last time, she didn''t find any clues, right?


    (b) Because I felt sick, I went to the hospital on my own.


    Xiaoya cried out loudly. It was her biggest source of unhappiness, her root cause of her depression an pain. "Nobody trusts me, nobody hangs out with me, they don''t even talk to me! Every day at that school was pure misery! And you guys... you guys sent gifts to Mr. Nan when I hate him so much."


    Xiaoya was well aware she had escaped a disaster, but for some reason, her heart still felt a bit uneasy.


    Xiaoya crouched herself on the floor, burying her face within her arms. Please, please don''t find out about me and Lu Xiaobei. Xiaoya would rather have her own blood spilt and never wished for the person she loved to suffer any kind of hurt.


    Leaning back on the door, she heard her father''s return, followed by the sounds of him and her mother talking. She pressed her ear against the door, wanting to know what they were saying, but her efforts were of no use.


    Xiaoya changed her shoes, then quickly made her way to her room, shutting the door.


    (b) Because I felt sick, I went to the hospital on my own.


    Xiaoya''s mom: "Go to your room."


    Unlike usual, her mother didn''t didn''t try to persuade her into coming out to eat. Instead she left the room, closing the door behind her, giving her daughter some space.


    Xiaoya changed her shoes, then quickly made her way to her room, shutting the door.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did you make it home?


    With her back against the door, Xiaoya sat there quietly. Sniffing her nose, she could only wonder, Mom didn''t find out about Lu Xiaobei, did she?


    Xiaoya''s mother stood there, silently, she had no words.


    Lu Xiaobei: Yes, my dear wife, I did as you decreed!


    N/A


    Xiaoya covered her face, choking with sobs as she spoke, "You guys have no idea what I go through at school! Mr. Nan set up a spy in the class to report every little thing back to him, and everyone thinks it''s me¡ªthey all talk behind my back..."


    But she replied, "No, I''m not hungry."


    Just now, Xiaoya was suddenly agitated just now, but despite it being deliberate, those tears of hers were very much real. There had been many times in her former semester she had left her house and thought about not going to school. She wanted to spend day after day sitting on a park bench, or aimlessly walking around the city again and again...


    Her mother then said, "It''s true he was wrong in how he handled that matter, but after your first year you will most likely never end up in his class again."


    Just now, Xiaoya was suddenly agitated just now, but despite it being deliberate, those tears of hers were very much real. There had been many times in her former semester she had left her house and thought about not going to school. She wanted to spend day after day sitting on a park bench, or aimlessly walking around the city again and again...


    Her mother then asked, "Do you want to come out and eat"


    "When you first came back, I was pretty mad, you know? I thought you dating or something and skipped school for that. So, for that, I''m sorry." Her mother''s voice sounded very apologetic. "I told your father that as you get older, in the future, there''ll be times where we''ll think you''re making a mistake, but there''s nothing we can do. So if there is anything you''d like to say, you can tell us. Your dad and I will always be on your side."


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    Xiaoya''s mother was standing in the entryway, her gaze icy as it was locked onto Xiaoya. "Where were you?"


    With her back against the door, Xiaoya sat there quietly. Sniffing her nose, she could only wonder, Mom didn''t find out about Lu Xiaobei, did she?


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did your mom and dad come back home yet?


    Xiaoya took out the keys from her back pack, carefully opening the door, poking her head inside, she noticed the shoes on the shoe rack, compared to how they were before she left was...


    Xiaoya crouched herself on the floor, burying her face within her arms. Please, please don''t find out about me and Lu Xiaobei. Xiaoya would rather have her own blood spilt and never wished for the person she loved to suffer any kind of hurt.


    (b) Because I felt sick, I went to the hospital on my own.


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did your mom and dad come back home yet?


    Apart from Lu Xiaobei, this was her biggest secret, and the mark it left couldn''t be removed from her heart.


    Xiaoya took out the keys from her back pack, carefully opening the door, poking her head inside, she noticed the shoes on the shoe rack, compared to how they were before she left was...


    Even now, despite Mo Yichen being in the class with her, and Lu Xiaobei being at school. Both of them always by her side as her best friend and her lover, she would still often times find herself waking up in the middle of the night, after dreaming she was again left all alone.


    She won''t know about it, right? When Lu Xiaobei came over last time, she didn''t find any clues, right?


    That there was no one who loved her.


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    But she replied, "No, I''m not hungry."


    Unlike usual, her mother didn''t didn''t try to persuade her into coming out to eat. Instead she left the room, closing the door behind her, giving her daughter some space.


    "When you first came back, I was pretty mad, you know? I thought you dating or something and skipped school for that. So, for that, I''m sorry." Her mother''s voice sounded very apologetic. "I told your father that as you get older, in the future, there''ll be times where we''ll think you''re making a mistake, but there''s nothing we can do. So if there is anything you''d like to say, you can tell us. Your dad and I will always be on your side."


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    Thinking of her budding love, of her mother finding out, all Xiaoya felt was guilty and afraid. She couldn''t say anything and before she knew it, giant blobs of tears started leaving her eyes.


    Xiaoya: Yeah, I''m home.


    Her phone vibrated inside her pocket. Once Xiaoya unlocked the screen, she saw Lu Xiaobei had sent her a message.


    Xiaoya cried out loudly. It was her biggest source of unhappiness, her root cause of her depression an pain. "Nobody trusts me, nobody hangs out with me, they don''t even talk to me! Every day at that school was pure misery! And you guys... you guys sent gifts to Mr. Nan when I hate him so much."


    She just thought that her mother knew her too well, she she definitely wouldn''t be able to resist the woman''s interrogation.


    Lu Xiaobei: You ran around a lot today so you''ll be tired. Go to sleep early, alright?


    Lu Xiaobei: Did you make it home?


    Xiaoya sputtered out a laugh while at the same time her tears fell on the screen. She was so incredibly happy in that moment, so incredibly scared.


    Xiaoya: Yeah, I''m home.


    Her phone vibrated inside her pocket. Once Xiaoya unlocked the screen, she saw Lu Xiaobei had sent her a message.


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    Lu Xiaobei: Did your mom and dad come back home yet?


    N/A


    That there was no one who loved her.


    With her back against the door, Xiaoya sat there quietly. Sniffing her nose, she could only wonder, Mom didn''t find out about Lu Xiaobei, did she?


    Thinking of her budding love, of her mother finding out, all Xiaoya felt was guilty and afraid. She couldn''t say anything and before she knew it, giant blobs of tears started leaving her eyes.


    Xiaoya crouched herself on the floor, burying her face within her arms. Please, please don''t find out about me and Lu Xiaobei. Xiaoya would rather have her own blood spilt and never wished for the person she loved to suffer any kind of hurt.


    Xiaoya''s thumb resting on the screen paused, ''Lu Xiaobei has her college entrance exams tomorrow.''


    Xiaoya: Alright. Did you brush up on the questions, Captain?


    Xiaoya covered her face, choking with sobs as she spoke, "You guys have no idea what I go through at school! Mr. Nan set up a spy in the class to report every little thing back to him, and everyone thinks it''s me¡ªthey all talk behind my back..."


    Lu Xiaobei: Did you make it home?


    Xiaoya: No, not yet.


    Xiaoya changed her shoes, then quickly made her way to her room, shutting the door.


    Lu Xiaobei: You ran around a lot today so you''ll be tired. Go to sleep early, alright?


    Or is this only her probing me because she knows I skipped class?


    Xiaoya: Yeah, I''m home.


    Just now, Xiaoya was suddenly agitated just now, but despite it being deliberate, those tears of hers were very much real. There had been many times in her former semester she had left her house and thought about not going to school. She wanted to spend day after day sitting on a park bench, or aimlessly walking around the city again and again...


    Xiaoya''s mother was standing in the entryway, her gaze icy as it was locked onto Xiaoya. "Where were you?"


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    Opening the door, her mother stood outside it while her father sat on the living room sofa, the situation seeming as though it wasn''t entirely bad. So, retreating a few steps, Xiaoya allowed her mother to enter.


    (c) I was out having fun.


    Xiaoya: Alright. Did you brush up on the questions, Captain?


    Xiaoya''s mom: "Go to your room."


    Lu Xiaobei: Why aren''t you calling me by my name?


    Her mother then asked, "Do you want to come out and eat"


    Xiaoya: Hey, I asked if you did any revisions!


    It was already past the time for dinner, but no one had come to call her out.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did your mom and dad come back home yet?


    Opening the door, her mother stood outside it while her father sat on the living room sofa, the situation seeming as though it wasn''t entirely bad. So, retreating a few steps, Xiaoya allowed her mother to enter.


    Lu Xiaobei: Yes, my dear wife, I did as you decreed!


    Xiaoya''s mother let out a sigh, but Xiaoya didn''t see it. She had shut her eyes tightly, the deeper pain she felt being hidden.


    Xiaoya sputtered out a laugh while at the same time her tears fell on the screen. She was so incredibly happy in that moment, so incredibly scared.


    With her back against the door, Xiaoya sat there quietly. Sniffing her nose, she could only wonder, Mom didn''t find out about Lu Xiaobei, did she?


    Xiaoya''s mother stood there, silently, she had no words.


    That there was no one who loved her.


    Leaning back on the door, she heard her father''s return, followed by the sounds of him and her mother talking. She pressed her ear against the door, wanting to know what they were saying, but her efforts were of no use.


    (b) Because I felt sick, I went to the hospital on my own.


    Unlike usual, her mother didn''t didn''t try to persuade her into coming out to eat. Instead she left the room, closing the door behind her, giving her daughter some space.


    "You know, today when Mr. Nan called and said you asked for for sick leave, he was very concerned about you." Her mother added.


    It was already past the time for dinner, but no one had come to call her out.


    "So you''ve come back?" The cold voice of a woman found its way to Xiaoya''s ear.


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    She just thought that her mother knew her too well, she she definitely wouldn''t be able to resist the woman''s interrogation.


    Xiaoya''s mother was standing in the entryway, her gaze icy as it was locked onto Xiaoya. "Where were you?"


    Then there arrived a knock on the door, it was light, seeming as though it was one tapping on her own heart.


    Xiaoya covered her face, choking with sobs as she spoke, "You guys have no idea what I go through at school! Mr. Nan set up a spy in the class to report every little thing back to him, and everyone thinks it''s me¡ªthey all talk behind my back..."


    "You know, today when Mr. Nan called and said you asked for for sick leave, he was very concerned about you." Her mother added.


    Then there arrived a knock on the door, it was light, seeming as though it was one tapping on her own heart.


    Opening the door, her mother stood outside it while her father sat on the living room sofa, the situation seeming as though it wasn''t entirely bad. So, retreating a few steps, Xiaoya allowed her mother to enter.


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    Her mother then asked, "Do you want to come out and eat"


    With her back against the door, Xiaoya sat there quietly. Sniffing her nose, she could only wonder, Mom didn''t find out about Lu Xiaobei, did she?


    Even now, despite Mo Yichen being in the class with her, and Lu Xiaobei being at school. Both of them always by her side as her best friend and her lover, she would still often times find herself waking up in the middle of the night, after dreaming she was again left all alone.


    Just now, Xiaoya was suddenly agitated just now, but despite it being deliberate, those tears of hers were very much real. There had been many times in her former semester she had left her house and thought about not going to school. She wanted to spend day after day sitting on a park bench, or aimlessly walking around the city again and again...


    Opening the door, her mother stood outside it while her father sat on the living room sofa, the situation seeming as though it wasn''t entirely bad. So, retreating a few steps, Xiaoya allowed her mother to enter.


    Lu Xiaobei: You ran around a lot today so you''ll be tired. Go to sleep early, alright?


    Xiaoya moved to a corner of her room, she knew her current state didn''t appear all that great, but she didn''t care enough to sort herself out.


    (a) I went to school


    Then there arrived a knock on the door, it was light, seeming as though it was one tapping on her own heart.


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    Xiaoya took out the keys from her back pack, carefully opening the door, poking her head inside, she noticed the shoes on the shoe rack, compared to how they were before she left was...


    Her mother then said, "It''s true he was wrong in how he handled that matter, but after your first year you will most likely never end up in his class again."


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    Then there arrived a knock on the door, it was light, seeming as though it was one tapping on her own heart.


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    Xiaoya: Hey, I asked if you did any revisions!


    Those three answers lingered inside Xiaoya''s mind, all of them fighting against the other. If Xiaoya wanted her conscience to be at ease, she would''ve just told the truth from the get go. But... she and Lu Xiaobei had only just confessed they felt the same way, and she didn''t really dare say more.


    She won''t know about it, right? When Lu Xiaobei came over last time, she didn''t find any clues, right?


    "You know, today when Mr. Nan called and said you asked for for sick leave, he was very concerned about you." Her mother added.


    Xiaoya: No, not yet.


    "He''s just putting on an act." Xiaoya said in retort.


    Even now, despite Mo Yichen being in the class with her, and Lu Xiaobei being at school. Both of them always by her side as her best friend and her lover, she would still often times find herself waking up in the middle of the night, after dreaming she was again left all alone.


    Xiaoya sputtered out a laugh while at the same time her tears fell on the screen. She was so incredibly happy in that moment, so incredibly scared.


    Xiaoya: Yeah, I''m home.


    Her mother then said, "It''s true he was wrong in how he handled that matter, but after your first year you will most likely never end up in his class again."


    But, she was simply too accustomed to following the rules, and had very little courage to attempt anything different.


    Unlike usual, her mother didn''t didn''t try to persuade her into coming out to eat. Instead she left the room, closing the door behind her, giving her daughter some space.


    Apart from Lu Xiaobei, this was her biggest secret, and the mark it left couldn''t be removed from her heart.


    "When you first came back, I was pretty mad, you know? I thought you dating or something and skipped school for that. So, for that, I''m sorry." Her mother''s voice sounded very apologetic. "I told your father that as you get older, in the future, there''ll be times where we''ll think you''re making a mistake, but there''s nothing we can do. So if there is anything you''d like to say, you can tell us. Your dad and I will always be on your side."


    Lu Xiaobei: Yes, my dear wife, I did as you decreed!


    Xiaoya: Alright. Did you brush up on the questions, Captain?


    "Your dad and I talked about what''s going on with you. We think that since you only have one month left in your first high school year you can just endure it until the end. When you get placed in your second year classes, you''ll meet new classmates and can make new friends." Her mother''s voice was very gentle while she spoke, with her then adding, "When you''re a student, you''ll encounter many different things, including being misunderstood by your classmates. Your older cousin that you like so much also went through something like this when she was in middle school. But, just know, that no matter what happens, your dad and I both love you."


    Thinking of her budding love, of her mother finding out, all Xiaoya felt was guilty and afraid. She couldn''t say anything and before she knew it, giant blobs of tears started leaving her eyes.


    Leaning back on the door, she heard her father''s return, followed by the sounds of him and her mother talking. She pressed her ear against the door, wanting to know what they were saying, but her efforts were of no use.


    Xiaoya took out the keys from her back pack, carefully opening the door, poking her head inside, she noticed the shoes on the shoe rack, compared to how they were before she left was...


    "You know, today when Mr. Nan called and said you asked for for sick leave, he was very concerned about you." Her mother added.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, nodding. "Okay. Saying it out loud would be better."


    "When you first came back, I was pretty mad, you know? I thought you dating or something and skipped school for that. So, for that, I''m sorry." Her mother''s voice sounded very apologetic. "I told your father that as you get older, in the future, there''ll be times where we''ll think you''re making a mistake, but there''s nothing we can do. So if there is anything you''d like to say, you can tell us. Your dad and I will always be on your side."


    Apart from Lu Xiaobei, this was her biggest secret, and the mark it left couldn''t be removed from her heart.


    Even now, despite Mo Yichen being in the class with her, and Lu Xiaobei being at school. Both of them always by her side as her best friend and her lover, she would still often times find herself waking up in the middle of the night, after dreaming she was again left all alone.


    Xiaoya''s mother let out a sigh, but Xiaoya didn''t see it. She had shut her eyes tightly, the deeper pain she felt being hidden.


    Xiaoya''s mother was standing in the entryway, her gaze icy as it was locked onto Xiaoya. "Where were you?"


    Xiaoya changed her shoes, then quickly made her way to her room, shutting the door.


    Her mother then asked, "Do you want to come out and eat"


    iana: when her mother said she thought Xiaoya skipped school because she found a lover~... (¡Ñ_¡Ñ;) That woman''s instinct is scary accurate.


    Xiaoya: No, not yet.


    Her mother then asked, "Do you want to come out and eat"


    But she replied, "No, I''m not hungry."


    Xiaoya lowered her head, nodding. "Okay. Saying it out loud would be better."


    She just thought that her mother knew her too well, she she definitely wouldn''t be able to resist the woman''s interrogation.


    But she replied, "No, I''m not hungry."


    Xiaoya moved to a corner of her room, she knew her current state didn''t appear all that great, but she didn''t care enough to sort herself out.


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    Xiaoya lowered her head, nodding. "Okay. Saying it out loud would be better."


    Unlike usual, her mother didn''t didn''t try to persuade her into coming out to eat. Instead she left the room, closing the door behind her, giving her daughter some space.


    Xiaoya: Hey, I asked if you did any revisions!


    Apart from Lu Xiaobei, this was her biggest secret, and the mark it left couldn''t be removed from her heart.


    Just now, Xiaoya was suddenly agitated just now, but despite it being deliberate, those tears of hers were very much real. There had been many times in her former semester she had left her house and thought about not going to school. She wanted to spend day after day sitting on a park bench, or aimlessly walking around the city again and again...


    Apart from Lu Xiaobei, this was her biggest secret, and the mark it left couldn''t be removed from her heart.


    (b) Because I felt sick, I went to the hospital on my own.


    Xiaoya was well aware she had escaped a disaster, but for some reason, her heart still felt a bit uneasy.


    Xiaoya pulled out her keys, and shoved them in her pocket, having no clue what to do with her hands and feet as she spoke, "Mom."


    Xiaoya''s mother stood there, silently, she had no words.


    Before the College Entrance Exams


    Lu Xiaobei: You ran around a lot today so you''ll be tired. Go to sleep early, alright?


    Lu Xiaobei: You ran around a lot today so you''ll be tired. Go to sleep early, alright?

 CH 26

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Lu Xiaobei: "Well, actually, I don''t really care which way or the other where I attend university. So, tell me, is there any particular reason I should chose to go to one here?"


    ?¡ó?


    Even on such a hot summer day, eve with her heart wound up in a tizzy, in that vast crowd, Xiaoya still thought that slender and beautiful was shining.


    Xiaoya: "It''s not the same thing. Besides, when you start university in this country, it''ll be a long time before you can spend time with Aunty."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Do you want to come send me off tomorrow?"


    Xiaoya nodded, burying her head in Lu Xiaobei''s arms.


    Commenter #6:


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Hey, I might not be the best person to answer this question any more. The relationship between my goddess and me is no longer one of purely friendship.


    ?¡ó?


    For the three days of the college entrance exams, to the students sitting them, everything happened in the blink of an eye; but for the parents waiting for them outside, every passing minute¡ªevery passing second, seemed to last an eternity.


    I don''t get it at all.


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    I need to call the OP! I need to call that goddess! OP, can you tell me the goddess'' number so I can call?!


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Hey, I might not be the best person to answer this question any more. The relationship between my goddess and me is no longer one of purely friendship.


    Commenter #6:


    Lu Xiaobei gave her a smile, replying, "It should be alright."


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    Even on such a hot summer day, eve with her heart wound up in a tizzy, in that vast crowd, Xiaoya still thought that slender and beautiful was shining.


    ^You''re not alone either. High school kids are out there finding goddesses and I''m still over here single. The amount of sadness I feel is like the Yellow River, surging endlessly...


    The sort-haired girl then said to Xiaoya, "It''s a good thing I had you to help me, if I had to do this alone... god help me. I seriously never expected it''d be so much work."


    ¡ªFrom the dividing line where those who understand, will naturally understand¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    The short-haired girl then added, "Before in class, some people said you were no good, I''m happy I didn''t totally believe them. I think you''re totally a good person now." When meeting with the parents, she spoke respectfully; and even though the sun was hot, she never once complained.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya''s heart shook momentarily upon hearing her request. If not for her own parents finding out the last time she had skipped, and the trauma she got because of it still being very much there, she would''ve said yes to Lu Xiaobei without a doubt.


    Lu Xiaobei then brushed the hair from Xiaoya''s forehead, asking, "What did you do? Why is your face so red? Did you get sunburned? Didn''t I tell you to apply sunscreen every two hours!"


    Guilty, Xiaoya didn''t dare directly answer Lu Xiaobei, so instead said, "I rubbed some on before I came out earlier, but... then things got super busy for the volunteers." After which, she abruptly changed the topic, "I''m like really hungry. All the school lunch-box had in was cabbage and meatballs, and it tasted like they barely put any salt in, so I didn''t eat much."


    Xiaoya nodded, burying her head in Lu Xiaobei''s arms.


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brow, asking, "Why, is your heart aching for me?"


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brow, asking, "Why, is your heart aching for me?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Who said I was going to university here?"


    The first and the second year students got themselves a rare to come by holiday, so Mo Yichen asked Xiaoya, "Xiangyi and I are going to an amusement park, you want to come?"


    Commenter #1:


    Xiaoya: "I know, I know. Anyway, you should hurry up and sit down, Captain. You''ve been taking exams all day."


    Commenter #8:


    ?¡ó?


    Apart from Xiaoya, there was also a short-haired girl from her class. The two were responsible for reminding the parents who drove to not park their cars on the roadside and disrupt traffic.


    When Xiaoya dragged Lu Xiaobei from the school, she had completely forgotten all about her classmates.


    The sort-haired girl then said to Xiaoya, "It''s a good thing I had you to help me, if I had to do this alone... god help me. I seriously never expected it''d be so much work."


    College Entrance Exams


    I don''t get it at all.


    The short-haired girl then added, "Before in class, some people said you were no good, I''m happy I didn''t totally believe them. I think you''re totally a good person now." When meeting with the parents, she spoke respectfully; and even though the sun was hot, she never once complained.


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Lu Xiaobei gave her a smile, replying, "It should be alright."


    Even though I didn''t want to eat any dog food, knowing the OP really isn''t going to put any does make me a bit upset.


    Towards her, Lu Xiaobei had no other choice, saying, "I know a restaurant not far from the school that''s pretty good. There''s also a pharmacy nearby, we need to put some ointment on your face."


    Commenter #2:


    Lu Xiaobei let out a sad sigh at her answer, then pulled Xiaoya into her embrace, "It''s going to be so long until we can meet each other again. I''ll leave my admission card here with you so you''ll be the first one to tell me any results, okay?"


    It appears as though the goddess kept watch until the moon peeked through the cloudsT/n: To have something good happen after being patient. The god thing in question was her blossoming unrequited love..


    Xiaoya: "You and your mom haven''t seen each other in so long. Plus, you and your mom planned this a long time ago."


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Commenter #7:


    Xiaoya: "You and your mom haven''t seen each other in so long. Plus, you and your mom planned this a long time ago."


    Commenter #6:


    Xiaoya''s head lowered, her eyes brimming with tears, her voice nothing but a whisper, "You... you already know the reason."


    Commenter #3:


    Lu Xiaobei never expected that she and Xiaoya would''ve gotten together so soon, either. Nor that both would end up having to separate right as they just confessed, she didn''t want then to part. "Or, I could just... not go?"


    I need to call the OP! I need to call that goddess! OP, can you tell me the goddess'' number so I can call?!


    Lu Xiaobei, trying to tempt her, then asked, "Want to skip class again like last time?"


    Xiaoya: "No, I''m good. I''m not really in the mood."


    ¡ªFrom the dividing line where those who understand, will naturally understand¡ª


    ^You''re not alone either. High school kids are out there finding goddesses and I''m still over here single. The amount of sadness I feel is like the Yellow River, surging endlessly...


    The short-haired girl kept making small talk while watching the agitated parents and the tired examinees. Suddenly, the short-haired noticed a girl sporting a faux-hawk, lazily carrying a clear pencil case in one hand while the other was stuffed in her pocket. It didn''t seem at all like if she had just come from the battlefield known as the college entrance exams, instead it appeared she had just gone to do some insignificant thing.


    Commenter #4:


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    Guilty, Xiaoya didn''t dare directly answer Lu Xiaobei, so instead said, "I rubbed some on before I came out earlier, but... then things got super busy for the volunteers." After which, she abruptly changed the topic, "I''m like really hungry. All the school lunch-box had in was cabbage and meatballs, and it tasted like they barely put any salt in, so I didn''t eat much."


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Commenter #5:


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    Lu Xiaobei let out a sad sigh at her answer, then pulled Xiaoya into her embrace, "It''s going to be so long until we can meet each other again. I''ll leave my admission card here with you so you''ll be the first one to tell me any results, okay?"


    Sheesh! There''s no dog foodT/n: relationship details, lovey-dovey goodness~!


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya carefully, deep in thought as she said in response, "Yeah, I really don''t understand."


    The first and the second year students got themselves a rare to come by holiday, so Mo Yichen asked Xiaoya, "Xiangyi and I are going to an amusement park, you want to come?"


    Xiaoya had no idea where she found the strength, but the instant she saw Lu Xiaobei, she darted right over.


    Commenter #5:


    Commenter #7:


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brow, asking, "Why, is your heart aching for me?"


    Even though I didn''t want to eat any dog food, knowing the OP really isn''t going to put any does make me a bit upset.


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    Commenter #6:


    Lu Xiaobei gave her a smile, replying, "It should be alright."


    Am I the only who feels this is just them showing off?


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    Commenter #7:


    The first and the second year students got themselves a rare to come by holiday, so Mo Yichen asked Xiaoya, "Xiangyi and I are going to an amusement park, you want to come?"


    ?¡ó?


    The short-haired girl then added, "Before in class, some people said you were no good, I''m happy I didn''t totally believe them. I think you''re totally a good person now." When meeting with the parents, she spoke respectfully; and even though the sun was hot, she never once complained.


    Isn''t Lu Xiaobei our school''s goddess?! How the heck did I never hear about her and Xiaoya knowing each other?! They even seem really close!


    Huh?! Where''s Yu Xiaoya?!


    ^No, you''re not alone. After seeing the OP''s last reply, I knew they were going to get together, but I never expected it to be so quick. Did the goddess make the first move?


    N/A


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya: "It''s not the same thing. Besides, when you start university in this country, it''ll be a long time before you can spend time with Aunty."


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t have it in her to be angry with her, and instead stammered out, "S-so what are you planning to do?"


    Xiaoya had asked Mr. Nan to work as a volunteer during the three days of the college entrance exams, saying she wanted to experience the college entrance exam atmosphere beforehand. But even though Xiaoya applied a bit late, Mr. Nan arranged a post for her out of consideration for the top students.


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Commenter #8:


    ¡ªFrom the dividing line where those who understand, will naturally understand¡ª


    ¡ªFrom the dividing line where those who understand, will naturally understand¡ª


    While looking at the person, the short-haired girl said to Xiaoya, "Have you ever seen her? That''s Lu Xiaobei, she is my goddess! I really hope she can become the top student in our school this year."


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    ?¡ó?


    ^You''re not alone either. High school kids are out there finding goddesses and I''m still over here single. The amount of sadness I feel is like the Yellow River, surging endlessly...


    I don''t get it at all.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya''s head lowered, her eyes brimming with tears, her voice nothing but a whisper, "You... you already know the reason."


    For the three days of the college entrance exams, to the students sitting them, everything happened in the blink of an eye; but for the parents waiting for them outside, every passing minute¡ªevery passing second, seemed to last an eternity.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    The first and the second year students got themselves a rare to come by holiday, so Mo Yichen asked Xiaoya, "Xiangyi and I are going to an amusement park, you want to come?"


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya: "No, I''m good. I''m not really in the mood."


    One by one the students exited the campus. Xiaoya sat up at this time, nervously staring towards the school gate. What the girl beside her was saying, she couldn''t so much as remember, only replying without thinking: "It''s alright."


    "You won''t understand," Xiaoya replied.


    Commenter #6:


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Xiaoya: "You and your mom haven''t seen each other in so long. Plus, you and your mom planned this a long time ago."


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    Xiaoya nodded, burying her head in Lu Xiaobei''s arms.


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Do you want to come send me off tomorrow?"


    "You won''t understand," Xiaoya replied.


    College Entrance Exams


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya carefully, deep in thought as she said in response, "Yeah, I really don''t understand."


    ^You''re not alone either. High school kids are out there finding goddesses and I''m still over here single. The amount of sadness I feel is like the Yellow River, surging endlessly...


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    ¡ªFrom the dividing line where those who understand, will naturally understand¡ª


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Xiaoya''s heart shook momentarily upon hearing her request. If not for her own parents finding out the last time she had skipped, and the trauma she got because of it still being very much there, she would''ve said yes to Lu Xiaobei without a doubt.


    Xiaoya had asked Mr. Nan to work as a volunteer during the three days of the college entrance exams, saying she wanted to experience the college entrance exam atmosphere beforehand. But even though Xiaoya applied a bit late, Mr. Nan arranged a post for her out of consideration for the top students.


    ?¡ó?


    "You won''t understand," Xiaoya replied.


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    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya hadn''t said a word, so while the short-haired girl stared at Lu Xiaobei, she found the time to give a quick glance beside her.


    Apart from Xiaoya, there was also a short-haired girl from her class. The two were responsible for reminding the parents who drove to not park their cars on the roadside and disrupt traffic.


    Xiaoya jerked her head upwards, blurting out, "No."


    Commenter #4:


    The sort-haired girl then said to Xiaoya, "It''s a good thing I had you to help me, if I had to do this alone... god help me. I seriously never expected it''d be so much work."


    Xiaoya jerked her head upwards, blurting out, "No."


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya''s heart shook momentarily upon hearing her request. If not for her own parents finding out the last time she had skipped, and the trauma she got because of it still being very much there, she would''ve said yes to Lu Xiaobei without a doubt.


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Huh?! Where''s Yu Xiaoya?!


    But because there were a lot of private cars coming and going around the school, this task of Xiaoya''s made her mouth dry. Taking her bottle of mineral water, she unscrewed the cap and quickly took a mouthful. However, the only thing on her mind was Lu Xiaobei in that examination room; how the other girl was doing; whether she had anything to drink; whether she was hot...


    The sort-haired girl then said to Xiaoya, "It''s a good thing I had you to help me, if I had to do this alone... god help me. I seriously never expected it''d be so much work."


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    The first and the second year students got themselves a rare to come by holiday, so Mo Yichen asked Xiaoya, "Xiangyi and I are going to an amusement park, you want to come?"


    It appears as though the goddess kept watch until the moon peeked through the cloudsT/n: To have something good happen after being patient. The god thing in question was her blossoming unrequited love..


    "I really jealous of you, you know? Your exams are over and you''re all free, plus, you got an extra long vacation." Xiaoya regained her courage, asking Lu Xiaobei, "So, do you want to go out again on Saturday?"


    Lu Xiaobei gave her a smile, replying, "It should be alright."


    Even on such a hot summer day, eve with her heart wound up in a tizzy, in that vast crowd, Xiaoya still thought that slender and beautiful was shining.


    Xiaoya: "Oh, right."


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    Lu Xiaobei, trying to tempt her, then asked, "Want to skip class again like last time?"


    Commenter #4:


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    The sort-haired girl then said to Xiaoya, "It''s a good thing I had you to help me, if I had to do this alone... god help me. I seriously never expected it''d be so much work."


    Lu Xiaobei carefully applied the ointment to Xiaoya''s face on the places where she was sunburned, scolding her gently, "Only this once, don;t let it happen again, okay?"


    Xiaoya hadn''t said a word, so while the short-haired girl stared at Lu Xiaobei, she found the time to give a quick glance beside her.


    Am I the only who feels this is just them showing off?


    Am I the only who feels this is just them showing off?


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    "I just did what I should, " Xiaoya replied.


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya: "I know, I know. Anyway, you should hurry up and sit down, Captain. You''ve been taking exams all day."


    One by one the students exited the campus. Xiaoya sat up at this time, nervously staring towards the school gate. What the girl beside her was saying, she couldn''t so much as remember, only replying without thinking: "It''s alright."


    Sheesh! There''s no dog foodT/n: relationship details, lovey-dovey goodness~!


    The short-haired girl then added, "Before in class, some people said you were no good, I''m happy I didn''t totally believe them. I think you''re totally a good person now." When meeting with the parents, she spoke respectfully; and even though the sun was hot, she never once complained.


    Xiaoya: "You''re just saying that." Even though those words came out of her mouth, on the inside, Xiaoya did feel her anger dissipate. This made her curse herself, however. So easy to coax.


    One by one the students exited the campus. Xiaoya sat up at this time, nervously staring towards the school gate. What the girl beside her was saying, she couldn''t so much as remember, only replying without thinking: "It''s alright."


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Lu Xiaobei, trying to tempt her, then asked, "Want to skip class again like last time?"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    Even on such a hot summer day, eve with her heart wound up in a tizzy, in that vast crowd, Xiaoya still thought that slender and beautiful was shining.


    It appears as though the goddess kept watch until the moon peeked through the cloudsT/n: To have something good happen after being patient. The god thing in question was her blossoming unrequited love..


    Commenter #7:


    "You won''t understand," Xiaoya replied.


    Sheesh! There''s no dog foodT/n: relationship details, lovey-dovey goodness~!


    Am I the only who feels this is just them showing off?


    Xiaoya: "It''s not the same thing. Besides, when you start university in this country, it''ll be a long time before you can spend time with Aunty."


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    The short-haired girl kept making small talk while watching the agitated parents and the tired examinees. Suddenly, the short-haired noticed a girl sporting a faux-hawk, lazily carrying a clear pencil case in one hand while the other was stuffed in her pocket. It didn''t seem at all like if she had just come from the battlefield known as the college entrance exams, instead it appeared she had just gone to do some insignificant thing.


    For the three days of the college entrance exams, to the students sitting them, everything happened in the blink of an eye; but for the parents waiting for them outside, every passing minute¡ªevery passing second, seemed to last an eternity.


    While looking at the person, the short-haired girl said to Xiaoya, "Have you ever seen her? That''s Lu Xiaobei, she is my goddess! I really hope she can become the top student in our school this year."


    Even though I didn''t want to eat any dog food, knowing the OP really isn''t going to put any does make me a bit upset.


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    For the three days of the college entrance exams, to the students sitting them, everything happened in the blink of an eye; but for the parents waiting for them outside, every passing minute¡ªevery passing second, seemed to last an eternity.


    Hey, I might not be the best person to answer this question any more. The relationship between my goddess and me is no longer one of purely friendship.


    Even on such a hot summer day, eve with her heart wound up in a tizzy, in that vast crowd, Xiaoya still thought that slender and beautiful was shining.


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya carefully, deep in thought as she said in response, "Yeah, I really don''t understand."


    Xiaoya hadn''t said a word, so while the short-haired girl stared at Lu Xiaobei, she found the time to give a quick glance beside her.


    Shocked at her words, Xiaoya asked, "Does that mean you aren''t? Didn''t you say if your exam results are good you''d stay in the country? Did the exam not go well?"


    Huh?! Where''s Yu Xiaoya?!


    "I have classes tomorrow," Xiaoya replied.


    When Xiaoya dragged Lu Xiaobei from the school, she had completely forgotten all about her classmates.


    Xiaoya: "You''re just saying that." Even though those words came out of her mouth, on the inside, Xiaoya did feel her anger dissipate. This made her curse herself, however. So easy to coax.


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    Xiaoya: "You''re just saying that." Even though those words came out of her mouth, on the inside, Xiaoya did feel her anger dissipate. This made her curse herself, however. So easy to coax.


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya had no idea where she found the strength, but the instant she saw Lu Xiaobei, she darted right over.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Who said I was going to university here?"


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    The sort-haired girl then said to Xiaoya, "It''s a good thing I had you to help me, if I had to do this alone... god help me. I seriously never expected it''d be so much work."


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    Xiaoya had no idea where she found the strength, but the instant she saw Lu Xiaobei, she darted right over.


    Apart from Xiaoya, there was also a short-haired girl from her class. The two were responsible for reminding the parents who drove to not park their cars on the roadside and disrupt traffic.


    Commenter #3:


    It appears as though the goddess kept watch until the moon peeked through the cloudsT/n: To have something good happen after being patient. The god thing in question was her blossoming unrequited love..


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    Towards her, Lu Xiaobei had no other choice, saying, "I know a restaurant not far from the school that''s pretty good. There''s also a pharmacy nearby, we need to put some ointment on your face."


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    "You won''t understand," Xiaoya replied.


    Lu Xiaobei gave her a smile, replying, "It should be alright."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''ll be flying out to the capital, then switch flights to the Netherlands."


    But because there were a lot of private cars coming and going around the school, this task of Xiaoya''s made her mouth dry. Taking her bottle of mineral water, she unscrewed the cap and quickly took a mouthful. However, the only thing on her mind was Lu Xiaobei in that examination room; how the other girl was doing; whether she had anything to drink; whether she was hot...


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    N/A


    Mo Yichen hugged her, saying, "Come on... I gave you a hug of encouragement. Why do you seem even more anxious than Captain?"


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    College Entrance Exams


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt at ease, since the captain said it was fine. At the very least, she was in the top ten of her grade at the very least and was expected to be one of the top two.


    Yu Xiaoya''s reply:


    Xiaoya: "You''re just saying that." Even though those words came out of her mouth, on the inside, Xiaoya did feel her anger dissipate. This made her curse herself, however. So easy to coax.


    Commenter #1:


    Lu Xiaobei then brushed the hair from Xiaoya''s forehead, asking, "What did you do? Why is your face so red? Did you get sunburned? Didn''t I tell you to apply sunscreen every two hours!"


    While looking at the person, the short-haired girl said to Xiaoya, "Have you ever seen her? That''s Lu Xiaobei, she is my goddess! I really hope she can become the top student in our school this year."


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    The short-haired girl kept making small talk while watching the agitated parents and the tired examinees. Suddenly, the short-haired noticed a girl sporting a faux-hawk, lazily carrying a clear pencil case in one hand while the other was stuffed in her pocket. It didn''t seem at all like if she had just come from the battlefield known as the college entrance exams, instead it appeared she had just gone to do some insignificant thing.


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya had no idea where she found the strength, but the instant she saw Lu Xiaobei, she darted right over.


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Guilty, Xiaoya didn''t dare directly answer Lu Xiaobei, so instead said, "I rubbed some on before I came out earlier, but... then things got super busy for the volunteers." After which, she abruptly changed the topic, "I''m like really hungry. All the school lunch-box had in was cabbage and meatballs, and it tasted like they barely put any salt in, so I didn''t eat much."


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brow, asking, "Why, is your heart aching for me?"


    Lu Xiaobei, trying to tempt her, then asked, "Want to skip class again like last time?"


    ?¡ó?


    Towards her, Lu Xiaobei had no other choice, saying, "I know a restaurant not far from the school that''s pretty good. There''s also a pharmacy nearby, we need to put some ointment on your face."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt at ease, since the captain said it was fine. At the very least, she was in the top ten of her grade at the very least and was expected to be one of the top two.


    When Xiaoya dragged Lu Xiaobei from the school, she had completely forgotten all about her classmates.


    Lu Xiaobei then brushed the hair from Xiaoya''s forehead, asking, "What did you do? Why is your face so red? Did you get sunburned? Didn''t I tell you to apply sunscreen every two hours!"


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Well, actually, I don''t really care which way or the other where I attend university. So, tell me, is there any particular reason I should chose to go to one here?"


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    Xiaoya: "It''s not the same thing. Besides, when you start university in this country, it''ll be a long time before you can spend time with Aunty."


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    ?¡ó?


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    Isn''t Lu Xiaobei our school''s goddess?! How the heck did I never hear about her and Xiaoya knowing each other?! They even seem really close!


    The short-haired girl kept making small talk while watching the agitated parents and the tired examinees. Suddenly, the short-haired noticed a girl sporting a faux-hawk, lazily carrying a clear pencil case in one hand while the other was stuffed in her pocket. It didn''t seem at all like if she had just come from the battlefield known as the college entrance exams, instead it appeared she had just gone to do some insignificant thing.


    N/A


    The short-haired girl kept making small talk while watching the agitated parents and the tired examinees. Suddenly, the short-haired noticed a girl sporting a faux-hawk, lazily carrying a clear pencil case in one hand while the other was stuffed in her pocket. It didn''t seem at all like if she had just come from the battlefield known as the college entrance exams, instead it appeared she had just gone to do some insignificant thing.


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    After running over to Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya grabbed the other girl''s arms, anxiously asking, "Captain, how was the exam, did you do okay?"


    ?¡ó?


    Isn''t Lu Xiaobei our school''s goddess?! How the heck did I never hear about her and Xiaoya knowing each other?! They even seem really close!


    "I really jealous of you, you know? Your exams are over and you''re all free, plus, you got an extra long vacation." Xiaoya regained her courage, asking Lu Xiaobei, "So, do you want to go out again on Saturday?"


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Even though I didn''t want to eat any dog food, knowing the OP really isn''t going to put any does make me a bit upset.


    ^You''re not alone either. High school kids are out there finding goddesses and I''m still over here single. The amount of sadness I feel is like the Yellow River, surging endlessly...


    Lu Xiaobei carefully applied the ointment to Xiaoya''s face on the places where she was sunburned, scolding her gently, "Only this once, don;t let it happen again, okay?"


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Guilty, Xiaoya didn''t dare directly answer Lu Xiaobei, so instead said, "I rubbed some on before I came out earlier, but... then things got super busy for the volunteers." After which, she abruptly changed the topic, "I''m like really hungry. All the school lunch-box had in was cabbage and meatballs, and it tasted like they barely put any salt in, so I didn''t eat much."


    Lu Xiaobei, trying to tempt her, then asked, "Want to skip class again like last time?"


    Xiaoya: "I know, I know. Anyway, you should hurry up and sit down, Captain. You''ve been taking exams all day."


    Commenter #5:


    When the last exam bell finally rung, Xiaoya and the other girl from her class no longer had to take care of the cars at the school gate, they could no longer control it. The two girls now plopped themselves on a big rock, not minding at all if it was hot as they both couldn''t currently lift even a finger.


    Lu Xiaobei never expected that she and Xiaoya would''ve gotten together so soon, either. Nor that both would end up having to separate right as they just confessed, she didn''t want then to part. "Or, I could just... not go?"


    Commenter #5:


    Xiaoya had no idea where she found the strength, but the instant she saw Lu Xiaobei, she darted right over.


    Commenter #3:


    Lu Xiaobei raised her brow, asking, "Why, is your heart aching for me?"


    Xiaoya had asked Mr. Nan to work as a volunteer during the three days of the college entrance exams, saying she wanted to experience the college entrance exam atmosphere beforehand. But even though Xiaoya applied a bit late, Mr. Nan arranged a post for her out of consideration for the top students.


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Commenter #8:


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Commenter #4:


    Commenter #5:


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    I need to call the OP! I need to call that goddess! OP, can you tell me the goddess'' number so I can call?!


    While looking at the person, the short-haired girl said to Xiaoya, "Have you ever seen her? That''s Lu Xiaobei, she is my goddess! I really hope she can become the top student in our school this year."


    "I really jealous of you, you know? Your exams are over and you''re all free, plus, you got an extra long vacation." Xiaoya regained her courage, asking Lu Xiaobei, "So, do you want to go out again on Saturday?"


    Even on such a hot summer day, eve with her heart wound up in a tizzy, in that vast crowd, Xiaoya still thought that slender and beautiful was shining.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''ll be flying out to the capital, then switch flights to the Netherlands."


    When Xiaoya dragged Lu Xiaobei from the school, she had completely forgotten all about her classmates.


    When the last exam bell finally rung, Xiaoya and the other girl from her class no longer had to take care of the cars at the school gate, they could no longer control it. The two girls now plopped themselves on a big rock, not minding at all if it was hot as they both couldn''t currently lift even a finger.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt at ease, since the captain said it was fine. At the very least, she was in the top ten of her grade at the very least and was expected to be one of the top two.


    I need to call the OP! I need to call that goddess! OP, can you tell me the goddess'' number so I can call?!


    Hey, I might not be the best person to answer this question any more. The relationship between my goddess and me is no longer one of purely friendship.


    Lu Xiaobei never expected that she and Xiaoya would''ve gotten together so soon, either. Nor that both would end up having to separate right as they just confessed, she didn''t want then to part. "Or, I could just... not go?"


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Xiaoya: "Oh, right."


    Am I the only who feels this is just them showing off?


    Lu Xiaobei never expected that she and Xiaoya would''ve gotten together so soon, either. Nor that both would end up having to separate right as they just confessed, she didn''t want then to part. "Or, I could just... not go?"


    Commenter #4:


    Lu Xiaobei: "Who said I was going to university here?"


    ^You''re not alone either. High school kids are out there finding goddesses and I''m still over here single. The amount of sadness I feel is like the Yellow River, surging endlessly...


    Commenter #7:


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya jerked her head upwards, blurting out, "No."


    Hearing something was wrong by the tone of Xiaoya''s voice, Lu Xiaobei realised she had taken her joke too far. She made her way to the other side of the soft chair quickly, hugging Xiaoya, saying apologetically, "I''m sorry, I was wrong. Even if I was planning to not attend university here, for you, I would stay here. If you''re not there, how could I have any fun?"


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Commenter #4:


    Commenter #1:


    Xiaoya: "You and your mom haven''t seen each other in so long. Plus, you and your mom planned this a long time ago."


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    "You won''t understand," Xiaoya replied.


    Xiaoya had asked Mr. Nan to work as a volunteer during the three days of the college entrance exams, saying she wanted to experience the college entrance exam atmosphere beforehand. But even though Xiaoya applied a bit late, Mr. Nan arranged a post for her out of consideration for the top students.


    Commenter #2:


    Commenter #3:


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    Xiaoya''s heart shook momentarily upon hearing her request. If not for her own parents finding out the last time she had skipped, and the trauma she got because of it still being very much there, she would''ve said yes to Lu Xiaobei without a doubt.


    It appears as though the goddess kept watch until the moon peeked through the cloudsT/n: To have something good happen after being patient. The god thing in question was her blossoming unrequited love..


    Commenter #1:


    ?¡ó?


    Commenter #6:


    Xiaoya: "It''s not the same thing. Besides, when you start university in this country, it''ll be a long time before you can spend time with Aunty."


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t have it in her to be angry with her, and instead stammered out, "S-so what are you planning to do?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Who said I was going to university here?"


    Towards her, Lu Xiaobei had no other choice, saying, "I know a restaurant not far from the school that''s pretty good. There''s also a pharmacy nearby, we need to put some ointment on your face."


    Shocked at her words, Xiaoya asked, "Does that mean you aren''t? Didn''t you say if your exam results are good you''d stay in the country? Did the exam not go well?"


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t have it in her to be angry with her, and instead stammered out, "S-so what are you planning to do?"


    Apart from Xiaoya, there was also a short-haired girl from her class. The two were responsible for reminding the parents who drove to not park their cars on the roadside and disrupt traffic.


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Shocked at her words, Xiaoya asked, "Does that mean you aren''t? Didn''t you say if your exam results are good you''d stay in the country? Did the exam not go well?"


    Lu Xiaobei laughed, asking in turn, "No wonder you were so nervous about my exams. Are you scared I''ll leave for the Netherlands if I don''t do well?"


    Sheesh! There''s no dog foodT/n: relationship details, lovey-dovey goodness~!


    Commenter #1:


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    "I really jealous of you, you know? Your exams are over and you''re all free, plus, you got an extra long vacation." Xiaoya regained her courage, asking Lu Xiaobei, "So, do you want to go out again on Saturday?"


    Lu Xiaobei knew she was shy, so with a chuckle, she said nothing further.


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t have it in her to be angry with her, and instead stammered out, "S-so what are you planning to do?"


    Xiaoya hadn''t said a word, so while the short-haired girl stared at Lu Xiaobei, she found the time to give a quick glance beside her.


    That girl the the short hair, still sat there on the big stone, her jaw left hanging as she watch Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya walk further and further away.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Who said I was going to university here?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Well, actually, I don''t really care which way or the other where I attend university. So, tell me, is there any particular reason I should chose to go to one here?"


    When the last exam bell finally rung, Xiaoya and the other girl from her class no longer had to take care of the cars at the school gate, they could no longer control it. The two girls now plopped themselves on a big rock, not minding at all if it was hot as they both couldn''t currently lift even a finger.


    Sheesh! There''s no dog foodT/n: relationship details, lovey-dovey goodness~!


    Hearing this, Xiaoya felt at ease, since the captain said it was fine. At the very least, she was in the top ten of her grade at the very least and was expected to be one of the top two.


    Commenter #5:


    ^No, you''re not alone. After seeing the OP''s last reply, I knew they were going to get together, but I never expected it to be so quick. Did the goddess make the first move?


    Xiaoya''s head lowered, her eyes brimming with tears, her voice nothing but a whisper, "You... you already know the reason."


    Xiaoya: "No, I''m good. I''m not really in the mood."


    Hearing something was wrong by the tone of Xiaoya''s voice, Lu Xiaobei realised she had taken her joke too far. She made her way to the other side of the soft chair quickly, hugging Xiaoya, saying apologetically, "I''m sorry, I was wrong. Even if I was planning to not attend university here, for you, I would stay here. If you''re not there, how could I have any fun?"


    N/A


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    The short-haired girl then added, "Before in class, some people said you were no good, I''m happy I didn''t totally believe them. I think you''re totally a good person now." When meeting with the parents, she spoke respectfully; and even though the sun was hot, she never once complained.


    Parents saw the two young girls running all over the place, panting, so it was not easy to make things difficult, and most cooperated and paired their cars further away.


    Xiaoya: "You''re just saying that." Even though those words came out of her mouth, on the inside, Xiaoya did feel her anger dissipate. This made her curse herself, however. So easy to coax.


    Commenter #1:


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Do you want to come send me off tomorrow?"


    Commenter #2:


    "I have classes tomorrow," Xiaoya replied.


    "I really jealous of you, you know? Your exams are over and you''re all free, plus, you got an extra long vacation." Xiaoya regained her courage, asking Lu Xiaobei, "So, do you want to go out again on Saturday?"


    Xiaoya didn''t answer, only twirling the the straw she held in her hand around in her drink.


    Lu Xiaobei: "She has a lot of friends over there, she''s living a full life."


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    Guilty, Xiaoya didn''t dare directly answer Lu Xiaobei, so instead said, "I rubbed some on before I came out earlier, but... then things got super busy for the volunteers." After which, she abruptly changed the topic, "I''m like really hungry. All the school lunch-box had in was cabbage and meatballs, and it tasted like they barely put any salt in, so I didn''t eat much."


    Lu Xiaobei, trying to tempt her, then asked, "Want to skip class again like last time?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Who said I was going to university here?"


    Xiaoya: "You''re just saying that." Even though those words came out of her mouth, on the inside, Xiaoya did feel her anger dissipate. This made her curse herself, however. So easy to coax.


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s heart shook momentarily upon hearing her request. If not for her own parents finding out the last time she had skipped, and the trauma she got because of it still being very much there, she would''ve said yes to Lu Xiaobei without a doubt.


    ^No, you''re not alone. After seeing the OP''s last reply, I knew they were going to get together, but I never expected it to be so quick. Did the goddess make the first move?


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."


    Xiaoya: "It''s not the same thing. Besides, when you start university in this country, it''ll be a long time before you can spend time with Aunty."


    Lu Xiaobei let out a sad sigh at her answer, then pulled Xiaoya into her embrace, "It''s going to be so long until we can meet each other again. I''ll leave my admission card here with you so you''ll be the first one to tell me any results, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei then asked, "Do you want to come send me off tomorrow?"


    Xiaoya nodded, burying her head in Lu Xiaobei''s arms.


    "I just did what I should, " Xiaoya replied.


    Xiaoya jerked her head upwards, blurting out, "No."


    Xiaoya''s head lowered, her eyes brimming with tears, her voice nothing but a whisper, "You... you already know the reason."


    Lu Xiaobei felt her sleeves grew a bit damp, but she pretended not to notice it, only urging the one in her arms, "I''ll be thinking about you every day, and I''ll message you everyday, alright? After I''m over there, there''ll be a six-hour difference between us, and when that time comes, I''ll even be able to watch you sleep every night..."


    But instead, she replied, "No, I can''t. I have to go to class."

 CH 27

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Xiaoya had replied: "But what if I only end up as a low-level clerk in the future, I wouldn''t be able to afford a car, not to mention a house."


    Xiaoya put down the textbook, looking at Mr Nan. Mr Nan the said, "Before the first class come see me at my office."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    Xiaoya: "I still haven''t decided, but I''m leaning towards liberal arts."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am. Almost sure about it too."


    Mr. Nan opened the door as he asked, "Yu Xiaoya, your sophomore grade will be divided into liberal arts and the sciences, what are your plans?"


    Xiaoya: Why does it feel like you''re showing off?


    Yu Xiaoya replies:


    Mr. Nan: "I''ll be in charge of a second grade class next year, too, I was promoted one grade up as well as being put in charge of an honours class. You can continue being in my class, you have made a great amount of progress this semester and I think your true potential is far from being tapped. So as long as you follow my steps, in a year, you can definitely get into a 985 (elite university). You haven''t decided as of now, but you can make your decision earlier¡ªwait, what... you''re thinking of choosing liberal arts?!"


    Hearing Mo Yichen read from her textbook, understanding her message, Xiaoya looked to the doorway of the class, Mr Nan had come in. Flipping through her Chinese textbook, Xiaoya found a page with some classical literature and began reading too.


    The girl from the same class: "I heard you walked together hand in hand, Captain is very kind, isn''t she, right! Before, there were a lot of people on the forum who said Captain wasn''t east to get close to. Looks like that was just a bunch of lies."


    When I see some of the comments a lot of you guys left before now, I get an idea of just how slow I was. As for when exactly my goddess started liking me, or why she likes me, I still haven''t asked her as yet. We just got together not that long ago, so there are a lot of things we still haven''t asked or said yet. But we have a long time ahead of us, a very very long time, and it''ll be more than enough for us to ask and tell each other whatever we want to say.


    Another girl: "Um, even though this is a little sudden, the thing is, at the end of the term, there''ll be a class party thrown in our class so... can you maybe ask Captain to come?"


    Xiaoya lifted her head, looking up to see two girls surrounding her, warm smiles hanging on their faces, their eyes twinkling with cunning. "Do you know the Captain?"


    One of the girls then responded: "Lu Xiaobei, in grade three, she was the former Student Union president. The seniors all used t call her ''Captain''."


    I never thought I''d come back to leave a response here, but... a lot of you messaged me privately, so I''ll say just a bit more.


    Xiaoya walked out the office after giving a couple perfunctory yeses in response.


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei told me the school is always in need of teachers for their village exchange programs and their principal is always has a selected number of spots to be filled left pending.


    While Xiaoya gave a yeah in response, she made he retreat.


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    Hesitating for a bit, Xiao then deliberate asked, "The Captain?"


    My goddess and I are together, not as friends, but in a relationship¡ªas in, dating.


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    N/A


    Tiny Note: Bold text spoken by Yichen was originally in English.


    Xiaoya never expected her time together with Lu Xiaobei would be so short, and she thinks Lu Xiaobei shared those same sentiments with her. When they parted ways yesterday, but before Xiaoya returned home, Lu Xiaobei had told her, "If you want to make our relationship public, you can, you can tell anyone you''d like. If you''re apprehensive about us in front of others, in front of your parents, we can also be together secretly if you''d like.


    Xiaoya: "Is everything fine now?"


    By the time she arrived at the office door and planned to knock, Xiaoya still wondered about the reason Mr. Nan wanted to see her. He wouldn''t really be planning to make me at as a spy, right?


    Mo Yichen: "I wonder if it''s because I wasn''t able to be outdoors for..."


    When I see some of the comments a lot of you guys left before now, I get an idea of just how slow I was. As for when exactly my goddess started liking me, or why she likes me, I still haven''t asked her as yet. We just got together not that long ago, so there are a lot of things we still haven''t asked or said yet. But we have a long time ahead of us, a very very long time, and it''ll be more than enough for us to ask and tell each other whatever we want to say.


    By the time she arrived at the office door and planned to knock, Xiaoya still wondered about the reason Mr. Nan wanted to see her. He wouldn''t really be planning to make me at as a spy, right?


    If Mr. Nan seriously thought of doing this, he can''t blame me for complaining about it to my girlfriend!


    Mr Nan then tapped his finger against Xiaoya''s desk.


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Hearing Mo Yichen read from her textbook, understanding her message, Xiaoya looked to the doorway of the class, Mr Nan had come in. Flipping through her Chinese textbook, Xiaoya found a page with some classical literature and began reading too.


    Xiaoya put down the textbook, looking at Mr Nan. Mr Nan the said, "Before the first class come see me at my office."


    Mr. Nan: "Yu Xiaoya, I''m not saying this for me, but for your sake. The best teachers at our school teach Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry; our school is famous for its science student, of which there''s a great many number of when compared to those pursuing liberal arts. Even though the classroom environment within the liberal arts courses is a bit better, is such a thing worth it in comparison to your entire future?"


    But I will tell you guys this, your guess was wrong, it wasn''t my goddess who made the first move in confessing, it was me. Some of you guys said I was way too reserved to make the first move, but I was able to win over my goddess quite awesomely at least once, okay?


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    "I seriously never thought Xiaoya would be friends with our goddess."


    N/A


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Looking at the blue sky and white clouds through a window, her mind wondered to the airport of their small town, and whether the captain boarded the plane for her flight as yet.


    Xiaoya: "Did you and Xiang Yi spend two whole days at the amusement park?"


    Mo Yichen: "So... are you going?"


    Anyway, my goddess'' college entrance exams are over and the university she might be going to is in the country''s capital. Even though the distance from the south to the north is really far, I truly believe the feelings we have for one another won''t change.


    Mr Nan then tapped his finger against Xiaoya''s desk.


    If you guys want to hear more about us, I will talk about my goddess in the future, but not as a friend.


    Mo Yichen: ...


    Xiaoya: "Me choosing liberal arts is because I''m better at it. Sir, I think that everyone''s situation is not the same and..."


    While Xiaoya gave a yeah in response, she made he retreat.


    One of the girls then responded: "Lu Xiaobei, in grade three, she was the former Student Union president. The seniors all used t call her ''Captain''."


    The girl from the same class then carefully asked, "A classmate said she saw you two leaving school together and we thought he made a mistake. We never actually though you and Lu Xiaobei would be actually friends."


    ¡ª¡ª "Thank you everybody, we''re together" ¡ª¡ª


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Mo Yichen pointed to the small suitcase resting at her feet, "Four days and three nights. I came to school directly from there this morning."


    Hearing Mo Yichen read from her textbook, understanding her message, Xiaoya looked to the doorway of the class, Mr Nan had come in. Flipping through her Chinese textbook, Xiaoya found a page with some classical literature and began reading too.


    Xiaoya used Mr. Nan as an excuse to get out the classroom, so it wouldn''t be good for her to go back there for a good while. After thinking it over she had decided to head to the office after all.


    If Mr. Nan seriously thought of doing this, he can''t blame me for complaining about it to my girlfriend!


    Xiaoya had replied: "But what if I only end up as a low-level clerk in the future, I wouldn''t be able to afford a car, not to mention a house."


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, looking up to see two girls surrounding her, warm smiles hanging on their faces, their eyes twinkling with cunning. "Do you know the Captain?"


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.


    Xiaoya''s first thought was that she and Lu Xiaobei had run into those to girls yesterday while they were out. Afraid of being found out, Xiaoya swept her gaze around the classroom, not knowing how to answer the question, not thinking. She then saw the short-haired girl she volunteered with during the college entrance exams, who was also looking at her curiously, allowing her to understand precisely what went wrong.


    The early self-study period, as per usual, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen went about their chats.


    Hesitating for a bit, Xiao then deliberate asked, "The Captain?"


    Xiaoya: "Me choosing liberal arts is because I''m better at it. Sir, I think that everyone''s situation is not the same and..."


    Xiaoya used Mr. Nan as an excuse to get out the classroom, so it wouldn''t be good for her to go back there for a good while. After thinking it over she had decided to head to the office after all.


    N/A


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Xiaoya: "Did you and Xiang Yi spend two whole days at the amusement park?"


    Xiaoya: "I''d like to, but it looks like Captain might be busy around that time and will probably be unable to go. Oh, I almost forgot, Mr. Nan just told me to go see him in his office so I need to find him now."


    Xiaoya said nothing, and Mr nan left the class of his own volition.


    Xiaoya walked out the office after giving a couple perfunctory yeses in response.


    Xiaoya: "Did you and Xiang Yi spend two whole days at the amusement park?"


    Tiny Note: Bold text spoken by Yichen was originally in English.


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    Mo Yichen pointed to the small suitcase resting at her feet, "Four days and three nights. I came to school directly from there this morning."


    Xiaoya: "That''s great. Anyhow, didn''t you get bored after playing around in the park for so long?"


    But I will tell you guys this, your guess was wrong, it wasn''t my goddess who made the first move in confessing, it was me. Some of you guys said I was way too reserved to make the first move, but I was able to win over my goddess quite awesomely at least once, okay?


    Hearing Mo Yichen read from her textbook, understanding her message, Xiaoya looked to the doorway of the class, Mr Nan had come in. Flipping through her Chinese textbook, Xiaoya found a page with some classical literature and began reading too.


    The gossip factor hidden deeply within a high school student''s body!


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    Xiaoya: "Oh, I know her. Isn''t she the goddess for the entire school?"


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    Mo Yichen gave a light smile, her elegant features like a jasmine, fragrant without it being known, "It''s not what you play, but who you''re playing with."


    Mo Yichen: "My little brother had a fever a few days ago, it got up to thirty-nine and a half degrees Celsius, so my mom and dad were with him at the hospital. There are times where I think if I didn''t say anything they would probably never know when I''m not home."


    Xiaoya: Sice you know, why are you still asking me...


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    Mr Nan then tapped his finger against Xiaoya''s desk.


    ¡ª¡ª "Thank you everybody, we''re together" ¡ª¡ª


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    Looking at the blue sky and white clouds through a window, her mind wondered to the airport of their small town, and whether the captain boarded the plane for her flight as yet.


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    Xiaoya: "Is everything fine now?"


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    Mo Yichen: "I wonder if it''s because I wasn''t able to be outdoors for..."


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Mo Yichen: "My dad called yesterday to tell me my brother''s fever subsided. He should be back home today."


    Xiaoya never expected her time together with Lu Xiaobei would be so short, and she thinks Lu Xiaobei shared those same sentiments with her. When they parted ways yesterday, but before Xiaoya returned home, Lu Xiaobei had told her, "If you want to make our relationship public, you can, you can tell anyone you''d like. If you''re apprehensive about us in front of others, in front of your parents, we can also be together secretly if you''d like.


    By the time she arrived at the office door and planned to knock, Xiaoya still wondered about the reason Mr. Nan wanted to see her. He wouldn''t really be planning to make me at as a spy, right?


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    Xiaoya lifted her head, looking up to see two girls surrounding her, warm smiles hanging on their faces, their eyes twinkling with cunning. "Do you know the Captain?"


    Looking at the blue sky and white clouds through a window, her mind wondered to the airport of their small town, and whether the captain boarded the plane for her flight as yet.


    When Mr Nan walked beside Xiaoya, Xiaoya pretended to not notice him, and pretended to concentrate on reading as before.


    Xiaoya: "That''s great. Anyhow, didn''t you get bored after playing around in the park for so long?"


    "I seriously never thought Xiaoya would be friends with our goddess."


    Mo Yichen gave a light smile, her elegant features like a jasmine, fragrant without it being known, "It''s not what you play, but who you''re playing with."


    But I will tell you guys this, your guess was wrong, it wasn''t my goddess who made the first move in confessing, it was me. Some of you guys said I was way too reserved to make the first move, but I was able to win over my goddess quite awesomely at least once, okay?


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    Mo Yichen: "My dad called yesterday to tell me my brother''s fever subsided. He should be back home today."


    Xiaoya: "Me choosing liberal arts is because I''m better at it. Sir, I think that everyone''s situation is not the same and..."


    Mo Yichen: ...


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    The early self-study period, as per usual, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen went about their chats.


    Xiaoya: Why does it feel like you''re showing off?


    If Mr. Nan seriously thought of doing this, he can''t blame me for complaining about it to my girlfriend!


    Xiaoya had replied: "But what if I only end up as a low-level clerk in the future, I wouldn''t be able to afford a car, not to mention a house."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    Her and Lu Xiaobei were together, yet her eyes were still unopened, so why would she ever think Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were engaging in certain sapphic related activities?


    Mo Yichen: "My little brother had a fever a few days ago, it got up to thirty-nine and a half degrees Celsius, so my mom and dad were with him at the hospital. There are times where I think if I didn''t say anything they would probably never know when I''m not home."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    Xiaoya: "Is everything fine now?"


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    Mo Yichen: "I wonder if it''s because I wasn''t able to be outdoors for..."


    Xiaoya put down the textbook, looking at Mr Nan. Mr Nan the said, "Before the first class come see me at my office."


    If Mr. Nan seriously thought of doing this, he can''t blame me for complaining about it to my girlfriend!


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Xiaoya stood up, and the girl had no choice but to helplessly let her go. But, unwilling to give up, she give a final plea: "But if you can, ask Captain, alright? In case she might actually want to come to our party."


    Xiaoya: "Did you and Xiang Yi spend two whole days at the amusement park?"


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Lu Xiaobei told me the school is always in need of teachers for their village exchange programs and their principal is always has a selected number of spots to be filled left pending.


    Hearing Mo Yichen read from her textbook, understanding her message, Xiaoya looked to the doorway of the class, Mr Nan had come in. Flipping through her Chinese textbook, Xiaoya found a page with some classical literature and began reading too.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am. Almost sure about it too."


    When Mr Nan walked beside Xiaoya, Xiaoya pretended to not notice him, and pretended to concentrate on reading as before.


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Mr Nan then tapped his finger against Xiaoya''s desk.


    Xiaoya: "Did you and Xiang Yi spend two whole days at the amusement park?"


    Mo Yichen: "My little brother had a fever a few days ago, it got up to thirty-nine and a half degrees Celsius, so my mom and dad were with him at the hospital. There are times where I think if I didn''t say anything they would probably never know when I''m not home."


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    Mo Yichen: "So... are you going?"


    Xiaoya put down the textbook, looking at Mr Nan. Mr Nan the said, "Before the first class come see me at my office."


    I never thought I''d come back to leave a response here, but... a lot of you messaged me privately, so I''ll say just a bit more.


    Xiaoya said nothing, and Mr nan left the class of his own volition.


    Anyway, my goddess'' college entrance exams are over and the university she might be going to is in the country''s capital. Even though the distance from the south to the north is really far, I truly believe the feelings we have for one another won''t change.


    Xiaoya said nothing, and Mr nan left the class of his own volition.


    I Miss You


    Mo Yichen: "Why did the homeroom teacher come find you?"


    Xiaoya: Why does it feel like you''re showing off?


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes, then replied, "In the entire time I''ve been in high school, this is the first time he found me to say anything, so I doubt it''s anything good."


    Xiaoya: "Is everything fine now?"


    Mo Yichen: "So... are you going?"


    When I see some of the comments a lot of you guys left before now, I get an idea of just how slow I was. As for when exactly my goddess started liking me, or why she likes me, I still haven''t asked her as yet. We just got together not that long ago, so there are a lot of things we still haven''t asked or said yet. But we have a long time ahead of us, a very very long time, and it''ll be more than enough for us to ask and tell each other whatever we want to say.


    "Damn, I was completely wrong about Yu Xiaoya before. How can our goddess'' eyes be wrong? Look-wise, she''s also quite pretty, so how did I ever think she was ugly before."


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    The girl from the same class: "I heard you walked together hand in hand, Captain is very kind, isn''t she, right! Before, there were a lot of people on the forum who said Captain wasn''t east to get close to. Looks like that was just a bunch of lies."


    Her and Lu Xiaobei were together, yet her eyes were still unopened, so why would she ever think Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were engaging in certain sapphic related activities?


    Xiaoya didn''t waste a minute before replying, "No." She also ha a temper.


    "Captain, I started missing you already."


    She recalled the plans she had for herself in the future she once told Lu Xiaobei, about her dreams, to which Lu Xiaobei replied by gently saying, "Don''t be afraid. Whatever it is you want to do, just go ahead and do it. So long as you''re able to support yourself, and take care of yourself, it''ll be good enough."


    Tiny Note: Bold text spoken by Yichen was originally in English.


    "Damn, I was completely wrong about Yu Xiaoya before. How can our goddess'' eyes be wrong? Look-wise, she''s also quite pretty, so how did I ever think she was ugly before."


    Xiaoya: Sice you know, why are you still asking me...


    "I seriously never thought Xiaoya would be friends with our goddess."


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Mo Yichen: ...


    "Damn, I was completely wrong about Yu Xiaoya before. How can our goddess'' eyes be wrong? Look-wise, she''s also quite pretty, so how did I ever think she was ugly before."


    Xiaoya never expected her time together with Lu Xiaobei would be so short, and she thinks Lu Xiaobei shared those same sentiments with her. When they parted ways yesterday, but before Xiaoya returned home, Lu Xiaobei had told her, "If you want to make our relationship public, you can, you can tell anyone you''d like. If you''re apprehensive about us in front of others, in front of your parents, we can also be together secretly if you''d like.


    Xiaoya: "I still haven''t decided, but I''m leaning towards liberal arts."


    Xiaoya continued to read her textbook. The morning hours are the best time to work, and her memory during these early hours was at its best. So just wanted to be able to have the key points memorised completely.


    Xiaoya: "Me choosing liberal arts is because I''m better at it. Sir, I think that everyone''s situation is not the same and..."


    Xiaoya''s first thought was that she and Lu Xiaobei had run into those to girls yesterday while they were out. Afraid of being found out, Xiaoya swept her gaze around the classroom, not knowing how to answer the question, not thinking. She then saw the short-haired girl she volunteered with during the college entrance exams, who was also looking at her curiously, allowing her to understand precisely what went wrong.


    Mo Yichen: "So... are you going?"


    When the self-study class was over, Xiaoya was still absorbed in her reading, silently focused on the words in those ages until...


    While Xiaoya gave a yeah in response, she made he retreat.


    She recalled the plans she had for herself in the future she once told Lu Xiaobei, about her dreams, to which Lu Xiaobei replied by gently saying, "Don''t be afraid. Whatever it is you want to do, just go ahead and do it. So long as you''re able to support yourself, and take care of yourself, it''ll be good enough."


    I Miss You


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes, then replied, "In the entire time I''ve been in high school, this is the first time he found me to say anything, so I doubt it''s anything good."


    "Damn, I was completely wrong about Yu Xiaoya before. How can our goddess'' eyes be wrong? Look-wise, she''s also quite pretty, so how did I ever think she was ugly before."


    The gossip factor hidden deeply within a high school student''s body!


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    Mr. Nan: "I''ll be in charge of a second grade class next year, too, I was promoted one grade up as well as being put in charge of an honours class. You can continue being in my class, you have made a great amount of progress this semester and I think your true potential is far from being tapped. So as long as you follow my steps, in a year, you can definitely get into a 985 (elite university). You haven''t decided as of now, but you can make your decision earlier¡ªwait, what... you''re thinking of choosing liberal arts?!"


    Xiaoya lifted her head, looking up to see two girls surrounding her, warm smiles hanging on their faces, their eyes twinkling with cunning. "Do you know the Captain?"


    Mr. Nan: "Yu Xiaoya, I''m not saying this for me, but for your sake. The best teachers at our school teach Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry; our school is famous for its science student, of which there''s a great many number of when compared to those pursuing liberal arts. Even though the classroom environment within the liberal arts courses is a bit better, is such a thing worth it in comparison to your entire future?"


    ¡ª¡ª "Thank you everybody, we''re together" ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: Sice you know, why are you still asking me...


    The girl from the same class then carefully asked, "A classmate said she saw you two leaving school together and we thought he made a mistake. We never actually though you and Lu Xiaobei would be actually friends."


    Mr Nan then tapped his finger against Xiaoya''s desk.


    Hesitating for a bit, Xiao then deliberate asked, "The Captain?"


    The early self-study period, as per usual, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen went about their chats.


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    Xiaoya: "Is everything fine now?"


    Walking into the office, Xiaoya asked, "Sir, why did you want to see me?"


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    One of the girls then responded: "Lu Xiaobei, in grade three, she was the former Student Union president. The seniors all used t call her ''Captain''."


    Hearing Mo Yichen read from her textbook, understanding her message, Xiaoya looked to the doorway of the class, Mr Nan had come in. Flipping through her Chinese textbook, Xiaoya found a page with some classical literature and began reading too.


    But I will tell you guys this, your guess was wrong, it wasn''t my goddess who made the first move in confessing, it was me. Some of you guys said I was way too reserved to make the first move, but I was able to win over my goddess quite awesomely at least once, okay?


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Xiaoya''s first thought was that she and Lu Xiaobei had run into those to girls yesterday while they were out. Afraid of being found out, Xiaoya swept her gaze around the classroom, not knowing how to answer the question, not thinking. She then saw the short-haired girl she volunteered with during the college entrance exams, who was also looking at her curiously, allowing her to understand precisely what went wrong.


    Xiaoya: "Oh, I know her. Isn''t she the goddess for the entire school?"


    My goddess and I are together, not as friends, but in a relationship¡ªas in, dating.


    Mo Yichen: "Why did the homeroom teacher come find you?"


    Xiaoya: "Oh, I know her. Isn''t she the goddess for the entire school?"


    Mo Yichen: "So... are you going?"


    The girl from the same class then carefully asked, "A classmate said she saw you two leaving school together and we thought he made a mistake. We never actually though you and Lu Xiaobei would be actually friends."


    Her and Lu Xiaobei were together, yet her eyes were still unopened, so why would she ever think Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi were engaging in certain sapphic related activities?


    Mr. Nan opened the door as he asked, "Yu Xiaoya, your sophomore grade will be divided into liberal arts and the sciences, what are your plans?"


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    Mo Yichen: "My little brother had a fever a few days ago, it got up to thirty-nine and a half degrees Celsius, so my mom and dad were with him at the hospital. There are times where I think if I didn''t say anything they would probably never know when I''m not home."


    Xiaoya: Sice you know, why are you still asking me...


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    Xiaoya: "I still haven''t decided, but I''m leaning towards liberal arts."


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.


    The girl from the same class then carefully asked, "A classmate said she saw you two leaving school together and we thought he made a mistake. We never actually though you and Lu Xiaobei would be actually friends."


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    When Mr Nan walked beside Xiaoya, Xiaoya pretended to not notice him, and pretended to concentrate on reading as before.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    Tiny Note: Bold text spoken by Yichen was originally in English.


    Xiaoya stood up, and the girl had no choice but to helplessly let her go. But, unwilling to give up, she give a final plea: "But if you can, ask Captain, alright? In case she might actually want to come to our party."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    "Captain, I started missing you already."


    Xiaoya: "That''s great. Anyhow, didn''t you get bored after playing around in the park for so long?"


    The girl from the same class: "I heard you walked together hand in hand, Captain is very kind, isn''t she, right! Before, there were a lot of people on the forum who said Captain wasn''t east to get close to. Looks like that was just a bunch of lies."


    Walking into the office, Xiaoya asked, "Sir, why did you want to see me?"


    Xiaoya: "Me choosing liberal arts is because I''m better at it. Sir, I think that everyone''s situation is not the same and..."


    Walking into the office, Xiaoya asked, "Sir, why did you want to see me?"


    Another girl: "Um, even though this is a little sudden, the thing is, at the end of the term, there''ll be a class party thrown in our class so... can you maybe ask Captain to come?"


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, looking up to see two girls surrounding her, warm smiles hanging on their faces, their eyes twinkling with cunning. "Do you know the Captain?"


    Mo Yichen gave a light smile, her elegant features like a jasmine, fragrant without it being known, "It''s not what you play, but who you''re playing with."


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Mo Yichen: "I wonder if it''s because I wasn''t able to be outdoors for..."


    ¡ª¡ª "Thank you everybody, we''re together" ¡ª¡ª


    Mr. Nan: "I''ll be in charge of a second grade class next year, too, I was promoted one grade up as well as being put in charge of an honours class. You can continue being in my class, you have made a great amount of progress this semester and I think your true potential is far from being tapped. So as long as you follow my steps, in a year, you can definitely get into a 985 (elite university). You haven''t decided as of now, but you can make your decision earlier¡ªwait, what... you''re thinking of choosing liberal arts?!"


    The gossip factor hidden deeply within a high school student''s body!


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    The gossip factor hidden deeply within a high school student''s body!


    Mo Yichen pointed to the small suitcase resting at her feet, "Four days and three nights. I came to school directly from there this morning."


    Xiaoya: "I''d like to, but it looks like Captain might be busy around that time and will probably be unable to go. Oh, I almost forgot, Mr. Nan just told me to go see him in his office so I need to find him now."


    Xiaoya stood up, and the girl had no choice but to helplessly let her go. But, unwilling to give up, she give a final plea: "But if you can, ask Captain, alright? In case she might actually want to come to our party."


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    Xiaoya stood up, and the girl had no choice but to helplessly let her go. But, unwilling to give up, she give a final plea: "But if you can, ask Captain, alright? In case she might actually want to come to our party."


    Xiaoya''s first thought was that she and Lu Xiaobei had run into those to girls yesterday while they were out. Afraid of being found out, Xiaoya swept her gaze around the classroom, not knowing how to answer the question, not thinking. She then saw the short-haired girl she volunteered with during the college entrance exams, who was also looking at her curiously, allowing her to understand precisely what went wrong.


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    She recalled the plans she had for herself in the future she once told Lu Xiaobei, about her dreams, to which Lu Xiaobei replied by gently saying, "Don''t be afraid. Whatever it is you want to do, just go ahead and do it. So long as you''re able to support yourself, and take care of yourself, it''ll be good enough."


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    The early self-study period, as per usual, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen went about their chats.


    While Xiaoya gave a yeah in response, she made he retreat.


    Xiaoya: "I still haven''t decided, but I''m leaning towards liberal arts."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    Xiaoya: Why does it feel like you''re showing off?


    Mo Yichen: "I wonder if it''s because I wasn''t able to be outdoors for..."


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    Xiaoya didn''t waste a minute before replying, "No." She also ha a temper.


    Mo Yichen pointed to the small suitcase resting at her feet, "Four days and three nights. I came to school directly from there this morning."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    Xiaoya: "I''d like to, but it looks like Captain might be busy around that time and will probably be unable to go. Oh, I almost forgot, Mr. Nan just told me to go see him in his office so I need to find him now."


    The girl from the same class: "I heard you walked together hand in hand, Captain is very kind, isn''t she, right! Before, there were a lot of people on the forum who said Captain wasn''t east to get close to. Looks like that was just a bunch of lies."


    "I seriously never thought Xiaoya would be friends with our goddess."


    She recalled the plans she had for herself in the future she once told Lu Xiaobei, about her dreams, to which Lu Xiaobei replied by gently saying, "Don''t be afraid. Whatever it is you want to do, just go ahead and do it. So long as you''re able to support yourself, and take care of yourself, it''ll be good enough."


    Mo Yichen: "So... are you going?"


    Xiaoya: "Is everything fine now?"


    Tiny Note: Bold text spoken by Yichen was originally in English.


    Xiaoya''s first thought was that she and Lu Xiaobei had run into those to girls yesterday while they were out. Afraid of being found out, Xiaoya swept her gaze around the classroom, not knowing how to answer the question, not thinking. She then saw the short-haired girl she volunteered with during the college entrance exams, who was also looking at her curiously, allowing her to understand precisely what went wrong.


    "Damn, I was completely wrong about Yu Xiaoya before. How can our goddess'' eyes be wrong? Look-wise, she''s also quite pretty, so how did I ever think she was ugly before."


    Mo Yichen: "Why did the homeroom teacher come find you?"


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Xiaoya walked out the office after giving a couple perfunctory yeses in response.


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.


    N/A


    When the self-study class was over, Xiaoya was still absorbed in her reading, silently focused on the words in those ages until...


    "Captain, I started missing you already."


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    I Miss You


    Xiaoya: "Yes, we''re friends." I don''t want to talk about it, but at the same time I am a bit proud about what happened.


    Mo Yichen: "I wonder if it''s because I wasn''t able to be outdoors for..."


    Mo Yichen: ...


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    Xiaoya used Mr. Nan as an excuse to get out the classroom, so it wouldn''t be good for her to go back there for a good while. After thinking it over she had decided to head to the office after all.


    ¡ª¡ª "Thank you everybody, we''re together" ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.


    Mr. Nan: "I''ll be in charge of a second grade class next year, too, I was promoted one grade up as well as being put in charge of an honours class. You can continue being in my class, you have made a great amount of progress this semester and I think your true potential is far from being tapped. So as long as you follow my steps, in a year, you can definitely get into a 985 (elite university). You haven''t decided as of now, but you can make your decision earlier¡ªwait, what... you''re thinking of choosing liberal arts?!"


    Xiaoya said nothing, and Mr nan left the class of his own volition.


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Xiaoya continued to read her textbook. The morning hours are the best time to work, and her memory during these early hours was at its best. So just wanted to be able to have the key points memorised completely.


    By the time she arrived at the office door and planned to knock, Xiaoya still wondered about the reason Mr. Nan wanted to see her. He wouldn''t really be planning to make me at as a spy, right?


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    Mr. Nan interrupted her to add, "What does your family think? Do they know what you''ve decided? ..."


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    If Mr. Nan seriously thought of doing this, he can''t blame me for complaining about it to my girlfriend!


    The only thing you need to remember, is that no matter what happens, I''ll be right behind you and we''ll face it all together."


    Xiaoya stood up, and the girl had no choice but to helplessly let her go. But, unwilling to give up, she give a final plea: "But if you can, ask Captain, alright? In case she might actually want to come to our party."


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei told me the school is always in need of teachers for their village exchange programs and their principal is always has a selected number of spots to be filled left pending.


    The girl from the same class: "I heard you walked together hand in hand, Captain is very kind, isn''t she, right! Before, there were a lot of people on the forum who said Captain wasn''t east to get close to. Looks like that was just a bunch of lies."


    The early self-study period, as per usual, Xiaoya and Mo Yichen went about their chats.


    Mo Yichen: "My little brother had a fever a few days ago, it got up to thirty-nine and a half degrees Celsius, so my mom and dad were with him at the hospital. There are times where I think if I didn''t say anything they would probably never know when I''m not home."


    Mo Yichen: ...


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    But I will tell you guys this, your guess was wrong, it wasn''t my goddess who made the first move in confessing, it was me. Some of you guys said I was way too reserved to make the first move, but I was able to win over my goddess quite awesomely at least once, okay?


    Mo Yichen: ...


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Mo Yichen: ...


    The girl from the same class: "I heard you walked together hand in hand, Captain is very kind, isn''t she, right! Before, there were a lot of people on the forum who said Captain wasn''t east to get close to. Looks like that was just a bunch of lies."


    Walking into the office, Xiaoya asked, "Sir, why did you want to see me?"


    Mo Yichen: "My dad called yesterday to tell me my brother''s fever subsided. He should be back home today."


    Mr. Nan opened the door as he asked, "Yu Xiaoya, your sophomore grade will be divided into liberal arts and the sciences, what are your plans?"


    Mr. Nan interrupted her to add, "What does your family think? Do they know what you''ve decided? ..."


    Yu Xiaoya replies:


    Xiaoya didn''t waste a minute before replying, "No." She also ha a temper.


    Mr. Nan: "I''ll be in charge of a second grade class next year, too, I was promoted one grade up as well as being put in charge of an honours class. You can continue being in my class, you have made a great amount of progress this semester and I think your true potential is far from being tapped. So as long as you follow my steps, in a year, you can definitely get into a 985 (elite university). You haven''t decided as of now, but you can make your decision earlier¡ªwait, what... you''re thinking of choosing liberal arts?!"


    I never thought I''d come back to leave a response here, but... a lot of you messaged me privately, so I''ll say just a bit more.


    Xiaoya: "I still haven''t decided, but I''m leaning towards liberal arts."


    One of the girls then responded: "Lu Xiaobei, in grade three, she was the former Student Union president. The seniors all used t call her ''Captain''."


    Mr. Nan: "I''ll be in charge of a second grade class next year, too, I was promoted one grade up as well as being put in charge of an honours class. You can continue being in my class, you have made a great amount of progress this semester and I think your true potential is far from being tapped. So as long as you follow my steps, in a year, you can definitely get into a 985 (elite university). You haven''t decided as of now, but you can make your decision earlier¡ªwait, what... you''re thinking of choosing liberal arts?!"


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am. Almost sure about it too."


    Xiaoya continued to read her textbook. The morning hours are the best time to work, and her memory during these early hours was at its best. So just wanted to be able to have the key points memorised completely.


    Mo Yichen: "Why did the homeroom teacher come find you?"


    While Xiaoya gave a yeah in response, she made he retreat.


    Xiaoya: "Oh, I know her. Isn''t she the goddess for the entire school?"


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    Mr. Nan: "Yu Xiaoya, I''m not saying this for me, but for your sake. The best teachers at our school teach Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry; our school is famous for its science student, of which there''s a great many number of when compared to those pursuing liberal arts. Even though the classroom environment within the liberal arts courses is a bit better, is such a thing worth it in comparison to your entire future?"


    Yu Xiaoya: ...


    Mo Yichen: ...


    Mo Yichen: "Why did the homeroom teacher come find you?"


    Xiaoya: Why does it feel like you''re showing off?


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    The girl from the same class then carefully asked, "A classmate said she saw you two leaving school together and we thought he made a mistake. We never actually though you and Lu Xiaobei would be actually friends."


    Xiaoya: "Oh, I know her. Isn''t she the goddess for the entire school?"


    Xiaoya: "Me choosing liberal arts is because I''m better at it. Sir, I think that everyone''s situation is not the same and..."


    Another girl: "Um, even though this is a little sudden, the thing is, at the end of the term, there''ll be a class party thrown in our class so... can you maybe ask Captain to come?"


    Mr. Nan interrupted her to add, "What does your family think? Do they know what you''ve decided? ..."


    When Mr Nan walked beside Xiaoya, Xiaoya pretended to not notice him, and pretended to concentrate on reading as before.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am. Almost sure about it too."


    Mo Yichen gave a light smile, her elegant features like a jasmine, fragrant without it being known, "It''s not what you play, but who you''re playing with."


    Hesitating for a bit, Xiao then deliberate asked, "The Captain?"


    The day after the college entrance exams ended, despite being a Sunday, the first and second years were still dragged back to class on account of that three-day holiday the exams had given them.


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    When Mr. Nan saw Xiaoya standing at the doorway, he gently told her: "Come in."


    Xiaoya walked out the office after giving a couple perfunctory yeses in response.


    Lu Xiaobei told me the school is always in need of teachers for their village exchange programs and their principal is always has a selected number of spots to be filled left pending.


    N/A


    Yu Xiaoya replies:


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    Looking at the blue sky and white clouds through a window, her mind wondered to the airport of their small town, and whether the captain boarded the plane for her flight as yet.


    My goddess and I are together, not as friends, but in a relationship¡ªas in, dating.


    Mo Yichen: "My little brother had a fever a few days ago, it got up to thirty-nine and a half degrees Celsius, so my mom and dad were with him at the hospital. There are times where I think if I didn''t say anything they would probably never know when I''m not home."


    Mo Yichen: ...


    She recalled the plans she had for herself in the future she once told Lu Xiaobei, about her dreams, to which Lu Xiaobei replied by gently saying, "Don''t be afraid. Whatever it is you want to do, just go ahead and do it. So long as you''re able to support yourself, and take care of yourself, it''ll be good enough."


    Xiaoya said nothing, and Mr nan left the class of his own volition.


    "Damn, I was completely wrong about Yu Xiaoya before. How can our goddess'' eyes be wrong? Look-wise, she''s also quite pretty, so how did I ever think she was ugly before."


    The gossip factor hidden deeply within a high school student''s body!


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    If Mr. Nan seriously thought of doing this, he can''t blame me for complaining about it to my girlfriend!


    Xiaoya had replied: "But what if I only end up as a low-level clerk in the future, I wouldn''t be able to afford a car, not to mention a house."


    Mr. Nan opened the door as he asked, "Yu Xiaoya, your sophomore grade will be divided into liberal arts and the sciences, what are your plans?"


    When Mr Nan walked beside Xiaoya, Xiaoya pretended to not notice him, and pretended to concentrate on reading as before.


    Anyway, my goddess'' college entrance exams are over and the university she might be going to is in the country''s capital. Even though the distance from the south to the north is really far, I truly believe the feelings we have for one another won''t change.


    Until she made her way to the door to the classroom, Yu Xiaoya could still hear the murmurings:


    But I will tell you guys this, your guess was wrong, it wasn''t my goddess who made the first move in confessing, it was me. Some of you guys said I was way too reserved to make the first move, but I was able to win over my goddess quite awesomely at least once, okay?


    To which Lu Xiaobei replied: "Won''t you still have me?"


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    Xiaoya was shocked, asking, "You never went back home? Did you tell your parents?"


    Mo Yichen: ...


    "Yu Xiaoya."


    Anyway, my goddess'' college entrance exams are over and the university she might be going to is in the country''s capital. Even though the distance from the south to the north is really far, I truly believe the feelings we have for one another won''t change.


    While Xiaoya gave a yeah in response, she made he retreat.


    Fifteen minutes after the bell announcing classes had begun had rung for who knows how long, Mr. Nan finally stopped talking despite himself. "Let''s leave it like this for now, and after you go home, make sure to properly discuss it with your family and come give me your reply tomorrow. The school allows the head teachers of the class to book a spot for some students in advance, the ones with more potential. This way, even if you don''t do well in the final exams, you can still get into the honours classes."


    But Xiaoya replied coquettishly, "But I want to struggle through it all with you." For us to build our own home with both out blood sweat and tears.


    Xiaoya used Mr. Nan as an excuse to get out the classroom, so it wouldn''t be good for her to go back there for a good while. After thinking it over she had decided to head to the office after all.


    Hesitating for a bit, Xiao then deliberate asked, "The Captain?"


    ¡ª¡ª "Thank you everybody, we''re together" ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya never expected her time together with Lu Xiaobei would be so short, and she thinks Lu Xiaobei shared those same sentiments with her. When they parted ways yesterday, but before Xiaoya returned home, Lu Xiaobei had told her, "If you want to make our relationship public, you can, you can tell anyone you''d like. If you''re apprehensive about us in front of others, in front of your parents, we can also be together secretly if you''d like.


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes, then replied, "In the entire time I''ve been in high school, this is the first time he found me to say anything, so I doubt it''s anything good."


    The only thing you need to remember, is that no matter what happens, I''ll be right behind you and we''ll face it all together."


    Yu Xiaoya replies:


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    The gossip factor hidden deeply within a high school student''s body!


    Xiaoya had replied: "But what if I only end up as a low-level clerk in the future, I wouldn''t be able to afford a car, not to mention a house."


    Xiaoya suddenly felt the fine hairs on her hands stand up, the realisation of herself being surrounded students facing her way with eyes full of envy.


    Even though it was only one day since they had parted... even though it was only yesterday around this time their fingers were intertwined. Xiaoya still couldn''t help but think...


    Mo Yichen gave a light smile, her elegant features like a jasmine, fragrant without it being known, "It''s not what you play, but who you''re playing with."


    Xiaoya: "Did you and Xiang Yi spend two whole days at the amusement park?"


    Ding Dong Dang Dong


    "Captain, I started missing you already."


    Looking at the blue sky and white clouds through a window, her mind wondered to the airport of their small town, and whether the captain boarded the plane for her flight as yet.


    If you guys want to hear more about us, I will talk about my goddess in the future, but not as a friend.


    Another girl: "Um, even though this is a little sudden, the thing is, at the end of the term, there''ll be a class party thrown in our class so... can you maybe ask Captain to come?"


    "Captain, I started missing you already."


    Xiaoya in her heart of hearts had no wish to discuss Lu Xiaobei with people she did not know. On one hand, Lu Xiaobei was her treasure, but a lot of people also regarded her as their goddess, and she already feels really insecure. But, on the other hand, her relationship with Lu Xiaobei is not the same as it was before, and she cherishes that feeling a lot, though it makes her feel like every day she''s walking on thin ice.

 CH 28

    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Anyhow, while sitting in that class, Xiaoya let out a deep sigh. Even though it was the holiday period soon, she still couldn''t see Lu Xiaobei more than once a day regardless.


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    Mo Yichen stared at Mo Yichen frostily, looking at Yu Xiaoya a if she were an idiot. Xiaoya couldn''t cope with Lu Xiaobei''s anger, neither could she handle Mo Yichen''s frost. So, in an act of surrender, he said, "Alright, okay, okay. I''ll just keep studying, alright?" Taking up her pen, and pretending to take notes.


    Yu Xiaoya''a reply:


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    She was so busy those days she had no time to chat with her even at night, but her managerial spirit was still quite firm: don''t stay up late, don''t skip eating your vegetables, don''t forget to exercise, etcetera, etcetera...


    Anyways, it''s been 30 days since my goddess has left the country, I miss her.


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    Anyways, it''s been 30 days since my goddess has left the country, I miss her.


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    Surprisingly, Xiaoya''s mother was shocked by the occurrence, thinking it was brought on by her daughter''s character changing for the better, as she got up everyday before there was even light just to practice her English in stride. It made her really want to make her daughter some delicious food to make up for early hour.


    That is true, though. Even though there are a lot of people who like my goddess, I believe the only one she likes is me. So my ''sense of security'' at this instance is set to the extreme!


    N/A


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    Sometimes we''d study English together, and my goddess would correct my pronunciation word by word; (crushing) her voice when she teaches just sounds so amazing good to the ears; and when I didn''t learn properly, (crushing) her voice when she''s angry is a thing of beauty. (pouting) But when my goddess is really angry, my heart just shatters, shatters at the thought she may not want me any more.


    Mo Yichen stared at Mo Yichen frostily, looking at Yu Xiaoya a if she were an idiot. Xiaoya couldn''t cope with Lu Xiaobei''s anger, neither could she handle Mo Yichen''s frost. So, in an act of surrender, he said, "Alright, okay, okay. I''ll just keep studying, alright?" Taking up her pen, and pretending to take notes.


    Not at all sounding mad, Mo Yichen said, "That''s not what I meant."


    But, Xiaoya never listened, and would always wait for her until it was one or two in the morning at home, wanting badly to talk to Lu Xiaobei.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    How can she not worry about things! The first batch of college admission results have already been started. Lu Xiaobei never said which school and major she signed up for in hers, but she said Xiaoya would be the first one to know her results.


    Every time my goddess bullies me, I''ll get mad and ignore her, but then she''ll coax me really sweetly. Truthfully, though, when she acts all fierce it makes me a little scared but also a bit excited; could I be a bit of a masochist?


    Xiaoya: "Oh, it''s definitely the ''venomous'' kind of mosquito, then. Back in junior high when I did my military training¡ªnot in school, but in a huge unit¡ªthe mosquitoes there were especially venomous, when they bit someone the person would leak pus. The bite would swell all the way into a huge bump and take more than twenty days to heal. They weren''t as red as yours, but they were really hard."


    N/A


    Long Distance Relationship


    "Do you really think I don''t know anything?" Mo Yichen couldn''t stand it any longer. But even though she wanted to knock Xiaoya on the head, she hesitated then added, "Just ask Captain about it later."


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    I once whispered to her what I thought, and in return she told me: "It''s because I spoiled you too much that you feel secure enough to act so fearless."


    Between that part of Europe and China there was a six hour time difference, meaning, the times they could get together wasn''t all that much. Xiaoya had to go to school in the day and didn''t return home until night. In the Netherlands, that would be around noon. Most of the times Lu Xiaobei would have things to do so she''d often tell her to not wait up.


    That is true, though. Even though there are a lot of people who like my goddess, I believe the only one she likes is me. So my ''sense of security'' at this instance is set to the extreme!


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    "Do you really think I don''t know anything?" Mo Yichen couldn''t stand it any longer. But even though she wanted to knock Xiaoya on the head, she hesitated then added, "Just ask Captain about it later."


    Isn''t that a contradiction!


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    Yu Xiaoya''a reply:


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    My goddess always teases she''ll give me a ''sense of crisis'' to keep me on my toes, buuut... I know she just as unwilling to do so, too.


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    She really likes posting on Weibo, but it''s only visible to herself; sort of like it''s her own diary. One of her posts stated: I''m raising this cute little beast, that never dares approach strangers, nor takes the initiative to expose it''s soft little belly for you to touch. Witnessing the little thing go from being overcautious and sticking its little head out to look about, to become one running amuck while bearing its claws and brandishing its fangs, is the most fulfilling thing I''ve ever done.


    How could which university Lu Xiaobei goes to be her business alone, their futures are tied together!


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    On the last day of the second semester for the first year highschoolers, every single one of the students in the classroom were looking forward to their summer vacation. They have no interest in learning at the moment, as they either twirl their pens or stare out of the windows dazedly¡ªthey were clearly restless.


    Because my goddess'' original phone is here with me, and her Weibo account there was never logged out, I can see whatever she posts.


    "Yichen, what happened to your neck?" Xiaoya noticed a faint little blotch of red on Yichen''s neck. I looked like a poisonous bug bite¡ªher hand reaching out to touch Yichen''s neck.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    Yu Xiaoya''a reply:


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line that wants to be with her goddess every single day ¡ª¡ª


    Yu Xiaoya''a reply:


    My goddess always teases she''ll give me a ''sense of crisis'' to keep me on my toes, buuut... I know she just as unwilling to do so, too.


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    You guys might be asking: Does the goddess know I can see her posts on Weibo?


    On the last day of the second semester for the first year highschoolers, every single one of the students in the classroom were looking forward to their summer vacation. They have no interest in learning at the moment, as they either twirl their pens or stare out of the windows dazedly¡ªthey were clearly restless.


    N/A


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    Surprisingly, Xiaoya''s mother was shocked by the occurrence, thinking it was brought on by her daughter''s character changing for the better, as she got up everyday before there was even light just to practice her English in stride. It made her really want to make her daughter some delicious food to make up for early hour.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    Mo Yichen: "...yeah."


    Anyways, it''s been 30 days since my goddess has left the country, I miss her.


    N/A


    PS: The college entrance exams results are out ad my goddess did pretty well. I''m super looking forward to seeing her back here, but I''m also super scared of us having to separate again.


    Every time my goddess bullies me, I''ll get mad and ignore her, but then she''ll coax me really sweetly. Truthfully, though, when she acts all fierce it makes me a little scared but also a bit excited; could I be a bit of a masochist?


    How could which university Lu Xiaobei goes to be her business alone, their futures are tied together!


    After Xiaoya''s hand touched her neck, Mo Yichen grabbed it, saying, "Don''t make trouble."


    Isn''t that a contradiction!


    But for Xiaoya, she never thought there was anything particularly great about her summer vacation. During her vacation, she''d probably spend every day at home, revising questions, surfing the web, so much so, there were no days that seemed substantial.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line that wants to be with her goddess every single day ¡ª¡ª


    That is true, though. Even though there are a lot of people who like my goddess, I believe the only one she likes is me. So my ''sense of security'' at this instance is set to the extreme!


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    On the last day of the second semester for the first year highschoolers, every single one of the students in the classroom were looking forward to their summer vacation. They have no interest in learning at the moment, as they either twirl their pens or stare out of the windows dazedly¡ªthey were clearly restless.


    Sometimes we''d study English together, and my goddess would correct my pronunciation word by word; (crushing) her voice when she teaches just sounds so amazing good to the ears; and when I didn''t learn properly, (crushing) her voice when she''s angry is a thing of beauty. (pouting) But when my goddess is really angry, my heart just shatters, shatters at the thought she may not want me any more.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line that wants to be with her goddess every single day ¡ª¡ª


    "Yichen, what happened to your neck?" Xiaoya noticed a faint little blotch of red on Yichen''s neck. I looked like a poisonous bug bite¡ªher hand reaching out to touch Yichen''s neck.


    But for Xiaoya, she never thought there was anything particularly great about her summer vacation. During her vacation, she''d probably spend every day at home, revising questions, surfing the web, so much so, there were no days that seemed substantial.


    Because my goddess'' original phone is here with me, and her Weibo account there was never logged out, I can see whatever she posts.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    Mo Yichen: "...yeah."


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    On the last day of the second semester for the first year highschoolers, every single one of the students in the classroom were looking forward to their summer vacation. They have no interest in learning at the moment, as they either twirl their pens or stare out of the windows dazedly¡ªthey were clearly restless.


    As for Lu Xiaobei...


    As for Lu Xiaobei...


    N/A


    Because my goddess'' original phone is here with me, and her Weibo account there was never logged out, I can see whatever she posts.


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    As for Lu Xiaobei...


    At this Xiaoya really wanted to smash something, why does Lu Xiaobei have so many "don''ts". Before they were together, Xiaoya though Lu Xiaobei was cool and distant; and after they got together, she seriously got the feeling Lu Xiaobei was a control freak.


    Because my goddess'' original phone is here with me, and her Weibo account there was never logged out, I can see whatever she posts.


    She was so busy those days she had no time to chat with her even at night, but her managerial spirit was still quite firm: don''t stay up late, don''t skip eating your vegetables, don''t forget to exercise, etcetera, etcetera...


    She really likes posting on Weibo, but it''s only visible to herself; sort of like it''s her own diary. One of her posts stated: I''m raising this cute little beast, that never dares approach strangers, nor takes the initiative to expose it''s soft little belly for you to touch. Witnessing the little thing go from being overcautious and sticking its little head out to look about, to become one running amuck while bearing its claws and brandishing its fangs, is the most fulfilling thing I''ve ever done.


    At this Xiaoya really wanted to smash something, why does Lu Xiaobei have so many "don''ts". Before they were together, Xiaoya though Lu Xiaobei was cool and distant; and after they got together, she seriously got the feeling Lu Xiaobei was a control freak.


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    Sometimes we''d study English together, and my goddess would correct my pronunciation word by word; (crushing) her voice when she teaches just sounds so amazing good to the ears; and when I didn''t learn properly, (crushing) her voice when she''s angry is a thing of beauty. (pouting) But when my goddess is really angry, my heart just shatters, shatters at the thought she may not want me any more.


    You guys might be asking: Does the goddess know I can see her posts on Weibo?


    But for Xiaoya, she never thought there was anything particularly great about her summer vacation. During her vacation, she''d probably spend every day at home, revising questions, surfing the web, so much so, there were no days that seemed substantial.


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    "Do you really think I don''t know anything?" Mo Yichen couldn''t stand it any longer. But even though she wanted to knock Xiaoya on the head, she hesitated then added, "Just ask Captain about it later."


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    Between that part of Europe and China there was a six hour time difference, meaning, the times they could get together wasn''t all that much. Xiaoya had to go to school in the day and didn''t return home until night. In the Netherlands, that would be around noon. Most of the times Lu Xiaobei would have things to do so she''d often tell her to not wait up.


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    Anyways, it''s been 30 days since my goddess has left the country, I miss her.


    But, Xiaoya never listened, and would always wait for her until it was one or two in the morning at home, wanting badly to talk to Lu Xiaobei.


    My goddess always teases she''ll give me a ''sense of crisis'' to keep me on my toes, buuut... I know she just as unwilling to do so, too.


    After Xiaoya''s finger wiped it, the spot of red became more pronounced. Rubbing her fingers together, Xiaoya noticed there was something yellowish on them, like concealer. This led her to ask, "Did you get bitten by a mosquito?"


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    She was so busy those days she had no time to chat with her even at night, but her managerial spirit was still quite firm: don''t stay up late, don''t skip eating your vegetables, don''t forget to exercise, etcetera, etcetera...


    How could which university Lu Xiaobei goes to be her business alone, their futures are tied together!


    She really likes posting on Weibo, but it''s only visible to herself; sort of like it''s her own diary. One of her posts stated: I''m raising this cute little beast, that never dares approach strangers, nor takes the initiative to expose it''s soft little belly for you to touch. Witnessing the little thing go from being overcautious and sticking its little head out to look about, to become one running amuck while bearing its claws and brandishing its fangs, is the most fulfilling thing I''ve ever done.


    Yu Xiaoya''a reply:


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    Right then, the golden rays from the sun shined through the window and into the classroom, and Xiaoya observed the beams of light as they landed on her deskmate, a beauty truly is a treat for the eyes.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    Xiaoya: Huh?


    On the last day of the second semester for the first year highschoolers, every single one of the students in the classroom were looking forward to their summer vacation. They have no interest in learning at the moment, as they either twirl their pens or stare out of the windows dazedly¡ªthey were clearly restless.


    Surprisingly, Xiaoya''s mother was shocked by the occurrence, thinking it was brought on by her daughter''s character changing for the better, as she got up everyday before there was even light just to practice her English in stride. It made her really want to make her daughter some delicious food to make up for early hour.


    But for Xiaoya, she never thought there was anything particularly great about her summer vacation. During her vacation, she''d probably spend every day at home, revising questions, surfing the web, so much so, there were no days that seemed substantial.


    N/A


    At this Xiaoya really wanted to smash something, why does Lu Xiaobei have so many "don''ts". Before they were together, Xiaoya though Lu Xiaobei was cool and distant; and after they got together, she seriously got the feeling Lu Xiaobei was a control freak.


    Anyhow, while sitting in that class, Xiaoya let out a deep sigh. Even though it was the holiday period soon, she still couldn''t see Lu Xiaobei more than once a day regardless.


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line that wants to be with her goddess every single day ¡ª¡ª


    Right then, the golden rays from the sun shined through the window and into the classroom, and Xiaoya observed the beams of light as they landed on her deskmate, a beauty truly is a treat for the eyes.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    Surprisingly, Xiaoya''s mother was shocked by the occurrence, thinking it was brought on by her daughter''s character changing for the better, as she got up everyday before there was even light just to practice her English in stride. It made her really want to make her daughter some delicious food to make up for early hour.


    PS: The college entrance exams results are out ad my goddess did pretty well. I''m super looking forward to seeing her back here, but I''m also super scared of us having to separate again.


    But for Xiaoya, she never thought there was anything particularly great about her summer vacation. During her vacation, she''d probably spend every day at home, revising questions, surfing the web, so much so, there were no days that seemed substantial.


    Surprisingly, Xiaoya''s mother was shocked by the occurrence, thinking it was brought on by her daughter''s character changing for the better, as she got up everyday before there was even light just to practice her English in stride. It made her really want to make her daughter some delicious food to make up for early hour.


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    "Yichen, what happened to your neck?" Xiaoya noticed a faint little blotch of red on Yichen''s neck. I looked like a poisonous bug bite¡ªher hand reaching out to touch Yichen''s neck.


    After Xiaoya''s hand touched her neck, Mo Yichen grabbed it, saying, "Don''t make trouble."


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    Surprisingly, Xiaoya''s mother was shocked by the occurrence, thinking it was brought on by her daughter''s character changing for the better, as she got up everyday before there was even light just to practice her English in stride. It made her really want to make her daughter some delicious food to make up for early hour.


    Anyhow, while sitting in that class, Xiaoya let out a deep sigh. Even though it was the holiday period soon, she still couldn''t see Lu Xiaobei more than once a day regardless.


    Not at all sounding mad, Mo Yichen said, "That''s not what I meant."


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    N/A


    After Xiaoya''s hand touched her neck, Mo Yichen grabbed it, saying, "Don''t make trouble."


    Not at all sounding mad, Mo Yichen said, "That''s not what I meant."


    That is true, though. Even though there are a lot of people who like my goddess, I believe the only one she likes is me. So my ''sense of security'' at this instance is set to the extreme!


    Well, before she makes a post, she would tell me about it ahead of time, every time, then she''ll make her post. Ordinary people won''t understand it all if I say it this way~


    Because my goddess'' original phone is here with me, and her Weibo account there was never logged out, I can see whatever she posts.


    After Xiaoya''s finger wiped it, the spot of red became more pronounced. Rubbing her fingers together, Xiaoya noticed there was something yellowish on them, like concealer. This led her to ask, "Did you get bitten by a mosquito?"


    Mo Yichen sometimes looks art her as she would a small child with a learning issues, and Lu Xiaobei only tells her to ''study hard, have fun, and not worry so much about other things.''


    After Xiaoya''s finger wiped it, the spot of red became more pronounced. Rubbing her fingers together, Xiaoya noticed there was something yellowish on them, like concealer. This led her to ask, "Did you get bitten by a mosquito?"


    After Xiaoya''s finger wiped it, the spot of red became more pronounced. Rubbing her fingers together, Xiaoya noticed there was something yellowish on them, like concealer. This led her to ask, "Did you get bitten by a mosquito?"


    But, Xiaoya never listened, and would always wait for her until it was one or two in the morning at home, wanting badly to talk to Lu Xiaobei.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    Sometimes we''d study English together, and my goddess would correct my pronunciation word by word; (crushing) her voice when she teaches just sounds so amazing good to the ears; and when I didn''t learn properly, (crushing) her voice when she''s angry is a thing of beauty. (pouting) But when my goddess is really angry, my heart just shatters, shatters at the thought she may not want me any more.


    You guys might be asking: Does the goddess know I can see her posts on Weibo?


    Mo Yichen: "...yeah."


    She was so busy those days she had no time to chat with her even at night, but her managerial spirit was still quite firm: don''t stay up late, don''t skip eating your vegetables, don''t forget to exercise, etcetera, etcetera...


    Xiaoya: "Oh, it''s definitely the ''venomous'' kind of mosquito, then. Back in junior high when I did my military training¡ªnot in school, but in a huge unit¡ªthe mosquitoes there were especially venomous, when they bit someone the person would leak pus. The bite would swell all the way into a huge bump and take more than twenty days to heal. They weren''t as red as yours, but they were really hard."


    Isn''t that a contradiction!


    Mo Yichen stared at Mo Yichen frostily, looking at Yu Xiaoya a if she were an idiot. Xiaoya couldn''t cope with Lu Xiaobei''s anger, neither could she handle Mo Yichen''s frost. So, in an act of surrender, he said, "Alright, okay, okay. I''ll just keep studying, alright?" Taking up her pen, and pretending to take notes.


    Xiaoya: Huh?


    After Xiaoya''s hand touched her neck, Mo Yichen grabbed it, saying, "Don''t make trouble."


    As for Lu Xiaobei...


    Anyways, it''s been 30 days since my goddess has left the country, I miss her.


    "Do you really think I don''t know anything?" Mo Yichen couldn''t stand it any longer. But even though she wanted to knock Xiaoya on the head, she hesitated then added, "Just ask Captain about it later."


    Not at all sounding mad, Mo Yichen said, "That''s not what I meant."


    You guys might be asking: Does the goddess know I can see her posts on Weibo?


    N/A


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line that wants to be with her goddess every single day ¡ª¡ª


    She really likes posting on Weibo, but it''s only visible to herself; sort of like it''s her own diary. One of her posts stated: I''m raising this cute little beast, that never dares approach strangers, nor takes the initiative to expose it''s soft little belly for you to touch. Witnessing the little thing go from being overcautious and sticking its little head out to look about, to become one running amuck while bearing its claws and brandishing its fangs, is the most fulfilling thing I''ve ever done.


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    Xiaoya: "Huh?"


    Long Distance Relationship


    "Yichen, what happened to your neck?" Xiaoya noticed a faint little blotch of red on Yichen''s neck. I looked like a poisonous bug bite¡ªher hand reaching out to touch Yichen''s neck.


    Every day, promptly at 6 a.m., my goddess calls me up; at the same time in the Netherlands it''s the wee hours of the morning. My goddess still hasn''t gone to sleep as yet, because there''s not enough time for us to meet every day. My previous form was that of a couch potato, so before I used to first be bombarded by the alarm clock''s attack, then later, I would have my soul ripped awake by my mom; but the way my goddess wakes me up is...(blushes)


    Sometimes we''d study English together, and my goddess would correct my pronunciation word by word; (crushing) her voice when she teaches just sounds so amazing good to the ears; and when I didn''t learn properly, (crushing) her voice when she''s angry is a thing of beauty. (pouting) But when my goddess is really angry, my heart just shatters, shatters at the thought she may not want me any more.


    But, how can my goddess ever not want me, (???)~


    After Xiaoya''s hand touched her neck, Mo Yichen grabbed it, saying, "Don''t make trouble."


    Between that part of Europe and China there was a six hour time difference, meaning, the times they could get together wasn''t all that much. Xiaoya had to go to school in the day and didn''t return home until night. In the Netherlands, that would be around noon. Most of the times Lu Xiaobei would have things to do so she''d often tell her to not wait up.


    "Do you really think I don''t know anything?" Mo Yichen couldn''t stand it any longer. But even though she wanted to knock Xiaoya on the head, she hesitated then added, "Just ask Captain about it later."


    At this Xiaoya really wanted to smash something, why does Lu Xiaobei have so many "don''ts". Before they were together, Xiaoya though Lu Xiaobei was cool and distant; and after they got together, she seriously got the feeling Lu Xiaobei was a control freak.


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    Between that part of Europe and China there was a six hour time difference, meaning, the times they could get together wasn''t all that much. Xiaoya had to go to school in the day and didn''t return home until night. In the Netherlands, that would be around noon. Most of the times Lu Xiaobei would have things to do so she''d often tell her to not wait up.


    Xiaoya: Huh?


    What''s it like being friends with a goddess?


    As for Lu Xiaobei...


    ¡ª¡ª From the dividing line that wants to be with her goddess every single day ¡ª¡ª


    Not at all sounding mad, Mo Yichen said, "That''s not what I meant."


    She really likes posting on Weibo, but it''s only visible to herself; sort of like it''s her own diary. One of her posts stated: I''m raising this cute little beast, that never dares approach strangers, nor takes the initiative to expose it''s soft little belly for you to touch. Witnessing the little thing go from being overcautious and sticking its little head out to look about, to become one running amuck while bearing its claws and brandishing its fangs, is the most fulfilling thing I''ve ever done.


    It was Xiaoya''s profound belief that despite her escape from being ranked with the dregs at her school, in the food chain with Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen she''s still at the bottom.


    PS: The college entrance exams results are out ad my goddess did pretty well. I''m super looking forward to seeing her back here, but I''m also super scared of us having to separate again.


    Mo Yichen sometimes looks art her as she would a small child with a learning issues, and Lu Xiaobei only tells her to ''study hard, have fun, and not worry so much about other things.''


    Mo Yichen sometimes looks art her as she would a small child with a learning issues, and Lu Xiaobei only tells her to ''study hard, have fun, and not worry so much about other things.''


    How can she not worry about things! The first batch of college admission results have already been started. Lu Xiaobei never said which school and major she signed up for in hers, but she said Xiaoya would be the first one to know her results.


    "Do you really think I don''t know anything?" Mo Yichen couldn''t stand it any longer. But even though she wanted to knock Xiaoya on the head, she hesitated then added, "Just ask Captain about it later."


    (Don''t enter if you don''t understand)


    Sometimes we''d study English together, and my goddess would correct my pronunciation word by word; (crushing) her voice when she teaches just sounds so amazing good to the ears; and when I didn''t learn properly, (crushing) her voice when she''s angry is a thing of beauty. (pouting) But when my goddess is really angry, my heart just shatters, shatters at the thought she may not want me any more.


    After Xiaoya''s finger wiped it, the spot of red became more pronounced. Rubbing her fingers together, Xiaoya noticed there was something yellowish on them, like concealer. This led her to ask, "Did you get bitten by a mosquito?"


    She was so busy those days she had no time to chat with her even at night, but her managerial spirit was still quite firm: don''t stay up late, don''t skip eating your vegetables, don''t forget to exercise, etcetera, etcetera...


    "Yichen, what happened to your neck?" Xiaoya noticed a faint little blotch of red on Yichen''s neck. I looked like a poisonous bug bite¡ªher hand reaching out to touch Yichen''s neck.


    Mo Yichen sometimes looks art her as she would a small child with a learning issues, and Lu Xiaobei only tells her to ''study hard, have fun, and not worry so much about other things.''


    Isn''t that a contradiction!


    Yu Xiaoya''a reply:


    How could which university Lu Xiaobei goes to be her business alone, their futures are tied together!


    I once whispered to her what I thought, and in return she told me: "It''s because I spoiled you too much that you feel secure enough to act so fearless."


    After some more repeated occurrences, Lu Xiaobei directly gave her ''the look'' for a couple of days and Xiaoya behaved herself a little bit. In the end, however, Lu Xiaobei couldn''t stop Xiaoya''s stubbornness, so the two arranged for a date via video call every morning in China, and for the past dozen or so days it has gone on unbroken.


    Xiaoya: "Oh, it''s definitely the ''venomous'' kind of mosquito, then. Back in junior high when I did my military training¡ªnot in school, but in a huge unit¡ªthe mosquitoes there were especially venomous, when they bit someone the person would leak pus. The bite would swell all the way into a huge bump and take more than twenty days to heal. They weren''t as red as yours, but they were really hard."

 CH 29

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    When school was over, everyone was packing up their book bags, and Xiaoya crumpled her exam papers, directly throwing them into the waste basket at the back of the class.


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    Xiaoya: Was it because of me?


    Xiaoya hesitated for a moment before replying, "There are students in village schools too, you know? Besides, what right do I have to decide other people''s lives?"


    Seeing this, Mo Yichen lifted her brows, saying, "So cool."


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    Lu Xiaobei: Of course, it''s real. Is Nancheng University not good?


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    Xiaoya: "Before now, I always used to take them back home. I got two drawers filled with them, but I never cracked them open after that to read over even once."


    On QQ.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    Mo Yichen: "Didn''t Mr Nan say to make a copy book with all the incorrect questions?"


    Congratulations, you''ve been accepted to our school''s Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Program. Please report to the school with this notice for registration.


    Because Xiaoya had so many stamps, there were a lot of foreign pals overseas willing to exchange postcards with her.


    Having no response for a while, Mr Nan then said, "You could''ve just handed the application to me directly."


    Xiaoya: "I already cut out a few of the incorrect questions and stuck them directly in my notebook. So if I ever need them, they be directly where I can see them." Besides, for those questions she got wrong, Lu Xiaobei knows how to explain it much clearer than her teacher.


    Seeing this, Mo Yichen lifted her brows, saying, "So cool."


    Lu Xiaobei: I booked a ticket for a flight next weekend. Xiaoya, your vacation started. Come meet me at Nancheng airport.


    Xiaoya: No, I just thought you would be going to Beijing.


    "My apologies." After Xiaoya said this, she put on her backpack and left the classroom with Mo Yichen.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    While reading a postcard, she walked to her family''s apartment and opened the door. "Mom, I''m home."


    Speaking of Mr. Caocao himself, and the teacher Xiaoya find the most disagreeable in the entire school, Mr Nan walked over to Xiaoya''s desk, asking, "Yu Xiaoya, did you bring application form today?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Oh. I thought it''d arrive in a couple days. When I filled it out before I put your home address on it directly. I wanted you to be the first to know.


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    Lu Xiaobei: Of course, it''s real. Is Nancheng University not good?


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    Mo Yichen: "Didn''t Mr Nan say to make a copy book with all the incorrect questions?"


    N/A


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    "At least he''s a teacher that graduated from a notable science program and has years of teaching experience. A teacher like that is still hard to come by in village schools. Some people have an easy live and still have enough energy to fix those things." Mo Yichen then added, "Maybe you don''t have to say anything to Captain and he''ll still end up going, hm?"


    She then replied, "I brought it."


    But now, most of the time, Xiaoya can complete an entire conversation for a card on her own. At night, sitting alone in front of her desk, she''s able to write a full postcard.


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    Xiaoya: Why is it Nancheng University?


    Letter of...


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    It was a recommendation she got from Lu Xiaobei as a way to practice her English.


    Having no response for a while, Mr Nan then said, "You could''ve just handed the application to me directly."


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    Mo Yichen: "Didn''t Mr Nan say to make a copy book with all the incorrect questions?"


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    "I applied to be transferred to the liberal arts course." Xiaoya rested the school bag she was holding in her hands on the desk then added, "Mr Nan, you want to snatch the wool as well as not putting in the energy required to catch the sheepT/n: (for the entire sentence) take advantage/use loopholes or scheming to reap benefits. His grift will be explained below. Also note Xiaoya is using polite terms when speaking to him., guess it''s time for a replacement, huh? Is it because I seem obedient, and easy to persuade?"


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    Xiaoya''s voice was not loud, but there were still five or six students who had yet to leave the classroom at that moment, and things were very quiet, so there were some who stopped in their tracks to look her way.


    Because Xiaoya had so many stamps, there were a lot of foreign pals overseas willing to exchange postcards with her.


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    Lu Xiaobei: Oh. I thought it''d arrive in a couple days. When I filled it out before I put your home address on it directly. I wanted you to be the first to know.


    Some of these words were already held back in Xiaoya''s heart for far too long. "With class spy matter before, you not saying a fair word in my defence¡ªfine. Maybe I had my own issues that made so many people suspect me. But this time???"


    When Lu Xiaobei left, she gave Xiaoya four hundred and fifty stamps and airmail envelopes. Saying, "As long as you want to say it, want to write it, and desire it as deeply as you can, languages are the same."


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    Lu Xiaobei: Oh. I thought it''d arrive in a couple days. When I filled it out before I put your home address on it directly. I wanted you to be the first to know.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    N/A


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    On the first floor of her apartment building, Xiaoya opens the mailbox where there were two PC postcards. The PC in full stood for postcrossing, which is a postcard mailing website. Everyone who registers on the website an sends a postcard can receive at least one postcard from someone else in another country.


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    "No. I chose liberal arts and he teaches chemistry so I probably won''t ever meet him again. But I''m not happy when I think about him getting more experience over the years, and him teaching more honours classes in the future year after year. He''s going to wreck even more younger students."


    "My apologies." After Xiaoya said this, she put on her backpack and left the classroom with Mo Yichen.


    Xiaoya: Why is it Nancheng University?


    When Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had walked far enough, Mo Yichen asked, "Has your anger subsided?"


    While reading a postcard, she walked to her family''s apartment and opened the door. "Mom, I''m home."


    "No. I chose liberal arts and he teaches chemistry so I probably won''t ever meet him again. But I''m not happy when I think about him getting more experience over the years, and him teaching more honours classes in the future year after year. He''s going to wreck even more younger students."


    Xiaoya hesitated for a moment before replying, "There are students in village schools too, you know? Besides, what right do I have to decide other people''s lives?"


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    Xiaoya: "I already cut out a few of the incorrect questions and stuck them directly in my notebook. So if I ever need them, they be directly where I can see them." Besides, for those questions she got wrong, Lu Xiaobei knows how to explain it much clearer than her teacher.


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    Xiaoya hesitated for a moment before replying, "There are students in village schools too, you know? Besides, what right do I have to decide other people''s lives?"


    Xiaoya''s mother was sitting on the sofa. Seeing Xiaoya returned, she pointed to the entryway. "You got a package."


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    These postcard exchanges also required communication. In the beginning, Xiaoya used her phone to type the English sentences for her PC, having to open a translation app to correct any of her grammatical mistakes.


    "At least he''s a teacher that graduated from a notable science program and has years of teaching experience. A teacher like that is still hard to come by in village schools. Some people have an easy live and still have enough energy to fix those things." Mo Yichen then added, "Maybe you don''t have to say anything to Captain and he''ll still end up going, hm?"


    Just as she sent it, Xiaoya deleted it, having no idea if Lu Xiaobei saw it.


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    But now, most of the time, Xiaoya can complete an entire conversation for a card on her own. At night, sitting alone in front of her desk, she''s able to write a full postcard.


    Seeing this, Mo Yichen lifted her brows, saying, "So cool."


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    "That''s none of my business," Xiaoya stated.


    Xiaoya: Is this real?


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    N/A


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    Lu Xiaobei: Actually, I have some more good news for you. I was planning to tell you in a few days, but I want you to feel even happier right now.


    Xiaoya and Mo Yichen walked together until they arrived at the intersection. From there, Mo Yichen walked to the bus stop, then too a bus straight home. Even though she asked her parents otherwise, they still insisted she should remain living at home and for the small house near the school to be rented out. Xiaoya turned around and made her own way home.


    When school was over, everyone was packing up their book bags, and Xiaoya crumpled her exam papers, directly throwing them into the waste basket at the back of the class.


    Xiaoya: Is this real?


    Some of these words were already held back in Xiaoya''s heart for far too long. "With class spy matter before, you not saying a fair word in my defence¡ªfine. Maybe I had my own issues that made so many people suspect me. But this time???"


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    On the first floor of her apartment building, Xiaoya opens the mailbox where there were two PC postcards. The PC in full stood for postcrossing, which is a postcard mailing website. Everyone who registers on the website an sends a postcard can receive at least one postcard from someone else in another country.


    Lu Xiaobei: I booked a ticket for a flight next weekend. Xiaoya, your vacation started. Come meet me at Nancheng airport.


    On the first floor of her apartment building, Xiaoya opens the mailbox where there were two PC postcards. The PC in full stood for postcrossing, which is a postcard mailing website. Everyone who registers on the website an sends a postcard can receive at least one postcard from someone else in another country.


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    Seeing this, Mo Yichen lifted her brows, saying, "So cool."


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    It was a recommendation she got from Lu Xiaobei as a way to practice her English.


    Xiaoya: No, I just thought you would be going to Beijing.


    ! ! !


    Xiaoya''s voice was not loud, but there were still five or six students who had yet to leave the classroom at that moment, and things were very quiet, so there were some who stopped in their tracks to look her way.


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    "At least he''s a teacher that graduated from a notable science program and has years of teaching experience. A teacher like that is still hard to come by in village schools. Some people have an easy live and still have enough energy to fix those things." Mo Yichen then added, "Maybe you don''t have to say anything to Captain and he''ll still end up going, hm?"


    Xiaoya: "Before now, I always used to take them back home. I got two drawers filled with them, but I never cracked them open after that to read over even once."


    "My apologies." After Xiaoya said this, she put on her backpack and left the classroom with Mo Yichen.


    When Lu Xiaobei left, she gave Xiaoya four hundred and fifty stamps and airmail envelopes. Saying, "As long as you want to say it, want to write it, and desire it as deeply as you can, languages are the same."


    Mo Yichen: "Didn''t Mr Nan say to make a copy book with all the incorrect questions?"


    Xiaoya: "Before now, I always used to take them back home. I got two drawers filled with them, but I never cracked them open after that to read over even once."


    While reading a postcard, she walked to her family''s apartment and opened the door. "Mom, I''m home."


    Lu Xiaobei: Oh. I thought it''d arrive in a couple days. When I filled it out before I put your home address on it directly. I wanted you to be the first to know.


    On the first floor of her apartment building, Xiaoya opens the mailbox where there were two PC postcards. The PC in full stood for postcrossing, which is a postcard mailing website. Everyone who registers on the website an sends a postcard can receive at least one postcard from someone else in another country.


    "That''s none of my business," Xiaoya stated.


    Speaking of Mr. Caocao himself, and the teacher Xiaoya find the most disagreeable in the entire school, Mr Nan walked over to Xiaoya''s desk, asking, "Yu Xiaoya, did you bring application form today?"


    Because Xiaoya had so many stamps, there were a lot of foreign pals overseas willing to exchange postcards with her.


    ¡ª¡ªNancheng University Student Admissions Committee


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    N/A


    These postcard exchanges also required communication. In the beginning, Xiaoya used her phone to type the English sentences for her PC, having to open a translation app to correct any of her grammatical mistakes.


    Xiaoya: "I already cut out a few of the incorrect questions and stuck them directly in my notebook. So if I ever need them, they be directly where I can see them." Besides, for those questions she got wrong, Lu Xiaobei knows how to explain it much clearer than her teacher.


    Congratulations, you''ve been accepted to our school''s Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Program. Please report to the school with this notice for registration.


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    Congratulations, you''ve been accepted to our school''s Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Program. Please report to the school with this notice for registration.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    But now, most of the time, Xiaoya can complete an entire conversation for a card on her own. At night, sitting alone in front of her desk, she''s able to write a full postcard.


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    While reading a postcard, she walked to her family''s apartment and opened the door. "Mom, I''m home."


    ! ! !


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    "My apologies." After Xiaoya said this, she put on her backpack and left the classroom with Mo Yichen.


    Xiaoya then inspected the quality of the admissions letter, which did not look fake so she ripped it open quickly¡ª


    Miss Lu Xiaobei (ID number: XXXX)


    Xiaoya''s mother was sitting on the sofa. Seeing Xiaoya returned, she pointed to the entryway. "You got a package."


    Xiaoya was stunned, muttering, "I didn''t buy anything..." With the postcard in her hand it was not easy to open the package, so she just took it to her room.


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    It was a recommendation she got from Lu Xiaobei as a way to practice her English.


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    Xiaoya: Captain! Captain! I just got this. [pic]


    "That''s none of my business," Xiaoya stated.


    But now, most of the time, Xiaoya can complete an entire conversation for a card on her own. At night, sitting alone in front of her desk, she''s able to write a full postcard.


    Xiaoya was stunned, muttering, "I didn''t buy anything..." With the postcard in her hand it was not easy to open the package, so she just took it to her room.


    Letter of...


    "I applied to be transferred to the liberal arts course." Xiaoya rested the school bag she was holding in her hands on the desk then added, "Mr Nan, you want to snatch the wool as well as not putting in the energy required to catch the sheepT/n: (for the entire sentence) take advantage/use loopholes or scheming to reap benefits. His grift will be explained below. Also note Xiaoya is using polite terms when speaking to him., guess it''s time for a replacement, huh? Is it because I seem obedient, and easy to persuade?"


    "At least he''s a teacher that graduated from a notable science program and has years of teaching experience. A teacher like that is still hard to come by in village schools. Some people have an easy live and still have enough energy to fix those things." Mo Yichen then added, "Maybe you don''t have to say anything to Captain and he''ll still end up going, hm?"


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    "That''s none of my business," Xiaoya stated.


    Xiaoya''s mother was sitting on the sofa. Seeing Xiaoya returned, she pointed to the entryway. "You got a package."


    Lu Xiaobei: Actually, I have some more good news for you. I was planning to tell you in a few days, but I want you to feel even happier right now.


    Speaking of Mr. Caocao himself, and the teacher Xiaoya find the most disagreeable in the entire school, Mr Nan walked over to Xiaoya''s desk, asking, "Yu Xiaoya, did you bring application form today?"


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    Xiaoya: Why is it Nancheng University?


    ! ! !


    She then replied, "I brought it."


    "I applied to be transferred to the liberal arts course." Xiaoya rested the school bag she was holding in her hands on the desk then added, "Mr Nan, you want to snatch the wool as well as not putting in the energy required to catch the sheepT/n: (for the entire sentence) take advantage/use loopholes or scheming to reap benefits. His grift will be explained below. Also note Xiaoya is using polite terms when speaking to him., guess it''s time for a replacement, huh? Is it because I seem obedient, and easy to persuade?"


    Miss Lu Xiaobei (ID number: XXXX)


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    Mo Yichen: "Didn''t Mr Nan say to make a copy book with all the incorrect questions?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    Speaking of Mr. Caocao himself, and the teacher Xiaoya find the most disagreeable in the entire school, Mr Nan walked over to Xiaoya''s desk, asking, "Yu Xiaoya, did you bring application form today?"


    Xiaoya then inspected the quality of the admissions letter, which did not look fake so she ripped it open quickly¡ª


    "I applied to be transferred to the liberal arts course." Xiaoya rested the school bag she was holding in her hands on the desk then added, "Mr Nan, you want to snatch the wool as well as not putting in the energy required to catch the sheepT/n: (for the entire sentence) take advantage/use loopholes or scheming to reap benefits. His grift will be explained below. Also note Xiaoya is using polite terms when speaking to him., guess it''s time for a replacement, huh? Is it because I seem obedient, and easy to persuade?"


    Miss Lu Xiaobei (ID number: XXXX)


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    Congratulations, you''ve been accepted to our school''s Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Program. Please report to the school with this notice for registration.


    Xiaoya: Captain! Captain! I just got this. [pic]


    Because Xiaoya had so many stamps, there were a lot of foreign pals overseas willing to exchange postcards with her.


    Because Xiaoya had so many stamps, there were a lot of foreign pals overseas willing to exchange postcards with her.


    ¡ª¡ªNancheng University Student Admissions Committee


    Xiaoya then inspected the quality of the admissions letter, which did not look fake so she ripped it open quickly¡ª


    It was a recommendation she got from Lu Xiaobei as a way to practice her English.


    "My apologies." After Xiaoya said this, she put on her backpack and left the classroom with Mo Yichen.


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    Xiaoya: Is this real?


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    On QQ.


    Lu Xiaobei: Actually, I have some more good news for you. I was planning to tell you in a few days, but I want you to feel even happier right now.


    Xiaoya: Captain! Captain! I just got this. [pic]


    Having no response for a while, Mr Nan then said, "You could''ve just handed the application to me directly."


    Lu Xiaobei: Of course, it''s real. Is Nancheng University not good?


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    "What is this?" Xiaoya looked at the name on the package, and it was indeed her own. She squeezed the big envelope, the insides were hard, like cardboard case, so she tore it open directly...


    Xiaoya froze. Why was it Nancheng University? She thought Lu Xiaobei would be going to Beijing.


    Lu Xiaobei: Oh. I thought it''d arrive in a couple days. When I filled it out before I put your home address on it directly. I wanted you to be the first to know.


    Miss Lu Xiaobei (ID number: XXXX)


    Xiaoya was typing with tears in her eyes at this point: No, no way. It''s just you staying in Nancheng means we''ll be able to meet each other often. Nothing can beat that.


    Having no response for a while, Mr Nan then said, "You could''ve just handed the application to me directly."


    When Lu Xiaobei left, she gave Xiaoya four hundred and fifty stamps and airmail envelopes. Saying, "As long as you want to say it, want to write it, and desire it as deeply as you can, languages are the same."


    "Firstly, the school has rules which state a teacher cannot interfere in a student''s choosing between the arts and the sciences. Secondly, but I have seniors who told me about your deeds in the past two years." Xiaoya then continued, "First you allow students to apply and put their names onto the transfer roster of your class. Then, if the student has a high average score, they would obviously get into your class. But, if their grades are just on the line, to you they''re just dispensable. You''ll check to see if any other of the honours class teachers are planning to accept them, and if no one accepts them, you''ll go on to tell them that their exam score was too far from the line and there''s nothing you an do about it.


    Xiaoya then inspected the quality of the admissions letter, which did not look fake so she ripped it open quickly¡ª


    Xiaoya: Was it because of me?


    Xiaoya: Is this real?


    "No. I chose liberal arts and he teaches chemistry so I probably won''t ever meet him again. But I''m not happy when I think about him getting more experience over the years, and him teaching more honours classes in the future year after year. He''s going to wreck even more younger students."


    These postcard exchanges also required communication. In the beginning, Xiaoya used her phone to type the English sentences for her PC, having to open a translation app to correct any of her grammatical mistakes.


    Letter of...


    Xiaoya rolled her eyes internally. Why won''t you give up!


    Afterwards, their parents will come to see you and you''ll just ''reluctantly'' accept them. Mr Nan, does my family really seem like the type with money than they do sense to you?"


    Xiaoya: Why is it Nancheng University?


    Xiaoya: "Before now, I always used to take them back home. I got two drawers filled with them, but I never cracked them open after that to read over even once."


    Lu Xiaobei: Of course, it''s real. Is Nancheng University not good?


    When Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had walked far enough, Mo Yichen asked, "Has your anger subsided?"


    But now, most of the time, Xiaoya can complete an entire conversation for a card on her own. At night, sitting alone in front of her desk, she''s able to write a full postcard.


    Letter of...


    Seeing this, Mo Yichen lifted her brows, saying, "So cool."


    Some of these words were already held back in Xiaoya''s heart for far too long. "With class spy matter before, you not saying a fair word in my defence¡ªfine. Maybe I had my own issues that made so many people suspect me. But this time???"


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    Xiaoya and Mo Yichen walked together until they arrived at the intersection. From there, Mo Yichen walked to the bus stop, then too a bus straight home. Even though she asked her parents otherwise, they still insisted she should remain living at home and for the small house near the school to be rented out. Xiaoya turned around and made her own way home.


    Xiaoya: No, I just thought you would be going to Beijing.


    "My apologies." After Xiaoya said this, she put on her backpack and left the classroom with Mo Yichen.


    "I applied to be transferred to the liberal arts course." Xiaoya rested the school bag she was holding in her hands on the desk then added, "Mr Nan, you want to snatch the wool as well as not putting in the energy required to catch the sheepT/n: (for the entire sentence) take advantage/use loopholes or scheming to reap benefits. His grift will be explained below. Also note Xiaoya is using polite terms when speaking to him., guess it''s time for a replacement, huh? Is it because I seem obedient, and easy to persuade?"


    Xiaoya: "I already cut out a few of the incorrect questions and stuck them directly in my notebook. So if I ever need them, they be directly where I can see them." Besides, for those questions she got wrong, Lu Xiaobei knows how to explain it much clearer than her teacher.


    Lu Xiaobei: Nancheng University is one of the top three in the country for my major, and applying to the other two was too risky.


    N/A


    Xiaoya: Was it because of me?


    Lu Xiaobei: Of course, it''s real. Is Nancheng University not good?


    Xiaoya: Captain! Captain! I just got this. [pic]


    But Xiaoya added, "I already gave to Miss Xu from class one." Miss Xu was the female teacher who was in charge of the winter camp, in addition to being one of the head teacher of he grade two liberal arts classes. Xiaoya also like her a lot.


    Xiaoya: Why is it Nancheng University?


    N/A


    Just as she sent it, Xiaoya deleted it, having no idea if Lu Xiaobei saw it.


    Some of these words were already held back in Xiaoya''s heart for far too long. "With class spy matter before, you not saying a fair word in my defence¡ªfine. Maybe I had my own issues that made so many people suspect me. But this time???"


    When school was over, everyone was packing up their book bags, and Xiaoya crumpled her exam papers, directly throwing them into the waste basket at the back of the class.


    But now, most of the time, Xiaoya can complete an entire conversation for a card on her own. At night, sitting alone in front of her desk, she''s able to write a full postcard.


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    Mo Yichen: "Then why don''t you tell Captain? Let him get transferred to a school in a village or something?"


    It was a recommendation she got from Lu Xiaobei as a way to practice her English.


    Xiaoya was typing with tears in her eyes at this point: No, no way. It''s just you staying in Nancheng means we''ll be able to meet each other often. Nothing can beat that.


    These postcard exchanges also required communication. In the beginning, Xiaoya used her phone to type the English sentences for her PC, having to open a translation app to correct any of her grammatical mistakes.


    Lu Xiaobei: What... do you think it''s more respectable to have a girlfriend in one of the Top 2?


    When school was over, everyone was packing up their book bags, and Xiaoya crumpled her exam papers, directly throwing them into the waste basket at the back of the class.


    When Lu Xiaobei left, she gave Xiaoya four hundred and fifty stamps and airmail envelopes. Saying, "As long as you want to say it, want to write it, and desire it as deeply as you can, languages are the same."


    Xiaoya was stunned, muttering, "I didn''t buy anything..." With the postcard in her hand it was not easy to open the package, so she just took it to her room.


    Letter of Admission. Is this Lu Xiaobei''s? Why wasn''t it sent to her house?


    "I applied to be transferred to the liberal arts course." Xiaoya rested the school bag she was holding in her hands on the desk then added, "Mr Nan, you want to snatch the wool as well as not putting in the energy required to catch the sheepT/n: (for the entire sentence) take advantage/use loopholes or scheming to reap benefits. His grift will be explained below. Also note Xiaoya is using polite terms when speaking to him., guess it''s time for a replacement, huh? Is it because I seem obedient, and easy to persuade?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Actually, I have some more good news for you. I was planning to tell you in a few days, but I want you to feel even happier right now.


    Xiaoya was typing with tears in her eyes at this point: No, no way. It''s just you staying in Nancheng means we''ll be able to meet each other often. Nothing can beat that.


    "No. I chose liberal arts and he teaches chemistry so I probably won''t ever meet him again. But I''m not happy when I think about him getting more experience over the years, and him teaching more honours classes in the future year after year. He''s going to wreck even more younger students."


    It was a recommendation she got from Lu Xiaobei as a way to practice her English.


    When Xiaoya and Mo Yichen had walked far enough, Mo Yichen asked, "Has your anger subsided?"


    Xiaoya was stunned, muttering, "I didn''t buy anything..." With the postcard in her hand it was not easy to open the package, so she just took it to her room.


    Xiaoya: What is it?


    Xiaoya and Mo Yichen walked together until they arrived at the intersection. From there, Mo Yichen walked to the bus stop, then too a bus straight home. Even though she asked her parents otherwise, they still insisted she should remain living at home and for the small house near the school to be rented out. Xiaoya turned around and made her own way home.


    Lu Xiaobei: I booked a ticket for a flight next weekend. Xiaoya, your vacation started. Come meet me at Nancheng airport.


    Xiaoya: Was it because of me?


    "Then give it to me. "Mr Nan''s face held a faint smile.


    Xiaoya''s voice was not loud, but there were still five or six students who had yet to leave the classroom at that moment, and things were very quiet, so there were some who stopped in their tracks to look her way.


    When Lu Xiaobei left, she gave Xiaoya four hundred and fifty stamps and airmail envelopes. Saying, "As long as you want to say it, want to write it, and desire it as deeply as you can, languages are the same."


    Mo Yichen: "Didn''t Mr Nan say to make a copy book with all the incorrect questions?"

 CH 30

    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    The taxi driver: "Because it written all over your face, young lady."


    "You want to come back to my place with me?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Lu Xiaobei continued, "They should be able to meet their idol, right?" Lu Xiaobei looked at the surrounding scenery, thinking about how she ran left and right with the fans more or less brought to the airport, and so felt a bit guilty.


    Xiaoya giggled in front of the mirror.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what were they doing following us?"


    Not far from where Xiaoya was sitting were a few girls wearing the same hat and holding the same sign in their hands. They looked like supporters of some pop-star, and Xiaoya listened to their chattering to past the time during her boredom.


    Xiaoya: "Yep, and she''s super beautiful, so I don''t want to lose."


    Having been left out of breath by Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya huffed. "Hey, w-wait."


    Xiaoya felt the sudden appearance of a nimble tongue, one opposing her own, teasing to its heart content as it continued its constant attack, sucking and entering as it pleased.


    Xiaoya stepped forward, walking towards that person. But, before Xiaoya could say a word, she was pulled into a fierce kiss.


    Xiaoya looked at the time, there were still two hours before Lu Xiaobei''s flight to Nancheng arrived, and it would take her an hour at the most to make it to the airport from her house. When will this wait be over already!


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    The girl: "There''s a lot of people at the airport, so pay attention everybody. Last time in Shanghai Han-jie thought there were no fans to receive her so she left right away. This time, we need to keep our eyes peeled."


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    Xiaoya looked at the time, there were still two hours before Lu Xiaobei''s flight to Nancheng arrived, and it would take her an hour at the most to make it to the airport from her house. When will this wait be over already!


    Xiaoya remained a little narcissistic for a while. Lu Xiaobei''s eyes really are seriously good. Perhaps, because it was vacation time, her heart was at ease. Perhaps it was on account of her changing a lot over the last few months. Or perhaps it was because Lu Xiaobei was finally coming home. Because as Xiaoya looked into that mirror, she thought the person within it looked radiant.


    Xiaoya looked at the time, there were still two hours before Lu Xiaobei''s flight to Nancheng arrived, and it would take her an hour at the most to make it to the airport from her house. When will this wait be over already!


    Right then, Xiaoya''s mother opened her door while holding a bag. "Your dad and I are going out, we won''t be back in time for dinner so..." the older woman words remained unfinished, her eyes carefully looking at Xiaoya who appeared to be dressing herself rather attentively, and so asked, "The person you''re going out with today isn''t a boy, right?"


    The girl: "There''s a lot of people at the airport, so pay attention everybody. Last time in Shanghai Han-jie thought there were no fans to receive her so she left right away. This time, we need to keep our eyes peeled."


    Xiaoya: "Back to your place... with you?" If it was before, and Xiaoya was asked by Lu Xiaobei to go over to her house, she would''ve jumped at the chance. But now... given the change in their relationship, when Xiaoya thought of going over to Lu XIaobei''s place it made her extremely nervous.


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    Lu Xiaobei was coming back, and the blossoming spring within her heart could not be hidden at all. "Nope, it''s a girl."


    N/A


    Xiaoya giggled in front of the mirror.


    Xiaoya: "Well, to be honest, I would rather just talk with you, but you look seriously worn out." It makes my heart hurt for you.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    Now a strange scene played out within that airport: four to five girls chasing and yelling after two other girls. It didn''t seem as though they were running to catch a flight, nor did it appear they were yelling about a robbery, so the other folks at the airport simply thought they were just playing around and having fun.


    "Didn''t you say you wanted to go see a movie or take a stroll when today came?" Lu Xiaobei added.


    Xiaoya: "Yep, and she''s super beautiful, so I don''t want to lose."


    Xiaoya: "No, it''s not that. I''m just... not ready. Today, more than anything, I just want to talk to you, alone, face to face, about everything. I... I really missed you."


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    Xiaoya noticed a slender figure walking out the terminal, that person was wearing a black cap.


    Maybe because Xiaoya''s reputation has been remarkably good as of recent, or maybe her mother simply accepted her daughter''s words, no longer pushing the matter to only say, "Have fun with this girl friend of yours, but don''t come home too late, alright?"


    Xiaoya stepped forward, walking towards that person. But, before Xiaoya could say a word, she was pulled into a fierce kiss.


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    The international terminal was on platform T2, and with it being the first time Xiaoya had been there, she was a bit worried getting there, but after a second go around she finally found it.


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    The girls were talking about an idol. "When Han-jie left the Netherlands she posted a selfie. She was wearing a black cap, a black mask and..."


    Xiaoya: "Got it." After Xiaoya''s mother got Xiaoya''s promise, she left with her father.


    Xiaoya: "They look like fans who came to meet some idol."


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    The international terminal was on platform T2, and with it being the first time Xiaoya had been there, she was a bit worried getting there, but after a second go around she finally found it.


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    Lu Xiaobei''s scent was intoxicating, and in that instant all the long, the restlessness, were soothed.


    Right then, Xiaoya''s mother opened her door while holding a bag. "Your dad and I are going out, we won''t be back in time for dinner so..." the older woman words remained unfinished, her eyes carefully looking at Xiaoya who appeared to be dressing herself rather attentively, and so asked, "The person you''re going out with today isn''t a boy, right?"


    ......


    It was a small exit, crowded by people all their for pick ups too.


    Right then, Xiaoya''s mother opened her door while holding a bag. "Your dad and I are going out, we won''t be back in time for dinner so..." the older woman words remained unfinished, her eyes carefully looking at Xiaoya who appeared to be dressing herself rather attentively, and so asked, "The person you''re going out with today isn''t a boy, right?"


    Xiaoya stepped forward, walking towards that person. But, before Xiaoya could say a word, she was pulled into a fierce kiss.


    Some people were standing under the flight board, looking up the times of their companions'' flight to Nancheng. Others were holding signs with hand written names. When someone came out, they held their signs high, while some stood on their toes, craning their necks to look at the airport.


    Tick. Tock. Tick .Tock. Tick .Tock. Time passed by so slowly.


    Xiaoya knew Lu Xiaobei''s flight would be arriving in an hour so she didn''t stand there waiting and went straight for the seats. She wasn''t in the mood to play on her phone so she just sat with her hands folded on her lap, staring blankly at the groups of people hurrying through the airport.


    Out of breath, Xiaoya replied, "You''re wearing the same outfit as their idol, so they mistook you for them, it seems. So... when I said wait, I meant we should stand still and just explain it all clearly."


    Out of breath, Xiaoya replied, "You''re wearing the same outfit as their idol, so they mistook you for them, it seems. So... when I said wait, I meant we should stand still and just explain it all clearly."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    The taxi driver: ?


    Lu Xiaobei was coming back, and the blossoming spring within her heart could not be hidden at all. "Nope, it''s a girl."


    The girls behind them also were at a loss as to what was happening, but seeing them take off, their former few seconds of hesitation long gone as they quickly gave chase.


    Xiaoya looked at the time, there were still two hours before Lu Xiaobei''s flight to Nancheng arrived, and it would take her an hour at the most to make it to the airport from her house. When will this wait be over already!


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    Xiaoya paced around her room a couple more times, she couldn''t wait at all, heading straight to the door and to the airport. She wanted to get there soon, she wanted to see Lu Xiaobei again soon.


    The taxi driver: ?


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    N/A


    Not far from where Xiaoya was sitting were a few girls wearing the same hat and holding the same sign in their hands. They looked like supporters of some pop-star, and Xiaoya listened to their chattering to past the time during her boredom.


    On her way to the airport, upon seeing Xiaoya, the taxi driver asked her with a cheerful chuckle, "Are you off to meet your boyfriend at the airport, dear?"


    Xiaoya: "Yep, and she''s super beautiful, so I don''t want to lose."


    At the same time, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Who were those girls?"


    Xiaoya: "How did you know that, Mister?"


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya into her arms. Xiao then added, "So... how about we go to my house? My mom and dad aren''t home today so you can just take a nap on my bed. After you wake up we can just go out to eat."


    Maybe because Xiaoya''s reputation has been remarkably good as of recent, or maybe her mother simply accepted her daughter''s words, no longer pushing the matter to only say, "Have fun with this girl friend of yours, but don''t come home too late, alright?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what were they doing following us?"


    Xiaoya remained a little narcissistic for a while. Lu Xiaobei''s eyes really are seriously good. Perhaps, because it was vacation time, her heart was at ease. Perhaps it was on account of her changing a lot over the last few months. Or perhaps it was because Lu Xiaobei was finally coming home. Because as Xiaoya looked into that mirror, she thought the person within it looked radiant.


    Xiaoya: "How did you know that, Mister?"


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    "You want to come back to my place with me?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya noticed a slender figure walking out the terminal, that person was wearing a black cap.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    The taxi driver: "Because it written all over your face, young lady."


    Xiaoya then turned her gaze to the scenes speeding by the taxi''s window. Only when she was before strangers did she dare reveal her true heart in such a manner. But the bit of sadness lingering over such sentiments was quickly brushed away by the sweet joy of her soon being able to reunite with Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya stepped forward, walking towards that person. But, before Xiaoya could say a word, she was pulled into a fierce kiss.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    "Han-jie." Xiaoya''s gaze fell behind Lu Xiaobei''s shoulders, directed towards the gossiping girls from earlier who now wore shocked faces, where among them was one holding a camera.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    Xiaoya: "Oh. But it''s not a boyfriend, though, it''s my lover!"


    Lu Xiaobei was coming back, and the blossoming spring within her heart could not be hidden at all. "Nope, it''s a girl."


    Maybe because Xiaoya''s reputation has been remarkably good as of recent, or maybe her mother simply accepted her daughter''s words, no longer pushing the matter to only say, "Have fun with this girl friend of yours, but don''t come home too late, alright?"


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    The taxi driver: ?


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    Xiaoya then turned her gaze to the scenes speeding by the taxi''s window. Only when she was before strangers did she dare reveal her true heart in such a manner. But the bit of sadness lingering over such sentiments was quickly brushed away by the sweet joy of her soon being able to reunite with Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    It was a small exit, crowded by people all their for pick ups too.


    Now a strange scene played out within that airport: four to five girls chasing and yelling after two other girls. It didn''t seem as though they were running to catch a flight, nor did it appear they were yelling about a robbery, so the other folks at the airport simply thought they were just playing around and having fun.


    Reunited


    It was a small exit, crowded by people all their for pick ups too.


    The international terminal was on platform T2, and with it being the first time Xiaoya had been there, she was a bit worried getting there, but after a second go around she finally found it.


    Lu Xiaobei continued, "They should be able to meet their idol, right?" Lu Xiaobei looked at the surrounding scenery, thinking about how she ran left and right with the fans more or less brought to the airport, and so felt a bit guilty.


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    Some folks in the waiting area were tired from their journey and were sleeping, while the ones waiting to be picked up looked restless. Xiaoya felt time itself was passing too slowly.


    Xiaoya: "No, it''s not that. I''m just... not ready. Today, more than anything, I just want to talk to you, alone, face to face, about everything. I... I really missed you."


    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    It was a small exit, crowded by people all their for pick ups too.


    Reunited


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t know how Lu Xiaobei could have such good physical strength. Caring little about the fact she had worn a skirt, Xiaoya squatted down halfway, catching her breath. "I... I just asked you, to wait up."


    Some people were standing under the flight board, looking up the times of their companions'' flight to Nancheng. Others were holding signs with hand written names. When someone came out, they held their signs high, while some stood on their toes, craning their necks to look at the airport.


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    Xiaoya knew Lu Xiaobei''s flight would be arriving in an hour so she didn''t stand there waiting and went straight for the seats. She wasn''t in the mood to play on her phone so she just sat with her hands folded on her lap, staring blankly at the groups of people hurrying through the airport.


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t know how Lu Xiaobei could have such good physical strength. Caring little about the fact she had worn a skirt, Xiaoya squatted down halfway, catching her breath. "I... I just asked you, to wait up."


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    Xiaoya remained a little narcissistic for a while. Lu Xiaobei''s eyes really are seriously good. Perhaps, because it was vacation time, her heart was at ease. Perhaps it was on account of her changing a lot over the last few months. Or perhaps it was because Lu Xiaobei was finally coming home. Because as Xiaoya looked into that mirror, she thought the person within it looked radiant.


    Lu Xiaobei continued, "They should be able to meet their idol, right?" Lu Xiaobei looked at the surrounding scenery, thinking about how she ran left and right with the fans more or less brought to the airport, and so felt a bit guilty.


    N/A


    Some folks in the waiting area were tired from their journey and were sleeping, while the ones waiting to be picked up looked restless. Xiaoya felt time itself was passing too slowly.


    Xiaoya remained a little narcissistic for a while. Lu Xiaobei''s eyes really are seriously good. Perhaps, because it was vacation time, her heart was at ease. Perhaps it was on account of her changing a lot over the last few months. Or perhaps it was because Lu Xiaobei was finally coming home. Because as Xiaoya looked into that mirror, she thought the person within it looked radiant.


    Not far from where Xiaoya was sitting were a few girls wearing the same hat and holding the same sign in their hands. They looked like supporters of some pop-star, and Xiaoya listened to their chattering to past the time during her boredom.


    Maybe because Xiaoya''s reputation has been remarkably good as of recent, or maybe her mother simply accepted her daughter''s words, no longer pushing the matter to only say, "Have fun with this girl friend of yours, but don''t come home too late, alright?"


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    Xiaoya then turned her gaze to the scenes speeding by the taxi''s window. Only when she was before strangers did she dare reveal her true heart in such a manner. But the bit of sadness lingering over such sentiments was quickly brushed away by the sweet joy of her soon being able to reunite with Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    On her way to the airport, upon seeing Xiaoya, the taxi driver asked her with a cheerful chuckle, "Are you off to meet your boyfriend at the airport, dear?"


    The girls were talking about an idol. "When Han-jie left the Netherlands she posted a selfie. She was wearing a black cap, a black mask and..."


    On her way to the airport, upon seeing Xiaoya, the taxi driver asked her with a cheerful chuckle, "Are you off to meet your boyfriend at the airport, dear?"


    Xiaoya noticed a slender figure walking out the terminal, that person was wearing a black cap.


    "Didn''t you say you wanted to go see a movie or take a stroll when today came?" Lu Xiaobei added.


    The girls behind them also were at a loss as to what was happening, but seeing them take off, their former few seconds of hesitation long gone as they quickly gave chase.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    Having been left out of breath by Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya huffed. "Hey, w-wait."


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    Not expecting some of those girls to follow after them, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to be chased by them so she pulled Xiaoya and ran, wanted to lose them.


    The girl: "There''s a lot of people at the airport, so pay attention everybody. Last time in Shanghai Han-jie thought there were no fans to receive her so she left right away. This time, we need to keep our eyes peeled."


    ......


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei continued, "They should be able to meet their idol, right?" Lu Xiaobei looked at the surrounding scenery, thinking about how she ran left and right with the fans more or less brought to the airport, and so felt a bit guilty.


    On her way to the airport, upon seeing Xiaoya, the taxi driver asked her with a cheerful chuckle, "Are you off to meet your boyfriend at the airport, dear?"


    Xiaoya: "Well, to be honest, I would rather just talk with you, but you look seriously worn out." It makes my heart hurt for you.


    Xiaoya stepped forward, walking towards that person. But, before Xiaoya could say a word, she was pulled into a fierce kiss.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya into her arms. Xiao then added, "So... how about we go to my house? My mom and dad aren''t home today so you can just take a nap on my bed. After you wake up we can just go out to eat."


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    Xiaoya looked at the time, there were still two hours before Lu Xiaobei''s flight to Nancheng arrived, and it would take her an hour at the most to make it to the airport from her house. When will this wait be over already!


    Lu Xiaobei''s scent was intoxicating, and in that instant all the long, the restlessness, were soothed.


    Tick. Tock. Tick .Tock. Tick .Tock. Time passed by so slowly.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I thought..."


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya behind a tourist bus where they hid from the other girls.


    Xiaoya: "Yep, and she''s super beautiful, so I don''t want to lose."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya into her arms. Xiao then added, "So... how about we go to my house? My mom and dad aren''t home today so you can just take a nap on my bed. After you wake up we can just go out to eat."


    Xiaoya: "Oh. But it''s not a boyfriend, though, it''s my lover!"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what were they doing following us?"


    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    Xiaoya felt the sudden appearance of a nimble tongue, one opposing her own, teasing to its heart content as it continued its constant attack, sucking and entering as it pleased.


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    Xiaoya: "They look like fans who came to meet some idol."


    Lu Xiaobei''s scent was intoxicating, and in that instant all the long, the restlessness, were soothed.


    Some people were standing under the flight board, looking up the times of their companions'' flight to Nancheng. Others were holding signs with hand written names. When someone came out, they held their signs high, while some stood on their toes, craning their necks to look at the airport.


    Xiaoya felt as though she was drowning in a sea of tenderness, until a sudden flash stunned her eyes.


    "You want to come back to my place with me?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    "Han-jie." Xiaoya''s gaze fell behind Lu Xiaobei''s shoulders, directed towards the gossiping girls from earlier who now wore shocked faces, where among them was one holding a camera.


    Out of breath, Xiaoya replied, "You''re wearing the same outfit as their idol, so they mistook you for them, it seems. So... when I said wait, I meant we should stand still and just explain it all clearly."


    Right then, Xiaoya''s mother opened her door while holding a bag. "Your dad and I are going out, we won''t be back in time for dinner so..." the older woman words remained unfinished, her eyes carefully looking at Xiaoya who appeared to be dressing herself rather attentively, and so asked, "The person you''re going out with today isn''t a boy, right?"


    At the same time, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Who were those girls?"


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    Xiaoya: "Got it." After Xiaoya''s mother got Xiaoya''s promise, she left with her father.


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    The girls were talking about an idol. "When Han-jie left the Netherlands she posted a selfie. She was wearing a black cap, a black mask and..."


    Now a strange scene played out within that airport: four to five girls chasing and yelling after two other girls. It didn''t seem as though they were running to catch a flight, nor did it appear they were yelling about a robbery, so the other folks at the airport simply thought they were just playing around and having fun.


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, "I was just on a plane, I don''t feel like eating."


    Lu Xiaobei continued, "They should be able to meet their idol, right?" Lu Xiaobei looked at the surrounding scenery, thinking about how she ran left and right with the fans more or less brought to the airport, and so felt a bit guilty.


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    Not expecting some of those girls to follow after them, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to be chased by them so she pulled Xiaoya and ran, wanted to lose them.


    Some people were standing under the flight board, looking up the times of their companions'' flight to Nancheng. Others were holding signs with hand written names. When someone came out, they held their signs high, while some stood on their toes, craning their necks to look at the airport.


    Xiaoya: "No, it''s not that. I''m just... not ready. Today, more than anything, I just want to talk to you, alone, face to face, about everything. I... I really missed you."


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    Some people were standing under the flight board, looking up the times of their companions'' flight to Nancheng. Others were holding signs with hand written names. When someone came out, they held their signs high, while some stood on their toes, craning their necks to look at the airport.


    Xiaoya: "Well, to be honest, I would rather just talk with you, but you look seriously worn out." It makes my heart hurt for you.


    Xiaoya: "Back to your place... with you?" If it was before, and Xiaoya was asked by Lu Xiaobei to go over to her house, she would''ve jumped at the chance. But now... given the change in their relationship, when Xiaoya thought of going over to Lu XIaobei''s place it made her extremely nervous.


    Having been left out of breath by Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya huffed. "Hey, w-wait."


    Some folks in the waiting area were tired from their journey and were sleeping, while the ones waiting to be picked up looked restless. Xiaoya felt time itself was passing too slowly.


    Xiaoya felt as though she was drowning in a sea of tenderness, until a sudden flash stunned her eyes.


    Xiaoya: "Back to your place... with you?" If it was before, and Xiaoya was asked by Lu Xiaobei to go over to her house, she would''ve jumped at the chance. But now... given the change in their relationship, when Xiaoya thought of going over to Lu XIaobei''s place it made her extremely nervous.


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t pull the suitcase anymore, directly picking it up to carry it while her other hand led Xiaoya as they sped from the airport.


    "Han-jie." Xiaoya''s gaze fell behind Lu Xiaobei''s shoulders, directed towards the gossiping girls from earlier who now wore shocked faces, where among them was one holding a camera.


    "Didn''t you say you wanted to go see a movie or take a stroll when today came?" Lu Xiaobei added.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    The girls behind them also were at a loss as to what was happening, but seeing them take off, their former few seconds of hesitation long gone as they quickly gave chase.


    Xiaoya looked at the dark circles around Lu Xiaobei''s eyes, her heart clenching, so she replied, "How about you go straight back to your house to get some sleep? Or we could go grab something to eat, then send you home?"


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    N/A


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    The girl: "There''s a lot of people at the airport, so pay attention everybody. Last time in Shanghai Han-jie thought there were no fans to receive her so she left right away. This time, we need to keep our eyes peeled."


    Now a strange scene played out within that airport: four to five girls chasing and yelling after two other girls. It didn''t seem as though they were running to catch a flight, nor did it appear they were yelling about a robbery, so the other folks at the airport simply thought they were just playing around and having fun.


    Now a strange scene played out within that airport: four to five girls chasing and yelling after two other girls. It didn''t seem as though they were running to catch a flight, nor did it appear they were yelling about a robbery, so the other folks at the airport simply thought they were just playing around and having fun.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. Do you not want to?"


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    Not expecting some of those girls to follow after them, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want to be chased by them so she pulled Xiaoya and ran, wanted to lose them.


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t pull the suitcase anymore, directly picking it up to carry it while her other hand led Xiaoya as they sped from the airport.


    The international terminal was on platform T2, and with it being the first time Xiaoya had been there, she was a bit worried getting there, but after a second go around she finally found it.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    Xiaoya giggled in front of the mirror.


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya behind a tourist bus where they hid from the other girls.


    Xiaoya: "Back to your place... with you?" If it was before, and Xiaoya was asked by Lu Xiaobei to go over to her house, she would''ve jumped at the chance. But now... given the change in their relationship, when Xiaoya thought of going over to Lu XIaobei''s place it made her extremely nervous.


    Lu Xiaobei''s scent was intoxicating, and in that instant all the long, the restlessness, were soothed.


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t know how Lu Xiaobei could have such good physical strength. Caring little about the fact she had worn a skirt, Xiaoya squatted down halfway, catching her breath. "I... I just asked you, to wait up."


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    Xiaoya felt the sudden appearance of a nimble tongue, one opposing her own, teasing to its heart content as it continued its constant attack, sucking and entering as it pleased.


    And Xiaoya, still completely immersed from their kiss, could only follow behind Lu Xiaobei dazedly.


    Xiaoya: "Well, to be honest, I would rather just talk with you, but you look seriously worn out." It makes my heart hurt for you.


    Xiaoya knew Lu Xiaobei''s flight would be arriving in an hour so she didn''t stand there waiting and went straight for the seats. She wasn''t in the mood to play on her phone so she just sat with her hands folded on her lap, staring blankly at the groups of people hurrying through the airport.


    Some folks in the waiting area were tired from their journey and were sleeping, while the ones waiting to be picked up looked restless. Xiaoya felt time itself was passing too slowly.


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t pull the suitcase anymore, directly picking it up to carry it while her other hand led Xiaoya as they sped from the airport.


    At the same time, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Who were those girls?"


    Xiaoya felt as though she was drowning in a sea of tenderness, until a sudden flash stunned her eyes.


    Lu Xiaobei had one hand on the suitcase, while the other was snaked around Xiaoya''s waist.


    Lu Xiaobei was coming back, and the blossoming spring within her heart could not be hidden at all. "Nope, it''s a girl."


    Xiaoya: "They look like fans who came to meet some idol."


    Not far from where Xiaoya was sitting were a few girls wearing the same hat and holding the same sign in their hands. They looked like supporters of some pop-star, and Xiaoya listened to their chattering to past the time during her boredom.


    Some folks in the waiting area were tired from their journey and were sleeping, while the ones waiting to be picked up looked restless. Xiaoya felt time itself was passing too slowly.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what were they doing following us?"


    Right then, Xiaoya''s mother opened her door while holding a bag. "Your dad and I are going out, we won''t be back in time for dinner so..." the older woman words remained unfinished, her eyes carefully looking at Xiaoya who appeared to be dressing herself rather attentively, and so asked, "The person you''re going out with today isn''t a boy, right?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    "You want to come back to my place with me?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    Xiaoya: "Got it." After Xiaoya''s mother got Xiaoya''s promise, she left with her father.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    Out of breath, Xiaoya replied, "You''re wearing the same outfit as their idol, so they mistook you for them, it seems. So... when I said wait, I meant we should stand still and just explain it all clearly."


    It was a rare occasion for Lu Xiaobei to make act foolish so Xiaoya feels as though she could laugh at this joke for a year.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I thought..."


    Xiaoya noticed a slender figure walking out the terminal, that person was wearing a black cap.


    Some people were standing under the flight board, looking up the times of their companions'' flight to Nancheng. Others were holding signs with hand written names. When someone came out, they held their signs high, while some stood on their toes, craning their necks to look at the airport.


    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    Reunited


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    "Hahahahahahahaha... It''s just too freaking funny! You just suddenly grabbed me and ran." Xiaoya laughed widely, having no kind of image whatsoever. He laughter was then interrupted by Lu Xiaobei''s words. "Fortunately, there weren''t that popular a celebrity, otherwise, it would spread all over the news."


    Xiaoya felt the sudden appearance of a nimble tongue, one opposing her own, teasing to its heart content as it continued its constant attack, sucking and entering as it pleased.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. Do you not want to?"


    Xiaoya looked at the dark circles around Lu Xiaobei''s eyes, her heart clenching, so she replied, "How about you go straight back to your house to get some sleep? Or we could go grab something to eat, then send you home?"


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. Do you not want to?"


    It was a small exit, crowded by people all their for pick ups too.


    Lu Xiaobei continued, "They should be able to meet their idol, right?" Lu Xiaobei looked at the surrounding scenery, thinking about how she ran left and right with the fans more or less brought to the airport, and so felt a bit guilty.


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t pull the suitcase anymore, directly picking it up to carry it while her other hand led Xiaoya as they sped from the airport.


    N/A


    Xiaoya giggled in front of the mirror.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, that''s true. They should be able to meet them. I saw a couple girls who didn''t run, they must''ve recognised you and were still calling out from behind them. But you... you just suddenly took off and the others started chasing you. Hahahahaha..."


    Xiaoya: "Got it." After Xiaoya''s mother got Xiaoya''s promise, she left with her father.


    Xiaoya: "How did you know that, Mister?"


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "Got it." After Xiaoya''s mother got Xiaoya''s promise, she left with her father.


    The girl in the mirror smiled beautifully, her eyes charming. She was already a beauty.


    It was a rare occasion for Lu Xiaobei to make act foolish so Xiaoya feels as though she could laugh at this joke for a year.


    The international terminal was on platform T2, and with it being the first time Xiaoya had been there, she was a bit worried getting there, but after a second go around she finally found it.


    It was a rare occasion for Lu Xiaobei to make act foolish so Xiaoya feels as though she could laugh at this joke for a year.


    Xiaoya: "How did you know that, Mister?"


    Xiaoya: "They look like fans who came to meet some idol."


    "Didn''t you say you wanted to go see a movie or take a stroll when today came?" Lu Xiaobei added.


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    Xiaoya noticed a slender figure walking out the terminal, that person was wearing a black cap.


    Xiaoya then turned her gaze to the scenes speeding by the taxi''s window. Only when she was before strangers did she dare reveal her true heart in such a manner. But the bit of sadness lingering over such sentiments was quickly brushed away by the sweet joy of her soon being able to reunite with Lu Xiaobei.


    Not far from where Xiaoya was sitting were a few girls wearing the same hat and holding the same sign in their hands. They looked like supporters of some pop-star, and Xiaoya listened to their chattering to past the time during her boredom.


    ......


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya behind a tourist bus where they hid from the other girls.


    Xiaoya noticed a slender figure walking out the terminal, that person was wearing a black cap.


    "Before the plane took off, Han-jie was wearing a white T-shirt, but the air-conditioning on international flights is kept really high, so she might be wearing a coat." The air-conditioning was also pretty high, littering the girl''s arms with goosebumps. "Han-jie went to go shoot advertisement this time so all she took was a small suitcase, and her coat will probably be a black one, just the one Han-jie wore at the car racing event."


    The girl: "There''s a lot of people at the airport, so pay attention everybody. Last time in Shanghai Han-jie thought there were no fans to receive her so she left right away. This time, we need to keep our eyes peeled."


    Xiaoya: "Back to your place... with you?" If it was before, and Xiaoya was asked by Lu Xiaobei to go over to her house, she would''ve jumped at the chance. But now... given the change in their relationship, when Xiaoya thought of going over to Lu XIaobei''s place it made her extremely nervous.


    ......


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    Lu Xiaobei waited until Xiaoya laughed enough before calling a taxi and asking her, "Where to?"


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya behind a tourist bus where they hid from the other girls.


    Xiaoya: "Oh. But it''s not a boyfriend, though, it''s my lover!"


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t know how Lu Xiaobei could have such good physical strength. Caring little about the fact she had worn a skirt, Xiaoya squatted down halfway, catching her breath. "I... I just asked you, to wait up."


    N/A


    Xiaoya looked at the dark circles around Lu Xiaobei''s eyes, her heart clenching, so she replied, "How about you go straight back to your house to get some sleep? Or we could go grab something to eat, then send you home?"


    The girls were talking about an idol. "When Han-jie left the Netherlands she posted a selfie. She was wearing a black cap, a black mask and..."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya into her arms. Xiao then added, "So... how about we go to my house? My mom and dad aren''t home today so you can just take a nap on my bed. After you wake up we can just go out to eat."


    Xiaoya then turned her gaze to the scenes speeding by the taxi''s window. Only when she was before strangers did she dare reveal her true heart in such a manner. But the bit of sadness lingering over such sentiments was quickly brushed away by the sweet joy of her soon being able to reunite with Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, "I was just on a plane, I don''t feel like eating."


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    "Didn''t you say you wanted to go see a movie or take a stroll when today came?" Lu Xiaobei added.


    Xiaoya: "Well, to be honest, I would rather just talk with you, but you look seriously worn out." It makes my heart hurt for you.


    Xiaoya: "Well, to be honest, I would rather just talk with you, but you look seriously worn out." It makes my heart hurt for you.


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head, "I was just on a plane, I don''t feel like eating."


    The girls were talking about an idol. "When Han-jie left the Netherlands she posted a selfie. She was wearing a black cap, a black mask and..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. Do you not want to?"


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    The taxi driver: "Because it written all over your face, young lady."


    The taxi driver: "Because it written all over your face, young lady."


    Xiaoya stepped forward, walking towards that person. But, before Xiaoya could say a word, she was pulled into a fierce kiss.


    Her final words held traces of loving sentiments, and Xiaoya couldn''t bring herself to say it out loud. But with that hate to part with and expectant look written all over her, Lu Xiaobei immediately understood.


    It was a small exit, crowded by people all their for pick ups too.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips brushed against Xiaoya''s nose, trailing downwards, lightly falling onto her upper lip, touching her gently for a couple seconds before eagerly capturing Xiaoya''s lower lip between her own with a force. It was as if she found a piece of delicious jelly. Apart from that time in Tongxin Town, Xiaoya hadn''t been kissed. So right then, she was kissed by Lu Xiaobei until she had no breath, forcing her to open her mouth without thinking, and never expecting it would be all the more convenient for a certain other person.


    Xiaoya remained a little narcissistic for a while. Lu Xiaobei''s eyes really are seriously good. Perhaps, because it was vacation time, her heart was at ease. Perhaps it was on account of her changing a lot over the last few months. Or perhaps it was because Lu Xiaobei was finally coming home. Because as Xiaoya looked into that mirror, she thought the person within it looked radiant.


    Xiaoya remained a little narcissistic for a while. Lu Xiaobei''s eyes really are seriously good. Perhaps, because it was vacation time, her heart was at ease. Perhaps it was on account of her changing a lot over the last few months. Or perhaps it was because Lu Xiaobei was finally coming home. Because as Xiaoya looked into that mirror, she thought the person within it looked radiant.


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t know how Lu Xiaobei could have such good physical strength. Caring little about the fact she had worn a skirt, Xiaoya squatted down halfway, catching her breath. "I... I just asked you, to wait up."


    Tick. Tock. Tick .Tock. Tick .Tock. Time passed by so slowly.


    It was a rare occasion for Lu Xiaobei to make act foolish so Xiaoya feels as though she could laugh at this joke for a year.


    "You want to come back to my place with me?" Lu Xiaobei asked.


    Xiaoya: "Oh. But it''s not a boyfriend, though, it''s my lover!"


    Xiaoya: "Back to your place... with you?" If it was before, and Xiaoya was asked by Lu Xiaobei to go over to her house, she would''ve jumped at the chance. But now... given the change in their relationship, when Xiaoya thought of going over to Lu XIaobei''s place it made her extremely nervous.


    Her final words held traces of loving sentiments, and Xiaoya couldn''t bring herself to say it out loud. But with that hate to part with and expectant look written all over her, Lu Xiaobei immediately understood.


    It was a rare occasion for Lu Xiaobei to make act foolish so Xiaoya feels as though she could laugh at this joke for a year.


    Xiaoya felt the sudden appearance of a nimble tongue, one opposing her own, teasing to its heart content as it continued its constant attack, sucking and entering as it pleased.


    Standing in front of the full length mirror, Xiaoya tried on her third skirt. It was a mid-length sea blue Bohemian-styled skirt, with a dark blue belt which accentuating her slim waist. The skirt''s hem resembled an ocean spray, falling irregularly at her knees, and it was paired with a loose white blouse, making her look like a free-spirited girl.


    Xiaoya: "No, it''s not that. I''m just... not ready. Today, more than anything, I just want to talk to you, alone, face to face, about everything. I... I really missed you."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. Do you not want to?"


    "Han-jie." Xiaoya''s gaze fell behind Lu Xiaobei''s shoulders, directed towards the gossiping girls from earlier who now wore shocked faces, where among them was one holding a camera.


    The international terminal was on platform T2, and with it being the first time Xiaoya had been there, she was a bit worried getting there, but after a second go around she finally found it.


    Xiaoya took out a two simple knotted bracelets from her jewellery box to wear on her wrists, picked up a charger for her phone, then chose a simple messenger bag with tassels. Honestly speaking, she couldn''t really remember what to prepare.


    Lu Xiaobei turned to look at the girl with the camera, making sure Xiaoya''s face couldn''t be seen from the angle she used to take the picture. Lu Xiaobei then grabbed Xiaoya''s hand, planning to leave without any more trouble.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya into her arms. Xiao then added, "So... how about we go to my house? My mom and dad aren''t home today so you can just take a nap on my bed. After you wake up we can just go out to eat."


    Xiaoya: "No, it''s not that. I''m just... not ready. Today, more than anything, I just want to talk to you, alone, face to face, about everything. I... I really missed you."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. Do you not want to?"


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya behind a tourist bus where they hid from the other girls.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.


    Maybe because Xiaoya''s reputation has been remarkably good as of recent, or maybe her mother simply accepted her daughter''s words, no longer pushing the matter to only say, "Have fun with this girl friend of yours, but don''t come home too late, alright?"


    At the same time, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Who were those girls?"


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya into her arms. Xiao then added, "So... how about we go to my house? My mom and dad aren''t home today so you can just take a nap on my bed. After you wake up we can just go out to eat."


    At the same time, Lu Xiaobei asked, "Who were those girls?"


    Maybe because Xiaoya''s reputation has been remarkably good as of recent, or maybe her mother simply accepted her daughter''s words, no longer pushing the matter to only say, "Have fun with this girl friend of yours, but don''t come home too late, alright?"


    Xiaoya unconsciously rose from her seat, staring at the person wearing a black coat walking towards her.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what were they doing following us?"


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Really?" That''s highly doubtful.

 CH 31

    My goddess has returned.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Probably not. We can''t be sure your mom won''t come back to check in. Plus, you trying to obstruct her will make it easier for the cat to be let out the bag. On top of that, I''m from Nancheng too, so it doesn''t make much sense for me to come all the way to your house for a nap."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Probably not. We can''t be sure your mom won''t come back to check in. Plus, you trying to obstruct her will make it easier for the cat to be let out the bag. On top of that, I''m from Nancheng too, so it doesn''t make much sense for me to come all the way to your house for a nap."


    Xiaoya sped over to the window pulling the curtains open, then ran to open the door. "Hi, mom."


    I never thought I would ever have my heart pound and throb with such joy in my entire life.


    "I never realised you had a little stutter." A lovers whisper sounded in Xiaoya''s ear.


    Xiaoya was stunned for a couple seconds before realising the voice she just heard had come from outside her bedroom door.


    ?¡ó?


    In the night, in her dreams, it''s not that Xiaoya had never thought attending college with Lu Xiaobei, or working in the same place as Lu Xiaobei, and for the two of them to always be together never separated. But... when she wakes up, her rationality returns and the feeling of such a thing being impossible hits her. With this in mind, she replied, "I do, I really do. But the points required to get into Nancheng is really high."


    Lightly patting Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya said, "Alright, you had a bath so just hurry and get to sleep now."


    The sound of whispered voices flooded the room.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya to sit on the bed. "Why were you so scared?"


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: "N-nothing."


    Lu Xiaobei reclined on the bed. "I''ll just sleep like this."


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei: "But I don''t have any pyjamas."


    Looking at those things, Xiaoya felt brain had congealed while her entire body flushed to a shade similar to a boiled shrimp. Hugging her knees, she crouched in front of that suitcase with her head buried deeply inside her arms.


    Yu Xiaoya opened the door, peeking around for a bit before saying, "My mom''s actually not here."


    Her hands were delicate and smooth as if carved from white jade.


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya didn''t completely understand it before, but now... all she could wonder was what exactly about herself was so great about her that Lu Xiaobei would like her to so much.


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: "Alright."


    Xiaoya handed Lu Xiaobei a bathrobe steeped in the scent of the sun. "Go wash up the go sleep." Lu Xiaobei gave no argument, accepting the robe before heading to Xiaoya''s family bathroom.


    Yu Xiaoya opened the door, peeking around for a bit before saying, "My mom''s actually not here."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya inside. "Am I shameful or something?"


    Lu Xiaobei reclined on the bed. "I''ll just sleep like this."


    It was not easy for Lu Xiaobei to stuff all the gifts inside of it, but after she was done, she closed her case and put on her coat.


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    Lu Xiaobei: "So how did it turn out in the end?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her phone. "It''s after five. We should go eat first then get you back after dinner." Originally, Lu Xiaobei just planned to to eat with Xiaoya, but now them going out together was also to keep Xiaoya calm.


    Xiaoya''s mother chuckled, "It''s you, Lu Xiaobei! Hello to you too." The woman again turned to Xiaoya, scolding, "You brought a guest over and didn''t even make up your bed?"


    Then, just as Xiaoya was about to close back the door, her mother said from the living room, "Don''t keep closing the door during the summer, it''ll get stuffy." Xiaoya was so guilty she could only leave the door open.


    "How is that even possible?! Captain, you''re the best! I just... I just don''t think I can hide my true feelings from my mom." Xiaoya then reluctantly continued, "There are times when I''m super courageous. Like, before, when I was in a junior high debate competition. I was chosen by lottery to represent our class along with other students who all suffered through insomnia because of it while I felt nothing, nothing at all."


    Lu Xiaobei: "They might not fit."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Probably not. We can''t be sure your mom won''t come back to check in. Plus, you trying to obstruct her will make it easier for the cat to be let out the bag. On top of that, I''m from Nancheng too, so it doesn''t make much sense for me to come all the way to your house for a nap."


    "Xiaoyu, is this suitcase Lu Xiaobei''s?" Xiaoya''s mother called from outside.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah." Glancing towards Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya then went out to grab the suitcase and bring it inside her room.


    Lu Xiaobei: "They might not fit."


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    Her hands were delicate and smooth as if carved from white jade.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So how did it turn out in the end?"


    Xiaoya handed Lu Xiaobei a bathrobe steeped in the scent of the sun. "Go wash up the go sleep." Lu Xiaobei gave no argument, accepting the robe before heading to Xiaoya''s family bathroom.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    Her hands were delicate and smooth as if carved from white jade.


    Xiaoya spread her hands with a shrug, as she replied, "On the day of the competition, apart from the ones chosen to represent my class, there were three teachers and twenty other student representatives at the location. The others all debated normally, leaving only me to be the one shaking like a leaf¡ªand I couldn''t stop doing so at all."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah." Glancing towards Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya then went out to grab the suitcase and bring it inside her room.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya to sit on the bed. "Why were you so scared?"


    "I don''t know. At the time, I didn''t even realise I was even shaking. We even lost the debate competition because of me. But even though nobody blamed me, I still reject participating in anything like that even more."


    "I don''t know. At the time, I didn''t even realise I was even shaking. We even lost the debate competition because of me. But even though nobody blamed me, I still reject participating in anything like that even more."


    It was obvious they hadn''t done anything at the moment, yet she still felt guilty.


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    The sun at the height of summer was scorching, but only a bit of it was revealed on her desk from the slit of the curtains, and only the vague outlines of figures could be seen in the entire room.


    Lu Xiaobei: "It looks as though you still need more practice in the regard then. The college entrance exams are a test of mental fortitude as well."


    Never did she expecting that once opened the case would be filled with postcards, skincare products and snacks apart from Lu Xiaobei''s personal items.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. What''s wrong? Do you not want to be my junior in college too?"


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    Xiaoya: "Alright."


    Xiaoya then quickly closed the door, whispering, "My mom didn''t notice anything, right? I didn''t act especially weird just now, right?"


    Xiaoya''s mother looked at her, and the suitcase carrying Lu Xiaobei standing beside her. "What time will you be back? If you''re going to be out long, call your grandmother first. It''s been two weeks since you''ve gone over to her place for a visit. And if you wait until after you come back to call she''ll be asleep."


    Xiaoya handed Lu Xiaobei a bathrobe steeped in the scent of the sun. "Go wash up the go sleep." Lu Xiaobei gave no argument, accepting the robe before heading to Xiaoya''s family bathroom.


    Xiaoya: "It''s can usually score a ninety on term exams but only manage a eighty during finals because of it too."


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    Lu Xiaobei put aside the towel from her head, saying nothing, as an ambiguous atmosphere that couldn''t be described filled the room. Neither tuned on the lights, neither said a word, the only sound to be heard was the continuous hum of the hairdryer.


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    ÇåË®³öܽÈØ£¬ÌìȻȥµñÊÎ: It''s a poem used to describe a natural beauty of a woman.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    The sound of whispered voices flooded the room.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    Xiaoya then quickly closed the door, whispering, "My mom didn''t notice anything, right? I didn''t act especially weird just now, right?"


    Xiaoya: "Nancheng University??"


    Yu Xiaoya opened the door, peeking around for a bit before saying, "My mom''s actually not here."


    "I never realised you had a little stutter." A lovers whisper sounded in Xiaoya''s ear.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Probably not. We can''t be sure your mom won''t come back to check in. Plus, you trying to obstruct her will make it easier for the cat to be let out the bag. On top of that, I''m from Nancheng too, so it doesn''t make much sense for me to come all the way to your house for a nap."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. What''s wrong? Do you not want to be my junior in college too?"


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze fell on the bed. "No, everything''s alright. You did good, really good." Luckily, Xiaoya''s mother didn''t walk over to touch the bed because the increased warmth of the blanket would take a while before it dispersed. But for some reason, Lu Xiaobei still felt uneasy.


    In the night, in her dreams, it''s not that Xiaoya had never thought attending college with Lu Xiaobei, or working in the same place as Lu Xiaobei, and for the two of them to always be together never separated. But... when she wakes up, her rationality returns and the feeling of such a thing being impossible hits her. With this in mind, she replied, "I do, I really do. But the points required to get into Nancheng is really high."


    Xiaoya sat up with a start. Lu Xiaobei also stirred beside her and soon woke up as well.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    Xiaoya also didn''t know when, but she also fell asleep with Lu Xiaobei. When she awoke, her mind was in a daze and a fog.


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    Droplets of water slowly made their way down Lu Xiaobei''s cheek, down her neck, before dripping into cleavage below the V-shape split made by the robe. It wasn''t just in stature where Xiaoya fell far short compared to Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei: "They might not fit."


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    Lu Xiaobei put aside the towel from her head, saying nothing, as an ambiguous atmosphere that couldn''t be described filled the room. Neither tuned on the lights, neither said a word, the only sound to be heard was the continuous hum of the hairdryer.


    First Update


    Xiaoya''s mother handed her daughter her phone before motioning her to the room to make the call.


    Xiaoya was stunned for a couple seconds before realising the voice she just heard had come from outside her bedroom door.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    Xiaoya didn''t have much belief in herself, but she did believe in Lu Xiaobei. So as long as Lu Xiaobei wills it, even a student with their grades in a pit could be dragged out. Xiaoya had no doubts. She then pushedLu Xiaobei down on the bed. "First, you should get some sleep. After you''re up we can talk it over some more."


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    ÇåË®³öܽÈØ£¬ÌìȻȥµñÊÎ: It''s a poem used to describe a natural beauty of a woman.


    Xiaoya: "Nancheng University??"


    The soft bed was completely covered in Xiaoya''s scent.


    Xiaoya was stunned for a couple seconds before realising the voice she just heard had come from outside her bedroom door.


    "Xiaoyu, is this suitcase Lu Xiaobei''s?" Xiaoya''s mother called from outside.


    Xiaoya, herself, then carefully laid beside her, and under the cover of darkness, lightly traced her fingers along the sleeping girl''s face.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya nodded.


    Xiaoya''s mother gave her daughter a blank look. "Your father and I came back early, so would you like to stay and have dinner with us, Lu Xiaobei? There''s not much at home at the moment but..."


    Xiaoya then remembered she hadn''t bought any new pyjamas for the year. It''s not that the other''s were worn out, just that the ones she wore herself were a bit small, so imagine how they''d fit on Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei: "They might not fit."


    Lu Xiaobei felt the sleep hit her like a tide, but despite her sleepiness she said, "No, I can''t. I spent the past couple days running around to too many places and I haven''t changed or taken a bath as yet."


    Xiaoya then remembered she hadn''t bought any new pyjamas for the year. It''s not that the other''s were worn out, just that the ones she wore herself were a bit small, so imagine how they''d fit on Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei opened her suitcase, taking out al the things he had brought for Xiaoya. Xiaoya stood in the doorways, looking at the living room to see her that her mother wasn''t looking towards her room..


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    Xiaoya: "It''s can usually score a ninety on term exams but only manage a eighty during finals because of it too."


    Xiaoya then remembered she hadn''t bought any new pyjamas for the year. It''s not that the other''s were worn out, just that the ones she wore herself were a bit small, so imagine how they''d fit on Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya handed Lu Xiaobei a bathrobe steeped in the scent of the sun. "Go wash up the go sleep." Lu Xiaobei gave no argument, accepting the robe before heading to Xiaoya''s family bathroom.


    Lu Xiaobei opened her suitcase, taking out al the things he had brought for Xiaoya. Xiaoya stood in the doorways, looking at the living room to see her that her mother wasn''t looking towards her room..


    Xiaoya tidied up her bed then rested a blow-dryer beside her, waiting for Lu Xiaobei to come out so she could help her dry her hair.


    Xiaoya: "But I..."


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    ?¡ó?


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei: "They might not fit."


    Xiaoya: "Nancheng University??"


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze fell on the bed. "No, everything''s alright. You did good, really good." Luckily, Xiaoya''s mother didn''t walk over to touch the bed because the increased warmth of the blanket would take a while before it dispersed. But for some reason, Lu Xiaobei still felt uneasy.


    Xiaoya''s mother gave her daughter a blank look. "Your father and I came back early, so would you like to stay and have dinner with us, Lu Xiaobei? There''s not much at home at the moment but..."


    Xiaoya walked over to the bathroom, replying, "It''s the same colour as the robe, the pink one."


    Not long after, Lu Xiaobei''s breath grew long and steady, finally falling asleep.


    The water running in the bathroom then stopped, and soon afterwards, Lu Xiaobei walked out. Lu Xiaobei was taller than Xiaoya, so the bathrobe she wears is able to cover her knees but on Lu Xiaobei it could only cover half her thighs. he also had the large pink towel in hand, drying her hair.


    And for a reason unknown to her, Xiaoya felt as though the day was just too hot¡ªevery inch of her was practically near the point of burning, until Lu Xiaobei took hold of her hands and asked, "Can just I sleep like this?"


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    Inside the room, Lu Xiaobei was sitting in front of the desk, seeming to be working on some papers before turning to look at the older woman and greeting, "Hello, Aunty." Lu Xiaobei held a pen was held in her hand, as if she was just writing something. On the nightstand was a blow-dryer, long plugged out with its cord wrapped back up.


    Xiaoya stepped out the way, and her mother stepped into the room.


    Xiaoya sped over to the window pulling the curtains open, then ran to open the door. "Hi, mom."


    Droplets of water slowly made their way down Lu Xiaobei''s cheek, down her neck, before dripping into cleavage below the V-shape split made by the robe. It wasn''t just in stature where Xiaoya fell far short compared to Lu Xiaobei.


    "You were the one who wasn''t looking properly when your parked the car. Don''t blame others."


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    Xiaoya: "You... y-you can just wear mine."


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    Xiaoya sat up with a start. Lu Xiaobei also stirred beside her and soon woke up as well.


    Xiaoya, herself, then carefully laid beside her, and under the cover of darkness, lightly traced her fingers along the sleeping girl''s face.


    Yu Xiaoya opened the door, peeking around for a bit before saying, "My mom''s actually not here."


    And at that moment, Xiaoya felt her cheeks grow incredibly hot, along with her nose.


    Xiaoya spread her hands with a shrug, as she replied, "On the day of the competition, apart from the ones chosen to represent my class, there were three teachers and twenty other student representatives at the location. The others all debated normally, leaving only me to be the one shaking like a leaf¡ªand I couldn''t stop doing so at all."


    The instant brought a poem she had one read to mind: "A lotus emerging from clear water; natural, it''s adornments all removed."[1] They were probably speaking about this, won''t they?


    ÇåË®³öܽÈØ£¬ÌìȻȥµñÊÎ: It''s a poem used to describe a natural beauty of a woman.


    Xiaoya then remembered she hadn''t bought any new pyjamas for the year. It''s not that the other''s were worn out, just that the ones she wore herself were a bit small, so imagine how they''d fit on Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya''s mother chuckled, "It''s you, Lu Xiaobei! Hello to you too." The woman again turned to Xiaoya, scolding, "You brought a guest over and didn''t even make up your bed?"


    My goddess has returned.


    Xiaoya was stunned for a couple seconds before realising the voice she just heard had come from outside her bedroom door.


    Lu Xiaobei''s gaze fell on the bed. "No, everything''s alright. You did good, really good." Luckily, Xiaoya''s mother didn''t walk over to touch the bed because the increased warmth of the blanket would take a while before it dispersed. But for some reason, Lu Xiaobei still felt uneasy.


    After she caught herself, Xiaoya touched Lu Xiaobei''s hair which long returned to its soft and dried state, before mumbling, "Sorry. I got a bit distracted just now."


    Afraid she''d start to blush, Xiaoya returned to her room first, closed the curtains, then again motioned for Lu Xiaobei to come in.


    Xiaoya''s mother handed her daughter her phone before motioning her to the room to make the call.


    ?¡ó?


    "Whose suitcase is this? It''s not closed either? Did Xiaoyu bring someone over?" Xiaoya''s mother voice could now be quite clearly heard from the other side of her door.


    Xiaoya then said, "I''ll go find something else for you." The younger girl at that moment was no different than a frightened bunny as she rushed out the room.


    Inside the room, Lu Xiaobei was sitting in front of the desk, seeming to be working on some papers before turning to look at the older woman and greeting, "Hello, Aunty." Lu Xiaobei held a pen was held in her hand, as if she was just writing something. On the nightstand was a blow-dryer, long plugged out with its cord wrapped back up.


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    Then, just as Xiaoya was about to close back the door, her mother said from the living room, "Don''t keep closing the door during the summer, it''ll get stuffy." Xiaoya was so guilty she could only leave the door open.


    The sun at the height of summer was scorching, but only a bit of it was revealed on her desk from the slit of the curtains, and only the vague outlines of figures could be seen in the entire room.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So how did it turn out in the end?"


    Xiaoya tidied up her bed then rested a blow-dryer beside her, waiting for Lu Xiaobei to come out so she could help her dry her hair.


    Not long after, Lu Xiaobei''s breath grew long and steady, finally falling asleep.


    Xiaoya then said, "I''ll go find something else for you." The younger girl at that moment was no different than a frightened bunny as she rushed out the room.


    Xiaoya walked over to the bathroom, replying, "It''s the same colour as the robe, the pink one."


    Xiaoya turned on the blow-dryer. "Let me blow-dry your hair."


    Lightly patting Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya said, "Alright, you had a bath so just hurry and get to sleep now."


    Lightly patting Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya said, "Alright, you had a bath so just hurry and get to sleep now."


    It was not easy for Lu Xiaobei to stuff all the gifts inside of it, but after she was done, she closed her case and put on her coat.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    Then, just as Xiaoya was about to close back the door, her mother said from the living room, "Don''t keep closing the door during the summer, it''ll get stuffy." Xiaoya was so guilty she could only leave the door open.


    Lu Xiaobei put aside the towel from her head, saying nothing, as an ambiguous atmosphere that couldn''t be described filled the room. Neither tuned on the lights, neither said a word, the only sound to be heard was the continuous hum of the hairdryer.


    Xiaoya: "Alright."


    Lu Xiaobei felt the sleep hit her like a tide, but despite her sleepiness she said, "No, I can''t. I spent the past couple days running around to too many places and I haven''t changed or taken a bath as yet."


    Xiaoya turned on the blow-dryer. "Let me blow-dry your hair."


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    "Xiaoyu, is this suitcase Lu Xiaobei''s?" Xiaoya''s mother called from outside.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah." Glancing towards Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya then went out to grab the suitcase and bring it inside her room.


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    "It''s done," Lu Xiaobei said suddenly, taking Xiaoya''s hand away. "My hair is already dry."


    My goddess has returned.


    After she caught herself, Xiaoya touched Lu Xiaobei''s hair which long returned to its soft and dried state, before mumbling, "Sorry. I got a bit distracted just now."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya to sit on the bed. "Why were you so scared?"


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    Xiaoya then said, "I''ll go find something else for you." The younger girl at that moment was no different than a frightened bunny as she rushed out the room.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    Seeing this, Xiaoya went to the living room to tell her mother. "Mom, it''s almost six, so I''m going to head out with Captain to eat dinner."


    Afraid she''d start to blush, Xiaoya returned to her room first, closed the curtains, then again motioned for Lu Xiaobei to come in.


    Never did she expecting that once opened the case would be filled with postcards, skincare products and snacks apart from Lu Xiaobei''s personal items.


    Not long after, Lu Xiaobei''s breath grew long and steady, finally falling asleep.


    Xiaoya then quickly closed the door, whispering, "My mom didn''t notice anything, right? I didn''t act especially weird just now, right?"


    Xiaoya: "N-nothing."


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei felt the sleep hit her like a tide, but despite her sleepiness she said, "No, I can''t. I spent the past couple days running around to too many places and I haven''t changed or taken a bath as yet."


    The instant brought a poem she had one read to mind: "A lotus emerging from clear water; natural, it''s adornments all removed." They were probably speaking about this, won''t they?


    "I never realised you had a little stutter." A lovers whisper sounded in Xiaoya''s ear.


    For three whole minutes, Xiaoya stood outside the door of the room utterly stupefied before managing to calm herself down. She then made her way to Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase to find the other girl some clothes.


    Lightly patting Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya said, "Alright, you had a bath so just hurry and get to sleep now."


    Lu Xiaobei: "But I don''t have any pyjamas."


    Xiaoya remained in the living room for a while more until she could calm her self down again before returning to her room. Seeing her return, Lu Xiaobei said, "I thought you might have fallen outside or something."


    Not long after, Lu Xiaobei''s breath grew long and steady, finally falling asleep.


    "It''s done," Lu Xiaobei said suddenly, taking Xiaoya''s hand away. "My hair is already dry."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Lu Xiaobei: "But I don''t have any pyjamas."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Xiaoyu?"


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Xiaoyu?"


    Xiaoya remained in the living room for a while more until she could calm her self down again before returning to her room. Seeing her return, Lu Xiaobei said, "I thought you might have fallen outside or something."


    Xiaoya: "You... y-you can just wear mine."


    After she caught herself, Xiaoya touched Lu Xiaobei''s hair which long returned to its soft and dried state, before mumbling, "Sorry. I got a bit distracted just now."


    Lu Xiaobei: "They might not fit."


    Afraid she''d start to blush, Xiaoya returned to her room first, closed the curtains, then again motioned for Lu Xiaobei to come in.


    Xiaoya then remembered she hadn''t bought any new pyjamas for the year. It''s not that the other''s were worn out, just that the ones she wore herself were a bit small, so imagine how they''d fit on Lu Xiaobei.


    Knock. Knock. Xiaoya''s mother knocked directly on her daughter''s door twice, but no response came from the room.


    Seeing this, Xiaoya went to the living room to tell her mother. "Mom, it''s almost six, so I''m going to head out with Captain to eat dinner."


    Lu Xiaobei had once told her: "When I miss you, I went out to buy something to give to you. That way, the days where I couldn''t see you wouldn''t be a complete waste."


    Xiaoya sat up with a start. Lu Xiaobei also stirred beside her and soon woke up as well.


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    The sound of whispered voices flooded the room.


    First Update


    And for a reason unknown to her, Xiaoya felt as though the day was just too hot¡ªevery inch of her was practically near the point of burning, until Lu Xiaobei took hold of her hands and asked, "Can just I sleep like this?"


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    Lu Xiaobei felt the sleep hit her like a tide, but despite her sleepiness she said, "No, I can''t. I spent the past couple days running around to too many places and I haven''t changed or taken a bath as yet."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. What''s wrong? Do you not want to be my junior in college too?"


    Her hands were delicate and smooth as if carved from white jade.


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    Lu Xiaobei felt the sleep hit her like a tide, but despite her sleepiness she said, "No, I can''t. I spent the past couple days running around to too many places and I haven''t changed or taken a bath as yet."


    Never did she expecting that once opened the case would be filled with postcards, skincare products and snacks apart from Lu Xiaobei''s personal items.


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya inside. "Am I shameful or something?"


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    Xiaoya: "Nancheng University??"


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya to sit on the bed. "Why were you so scared?"


    Xiaoya: "But I..."


    Xiaoya then said, "I''ll go find something else for you." The younger girl at that moment was no different than a frightened bunny as she rushed out the room.


    Xiaoya, herself, then carefully laid beside her, and under the cover of darkness, lightly traced her fingers along the sleeping girl''s face.


    For three whole minutes, Xiaoya stood outside the door of the room utterly stupefied before managing to calm herself down. She then made her way to Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase to find the other girl some clothes.


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    Never did she expecting that once opened the case would be filled with postcards, skincare products and snacks apart from Lu Xiaobei''s personal items.


    Droplets of water slowly made their way down Lu Xiaobei''s cheek, down her neck, before dripping into cleavage below the V-shape split made by the robe. It wasn''t just in stature where Xiaoya fell far short compared to Lu Xiaobei.


    It was obvious they hadn''t done anything at the moment, yet she still felt guilty.


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    "You were the one who wasn''t looking properly when your parked the car. Don''t blame others."


    Looking at those things, Xiaoya felt brain had congealed while her entire body flushed to a shade similar to a boiled shrimp. Hugging her knees, she crouched in front of that suitcase with her head buried deeply inside her arms.


    Then, just as Xiaoya was about to close back the door, her mother said from the living room, "Don''t keep closing the door during the summer, it''ll get stuffy." Xiaoya was so guilty she could only leave the door open.


    Lu Xiaobei had once told her: "When I miss you, I went out to buy something to give to you. That way, the days where I couldn''t see you wouldn''t be a complete waste."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. What''s wrong? Do you not want to be my junior in college too?"


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    Xiaoya walked over to the bathroom, replying, "It''s the same colour as the robe, the pink one."


    Her hands were delicate and smooth as if carved from white jade.


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    Xiaoya didn''t completely understand it before, but now... all she could wonder was what exactly about herself was so great about her that Lu Xiaobei would like her to so much.


    Xiaoya''s mother chuckled, "It''s you, Lu Xiaobei! Hello to you too." The woman again turned to Xiaoya, scolding, "You brought a guest over and didn''t even make up your bed?"


    Xiaoya remained in the living room for a while more until she could calm her self down again before returning to her room. Seeing her return, Lu Xiaobei said, "I thought you might have fallen outside or something."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Lu Xiaobei reclined on the bed. "I''ll just sleep like this."


    Xiaoya also didn''t know when, but she also fell asleep with Lu Xiaobei. When she awoke, her mind was in a daze and a fog.


    Xiaoya handed Lu Xiaobei a bathrobe steeped in the scent of the sun. "Go wash up the go sleep." Lu Xiaobei gave no argument, accepting the robe before heading to Xiaoya''s family bathroom.


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Did you bring a friend back?" Xiaoya''s mother looked inside the room, but Xiaoya was almost as tall as her mother, and the woman felt her daughter was trying to block her view so she gently nudged her aside.


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    "Yeah." Xiaoya nodded.


    I never thought I would ever have my heart pound and throb with such joy in my entire life.


    Xiaoya walked over to the bathroom, replying, "It''s the same colour as the robe, the pink one."


    First Update


    Xiaoya: "N-nothing."


    And at that moment, Xiaoya felt her cheeks grow incredibly hot, along with her nose.


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    Xiaoya didn''t have much belief in herself, but she did believe in Lu Xiaobei. So as long as Lu Xiaobei wills it, even a student with their grades in a pit could be dragged out. Xiaoya had no doubts. She then pushedLu Xiaobei down on the bed. "First, you should get some sleep. After you''re up we can talk it over some more."


    Not long after, Lu Xiaobei''s breath grew long and steady, finally falling asleep.


    Xiaoya walked over to the bathroom, replying, "It''s the same colour as the robe, the pink one."


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    The sound of whispered voices flooded the room.


    The water running in the bathroom then stopped, and soon afterwards, Lu Xiaobei walked out. Lu Xiaobei was taller than Xiaoya, so the bathrobe she wears is able to cover her knees but on Lu Xiaobei it could only cover half her thighs. he also had the large pink towel in hand, drying her hair.


    Xiaoya: "You... y-you can just wear mine."


    Xiaoya, herself, then carefully laid beside her, and under the cover of darkness, lightly traced her fingers along the sleeping girl''s face.


    Inside the room, Lu Xiaobei was sitting in front of the desk, seeming to be working on some papers before turning to look at the older woman and greeting, "Hello, Aunty." Lu Xiaobei held a pen was held in her hand, as if she was just writing something. On the nightstand was a blow-dryer, long plugged out with its cord wrapped back up.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yeah. What''s wrong? Do you not want to be my junior in college too?"


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    Xiaoya tidied up her bed then rested a blow-dryer beside her, waiting for Lu Xiaobei to come out so she could help her dry her hair.


    Lu Xiaobei had once told her: "When I miss you, I went out to buy something to give to you. That way, the days where I couldn''t see you wouldn''t be a complete waste."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Xiaoya spread her hands with a shrug, as she replied, "On the day of the competition, apart from the ones chosen to represent my class, there were three teachers and twenty other student representatives at the location. The others all debated normally, leaving only me to be the one shaking like a leaf¡ªand I couldn''t stop doing so at all."


    ?¡ó?


    The water running in the bathroom then stopped, and soon afterwards, Lu Xiaobei walked out. Lu Xiaobei was taller than Xiaoya, so the bathrobe she wears is able to cover her knees but on Lu Xiaobei it could only cover half her thighs. he also had the large pink towel in hand, drying her hair.


    Xiaoya sped over to the window pulling the curtains open, then ran to open the door. "Hi, mom."


    Xiaoya turned on the blow-dryer. "Let me blow-dry your hair."


    Xiaoya also didn''t know when, but she also fell asleep with Lu Xiaobei. When she awoke, her mind was in a daze and a fog.


    In the night, in her dreams, it''s not that Xiaoya had never thought attending college with Lu Xiaobei, or working in the same place as Lu Xiaobei, and for the two of them to always be together never separated. But... when she wakes up, her rationality returns and the feeling of such a thing being impossible hits her. With this in mind, she replied, "I do, I really do. But the points required to get into Nancheng is really high."


    Afraid she''d start to blush, Xiaoya returned to her room first, closed the curtains, then again motioned for Lu Xiaobei to come in.


    Xiaoya then remembered she hadn''t bought any new pyjamas for the year. It''s not that the other''s were worn out, just that the ones she wore herself were a bit small, so imagine how they''d fit on Lu Xiaobei.


    "You were the one who wasn''t looking properly when your parked the car. Don''t blame others."


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    Xiaoya was stunned for a couple seconds before realising the voice she just heard had come from outside her bedroom door.


    Xiaoya stepped out the way, and her mother stepped into the room.


    Xiaoya''s mother looked at her, and the suitcase carrying Lu Xiaobei standing beside her. "What time will you be back? If you''re going to be out long, call your grandmother first. It''s been two weeks since you''ve gone over to her place for a visit. And if you wait until after you come back to call she''ll be asleep."


    Xiaoya also didn''t know when, but she also fell asleep with Lu Xiaobei. When she awoke, her mind was in a daze and a fog.


    Xiaoya: "It''s can usually score a ninety on term exams but only manage a eighty during finals because of it too."


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    "Whose suitcase is this? It''s not closed either? Did Xiaoyu bring someone over?" Xiaoya''s mother voice could now be quite clearly heard from the other side of her door.


    The soft bed was completely covered in Xiaoya''s scent.


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    "Xiaoyu, is this suitcase Lu Xiaobei''s?" Xiaoya''s mother called from outside.


    Xiaoya sat up with a start. Lu Xiaobei also stirred beside her and soon woke up as well.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya nodded.


    The sun at the height of summer was scorching, but only a bit of it was revealed on her desk from the slit of the curtains, and only the vague outlines of figures could be seen in the entire room.


    "How is that even possible?! Captain, you''re the best! I just... I just don''t think I can hide my true feelings from my mom." Xiaoya then reluctantly continued, "There are times when I''m super courageous. Like, before, when I was in a junior high debate competition. I was chosen by lottery to represent our class along with other students who all suffered through insomnia because of it while I felt nothing, nothing at all."


    Knock. Knock. Xiaoya''s mother knocked directly on her daughter''s door twice, but no response came from the room.


    Xiaoya didn''t have much belief in herself, but she did believe in Lu Xiaobei. So as long as Lu Xiaobei wills it, even a student with their grades in a pit could be dragged out. Xiaoya had no doubts. She then pushedLu Xiaobei down on the bed. "First, you should get some sleep. After you''re up we can talk it over some more."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Xiaoya: "Alright."


    The instant brought a poem she had one read to mind: "A lotus emerging from clear water; natural, it''s adornments all removed." They were probably speaking about this, won''t they?


    It was not easy for Lu Xiaobei to stuff all the gifts inside of it, but after she was done, she closed her case and put on her coat.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Xiaoyu?"


    Xiaoya sped over to the window pulling the curtains open, then ran to open the door. "Hi, mom."


    "I don''t know. At the time, I didn''t even realise I was even shaking. We even lost the debate competition because of me. But even though nobody blamed me, I still reject participating in anything like that even more."


    The sound of water spraying echoed from the washroom, along with was the muffled sound of Lu Xiaobei''s voice, "Xiaoya, which bath towel is yours?"


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya nodded.


    Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase was not small, and half of it was filled with stuff she brought for Xiaoya, who then instructed her, "Put them inside the cabinet to the side." That cabinet was blocked by the bookshelf, so only half of it could be opened. Because of that, Xiaoya''s mother rarely dug around in there, making it her secret place.


    "It''s done," Lu Xiaobei said suddenly, taking Xiaoya''s hand away. "My hair is already dry."


    Xiaoya sped over to the window pulling the curtains open, then ran to open the door. "Hi, mom."


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    Yu Xiaoya opened the door, peeking around for a bit before saying, "My mom''s actually not here."


    Afraid she''d start to blush, Xiaoya returned to her room first, closed the curtains, then again motioned for Lu Xiaobei to come in.


    Xiaoya didn''t have much belief in herself, but she did believe in Lu Xiaobei. So as long as Lu Xiaobei wills it, even a student with their grades in a pit could be dragged out. Xiaoya had no doubts. She then pushedLu Xiaobei down on the bed. "First, you should get some sleep. After you''re up we can talk it over some more."


    It was not easy for Lu Xiaobei to stuff all the gifts inside of it, but after she was done, she closed her case and put on her coat.


    Looking at those things, Xiaoya felt brain had congealed while her entire body flushed to a shade similar to a boiled shrimp. Hugging her knees, she crouched in front of that suitcase with her head buried deeply inside her arms.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Did you bring a friend back?" Xiaoya''s mother looked inside the room, but Xiaoya was almost as tall as her mother, and the woman felt her daughter was trying to block her view so she gently nudged her aside.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei: "But I don''t have any pyjamas."


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    "How is that even possible?! Captain, you''re the best! I just... I just don''t think I can hide my true feelings from my mom." Xiaoya then reluctantly continued, "There are times when I''m super courageous. Like, before, when I was in a junior high debate competition. I was chosen by lottery to represent our class along with other students who all suffered through insomnia because of it while I felt nothing, nothing at all."


    Xiaoya stepped out the way, and her mother stepped into the room.


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya inside. "Am I shameful or something?"


    Inside the room, Lu Xiaobei was sitting in front of the desk, seeming to be working on some papers before turning to look at the older woman and greeting, "Hello, Aunty." Lu Xiaobei held a pen was held in her hand, as if she was just writing something. On the nightstand was a blow-dryer, long plugged out with its cord wrapped back up.


    "How is that even possible?! Captain, you''re the best! I just... I just don''t think I can hide my true feelings from my mom." Xiaoya then reluctantly continued, "There are times when I''m super courageous. Like, before, when I was in a junior high debate competition. I was chosen by lottery to represent our class along with other students who all suffered through insomnia because of it while I felt nothing, nothing at all."


    "I don''t know. At the time, I didn''t even realise I was even shaking. We even lost the debate competition because of me. But even though nobody blamed me, I still reject participating in anything like that even more."


    Lu Xiaobei opened her suitcase, taking out al the things he had brought for Xiaoya. Xiaoya stood in the doorways, looking at the living room to see her that her mother wasn''t looking towards her room..


    Xiaoya was stunned for a couple seconds before realising the voice she just heard had come from outside her bedroom door.


    Inside the room, Lu Xiaobei was sitting in front of the desk, seeming to be working on some papers before turning to look at the older woman and greeting, "Hello, Aunty." Lu Xiaobei held a pen was held in her hand, as if she was just writing something. On the nightstand was a blow-dryer, long plugged out with its cord wrapped back up.


    Xiaoya''s mother chuckled, "It''s you, Lu Xiaobei! Hello to you too." The woman again turned to Xiaoya, scolding, "You brought a guest over and didn''t even make up your bed?"


    Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase was not small, and half of it was filled with stuff she brought for Xiaoya, who then instructed her, "Put them inside the cabinet to the side." That cabinet was blocked by the bookshelf, so only half of it could be opened. Because of that, Xiaoya''s mother rarely dug around in there, making it her secret place.


    ?¡ó?


    My goddess has returned.


    Xiaoya, herself, then carefully laid beside her, and under the cover of darkness, lightly traced her fingers along the sleeping girl''s face.


    Looking at those things, Xiaoya felt brain had congealed while her entire body flushed to a shade similar to a boiled shrimp. Hugging her knees, she crouched in front of that suitcase with her head buried deeply inside her arms.


    Lu Xiaobei opened her suitcase, taking out al the things he had brought for Xiaoya. Xiaoya stood in the doorways, looking at the living room to see her that her mother wasn''t looking towards her room..


    Xiaoya: "Yeah." Glancing towards Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya then went out to grab the suitcase and bring it inside her room.


    Xiaoya: "It''s summer, let the blanket get some sun. Besides, Captain and I are close."


    The instant brought a poem she had one read to mind: "A lotus emerging from clear water; natural, it''s adornments all removed." They were probably speaking about this, won''t they?


    Looking at those things, Xiaoya felt brain had congealed while her entire body flushed to a shade similar to a boiled shrimp. Hugging her knees, she crouched in front of that suitcase with her head buried deeply inside her arms.


    Yu Xiaoya opened the door, peeking around for a bit before saying, "My mom''s actually not here."


    Xiaoya''s mother gave her daughter a blank look. "Your father and I came back early, so would you like to stay and have dinner with us, Lu Xiaobei? There''s not much at home at the moment but..."


    Xiaoya: "You... y-you can just wear mine."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t have to worry about it, mom. We already made plans to eat out earlier."


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    For three whole minutes, Xiaoya stood outside the door of the room utterly stupefied before managing to calm herself down. She then made her way to Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase to find the other girl some clothes.


    I never thought I would ever have my heart pound and throb with such joy in my entire life.


    The water running in the bathroom then stopped, and soon afterwards, Lu Xiaobei walked out. Lu Xiaobei was taller than Xiaoya, so the bathrobe she wears is able to cover her knees but on Lu Xiaobei it could only cover half her thighs. he also had the large pink towel in hand, drying her hair.


    And for a reason unknown to her, Xiaoya felt as though the day was just too hot¡ªevery inch of her was practically near the point of burning, until Lu Xiaobei took hold of her hands and asked, "Can just I sleep like this?"


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Did you bring a friend back?" Xiaoya''s mother looked inside the room, but Xiaoya was almost as tall as her mother, and the woman felt her daughter was trying to block her view so she gently nudged her aside.


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her phone. "It''s after five. We should go eat first then get you back after dinner." Originally, Lu Xiaobei just planned to to eat with Xiaoya, but now them going out together was also to keep Xiaoya calm.


    Xiaoya''s mother chuckled, "It''s you, Lu Xiaobei! Hello to you too." The woman again turned to Xiaoya, scolding, "You brought a guest over and didn''t even make up your bed?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah." Glancing towards Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya then went out to grab the suitcase and bring it inside her room.


    ?¡ó?


    Lightly patting Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya said, "Alright, you had a bath so just hurry and get to sleep now."


    Xiaoya then quickly closed the door, whispering, "My mom didn''t notice anything, right? I didn''t act especially weird just now, right?"


    Lu Xiaobei felt the sleep hit her like a tide, but despite her sleepiness she said, "No, I can''t. I spent the past couple days running around to too many places and I haven''t changed or taken a bath as yet."


    The sun at the height of summer was scorching, but only a bit of it was revealed on her desk from the slit of the curtains, and only the vague outlines of figures could be seen in the entire room.


    In the night, in her dreams, it''s not that Xiaoya had never thought attending college with Lu Xiaobei, or working in the same place as Lu Xiaobei, and for the two of them to always be together never separated. But... when she wakes up, her rationality returns and the feeling of such a thing being impossible hits her. With this in mind, she replied, "I do, I really do. But the points required to get into Nancheng is really high."


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    Xiaoya: "N-nothing."


    Xiaoya remained in the living room for a while more until she could calm her self down again before returning to her room. Seeing her return, Lu Xiaobei said, "I thought you might have fallen outside or something."


    Lu Xiaobei understood Xiaoya''s unspoken meaning, and so told her in return, "You have a ''study god'' right by your side, you might as well take advantage of that, you know? It will be my highest priority for the next two years."


    "Xiaoyu, is this suitcase Lu Xiaobei''s?" Xiaoya''s mother called from outside.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    The water running in the bathroom then stopped, and soon afterwards, Lu Xiaobei walked out. Lu Xiaobei was taller than Xiaoya, so the bathrobe she wears is able to cover her knees but on Lu Xiaobei it could only cover half her thighs. he also had the large pink towel in hand, drying her hair.


    Xiaoya''s mother gave her daughter a blank look. "Your father and I came back early, so would you like to stay and have dinner with us, Lu Xiaobei? There''s not much at home at the moment but..."


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya inside. "Am I shameful or something?"


    Knock. Knock. Xiaoya''s mother knocked directly on her daughter''s door twice, but no response came from the room.


    Xiaoya: "You can still nap for a while here, though."


    Xiaoya remained in the living room for a while more until she could calm her self down again before returning to her room. Seeing her return, Lu Xiaobei said, "I thought you might have fallen outside or something."


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya tidied up her bed then rested a blow-dryer beside her, waiting for Lu Xiaobei to come out so she could help her dry her hair.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Probably not. We can''t be sure your mom won''t come back to check in. Plus, you trying to obstruct her will make it easier for the cat to be let out the bag. On top of that, I''m from Nancheng too, so it doesn''t make much sense for me to come all the way to your house for a nap."


    Xiaoya: "It''s can usually score a ninety on term exams but only manage a eighty during finals because of it too."


    "Xiaoyu, is this suitcase Lu Xiaobei''s?" Xiaoya''s mother called from outside.


    And at that moment, Xiaoya felt her cheeks grow incredibly hot, along with her nose.


    Her hands were delicate and smooth as if carved from white jade.


    Lu Xiaobei had once told her: "When I miss you, I went out to buy something to give to you. That way, the days where I couldn''t see you wouldn''t be a complete waste."


    Lu Xiaobei: "It looks as though you still need more practice in the regard then. The college entrance exams are a test of mental fortitude as well."


    After she caught herself, Xiaoya touched Lu Xiaobei''s hair which long returned to its soft and dried state, before mumbling, "Sorry. I got a bit distracted just now."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah." Glancing towards Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya then went out to grab the suitcase and bring it inside her room.


    Lu Xiaobei: "It looks as though you still need more practice in the regard then. The college entrance exams are a test of mental fortitude as well."


    Seeing this, Xiaoya went to the living room to tell her mother. "Mom, it''s almost six, so I''m going to head out with Captain to eat dinner."


    It was not easy for Lu Xiaobei to stuff all the gifts inside of it, but after she was done, she closed her case and put on her coat.


    Then, just as Xiaoya was about to close back the door, her mother said from the living room, "Don''t keep closing the door during the summer, it''ll get stuffy." Xiaoya was so guilty she could only leave the door open.


    Xiaoya then said, "I''ll go find something else for you." The younger girl at that moment was no different than a frightened bunny as she rushed out the room.


    Xiaoya walked over to the bathroom, replying, "It''s the same colour as the robe, the pink one."


    N/A


    It was obvious they hadn''t done anything at the moment, yet she still felt guilty.


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    Xiaoya: "Nancheng University??"


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her phone. "It''s after five. We should go eat first then get you back after dinner." Originally, Lu Xiaobei just planned to to eat with Xiaoya, but now them going out together was also to keep Xiaoya calm.


    Xiaoya then quickly closed the door, whispering, "My mom didn''t notice anything, right? I didn''t act especially weird just now, right?"


    ?¡ó?


    First Update


    Lu Xiaobei put aside the towel from her head, saying nothing, as an ambiguous atmosphere that couldn''t be described filled the room. Neither tuned on the lights, neither said a word, the only sound to be heard was the continuous hum of the hairdryer.


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    Xiaoya: "It''s can usually score a ninety on term exams but only manage a eighty during finals because of it too."


    Xiaoya: "Alright."


    They made Xiaoya felt as if her own hands being held within had received an electric shock, enough to cause her to quickly pull them away. Lu Xiaobei wasn''t prepared for her actions, which allowed her to escape.


    Xiaoya also didn''t know when, but she also fell asleep with Lu Xiaobei. When she awoke, her mind was in a daze and a fog.


    The instant brought a poem she had one read to mind: "A lotus emerging from clear water; natural, it''s adornments all removed." They were probably speaking about this, won''t they?


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    "I never realised you had a little stutter." A lovers whisper sounded in Xiaoya''s ear.


    Lu Xiaobei opened her suitcase, taking out al the things he had brought for Xiaoya. Xiaoya stood in the doorways, looking at the living room to see her that her mother wasn''t looking towards her room..


    "Whose suitcase is this? It''s not closed either? Did Xiaoyu bring someone over?" Xiaoya''s mother voice could now be quite clearly heard from the other side of her door.


    For three whole minutes, Xiaoya stood outside the door of the room utterly stupefied before managing to calm herself down. She then made her way to Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase to find the other girl some clothes.


    "How is that even possible?! Captain, you''re the best! I just... I just don''t think I can hide my true feelings from my mom." Xiaoya then reluctantly continued, "There are times when I''m super courageous. Like, before, when I was in a junior high debate competition. I was chosen by lottery to represent our class along with other students who all suffered through insomnia because of it while I felt nothing, nothing at all."


    Xiaoya: "Alright."


    "I never realised you had a little stutter." A lovers whisper sounded in Xiaoya''s ear.


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Xiaoyu?"


    It was obvious they hadn''t done anything at the moment, yet she still felt guilty.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Did you bring a friend back?" Xiaoya''s mother looked inside the room, but Xiaoya was almost as tall as her mother, and the woman felt her daughter was trying to block her view so she gently nudged her aside.


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    "It''s done," Lu Xiaobei said suddenly, taking Xiaoya''s hand away. "My hair is already dry."


    Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase was not small, and half of it was filled with stuff she brought for Xiaoya, who then instructed her, "Put them inside the cabinet to the side." That cabinet was blocked by the bookshelf, so only half of it could be opened. Because of that, Xiaoya''s mother rarely dug around in there, making it her secret place.


    Xiaoya turned on the blow-dryer. "Let me blow-dry your hair."


    "I don''t know. At the time, I didn''t even realise I was even shaking. We even lost the debate competition because of me. But even though nobody blamed me, I still reject participating in anything like that even more."


    Xiaoya then quickly closed the door, whispering, "My mom didn''t notice anything, right? I didn''t act especially weird just now, right?"


    It was not easy for Lu Xiaobei to stuff all the gifts inside of it, but after she was done, she closed her case and put on her coat.


    Xiaoya didn''t completely understand it before, but now... all she could wonder was what exactly about herself was so great about her that Lu Xiaobei would like her to so much.


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    Seeing this, Xiaoya went to the living room to tell her mother. "Mom, it''s almost six, so I''m going to head out with Captain to eat dinner."


    Xiaoya remained in the living room for a while more until she could calm her self down again before returning to her room. Seeing her return, Lu Xiaobei said, "I thought you might have fallen outside or something."


    Not long after, Lu Xiaobei''s breath grew long and steady, finally falling asleep.


    ÇåË®³öܽÈØ£¬ÌìȻȥµñÊÎ: It''s a poem used to describe a natural beauty of a woman.


    And for a reason unknown to her, Xiaoya felt as though the day was just too hot¡ªevery inch of her was practically near the point of burning, until Lu Xiaobei took hold of her hands and asked, "Can just I sleep like this?"


    Seeing this, Xiaoya went to the living room to tell her mother. "Mom, it''s almost six, so I''m going to head out with Captain to eat dinner."


    Looking at those things, Xiaoya felt brain had congealed while her entire body flushed to a shade similar to a boiled shrimp. Hugging her knees, she crouched in front of that suitcase with her head buried deeply inside her arms.


    Inside the room, Lu Xiaobei was sitting in front of the desk, seeming to be working on some papers before turning to look at the older woman and greeting, "Hello, Aunty." Lu Xiaobei held a pen was held in her hand, as if she was just writing something. On the nightstand was a blow-dryer, long plugged out with its cord wrapped back up.


    Xiaoya: "You... y-you can just wear mine."


    Xiaoya''s mother looked at her, and the suitcase carrying Lu Xiaobei standing beside her. "What time will you be back? If you''re going to be out long, call your grandmother first. It''s been two weeks since you''ve gone over to her place for a visit. And if you wait until after you come back to call she''ll be asleep."


    "It''s done," Lu Xiaobei said suddenly, taking Xiaoya''s hand away. "My hair is already dry."


    ¡ª¡ª The dividing line of Yu Xiaoya ¡ª¡ª


    Xiaoya: "But I..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Oh. Nancheng University''s might be difficult then."


    Lu Xiaobei pulled Xiaoya onto the bed, her hand nor caressing the younger girl''s cheek. "What were you thinking about?" The two were so lying so closely they could feel the warmth of each other''s breath.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Did you bring a friend back?" Xiaoya''s mother looked inside the room, but Xiaoya was almost as tall as her mother, and the woman felt her daughter was trying to block her view so she gently nudged her aside.


    Xiaoya handed her a pair of white shorts. "I didn''t."


    Xiaoya: "But I..."


    Xiaoya''s mother gave her daughter a blank look. "Your father and I came back early, so would you like to stay and have dinner with us, Lu Xiaobei? There''s not much at home at the moment but..."


    I never thought I would ever have my heart pound and throb with such joy in my entire life.


    And at that moment, Xiaoya felt her cheeks grow incredibly hot, along with her nose.


    Xiaoya''s mother handed her daughter her phone before motioning her to the room to make the call.


    Lu Xiaobei had once told her: "When I miss you, I went out to buy something to give to you. That way, the days where I couldn''t see you wouldn''t be a complete waste."


    Lu Xiaobei then said to Xiaoya, "I''ll go downstairs and wait for you." Then to Xiaoya''s mother she added, "I''ll be leaving first then, Aunty."


    Xiaoya tidied up her bed then rested a blow-dryer beside her, waiting for Lu Xiaobei to come out so she could help her dry her hair.


    Xiaoya''s mom replied, "Alright, alright." The older woman said nothing further and left.


    First Update


    "How is that even possible?! Captain, you''re the best! I just... I just don''t think I can hide my true feelings from my mom." Xiaoya then reluctantly continued, "There are times when I''m super courageous. Like, before, when I was in a junior high debate competition. I was chosen by lottery to represent our class along with other students who all suffered through insomnia because of it while I felt nothing, nothing at all."


    Lu Xiaobei''s suitcase was not small, and half of it was filled with stuff she brought for Xiaoya, who then instructed her, "Put them inside the cabinet to the side." That cabinet was blocked by the bookshelf, so only half of it could be opened. Because of that, Xiaoya''s mother rarely dug around in there, making it her secret place.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So how did it turn out in the end?"


    The sun at the height of summer was scorching, but only a bit of it was revealed on her desk from the slit of the curtains, and only the vague outlines of figures could be seen in the entire room.

 CH 32

    Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, Yu Xiaoya returned to her room, taking her mother''s phone. "Mom, do you have a note with grandma''s number? Since grandma changed her landline last year, I haven''t memorised the number."


    From time to time Xiaoya did mention Lu Xiaobei. "Yeah, she did leave but she came back to Nancheng today."


    Xiaoya''s heart grew uneasy, however, she still thought her mother shouldn''t have noticed anything. "That''s because I asked her to buy me some skincare products while she was in the Netherlands, so today intentionally went to pick her up so I could bring them back." After the cabinet was filled, Lu Xiaobei had placed the skincare products directly on the table. So at current, Xiaoya was glad Lu Xiaobei had left some proof. Pointing to the bottles on the table, she continued, "There right there."


    Xiaoya at that moment breathed a sigh of relief, thinking she had escaped, and secretly feeling glad she had decided to hide her phone in the tissue box as usual, instead of under her pillow which was more convenient.


    For a long time, her heart shook, but there was nowhere to go.


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    "Answer me!" Her mother snapped once more.


    Tears poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. She cried out honestly, "I didn''t fall in love with some gangster!"


    Xiaoya''s mother didn''t respond to her but instead asked, "Didn''t you tell me Lu Xiaobei left the country after her college entrance exams?"


    "Alright. Alright. Alright." These three ''alrights'' spoken by Xiaoya''s mother were different from her earlier affirmations. These three ''alrights'' only made Xiaoya feel as though a brewing storm was nearing.


    Xiaoya: No, nothing. Did you get back home as yet?


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    Her curtains were still open. The lights of the building across from hers had been torn off, and in her own house, there had been no stirrings for a long time. Xiaoya had no idea what the current time was, s she took her phone from her tissue box and saw there were two unread messages from Lu Xiaobei.


    Physically, the distance between them was merely a few metres, and was considerably short, yet it felt as though vast mountains and rivers stood between them. It was nothing like before when Lu Xiaobei was in the Netherlands. Because despite there being over seven-thousand kilometres between them at that time, they did not have any obstacles in their way.


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s chopsticks froze. "I''m sure. I like liberal arts more."


    With a sigh, Xiaoya''s father turned and left her room.


    From time to time Xiaoya did mention Lu Xiaobei. "Yeah, she did leave but she came back to Nancheng today."


    "What''s this?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    "Oh." Xiaoya''s mother indicated she understood, but again asked, "She didn''t go back to her house, but instead came directly to ours?"


    Xiaoya''s mother snapped, "Look directly at my eyes and answer the question!"


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    That''s... that''s...


    Xiaoya''s heart grew uneasy, however, she still thought her mother shouldn''t have noticed anything. "That''s because I asked her to buy me some skincare products while she was in the Netherlands, so today intentionally went to pick her up so I could bring them back." After the cabinet was filled, Lu Xiaobei had placed the skincare products directly on the table. So at current, Xiaoya was glad Lu Xiaobei had left some proof. Pointing to the bottles on the table, she continued, "There right there."


    Lu Xiaobei: I''m downstairs... in your building.


    Xiaoya tried to take the initiative on the topic. She added even more details so as to not only quell the tension in her heart, but also to add some credibility to her words.


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    Xiaoya tried to take the initiative on the topic. She added even more details so as to not only quell the tension in her heart, but also to add some credibility to her words.


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s chopsticks froze. "I''m sure. I like liberal arts more."


    Second Update


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    Xiaoya''s mother cleared her bed, intending to fold Xiaoya''s blanket.


    Xiaoya could feel heart pound with a thud as she went on to reply, "A little while ago when Captain took her nap she probably felt uncomfortable and took it off. I''ll give it back to her later."


    After a long while passed, Xiaoya''s mother turned and took hold of Xiaoya''s hand. "Break up with her."


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    Xiaoya had been unusually clever recently. She only thought she would be accompanying her dad to Little Nancheng for his annual retreat, but despite her finding it strange the retreat would go on for half a month, she asked no questions and simply packed her bag full of question papers and reference materials. After a moment of hesitation, she took out her phone and stuffed it into the bottom of the bag.


    "Did something happen? Why haven''t you come down?"


    A man as thick-skinned as Xiaoya'' father hadn''t noticed in the slightest the cold war occurring between the mother-daughter pair over the past few days.


    A man as thick-skinned as Xiaoya'' father hadn''t noticed in the slightest the cold war occurring between the mother-daughter pair over the past few days.


    Xiaoya at that moment breathed a sigh of relief, thinking she had escaped, and secretly feeling glad she had decided to hide her phone in the tissue box as usual, instead of under her pillow which was more convenient.


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    "What''s this?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    But at current, with such a scene unfolding, she couldn''t say a word.


    The phone shook again, Lu Xiaobei sent a new message: I''m heading back. I''m walking by your window now, can you see me.


    Xiaoya nervously turned on the flashlight of her own phone, also waving it towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    Xiaoya''s face paled, wanting very much to retreat instinctively but the desk behind her prevented such an action.


    Her mother: "In Yunta Town. Although this high school''s advanced classes are not as good as the ones in your former high school, the management here is strict. It''s also an especially good school for liberal arts, as every year there are a lot of students graduating from here that enter top universities."


    It was now dark, completely dark, but Xiaoya had no intention of of adjusting the light of her desk lamp. When the ballgame ended, perhaps an hour later, or maybe two, her father entered her room and stood at her door, seriousness and severity in his voice as he spoke, "Your mother told me you''re dating someone, is that correct?"


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    "Your mother also told me he is already no longer in high school."


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    That''s... that''s...


    After eating, Xiaoya volunteered to wash the dishes but her father drove her away saying, "Go to the living room and watch some television with your mother."


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    Xiaoya: Be careful on your way back.


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    As her mother, whatever clothes Xiaoya had she knew them all well, and that bra was not her daughter''s.


    For a long time, her heart shook, but there was nowhere to go.


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    SLAP¡ª


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, mumbling, "No, I don''t."


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    It could''ve only been Lu Xiaobei''s. Due to Xiaoya''s mother sudden entry earlier, Lu Xiaobei only had enough time to put on a T-shirt and so hid it under the blanket, and so had forgotten to take it when she left.


    Never... Xiaoya never thought it would turn out this way. She thought her mother would continue to hit her, she thought she would be beaten to death. To her, her mother was a superwoman: someone all-powerful, someone who could never fall.


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    "Answer me!" Her mother snapped once more.


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    Xiaoya could feel heart pound with a thud as she went on to reply, "A little while ago when Captain took her nap she probably felt uncomfortable and took it off. I''ll give it back to her later."


    Her mother rose to her feet, she had knelt down for too long so they had grown a bit numb, causing her to hobble to the door. "I won''t tell your father, he ill never accept this. But know this, I will never agree to the two of you being together."


    The phone shook again, Lu Xiaobei sent a new message: I''m heading back. I''m walking by your window now, can you see me.


    However, what she never expected was for her mother to be so determined and unyielding.


    For some words, there was simply no use in saying them.


    Xiaoya tried to take the initiative on the topic. She added even more details so as to not only quell the tension in her heart, but also to add some credibility to her words.


    After helping Xiaoya carrying the suitcase to the bottom floor and packing the luggage into the car, the family of three drove off, her father driving them all out of the city.


    Xiaoya slowly neared her mother, the tears from her eyes now flowing like rain, as if she was a kid no more than three or four years old who had no idea how to express their feelings apart from simply shedding tears. "Mom... please don''t cry... don''t cry, please..."


    Xiaoya then snatched the bra from her mother''s hand, doing so in such a flurry it looked like a robbery. The room then fell into an awkward silence.


    Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, Yu Xiaoya returned to her room, taking her mother''s phone. "Mom, do you have a note with grandma''s number? Since grandma changed her landline last year, I haven''t memorised the number."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Yu Xiaoya, I need you to tell me the truth, understood? Do you have a boyfriend?"


    She no longer raised a hand against her, neither did she curse her, all the woman did was cry by her lonesome, forcing herself to hold the tears back, but was completely unable to and so just kept crying, creating a sad and hopeless sight. In that small room, no longer were the summer''s chirping cicadas anywhere to be heard, as the only sound enveloping that space were pain-filled sobs. Her cries sounded like those of a desperate person who had lost their sustenance, or of an animal who discovered she''d lost her cub¡ªit was as if her life was beyond redemption.


    There was dead silence.


    Xiaoya slowly neared her mother, the tears from her eyes now flowing like rain, as if she was a kid no more than three or four years old who had no idea how to express their feelings apart from simply shedding tears. "Mom... please don''t cry... don''t cry, please..."


    Xiaoya''s mother then asked her, character by character: "Then, do you have a girlfriend?"


    Xiaoya couldn''t believe it. "You transferred me?!"


    Never... Xiaoya never thought it would turn out this way. She thought her mother would continue to hit her, she thought she would be beaten to death. To her, her mother was a superwoman: someone all-powerful, someone who could never fall.


    "Alright. Alright. Alright." These three ''alrights'' spoken by Xiaoya''s mother were different from her earlier affirmations. These three ''alrights'' only made Xiaoya feel as though a brewing storm was nearing.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, mumbling, "No, I don''t."


    Xiaoya couldn''t believe it. "You transferred me?!"


    It was now dark, completely dark, but Xiaoya had no intention of of adjusting the light of her desk lamp. When the ballgame ended, perhaps an hour later, or maybe two, her father entered her room and stood at her door, seriousness and severity in his voice as he spoke, "Your mother told me you''re dating someone, is that correct?"


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    Xiaoya''s mother snapped, "Look directly at my eyes and answer the question!"


    iana: Some clarification because I''m in no mood for linking footnotes. About the transfer, in case you forgot, Xiaoya was registered at the high school she qualified for via entrance exams but attended a different high school as a loan student, so it wasn''t a full transfer. So this time around she is a registered student on Yunta High (Boarding School). About wishing Lu Xiaobei hadn''t returned, don''t misunderstand our girl, it''s just that she actually had a relationship at that time, not feeling guilty all around and kept under lock and key. Looks like she was planning to wait it out but her mother pulled a trap card. Trust me when I say being transferred out of the blue feels like sht, and the reasoning behind hers must feel like crap flakes on poop icing on top of a sht cake. Remember, despite her parents being a$ right now, they are still her parents, she doesn''t/didn''t want to disappoint them¡ªor Lu Xiaobei, so our girl is stuck; and she was precious from the get go. She''s not the type to expect a reaction like this. Especially, since she hasn''t actually done anything! Okay, I''m done. This chapter hurt my heart, and I am not okay. o(T¥ØTo) ... o(Ò»¦äÒ»+)o


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    N/A


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring into her mother''s eyes. "I don''t have a boyfriend."


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    It was impossible for her to go eat inner with Lu Xiaobei now, even their future was...


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    In the living room, the television was always running so Xiaoya closed her door, not even in the mood to take out her phone. Lately, although she was still in contact with Lu Xiaobei, all she messaged every day was a hello.


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, Yu Xiaoya returned to her room, taking her mother''s phone. "Mom, do you have a note with grandma''s number? Since grandma changed her landline last year, I haven''t memorised the number."


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    "Alright. Alright. Alright." These three ''alrights'' spoken by Xiaoya''s mother were different from her earlier affirmations. These three ''alrights'' only made Xiaoya feel as though a brewing storm was nearing.


    "Did something happen? Why haven''t you come down?"


    She couldn''t think, the gears in her mind were stuck. Her only thought being that everything had made sense and she shouldn''t expose any fatal flaws.


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    Xiaoya''s mother then asked her, character by character: "Then, do you have a girlfriend?"


    Xiaoya''s mother no longer argued with her daughter, only stepping out the car and saying to her, "Get out, I''m taking you to go register. We transferred you fully this time, so now you''re registered at this school. Yunta High has strict rules. It has classes throughout the weekend and lets off for a holiday once a month. When that time comes we''ll drive here to come pick you up."


    Xiaoya''s face paled as she stare at her mother in disbelief.


    Lu Xiaobei: I will. Go get some sleep, okay?


    "Answer me!" Her mother snapped once more.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did anything happen to you?


    She then went to her mother, taking the suitcase the woman held in her hand, only to feel her entire body lean over. "Why is it so heavy? Does it have all the clothes of our house inside it?"


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    N/A


    The young girl feeling as though her entire person had fallen into an icy pit. It wasn''t that she had never thought about coming out of the closet, just that whenever that time was it would surely not have been at this moment. She hadn''t given her parents any forewarnings, she was still in high school, and was in no way able to support herself.


    And for other words, neither had to speak them for them to be understood.


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    Xiaoya replied to her: I saw it.


    "Yunta High School," her mother replied.


    Her curtains were still open. The lights of the building across from hers had been torn off, and in her own house, there had been no stirrings for a long time. Xiaoya had no idea what the current time was, s she took her phone from her tissue box and saw there were two unread messages from Lu Xiaobei.


    There was dead silence.


    "You spoil her too much! I''m educating her, so stay out of it!" Xiaoya''s mother waved him away as she spoke.


    "Your mother also told me he is already no longer in high school."


    And for other words, neither had to speak them for them to be understood.


    Hearing the commotion, Xiaoya''s father came in from the living room and said to them both, "Why are you being so harsh to the kid? Holiday''s are hard to come by, it''s good for her to go hang out and enjoy herself, to be lively."


    There was dead silence.


    That''s... that''s...


    She no longer raised a hand against her, neither did she curse her, all the woman did was cry by her lonesome, forcing herself to hold the tears back, but was completely unable to and so just kept crying, creating a sad and hopeless sight. In that small room, no longer were the summer''s chirping cicadas anywhere to be heard, as the only sound enveloping that space were pain-filled sobs. Her cries sounded like those of a desperate person who had lost their sustenance, or of an animal who discovered she''d lost her cub¡ªit was as if her life was beyond redemption.


    "Xiaoya, I''ll be waiting for you downstairs. When you read this, message me back, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei: Did anything happen to you?


    Another two days later, Xiaoya''s mother called her out and handed her a suitcase. "You''ll be going for a month this time so pack all of your assignments."


    For some words, there was simply no use in saying them.


    "You spoil her too much! I''m educating her, so stay out of it!" Xiaoya''s mother waved him away as she spoke.


    It was impossible for her to go eat inner with Lu Xiaobei now, even their future was...


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    The next day, the man received a call from a colleague at their home, "Mr. Yu, the annual retreat this year will be held in Little Nancheng, the hot spring there is quite famous. You can bring your wife and daughter along as well, the company will cover all the expenses."


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    Xiaoya''s face paled, wanting very much to retreat instinctively but the desk behind her prevented such an action.


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    She couldn''t think, the gears in her mind were stuck. Her only thought being that everything had made sense and she shouldn''t expose any fatal flaws.


    Xiaoya had no idea what her mother had told him, however, she got the vague feeling that her mother hadn''t outed her, otherwise, there was no way her father would still be that calm. Again seeing his daughter not say a word, he took it as her silent agreement. "When you enter university, you will meet a lot of new people, people far better and far more outstanding who will like you. So for now, it''s much better for you to make your studies a priority."


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    Second Update


    Xiaoya''s mother closed the door, her voice calming somewhat as she then asked, "Tell me truth. I promise I won''t tell your father, alright? Are you and Lu Xiaobei dating?"


    Xiaoya: Yes, I see you.


    "Answer me!" Her mother snapped once more.


    Xiaoya''s mother cleared her bed, intending to fold Xiaoya''s blanket.


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    Xiaoya''s mother didn''t respond to her but instead asked, "Didn''t you tell me Lu Xiaobei left the country after her college entrance exams?"


    To this, he father chuckled and said, "Alright then. Liberal arts is much better for girls."


    Second Update


    Xiaoya''s mother cleared her bed, intending to fold Xiaoya''s blanket.


    For a long time, her heart shook, but there was nowhere to go.


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    "Mom, I..."


    Xiaoya: "Dad, I''m sorry." These days, all Xiaoya had said sorry so many times in her heart, to her mother, to Lu Xiaobei, and to her father.


    And for other words, neither had to speak them for them to be understood.


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    Xiaoya: No, nothing. Did you get back home as yet?


    Xiaoya: "Dad, I''m sorry." These days, all Xiaoya had said sorry so many times in her heart, to her mother, to Lu Xiaobei, and to her father.


    Suddenly, her mother asked, "Have you broken up with her?"


    Xiaoya''s mother didn''t respond to her but instead asked, "Didn''t you tell me Lu Xiaobei left the country after her college entrance exams?"


    SLAP¡ª


    Her curtains were still open. The lights of the building across from hers had been torn off, and in her own house, there had been no stirrings for a long time. Xiaoya had no idea what the current time was, s she took her phone from her tissue box and saw there were two unread messages from Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya''s mother froze. Her hand reacting much faster than her mind, slapping her daughter right across her face.


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother did not call her out for dinner. But Xiaoya didn''t know whether it was on account of her mother''s kindness or just her being exiled.


    Xiaoya, stunned, stood there in place. The force of the slap was so strong she was knocked into a stupor. Her mother then dropping onto the ground, leaning against her bed as she cried.


    Xiaoya replied to her: I saw it.


    Xiaoya had been unusually clever recently. She only thought she would be accompanying her dad to Little Nancheng for his annual retreat, but despite her finding it strange the retreat would go on for half a month, she asked no questions and simply packed her bag full of question papers and reference materials. After a moment of hesitation, she took out her phone and stuffed it into the bottom of the bag.


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    Second Update


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring into her mother''s eyes. "I don''t have a boyfriend."


    She no longer raised a hand against her, neither did she curse her, all the woman did was cry by her lonesome, forcing herself to hold the tears back, but was completely unable to and so just kept crying, creating a sad and hopeless sight. In that small room, no longer were the summer''s chirping cicadas anywhere to be heard, as the only sound enveloping that space were pain-filled sobs. Her cries sounded like those of a desperate person who had lost their sustenance, or of an animal who discovered she''d lost her cub¡ªit was as if her life was beyond redemption.


    "Your mother also told me he is already no longer in high school."


    Xiaoya''s mother no longer argued with her daughter, only stepping out the car and saying to her, "Get out, I''m taking you to go register. We transferred you fully this time, so now you''re registered at this school. Yunta High has strict rules. It has classes throughout the weekend and lets off for a holiday once a month. When that time comes we''ll drive here to come pick you up."


    And for other words, neither had to speak them for them to be understood.


    Never... Xiaoya never thought it would turn out this way. She thought her mother would continue to hit her, she thought she would be beaten to death. To her, her mother was a superwoman: someone all-powerful, someone who could never fall.


    But at current, with such a scene unfolding, she couldn''t say a word.


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    Xiaoya: Yes, I see you.


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, Yu Xiaoya returned to her room, taking her mother''s phone. "Mom, do you have a note with grandma''s number? Since grandma changed her landline last year, I haven''t memorised the number."


    Xiaoya slowly neared her mother, the tears from her eyes now flowing like rain, as if she was a kid no more than three or four years old who had no idea how to express their feelings apart from simply shedding tears. "Mom... please don''t cry... don''t cry, please..."


    After helping Xiaoya carrying the suitcase to the bottom floor and packing the luggage into the car, the family of three drove off, her father driving them all out of the city.


    Xiaoya could feel heart pound with a thud as she went on to reply, "A little while ago when Captain took her nap she probably felt uncomfortable and took it off. I''ll give it back to her later."


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother did not call her out for dinner. But Xiaoya didn''t know whether it was on account of her mother''s kindness or just her being exiled.


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    Suddenly, her mother asked, "Have you broken up with her?"


    "Mom... mommy... please don''t cry... I was wrong, okay... I''ll be good from now on, okay... I''ll study well, okay..." Xiaoya hugged her mother, her entire body trembling as she sobbed.


    Xiaoya tried to take the initiative on the topic. She added even more details so as to not only quell the tension in her heart, but also to add some credibility to her words.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    After a long while passed, Xiaoya''s mother turned and took hold of Xiaoya''s hand. "Break up with her."


    Another two days later, Xiaoya''s mother called her out and handed her a suitcase. "You''ll be going for a month this time so pack all of your assignments."


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    But her mother said nothing, and only asked her father to help his daughter carry the luggage.


    Xiaoya tried to take the initiative on the topic. She added even more details so as to not only quell the tension in her heart, but also to add some credibility to her words.


    It could''ve only been Lu Xiaobei''s. Due to Xiaoya''s mother sudden entry earlier, Lu Xiaobei only had enough time to put on a T-shirt and so hid it under the blanket, and so had forgotten to take it when she left.


    To this, he father chuckled and said, "Alright then. Liberal arts is much better for girls."


    Xiaoya: "? ? ?"


    Xiaoya at that moment breathed a sigh of relief, thinking she had escaped, and secretly feeling glad she had decided to hide her phone in the tissue box as usual, instead of under her pillow which was more convenient.


    Xiaoya noticed the phone in her tissue box vibrate a couple of times, but her mother was too much of an agitated to have noticed the box move. Xiaoya could only think right then: Lu Xiaobei must''ve realised something went wrong an decided to not ring the doorbell.


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    Sometimes when Xiaoya thought about it, she thought it would''ve been better if Lu Xiaobei hadn''t returned to Nancheng. But she also knew that if she stretched out her head, there would be a blade; and if she shrunk her head back, there would be a blade too. Sooner or later, the day would''ve arrived and there was no avoiding it.


    But at current, with such a scene unfolding, she couldn''t say a word.


    That''s... that''s...


    The person she loved was standing right there, right in the first floor of her building, but she couldn''t bring herself to face her mother and say they wanted to be together.


    From the front seat, Xiaoya''s father stretched out his head. "Don''t yell at your mother. Both of us hate the idea of it too, but we can''t just sit by and watch you ruin your life by falling in love with some gangster."


    Xiaoya then snatched the bra from her mother''s hand, doing so in such a flurry it looked like a robbery. The room then fell into an awkward silence.


    But her mother said nothing, and only asked her father to help his daughter carry the luggage.


    Physically, the distance between them was merely a few metres, and was considerably short, yet it felt as though vast mountains and rivers stood between them. It was nothing like before when Lu Xiaobei was in the Netherlands. Because despite there being over seven-thousand kilometres between them at that time, they did not have any obstacles in their way.


    After a long while passed, Xiaoya''s mother turned and took hold of Xiaoya''s hand. "Break up with her."


    Xiaoya at that moment breathed a sigh of relief, thinking she had escaped, and secretly feeling glad she had decided to hide her phone in the tissue box as usual, instead of under her pillow which was more convenient.


    "You spoil her too much! I''m educating her, so stay out of it!" Xiaoya''s mother waved him away as she spoke.


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    Lu Xiaobei: Did anything happen to you?


    Xiaoya ran to her desk, climbing onto it and carefully looked down below. The street lights were dim, so she couldn''t see clearly. But just then, someone turned on the flashlight of their phone, waving in in the direction of her room.


    Xiaoya noticed the phone in her tissue box vibrate a couple of times, but her mother was too much of an agitated to have noticed the box move. Xiaoya could only think right then: Lu Xiaobei must''ve realised something went wrong an decided to not ring the doorbell.


    When the end of term exam results came out, Xiaoya''s score was pretty good. She had placed well inside the top one hundred and fifty of her year and could enter into the advanced science courses. But Xiaoya had discussed it earlier with her parents she would be going the liberal arts route and not the sciences. But her father now lamented, "If you enter the advanced science course, it would be much easier for you to get into a good college. Furthermore, if you study the same major as I did, you can join my class in the future. I know a few teachers at your high school, so are you sure you don''t want to change it?"


    It was impossible for her to go eat inner with Lu Xiaobei now, even their future was...


    After her father was done with the dishes, he walked into the living room, picked up the remote, and without asking, switched to channel to a ballgame.


    "You spoil her too much! I''m educating her, so stay out of it!" Xiaoya''s mother waved him away as she spoke.


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    "What''s this?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    When the end of term exam results came out, Xiaoya''s score was pretty good. She had placed well inside the top one hundred and fifty of her year and could enter into the advanced science courses. But Xiaoya had discussed it earlier with her parents she would be going the liberal arts route and not the sciences. But her father now lamented, "If you enter the advanced science course, it would be much easier for you to get into a good college. Furthermore, if you study the same major as I did, you can join my class in the future. I know a few teachers at your high school, so are you sure you don''t want to change it?"


    On that summer''s evening, the passage of time was incomparably slow.


    On that summer''s evening, the passage of time was incomparably slow.


    She no longer raised a hand against her, neither did she curse her, all the woman did was cry by her lonesome, forcing herself to hold the tears back, but was completely unable to and so just kept crying, creating a sad and hopeless sight. In that small room, no longer were the summer''s chirping cicadas anywhere to be heard, as the only sound enveloping that space were pain-filled sobs. Her cries sounded like those of a desperate person who had lost their sustenance, or of an animal who discovered she''d lost her cub¡ªit was as if her life was beyond redemption.


    Second Update


    To Xiaoya, it felt as though the light transmitted from Lu Xiaobei''s phone, had illuminated the shroud of darkness, had illuminated her life.


    Lu Xiaobei: I will. Go get some sleep, okay?


    Her mother: "In Yunta Town. Although this high school''s advanced classes are not as good as the ones in your former high school, the management here is strict. It''s also an especially good school for liberal arts, as every year there are a lot of students graduating from here that enter top universities."


    Xiaoya couldn''t believe it. "You transferred me?!"


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    Stunned, Xiaoya looked at the time, it was already twenty minutes past one, but not in the afternoon, in the wee hours of the morning. Lu Xiaobei had been waiting on the first floor of her apartment building for seven hours.


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    Xiaoya wanted to shake her head, she wanted to say no, but she was completely frozen stiff, unable to move and do anything.


    As her mother, whatever clothes Xiaoya had she knew them all well, and that bra was not her daughter''s.


    "Don''t force my hand." Her mother looked at her sternly.


    Xiaoya''s mother closed the door, her voice calming somewhat as she then asked, "Tell me truth. I promise I won''t tell your father, alright? Are you and Lu Xiaobei dating?"


    For a long time, her heart shook, but there was nowhere to go.


    SLAP¡ª


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    Xiaoya: "? ? ?"


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    Tears poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. She cried out honestly, "I didn''t fall in love with some gangster!"


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s heart grew uneasy, however, she still thought her mother shouldn''t have noticed anything. "That''s because I asked her to buy me some skincare products while she was in the Netherlands, so today intentionally went to pick her up so I could bring them back." After the cabinet was filled, Lu Xiaobei had placed the skincare products directly on the table. So at current, Xiaoya was glad Lu Xiaobei had left some proof. Pointing to the bottles on the table, she continued, "There right there."


    For a long time, her heart shook, but there was nowhere to go.


    "Mom, I..."


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    Her mother rose to her feet, she had knelt down for too long so they had grown a bit numb, causing her to hobble to the door. "I won''t tell your father, he ill never accept this. But know this, I will never agree to the two of you being together."


    "Xiaoya, go study in your room," her mother ordered.


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother did not call her out for dinner. But Xiaoya didn''t know whether it was on account of her mother''s kindness or just her being exiled.


    And not two two seconds later, Lu Xiaobei sent her a message in return, as though she had been staring at her phone the entire time.


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    Xiaoya had no idea what her mother had told him, however, she got the vague feeling that her mother hadn''t outed her, otherwise, there was no way her father would still be that calm. Again seeing his daughter not say a word, he took it as her silent agreement. "When you enter university, you will meet a lot of new people, people far better and far more outstanding who will like you. So for now, it''s much better for you to make your studies a priority."


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    Xiaoya could feel heart pound with a thud as she went on to reply, "A little while ago when Captain took her nap she probably felt uncomfortable and took it off. I''ll give it back to her later."


    Xiaoya''s face paled, wanting very much to retreat instinctively but the desk behind her prevented such an action.


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s mother then asked her, character by character: "Then, do you have a girlfriend?"


    Xiaoya wanted to shake her head, she wanted to say no, but she was completely frozen stiff, unable to move and do anything.


    Her curtains were still open. The lights of the building across from hers had been torn off, and in her own house, there had been no stirrings for a long time. Xiaoya had no idea what the current time was, s she took her phone from her tissue box and saw there were two unread messages from Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya: "? ? ?"


    "Did something happen? Why haven''t you come down?"


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    "Alright. Alright. Alright." These three ''alrights'' spoken by Xiaoya''s mother were different from her earlier affirmations. These three ''alrights'' only made Xiaoya feel as though a brewing storm was nearing.


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother packed a suitcase for her, so Xiaoya asked, "Are we going to Little Nancheng? When are we leaving?"


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    "Xiaoya, I''ll be waiting for you downstairs. When you read this, message me back, okay?"


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    "What''s this?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    But her mother said nothing, and only asked her father to help his daughter carry the luggage.


    "Your mother also told me he is already no longer in high school."


    To Xiaoya, it felt as though the light transmitted from Lu Xiaobei''s phone, had illuminated the shroud of darkness, had illuminated her life.


    There was dead silence.


    Xiaoya replied to her: I saw it.


    Second Update


    N/A


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    And not two two seconds later, Lu Xiaobei sent her a message in return, as though she had been staring at her phone the entire time.


    Xiaoya was in no mood to study, only holding the pen in her hand while she sat at her desk. It was very quiet at night, so even if the door was closed, Xiaoya could still still hear the voices from the television: "Ball¡ªis in!" But she couldn''t hear any of her parents'' words.


    Xiaoya had no idea what her mother had told him, however, she got the vague feeling that her mother hadn''t outed her, otherwise, there was no way her father would still be that calm. Again seeing his daughter not say a word, he took it as her silent agreement. "When you enter university, you will meet a lot of new people, people far better and far more outstanding who will like you. So for now, it''s much better for you to make your studies a priority."


    "Answer me!" Her mother snapped once more.


    Lu Xiaobei: What happened?


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother packed a suitcase for her, so Xiaoya asked, "Are we going to Little Nancheng? When are we leaving?"


    Xiaoya: "Dad, I''m sorry." These days, all Xiaoya had said sorry so many times in her heart, to her mother, to Lu Xiaobei, and to her father.


    iana: Some clarification because I''m in no mood for linking footnotes. About the transfer, in case you forgot, Xiaoya was registered at the high school she qualified for via entrance exams but attended a different high school as a loan student, so it wasn''t a full transfer. So this time around she is a registered student on Yunta High (Boarding School). About wishing Lu Xiaobei hadn''t returned, don''t misunderstand our girl, it''s just that she actually had a relationship at that time, not feeling guilty all around and kept under lock and key. Looks like she was planning to wait it out but her mother pulled a trap card. Trust me when I say being transferred out of the blue feels like sht, and the reasoning behind hers must feel like crap flakes on poop icing on top of a sht cake. Remember, despite her parents being a$ right now, they are still her parents, she doesn''t/didn''t want to disappoint them¡ªor Lu Xiaobei, so our girl is stuck; and she was precious from the get go. She''s not the type to expect a reaction like this. Especially, since she hasn''t actually done anything! Okay, I''m done. This chapter hurt my heart, and I am not okay. o(T¥ØTo) ... o(Ò»¦äÒ»+)o


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    However, what she never expected was for her mother to be so determined and unyielding.


    Xiaoya''s face paled as she stare at her mother in disbelief.


    Physically, the distance between them was merely a few metres, and was considerably short, yet it felt as though vast mountains and rivers stood between them. It was nothing like before when Lu Xiaobei was in the Netherlands. Because despite there being over seven-thousand kilometres between them at that time, they did not have any obstacles in their way.


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    Another two days later, Xiaoya''s mother called her out and handed her a suitcase. "You''ll be going for a month this time so pack all of your assignments."


    Lu Xiaobei: Did anything happen to you?


    It was now dark, completely dark, but Xiaoya had no intention of of adjusting the light of her desk lamp. When the ballgame ended, perhaps an hour later, or maybe two, her father entered her room and stood at her door, seriousness and severity in his voice as he spoke, "Your mother told me you''re dating someone, is that correct?"


    Xiaoya said nothing, but she agreed silently.


    She couldn''t think, the gears in her mind were stuck. Her only thought being that everything had made sense and she shouldn''t expose any fatal flaws.


    Physically, the distance between them was merely a few metres, and was considerably short, yet it felt as though vast mountains and rivers stood between them. It was nothing like before when Lu Xiaobei was in the Netherlands. Because despite there being over seven-thousand kilometres between them at that time, they did not have any obstacles in their way.


    Chuckling politely, Xiaoya''s father replied, "Oh, thank you, I appreciate it."


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring into her mother''s eyes. "I don''t have a boyfriend."


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    Xiaoya: No, nothing. Did you get back home as yet?


    For some words, there was simply no use in saying them.


    "Don''t force my hand." Her mother looked at her sternly.


    "What''s this?" Xiaoya''s mother asked.


    But at current, with such a scene unfolding, she couldn''t say a word.


    Xiaoya noticed the phone in her tissue box vibrate a couple of times, but her mother was too much of an agitated to have noticed the box move. Xiaoya could only think right then: Lu Xiaobei must''ve realised something went wrong an decided to not ring the doorbell.


    Lu Xiaobei: I''m downstairs... in your building.


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    Stunned, Xiaoya looked at the time, it was already twenty minutes past one, but not in the afternoon, in the wee hours of the morning. Lu Xiaobei had been waiting on the first floor of her apartment building for seven hours.


    She then went to her mother, taking the suitcase the woman held in her hand, only to feel her entire body lean over. "Why is it so heavy? Does it have all the clothes of our house inside it?"


    Xiaoya, with trembling hands, then typed: I thought you had already gone back home.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Yu Xiaoya, I need you to tell me the truth, understood? Do you have a boyfriend?"


    Xiaoya, with trembling hands, then typed: I thought you had already gone back home.


    Lu Xiaobei: I''m downstairs... in your building.


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s chopsticks froze. "I''m sure. I like liberal arts more."


    From time to time Xiaoya did mention Lu Xiaobei. "Yeah, she did leave but she came back to Nancheng today."


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    Lu Xiaobei: I was worried about you.


    Xiaoya then snatched the bra from her mother''s hand, doing so in such a flurry it looked like a robbery. The room then fell into an awkward silence.


    Xiaoya jumped off the bed, rushing over, holding the handle of her door, wanting to go outside, wanting to run down to Lu Xiaobei, wanting to see her. Her door then opened with a click, immediately breaking Xiaoya from her trance. No, she couldn''t go meet Lu Xiaobei right then.


    N/A


    However, what she never expected was for her mother to be so determined and unyielding.


    Tears poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. She cried out honestly, "I didn''t fall in love with some gangster!"


    "Oh." Xiaoya''s mother indicated she understood, but again asked, "She didn''t go back to her house, but instead came directly to ours?"


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    The phone shook again, Lu Xiaobei sent a new message: I''m heading back. I''m walking by your window now, can you see me.


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    Xiaoya ran to her desk, climbing onto it and carefully looked down below. The street lights were dim, so she couldn''t see clearly. But just then, someone turned on the flashlight of their phone, waving in in the direction of her room.


    Xiaoya, stunned, stood there in place. The force of the slap was so strong she was knocked into a stupor. Her mother then dropping onto the ground, leaning against her bed as she cried.


    Xiaoya nervously turned on the flashlight of her own phone, also waving it towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya''s mother then asked her, character by character: "Then, do you have a girlfriend?"


    Lu Xiaobei messaged: Do you see me?


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    After her father was done with the dishes, he walked into the living room, picked up the remote, and without asking, switched to channel to a ballgame.


    "Don''t force my hand." Her mother looked at her sternly.


    Xiaoya could feel heart pound with a thud as she went on to reply, "A little while ago when Captain took her nap she probably felt uncomfortable and took it off. I''ll give it back to her later."


    For a long time, her heart shook, but there was nowhere to go.


    Xiaoya at that moment breathed a sigh of relief, thinking she had escaped, and secretly feeling glad she had decided to hide her phone in the tissue box as usual, instead of under her pillow which was more convenient.


    Xiaoya: Yes, I see you.


    With a sigh, Xiaoya''s father turned and left her room.


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    Xiaoya said nothing, but she agreed silently.


    Her mother: "In Yunta Town. Although this high school''s advanced classes are not as good as the ones in your former high school, the management here is strict. It''s also an especially good school for liberal arts, as every year there are a lot of students graduating from here that enter top universities."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Yu Xiaoya, I need you to tell me the truth, understood? Do you have a boyfriend?"


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei: I will. Go get some sleep, okay?


    To Xiaoya, it felt as though the light transmitted from Lu Xiaobei''s phone, had illuminated the shroud of darkness, had illuminated her life.


    It could''ve only been Lu Xiaobei''s. Due to Xiaoya''s mother sudden entry earlier, Lu Xiaobei only had enough time to put on a T-shirt and so hid it under the blanket, and so had forgotten to take it when she left.


    After eating, Xiaoya volunteered to wash the dishes but her father drove her away saying, "Go to the living room and watch some television with your mother."


    It had been a long time since Xiaoya had slept this deep. So when she was shaken awake by her mother, she was still in a daze. "Are we there?" Xiaoya looked out the car window where beyond it was a large sports field, looking nothing like a resort. Xiaoya then asked, "Where are we?"


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother did not call her out for dinner. But Xiaoya didn''t know whether it was on account of her mother''s kindness or just her being exiled.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, mumbling, "No, I don''t."


    Xiaoya: Be careful on your way back.


    Xiaoya''s mother cleared her bed, intending to fold Xiaoya''s blanket.


    Lu Xiaobei: I will. Go get some sleep, okay?


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    After a long while passed, Xiaoya''s mother turned and took hold of Xiaoya''s hand. "Break up with her."


    Xiaoya nervously turned on the flashlight of her own phone, also waving it towards Lu Xiaobei.


    After helping Xiaoya carrying the suitcase to the bottom floor and packing the luggage into the car, the family of three drove off, her father driving them all out of the city.


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    Lu Xiaobei: I was worried about you.


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    "Oh." Xiaoya''s mother indicated she understood, but again asked, "She didn''t go back to her house, but instead came directly to ours?"


    The next day, the man received a call from a colleague at their home, "Mr. Yu, the annual retreat this year will be held in Little Nancheng, the hot spring there is quite famous. You can bring your wife and daughter along as well, the company will cover all the expenses."


    Xiaoya noticed the phone in her tissue box vibrate a couple of times, but her mother was too much of an agitated to have noticed the box move. Xiaoya could only think right then: Lu Xiaobei must''ve realised something went wrong an decided to not ring the doorbell.


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    When the end of term exam results came out, Xiaoya''s score was pretty good. She had placed well inside the top one hundred and fifty of her year and could enter into the advanced science courses. But Xiaoya had discussed it earlier with her parents she would be going the liberal arts route and not the sciences. But her father now lamented, "If you enter the advanced science course, it would be much easier for you to get into a good college. Furthermore, if you study the same major as I did, you can join my class in the future. I know a few teachers at your high school, so are you sure you don''t want to change it?"


    Xiaoya ran to her desk, climbing onto it and carefully looked down below. The street lights were dim, so she couldn''t see clearly. But just then, someone turned on the flashlight of their phone, waving in in the direction of her room.


    "Xiaoya, go study in your room," her mother ordered.


    Xiaoya ran to her desk, climbing onto it and carefully looked down below. The street lights were dim, so she couldn''t see clearly. But just then, someone turned on the flashlight of their phone, waving in in the direction of her room.


    Xiaoya had no idea what her mother had told him, however, she got the vague feeling that her mother hadn''t outed her, otherwise, there was no way her father would still be that calm. Again seeing his daughter not say a word, he took it as her silent agreement. "When you enter university, you will meet a lot of new people, people far better and far more outstanding who will like you. So for now, it''s much better for you to make your studies a priority."


    From the front seat, Xiaoya''s father stretched out his head. "Don''t yell at your mother. Both of us hate the idea of it too, but we can''t just sit by and watch you ruin your life by falling in love with some gangster."


    Xiaoya''s mother closed the door, her voice calming somewhat as she then asked, "Tell me truth. I promise I won''t tell your father, alright? Are you and Lu Xiaobei dating?"


    Xiaoya: No, nothing. Did you get back home as yet?


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s chopsticks froze. "I''m sure. I like liberal arts more."


    To Xiaoya, it felt as though the light transmitted from Lu Xiaobei''s phone, had illuminated the shroud of darkness, had illuminated her life.


    Xiaoya ran to her desk, climbing onto it and carefully looked down below. The street lights were dim, so she couldn''t see clearly. But just then, someone turned on the flashlight of their phone, waving in in the direction of her room.


    Lu Xiaobei: What happened?


    Tears poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. She cried out honestly, "I didn''t fall in love with some gangster!"


    Xiaoya said nothing, but she agreed silently.


    To this, he father chuckled and said, "Alright then. Liberal arts is much better for girls."


    Suddenly, her mother asked, "Have you broken up with her?"


    It was impossible for her to go eat inner with Lu Xiaobei now, even their future was...


    Xiaoya nervously turned on the flashlight of her own phone, also waving it towards Lu Xiaobei.


    From the front seat, Xiaoya''s father stretched out his head. "Don''t yell at your mother. Both of us hate the idea of it too, but we can''t just sit by and watch you ruin your life by falling in love with some gangster."


    "Mom, I..."


    After eating, Xiaoya volunteered to wash the dishes but her father drove her away saying, "Go to the living room and watch some television with your mother."


    Xiaoya: No, nothing. Did you get back home as yet?


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    Xiaoya replied to her: I saw it.


    "Yunta High School," her mother replied.


    But at current, with such a scene unfolding, she couldn''t say a word.


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    But her mother said nothing, and only asked her father to help his daughter carry the luggage.


    A man as thick-skinned as Xiaoya'' father hadn''t noticed in the slightest the cold war occurring between the mother-daughter pair over the past few days.


    "Don''t force my hand." Her mother looked at her sternly.


    Xiaoya ran to her desk, climbing onto it and carefully looked down below. The street lights were dim, so she couldn''t see clearly. But just then, someone turned on the flashlight of their phone, waving in in the direction of her room.


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    The person she loved was standing right there, right in the first floor of her building, but she couldn''t bring herself to face her mother and say they wanted to be together.


    It had been a long time since Xiaoya had slept this deep. So when she was shaken awake by her mother, she was still in a daze. "Are we there?" Xiaoya looked out the car window where beyond it was a large sports field, looking nothing like a resort. Xiaoya then asked, "Where are we?"


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    Suddenly, her mother asked, "Have you broken up with her?"


    Chuckling politely, Xiaoya''s father replied, "Oh, thank you, I appreciate it."


    "Yunta High School," her mother replied.


    In the living room, the television was always running so Xiaoya closed her door, not even in the mood to take out her phone. Lately, although she was still in contact with Lu Xiaobei, all she messaged every day was a hello.


    Xiaoya''s mother closed the door, her voice calming somewhat as she then asked, "Tell me truth. I promise I won''t tell your father, alright? Are you and Lu Xiaobei dating?"


    It was impossible for her to go eat inner with Lu Xiaobei now, even their future was...


    After eating, Xiaoya volunteered to wash the dishes but her father drove her away saying, "Go to the living room and watch some television with your mother."


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    "Did something happen? Why haven''t you come down?"


    Xiaoya: "? ? ?"


    To this, he father chuckled and said, "Alright then. Liberal arts is much better for girls."


    She couldn''t think, the gears in her mind were stuck. Her only thought being that everything had made sense and she shouldn''t expose any fatal flaws.


    "Mom, I..."


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    The young girl feeling as though her entire person had fallen into an icy pit. It wasn''t that she had never thought about coming out of the closet, just that whenever that time was it would surely not have been at this moment. She hadn''t given her parents any forewarnings, she was still in high school, and was in no way able to support herself.


    Xiaoya''s mother snapped, "Look directly at my eyes and answer the question!"


    The young girl feeling as though her entire person had fallen into an icy pit. It wasn''t that she had never thought about coming out of the closet, just that whenever that time was it would surely not have been at this moment. She hadn''t given her parents any forewarnings, she was still in high school, and was in no way able to support herself.


    Xiaoya''s mother then asked her, character by character: "Then, do you have a girlfriend?"


    It could''ve only been Lu Xiaobei''s. Due to Xiaoya''s mother sudden entry earlier, Lu Xiaobei only had enough time to put on a T-shirt and so hid it under the blanket, and so had forgotten to take it when she left.


    After her father was done with the dishes, he walked into the living room, picked up the remote, and without asking, switched to channel to a ballgame.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, mumbling, "No, I don''t."


    Xiaoya''s mother didn''t respond to her but instead asked, "Didn''t you tell me Lu Xiaobei left the country after her college entrance exams?"


    When the end of term exam results came out, Xiaoya''s score was pretty good. She had placed well inside the top one hundred and fifty of her year and could enter into the advanced science courses. But Xiaoya had discussed it earlier with her parents she would be going the liberal arts route and not the sciences. But her father now lamented, "If you enter the advanced science course, it would be much easier for you to get into a good college. Furthermore, if you study the same major as I did, you can join my class in the future. I know a few teachers at your high school, so are you sure you don''t want to change it?"


    Xiaoya then snatched the bra from her mother''s hand, doing so in such a flurry it looked like a robbery. The room then fell into an awkward silence.


    As her mother, whatever clothes Xiaoya had she knew them all well, and that bra was not her daughter''s.


    "Xiaoya, go study in your room," her mother ordered.


    Lu Xiaobei walked out the door, Yu Xiaoya returned to her room, taking her mother''s phone. "Mom, do you have a note with grandma''s number? Since grandma changed her landline last year, I haven''t memorised the number."


    "Xiaoya, go study in your room," her mother ordered.


    Xiaoya said nothing, but she agreed silently.


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    Xiaoya nervously turned on the flashlight of her own phone, also waving it towards Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya''s face paled as she stare at her mother in disbelief.


    It was now dark, completely dark, but Xiaoya had no intention of of adjusting the light of her desk lamp. When the ballgame ended, perhaps an hour later, or maybe two, her father entered her room and stood at her door, seriousness and severity in his voice as he spoke, "Your mother told me you''re dating someone, is that correct?"


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    On that summer''s evening, the passage of time was incomparably slow.


    Xiaoya was in no mood to study, only holding the pen in her hand while she sat at her desk. It was very quiet at night, so even if the door was closed, Xiaoya could still still hear the voices from the television: "Ball¡ªis in!" But she couldn''t hear any of her parents'' words.


    Xiaoya had been unusually clever recently. She only thought she would be accompanying her dad to Little Nancheng for his annual retreat, but despite her finding it strange the retreat would go on for half a month, she asked no questions and simply packed her bag full of question papers and reference materials. After a moment of hesitation, she took out her phone and stuffed it into the bottom of the bag.


    Xiaoya lowered her head, mumbling, "No, I don''t."


    SLAP¡ª


    Xiaoya thought her tears had long dried up as her eyes were dry and were hurting. But because she felt guilty towards her mother, and terrified of the unknown, tears still left her, flowing out drip by drip before dropping onto the floor.


    To Xiaoya, it felt as though the light transmitted from Lu Xiaobei''s phone, had illuminated the shroud of darkness, had illuminated her life.


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    Stunned, Xiaoya looked at the time, it was already twenty minutes past one, but not in the afternoon, in the wee hours of the morning. Lu Xiaobei had been waiting on the first floor of her apartment building for seven hours.


    It was now dark, completely dark, but Xiaoya had no intention of of adjusting the light of her desk lamp. When the ballgame ended, perhaps an hour later, or maybe two, her father entered her room and stood at her door, seriousness and severity in his voice as he spoke, "Your mother told me you''re dating someone, is that correct?"


    In the next coming days, things within the Yu household were calm. Xiaoya''s mother, as she had promised Xiaoya, said nothing of the matter to her father. While Xiaoya, with the door to her room kept open, worked on practice questions every day. She did not binge watch any shows, she didn''t watch any anime. All she did was study quietly, since she had declared this position of not letting love interfere with her responsibilities to her mother. But she also did it to divert her attention, so as to not think about certain things all day long.


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    Physically, the distance between them was merely a few metres, and was considerably short, yet it felt as though vast mountains and rivers stood between them. It was nothing like before when Lu Xiaobei was in the Netherlands. Because despite there being over seven-thousand kilometres between them at that time, they did not have any obstacles in their way.


    Xiaoya then snatched the bra from her mother''s hand, doing so in such a flurry it looked like a robbery. The room then fell into an awkward silence.


    Xiaoya said nothing, but she agreed silently.


    Xiaoya''s face paled as she stare at her mother in disbelief.


    Xiaoya''s mother closed the door, her voice calming somewhat as she then asked, "Tell me truth. I promise I won''t tell your father, alright? Are you and Lu Xiaobei dating?"


    She guessed that her mother and father were definitely talking about her. And she was waiting, waiting for them to put her on trial.


    Lu Xiaobei: What happened?


    It was now dark, completely dark, but Xiaoya had no intention of of adjusting the light of her desk lamp. When the ballgame ended, perhaps an hour later, or maybe two, her father entered her room and stood at her door, seriousness and severity in his voice as he spoke, "Your mother told me you''re dating someone, is that correct?"


    "Your mother also told me he is already no longer in high school."


    She couldn''t think, the gears in her mind were stuck. Her only thought being that everything had made sense and she shouldn''t expose any fatal flaws.


    Xiaoya replied to her: I saw it.


    Xiaoya could feel heart pound with a thud as she went on to reply, "A little while ago when Captain took her nap she probably felt uncomfortable and took it off. I''ll give it back to her later."


    Xiaoya''s mother snapped, "Look directly at my eyes and answer the question!"


    Xiaoya couldn''t believe it. "You transferred me?!"


    It could''ve only been Lu Xiaobei''s. Due to Xiaoya''s mother sudden entry earlier, Lu Xiaobei only had enough time to put on a T-shirt and so hid it under the blanket, and so had forgotten to take it when she left.


    Lu Xiaobei: I was worried about you.


    Xiaoya had no idea what her mother had told him, however, she got the vague feeling that her mother hadn''t outed her, otherwise, there was no way her father would still be that calm. Again seeing his daughter not say a word, he took it as her silent agreement. "When you enter university, you will meet a lot of new people, people far better and far more outstanding who will like you. So for now, it''s much better for you to make your studies a priority."


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring into her mother''s eyes. "I don''t have a boyfriend."


    Xiaoya had been unusually clever recently. She only thought she would be accompanying her dad to Little Nancheng for his annual retreat, but despite her finding it strange the retreat would go on for half a month, she asked no questions and simply packed her bag full of question papers and reference materials. After a moment of hesitation, she took out her phone and stuffed it into the bottom of the bag.


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother did not call her out for dinner. But Xiaoya didn''t know whether it was on account of her mother''s kindness or just her being exiled.


    Xiaoya: Be careful on your way back.


    Another two days later, Xiaoya''s mother called her out and handed her a suitcase. "You''ll be going for a month this time so pack all of your assignments."


    Xiaoya: "Dad, I''m sorry." These days, all Xiaoya had said sorry so many times in her heart, to her mother, to Lu Xiaobei, and to her father.


    "Mom... mommy... please don''t cry... I was wrong, okay... I''ll be good from now on, okay... I''ll study well, okay..." Xiaoya hugged her mother, her entire body trembling as she sobbed.


    "Oh." Xiaoya''s mother indicated she understood, but again asked, "She didn''t go back to her house, but instead came directly to ours?"


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring into her mother''s eyes. "I don''t have a boyfriend."


    When the end of term exam results came out, Xiaoya''s score was pretty good. She had placed well inside the top one hundred and fifty of her year and could enter into the advanced science courses. But Xiaoya had discussed it earlier with her parents she would be going the liberal arts route and not the sciences. But her father now lamented, "If you enter the advanced science course, it would be much easier for you to get into a good college. Furthermore, if you study the same major as I did, you can join my class in the future. I know a few teachers at your high school, so are you sure you don''t want to change it?"


    Xiaoya noticed the phone in her tissue box vibrate a couple of times, but her mother was too much of an agitated to have noticed the box move. Xiaoya could only think right then: Lu Xiaobei must''ve realised something went wrong an decided to not ring the doorbell.


    With a sigh, Xiaoya''s father turned and left her room.


    The next day, the man received a call from a colleague at their home, "Mr. Yu, the annual retreat this year will be held in Little Nancheng, the hot spring there is quite famous. You can bring your wife and daughter along as well, the company will cover all the expenses."


    The phone shook again, Lu Xiaobei sent a new message: I''m heading back. I''m walking by your window now, can you see me.


    Xiaoya couldn''t believe it. "You transferred me?!"


    The next day, the man received a call from a colleague at their home, "Mr. Yu, the annual retreat this year will be held in Little Nancheng, the hot spring there is quite famous. You can bring your wife and daughter along as well, the company will cover all the expenses."


    Xiaoya, with trembling hands, then typed: I thought you had already gone back home.


    Chuckling politely, Xiaoya''s father replied, "Oh, thank you, I appreciate it."


    Lu Xiaobei: I was worried about you.


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother packed a suitcase for her, so Xiaoya asked, "Are we going to Little Nancheng? When are we leaving?"


    A man as thick-skinned as Xiaoya'' father hadn''t noticed in the slightest the cold war occurring between the mother-daughter pair over the past few days.


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    "Xiaoya, I''ll be waiting for you downstairs. When you read this, message me back, okay?"


    Her mother rose to her feet, she had knelt down for too long so they had grown a bit numb, causing her to hobble to the door. "I won''t tell your father, he ill never accept this. But know this, I will never agree to the two of you being together."


    After a long while passed, Xiaoya''s mother turned and took hold of Xiaoya''s hand. "Break up with her."


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    The phone shook again, Lu Xiaobei sent a new message: I''m heading back. I''m walking by your window now, can you see me.


    In the living room, the television was always running so Xiaoya closed her door, not even in the mood to take out her phone. Lately, although she was still in contact with Lu Xiaobei, all she messaged every day was a hello.


    "Answer me!" Her mother snapped once more.


    For some words, there was simply no use in saying them.


    Xiaoya jumped off the bed, rushing over, holding the handle of her door, wanting to go outside, wanting to run down to Lu Xiaobei, wanting to see her. Her door then opened with a click, immediately breaking Xiaoya from her trance. No, she couldn''t go meet Lu Xiaobei right then.


    "Your mother also told me he is already no longer in high school."


    She couldn''t think, the gears in her mind were stuck. Her only thought being that everything had made sense and she shouldn''t expose any fatal flaws.


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    And for other words, neither had to speak them for them to be understood.


    It had been a long time since Xiaoya had slept this deep. So when she was shaken awake by her mother, she was still in a daze. "Are we there?" Xiaoya looked out the car window where beyond it was a large sports field, looking nothing like a resort. Xiaoya then asked, "Where are we?"


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    However, what she never expected was for her mother to be so determined and unyielding.


    Xiaoya: No, nothing. Did you get back home as yet?


    For some words, there was simply no use in saying them.


    But her mother said nothing, and only asked her father to help his daughter carry the luggage.


    Xiaoya walked into the living room, and seeing her mother sitting on one end of the three-seater couch, she sat on the other, wanting to speak but dared not say a word.


    Sometimes when Xiaoya thought about it, she thought it would''ve been better if Lu Xiaobei hadn''t returned to Nancheng. But she also knew that if she stretched out her head, there would be a blade; and if she shrunk her head back, there would be a blade too. Sooner or later, the day would''ve arrived and there was no avoiding it.


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    Xiaoya was in no mood to study, only holding the pen in her hand while she sat at her desk. It was very quiet at night, so even if the door was closed, Xiaoya could still still hear the voices from the television: "Ball¡ªis in!" But she couldn''t hear any of her parents'' words.


    Xiaoya''s mother didn''t respond to her but instead asked, "Didn''t you tell me Lu Xiaobei left the country after her college entrance exams?"


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    Lu Xiaobei: I will. Go get some sleep, okay?


    However, what she never expected was for her mother to be so determined and unyielding.


    SLAP¡ª


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    However, what she never expected was for her mother to be so determined and unyielding.


    Xiaoya: Be careful on your way back.


    The person she loved was standing right there, right in the first floor of her building, but she couldn''t bring herself to face her mother and say they wanted to be together.


    Another two days later, Xiaoya''s mother called her out and handed her a suitcase. "You''ll be going for a month this time so pack all of your assignments."


    Xiaoya noticed the phone in her tissue box vibrate a couple of times, but her mother was too much of an agitated to have noticed the box move. Xiaoya could only think right then: Lu Xiaobei must''ve realised something went wrong an decided to not ring the doorbell.


    Xiaoya had been unusually clever recently. She only thought she would be accompanying her dad to Little Nancheng for his annual retreat, but despite her finding it strange the retreat would go on for half a month, she asked no questions and simply packed her bag full of question papers and reference materials. After a moment of hesitation, she took out her phone and stuffed it into the bottom of the bag.


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    Xiaoya: I came out.


    "Don''t force my hand." Her mother looked at her sternly.


    She then went to her mother, taking the suitcase the woman held in her hand, only to feel her entire body lean over. "Why is it so heavy? Does it have all the clothes of our house inside it?"


    Xiaoya slowly neared her mother, the tears from her eyes now flowing like rain, as if she was a kid no more than three or four years old who had no idea how to express their feelings apart from simply shedding tears. "Mom... please don''t cry... don''t cry, please..."


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    To this, he father chuckled and said, "Alright then. Liberal arts is much better for girls."


    And not two two seconds later, Lu Xiaobei sent her a message in return, as though she had been staring at her phone the entire time.


    With a sigh, Xiaoya''s father turned and left her room.


    It wasn''t until the last ray of sunlight was gone that Xiaoya''s mother had calmed down, at least by some degree. "I should''ve guessed as much earlier. You''re my daughter, and you can''t hide your true feelings at all. You giggled to yourself everyday, so your father and I did guess that you had fallen in love. But... I never thought the one you were dating would be a girl.


    "Oh." Xiaoya''s mother indicated she understood, but again asked, "She didn''t go back to her house, but instead came directly to ours?"


    But her mother said nothing, and only asked her father to help his daughter carry the luggage.


    Hearing the commotion, Xiaoya''s father came in from the living room and said to them both, "Why are you being so harsh to the kid? Holiday''s are hard to come by, it''s good for her to go hang out and enjoy herself, to be lively."


    After helping Xiaoya carrying the suitcase to the bottom floor and packing the luggage into the car, the family of three drove off, her father driving them all out of the city.


    Xiaoya: Be careful on your way back.


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    To this, he father chuckled and said, "Alright then. Liberal arts is much better for girls."


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    Stunned, Xiaoya looked at the time, it was already twenty minutes past one, but not in the afternoon, in the wee hours of the morning. Lu Xiaobei had been waiting on the first floor of her apartment building for seven hours.


    Xiaoya''s mother cleared her bed, intending to fold Xiaoya''s blanket.


    Xiaoya at that moment breathed a sigh of relief, thinking she had escaped, and secretly feeling glad she had decided to hide her phone in the tissue box as usual, instead of under her pillow which was more convenient.


    Xiaoya said nothing, but she agreed silently.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Yu Xiaoya, I need you to tell me the truth, understood? Do you have a boyfriend?"


    It had been a long time since Xiaoya had slept this deep. So when she was shaken awake by her mother, she was still in a daze. "Are we there?" Xiaoya looked out the car window where beyond it was a large sports field, looking nothing like a resort. Xiaoya then asked, "Where are we?"


    "Xiaoya, I''ll be waiting for you downstairs. When you read this, message me back, okay?"


    Her mother neither affirmed nor denied it, instead only said, "The only thing you should focus on is studying properly."


    Suddenly, her mother asked, "Have you broken up with her?"


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    "Yunta High School," her mother replied.


    The person she loved was standing right there, right in the first floor of her building, but she couldn''t bring herself to face her mother and say they wanted to be together.


    Another two days later, Xiaoya''s mother called her out and handed her a suitcase. "You''ll be going for a month this time so pack all of your assignments."


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    And not two two seconds later, Lu Xiaobei sent her a message in return, as though she had been staring at her phone the entire time.


    Xiaoya''s looked back at her father humming happily as he washed the dishes in the kitchen. When she was little, she thought she would''ve found a boyfriend similar to her father. He would be very mature most of the time, and occasionally he''d be silly but amusing¡ªlike a big kid. He also have a successful career, take care of his family, and when they got married, maybe they''d have a son then a daughter, and grow old together. But now, such a thing was no longer possible.


    Xiaoya''s mother closed the door, her voice calming somewhat as she then asked, "Tell me truth. I promise I won''t tell your father, alright? Are you and Lu Xiaobei dating?"


    Xiaoya: "? ? ?"


    Xiaoya wanted to shake her head, she wanted to say no, but she was completely frozen stiff, unable to move and do anything.


    Xiaoya''s mother saw her daughter say nothing in return, and so directly stated, "Understood."


    Xiaoya''s mother snapped, "Look directly at my eyes and answer the question!"


    Xiaoya: "? ? ?"


    But at current, with such a scene unfolding, she couldn''t say a word.


    She couldn''t, she didn''t want to break up with Lu Xiaobei. She wouldn''t entertain even the thought of it.


    Xiaoya then snatched the bra from her mother''s hand, doing so in such a flurry it looked like a robbery. The room then fell into an awkward silence.


    Her mother: "In Yunta Town. Although this high school''s advanced classes are not as good as the ones in your former high school, the management here is strict. It''s also an especially good school for liberal arts, as every year there are a lot of students graduating from here that enter top universities."


    Lu Xiaobei: What happened?


    At the dinner table, Xiaoya''s chopsticks froze. "I''m sure. I like liberal arts more."


    iana: Some clarification because I''m in no mood for linking footnotes. About the transfer, in case you forgot, Xiaoya was registered at the high school she qualified for via entrance exams but attended a different high school as a loan student, so it wasn''t a full transfer. So this time around she is a registered student on Yunta High (Boarding School). About wishing Lu Xiaobei hadn''t returned, don''t misunderstand our girl, it''s just that she actually had a relationship at that time, not feeling guilty all around and kept under lock and key. Looks like she was planning to wait it out but her mother pulled a trap card. Trust me when I say being transferred out of the blue feels like sht, and the reasoning behind hers must feel like crap flakes on poop icing on top of a sht cake. Remember, despite her parents being a$ right now, they are still her parents, she doesn''t/didn''t want to disappoint them¡ªor Lu Xiaobei, so our girl is stuck; and she was precious from the get go. She''s not the type to expect a reaction like this. Especially, since she hasn''t actually done anything! Okay, I''m done. This chapter hurt my heart, and I am not okay. o(T¥ØTo) ... o(Ò»¦äÒ»+)o


    Xiaoya looked as though someone had grabbed her by the throat. Unable to let out even a sob, as only her tears now streamed from her eyes uncontrollably.


    Lying on her bed, Xiaoya wanted to do nothing. The summer air was warm, but throughout her body she could only feel a chill.


    Xiaoya''s mother held up the pure white bra covered in a delicate lace.


    Hearing her mother''s gentleness in her mother''s words, Xiaoya''s rapidly pounding heart calmed. Her mind was an utter mess, but upon seeing her mother''s gentle manner all her defences had fallen away. So with a pair of eyes brimming with tears, Xiaoya finally replied, "Yes."


    Xiaoya couldn''t believe it. "You transferred me?!"


    Xiaoya''s mother froze. Her hand reacting much faster than her mind, slapping her daughter right across her face.


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    Xiaoya lifted her head, staring into her mother''s eyes. "I don''t have a boyfriend."


    The psychological pressure Xiaoya has been experiencing these days had been enormous, and at current, with both her father and mother together it was hard to relax even a little. Resting her head on the back of the chair, she quickly fell asleep.


    For some words, there was simply no use in saying them.


    From the front seat, Xiaoya''s father stretched out his head. "Don''t yell at your mother. Both of us hate the idea of it too, but we can''t just sit by and watch you ruin your life by falling in love with some gangster."


    In the living room, the television was always running so Xiaoya closed her door, not even in the mood to take out her phone. Lately, although she was still in contact with Lu Xiaobei, all she messaged every day was a hello.


    It could''ve only been Lu Xiaobei''s. Due to Xiaoya''s mother sudden entry earlier, Lu Xiaobei only had enough time to put on a T-shirt and so hid it under the blanket, and so had forgotten to take it when she left.


    And for other words, neither had to speak them for them to be understood.


    After her father was done with the dishes, he walked into the living room, picked up the remote, and without asking, switched to channel to a ballgame.


    "Oh." Xiaoya''s mother indicated she understood, but again asked, "She didn''t go back to her house, but instead came directly to ours?"


    Xiaoya: Be careful on your way back.


    Xiaoya jumped off the bed, rushing over, holding the handle of her door, wanting to go outside, wanting to run down to Lu Xiaobei, wanting to see her. Her door then opened with a click, immediately breaking Xiaoya from her trance. No, she couldn''t go meet Lu Xiaobei right then.


    Tears poured from Xiaoya''s eyes. She cried out honestly, "I didn''t fall in love with some gangster!"


    Xiaoya''s heart grew uneasy, however, she still thought her mother shouldn''t have noticed anything. "That''s because I asked her to buy me some skincare products while she was in the Netherlands, so today intentionally went to pick her up so I could bring them back." After the cabinet was filled, Lu Xiaobei had placed the skincare products directly on the table. So at current, Xiaoya was glad Lu Xiaobei had left some proof. Pointing to the bottles on the table, she continued, "There right there."


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    "We''ve been in love too, but over more than a week of vacation, you never went out even once. So I just assumed I had guessed it wrong, but it turns out it was because she was just never in the country. Tell me, how could it be possible that the first thing someone does after returning to the country to not be going to their but to come find you. I saw it, in that open open suitcase... everything in there was all bought for you. Even best friends don''t do that sort of thing. I didn''t want to say this to you in front of the person you liked, but you must sever your ties with her. You will go to her yourself and say that you''re still a high school student and you need to focus on your studies and now isn''t the time for any relationships."


    That night, Xiaoya''s mother packed a suitcase for her, so Xiaoya asked, "Are we going to Little Nancheng? When are we leaving?"


    Xiaoya''s face paled as she stare at her mother in disbelief.


    Xiaoya''s mother no longer argued with her daughter, only stepping out the car and saying to her, "Get out, I''m taking you to go register. We transferred you fully this time, so now you''re registered at this school. Yunta High has strict rules. It has classes throughout the weekend and lets off for a holiday once a month. When that time comes we''ll drive here to come pick you up."


    "Yunta High School," her mother replied.


    Her chest tightened with unease, but Xiaoya still returned to her room as told. She sat in her chair, peeking towards the living room, but then her mother got up and closed the door to the living room without sparing her a glance.


    That''s... that''s...


    Xiaoya wanted to shake her head, she wanted to say no, but she was completely frozen stiff, unable to move and do anything.


    Not wanting to argue with her, Xiaoya''s father simply added, "She''s a big girl now, so just talk it out. Don''t raise you hand." Then one he was done, he returned to the living room, no longer paying any mind the mother-daughter pair.


    The phone shook again, Lu Xiaobei sent a new message: I''m heading back. I''m walking by your window now, can you see me.


    Hearing the commotion, Xiaoya''s father came in from the living room and said to them both, "Why are you being so harsh to the kid? Holiday''s are hard to come by, it''s good for her to go hang out and enjoy herself, to be lively."

 CH 33

    "I''m already quite grateful to you now. I thought you would have sent me to the Seventh People''s Hospital." In Nancheng, the Seventh People''s Hospital was also known as psychiatric hospital.


    Next to the girl''s dormitory was the canteen, and Cheng Kexin took Xiaoya to go get a meal card. "You can buy a meal card on the first floor, the boys also eat here too. The girls usually eat on the second floor, while the teachers eat on the third."


    Xiaoya nodded, indicating she understood.


    Xiaoya did not repeat her words again, however, as in that instant she recalled her time chatting with Xiang Yi, Lu Xiaobei and Mo Yichen until two in the morning during the holidays where she one declared shamelessly: "If my roommate was a lily, I would throw her out."


    He them said, "My surname is Li. You''re Student Yu Xiaoya, right? Anyhow, I''ll be your Language teacher for the second and third grade here from now on, along with your homeroom teacher. So if you have a questions about life or study, you can always come find me." This polite speech of his most likely was on account of her parents being beside her.


    Cheng Kexin didn''t understand Xiaoya''s question, making her reply, "Huh?"


    Xiaoya: "Can we sit anywhere we''d like, then?"


    ?¡ó?

 CH 34

    The girl again asked, "Classmates can be paid to run errands?! How much did you give him?!"


    Xiaoya pulled out her wallet, and took out ten yuan, giving it to Liu Xiangyu while saying, "I''ll take it, then. Thanks."


    Chengg Kexin suddenly chimed in, "Yu Xiaoya, you''re being robbed."


    Just then, the boy who threw the paper at Xiaoya approached her, asking, "Why aren''t you heading out for supper?"


    But Xiaoya held out her hand stubbornly. Making it clear that if Liu Xiangyu did not accept the money, she would not accept the rice ball. Unable to dissuade her, Liu Xiangyu could only accept the money.


    Xiaoya: "I''m about to."


    No matter what they say, Xiaoya''s brain would always switch to the Lu Xiaobei channel. There was no way for her to avoid it, and there was no escape. The good habits she had were all cultivated little by little when she was with Lu Xiaobei. The parts of her that were outstanding, were also grown under Lu Xiaobei''s careful watch.


    N/A


    Soon, military training will begin, ad she had no idea who Lu Xiaobei would meet at Nancheng University. Before, when Xiaoya hadn''t come to Yunta High, she had thought about Lu Xiaobei from time to time, but never as frequently as she currently did. Back then she only thought of what Lu Xiaobei was doing, or what she ate, and now she thought about how much she missed her.


    Cheng Kexin also spoke up from beside them. "It doesn''t look as though you''ve eaten anything for the entire afternoon, even you''re in a bad mood you should still eat a little. Liu Xiangyu is the only day student in our class, so it''s really difficult to get him to bring back anything. This is the first time I saw him bring something here for someone on his own too."


    Xiaoya: "What? No way."


    Liu Xiangyu: "Then you better hurry, because the last self-study class of the afternoon only gets twenty-five minutes before the evening self-study class begins."

 CH 35

    When Xiaoya sat on the bus back to Nancheng, she truly felt as though she had been cut off from the outside world for ages.


    She gave her all trying to hold back the burning warmth within her eyes.


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    The teacher stretched out their hand, and with no avenue of escape, Xiaoya could only hand over her phone.


    Lu Xiaobei listened quietly, allowing her to vent the feelings on her heart.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    With the exception of that month she had spent at winter camp with Lu Xiaobei, this was Xiaoya''s first time living in a dormitory. And at Yunta High School, whether it was waking up every morning, eating a meal, washing clothes in the afternoon, or washing up in the evening each and every one of these tasks was like declaring war.


    When the bus arrived at the station it was not yet eight. Xiaoya''s was in no hurry to get off the bus. She saw her mother anxiously staring at the people debarking the bus, staring all the more intently whenever a young girl appeared, seeming to fear she would miss her.


    With the exception of that month she had spent at winter camp with Lu Xiaobei, this was Xiaoya''s first time living in a dormitory. And at Yunta High School, whether it was waking up every morning, eating a meal, washing clothes in the afternoon, or washing up in the evening each and every one of these tasks was like declaring war.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    Xiaoya no longer disobeyed Lu Xiaobei, getting on the seven-thirty bus. But just as she wanted to sniffle, she saw Lu Xiaobei buying a ticket to go with her on the bus.


    Xiaoya didn''t know how best to explain it, so her words were almost incoherent. "No, it''s not that... I''m not afraid of that... I just know my parents, they will never accept this, no matter who comes to explain it to them it''d all be useless... So what terrifies me is my mother saying some very bad things and leaving a really bad impression on your mom. Because after that even your family would be unwilling to let us stay together. I also... I also feel that I''m just so useless. If the one you were with wasn''t me, they would have been an outstanding person just like you, and would''ve definitely figured out a way to handle this perfectly, just like you... I really hate that I''m like this. I hate that I''m holding you back..."


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing further. As Xiaoya kept walking adown the stretch of road, she felt she may have said something wrong. Some things should really not be said. They had just reunited and now they had to say goodbye again.


    The time given between the final afternoon session and lights out in the dorms was only half an hour. Each dorm room only had two shower heads despite having ten girls housed, so they were only allotted a measly five minutes of shower time each. Time which was no where near enough. What''s more, the town this high school was located in was not comparable to Nancheng, meaning, the showers had no hot water. So in the washing room, students fought over the hot water there to mix with the water for their bath.


    Lu Xiaobei sighed. "I figured it was something came up, so you don''t need to apologise to me, okay? But this is the South Station, didn''t you arrange to meet your mom at the northern one?"


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    So on the front leg, Xiaoya had been forced apart from her love, and on the back leg, she had been thrown into a completely strange environment so, of course, she was feeling troubled. Which was why when Lu Xiaobei saw her and teased that she resembled a little panda bear, Xiaoya, who was aware the shadow under her eyes were too dark, also didn''t refute.


    Cheng Kexin walked over to Xiaoya''s bed, explaining, "I''m so sorry. I was outside and was about to come back in when I saw the teacher looking in through the window. She saw the other girl''s were reading a novel and wanted to go in to confiscate it, so I had no choice but to let her in. I didn''t know you were usng your phone.


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s knapsack from her back, helping her carry it. The bag was light, causing Lu Xiaobei to ask curiously, "You''re just taking this little?"


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    Xiaoya: What does any of that have to do with it?


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    Lu Xiaobei sighed. "I figured it was something came up, so you don''t need to apologise to me, okay? But this is the South Station, didn''t you arrange to meet your mom at the northern one?"


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing further. As Xiaoya kept walking adown the stretch of road, she felt she may have said something wrong. Some things should really not be said. They had just reunited and now they had to say goodbye again.


    Does her mother not love her?


    Xiaoya tried to change the topic. "When are you starting university soon?"


    N/A


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    So panting, Xiaoya now lugged the bag of fruits and snacks up to her dorm room. Yunta High was completed sealed off¡ªit management militarized to a T. So even though the school does have a snack bar, it didn''t have many snacks, let alone any fruits. Her mother had packed about a dozen large apples which were not exactly light to lift.


    The environment at home was too oppressive. Even though Xiaoya and her mother hadn''t quarrelled once, it would be better to say the two hadn''t really spoken to one another at all. Apart from giving her thanks at dinner, Xiaoya''s mother never asked her daughter about how she was at school, and Xiaoya, herself, had no desire to bring up any matter of her own volition.


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    Xiaoya suddenly stopped walking. "Captain, I''m sorry."


    When the hour hand pointed to six, Lu Xiaobei finally spoke, "You need to get on the bus, if you don''t get on this bus you won''t make it to the north station in time for eight."


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    Lu Xiaobei sighed. "I figured it was something came up, so you don''t need to apologise to me, okay? But this is the South Station, didn''t you arrange to meet your mom at the northern one?"


    N/A


    With the exception of that month she had spent at winter camp with Lu Xiaobei, this was Xiaoya''s first time living in a dormitory. And at Yunta High School, whether it was waking up every morning, eating a meal, washing clothes in the afternoon, or washing up in the evening each and every one of these tasks was like declaring war.


    At Xiaoya''s unexpected sentence, Lu Xiaobei grew worried. "What?"


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s hair gently. "Talking two buses like this means you''re spending more than an hour on these trips. You must be tired."


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Xiaoya, you don''t need to be scared, I just wanted you to be okay. You don''t have to worry, alright? Neither me nor anyone from my family will go to see your parents if you don''t want us to."


    Xiaoya really was immensely sorry. "My mom called my dorm yesterday. My dad went on a business trip and couldn''t come pick me up. So she told me I had take the bus to the North Station and she would be waiting for me there. I don''t think I can go out to eat with you. I can only stay about a half hour at most."


    She said before she would no longer cry. She wanted to to become stronger. She wanted to no longer just hide behind others.


    Xiaoya then fawningly kissed the corner of Lu Xiaobei''s lips. They were seated in the back and close together too, so no one else would notice then on the bus.


    Xiaoya: What does any of that have to do with it?


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    Xiaoya no longer disobeyed Lu Xiaobei, getting on the seven-thirty bus. But just as she wanted to sniffle, she saw Lu Xiaobei buying a ticket to go with her on the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei sighed. "I figured it was something came up, so you don''t need to apologise to me, okay? But this is the South Station, didn''t you arrange to meet your mom at the northern one?"


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    So on the front leg, Xiaoya had been forced apart from her love, and on the back leg, she had been thrown into a completely strange environment so, of course, she was feeling troubled. Which was why when Lu Xiaobei saw her and teased that she resembled a little panda bear, Xiaoya, who was aware the shadow under her eyes were too dark, also didn''t refute.


    Xiaoya let out a sigh then a laugh. "So we can still be together for another half an hour?"


    Lu Xiaobei sighed. "I figured it was something came up, so you don''t need to apologise to me, okay? But this is the South Station, didn''t you arrange to meet your mom at the northern one?"


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s knapsack from her back, helping her carry it. The bag was light, causing Lu Xiaobei to ask curiously, "You''re just taking this little?"


    Xiaoya took hold of of Lu Xiaobei''s wrist and leaned her head against her shoulder, mumbling, "I told my mom I would meet her at the North Station at eight and I''ll be taking a bus there to go meet her later. I couldn''t risk meeting up with you there because I was scared we''d be seen by her. But... I really, really, wanted to see you. Even though we talk with each other every day, I don''t get to see you, I don''t get to touch you, and I just couldn''t take it any more.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You knucklehead."


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I won''t break up with you. Plus, your mom is not someone who would do that kind of thing."


    So panting, Xiaoya now lugged the bag of fruits and snacks up to her dorm room. Yunta High was completed sealed off¡ªit management militarized to a T. So even though the school does have a snack bar, it didn''t have many snacks, let alone any fruits. Her mother had packed about a dozen large apples which were not exactly light to lift.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Xiaoya, you don''t need to be scared, I just wanted you to be okay. You don''t have to worry, alright? Neither me nor anyone from my family will go to see your parents if you don''t want us to."


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s hair gently. "Talking two buses like this means you''re spending more than an hour on these trips. You must be tired."


    N/A


    Xiaoya: ???


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing further. As Xiaoya kept walking adown the stretch of road, she felt she may have said something wrong. Some things should really not be said. They had just reunited and now they had to say goodbye again.


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    Looking back, Xiaoya saw the teacher on monitor duty.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I won''t break up with you. Plus, your mom is not someone who would do that kind of thing."


    "But you can''t help but have it affect you. So every day you think about it, and every night you dream about it." Lu Xiaobei caressed the dark circle under Xiaoya''s eyes.


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''ll walk there with you. I''m the one who messed up in the first place."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    When Xiaoya sat on the bus back to Nancheng, she truly felt as though she had been cut off from the outside world for ages.


    No, she does love her. She loves her more than anyone else in the world.


    Lu Xiaobei listened quietly, allowing her to vent the feelings on her heart.


    Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei didn''t go anywhere, the two stood right there in the station, beside the station sign. Xiaoya went on to talk about the unreasonable rules at Yunta High, along with the students and the teachers, about who said what, with no rhyme or reason behind it, droning away.


    The time given between the final afternoon session and lights out in the dorms was only half an hour. Each dorm room only had two shower heads despite having ten girls housed, so they were only allotted a measly five minutes of shower time each. Time which was no where near enough. What''s more, the town this high school was located in was not comparable to Nancheng, meaning, the showers had no hot water. So in the washing room, students fought over the hot water there to mix with the water for their bath.


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    At Xiaoya''s unexpected sentence, Lu Xiaobei grew worried. "What?"


    The teacher stretched out their hand, and with no avenue of escape, Xiaoya could only hand over her phone.


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Xiaoya took hold of of Lu Xiaobei''s wrist and leaned her head against her shoulder, mumbling, "I told my mom I would meet her at the North Station at eight and I''ll be taking a bus there to go meet her later. I couldn''t risk meeting up with you there because I was scared we''d be seen by her. But... I really, really, wanted to see you. Even though we talk with each other every day, I don''t get to see you, I don''t get to touch you, and I just couldn''t take it any more.


    Lu Xiaobei listened quietly, allowing her to vent the feelings on her heart.


    Because the dorm room doors were all wooden, the school cut a small box the height of a person''s head and installed a pane of glass to make it convenient for the teacher on duty to inspect the inside of the rooms fro the outside. As a result, if Xiaoya sat in the corner of her bunk and leaned against the wall, it became a dead zone, allowing her to play on her phone without having to hide.


    After reading the comments below, she wrote a post for the recent updates and was planning to post it when she heard a knock erupt on the metal frame of her bed.


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya pushed and bickered with each other for a few seconds beside the driver until Lu Xiaobei said nothing further and directly lead Xiaoya by both hands to the second to last row of the bus.


    When the hour hand pointed to six, Lu Xiaobei finally spoke, "You need to get on the bus, if you don''t get on this bus you won''t make it to the north station in time for eight."


    So on the front leg, Xiaoya had been forced apart from her love, and on the back leg, she had been thrown into a completely strange environment so, of course, she was feeling troubled. Which was why when Lu Xiaobei saw her and teased that she resembled a little panda bear, Xiaoya, who was aware the shadow under her eyes were too dark, also didn''t refute.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    But Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, "I want to stay for a little while longer, I can just take the next bus."


    No, she does love her. She loves her more than anyone else in the world.


    Xiaoya suddenly stopped walking. "Captain, I''m sorry."


    But Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, "I want to stay for a little while longer, I can just take the next bus."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya pushed and bickered with each other for a few seconds beside the driver until Lu Xiaobei said nothing further and directly lead Xiaoya by both hands to the second to last row of the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Be good, don''t be capricious. Your mom said she''ll be waiting at the North Station, so if you''re not on the first bus she''ll definitely be worried."


    The environment at home was too oppressive. Even though Xiaoya and her mother hadn''t quarrelled once, it would be better to say the two hadn''t really spoken to one another at all. Apart from giving her thanks at dinner, Xiaoya''s mother never asked her daughter about how she was at school, and Xiaoya, herself, had no desire to bring up any matter of her own volition.


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    But Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, "I want to stay for a little while longer, I can just take the next bus."


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    Lu Xiaobei listened quietly, allowing her to vent the feelings on her heart.


    The time given between the final afternoon session and lights out in the dorms was only half an hour. Each dorm room only had two shower heads despite having ten girls housed, so they were only allotted a measly five minutes of shower time each. Time which was no where near enough. What''s more, the town this high school was located in was not comparable to Nancheng, meaning, the showers had no hot water. So in the washing room, students fought over the hot water there to mix with the water for their bath.


    Hugging her backpack, Xiaoya walked off the bus, calling out, "Mom."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''ll walk there with you. I''m the one who messed up in the first place."


    When Lu Xiaobei was done speaking, Xiaoya was shivering and her face was a few shades paler.


    Xiaoya: "No, I was clearly the one who confessed to you first."


    Xiaoya didn''t know how best to explain it, so her words were almost incoherent. "No, it''s not that... I''m not afraid of that... I just know my parents, they will never accept this, no matter who comes to explain it to them it''d all be useless... So what terrifies me is my mother saying some very bad things and leaving a really bad impression on your mom. Because after that even your family would be unwilling to let us stay together. I also... I also feel that I''m just so useless. If the one you were with wasn''t me, they would have been an outstanding person just like you, and would''ve definitely figured out a way to handle this perfectly, just like you... I really hate that I''m like this. I hate that I''m holding you back..."


    Xiaoya didn''t know how best to explain it, so her words were almost incoherent. "No, it''s not that... I''m not afraid of that... I just know my parents, they will never accept this, no matter who comes to explain it to them it''d all be useless... So what terrifies me is my mother saying some very bad things and leaving a really bad impression on your mom. Because after that even your family would be unwilling to let us stay together. I also... I also feel that I''m just so useless. If the one you were with wasn''t me, they would have been an outstanding person just like you, and would''ve definitely figured out a way to handle this perfectly, just like you... I really hate that I''m like this. I hate that I''m holding you back..."


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    When Xiaoya got back to her room, a few of her roommates were huddled together reading a novel. After she greeted them, she put the stuff she brought into her cupboard then went straight for her bunk. Her bunk bed was against the corner where the hallway was located, and although others did not like that position Xiaoya found it all right.


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "You knucklehead."


    When Xiaoya sat on the bus back to Nancheng, she truly felt as though she had been cut off from the outside world for ages.


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    When the hour hand pointed to six, Lu Xiaobei finally spoke, "You need to get on the bus, if you don''t get on this bus you won''t make it to the north station in time for eight."


    Xiaoya no longer disobeyed Lu Xiaobei, getting on the seven-thirty bus. But just as she wanted to sniffle, she saw Lu Xiaobei buying a ticket to go with her on the bus.


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    At Xiaoya''s unexpected sentence, Lu Xiaobei grew worried. "What?"


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s knapsack from her back, helping her carry it. The bag was light, causing Lu Xiaobei to ask curiously, "You''re just taking this little?"


    Anyhow, unlike at home, at school, Xiaoya felt a lot more at ease despite the living conditions there being far from as good as those at her home. During her classes, Xiaoya could listen attentively, allowing her attention to be diverted for a short period of time, and at night there, she could use her phone to chat with Lu Xiaobei. If not for Lu Xiaobei''s strictness about not allowing her to use the phone during the day, she would''ve taken the phone out with her.


    Looking back, Xiaoya saw the teacher on monitor duty.


    With the exception of that month she had spent at winter camp with Lu Xiaobei, this was Xiaoya''s first time living in a dormitory. And at Yunta High School, whether it was waking up every morning, eating a meal, washing clothes in the afternoon, or washing up in the evening each and every one of these tasks was like declaring war.


    The time given between the final afternoon session and lights out in the dorms was only half an hour. Each dorm room only had two shower heads despite having ten girls housed, so they were only allotted a measly five minutes of shower time each. Time which was no where near enough. What''s more, the town this high school was located in was not comparable to Nancheng, meaning, the showers had no hot water. So in the washing room, students fought over the hot water there to mix with the water for their bath.


    Xiaoya: ???


    When Xiaoya got back to her room, a few of her roommates were huddled together reading a novel. After she greeted them, she put the stuff she brought into her cupboard then went straight for her bunk. Her bunk bed was against the corner where the hallway was located, and although others did not like that position Xiaoya found it all right.


    Lu Xiaobei: "My mom has been in Shanghai recently and she won''t be returning to the Netherlands until the middle of next month. I told her about us, about our situation, and she''s willing to meet your parents and explain to them that nothing about this is something abnormal. There are many countries and regions where its all legal and recognised."


    At Xiaoya''s unexpected sentence, Lu Xiaobei grew worried. "What?"


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    She said before she would no longer cry. She wanted to to become stronger. She wanted to no longer just hide behind others.


    Scared and panicked, she pushed Lu Xiaobei off the bus. "You can''t be thinking of meeting my mother, right? You shouldn''t. I''m scared she might say something to you. I''m not kidding, I really am scared¡ªscared to the point it''s taken over all my nightmares."


    At Xiaoya''s unexpected sentence, Lu Xiaobei grew worried. "What?"


    Scared and panicked, she pushed Lu Xiaobei off the bus. "You can''t be thinking of meeting my mother, right? You shouldn''t. I''m scared she might say something to you. I''m not kidding, I really am scared¡ªscared to the point it''s taken over all my nightmares."


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya pushed and bickered with each other for a few seconds beside the driver until Lu Xiaobei said nothing further and directly lead Xiaoya by both hands to the second to last row of the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    The time for their reunion was too short, and the days they spent together after classes were out back then now seemed like an age long passed. Lu Xiaobei comforted Xiaoya as much as she could, and the bus driver soon reminded her she needed to get off the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Be good, don''t be capricious. Your mom said she''ll be waiting at the North Station, so if you''re not on the first bus she''ll definitely be worried."


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    So panting, Xiaoya now lugged the bag of fruits and snacks up to her dorm room. Yunta High was completed sealed off¡ªit management militarized to a T. So even though the school does have a snack bar, it didn''t have many snacks, let alone any fruits. Her mother had packed about a dozen large apples which were not exactly light to lift.


    Following the teacher''s exit, Xiaoya asked confusedly, "when dd the teacher show up?"


    Xiaoya suddenly stopped walking. "Captain, I''m sorry."


    Xiaoya didn''t make a fuss any more, but she was still visibly frightened. Seeing her like this, the frustration Lu Xiaobei felt earlier was now completely covered in heartache. "I just told the bus driver to find a place let me off right before it arrives at the North Station. So I won''t be meeting your mom."


    Scared and panicked, she pushed Lu Xiaobei off the bus. "You can''t be thinking of meeting my mother, right? You shouldn''t. I''m scared she might say something to you. I''m not kidding, I really am scared¡ªscared to the point it''s taken over all my nightmares."


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya pushed and bickered with each other for a few seconds beside the driver until Lu Xiaobei said nothing further and directly lead Xiaoya by both hands to the second to last row of the bus.


    But Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, "I want to stay for a little while longer, I can just take the next bus."


    Xiaoya took hold of of Lu Xiaobei''s wrist and leaned her head against her shoulder, mumbling, "I told my mom I would meet her at the North Station at eight and I''ll be taking a bus there to go meet her later. I couldn''t risk meeting up with you there because I was scared we''d be seen by her. But... I really, really, wanted to see you. Even though we talk with each other every day, I don''t get to see you, I don''t get to touch you, and I just couldn''t take it any more.


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    Xiaoya let out a sigh then a laugh. "So we can still be together for another half an hour?"


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    She is just unwilling to to let her daughter walk a difficult road. Even though that road can also reach the end, it has many twists and turns, and it'' filled with many thorns.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I won''t break up with you. Plus, your mom is not someone who would do that kind of thing."


    Xiaoya let out a sigh then a laugh. "So we can still be together for another half an hour?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s knapsack from her back, helping her carry it. The bag was light, causing Lu Xiaobei to ask curiously, "You''re just taking this little?"


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    ?¡ó?


    Cheng Kexin walked over to Xiaoya''s bed, explaining, "I''m so sorry. I was outside and was about to come back in when I saw the teacher looking in through the window. She saw the other girl''s were reading a novel and wanted to go in to confiscate it, so I had no choice but to let her in. I didn''t know you were usng your phone.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Be good, don''t be capricious. Your mom said she''ll be waiting at the North Station, so if you''re not on the first bus she''ll definitely be worried."


    Xiaoya let out a sigh then a laugh. "So we can still be together for another half an hour?"


    Lu Xiaobei pressed her forehead against Xiaoya''s. "Yes, but you acting like that just cost us a minute."


    Xiaoya: ???


    Looking back, Xiaoya saw the teacher on monitor duty.


    At Xiaoya''s unexpected sentence, Lu Xiaobei grew worried. "What?"


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    Xiaoya: "No, I was clearly the one who confessed to you first."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Really."


    When the hour hand pointed to six, Lu Xiaobei finally spoke, "You need to get on the bus, if you don''t get on this bus you won''t make it to the north station in time for eight."


    Xiaoya then fawningly kissed the corner of Lu Xiaobei''s lips. They were seated in the back and close together too, so no one else would notice then on the bus.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    ?¡ó?


    Hugging her backpack, Xiaoya walked off the bus, calling out, "Mom."


    Xiaoya then fawningly kissed the corner of Lu Xiaobei''s lips. They were seated in the back and close together too, so no one else would notice then on the bus.


    "But you can''t help but have it affect you. So every day you think about it, and every night you dream about it." Lu Xiaobei caressed the dark circle under Xiaoya''s eyes.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s knapsack from her back, helping her carry it. The bag was light, causing Lu Xiaobei to ask curiously, "You''re just taking this little?"


    Following the teacher''s exit, Xiaoya asked confusedly, "when dd the teacher show up?"


    Xiaoya couldn''t figure out if she preferred staying at school more, or at her home.


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    No, she does love her. She loves her more than anyone else in the world.


    Lu Xiaobei sighed. "I figured it was something came up, so you don''t need to apologise to me, okay? But this is the South Station, didn''t you arrange to meet your mom at the northern one?"


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    Xiaoya: "I know... I know it''s just a dream too."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I won''t break up with you. Plus, your mom is not someone who would do that kind of thing."


    No, she does love her. She loves her more than anyone else in the world.


    Xiaoya: ???


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    After reading the comments below, she wrote a post for the recent updates and was planning to post it when she heard a knock erupt on the metal frame of her bed.


    Xiaoya: What does any of that have to do with it?


    After reading the comments below, she wrote a post for the recent updates and was planning to post it when she heard a knock erupt on the metal frame of her bed.


    Xiaoya: "I know... I know it''s just a dream too."


    Her father had returned from his business trip on Saturday, so he drove her straight back to Yunta High on Sunday. When she bid her parents farewell while carrying two big bags of snacks, she had undoubtedly felt relieved.


    So on the front leg, Xiaoya had been forced apart from her love, and on the back leg, she had been thrown into a completely strange environment so, of course, she was feeling troubled. Which was why when Lu Xiaobei saw her and teased that she resembled a little panda bear, Xiaoya, who was aware the shadow under her eyes were too dark, also didn''t refute.


    Hugging her backpack, Xiaoya walked off the bus, calling out, "Mom."


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s hair gently. "Talking two buses like this means you''re spending more than an hour on these trips. You must be tired."


    Anyhow, unlike at home, at school, Xiaoya felt a lot more at ease despite the living conditions there being far from as good as those at her home. During her classes, Xiaoya could listen attentively, allowing her attention to be diverted for a short period of time, and at night there, she could use her phone to chat with Lu Xiaobei. If not for Lu Xiaobei''s strictness about not allowing her to use the phone during the day, she would''ve taken the phone out with her.


    Lu Xiaobei: "My mom has been in Shanghai recently and she won''t be returning to the Netherlands until the middle of next month. I told her about us, about our situation, and she''s willing to meet your parents and explain to them that nothing about this is something abnormal. There are many countries and regions where its all legal and recognised."


    N/A


    "But you can''t help but have it affect you. So every day you think about it, and every night you dream about it." Lu Xiaobei caressed the dark circle under Xiaoya''s eyes.


    Lu Xiaobei pressed her forehead against Xiaoya''s. "Yes, but you acting like that just cost us a minute."


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Be good, don''t be capricious. Your mom said she''ll be waiting at the North Station, so if you''re not on the first bus she''ll definitely be worried."


    Hugging her backpack, Xiaoya walked off the bus, calling out, "Mom."


    The environment at home was too oppressive. Even though Xiaoya and her mother hadn''t quarrelled once, it would be better to say the two hadn''t really spoken to one another at all. Apart from giving her thanks at dinner, Xiaoya''s mother never asked her daughter about how she was at school, and Xiaoya, herself, had no desire to bring up any matter of her own volition.


    "But you can''t help but have it affect you. So every day you think about it, and every night you dream about it." Lu Xiaobei caressed the dark circle under Xiaoya''s eyes.


    Xiaoya no longer disobeyed Lu Xiaobei, getting on the seven-thirty bus. But just as she wanted to sniffle, she saw Lu Xiaobei buying a ticket to go with her on the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei: "My mom has been in Shanghai recently and she won''t be returning to the Netherlands until the middle of next month. I told her about us, about our situation, and she''s willing to meet your parents and explain to them that nothing about this is something abnormal. There are many countries and regions where its all legal and recognised."


    Xiaoya: ...


    She gave her all trying to hold back the burning warmth within her eyes.


    Xiaoya tried to change the topic. "When are you starting university soon?"


    When Lu Xiaobei was done speaking, Xiaoya was shivering and her face was a few shades paler.


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    Brief Reunion


    Brief Reunion


    The time for their reunion was too short, and the days they spent together after classes were out back then now seemed like an age long passed. Lu Xiaobei comforted Xiaoya as much as she could, and the bus driver soon reminded her she needed to get off the bus.


    When Lu Xiaobei was done speaking, Xiaoya was shivering and her face was a few shades paler.


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing further. As Xiaoya kept walking adown the stretch of road, she felt she may have said something wrong. Some things should really not be said. They had just reunited and now they had to say goodbye again.


    Anyhow, unlike at home, at school, Xiaoya felt a lot more at ease despite the living conditions there being far from as good as those at her home. During her classes, Xiaoya could listen attentively, allowing her attention to be diverted for a short period of time, and at night there, she could use her phone to chat with Lu Xiaobei. If not for Lu Xiaobei''s strictness about not allowing her to use the phone during the day, she would''ve taken the phone out with her.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Xiaoya, you don''t need to be scared, I just wanted you to be okay. You don''t have to worry, alright? Neither me nor anyone from my family will go to see your parents if you don''t want us to."


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    She gave her all trying to hold back the burning warmth within her eyes.


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    Xiaoya didn''t know how best to explain it, so her words were almost incoherent. "No, it''s not that... I''m not afraid of that... I just know my parents, they will never accept this, no matter who comes to explain it to them it''d all be useless... So what terrifies me is my mother saying some very bad things and leaving a really bad impression on your mom. Because after that even your family would be unwilling to let us stay together. I also... I also feel that I''m just so useless. If the one you were with wasn''t me, they would have been an outstanding person just like you, and would''ve definitely figured out a way to handle this perfectly, just like you... I really hate that I''m like this. I hate that I''m holding you back..."


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    Xiaoya couldn''t figure out if she preferred staying at school more, or at her home.


    Xiaoya didn''t know how best to explain it, so her words were almost incoherent. "No, it''s not that... I''m not afraid of that... I just know my parents, they will never accept this, no matter who comes to explain it to them it''d all be useless... So what terrifies me is my mother saying some very bad things and leaving a really bad impression on your mom. Because after that even your family would be unwilling to let us stay together. I also... I also feel that I''m just so useless. If the one you were with wasn''t me, they would have been an outstanding person just like you, and would''ve definitely figured out a way to handle this perfectly, just like you... I really hate that I''m like this. I hate that I''m holding you back..."


    Following the teacher''s exit, Xiaoya asked confusedly, "when dd the teacher show up?"


    When Xiaoya got back to her room, a few of her roommates were huddled together reading a novel. After she greeted them, she put the stuff she brought into her cupboard then went straight for her bunk. Her bunk bed was against the corner where the hallway was located, and although others did not like that position Xiaoya found it all right.


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    Xiaoya tried to change the topic. "When are you starting university soon?"


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    The time for their reunion was too short, and the days they spent together after classes were out back then now seemed like an age long passed. Lu Xiaobei comforted Xiaoya as much as she could, and the bus driver soon reminded her she needed to get off the bus.


    Xiaoya tried to change the topic. "When are you starting university soon?"


    When Xiaoya sat on the bus back to Nancheng, she truly felt as though she had been cut off from the outside world for ages.


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    Brief Reunion


    Lu Xiaobei looked at her seriously, and Xiaoya unconsciously avoided her gaze. But unable to bear the pressure, she soon admitted it al honestly. "I dreamt that my mom kept going to your school and stuck posters up in bold, and because you couldn''t take the pressure any more, you ended up breaking up with me."


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    She gave her all trying to hold back the burning warmth within her eyes.


    With the exception of that month she had spent at winter camp with Lu Xiaobei, this was Xiaoya''s first time living in a dormitory. And at Yunta High School, whether it was waking up every morning, eating a meal, washing clothes in the afternoon, or washing up in the evening each and every one of these tasks was like declaring war.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s hair gently. "Talking two buses like this means you''re spending more than an hour on these trips. You must be tired."


    When Xiaoya got back to her room, a few of her roommates were huddled together reading a novel. After she greeted them, she put the stuff she brought into her cupboard then went straight for her bunk. Her bunk bed was against the corner where the hallway was located, and although others did not like that position Xiaoya found it all right.


    She said before she would no longer cry. She wanted to to become stronger. She wanted to no longer just hide behind others.


    Hugging her backpack, Xiaoya walked off the bus, calling out, "Mom."


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    When the bus arrived at the station it was not yet eight. Xiaoya''s was in no hurry to get off the bus. She saw her mother anxiously staring at the people debarking the bus, staring all the more intently whenever a young girl appeared, seeming to fear she would miss her.


    Xiaoya suddenly stopped walking. "Captain, I''m sorry."


    Xiaoya: "I know... I know it''s just a dream too."


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "I won''t break up with you. Plus, your mom is not someone who would do that kind of thing."


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    Xiaoya: ???


    Does her mother not love her?


    Xiaoya didn''t make a fuss any more, but she was still visibly frightened. Seeing her like this, the frustration Lu Xiaobei felt earlier was now completely covered in heartache. "I just told the bus driver to find a place let me off right before it arrives at the North Station. So I won''t be meeting your mom."


    When the bus arrived at the station it was not yet eight. Xiaoya''s was in no hurry to get off the bus. She saw her mother anxiously staring at the people debarking the bus, staring all the more intently whenever a young girl appeared, seeming to fear she would miss her.


    Sitting on the bus, Xiaoya pressed her nose against the window, staring at Lu Xiaobei who stood on the platform waving back at her.


    Lu Xiaobei pressed her forehead against Xiaoya''s. "Yes, but you acting like that just cost us a minute."


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s hair gently. "Talking two buses like this means you''re spending more than an hour on these trips. You must be tired."


    No, she does love her. She loves her more than anyone else in the world.


    But Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, "I want to stay for a little while longer, I can just take the next bus."


    She is just unwilling to to let her daughter walk a difficult road. Even though that road can also reach the end, it has many twists and turns, and it'' filled with many thorns.


    "But you can''t help but have it affect you. So every day you think about it, and every night you dream about it." Lu Xiaobei caressed the dark circle under Xiaoya''s eyes.


    Hugging her backpack, Xiaoya walked off the bus, calling out, "Mom."


    Anyhow, unlike at home, at school, Xiaoya felt a lot more at ease despite the living conditions there being far from as good as those at her home. During her classes, Xiaoya could listen attentively, allowing her attention to be diverted for a short period of time, and at night there, she could use her phone to chat with Lu Xiaobei. If not for Lu Xiaobei''s strictness about not allowing her to use the phone during the day, she would''ve taken the phone out with her.


    Following the teacher''s exit, Xiaoya asked confusedly, "when dd the teacher show up?"


    Her father had returned from his business trip on Saturday, so he drove her straight back to Yunta High on Sunday. When she bid her parents farewell while carrying two big bags of snacks, she had undoubtedly felt relieved.


    When Xiaoya sat on the bus back to Nancheng, she truly felt as though she had been cut off from the outside world for ages.


    Looking back, Xiaoya saw the teacher on monitor duty.


    Xiaoya couldn''t figure out if she preferred staying at school more, or at her home.


    Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei didn''t go anywhere, the two stood right there in the station, beside the station sign. Xiaoya went on to talk about the unreasonable rules at Yunta High, along with the students and the teachers, about who said what, with no rhyme or reason behind it, droning away.


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    When the hour hand pointed to six, Lu Xiaobei finally spoke, "You need to get on the bus, if you don''t get on this bus you won''t make it to the north station in time for eight."


    No, she does love her. She loves her more than anyone else in the world.


    Lu Xiaobei: "My mom has been in Shanghai recently and she won''t be returning to the Netherlands until the middle of next month. I told her about us, about our situation, and she''s willing to meet your parents and explain to them that nothing about this is something abnormal. There are many countries and regions where its all legal and recognised."


    Her father had returned from his business trip on Saturday, so he drove her straight back to Yunta High on Sunday. When she bid her parents farewell while carrying two big bags of snacks, she had undoubtedly felt relieved.


    She is just unwilling to to let her daughter walk a difficult road. Even though that road can also reach the end, it has many twists and turns, and it'' filled with many thorns.


    Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei didn''t go anywhere, the two stood right there in the station, beside the station sign. Xiaoya went on to talk about the unreasonable rules at Yunta High, along with the students and the teachers, about who said what, with no rhyme or reason behind it, droning away.


    "Yeah, I report in next week." Lu Xiaobei didn''t care much about her own matters, so she asked, "Do you want to go eat first, like a lot? I think you lost a lot of weight, so you''re probably haven''t been eating much at the school."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I won''t break up with you. Plus, your mom is not someone who would do that kind of thing."


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    The environment at home was too oppressive. Even though Xiaoya and her mother hadn''t quarrelled once, it would be better to say the two hadn''t really spoken to one another at all. Apart from giving her thanks at dinner, Xiaoya''s mother never asked her daughter about how she was at school, and Xiaoya, herself, had no desire to bring up any matter of her own volition.


    After reading the comments below, she wrote a post for the recent updates and was planning to post it when she heard a knock erupt on the metal frame of her bed.


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    Xiaoya still moved to tug on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve, feeling a bit resentful¡ªa bit peeved. "Why are you always so concerned about others, huh?"


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    Xiaoya took hold of of Lu Xiaobei''s wrist and leaned her head against her shoulder, mumbling, "I told my mom I would meet her at the North Station at eight and I''ll be taking a bus there to go meet her later. I couldn''t risk meeting up with you there because I was scared we''d be seen by her. But... I really, really, wanted to see you. Even though we talk with each other every day, I don''t get to see you, I don''t get to touch you, and I just couldn''t take it any more.


    Xiaoya: What does any of that have to do with it?


    Lu Xiaobei: "Xiaoya, you don''t need to be scared, I just wanted you to be okay. You don''t have to worry, alright? Neither me nor anyone from my family will go to see your parents if you don''t want us to."


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    Xiaoya: "I know... I know it''s just a dream too."


    Anyhow, unlike at home, at school, Xiaoya felt a lot more at ease despite the living conditions there being far from as good as those at her home. During her classes, Xiaoya could listen attentively, allowing her attention to be diverted for a short period of time, and at night there, she could use her phone to chat with Lu Xiaobei. If not for Lu Xiaobei''s strictness about not allowing her to use the phone during the day, she would''ve taken the phone out with her.


    Xiaoya: "No, I was clearly the one who confessed to you first."


    "But you can''t help but have it affect you. So every day you think about it, and every night you dream about it." Lu Xiaobei caressed the dark circle under Xiaoya''s eyes.


    Lu Xiaobei stroked Xiaoya''s hair gently. "Talking two buses like this means you''re spending more than an hour on these trips. You must be tired."


    The environment at home was too oppressive. Even though Xiaoya and her mother hadn''t quarrelled once, it would be better to say the two hadn''t really spoken to one another at all. Apart from giving her thanks at dinner, Xiaoya''s mother never asked her daughter about how she was at school, and Xiaoya, herself, had no desire to bring up any matter of her own volition.


    Xiaoya took hold of of Lu Xiaobei''s wrist and leaned her head against her shoulder, mumbling, "I told my mom I would meet her at the North Station at eight and I''ll be taking a bus there to go meet her later. I couldn''t risk meeting up with you there because I was scared we''d be seen by her. But... I really, really, wanted to see you. Even though we talk with each other every day, I don''t get to see you, I don''t get to touch you, and I just couldn''t take it any more.


    Xiaoya tried to change the topic. "When are you starting university soon?"


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    So panting, Xiaoya now lugged the bag of fruits and snacks up to her dorm room. Yunta High was completed sealed off¡ªit management militarized to a T. So even though the school does have a snack bar, it didn''t have many snacks, let alone any fruits. Her mother had packed about a dozen large apples which were not exactly light to lift.


    Looking back, Xiaoya saw the teacher on monitor duty.


    When Xiaoya got back to her room, a few of her roommates were huddled together reading a novel. After she greeted them, she put the stuff she brought into her cupboard then went straight for her bunk. Her bunk bed was against the corner where the hallway was located, and although others did not like that position Xiaoya found it all right.


    The time for their reunion was too short, and the days they spent together after classes were out back then now seemed like an age long passed. Lu Xiaobei comforted Xiaoya as much as she could, and the bus driver soon reminded her she needed to get off the bus.


    After reading the comments below, she wrote a post for the recent updates and was planning to post it when she heard a knock erupt on the metal frame of her bed.


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    Because the dorm room doors were all wooden, the school cut a small box the height of a person''s head and installed a pane of glass to make it convenient for the teacher on duty to inspect the inside of the rooms fro the outside. As a result, if Xiaoya sat in the corner of her bunk and leaned against the wall, it became a dead zone, allowing her to play on her phone without having to hide.


    Lu Xiaobei said nothing further. As Xiaoya kept walking adown the stretch of road, she felt she may have said something wrong. Some things should really not be said. They had just reunited and now they had to say goodbye again.


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "My mom has been in Shanghai recently and she won''t be returning to the Netherlands until the middle of next month. I told her about us, about our situation, and she''s willing to meet your parents and explain to them that nothing about this is something abnormal. There are many countries and regions where its all legal and recognised."


    Xiaoya then fawningly kissed the corner of Lu Xiaobei''s lips. They were seated in the back and close together too, so no one else would notice then on the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei: "My mom has been in Shanghai recently and she won''t be returning to the Netherlands until the middle of next month. I told her about us, about our situation, and she''s willing to meet your parents and explain to them that nothing about this is something abnormal. There are many countries and regions where its all legal and recognised."


    Xiaoya really was immensely sorry. "My mom called my dorm yesterday. My dad went on a business trip and couldn''t come pick me up. So she told me I had take the bus to the North Station and she would be waiting for me there. I don''t think I can go out to eat with you. I can only stay about a half hour at most."


    When Xiaoya got back to her room, a few of her roommates were huddled together reading a novel. After she greeted them, she put the stuff she brought into her cupboard then went straight for her bunk. Her bunk bed was against the corner where the hallway was located, and although others did not like that position Xiaoya found it all right.


    After reading the comments below, she wrote a post for the recent updates and was planning to post it when she heard a knock erupt on the metal frame of her bed.


    Xiaoya really was immensely sorry. "My mom called my dorm yesterday. My dad went on a business trip and couldn''t come pick me up. So she told me I had take the bus to the North Station and she would be waiting for me there. I don''t think I can go out to eat with you. I can only stay about a half hour at most."


    Xiaoya didn''t make a fuss any more, but she was still visibly frightened. Seeing her like this, the frustration Lu Xiaobei felt earlier was now completely covered in heartache. "I just told the bus driver to find a place let me off right before it arrives at the North Station. So I won''t be meeting your mom."


    Xiaoya didn''t know how best to explain it, so her words were almost incoherent. "No, it''s not that... I''m not afraid of that... I just know my parents, they will never accept this, no matter who comes to explain it to them it''d all be useless... So what terrifies me is my mother saying some very bad things and leaving a really bad impression on your mom. Because after that even your family would be unwilling to let us stay together. I also... I also feel that I''m just so useless. If the one you were with wasn''t me, they would have been an outstanding person just like you, and would''ve definitely figured out a way to handle this perfectly, just like you... I really hate that I''m like this. I hate that I''m holding you back..."


    Looking back, Xiaoya saw the teacher on monitor duty.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Be good, don''t be capricious. Your mom said she''ll be waiting at the North Station, so if you''re not on the first bus she''ll definitely be worried."


    Xiaoya: ???


    Xiaoya no longer disobeyed Lu Xiaobei, getting on the seven-thirty bus. But just as she wanted to sniffle, she saw Lu Xiaobei buying a ticket to go with her on the bus.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''ll walk there with you. I''m the one who messed up in the first place."


    Xiaoya took hold of of Lu Xiaobei''s wrist and leaned her head against her shoulder, mumbling, "I told my mom I would meet her at the North Station at eight and I''ll be taking a bus there to go meet her later. I couldn''t risk meeting up with you there because I was scared we''d be seen by her. But... I really, really, wanted to see you. Even though we talk with each other every day, I don''t get to see you, I don''t get to touch you, and I just couldn''t take it any more.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    Xiaoya suddenly stopped walking. "Captain, I''m sorry."


    She said before she would no longer cry. She wanted to to become stronger. She wanted to no longer just hide behind others.


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    The teacher stretched out their hand, and with no avenue of escape, Xiaoya could only hand over her phone.


    Xiaoya couldn''t figure out if she preferred staying at school more, or at her home.


    When the bus arrived at the station it was not yet eight. Xiaoya''s was in no hurry to get off the bus. She saw her mother anxiously staring at the people debarking the bus, staring all the more intently whenever a young girl appeared, seeming to fear she would miss her.


    When Lu Xiaobei was done speaking, Xiaoya was shivering and her face was a few shades paler.


    Following the teacher''s exit, Xiaoya asked confusedly, "when dd the teacher show up?"


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    Following the teacher''s exit, Xiaoya asked confusedly, "when dd the teacher show up?"


    Xiaoya then fawningly kissed the corner of Lu Xiaobei''s lips. They were seated in the back and close together too, so no one else would notice then on the bus.


    Xiaoya: ...


    Xiaoya: "I only got two days off and I have to head back to Yunta Town straight after."


    The last time she planed to meet up with Lu Xiaobei she had dolled herself up meticulously and left to meet her with no care in the world. But now, even though she couldn''t be described as being unkempt, she couldn''t be said to be a ray of sunshine either.


    Xiaoya tried to change the topic. "When are you starting university soon?"


    Cheng Kexin walked over to Xiaoya''s bed, explaining, "I''m so sorry. I was outside and was about to come back in when I saw the teacher looking in through the window. She saw the other girl''s were reading a novel and wanted to go in to confiscate it, so I had no choice but to let her in. I didn''t know you were usng your phone.


    After Xiaoya sent Lu Xiaobei a message she had arrived safely, she scrolled through the forum and happened to come across the question she had replied to before "What''s it like being friends with a goddess?"


    So on the front leg, Xiaoya had been forced apart from her love, and on the back leg, she had been thrown into a completely strange environment so, of course, she was feeling troubled. Which was why when Lu Xiaobei saw her and teased that she resembled a little panda bear, Xiaoya, who was aware the shadow under her eyes were too dark, also didn''t refute.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So tell me, what happened in those nightmares?"


    In addition to this, Xiaoya''s father, who still knew nothing at all, was living a carefree life at home. On his way driving XIaoya back to school, he even did his best to advise his daughter, saying, "Your mother sent you to Yunta High for your own good. With stuff like that, it''s always the girl who ends up getting the shot end of the stick. For that little hoodlum it''ll just a momentary satisfaction, but you''ll just be falling into a trap head first."


    Anyhow, unlike at home, at school, Xiaoya felt a lot more at ease despite the living conditions there being far from as good as those at her home. During her classes, Xiaoya could listen attentively, allowing her attention to be diverted for a short period of time, and at night there, she could use her phone to chat with Lu Xiaobei. If not for Lu Xiaobei''s strictness about not allowing her to use the phone during the day, she would''ve taken the phone out with her.


    When the hour hand pointed to six, Lu Xiaobei finally spoke, "You need to get on the bus, if you don''t get on this bus you won''t make it to the north station in time for eight."


    She is just unwilling to to let her daughter walk a difficult road. Even though that road can also reach the end, it has many twists and turns, and it'' filled with many thorns.


    In the end, Xiaoya and her roommates could only stare at one another with eyes full of tears.


    Xiaoya had her head against Lu Xiaobei''s shoulder, so when she shook her head she resembled a small animal rubbing against it''s master. "I''m not tired. And even if I''m a teensy bit tired, I''m also happy."


    Xiaoya: What does any of that have to do with it?


    Lu Xiaobei then said: "Can you please listen to what I have to say."


    When the bus arrived at the station it was not yet eight. Xiaoya''s was in no hurry to get off the bus. She saw her mother anxiously staring at the people debarking the bus, staring all the more intently whenever a young girl appeared, seeming to fear she would miss her.


    Xiaoya: "Really?"


    Xiaoya really was immensely sorry. "My mom called my dorm yesterday. My dad went on a business trip and couldn''t come pick me up. So she told me I had take the bus to the North Station and she would be waiting for me there. I don''t think I can go out to eat with you. I can only stay about a half hour at most."


    Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya pushed and bickered with each other for a few seconds beside the driver until Lu Xiaobei said nothing further and directly lead Xiaoya by both hands to the second to last row of the bus.

 CH 36

    With the phone and novels both taken away, the girls of room five-two-oh spent the night weak and weary. Even though some asked whether the teacher on watch duty would let them off, the others knew such a thing was impossible.


    [Xiaoya VS Boss]


    With the phone and novels both taken away, the girls of room five-two-oh spent the night weak and weary. Even though some asked whether the teacher on watch duty would let them off, the others knew such a thing was impossible.


    Xiaoya''s stiffened body relaxed somewhat, as she then said, "Thank you, Sir." If her mother found out she and Lu Xiaobei were still in contact, it could lead to more trouble.


    Xiaoya angrily punched her pillow for a long time, because her phone was her only way to communicate with Lu Xiaobei. From then onwards, not only could she not message Lu Xiaobei on QQ, it would be a month before she could go home. And when she does arrive in Nancheng, she has no idea if they would be able to meet.


    At school the following day, on the notice board it was posted that there a person(s) in the second year of room five-two-oh who was using a mobile phone, and other(s) who caught reading novels. So, as a result, all the students of the dorm room were called into the office to see Mr. Li.


    A Long Separation


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    Holding the toothpaste in her hand, Xiaoya scurried to the phone with thudding steps. "Hello, mom?"


    Xiaoya then continued, "Sometimes I''m really jealous of you. If there''s something you want to do, you''ll strive to do it with all you got. I''m not like that. I''m someone who''ll wait for others to stride ahead by ninety-nine steps before I move to make one."


    *Sobbing noises*... What is Lu Xiaobei going to think when I "disappear" without a reason?! Xiaoya wrestled with this problem until she fell asleep, and once she fell asleep she was still uneasy.


    Xiaoya: ...


    At school the following day, on the notice board it was posted that there a person(s) in the second year of room five-two-oh who was using a mobile phone, and other(s) who caught reading novels. So, as a result, all the students of the dorm room were called into the office to see Mr. Li.


    "Xiaoya¡ª"


    Holding the toothpaste in her hand, Xiaoya scurried to the phone with thudding steps. "Hello, mom?"


    N/A


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    There as a mid-monthly exam, and because it was the first exam after the second year class was divided, both teachers and students attached a great amount of importance to it.


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    Lu Xiaobei had always told her: "When you should study, study. When you should have fun, have fun. And when you should rest, rest." Xiaoya always thought it would be great if she could "study then she should study". So now with learning atmosphere around her being like this, even though she didn''t run out to study in the middle of the night, she also worked quite hard.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    Cheng Kexin shook her head regretfully, saying, "It''s a really old phone." Then she suddenly snapped her finger, recalling a person. "Liu Xiangyu! Liu Xiangyu has a phone and it''s possible he''ll let you borrow it."


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    Cheng Kexin then said to herself, "But if I had to choose, I''d prefer to fight for what want and not wait for others to hand it to me." Looking at her own hands, she continued, "Because whatever others give to you can always be taken away. But the things I seize for myself, will always remain in my hands."


    During the afternoon, the few sporadic self-study classes were all snatched up by teachers from all departments and all kinds of practice exercises were given out for free. "You guys are no longer first years, so don''t think your college entrance exams are still some far off dream. When you make it to your third year, It will be far too late to start trying." All kinds of ''chicken soup for the soul'' and other inspiration ideas were mixed and pounded into the students'' brains.


    Mr. Li: "Then why did you bring a phone here? Don''t you know this school forbids mobile phones being brought on the grounds?"


    Mr. Li: "Your hand will be holding the sign so it doesn''t need to move. Therefore, you don''t need to worry about not marching properly."


    Xiaoya then muttered, "Seriously, my character is no good at all." Xiaoya always knew she was someone who never wanted to leave her comfort zone. If it was stormy outside, it was better to stay curled up in her turtleshell. But hiding in her shell meant she had no way to protect the person she wanted to protect, so she had to change¡ªno matter how painful it was, she needed to change.


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    Xiaoya could''ve honestly said she hadn''t known, she had been at Yunta High for under a month, the other students were all old students and the head teacher never went through the school rules when she started classes. So her saying she was unaware was believable.


    N/A


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    Xiaoya knew she still had a long way to go.


    Xiaoya could''ve honestly said she hadn''t known, she had been at Yunta High for under a month, the other students were all old students and the head teacher never went through the school rules when she started classes. So her saying she was unaware was believable.


    But Xiaoya said nothing, she was never one who liked to quibble. She could be described as aloof, she could also be described as well-behaved¡ªsomeone who simply follows the rules.


    N/A


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    After an awkward silence, Mr. Li broke their deadlock. "It''s not out of the question, but the phone must be kept in my possession. When the semester is over I will give it back to you."


    Xiaoya quietly continued marching on that playing field. Her thoughts drifting from Cheng Kexin as well as herself. Thinking about how if she were stronger, a lot of the issues she faced would not be the same.


    Xiaoya''s stiffened body relaxed somewhat, as she then said, "Thank you, Sir." If her mother found out she and Lu Xiaobei were still in contact, it could lead to more trouble.


    After returning to school Xiaoya felt as though the days were quickly rushing by.


    Xiaoya then muttered, "Seriously, my character is no good at all." Xiaoya always knew she was someone who never wanted to leave her comfort zone. If it was stormy outside, it was better to stay curled up in her turtleshell. But hiding in her shell meant she had no way to protect the person she wanted to protect, so she had to change¡ªno matter how painful it was, she needed to change.


    "Before, I thought it really didn''t matter if I did, because I didn''t have any big ambitions to chase after. I only wanted to get into a university, find a nine to five job, then my family would''ve arranged blind dates for me. When the time came, I would''ve found someone to marry and just lived a life like my parents, and maybe that life would''ve been better than theirs, or not as good." Xiaoya then remained silent for a moment before adding, "But now, I don''t want that."


    But Xiaoya said nothing, she was never one who liked to quibble. She could be described as aloof, she could also be described as well-behaved¡ªsomeone who simply follows the rules.


    The two then spoke of random things until the foam from the toothpaste on Xiaoya''s lips turned white, and the dorm lights were about to be shut off. So, with much reluctance, the call between the two was ended.


    Xiaoya''s stiffened body relaxed somewhat, as she then said, "Thank you, Sir." If her mother found out she and Lu Xiaobei were still in contact, it could lead to more trouble.


    Xiaoya quickly told Lu Xiaobei the recent situation at her school as well as asking for her phone number. The latter being on account of Lu Xiaobei''s number not being memorised by her given it was set with a shortcut button on her phone.


    [Xiaoya VS Boss]


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    At school the following day, on the notice board it was posted that there a person(s) in the second year of room five-two-oh who was using a mobile phone, and other(s) who caught reading novels. So, as a result, all the students of the dorm room were called into the office to see Mr. Li.


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    When Xiaya left the office her roommates were all waiting by the door. "Xiaoya, is everything alright? Did Sir give you back your phone?"


    But Xiaoya said nothing, she was never one who liked to quibble. She could be described as aloof, she could also be described as well-behaved¡ªsomeone who simply follows the rules.


    Xiaoya shook her head. "No, but he promised to not tell my parents I had one."


    "Before, I thought it really didn''t matter if I did, because I didn''t have any big ambitions to chase after. I only wanted to get into a university, find a nine to five job, then my family would''ve arranged blind dates for me. When the time came, I would''ve found someone to marry and just lived a life like my parents, and maybe that life would''ve been better than theirs, or not as good." Xiaoya then remained silent for a moment before adding, "But now, I don''t want that."


    "Why is he acting like that, huh?" The girls in Xiaoya''s dorm championed her cause on her behalf. After suffering through hardships together, those girls who slept in the same dorm could only feel as though they''d gotten closer.


    Xiaoya heard the voice in her own heart, and thus replied, "Yes, let''s.


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    As Xiaoya was on her way back to the washrooom to wash up again, the roommate of hers from earlier said a line by chance that made her halt her steps.


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    Xiaoya then continued, "Sometimes I''m really jealous of you. If there''s something you want to do, you''ll strive to do it with all you got. I''m not like that. I''m someone who''ll wait for others to stride ahead by ninety-nine steps before I move to make one."


    And if not for...


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    She would''ve probably been quite happy staying there.


    It''s possible there are some thongs we just won''t be able to do, you know? But that doesn''t mean we should be afraid to try."


    "Xiaoya, your mother has a really beautiful voice."


    "Before, I thought it really didn''t matter if I did, because I didn''t have any big ambitions to chase after. I only wanted to get into a university, find a nine to five job, then my family would''ve arranged blind dates for me. When the time came, I would''ve found someone to marry and just lived a life like my parents, and maybe that life would''ve been better than theirs, or not as good." Xiaoya then remained silent for a moment before adding, "But now, I don''t want that."


    Before the evening self-study session began, Mr. Li told the class of the "evildoings" room five-two-oh and that their punishment would start from that day. They would be responsible for classroom sanitation for a week, and for Xiaoya who was using a mobile phone along with the girl who brought the novel, they both had to write a fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection.


    Cheng Kexin: "It''s probably to pick up girls. You can go ask him, I feel as though the relationship between the two of you is pretty good."


    When the study session was over, XIaoya asked Cheng Kexin, "Is there anyone in our class who has a phone? I want to send a friend of mine a message."


    And there were a lot of students who had begun growing anxious. Cheng Kexin spent her entire lunch break every day reciting Classical Chinese or English, which was fine. But her other dorm mates scurried to read under the lamps in the hallway at night, and that gave Xiaoya a fright.


    "So do you want to always be like this?" Cheng Kexin asked.


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Cheng Kein thought about it then replied, "I know a few classmates who have one, but they definitely won''t lend them out, especially since you just got yours taken away. Our class monitor would lend you hers, though, but her phone is a old model. It can only send text messages and make calls, so would that be good enough?"


    Having waited a couple minutes for a response, it appeared Lu Xiaobei wasn''t near her phone since she did not reply to Xiaoya. So, closing the phone, Xiaoya gave it back to Liu Xiangyu.


    Xiaoya bit her lip then asked further, "Can it connect to the web?"


    After an awkward silence, Mr. Li broke their deadlock. "It''s not out of the question, but the phone must be kept in my possession. When the semester is over I will give it back to you."


    A Long Separation


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    Cheng Kexin shook her head regretfully, saying, "It''s a really old phone." Then she suddenly snapped her finger, recalling a person. "Liu Xiangyu! Liu Xiangyu has a phone and it''s possible he''ll let you borrow it."


    Lu Xiaobei suppressed her laughter. "I never told your roommate I was your mom, she made the assumption herself."


    Xiaoya then thought of her and Lu Xiaobei, that if it was not for Lu Xiaobei''s steadfastness in slowly waiting for her to understand, they could''ve missed finding one another.


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "He''s a day student, so can he have a phone?"


    Liu Xiangyu: "Has he still not replied? If you want you can take my phone back with you and used it for the night then just hand it back to me tomorrow."


    Xiaoya could''ve honestly said she hadn''t known, she had been at Yunta High for under a month, the other students were all old students and the head teacher never went through the school rules when she started classes. So her saying she was unaware was believable.


    There as a mid-monthly exam, and because it was the first exam after the second year class was divided, both teachers and students attached a great amount of importance to it.


    Cheng Kexin: "It''s probably to pick up girls. You can go ask him, I feel as though the relationship between the two of you is pretty good."


    Xiaoya''s stiffened body relaxed somewhat, as she then said, "Thank you, Sir." If her mother found out she and Lu Xiaobei were still in contact, it could lead to more trouble.


    When the study session was over, XIaoya asked Cheng Kexin, "Is there anyone in our class who has a phone? I want to send a friend of mine a message."


    "So do you want to always be like this?" Cheng Kexin asked.


    After returning to school Xiaoya felt as though the days were quickly rushing by.


    Liu Xiangyu: "Has he still not replied? If you want you can take my phone back with you and used it for the night then just hand it back to me tomorrow."


    "All he did was ask me a few questions before, and after the seats got closer, we spoke a few times." Mr. Li who had Xiaoya seated in the front row before the holiday, placed her in the middle black row with Liu Xiangyu seated right in front of her, so the two were a bit familiar with one another. "Fine. I''ll go ask him."


    After Xiaoya''s phone got confiscated, Lu Xiaobei messaged her phone number to Xiaoya on QQ, so Xiaoya would usually call her using the payphone in her dorm and so they could chat to ease their lovesickness.


    When the evening self-study sessions were done, the students who lived in the dorms all rushed back, but as a day student, Liu Xiangyu was neither swift nor sluggish in packing up his book bag.


    "Your mom is called." Room five-two-oh had a land line on the wall. To call from the inside you needed a phone card, but it was also possible to receive calls from the outside.


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    After an awkward silence, Mr. Li broke their deadlock. "It''s not out of the question, but the phone must be kept in my possession. When the semester is over I will give it back to you."


    Xiaoya asked to borrow his phone, and he readily agreed. Together with Cheng Kexin they gave Xiaoya some cover, allowing her some time to log into her QQ account and send Lu Xiaobei a message.


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    Mr. Li: "Then why did you bring a phone here? Don''t you know this school forbids mobile phones being brought on the grounds?"


    Xiaoya quickly told Lu Xiaobei the recent situation at her school as well as asking for her phone number. The latter being on account of Lu Xiaobei''s number not being memorised by her given it was set with a shortcut button on her phone.


    Holding the toothpaste in her hand, Xiaoya scurried to the phone with thudding steps. "Hello, mom?"


    Having waited a couple minutes for a response, it appeared Lu Xiaobei wasn''t near her phone since she did not reply to Xiaoya. So, closing the phone, Xiaoya gave it back to Liu Xiangyu.


    Xiaoya shook her head. "No, but he promised to not tell my parents I had one."


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    N/A


    Cheng Kein thought about it then replied, "I know a few classmates who have one, but they definitely won''t lend them out, especially since you just got yours taken away. Our class monitor would lend you hers, though, but her phone is a old model. It can only send text messages and make calls, so would that be good enough?"


    As Xiaoya was on her way back to the washrooom to wash up again, the roommate of hers from earlier said a line by chance that made her halt her steps.


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    [Xiaoya VS Boss]


    Liu Xiangyu: "Has he still not replied? If you want you can take my phone back with you and used it for the night then just hand it back to me tomorrow."


    The two then spoke of random things until the foam from the toothpaste on Xiaoya''s lips turned white, and the dorm lights were about to be shut off. So, with much reluctance, the call between the two was ended.


    Xiaoya didn''t intend on troubling him any further so she replied, "Thanks, but you don;t need to do that. There''s a computer class on Wednesday so I can just check to see her message then." Yunta High had one computer class scheduled every two weeks, and despite there being homework involving Microsoft Word or Excel to be done, it was the only class where any access to the internet was possible.


    She would''ve probably been quite happy staying there.


    Xiaoya then continued, "Sometimes I''m really jealous of you. If there''s something you want to do, you''ll strive to do it with all you got. I''m not like that. I''m someone who''ll wait for others to stride ahead by ninety-nine steps before I move to make one."


    Xiaoya then continued, "Sometimes I''m really jealous of you. If there''s something you want to do, you''ll strive to do it with all you got. I''m not like that. I''m someone who''ll wait for others to stride ahead by ninety-nine steps before I move to make one."


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    She would''ve probably been quite happy staying there.


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    After returning to school Xiaoya felt as though the days were quickly rushing by.


    Xiaoya then muttered, "Seriously, my character is no good at all." Xiaoya always knew she was someone who never wanted to leave her comfort zone. If it was stormy outside, it was better to stay curled up in her turtleshell. But hiding in her shell meant she had no way to protect the person she wanted to protect, so she had to change¡ªno matter how painful it was, she needed to change.


    There as a mid-monthly exam, and because it was the first exam after the second year class was divided, both teachers and students attached a great amount of importance to it.


    During the afternoon, the few sporadic self-study classes were all snatched up by teachers from all departments and all kinds of practice exercises were given out for free. "You guys are no longer first years, so don''t think your college entrance exams are still some far off dream. When you make it to your third year, It will be far too late to start trying." All kinds of ''chicken soup for the soul'' and other inspiration ideas were mixed and pounded into the students'' brains.


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    During the afternoon, the few sporadic self-study classes were all snatched up by teachers from all departments and all kinds of practice exercises were given out for free. "You guys are no longer first years, so don''t think your college entrance exams are still some far off dream. When you make it to your third year, It will be far too late to start trying." All kinds of ''chicken soup for the soul'' and other inspiration ideas were mixed and pounded into the students'' brains.


    When the study session was over, XIaoya asked Cheng Kexin, "Is there anyone in our class who has a phone? I want to send a friend of mine a message."


    Liu Xiangyu: "Has he still not replied? If you want you can take my phone back with you and used it for the night then just hand it back to me tomorrow."


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    "So do you want to always be like this?" Cheng Kexin asked.


    When the study session was over, XIaoya asked Cheng Kexin, "Is there anyone in our class who has a phone? I want to send a friend of mine a message."


    And there were a lot of students who had begun growing anxious. Cheng Kexin spent her entire lunch break every day reciting Classical Chinese or English, which was fine. But her other dorm mates scurried to read under the lamps in the hallway at night, and that gave Xiaoya a fright.


    "All he did was ask me a few questions before, and after the seats got closer, we spoke a few times." Mr. Li who had Xiaoya seated in the front row before the holiday, placed her in the middle black row with Liu Xiangyu seated right in front of her, so the two were a bit familiar with one another. "Fine. I''ll go ask him."


    "Xiaoya¡ª"


    There as a mid-monthly exam, and because it was the first exam after the second year class was divided, both teachers and students attached a great amount of importance to it.


    Lu Xiaobei had always told her: "When you should study, study. When you should have fun, have fun. And when you should rest, rest." Xiaoya always thought it would be great if she could "study then she should study". So now with learning atmosphere around her being like this, even though she didn''t run out to study in the middle of the night, she also worked quite hard.


    When the evening self-study sessions were done, the students who lived in the dorms all rushed back, but as a day student, Liu Xiangyu was neither swift nor sluggish in packing up his book bag.


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    "Before, I thought it really didn''t matter if I did, because I didn''t have any big ambitions to chase after. I only wanted to get into a university, find a nine to five job, then my family would''ve arranged blind dates for me. When the time came, I would''ve found someone to marry and just lived a life like my parents, and maybe that life would''ve been better than theirs, or not as good." Xiaoya then remained silent for a moment before adding, "But now, I don''t want that."


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    Cheng Kexin: "Xiaoya, how about both of us change together? Let''s become better and better, and take control of our own lives. As I see it, since you''re afraid to walk at the head of the crowd, you should push yourself to walk in front of the crowd. You hate speaking up in front of many people, so you should find as many opportunities as you can to go speak in front of a crowd.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    While brushing her teeth, Xiaoya heard someone calling her name from the her dorm room, causing her to shout in return, "What is it?"


    After Xiaoya''s phone got confiscated, Lu Xiaobei messaged her phone number to Xiaoya on QQ, so Xiaoya would usually call her using the payphone in her dorm and so they could chat to ease their lovesickness.


    Cheng Kexin: "Xiaoya, how about both of us change together? Let''s become better and better, and take control of our own lives. As I see it, since you''re afraid to walk at the head of the crowd, you should push yourself to walk in front of the crowd. You hate speaking up in front of many people, so you should find as many opportunities as you can to go speak in front of a crowd.


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    Xiaoya bit her lip then asked further, "Can it connect to the web?"


    Mr. Li: "Your hand will be holding the sign so it doesn''t need to move. Therefore, you don''t need to worry about not marching properly."


    Xiaoya wailed in her dorm room for a couple days until she was dragged out by Cheng Kexin to the playing field to practice marching. Cheng Kexin saw the irritation on Xiaoya''s face. "If you''re worried about not doing something well, you need to go practice. It''s pointless spending day after day mourning over it."


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    Xiaoya bit her lip then asked further, "Can it connect to the web?"


    Xiaoya''s stiffened body relaxed somewhat, as she then said, "Thank you, Sir." If her mother found out she and Lu Xiaobei were still in contact, it could lead to more trouble.


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    [Xiaoya VS Boss]


    Xiaoya could''ve honestly said she hadn''t known, she had been at Yunta High for under a month, the other students were all old students and the head teacher never went through the school rules when she started classes. So her saying she was unaware was believable.


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    "Xiaoya, your mother has a really beautiful voice."


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    During the afternoon, the few sporadic self-study classes were all snatched up by teachers from all departments and all kinds of practice exercises were given out for free. "You guys are no longer first years, so don''t think your college entrance exams are still some far off dream. When you make it to your third year, It will be far too late to start trying." All kinds of ''chicken soup for the soul'' and other inspiration ideas were mixed and pounded into the students'' brains.


    Xiaoya: "He''s a day student, so can he have a phone?"


    Xiaoya wailed in her dorm room for a couple days until she was dragged out by Cheng Kexin to the playing field to practice marching. Cheng Kexin saw the irritation on Xiaoya''s face. "If you''re worried about not doing something well, you need to go practice. It''s pointless spending day after day mourning over it."


    Perhaps it was on account of Cheng Kexin accompanying her during training, because Xiaoya managed to successfully complete the opening ceremony of the sports festival. Keep your head straight. Maintain a proper distance from the front and back. Don''t forget to keep a light smile...


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    When the evening self-study sessions were done, the students who lived in the dorms all rushed back, but as a day student, Liu Xiangyu was neither swift nor sluggish in packing up his book bag.


    While practising, Xiaoya replied, "I''ve always been like this. When others tell me something, I just do it. But if I don''t want to do it, even if I try to do it as best I can, I on;t be able to do it properly."


    Xiaoya asked to borrow his phone, and he readily agreed. Together with Cheng Kexin they gave Xiaoya some cover, allowing her some time to log into her QQ account and send Lu Xiaobei a message.


    Before the evening self-study session began, Mr. Li told the class of the "evildoings" room five-two-oh and that their punishment would start from that day. They would be responsible for classroom sanitation for a week, and for Xiaoya who was using a mobile phone along with the girl who brought the novel, they both had to write a fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection.


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    "So do you want to always be like this?" Cheng Kexin asked.


    With the phone and novels both taken away, the girls of room five-two-oh spent the night weak and weary. Even though some asked whether the teacher on watch duty would let them off, the others knew such a thing was impossible.


    While practising, Xiaoya replied, "I''ve always been like this. When others tell me something, I just do it. But if I don''t want to do it, even if I try to do it as best I can, I on;t be able to do it properly."


    After returning to school Xiaoya felt as though the days were quickly rushing by.


    Before the evening self-study session began, Mr. Li told the class of the "evildoings" room five-two-oh and that their punishment would start from that day. They would be responsible for classroom sanitation for a week, and for Xiaoya who was using a mobile phone along with the girl who brought the novel, they both had to write a fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection.


    As Xiaoya was on her way back to the washrooom to wash up again, the roommate of hers from earlier said a line by chance that made her halt her steps.


    "Before, I thought it really didn''t matter if I did, because I didn''t have any big ambitions to chase after. I only wanted to get into a university, find a nine to five job, then my family would''ve arranged blind dates for me. When the time came, I would''ve found someone to marry and just lived a life like my parents, and maybe that life would''ve been better than theirs, or not as good." Xiaoya then remained silent for a moment before adding, "But now, I don''t want that."


    When Xiaya left the office her roommates were all waiting by the door. "Xiaoya, is everything alright? Did Sir give you back your phone?"


    Cheng Kexin: "It''s probably to pick up girls. You can go ask him, I feel as though the relationship between the two of you is pretty good."


    When Xiaya left the office her roommates were all waiting by the door. "Xiaoya, is everything alright? Did Sir give you back your phone?"


    "All he did was ask me a few questions before, and after the seats got closer, we spoke a few times." Mr. Li who had Xiaoya seated in the front row before the holiday, placed her in the middle black row with Liu Xiangyu seated right in front of her, so the two were a bit familiar with one another. "Fine. I''ll go ask him."


    There as a mid-monthly exam, and because it was the first exam after the second year class was divided, both teachers and students attached a great amount of importance to it.


    Xiaoya then continued, "Sometimes I''m really jealous of you. If there''s something you want to do, you''ll strive to do it with all you got. I''m not like that. I''m someone who''ll wait for others to stride ahead by ninety-nine steps before I move to make one."


    Xiaoya angrily punched her pillow for a long time, because her phone was her only way to communicate with Lu Xiaobei. From then onwards, not only could she not message Lu Xiaobei on QQ, it would be a month before she could go home. And when she does arrive in Nancheng, she has no idea if they would be able to meet.


    Cheng Kexin: "Xiaoya, how about both of us change together? Let''s become better and better, and take control of our own lives. As I see it, since you''re afraid to walk at the head of the crowd, you should push yourself to walk in front of the crowd. You hate speaking up in front of many people, so you should find as many opportunities as you can to go speak in front of a crowd.


    Xiaoya bit her lip then asked further, "Can it connect to the web?"


    Cheng Kexin then said to herself, "But if I had to choose, I''d prefer to fight for what want and not wait for others to hand it to me." Looking at her own hands, she continued, "Because whatever others give to you can always be taken away. But the things I seize for myself, will always remain in my hands."


    Having waited a couple minutes for a response, it appeared Lu Xiaobei wasn''t near her phone since she did not reply to Xiaoya. So, closing the phone, Xiaoya gave it back to Liu Xiangyu.


    Xiaoya then thought of her and Lu Xiaobei, that if it was not for Lu Xiaobei''s steadfastness in slowly waiting for her to understand, they could''ve missed finding one another.


    Xiaoya then thought of her and Lu Xiaobei, that if it was not for Lu Xiaobei''s steadfastness in slowly waiting for her to understand, they could''ve missed finding one another.


    Cheng Kexin shook her head regretfully, saying, "It''s a really old phone." Then she suddenly snapped her finger, recalling a person. "Liu Xiangyu! Liu Xiangyu has a phone and it''s possible he''ll let you borrow it."


    Lu Xiaobei had always told her: "When you should study, study. When you should have fun, have fun. And when you should rest, rest." Xiaoya always thought it would be great if she could "study then she should study". So now with learning atmosphere around her being like this, even though she didn''t run out to study in the middle of the night, she also worked quite hard.


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    Perhaps it was on account of Cheng Kexin accompanying her during training, because Xiaoya managed to successfully complete the opening ceremony of the sports festival. Keep your head straight. Maintain a proper distance from the front and back. Don''t forget to keep a light smile...


    Xiaoya then muttered, "Seriously, my character is no good at all." Xiaoya always knew she was someone who never wanted to leave her comfort zone. If it was stormy outside, it was better to stay curled up in her turtleshell. But hiding in her shell meant she had no way to protect the person she wanted to protect, so she had to change¡ªno matter how painful it was, she needed to change.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    Cheng Kexin: "Actually, I''m jealous of you too. You didn''t need fight for stuff because for most of your life there was never anything you needed to fight for. If you needed it, even if the time for it hadn''t come yet, you parents would prepare it for you ahead of time. Other girls have to continually expand their contact list just so they can meet a guy who will like them to, but you only have to sit there and the minute the one upfront falls aside there would one after the other lined up and ready to take their place."


    When Xiaoya heard the girl beside her complain on her behalf, she also thought of them helping bring her food at lunch, and waiting for her after their evening self-study sessions so they could all go back to their dorm together. She thought about how despite them coming from different places, and despite them not knowing each other for too long, when compared to her life previous high school, having these lovely girls she had beside her now meant there were also a lot of good aspects in her current life.


    "So do you want to always be like this?" Cheng Kexin asked.


    Before the evening self-study session began, Mr. Li told the class of the "evildoings" room five-two-oh and that their punishment would start from that day. They would be responsible for classroom sanitation for a week, and for Xiaoya who was using a mobile phone along with the girl who brought the novel, they both had to write a fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection.


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    *Sobbing noises*... What is Lu Xiaobei going to think when I "disappear" without a reason?! Xiaoya wrestled with this problem until she fell asleep, and once she fell asleep she was still uneasy.


    Xiaoya laughed, retorting, "Hey my, life isn''t a walk in the park either." There are times when she was also very confused as well as very lost.


    "Why is he acting like that, huh?" The girls in Xiaoya''s dorm championed her cause on her behalf. After suffering through hardships together, those girls who slept in the same dorm could only feel as though they''d gotten closer.


    N/A


    And there were a lot of students who had begun growing anxious. Cheng Kexin spent her entire lunch break every day reciting Classical Chinese or English, which was fine. But her other dorm mates scurried to read under the lamps in the hallway at night, and that gave Xiaoya a fright.


    "Xiaoya¡ª"


    It''s possible there are some thongs we just won''t be able to do, you know? But that doesn''t mean we should be afraid to try."


    Perhaps it was on account of Cheng Kexin accompanying her during training, because Xiaoya managed to successfully complete the opening ceremony of the sports festival. Keep your head straight. Maintain a proper distance from the front and back. Don''t forget to keep a light smile...


    While brushing her teeth, Xiaoya heard someone calling her name from the her dorm room, causing her to shout in return, "What is it?"


    Cheng Kexin then said to herself, "But if I had to choose, I''d prefer to fight for what want and not wait for others to hand it to me." Looking at her own hands, she continued, "Because whatever others give to you can always be taken away. But the things I seize for myself, will always remain in my hands."


    A low laugh erupted from the other end of the line.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    A Long Separation


    Xiaoya: ...


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    Xiaoya quietly continued marching on that playing field. Her thoughts drifting from Cheng Kexin as well as herself. Thinking about how if she were stronger, a lot of the issues she faced would not be the same.


    Cheng Kexin then said to herself, "But if I had to choose, I''d prefer to fight for what want and not wait for others to hand it to me." Looking at her own hands, she continued, "Because whatever others give to you can always be taken away. But the things I seize for myself, will always remain in my hands."


    Cheng Kexin: "Xiaoya, how about both of us change together? Let''s become better and better, and take control of our own lives. As I see it, since you''re afraid to walk at the head of the crowd, you should push yourself to walk in front of the crowd. You hate speaking up in front of many people, so you should find as many opportunities as you can to go speak in front of a crowd.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    Xiaoya bit her lip then asked further, "Can it connect to the web?"


    Xiaoya: "He''s a day student, so can he have a phone?"


    It''s possible there are some thongs we just won''t be able to do, you know? But that doesn''t mean we should be afraid to try."


    Xiaoya: "He''s a day student, so can he have a phone?"


    Xiaoya heard the voice in her own heart, and thus replied, "Yes, let''s.


    Before the evening self-study session began, Mr. Li told the class of the "evildoings" room five-two-oh and that their punishment would start from that day. They would be responsible for classroom sanitation for a week, and for Xiaoya who was using a mobile phone along with the girl who brought the novel, they both had to write a fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection.


    Xiaoya knew she still had a long way to go.


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    A Long Separation


    Holding the toothpaste in her hand, Xiaoya scurried to the phone with thudding steps. "Hello, mom?"


    Perhaps it was on account of Cheng Kexin accompanying her during training, because Xiaoya managed to successfully complete the opening ceremony of the sports festival. Keep your head straight. Maintain a proper distance from the front and back. Don''t forget to keep a light smile...


    As Xiaoya was on her way back to the washrooom to wash up again, the roommate of hers from earlier said a line by chance that made her halt her steps.


    Xiaoya quietly continued marching on that playing field. Her thoughts drifting from Cheng Kexin as well as herself. Thinking about how if she were stronger, a lot of the issues she faced would not be the same.


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    To most people, such a thing might seem like a trivial matter. But for Xiaoya, this was a first. It was as though she was new player in a game. A game where every level were all unknown, and were all a challenge.


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    Cheng Kein thought about it then replied, "I know a few classmates who have one, but they definitely won''t lend them out, especially since you just got yours taken away. Our class monitor would lend you hers, though, but her phone is a old model. It can only send text messages and make calls, so would that be good enough?"


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    With the phone and novels both taken away, the girls of room five-two-oh spent the night weak and weary. Even though some asked whether the teacher on watch duty would let them off, the others knew such a thing was impossible.


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Perhaps it was on account of Cheng Kexin accompanying her during training, because Xiaoya managed to successfully complete the opening ceremony of the sports festival. Keep your head straight. Maintain a proper distance from the front and back. Don''t forget to keep a light smile...


    When the evening self-study sessions were done, the students who lived in the dorms all rushed back, but as a day student, Liu Xiangyu was neither swift nor sluggish in packing up his book bag.


    A Long Separation


    Xiaoya knew she still had a long way to go.


    Cheng Kexin shook her head regretfully, saying, "It''s a really old phone." Then she suddenly snapped her finger, recalling a person. "Liu Xiangyu! Liu Xiangyu has a phone and it''s possible he''ll let you borrow it."


    "Xiaoya¡ª"


    "So do you want to always be like this?" Cheng Kexin asked.


    After Xiaoya''s phone got confiscated, Lu Xiaobei messaged her phone number to Xiaoya on QQ, so Xiaoya would usually call her using the payphone in her dorm and so they could chat to ease their lovesickness.


    When the evening self-study sessions were done, the students who lived in the dorms all rushed back, but as a day student, Liu Xiangyu was neither swift nor sluggish in packing up his book bag.


    While brushing her teeth, Xiaoya heard someone calling her name from the her dorm room, causing her to shout in return, "What is it?"


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    "Why is he acting like that, huh?" The girls in Xiaoya''s dorm championed her cause on her behalf. After suffering through hardships together, those girls who slept in the same dorm could only feel as though they''d gotten closer.


    When Xiaya left the office her roommates were all waiting by the door. "Xiaoya, is everything alright? Did Sir give you back your phone?"


    A Long Separation


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    The two then spoke of random things until the foam from the toothpaste on Xiaoya''s lips turned white, and the dorm lights were about to be shut off. So, with much reluctance, the call between the two was ended.


    Cheng Kexin: "Xiaoya, how about both of us change together? Let''s become better and better, and take control of our own lives. As I see it, since you''re afraid to walk at the head of the crowd, you should push yourself to walk in front of the crowd. You hate speaking up in front of many people, so you should find as many opportunities as you can to go speak in front of a crowd.


    "Your mom is called." Room five-two-oh had a land line on the wall. To call from the inside you needed a phone card, but it was also possible to receive calls from the outside.


    Xiaoya knew she still had a long way to go.


    Holding the toothpaste in her hand, Xiaoya scurried to the phone with thudding steps. "Hello, mom?"


    And if not for...


    A low laugh erupted from the other end of the line.


    While practising, Xiaoya replied, "I''ve always been like this. When others tell me something, I just do it. But if I don''t want to do it, even if I try to do it as best I can, I on;t be able to do it properly."


    Xiaoya could''ve honestly said she hadn''t known, she had been at Yunta High for under a month, the other students were all old students and the head teacher never went through the school rules when she started classes. So her saying she was unaware was believable.


    Xiaoya then thought of her and Lu Xiaobei, that if it was not for Lu Xiaobei''s steadfastness in slowly waiting for her to understand, they could''ve missed finding one another.


    To most people, such a thing might seem like a trivial matter. But for Xiaoya, this was a first. It was as though she was new player in a game. A game where every level were all unknown, and were all a challenge.


    But Xiaoya said nothing, she was never one who liked to quibble. She could be described as aloof, she could also be described as well-behaved¡ªsomeone who simply follows the rules.


    And if not for...


    Mr. Li: "Then why did you bring a phone here? Don''t you know this school forbids mobile phones being brought on the grounds?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    Xiaoya: ...


    Xiaoya whispered under her breath, "Lu Xiaobei?"


    A Long Separation


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    Xiaoya refused internally so she said, "Sir, I''m worried my hands and feet are uncoordinated so I can''t march properly."


    Lu Xiaobei suppressed her laughter. "I never told your roommate I was your mom, she made the assumption herself."


    There as a mid-monthly exam, and because it was the first exam after the second year class was divided, both teachers and students attached a great amount of importance to it.


    Lu Xiaobei had always told her: "When you should study, study. When you should have fun, have fun. And when you should rest, rest." Xiaoya always thought it would be great if she could "study then she should study". So now with learning atmosphere around her being like this, even though she didn''t run out to study in the middle of the night, she also worked quite hard.


    Xiaoya quietly continued marching on that playing field. Her thoughts drifting from Cheng Kexin as well as herself. Thinking about how if she were stronger, a lot of the issues she faced would not be the same.


    Having waited a couple minutes for a response, it appeared Lu Xiaobei wasn''t near her phone since she did not reply to Xiaoya. So, closing the phone, Xiaoya gave it back to Liu Xiangyu.


    While brushing her teeth, Xiaoya heard someone calling her name from the her dorm room, causing her to shout in return, "What is it?"


    Cheng Kexin then said to herself, "But if I had to choose, I''d prefer to fight for what want and not wait for others to hand it to me." Looking at her own hands, she continued, "Because whatever others give to you can always be taken away. But the things I seize for myself, will always remain in my hands."


    Xiaoya then continued, "Sometimes I''m really jealous of you. If there''s something you want to do, you''ll strive to do it with all you got. I''m not like that. I''m someone who''ll wait for others to stride ahead by ninety-nine steps before I move to make one."


    After Xiaoya''s phone got confiscated, Lu Xiaobei messaged her phone number to Xiaoya on QQ, so Xiaoya would usually call her using the payphone in her dorm and so they could chat to ease their lovesickness.


    After the games, the monthly exam results were released. Xiaoya placed fourteenth in her class, and was ranked thirtieth for both the liberal arts classes for her grade. Yunta High''s teaching quality was not as good as Nancheng''s, so students who place thirtieth are most likely hovering around the college enrolment baseline, which is still a long way from what''s needed to qualify for entry into Nancheng University.


    The two then spoke of random things until the foam from the toothpaste on Xiaoya''s lips turned white, and the dorm lights were about to be shut off. So, with much reluctance, the call between the two was ended.


    When Xiaya left the office her roommates were all waiting by the door. "Xiaoya, is everything alright? Did Sir give you back your phone?"


    Xiaoya bit her lip then asked further, "Can it connect to the web?"


    [Xiaoya defeated]


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    "Xiaoya, your mother has a really beautiful voice."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I noticed the number of your dorm room never changed, so I wondered if it was possible I could call in."


    By then, Lu Xiaobei would have sent her back some message of some sort.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    Xiaoya laughed, retorting, "Hey my, life isn''t a walk in the park either." There are times when she was also very confused as well as very lost.


    After returning to school Xiaoya felt as though the days were quickly rushing by.


    And if not for...


    "Xiaoya, your mother has a really beautiful voice."


    During the afternoon, the few sporadic self-study classes were all snatched up by teachers from all departments and all kinds of practice exercises were given out for free. "You guys are no longer first years, so don''t think your college entrance exams are still some far off dream. When you make it to your third year, It will be far too late to start trying." All kinds of ''chicken soup for the soul'' and other inspiration ideas were mixed and pounded into the students'' brains.


    Xiaoya wailed in her dorm room for a couple days until she was dragged out by Cheng Kexin to the playing field to practice marching. Cheng Kexin saw the irritation on Xiaoya''s face. "If you''re worried about not doing something well, you need to go practice. It''s pointless spending day after day mourning over it."


    Lu Xiaobei suppressed her laughter. "I never told your roommate I was your mom, she made the assumption herself."


    The two then spoke of random things until the foam from the toothpaste on Xiaoya''s lips turned white, and the dorm lights were about to be shut off. So, with much reluctance, the call between the two was ended.


    Cheng Kexin: "Xiaoya, how about both of us change together? Let''s become better and better, and take control of our own lives. As I see it, since you''re afraid to walk at the head of the crowd, you should push yourself to walk in front of the crowd. You hate speaking up in front of many people, so you should find as many opportunities as you can to go speak in front of a crowd.


    Xiaoya then muttered, "Seriously, my character is no good at all." Xiaoya always knew she was someone who never wanted to leave her comfort zone. If it was stormy outside, it was better to stay curled up in her turtleshell. But hiding in her shell meant she had no way to protect the person she wanted to protect, so she had to change¡ªno matter how painful it was, she needed to change.


    Cheng Kexin then said to herself, "But if I had to choose, I''d prefer to fight for what want and not wait for others to hand it to me." Looking at her own hands, she continued, "Because whatever others give to you can always be taken away. But the things I seize for myself, will always remain in my hands."


    As Xiaoya was on her way back to the washrooom to wash up again, the roommate of hers from earlier said a line by chance that made her halt her steps.


    Xiaoya didn''t intend on troubling him any further so she replied, "Thanks, but you don;t need to do that. There''s a computer class on Wednesday so I can just check to see her message then." Yunta High had one computer class scheduled every two weeks, and despite there being homework involving Microsoft Word or Excel to be done, it was the only class where any access to the internet was possible.


    Xiaoya: "You can, my mother does. I forgot to tell you about it."


    Cheng Kein thought about it then replied, "I know a few classmates who have one, but they definitely won''t lend them out, especially since you just got yours taken away. Our class monitor would lend you hers, though, but her phone is a old model. It can only send text messages and make calls, so would that be good enough?"


    Xiaoya admitted she was using her phone point blank and also accepted the fifteen-hundred word essay of self-reflection she had to write, her only request being: "Sir, can you not tell my parents was playing with a phone at school?"


    And there were a lot of students who had begun growing anxious. Cheng Kexin spent her entire lunch break every day reciting Classical Chinese or English, which was fine. But her other dorm mates scurried to read under the lamps in the hallway at night, and that gave Xiaoya a fright.


    "Xiaoya, your mother has a really beautiful voice."


    After returning to school Xiaoya felt as though the days were quickly rushing by.


    "All he did was ask me a few questions before, and after the seats got closer, we spoke a few times." Mr. Li who had Xiaoya seated in the front row before the holiday, placed her in the middle black row with Liu Xiangyu seated right in front of her, so the two were a bit familiar with one another. "Fine. I''ll go ask him."


    N/A


    After the monthly exams, the school had a sports day. Because of Xiaoya''s height and long legs, she looked good in a skirt, so when Mr. Li arranged for her to walk in the march past up front and holding the sign.


    And if not for...


    Xiaoya didn''t intend on troubling him any further so she replied, "Thanks, but you don;t need to do that. There''s a computer class on Wednesday so I can just check to see her message then." Yunta High had one computer class scheduled every two weeks, and despite there being homework involving Microsoft Word or Excel to be done, it was the only class where any access to the internet was possible.


    [Xiaoya VS Boss]

 CH 37

    "Why are you sneaking around?" Lu Xiaobei, while sitting in her car, looked on as Xiaoya peeked behind her back three times for every step she took and turning her head from left to right, so she couldn''t help but ask.


    "When you''re back at home you can rest, and are allowed to go online¡ªyou can even contact your junior high classmates. But when it comes to you going out, you need to tell your dad and me and we will accompany you there. Xiaoyu, you must understand that mom loves you, and I''m only doing this for your own good," her mother explained.


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Mo Yichen: "Okay. Thank you."


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    "Huh?" Xiaoya gave no answer except for wearing a smile before her face turned red.


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    Backing down a bit, Xiaoya instead asked, "Then can I invite a fried from high school over to hang out?"


    Xiaoya opened the door of the bright red sports car, got seated and put on her seatbelt before grumbling, "Who told you to have such a flashy car? I can''t even say I just took a ride from a classmate."


    Curious, Xiaoya asked, "Since it''s like this, why would Xiang Yi still go to Shanghai?"


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya then said probingly, "Captain and I..."


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    Xiaoya: "I actually don''t mind if it''s far away."


    Xiaoya: "There are a few teachers at my school that my mom asked to look after me. I''m freaked out one of them might see something and go tell my mom."


    Before she surfed through as much as two websites, her mother came back inside. "Xiaoyu, why didn''t you call out to mom after coming in?"


    Those were the two sentences Xiaoya wanted to hear least of all.


    Mo Yichen: "Kind of. Only Xiang Yi who got a good kick out of it. When we got back to our room that night she was laughing so much she couldn''t sit up straight."


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    "Looks like there is," Mo Yichen whispered.


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    Mo Yichen: "I heard the facilities at Yunta High aren''t that good, is that true?"


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Xiaoya: "So it''s a good thing, then."


    Mo Yichen: "During winter camp. Xiang Yi and I both had a inkling."


    Xiaoya opened the door of the bright red sports car, got seated and put on her seatbelt before grumbling, "Who told you to have such a flashy car? I can''t even say I just took a ride from a classmate."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Xiaoya then replied with a pout, "Yes, there''s a few. But I don;t like any of them."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m not. I was just wondering whether I should buy another car to come pick you up with."


    Xiaoya: "There are a few teachers at my school that my mom asked to look after me. I''m freaked out one of them might see something and go tell my mom."


    Xiaoya: "I actually don''t mind if it''s far away."


    Xiaoya said nothing more. She knew Lu Xiaobei wanted to pick her up herself or for them to take the bus together so they can spend more time together.


    Xiaoya was completely confused. "When did you notice it?"


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    Xiaoya: ...


    N/A


    Xiaoya saw that Mo Yichen did indeed know, ad did not hide it from her. The weekend before Captain''s college entrance exams."


    "You guys aren''t the only ones in a long distance relationship." Mo Yichen then continued, "Xiang Yi is only a student in name only at school. She doesn''t show up to classes, and went to Shanghai."


    Xiaoya''s mother then walked up behind her, her eyes peering at the computer screen. Xiaoya''s hand which was scrolling had stopped as she then asked, "Haven''t you deleted all her contact info already? You also know all the passwords for all my social media accounts, so what are you worried about?"


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    "Huh?" Xiaoya gave no answer except for wearing a smile before her face turned red.


    Xiaoya then replied with a pout, "Yes, there''s a few. But I don;t like any of them."


    "You don''t need to go through all that trouble. Next year, my dad won''t have to go on so many business trips out of town, so he''ll be dropping me to and from school by then.


    "Um... Back when we were at winter camp, when we all had out first nightly chat... Apart from myself, you three were all lesbians. I was the one in the minority yet I said i wanted to chase you guys out. Oh my god! You guys must''ve laughed your behinds off, didn''t you?"


    "You don''t need to go through all that trouble. Next year, my dad won''t have to go on so many business trips out of town, so he''ll be dropping me to and from school by then.


    Curious, Xiaoya asked, "Since it''s like this, why would Xiang Yi still go to Shanghai?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "But you''re old enough for you to be able to just take the bus by yourself."


    "Xiang Yi seems like... it''s probably just my intuition, but even on the one time we talk to each other a week, she seems absent-minded..." Mo Yichen hesitated before continuing, "You have a lot to worry about for yourself right now, so I couldn''t bring myself to tell you. Maybe it will all work out after we get to university."


    "Huh?" Xiaoya gave no answer except for wearing a smile before her face turned red.


    Xiaoya avoided answering this question to instead say, "I want to go out tomorrow and meet up with a few classmates."


    Xiaoya said nothing more. She knew Lu Xiaobei wanted to pick her up herself or for them to take the bus together so they can spend more time together.


    Xiaoya saw that Mo Yichen did indeed know, ad did not hide it from her. The weekend before Captain''s college entrance exams."


    N/A


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    Xiaoya: "Winter camp? But... back then there was nothing at all to... How did you guys know? ...why did you want to go there with Xiang Yi? Could it be that you two are also..."


    Mo Yichen: "Kind of. Only Xiang Yi who got a good kick out of it. When we got back to our room that night she was laughing so much she couldn''t sit up straight."


    Xiaoya then thought of a reason she herself got transferred and asked, "Is Xiang Yi out?"


    Xiaoya: "Aren''t you two..."


    She wanted it too. But the situation did not allow for such a thing to be.


    She wanted it too. But the situation did not allow for such a thing to be.


    Xiaoya''s mother then walked up behind her, her eyes peering at the computer screen. Xiaoya''s hand which was scrolling had stopped as she then asked, "Haven''t you deleted all her contact info already? You also know all the passwords for all my social media accounts, so what are you worried about?"


    Xiaoya''s face reddened. She was a bit hesitant of whether she should tell Mo Yichen. But after lifting her head to look at the other girl''s expression, Xiaoya''s heart leaped. "Do you know something?"


    The two were both silent. Neither said anything fr a while until Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei had taken a road that was different from the usual one, leading to her pointing out, "You should take the next left, to the flyover other there."


    "Why are you sneaking around?" Lu Xiaobei, while sitting in her car, looked on as Xiaoya peeked behind her back three times for every step she took and turning her head from left to right, so she couldn''t help but ask.


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi''s mom is very open-minded. She even told Xiang Yi, ''Even in marriage there can be cheating and even unexpected deaths. There is nothing in this world that is guaranteed. Whichever road someone chooses, there will always be risks. It doesn''t matter if you choose to remain single, to be a childless couple, or find yourself a girlfriend. As long as it was a decision you made for yourself in earnest, I will never object.''"


    N/A


    Mo Yichen: "Yeah. But we don''t get to contact one another much."


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya: "Sometimes I think that it be just be better for us to elope."


    Xiaoya: ?


    "I''ve only been driving for under a year." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry since the distance using this underpass won''t be too far out the way, but there''s traffic lights."


    "You guys aren''t the only ones in a long distance relationship." Mo Yichen then continued, "Xiang Yi is only a student in name only at school. She doesn''t show up to classes, and went to Shanghai."


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    "Why are you sneaking around?" Lu Xiaobei, while sitting in her car, looked on as Xiaoya peeked behind her back three times for every step she took and turning her head from left to right, so she couldn''t help but ask.


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "I actually don''t mind if it''s far away."


    "Looks like there is," Mo Yichen whispered.


    Xiaoya: "So it''s a good thing, then."


    Xiaoya then said probingly, "Captain and I..."


    Mo Yichen nodded and Xiaoya understood. Xiaoya then suddenly grabbed her own hair while mouthing an "Aaaaaahhhh!" Seeing this, Mo Yichen asked, "What''s wrong?"


    She wanted it too. But the situation did not allow for such a thing to be.


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m not. I was just wondering whether I should buy another car to come pick you up with."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then asked, "Is Xiang Yi also the kind of person who''s really good at taking care of others?"


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    ?¡ó?


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    Xiaoya: "Sometimes I think that it be just be better for us to elope."


    "Huh?" Xiaoya gave no answer except for wearing a smile before her face turned red.


    Xiaoya: "Aren''t you two..."


    "Why are you sneaking around?" Lu Xiaobei, while sitting in her car, looked on as Xiaoya peeked behind her back three times for every step she took and turning her head from left to right, so she couldn''t help but ask.


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    When Mo Yichen arrived at Xiaoya''s, it was Xiaoya''s mother who opened the door to greet her. "You must be Xiaoyu''s friend. Welcome."


    Xiaoya''s face reddened. She was a bit hesitant of whether she should tell Mo Yichen. But after lifting her head to look at the other girl''s expression, Xiaoya''s heart leaped. "Do you know something?"


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Xiaoya then added: "Xiang Yi... *sigh*. Back then I was really dumb. Xiang Yi is about to take the college entrance exams, right? I remember her grades were especially unstable, and when they got really bad the difference was almost a hundred points. How are things going now?"


    The two were both silent. Neither said anything fr a while until Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei had taken a road that was different from the usual one, leading to her pointing out, "You should take the next left, to the flyover other there."


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    Xiaoya then said probingly, "Captain and I..."


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    Xiaoya: "You don''t need to. It''s only one friend. We originally planned on going out to buy cake, but she''ll just buy it and bring it over."


    Before she surfed through as much as two websites, her mother came back inside. "Xiaoyu, why didn''t you call out to mom after coming in?"


    Mo Yichen then continued: "Xiang Yi''s mom also asked about my situation at home. She told me, if luck was on my and Xiang Yi''s side, and we still ate together like we did in a few years, she would recognise me as a goddaughter."


    "When did you two start dating?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Xiaoya opened the door of the bright red sports car, got seated and put on her seatbelt before grumbling, "Who told you to have such a flashy car? I can''t even say I just took a ride from a classmate."


    "When you''re back at home you can rest, and are allowed to go online¡ªyou can even contact your junior high classmates. But when it comes to you going out, you need to tell your dad and me and we will accompany you there. Xiaoyu, you must understand that mom loves you, and I''m only doing this for your own good," her mother explained.


    When Mo Yichen arrived at Xiaoya''s, it was Xiaoya''s mother who opened the door to greet her. "You must be Xiaoyu''s friend. Welcome."


    Xiaoya: "Mom."


    Knocking on Xiaoya''s door, Mo Yichen then went in. "Xiaoya."


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    "When did you two start dating?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Xiaoya: "Xiang Yi''s mom accepted her?! That''s great!"


    Mo Yichen: "Okay. Thank you."


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s mother then walked up behind her, her eyes peering at the computer screen. Xiaoya''s hand which was scrolling had stopped as she then asked, "Haven''t you deleted all her contact info already? You also know all the passwords for all my social media accounts, so what are you worried about?"


    Heart to Heart


    Lu Xiaobei: "But you''re old enough for you to be able to just take the bus by yourself."


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    Xiaoya then thought of a reason she herself got transferred and asked, "Is Xiang Yi out?"


    Xiaoya: don''t_want_to_talk.jpg


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "Xiang Yi''s mom accepted her?! That''s great!"


    "Um... Back when we were at winter camp, when we all had out first nightly chat... Apart from myself, you three were all lesbians. I was the one in the minority yet I said i wanted to chase you guys out. Oh my god! You guys must''ve laughed your behinds off, didn''t you?"


    Seeing this, her mother then asked carefully, "You''re not still in contact with her now, are you?"


    "Apart from not having you there, it not being in Nancheng, getting in an out of there being inconvenient, it''s not bad," Xiaoya replied.


    "What do you think?" Mo Yichen nodded.


    Xiaoya saw that Mo Yichen did indeed know, ad did not hide it from her. The weekend before Captain''s college entrance exams."


    Curious, Xiaoya asked, "Since it''s like this, why would Xiang Yi still go to Shanghai?"


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    Xiaoya''s mother then said warmly, "I believe I''ve heard Xiaoya talk about you before. She said you were pretty and got good grades. Anyhow, Xiaoya is in her room, so you can head straight there to find her."


    Xiaoya avoided answering this question to instead say, "I want to go out tomorrow and meet up with a few classmates."


    "You don''t need to go through all that trouble. Next year, my dad won''t have to go on so many business trips out of town, so he''ll be dropping me to and from school by then.


    Xiaoya''s face reddened. She was a bit hesitant of whether she should tell Mo Yichen. But after lifting her head to look at the other girl''s expression, Xiaoya''s heart leaped. "Do you know something?"


    "What do you think?" Mo Yichen nodded.


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    Xiaoya''s mother then said warmly, "I believe I''ve heard Xiaoya talk about you before. She said you were pretty and got good grades. Anyhow, Xiaoya is in her room, so you can head straight there to find her."


    But without missing a beat her mother replied, "The highest priority for high school students should be their studies. If there''s any free time it should be spent studying more."


    Mo Yichen''s lips curled upwards slightly at Xiaoya''s exclamation, but the smile held there never reached her eyes.


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    "Looks like there is," Mo Yichen whispered.


    "Apart from not having you there, it not being in Nancheng, getting in an out of there being inconvenient, it''s not bad," Xiaoya replied.


    Seeing this, her mother then asked carefully, "You''re not still in contact with her now, are you?"


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    Xiaoya: "Mom."


    Mo Yichen: "Yeah. But we don''t get to contact one another much."


    Xiaoya''s mother then said warmly, "I believe I''ve heard Xiaoya talk about you before. She said you were pretty and got good grades. Anyhow, Xiaoya is in her room, so you can head straight there to find her."


    "When you''re back at home you can rest, and are allowed to go online¡ªyou can even contact your junior high classmates. But when it comes to you going out, you need to tell your dad and me and we will accompany you there. Xiaoyu, you must understand that mom loves you, and I''m only doing this for your own good," her mother explained.


    Lu Xiaobei: "But you''re old enough for you to be able to just take the bus by yourself."


    "Xiang Yi seems like... it''s probably just my intuition, but even on the one time we talk to each other a week, she seems absent-minded..." Mo Yichen hesitated before continuing, "You have a lot to worry about for yourself right now, so I couldn''t bring myself to tell you. Maybe it will all work out after we get to university."


    Mo Yichen: "It sounds better that when you were at Nancheng. So... are there any boys chasing after you at Yunta High?"


    Xiaoya: "I actually don''t mind if it''s far away."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t need to. It''s only one friend. We originally planned on going out to buy cake, but she''ll just buy it and bring it over."


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t need to. It''s only one friend. We originally planned on going out to buy cake, but she''ll just buy it and bring it over."


    "I''ve only been driving for under a year." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry since the distance using this underpass won''t be too far out the way, but there''s traffic lights."


    "When you''re back at home you can rest, and are allowed to go online¡ªyou can even contact your junior high classmates. But when it comes to you going out, you need to tell your dad and me and we will accompany you there. Xiaoyu, you must understand that mom loves you, and I''m only doing this for your own good," her mother explained.


    Those were the two sentences Xiaoya wanted to hear least of all.


    Xiaoya: ...


    Xiaoya then thought of a reason she herself got transferred and asked, "Is Xiang Yi out?"


    Xiaoya: "Winter camp? But... back then there was nothing at all to... How did you guys know? ...why did you want to go there with Xiang Yi? Could it be that you two are also..."


    "Um... Back when we were at winter camp, when we all had out first nightly chat... Apart from myself, you three were all lesbians. I was the one in the minority yet I said i wanted to chase you guys out. Oh my god! You guys must''ve laughed your behinds off, didn''t you?"


    "Looks like there is," Mo Yichen whispered.


    Those were the two sentences Xiaoya wanted to hear least of all.


    Mo Yichen then continued: "Xiang Yi''s mom also asked about my situation at home. She told me, if luck was on my and Xiang Yi''s side, and we still ate together like we did in a few years, she would recognise me as a goddaughter."


    Backing down a bit, Xiaoya instead asked, "Then can I invite a fried from high school over to hang out?"


    Xiaoya: "Sometimes I think that it be just be better for us to elope."


    Sighing lightly, Mo Yichen then replied, "You know about Xiang Yi''s grades having their ups and downs too. And even though her mother is more tolerant than most in many ways, she prioritizes studying a great deal. She wants Xiang Yi to walk the Art Examination path. She doesn''t care if Xiang Yi enters a professional school, a comprehensive 211 university, or a 985 university. They were all better than her current trajectory."


    The two were both silent. Neither said anything fr a while until Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei had taken a road that was different from the usual one, leading to her pointing out, "You should take the next left, to the flyover other there."


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    Xiaoya: "So it''s a good thing, then."


    Xiaoya''s mother had no intention of interfering with Xiaoya''s friendships. "Of course. How many friends are you planning on inviting over? Are they going to be eating here with us? Mom will get something ready for you guys in advance."


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    Xiaoya: "You don''t need to. It''s only one friend. We originally planned on going out to buy cake, but she''ll just buy it and bring it over."


    To which Mo Yichen gave her own greeting in return, "Hello, Aunty. I''m Mo Yihen. I was a classmate of Xiaoya''s at her old high school."


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    Mo Yichen: "Kind of. Only Xiang Yi who got a good kick out of it. When we got back to our room that night she was laughing so much she couldn''t sit up straight."


    Xiaoya: "Mom."


    Xiaoya saw that Mo Yichen did indeed know, ad did not hide it from her. The weekend before Captain''s college entrance exams."


    When Mo Yichen arrived at Xiaoya''s, it was Xiaoya''s mother who opened the door to greet her. "You must be Xiaoyu''s friend. Welcome."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then asked, "Is Xiang Yi also the kind of person who''s really good at taking care of others?"


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    She wanted it too. But the situation did not allow for such a thing to be.


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    Mo Yichen then continued: "Xiang Yi''s mom also asked about my situation at home. She told me, if luck was on my and Xiang Yi''s side, and we still ate together like we did in a few years, she would recognise me as a goddaughter."


    To which Mo Yichen gave her own greeting in return, "Hello, Aunty. I''m Mo Yihen. I was a classmate of Xiaoya''s at her old high school."


    But without missing a beat her mother replied, "The highest priority for high school students should be their studies. If there''s any free time it should be spent studying more."


    Xiaoya: "There are a few teachers at my school that my mom asked to look after me. I''m freaked out one of them might see something and go tell my mom."


    Mo Yichen: "That can''t be the reason. Before we knew each other, Xiang Yi had already come out to her mother as a freshman in junior high. She even took me to stay at her house for few days, and although she never told her mom about us clearly, her mom knew."


    Xiaoya''s mother then said warmly, "I believe I''ve heard Xiaoya talk about you before. She said you were pretty and got good grades. Anyhow, Xiaoya is in her room, so you can head straight there to find her."


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    "Xiang Yi seems like... it''s probably just my intuition, but even on the one time we talk to each other a week, she seems absent-minded..." Mo Yichen hesitated before continuing, "You have a lot to worry about for yourself right now, so I couldn''t bring myself to tell you. Maybe it will all work out after we get to university."


    Xiaoya: "Xiang Yi''s mom accepted her?! That''s great!"


    Xiaoya: "You don''t need to. It''s only one friend. We originally planned on going out to buy cake, but she''ll just buy it and bring it over."


    Xiaoya avoided answering this question to instead say, "I want to go out tomorrow and meet up with a few classmates."


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    Mo Yichen: "I heard the facilities at Yunta High aren''t that good, is that true?"


    Mo Yichen: "Okay. Thank you."


    Xiaoya: "I think it''s fine. Like, there''s nothing that''s unbearable. The language is an obstacle, though. I finally understand why I can''t learn English well. Right now I can''t understand more than half of the local dialect there. But my classmates are all really nice, so when they talk to me they use Mandarin."


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s eyes swirled with tears as a result. "I didn''t know I would either." Xiaoya also had no clue how she should tell Mo Yichen about her situation.


    Xiaoya: "Mom."


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Seeing this, her mother then asked carefully, "You''re not still in contact with her now, are you?"


    Xiaoya''s eyes swirled with tears as a result. "I didn''t know I would either." Xiaoya also had no clue how she should tell Mo Yichen about her situation.


    Knocking on Xiaoya''s door, Mo Yichen then went in. "Xiaoya."


    Xiaoya opened the door of the bright red sports car, got seated and put on her seatbelt before grumbling, "Who told you to have such a flashy car? I can''t even say I just took a ride from a classmate."


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    Xiaoya thought for a while then responded, "The cool kind?"


    Xiaoya: "I think it''s fine. Like, there''s nothing that''s unbearable. The language is an obstacle, though. I finally understand why I can''t learn English well. Right now I can''t understand more than half of the local dialect there. But my classmates are all really nice, so when they talk to me they use Mandarin."


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    ?¡ó?


    Those were the two sentences Xiaoya wanted to hear least of all.


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    Xiaoya: "I actually don''t mind if it''s far away."


    Mo Yichen put up with Xiaoya for thirty seconds, and seeing her still latched on like an octopus, unable to stand it any longer, she pushed Xiaoya away and scolded, "Don''t think you acting like this means I''ve forgiven you for disappearing suddenly without a word."


    Xiaoya then said probingly, "Captain and I..."


    Xiaoya''s eyes swirled with tears as a result. "I didn''t know I would either." Xiaoya also had no clue how she should tell Mo Yichen about her situation.


    Mo Yichen: "It sounds better that when you were at Nancheng. So... are there any boys chasing after you at Yunta High?"


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Mo Yichen didn''t ask Xiaoya the reason why she suddenly transferred schools, only passing right by her to head over to Xiaoya''s desk where she rested the cake. "How''s life at the new school?"


    Mo Yichen didn''t ask Xiaoya the reason why she suddenly transferred schools, only passing right by her to head over to Xiaoya''s desk where she rested the cake. "How''s life at the new school?"


    When Mo Yichen arrived at Xiaoya''s, it was Xiaoya''s mother who opened the door to greet her. "You must be Xiaoyu''s friend. Welcome."


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    "Apart from not having you there, it not being in Nancheng, getting in an out of there being inconvenient, it''s not bad," Xiaoya replied.


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    Xiaoya: "Aren''t you two..."


    Those were the two sentences Xiaoya wanted to hear least of all.


    Mo Yichen: "I heard the facilities at Yunta High aren''t that good, is that true?"


    Xiaoya: "Xiang Yi''s mom accepted her?! That''s great!"


    Xiaoya: ?


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Mo Yichen: "Okay. Thank you."


    Xiaoya: "I think it''s fine. Like, there''s nothing that''s unbearable. The language is an obstacle, though. I finally understand why I can''t learn English well. Right now I can''t understand more than half of the local dialect there. But my classmates are all really nice, so when they talk to me they use Mandarin."


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi''s mom is very open-minded. She even told Xiang Yi, ''Even in marriage there can be cheating and even unexpected deaths. There is nothing in this world that is guaranteed. Whichever road someone chooses, there will always be risks. It doesn''t matter if you choose to remain single, to be a childless couple, or find yourself a girlfriend. As long as it was a decision you made for yourself in earnest, I will never object.''"


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    Lu Xiaobei: "But you''re old enough for you to be able to just take the bus by yourself."


    Mo Yichen: "It sounds better that when you were at Nancheng. So... are there any boys chasing after you at Yunta High?"


    Xiaoya said nothing more. She knew Lu Xiaobei wanted to pick her up herself or for them to take the bus together so they can spend more time together.


    "Huh?" Xiaoya gave no answer except for wearing a smile before her face turned red.


    Xiaoya: don''t_want_to_talk.jpg


    "When did you two start dating?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Xiaoya: "Sometimes I think that it be just be better for us to elope."


    Mo Yichen: "I heard the facilities at Yunta High aren''t that good, is that true?"


    To which Mo Yichen gave her own greeting in return, "Hello, Aunty. I''m Mo Yihen. I was a classmate of Xiaoya''s at her old high school."


    "Looks like there is," Mo Yichen whispered.


    The two were both silent. Neither said anything fr a while until Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei had taken a road that was different from the usual one, leading to her pointing out, "You should take the next left, to the flyover other there."


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    Mo Yichen: "Okay. Thank you."


    Xiaoya then added: "Xiang Yi... *sigh*. Back then I was really dumb. Xiang Yi is about to take the college entrance exams, right? I remember her grades were especially unstable, and when they got really bad the difference was almost a hundred points. How are things going now?"


    Xiaoya then replied with a pout, "Yes, there''s a few. But I don;t like any of them."


    Xiaoya''s mother then walked up behind her, her eyes peering at the computer screen. Xiaoya''s hand which was scrolling had stopped as she then asked, "Haven''t you deleted all her contact info already? You also know all the passwords for all my social media accounts, so what are you worried about?"


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Xiaoya''s face reddened. She was a bit hesitant of whether she should tell Mo Yichen. But after lifting her head to look at the other girl''s expression, Xiaoya''s heart leaped. "Do you know something?"


    Xiaoya''s face reddened. She was a bit hesitant of whether she should tell Mo Yichen. But after lifting her head to look at the other girl''s expression, Xiaoya''s heart leaped. "Do you know something?"


    Xiaoya''s eyes swirled with tears as a result. "I didn''t know I would either." Xiaoya also had no clue how she should tell Mo Yichen about her situation.


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    Mo Yichen: "That can''t be the reason. Before we knew each other, Xiang Yi had already come out to her mother as a freshman in junior high. She even took me to stay at her house for few days, and although she never told her mom about us clearly, her mom knew."


    "What do you think?" Mo Yichen nodded.


    Mo Yichen: "Okay. Thank you."


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    Lu Xiaobei: "But you''re old enough for you to be able to just take the bus by yourself."


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    Xiaoya then said probingly, "Captain and I..."


    Xiaoya: "So it''s a good thing, then."


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    She wanted it too. But the situation did not allow for such a thing to be.


    "When did you two start dating?" Mo Yichen asked.


    Xiaoya''s mother then said warmly, "I believe I''ve heard Xiaoya talk about you before. She said you were pretty and got good grades. Anyhow, Xiaoya is in her room, so you can head straight there to find her."


    Mo Yichen put up with Xiaoya for thirty seconds, and seeing her still latched on like an octopus, unable to stand it any longer, she pushed Xiaoya away and scolded, "Don''t think you acting like this means I''ve forgiven you for disappearing suddenly without a word."


    Backing down a bit, Xiaoya instead asked, "Then can I invite a fried from high school over to hang out?"


    Xiaoya saw that Mo Yichen did indeed know, ad did not hide it from her. The weekend before Captain''s college entrance exams."


    "What do you think?" Mo Yichen nodded.


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    Xiaoya avoided answering this question to instead say, "I want to go out tomorrow and meet up with a few classmates."


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    Mo Yichen: "That was sooner than I thought. I figured you two would take another year and a half."


    Xiaoya''s mother had no intention of interfering with Xiaoya''s friendships. "Of course. How many friends are you planning on inviting over? Are they going to be eating here with us? Mom will get something ready for you guys in advance."


    Xiaoya then said excitedly: "It looks like her mom already accepted you!"


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    Xiaoya: "There are a few teachers at my school that my mom asked to look after me. I''m freaked out one of them might see something and go tell my mom."


    Sighing lightly, Mo Yichen then replied, "You know about Xiang Yi''s grades having their ups and downs too. And even though her mother is more tolerant than most in many ways, she prioritizes studying a great deal. She wants Xiang Yi to walk the Art Examination path. She doesn''t care if Xiang Yi enters a professional school, a comprehensive 211 university, or a 985 university. They were all better than her current trajectory."


    "You don''t need to go through all that trouble. Next year, my dad won''t have to go on so many business trips out of town, so he''ll be dropping me to and from school by then.


    Xiaoya: "Winter camp? But... back then there was nothing at all to... How did you guys know? ...why did you want to go there with Xiang Yi? Could it be that you two are also..."


    Xiaoya was completely confused. "When did you notice it?"


    Xiaoya: ?


    Mo Yichen: "During winter camp. Xiang Yi and I both had a inkling."


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    Xiaoya''s mother then said warmly, "I believe I''ve heard Xiaoya talk about you before. She said you were pretty and got good grades. Anyhow, Xiaoya is in her room, so you can head straight there to find her."


    Xiaoya: ?


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then asked, "Is Xiang Yi also the kind of person who''s really good at taking care of others?"


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi''s mom is very open-minded. She even told Xiang Yi, ''Even in marriage there can be cheating and even unexpected deaths. There is nothing in this world that is guaranteed. Whichever road someone chooses, there will always be risks. It doesn''t matter if you choose to remain single, to be a childless couple, or find yourself a girlfriend. As long as it was a decision you made for yourself in earnest, I will never object.''"


    Xiaoya: "Winter camp? But... back then there was nothing at all to... How did you guys know? ...why did you want to go there with Xiang Yi? Could it be that you two are also..."


    Seeing this, her mother then asked carefully, "You''re not still in contact with her now, are you?"


    "You guys aren''t the only ones in a long distance relationship." Mo Yichen then continued, "Xiang Yi is only a student in name only at school. She doesn''t show up to classes, and went to Shanghai."


    ''Mom loves you. Mom is only doing this for your own good.''


    Xiaoya said nothing more. She knew Lu Xiaobei wanted to pick her up herself or for them to take the bus together so they can spend more time together.


    Backing down a bit, Xiaoya instead asked, "Then can I invite a fried from high school over to hang out?"


    Mo Yichen looked at Xiaoya encouragingly, seeming to validate her guess. "I actually wasn''t all that surprised you and Captain got together. Captain has the exceptional potential to bend girls, even without having to drop any hints. As long as she and the girl spend enough time together, the girl will naturally start to like her. Do you know what kind of girls are the most popular amongst lesbians?"


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Xiaoya then added: "Xiang Yi... *sigh*. Back then I was really dumb. Xiang Yi is about to take the college entrance exams, right? I remember her grades were especially unstable, and when they got really bad the difference was almost a hundred points. How are things going now?"


    But without missing a beat her mother replied, "The highest priority for high school students should be their studies. If there''s any free time it should be spent studying more."


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    Curious, Xiaoya asked, "Since it''s like this, why would Xiang Yi still go to Shanghai?"


    Xiaoya thought for a while then responded, "The cool kind?"


    Xiaoya then said excitedly: "It looks like her mom already accepted you!"


    Xiaoya then added: "Xiang Yi... *sigh*. Back then I was really dumb. Xiang Yi is about to take the college entrance exams, right? I remember her grades were especially unstable, and when they got really bad the difference was almost a hundred points. How are things going now?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m not. I was just wondering whether I should buy another car to come pick you up with."


    ?¡ó?


    "Um... Back when we were at winter camp, when we all had out first nightly chat... Apart from myself, you three were all lesbians. I was the one in the minority yet I said i wanted to chase you guys out. Oh my god! You guys must''ve laughed your behinds off, didn''t you?"


    "Apart from not having you there, it not being in Nancheng, getting in an out of there being inconvenient, it''s not bad," Xiaoya replied.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then asked, "Is Xiang Yi also the kind of person who''s really good at taking care of others?"


    "When did you two start dating?" Mo Yichen asked.


    But without missing a beat her mother replied, "The highest priority for high school students should be their studies. If there''s any free time it should be spent studying more."


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Xiaoya was completely confused. "When did you notice it?"


    Mo Yichen nodded and Xiaoya understood. Xiaoya then suddenly grabbed her own hair while mouthing an "Aaaaaahhhh!" Seeing this, Mo Yichen asked, "What''s wrong?"


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    "Um... Back when we were at winter camp, when we all had out first nightly chat... Apart from myself, you three were all lesbians. I was the one in the minority yet I said i wanted to chase you guys out. Oh my god! You guys must''ve laughed your behinds off, didn''t you?"


    Xiaoya: "Winter camp? But... back then there was nothing at all to... How did you guys know? ...why did you want to go there with Xiang Yi? Could it be that you two are also..."


    Seeing this, her mother then asked carefully, "You''re not still in contact with her now, are you?"


    Mo Yichen: "During winter camp. Xiang Yi and I both had a inkling."


    Mo Yichen: "Kind of. Only Xiang Yi who got a good kick out of it. When we got back to our room that night she was laughing so much she couldn''t sit up straight."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t need to. It''s only one friend. We originally planned on going out to buy cake, but she''ll just buy it and bring it over."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Xiaoya avoided answering this question to instead say, "I want to go out tomorrow and meet up with a few classmates."


    Xiaoya then added: "Xiang Yi... *sigh*. Back then I was really dumb. Xiang Yi is about to take the college entrance exams, right? I remember her grades were especially unstable, and when they got really bad the difference was almost a hundred points. How are things going now?"


    Xiaoya then replied with a pout, "Yes, there''s a few. But I don;t like any of them."


    The two were both silent. Neither said anything fr a while until Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei had taken a road that was different from the usual one, leading to her pointing out, "You should take the next left, to the flyover other there."


    Mo Yichen''s lips curled upwards slightly at Xiaoya''s exclamation, but the smile held there never reached her eyes.


    "I have no idea," Mo Yichen replied.


    Those were the two sentences Xiaoya wanted to hear least of all.


    Xiaoya: "Aren''t you two..."


    Xiaoya: "Aren''t you two..."


    Mo Yichen nodded and Xiaoya understood. Xiaoya then suddenly grabbed her own hair while mouthing an "Aaaaaahhhh!" Seeing this, Mo Yichen asked, "What''s wrong?"


    Mo Yichen: "During winter camp. Xiang Yi and I both had a inkling."


    Xiaoya''s face reddened. She was a bit hesitant of whether she should tell Mo Yichen. But after lifting her head to look at the other girl''s expression, Xiaoya''s heart leaped. "Do you know something?"


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Xiaoya: "Winter camp? But... back then there was nothing at all to... How did you guys know? ...why did you want to go there with Xiang Yi? Could it be that you two are also..."


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    "You guys aren''t the only ones in a long distance relationship." Mo Yichen then continued, "Xiang Yi is only a student in name only at school. She doesn''t show up to classes, and went to Shanghai."


    When Mo Yichen arrived at Xiaoya''s, it was Xiaoya''s mother who opened the door to greet her. "You must be Xiaoyu''s friend. Welcome."


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    Heart to Heart


    Mo Yichen: "That can''t be the reason. Before we knew each other, Xiang Yi had already come out to her mother as a freshman in junior high. She even took me to stay at her house for few days, and although she never told her mom about us clearly, her mom knew."


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    "You guys aren''t the only ones in a long distance relationship." Mo Yichen then continued, "Xiang Yi is only a student in name only at school. She doesn''t show up to classes, and went to Shanghai."


    "Xiang Yi seems like... it''s probably just my intuition, but even on the one time we talk to each other a week, she seems absent-minded..." Mo Yichen hesitated before continuing, "You have a lot to worry about for yourself right now, so I couldn''t bring myself to tell you. Maybe it will all work out after we get to university."


    Xiaoya then thought of a reason she herself got transferred and asked, "Is Xiang Yi out?"


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    Seeing this, her mother then asked carefully, "You''re not still in contact with her now, are you?"


    "Huh?" Xiaoya gave no answer except for wearing a smile before her face turned red.


    Mo Yichen: "During winter camp. Xiang Yi and I both had a inkling."


    To which Mo Yichen gave her own greeting in return, "Hello, Aunty. I''m Mo Yihen. I was a classmate of Xiaoya''s at her old high school."


    Mo Yichen: "That can''t be the reason. Before we knew each other, Xiang Yi had already come out to her mother as a freshman in junior high. She even took me to stay at her house for few days, and although she never told her mom about us clearly, her mom knew."


    "I''ve only been driving for under a year." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry since the distance using this underpass won''t be too far out the way, but there''s traffic lights."


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Xiaoya: "Xiang Yi''s mom accepted her?! That''s great!"


    ?¡ó?


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi''s mom is very open-minded. She even told Xiang Yi, ''Even in marriage there can be cheating and even unexpected deaths. There is nothing in this world that is guaranteed. Whichever road someone chooses, there will always be risks. It doesn''t matter if you choose to remain single, to be a childless couple, or find yourself a girlfriend. As long as it was a decision you made for yourself in earnest, I will never object.''"


    "That''s good, then. You should play on the computer a bit and relax, okay?" Xiaoya looked on as her mother left the study, a long sigh then leaving her. How did the mother-daughter pair get to such a point.


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    After pausing for a moment, Xiaoya added, "Don''t be mad, okay? I''m sorry. I didn''t handle my family matters well, but my mom just recently relaxed her hold on me a little and I don''t want her to kick up a fuss again."


    Mo Yichen: "I heard the facilities at Yunta High aren''t that good, is that true?"


    Xiaoya said nothing more. She knew Lu Xiaobei wanted to pick her up herself or for them to take the bus together so they can spend more time together.


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    Mo Yichen didn''t ask Xiaoya the reason why she suddenly transferred schools, only passing right by her to head over to Xiaoya''s desk where she rested the cake. "How''s life at the new school?"


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    Lu XIaobei: "Huh?"


    Mo Yichen then continued: "Xiang Yi''s mom also asked about my situation at home. She told me, if luck was on my and Xiang Yi''s side, and we still ate together like we did in a few years, she would recognise me as a goddaughter."


    Mo Yichen put up with Xiaoya for thirty seconds, and seeing her still latched on like an octopus, unable to stand it any longer, she pushed Xiaoya away and scolded, "Don''t think you acting like this means I''ve forgiven you for disappearing suddenly without a word."


    Xiaoya then said excitedly: "It looks like her mom already accepted you!"


    But in response, her mother stammered out, "I''m just looking out for you."


    Xiaoya then said probingly, "Captain and I..."


    The two were both silent. Neither said anything fr a while until Xiaoya noticed Lu Xiaobei had taken a road that was different from the usual one, leading to her pointing out, "You should take the next left, to the flyover other there."


    Mo Yichen''s lips curled upwards slightly at Xiaoya''s exclamation, but the smile held there never reached her eyes.


    "Yichen! I missed you so much." Seeing Mo Yichen enter, Xiaoya hopped off her chair and gave the other girl a bear hug. "You''re still sweet, soft, and pretty."


    Xiaoya: "I think it''s fine. Like, there''s nothing that''s unbearable. The language is an obstacle, though. I finally understand why I can''t learn English well. Right now I can''t understand more than half of the local dialect there. But my classmates are all really nice, so when they talk to me they use Mandarin."


    Mo Yichen: "Yeah. But we don''t get to contact one another much."


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    Mo Yichen didn''t ask Xiaoya the reason why she suddenly transferred schools, only passing right by her to head over to Xiaoya''s desk where she rested the cake. "How''s life at the new school?"


    She wanted it too. But the situation did not allow for such a thing to be.


    Curious, Xiaoya asked, "Since it''s like this, why would Xiang Yi still go to Shanghai?"


    Curious, Xiaoya asked, "Since it''s like this, why would Xiang Yi still go to Shanghai?"


    Backing down a bit, Xiaoya instead asked, "Then can I invite a fried from high school over to hang out?"


    Sighing lightly, Mo Yichen then replied, "You know about Xiang Yi''s grades having their ups and downs too. And even though her mother is more tolerant than most in many ways, she prioritizes studying a great deal. She wants Xiang Yi to walk the Art Examination path. She doesn''t care if Xiang Yi enters a professional school, a comprehensive 211 university, or a 985 university. They were all better than her current trajectory."


    Xiaoya''s jaw fell open. She never imagined there could be such an open-minded parent.


    Tousling Xiaoya''s hair, Lu Xiaobei teased, "So rude."


    Mo Yichen nodded and Xiaoya understood. Xiaoya then suddenly grabbed her own hair while mouthing an "Aaaaaahhhh!" Seeing this, Mo Yichen asked, "What''s wrong?"


    Xiaoya turned around hearing this, her eyes fixing onto her mother''s. "Mom, is your intention to put me under house arrest? I''ve been at Yunta High for the entire semester with only one break every month. Added together, it barely added amount to half a month. I didn''t even go to visit relatives in those two weeks. All I did was stay at home. I didn''t go anywhere. I can''t even watch the news when I''m at Yunta High. I feel as though I lost touch with all of society. I haven''t been in contact with my junior high friends for six months. Some of them even think I''m a missing person."


    Xiaoya: "Sometimes I think that it be just be better for us to elope."


    Xiaoya: "So it''s a good thing, then."


    Mo Yichen nodded and Xiaoya understood. Xiaoya then suddenly grabbed her own hair while mouthing an "Aaaaaahhhh!" Seeing this, Mo Yichen asked, "What''s wrong?"


    Xiaoya: "So it''s a good thing, then."


    Xiaoya: "There are a few teachers at my school that my mom asked to look after me. I''m freaked out one of them might see something and go tell my mom."


    Mo Yichen: "Yeah. But we don''t get to contact one another much."


    Mo Yichen: "During winter camp. Xiang Yi and I both had a inkling."


    But Mo Yichen shook her head. "In my opinion, it''s the ones who are kind and take care of others."


    When Xiaoya got home, her mother was on the balcony hanging blankets. So Xiaoya went straight to the study and turned on the computer.


    Xiaoya: ?


    "So who is it you like, then?" Mo Yichen asked.


    "Xiang Yi seems like... it''s probably just my intuition, but even on the one time we talk to each other a week, she seems absent-minded..." Mo Yichen hesitated before continuing, "You have a lot to worry about for yourself right now, so I couldn''t bring myself to tell you. Maybe it will all work out after we get to university."


    Xiaoya was completely confused. "When did you notice it?"

 CH 38

    The winter of Xiaoya''s second high school year was especially boring and there was not much of a New Year''s atmosphere either.


    This was because Xiaoya''s mother was quite strict at home, and while at school, Xiaoya also had no freedom.


    Cheng Kexin: "That''s so not true. I know for a fact there was someone who confessed to you at the beginning of the semester."


    When Cheng Kexin returned, Xiaoya was still "refusing to submit" but she was already in imminent danger, as two girls laughing mischievously were planning on climbing up to her bed.


    A Twist of Fate


    Noticing it was about time for the lights to go out, the girls of room five-two-oh returned to their beds. The girl with the headphones sat cross-legged on her bed and asked, "Is it Jie Ke-ge from class four?"


    Cheng Kexin pulled off her facial mask and said analytically, "If the entire grade will know, then it means we know who they are, and they''re not in our class. Plus, the possibility of it becoming huge gossip makes it necessary for both parties to have the same level notoriety, indicating that the person in question isn''t just a handsome guy, but a model student. If he said you two should study together, such a subtle approach tells us that he isn''t someone experienced in love. It''s impossible for you to not know them at all, with such an incredibly small scope."


    Xiaoya: "I already replied to him clearly. After I tell you guys, what''s going to happen if it spreads to the entire grade or who knows how far? Don''t interfere with someone''s studies."


    Xiaoya''s cousins got married one after the other, so she now had a lot more nieces and nephews. So starting from her grandparents, there were four generations of her family altogether.


    Cheng Kexin then asked, "Why did you say Liu Xiangyu?"


    When Cheng Kexin returned, Xiaoya was still "refusing to submit" but she was already in imminent danger, as two girls laughing mischievously were planning on climbing up to her bed.


    But this year, Xiaoya''s eldest paternal cousin, who settled in Lin Province, not only did he take along her great aunt and uncle, he also took their grandparents over. A few relatives who stayed in Nancheng weren''t there to meat the elders. Various young family members who started families of their own just celebrated the New Year on their own.


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    "Captain, Happy New Year." Even though they didn''t get to spent the New Year together, they were still in the same city, and were able to enjoy the same view of the brilliant night sky.


    But this year, Xiaoya''s eldest paternal cousin, who settled in Lin Province, not only did he take along her great aunt and uncle, he also took their grandparents over. A few relatives who stayed in Nancheng weren''t there to meat the elders. Various young family members who started families of their own just celebrated the New Year on their own.


    Xiaoya returned to her room as well, lying on her bed, and turning on her phone. Under the brilliant explosions of fireworks and amid crackling of firecrackers, she send Lu Xiaobei her fist greeting of the new year.


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    The headphones girl: "Is it the sports committee member from class six, then? That really hot guy?"


    Xiaoya poked her head out from her bunk. "Weren''t you reading? And you wearing headphones, were you listening to us secretly?" For more than year, Xiaoya hadn''t gotten a haircut, so her originally chest-length hair was despite growing slowly now reached her waist. So when she draped it down like that she looked like SadakoT/N: The long haired ghost girl from The Ring movies .


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    No one can replace Lu Xiaobei, nor was it possible to like anyone as she did Lu Xiaobei. Lu Xiaobei had taught her how to become beautiful, how to love and how to be loved.


    The girl wearing the headphones peeked outside the door then pulled off her headset. "Don''t even try changing the subject! Spill! Who bowed down to the feminine charms of our dorm''s number one beauty?"


    Xiaoya returned to her room as well, lying on her bed, and turning on her phone. Under the brilliant explosions of fireworks and amid crackling of firecrackers, she send Lu Xiaobei her fist greeting of the new year.


    There were a lot of students in Xiaoya''s class who felt that their time at Yunta High was rather difficult, but Xiaoya found it alright. To her, school was not hell. To her, home was also not heaven.


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    "Captain, Happy New Year." Even though they didn''t get to spent the New Year together, they were still in the same city, and were able to enjoy the same view of the brilliant night sky.


    The winter of Xiaoya''s second high school year was especially boring and there was not much of a New Year''s atmosphere either.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Happy New Year, Xiaoya. I love you."


    The room abruptly fell into darkness, the time for lights out had arrived.


    To which Xiaoya replied without a care, "I haven''t the slightest clue why he would be avoiding me." Letting out a yawn, she then continued, "Who cares what he''s thinking anyhow."


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    After the second term of her second high school year began, Xiaoya no longer brought her phone to school just as she promised Mr. Li. Lu Xiaobei had already got Xiaoya''s class schedule, so whenever she was free at noon or night, Lu Xiaobei would call her. Even though their calls would only last for a few minutes, they was incredibly sweet.


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    The didn''t get to contact each other as much as they had the year before, but this time around, their hearts were much closer. Perhaps it would be just as Mo Yichen said about everything turning out alright once they enter university. As those were words Xiaoya, herself, also believes.


    Xiaoya: "I''m seeing someone right now."


    The didn''t get to contact each other as much as they had the year before, but this time around, their hearts were much closer. Perhaps it would be just as Mo Yichen said about everything turning out alright once they enter university. As those were words Xiaoya, herself, also believes.


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    But few knew that what the foundation maintaining this peace was made of, was a taboo subject which must never be mentioned.


    Cheng Kexin laughed, then threw her face mask into the trash bin before heading to the sink to wash her face. The other''s now pointed their guns at Xiaoya and begun their interrogation. "If you confess we will be lenient, but if you resist... we will be severe."


    Putting on a facial mask while on her bed, having watched Xiaoya reluctantly hang up the phone, Cheng Kexin said, "If I didn''t just answer and hand the phone to you, which made me know the person on the other line was a girl, I would''ve sworn you were in love again."


    As a result, the girls of her dorm still know nothing to this day. They have no idea the girl¡ªwho calls Xiaoya so often, and whose voice was a blessing to the ear¡ªwas precisely the "boyfriend" of Xiaoya in question.


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    Putting on a facial mask while on her bed, having watched Xiaoya reluctantly hang up the phone, Cheng Kexin said, "If I didn''t just answer and hand the phone to you, which made me know the person on the other line was a girl, I would''ve sworn you were in love again."


    A Twist of Fate


    Xiaoya: "I''m seeing someone right now."


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    Bottom bunk girl: "No! We ant to hear what gossip you have about Liu Xiangyu right now!"


    Xiaoya: "I''m seeing someone right now."


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    Cheng Kexin: "That''s so not true. I know for a fact there was someone who confessed to you at the beginning of the semester."


    Cheng Kexin: "Quit shaking, stop it already. If you guys keep shaking, you''ll shake down all the dust from the top bunk." Cheng Kexin slept on the bottom bunk of the bed beside Xiaoya''s, so if Xiaoya and the girls on her side made trouble, Cheng Kexin ad the kids on her side will get caught in the fallout.


    Back when she was still an insecure girl, being called "dinosaur"T/n: Slang for ugly women or "ugly girl", Lu Xiaobei was like a beam of light that brightened her heart.


    Sometimes, Xiaoya would be the one to call, and because she would say playful and mushy words, they would guess the other person on the line was this "boyfriend" of Xiaoya''s. And Xiaoya never denied it.


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Xiaoya and the girls playing with her all flushed. "I''m really not going to tell you. But if you guess who..."


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    Sometimes, Xiaoya would be the one to call, and because she would say playful and mushy words, they would guess the other person on the line was this "boyfriend" of Xiaoya''s. And Xiaoya never denied it.


    Cheng Kexin then asked, "Why did you say Liu Xiangyu?"


    The girl on Xiaoya''s bottom bunk: "The guy seems a little shorter, but he should be about the same height as Xiaoya. But my guess is... Liu... Xiangyu."


    To which Xiaoya replied without a care, "I haven''t the slightest clue why he would be avoiding me." Letting out a yawn, she then continued, "Who cares what he''s thinking anyhow."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    Xiaoya returned to her room as well, lying on her bed, and turning on her phone. Under the brilliant explosions of fireworks and amid crackling of firecrackers, she send Lu Xiaobei her fist greeting of the new year.


    As a result, the girls of her dorm still know nothing to this day. They have no idea the girl¡ªwho calls Xiaoya so often, and whose voice was a blessing to the ear¡ªwas precisely the "boyfriend" of Xiaoya in question.


    To which Xiaoya replied without a care, "I haven''t the slightest clue why he would be avoiding me." Letting out a yawn, she then continued, "Who cares what he''s thinking anyhow."


    Sometimes, Xiaoya would be the one to call, and because she would say playful and mushy words, they would guess the other person on the line was this "boyfriend" of Xiaoya''s. And Xiaoya never denied it.


    After the second term of her second high school year began, Xiaoya no longer brought her phone to school just as she promised Mr. Li. Lu Xiaobei had already got Xiaoya''s class schedule, so whenever she was free at noon or night, Lu Xiaobei would call her. Even though their calls would only last for a few minutes, they was incredibly sweet.


    Xiaoya: "You''re being ridiculous. It was completely innocent. He just said my result were good, and asked to meet up after every day to study."


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    The girl wearing the headphones peeked outside the door then pulled off her headset. "Don''t even try changing the subject! Spill! Who bowed down to the feminine charms of our dorm''s number one beauty?"


    The girl at the bottom of Xiaoya''s bunk chimed in, "What happens if we guess?!"


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    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya talking to Cheng Kexin like this had made the other girls who were reading or listening to music suddenly began kicking up a fuss. It was as if they were lying in wait for gossip. "Ohhhhhhh..."


    Back when she was still an insecure girl, being called "dinosaur"T/n: Slang for ugly women or "ugly girl", Lu Xiaobei was like a beam of light that brightened her heart.


    N/A


    No one can replace Lu Xiaobei, nor was it possible to like anyone as she did Lu Xiaobei. Lu Xiaobei had taught her how to become beautiful, how to love and how to be loved.


    The girl in the bunk below Xiaoya picked up her book and tucked it into the hand railing, patting Cheng Kexin. "The logic is sound and it''s perfectly reasonable."


    A Twist of Fate


    But, fortunately, the relationship between Xiaoya and her mother relaxed greatly. Now, her mother took her out. Plus, there wasn;t anyone who didn''t praise them for being a five-good-family. When she took Xiaoya along, Xiaoya became the idealised "other family''s child" to neighbours and relatives alike, stirring up a great deal of envy from others.


    Cheng Kexin: "That''s so not true. I know for a fact there was someone who confessed to you at the beginning of the semester."


    Xiaoya: "There''s no grass in my yard, sorry. Anyhow the lights will be out soon, so are you guys done guessing?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Happy New Year, Xiaoya. I love you."


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    Sometimes, Xiaoya would be the one to call, and because she would say playful and mushy words, they would guess the other person on the line was this "boyfriend" of Xiaoya''s. And Xiaoya never denied it.


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    Xiaoya: "You''re being ridiculous. It was completely innocent. He just said my result were good, and asked to meet up after every day to study."


    Xiaoya: "I''m seeing someone right now."


    With a face full of black lines, Xiaoya replied, "No. I don''t even know him."


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    Xiaoya talking to Cheng Kexin like this had made the other girls who were reading or listening to music suddenly began kicking up a fuss. It was as if they were lying in wait for gossip. "Ohhhhhhh..."


    After turning around on her bed, Xiaoya soon fell asleep.


    Xiaoya: "I''m seeing someone right now."


    "Wow... This is so a case of pure love. This is the kind of love a school should encourage!"


    The girl on Xiaoya''s bottom bunk: "The guy seems a little shorter, but he should be about the same height as Xiaoya. But my guess is... Liu... Xiangyu."


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    ?¡ó?


    Nor did she ever fathom, the reason for such a happening would be related to two people. One being someone she hadn''t known for long: Liu Xiangyu. The other being someone she hadn''t been in contact with for a long time...


    Nor did she ever fathom, the reason for such a happening would be related to two people. One being someone she hadn''t known for long: Liu Xiangyu. The other being someone she hadn''t been in contact with for a long time...


    Xiaoya returned to her room as well, lying on her bed, and turning on her phone. Under the brilliant explosions of fireworks and amid crackling of firecrackers, she send Lu Xiaobei her fist greeting of the new year.


    Noticing it was about time for the lights to go out, the girls of room five-two-oh returned to their beds. The girl with the headphones sat cross-legged on her bed and asked, "Is it Jie Ke-ge from class four?"


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    With a face full of black lines, Xiaoya replied, "No. I don''t even know him."


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    "Captain, Happy New Year." Even though they didn''t get to spent the New Year together, they were still in the same city, and were able to enjoy the same view of the brilliant night sky.


    After wounding each other as badly as they had, they both learned to avoid it, they both learned to turn the page. So despite them not being as close as they were, they were more caring towards the other, more polite.


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    "Wow... This is so a case of pure love. This is the kind of love a school should encourage!"


    The feelings she had were few, only a teaspoon, only enough to hold one person. Whether others like her or not, will also make her feel happy or sad, but none of those would stay in her heart for too long.


    Standing in front on the bottom bunk, they took hold of Xiaoya''s bed, and had a foot on the step ladder as they fought with Xiaoya. As a result of this, the entire bunk bed shook like a sieve.


    But few knew that what the foundation maintaining this peace was made of, was a taboo subject which must never be mentioned.


    Xiaoya poked her head out from her bunk. "Weren''t you reading? And you wearing headphones, were you listening to us secretly?" For more than year, Xiaoya hadn''t gotten a haircut, so her originally chest-length hair was despite growing slowly now reached her waist. So when she draped it down like that she looked like SadakoT/N: The long haired ghost girl from The Ring movies .


    Nor did she ever fathom, the reason for such a happening would be related to two people. One being someone she hadn''t known for long: Liu Xiangyu. The other being someone she hadn''t been in contact with for a long time...


    The girl in the bunk beneath Xiaoya''s put down her book on her the bed and flung Xiaoya''s overhanging hair playfully. "Don''t hang your hair down like this at night, it''s super creepy. And I wasn''t listening to you secretly, I was listening to you openly."


    But few knew that what the foundation maintaining this peace was made of, was a taboo subject which must never be mentioned.


    Xiaoya talking to Cheng Kexin like this had made the other girls who were reading or listening to music suddenly began kicking up a fuss. It was as if they were lying in wait for gossip. "Ohhhhhhh..."


    Xiaoya: "I would never lie to you guys."


    The girl wearing the headphones peeked outside the door then pulled off her headset. "Don''t even try changing the subject! Spill! Who bowed down to the feminine charms of our dorm''s number one beauty?"


    Xiaoya: "..."


    The girl in the bunk below Xiaoya picked up her book and tucked it into the hand railing, patting Cheng Kexin. "The logic is sound and it''s perfectly reasonable."


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Standing in front on the bottom bunk, they took hold of Xiaoya''s bed, and had a foot on the step ladder as they fought with Xiaoya. As a result of this, the entire bunk bed shook like a sieve.


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    The bottom bunk girl: "Why do you ask? Liu Xiangyu hasn''t confessed to Xiaoya even now, which to me seems strange. Am I the only one who thinks so? Ever since Xiaoya came here, he''s been staring at her, has he not?"


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Xiaoya: "I already replied to him clearly. After I tell you guys, what''s going to happen if it spreads to the entire grade or who knows how far? Don''t interfere with someone''s studies."


    But, fortunately, the relationship between Xiaoya and her mother relaxed greatly. Now, her mother took her out. Plus, there wasn;t anyone who didn''t praise them for being a five-good-family. When she took Xiaoya along, Xiaoya became the idealised "other family''s child" to neighbours and relatives alike, stirring up a great deal of envy from others.


    Cheng Kexin pulled off her facial mask and said analytically, "If the entire grade will know, then it means we know who they are, and they''re not in our class. Plus, the possibility of it becoming huge gossip makes it necessary for both parties to have the same level notoriety, indicating that the person in question isn''t just a handsome guy, but a model student. If he said you two should study together, such a subtle approach tells us that he isn''t someone experienced in love. It''s impossible for you to not know them at all, with such an incredibly small scope."


    Xiaoya''s cousins got married one after the other, so she now had a lot more nieces and nephews. So starting from her grandparents, there were four generations of her family altogether.


    The girl in the bunk below Xiaoya picked up her book and tucked it into the hand railing, patting Cheng Kexin. "The logic is sound and it''s perfectly reasonable."


    Back when she was still an insecure girl, being called "dinosaur"T/n: Slang for ugly women or "ugly girl", Lu Xiaobei was like a beam of light that brightened her heart.


    The feelings she had were few, only a teaspoon, only enough to hold one person. Whether others like her or not, will also make her feel happy or sad, but none of those would stay in her heart for too long.


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    Xiaoya and the girls playing with her all flushed. "I''m really not going to tell you. But if you guess who..."


    While counting down the time until lights out, Xiaoya replied, "It''s not a day-student."


    To which Xiaoya replied without a care, "I haven''t the slightest clue why he would be avoiding me." Letting out a yawn, she then continued, "Who cares what he''s thinking anyhow."


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    Cheng Kexin laughed, then threw her face mask into the trash bin before heading to the sink to wash her face. The other''s now pointed their guns at Xiaoya and begun their interrogation. "If you confess we will be lenient, but if you resist... we will be severe."


    Noticing it was about time for the lights to go out, the girls of room five-two-oh returned to their beds. The girl with the headphones sat cross-legged on her bed and asked, "Is it Jie Ke-ge from class four?"


    When Cheng Kexin returned, Xiaoya was still "refusing to submit" but she was already in imminent danger, as two girls laughing mischievously were planning on climbing up to her bed.


    Cheng Kexin pulled off her facial mask and said analytically, "If the entire grade will know, then it means we know who they are, and they''re not in our class. Plus, the possibility of it becoming huge gossip makes it necessary for both parties to have the same level notoriety, indicating that the person in question isn''t just a handsome guy, but a model student. If he said you two should study together, such a subtle approach tells us that he isn''t someone experienced in love. It''s impossible for you to not know them at all, with such an incredibly small scope."


    While counting down the time until lights out, Xiaoya replied, "It''s not a day-student."


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    Standing in front on the bottom bunk, they took hold of Xiaoya''s bed, and had a foot on the step ladder as they fought with Xiaoya. As a result of this, the entire bunk bed shook like a sieve.


    The bottom bunk girl: "Why do you ask? Liu Xiangyu hasn''t confessed to Xiaoya even now, which to me seems strange. Am I the only one who thinks so? Ever since Xiaoya came here, he''s been staring at her, has he not?"


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Cheng Kexin pulled off her facial mask and said analytically, "If the entire grade will know, then it means we know who they are, and they''re not in our class. Plus, the possibility of it becoming huge gossip makes it necessary for both parties to have the same level notoriety, indicating that the person in question isn''t just a handsome guy, but a model student. If he said you two should study together, such a subtle approach tells us that he isn''t someone experienced in love. It''s impossible for you to not know them at all, with such an incredibly small scope."


    Cheng Kexin then asked, "Why did you say Liu Xiangyu?"


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Xiaoya once believed this stalemate between them would last for a long time. But, contrary to her expectations, the turning point of it all would arrive so quickly.


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    Cheng Kexin: "Quit shaking, stop it already. If you guys keep shaking, you''ll shake down all the dust from the top bunk." Cheng Kexin slept on the bottom bunk of the bed beside Xiaoya''s, so if Xiaoya and the girls on her side made trouble, Cheng Kexin ad the kids on her side will get caught in the fallout.


    Xiaoya: "I already replied to him clearly. After I tell you guys, what''s going to happen if it spreads to the entire grade or who knows how far? Don''t interfere with someone''s studies."


    Xiaoya once believed this stalemate between them would last for a long time. But, contrary to her expectations, the turning point of it all would arrive so quickly.


    The headphones girl: "Is it the sports committee member from class six, then? That really hot guy?"


    Cheng Kexin suddenly asked, "Why would he be avoiding you?"


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    Xiaoya and the girls playing with her all flushed. "I''m really not going to tell you. But if you guess who..."


    "Wow... This is so a case of pure love. This is the kind of love a school should encourage!"


    The headphones girl: "But he once came to find Cheng Kexin to find out your name. Right, Cheng Kexin? But he was too short, a few centimetres shorter than you it seems. Even though his family has a lot of money, looks are important too."


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    The girl at the bottom of Xiaoya''s bunk chimed in, "What happens if we guess?!"


    The girl in the bunk beneath Xiaoya''s put down her book on her the bed and flung Xiaoya''s overhanging hair playfully. "Don''t hang your hair down like this at night, it''s super creepy. And I wasn''t listening to you secretly, I was listening to you openly."


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    Xiaoya: "I would never lie to you guys."


    Cheng Kexin suddenly asked, "Why would he be avoiding you?"


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    Standing in front on the bottom bunk, they took hold of Xiaoya''s bed, and had a foot on the step ladder as they fought with Xiaoya. As a result of this, the entire bunk bed shook like a sieve.


    Standing in front on the bottom bunk, they took hold of Xiaoya''s bed, and had a foot on the step ladder as they fought with Xiaoya. As a result of this, the entire bunk bed shook like a sieve.


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    Noticing it was about time for the lights to go out, the girls of room five-two-oh returned to their beds. The girl with the headphones sat cross-legged on her bed and asked, "Is it Jie Ke-ge from class four?"


    While counting down the time until lights out, Xiaoya replied, "It''s not a day-student."


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    The headphones girl: "Is it the sports committee member from class six, then? That really hot guy?"


    Putting on a facial mask while on her bed, having watched Xiaoya reluctantly hang up the phone, Cheng Kexin said, "If I didn''t just answer and hand the phone to you, which made me know the person on the other line was a girl, I would''ve sworn you were in love again."


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Xiaoya: "You''re being ridiculous. It was completely innocent. He just said my result were good, and asked to meet up after every day to study."


    The girl wearing the headphones peeked outside the door then pulled off her headset. "Don''t even try changing the subject! Spill! Who bowed down to the feminine charms of our dorm''s number one beauty?"


    Putting on a facial mask while on her bed, having watched Xiaoya reluctantly hang up the phone, Cheng Kexin said, "If I didn''t just answer and hand the phone to you, which made me know the person on the other line was a girl, I would''ve sworn you were in love again."


    Cheng Kexin: "That''s so not true. I know for a fact there was someone who confessed to you at the beginning of the semester."


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    The headphones girl: "The son of that top 50 boss is in class six too, right? The one who hangs out with the hot guy?"


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    ?¡ó?


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "There''s no grass in my yard, sorry. Anyhow the lights will be out soon, so are you guys done guessing?"


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    The didn''t get to contact each other as much as they had the year before, but this time around, their hearts were much closer. Perhaps it would be just as Mo Yichen said about everything turning out alright once they enter university. As those were words Xiaoya, herself, also believes.


    With a face full of black lines, Xiaoya replied, "No. I don''t even know him."


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    After the second term of her second high school year began, Xiaoya no longer brought her phone to school just as she promised Mr. Li. Lu Xiaobei had already got Xiaoya''s class schedule, so whenever she was free at noon or night, Lu Xiaobei would call her. Even though their calls would only last for a few minutes, they was incredibly sweet.


    Sometimes, Xiaoya would be the one to call, and because she would say playful and mushy words, they would guess the other person on the line was this "boyfriend" of Xiaoya''s. And Xiaoya never denied it.


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    The headphones girl: "But he once came to find Cheng Kexin to find out your name. Right, Cheng Kexin? But he was too short, a few centimetres shorter than you it seems. Even though his family has a lot of money, looks are important too."


    "Captain, Happy New Year." Even though they didn''t get to spent the New Year together, they were still in the same city, and were able to enjoy the same view of the brilliant night sky.


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    Cheng Kexin then asked, "Why did you say Liu Xiangyu?"


    Xiaoya didn''t know what she should say. It wasn''t that the thought of telling her business to the girl''s of room five-two-oh had never crossed her mind. She believed that the generation born after the information boom of the nineties would rarely hold old stubborn views. But she could be assured at their penchant for gossip. She had no intention of making any mistakes again that would allow her mother to take hold and exploit it as a weakness.


    While counting down the time until lights out, Xiaoya replied, "It''s not a day-student."


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    This was because Xiaoya''s mother was quite strict at home, and while at school, Xiaoya also had no freedom.


    The girl on Xiaoya''s bottom bunk: "The guy seems a little shorter, but he should be about the same height as Xiaoya. But my guess is... Liu... Xiangyu."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Happy New Year, Xiaoya. I love you."


    The headphones girl: "The son of that top 50 boss is in class six too, right? The one who hangs out with the hot guy?"


    Noticing it was about time for the lights to go out, the girls of room five-two-oh returned to their beds. The girl with the headphones sat cross-legged on her bed and asked, "Is it Jie Ke-ge from class four?"


    Cheng Kexin: "That''s so not true. I know for a fact there was someone who confessed to you at the beginning of the semester."


    Xiaoya once believed this stalemate between them would last for a long time. But, contrary to her expectations, the turning point of it all would arrive so quickly.


    Nor did she ever fathom, the reason for such a happening would be related to two people. One being someone she hadn''t known for long: Liu Xiangyu. The other being someone she hadn''t been in contact with for a long time...


    Xiaoya: "There''s no grass in my yard, sorry. Anyhow the lights will be out soon, so are you guys done guessing?"


    While counting down the time until lights out, Xiaoya replied, "It''s not a day-student."


    ?¡ó?


    Cheng Kexin then asked, "Why did you say Liu Xiangyu?"


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya''s cousins got married one after the other, so she now had a lot more nieces and nephews. So starting from her grandparents, there were four generations of her family altogether.


    ÎåºÃ¼ÒÍ¥: five-good-family (good here can be thought of as "ideal"). Anyhow, to earn this title the following five criteria must be met. [](1) Loving your country, abiding by the law; earnestly keeping the best interest of the community at heart. [](2) Study well to advance; dedicate yourself to your work wholeheartedly. [](3)Men and women are equal; respect the old and cherish the young.[](4)Break away from old customs; have less kids for a better upbringing.[](5)Harmony between a husband and wife; unity amongst thy neighbours.


    Xiaoya poked her head out from her bunk. "Weren''t you reading? And you wearing headphones, were you listening to us secretly?" For more than year, Xiaoya hadn''t gotten a haircut, so her originally chest-length hair was despite growing slowly now reached her waist. So when she draped it down like that she looked like SadakoT/N: The long haired ghost girl from The Ring movies .


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    Xiaoya: "Nope."


    The bottom bunk girl: "Why do you ask? Liu Xiangyu hasn''t confessed to Xiaoya even now, which to me seems strange. Am I the only one who thinks so? Ever since Xiaoya came here, he''s been staring at her, has he not?"


    Xiaoya: "I would never lie to you guys."


    Headphones girl: "My hand''s up! I think so too! That playboy Liu Xiangyu hasn''t had any rumours about his love life floating around for half a year. Xiaoya, it really seems as though you have timed that wild horse."


    The didn''t get to contact each other as much as they had the year before, but this time around, their hearts were much closer. Perhaps it would be just as Mo Yichen said about everything turning out alright once they enter university. As those were words Xiaoya, herself, also believes.


    Xiaoya: "I would never lie to you guys."


    After turning around on her bed, Xiaoya soon fell asleep.


    Xiaoya: "There''s no grass in my yard, sorry. Anyhow the lights will be out soon, so are you guys done guessing?"


    Cheng Kexin laughed, then threw her face mask into the trash bin before heading to the sink to wash her face. The other''s now pointed their guns at Xiaoya and begun their interrogation. "If you confess we will be lenient, but if you resist... we will be severe."


    Cheng Kexin pulled off her facial mask and said analytically, "If the entire grade will know, then it means we know who they are, and they''re not in our class. Plus, the possibility of it becoming huge gossip makes it necessary for both parties to have the same level notoriety, indicating that the person in question isn''t just a handsome guy, but a model student. If he said you two should study together, such a subtle approach tells us that he isn''t someone experienced in love. It''s impossible for you to not know them at all, with such an incredibly small scope."


    Xiaoya and the girls playing with her all flushed. "I''m really not going to tell you. But if you guess who..."


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    The headphones girl: "But he once came to find Cheng Kexin to find out your name. Right, Cheng Kexin? But he was too short, a few centimetres shorter than you it seems. Even though his family has a lot of money, looks are important too."


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    After turning around on her bed, Xiaoya soon fell asleep.


    Bottom bunk girl: "No! We ant to hear what gossip you have about Liu Xiangyu right now!"


    The girl on Xiaoya''s bottom bunk: "The guy seems a little shorter, but he should be about the same height as Xiaoya. But my guess is... Liu... Xiangyu."


    No one can replace Lu Xiaobei, nor was it possible to like anyone as she did Lu Xiaobei. Lu Xiaobei had taught her how to become beautiful, how to love and how to be loved.


    Xiaoya: "You''re being ridiculous. It was completely innocent. He just said my result were good, and asked to meet up after every day to study."


    The room abruptly fell into darkness, the time for lights out had arrived.


    Xiaoya once believed this stalemate between them would last for a long time. But, contrary to her expectations, the turning point of it all would arrive so quickly.


    The girl in the bunk beneath Xiaoya''s put down her book on her the bed and flung Xiaoya''s overhanging hair playfully. "Don''t hang your hair down like this at night, it''s super creepy. And I wasn''t listening to you secretly, I was listening to you openly."


    "Ooouuuuuuuu."


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    Bottom bunk girl: "No! We ant to hear what gossip you have about Liu Xiangyu right now!"


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    "That long-distance boyfriend of yours?" Cheng Kexin then continued, "You don''t talk about him, plus, you''re the one who calls him every time. I''ve never seen him call you himself."


    ?¡ó?


    The headphones girl: "The son of that top 50 boss is in class six too, right? The one who hangs out with the hot guy?"


    Cheng Kexin suddenly asked, "Why would he be avoiding you?"


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    "Captain, Happy New Year." Even though they didn''t get to spent the New Year together, they were still in the same city, and were able to enjoy the same view of the brilliant night sky.


    But few knew that what the foundation maintaining this peace was made of, was a taboo subject which must never be mentioned.


    Xiaoya: "Then you''re just setting yourself up for disappointment. I have no gossip about me and him. Ever since Xiao Xinxin (Cheng Kexin) started eating together, I had no reason for Liu Xiangyu to deliver the food any more. And after he helped me charge my phone, we haven''t crossed paths. I think he might actually be avoiding me."


    Xiaoya talking to Cheng Kexin like this had made the other girls who were reading or listening to music suddenly began kicking up a fuss. It was as if they were lying in wait for gossip. "Ohhhhhhh..."


    To which Xiaoya replied without a care, "I haven''t the slightest clue why he would be avoiding me." Letting out a yawn, she then continued, "Who cares what he''s thinking anyhow."


    Cheng Kexin: "Quit shaking, stop it already. If you guys keep shaking, you''ll shake down all the dust from the top bunk." Cheng Kexin slept on the bottom bunk of the bed beside Xiaoya''s, so if Xiaoya and the girls on her side made trouble, Cheng Kexin ad the kids on her side will get caught in the fallout.


    Xiaoya: "I would never lie to you guys."


    This was because Xiaoya''s mother was quite strict at home, and while at school, Xiaoya also had no freedom.


    A Twist of Fate


    Xiaoya: "There''s no grass in my yard, sorry. Anyhow the lights will be out soon, so are you guys done guessing?"


    The room abruptly fell into darkness, the time for lights out had arrived.


    ÎåºÃ¼ÒÍ¥: five-good-family (good here can be thought of as "ideal"). Anyhow, to earn this title the following five criteria must be met. [](1) Loving your country, abiding by the law; earnestly keeping the best interest of the community at heart. [](2) Study well to advance; dedicate yourself to your work wholeheartedly. [](3)Men and women are equal; respect the old and cherish the young.[](4)Break away from old customs; have less kids for a better upbringing.[](5)Harmony between a husband and wife; unity amongst thy neighbours.


    ÎåºÃ¼ÒÍ¥: five-good-family (good here can be thought of as "ideal"). Anyhow, to earn this title the following five criteria must be met. [](1) Loving your country, abiding by the law; earnestly keeping the best interest of the community at heart. [](2) Study well to advance; dedicate yourself to your work wholeheartedly. [](3)Men and women are equal; respect the old and cherish the young.[](4)Break away from old customs; have less kids for a better upbringing.[](5)Harmony between a husband and wife; unity amongst thy neighbours.


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    After turning around on her bed, Xiaoya soon fell asleep.


    The headphones girl: "The son of that top 50 boss is in class six too, right? The one who hangs out with the hot guy?"


    The feelings she had were few, only a teaspoon, only enough to hold one person. Whether others like her or not, will also make her feel happy or sad, but none of those would stay in her heart for too long.


    A Twist of Fate


    There were a lot of students in Xiaoya''s class who felt that their time at Yunta High was rather difficult, but Xiaoya found it alright. To her, school was not hell. To her, home was also not heaven.


    No one can replace Lu Xiaobei, nor was it possible to like anyone as she did Lu Xiaobei. Lu Xiaobei had taught her how to become beautiful, how to love and how to be loved.


    There were a lot of students in Xiaoya''s class who felt that their time at Yunta High was rather difficult, but Xiaoya found it alright. To her, school was not hell. To her, home was also not heaven.


    The room abruptly fell into darkness, the time for lights out had arrived.


    Xiaoya: "I already replied to him clearly. After I tell you guys, what''s going to happen if it spreads to the entire grade or who knows how far? Don''t interfere with someone''s studies."


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    "Captain, Happy New Year." Even though they didn''t get to spent the New Year together, they were still in the same city, and were able to enjoy the same view of the brilliant night sky.


    Xiaoya: "I would never lie to you guys."


    This was because Xiaoya''s mother was quite strict at home, and while at school, Xiaoya also had no freedom.


    Xiaoya talking to Cheng Kexin like this had made the other girls who were reading or listening to music suddenly began kicking up a fuss. It was as if they were lying in wait for gossip. "Ohhhhhhh..."


    But, fortunately, the relationship between Xiaoya and her mother relaxed greatly. Now, her mother took her out. Plus, there wasn;t anyone who didn''t praise them for being a five-good-family[1]. When she took Xiaoya along, Xiaoya became the idealised "other family''s child" to neighbours and relatives alike, stirring up a great deal of envy from others.


    After wounding each other as badly as they had, they both learned to avoid it, they both learned to turn the page. So despite them not being as close as they were, they were more caring towards the other, more polite.


    The girl wearing the headphones peeked outside the door then pulled off her headset. "Don''t even try changing the subject! Spill! Who bowed down to the feminine charms of our dorm''s number one beauty?"


    The feelings she had were few, only a teaspoon, only enough to hold one person. Whether others like her or not, will also make her feel happy or sad, but none of those would stay in her heart for too long.


    The didn''t get to contact each other as much as they had the year before, but this time around, their hearts were much closer. Perhaps it would be just as Mo Yichen said about everything turning out alright once they enter university. As those were words Xiaoya, herself, also believes.


    Standing in front on the bottom bunk, they took hold of Xiaoya''s bed, and had a foot on the step ladder as they fought with Xiaoya. As a result of this, the entire bunk bed shook like a sieve.


    Sometimes, Xiaoya would be the one to call, and because she would say playful and mushy words, they would guess the other person on the line was this "boyfriend" of Xiaoya''s. And Xiaoya never denied it.


    Back when she was still an insecure girl, being called "dinosaur"T/n: Slang for ugly women or "ugly girl", Lu Xiaobei was like a beam of light that brightened her heart.


    But few knew that what the foundation maintaining this peace was made of, was a taboo subject which must never be mentioned.


    The headphones girl: "But he once came to find Cheng Kexin to find out your name. Right, Cheng Kexin? But he was too short, a few centimetres shorter than you it seems. Even though his family has a lot of money, looks are important too."


    After wounding each other as badly as they had, they both learned to avoid it, they both learned to turn the page. So despite them not being as close as they were, they were more caring towards the other, more polite.


    ?¡ó?


    Cheng Kexin suddenly asked, "Why would he be avoiding you?"


    The headphones girl: "The son of that top 50 boss is in class six too, right? The one who hangs out with the hot guy?"


    Xiaoya once believed this stalemate between them would last for a long time. But, contrary to her expectations, the turning point of it all would arrive so quickly.


    Xiaoya had finished washing up earlier, so she climbed up to her bunk with the intention of going straight to bed. "No way, she''s the only one who likes me."


    Spending two years now without the bustling large family gathered together had made Xiaoya almost forget how they were. On the night of New Year''s Eve, despite the extravagant meal her mother had prepared, the family of three still felt something was lacking. Her parents had worked hard busying themselves all day, so they had both turned in early.


    Putting on a facial mask while on her bed, having watched Xiaoya reluctantly hang up the phone, Cheng Kexin said, "If I didn''t just answer and hand the phone to you, which made me know the person on the other line was a girl, I would''ve sworn you were in love again."


    Xiaoya''s cousins got married one after the other, so she now had a lot more nieces and nephews. So starting from her grandparents, there were four generations of her family altogether.


    While counting down the time until lights out, Xiaoya replied, "It''s not a day-student."


    Nor did she ever fathom, the reason for such a happening would be related to two people. One being someone she hadn''t known for long: Liu Xiangyu. The other being someone she hadn''t been in contact with for a long time...


    The girl at the bottom of Xiaoya''s bunk chimed in, "What happens if we guess?!"


    Cheng Kexin: "That''s so not true. I know for a fact there was someone who confessed to you at the beginning of the semester."


    "Who? Who? Who is it??!! Who want to ''stu-dy'' ''to-ge-ther''?"


    The girl at the bottom of Xiaoya''s bunk chimed in, "What happens if we guess?!"


    The headphones girl: "Is it the sports committee member from class six, then? That really hot guy?"


    Nor did she ever fathom, the reason for such a happening would be related to two people. One being someone she hadn''t known for long: Liu Xiangyu. The other being someone she hadn''t been in contact with for a long time...


    The girl in the bunk beneath Xiaoya''s put down her book on her the bed and flung Xiaoya''s overhanging hair playfully. "Don''t hang your hair down like this at night, it''s super creepy. And I wasn''t listening to you secretly, I was listening to you openly."

 CH 39

    Near the end of Xiaoya''s second year, an incident that was neither big nor small had occurred. A boy from her class fell sick for a few days, and after being sent to the hospital he was diagnosed with tuberculosis.


    Check Up


    Currently, Xiaoya who listened to Liu Xiangyu''s words replied, "You can only bring them for me every so often, so if I want to make it through this, it would be best to only rely on myself."


    Lin-meimei (Sister Lin | Lin Daiyu) is the daughter of Lin Ruhai, Lin Ruhai is the son-in-law of Jia-mu (Grandmother Jia), who is Lin Daiyu''s and Jia Baoyu''s (Lin Daiyu''s love interest) grandmother. Note that these two were sweethearts and grew up together. And Xue Baochai is also... related to them, and marries Jia Baiyu, who she loved. They are characters from the novel "A Dream of Red Mansions aka Dream of the Red Chamber aka The Story of the Stone" by Cao Xueqin (it''s a classic, there''s also dramas, stage plays, etc. etc.). Multiple English translations have been published. Full novel ebook | Volume 1 (of five by Penguin publishing). Take a notepad if you do check it out ¨“¨Œ¨“ []^2. Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) and Jia Baoyu felt bad when they saw the scattered petals of a peach blossom scattered over the grown and while Baiyu sent them floating down the lake, Daiyu swept up the fallen petals, placed then into a silk flower bag and buried them, believing that it was the best way for the flowers to maintain their purity. An act which mirrors her fate.


    Xiaoya vaguely heard Cheng Kexin mention in passing that the boy was someone obsessed with League of Legends and would frequently jump the wall at night to go play games. Internet cafe''s were easy and cheap to play in at night, and he during his day classes her would make up for the lost sleep. It was assumed he had contracted it at that place.


    Only then did Xiaoya realise something was wrong. Could it have been that her asking him to bring her stuff before had led to him avoiding her?


    Xiaoya even mentioned the matter to Lu Xiaobei, who replied with the lesson: "If you can do it yourself, why not do it yourself?"


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Xiaoya was a little nervous.


    Pouting, Xiaoya said, "There''s always time to study, but you won''t be there. I''m not saying you''ll cheat, but I know the distance between us is just going to grow bigger and bigger, the topics we have in common will become more scarce, and that can never be a good thing. I want us to stand side by side, together."


    Xiaoya: "You don''t understand the hardships of a boarding student."


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.


    For the next two months, Yunta High strictly targeted the nearby internet cafes. At irregular intervals, male teachers were asked to go out and capture any students they found. The owners of the internet cafes were also furious at this circumstance but didn''t dare voice it. After all, many high school students were still minors, and only because the town had no one monitoring them did they dare allow the kids to enter their cafes.


    Xiaoya: "How can I stay with you?"


    For the next two months, Yunta High strictly targeted the nearby internet cafes. At irregular intervals, male teachers were asked to go out and capture any students they found. The owners of the internet cafes were also furious at this circumstance but didn''t dare voice it. After all, many high school students were still minors, and only because the town had no one monitoring them did they dare allow the kids to enter their cafes.


    But, afterwards, she heard that he never liked bring things for others previously. She also heard that day-students had a harder time than the students boarding at the school. When she got closer to the girls in her room, they all went to eat together, and since her phone was also confiscated, she had no need to again bother Liu Xiangyu.


    Xiaoya stared directly at Liu Xiangyu, her eyes shining, as if they were able to see a person right through.


    As the to walked out the hospital, Liu Xiangyu asked, "Because of what happened today, it wouldn''t matter if we''re a bit late for the evening self study session. So do you want to hang out for a bit?"


    Hearing his words, Xiaoya froze.


    The infected boy not only had to take the school year off, but Xiaoya''s entire class also had to take a PPDT/N: A purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test is a test that determines if you have tuberculosis (TB). test to determine if they were infected.


    The infected boy not only had to take the school year off, but Xiaoya''s entire class also had to take a PPDT/N: A purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test is a test that determines if you have tuberculosis (TB). test to determine if they were infected.


    Before Xiaoya and the doctor walked beyond the school gate, Cheng Kexin ran up to Xiaoya from behind and grabbed her, panting. "Xiaoya, wait... wait up. There''s something... I have to say..."


    Two doctors arrived at the school to give Xiaoya as well as her classmates an injection on their arm. Xiaoya didn''t know whether the students from other grades were given examinations, but she would soon find herself in no position to care about other people''s business. At the injection site on her arm, a small hard bump had appeared. Even though other in her dorm had bumps where they were injected, too, theirs were a lot smaller than hers.


    The two burst out in laughter at the words, ans Xiaoya was easily cheered up by Lu Xiaobei. During her afternoon nap that day, Xiaoya had a dream. She dreamt she really was Sister Lin, and Xue BaochaiShe is Lin Daiyu''s cousin and friend when they stayed at Jia-mu''s. I believe the author swapped Xue Baochai with Jia Baoyu (the male love interest) since this is GL had come over every day to find her and play.


    Xiaoya was a little nervous.


    "Whatever you''re thinking, just tell me. I''ll have you back." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry, alright? If you really can''t attend school, you can just come stay with me."


    Lin-meimei (Sister Lin | Lin Daiyu) is the daughter of Lin Ruhai, Lin Ruhai is the son-in-law of Jia-mu (Grandmother Jia), who is Lin Daiyu''s and Jia Baoyu''s (Lin Daiyu''s love interest) grandmother. Note that these two were sweethearts and grew up together. And Xue Baochai is also... related to them, and marries Jia Baiyu, who she loved. They are characters from the novel "A Dream of Red Mansions aka Dream of the Red Chamber aka The Story of the Stone" by Cao Xueqin (it''s a classic, there''s also dramas, stage plays, etc. etc.). Multiple English translations have been published. Full novel ebook | Volume 1 (of five by Penguin publishing). Take a notepad if you do check it out ¨“¨Œ¨“ []^2. Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) and Jia Baoyu felt bad when they saw the scattered petals of a peach blossom scattered over the grown and while Baiyu sent them floating down the lake, Daiyu swept up the fallen petals, placed then into a silk flower bag and buried them, believing that it was the best way for the flowers to maintain their purity. An act which mirrors her fate.


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    Xiaoya thought it was unnecessary as well, so the doctor let them both go.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Xiaoya: "No of course not... you''re a young Jia-mu. Hahahahaha..."


    Lin-meimei (Sister Lin | Lin Daiyu) is the daughter of Lin Ruhai, Lin Ruhai is the son-in-law of Jia-mu (Grandmother Jia), who is Lin Daiyu''s and Jia Baoyu''s (Lin Daiyu''s love interest) grandmother. Note that these two were sweethearts and grew up together. And Xue Baochai is also... related to them, and marries Jia Baiyu, who she loved. They are characters from the novel "A Dream of Red Mansions aka Dream of the Red Chamber aka The Story of the Stone" by Cao Xueqin (it''s a classic, there''s also dramas, stage plays, etc. etc.). Multiple English translations have been published. Full novel ebook | Volume 1 (of five by Penguin publishing). Take a notepad if you do check it out ¨“¨Œ¨“ []^2. Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) and Jia Baoyu felt bad when they saw the scattered petals of a peach blossom scattered over the grown and while Baiyu sent them floating down the lake, Daiyu swept up the fallen petals, placed then into a silk flower bag and buried them, believing that it was the best way for the flowers to maintain their purity. An act which mirrors her fate.


    "What am I going to do if I got tuberculosis? If I have to stay at home for ten months there''s no guarantee I''ll be able to find a phone to call you." Xiaoya was on the phone with Lu Xiaobei. "I''m so sad and worried and depressed¡ªand you''re going to be at Nancheng University surrounded by a flock of girls. By then, the tears I couldn''t shed will turn into a thousand."


    Liu Xiangyu probably never anticipated he would''ve asked Xiaoya so directly. So, as a result, he then stammered out, "T-that time w-when you used my phone to go on QQ, you hadn''t logged out. I didn''t do it deliberately, but a few albums from your Qzone photo gallery were always locked, so I... I got really curious.


    Lu Xiaobei waited for Xiaoya''s rant of possibilities to come to an end before bluntly replying, "Right now your main concern should be your studies. You won''t just be a year late for the college entrance exams, there''s also the chance that everything you learned in your second year might be forgotten."


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "You don''t understand the hardships of a boarding student."


    "Thanks," Xiaoya said to him in return before she handed the guard the note then left the school together with Liu Xiangyu.


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    "What am I going to do if I got tuberculosis? If I have to stay at home for ten months there''s no guarantee I''ll be able to find a phone to call you." Xiaoya was on the phone with Lu Xiaobei. "I''m so sad and worried and depressed¡ªand you''re going to be at Nancheng University surrounded by a flock of girls. By then, the tears I couldn''t shed will turn into a thousand."


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    When Liu Xiangyu heard Xiaoya had sighed up, he immediately pulled his name from the table tennis list ans switched to basketball. Xiaoya didn''t think anything of it in the beginning, until Cheng Kexin asked from beside her, "Did you two have a falling out?"


    Pouting, Xiaoya said, "There''s always time to study, but you won''t be there. I''m not saying you''ll cheat, but I know the distance between us is just going to grow bigger and bigger, the topics we have in common will become more scarce, and that can never be a good thing. I want us to stand side by side, together."


    Liu Xiangyu: "Then let''s go to that shop near the school. Their food is delicious."


    As the to walked out the hospital, Liu Xiangyu asked, "Because of what happened today, it wouldn''t matter if we''re a bit late for the evening self study session. So do you want to hang out for a bit?"


    Hearing his words, Xiaoya froze.


    "Whatever you''re thinking, just tell me. I''ll have you back." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry, alright? If you really can''t attend school, you can just come stay with me."


    Liu Xiangyu: "Let me help you hold them." Before waiting for Xiaoya to respond, he took the change from Xiaoya''s hand.


    Liu Xiangyu hurriedly refused, saying, "The town is only this big, and the road doesn''t branch off either. It''s not like we''re six years old or something, so we can get back on our own." He also promising they wouldn''t run all over the place and would quickly make their way back to the school.


    Xiaoya vaguely heard Cheng Kexin mention in passing that the boy was someone obsessed with League of Legends and would frequently jump the wall at night to go play games. Internet cafe''s were easy and cheap to play in at night, and he during his day classes her would make up for the lost sleep. It was assumed he had contracted it at that place.


    "Whatever you''re thinking, just tell me. I''ll have you back." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry, alright? If you really can''t attend school, you can just come stay with me."


    Xiaoya was a little nervous.


    Xiaoya: "How can I stay with you?"


    Xiaoya: "Why don''t you go home in the meantime?"


    Believing Cheng Kexin was worried about her, she hurried told he panting girl, "It''s just a check up, everything will be fine."


    The waiters in the restaurant came and went past them as they served the food, continually streaming back and forth, filling the space around them with noise, while only an awkward silence overtook both Liu Xiangyu and Xiaoya.


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    When transferred Yunta High during her second year, she had asked Liu Xiangyu too bring her breakfast as well as charging her phone.


    Lin-meimei (Sister Lin | Lin Daiyu) is the daughter of Lin Ruhai, Lin Ruhai is the son-in-law of Jia-mu (Grandmother Jia), who is Lin Daiyu''s and Jia Baoyu''s (Lin Daiyu''s love interest) grandmother. Note that these two were sweethearts and grew up together. And Xue Baochai is also... related to them, and marries Jia Baiyu, who she loved. They are characters from the novel "A Dream of Red Mansions aka Dream of the Red Chamber aka The Story of the Stone" by Cao Xueqin (it''s a classic, there''s also dramas, stage plays, etc. etc.). Multiple English translations have been published. Full novel ebook | Volume 1 (of five by Penguin publishing). Take a notepad if you do check it out ¨“¨Œ¨“ []^2. Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) and Jia Baoyu felt bad when they saw the scattered petals of a peach blossom scattered over the grown and while Baiyu sent them floating down the lake, Daiyu swept up the fallen petals, placed then into a silk flower bag and buried them, believing that it was the best way for the flowers to maintain their purity. An act which mirrors her fate.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Am I Jia-mu?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m renting an apartment near Nancheng University. You can be just like Sister Lin[1], and I can nurse you back to health everyday, and you can bury flowersT/N: Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) had health issues. The Burying flowers part is explained in the footnote.[2]. After my classes are over, I can even teach you The Nine Chapters of the Mathematical ArtsT/N: One of the oldest books about Chinese mathematics.. And every time Lin RuhaiSister Lin/Lin Daiyu''s father misses you, he will send a few men to bring you back to stay with him for a few days every monthLin Daiyu lost her mother at a young age and out of concern for his daughter she was sent to live with her maternal grandmother (Jia-mu/Grandmother Jia).."


    Lin-meimei (Sister Lin | Lin Daiyu) is the daughter of Lin Ruhai, Lin Ruhai is the son-in-law of Jia-mu (Grandmother Jia), who is Lin Daiyu''s and Jia Baoyu''s (Lin Daiyu''s love interest) grandmother. Note that these two were sweethearts and grew up together. And Xue Baochai is also... related to them, and marries Jia Baiyu, who she loved. They are characters from the novel "A Dream of Red Mansions aka Dream of the Red Chamber aka The Story of the Stone" by Cao Xueqin (it''s a classic, there''s also dramas, stage plays, etc. etc.). Multiple English translations have been published. Full novel ebook | Volume 1 (of five by Penguin publishing). Take a notepad if you do check it out ¨“¨Œ¨“ []^2. Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) and Jia Baoyu felt bad when they saw the scattered petals of a peach blossom scattered over the grown and while Baiyu sent them floating down the lake, Daiyu swept up the fallen petals, placed then into a silk flower bag and buried them, believing that it was the best way for the flowers to maintain their purity. An act which mirrors her fate.


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    "I never thought our class monitor would act like this." Suddenly, the other student walking quietly behind the doctor spoke out.


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    Liu Xiangyu then blurted out, "Because of her?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Am I Jia-mu?"


    Liu Xiangyu remained silent, then the doctor from the town hospital stood before them and waved. The two were then led into a small room on the first floor by her, then their x-rays were taken one after the other.


    Xiaoya: I''m never discussing something like this with Captain again QAQ


    Xiaoya was a little nervous.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    At the restaurant near the school''s gate, while Xiaoya waited for the crossing the bridge noodles, Liu Xiangyu took out his phone to play with. Seeing Xiaoya sitting across from his absentmindedly, he asked her, "Did you leave your phone back at your dorm?"


    Xiaoya: "No of course not... you''re a young Jia-mu. Hahahahaha..."


    "I thought it was just photos from your life before, and I wanted to know a bit more about you¡ªto have a bit more things to talk to you about... so I looked. In the album, there were pictures of you with another girl, and I didn''t think much of it then." Liu Xiangyu then continued, "But after you went back home on break, and your phone was confiscated, you used a computer to chat with her so the chat was also shared on my phone. I really never meant to..."


    As the to walked out the hospital, Liu Xiangyu asked, "Because of what happened today, it wouldn''t matter if we''re a bit late for the evening self study session. So do you want to hang out for a bit?"


    What''s more, without being sure if it was her being mistaken or not, Xiaoya got the feeling Liu Xiangyu had intended to avoid her. For example, when they had to choose a sports elective back then, Liu Xiangyu had signed up for table tennis, and so did she. But because she signed up for it late, she was the last to fill in the form. The sports committee member for their class had asked Xiaoya if she had learned to play it before, and everyone got to talking.


    Liu Xiangyu: "Let me help you hold them." Before waiting for Xiaoya to respond, he took the change from Xiaoya''s hand.


    When Liu Xiangyu heard Xiaoya had sighed up, he immediately pulled his name from the table tennis list ans switched to basketball. Xiaoya didn''t think anything of it in the beginning, until Cheng Kexin asked from beside her, "Did you two have a falling out?"


    The two burst out in laughter at the words, ans Xiaoya was easily cheered up by Lu Xiaobei. During her afternoon nap that day, Xiaoya had a dream. She dreamt she really was Sister Lin, and Xue BaochaiShe is Lin Daiyu''s cousin and friend when they stayed at Jia-mu''s. I believe the author swapped Xue Baochai with Jia Baoyu (the male love interest) since this is GL had come over every day to find her and play.


    What''s more, without being sure if it was her being mistaken or not, Xiaoya got the feeling Liu Xiangyu had intended to avoid her. For example, when they had to choose a sports elective back then, Liu Xiangyu had signed up for table tennis, and so did she. But because she signed up for it late, she was the last to fill in the form. The sports committee member for their class had asked Xiaoya if she had learned to play it before, and everyone got to talking.


    Later that afternoon, the doctor who came to perform the injections had returned. Taking a ruler, she measured the bumps on the arms of a few students which were obviously swollen. Afterwards, she called out Xiaoya and one other boy from her class to head to the town hospital to get x-rays.


    For the next two months, Yunta High strictly targeted the nearby internet cafes. At irregular intervals, male teachers were asked to go out and capture any students they found. The owners of the internet cafes were also furious at this circumstance but didn''t dare voice it. After all, many high school students were still minors, and only because the town had no one monitoring them did they dare allow the kids to enter their cafes.


    Xiaoya felt a little sick, so when she heard the doctor in the white lab coat say those words, a part of her was somewhat pleased.


    Before, Lu Xiaobei had taught her that if she faced someone who possessed a guilty heart without saying a word, she could exert psychological pressure on them and reap unexpected results.


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    Xiaoya: "There''s no need. If I try something new outside and go back to eating the food in the school cafeteria, I won''t get used to eating the tasteless food hey serve there again. It''s not like I can just come out to buy food everyday."


    The results were good, as both Xiaoya and Liu Xiangyu were alright.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I can''t. If I''m later than you it would be obvious."


    Before Xiaoya and the doctor walked beyond the school gate, Cheng Kexin ran up to Xiaoya from behind and grabbed her, panting. "Xiaoya, wait... wait up. There''s something... I have to say..."


    Currently, Xiaoya who listened to Liu Xiangyu''s words replied, "You can only bring them for me every so often, so if I want to make it through this, it would be best to only rely on myself."


    Believing Cheng Kexin was worried about her, she hurried told he panting girl, "It''s just a check up, everything will be fine."


    "I never thought our class monitor would act like this." Suddenly, the other student walking quietly behind the doctor spoke out.


    Her first reaction upon hearing his words was anger, but only somewhat. The sight of Liu Xiangyu looking like a defeated rooster made a sputter leave her before she burst out in laughter. "It was wrong for you to read out chats, but you knowing about the Captain and me isn''t something to be sorry about. She and I are together, and we''re together openly. I never planned on deliberately hiding that from anyone."


    Xiaoya: "How can I stay with you?"


    Xiaoya thought it was unnecessary as well, so the doctor let them both go.


    Pouting, Xiaoya said, "There''s always time to study, but you won''t be there. I''m not saying you''ll cheat, but I know the distance between us is just going to grow bigger and bigger, the topics we have in common will become more scarce, and that can never be a good thing. I want us to stand side by side, together."


    Cheng Kexin then handed Xiaoya some money, two five dollar bills and four coins. "Can you do me a favour and buy me two bowls of ''crossing the bridge'' (rice) noodles¡ªwith eggs and sausage."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    Xiaoya felt a little sick, so when she heard the doctor in the white lab coat say those words, a part of her was somewhat pleased.


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    The results were good, as both Xiaoya and Liu Xiangyu were alright.


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m renting an apartment near Nancheng University. You can be just like Sister Lin, and I can nurse you back to health everyday, and you can bury flowersT/N: Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) had health issues. The Burying flowers part is explained in the footnote.. After my classes are over, I can even teach you The Nine Chapters of the Mathematical ArtsT/N: One of the oldest books about Chinese mathematics.. And every time Lin RuhaiSister Lin/Lin Daiyu''s father misses you, he will send a few men to bring you back to stay with him for a few days every monthLin Daiyu lost her mother at a young age and out of concern for his daughter she was sent to live with her maternal grandmother (Jia-mu/Grandmother Jia).."


    Currently, Xiaoya who listened to Liu Xiangyu''s words replied, "You can only bring them for me every so often, so if I want to make it through this, it would be best to only rely on myself."


    Xiaoya stared at Cheng Kexin with reproach.


    Two doctors arrived at the school to give Xiaoya as well as her classmates an injection on their arm. Xiaoya didn''t know whether the students from other grades were given examinations, but she would soon find herself in no position to care about other people''s business. At the injection site on her arm, a small hard bump had appeared. Even though other in her dorm had bumps where they were injected, too, theirs were a lot smaller than hers.


    Cheng Kexin: "...I don''t think there''s a chance you''re sick, it''s just a routine examination. So don;t forget, okay? Two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles, with eggs and sausage."


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m renting an apartment near Nancheng University. You can be just like Sister Lin, and I can nurse you back to health everyday, and you can bury flowersT/N: Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) had health issues. The Burying flowers part is explained in the footnote.. After my classes are over, I can even teach you The Nine Chapters of the Mathematical ArtsT/N: One of the oldest books about Chinese mathematics.. And every time Lin RuhaiSister Lin/Lin Daiyu''s father misses you, he will send a few men to bring you back to stay with him for a few days every monthLin Daiyu lost her mother at a young age and out of concern for his daughter she was sent to live with her maternal grandmother (Jia-mu/Grandmother Jia).."


    Hearing his words, Xiaoya froze.


    When transferred Yunta High during her second year, she had asked Liu Xiangyu too bring her breakfast as well as charging her phone.


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    Xiaoya even mentioned the matter to Lu Xiaobei, who replied with the lesson: "If you can do it yourself, why not do it yourself?"


    Cheng Kexin: "...I don''t think there''s a chance you''re sick, it''s just a routine examination. So don;t forget, okay? Two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles, with eggs and sausage."


    "I never thought our class monitor would act like this." Suddenly, the other student walking quietly behind the doctor spoke out.


    "I never thought our class monitor would act like this." Suddenly, the other student walking quietly behind the doctor spoke out.


    When Liu Xiangyu heard Xiaoya had sighed up, he immediately pulled his name from the table tennis list ans switched to basketball. Xiaoya didn''t think anything of it in the beginning, until Cheng Kexin asked from beside her, "Did you two have a falling out?"


    Xiaoya turned around, and as if he was absorbed in thought, Liu Xiangyu stared at the money in Xiaoya''s hands. Coincidentally, the other student with significant swelling on their arm was Liu Xiangyu. They would be going the the town hospital together. As for the class monitor, that was in reference of Cheng Kexin. When she re-ran for the post of class monitor, she had won eighty percent of the votes.


    Pouting, Xiaoya said, "There''s always time to study, but you won''t be there. I''m not saying you''ll cheat, but I know the distance between us is just going to grow bigger and bigger, the topics we have in common will become more scarce, and that can never be a good thing. I want us to stand side by side, together."


    Xiaoya: I''m never discussing something like this with Captain again QAQ


    Xiaoya vaguely heard Cheng Kexin mention in passing that the boy was someone obsessed with League of Legends and would frequently jump the wall at night to go play games. Internet cafe''s were easy and cheap to play in at night, and he during his day classes her would make up for the lost sleep. It was assumed he had contracted it at that place.


    Xiaoya: "You don''t understand the hardships of a boarding student."


    Having yet to return the money to Xiaoya, Liu Xiangyu asked her, "Did you not bring any money for yourself? Don''t you want to eat outside the school later?"


    Before, Lu Xiaobei had taught her that if she faced someone who possessed a guilty heart without saying a word, she could exert psychological pressure on them and reap unexpected results.


    Xiaoya: "I contact them when I go back home. My friends understand too. Besides, everyone''s in high school so they''re all pretty swamped."


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    Near the end of Xiaoya''s second year, an incident that was neither big nor small had occurred. A boy from her class fell sick for a few days, and after being sent to the hospital he was diagnosed with tuberculosis.


    Lu Xiaobei waited for Xiaoya''s rant of possibilities to come to an end before bluntly replying, "Right now your main concern should be your studies. You won''t just be a year late for the college entrance exams, there''s also the chance that everything you learned in your second year might be forgotten."


    "Whatever you''re thinking, just tell me. I''ll have you back." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry, alright? If you really can''t attend school, you can just come stay with me."


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I''m renting an apartment near Nancheng University. You can be just like Sister Lin, and I can nurse you back to health everyday, and you can bury flowersT/N: Sister Lin (Lin Daiyu) had health issues. The Burying flowers part is explained in the footnote.. After my classes are over, I can even teach you The Nine Chapters of the Mathematical ArtsT/N: One of the oldest books about Chinese mathematics.. And every time Lin RuhaiSister Lin/Lin Daiyu''s father misses you, he will send a few men to bring you back to stay with him for a few days every monthLin Daiyu lost her mother at a young age and out of concern for his daughter she was sent to live with her maternal grandmother (Jia-mu/Grandmother Jia).."


    When they arrived at the entrance, Xiaoya handed the guard the note. Liu Xiangyu wore a name badge on his shirt so he didn''t need to show a note, and simply waited beside Xiaoya.


    Lu Xiaobei waited for Xiaoya''s rant of possibilities to come to an end before bluntly replying, "Right now your main concern should be your studies. You won''t just be a year late for the college entrance exams, there''s also the chance that everything you learned in your second year might be forgotten."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Am I Jia-mu?"


    Xiaoya: "I contact them when I go back home. My friends understand too. Besides, everyone''s in high school so they''re all pretty swamped."


    Xiaoya stared at Cheng Kexin with reproach.


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I can just bring it for you."


    "Thanks," Xiaoya said to him in return before she handed the guard the note then left the school together with Liu Xiangyu.


    At the restaurant near the school''s gate, while Xiaoya waited for the crossing the bridge noodles, Liu Xiangyu took out his phone to play with. Seeing Xiaoya sitting across from his absentmindedly, he asked her, "Did you leave your phone back at your dorm?"


    Xiaoya turned around, and as if he was absorbed in thought, Liu Xiangyu stared at the money in Xiaoya''s hands. Coincidentally, the other student with significant swelling on their arm was Liu Xiangyu. They would be going the the town hospital together. As for the class monitor, that was in reference of Cheng Kexin. When she re-ran for the post of class monitor, she had won eighty percent of the votes.


    When they arrived at the entrance, Xiaoya handed the guard the note. Liu Xiangyu wore a name badge on his shirt so he didn''t need to show a note, and simply waited beside Xiaoya.


    Liu Xiangyu: "Let me help you hold them." Before waiting for Xiaoya to respond, he took the change from Xiaoya''s hand.


    When transferred Yunta High during her second year, she had asked Liu Xiangyu too bring her breakfast as well as charging her phone.


    "Thanks," Xiaoya said to him in return before she handed the guard the note then left the school together with Liu Xiangyu.


    The waiters in the restaurant came and went past them as they served the food, continually streaming back and forth, filling the space around them with noise, while only an awkward silence overtook both Liu Xiangyu and Xiaoya.


    Two doctors arrived at the school to give Xiaoya as well as her classmates an injection on their arm. Xiaoya didn''t know whether the students from other grades were given examinations, but she would soon find herself in no position to care about other people''s business. At the injection site on her arm, a small hard bump had appeared. Even though other in her dorm had bumps where they were injected, too, theirs were a lot smaller than hers.


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    Xiaoya: I''m never discussing something like this with Captain again QAQ


    Xiaoya vaguely heard Cheng Kexin mention in passing that the boy was someone obsessed with League of Legends and would frequently jump the wall at night to go play games. Internet cafe''s were easy and cheap to play in at night, and he during his day classes her would make up for the lost sleep. It was assumed he had contracted it at that place.


    Xiaoya even mentioned the matter to Lu Xiaobei, who replied with the lesson: "If you can do it yourself, why not do it yourself?"


    As the to walked out the hospital, Liu Xiangyu asked, "Because of what happened today, it wouldn''t matter if we''re a bit late for the evening self study session. So do you want to hang out for a bit?"


    Having yet to return the money to Xiaoya, Liu Xiangyu asked her, "Did you not bring any money for yourself? Don''t you want to eat outside the school later?"


    When they arrived at the entrance, Xiaoya handed the guard the note. Liu Xiangyu wore a name badge on his shirt so he didn''t need to show a note, and simply waited beside Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya: "There''s no need. If I try something new outside and go back to eating the food in the school cafeteria, I won''t get used to eating the tasteless food hey serve there again. It''s not like I can just come out to buy food everyday."


    Cheng Kexin: "...I don''t think there''s a chance you''re sick, it''s just a routine examination. So don;t forget, okay? Two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles, with eggs and sausage."


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Two doctors arrived at the school to give Xiaoya as well as her classmates an injection on their arm. Xiaoya didn''t know whether the students from other grades were given examinations, but she would soon find herself in no position to care about other people''s business. At the injection site on her arm, a small hard bump had appeared. Even though other in her dorm had bumps where they were injected, too, theirs were a lot smaller than hers.


    Before, Lu Xiaobei had taught her that if she faced someone who possessed a guilty heart without saying a word, she could exert psychological pressure on them and reap unexpected results.


    Cheng Kexin then handed Xiaoya some money, two five dollar bills and four coins. "Can you do me a favour and buy me two bowls of ''crossing the bridge'' (rice) noodles¡ªwith eggs and sausage."


    Liu Xiangyu: "I can just bring it for you."


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.


    Xiaoya stared directly at Liu Xiangyu, her eyes shining, as if they were able to see a person right through.


    The infected boy not only had to take the school year off, but Xiaoya''s entire class also had to take a PPDT/N: A purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test is a test that determines if you have tuberculosis (TB). test to determine if they were infected.


    Hearing his words, Xiaoya froze.


    Later that afternoon, the doctor who came to perform the injections had returned. Taking a ruler, she measured the bumps on the arms of a few students which were obviously swollen. Afterwards, she called out Xiaoya and one other boy from her class to head to the town hospital to get x-rays.


    When transferred Yunta High during her second year, she had asked Liu Xiangyu too bring her breakfast as well as charging her phone.


    Xiaoya was a little nervous.


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Am I Jia-mu?"


    But, afterwards, she heard that he never liked bring things for others previously. She also heard that day-students had a harder time than the students boarding at the school. When she got closer to the girls in her room, they all went to eat together, and since her phone was also confiscated, she had no need to again bother Liu Xiangyu.


    Xiaoya: "You don''t understand the hardships of a boarding student."


    "I thought it was just photos from your life before, and I wanted to know a bit more about you¡ªto have a bit more things to talk to you about... so I looked. In the album, there were pictures of you with another girl, and I didn''t think much of it then." Liu Xiangyu then continued, "But after you went back home on break, and your phone was confiscated, you used a computer to chat with her so the chat was also shared on my phone. I really never meant to..."


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    When they arrived at the entrance, Xiaoya handed the guard the note. Liu Xiangyu wore a name badge on his shirt so he didn''t need to show a note, and simply waited beside Xiaoya.


    Later that afternoon, the doctor who came to perform the injections had returned. Taking a ruler, she measured the bumps on the arms of a few students which were obviously swollen. Afterwards, she called out Xiaoya and one other boy from her class to head to the town hospital to get x-rays.


    What''s more, without being sure if it was her being mistaken or not, Xiaoya got the feeling Liu Xiangyu had intended to avoid her. For example, when they had to choose a sports elective back then, Liu Xiangyu had signed up for table tennis, and so did she. But because she signed up for it late, she was the last to fill in the form. The sports committee member for their class had asked Xiaoya if she had learned to play it before, and everyone got to talking.


    Believing Cheng Kexin was worried about her, she hurried told he panting girl, "It''s just a check up, everything will be fine."


    When Liu Xiangyu heard Xiaoya had sighed up, he immediately pulled his name from the table tennis list ans switched to basketball. Xiaoya didn''t think anything of it in the beginning, until Cheng Kexin asked from beside her, "Did you two have a falling out?"


    The results were good, as both Xiaoya and Liu Xiangyu were alright.


    Near the end of Xiaoya''s second year, an incident that was neither big nor small had occurred. A boy from her class fell sick for a few days, and after being sent to the hospital he was diagnosed with tuberculosis.


    Xiaoya turned around, and as if he was absorbed in thought, Liu Xiangyu stared at the money in Xiaoya''s hands. Coincidentally, the other student with significant swelling on their arm was Liu Xiangyu. They would be going the the town hospital together. As for the class monitor, that was in reference of Cheng Kexin. When she re-ran for the post of class monitor, she had won eighty percent of the votes.


    Only then did Xiaoya realise something was wrong. Could it have been that her asking him to bring her stuff before had led to him avoiding her?


    Xiaoya stared directly at Liu Xiangyu, her eyes shining, as if they were able to see a person right through.


    Xiaoya felt a little sick, so when she heard the doctor in the white lab coat say those words, a part of her was somewhat pleased.


    Two doctors arrived at the school to give Xiaoya as well as her classmates an injection on their arm. Xiaoya didn''t know whether the students from other grades were given examinations, but she would soon find herself in no position to care about other people''s business. At the injection site on her arm, a small hard bump had appeared. Even though other in her dorm had bumps where they were injected, too, theirs were a lot smaller than hers.


    Believing Cheng Kexin was worried about her, she hurried told he panting girl, "It''s just a check up, everything will be fine."


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    Xiaoya even mentioned the matter to Lu Xiaobei, who replied with the lesson: "If you can do it yourself, why not do it yourself?"


    Liu Xiangyu sat frustratedly in his seat, "Even though I didn''t mean toI still found out. I''m really sorry. I know you and she are in a relationship."


    Xiaoya felt a little sick, so when she heard the doctor in the white lab coat say those words, a part of her was somewhat pleased.


    However, the doctor still urged them, "It would be wise to get yourselves x-rayed again in six months time, understood?" She then went on to ask them, "Would you like me to give you guys a lift back to the school?"


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    The infected boy not only had to take the school year off, but Xiaoya''s entire class also had to take a PPDT/N: A purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test is a test that determines if you have tuberculosis (TB). test to determine if they were infected.


    Xiaoya: I''m never discussing something like this with Captain again QAQ


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    Near the end of Xiaoya''s second year, an incident that was neither big nor small had occurred. A boy from her class fell sick for a few days, and after being sent to the hospital he was diagnosed with tuberculosis.


    Liu Xiangyu then blurted out, "Because of her?"


    But, afterwards, she heard that he never liked bring things for others previously. She also heard that day-students had a harder time than the students boarding at the school. When she got closer to the girls in her room, they all went to eat together, and since her phone was also confiscated, she had no need to again bother Liu Xiangyu.


    The waiters in the restaurant came and went past them as they served the food, continually streaming back and forth, filling the space around them with noise, while only an awkward silence overtook both Liu Xiangyu and Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Currently, Xiaoya who listened to Liu Xiangyu''s words replied, "You can only bring them for me every so often, so if I want to make it through this, it would be best to only rely on myself."


    Liu Xiangyu hurriedly refused, saying, "The town is only this big, and the road doesn''t branch off either. It''s not like we''re six years old or something, so we can get back on our own." He also promising they wouldn''t run all over the place and would quickly make their way back to the school.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    For the next two months, Yunta High strictly targeted the nearby internet cafes. At irregular intervals, male teachers were asked to go out and capture any students they found. The owners of the internet cafes were also furious at this circumstance but didn''t dare voice it. After all, many high school students were still minors, and only because the town had no one monitoring them did they dare allow the kids to enter their cafes.


    Check Up


    At the restaurant near the school''s gate, while Xiaoya waited for the crossing the bridge noodles, Liu Xiangyu took out his phone to play with. Seeing Xiaoya sitting across from his absentmindedly, he asked her, "Did you leave your phone back at your dorm?"


    Xiaoya stared directly at Liu Xiangyu, her eyes shining, as if they were able to see a person right through.


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.


    Liu Xiangyu remained silent, then the doctor from the town hospital stood before them and waved. The two were then led into a small room on the first floor by her, then their x-rays were taken one after the other.


    Xiaoya turned around, and as if he was absorbed in thought, Liu Xiangyu stared at the money in Xiaoya''s hands. Coincidentally, the other student with significant swelling on their arm was Liu Xiangyu. They would be going the the town hospital together. As for the class monitor, that was in reference of Cheng Kexin. When she re-ran for the post of class monitor, she had won eighty percent of the votes.


    Xiaoya: "How can I stay with you?"


    Xiaoya stared directly at Liu Xiangyu, her eyes shining, as if they were able to see a person right through.


    The results were good, as both Xiaoya and Liu Xiangyu were alright.


    As the to walked out the hospital, Liu Xiangyu asked, "Because of what happened today, it wouldn''t matter if we''re a bit late for the evening self study session. So do you want to hang out for a bit?"


    However, the doctor still urged them, "It would be wise to get yourselves x-rayed again in six months time, understood?" She then went on to ask them, "Would you like me to give you guys a lift back to the school?"


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    Liu Xiangyu hurriedly refused, saying, "The town is only this big, and the road doesn''t branch off either. It''s not like we''re six years old or something, so we can get back on our own." He also promising they wouldn''t run all over the place and would quickly make their way back to the school.


    "Oh. But I heard you also have a fiend who goes to Nancheng University who calls you quite often." Having received a suspicious glare from Xiaoya, Liu Xiangyu quickly explained, "Cheng Kexin is from this town too, she''s just not a day-student. We''re next door neighbours too, so our families know one another and get together sometimes. Anyhow, I just heard her mention it in passing."


    Liu Xiangyu hurriedly refused, saying, "The town is only this big, and the road doesn''t branch off either. It''s not like we''re six years old or something, so we can get back on our own." He also promising they wouldn''t run all over the place and would quickly make their way back to the school.


    Near the end of Xiaoya''s second year, an incident that was neither big nor small had occurred. A boy from her class fell sick for a few days, and after being sent to the hospital he was diagnosed with tuberculosis.


    Xiaoya: "There''s no need. If I try something new outside and go back to eating the food in the school cafeteria, I won''t get used to eating the tasteless food hey serve there again. It''s not like I can just come out to buy food everyday."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Am I Jia-mu?"


    Check Up


    "What am I going to do if I got tuberculosis? If I have to stay at home for ten months there''s no guarantee I''ll be able to find a phone to call you." Xiaoya was on the phone with Lu Xiaobei. "I''m so sad and worried and depressed¡ªand you''re going to be at Nancheng University surrounded by a flock of girls. By then, the tears I couldn''t shed will turn into a thousand."


    Xiaoya thought it was unnecessary as well, so the doctor let them both go.


    Xiaoya: "I contact them when I go back home. My friends understand too. Besides, everyone''s in high school so they''re all pretty swamped."


    Pouting, Xiaoya said, "There''s always time to study, but you won''t be there. I''m not saying you''ll cheat, but I know the distance between us is just going to grow bigger and bigger, the topics we have in common will become more scarce, and that can never be a good thing. I want us to stand side by side, together."


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    When they arrived at the entrance, Xiaoya handed the guard the note. Liu Xiangyu wore a name badge on his shirt so he didn''t need to show a note, and simply waited beside Xiaoya.


    N/A


    As the to walked out the hospital, Liu Xiangyu asked, "Because of what happened today, it wouldn''t matter if we''re a bit late for the evening self study session. So do you want to hang out for a bit?"


    Xiaoya vaguely heard Cheng Kexin mention in passing that the boy was someone obsessed with League of Legends and would frequently jump the wall at night to go play games. Internet cafe''s were easy and cheap to play in at night, and he during his day classes her would make up for the lost sleep. It was assumed he had contracted it at that place.


    N/A


    Xiaoya: "Why don''t you go home in the meantime?"


    Xiaoya felt a little sick, so when she heard the doctor in the white lab coat say those words, a part of her was somewhat pleased.


    Liu Xiangyu remained silent, then the doctor from the town hospital stood before them and waved. The two were then led into a small room on the first floor by her, then their x-rays were taken one after the other.


    Liu Xiangyu hurriedly refused, saying, "The town is only this big, and the road doesn''t branch off either. It''s not like we''re six years old or something, so we can get back on our own." He also promising they wouldn''t run all over the place and would quickly make their way back to the school.


    However, the doctor still urged them, "It would be wise to get yourselves x-rayed again in six months time, understood?" She then went on to ask them, "Would you like me to give you guys a lift back to the school?"


    Xiaoya: "No thanks. I still have to go buy Cheng Kexin''s dinner. If I''m too late and class starts she won''t be able to eat it."


    The infected boy not only had to take the school year off, but Xiaoya''s entire class also had to take a PPDT/N: A purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test is a test that determines if you have tuberculosis (TB). test to determine if they were infected.


    Xiaoya: "You don''t understand the hardships of a boarding student."


    Xiaoya even mentioned the matter to Lu Xiaobei, who replied with the lesson: "If you can do it yourself, why not do it yourself?"


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    Later that afternoon, the doctor who came to perform the injections had returned. Taking a ruler, she measured the bumps on the arms of a few students which were obviously swollen. Afterwards, she called out Xiaoya and one other boy from her class to head to the town hospital to get x-rays.


    Liu Xiangyu: "Then let''s go to that shop near the school. Their food is delicious."


    "What am I going to do if I got tuberculosis? If I have to stay at home for ten months there''s no guarantee I''ll be able to find a phone to call you." Xiaoya was on the phone with Lu Xiaobei. "I''m so sad and worried and depressed¡ªand you''re going to be at Nancheng University surrounded by a flock of girls. By then, the tears I couldn''t shed will turn into a thousand."


    Xiaoya: I''m never discussing something like this with Captain again QAQ


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    The results were good, as both Xiaoya and Liu Xiangyu were alright.


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    Liu Xiangyu then blurted out, "Because of her?"


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    Xiaoya: "Why don''t you go home in the meantime?"


    Liu Xiangyu: "I can''t. If I''m later than you it would be obvious."


    The waiters in the restaurant came and went past them as they served the food, continually streaming back and forth, filling the space around them with noise, while only an awkward silence overtook both Liu Xiangyu and Xiaoya.


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I can''t. If I''m later than you it would be obvious."


    Xiaoya left school without her bag, so in her pockets was a mess of change along with the note, she was in a hurry at that time.


    "I never thought our class monitor would act like this." Suddenly, the other student walking quietly behind the doctor spoke out.


    Her first reaction upon hearing his words was anger, but only somewhat. The sight of Liu Xiangyu looking like a defeated rooster made a sputter leave her before she burst out in laughter. "It was wrong for you to read out chats, but you knowing about the Captain and me isn''t something to be sorry about. She and I are together, and we''re together openly. I never planned on deliberately hiding that from anyone."


    At the restaurant near the school''s gate, while Xiaoya waited for the crossing the bridge noodles, Liu Xiangyu took out his phone to play with. Seeing Xiaoya sitting across from his absentmindedly, he asked her, "Did you leave your phone back at your dorm?"


    Cheng Kexin then handed Xiaoya some money, two five dollar bills and four coins. "Can you do me a favour and buy me two bowls of ''crossing the bridge'' (rice) noodles¡ªwith eggs and sausage."


    Mr. Li gave Xiaoya a note and told her to show it to the guard at entrance when the time came.


    Believing Cheng Kexin was worried about her, she hurried told he panting girl, "It''s just a check up, everything will be fine."


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Xiaoya thought it was unnecessary as well, so the doctor let them both go.


    When Liu Xiangyu heard Xiaoya had sighed up, he immediately pulled his name from the table tennis list ans switched to basketball. Xiaoya didn''t think anything of it in the beginning, until Cheng Kexin asked from beside her, "Did you two have a falling out?"


    Xiaoya: "Huh? No. I didn''t bring back here."


    Hearing his words, Xiaoya froze.


    Liu Xiangyu remained silent, then the doctor from the town hospital stood before them and waved. The two were then led into a small room on the first floor by her, then their x-rays were taken one after the other.


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    Xiaoya: "No thanks. I still have to go buy Cheng Kexin''s dinner. If I''m too late and class starts she won''t be able to eat it."


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    Liu Xiangyu: "Let me help you hold them." Before waiting for Xiaoya to respond, he took the change from Xiaoya''s hand.


    Xiaoya: "I contact them when I go back home. My friends understand too. Besides, everyone''s in high school so they''re all pretty swamped."


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.


    But, afterwards, she heard that he never liked bring things for others previously. She also heard that day-students had a harder time than the students boarding at the school. When she got closer to the girls in her room, they all went to eat together, and since her phone was also confiscated, she had no need to again bother Liu Xiangyu.


    Cheng Kexin then handed Xiaoya some money, two five dollar bills and four coins. "Can you do me a favour and buy me two bowls of ''crossing the bridge'' (rice) noodles¡ªwith eggs and sausage."


    Xiaoya smiled as she replied: "My mom and dad would never send me to stay at Jia-mu''s."


    "Oh. But I heard you also have a fiend who goes to Nancheng University who calls you quite often." Having received a suspicious glare from Xiaoya, Liu Xiangyu quickly explained, "Cheng Kexin is from this town too, she''s just not a day-student. We''re next door neighbours too, so our families know one another and get together sometimes. Anyhow, I just heard her mention it in passing."


    Xiaoya: I''m never discussing something like this with Captain again QAQ


    Xiaoya was a little nervous.


    "I thought it was just photos from your life before, and I wanted to know a bit more about you¡ªto have a bit more things to talk to you about... so I looked. In the album, there were pictures of you with another girl, and I didn''t think much of it then." Liu Xiangyu then continued, "But after you went back home on break, and your phone was confiscated, you used a computer to chat with her so the chat was also shared on my phone. I really never meant to..."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    Xiaoya: "No of course not... you''re a young Jia-mu. Hahahahaha..."


    Xiaoya: "Why don''t you go home in the meantime?"


    Xiaoya: "Why don''t you go home in the meantime?"


    Liu Xiangyu remained silent, then the doctor from the town hospital stood before them and waved. The two were then led into a small room on the first floor by her, then their x-rays were taken one after the other.


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    Xiaoya turned around, and as if he was absorbed in thought, Liu Xiangyu stared at the money in Xiaoya''s hands. Coincidentally, the other student with significant swelling on their arm was Liu Xiangyu. They would be going the the town hospital together. As for the class monitor, that was in reference of Cheng Kexin. When she re-ran for the post of class monitor, she had won eighty percent of the votes.


    The two burst out in laughter at the words, ans Xiaoya was easily cheered up by Lu Xiaobei. During her afternoon nap that day, Xiaoya had a dream. She dreamt she really was Sister Lin, and Xue BaochaiShe is Lin Daiyu''s cousin and friend when they stayed at Jia-mu''s. I believe the author swapped Xue Baochai with Jia Baoyu (the male love interest) since this is GL had come over every day to find her and play.


    Liu Xiangyu then blurted out, "Because of her?"


    "Oh. But I heard you also have a fiend who goes to Nancheng University who calls you quite often." Having received a suspicious glare from Xiaoya, Liu Xiangyu quickly explained, "Cheng Kexin is from this town too, she''s just not a day-student. We''re next door neighbours too, so our families know one another and get together sometimes. Anyhow, I just heard her mention it in passing."


    Xiaoya stared directly at Liu Xiangyu, her eyes shining, as if they were able to see a person right through.


    At the restaurant near the school''s gate, while Xiaoya waited for the crossing the bridge noodles, Liu Xiangyu took out his phone to play with. Seeing Xiaoya sitting across from his absentmindedly, he asked her, "Did you leave your phone back at your dorm?"


    "Whatever you''re thinking, just tell me. I''ll have you back." Lu Xiaobei then added, "But you don''t need to worry, alright? If you really can''t attend school, you can just come stay with me."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    The two burst out in laughter at the words, ans Xiaoya was easily cheered up by Lu Xiaobei. During her afternoon nap that day, Xiaoya had a dream. She dreamt she really was Sister Lin, and Xue BaochaiShe is Lin Daiyu''s cousin and friend when they stayed at Jia-mu''s. I believe the author swapped Xue Baochai with Jia Baoyu (the male love interest) since this is GL had come over every day to find her and play.


    Before, Lu Xiaobei had taught her that if she faced someone who possessed a guilty heart without saying a word, she could exert psychological pressure on them and reap unexpected results.


    Xiaoya stared at Cheng Kexin with reproach.


    Xiaoya: "No thanks. I still have to go buy Cheng Kexin''s dinner. If I''m too late and class starts she won''t be able to eat it."


    Before, Lu Xiaobei had taught her that if she faced someone who possessed a guilty heart without saying a word, she could exert psychological pressure on them and reap unexpected results.


    But, afterwards, she heard that he never liked bring things for others previously. She also heard that day-students had a harder time than the students boarding at the school. When she got closer to the girls in her room, they all went to eat together, and since her phone was also confiscated, she had no need to again bother Liu Xiangyu.


    Xiaoya thought it was unnecessary as well, so the doctor let them both go.


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    Xiaoya stormed off in huff.


    Two doctors arrived at the school to give Xiaoya as well as her classmates an injection on their arm. Xiaoya didn''t know whether the students from other grades were given examinations, but she would soon find herself in no position to care about other people''s business. At the injection site on her arm, a small hard bump had appeared. Even though other in her dorm had bumps where they were injected, too, theirs were a lot smaller than hers.


    "What am I going to do if I got tuberculosis? If I have to stay at home for ten months there''s no guarantee I''ll be able to find a phone to call you." Xiaoya was on the phone with Lu Xiaobei. "I''m so sad and worried and depressed¡ªand you''re going to be at Nancheng University surrounded by a flock of girls. By then, the tears I couldn''t shed will turn into a thousand."


    The infected boy not only had to take the school year off, but Xiaoya''s entire class also had to take a PPDT/N: A purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test is a test that determines if you have tuberculosis (TB). test to determine if they were infected.


    Liu Xiangyu probably never anticipated he would''ve asked Xiaoya so directly. So, as a result, he then stammered out, "T-that time w-when you used my phone to go on QQ, you hadn''t logged out. I didn''t do it deliberately, but a few albums from your Qzone photo gallery were always locked, so I... I got really curious.


    However, the doctor still urged them, "It would be wise to get yourselves x-rayed again in six months time, understood?" She then went on to ask them, "Would you like me to give you guys a lift back to the school?"


    Xiaoya stared at Cheng Kexin with reproach.


    Xiaoya thought it was unnecessary as well, so the doctor let them both go.


    "I thought it was just photos from your life before, and I wanted to know a bit more about you¡ªto have a bit more things to talk to you about... so I looked. In the album, there were pictures of you with another girl, and I didn''t think much of it then." Liu Xiangyu then continued, "But after you went back home on break, and your phone was confiscated, you used a computer to chat with her so the chat was also shared on my phone. I really never meant to..."


    Hearing his words, Xiaoya froze.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I can''t. If I''m later than you it would be obvious."


    Believing Cheng Kexin was worried about her, she hurried told he panting girl, "It''s just a check up, everything will be fine."


    Liu Xiangyu sat frustratedly in his seat, "Even though I didn''t mean toI still found out. I''m really sorry. I know you and she are in a relationship."


    "Thanks," Xiaoya said to him in return before she handed the guard the note then left the school together with Liu Xiangyu.


    The waiters in the restaurant came and went past them as they served the food, continually streaming back and forth, filling the space around them with noise, while only an awkward silence overtook both Liu Xiangyu and Xiaoya.


    Xiaoya felt a little sick, so when she heard the doctor in the white lab coat say those words, a part of her was somewhat pleased.


    Near the end of Xiaoya''s second year, an incident that was neither big nor small had occurred. A boy from her class fell sick for a few days, and after being sent to the hospital he was diagnosed with tuberculosis.


    Liu Xiangyu then casually asked, "Then how do you contact your friends?"


    Her first reaction upon hearing his words was anger, but only somewhat. The sight of Liu Xiangyu looking like a defeated rooster made a sputter leave her before she burst out in laughter. "It was wrong for you to read out chats, but you knowing about the Captain and me isn''t something to be sorry about. She and I are together, and we''re together openly. I never planned on deliberately hiding that from anyone."


    Her first reaction upon hearing his words was anger, but only somewhat. The sight of Liu Xiangyu looking like a defeated rooster made a sputter leave her before she burst out in laughter. "It was wrong for you to read out chats, but you knowing about the Captain and me isn''t something to be sorry about. She and I are together, and we''re together openly. I never planned on deliberately hiding that from anyone."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    Check Up


    Hearing this, Xiaoya then replied, "Yes, I do have a friend who''s going to Nancheng University." Then without much thought, she went on to add, "In the future, I want to attend college there too."


    Liu Xiangyu nodded, not denying her words at all.

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    This confession was probably vastly different that what Liu Xiangyu had guessed, as his jaw fell open. "But... you''re both girls..."


    Xiaoya''s mother then turned back to her daughter from the front messenger seat and said, "Xiaoyu, you must be tired from studying all semester, yes? During the holidays, if you want to go out with your friends, regardless if they''re boys or girls, mom won''t object, alright?"


    Xiaoya: "The only thin I could think about was studying."


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Xiaoya''s father pushed down the horn angrily as he argued, "How can you encourage our daughter to date early like this? She''s still occupied with her studies right now."


    Liu Xiangyu: "But aren''t you scared about people talking behind your backs? Our town also had a couple like that before, but afterwards..."


    Xiaoya''s dad: "It was your former high school teacher, Mr. Nan, who told me. He really is a good teacher, you were just mistaken about him before. I heard he volunteered to go help out schools in small towns and villages in an exchange programme to help other teachers learn and progress. After he found out you were at Yunta High, he was very concerned for you. So when he discovered you were seeing someone, he didn''t call any of your teachers and instead gave us a call directly. You should show him some consideration. Anyhow, I gifted him two boxes of the Tie-guan-yin (Iron Goddess Oolong Tea) your grandpa had given me."


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    A Small Misunderstanding


    Their small car continuing its journey to Nancheng.


    Xiaoya interrupted him to say: "The opinions of strangers have nothing to do with me. And with regard to anyone pointing fingers, they aren''t worthy of being friends of mine to begin with. As for me not being out at school, I naturally have my reasons, but I also don''t wish for everyone to use all the energy they should spend studying gossiping about my business."


    Xiaoya: "What does that mean?"


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    A Small Misunderstanding


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    But before Xiaoya could speak, her mom replied, "What''s the big deal for a girl to have a boyfriend? Having a boyfriend is no different from studying, it''s not something she can get the hang of in one go. The experience she gets little by little will help in keeping her from being deceived in the future. So, as long as her grades aren''t negatively affected, it''s fine."


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    The three quickly packed up in a rush and got into the car to return to Nancheng. On the way there, Xiaoya''s dad asked, "How do you think you did on the exam?"


    All in all, the teachers all adored Cheng Kexin. Even though she didn''t always followed the school rules, when she stood at the podium at the head of the class as a disciplinarian there was nothing but quiet from those below which was especially supportive when needed.


    Xiaoya''s dad: "Xiaoyu, how could you talk like that to your dad? Didn''t I tell you before that your not allowed to date in high school!"


    The three quickly packed up in a rush and got into the car to return to Nancheng. On the way there, Xiaoya''s dad asked, "How do you think you did on the exam?"


    After Xiaoya arrived at Yunta High, her prosperous peach blossom had attracted many a suitor. On average, she would receive many confessions from people she did or did not know a month, and the number of letters she received was countless. She felt as though she shouldn''t incite the budding love of this group of high school students, so for a period of time she was quite cold. So how could there be a boy she was especially close to? And judging from her father''s meaning, it was some scandalous love affair?


    Her parents then had a noisy exchange. But since her father''s intelligence quotient is solely focused on his work, he couldn''t win against her mother at all, and so could only continue driving while grumbling angrily.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I''ll keep it a secret."


    Cheng Kexin: "Their enrolment rates are higher, but our high school isn''t that bad, either. Besides, if there''s a few top students, they''ll be able to drive up the performance of the entire class. The school is even willing to put out the cash to do so. A top student can get a scholarship worth twenty to thirty thousand yuan, and the tuition fee is cancelled on top of that. There are still a lot of student whose families aren''t that well off in the town."


    Xiaoya''s dad did not like beating around the bush so he said directly, "We heard that you are very close to a male classmate. You should listen to your dad, alright? You can find a partner in college, okay? You''re too young for one right now."


    Xiaoya''s mother then turned back to her daughter from the front messenger seat and said, "Xiaoyu, you must be tired from studying all semester, yes? During the holidays, if you want to go out with your friends, regardless if they''re boys or girls, mom won''t object, alright?"


    It was completely, unexpected...


    Xiaoya''s father laughed as he asked his daughter to get down. "You''re so big now, dad can''t hold you, sweetheart. Did you miss home that much?"


    Xiaoya: "Thank you."


    The three quickly packed up in a rush and got into the car to return to Nancheng. On the way there, Xiaoya''s dad asked, "How do you think you did on the exam?"


    Xiaoya then looked around to and noticed there was someone walking towards the school''s gate, having no idea if they heard the commotion, and was brimming with rage. "Quiet the hell down. Do you want the two of us to be written up for misconduct?!" At Yunta High, the most serious act one can be slammed with, apart from fighting, was "puppy love". Xiaoya had no intention of being set up as the poster child for such a thing and have a record on her file because of someone who didn''t matter in the slightest.


    Cheng Kexin: "Their enrolment rates are higher, but our high school isn''t that bad, either. Besides, if there''s a few top students, they''ll be able to drive up the performance of the entire class. The school is even willing to put out the cash to do so. A top student can get a scholarship worth twenty to thirty thousand yuan, and the tuition fee is cancelled on top of that. There are still a lot of student whose families aren''t that well off in the town."


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    Liu Xiangyu walked towards her by a few steps, but Xiaoya waved him away. "Don''t come near me."


    This confession was probably vastly different that what Liu Xiangyu had guessed, as his jaw fell open. "But... you''re both girls..."


    There were few teachers in their grade who didn''t know Cheng Kexin, and that was because the girl spent more time running to and from the office more than the rest of the liberal arts put together. Xiaoya had a particular dislike towards heading to the teachers'' office, and she would like nothing else than to not go there for an entire semester. But that was not the case for Chen Kexin, who would head to the office as much as four or five times after class if she had the time.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I looked it up on the internet and there are said to be many girls who were born lesbians, yet they still will marry and have kids just like ordinary people."


    Liu Xiangyu: "I''ll keep it a secret."


    To which Xiaoya expressionlessly replied, "We''re a minority, not abnormal."


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?


    Cheng Kexin would return to the class to get the pictures, then again return to office, then again would bring them back, then again return to the office to chat, and would again run into new teachers who just came back from their classes...


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    It had taking her two rounds outside the school to find her parents'' car that day, it was not easy at all. Then, when she laid eyes on the man wearing a three-piece suit, she ran straight to him and flung herself into his arms. "Dad!"


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?


    Xiaoya was so pissed off by such a chauvinistic display that she stated bluntly, "Look at the people beside, as in you? Let''s not even talk about other people, you went scrolling through my albums, so you should''ve seen Captain''s pictures, right? Do you honestly think there is any part of you that can compare to her? Looks-wise, accomplishments, anything?!!"


    Xiaoya: "Dad, what are you talking about?"


    It was completely, unexpected...


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    A Small Misunderstanding


    Xiaoya stormed off quickly, not wanting to again have to pretend to be polite to this person, while Liu Xiangyu shouted from behind her, "But I like you! Yu Xiaoya, I really like you! That''s why I looked though your albums, and read through your messages. I want to save you! You don''t want to listen to me now, but when you''re done playing around with her, you can come find me. I''ll wait for you. I''ll always be waiting for you. I''m willing to marry you.iana: What in the coniferous f¦Ôck?! Is this btch crazy?"


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    Xiaoya interrupted him to say: "The opinions of strangers have nothing to do with me. And with regard to anyone pointing fingers, they aren''t worthy of being friends of mine to begin with. As for me not being out at school, I naturally have my reasons, but I also don''t wish for everyone to use all the energy they should spend studying gossiping about my business."


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Xiaoya''s dad did not like beating around the bush so he said directly, "We heard that you are very close to a male classmate. You should listen to your dad, alright? You can find a partner in college, okay? You''re too young for one right now."


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    And seeing the fringe of grey lining her mother''s temples, Xiaoya said nothing in return.


    Xiaoya turned around, which caused a Liu Xiangyu''s face to explode with exaltation.


    Xiaoya: "The only thin I could think about was studying."


    So Cheng Kexin pushed Xiaoya for them to keep going quickly.


    Liu Xiangyu: "But aren''t you scared about people talking behind your backs? Our town also had a couple like that before, but afterwards..."


    Xiaoya then looked around to and noticed there was someone walking towards the school''s gate, having no idea if they heard the commotion, and was brimming with rage. "Quiet the hell down. Do you want the two of us to be written up for misconduct?!" At Yunta High, the most serious act one can be slammed with, apart from fighting, was "puppy love". Xiaoya had no intention of being set up as the poster child for such a thing and have a record on her file because of someone who didn''t matter in the slightest.


    She kept her voice low, but made sure Liu Xiangyu could hear her as she spoke, "I have Captain, and she is the person I like the most. So it doesn''t matter if she was a boy or or a girl because you never stood a chance either way. You''re not some six or seven year old kid so you should be able to act decisively. I''m only going to say this much, please conduct yourself properly if you don''t want me to anything even more unpleasant."


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh, they should be some teachers from the town; they came to recommend third year junior high students."


    Liu Xiangyu walked towards her by a few steps, but Xiaoya waved him away. "Don''t come near me."


    For instance, she would head there to show off her pictures when she was a little kid, saying, "I was so cute when I was little, right? Too bad I now look like a foot." After she was satisfied, she would go back to her class, but then she''d go running back to the office to find a teacher to chat with. This time around the new teachers who came from their classes to the office would ask, "Cheng Kexin, I heard you brought your baby pictures, let us see them too."


    Liu Xiangyu: "But aren''t you scared about people talking behind your backs? Our town also had a couple like that before, but afterwards..."


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    She kept her voice low, but made sure Liu Xiangyu could hear her as she spoke, "I have Captain, and she is the person I like the most. So it doesn''t matter if she was a boy or or a girl because you never stood a chance either way. You''re not some six or seven year old kid so you should be able to act decisively. I''m only going to say this much, please conduct yourself properly if you don''t want me to anything even more unpleasant."


    Hearing what she said, Xiaoya chuckled. Cheng Kexin was a very interesting girl. There was a maths teacher she especially disliked in Liberal Arts Class One, so during class she would stand behind the podium up front and stir up the class, "We will riot! We will stand up for our rights! Miss Yuan''s teaching of this class is too subpar, so I won''t be attending her in the future for class."


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    Her mother''s expression was the kindest it had ever been in such a long time.


    Xiaoya didn''t think Cheng Kexin could answer her question, leaving her preoccupied and thinking to herself, "But that''s no guarantee. Could it really be him?"


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Cheng Kexin: "I was trying to not disrespect the discipline inspection teacher, who would''ve thought it was just Liu Xiangyu."


    Cheng Kexin didn''t know the one who entered was Liu Xiangyu, so she hurriedly tidied up. She had gulped down some noodles too quickly just now, and had risked her life at current for gain a moment of satisfaction.


    Xiaoya''s dad: "Xiaoyu, how could you talk like that to your dad? Didn''t I tell you before that your not allowed to date in high school!"


    Xiaoya: "Why are you rushing so much?"


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    Cheng Kexin: "I was trying to not disrespect the discipline inspection teacher, who would''ve thought it was just Liu Xiangyu."


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Xiaoya: Which teacher gave them this wrong information???


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    Cheng Kexin: "I was trying to not disrespect the discipline inspection teacher, who would''ve thought it was just Liu Xiangyu."


    This confession was probably vastly different that what Liu Xiangyu had guessed, as his jaw fell open. "But... you''re both girls..."


    All in all, the teachers all adored Cheng Kexin. Even though she didn''t always followed the school rules, when she stood at the podium at the head of the class as a disciplinarian there was nothing but quiet from those below which was especially supportive when needed.


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?


    Hearing what she said, Xiaoya chuckled. Cheng Kexin was a very interesting girl. There was a maths teacher she especially disliked in Liberal Arts Class One, so during class she would stand behind the podium up front and stir up the class, "We will riot! We will stand up for our rights! Miss Yuan''s teaching of this class is too subpar, so I won''t be attending her in the future for class."


    Xiaoya then looked around to and noticed there was someone walking towards the school''s gate, having no idea if they heard the commotion, and was brimming with rage. "Quiet the hell down. Do you want the two of us to be written up for misconduct?!" At Yunta High, the most serious act one can be slammed with, apart from fighting, was "puppy love". Xiaoya had no intention of being set up as the poster child for such a thing and have a record on her file because of someone who didn''t matter in the slightest.


    It had taking her two rounds outside the school to find her parents'' car that day, it was not easy at all. Then, when she laid eyes on the man wearing a three-piece suit, she ran straight to him and flung herself into his arms. "Dad!"


    Liu Xiangyu walked towards her by a few steps, but Xiaoya waved him away. "Don''t come near me."


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    Xiaoya: Which teacher gave them this wrong information???


    Cheng Kexin didn''t know the one who entered was Liu Xiangyu, so she hurriedly tidied up. She had gulped down some noodles too quickly just now, and had risked her life at current for gain a moment of satisfaction.


    N/A


    Liu Xiangyu: "But aren''t you scared about people talking behind your backs? Our town also had a couple like that before, but afterwards..."


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    Their small car continuing its journey to Nancheng.


    It had taking her two rounds outside the school to find her parents'' car that day, it was not easy at all. Then, when she laid eyes on the man wearing a three-piece suit, she ran straight to him and flung herself into his arms. "Dad!"


    There were few teachers in their grade who didn''t know Cheng Kexin, and that was because the girl spent more time running to and from the office more than the rest of the liberal arts put together. Xiaoya had a particular dislike towards heading to the teachers'' office, and she would like nothing else than to not go there for an entire semester. But that was not the case for Chen Kexin, who would head to the office as much as four or five times after class if she had the time.


    Anyhow, the discipline inspection teacher of Yunta High was the most stern-looking of all the teachers, and Xiaoya thought they hated the students. That was until one time when Chen Kexin took Xiaoya to slip out of their class from the back entrance so they could get to the cafeteria early and avoid the chaos. There, on the ground floor of the school building, Xiaoya was the first to spot the discipline inspection teacher. Just as she was thinking of running back, she saw the discipline inspection teacher who had swept her gaze towards them, look in another direction.


    Her mother''s expression was the kindest it had ever been in such a long time.


    Having answered her father''s question, Xiaoya then turned to her mother, "Mom."


    Xiaoya: Which teacher gave them this wrong information???


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Cheng Kexin would return to the class to get the pictures, then again return to office, then again would bring them back, then again return to the office to chat, and would again run into new teachers who just came back from their classes...


    Cheng Kexin: "I was trying to not disrespect the discipline inspection teacher, who would''ve thought it was just Liu Xiangyu."


    For instance, she would head there to show off her pictures when she was a little kid, saying, "I was so cute when I was little, right? Too bad I now look like a foot." After she was satisfied, she would go back to her class, but then she''d go running back to the office to find a teacher to chat with. This time around the new teachers who came from their classes to the office would ask, "Cheng Kexin, I heard you brought your baby pictures, let us see them too."


    Xiaoya''s dad did not like beating around the bush so he said directly, "We heard that you are very close to a male classmate. You should listen to your dad, alright? You can find a partner in college, okay? You''re too young for one right now."


    Xiaoya was so pissed off by such a chauvinistic display that she stated bluntly, "Look at the people beside, as in you? Let''s not even talk about other people, you went scrolling through my albums, so you should''ve seen Captain''s pictures, right? Do you honestly think there is any part of you that can compare to her? Looks-wise, accomplishments, anything?!!"


    Anyhow, the discipline inspection teacher of Yunta High was the most stern-looking of all the teachers, and Xiaoya thought they hated the students. That was until one time when Chen Kexin took Xiaoya to slip out of their class from the back entrance so they could get to the cafeteria early and avoid the chaos. There, on the ground floor of the school building, Xiaoya was the first to spot the discipline inspection teacher. Just as she was thinking of running back, she saw the discipline inspection teacher who had swept her gaze towards them, look in another direction.


    After Xiaoya arrived at Yunta High, her prosperous peach blossom had attracted many a suitor. On average, she would receive many confessions from people she did or did not know a month, and the number of letters she received was countless. She felt as though she shouldn''t incite the budding love of this group of high school students, so for a period of time she was quite cold. So how could there be a boy she was especially close to? And judging from her father''s meaning, it was some scandalous love affair?


    A Small Misunderstanding


    Cheng Kexin would return to the class to get the pictures, then again return to office, then again would bring them back, then again return to the office to chat, and would again run into new teachers who just came back from their classes...


    Cheng Kexin: "I was trying to not disrespect the discipline inspection teacher, who would''ve thought it was just Liu Xiangyu."


    Cheng Kexin: "Their enrolment rates are higher, but our high school isn''t that bad, either. Besides, if there''s a few top students, they''ll be able to drive up the performance of the entire class. The school is even willing to put out the cash to do so. A top student can get a scholarship worth twenty to thirty thousand yuan, and the tuition fee is cancelled on top of that. There are still a lot of student whose families aren''t that well off in the town."


    Xiaoya: "The only thin I could think about was studying."


    Being modest, Xiaoya replied, "Not too bad." But in actuality, Xiaoya on the exam this time got a lucky buff, the answers for every question was struck or came by luckT/n: the original phrase here is a good luck wish for exams that''s a little rhyme about getting all the answers answered or being lucky enough to luck out if you hit a brick wall. , and it had never been better.


    Liu Xiangyu: "I''ll keep it a secret."


    Anyhow, the discipline inspection teacher of Yunta High was the most stern-looking of all the teachers, and Xiaoya thought they hated the students. That was until one time when Chen Kexin took Xiaoya to slip out of their class from the back entrance so they could get to the cafeteria early and avoid the chaos. There, on the ground floor of the school building, Xiaoya was the first to spot the discipline inspection teacher. Just as she was thinking of running back, she saw the discipline inspection teacher who had swept her gaze towards them, look in another direction.


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Xiaoya: "But aren''t the high schools in the city much better?"


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?


    It-was-incredibly-obvious!


    Xiaoya: "Thank you."


    So Cheng Kexin pushed Xiaoya for them to keep going quickly.


    Xiaoya''s father laughed as he asked his daughter to get down. "You''re so big now, dad can''t hold you, sweetheart. Did you miss home that much?"


    Hearing what she said, Xiaoya chuckled. Cheng Kexin was a very interesting girl. There was a maths teacher she especially disliked in Liberal Arts Class One, so during class she would stand behind the podium up front and stir up the class, "We will riot! We will stand up for our rights! Miss Yuan''s teaching of this class is too subpar, so I won''t be attending her in the future for class."


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    After Xiaoya arrived at Yunta High, her prosperous peach blossom had attracted many a suitor. On average, she would receive many confessions from people she did or did not know a month, and the number of letters she received was countless. She felt as though she shouldn''t incite the budding love of this group of high school students, so for a period of time she was quite cold. So how could there be a boy she was especially close to? And judging from her father''s meaning, it was some scandalous love affair?


    This confession was probably vastly different that what Liu Xiangyu had guessed, as his jaw fell open. "But... you''re both girls..."


    It was completely, unexpected...


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    Liu Xiangyu: "I looked it up on the internet and there are said to be many girls who were born lesbians, yet they still will marry and have kids just like ordinary people."


    Xiaoya: "But aren''t the high schools in the city much better?"


    Xiaoya: "But aren''t the high schools in the city much better?"


    Xiaoya''s dad: "It was your former high school teacher, Mr. Nan, who told me. He really is a good teacher, you were just mistaken about him before. I heard he volunteered to go help out schools in small towns and villages in an exchange programme to help other teachers learn and progress. After he found out you were at Yunta High, he was very concerned for you. So when he discovered you were seeing someone, he didn''t call any of your teachers and instead gave us a call directly. You should show him some consideration. Anyhow, I gifted him two boxes of the Tie-guan-yin (Iron Goddess Oolong Tea) your grandpa had given me."


    Her parents then had a noisy exchange. But since her father''s intelligence quotient is solely focused on his work, he couldn''t win against her mother at all, and so could only continue driving while grumbling angrily.


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    All in all, the teachers all adored Cheng Kexin. Even though she didn''t always followed the school rules, when she stood at the podium at the head of the class as a disciplinarian there was nothing but quiet from those below which was especially supportive when needed.


    Xiaoya turned around, which caused a Liu Xiangyu''s face to explode with exaltation.


    Her mother''s expression was the kindest it had ever been in such a long time.


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    Xiaoya didn''t think Cheng Kexin could answer her question, leaving her preoccupied and thinking to herself, "But that''s no guarantee. Could it really be him?"


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    All in all, the teachers all adored Cheng Kexin. Even though she didn''t always followed the school rules, when she stood at the podium at the head of the class as a disciplinarian there was nothing but quiet from those below which was especially supportive when needed.


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    Xiaoya: "You sent him a gift again?"


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    Xiaoya: "Why are you rushing so much?"


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh, they should be some teachers from the town; they came to recommend third year junior high students."


    Her parents then had a noisy exchange. But since her father''s intelligence quotient is solely focused on his work, he couldn''t win against her mother at all, and so could only continue driving while grumbling angrily.


    Xiaoya: "What does that mean?"


    And seeing the fringe of grey lining her mother''s temples, Xiaoya said nothing in return.


    And seeing the fringe of grey lining her mother''s temples, Xiaoya said nothing in return.


    Liu Xiangyu walked towards her by a few steps, but Xiaoya waved him away. "Don''t come near me."


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    To which Xiaoya expressionlessly replied, "We''re a minority, not abnormal."


    Xiaoya: "But aren''t the high schools in the city much better?"


    But before Xiaoya could speak, her mom replied, "What''s the big deal for a girl to have a boyfriend? Having a boyfriend is no different from studying, it''s not something she can get the hang of in one go. The experience she gets little by little will help in keeping her from being deceived in the future. So, as long as her grades aren''t negatively affected, it''s fine."


    Xiaoya: "Dad, what are you talking about?"


    Xiaoya: "Thank you."


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    All in all, the teachers all adored Cheng Kexin. Even though she didn''t always followed the school rules, when she stood at the podium at the head of the class as a disciplinarian there was nothing but quiet from those below which was especially supportive when needed.


    Cheng Kexin: "Their enrolment rates are higher, but our high school isn''t that bad, either. Besides, if there''s a few top students, they''ll be able to drive up the performance of the entire class. The school is even willing to put out the cash to do so. A top student can get a scholarship worth twenty to thirty thousand yuan, and the tuition fee is cancelled on top of that. There are still a lot of student whose families aren''t that well off in the town."


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    Xiaoya''s dad: "It was your former high school teacher, Mr. Nan, who told me. He really is a good teacher, you were just mistaken about him before. I heard he volunteered to go help out schools in small towns and villages in an exchange programme to help other teachers learn and progress. After he found out you were at Yunta High, he was very concerned for you. So when he discovered you were seeing someone, he didn''t call any of your teachers and instead gave us a call directly. You should show him some consideration. Anyhow, I gifted him two boxes of the Tie-guan-yin (Iron Goddess Oolong Tea) your grandpa had given me."


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    It was completely, unexpected...


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?


    Xiaoya didn''t think Cheng Kexin could answer her question, leaving her preoccupied and thinking to herself, "But that''s no guarantee. Could it really be him?"


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    Liu Xiangyu: "But aren''t you scared about people talking behind your backs? Our town also had a couple like that before, but afterwards..."


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    Liu Xiangyu: "I looked it up on the internet and there are said to be many girls who were born lesbians, yet they still will marry and have kids just like ordinary people."


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    So Cheng Kexin pushed Xiaoya for them to keep going quickly.


    But before Xiaoya could speak, her mom replied, "What''s the big deal for a girl to have a boyfriend? Having a boyfriend is no different from studying, it''s not something she can get the hang of in one go. The experience she gets little by little will help in keeping her from being deceived in the future. So, as long as her grades aren''t negatively affected, it''s fine."


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Xiaoya didn''t think Cheng Kexin could answer her question, leaving her preoccupied and thinking to herself, "But that''s no guarantee. Could it really be him?"


    Xiaoya interrupted him to say: "The opinions of strangers have nothing to do with me. And with regard to anyone pointing fingers, they aren''t worthy of being friends of mine to begin with. As for me not being out at school, I naturally have my reasons, but I also don''t wish for everyone to use all the energy they should spend studying gossiping about my business."


    Xiaoya interrupted him to say: "The opinions of strangers have nothing to do with me. And with regard to anyone pointing fingers, they aren''t worthy of being friends of mine to begin with. As for me not being out at school, I naturally have my reasons, but I also don''t wish for everyone to use all the energy they should spend studying gossiping about my business."


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    There were few teachers in their grade who didn''t know Cheng Kexin, and that was because the girl spent more time running to and from the office more than the rest of the liberal arts put together. Xiaoya had a particular dislike towards heading to the teachers'' office, and she would like nothing else than to not go there for an entire semester. But that was not the case for Chen Kexin, who would head to the office as much as four or five times after class if she had the time.


    Being modest, Xiaoya replied, "Not too bad." But in actuality, Xiaoya on the exam this time got a lucky buff, the answers for every question was struck or came by luckT/n: the original phrase here is a good luck wish for exams that''s a little rhyme about getting all the answers answered or being lucky enough to luck out if you hit a brick wall. , and it had never been better.


    For instance, she would head there to show off her pictures when she was a little kid, saying, "I was so cute when I was little, right? Too bad I now look like a foot." After she was satisfied, she would go back to her class, but then she''d go running back to the office to find a teacher to chat with. This time around the new teachers who came from their classes to the office would ask, "Cheng Kexin, I heard you brought your baby pictures, let us see them too."


    Xiaoya: "Why are you rushing so much?"


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    Xiaoya didn''t think Cheng Kexin could answer her question, leaving her preoccupied and thinking to herself, "But that''s no guarantee. Could it really be him?"


    Xiaoya: "The only thin I could think about was studying."


    Xiaoya didn''t think Cheng Kexin could answer her question, leaving her preoccupied and thinking to herself, "But that''s no guarantee. Could it really be him?"


    It had taking her two rounds outside the school to find her parents'' car that day, it was not easy at all. Then, when she laid eyes on the man wearing a three-piece suit, she ran straight to him and flung herself into his arms. "Dad!"


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    Xiaoya turned around, which caused a Liu Xiangyu''s face to explode with exaltation.


    To which Xiaoya expressionlessly replied, "We''re a minority, not abnormal."


    Xiaoya''s mother then turned back to her daughter from the front messenger seat and said, "Xiaoyu, you must be tired from studying all semester, yes? During the holidays, if you want to go out with your friends, regardless if they''re boys or girls, mom won''t object, alright?"


    Cheng Kexin would return to the class to get the pictures, then again return to office, then again would bring them back, then again return to the office to chat, and would again run into new teachers who just came back from their classes...


    Xiaoya''s father laughed as he asked his daughter to get down. "You''re so big now, dad can''t hold you, sweetheart. Did you miss home that much?"


    Their small car continuing its journey to Nancheng.


    Xiaoya: "The only thin I could think about was studying."


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    Xiaoya: "But aren''t the high schools in the city much better?"


    It-was-incredibly-obvious!


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Xiaoya: "The only thin I could think about was studying."


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh, they should be some teachers from the town; they came to recommend third year junior high students."


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    Xiaoya: "You sent him a gift again?"


    Having answered her father''s question, Xiaoya then turned to her mother, "Mom."


    Her mother''s expression was the kindest it had ever been in such a long time.


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    Cheng Kexin: "Oh yeah, you''re from Nancheng, so you don''t know. It''s because in Yunta Town, apart from this high school, there is also a junior high school and a primary school. So every year, before the high school entrance exams, teachers from the admissions office will head into town to find good potential students and ask them not to head to a school in the city and to continue their studies here, in this town."


    The three quickly packed up in a rush and got into the car to return to Nancheng. On the way there, Xiaoya''s dad asked, "How do you think you did on the exam?"


    Xiaoya stormed off quickly, not wanting to again have to pretend to be polite to this person, while Liu Xiangyu shouted from behind her, "But I like you! Yu Xiaoya, I really like you! That''s why I looked though your albums, and read through your messages. I want to save you! You don''t want to listen to me now, but when you''re done playing around with her, you can come find me. I''ll wait for you. I''ll always be waiting for you. I''m willing to marry you.iana: What in the coniferous f¦Ôck?! Is this btch crazy?"


    Being modest, Xiaoya replied, "Not too bad." But in actuality, Xiaoya on the exam this time got a lucky buff, the answers for every question was struck or came by luckT/n: the original phrase here is a good luck wish for exams that''s a little rhyme about getting all the answers answered or being lucky enough to luck out if you hit a brick wall. , and it had never been better.


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Xiaoya''s dad: "That''s good. But Xiaoyu, you know the most important thing in high school is studying, right? Smart people should do suitable things at the suitable stages."


    But her mother countered, "While I was busy with my studies, I met you.


    Xiaoya then looked around to and noticed there was someone walking towards the school''s gate, having no idea if they heard the commotion, and was brimming with rage. "Quiet the hell down. Do you want the two of us to be written up for misconduct?!" At Yunta High, the most serious act one can be slammed with, apart from fighting, was "puppy love". Xiaoya had no intention of being set up as the poster child for such a thing and have a record on her file because of someone who didn''t matter in the slightest.


    During the days of her second year that followed, Xiaoya''s time passed by smoothly. When it was time for the end of term exams, her performance was even more extraordinary. She had walked out of that exam room spilling over the brim with confidence.


    Xiaoya: "Dad, what are you talking about?"


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    Xiaoya''s dad: "Xiaoyu, how could you talk like that to your dad? Didn''t I tell you before that your not allowed to date in high school!"


    Whe Xiaoya got back to the classroom, she gave one bowl of the crossing the bridge noodles to Cheng Kexin and the other to another girl of her dorm. After Cheng Kexin ate half of the noodles, Liu Xiangyu entered the classroom. He looked straight ahead, his gaze shifting neither left nor right, and making not even the slightest attempt at being cast in Xiaoya''s direction.


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    Xiaoya thought about it for a long time, but couldn''t come up with anything. When did it ever seem like she and any boy were particularly close.


    Xiaoya''s dad did not like beating around the bush so he said directly, "We heard that you are very close to a male classmate. You should listen to your dad, alright? You can find a partner in college, okay? You''re too young for one right now."


    Having answered her father''s question, Xiaoya then turned to her mother, "Mom."


    Xiaoya: "Thank you."


    Hearing what she said, Xiaoya chuckled. Cheng Kexin was a very interesting girl. There was a maths teacher she especially disliked in Liberal Arts Class One, so during class she would stand behind the podium up front and stir up the class, "We will riot! We will stand up for our rights! Miss Yuan''s teaching of this class is too subpar, so I won''t be attending her in the future for class."


    But her mother countered, "While I was busy with my studies, I met you.


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Xiaoya then looked around to and noticed there was someone walking towards the school''s gate, having no idea if they heard the commotion, and was brimming with rage. "Quiet the hell down. Do you want the two of us to be written up for misconduct?!" At Yunta High, the most serious act one can be slammed with, apart from fighting, was "puppy love". Xiaoya had no intention of being set up as the poster child for such a thing and have a record on her file because of someone who didn''t matter in the slightest.


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Xiaoya: "But aren''t the high schools in the city much better?"


    But her mother countered, "While I was busy with my studies, I met you.


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Xiaoya: Which teacher gave them this wrong information???


    Cheng Kexin would return to the class to get the pictures, then again return to office, then again would bring them back, then again return to the office to chat, and would again run into new teachers who just came back from their classes...


    Xiaoya''s dad: "That''s good. But Xiaoyu, you know the most important thing in high school is studying, right? Smart people should do suitable things at the suitable stages."


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    Xiaoya was so pissed off by such a chauvinistic display that she stated bluntly, "Look at the people beside, as in you? Let''s not even talk about other people, you went scrolling through my albums, so you should''ve seen Captain''s pictures, right? Do you honestly think there is any part of you that can compare to her? Looks-wise, accomplishments, anything?!!"


    Liu Xiangyu: "I''ll keep it a secret."


    Xiaoya thought about it for a long time, but couldn''t come up with anything. When did it ever seem like she and any boy were particularly close.


    It had taking her two rounds outside the school to find her parents'' car that day, it was not easy at all. Then, when she laid eyes on the man wearing a three-piece suit, she ran straight to him and flung herself into his arms. "Dad!"


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Xiaoya''s mother then turned back to her daughter from the front messenger seat and said, "Xiaoyu, you must be tired from studying all semester, yes? During the holidays, if you want to go out with your friends, regardless if they''re boys or girls, mom won''t object, alright?"


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    She kept her voice low, but made sure Liu Xiangyu could hear her as she spoke, "I have Captain, and she is the person I like the most. So it doesn''t matter if she was a boy or or a girl because you never stood a chance either way. You''re not some six or seven year old kid so you should be able to act decisively. I''m only going to say this much, please conduct yourself properly if you don''t want me to anything even more unpleasant."


    Xiaoya''s father pushed down the horn angrily as he argued, "How can you encourage our daughter to date early like this? She''s still occupied with her studies right now."


    But her mother countered, "While I was busy with my studies, I met you.


    After Xiaoya arrived at Yunta High, her prosperous peach blossom had attracted many a suitor. On average, she would receive many confessions from people she did or did not know a month, and the number of letters she received was countless. She felt as though she shouldn''t incite the budding love of this group of high school students, so for a period of time she was quite cold. So how could there be a boy she was especially close to? And judging from her father''s meaning, it was some scandalous love affair?


    So Cheng Kexin pushed Xiaoya for them to keep going quickly.


    Xiaoya: "You sent him a gift again?"


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    Xiaoya''s father laughed as he asked his daughter to get down. "You''re so big now, dad can''t hold you, sweetheart. Did you miss home that much?"


    It had taking her two rounds outside the school to find her parents'' car that day, it was not easy at all. Then, when she laid eyes on the man wearing a three-piece suit, she ran straight to him and flung herself into his arms. "Dad!"


    Xiaoya''s dad: "It was your former high school teacher, Mr. Nan, who told me. He really is a good teacher, you were just mistaken about him before. I heard he volunteered to go help out schools in small towns and villages in an exchange programme to help other teachers learn and progress. After he found out you were at Yunta High, he was very concerned for you. So when he discovered you were seeing someone, he didn''t call any of your teachers and instead gave us a call directly. You should show him some consideration. Anyhow, I gifted him two boxes of the Tie-guan-yin (Iron Goddess Oolong Tea) your grandpa had given me."


    Xiaoya: "Why are you rushing so much?"


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Xiaoya: "Um, it wasn''t anything, really. I just thought I saw someone familiar, but there''s no way he could be in Yunta Junior High."


    All in all, the teachers all adored Cheng Kexin. Even though she didn''t always followed the school rules, when she stood at the podium at the head of the class as a disciplinarian there was nothing but quiet from those below which was especially supportive when needed.


    Xiaoya: "You sent him a gift again?"


    Xiaoya thought about it for a long time, but couldn''t come up with anything. When did it ever seem like she and any boy were particularly close.


    Anyhow, the discipline inspection teacher of Yunta High was the most stern-looking of all the teachers, and Xiaoya thought they hated the students. That was until one time when Chen Kexin took Xiaoya to slip out of their class from the back entrance so they could get to the cafeteria early and avoid the chaos. There, on the ground floor of the school building, Xiaoya was the first to spot the discipline inspection teacher. Just as she was thinking of running back, she saw the discipline inspection teacher who had swept her gaze towards them, look in another direction.


    For instance, she would head there to show off her pictures when she was a little kid, saying, "I was so cute when I was little, right? Too bad I now look like a foot." After she was satisfied, she would go back to her class, but then she''d go running back to the office to find a teacher to chat with. This time around the new teachers who came from their classes to the office would ask, "Cheng Kexin, I heard you brought your baby pictures, let us see them too."


    Xiaoya''s dad: "Xiaoyu, how could you talk like that to your dad? Didn''t I tell you before that your not allowed to date in high school!"


    Xiaoya was so pissed off by such a chauvinistic display that she stated bluntly, "Look at the people beside, as in you? Let''s not even talk about other people, you went scrolling through my albums, so you should''ve seen Captain''s pictures, right? Do you honestly think there is any part of you that can compare to her? Looks-wise, accomplishments, anything?!!"


    Having answered her father''s question, Xiaoya then turned to her mother, "Mom."


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    But before Xiaoya could speak, her mom replied, "What''s the big deal for a girl to have a boyfriend? Having a boyfriend is no different from studying, it''s not something she can get the hang of in one go. The experience she gets little by little will help in keeping her from being deceived in the future. So, as long as her grades aren''t negatively affected, it''s fine."


    Xiaoya''s dad: "That''s good. But Xiaoyu, you know the most important thing in high school is studying, right? Smart people should do suitable things at the suitable stages."


    Xiaoya: "It was nothing important. Oh, I almost forgot, but I saw the headmaster just now and it looked like he was seeing a few teachers off."


    Their small car continuing its journey to Nancheng.


    Liu Xiangyu: "But aren''t you scared about people talking behind your backs? Our town also had a couple like that before, but afterwards..."


    Xiaoya: "That''s really good thing, then."


    Xiaoya stormed off quickly, not wanting to again have to pretend to be polite to this person, while Liu Xiangyu shouted from behind her, "But I like you! Yu Xiaoya, I really like you! That''s why I looked though your albums, and read through your messages. I want to save you! You don''t want to listen to me now, but when you''re done playing around with her, you can come find me. I''ll wait for you. I''ll always be waiting for you. I''m willing to marry you.iana: What in the coniferous f¦Ôck?! Is this btch crazy?"


    Their small car continuing its journey to Nancheng.


    Xiaoya''s father pushed down the horn angrily as he argued, "How can you encourage our daughter to date early like this? She''s still occupied with her studies right now."


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s father pushed down the horn angrily as he argued, "How can you encourage our daughter to date early like this? She''s still occupied with her studies right now."


    Inside the grounds of Yunta High, there was a stream, and over it was a bridge called Yunqiao. At that moment, the evening self-study session had already begun, so near that river, regardless of whether they were boarding or day students, none of them could be seen.


    For instance, she would head there to show off her pictures when she was a little kid, saying, "I was so cute when I was little, right? Too bad I now look like a foot." After she was satisfied, she would go back to her class, but then she''d go running back to the office to find a teacher to chat with. This time around the new teachers who came from their classes to the office would ask, "Cheng Kexin, I heard you brought your baby pictures, let us see them too."


    At that time, Miss Yuan stood below the podium laughing happily as she watched Cheng Kexin put on her show.


    But her mother countered, "While I was busy with my studies, I met you.


    It-was-incredibly-obvious!


    Hearing what she said, Xiaoya chuckled. Cheng Kexin was a very interesting girl. There was a maths teacher she especially disliked in Liberal Arts Class One, so during class she would stand behind the podium up front and stir up the class, "We will riot! We will stand up for our rights! Miss Yuan''s teaching of this class is too subpar, so I won''t be attending her in the future for class."


    Xiaoya thought about it for a long time, but couldn''t come up with anything. When did it ever seem like she and any boy were particularly close.


    Having answered her father''s question, Xiaoya then turned to her mother, "Mom."


    N/A


    Her parents then had a noisy exchange. But since her father''s intelligence quotient is solely focused on his work, he couldn''t win against her mother at all, and so could only continue driving while grumbling angrily.


    After Xiaoya arrived at Yunta High, her prosperous peach blossom had attracted many a suitor. On average, she would receive many confessions from people she did or did not know a month, and the number of letters she received was countless. She felt as though she shouldn''t incite the budding love of this group of high school students, so for a period of time she was quite cold. So how could there be a boy she was especially close to? And judging from her father''s meaning, it was some scandalous love affair?


    Having answered her father''s question, Xiaoya then turned to her mother, "Mom."


    Hearing what she said, Xiaoya chuckled. Cheng Kexin was a very interesting girl. There was a maths teacher she especially disliked in Liberal Arts Class One, so during class she would stand behind the podium up front and stir up the class, "We will riot! We will stand up for our rights! Miss Yuan''s teaching of this class is too subpar, so I won''t be attending her in the future for class."


    Xiaoya was so pissed off by such a chauvinistic display that she stated bluntly, "Look at the people beside, as in you? Let''s not even talk about other people, you went scrolling through my albums, so you should''ve seen Captain''s pictures, right? Do you honestly think there is any part of you that can compare to her? Looks-wise, accomplishments, anything?!!"


    Her parents then had a noisy exchange. But since her father''s intelligence quotient is solely focused on his work, he couldn''t win against her mother at all, and so could only continue driving while grumbling angrily.


    Xiaoya''s mother then turned back to her daughter from the front messenger seat and said, "Xiaoyu, you must be tired from studying all semester, yes? During the holidays, if you want to go out with your friends, regardless if they''re boys or girls, mom won''t object, alright?"


    Xiaoya: "???"


    Liu Xiangyu looked as though he was knocked in the face. "I didn''t mean it like that, I was just trying to say that serious love is about getting married. You just haven''t been with many people before her, so you only think she is the best. You''re still young right now, so it''s possible you can chose again. If you look at the people beside you now, you''ll find someone more suitable for you."


    Her parents then had a noisy exchange. But since her father''s intelligence quotient is solely focused on his work, he couldn''t win against her mother at all, and so could only continue driving while grumbling angrily.


    And seeing the fringe of grey lining her mother''s temples, Xiaoya said nothing in return.


    Xiaoya was so pissed off by such a chauvinistic display that she stated bluntly, "Look at the people beside, as in you? Let''s not even talk about other people, you went scrolling through my albums, so you should''ve seen Captain''s pictures, right? Do you honestly think there is any part of you that can compare to her? Looks-wise, accomplishments, anything?!!"


    Xiaoya''s dad: "Xiaoyu, how could you talk like that to your dad? Didn''t I tell you before that your not allowed to date in high school!"


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Her mother''s expression was the kindest it had ever been in such a long time.


    Cheng Kexin didn''t know the one who entered was Liu Xiangyu, so she hurriedly tidied up. She had gulped down some noodles too quickly just now, and had risked her life at current for gain a moment of satisfaction.


    But before Xiaoya could speak, her mom replied, "What''s the big deal for a girl to have a boyfriend? Having a boyfriend is no different from studying, it''s not something she can get the hang of in one go. The experience she gets little by little will help in keeping her from being deceived in the future. So, as long as her grades aren''t negatively affected, it''s fine."


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?


    Xiaoya: "Yes. And even though the law won''t give us a marriage certificate, it doesn''t state we''re breaking any laws either."


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    And seeing the fringe of grey lining her mother''s temples, Xiaoya said nothing in return.


    Being modest, Xiaoya replied, "Not too bad." But in actuality, Xiaoya on the exam this time got a lucky buff, the answers for every question was struck or came by luckT/n: the original phrase here is a good luck wish for exams that''s a little rhyme about getting all the answers answered or being lucky enough to luck out if you hit a brick wall. , and it had never been better.


    Xiaoya: "What does that mean?"


    Xiaoya: Which teacher gave them this wrong information???


    Their small car continuing its journey to Nancheng.


    Currently, Cheng Kexin took the bowl of noodle soup back out from under her desk, eating as she asked Xiaoya, "Liu Xiangyu doesn''t look too good, did something happen while you guys were out?"


    The female owner of the eatery eventually brought over two bowls of crossing the bridge noodles over to Xiaoya, having received it, Xiaoya gave her thanks then took them. With Liu Xiangyu she made her way back to the school, saying as they walked, "I hope you can help me keep this secret, but if you''re no willing to, I don''t have the right to force you."


    Cheng Kexin: "But what made you suddenly ask?"


    Cheng Kexin: "Their enrolment rates are higher, but our high school isn''t that bad, either. Besides, if there''s a few top students, they''ll be able to drive up the performance of the entire class. The school is even willing to put out the cash to do so. A top student can get a scholarship worth twenty to thirty thousand yuan, and the tuition fee is cancelled on top of that. There are still a lot of student whose families aren''t that well off in the town."


    iana: it took all of my being to not use: her bountiful peach blossom hath brought all the boys to her yard. Anyhow, Mr. Nan is like a living, breathing ear pimple, the man barely appears yet can cause so much pain. This man laid eyes on her for no more than two minutes, saw her talking with a boy for a few seconds, surmised they were lovers, and told her parents in haste. Like, WTF?

 CH 41

    At a very young age, Xiaoya heard people say the three years she faced at high school would be hell, but she never thought her own high school years would turn out being both a living hell and heaven.


    "When you get to college, there is still more for you to learn." The words she spoke held a clear meaning.


    In her first year of high school, she had met, become friends, and fell in love with Lu Xiaobei¡ªmaking it her heaven. In her second year, she had accidentally come out of the closet, forced apart from Lu Xiaobei and sent off to Yunta High¡ªtransforming it to her hell. Then, in her third (and final) year, her life was again replenished. She could meet with her lover from time to time¡ªmaking that period become her world.


    Cheng Kexin: "Did your folks find someone to accompany you because they''re still worried about you?" Cheng Kexin didn''t ask this without any reason.


    Xiaoya: "You''ve taken the entrance exams several times yet you''re still gonna say it''s words of wisdom?"


    When Xiaoya got off the bus from her school, the first person she saw was Lu Xiaobei. On her upper half, Lu Xiaobei wore nothing but an ordinary white shirt with sleeves folded up in way that was not too neat, somewhat unruly; while her lower half was wrapped in a pair of jeans that had some sequins layered on the front, dazzling under the sunlight.


    "It''s innate," the older girl replied simply.


    Both Xiaoya and Cheng Kexin stared at her, saying nothing more, and continued packing their things.


    Xiaoya: "You''ve taken the entrance exams several times yet you''re still gonna say it''s words of wisdom?"


    In her first year of high school, she had met, become friends, and fell in love with Lu Xiaobei¡ªmaking it her heaven. In her second year, she had accidentally come out of the closet, forced apart from Lu Xiaobei and sent off to Yunta High¡ªtransforming it to her hell. Then, in her third (and final) year, her life was again replenished. She could meet with her lover from time to time¡ªmaking that period become her world.


    However, regardless of what those three years of high school are, to Xiaoya, they will all become the past.


    But Cheng Kexin was no snitch.


    N/A


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    N/A


    The girls of room five-two-oh all packed up their bags, but this time, it was not because they were heading home for the holiday, but because they were heading off to a different battlefield. If there''s anyone who doesn''t know what this "battlefield" was referring to, they can just listen to Cheng Kexin''s curses to find out.


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    Lu Xiaobei: "We''ll have more chances in the future. If you and your family come to an understanding, I can take you on a trip after graduation. If you get your passport in a couple days, we can even go outside the country in August."


    That year, during every weekend, except from the ones where Xiaoya was on holiday, Lu Xiaobei had driven to the school to see her. At the back of the school there was a passageway enclosed by a fence. Back then, Lu Xiaobei would bring her stuff like food or things to use. And while there, the two would chat through the fence, and Xiaoya would joke that it was like visitation in a prison.


    But... I really like it too.


    Anyhow, Lu Xiaobei only mentioned it casually and didn''t care that she was refused.


    But... I really like it too.


    During this period, like this, they persisted in maintaining their love.


    "Why the hell can''t we just take the exams at our own school? Why does the college entrance exams makes us take the test at schools we never been to? What''s going to happen if we''re not used to listening? What if an intruder suddenly breaks in in the middle of exams?" While packing her things, Cheng Kexin couldn''t stop herself from grumbling.


    That''s right, this was the year some of Yunta High''s students would be taking their exams in the city and not at their school. Both Liberal Arts classes would be heading to the city by bus the next day so everyone was getting their stuff ready.


    However, regardless of what those three years of high school are, to Xiaoya, they will all become the past.


    During this period, like this, they persisted in maintaining their love.


    One of the girls there walked over to Cheng Kexin during this and smacked her upside the head. "Can you shut up? I''m already worried and the more you grumble about it the more anxious it''s making me."


    "Why the hell can''t we just take the exams at our own school? Why does the college entrance exams makes us take the test at schools we never been to? What''s going to happen if we''re not used to listening? What if an intruder suddenly breaks in in the middle of exams?" While packing her things, Cheng Kexin couldn''t stop herself from grumbling.


    Tasting them, Xiaoya asked in shock, "Wow, I never knew the food at motels can be this good. It almost tastes like food from a restaurant." When Lu Xiaobei booked their hotel room, it was the same as the one Xiaoya''s high school had made their own reservations. When the time came, Xiaoya figured that having her classmates nearby would put her conscience a bit more at ease.


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    As Xiaoya took two T-shirts and packed it into her bag, she chimed in, "Only you would think up something so weird."


    That''s right, this was the year some of Yunta High''s students would be taking their exams in the city and not at their school. Both Liberal Arts classes would be heading to the city by bus the next day so everyone was getting their stuff ready.


    During this period, like this, they persisted in maintaining their love.


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    Xiaoya lowered her head and used a hand to pat Lu Xiaobei''s forehead. "Please stop with the lovey-dovey talk." Beautiful people can flirt so well too¡ªI hate it.


    Xiaoya chuckled, then seeing the ones on the bus from Yunta High were long in the distance, she took Lu Xiaobei''s hand and said, "I understand."


    Looking at her amusedly, Lu Xiaobei asked, "What exactly are you thinking about, hm?"


    N/A


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    The girls of room five-two-oh all packed up their bags, but this time, it was not because they were heading home for the holiday, but because they were heading off to a different battlefield. If there''s anyone who doesn''t know what this "battlefield" was referring to, they can just listen to Cheng Kexin''s curses to find out.


    Both Xiaoya and Cheng Kexin stared at her, saying nothing more, and continued packing their things.


    Seeing her roommate was very upset, Cheng Kexin comforted, "Being anxious now is good, it means than when you walk into the exam room your hands won''t tremble. If this wasn''t the case, when you arrive n the day to do the exams, you''ll be so flustered and have a hard time that you''ll end up doomed."


    "It''s innate," the older girl replied simply.


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Do you not want me there because you''re not confident enough?"


    As Xiaoya took two T-shirts and packed it into her bag, she chimed in, "Only you would think up something so weird."


    But feeling a bit prickled by this, Xiaoya added, "Stop seducing me, you know I can''t withstand your temptation the most. Before, I said that I was staying with my classmates and I even told my mom. You insisted on coming so..."


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    In her first year of high school, she had met, become friends, and fell in love with Lu Xiaobei¡ªmaking it her heaven. In her second year, she had accidentally come out of the closet, forced apart from Lu Xiaobei and sent off to Yunta High¡ªtransforming it to her hell. Then, in her third (and final) year, her life was again replenished. She could meet with her lover from time to time¡ªmaking that period become her world.


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Mom has money, so mom will invite your friends over and we will make sure to find a clean place to eat."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Xiaoya chuckled, then seeing the ones on the bus from Yunta High were long in the distance, she took Lu Xiaobei''s hand and said, "I understand."


    Xiaoya: "You''ve taken the entrance exams several times yet you''re still gonna say it''s words of wisdom?"


    At a very young age, Xiaoya heard people say the three years she faced at high school would be hell, but she never thought her own high school years would turn out being both a living hell and heaven.


    Lu Xiaobei looked down at her with a smile, saying, "You ran here so fast that your classmates are all looking at you."


    Taking the bag in Xiaoya''s hand, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you nervous?"


    Tasting them, Xiaoya asked in shock, "Wow, I never knew the food at motels can be this good. It almost tastes like food from a restaurant." When Lu Xiaobei booked their hotel room, it was the same as the one Xiaoya''s high school had made their own reservations. When the time came, Xiaoya figured that having her classmates nearby would put her conscience a bit more at ease.


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    Lu Xiaobei wasn''t unhappy by Xiaoya''s honesty in the slightest, but she said, "I don''t want you too bold when you''re taking the exam. In our district there are a few 985 universities but there''s only one Nancheng University in Nancheng. Xiaoya, you can''t be careless otherwise you won''t be able to get into Nancheng..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    Another girl from their room: "Can you guys stop talking about it? I''m already super nervous, okay? I don''t even want to pack up my stuff right now, I just want to climb into my bed and sleep because the exams got here so soon. I''m not ready yet, and the only thing I wish is that one I wake up I''ll be back to being a freshman again." After saying this, the girl really did go to bed while the sun was still high in the sky.


    As Xiaoya took two T-shirts and packed it into her bag, she chimed in, "Only you would think up something so weird."


    College Entrance Exams


    Xiaoya lowered her head and used a hand to pat Lu Xiaobei''s forehead. "Please stop with the lovey-dovey talk." Beautiful people can flirt so well too¡ªI hate it.


    Xiaoya turned around to see her classmates on the bus staring non-stop in her direction, and a lot of them were staring at her and Lu Xiaobei curiously. With a laugh, she waved at them and said, "I''ll be leaving first, bye."


    ?¡ó?


    Both Xiaoya and Cheng Kexin stared at her, saying nothing more, and continued packing their things.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    N/A


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    After some time passed, Cheng Kexin asked Xiaoya, "Is that all you''re bringing?"


    When Cheng Kexin delivered her words of deceit, her face never flushed nor did her heart skip a beat. It made Xiaoya wonder if her having this ability is why things are now so peaceful at home.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    Xiaoya turned around to see her classmates on the bus staring non-stop in her direction, and a lot of them were staring at her and Lu Xiaobei curiously. With a laugh, she waved at them and said, "I''ll be leaving first, bye."


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    Cheng Kexin: "Did your folks find someone to accompany you because they''re still worried about you?" Cheng Kexin didn''t ask this without any reason.


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s heart pounded frantically in excitement, but she had to refuse Lu Xiaobei sadly, "Our revolution is on verge of success, so we can''t let it go to waste halfway through. Our beautiful college days are beckoning me, so I won''t lose it all being greedy for a moment of pleasure." Until then, if Xiaoya''s mother caught wind of everything too early, she wouldn''t let Xiaoya enrol at Nancheng University, putting her at a loss.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Mom has money, so mom will invite your friends over and we will make sure to find a clean place to eat."


    Both Xiaoya and Cheng Kexin stared at her, saying nothing more, and continued packing their things.


    College Entrance Exams


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    Lu Xiaobei: "The day before my college entrance exams, I was actually thinking about you."


    "Why the hell can''t we just take the exams at our own school? Why does the college entrance exams makes us take the test at schools we never been to? What''s going to happen if we''re not used to listening? What if an intruder suddenly breaks in in the middle of exams?" While packing her things, Cheng Kexin couldn''t stop herself from grumbling.


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Do you not want me there because you''re not confident enough?"


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Xiaoya chuckled, then seeing the ones on the bus from Yunta High were long in the distance, she took Lu Xiaobei''s hand and said, "I understand."


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Xiaoya chuckled, then seeing the ones on the bus from Yunta High were long in the distance, she took Lu Xiaobei''s hand and said, "I understand."


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Mom has money, so mom will invite your friends over and we will make sure to find a clean place to eat."


    Hearing this, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei incredulously.


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Xiaoya managed to say something that got rid f that idea of her mother in the end, so as she currently explained there being someone coming to stay with her during the exams, Cheng Kexin naturally thought it was due to her mother still being worried.


    Both Xiaoya and Cheng Kexin stared at her, saying nothing more, and continued packing their things.


    Another girl from their room: "Can you guys stop talking about it? I''m already super nervous, okay? I don''t even want to pack up my stuff right now, I just want to climb into my bed and sleep because the exams got here so soon. I''m not ready yet, and the only thing I wish is that one I wake up I''ll be back to being a freshman again." After saying this, the girl really did go to bed while the sun was still high in the sky.


    But this year was considerably better than the last.


    Another girl from their room: "Can you guys stop talking about it? I''m already super nervous, okay? I don''t even want to pack up my stuff right now, I just want to climb into my bed and sleep because the exams got here so soon. I''m not ready yet, and the only thing I wish is that one I wake up I''ll be back to being a freshman again." After saying this, the girl really did go to bed while the sun was still high in the sky.


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    Without thinking, Xiaoya however answered, "No, she''s my friend and not someone from my family. My mom doesn''t know either, and she thinks I''ll be staying with you guys, so can you back me up?" Xiaoya''s mother did not only know the number for the room Xiaoya would be staying in, she knew Cheng Kexin''s phone number as well. This was because, for one, she as worried about her daughter and was afraid she couldn''t get into contact with her; and two, she couldn''t help from suspecting Xiaoya and wanted to have someone to surveil her on the inside.


    Xiaoya: "No, I don''t. I was doing practice papers up until this morning. Hey, what did you do in the time right before your exams?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    That year, during every weekend, except from the ones where Xiaoya was on holiday, Lu Xiaobei had driven to the school to see her. At the back of the school there was a passageway enclosed by a fence. Back then, Lu Xiaobei would bring her stuff like food or things to use. And while there, the two would chat through the fence, and Xiaoya would joke that it was like visitation in a prison.


    Arriving at the motel, and once there, Xiaoya plopped herself onto a bed and pretended to be distraught as she said, "Aw, it''s a standard room. Why isn''t it a room with a queen-sized bed?"


    The girls of room five-two-oh all packed up their bags, but this time, it was not because they were heading home for the holiday, but because they were heading off to a different battlefield. If there''s anyone who doesn''t know what this "battlefield" was referring to, they can just listen to Cheng Kexin''s curses to find out.


    But Cheng Kexin was no snitch.


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    When Cheng Kexin delivered her words of deceit, her face never flushed nor did her heart skip a beat. It made Xiaoya wonder if her having this ability is why things are now so peaceful at home.


    Xiaoya chuckled, then seeing the ones on the bus from Yunta High were long in the distance, she took Lu Xiaobei''s hand and said, "I understand."


    But this year was considerably better than the last.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Did you bring any books? Do you want to revise a bit, or do you want to play for a while?"


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Seeing her roommate was very upset, Cheng Kexin comforted, "Being anxious now is good, it means than when you walk into the exam room your hands won''t tremble. If this wasn''t the case, when you arrive n the day to do the exams, you''ll be so flustered and have a hard time that you''ll end up doomed."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you think my rationality extends to such degree? Back then, we had just gotten together over the weekend, so of course my mind would be filled with nothing but you. If not for me being so good at studying normally, I bet I would''ve thought about you during the entire time uninterrupted."


    But Cheng Kexin was no snitch.


    When Xiaoya got off the bus from her school, the first person she saw was Lu Xiaobei. On her upper half, Lu Xiaobei wore nothing but an ordinary white shirt with sleeves folded up in way that was not too neat, somewhat unruly; while her lower half was wrapped in a pair of jeans that had some sequins layered on the front, dazzling under the sunlight.


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    That''s right, this was the year some of Yunta High''s students would be taking their exams in the city and not at their school. Both Liberal Arts classes would be heading to the city by bus the next day so everyone was getting their stuff ready.


    Lu Xiaobei: "We''ll have more chances in the future. If you and your family come to an understanding, I can take you on a trip after graduation. If you get your passport in a couple days, we can even go outside the country in August."


    Xiaoya: "I don''t want t read any books, neither do I want to play. I just... want to talk with you. I want you to talk to me. I want to know everything that happened to you in the past two years. I want to know the things I don''t know. I want to know what kind of place Nancheng University is. Whatever you have to say, I just want to hear it all."


    College Entrance Exams


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    Xiaoya: "You''ve taken the entrance exams several times yet you''re still gonna say it''s words of wisdom?"


    From her seat at the middle of the bus, Xiaoya was the first to disembark, running many steps despite feeling as if she strode towards Lu Xiaobei''s side in one. "Captain!"


    Xiaoya managed to say something that got rid f that idea of her mother in the end, so as she currently explained there being someone coming to stay with her during the exams, Cheng Kexin naturally thought it was due to her mother still being worried.


    Taking the bag in Xiaoya''s hand, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you nervous?"


    During this period, like this, they persisted in maintaining their love.


    As her tongue drew out strand of silver, Lu Xiaobei gazed lovingly at a certain someone trying to hide herself under the covers.


    Arriving at the motel, and once there, Xiaoya plopped herself onto a bed and pretended to be distraught as she said, "Aw, it''s a standard room. Why isn''t it a room with a queen-sized bed?"


    Lu Xiaobei looked down at her with a smile, saying, "You ran here so fast that your classmates are all looking at you."


    Lu Xiaobei wasn''t unhappy by Xiaoya''s honesty in the slightest, but she said, "I don''t want you too bold when you''re taking the exam. In our district there are a few 985 universities but there''s only one Nancheng University in Nancheng. Xiaoya, you can''t be careless otherwise you won''t be able to get into Nancheng..."


    One of the girls there walked over to Cheng Kexin during this and smacked her upside the head. "Can you shut up? I''m already worried and the more you grumble about it the more anxious it''s making me."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Xiaoya turned around to see her classmates on the bus staring non-stop in her direction, and a lot of them were staring at her and Lu Xiaobei curiously. With a laugh, she waved at them and said, "I''ll be leaving first, bye."


    Xiaoya: "I don''t want t read any books, neither do I want to play. I just... want to talk with you. I want you to talk to me. I want to know everything that happened to you in the past two years. I want to know the things I don''t know. I want to know what kind of place Nancheng University is. Whatever you have to say, I just want to hear it all."


    As her tongue drew out strand of silver, Lu Xiaobei gazed lovingly at a certain someone trying to hide herself under the covers.


    Lu Xiaobei: "The day before my college entrance exams, I was actually thinking about you."


    When Cheng Kexin delivered her words of deceit, her face never flushed nor did her heart skip a beat. It made Xiaoya wonder if her having this ability is why things are now so peaceful at home.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    Taking the bag in Xiaoya''s hand, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you nervous?"


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    Taking the bag in Xiaoya''s hand, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you nervous?"


    Anyhow, Lu Xiaobei only mentioned it casually and didn''t care that she was refused.


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    N/A


    Xiaoya grabbed a pillow and giggled, "This our first time spending the night out together."


    After some time passed, Cheng Kexin asked Xiaoya, "Is that all you''re bringing?"


    "Kinda. But because I''ve been thinking about you for the past few days, I didn''t get to worry too much about the exams."


    "When you get to college, there is still more for you to learn." The words she spoke held a clear meaning.


    "Kinda. But because I''ve been thinking about you for the past few days, I didn''t get to worry too much about the exams."


    Later that evening, Lu Xiaobei brought a tray full of dishes back to their room.


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Lu Xiaobei looked down at her with a smile, saying, "You ran here so fast that your classmates are all looking at you."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    Lu Xiaobei wasn''t unhappy by Xiaoya''s honesty in the slightest, but she said, "I don''t want you too bold when you''re taking the exam. In our district there are a few 985 universities but there''s only one Nancheng University in Nancheng. Xiaoya, you can''t be careless otherwise you won''t be able to get into Nancheng..."


    Lu Xiaobei looked down at her with a smile, saying, "You ran here so fast that your classmates are all looking at you."


    But Cheng Kexin was no snitch.


    Looking at her amusedly, Lu Xiaobei asked, "What exactly are you thinking about, hm?"


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    Tasting them, Xiaoya asked in shock, "Wow, I never knew the food at motels can be this good. It almost tastes like food from a restaurant." When Lu Xiaobei booked their hotel room, it was the same as the one Xiaoya''s high school had made their own reservations. When the time came, Xiaoya figured that having her classmates nearby would put her conscience a bit more at ease.


    "It''s innate," the older girl replied simply.


    But this year was considerably better than the last.


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    That year, during every weekend, except from the ones where Xiaoya was on holiday, Lu Xiaobei had driven to the school to see her. At the back of the school there was a passageway enclosed by a fence. Back then, Lu Xiaobei would bring her stuff like food or things to use. And while there, the two would chat through the fence, and Xiaoya would joke that it was like visitation in a prison.


    Xiaoya''s heart pounded frantically in excitement, but she had to refuse Lu Xiaobei sadly, "Our revolution is on verge of success, so we can''t let it go to waste halfway through. Our beautiful college days are beckoning me, so I won''t lose it all being greedy for a moment of pleasure." Until then, if Xiaoya''s mother caught wind of everything too early, she wouldn''t let Xiaoya enrol at Nancheng University, putting her at a loss.


    College Entrance Exams


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    When Xiaoya got off the bus from her school, the first person she saw was Lu Xiaobei. On her upper half, Lu Xiaobei wore nothing but an ordinary white shirt with sleeves folded up in way that was not too neat, somewhat unruly; while her lower half was wrapped in a pair of jeans that had some sequins layered on the front, dazzling under the sunlight.


    Xiaoya chuckled, then seeing the ones on the bus from Yunta High were long in the distance, she took Lu Xiaobei''s hand and said, "I understand."


    The girls of room five-two-oh all packed up their bags, but this time, it was not because they were heading home for the holiday, but because they were heading off to a different battlefield. If there''s anyone who doesn''t know what this "battlefield" was referring to, they can just listen to Cheng Kexin''s curses to find out.


    Arriving at the motel, and once there, Xiaoya plopped herself onto a bed and pretended to be distraught as she said, "Aw, it''s a standard room. Why isn''t it a room with a queen-sized bed?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    One of the girls there walked over to Cheng Kexin during this and smacked her upside the head. "Can you shut up? I''m already worried and the more you grumble about it the more anxious it''s making me."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Xiaoya lowered her head and used a hand to pat Lu Xiaobei''s forehead. "Please stop with the lovey-dovey talk." Beautiful people can flirt so well too¡ªI hate it.


    During this period, like this, they persisted in maintaining their love.


    Looking at her amusedly, Lu Xiaobei asked, "What exactly are you thinking about, hm?"


    However, regardless of what those three years of high school are, to Xiaoya, they will all become the past.


    Tasting them, Xiaoya asked in shock, "Wow, I never knew the food at motels can be this good. It almost tastes like food from a restaurant." When Lu Xiaobei booked their hotel room, it was the same as the one Xiaoya''s high school had made their own reservations. When the time came, Xiaoya figured that having her classmates nearby would put her conscience a bit more at ease.


    Lu Xiaobei wasn''t unhappy by Xiaoya''s honesty in the slightest, but she said, "I don''t want you too bold when you''re taking the exam. In our district there are a few 985 universities but there''s only one Nancheng University in Nancheng. Xiaoya, you can''t be careless otherwise you won''t be able to get into Nancheng..."


    Xiaoya''s heart pounded frantically in excitement, but she had to refuse Lu Xiaobei sadly, "Our revolution is on verge of success, so we can''t let it go to waste halfway through. Our beautiful college days are beckoning me, so I won''t lose it all being greedy for a moment of pleasure." Until then, if Xiaoya''s mother caught wind of everything too early, she wouldn''t let Xiaoya enrol at Nancheng University, putting her at a loss.


    As her tongue drew out strand of silver, Lu Xiaobei gazed lovingly at a certain someone trying to hide herself under the covers.


    ?¡ó?


    "When you get to college, there is still more for you to learn." The words she spoke held a clear meaning.


    After dinner.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you think my rationality extends to such degree? Back then, we had just gotten together over the weekend, so of course my mind would be filled with nothing but you. If not for me being so good at studying normally, I bet I would''ve thought about you during the entire time uninterrupted."


    Lu Xiaobei: "We''ll have more chances in the future. If you and your family come to an understanding, I can take you on a trip after graduation. If you get your passport in a couple days, we can even go outside the country in August."


    Another girl from their room: "Can you guys stop talking about it? I''m already super nervous, okay? I don''t even want to pack up my stuff right now, I just want to climb into my bed and sleep because the exams got here so soon. I''m not ready yet, and the only thing I wish is that one I wake up I''ll be back to being a freshman again." After saying this, the girl really did go to bed while the sun was still high in the sky.


    Xiaoya: "I don''t want t read any books, neither do I want to play. I just... want to talk with you. I want you to talk to me. I want to know everything that happened to you in the past two years. I want to know the things I don''t know. I want to know what kind of place Nancheng University is. Whatever you have to say, I just want to hear it all."


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s heart pounded frantically in excitement, but she had to refuse Lu Xiaobei sadly, "Our revolution is on verge of success, so we can''t let it go to waste halfway through. Our beautiful college days are beckoning me, so I won''t lose it all being greedy for a moment of pleasure." Until then, if Xiaoya''s mother caught wind of everything too early, she wouldn''t let Xiaoya enrol at Nancheng University, putting her at a loss.


    Xiaoya: "Well, no wonder. You... hold on, you did?"


    Anyhow, Lu Xiaobei only mentioned it casually and didn''t care that she was refused.


    Arriving at the motel, and once there, Xiaoya plopped herself onto a bed and pretended to be distraught as she said, "Aw, it''s a standard room. Why isn''t it a room with a queen-sized bed?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    Xiaoya: "No, I don''t. I was doing practice papers up until this morning. Hey, what did you do in the time right before your exams?"


    Looking at that simple minded guy chomping away, Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''m the one who made it."


    Xiaoya lowered her head and used a hand to pat Lu Xiaobei''s forehead. "Please stop with the lovey-dovey talk." Beautiful people can flirt so well too¡ªI hate it.


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    But feeling a bit prickled by this, Xiaoya added, "Stop seducing me, you know I can''t withstand your temptation the most. Before, I said that I was staying with my classmates and I even told my mom. You insisted on coming so..."


    One of the girls there walked over to Cheng Kexin during this and smacked her upside the head. "Can you shut up? I''m already worried and the more you grumble about it the more anxious it''s making me."


    Xiaoya: "Well, no wonder. You... hold on, you did?"


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    Xiaoya lowered her head and used a hand to pat Lu Xiaobei''s forehead. "Please stop with the lovey-dovey talk." Beautiful people can flirt so well too¡ªI hate it.


    Lu Xiaobei looked down at her with a smile, saying, "You ran here so fast that your classmates are all looking at you."


    Lu Xiaobei used the only method she had to stop that endlessly chattering little mouth, the tip of her nimble tongue wantonly sweeping and seizing control of its claimed territory while the other, without offering the slightest bit of defence, instantly cast aside its armour in defeat.


    Without thinking, Xiaoya however answered, "No, she''s my friend and not someone from my family. My mom doesn''t know either, and she thinks I''ll be staying with you guys, so can you back me up?" Xiaoya''s mother did not only know the number for the room Xiaoya would be staying in, she knew Cheng Kexin''s phone number as well. This was because, for one, she as worried about her daughter and was afraid she couldn''t get into contact with her; and two, she couldn''t help from suspecting Xiaoya and wanted to have someone to surveil her on the inside.


    As her tongue drew out strand of silver, Lu Xiaobei gazed lovingly at a certain someone trying to hide herself under the covers.


    Looking at that simple minded guy chomping away, Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''m the one who made it."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Did you bring any books? Do you want to revise a bit, or do you want to play for a while?"


    But this year was considerably better than the last.


    "When you get to college, there is still more for you to learn." The words she spoke held a clear meaning.


    From her seat at the middle of the bus, Xiaoya was the first to disembark, running many steps despite feeling as if she strode towards Lu Xiaobei''s side in one. "Captain!"


    And feeling wronged, Xiaoya asked in reply, "I never had anyone to practice with. Hey, why are you so good at kissing?"


    But this year was considerably better than the last.


    Lu Xiaobei looked down at her with a smile, saying, "You ran here so fast that your classmates are all looking at you."


    ?¡ó?


    But... I really like it too.


    "It''s innate," the older girl replied simply.


    "It''s innate," the older girl replied simply.


    In her first year of high school, she had met, become friends, and fell in love with Lu Xiaobei¡ªmaking it her heaven. In her second year, she had accidentally come out of the closet, forced apart from Lu Xiaobei and sent off to Yunta High¡ªtransforming it to her hell. Then, in her third (and final) year, her life was again replenished. She could meet with her lover from time to time¡ªmaking that period become her world.


    Later that evening, Lu Xiaobei brought a tray full of dishes back to their room.


    Xiaoya: "You''ve taken the entrance exams several times yet you''re still gonna say it''s words of wisdom?"


    Tasting them, Xiaoya asked in shock, "Wow, I never knew the food at motels can be this good. It almost tastes like food from a restaurant." When Lu Xiaobei booked their hotel room, it was the same as the one Xiaoya''s high school had made their own reservations. When the time came, Xiaoya figured that having her classmates nearby would put her conscience a bit more at ease.


    Lu Xiaobei: "We''ll have more chances in the future. If you and your family come to an understanding, I can take you on a trip after graduation. If you get your passport in a couple days, we can even go outside the country in August."


    Xiaoya: "I don''t want t read any books, neither do I want to play. I just... want to talk with you. I want you to talk to me. I want to know everything that happened to you in the past two years. I want to know the things I don''t know. I want to know what kind of place Nancheng University is. Whatever you have to say, I just want to hear it all."


    "Kinda. But because I''ve been thinking about you for the past few days, I didn''t get to worry too much about the exams."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    Looking at her amusedly, Lu Xiaobei asked, "What exactly are you thinking about, hm?"


    "Why the hell can''t we just take the exams at our own school? Why does the college entrance exams makes us take the test at schools we never been to? What''s going to happen if we''re not used to listening? What if an intruder suddenly breaks in in the middle of exams?" While packing her things, Cheng Kexin couldn''t stop herself from grumbling.


    Looking at that simple minded guy chomping away, Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''m the one who made it."


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    ?¡ó?


    After dinner.


    Xiaoya: "Well, no wonder. You... hold on, you did?"


    Looking at her amusedly, Lu Xiaobei asked, "What exactly are you thinking about, hm?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "The next couple days are very important, so I won''t be able to relax if other people made it."


    Lu Xiaobei used the only method she had to stop that endlessly chattering little mouth, the tip of her nimble tongue wantonly sweeping and seizing control of its claimed territory while the other, without offering the slightest bit of defence, instantly cast aside its armour in defeat.


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    "It''s innate," the older girl replied simply.


    By her food plus her love, Xiaoya felt moved to tears. "You don''t really need to go through so much trouble."


    Xiaoya grabbed a pillow and giggled, "This our first time spending the night out together."


    Lu Xiaobei: "During my college entrance exams you were outside keeping everything in order. You were there with me during my exams, so I want to be there with you during yours, too. So please don''t hold it against me for insisting on coming here, Xiaoya. I just want be there with you for all the important moments of your life."


    N/A


    Tasting them, Xiaoya asked in shock, "Wow, I never knew the food at motels can be this good. It almost tastes like food from a restaurant." When Lu Xiaobei booked their hotel room, it was the same as the one Xiaoya''s high school had made their own reservations. When the time came, Xiaoya figured that having her classmates nearby would put her conscience a bit more at ease.


    When Cheng Kexin delivered her words of deceit, her face never flushed nor did her heart skip a beat. It made Xiaoya wonder if her having this ability is why things are now so peaceful at home.


    After dinner.


    But... I really like it too.


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    Xiaoya: "Well, no wonder. You... hold on, you did?"


    As Xiaoya took two T-shirts and packed it into her bag, she chimed in, "Only you would think up something so weird."


    But feeling a bit prickled by this, Xiaoya added, "Stop seducing me, you know I can''t withstand your temptation the most. Before, I said that I was staying with my classmates and I even told my mom. You insisted on coming so..."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Did you bring any books? Do you want to revise a bit, or do you want to play for a while?"


    By her food plus her love, Xiaoya felt moved to tears. "You don''t really need to go through so much trouble."


    Xiaoya: "No, I don''t. I was doing practice papers up until this morning. Hey, what did you do in the time right before your exams?"


    After some time passed, Cheng Kexin asked Xiaoya, "Is that all you''re bringing?"


    Xiaoya: "Well, no wonder. You... hold on, you did?"


    But this year was considerably better than the last.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei incredulously.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    One of the girls there walked over to Cheng Kexin during this and smacked her upside the head. "Can you shut up? I''m already worried and the more you grumble about it the more anxious it''s making me."


    That''s right, this was the year some of Yunta High''s students would be taking their exams in the city and not at their school. Both Liberal Arts classes would be heading to the city by bus the next day so everyone was getting their stuff ready.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you think my rationality extends to such degree? Back then, we had just gotten together over the weekend, so of course my mind would be filled with nothing but you. If not for me being so good at studying normally, I bet I would''ve thought about you during the entire time uninterrupted."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Guess."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you think my rationality extends to such degree? Back then, we had just gotten together over the weekend, so of course my mind would be filled with nothing but you. If not for me being so good at studying normally, I bet I would''ve thought about you during the entire time uninterrupted."


    Xiaoya thought for a while, and given Lu Xiaobei''s usually unmoved and indifferent bearing, she guessed, "What you normally do? I think that even if the world would end tomorrow, you would still spend the day doing the same thing as usual because you spend each day doing what you want to do."


    Lu Xiaobei: "The next couple days are very important, so I won''t be able to relax if other people made it."


    Lu Xiaobei: "The day before my college entrance exams, I was actually thinking about you."


    As her tongue drew out strand of silver, Lu Xiaobei gazed lovingly at a certain someone trying to hide herself under the covers.


    Hearing this, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei incredulously.


    Xiaoya''s mother: "Do you not want me there because you''re not confident enough?"


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    Looking at that simple minded guy chomping away, Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''m the one who made it."


    College Entrance Exams


    Without thinking, Xiaoya however answered, "No, she''s my friend and not someone from my family. My mom doesn''t know either, and she thinks I''ll be staying with you guys, so can you back me up?" Xiaoya''s mother did not only know the number for the room Xiaoya would be staying in, she knew Cheng Kexin''s phone number as well. This was because, for one, she as worried about her daughter and was afraid she couldn''t get into contact with her; and two, she couldn''t help from suspecting Xiaoya and wanted to have someone to surveil her on the inside.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you think my rationality extends to such degree? Back then, we had just gotten together over the weekend, so of course my mind would be filled with nothing but you. If not for me being so good at studying normally, I bet I would''ve thought about you during the entire time uninterrupted."


    Seeing her roommate was very upset, Cheng Kexin comforted, "Being anxious now is good, it means than when you walk into the exam room your hands won''t tremble. If this wasn''t the case, when you arrive n the day to do the exams, you''ll be so flustered and have a hard time that you''ll end up doomed."


    Xiaoya lowered her head and used a hand to pat Lu Xiaobei''s forehead. "Please stop with the lovey-dovey talk." Beautiful people can flirt so well too¡ªI hate it.


    "Kinda. But because I''ve been thinking about you for the past few days, I didn''t get to worry too much about the exams."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah. I have a friend who''s going to stay with me during my exams, we booked a room on the top floor ans she said she''d bring me daily necessities."


    When Xiaoya got off the bus from her school, the first person she saw was Lu Xiaobei. On her upper half, Lu Xiaobei wore nothing but an ordinary white shirt with sleeves folded up in way that was not too neat, somewhat unruly; while her lower half was wrapped in a pair of jeans that had some sequins layered on the front, dazzling under the sunlight.


    But... I really like it too.


    After dinner.


    That year, during every weekend, except from the ones where Xiaoya was on holiday, Lu Xiaobei had driven to the school to see her. At the back of the school there was a passageway enclosed by a fence. Back then, Lu Xiaobei would bring her stuff like food or things to use. And while there, the two would chat through the fence, and Xiaoya would joke that it was like visitation in a prison.


    That year, during every weekend, except from the ones where Xiaoya was on holiday, Lu Xiaobei had driven to the school to see her. At the back of the school there was a passageway enclosed by a fence. Back then, Lu Xiaobei would bring her stuff like food or things to use. And while there, the two would chat through the fence, and Xiaoya would joke that it was like visitation in a prison.


    N/A


    But... I really like it too.


    During this period, like this, they persisted in maintaining their love.


    When Xiaoya got off the bus from her school, the first person she saw was Lu Xiaobei. On her upper half, Lu Xiaobei wore nothing but an ordinary white shirt with sleeves folded up in way that was not too neat, somewhat unruly; while her lower half was wrapped in a pair of jeans that had some sequins layered on the front, dazzling under the sunlight.


    Xiaoya''s heart pounded frantically in excitement, but she had to refuse Lu Xiaobei sadly, "Our revolution is on verge of success, so we can''t let it go to waste halfway through. Our beautiful college days are beckoning me, so I won''t lose it all being greedy for a moment of pleasure." Until then, if Xiaoya''s mother caught wind of everything too early, she wouldn''t let Xiaoya enrol at Nancheng University, putting her at a loss.


    Cheng Kexin: "Did your folks find someone to accompany you because they''re still worried about you?" Cheng Kexin didn''t ask this without any reason.


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    A few days ago, Xiaoya found out they would be taking the college entrance exams outside the school, but she didn''t know the exact location as yet and told her family just that. Her mother without a doubt wanted to accompany her during that period, but Xiaoya had told her: "Mom, no other student is having their parents come with then during the exams. If you suddenly showed up here, it might ruin my usual rhythm and cause stuff to go out of wack."


    "Kinda. But because I''ve been thinking about you for the past few days, I didn''t get to worry too much about the exams."


    Xiaoya: "..."


    ...


    ...


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    Cheng Kexin: "Hey, these are words of wisdom."


    Looking at that simple minded guy chomping away, Lu Xiaobei replied, "I''m the one who made it."


    Only a few students was fond of the idea of going to an examination location somewhere else. Not only could being in an unfamiliar location negatively affect their performance, there was also added costs such as food and lodging. All of which made the possibility of Cheng Kexin''s "being seated next to a known top student" greatly reduced. Leaving aside the one''s leaving things up to chance, Yunta High covered the costs for some of the poor top students accommodations which was a good thing.


    Xiaoya felt as though he mother was being unreasonable, trying to do her job well. "If I''m invited out to eat with my friends and you''re there, do I go eat with them, or do I eat with you?"


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    Xiaoya: "I don''t want t read any books, neither do I want to play. I just... want to talk with you. I want you to talk to me. I want to know everything that happened to you in the past two years. I want to know the things I don''t know. I want to know what kind of place Nancheng University is. Whatever you have to say, I just want to hear it all."


    The favoured ones are always fearless. And as such, Xiaoya pricked up her brow as she looked at Lu Xiaobei and asked, "So if I don''t get into Nancheng University, what will we do?"


    "...a long distance relationship will be our only recourse, then," Lu Xiaobei replied.


    When Cheng Kexin delivered her words of deceit, her face never flushed nor did her heart skip a beat. It made Xiaoya wonder if her having this ability is why things are now so peaceful at home.

 CH 42

    When Xiaoya entered Nancheng University, Lu Xiaobei was already in her third year.


    The wheat coloured boy: "Oh, well, I''m a second year student and also your senior. Would you like me to give you a hand? I can accompany you through the enrolment procedures then take you to your room.


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    It was a golden autumn in September, and the fall air had dyed the leaves amber, which little by little, fell gracefully to blanket all of the university campus'' path.


    Xiaoya then added, "There are pics from our Christmas Day celebrations in our first year, so you can go look at them to see if I got my eyes done. As for my nose, do you want to pinch it? Xiaoya leaned down as she said that, to make it easier for the two girls to reach up.


    Xiaoya flipped her suitcase horizontally then took one end frmly in hand and indicated to Lu Xiaobei to grab the other. "Then we can just do it together, yeah?" Regardless of the situation, she only wished for the two of them to do the thing together. That way, even if it''s dull and boring, by this act alone, it would become interesting.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    Xiaoya struggled to lift her suitcase from her taxi, then in the sea of people flowing through the campus gates, her gaze cut through the crowd to fall upon a waiting Lu Xiaobei. From under the big tree at the gate where she was waiting, Lu Xiaobei''s gaze had found Xiaoya''s too.


    "You don''t need to, really." The two girls waved as they spoke.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya to a welcoming booth for new students, where there were many students already lined up, so the two stood at the back of the line. Then, without warning, Lu Xiaobei spoke. "At NUT/N: Nancheng University. Not Novel Updates, there''s one saying: guard against fires, guard against theft, and guard against senior brothers."


    And at having such a scene before her, Xiaoya let out a laugh.


    To outsiders, Lu Xiaobei was always lofty and indifferent, so to the words of this junior brother, she gave an unfeeling "hm" in response. But when she turned to face Xiaoya, she said in a voice that hit like a spring breeze, "Let''s go, yeah?"


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    "Hello, are you a new student at Nancheng University?" Looking behind her, Xiaoya saw a boy with wheat coloured skin standing not too far away as he introduced himself.


    Xiaoya: ...


    When Xiaoya entered Nancheng University, Lu Xiaobei was already in her third year.


    But despite her being able to transfer majors if she performed extremely well, Mo Yichen wasn''t interested. In the end, she signed up for five other colleges all located in Nancheng''s college town.


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    Xiaoya guessed that Lu Xiaobei was probably thinking that if Mo Yichen focused on her future career, she gain many successes. If she went to first tier city, she would be able to see more of the expand her horizons which would better her future.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am."


    Xiaoya did not retreat, turning around, she made her way to where those two girls were while pulling out her phone and going online. "Well, I clearly remember my scores during the final exams for our first year being better than the both of yours." Xiaoya then raised her phone so they could see the page on the screen with her college entrance exam results. "And look, it seems my exam scores should be good enough to get me into NU."


    Xiaoya guessed that Lu Xiaobei was probably thinking that if Mo Yichen focused on her future career, she gain many successes. If she went to first tier city, she would be able to see more of the expand her horizons which would better her future.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you know me?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    Taking a couple steps to leave with Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya looked back at that boy to bid him farewell. "I''ve known Captain since high school, I was her junior sister." Why does it feel like I''m bragging?


    "You don''t need to, really." The two girls waved as they spoke.


    Funnily enough, while there, some students had secretly asked Mo Yichen for Xiaoya''s name, wanting to get to know her. Then after Mo Yichen told them, they wanted to invite Xiaoya into their class'' chat group again,T/n: I''m pretty sure Xiaoya was never in the class chat group to begin with. So, irony. using the exact words: "At that end of the day, we have all been classmates for a year, and that was also fate."


    The wheat coloured boy: "Oh, well, I''m a second year student and also your senior. Would you like me to give you a hand? I can accompany you through the enrolment procedures then take you to your room.


    Xiaoya''s performance during the exams was stable, and more than sixty points above the cut-off line for the school. So except for a few Ace Majors, she could pursue many other majors at Nancheng.


    Xiaoya guessed that Lu Xiaobei was probably thinking that if Mo Yichen focused on her future career, she gain many successes. If she went to first tier city, she would be able to see more of the expand her horizons which would better her future.


    Xiaoya: "You''re eyes are just bad, so what would I be mad about?"


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    The wheat coloured boy: "Oh, well, I''m a second year student and also your senior. Would you like me to give you a hand? I can accompany you through the enrolment procedures then take you to your room.


    And that the two were together, at the same school and able to see each other, she thought everything would be alright.


    After Xiaoya "tortured" Lu Xiaobei until she was satisfied, she went with Lu Xiaobei to her room to pack her things.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    The dorms at Nancheng University were ordinary, with just beds, a desk, a balcony, and a washroom. But compared to Yunta High, it was bounds upon bounds better¡ªit was only a four person room!


    When Lu Xiaobei just started university, her father bought her an apartment near the school in her name, and apart from the occasion school related nightly activities, she spent most off her time off-campus.


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    Because of her mother''s "strict supervision" over the past couple years, not only did she miss out time with Lu Xiaobei, she also lost contact with most of her former friends.


    Another girl then chimed in, "Yeah, definitely. Nobody in the class even recognised her. Just now, the sports committee head went to as Mo Yichen for her name. It''s impossible for a person to change that much in a year. Plus, look at her checking out Nancheng University. You can change your whole face, but you can never change your brain."


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    Xiaoya: ??


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    "Hi, this underclassman is my friend." A pair of slender arms moved in front of this boy to pull Xiaoya''s suitcase away, with Lu Xiao then taking her place beside Xiaoya, then draping a hand over the younger girl''s shoulder.


    Lu Xiaobei pointed to a circle of boys in the distance and explained, "For the past two days they''ve been hanging around out there, and every time they spot a pretty freshman, they rock-paper-scissors to decide who goes out to pick her up."


    Xiaoya then tugged on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve coquettishly, knowing full well Lu Xiaobei couldn''t bear it when she acted like she wronged. "But... I really wanted us to live together, you know?"


    It was a golden autumn in September, and the fall air had dyed the leaves amber, which little by little, fell gracefully to blanket all of the university campus'' path.


    The boy no longer tried to give his assistance, as he stood there wearing a disappointed expression. "Oh." He sounded surprised. "You''re Senior Lu Xiaobei?"


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    While Xiaoya and Mo Yichen stood at the Nancheng University admissions booth, there were many people around them, but most were looking their way enviously. Not many students got admitted to a university like NU.


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    Lu Xiaobei: "If the girl''s looks aren''t outstanding, none of them are willing to go. Just now, when you arrived, they hesitated for a long time reluctantly sending someone out."


    Xiaoya''s performance during the exams was stable, and more than sixty points above the cut-off line for the school. So except for a few Ace Majors, she could pursue many other majors at Nancheng.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you know me?"


    After the college entrance exams, Xiaoya''s original high high school held a college enrolment fair where representatives from nearby colleges all set up stalls. Mo Yichen had invited Xiaoya to go with her, not only for the sake of the two hanging out, but also for them to learn more about how to fill in the application form.


    Xiaoya: "I can manage."


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    This year, even though Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei can see each other often, ultimately, they''ll still end up spend more time separated than not. After all the effort Xiaoya spent getting into university, she really wanted to stay stuck to Lu Xiaobei all the time.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am."


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    iana: some context for the raising little brother thing if it came off harsh. Sometimes the worse thing that could happen to a girl who was born as an only child, or just older, in families like Yichen''s is getting a younger brother, especially one with a significant age gap. If the family is really patriarchal, the daughter can go from being the spoiled child, or just an average kid, to a substitute parent or bottom of the food chain real quick. If finances are limited, education resources will be diverted to the son because "the daughter will be married off anyhow." And that''s if those girls are lucky enough to have it be on the table at all.


    Taking a couple steps to leave with Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya looked back at that boy to bid him farewell. "I''ve known Captain since high school, I was her junior sister." Why does it feel like I''m bragging?


    What Xiaoya never expected that when she would meet Mo Yichen now, not only would her expression have become cold and worn, but she also lost even more weight than she had over the summer holidays, becoming gaunt. Only when she saw Xiaoya did Mo Yichen wear a soft smile, but the feeling such expression was meant to carry never made it to her eyes.


    To outsiders, Lu Xiaobei was always lofty and indifferent, so to the words of this junior brother, she gave an unfeeling "hm" in response. But when she turned to face Xiaoya, she said in a voice that hit like a spring breeze, "Let''s go, yeah?"


    In Nancheng City, only Nancheng University was located at its heart, below the mountains and rivers. While the other universities were located at the south of Nancheng City, in the suburban areas, where the land was cheaper. Which was why there were many in that area.


    Xiaoya struggled to lift her suitcase from her taxi, then in the sea of people flowing through the campus gates, her gaze cut through the crowd to fall upon a waiting Lu Xiaobei. From under the big tree at the gate where she was waiting, Lu Xiaobei''s gaze had found Xiaoya''s too.


    Lu Xiaobei pointed to a circle of boys in the distance and explained, "For the past two days they''ve been hanging around out there, and every time they spot a pretty freshman, they rock-paper-scissors to decide who goes out to pick her up."


    Xiaoya then added, "There are pics from our Christmas Day celebrations in our first year, so you can go look at them to see if I got my eyes done. As for my nose, do you want to pinch it? Xiaoya leaned down as she said that, to make it easier for the two girls to reach up.


    Who told you to call me ugly, huh? Hmph!


    Xiaoya guessed that Lu Xiaobei was probably thinking that if Mo Yichen focused on her future career, she gain many successes. If she went to first tier city, she would be able to see more of the expand her horizons which would better her future.


    Two years ago, when Xiaoya ran into people like this who talked behind her back and didn''t grasp the concept of lowering their voice, all she would do was retreat quietly. But this year, she had met Cheng Kexin, and dared to stand on the podium to announce the top ten "crimes" of the school; she also attained Lu Xiaobei''s recognition, so unlike before, she now had self-confidence.


    Taking a couple steps to leave with Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya looked back at that boy to bid him farewell. "I''ve known Captain since high school, I was her junior sister." Why does it feel like I''m bragging?


    University


    The wheat coloured boy: "Oh, well, I''m a second year student and also your senior. Would you like me to give you a hand? I can accompany you through the enrolment procedures then take you to your room.


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    Xiaoya: ...


    With that the two girls stopped talking.


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya to a welcoming booth for new students, where there were many students already lined up, so the two stood at the back of the line. Then, without warning, Lu Xiaobei spoke. "At NUT/N: Nancheng University. Not Novel Updates, there''s one saying: guard against fires, guard against theft, and guard against senior brothers."


    But "it was unnecessary." Those were the words Xiaoya relayed to Mo Yichen. Class chat groups or alumni associations were only to keep class friendships from breaking apart, but she had no such friendships with that original class, so there was no worry for anything to break apart. Rather than accidentally causing trouble, it would be better to to keep things as they are now and just be a mere acquaintance.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    The wheat coloured boy: "Oh, well, I''m a second year student and also your senior. Would you like me to give you a hand? I can accompany you through the enrolment procedures then take you to your room.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    Xiaoya: ...


    Xiaoya: ??


    And at having such a scene before her, Xiaoya let out a laugh.


    Lu Xiaobei pointed to a circle of boys in the distance and explained, "For the past two days they''ve been hanging around out there, and every time they spot a pretty freshman, they rock-paper-scissors to decide who goes out to pick her up."


    But despite her being able to transfer majors if she performed extremely well, Mo Yichen wasn''t interested. In the end, she signed up for five other colleges all located in Nancheng''s college town.


    University


    After Xiaoya "tortured" Lu Xiaobei until she was satisfied, she went with Lu Xiaobei to her room to pack her things.


    With that the two girls stopped talking.


    "Hello, are you a new student at Nancheng University?" Looking behind her, Xiaoya saw a boy with wheat coloured skin standing not too far away as he introduced himself.


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    Xiaoya looked over to see a slightly chubby girl, who just got out of a taxi, pulling her suitcase while looking around curiously, seeming to be a new student as well. Those seniors did not rock-paper-scissors, however; instead, they shoved one another until a pretty boy wearing classes was the one who hesitantly helped the girl carry her case.


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    Lu Xiaobei: "If the girl''s looks aren''t outstanding, none of them are willing to go. Just now, when you arrived, they hesitated for a long time reluctantly sending someone out."


    Xiaoya: "I can manage."


    Xiaoya: ...


    What Xiaoya never expected that when she would meet Mo Yichen now, not only would her expression have become cold and worn, but she also lost even more weight than she had over the summer holidays, becoming gaunt. Only when she saw Xiaoya did Mo Yichen wear a soft smile, but the feeling such expression was meant to carry never made it to her eyes.


    "Hi, this underclassman is my friend." A pair of slender arms moved in front of this boy to pull Xiaoya''s suitcase away, with Lu Xiao then taking her place beside Xiaoya, then draping a hand over the younger girl''s shoulder.


    "You don''t need to, really." The two girls waved as they spoke.


    The boy no longer tried to give his assistance, as he stood there wearing a disappointed expression. "Oh." He sounded surprised. "You''re Senior Lu Xiaobei?"


    "You don''t need to, really." The two girls waved as they spoke.


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    Taking a couple steps to leave with Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya looked back at that boy to bid him farewell. "I''ve known Captain since high school, I was her junior sister." Why does it feel like I''m bragging?


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    University


    When Lu Xiaobei just started university, her father bought her an apartment near the school in her name, and apart from the occasion school related nightly activities, she spent most off her time off-campus.


    Taking a couple steps to leave with Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya looked back at that boy to bid him farewell. "I''ve known Captain since high school, I was her junior sister." Why does it feel like I''m bragging?


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Are you mad?"


    Xiaoya flipped her suitcase horizontally then took one end frmly in hand and indicated to Lu Xiaobei to grab the other. "Then we can just do it together, yeah?" Regardless of the situation, she only wished for the two of them to do the thing together. That way, even if it''s dull and boring, by this act alone, it would become interesting.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Let me carry it up for you."


    But to this response, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei with slow blinking eyes, and indeed, Lu Xiaobei had no immunity against such an attack, leaving her no choice but to give in. "During your first year, you have evening self-study sessions so you have to stay at school properly. But during your second year, if you still want to stay with me, you can just move our, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei pointed to a circle of boys in the distance and explained, "For the past two days they''ve been hanging around out there, and every time they spot a pretty freshman, they rock-paper-scissors to decide who goes out to pick her up."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Let me carry it up for you."


    Xiaoya: "You''re eyes are just bad, so what would I be mad about?"


    "Hello, are you a new student at Nancheng University?" Looking behind her, Xiaoya saw a boy with wheat coloured skin standing not too far away as he introduced himself.


    Xiaoya then added, "There are pics from our Christmas Day celebrations in our first year, so you can go look at them to see if I got my eyes done. As for my nose, do you want to pinch it? Xiaoya leaned down as she said that, to make it easier for the two girls to reach up.


    "Hello, are you a new student at Nancheng University?" Looking behind her, Xiaoya saw a boy with wheat coloured skin standing not too far away as he introduced himself.


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei laughed.


    After lunch, Lu Xiaobei''s advisor came to find her so she had to go to the Math Department, leaving Xiaoya alone. Xiaoya didn''t want to to head back to her room yet, as it was still early, so she contacted Mo Yichen and made her way to the college town.


    After a while, it was almost Xiaoya''s turn in the line. Tugging Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve she asked, "Captain, am I really not going to live with you?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Let me carry it up for you."


    After a while, it was almost Xiaoya''s turn in the line. Tugging Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve she asked, "Captain, am I really not going to live with you?"


    The boy no longer tried to give his assistance, as he stood there wearing a disappointed expression. "Oh." He sounded surprised. "You''re Senior Lu Xiaobei?"


    When Lu Xiaobei just started university, her father bought her an apartment near the school in her name, and apart from the occasion school related nightly activities, she spent most off her time off-campus.


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    Xiaoya: "I can manage."


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    This year, even though Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei can see each other often, ultimately, they''ll still end up spend more time separated than not. After all the effort Xiaoya spent getting into university, she really wanted to stay stuck to Lu Xiaobei all the time.


    Two years ago, when Xiaoya ran into people like this who talked behind her back and didn''t grasp the concept of lowering their voice, all she would do was retreat quietly. But this year, she had met Cheng Kexin, and dared to stand on the podium to announce the top ten "crimes" of the school; she also attained Lu Xiaobei''s recognition, so unlike before, she now had self-confidence.


    Xiaoya then tugged on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve coquettishly, knowing full well Lu Xiaobei couldn''t bear it when she acted like she wronged. "But... I really wanted us to live together, you know?"


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    But to this response, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei with slow blinking eyes, and indeed, Lu Xiaobei had no immunity against such an attack, leaving her no choice but to give in. "During your first year, you have evening self-study sessions so you have to stay at school properly. But during your second year, if you still want to stay with me, you can just move our, okay?"


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    Xiaoya thought it was like this, and the problems Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had was because they were in different places before.


    Xiaoya then tugged on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve coquettishly, knowing full well Lu Xiaobei couldn''t bear it when she acted like she wronged. "But... I really wanted us to live together, you know?"


    "Hi, this underclassman is my friend." A pair of slender arms moved in front of this boy to pull Xiaoya''s suitcase away, with Lu Xiao then taking her place beside Xiaoya, then draping a hand over the younger girl''s shoulder.


    Lu Xiaobei: "We can still see each other everyday."


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    When Mo Yichen does something she devotes her entire self to it, and although she''s not very good at communicating, when she runs into a situation, she''s very good at de-escalation and calming things down.


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    Xiaoya: ??


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    Xiaoya thought it was like this, and the problems Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had was because they were in different places before.


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    But to this response, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei with slow blinking eyes, and indeed, Lu Xiaobei had no immunity against such an attack, leaving her no choice but to give in. "During your first year, you have evening self-study sessions so you have to stay at school properly. But during your second year, if you still want to stay with me, you can just move our, okay?"


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    Lu Xiaobei: "If the girl''s looks aren''t outstanding, none of them are willing to go. Just now, when you arrived, they hesitated for a long time reluctantly sending someone out."


    What happened in that year was not something held a grudge over.


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    But to this response, Xiaoya lifted her head and stared at Lu Xiaobei with slow blinking eyes, and indeed, Lu Xiaobei had no immunity against such an attack, leaving her no choice but to give in. "During your first year, you have evening self-study sessions so you have to stay at school properly. But during your second year, if you still want to stay with me, you can just move our, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you know me?"


    Xiaoya did not retreat, turning around, she made her way to where those two girls were while pulling out her phone and going online. "Well, I clearly remember my scores during the final exams for our first year being better than the both of yours." Xiaoya then raised her phone so they could see the page on the screen with her college entrance exam results. "And look, it seems my exam scores should be good enough to get me into NU."


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    After Xiaoya "tortured" Lu Xiaobei until she was satisfied, she went with Lu Xiaobei to her room to pack her things.


    Xiaoya: ??


    Lu Xiaobei: "Let me carry it up for you."


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    Xiaoya flipped her suitcase horizontally then took one end frmly in hand and indicated to Lu Xiaobei to grab the other. "Then we can just do it together, yeah?" Regardless of the situation, she only wished for the two of them to do the thing together. That way, even if it''s dull and boring, by this act alone, it would become interesting.


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    Who told you to call me ugly, huh? Hmph!


    Lu Xiaobei: "If the girl''s looks aren''t outstanding, none of them are willing to go. Just now, when you arrived, they hesitated for a long time reluctantly sending someone out."


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    The boy no longer tried to give his assistance, as he stood there wearing a disappointed expression. "Oh." He sounded surprised. "You''re Senior Lu Xiaobei?"


    What Xiaoya never expected that when she would meet Mo Yichen now, not only would her expression have become cold and worn, but she also lost even more weight than she had over the summer holidays, becoming gaunt. Only when she saw Xiaoya did Mo Yichen wear a soft smile, but the feeling such expression was meant to carry never made it to her eyes.


    After Xiaoya "tortured" Lu Xiaobei until she was satisfied, she went with Lu Xiaobei to her room to pack her things.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    But Xiaoya and Mo Yichen were different, although Mi Yichen was taciturn and Xiaoya was unpredictable, the two held the same views on certain things and would often hang out together. What''s more, neither of them were "naturally bent" so they had no lesbian friends around them, so every now and again they would meet up to talk about private things, and as a result, they had grown even closer.


    Xiaoya thought it was like this, and the problems Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had was because they were in different places before.


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    When Mo Yichen does something she devotes her entire self to it, and although she''s not very good at communicating, when she runs into a situation, she''s very good at de-escalation and calming things down.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Let me carry it up for you."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Do you know me?"


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    And that the two were together, at the same school and able to see each other, she thought everything would be alright.


    After lunch, Lu Xiaobei''s advisor came to find her so she had to go to the Math Department, leaving Xiaoya alone. Xiaoya didn''t want to to head back to her room yet, as it was still early, so she contacted Mo Yichen and made her way to the college town.


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    Xiaoya: "I can manage."


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya to a welcoming booth for new students, where there were many students already lined up, so the two stood at the back of the line. Then, without warning, Lu Xiaobei spoke. "At NUT/N: Nancheng University. Not Novel Updates, there''s one saying: guard against fires, guard against theft, and guard against senior brothers."


    But Xiaoya and Mo Yichen were different, although Mi Yichen was taciturn and Xiaoya was unpredictable, the two held the same views on certain things and would often hang out together. What''s more, neither of them were "naturally bent" so they had no lesbian friends around them, so every now and again they would meet up to talk about private things, and as a result, they had grown even closer.


    But, by staying in Nancheng, she and Xiang Yi can be together. And for Mo Yichen, that probably makes her happy.


    "No, there''s no need to." Mo Yichen answered faintly.


    With that the two girls stopped talking.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    When Xiaoya entered Nancheng University, Lu Xiaobei was already in her third year.


    Xiaoya thought it was like this, and the problems Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had was because they were in different places before.


    Xiaoya then tugged on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve coquettishly, knowing full well Lu Xiaobei couldn''t bear it when she acted like she wronged. "But... I really wanted us to live together, you know?"


    Xiaoya guessed that Lu Xiaobei was probably thinking that if Mo Yichen focused on her future career, she gain many successes. If she went to first tier city, she would be able to see more of the expand her horizons which would better her future.


    And at having such a scene before her, Xiaoya let out a laugh.


    Xiaoya flipped her suitcase horizontally then took one end frmly in hand and indicated to Lu Xiaobei to grab the other. "Then we can just do it together, yeah?" Regardless of the situation, she only wished for the two of them to do the thing together. That way, even if it''s dull and boring, by this act alone, it would become interesting.


    It was a golden autumn in September, and the fall air had dyed the leaves amber, which little by little, fell gracefully to blanket all of the university campus'' path.


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    Xiaoya: "You''re eyes are just bad, so what would I be mad about?"


    It was a golden autumn in September, and the fall air had dyed the leaves amber, which little by little, fell gracefully to blanket all of the university campus'' path.


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    The dorms at Nancheng University were ordinary, with just beds, a desk, a balcony, and a washroom. But compared to Yunta High, it was bounds upon bounds better¡ªit was only a four person room!


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    In addition to that, there was the matter of Mo Yichen''s family. After her parents age, not only would they require her assistance, but she might also have to take on the responsibility of caring for know-nothing younger brother. Mo Yichen showing filial piety to her parents is one thing, and taking on the responsibility for a brother well over a decade younger than her is another.


    After lunch, Lu Xiaobei''s advisor came to find her so she had to go to the Math Department, leaving Xiaoya alone. Xiaoya didn''t want to to head back to her room yet, as it was still early, so she contacted Mo Yichen and made her way to the college town.


    And that the two were together, at the same school and able to see each other, she thought everything would be alright.


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    In Nancheng City, only Nancheng University was located at its heart, below the mountains and rivers. While the other universities were located at the south of Nancheng City, in the suburban areas, where the land was cheaper. Which was why there were many in that area.


    The dorms at Nancheng University were ordinary, with just beds, a desk, a balcony, and a washroom. But compared to Yunta High, it was bounds upon bounds better¡ªit was only a four person room!


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    The boy no longer tried to give his assistance, as he stood there wearing a disappointed expression. "Oh." He sounded surprised. "You''re Senior Lu Xiaobei?"


    Because of her mother''s "strict supervision" over the past couple years, not only did she miss out time with Lu Xiaobei, she also lost contact with most of her former friends.


    But, by staying in Nancheng, she and Xiang Yi can be together. And for Mo Yichen, that probably makes her happy.


    "Hi, this underclassman is my friend." A pair of slender arms moved in front of this boy to pull Xiaoya''s suitcase away, with Lu Xiao then taking her place beside Xiaoya, then draping a hand over the younger girl''s shoulder.


    Xiaoya: "I can manage."


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    Lu Xiaobei pointed to a circle of boys in the distance and explained, "For the past two days they''ve been hanging around out there, and every time they spot a pretty freshman, they rock-paper-scissors to decide who goes out to pick her up."


    But "it was unnecessary." Those were the words Xiaoya relayed to Mo Yichen. Class chat groups or alumni associations were only to keep class friendships from breaking apart, but she had no such friendships with that original class, so there was no worry for anything to break apart. Rather than accidentally causing trouble, it would be better to to keep things as they are now and just be a mere acquaintance.


    This year, even though Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei can see each other often, ultimately, they''ll still end up spend more time separated than not. After all the effort Xiaoya spent getting into university, she really wanted to stay stuck to Lu Xiaobei all the time.


    But Xiaoya and Mo Yichen were different, although Mi Yichen was taciturn and Xiaoya was unpredictable, the two held the same views on certain things and would often hang out together. What''s more, neither of them were "naturally bent" so they had no lesbian friends around them, so every now and again they would meet up to talk about private things, and as a result, they had grown even closer.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya to a welcoming booth for new students, where there were many students already lined up, so the two stood at the back of the line. Then, without warning, Lu Xiaobei spoke. "At NUT/N: Nancheng University. Not Novel Updates, there''s one saying: guard against fires, guard against theft, and guard against senior brothers."


    The dorms at Nancheng University were ordinary, with just beds, a desk, a balcony, and a washroom. But compared to Yunta High, it was bounds upon bounds better¡ªit was only a four person room!


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    After lunch, Lu Xiaobei''s advisor came to find her so she had to go to the Math Department, leaving Xiaoya alone. Xiaoya didn''t want to to head back to her room yet, as it was still early, so she contacted Mo Yichen and made her way to the college town.


    After the college entrance exams, Xiaoya''s original high high school held a college enrolment fair where representatives from nearby colleges all set up stalls. Mo Yichen had invited Xiaoya to go with her, not only for the sake of the two hanging out, but also for them to learn more about how to fill in the application form.


    After this, Xiaoya had told Lu Xiaobei about Mo Yichen''s choice.


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    When Mo Yichen does something she devotes her entire self to it, and although she''s not very good at communicating, when she runs into a situation, she''s very good at de-escalation and calming things down.


    Xiaoya: ...


    "Hello, are you a new student at Nancheng University?" Looking behind her, Xiaoya saw a boy with wheat coloured skin standing not too far away as he introduced himself.


    Funnily enough, while there, some students had secretly asked Mo Yichen for Xiaoya''s name, wanting to get to know her. Then after Mo Yichen told them, they wanted to invite Xiaoya into their class'' chat group again,T/n: I''m pretty sure Xiaoya was never in the class chat group to begin with. So, irony. using the exact words: "At that end of the day, we have all been classmates for a year, and that was also fate."


    Hearing this, Lu Xiaobei laughed.


    When Lu Xiaobei just started university, her father bought her an apartment near the school in her name, and apart from the occasion school related nightly activities, she spent most off her time off-campus.


    What Xiaoya never expected that when she would meet Mo Yichen now, not only would her expression have become cold and worn, but she also lost even more weight than she had over the summer holidays, becoming gaunt. Only when she saw Xiaoya did Mo Yichen wear a soft smile, but the feeling such expression was meant to carry never made it to her eyes.


    Funnily enough, while there, some students had secretly asked Mo Yichen for Xiaoya''s name, wanting to get to know her. Then after Mo Yichen told them, they wanted to invite Xiaoya into their class'' chat group again,T/n: I''m pretty sure Xiaoya was never in the class chat group to begin with. So, irony. using the exact words: "At that end of the day, we have all been classmates for a year, and that was also fate."


    Xiaoya: "You''re eyes are just bad, so what would I be mad about?"


    Xiaoya: "I can manage."


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    What happened in that year was not something held a grudge over.


    Lu Xiaobei: "You can''t carry it all by yourself."


    But "it was unnecessary." Those were the words Xiaoya relayed to Mo Yichen. Class chat groups or alumni associations were only to keep class friendships from breaking apart, but she had no such friendships with that original class, so there was no worry for anything to break apart. Rather than accidentally causing trouble, it would be better to to keep things as they are now and just be a mere acquaintance.


    After Xiaoya "tortured" Lu Xiaobei until she was satisfied, she went with Lu Xiaobei to her room to pack her things.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    Funnily enough, while there, some students had secretly asked Mo Yichen for Xiaoya''s name, wanting to get to know her. Then after Mo Yichen told them, they wanted to invite Xiaoya into their class'' chat group again,T/n: I''m pretty sure Xiaoya was never in the class chat group to begin with. So, irony. using the exact words: "At that end of the day, we have all been classmates for a year, and that was also fate."


    While Xiaoya and Mo Yichen stood at the Nancheng University admissions booth, there were many people around them, but most were looking their way enviously. Not many students got admitted to a university like NU.


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am."


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    "Didn''t we talk this over many times already?" Lu Xiaobei swept Xiaoya''s bangs aside, then said gently, "You''ll get to make new friends and take part in extracurricular activities living on-campus, and that''s also an important part of college life. I don''t you to regret anything after you leave university."


    N/A


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    Xiaoya then tugged on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve coquettishly, knowing full well Lu Xiaobei couldn''t bear it when she acted like she wronged. "But... I really wanted us to live together, you know?"


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    After this, Xiaoya had told Lu Xiaobei about Mo Yichen''s choice.


    Another girl then chimed in, "Yeah, definitely. Nobody in the class even recognised her. Just now, the sports committee head went to as Mo Yichen for her name. It''s impossible for a person to change that much in a year. Plus, look at her checking out Nancheng University. You can change your whole face, but you can never change your brain."


    When Lu Xiaobei just started university, her father bought her an apartment near the school in her name, and apart from the occasion school related nightly activities, she spent most off her time off-campus.


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    But despite her being able to transfer majors if she performed extremely well, Mo Yichen wasn''t interested. In the end, she signed up for five other colleges all located in Nancheng''s college town.


    University


    Funnily enough, while there, some students had secretly asked Mo Yichen for Xiaoya''s name, wanting to get to know her. Then after Mo Yichen told them, they wanted to invite Xiaoya into their class'' chat group again,T/n: I''m pretty sure Xiaoya was never in the class chat group to begin with. So, irony. using the exact words: "At that end of the day, we have all been classmates for a year, and that was also fate."


    To outsiders, Lu Xiaobei was always lofty and indifferent, so to the words of this junior brother, she gave an unfeeling "hm" in response. But when she turned to face Xiaoya, she said in a voice that hit like a spring breeze, "Let''s go, yeah?"


    After a while, it was almost Xiaoya''s turn in the line. Tugging Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve she asked, "Captain, am I really not going to live with you?"


    Two years ago, when Xiaoya ran into people like this who talked behind her back and didn''t grasp the concept of lowering their voice, all she would do was retreat quietly. But this year, she had met Cheng Kexin, and dared to stand on the podium to announce the top ten "crimes" of the school; she also attained Lu Xiaobei''s recognition, so unlike before, she now had self-confidence.


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    Xiaoya did not retreat, turning around, she made her way to where those two girls were while pulling out her phone and going online. "Well, I clearly remember my scores during the final exams for our first year being better than the both of yours." Xiaoya then raised her phone so they could see the page on the screen with her college entrance exam results. "And look, it seems my exam scores should be good enough to get me into NU."


    To which Lu Xiaobei said regretfully, "She could''ve gone to Beijing or Shanghai."


    Xiaoya then added, "There are pics from our Christmas Day celebrations in our first year, so you can go look at them to see if I got my eyes done. As for my nose, do you want to pinch it? Xiaoya leaned down as she said that, to make it easier for the two girls to reach up.


    To which Lu Xiaobei said regretfully, "She could''ve gone to Beijing or Shanghai."


    Xiaoya''s performance during the exams was stable, and more than sixty points above the cut-off line for the school. So except for a few Ace Majors, she could pursue many other majors at Nancheng.


    Who told you to call me ugly, huh? Hmph!


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    With that the two girls stopped talking.


    While Xiaoya and Mo Yichen stood at the Nancheng University admissions booth, there were many people around them, but most were looking their way enviously. Not many students got admitted to a university like NU.


    After Xiaoya "tortured" Lu Xiaobei until she was satisfied, she went with Lu Xiaobei to her room to pack her things.


    After this, Xiaoya had told Lu Xiaobei about Mo Yichen''s choice.


    While Xiaoya and Mo Yichen stood at the Nancheng University admissions booth, there were many people around them, but most were looking their way enviously. Not many students got admitted to a university like NU.


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    Xiaoya then added, "There are pics from our Christmas Day celebrations in our first year, so you can go look at them to see if I got my eyes done. As for my nose, do you want to pinch it? Xiaoya leaned down as she said that, to make it easier for the two girls to reach up.


    Xiaoya struggled to lift her suitcase from her taxi, then in the sea of people flowing through the campus gates, her gaze cut through the crowd to fall upon a waiting Lu Xiaobei. From under the big tree at the gate where she was waiting, Lu Xiaobei''s gaze had found Xiaoya''s too.


    iana: some context for the raising little brother thing if it came off harsh. Sometimes the worse thing that could happen to a girl who was born as an only child, or just older, in families like Yichen''s is getting a younger brother, especially one with a significant age gap. If the family is really patriarchal, the daughter can go from being the spoiled child, or just an average kid, to a substitute parent or bottom of the food chain real quick. If finances are limited, education resources will be diverted to the son because "the daughter will be married off anyhow." And that''s if those girls are lucky enough to have it be on the table at all.


    Because of her mother''s "strict supervision" over the past couple years, not only did she miss out time with Lu Xiaobei, she also lost contact with most of her former friends.


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    Lu Xiaobei pointed to a circle of boys in the distance and explained, "For the past two days they''ve been hanging around out there, and every time they spot a pretty freshman, they rock-paper-scissors to decide who goes out to pick her up."


    "You don''t need to, really." The two girls waved as they spoke.


    With that the two girls stopped talking.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    Even though Mo Yichen said nothing, Xiaoya guessed it was because of Xiang Yi. Xiang Yi did the entrance exams a year earlier, and she was now at a university in the college town majoring in Communication.


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    In addition to that, there was the matter of Mo Yichen''s family. After her parents age, not only would they require her assistance, but she might also have to take on the responsibility of caring for know-nothing younger brother. Mo Yichen showing filial piety to her parents is one thing, and taking on the responsibility for a brother well over a decade younger than her is another.


    Who told you to call me ugly, huh? Hmph!


    "Hello, are you a new student at Nancheng University?" Looking behind her, Xiaoya saw a boy with wheat coloured skin standing not too far away as he introduced himself.


    Pointing at the booth for Nancheng University, Xiaoya asked Mo Yichen, "Do you want to ask anything?"


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    To which Lu Xiaobei said regretfully, "She could''ve gone to Beijing or Shanghai."


    Despite her internally gesturing a "yay ?", Xiaoya said to the contrary, "But for half of your fourth year you''ll be out doing your internship."


    Xiaoya: "Yes, I am."


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    Even though Mo Yichen said nothing, Xiaoya guessed it was because of Xiang Yi. Xiang Yi did the entrance exams a year earlier, and she was now at a university in the college town majoring in Communication.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    "No, there''s no need to." Mo Yichen answered faintly.


    Funnily enough, while there, some students had secretly asked Mo Yichen for Xiaoya''s name, wanting to get to know her. Then after Mo Yichen told them, they wanted to invite Xiaoya into their class'' chat group again,T/n: I''m pretty sure Xiaoya was never in the class chat group to begin with. So, irony. using the exact words: "At that end of the day, we have all been classmates for a year, and that was also fate."


    The dorms at Nancheng University were ordinary, with just beds, a desk, a balcony, and a washroom. But compared to Yunta High, it was bounds upon bounds better¡ªit was only a four person room!


    Her Captain... she was always amazing.


    Xiaoya: "Thanks, but you don;t need to go through the trouble."


    Xiaoya flipped her suitcase horizontally then took one end frmly in hand and indicated to Lu Xiaobei to grab the other. "Then we can just do it together, yeah?" Regardless of the situation, she only wished for the two of them to do the thing together. That way, even if it''s dull and boring, by this act alone, it would become interesting.


    Xiaoya''s performance during the exams was stable, and more than sixty points above the cut-off line for the school. So except for a few Ace Majors, she could pursue many other majors at Nancheng.


    But, by staying in Nancheng, she and Xiang Yi can be together. And for Mo Yichen, that probably makes her happy.


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    When Mo Yichen does something she devotes her entire self to it, and although she''s not very good at communicating, when she runs into a situation, she''s very good at de-escalation and calming things down.


    After lunch, Lu Xiaobei''s advisor came to find her so she had to go to the Math Department, leaving Xiaoya alone. Xiaoya didn''t want to to head back to her room yet, as it was still early, so she contacted Mo Yichen and made her way to the college town.


    While Xiaoya and Mo Yichen stood at the Nancheng University admissions booth, there were many people around them, but most were looking their way enviously. Not many students got admitted to a university like NU.


    Who told you to call me ugly, huh? Hmph!


    Taking a couple steps to leave with Lu Xiaobei, Xiaoya looked back at that boy to bid him farewell. "I''ve known Captain since high school, I was her junior sister." Why does it feel like I''m bragging?


    But despite her being able to transfer majors if she performed extremely well, Mo Yichen wasn''t interested. In the end, she signed up for five other colleges all located in Nancheng''s college town.


    What happened in that year was not something held a grudge over.


    N/A


    To outsiders, Lu Xiaobei was always lofty and indifferent, so to the words of this junior brother, she gave an unfeeling "hm" in response. But when she turned to face Xiaoya, she said in a voice that hit like a spring breeze, "Let''s go, yeah?"


    Even though Mo Yichen said nothing, Xiaoya guessed it was because of Xiang Yi. Xiang Yi did the entrance exams a year earlier, and she was now at a university in the college town majoring in Communication.


    After a while, it was almost Xiaoya''s turn in the line. Tugging Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve she asked, "Captain, am I really not going to live with you?"


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    After the college entrance exams, Xiaoya''s original high high school held a college enrolment fair where representatives from nearby colleges all set up stalls. Mo Yichen had invited Xiaoya to go with her, not only for the sake of the two hanging out, but also for them to learn more about how to fill in the application form.


    Before the exams, Mo Yichen seemed to have had some issues at home, so her score was almost near on the admissions threshold for NU, but she could only qualify for Biology, or other unpopular major.


    After this, Xiaoya had told Lu Xiaobei about Mo Yichen''s choice.


    "No, there''s no need to." Mo Yichen answered faintly.


    And at having such a scene before her, Xiaoya let out a laugh.


    Xiaoya''s performance during the exams was stable, and more than sixty points above the cut-off line for the school. So except for a few Ace Majors, she could pursue many other majors at Nancheng.


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    After lunch, Lu Xiaobei''s advisor came to find her so she had to go to the Math Department, leaving Xiaoya alone. Xiaoya didn''t want to to head back to her room yet, as it was still early, so she contacted Mo Yichen and made her way to the college town.


    University


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    To which Lu Xiaobei said regretfully, "She could''ve gone to Beijing or Shanghai."


    Lu Xiaobei: "We can still see each other everyday."


    What happened in that year was not something held a grudge over.


    But "it was unnecessary." Those were the words Xiaoya relayed to Mo Yichen. Class chat groups or alumni associations were only to keep class friendships from breaking apart, but she had no such friendships with that original class, so there was no worry for anything to break apart. Rather than accidentally causing trouble, it would be better to to keep things as they are now and just be a mere acquaintance.


    When Mo Yichen does something she devotes her entire self to it, and although she''s not very good at communicating, when she runs into a situation, she''s very good at de-escalation and calming things down.


    Xiaoya looked over to see a slightly chubby girl, who just got out of a taxi, pulling her suitcase while looking around curiously, seeming to be a new student as well. Those seniors did not rock-paper-scissors, however; instead, they shoved one another until a pretty boy wearing classes was the one who hesitantly helped the girl carry her case.


    Xiaoya guessed that Lu Xiaobei was probably thinking that if Mo Yichen focused on her future career, she gain many successes. If she went to first tier city, she would be able to see more of the expand her horizons which would better her future.


    Xiaoya straightened herself. "But this is your only chance to..." Before she was done speaking, the girls turned tail, scurrying away. People like that weren''t worth her time.


    But "it was unnecessary." Those were the words Xiaoya relayed to Mo Yichen. Class chat groups or alumni associations were only to keep class friendships from breaking apart, but she had no such friendships with that original class, so there was no worry for anything to break apart. Rather than accidentally causing trouble, it would be better to to keep things as they are now and just be a mere acquaintance.


    After a while, it was almost Xiaoya''s turn in the line. Tugging Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve she asked, "Captain, am I really not going to live with you?"


    Xiaoya then tugged on Lu Xiaobei''s sleeve coquettishly, knowing full well Lu Xiaobei couldn''t bear it when she acted like she wronged. "But... I really wanted us to live together, you know?"


    Xiaoya then turned her head to face the line, pouring all her attention on the queue and no longer said a word.


    Xiaoya thought it was like this, and the problems Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had was because they were in different places before.


    Xiaoya struggled to lift her suitcase from her taxi, then in the sea of people flowing through the campus gates, her gaze cut through the crowd to fall upon a waiting Lu Xiaobei. From under the big tree at the gate where she was waiting, Lu Xiaobei''s gaze had found Xiaoya''s too.


    In addition to that, there was the matter of Mo Yichen''s family. After her parents age, not only would they require her assistance, but she might also have to take on the responsibility of caring for know-nothing younger brother. Mo Yichen showing filial piety to her parents is one thing, and taking on the responsibility for a brother well over a decade younger than her is another.


    Another girl then chimed in, "Yeah, definitely. Nobody in the class even recognised her. Just now, the sports committee head went to as Mo Yichen for her name. It''s impossible for a person to change that much in a year. Plus, look at her checking out Nancheng University. You can change your whole face, but you can never change your brain."


    Xiaoya asked the enrolment officer a few questions about selecting a major, then as she was about to leave, she heard a girl gossiping behind her. "Hey, that''s Yu Xiaoya, right? Did she go get a face-lift? The corners of her eyes look wider, I think she got a nose job, and probably skin whitening injections to lighten her face."


    The boy scratched his head, looking a bit shy. "Last year, you led the team for this school in the National Undergraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling and got first place, when this university missed out being in the finals for a decade. So there aren''t a lot of students at this school who wouldn''t know about you Senior."


    Xiaoya''s high school dorm room was locate on the fifth floor, now, she had moved up one more floor to room six-twenty.


    In Nancheng City, only Nancheng University was located at its heart, below the mountains and rivers. While the other universities were located at the south of Nancheng City, in the suburban areas, where the land was cheaper. Which was why there were many in that area.


    After this, Xiaoya had told Lu Xiaobei about Mo Yichen''s choice.


    Xiaoya struggled to lift her suitcase from her taxi, then in the sea of people flowing through the campus gates, her gaze cut through the crowd to fall upon a waiting Lu Xiaobei. From under the big tree at the gate where she was waiting, Lu Xiaobei''s gaze had found Xiaoya''s too.


    But, by staying in Nancheng, she and Xiang Yi can be together. And for Mo Yichen, that probably makes her happy.


    The sophomore: "It''s fine, it''s no trouble at all. Everyone comes here for the new students, the school requests it." As he spoke, he tried to help Xiaoya push her suitcase.


    Xiaoya thought it was like this, and the problems Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi had was because they were in different places before.


    This year, even though Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei can see each other often, ultimately, they''ll still end up spend more time separated than not. After all the effort Xiaoya spent getting into university, she really wanted to stay stuck to Lu Xiaobei all the time.


    When Xiaoya entered Nancheng University, Lu Xiaobei was already in her third year.


    But, by staying in Nancheng, she and Xiang Yi can be together. And for Mo Yichen, that probably makes her happy.


    And that the two were together, at the same school and able to see each other, she thought everything would be alright.


    There was no one beside Lu Xiaobei, but regardless if it was a boy of girl, both couldn''t help but turn to look at her when she passed by.


    It was a golden autumn in September, and the fall air had dyed the leaves amber, which little by little, fell gracefully to blanket all of the university campus'' path.


    When the got there, the other girls had not arrived as yet, so Lu Xiaobei cleaned up the place a bit before leaving to go eat.


    What Xiaoya never expected that when she would meet Mo Yichen now, not only would her expression have become cold and worn, but she also lost even more weight than she had over the summer holidays, becoming gaunt. Only when she saw Xiaoya did Mo Yichen wear a soft smile, but the feeling such expression was meant to carry never made it to her eyes.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Are you mad?"

 CH 43

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    Xiaoya bolted towards Mo Yichen excitedly. "Yichen! You''re here! I brought you cake from the dessert shop near NU. I said I''d treat you the next time you came last time, didn''t I?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes. She''s making excuses for Xiang Yi. Anyhow, this is nothing you should concern yourself about. It''s not your business."


    When Xiaoya got over to Mo Yichen, she noticed how loose the other girl''s short was and asked in shock, "Why are you so thin? And your complexion doesn''t look so good either. You already had a nice figure, so there was no reason for you to lose any weight, you know?"


    For a long time, Xiaoya said nothing. Looking at Mo Yichen''s calm demeanour, she tentatively asked, "Are you going to break up with Xiang Yi?"


    After washing up, Xiaoya called Lu Xiaobei. She told her all about the situation between Mo Yichen ad Xiang Yi, then asked her, "Tell me, what should I do to get Yichen to break things off? When it comes to cheating, it''ll happen either zero times, or countless times. What''s more, from what Yichen told me, after Xiang Yi came back to Nancheng, she didn''t even show an ounce of guilt."


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    "I honestly didn''t think much of it back then. I refused her clearly, but I didn''t block her. But as a result, after I went a day without checking my Weibo, I opened it to find 99+ messages left by her. I gave her my phone number, and that day she had cried miserably and told me many things about her and Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen''s voice was indifferent as she spoke. It was none of the things she was saying had anything to do with her at all.


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    Hearing her, Mo Yichen smiled before replying, "It''s nothing."


    But Lu Xiaobei confirmed, "Yes, really."


    So, uncomfortably, she went on to say, "I know they when they get back together, it is very likely their relationship won''t be any better. But all I can do is helplessly look on from the sidelines."


    Mo Yichen


    But, for some reason, Xiaoya felt that smile her friend wore was a bit frail. So in a no nonsense manner, Xiaoya then asked, "There''s something wrong, isn''t there? Is it your family, or... Xiang Yi?"


    But never did she imagine Mo Yichen would give such a vague response.


    Xiaoya was doubtful. "Really?"


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    This answer was one Xiaoya never expected. She thought that according to Mo Yichen''s character, she had either not believed the girl and would confront Xiang Yi; or she believed the girl and after having enough evidence of Xiang Yi come out, she would break up with her directly.


    "So Xiang Yi really had her legs straddling two boats? Did you ever find out why she cut ties with that girl?" Xiaoya questioned.


    So, uncomfortably, she went on to say, "I know they when they get back together, it is very likely their relationship won''t be any better. But all I can do is helplessly look on from the sidelines."


    Xiaoya bolted towards Mo Yichen excitedly. "Yichen! You''re here! I brought you cake from the dessert shop near NU. I said I''d treat you the next time you came last time, didn''t I?"


    Mo Yichen and Xiaoya strolled down the street of the college town. Apart from the occasional car speeding past them, on that road, only their footsteps and rustle of wind blown leaves could be heard.


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Xiaoya: "How could it not be my business!!! I know Xiang Yi too, and Yichen is my friend!!! If we don''t stop them from heading to that cliff now, won''t both be even sadder in the future?"


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    Xiaoya felt her eyes moisten, the words she was hearing were just too cruel.


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    Xiaoya''s thoughts were a mess so she opened her drawer and pulled out a postcard, with everything that happened today she wanted to write them all down, along with her concerns for the future. By the time she was done, the entire postcard was filled with densely packed words, the only space left was just enough for a stamp and the card''s address. Such a postcard was not suitable for the PC (postcard exchange service), so she signed up for a domestic delivery app and sent her card to someone with the ID ''Female Hobbies?''.


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


    But Xiaoya then asked her, "In the future, are we going to cheat too?"


    When they have conflicting opinions, Lu Xiaobei never argued with Xiaoya. Otherwise, her blunt way of speaking would result in Xiaoya crying and it would be her fault. While this would lead Xiaoya o wrongly think that she had won their debate despite being wrong.


    Mo Yichen


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    "I honestly didn''t think much of it back then. I refused her clearly, but I didn''t block her. But as a result, after I went a day without checking my Weibo, I opened it to find 99+ messages left by her. I gave her my phone number, and that day she had cried miserably and told me many things about her and Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen''s voice was indifferent as she spoke. It was none of the things she was saying had anything to do with her at all.


    Xiaoya then asked cautiously, "Did something happen?"


    Mo Yichen: "She also told me she had a boyfriend back then. He was a really good person, according to her, and she really believed she liked him. But after meeting Xiang Yi, it seems she finally found what real love felt like. She did her best to find imaginary faults in him, and it was something she did without realising it herself. At least not until he apologised to her, and said he was the one to blame. Which was when she realised she wanted to break up with him, her heart had changed."


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    To which Mo Yichen replied, "It was something that happened a long time ago, but I got a call about it recently. It was from a old classmate of Xiang Yi''s who she used to go to school with. The girl said she and Xiang Yi got along really well but the two had a falling out and Xiang Yi stopped talking to her. She was hoping I could help her get in contact with Xiang Yi again.


    Mo Yichen


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    "I still haven''t told her," Mo Yichen replied simply.


    Mo Yichen thought it over for a moment, but she shook her head and responded, "There''s no reason she would know."


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    Xiaoya felt her eyes moisten, the words she was hearing were just too cruel.


    Xiaoya then asked cautiously, "Did something happen?"


    Xiaoya: "Did you tell Xiang Yi about it?"


    "I asked her why she only thought of trying to find her now when a whole year had passed. And she cried a whole lot after I asked her that, then she said she did get into contact with Xiang Yi at that time. She had used a lot of people''s phones to call her but she only got through once. When Xiang Yi answered, she told her they were over and then she changed her number again. She said she had no way to get in touch with her, there was nothing she could do. She even thought of letting everything go, too. She says she even thought she had, but then she started seeing Xiang Yi in her dreams over and over, realising she had missed her."


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t care if the person who got it understood her ramblings or not, she only needed to complain to Lu Xiaobei once, and write everything out once. And with that alone, her mood felt much better.


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    Xiaoya: "Did you tell Xiang Yi about it?"


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    Xiaoya was doubtful. "Really?"


    Mo Yichen: "No. Right now I wished I had told her about it back then, it would''ve been better. That girl said she had seem Xiang Yi on my Weibo and figured she and I were good friends. She wanted to ask me for any other way to contact Xiang Yi, but I didn;t give her any. Back then I figured if Xiang Yi was so determined to cut ties with her that must''ve been a good reason."


    Mo Yichen: "No. Right now I wished I had told her about it back then, it would''ve been better. That girl said she had seem Xiang Yi on my Weibo and figured she and I were good friends. She wanted to ask me for any other way to contact Xiang Yi, but I didn;t give her any. Back then I figured if Xiang Yi was so determined to cut ties with her that must''ve been a good reason."


    Xiaoya: "Okay, then. I''m letting you go first today." After saying that, Xiaoya hung up.


    When Xiaoya got over to Mo Yichen, she noticed how loose the other girl''s short was and asked in shock, "Why are you so thin? And your complexion doesn''t look so good either. You already had a nice figure, so there was no reason for you to lose any weight, you know?"


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


    But Lu Xiaobei confirmed, "Yes, really."


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei sat there with a darkened questioning face, thinking: How is it that Xiang Yi does something wrong, yet I''m getting blamed.


    When Xiaoya got over to Mo Yichen, she noticed how loose the other girl''s short was and asked in shock, "Why are you so thin? And your complexion doesn''t look so good either. You already had a nice figure, so there was no reason for you to lose any weight, you know?"


    "I honestly didn''t think much of it back then. I refused her clearly, but I didn''t block her. But as a result, after I went a day without checking my Weibo, I opened it to find 99+ messages left by her. I gave her my phone number, and that day she had cried miserably and told me many things about her and Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen''s voice was indifferent as she spoke. It was none of the things she was saying had anything to do with her at all.


    "I honestly didn''t think much of it back then. I refused her clearly, but I didn''t block her. But as a result, after I went a day without checking my Weibo, I opened it to find 99+ messages left by her. I gave her my phone number, and that day she had cried miserably and told me many things about her and Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen''s voice was indifferent as she spoke. It was none of the things she was saying had anything to do with her at all.


    "I honestly didn''t think much of it back then. I refused her clearly, but I didn''t block her. But as a result, after I went a day without checking my Weibo, I opened it to find 99+ messages left by her. I gave her my phone number, and that day she had cried miserably and told me many things about her and Xiang Yi." Mo Yichen''s voice was indifferent as she spoke. It was none of the things she was saying had anything to do with her at all.


    Hearing her, Mo Yichen smiled before replying, "It''s nothing."


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


    Mo Yichen and Xiaoya strolled down the street of the college town. Apart from the occasional car speeding past them, on that road, only their footsteps and rustle of wind blown leaves could be heard.


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes. She''s making excuses for Xiang Yi. Anyhow, this is nothing you should concern yourself about. It''s not your business."


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    Xiaoya: "How could it not be my business!!! I know Xiang Yi too, and Yichen is my friend!!! If we don''t stop them from heading to that cliff now, won''t both be even sadder in the future?"


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    iana: Yeah, been way too long. Anyhow, notes: []1: It''s better to destroy ten temples than one marriage is Confucian saying (I think) and it just means its a bigger sin to wreck a marriage/relationship that places of worship. []2. I mentioned it before but Xiaoya''s (ya) sounds like the (ya) for duck, so that coarsely translated ''stubborn duck mouth bit'' was my sad attempt at not losing that in translation. []I have a lot of lost time to make up for, see you next chapter.


    "She kept taking about a lot of things after that. She probably saw me as someone she could dump all her secrets in safely, or maybe I was just a recorder that could help transmit her feelings to Xiang Yi."


    Right then, Lu Xiaobei realised she couldn''t get out of this even if she jumped in the Yellow River. "I''ll only discuss the facts."


    Xiaoya felt her eyes moisten, the words she was hearing were just too cruel.


    Mo Yichen: "No. Right now I wished I had told her about it back then, it would''ve been better. That girl said she had seem Xiang Yi on my Weibo and figured she and I were good friends. She wanted to ask me for any other way to contact Xiang Yi, but I didn;t give her any. Back then I figured if Xiang Yi was so determined to cut ties with her that must''ve been a good reason."


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    ?¡ó?


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    N/A


    Both Xiang Yi and that girl, they were just too cruel.


    After washing up, Xiaoya called Lu Xiaobei. She told her all about the situation between Mo Yichen ad Xiang Yi, then asked her, "Tell me, what should I do to get Yichen to break things off? When it comes to cheating, it''ll happen either zero times, or countless times. What''s more, from what Yichen told me, after Xiang Yi came back to Nancheng, she didn''t even show an ounce of guilt."


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    Xiaoya: "Did you tell Xiang Yi about it?"


    "I then asked her why it was Xiang Yi had stopped talking to her, then. And she said it was because of something that happened when she was at her happiest. She wasn''t thinking and had posted some corny inspirational quotes to her timeline, but upon a second look she realized they were all about love, about being in a relationship and... they were all sappy and sweet. Her ex-boyfriend had seen them, and he... he lost himself for a moment while driving and crashed his car. After his accident, she found out their breakup had dealt him a big blow. So his friends had called her and asked her to go see him in the hospital, but Xiang Yi told her that if she went to visit him they were through. She though Xiang Yi was just jealous, and there hadn''t been anything going on between her and her ex. So she figured she''d go there and when she came back she would coax Xiang Yi and everything would be good. She went to visit her ex at noon the next day and didn''t return until that evening. But it was only after she got back that she found out it was the day Xiang Yi went do her exams, and after that is when she realised Xiang Yi had blocked her.


    N/A


    Mo Yichen: "She also told me she had a boyfriend back then. He was a really good person, according to her, and she really believed she liked him. But after meeting Xiang Yi, it seems she finally found what real love felt like. She did her best to find imaginary faults in him, and it was something she did without realising it herself. At least not until he apologised to her, and said he was the one to blame. Which was when she realised she wanted to break up with him, her heart had changed."


    "Then are you going to help by talking to Xiang Yi?" Xiaoya then added.


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    "I asked her why she only thought of trying to find her now when a whole year had passed. And she cried a whole lot after I asked her that, then she said she did get into contact with Xiang Yi at that time. She had used a lot of people''s phones to call her but she only got through once. When Xiang Yi answered, she told her they were over and then she changed her number again. She said she had no way to get in touch with her, there was nothing she could do. She even thought of letting everything go, too. She says she even thought she had, but then she started seeing Xiang Yi in her dreams over and over, realising she had missed her."


    Anger swelled in Xiaoya''s chest as she asked, "What did Xiang Yi have to say about all this?"


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    Anger swelled in Xiaoya''s chest as she asked, "What did Xiang Yi have to say about all this?"


    To which Mo Yichen replied, "It was something that happened a long time ago, but I got a call about it recently. It was from a old classmate of Xiang Yi''s who she used to go to school with. The girl said she and Xiang Yi got along really well but the two had a falling out and Xiang Yi stopped talking to her. She was hoping I could help her get in contact with Xiang Yi again.


    Both Xiang Yi and that girl, they were just too cruel.


    N/A


    "I still haven''t told her," Mo Yichen replied simply.


    Xiaoya: "Do you not believe what that girl said then?"


    Xiaoya: "Okay, then. I''m letting you go first today." After saying that, Xiaoya hung up.


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    But to this Mo Yichen slowly replied, "That''s unlikely. She seems to know Xiang Yi quite well. There were a lot of really small habits that only someone close to her would know. Plus, for a long time now, I kept getting the feeling there was something Xiang Yi was hiding from me, too."


    Xiaoya: "Did you tell Xiang Yi about it?"


    "I then asked her why it was Xiang Yi had stopped talking to her, then. And she said it was because of something that happened when she was at her happiest. She wasn''t thinking and had posted some corny inspirational quotes to her timeline, but upon a second look she realized they were all about love, about being in a relationship and... they were all sappy and sweet. Her ex-boyfriend had seen them, and he... he lost himself for a moment while driving and crashed his car. After his accident, she found out their breakup had dealt him a big blow. So his friends had called her and asked her to go see him in the hospital, but Xiang Yi told her that if she went to visit him they were through. She though Xiang Yi was just jealous, and there hadn''t been anything going on between her and her ex. So she figured she''d go there and when she came back she would coax Xiang Yi and everything would be good. She went to visit her ex at noon the next day and didn''t return until that evening. But it was only after she got back that she found out it was the day Xiang Yi went do her exams, and after that is when she realised Xiang Yi had blocked her.


    Lu Xiaobei: "One is willing to fight, the other is willing to suffer."


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    Right then, Lu Xiaobei realised she couldn''t get out of this even if she jumped in the Yellow River. "I''ll only discuss the facts."


    ?¡ó?


    But to this Mo Yichen slowly replied, "That''s unlikely. She seems to know Xiang Yi quite well. There were a lot of really small habits that only someone close to her would know. Plus, for a long time now, I kept getting the feeling there was something Xiang Yi was hiding from me, too."


    "I''m just thinking it over some more. Xiang Yi''s mother is really good to me, and I can''t really say anything about us breaking up." Mo Yichen then continued, "But, Xiaoya, I''d really like to thank you for today. Getting everything off my chest really help me feel much better."


    iana: Yeah, been way too long. Anyhow, notes: []1: It''s better to destroy ten temples than one marriage is Confucian saying (I think) and it just means its a bigger sin to wreck a marriage/relationship that places of worship. []2. I mentioned it before but Xiaoya''s (ya) sounds like the (ya) for duck, so that coarsely translated ''stubborn duck mouth bit'' was my sad attempt at not losing that in translation. []I have a lot of lost time to make up for, see you next chapter.


    iana: Yeah, been way too long. Anyhow, notes: []1: It''s better to destroy ten temples than one marriage is Confucian saying (I think) and it just means its a bigger sin to wreck a marriage/relationship that places of worship. []2. I mentioned it before but Xiaoya''s (ya) sounds like the (ya) for duck, so that coarsely translated ''stubborn duck mouth bit'' was my sad attempt at not losing that in translation. []I have a lot of lost time to make up for, see you next chapter.


    "So Xiang Yi really had her legs straddling two boats? Did you ever find out why she cut ties with that girl?" Xiaoya questioned.


    Xiaoya felt her eyes moisten, the words she was hearing were just too cruel.


    Xiaoya: "But if what she said is true, does that mean you''re going to forgive Xiang Yi?" Even though Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen at the same time, she undoubtedly had a closer relationship with Mo Yichen, and in a situation like this, Xiang Yi was the one who did wrong.


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    Both Xiang Yi and that girl, they were just too cruel.


    Both Xiang Yi and that girl, they were just too cruel.


    So, uncomfortably, she went on to say, "I know they when they get back together, it is very likely their relationship won''t be any better. But all I can do is helplessly look on from the sidelines."


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    "I did ask her," Mo Yichen replied, "but that girl told me she had no idea either. She didn''t even know if they were dating. She said back then Xiang Yi never called her her girlfriend, and she had never introduced her to her friends. But they did everything that couples would do together. They ate together, skipped classes together, went shopping together, saw movies together. She thought that since she was a girl, it wouldn''t be good for them to act all lovey-dovey in public. So, apart from themselves, no one else knew they were together.


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


    "I then asked her why it was Xiang Yi had stopped talking to her, then. And she said it was because of something that happened when she was at her happiest. She wasn''t thinking and had posted some corny inspirational quotes to her timeline, but upon a second look she realized they were all about love, about being in a relationship and... they were all sappy and sweet. Her ex-boyfriend had seen them, and he... he lost himself for a moment while driving and crashed his car. After his accident, she found out their breakup had dealt him a big blow. So his friends had called her and asked her to go see him in the hospital, but Xiang Yi told her that if she went to visit him they were through. She though Xiang Yi was just jealous, and there hadn''t been anything going on between her and her ex. So she figured she''d go there and when she came back she would coax Xiang Yi and everything would be good. She went to visit her ex at noon the next day and didn''t return until that evening. But it was only after she got back that she found out it was the day Xiang Yi went do her exams, and after that is when she realised Xiang Yi had blocked her.


    But Lu Xiaobei did not give a direct answer to Xiaoya''s question, instead saying, "How about you tell me what was the last thing Yichen said to you before you parted ways?"


    This answer was one Xiaoya never expected. She thought that according to Mo Yichen''s character, she had either not believed the girl and would confront Xiang Yi; or she believed the girl and after having enough evidence of Xiang Yi come out, she would break up with her directly.


    Mo Yichen: "No, that''s not it. I think everything she said was true."


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    Xiaoya: "Did you tell Xiang Yi about it?"


    "I asked her why she only thought of trying to find her now when a whole year had passed. And she cried a whole lot after I asked her that, then she said she did get into contact with Xiang Yi at that time. She had used a lot of people''s phones to call her but she only got through once. When Xiang Yi answered, she told her they were over and then she changed her number again. She said she had no way to get in touch with her, there was nothing she could do. She even thought of letting everything go, too. She says she even thought she had, but then she started seeing Xiang Yi in her dreams over and over, realising she had missed her."


    When Xiaoya got over to Mo Yichen, she noticed how loose the other girl''s short was and asked in shock, "Why are you so thin? And your complexion doesn''t look so good either. You already had a nice figure, so there was no reason for you to lose any weight, you know?"


    For a long time, Xiaoya said nothing. Looking at Mo Yichen''s calm demeanour, she tentatively asked, "Are you going to break up with Xiang Yi?"


    Xiaoya: "Did you tell Xiang Yi about it?"


    But never did she imagine Mo Yichen would give such a vague response.


    For a long time, Xiaoya said nothing. Looking at Mo Yichen''s calm demeanour, she tentatively asked, "Are you going to break up with Xiang Yi?"


    "I''m just thinking it over some more. Xiang Yi''s mother is really good to me, and I can''t really say anything about us breaking up." Mo Yichen then continued, "But, Xiaoya, I''d really like to thank you for today. Getting everything off my chest really help me feel much better."


    Lu Xiaobei: "This is a matter of feelings, so how can anyone be absolutely rational? If the reconcile, let alone Xiang Yi, but Mo Yichen will also blame you."


    Hearing her, Mo Yichen smiled before replying, "It''s nothing."


    Xiaoya: "How could it not be my business!!! I know Xiang Yi too, and Yichen is my friend!!! If we don''t stop them from heading to that cliff now, won''t both be even sadder in the future?"


    To which Mo Yichen responded simply, "I don''t know."


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    "I did ask her," Mo Yichen replied, "but that girl told me she had no idea either. She didn''t even know if they were dating. She said back then Xiang Yi never called her her girlfriend, and she had never introduced her to her friends. But they did everything that couples would do together. They ate together, skipped classes together, went shopping together, saw movies together. She thought that since she was a girl, it wouldn''t be good for them to act all lovey-dovey in public. So, apart from themselves, no one else knew they were together.


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    But Lu Xiaobei did not give a direct answer to Xiaoya''s question, instead saying, "How about you tell me what was the last thing Yichen said to you before you parted ways?"


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    Xiaoya then asked cautiously, "Did something happen?"


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    This answer was one Xiaoya never expected. She thought that according to Mo Yichen''s character, she had either not believed the girl and would confront Xiang Yi; or she believed the girl and after having enough evidence of Xiang Yi come out, she would break up with her directly.


    To which Mo Yichen responded simply, "I don''t know."


    "So Xiang Yi really had her legs straddling two boats? Did you ever find out why she cut ties with that girl?" Xiaoya questioned.


    Xiaoya bolted towards Mo Yichen excitedly. "Yichen! You''re here! I brought you cake from the dessert shop near NU. I said I''d treat you the next time you came last time, didn''t I?"


    But never did she imagine Mo Yichen would give such a vague response.


    Anger swelled in Xiaoya''s chest as she asked, "What did Xiang Yi have to say about all this?"


    Xiaoya: "Do you not believe what that girl said then?"


    Lu Xiaobei sat there with a darkened questioning face, thinking: How is it that Xiang Yi does something wrong, yet I''m getting blamed.


    Mo Yichen: "No, that''s not it. I think everything she said was true."


    But Xiaoya then asked her, "In the future, are we going to cheat too?"


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    ?¡ó?


    Xiaoya then asked cautiously, "Did something happen?"


    Xiaoya: "But if what she said is true, does that mean you''re going to forgive Xiang Yi?" Even though Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen at the same time, she undoubtedly had a closer relationship with Mo Yichen, and in a situation like this, Xiang Yi was the one who did wrong.


    "I then asked her why it was Xiang Yi had stopped talking to her, then. And she said it was because of something that happened when she was at her happiest. She wasn''t thinking and had posted some corny inspirational quotes to her timeline, but upon a second look she realized they were all about love, about being in a relationship and... they were all sappy and sweet. Her ex-boyfriend had seen them, and he... he lost himself for a moment while driving and crashed his car. After his accident, she found out their breakup had dealt him a big blow. So his friends had called her and asked her to go see him in the hospital, but Xiang Yi told her that if she went to visit him they were through. She though Xiang Yi was just jealous, and there hadn''t been anything going on between her and her ex. So she figured she''d go there and when she came back she would coax Xiang Yi and everything would be good. She went to visit her ex at noon the next day and didn''t return until that evening. But it was only after she got back that she found out it was the day Xiang Yi went do her exams, and after that is when she realised Xiang Yi had blocked her.


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    To which Mo Yichen responded simply, "I don''t know."


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    To which Mo Yichen replied, "It was something that happened a long time ago, but I got a call about it recently. It was from a old classmate of Xiang Yi''s who she used to go to school with. The girl said she and Xiang Yi got along really well but the two had a falling out and Xiang Yi stopped talking to her. She was hoping I could help her get in contact with Xiang Yi again.


    "I''m just thinking it over some more. Xiang Yi''s mother is really good to me, and I can''t really say anything about us breaking up." Mo Yichen then continued, "But, Xiaoya, I''d really like to thank you for today. Getting everything off my chest really help me feel much better."


    But, for some reason, Xiaoya felt that smile her friend wore was a bit frail. So in a no nonsense manner, Xiaoya then asked, "There''s something wrong, isn''t there? Is it your family, or... Xiang Yi?"


    "I asked her why she only thought of trying to find her now when a whole year had passed. And she cried a whole lot after I asked her that, then she said she did get into contact with Xiang Yi at that time. She had used a lot of people''s phones to call her but she only got through once. When Xiang Yi answered, she told her they were over and then she changed her number again. She said she had no way to get in touch with her, there was nothing she could do. She even thought of letting everything go, too. She says she even thought she had, but then she started seeing Xiang Yi in her dreams over and over, realising she had missed her."


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    Mo Yichen and Xiaoya strolled down the street of the college town. Apart from the occasional car speeding past them, on that road, only their footsteps and rustle of wind blown leaves could be heard.


    N/A


    "She kept taking about a lot of things after that. She probably saw me as someone she could dump all her secrets in safely, or maybe I was just a recorder that could help transmit her feelings to Xiang Yi."


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    Xiaoya bolted towards Mo Yichen excitedly. "Yichen! You''re here! I brought you cake from the dessert shop near NU. I said I''d treat you the next time you came last time, didn''t I?"


    After washing up, Xiaoya called Lu Xiaobei. She told her all about the situation between Mo Yichen ad Xiang Yi, then asked her, "Tell me, what should I do to get Yichen to break things off? When it comes to cheating, it''ll happen either zero times, or countless times. What''s more, from what Yichen told me, after Xiang Yi came back to Nancheng, she didn''t even show an ounce of guilt."


    "She kept taking about a lot of things after that. She probably saw me as someone she could dump all her secrets in safely, or maybe I was just a recorder that could help transmit her feelings to Xiang Yi."


    "Then are you going to help by talking to Xiang Yi?" Xiaoya then added.


    Xiaoya then asked cautiously, "Did something happen?"


    N/A


    N/A


    But Lu Xiaobei did not give a direct answer to Xiaoya''s question, instead saying, "How about you tell me what was the last thing Yichen said to you before you parted ways?"


    Xiaoya bolted towards Mo Yichen excitedly. "Yichen! You''re here! I brought you cake from the dessert shop near NU. I said I''d treat you the next time you came last time, didn''t I?"


    "She kept taking about a lot of things after that. She probably saw me as someone she could dump all her secrets in safely, or maybe I was just a recorder that could help transmit her feelings to Xiang Yi."


    For a long time, Xiaoya said nothing. Looking at Mo Yichen''s calm demeanour, she tentatively asked, "Are you going to break up with Xiang Yi?"


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya''s logic, which for some reason dragged this stuff onto her, replying bluntly, "No, never."


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    "So Xiang Yi really had her legs straddling two boats? Did you ever find out why she cut ties with that girl?" Xiaoya questioned.


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    Hearing her, Mo Yichen smiled before replying, "It''s nothing."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes. She''s making excuses for Xiang Yi. Anyhow, this is nothing you should concern yourself about. It''s not your business."


    Mo YiChen continued: "When Xiang Yi was in her third year of high school, because of the Art College Examinations, she spent most of that year in Shanghai. After she got to Shanghai, she lived at in a large bungalow her teacher had rented for all the students as well as another teacher to live, and that girl was there too. She wanted to apply to college as a Music Education major. Her exam had a piano performance so she practised in the music room every single day. She also told me that every time she went to the studio, next to the piano stool, where the sunlight could slowly creep in and shine, was a cup of milk tea and a piece of cake was somebody rested there. She said it was a hard to describe the feeling, but she thought it was just about the most romantic thing she ever witnessed in her life."


    After washing up, Xiaoya called Lu Xiaobei. She told her all about the situation between Mo Yichen ad Xiang Yi, then asked her, "Tell me, what should I do to get Yichen to break things off? When it comes to cheating, it''ll happen either zero times, or countless times. What''s more, from what Yichen told me, after Xiang Yi came back to Nancheng, she didn''t even show an ounce of guilt."


    Both Xiang Yi and that girl, they were just too cruel.


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    But Lu Xiaobei did not give a direct answer to Xiaoya''s question, instead saying, "How about you tell me what was the last thing Yichen said to you before you parted ways?"


    After washing up, Xiaoya called Lu Xiaobei. She told her all about the situation between Mo Yichen ad Xiang Yi, then asked her, "Tell me, what should I do to get Yichen to break things off? When it comes to cheating, it''ll happen either zero times, or countless times. What''s more, from what Yichen told me, after Xiang Yi came back to Nancheng, she didn''t even show an ounce of guilt."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya''s logic, which for some reason dragged this stuff onto her, replying bluntly, "No, never."


    Xiaoya: "How could it not be my business!!! I know Xiang Yi too, and Yichen is my friend!!! If we don''t stop them from heading to that cliff now, won''t both be even sadder in the future?"


    When they have conflicting opinions, Lu Xiaobei never argued with Xiaoya. Otherwise, her blunt way of speaking would result in Xiaoya crying and it would be her fault. While this would lead Xiaoya o wrongly think that she had won their debate despite being wrong.


    Lu Xiaobei: "This is a matter of feelings, so how can anyone be absolutely rational? If the reconcile, let alone Xiang Yi, but Mo Yichen will also blame you."


    Hearing her, Mo Yichen smiled before replying, "It''s nothing."


    "I still haven''t told her," Mo Yichen replied simply.


    "I did ask her," Mo Yichen replied, "but that girl told me she had no idea either. She didn''t even know if they were dating. She said back then Xiang Yi never called her her girlfriend, and she had never introduced her to her friends. But they did everything that couples would do together. They ate together, skipped classes together, went shopping together, saw movies together. She thought that since she was a girl, it wouldn''t be good for them to act all lovey-dovey in public. So, apart from themselves, no one else knew they were together.


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


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    Mo Yichen: "She also told me she had a boyfriend back then. He was a really good person, according to her, and she really believed she liked him. But after meeting Xiang Yi, it seems she finally found what real love felt like. She did her best to find imaginary faults in him, and it was something she did without realising it herself. At least not until he apologised to her, and said he was the one to blame. Which was when she realised she wanted to break up with him, her heart had changed."


    Lu Xiaobei sat there with a darkened questioning face, thinking: How is it that Xiang Yi does something wrong, yet I''m getting blamed.


    Mo Yichen: "She also told me she had a boyfriend back then. He was a really good person, according to her, and she really believed she liked him. But after meeting Xiang Yi, it seems she finally found what real love felt like. She did her best to find imaginary faults in him, and it was something she did without realising it herself. At least not until he apologised to her, and said he was the one to blame. Which was when she realised she wanted to break up with him, her heart had changed."


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    When they have conflicting opinions, Lu Xiaobei never argued with Xiaoya. Otherwise, her blunt way of speaking would result in Xiaoya crying and it would be her fault. While this would lead Xiaoya o wrongly think that she had won their debate despite being wrong.


    Mo Yichen: "No, that''s not it. I think everything she said was true."


    "Then are you going to help by talking to Xiang Yi?" Xiaoya then added.


    Xiaoya''s thoughts were a mess so she opened her drawer and pulled out a postcard, with everything that happened today she wanted to write them all down, along with her concerns for the future. By the time she was done, the entire postcard was filled with densely packed words, the only space left was just enough for a stamp and the card''s address. Such a postcard was not suitable for the PC (postcard exchange service), so she signed up for a domestic delivery app and sent her card to someone with the ID ''Female Hobbies?''.


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Mo Yichen: "No. Right now I wished I had told her about it back then, it would''ve been better. That girl said she had seem Xiang Yi on my Weibo and figured she and I were good friends. She wanted to ask me for any other way to contact Xiang Yi, but I didn;t give her any. Back then I figured if Xiang Yi was so determined to cut ties with her that must''ve been a good reason."


    The little love (Xiao-ai) also mulled it over for a moment. It was better to destroy ten temples than to have a hand in destroying someone''s marriage. So how could she persuade Yichen to do such a thing when the girl hadn''t even thought it over properly herself?


    "So Xiang Yi really had her legs straddling two boats? Did you ever find out why she cut ties with that girl?" Xiaoya questioned.


    When Xiaoya got over to Mo Yichen, she noticed how loose the other girl''s short was and asked in shock, "Why are you so thin? And your complexion doesn''t look so good either. You already had a nice figure, so there was no reason for you to lose any weight, you know?"


    Xiaoya: "Even just saying this is going to make me angry. But she said that she was still talking to Xiang Yi and I quote: ''Xiang Yi has always felt insecure for family reasons.'' I really think she''s going to let her off the hook. She really is, isn''t she?"


    Mo Yichen: "No, that''s not it. I think everything she said was true."


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    So, uncomfortably, she went on to say, "I know they when they get back together, it is very likely their relationship won''t be any better. But all I can do is helplessly look on from the sidelines."


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    Mo Yichen


    Hearing her, Mo Yichen smiled before replying, "It''s nothing."


    So, uncomfortably, she went on to say, "I know they when they get back together, it is very likely their relationship won''t be any better. But all I can do is helplessly look on from the sidelines."


    N/A


    Mo Yichen: "No. Right now I wished I had told her about it back then, it would''ve been better. That girl said she had seem Xiang Yi on my Weibo and figured she and I were good friends. She wanted to ask me for any other way to contact Xiang Yi, but I didn;t give her any. Back then I figured if Xiang Yi was so determined to cut ties with her that must''ve been a good reason."


    Xiaoya was doubtful. "Really?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "One is willing to fight, the other is willing to suffer."


    Xiaoya: "But if what she said is true, does that mean you''re going to forgive Xiang Yi?" Even though Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen at the same time, she undoubtedly had a closer relationship with Mo Yichen, and in a situation like this, Xiang Yi was the one who did wrong.


    But Lu Xiaobei did not give a direct answer to Xiaoya''s question, instead saying, "How about you tell me what was the last thing Yichen said to you before you parted ways?"


    Xiaoya: "But if what she said is true, does that mean you''re going to forgive Xiang Yi?" Even though Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen at the same time, she undoubtedly had a closer relationship with Mo Yichen, and in a situation like this, Xiang Yi was the one who did wrong.


    Right then, Lu Xiaobei realised she couldn''t get out of this even if she jumped in the Yellow River. "I''ll only discuss the facts."


    Xiaoya: "How could it not be my business!!! I know Xiang Yi too, and Yichen is my friend!!! If we don''t stop them from heading to that cliff now, won''t both be even sadder in the future?"


    After washing up, Xiaoya called Lu Xiaobei. She told her all about the situation between Mo Yichen ad Xiang Yi, then asked her, "Tell me, what should I do to get Yichen to break things off? When it comes to cheating, it''ll happen either zero times, or countless times. What''s more, from what Yichen told me, after Xiang Yi came back to Nancheng, she didn''t even show an ounce of guilt."


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    But Xiaoya then asked her, "In the future, are we going to cheat too?"


    Both Xiang Yi and that girl, they were just too cruel.


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya''s logic, which for some reason dragged this stuff onto her, replying bluntly, "No, never."


    Mo Yichen thought it over for a moment, but she shook her head and responded, "There''s no reason she would know."


    Later that night, Xiaoya returned to her dorm at NU where there was only one girl sitting at her desk using the computer. The two had recently gotten to know of the other so they were still a bit unfamiliar with each other, so after introducing themselves once more, they went on to do their own things. Registration would last for a couple more days, and there was about two more girls who were supposed enter that dorm room.


    Xiaoya: "How could it not be my business!!! I know Xiang Yi too, and Yichen is my friend!!! If we don''t stop them from heading to that cliff now, won''t both be even sadder in the future?"


    Xiaoya was doubtful. "Really?"


    "I asked her why she only thought of trying to find her now when a whole year had passed. And she cried a whole lot after I asked her that, then she said she did get into contact with Xiang Yi at that time. She had used a lot of people''s phones to call her but she only got through once. When Xiang Yi answered, she told her they were over and then she changed her number again. She said she had no way to get in touch with her, there was nothing she could do. She even thought of letting everything go, too. She says she even thought she had, but then she started seeing Xiang Yi in her dreams over and over, realising she had missed her."


    To which Mo Yichen replied, "It was something that happened a long time ago, but I got a call about it recently. It was from a old classmate of Xiang Yi''s who she used to go to school with. The girl said she and Xiang Yi got along really well but the two had a falling out and Xiang Yi stopped talking to her. She was hoping I could help her get in contact with Xiang Yi again.


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


    But Lu Xiaobei confirmed, "Yes, really."


    iana: Yeah, been way too long. Anyhow, notes: []1: It''s better to destroy ten temples than one marriage is Confucian saying (I think) and it just means its a bigger sin to wreck a marriage/relationship that places of worship. []2. I mentioned it before but Xiaoya''s (ya) sounds like the (ya) for duck, so that coarsely translated ''stubborn duck mouth bit'' was my sad attempt at not losing that in translation. []I have a lot of lost time to make up for, see you next chapter.


    Mo Yichen: "I don''t know either, but I think there''s something wrong."


    Xiaoya was doubtful. "Really?"


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t care if the person who got it understood her ramblings or not, she only needed to complain to Lu Xiaobei once, and write everything out once. And with that alone, her mood felt much better.


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t care if the person who got it understood her ramblings or not, she only needed to complain to Lu Xiaobei once, and write everything out once. And with that alone, her mood felt much better.


    "Then are you going to help by talking to Xiang Yi?" Xiaoya then added.


    Xiaoya: "What if that girl is a scammer? What if everything she said was a lie?!"


    "Then are you going to help by talking to Xiang Yi?" Xiaoya then added.


    Lu Xiaobei was right, but her extremely duck-like stubborn mouth would never part lips to make her admit it.


    Mo Yichen and Xiaoya strolled down the street of the college town. Apart from the occasional car speeding past them, on that road, only their footsteps and rustle of wind blown leaves could be heard.


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya''s logic, which for some reason dragged this stuff onto her, replying bluntly, "No, never."


    Right then, Lu Xiaobei realised she couldn''t get out of this even if she jumped in the Yellow River. "I''ll only discuss the facts."


    Xiaoya was doubtful. "Really?"


    Xiaoya: "Okay, then. I''m letting you go first today." After saying that, Xiaoya hung up.


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t care if the person who got it understood her ramblings or not, she only needed to complain to Lu Xiaobei once, and write everything out once. And with that alone, her mood felt much better.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Yes. She''s making excuses for Xiang Yi. Anyhow, this is nothing you should concern yourself about. It''s not your business."


    Mo Yichen


    Lu Xiaobei: "One is willing to fight, the other is willing to suffer."


    Xiaoya: "I''m doing this for her sake, so why would Yichen blame me?"


    Lu Xiaobei sat there with a darkened questioning face, thinking: How is it that Xiang Yi does something wrong, yet I''m getting blamed.


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    Xiaoya''s thoughts were a mess so she opened her drawer and pulled out a postcard, with everything that happened today she wanted to write them all down, along with her concerns for the future. By the time she was done, the entire postcard was filled with densely packed words, the only space left was just enough for a stamp and the card''s address. Such a postcard was not suitable for the PC (postcard exchange service), so she signed up for a domestic delivery app and sent her card to someone with the ID ''Female Hobbies?''.


    This answer was one Xiaoya never expected. She thought that according to Mo Yichen''s character, she had either not believed the girl and would confront Xiang Yi; or she believed the girl and after having enough evidence of Xiang Yi come out, she would break up with her directly.


    "I''m just thinking it over some more. Xiang Yi''s mother is really good to me, and I can''t really say anything about us breaking up." Mo Yichen then continued, "But, Xiaoya, I''d really like to thank you for today. Getting everything off my chest really help me feel much better."


    Lu Xiaobei followed Xiaoya''s logic, which for some reason dragged this stuff onto her, replying bluntly, "No, never."


    When they have conflicting opinions, Lu Xiaobei never argued with Xiaoya. Otherwise, her blunt way of speaking would result in Xiaoya crying and it would be her fault. While this would lead Xiaoya o wrongly think that she had won their debate despite being wrong.


    But Lu Xiaobei did not give a direct answer to Xiaoya''s question, instead saying, "How about you tell me what was the last thing Yichen said to you before you parted ways?"


    Xiaoya honestly didn''t care if the person who got it understood her ramblings or not, she only needed to complain to Lu Xiaobei once, and write everything out once. And with that alone, her mood felt much better.


    "I did ask her," Mo Yichen replied, "but that girl told me she had no idea either. She didn''t even know if they were dating. She said back then Xiang Yi never called her her girlfriend, and she had never introduced her to her friends. But they did everything that couples would do together. They ate together, skipped classes together, went shopping together, saw movies together. She thought that since she was a girl, it wouldn''t be good for them to act all lovey-dovey in public. So, apart from themselves, no one else knew they were together.


    Mo Yichen: "No. Right now I wished I had told her about it back then, it would''ve been better. That girl said she had seem Xiang Yi on my Weibo and figured she and I were good friends. She wanted to ask me for any other way to contact Xiang Yi, but I didn;t give her any. Back then I figured if Xiang Yi was so determined to cut ties with her that must''ve been a good reason."


    Xiaoya had a strange feeling about this matter, prompting her to ask, "Does that girl know about your relationship with Xiang Yi, by chance?"


    "Then are you going to help by talking to Xiang Yi?" Xiaoya then added.


    Xiaoya: "Okay, then. I''m letting you go first today." After saying that, Xiaoya hung up.


    But, for some reason, Xiaoya felt that smile her friend wore was a bit frail. So in a no nonsense manner, Xiaoya then asked, "There''s something wrong, isn''t there? Is it your family, or... Xiang Yi?"


    Mo Yichen: "No, that''s not it. I think everything she said was true."

 CH 44

    Female Hobbies?:


    Her face erupted in a flush, and her own hands moved to encircle Lu Xiaobei''s waist, while she couldn''t bring herself to speak.


    Xiaoya stopped her mother from offering by saying, "I''m going with a schoolmate, and she''ll be driving us there. We won''t need to pay to travel. We''re also going to Lin''an, because her family has a small villa in the suburbs. So I don'' need to bring a lot of money, okay?"


    It took a postcard about three to four days to be sent from city to city, while it took seven to fourteen days for delivery to remote areas.


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    But, recently, a group of students who wanted to be some "goody two shoes", went there to sort the mail out and would issue notices via the school''s official account for the students to come collect them from special mail room the assigned. It sounds like a good thing, right? But that special mail room is located on the first floor of the boy''s dormitory!


    Hi, I just got your postcard, and I never thought you''d take the time to find my address specifically so I was really moved.


    Xiaoya had four roommates, but only Xiaoya was from Nancheng. So Xiaoya had invited those new friends of hers to eat at her house one time, and her mother had already scanned them al and saw that non of them were "bent."


    Another thing which happened was Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi reconciling, or possibly that they never had a confrontation to begin with. Xiaoya never found out if Xiang Yi was really cheating. Mo Yichen never brought up the topic of her own volition, and so Xiaoya also never asked.


    "Since you''re going to be taking someone else''s car and staying at someone else''s house, you should mind you manners, alright?" From her perspective, Xiaoya''s mother thought her daughter would be going there with a few friends, so without questioning it she tried to lecture her daughter on how to be a good guest. "When you guys eat out or need to by tickets, remember to take the initiative to pick up the check or pay the bill, alright? In both friendships and dating, it''s important to know how to give. It''s a blessing to suffer those kind of financial losses."


    Do you want to be a long term postcard pal? I''ve been using the postcard service for a year now, and I''m long term postcard pal''s with someone from England, someone from Russia, who''re both girls and are very cute. One of them really liked my stamps, while the other loves collecting coins from other countries. Last time, I stuffed a bunch of Chinese coins into an envelope and sent it to her and she received it safely and we were all very happy. But I don''t have any long term pals from inside China as yet.


    Xiaoya snatched the card from Lu Xiaobei''s hand then responded, "Hey, don''t peek at my private stuff, okay? My postcard pal said she really likes reading the cards I send her, so all the words here are especially genuine."


    Xiaoya: "..." Why this mess have so many winding roads?


    Lu Xiaobei then kissed her nose, and lightly skimmed its way down until they arrived at Xiaoya''s cherry red lips. Moving a hand to cradle Xiaoya''s head, she closed her eyes and all Xiaoya could see was the inclined view of her beautiful face.


    I sent you a photo via the app before, and I think you liked it. I hope you don''t mind my nagging, lol. Anyhow, like I said last time, a friend of mine is a lesbian, and I''m also one too. I don''t get why the rules get made up by the majority, like, why can''t we walk freely under the sunshine too?


    Female Hobbies?:


    If XY (Xiang Yi) and MYC (Mo Yichen) could shoo off their love, and XY had to changed her profile pictures to a couple photo and sprinkle some sappy lovey-dovey stuff in the posts she shares with her friend circles, then something like this would''ve never happened. If this girl couldn''t lie to herself by saying "because I''m a girl, she couldn''t introduce me to her friends" then XY''s lies could''ve been exposed sooner.


    N/A


    Anyway, this postcard is too mall for me to write down everything, but if there''s a chance, I hope we can continue our chat next time. Bless.


    ¡ª¡ªXiaoyu is looking forward to your reply.


    To her mother, Xiaoya told her about the trip she would take after she finished the final exams for her first year.


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    iana: the XY x MYC stuff is honestly depressing, but at least this chapter ended on a high note.


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    But, recently, a group of students who wanted to be some "goody two shoes", went there to sort the mail out and would issue notices via the school''s official account for the students to come collect them from special mail room the assigned. It sounds like a good thing, right? But that special mail room is located on the first floor of the boy''s dormitory!


    Hi. I got a card from you yesterday and it made me really happy. But the process of me collecting the card this time was a real pain in the butt. Normally, the mail for students a our school would was left at the security booth and they would put them all in a huge bin and let the students go there to find their letters themselves. But because of people going there late to pick up their mail or not collecting them at all, the bin was full of letters, though you could still find your mail if you took the time.


    Then, just as the winter holidays began, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei hit the road.


    ******


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    iana: the XY x MYC stuff is honestly depressing, but at least this chapter ended on a high note.


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    Xiaoya stopped her mother from offering by saying, "I''m going with a schoolmate, and she''ll be driving us there. We won''t need to pay to travel. We''re also going to Lin''an, because her family has a small villa in the suburbs. So I don'' need to bring a lot of money, okay?"


    ******


    So Xiaoya kept sending postcards to "Female Hobbies''?" address, while that person always sent her back cards from many different places, with Xiaoya not knowing if it was because they were on business trips of just on vacation.


    The sender''s penmanship was delicate and graceful, looking as though it should belong to to a girl. It is said that seeing one''s handwriting is like seeing the person themselves, and Xiaoya thought that based on this person''s postcard pal''s writing, they must be a very kind person.


    So Xiaoya kept sending postcards to "Female Hobbies''?" address, while that person always sent her back cards from many different places, with Xiaoya not knowing if it was because they were on business trips of just on vacation.


    Best wishes.


    To her mother, Xiaoya told her about the trip she would take after she finished the final exams for her first year.


    In the past six months, a lot of things had happened. For instance, Xiaoya had completely adapted to her college life. She got along with her roommates, and every week there was a gathering at the dorm where they ate, watched movies, and sung karaoke. Even Lu Xiaobei was a tad bit huffy about this development, because it meant every time she wanted to go on a date with Xiaoya, she would have to arrange the date beforehand. It made it her even think of having them live together ahead of schedule.


    So, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want Xiaoya poking around in Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s business. Not only because it was Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s own private matters, but also because she was worried Xiaoya would end up having animosity between her small number of close friends.


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    All along the way, Xiaoya sent out postcards to her friend, documenting her journey and her time with her lover.


    So Xiaoya kept sending postcards to "Female Hobbies''?" address, while that person always sent her back cards from many different places, with Xiaoya not knowing if it was because they were on business trips of just on vacation.


    If XY (Xiang Yi) and MYC (Mo Yichen) could shoo off their love, and XY had to changed her profile pictures to a couple photo and sprinkle some sappy lovey-dovey stuff in the posts she shares with her friend circles, then something like this would''ve never happened. If this girl couldn''t lie to herself by saying "because I''m a girl, she couldn''t introduce me to her friends" then XY''s lies could''ve been exposed sooner.


    There were special commemorative stamps and postcards sent from the location they were made in, etc.


    Xiaoya: "But how can she just forgive Xiang Yi like that? Did she even kick up a fuss? Xiang Yi probably doesn''t know Yichen knows what she did. It''s too unfair."


    All along the way, Xiaoya sent out postcards to her friend, documenting her journey and her time with her lover.


    Her mother thought she would be going on a girl''s trip with her new friends, so she gave her support saying, "Alright then, young people should go out and see the world. So where are you guys planning to go? Do you have enough money to pay for it?"


    So, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want Xiaoya poking around in Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s business. Not only because it was Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s own private matters, but also because she was worried Xiaoya would end up having animosity between her small number of close friends.


    The sender''s penmanship was delicate and graceful, looking as though it should belong to to a girl. It is said that seeing one''s handwriting is like seeing the person themselves, and Xiaoya thought that based on this person''s postcard pal''s writing, they must be a very kind person.


    And despite "Female Hobbies?" not being a wordy as Xiaoya in every card she wrote, Xiaoya could still feel her kind intentions from the cards she sent.


    Do you want to be a long term postcard pal? I''ve been using the postcard service for a year now, and I''m long term postcard pal''s with someone from England, someone from Russia, who''re both girls and are very cute. One of them really liked my stamps, while the other loves collecting coins from other countries. Last time, I stuffed a bunch of Chinese coins into an envelope and sent it to her and she received it safely and we were all very happy. But I don''t have any long term pals from inside China as yet.


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    It took a postcard about three to four days to be sent from city to city, while it took seven to fourteen days for delivery to remote areas.


    Her mother thought she would be going on a girl''s trip with her new friends, so she gave her support saying, "Alright then, young people should go out and see the world. So where are you guys planning to go? Do you have enough money to pay for it?"


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    Female Hobbies?:


    Xiaoya''s mother thought she had already cut ties with Lu Xiaobei and that she had even gotten a boyfriend back at her new high school. So for a long time now, she was under the impression her daughter had long "changed". So after Xiaoya had gotten into university, she was no longer as strict as she was during those high school days, and went as far as encouraging her daughter to hang out with friends.


    But Lu Xiaobei countered her bluntly: "Those words of yours don''t really mean anything. Because when you''re angry, the entire page will covey your negative feelings; and when you''re happy, the entire page will be brimming with love."


    And despite "Female Hobbies?" not being a wordy as Xiaoya in every card she wrote, Xiaoya could still feel her kind intentions from the cards she sent.


    Sometimes I think about that if there comes a day where my girlfriend and I break up, that apart from you and those two girls I me at winter camp, nobody would even know we were even in love and that we were heartbroken. I think that something like this is really sad. No one would even know about how much we had loved each other.


    So during that time they had simply sent postcards to one another, telling each of their respective day-to-day lives.


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    ******


    And without knowing realising it, half a year a had passed, and the cards Xiaoya received got thicker and thicker.


    She didn''t know if she should push her way, or if she should further embrace her, but there was one thing she knew for certain and it was her entire body was rendered weak.


    I sent you a photo via the app before, and I think you liked it. I hope you don''t mind my nagging, lol. Anyhow, like I said last time, a friend of mine is a lesbian, and I''m also one too. I don''t get why the rules get made up by the majority, like, why can''t we walk freely under the sunshine too?


    She had asked Lu Xiaobei about it, and she broke it down for her saying, "If Mo Yichen was the one who wronged Xiang Yi, odds are, she would tell you. But her not saying anything means it was most likely true. So make sure to not ask her about it either."


    In the past six months, a lot of things had happened. For instance, Xiaoya had completely adapted to her college life. She got along with her roommates, and every week there was a gathering at the dorm where they ate, watched movies, and sung karaoke. Even Lu Xiaobei was a tad bit huffy about this development, because it meant every time she wanted to go on a date with Xiaoya, she would have to arrange the date beforehand. It made it her even think of having them live together ahead of schedule.


    Lin''an was beautiful. The lakes were crystal clear and the snow had yet to melt off the bridges.


    Another thing which happened was Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi reconciling, or possibly that they never had a confrontation to begin with. Xiaoya never found out if Xiang Yi was really cheating. Mo Yichen never brought up the topic of her own volition, and so Xiaoya also never asked.


    So, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want Xiaoya poking around in Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s business. Not only because it was Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s own private matters, but also because she was worried Xiaoya would end up having animosity between her small number of close friends.


    Her face erupted in a flush, and her own hands moved to encircle Lu Xiaobei''s waist, while she couldn''t bring herself to speak.


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart would cease beating, and every inch of her from head to toe felt tingly and numb.


    She had asked Lu Xiaobei about it, and she broke it down for her saying, "If Mo Yichen was the one who wronged Xiang Yi, odds are, she would tell you. But her not saying anything means it was most likely true. So make sure to not ask her about it either."


    It took a postcard about three to four days to be sent from city to city, while it took seven to fourteen days for delivery to remote areas.


    All along the way, Xiaoya sent out postcards to her friend, documenting her journey and her time with her lover.


    Long Term Relationship


    Xiaoya: "..." Why this mess have so many winding roads?


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya: "..."


    Her mother thought she would be going on a girl''s trip with her new friends, so she gave her support saying, "Alright then, young people should go out and see the world. So where are you guys planning to go? Do you have enough money to pay for it?"


    Xiaoya: "But how can she just forgive Xiang Yi like that? Did she even kick up a fuss? Xiang Yi probably doesn''t know Yichen knows what she did. It''s too unfair."


    To her mother, Xiaoya told her about the trip she would take after she finished the final exams for her first year.


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    N/A


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    ¡ª¡ªXiaoyu is looking forward to your reply.


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head and said in return, "Don''t just think of Xiang Yi as someone who doesn''t care about anything, because in truth, she has a softer heart than most. So if Mo Yichen doesn''t want to say anything, it might be because she doesn;t want Xiang Yi to feel guilty."


    Another thing which happened was Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi reconciling, or possibly that they never had a confrontation to begin with. Xiaoya never found out if Xiang Yi was really cheating. Mo Yichen never brought up the topic of her own volition, and so Xiaoya also never asked.


    Long Term Relationship


    Sometimes I think about that if there comes a day where my girlfriend and I break up, that apart from you and those two girls I me at winter camp, nobody would even know we were even in love and that we were heartbroken. I think that something like this is really sad. No one would even know about how much we had loved each other.


    You''ve visited a lot of places, yeah? Well, this winter vacation, I planned on going on a trip with my girlfriend for a few days before the Lunar New Year. We still haven''t decided where exactly we''ll be going, so if you have any recommendations, let me know, okay? XOXO~


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head and said in return, "Don''t just think of Xiang Yi as someone who doesn''t care about anything, because in truth, she has a softer heart than most. So if Mo Yichen doesn''t want to say anything, it might be because she doesn;t want Xiang Yi to feel guilty."


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    Female Hobbies?:


    Xiaoya: "..." Why this mess have so many winding roads?


    How can she even think her mother would have a gaydarT/n: it was literally les-dar (lesbian-radar) here but that sounds dumb. It''s a word-ish. But it sounds dumb..


    Lu Xiaobei: "The path they''re both taking is not going to be easy, and Mo Yichen will also be spending the New Year''s at Xiang Yi''s house. She''s spending more time at Xiang Yi''s house, not just with Xiang Yi but also with Xiang Yi''s mother. She spends more time there than she does at her own home. Love is is not the only thing being used to maintain this relationship of theirs."


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    Lu Xiaobei: "The path they''re both taking is not going to be easy, and Mo Yichen will also be spending the New Year''s at Xiang Yi''s house. She''s spending more time at Xiang Yi''s house, not just with Xiang Yi but also with Xiang Yi''s mother. She spends more time there than she does at her own home. Love is is not the only thing being used to maintain this relationship of theirs."


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    The meaning behind Lu Xiaobei''s words was very simple. Mo Yichen was now an adult. She was not being kept in the dark and this decision she made was done with her eyes wide open. And even if Mo Yichen was completely blinded by love, who hasn''t had a period were they fell for a scumbag during their youth and took a huge fall in return?


    Anyhow, I saw you were in Qingdao City not too long ago. How were the beaches there? Did you have fun?


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    Her face erupted in a flush, and her own hands moved to encircle Lu Xiaobei''s waist, while she couldn''t bring herself to speak.


    Like this, Lu Xiaobei pressed a kiss on her forehead gently, then after her lips parted she again questioned the girl in her arms. "C''mon, tell me?" Her breath was warm, and it''s heat still lingered on Xiaoya''s skin.


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    Like this, Lu Xiaobei pressed a kiss on her forehead gently, then after her lips parted she again questioned the girl in her arms. "C''mon, tell me?" Her breath was warm, and it''s heat still lingered on Xiaoya''s skin.


    But, recently, a group of students who wanted to be some "goody two shoes", went there to sort the mail out and would issue notices via the school''s official account for the students to come collect them from special mail room the assigned. It sounds like a good thing, right? But that special mail room is located on the first floor of the boy''s dormitory!


    So, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want Xiaoya poking around in Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s business. Not only because it was Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s own private matters, but also because she was worried Xiaoya would end up having animosity between her small number of close friends.


    Anyway, this postcard is too mall for me to write down everything, but if there''s a chance, I hope we can continue our chat next time. Bless.


    Lu Xiaobei then kissed her nose, and lightly skimmed its way down until they arrived at Xiaoya''s cherry red lips. Moving a hand to cradle Xiaoya''s head, she closed her eyes and all Xiaoya could see was the inclined view of her beautiful face.


    Xiaoya: "But how can she just forgive Xiang Yi like that? Did she even kick up a fuss? Xiang Yi probably doesn''t know Yichen knows what she did. It''s too unfair."


    And despite her not saying all this outright, Xiaoya still understood her intentions.


    Haa... I don''t want to be super pushy, either.


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    Like this, Lu Xiaobei pressed a kiss on her forehead gently, then after her lips parted she again questioned the girl in her arms. "C''mon, tell me?" Her breath was warm, and it''s heat still lingered on Xiaoya''s skin.


    She had asked Lu Xiaobei about it, and she broke it down for her saying, "If Mo Yichen was the one who wronged Xiang Yi, odds are, she would tell you. But her not saying anything means it was most likely true. So make sure to not ask her about it either."


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head and said in return, "Don''t just think of Xiang Yi as someone who doesn''t care about anything, because in truth, she has a softer heart than most. So if Mo Yichen doesn''t want to say anything, it might be because she doesn;t want Xiang Yi to feel guilty."


    And despite her not saying all this outright, Xiaoya still understood her intentions.


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    Female Hobbies?:


    Xiaoya: "..."


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    ******


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    ******


    Hi. I got a card from you yesterday and it made me really happy. But the process of me collecting the card this time was a real pain in the butt. Normally, the mail for students a our school would was left at the security booth and they would put them all in a huge bin and let the students go there to find their letters themselves. But because of people going there late to pick up their mail or not collecting them at all, the bin was full of letters, though you could still find your mail if you took the time.


    So during that time they had simply sent postcards to one another, telling each of their respective day-to-day lives.


    Her mother thought she would be going on a girl''s trip with her new friends, so she gave her support saying, "Alright then, young people should go out and see the world. So where are you guys planning to go? Do you have enough money to pay for it?"


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    Another thing which happened was Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi reconciling, or possibly that they never had a confrontation to begin with. Xiaoya never found out if Xiang Yi was really cheating. Mo Yichen never brought up the topic of her own volition, and so Xiaoya also never asked.


    In the past six months, a lot of things had happened. For instance, Xiaoya had completely adapted to her college life. She got along with her roommates, and every week there was a gathering at the dorm where they ate, watched movies, and sung karaoke. Even Lu Xiaobei was a tad bit huffy about this development, because it meant every time she wanted to go on a date with Xiaoya, she would have to arrange the date beforehand. It made it her even think of having them live together ahead of schedule.


    But, recently, a group of students who wanted to be some "goody two shoes", went there to sort the mail out and would issue notices via the school''s official account for the students to come collect them from special mail room the assigned. It sounds like a good thing, right? But that special mail room is located on the first floor of the boy''s dormitory!


    Long Term Relationship


    Hi, I just got your postcard, and I never thought you''d take the time to find my address specifically so I was really moved.


    Hi, I just got your postcard, and I never thought you''d take the time to find my address specifically so I was really moved.


    The meaning behind Lu Xiaobei''s words was very simple. Mo Yichen was now an adult. She was not being kept in the dark and this decision she made was done with her eyes wide open. And even if Mo Yichen was completely blinded by love, who hasn''t had a period were they fell for a scumbag during their youth and took a huge fall in return?


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart would cease beating, and every inch of her from head to toe felt tingly and numb.


    The boys dorm has a security door there that you need to use a card to get past every single time. So every time I go there to get my postcards it gets more awkward with each visit.


    In Lin''an, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei then watched the fireworks while sitting by the lake.


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    "Hey, we can''t communicate spiritually," Xiaoya huffed.


    Xiaoya stopped her mother from offering by saying, "I''m going with a schoolmate, and she''ll be driving us there. We won''t need to pay to travel. We''re also going to Lin''an, because her family has a small villa in the suburbs. So I don'' need to bring a lot of money, okay?"


    Anyhow, recently, I went to eat out with the girls I had met at winter camp and everyone seemed happy and peachy, but for some reason I got the feeling something was off. I think something happened to them that I don''t know about, and it looks like even my girlfriend knows about it, but she doesn''t seem to want to say anything about it.


    And in that old house left behind by Lu Xiaobei''s grandmother, those two girls had their taste of the ultimate happiness, and ignited the fireworks in their hearts.


    Haa... I don''t want to be super pushy, either.


    ******


    Lu Xiaobei then kissed her nose, and lightly skimmed its way down until they arrived at Xiaoya''s cherry red lips. Moving a hand to cradle Xiaoya''s head, she closed her eyes and all Xiaoya could see was the inclined view of her beautiful face.


    One time, Lu Xiaobei read one of the postcards she wrote and asked, "Are you seriously showing off your lovey-dovey couple life to strangers like this?"


    So during that time they had simply sent postcards to one another, telling each of their respective day-to-day lives.


    There were special commemorative stamps and postcards sent from the location they were made in, etc.


    Sometimes I think about that if there comes a day where my girlfriend and I break up, that apart from you and those two girls I me at winter camp, nobody would even know we were even in love and that we were heartbroken. I think that something like this is really sad. No one would even know about how much we had loved each other.


    The meaning behind Lu Xiaobei''s words was very simple. Mo Yichen was now an adult. She was not being kept in the dark and this decision she made was done with her eyes wide open. And even if Mo Yichen was completely blinded by love, who hasn''t had a period were they fell for a scumbag during their youth and took a huge fall in return?


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    But, recently, a group of students who wanted to be some "goody two shoes", went there to sort the mail out and would issue notices via the school''s official account for the students to come collect them from special mail room the assigned. It sounds like a good thing, right? But that special mail room is located on the first floor of the boy''s dormitory!


    In Lin''an, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei then watched the fireworks while sitting by the lake.


    Anyhow, I saw you were in Qingdao City not too long ago. How were the beaches there? Did you have fun?


    Anyhow, recently, I went to eat out with the girls I had met at winter camp and everyone seemed happy and peachy, but for some reason I got the feeling something was off. I think something happened to them that I don''t know about, and it looks like even my girlfriend knows about it, but she doesn''t seem to want to say anything about it.


    You''ve visited a lot of places, yeah? Well, this winter vacation, I planned on going on a trip with my girlfriend for a few days before the Lunar New Year. We still haven''t decided where exactly we''ll be going, so if you have any recommendations, let me know, okay? XOXO~


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    They were probably the type of person someone could open their heart to and bare their soul.


    "Since you''re going to be taking someone else''s car and staying at someone else''s house, you should mind you manners, alright?" From her perspective, Xiaoya''s mother thought her daughter would be going there with a few friends, so without questioning it she tried to lecture her daughter on how to be a good guest. "When you guys eat out or need to by tickets, remember to take the initiative to pick up the check or pay the bill, alright? In both friendships and dating, it''s important to know how to give. It''s a blessing to suffer those kind of financial losses."


    Do you want to be a long term postcard pal? I''ve been using the postcard service for a year now, and I''m long term postcard pal''s with someone from England, someone from Russia, who''re both girls and are very cute. One of them really liked my stamps, while the other loves collecting coins from other countries. Last time, I stuffed a bunch of Chinese coins into an envelope and sent it to her and she received it safely and we were all very happy. But I don''t have any long term pals from inside China as yet.


    Female Hobbies?:


    Best wishes.


    In the past six months, a lot of things had happened. For instance, Xiaoya had completely adapted to her college life. She got along with her roommates, and every week there was a gathering at the dorm where they ate, watched movies, and sung karaoke. Even Lu Xiaobei was a tad bit huffy about this development, because it meant every time she wanted to go on a date with Xiaoya, she would have to arrange the date beforehand. It made it her even think of having them live together ahead of schedule.


    ******


    iana: the XY x MYC stuff is honestly depressing, but at least this chapter ended on a high note.


    ¡ª¡ªXiaoyu is looking forward to your reply.


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    It took a postcard about three to four days to be sent from city to city, while it took seven to fourteen days for delivery to remote areas.


    Xiaoya had four roommates, but only Xiaoya was from Nancheng. So Xiaoya had invited those new friends of hers to eat at her house one time, and her mother had already scanned them al and saw that non of them were "bent."


    And despite her not saying all this outright, Xiaoya still understood her intentions.


    She had asked Lu Xiaobei about it, and she broke it down for her saying, "If Mo Yichen was the one who wronged Xiang Yi, odds are, she would tell you. But her not saying anything means it was most likely true. So make sure to not ask her about it either."


    To her mother, Xiaoya told her about the trip she would take after she finished the final exams for her first year.


    And despite "Female Hobbies?" not being a wordy as Xiaoya in every card she wrote, Xiaoya could still feel her kind intentions from the cards she sent.


    While checking her grades, Xiaoya grumbled about her school''s rules. "Why do I have to submit a review of the teacher before I can see my grades? What if I give the teacher a positive review and she gives me a bad grade, what will I do?"


    But, recently, a group of students who wanted to be some "goody two shoes", went there to sort the mail out and would issue notices via the school''s official account for the students to come collect them from special mail room the assigned. It sounds like a good thing, right? But that special mail room is located on the first floor of the boy''s dormitory!


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    The sender''s penmanship was delicate and graceful, looking as though it should belong to to a girl. It is said that seeing one''s handwriting is like seeing the person themselves, and Xiaoya thought that based on this person''s postcard pal''s writing, they must be a very kind person.


    Do you want to be a long term postcard pal? I''ve been using the postcard service for a year now, and I''m long term postcard pal''s with someone from England, someone from Russia, who''re both girls and are very cute. One of them really liked my stamps, while the other loves collecting coins from other countries. Last time, I stuffed a bunch of Chinese coins into an envelope and sent it to her and she received it safely and we were all very happy. But I don''t have any long term pals from inside China as yet.


    I sent you a photo via the app before, and I think you liked it. I hope you don''t mind my nagging, lol. Anyhow, like I said last time, a friend of mine is a lesbian, and I''m also one too. I don''t get why the rules get made up by the majority, like, why can''t we walk freely under the sunshine too?


    Lu Xiaobei: "The path they''re both taking is not going to be easy, and Mo Yichen will also be spending the New Year''s at Xiang Yi''s house. She''s spending more time at Xiang Yi''s house, not just with Xiang Yi but also with Xiang Yi''s mother. She spends more time there than she does at her own home. Love is is not the only thing being used to maintain this relationship of theirs."


    The meaning behind Lu Xiaobei''s words was very simple. Mo Yichen was now an adult. She was not being kept in the dark and this decision she made was done with her eyes wide open. And even if Mo Yichen was completely blinded by love, who hasn''t had a period were they fell for a scumbag during their youth and took a huge fall in return?


    Sometimes I think about that if there comes a day where my girlfriend and I break up, that apart from you and those two girls I me at winter camp, nobody would even know we were even in love and that we were heartbroken. I think that something like this is really sad. No one would even know about how much we had loved each other.


    So, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want Xiaoya poking around in Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s business. Not only because it was Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s own private matters, but also because she was worried Xiaoya would end up having animosity between her small number of close friends.


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    Lu Xiaobei shook her head and said in return, "Don''t just think of Xiang Yi as someone who doesn''t care about anything, because in truth, she has a softer heart than most. So if Mo Yichen doesn''t want to say anything, it might be because she doesn;t want Xiang Yi to feel guilty."


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    Best wishes.


    Lu Xiaobei: "The path they''re both taking is not going to be easy, and Mo Yichen will also be spending the New Year''s at Xiang Yi''s house. She''s spending more time at Xiang Yi''s house, not just with Xiang Yi but also with Xiang Yi''s mother. She spends more time there than she does at her own home. Love is is not the only thing being used to maintain this relationship of theirs."


    Female Hobbies?:


    Xiaoya''s mother thought she had already cut ties with Lu Xiaobei and that she had even gotten a boyfriend back at her new high school. So for a long time now, she was under the impression her daughter had long "changed". So after Xiaoya had gotten into university, she was no longer as strict as she was during those high school days, and went as far as encouraging her daughter to hang out with friends.


    While checking her grades, Xiaoya grumbled about her school''s rules. "Why do I have to submit a review of the teacher before I can see my grades? What if I give the teacher a positive review and she gives me a bad grade, what will I do?"


    Xiaoya had four roommates, but only Xiaoya was from Nancheng. So Xiaoya had invited those new friends of hers to eat at her house one time, and her mother had already scanned them al and saw that non of them were "bent."


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    But Lu Xiaobei countered her bluntly: "Those words of yours don''t really mean anything. Because when you''re angry, the entire page will covey your negative feelings; and when you''re happy, the entire page will be brimming with love."


    Lin''an was beautiful. The lakes were crystal clear and the snow had yet to melt off the bridges.


    ?¡ó?


    And in that old house left behind by Lu Xiaobei''s grandmother, those two girls had their taste of the ultimate happiness, and ignited the fireworks in their hearts.


    So, Lu Xiaobei didn''t want Xiaoya poking around in Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s business. Not only because it was Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s own private matters, but also because she was worried Xiaoya would end up having animosity between her small number of close friends.


    If Xiaoya knew what was going on in her mother''s head, without a doubt, she would be made speechless.


    I sent you a photo via the app before, and I think you liked it. I hope you don''t mind my nagging, lol. Anyhow, like I said last time, a friend of mine is a lesbian, and I''m also one too. I don''t get why the rules get made up by the majority, like, why can''t we walk freely under the sunshine too?


    And in that old house left behind by Lu Xiaobei''s grandmother, those two girls had their taste of the ultimate happiness, and ignited the fireworks in their hearts.


    The meaning behind Lu Xiaobei''s words was very simple. Mo Yichen was now an adult. She was not being kept in the dark and this decision she made was done with her eyes wide open. And even if Mo Yichen was completely blinded by love, who hasn''t had a period were they fell for a scumbag during their youth and took a huge fall in return?


    How can she even think her mother would have a gaydarT/n: it was literally les-dar (lesbian-radar) here but that sounds dumb. It''s a word-ish. But it sounds dumb..


    Lu Xiaobei: "The path they''re both taking is not going to be easy, and Mo Yichen will also be spending the New Year''s at Xiang Yi''s house. She''s spending more time at Xiang Yi''s house, not just with Xiang Yi but also with Xiang Yi''s mother. She spends more time there than she does at her own home. Love is is not the only thing being used to maintain this relationship of theirs."


    Xiaoya''s mother walked by behind her and said, "And that''s why the make you guys send in your evaluations first."


    How can she even think her mother would have a gaydarT/n: it was literally les-dar (lesbian-radar) here but that sounds dumb. It''s a word-ish. But it sounds dumb..


    Her mother thought she would be going on a girl''s trip with her new friends, so she gave her support saying, "Alright then, young people should go out and see the world. So where are you guys planning to go? Do you have enough money to pay for it?"


    "Since you''re going to be taking someone else''s car and staying at someone else''s house, you should mind you manners, alright?" From her perspective, Xiaoya''s mother thought her daughter would be going there with a few friends, so without questioning it she tried to lecture her daughter on how to be a good guest. "When you guys eat out or need to by tickets, remember to take the initiative to pick up the check or pay the bill, alright? In both friendships and dating, it''s important to know how to give. It''s a blessing to suffer those kind of financial losses."


    There were special commemorative stamps and postcards sent from the location they were made in, etc.


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    Xiaoya stopped her mother from offering by saying, "I''m going with a schoolmate, and she''ll be driving us there. We won''t need to pay to travel. We''re also going to Lin''an, because her family has a small villa in the suburbs. So I don'' need to bring a lot of money, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei then kissed her nose, and lightly skimmed its way down until they arrived at Xiaoya''s cherry red lips. Moving a hand to cradle Xiaoya''s head, she closed her eyes and all Xiaoya could see was the inclined view of her beautiful face.


    It took a postcard about three to four days to be sent from city to city, while it took seven to fourteen days for delivery to remote areas.


    Female Hobbies?:


    "Since you''re going to be taking someone else''s car and staying at someone else''s house, you should mind you manners, alright?" From her perspective, Xiaoya''s mother thought her daughter would be going there with a few friends, so without questioning it she tried to lecture her daughter on how to be a good guest. "When you guys eat out or need to by tickets, remember to take the initiative to pick up the check or pay the bill, alright? In both friendships and dating, it''s important to know how to give. It''s a blessing to suffer those kind of financial losses."


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    She didn''t know if she should push her way, or if she should further embrace her, but there was one thing she knew for certain and it was her entire body was rendered weak.


    At first, Xiaoya waned to refuse, but after she heard the word "dating" she silently took the money given to her.


    But Lu Xiaobei countered her bluntly: "Those words of yours don''t really mean anything. Because when you''re angry, the entire page will covey your negative feelings; and when you''re happy, the entire page will be brimming with love."


    Then, just as the winter holidays began, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei hit the road.


    "Hey, we can''t communicate spiritually," Xiaoya huffed.


    Hi, I just got your postcard, and I never thought you''d take the time to find my address specifically so I was really moved.


    The meaning behind Lu Xiaobei''s words was very simple. Mo Yichen was now an adult. She was not being kept in the dark and this decision she made was done with her eyes wide open. And even if Mo Yichen was completely blinded by love, who hasn''t had a period were they fell for a scumbag during their youth and took a huge fall in return?


    Lin''an was beautiful. The lakes were crystal clear and the snow had yet to melt off the bridges.


    There were special commemorative stamps and postcards sent from the location they were made in, etc.


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    Xiaoya had four roommates, but only Xiaoya was from Nancheng. So Xiaoya had invited those new friends of hers to eat at her house one time, and her mother had already scanned them al and saw that non of them were "bent."


    So during that time they had simply sent postcards to one another, telling each of their respective day-to-day lives.


    And in that old house left behind by Lu Xiaobei''s grandmother, those two girls had their taste of the ultimate happiness, and ignited the fireworks in their hearts.


    All along the way, Xiaoya sent out postcards to her friend, documenting her journey and her time with her lover.


    One time, Lu Xiaobei read one of the postcards she wrote and asked, "Are you seriously showing off your lovey-dovey couple life to strangers like this?"


    Anyway, this postcard is too mall for me to write down everything, but if there''s a chance, I hope we can continue our chat next time. Bless.


    Female Hobbies?:


    But Lu Xiaobei countered her bluntly: "Those words of yours don''t really mean anything. Because when you''re angry, the entire page will covey your negative feelings; and when you''re happy, the entire page will be brimming with love."


    So during that time they had simply sent postcards to one another, telling each of their respective day-to-day lives.


    ?¡ó?


    Lu Xiaobei then kissed her nose, and lightly skimmed its way down until they arrived at Xiaoya''s cherry red lips. Moving a hand to cradle Xiaoya''s head, she closed her eyes and all Xiaoya could see was the inclined view of her beautiful face.


    One time, Lu Xiaobei read one of the postcards she wrote and asked, "Are you seriously showing off your lovey-dovey couple life to strangers like this?"


    You''ve visited a lot of places, yeah? Well, this winter vacation, I planned on going on a trip with my girlfriend for a few days before the Lunar New Year. We still haven''t decided where exactly we''ll be going, so if you have any recommendations, let me know, okay? XOXO~


    At first, Xiaoya waned to refuse, but after she heard the word "dating" she silently took the money given to her.


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart would cease beating, and every inch of her from head to toe felt tingly and numb.


    ?¡ó?


    So during that time they had simply sent postcards to one another, telling each of their respective day-to-day lives.


    Xiaoya snatched the card from Lu Xiaobei''s hand then responded, "Hey, don''t peek at my private stuff, okay? My postcard pal said she really likes reading the cards I send her, so all the words here are especially genuine."


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart would cease beating, and every inch of her from head to toe felt tingly and numb.


    But Lu Xiaobei countered her bluntly: "Those words of yours don''t really mean anything. Because when you''re angry, the entire page will covey your negative feelings; and when you''re happy, the entire page will be brimming with love."


    When Xiaoya wrote that card last time, all she wanted to do was vent, but she never thought she would actually get a response in return. She even received a rare maxi-cardT/n: A maximum card is a special postcard that has a matching theme of background images and stamp. with a stamp. The sender only wrote on line at the bottom of the postcard, reading: After you go out to see the world and go through the countless experiences of life, I wish you will always retain a pure youthful heart.


    Xiaoya: "..."


    And despite her not saying all this outright, Xiaoya still understood her intentions.


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    Hi, I just got your postcard, and I never thought you''d take the time to find my address specifically so I was really moved.


    In Lin''an, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei then watched the fireworks while sitting by the lake.


    ?¡ó?


    While checking her grades, Xiaoya grumbled about her school''s rules. "Why do I have to submit a review of the teacher before I can see my grades? What if I give the teacher a positive review and she gives me a bad grade, what will I do?"


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    "Hey, we can''t communicate spiritually," Xiaoya huffed.


    She had asked Lu Xiaobei about it, and she broke it down for her saying, "If Mo Yichen was the one who wronged Xiang Yi, odds are, she would tell you. But her not saying anything means it was most likely true. So make sure to not ask her about it either."


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    To her mother, Xiaoya told her about the trip she would take after she finished the final exams for her first year.


    Long Term Relationship


    While checking her grades, Xiaoya grumbled about her school''s rules. "Why do I have to submit a review of the teacher before I can see my grades? What if I give the teacher a positive review and she gives me a bad grade, what will I do?"


    The sender''s penmanship was delicate and graceful, looking as though it should belong to to a girl. It is said that seeing one''s handwriting is like seeing the person themselves, and Xiaoya thought that based on this person''s postcard pal''s writing, they must be a very kind person.


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    Hi. I got a card from you yesterday and it made me really happy. But the process of me collecting the card this time was a real pain in the butt. Normally, the mail for students a our school would was left at the security booth and they would put them all in a huge bin and let the students go there to find their letters themselves. But because of people going there late to pick up their mail or not collecting them at all, the bin was full of letters, though you could still find your mail if you took the time.


    The two were pressed together closely, and Lu Xiaobei''s voice had a sultry tone. So despite their being a small difference in their heights, Xiaoya felt as though all of her was surrounded by Lu Xiaobei.


    And without knowing realising it, half a year a had passed, and the cards Xiaoya received got thicker and thicker.


    Her face erupted in a flush, and her own hands moved to encircle Lu Xiaobei''s waist, while she couldn''t bring herself to speak.


    Xiaoya''s mother thought she had already cut ties with Lu Xiaobei and that she had even gotten a boyfriend back at her new high school. So for a long time now, she was under the impression her daughter had long "changed". So after Xiaoya had gotten into university, she was no longer as strict as she was during those high school days, and went as far as encouraging her daughter to hang out with friends.


    The boys dorm has a security door there that you need to use a card to get past every single time. So every time I go there to get my postcards it gets more awkward with each visit.


    Her face erupted in a flush, and her own hands moved to encircle Lu Xiaobei''s waist, while she couldn''t bring herself to speak.


    Like this, Lu Xiaobei pressed a kiss on her forehead gently, then after her lips parted she again questioned the girl in her arms. "C''mon, tell me?" Her breath was warm, and it''s heat still lingered on Xiaoya''s skin.


    ?¡ó?


    "Yes! I passed all my classes!" Xiaoya then said to her mother, "Mom, I want to go on a trip with some friends during the winter holidays. I promise to be back for New Year''s."


    Anyhow, I saw you were in Qingdao City not too long ago. How were the beaches there? Did you have fun?


    Lu Xiaobei then kissed her nose, and lightly skimmed its way down until they arrived at Xiaoya''s cherry red lips. Moving a hand to cradle Xiaoya''s head, she closed her eyes and all Xiaoya could see was the inclined view of her beautiful face.


    The boys dorm has a security door there that you need to use a card to get past every single time. So every time I go there to get my postcards it gets more awkward with each visit.


    I sent you a photo via the app before, and I think you liked it. I hope you don''t mind my nagging, lol. Anyhow, like I said last time, a friend of mine is a lesbian, and I''m also one too. I don''t get why the rules get made up by the majority, like, why can''t we walk freely under the sunshine too?


    Xiaoya: "..." Why this mess have so many winding roads?


    Xiaoya felt as though her heart would cease beating, and every inch of her from head to toe felt tingly and numb.


    At first, Xiaoya waned to refuse, but after she heard the word "dating" she silently took the money given to her.


    "Since you''re going to be taking someone else''s car and staying at someone else''s house, you should mind you manners, alright?" From her perspective, Xiaoya''s mother thought her daughter would be going there with a few friends, so without questioning it she tried to lecture her daughter on how to be a good guest. "When you guys eat out or need to by tickets, remember to take the initiative to pick up the check or pay the bill, alright? In both friendships and dating, it''s important to know how to give. It''s a blessing to suffer those kind of financial losses."


    Xiaoya snatched the card from Lu Xiaobei''s hand then responded, "Hey, don''t peek at my private stuff, okay? My postcard pal said she really likes reading the cards I send her, so all the words here are especially genuine."


    "Hey, we can''t communicate spiritually," Xiaoya huffed.


    And without knowing realising it, half a year a had passed, and the cards Xiaoya received got thicker and thicker.


    But after snaking her arms around Xiaoya''s waist, Lu Xiaobei then questioned, "Then how can we communicate with one another, hm?"


    iana: the XY x MYC stuff is honestly depressing, but at least this chapter ended on a high note.


    She didn''t know if she should push her way, or if she should further embrace her, but there was one thing she knew for certain and it was her entire body was rendered weak.


    Xiaoya: "..." Why this mess have so many winding roads?


    Hi, I just got your postcard, and I never thought you''d take the time to find my address specifically so I was really moved.


    The sender''s penmanship was delicate and graceful, looking as though it should belong to to a girl. It is said that seeing one''s handwriting is like seeing the person themselves, and Xiaoya thought that based on this person''s postcard pal''s writing, they must be a very kind person.


    Xiaoya: "..."


    There were special commemorative stamps and postcards sent from the location they were made in, etc.


    In Lin''an, Xiaoya and Lu Xiaobei then watched the fireworks while sitting by the lake.


    Sometimes I think about that if there comes a day where my girlfriend and I break up, that apart from you and those two girls I me at winter camp, nobody would even know we were even in love and that we were heartbroken. I think that something like this is really sad. No one would even know about how much we had loved each other.


    And despite her not saying all this outright, Xiaoya still understood her intentions.


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    So in the letter to her new postcard friend, Xiaoya said this:


    If XY (Xiang Yi) and MYC (Mo Yichen) could shoo off their love, and XY had to changed her profile pictures to a couple photo and sprinkle some sappy lovey-dovey stuff in the posts she shares with her friend circles, then something like this would''ve never happened. If this girl couldn''t lie to herself by saying "because I''m a girl, she couldn''t introduce me to her friends" then XY''s lies could''ve been exposed sooner.


    Female Hobbies?:


    One time, Lu Xiaobei read one of the postcards she wrote and asked, "Are you seriously showing off your lovey-dovey couple life to strangers like this?"


    And in that old house left behind by Lu Xiaobei''s grandmother, those two girls had their taste of the ultimate happiness, and ignited the fireworks in their hearts.


    Female Hobbies?:


    ¡ª¡ªto Xiaoyu


    Her mother thought she would be going on a girl''s trip with her new friends, so she gave her support saying, "Alright then, young people should go out and see the world. So where are you guys planning to go? Do you have enough money to pay for it?"


    Anyway, this postcard is too mall for me to write down everything, but if there''s a chance, I hope we can continue our chat next time. Bless.


    Lu Xiaobei: "The path they''re both taking is not going to be easy, and Mo Yichen will also be spending the New Year''s at Xiang Yi''s house. She''s spending more time at Xiang Yi''s house, not just with Xiang Yi but also with Xiang Yi''s mother. She spends more time there than she does at her own home. Love is is not the only thing being used to maintain this relationship of theirs."


    I sent you a photo via the app before, and I think you liked it. I hope you don''t mind my nagging, lol. Anyhow, like I said last time, a friend of mine is a lesbian, and I''m also one too. I don''t get why the rules get made up by the majority, like, why can''t we walk freely under the sunshine too?


    In the past six months, a lot of things had happened. For instance, Xiaoya had completely adapted to her college life. She got along with her roommates, and every week there was a gathering at the dorm where they ate, watched movies, and sung karaoke. Even Lu Xiaobei was a tad bit huffy about this development, because it meant every time she wanted to go on a date with Xiaoya, she would have to arrange the date beforehand. It made it her even think of having them live together ahead of schedule.

 CH 45

    But since that time, my mother did become more fond of cooking. We grew happier the more time we spent there, and were even more widely accepted by the people around us, too. After some time passed, my mother was again ion good terms with her father, and our financial situation also improved. From then on, whenever I went shopping, I rarely ever had to give price tags a look.


    Her parents were an ordinary couple, with her father seeming like a really gentle man while her mother gave the air of someone who was serious.


    At any rate, my life was no fairytale, and when I saw Xiaoya back then I was reminded of my former self. It was a far from pleasant period in my life, but it was nonetheless one that was real.


    Yu Xiaoya, I didn''t even know her name back then. The first time I really paid attention to her was when she used her hands to pat her cheeks, did her best to make her expression look more natural, and waved goodbye to her parents as the corner''s of her mouth tugged themselves upwards mechanically.


    If there was any sword or armour I could use to protect myself, I wouldn''t think twice about putting such things to use.


    It was a plastered smile, one that was a bit stiff.


    But when she heard me ask her, he entire face brightened.


    All the guests who came to the party endlessly heap praises on my mother because of her food. They liked it so much, when they were finished drinking, they even asked my mom if she wanted quit her job at the museum and open up a restaurant there.


    That night, for the first time in a long while, I had dreamt about my past.


    If there was any sword or armour I could use to protect myself, I wouldn''t think twice about putting such things to use.


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    But I never thought her doing so was silly, because back in my home town, in order to not make her mother worried when we lived in that foreign village, I would also plaster a smile on my face before I went back home.


    As for "that"?


    At camp the year before, I had stayed in a room by myself and figured that year, too, I would also be on my own.


    Was this the most prolific thing I did in middle-school? Teaching some students to respect others?


    But when she heard me ask her, he entire face brightened.


    The other time when the theme was seafood, the fish was fresh and cheap because the village wasn''t too far from the sea.


    Once a friend had told me that I was a warm person and lives like mine had only existed in fairytales. That everyday when I woke up I was greeted by flowers a nd sugar plums, and every night when I went to bed I was watched over by the moon and stars.


    The other time when the theme was seafood, the fish was fresh and cheap because the village wasn''t too far from the sea.


    A life with no setbacks, no unpleasantness at any time.


    In that school I did have one friend I had grown up with, and he was a nice guy. He tried to reason with the others, but it managed to kindle the rebellious nature in some fools.


    It was a plastered smile, one that was a bit stiff.


    That night, for the first time in a long while, I had dreamt about my past.


    If there was any sword or armour I could use to protect myself, I wouldn''t think twice about putting such things to use.


    During the day, I attended a kindergarten in that village. There weren''t a lot of people with jet-black hair and eyes there so people were amazed when they laid eyes on me. But, apart from two little boys who thought I was cute and fought over my hand in marriage in the future (making me famous in that village), everything else about my life there went off without a hitch.


    I told my teacher about these things, I told her the severity of my concerns. But all she said to me was "it was just harmless pranks, just a game, they were just having fun."


    The teachers in the Netherlands were quite fair in assigning grades. Before exams they would give minor stumbling blocks like switching up the main points, or missing out one or two people when it came to distributing the materials for the group, but so long as you had completed all your homework and scored well on exams, even if it was just one-tenth of a point, they would not cheat it from you.


    But the about fairytales is that they only exist in people''s minds.


    There was also one time where my mother had a Chinese themed get-together, and she spent three whole days preparing all the food. I never even knew my mother could cook that well before then since, at home, the only thing we ate was pizza and fast food.


    My mother refused their wish, of course. She loved her job at the museum, it made her feel fulfilled.


    At camp the year before, I had stayed in a room by myself and figured that year, too, I would also be on my own.


    iana: this extra doesn''t mean the story''s done. There''s still eight main chapters to go.


    As for "that"?


    At any rate, my life was no fairytale, and when I saw Xiaoya back then I was reminded of my former self. It was a far from pleasant period in my life, but it was nonetheless one that was real.


    Extra 1: Lu Xiaobei


    Although my father can''t be considered a good father in the general sense, he did respect me, so he never thought of my opinions as merely those of a petulant child and considered my feelings. He knew I didn''t want to spend the New Year''s festival at his house, so he signed up for the winter camp on my behalf. He was also aware that I didn''t like staying in the same room as strangers, so he had contacted the school and had a single room arranged for me.


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    But when she heard me ask her, he entire face brightened.


    But that year, there seemed to have been a mistake.


    Truth be told, I had no intention of getting involved with Xiaoya back then.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    At least, that was how it was until that teacher from the camp had arranged for her and me to share the same room.


    And after the third time my friend and I trashed the cafeteria in an act of self-defence, that was what it took for all the teachers to finally declare again and again that discrimination was prohibited in our school.


    If there was any sword or armour I could use to protect myself, I wouldn''t think twice about putting such things to use.


    After I came to China, I saw the same type of school bullies here, the type that would isolate you. But in the Diamond Capital, just by being obviously different from other people, your black hair and eyes, your yellow skin and poor accent when speaking English, meant they would not just scorn you, they would bully you in every conceivable way.


    At camp the year before, I had stayed in a room by myself and figured that year, too, I would also be on my own.


    My school had one of the best university preparatory systems in the country, and less than fifteen percent of students could achieve a grade of eight when the highest was ten and the lowest was one. Yet, in all of my subjects, I got nines, nine-point-fives, and even tens.


    Although my father can''t be considered a good father in the general sense, he did respect me, so he never thought of my opinions as merely those of a petulant child and considered my feelings. He knew I didn''t want to spend the New Year''s festival at his house, so he signed up for the winter camp on my behalf. He was also aware that I didn''t like staying in the same room as strangers, so he had contacted the school and had a single room arranged for me.


    My mother refused their wish, of course. She loved her job at the museum, it made her feel fulfilled.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    Even when I was the first to arrive at the cafeteria, I would still end up being the one who was served her lunch last.


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    During the next vacation period, I cut the hair that fell down to my waist and a guy who was our neighbour to teach me how to fight, and anyone who dared point a finger my way from then on was going to get a taste of my fist.


    But that year, there seemed to have been a mistake.


    On our way back to our room, she walked behind me, quietly, like a little kid. I didn''t bully her, or want it to look like like I did, so I asked her to just walk beside me...


    Even when I was the first to arrive at the cafeteria, I would still end up being the one who was served her lunch last.


    During the day, I attended a kindergarten in that village. There weren''t a lot of people with jet-black hair and eyes there so people were amazed when they laid eyes on me. But, apart from two little boys who thought I was cute and fought over my hand in marriage in the future (making me famous in that village), everything else about my life there went off without a hitch.


    Yu Xiaoya, I didn''t even know her name back then. The first time I really paid attention to her was when she used her hands to pat her cheeks, did her best to make her expression look more natural, and waved goodbye to her parents as the corner''s of her mouth tugged themselves upwards mechanically.


    Although my father can''t be considered a good father in the general sense, he did respect me, so he never thought of my opinions as merely those of a petulant child and considered my feelings. He knew I didn''t want to spend the New Year''s festival at his house, so he signed up for the winter camp on my behalf. He was also aware that I didn''t like staying in the same room as strangers, so he had contacted the school and had a single room arranged for me.


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    Her parents were an ordinary couple, with her father seeming like a really gentle man while her mother gave the air of someone who was serious.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    She was cautious when she came over to greet me, with a hello. She followed suit when she saw me put my tray back on the rack after eating. I wanted to tell her there was no need for her do it too, because the only reason I did it was it was something I was used to.


    Truth be told, I had no intention of getting involved with Xiaoya back then.


    Well, that should be after we had left that village and I started middle school. My mother had to move to A-City, a city known as the "Diamond Capital"T/n: I believe this is Amsterdam.. I had grown up in that small village, so, naturally, I spoke Dutch most of the time while my mother taught me a bit of Chinese.


    In my third year of middle school, I was already quite proficient at fighting, so no one dared to throw anything my way again.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    My mother refused their wish, of course. She loved her job at the museum, it made her feel fulfilled.


    Kind of, because when it came to matters of the heart, I had started quite late. In the village, I had to always take care of my mother when she drank herself in daze. Then everyday, I was with her learning Chinese or learning to cook. Then in the Diamond Capital, to deal with the spoiled trust-fund babies, I spent all my free time getting into fights.


    iana: this extra doesn''t mean the story''s done. There''s still eight main chapters to go.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    At least, that was how it was until that teacher from the camp had arranged for her and me to share the same room.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    But that year, there seemed to have been a mistake.


    On our way back to our room, she walked behind me, quietly, like a little kid. I didn''t bully her, or want it to look like like I did, so I asked her to just walk beside me...


    After I came to China, I saw the same type of school bullies here, the type that would isolate you. But in the Diamond Capital, just by being obviously different from other people, your black hair and eyes, your yellow skin and poor accent when speaking English, meant they would not just scorn you, they would bully you in every conceivable way.


    My mother smiled a lot more often when she was there. Perhaps it was because she was rarely left alone with her thoughts, or perhaps she just thought that place was fantastic. She would meet up with our neighbours to share a few drinks, and would bring Chinese delicacies to parties hosted by my classmates parents.


    Although my father can''t be considered a good father in the general sense, he did respect me, so he never thought of my opinions as merely those of a petulant child and considered my feelings. He knew I didn''t want to spend the New Year''s festival at his house, so he signed up for the winter camp on my behalf. He was also aware that I didn''t like staying in the same room as strangers, so he had contacted the school and had a single room arranged for me.


    But when she heard me ask her, he entire face brightened.


    My mother smiled a lot more often when she was there. Perhaps it was because she was rarely left alone with her thoughts, or perhaps she just thought that place was fantastic. She would meet up with our neighbours to share a few drinks, and would bring Chinese delicacies to parties hosted by my classmates parents.


    To which I said, it wasn''t necessary, because Yu Xiaoya was good. I was fine with spending the rest of the time at the winter camp with both of us sharing a room.


    But that year, my mother had suddenly asked, "Do you want to go back to China?"


    As for "that"?


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    My memories were from my time in the Netherlands, in that ordinary little village. Many of the people living there new each other, and apart from me and my mother, there were no other immigrants.


    Yu Xiaoya, I didn''t even know her name back then. The first time I really paid attention to her was when she used her hands to pat her cheeks, did her best to make her expression look more natural, and waved goodbye to her parents as the corner''s of her mouth tugged themselves upwards mechanically.


    Well, it was probably around this time that I noticed my feelings towards her weren''t quite right. I think what started it was me seeing something similar about myself within her. A very long time ago, I was also eager to earn recognition from others.


    Well, that should be after we had left that village and I started middle school. My mother had to move to A-City, a city known as the "Diamond Capital"T/n: I believe this is Amsterdam.. I had grown up in that small village, so, naturally, I spoke Dutch most of the time while my mother taught me a bit of Chinese.


    After we got to room 201, I inspected the facilities in the room as usual. It had always been a habit of mine, regardless of what I do. I needed to be prepared in advanced in case something bad did happen, because run around all over to place to find someone after the fact wasn''t good. Not for myself, nor for others too.


    With every civilised method not garnering a solution, the only recourse I had left was the use of force.


    But that year, my mother had suddenly asked, "Do you want to go back to China?"


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    Yu Xiaoya went to use the bath first, and during that time the teacher had given mea call. She said they had planned a single room for me at first, but the two small buildings only had a dozen rooms between them, and those happened to be enough for all the students and the teachers too. She then asked me if I can stay there for one night until she contacted a B&B for me to move into the next day.


    But the about fairytales is that they only exist in people''s minds.


    To which I said, it wasn''t necessary, because Yu Xiaoya was good. I was fine with spending the rest of the time at the winter camp with both of us sharing a room.


    There are times when I would walk into class to see my name scratched onto the blackboard quite repulsively every single day. There were other times when I was walking people would point and jeer. I would find my drawer under my desk was filled with bananas. I would find my workbooks gone.


    At least, that was how it was until that teacher from the camp had arranged for her and me to share the same room.


    So, I guess in my own way, I had completely conquered that place.


    The teachers in the Netherlands were quite fair in assigning grades. Before exams they would give minor stumbling blocks like switching up the main points, or missing out one or two people when it came to distributing the materials for the group, but so long as you had completed all your homework and scored well on exams, even if it was just one-tenth of a point, they would not cheat it from you.


    Even when I was the first to arrive at the cafeteria, I would still end up being the one who was served her lunch last.


    With regard to English, I was neither bad nor good at it.


    My mother refused their wish, of course. She loved her job at the museum, it made her feel fulfilled.


    If at that I had ended up rooming with any other person, I would''ve flatly refused. It was only because it was her that I had agreed to it. And given the kind of sensitive girl she was, if I had up and left the next day, who knows what she would think.


    If at that I had ended up rooming with any other person, I would''ve flatly refused. It was only because it was her that I had agreed to it. And given the kind of sensitive girl she was, if I had up and left the next day, who knows what she would think.


    The first time I saw Yu Xiaoya was on the bus we were taking to winter camp that year. Her eyes were fleshed red and she was leaning on the back of the seat in front of her crying.


    After I came to China, I saw the same type of school bullies here, the type that would isolate you. But in the Diamond Capital, just by being obviously different from other people, your black hair and eyes, your yellow skin and poor accent when speaking English, meant they would not just scorn you, they would bully you in every conceivable way.


    That night, for the first time in a long while, I had dreamt about my past.


    All the guests who came to the party endlessly heap praises on my mother because of her food. They liked it so much, when they were finished drinking, they even asked my mom if she wanted quit her job at the museum and open up a restaurant there.


    My memories were from my time in the Netherlands, in that ordinary little village. Many of the people living there new each other, and apart from me and my mother, there were no other immigrants.


    She was cautious when she came over to greet me, with a hello. She followed suit when she saw me put my tray back on the rack after eating. I wanted to tell her there was no need for her do it too, because the only reason I did it was it was something I was used to.


    My memories were from my time in the Netherlands, in that ordinary little village. Many of the people living there new each other, and apart from me and my mother, there were no other immigrants.


    N/A


    On a hillside in beside that village, a museum was built on the slope. It was the site of a famous battle and housed memorabilia from the second world war, so it was a museum that was widely known. But due to there not being many large cities nearby, not many people went there for a tour.


    They called me "queen", others called me "goddess".


    This was the museum where my mother was employed.


    Well, it was probably around this time that I noticed my feelings towards her weren''t quite right. I think what started it was me seeing something similar about myself within her. A very long time ago, I was also eager to earn recognition from others.


    During the day, I attended a kindergarten in that village. There weren''t a lot of people with jet-black hair and eyes there so people were amazed when they laid eyes on me. But, apart from two little boys who thought I was cute and fought over my hand in marriage in the future (making me famous in that village), everything else about my life there went off without a hitch.


    So after all these things went down, I thought I''d find some handsome football captain and we''d fall in love like they do in those American dramas. But... around that time, I started to realise I didn''t seem to like boys.


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    I told my teacher about these things, I told her the severity of my concerns. But all she said to me was "it was just harmless pranks, just a game, they were just having fun."


    My mother smiled a lot more often when she was there. Perhaps it was because she was rarely left alone with her thoughts, or perhaps she just thought that place was fantastic. She would meet up with our neighbours to share a few drinks, and would bring Chinese delicacies to parties hosted by my classmates parents.


    Was this the most prolific thing I did in middle-school? Teaching some students to respect others?


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    My memories were from my time in the Netherlands, in that ordinary little village. Many of the people living there new each other, and apart from me and my mother, there were no other immigrants.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    At camp the year before, I had stayed in a room by myself and figured that year, too, I would also be on my own.


    In addition to that, I grew up some more in those past couple of years, so there were a lot of people trying get me to on dates. And because of this, there were times where I didn''t need to lift a hand, since there were others who were willing to do the beatings.


    But when she heard me ask her, he entire face brightened.


    The other time when the theme was seafood, the fish was fresh and cheap because the village wasn''t too far from the sea.


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    To which I said, it wasn''t necessary, because Yu Xiaoya was good. I was fine with spending the rest of the time at the winter camp with both of us sharing a room.


    On our way back to our room, she walked behind me, quietly, like a little kid. I didn''t bully her, or want it to look like like I did, so I asked her to just walk beside me...


    There was also one time where my mother had a Chinese themed get-together, and she spent three whole days preparing all the food. I never even knew my mother could cook that well before then since, at home, the only thing we ate was pizza and fast food.


    It was a plastered smile, one that was a bit stiff.


    There are times when I would walk into class to see my name scratched onto the blackboard quite repulsively every single day. There were other times when I was walking people would point and jeer. I would find my drawer under my desk was filled with bananas. I would find my workbooks gone.


    Yu Xiaoya, I didn''t even know her name back then. The first time I really paid attention to her was when she used her hands to pat her cheeks, did her best to make her expression look more natural, and waved goodbye to her parents as the corner''s of her mouth tugged themselves upwards mechanically.


    But when she heard me ask her, he entire face brightened.


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    And after the third time my friend and I trashed the cafeteria in an act of self-defence, that was what it took for all the teachers to finally declare again and again that discrimination was prohibited in our school.


    She was cautious when she came over to greet me, with a hello. She followed suit when she saw me put my tray back on the rack after eating. I wanted to tell her there was no need for her do it too, because the only reason I did it was it was something I was used to.


    All the guests who came to the party endlessly heap praises on my mother because of her food. They liked it so much, when they were finished drinking, they even asked my mom if she wanted quit her job at the museum and open up a restaurant there.


    iana: this extra doesn''t mean the story''s done. There''s still eight main chapters to go.


    My mother refused their wish, of course. She loved her job at the museum, it made her feel fulfilled.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    Extra 1: Lu Xiaobei


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    Even when I was the first to arrive at the cafeteria, I would still end up being the one who was served her lunch last.


    So, I guess in my own way, I had completely conquered that place.


    But since that time, my mother did become more fond of cooking. We grew happier the more time we spent there, and were even more widely accepted by the people around us, too. After some time passed, my mother was again ion good terms with her father, and our financial situation also improved. From then on, whenever I went shopping, I rarely ever had to give price tags a look.


    After we got to room 201, I inspected the facilities in the room as usual. It had always been a habit of mine, regardless of what I do. I needed to be prepared in advanced in case something bad did happen, because run around all over to place to find someone after the fact wasn''t good. Not for myself, nor for others too.


    There are times when I would walk into class to see my name scratched onto the blackboard quite repulsively every single day. There were other times when I was walking people would point and jeer. I would find my drawer under my desk was filled with bananas. I would find my workbooks gone.


    And after the third time my friend and I trashed the cafeteria in an act of self-defence, that was what it took for all the teachers to finally declare again and again that discrimination was prohibited in our school.


    So when was it that things had changed, you ask?


    In the end, the school I attended was a six year university prep one and I had three years remaining.


    But that year, my mother had suddenly asked, "Do you want to go back to China?"


    Yu Xiaoya went to use the bath first, and during that time the teacher had given mea call. She said they had planned a single room for me at first, but the two small buildings only had a dozen rooms between them, and those happened to be enough for all the students and the teachers too. She then asked me if I can stay there for one night until she contacted a B&B for me to move into the next day.


    A life with no setbacks, no unpleasantness at any time.


    At least, that was how it was until that teacher from the camp had arranged for her and me to share the same room.


    Well, that should be after we had left that village and I started middle school. My mother had to move to A-City, a city known as the "Diamond Capital"T/n: I believe this is Amsterdam.. I had grown up in that small village, so, naturally, I spoke Dutch most of the time while my mother taught me a bit of Chinese.


    The first time I saw Yu Xiaoya was on the bus we were taking to winter camp that year. Her eyes were fleshed red and she was leaning on the back of the seat in front of her crying.


    At least, that was how it was until that teacher from the camp had arranged for her and me to share the same room.


    After I came to China, I saw the same type of school bullies here, the type that would isolate you. But in the Diamond Capital, just by being obviously different from other people, your black hair and eyes, your yellow skin and poor accent when speaking English, meant they would not just scorn you, they would bully you in every conceivable way.


    So after all these things went down, I thought I''d find some handsome football captain and we''d fall in love like they do in those American dramas. But... around that time, I started to realise I didn''t seem to like boys.


    There are times when I would walk into class to see my name scratched onto the blackboard quite repulsively every single day. There were other times when I was walking people would point and jeer. I would find my drawer under my desk was filled with bananas. I would find my workbooks gone.


    With regard to English, I was neither bad nor good at it.


    With regard to English, I was neither bad nor good at it.


    But I never thought her doing so was silly, because back in my home town, in order to not make her mother worried when we lived in that foreign village, I would also plaster a smile on my face before I went back home.


    All the guests who came to the party endlessly heap praises on my mother because of her food. They liked it so much, when they were finished drinking, they even asked my mom if she wanted quit her job at the museum and open up a restaurant there.


    Well, it was probably around this time that I noticed my feelings towards her weren''t quite right. I think what started it was me seeing something similar about myself within her. A very long time ago, I was also eager to earn recognition from others.


    As for "that"?


    So, I guess in my own way, I had completely conquered that place.


    Once a friend had told me that I was a warm person and lives like mine had only existed in fairytales. That everyday when I woke up I was greeted by flowers a nd sugar plums, and every night when I went to bed I was watched over by the moon and stars.


    But at the Diamond Capital, I was enrolled into an international school. There, the main language was English, and a lot of the other students there had come from other European countries where English was the mother tongue, too.


    That night, for the first time in a long while, I had dreamt about my past.


    All the guests who came to the party endlessly heap praises on my mother because of her food. They liked it so much, when they were finished drinking, they even asked my mom if she wanted quit her job at the museum and open up a restaurant there.


    Well, that should be after we had left that village and I started middle school. My mother had to move to A-City, a city known as the "Diamond Capital"T/n: I believe this is Amsterdam.. I had grown up in that small village, so, naturally, I spoke Dutch most of the time while my mother taught me a bit of Chinese.


    After I came to China, I saw the same type of school bullies here, the type that would isolate you. But in the Diamond Capital, just by being obviously different from other people, your black hair and eyes, your yellow skin and poor accent when speaking English, meant they would not just scorn you, they would bully you in every conceivable way.


    N/A


    There are times when I would walk into class to see my name scratched onto the blackboard quite repulsively every single day. There were other times when I was walking people would point and jeer. I would find my drawer under my desk was filled with bananas. I would find my workbooks gone.


    I told my teacher about these things, I told her the severity of my concerns. But all she said to me was "it was just harmless pranks, just a game, they were just having fun."


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    Was this the most prolific thing I did in middle-school? Teaching some students to respect others?


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    To which I said, it wasn''t necessary, because Yu Xiaoya was good. I was fine with spending the rest of the time at the winter camp with both of us sharing a room.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    Even when I was the first to arrive at the cafeteria, I would still end up being the one who was served her lunch last.


    Once a friend had told me that I was a warm person and lives like mine had only existed in fairytales. That everyday when I woke up I was greeted by flowers a nd sugar plums, and every night when I went to bed I was watched over by the moon and stars.


    The other time when the theme was seafood, the fish was fresh and cheap because the village wasn''t too far from the sea.


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    After we got to room 201, I inspected the facilities in the room as usual. It had always been a habit of mine, regardless of what I do. I needed to be prepared in advanced in case something bad did happen, because run around all over to place to find someone after the fact wasn''t good. Not for myself, nor for others too.


    But I never thought her doing so was silly, because back in my home town, in order to not make her mother worried when we lived in that foreign village, I would also plaster a smile on my face before I went back home.


    I told my teacher about these things, I told her the severity of my concerns. But all she said to me was "it was just harmless pranks, just a game, they were just having fun."


    This was the museum where my mother was employed.


    I tried treating them with indifference, but it only made them become more aggressive.


    Kind of, because when it came to matters of the heart, I had started quite late. In the village, I had to always take care of my mother when she drank herself in daze. Then everyday, I was with her learning Chinese or learning to cook. Then in the Diamond Capital, to deal with the spoiled trust-fund babies, I spent all my free time getting into fights.


    In that school I did have one friend I had grown up with, and he was a nice guy. He tried to reason with the others, but it managed to kindle the rebellious nature in some fools.


    A life with no setbacks, no unpleasantness at any time.


    With every civilised method not garnering a solution, the only recourse I had left was the use of force.


    But I never thought her doing so was silly, because back in my home town, in order to not make her mother worried when we lived in that foreign village, I would also plaster a smile on my face before I went back home.


    During the next vacation period, I cut the hair that fell down to my waist and a guy who was our neighbour to teach me how to fight, and anyone who dared point a finger my way from then on was going to get a taste of my fist.


    But at the Diamond Capital, I was enrolled into an international school. There, the main language was English, and a lot of the other students there had come from other European countries where English was the mother tongue, too.


    During the next vacation period, I cut the hair that fell down to my waist and a guy who was our neighbour to teach me how to fight, and anyone who dared point a finger my way from then on was going to get a taste of my fist.


    In addition to that, I grew up some more in those past couple of years, so there were a lot of people trying get me to on dates. And because of this, there were times where I didn''t need to lift a hand, since there were others who were willing to do the beatings.


    iana: this extra doesn''t mean the story''s done. There''s still eight main chapters to go.


    On our way back to our room, she walked behind me, quietly, like a little kid. I didn''t bully her, or want it to look like like I did, so I asked her to just walk beside me...


    There are times when I would walk into class to see my name scratched onto the blackboard quite repulsively every single day. There were other times when I was walking people would point and jeer. I would find my drawer under my desk was filled with bananas. I would find my workbooks gone.


    But at the Diamond Capital, I was enrolled into an international school. There, the main language was English, and a lot of the other students there had come from other European countries where English was the mother tongue, too.


    If there was any sword or armour I could use to protect myself, I wouldn''t think twice about putting such things to use.


    I liked girls.


    And after the third time my friend and I trashed the cafeteria in an act of self-defence, that was what it took for all the teachers to finally declare again and again that discrimination was prohibited in our school.


    Yu Xiaoya, well, she had become my roommate. She was a girl that gave the same air as a stream, one shallow and clear, where everything lying at the bottom can be easily seen.


    My school had one of the best university preparatory systems in the country, and less than fifteen percent of students could achieve a grade of eight when the highest was ten and the lowest was one. Yet, in all of my subjects, I got nines, nine-point-fives, and even tens.


    In my third year of middle school, I was already quite proficient at fighting, so no one dared to throw anything my way again.


    Yu Xiaoya, I didn''t even know her name back then. The first time I really paid attention to her was when she used her hands to pat her cheeks, did her best to make her expression look more natural, and waved goodbye to her parents as the corner''s of her mouth tugged themselves upwards mechanically.


    The first time I saw Yu Xiaoya was on the bus we were taking to winter camp that year. Her eyes were fleshed red and she was leaning on the back of the seat in front of her crying.


    But there wasn''t any girls who had caught my eye. That last year of middle school, there was a ball. At the dance, there was a competition where every student voted for a king and queen, and even though I danced with none of the boys there, I was voted their queen.


    Well, that should be after we had left that village and I started middle school. My mother had to move to A-City, a city known as the "Diamond Capital"T/n: I believe this is Amsterdam.. I had grown up in that small village, so, naturally, I spoke Dutch most of the time while my mother taught me a bit of Chinese.


    The teachers in the Netherlands were quite fair in assigning grades. Before exams they would give minor stumbling blocks like switching up the main points, or missing out one or two people when it came to distributing the materials for the group, but so long as you had completed all your homework and scored well on exams, even if it was just one-tenth of a point, they would not cheat it from you.


    During the day, I attended a kindergarten in that village. There weren''t a lot of people with jet-black hair and eyes there so people were amazed when they laid eyes on me. But, apart from two little boys who thought I was cute and fought over my hand in marriage in the future (making me famous in that village), everything else about my life there went off without a hitch.


    In my third year of middle school, I was already quite proficient at fighting, so no one dared to throw anything my way again.


    Her parents were an ordinary couple, with her father seeming like a really gentle man while her mother gave the air of someone who was serious.


    Even when I was the first to arrive at the cafeteria, I would still end up being the one who was served her lunch last.


    But that year, my mother had suddenly asked, "Do you want to go back to China?"


    N/A


    And after the third time my friend and I trashed the cafeteria in an act of self-defence, that was what it took for all the teachers to finally declare again and again that discrimination was prohibited in our school.


    In addition to that, I grew up some more in those past couple of years, so there were a lot of people trying get me to on dates. And because of this, there were times where I didn''t need to lift a hand, since there were others who were willing to do the beatings.


    To which I said, it wasn''t necessary, because Yu Xiaoya was good. I was fine with spending the rest of the time at the winter camp with both of us sharing a room.


    I liked girls.


    I really liked those gatherings. Because sometimes they would be a beer party, and at other times it could one revolving around seafood.


    Was this the most prolific thing I did in middle-school? Teaching some students to respect others?


    But there wasn''t any girls who had caught my eye. That last year of middle school, there was a ball. At the dance, there was a competition where every student voted for a king and queen, and even though I danced with none of the boys there, I was voted their queen.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    At least, that was how it was until that teacher from the camp had arranged for her and me to share the same room.


    The other time when the theme was seafood, the fish was fresh and cheap because the village wasn''t too far from the sea.


    N/A


    As for "that"?


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    Kind of, because when it came to matters of the heart, I had started quite late. In the village, I had to always take care of my mother when she drank herself in daze. Then everyday, I was with her learning Chinese or learning to cook. Then in the Diamond Capital, to deal with the spoiled trust-fund babies, I spent all my free time getting into fights.


    So when was it that things had changed, you ask?


    So when was it that things had changed, you ask?


    My memories were from my time in the Netherlands, in that ordinary little village. Many of the people living there new each other, and apart from me and my mother, there were no other immigrants.


    So after all these things went down, I thought I''d find some handsome football captain and we''d fall in love like they do in those American dramas. But... around that time, I started to realise I didn''t seem to like boys.


    During the next vacation period, I cut the hair that fell down to my waist and a guy who was our neighbour to teach me how to fight, and anyone who dared point a finger my way from then on was going to get a taste of my fist.


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    On a hillside in beside that village, a museum was built on the slope. It was the site of a famous battle and housed memorabilia from the second world war, so it was a museum that was widely known. But due to there not being many large cities nearby, not many people went there for a tour.


    It was like how you would appreciate galloping steed, and could even manage to be very fond of it. But despite those affections, that was as far as it went, because there was no way you could ever want to have s§Öx with it.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    If at that I had ended up rooming with any other person, I would''ve flatly refused. It was only because it was her that I had agreed to it. And given the kind of sensitive girl she was, if I had up and left the next day, who knows what she would think.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    I liked girls.


    The teachers in the Netherlands were quite fair in assigning grades. Before exams they would give minor stumbling blocks like switching up the main points, or missing out one or two people when it came to distributing the materials for the group, but so long as you had completed all your homework and scored well on exams, even if it was just one-tenth of a point, they would not cheat it from you.


    The other time when the theme was seafood, the fish was fresh and cheap because the village wasn''t too far from the sea.


    I tried treating them with indifference, but it only made them become more aggressive.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    With regard to English, I was neither bad nor good at it.


    After we got to room 201, I inspected the facilities in the room as usual. It had always been a habit of mine, regardless of what I do. I needed to be prepared in advanced in case something bad did happen, because run around all over to place to find someone after the fact wasn''t good. Not for myself, nor for others too.


    In my third year of middle school, I was already quite proficient at fighting, so no one dared to throw anything my way again.


    But there wasn''t any girls who had caught my eye. That last year of middle school, there was a ball. At the dance, there was a competition where every student voted for a king and queen, and even though I danced with none of the boys there, I was voted their queen.


    I tried treating them with indifference, but it only made them become more aggressive.


    They called me "queen", others called me "goddess".


    Yu Xiaoya, I didn''t even know her name back then. The first time I really paid attention to her was when she used her hands to pat her cheeks, did her best to make her expression look more natural, and waved goodbye to her parents as the corner''s of her mouth tugged themselves upwards mechanically.


    Security-wise, the village was very safe, too. So even if the adults and kids got tipsy, nothing bad would happen. Once, my mother had even offered me a sip of beer, and for the life of me, I couldn''t understand why so many people would want to drink such a horrid tasting thing, gulping it all down just after one sip, and also doing so with no regrets.


    N/A


    To which I said, it wasn''t necessary, because Yu Xiaoya was good. I was fine with spending the rest of the time at the winter camp with both of us sharing a room.


    On a hillside in beside that village, a museum was built on the slope. It was the site of a famous battle and housed memorabilia from the second world war, so it was a museum that was widely known. But due to there not being many large cities nearby, not many people went there for a tour.


    But I never told her, she was just a stranger after all.


    After we got to room 201, I inspected the facilities in the room as usual. It had always been a habit of mine, regardless of what I do. I needed to be prepared in advanced in case something bad did happen, because run around all over to place to find someone after the fact wasn''t good. Not for myself, nor for others too.


    So, I guess in my own way, I had completely conquered that place.


    But that year, my mother had suddenly asked, "Do you want to go back to China?"


    In addition to that, I grew up some more in those past couple of years, so there were a lot of people trying get me to on dates. And because of this, there were times where I didn''t need to lift a hand, since there were others who were willing to do the beatings.


    My memories were from my time in the Netherlands, in that ordinary little village. Many of the people living there new each other, and apart from me and my mother, there were no other immigrants.


    So after all these things went down, I thought I''d find some handsome football captain and we''d fall in love like they do in those American dramas. But... around that time, I started to realise I didn''t seem to like boys.


    But the about fairytales is that they only exist in people''s minds.


    But I never thought her doing so was silly, because back in my home town, in order to not make her mother worried when we lived in that foreign village, I would also plaster a smile on my face before I went back home.


    Although my father can''t be considered a good father in the general sense, he did respect me, so he never thought of my opinions as merely those of a petulant child and considered my feelings. He knew I didn''t want to spend the New Year''s festival at his house, so he signed up for the winter camp on my behalf. He was also aware that I didn''t like staying in the same room as strangers, so he had contacted the school and had a single room arranged for me.


    In the end, the school I attended was a six year university prep one and I had three years remaining.


    Although my father can''t be considered a good father in the general sense, he did respect me, so he never thought of my opinions as merely those of a petulant child and considered my feelings. He knew I didn''t want to spend the New Year''s festival at his house, so he signed up for the winter camp on my behalf. He was also aware that I didn''t like staying in the same room as strangers, so he had contacted the school and had a single room arranged for me.


    Kind of, because when it came to matters of the heart, I had started quite late. In the village, I had to always take care of my mother when she drank herself in daze. Then everyday, I was with her learning Chinese or learning to cook. Then in the Diamond Capital, to deal with the spoiled trust-fund babies, I spent all my free time getting into fights.


    At any rate, my life was no fairytale, and when I saw Xiaoya back then I was reminded of my former self. It was a far from pleasant period in my life, but it was nonetheless one that was real.


    But that year, my mother had suddenly asked, "Do you want to go back to China?"


    But that year, there seemed to have been a mistake.

 CH 46

    When your eyes are closed, you can feel their breath on your ear.


    Just over a day, that was how long Xiaoya stayed at her parents before high-tailing back to Lu Xiaobei''s place the next Sunday afternoon. To this, well... Lu Xiaobei uttered no complaints because she had also overestimated herself. Despite them being together for over two years, and perhaps due to them spending more time apart than together back then, they were still in their honeymoon phase where for every moment of every day their minds were filled with nothing but the other. What did she eat today? Is she happy? Did she sleep well?...


    When your eyes are opened, you can see their face.


    At that point, Xiaoya was convinced her captain''s skill was only second to that of three-star Michelin chefs!


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    "But I want to make you breakfast, especially today," Lu Xiaobei pleaded.


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    Xiaoya: "Nope, it''s not." But before Lu Xiaobei''s smile had completely blossomed, Xiaoya then added, "It''s the just the second biggest advantage."


    This kiss was unlike the one they had shared that sweet and lingering, it was more intense, seeming to wish to convey every last ounce of her love. Put simply, it was as though she laid her entire heart bare.


    The reason for this was during the first term of Xiaoya''s second semester at college, Lu Xiaobei gave Xiaoya some startling news.


    That was how Xiaoya imagined what it was like to be with someone she loved deeply.


    Now, they could love each other freely.


    "Captain," Xiaoya shouted, "this is not going to work! If you spoil me until I''m useless, if you ever leave me, what am I going to do?"


    Xiaoya had blinked and blinked to barely pull her mind fully conscious before asking, "What is all this?"


    That was how Xiaoya imagined what it was like to be with someone she loved deeply.


    Just for a moment, Xiaoya was left in a daze. It is said, that beauty lies in the eyes of the lover, and her beloved was in fact a beauty, so what was she supposed to do?


    And when she woke the next day,the first sight that met her eyes was Lu Xiaobei resting her head on a propped up arm, while a smile like the first blossom of Spring or freshly melted snow was spread lovingly across her face.


    To which Lu Xiaobei answered, "Rinse out your mouth then eat the congee so that way when you sleep for a bit longer your stomach won''t be empty. You can brush your teeth after you get up again, so be good, okay~"


    It tugged a soft chuckle from lips as she responded, "It''s... not impossible."


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei''s words from the just gone night then replayed in Xiaoya''s ears. "After we take this next step, I won''t let you go. Even if you regret it, I will never let you go."


    Like this, she''d end up having no position in their home!


    The morning light radiated through the nearby window, its light causing even the fluff of fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s skin to be seen. She looked just like a fairy from a movie, completely bathed in an ethereal glow.


    Xiaoya: "I already told my roommates about us and they said they''d cover for me if she shows up. Besides, I left some bedding and clothes back there for this reason. So, if my mom does pop up, it won''t take me long to rush over there from here."


    "Wow... Our school''s most beautiful girl and our department''s beauty got together."


    In the end, Xiaoya had learned from Lu Xiaobei how to cook. But, in terms of whether she''d gained the title of "one bringing home the bacon," that was up for debate.


    "What?!!! Your internship is in Shanghai?" Xiaoya yelled frantically, "Why the heck isn''t it in Nancheng?"


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    Just for a moment, Xiaoya was left in a daze. It is said, that beauty lies in the eyes of the lover, and her beloved was in fact a beauty, so what was she supposed to do?


    Xiaoya: "I want you to teach me how to cook. I''ll be responsible for ''making money to support our family'' and you can be responsible for being beautiful." Because if not, and things kept on going like this, in terms of beauty, she couldn''t compare to Lu Xiaobei, and going this this road will make her being the one bringing home the bacon impossible!


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    But Xiaoya jumped away to escape Lu Xiaobei''s reach, then the two of them chased each other and frolicked in that room.


    Especially since they had just started living together and Xiaoya was cared for like she couldn''t care for herself on her own. One morning, she had woken up when the sun was long hanging high in the sky, still very much in a daze, bemoaning, "Captain, I don''t wanna get out of bed today."


    If not, based on her mother''s keen senses, if she sets foot within he daughter''s dorm room, if Xiaoya or one of her roommates let''s something slip, Lu Xiaobei''s future with Xiaoya will most certainly not be as peaceful as it was now.


    So Lu Xiaobei now did her best to coax the girl before her, saying, "Please just be good and stay at your folks for a couple days. You can come back on Sunday night. Our little fairy is the most filial of all, hm?"


    Being in a serious relationship, and getting blessings and well wishes from others, was honestly really great.


    Lu Xiaobei kissed her. But who still did nothing to react to the actions of the girl before her, soon lost her her chance to do so.


    Lu Xiaobei could never win against this lover of hers.


    Xiaoya: "Nope, it''s not." But before Lu Xiaobei''s smile had completely blossomed, Xiaoya then added, "It''s the just the second biggest advantage."


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    "That''s the biggest advantage of you moving," Lu Xiaobei added with a grumble.


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    "What?!!! Your internship is in Shanghai?" Xiaoya yelled frantically, "Why the heck isn''t it in Nancheng?"


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    But later, despite being the one initially opposed to Xiaoya learning, it was Lu Xiaobei who ended up being quite grateful this decision was made.


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    And when Xiaoya finally shed the last of her haze, the first thing out her mouth was: "Next time, let me do it, okay?"


    But Lu Xiaobei replied helplessly, "You''re my cute little fairy, so how could I possibly not love you? But you''ve already spent the past two weekends here without going back to see your folks, and they aren''t a few provinces away either, so it''s too unreasonable for you to not visit."


    Now, they could love each other freely.


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    So Lu Xiaobei now did her best to coax the girl before her, saying, "Please just be good and stay at your folks for a couple days. You can come back on Sunday night. Our little fairy is the most filial of all, hm?"


    "Captain," Xiaoya shouted, "this is not going to work! If you spoil me until I''m useless, if you ever leave me, what am I going to do?"


    Their mouths were suffused with that cool minty flavour, and once their lips parted their heads remained pressed together close.


    "Thanks you guys, thank you so much." Xiaoya was immensely touched. Because of her mother, she never dared come out to anyone while in high school, and the only one who knew she batted for the other team was Liu Xiangyu, and the only reason he knew was because he guessed it himself.


    The morning light radiated through the nearby window, its light causing even the fluff of fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s skin to be seen. She looked just like a fairy from a movie, completely bathed in an ethereal glow.


    The reason for this was during the first term of Xiaoya''s second semester at college, Lu Xiaobei gave Xiaoya some startling news.


    Now, they would never have to be apart from the other again.


    Xiaoya had blinked and blinked to barely pull her mind fully conscious before asking, "What is all this?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "I know, but didn''t your mom make you come home to get some fruit the other day? When she starts missing you, she will come to the school to drop off stuff herself, and that won''t be good."


    A Bit of Daily Life


    Lu Xiaobei''s words from the just gone night then replayed in Xiaoya''s ears. "After we take this next step, I won''t let you go. Even if you regret it, I will never let you go."


    N/A


    Just for a moment, Xiaoya was left in a daze. It is said, that beauty lies in the eyes of the lover, and her beloved was in fact a beauty, so what was she supposed to do?


    That was how Xiaoya imagined what it was like to be with someone she loved deeply.


    And, to herself, Xiaoya also thought, she would never regret anything. In this life, this world, they would experience it all together, so never in her wildest dreams would she ever want to be let go.


    When Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s lips parted, both lightly gasped to catch theor breath.


    But later, despite being the one initially opposed to Xiaoya learning, it was Lu Xiaobei who ended up being quite grateful this decision was made.


    Standing at the door with her luggage in hand, Xiaoya accused Lu Xiaobei, saying, "You don''t love me, do you?! If you did, why would chase me away?!"


    Xiaoya: "I want you to teach me how to cook. I''ll be responsible for ''making money to support our family'' and you can be responsible for being beautiful." Because if not, and things kept on going like this, in terms of beauty, she couldn''t compare to Lu Xiaobei, and going this this road will make her being the one bringing home the bacon impossible!


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    The morning light radiated through the nearby window, its light causing even the fluff of fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s skin to be seen. She looked just like a fairy from a movie, completely bathed in an ethereal glow.


    In the end, she did not just move out of her dormitory, but she also also changed her address for receiving postcards.


    When Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s lips parted, both lightly gasped to catch theor breath.


    Congratulations, Xiaoya! You snagged yourself a beauty. Heeheeheehee... Is that how you say it? Anyhow, looks like it''ll just be the three of us staying in this four-person dorm, awesome! Xiaoya, if your mom comes here to see you, or calls the the dorm, we''ll cover for you, okay?" After speaking, her roommate even gave her a thumbs up.


    And when Xiaoya finally shed the last of her haze, the first thing out her mouth was: "Next time, let me do it, okay?"


    That was how Xiaoya imagined what it was like to be with someone she loved deeply.


    The morning light radiated through the nearby window, its light causing even the fluff of fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s skin to be seen. She looked just like a fairy from a movie, completely bathed in an ethereal glow.


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    The reason for this was during the first term of Xiaoya''s second semester at college, Lu Xiaobei gave Xiaoya some startling news.


    Lu Xiaobei: "I know, but didn''t your mom make you come home to get some fruit the other day? When she starts missing you, she will come to the school to drop off stuff herself, and that won''t be good."


    "Wow... Our school''s most beautiful girl and our department''s beauty got together."


    Like this, she''d end up having no position in their home!


    It tugged a soft chuckle from lips as she responded, "It''s... not impossible."


    This kiss was unlike the one they had shared that sweet and lingering, it was more intense, seeming to wish to convey every last ounce of her love. Put simply, it was as though she laid her entire heart bare.


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    Cradled within Lu Xiaobei''s palms was skin delicate and bright, while in her mind were thoughts of the girl she slowly got to see transform and grow into her own. At these thoughts, her heat swelled with joy and pride she simply could not control. So much so, that once more, she moved to capture Xiaoya''s lips with her own.


    The morning light radiated through the nearby window, its light causing even the fluff of fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s skin to be seen. She looked just like a fairy from a movie, completely bathed in an ethereal glow.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    When she got to the bathroom, the toothpaste was already squeezed on her brush and the wash basin and towel were placed in a prominent position....


    Lu Xiaobei: "So what do you want me to do, then?"


    This kiss was unlike the one they had shared that sweet and lingering, it was more intense, seeming to wish to convey every last ounce of her love. Put simply, it was as though she laid her entire heart bare.


    "Captain," Xiaoya shouted, "this is not going to work! If you spoil me until I''m useless, if you ever leave me, what am I going to do?"


    When they parted lips once more, Lu Xiaobei whispered, "After school starts back, lets live together, yeah?" After they had loved each other this dearly, and so inseparably, it was simply impossible for them to stay apart from the other again.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what''s number one?"


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    And, to herself, Xiaoya also thought, she would never regret anything. In this life, this world, they would experience it all together, so never in her wildest dreams would she ever want to be let go.


    When Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s lips parted, both lightly gasped to catch theor breath.


    Like this, she''d end up having no position in their home!


    Lu Xiaobei again couldn''t resist dropping kisses on Xiaoya''s eyes, eyes that sparkled brilliantly like the night sky, and eyes that at that instant, were filled with nothing but her. It was enthralling, it was truly impossible for a person to bear.


    "Wow... Our school''s most beautiful girl and our department''s beauty got together."


    Following yet another brief parting, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you hungry? I''ll go make you something."


    When your eyes are closed, you can feel their breath on your ear.


    Their mouths were suffused with that cool minty flavour, and once their lips parted their heads remained pressed together close.


    Xiaoya: "Nope, it''s not." But before Lu Xiaobei''s smile had completely blossomed, Xiaoya then added, "It''s the just the second biggest advantage."


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    When your eyes are opened, you can see their face.


    But Xiaoya refused saying, "No way! You went to bed late yesterday."


    But Lu Xiaobei replied helplessly, "You''re my cute little fairy, so how could I possibly not love you? But you''ve already spent the past two weekends here without going back to see your folks, and they aren''t a few provinces away either, so it''s too unreasonable for you to not visit."


    "But I want to make you breakfast, especially today," Lu Xiaobei pleaded.


    It tugged a soft chuckle from lips as she responded, "It''s... not impossible."


    In the end, she did not just move out of her dormitory, but she also also changed her address for receiving postcards.


    But Xiaoya refused saying, "No way! You went to bed late yesterday."


    And when she woke the next day,the first sight that met her eyes was Lu Xiaobei resting her head on a propped up arm, while a smile like the first blossom of Spring or freshly melted snow was spread lovingly across her face.


    But Xiaoya refused saying, "No way! You went to bed late yesterday."


    But Xiaoya rolled herself into her lover''s arms and wrapped them both in the blanket before stating, "Today, especially today, I want to sleep wrapped in your arms for a little while longer."


    Xiaoya: "Nope, it''s not." But before Lu Xiaobei''s smile had completely blossomed, Xiaoya then added, "It''s the just the second biggest advantage."


    Xiaoya: "Finally, I don''t have to go to the boys dorm to get my mail, yay!"


    Like this, she''d end up having no position in their home!


    Lu Xiaobei could never win against this lover of hers.


    So Lu Xiaobei now did her best to coax the girl before her, saying, "Please just be good and stay at your folks for a couple days. You can come back on Sunday night. Our little fairy is the most filial of all, hm?"


    It tugged a soft chuckle from lips as she responded, "It''s... not impossible."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I know, but didn''t your mom make you come home to get some fruit the other day? When she starts missing you, she will come to the school to drop off stuff herself, and that won''t be good."


    Spring turned into autumn and Xiaoya experienced some of the happiest days of her college life. In their days living together, Lu Xiaobei proved herself to be versed in every perceivable skill. Pan fried steak, grilled escargot, pickled cabbage, chopped chilli peppers... you name it!


    "Ummmm.... I''m thinking," Xiaoya mused, while Lu Xiaobei reached out to try tickling under her arm. "Aren''t you going to tell me?"


    It is said, in love, the one who falls first is the one who loses, but with the passage of time, and the prolonging of such battles, eventually the time will come where both are evenly matched.


    "That''s the biggest advantage of you moving," Lu Xiaobei added with a grumble.


    After the winter holidays ended, Xiaoya begun her move. She had also come out to the girls in her dorm room, and told them she would be moving in with Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    "Wow... Our school''s most beautiful girl and our department''s beauty got together."


    Being in a serious relationship, and getting blessings and well wishes from others, was honestly really great.


    Congratulations, Xiaoya! You snagged yourself a beauty. Heeheeheehee... Is that how you say it? Anyhow, looks like it''ll just be the three of us staying in this four-person dorm, awesome! Xiaoya, if your mom comes here to see you, or calls the the dorm, we''ll cover for you, okay?" After speaking, her roommate even gave her a thumbs up.


    But Xiaoya jumped away to escape Lu Xiaobei''s reach, then the two of them chased each other and frolicked in that room.


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    Their mouths were suffused with that cool minty flavour, and once their lips parted their heads remained pressed together close.


    "Thanks you guys, thank you so much." Xiaoya was immensely touched. Because of her mother, she never dared come out to anyone while in high school, and the only one who knew she batted for the other team was Liu Xiangyu, and the only reason he knew was because he guessed it himself.


    And when she woke the next day,the first sight that met her eyes was Lu Xiaobei resting her head on a propped up arm, while a smile like the first blossom of Spring or freshly melted snow was spread lovingly across her face.


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    Being in a serious relationship, and getting blessings and well wishes from others, was honestly really great.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Congratulations, Xiaoya! You snagged yourself a beauty. Heeheeheehee... Is that how you say it? Anyhow, looks like it''ll just be the three of us staying in this four-person dorm, awesome! Xiaoya, if your mom comes here to see you, or calls the the dorm, we''ll cover for you, okay?" After speaking, her roommate even gave her a thumbs up.


    The reason for this was during the first term of Xiaoya''s second semester at college, Lu Xiaobei gave Xiaoya some startling news.


    But later, despite being the one initially opposed to Xiaoya learning, it was Lu Xiaobei who ended up being quite grateful this decision was made.


    Standing at the door with her luggage in hand, Xiaoya accused Lu Xiaobei, saying, "You don''t love me, do you?! If you did, why would chase me away?!"


    In the end, she did not just move out of her dormitory, but she also also changed her address for receiving postcards.


    Lu Xiaobei again couldn''t resist dropping kisses on Xiaoya''s eyes, eyes that sparkled brilliantly like the night sky, and eyes that at that instant, were filled with nothing but her. It was enthralling, it was truly impossible for a person to bear.


    N/A


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    Lu Xiaobei could never win against this lover of hers.


    And when she woke the next day,the first sight that met her eyes was Lu Xiaobei resting her head on a propped up arm, while a smile like the first blossom of Spring or freshly melted snow was spread lovingly across her face.


    Xiaoya: "Finally, I don''t have to go to the boys dorm to get my mail, yay!"


    In the end, she did not just move out of her dormitory, but she also also changed her address for receiving postcards.


    And when Xiaoya finally shed the last of her haze, the first thing out her mouth was: "Next time, let me do it, okay?"


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    But Xiaoya rolled herself into her lover''s arms and wrapped them both in the blanket before stating, "Today, especially today, I want to sleep wrapped in your arms for a little while longer."


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    "That''s the biggest advantage of you moving," Lu Xiaobei added with a grumble.


    In a flash, Xiaoya slipped on her slippers and darted off to the bathroom while yelling, "I''ll go wash my face and teeth first."


    Xiaoya: "Nope, it''s not." But before Lu Xiaobei''s smile had completely blossomed, Xiaoya then added, "It''s the just the second biggest advantage."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    In a flash, Xiaoya slipped on her slippers and darted off to the bathroom while yelling, "I''ll go wash my face and teeth first."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what''s number one?"


    Especially since they had just started living together and Xiaoya was cared for like she couldn''t care for herself on her own. One morning, she had woken up when the sun was long hanging high in the sky, still very much in a daze, bemoaning, "Captain, I don''t wanna get out of bed today."


    Lu Xiaobei could never win against this lover of hers.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Then what''s number one?"


    Now, they would never have to be apart from the other again.


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    But isn''t that what being lovers is like, filling one''s stomach but having no nutrition at all?


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    Lu Xiaobei kissed her. But who still did nothing to react to the actions of the girl before her, soon lost her her chance to do so.


    "Ummmm.... I''m thinking," Xiaoya mused, while Lu Xiaobei reached out to try tickling under her arm. "Aren''t you going to tell me?"


    Spring turned into autumn and Xiaoya experienced some of the happiest days of her college life. In their days living together, Lu Xiaobei proved herself to be versed in every perceivable skill. Pan fried steak, grilled escargot, pickled cabbage, chopped chilli peppers... you name it!


    Following yet another brief parting, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you hungry? I''ll go make you something."


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    But Xiaoya jumped away to escape Lu Xiaobei''s reach, then the two of them chased each other and frolicked in that room.


    Lu Xiaobei kissed her. But who still did nothing to react to the actions of the girl before her, soon lost her her chance to do so.


    But three weeks after the school''s new semester had begun, Xiaoya was "chased out" by Lu Xiaobei back to her family home.


    N/A


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    It is said, in love, the one who falls first is the one who loses, but with the passage of time, and the prolonging of such battles, eventually the time will come where both are evenly matched.


    Standing at the door with her luggage in hand, Xiaoya accused Lu Xiaobei, saying, "You don''t love me, do you?! If you did, why would chase me away?!"


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    Lu Xiaobei''s words from the just gone night then replayed in Xiaoya''s ears. "After we take this next step, I won''t let you go. Even if you regret it, I will never let you go."


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    But Lu Xiaobei replied helplessly, "You''re my cute little fairy, so how could I possibly not love you? But you''ve already spent the past two weekends here without going back to see your folks, and they aren''t a few provinces away either, so it''s too unreasonable for you to not visit."


    When she got to the bathroom, the toothpaste was already squeezed on her brush and the wash basin and towel were placed in a prominent position....


    Congratulations, Xiaoya! You snagged yourself a beauty. Heeheeheehee... Is that how you say it? Anyhow, looks like it''ll just be the three of us staying in this four-person dorm, awesome! Xiaoya, if your mom comes here to see you, or calls the the dorm, we''ll cover for you, okay?" After speaking, her roommate even gave her a thumbs up.


    Now, they would never have to be apart from the other again.


    Xiaoya: "Nope, it''s not." But before Lu Xiaobei''s smile had completely blossomed, Xiaoya then added, "It''s the just the second biggest advantage."


    When your eyes are opened, you can see their face.


    Xiaoya''s mouth pouted up so much at her words that it was possibly to hang a teapot from it. "How is it unreasonable? I video chat with them every three days, and they understand I''ll be busy with homework and school work during my freshman year."


    It is said, in love, the one who falls first is the one who loses, but with the passage of time, and the prolonging of such battles, eventually the time will come where both are evenly matched.


    Being in a serious relationship, and getting blessings and well wishes from others, was honestly really great.


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    Lu Xiaobei: "I know, but didn''t your mom make you come home to get some fruit the other day? When she starts missing you, she will come to the school to drop off stuff herself, and that won''t be good."


    "Thanks you guys, thank you so much." Xiaoya was immensely touched. Because of her mother, she never dared come out to anyone while in high school, and the only one who knew she batted for the other team was Liu Xiangyu, and the only reason he knew was because he guessed it himself.


    A Bit of Daily Life


    Lu Xiaobei: "I know, but didn''t your mom make you come home to get some fruit the other day? When she starts missing you, she will come to the school to drop off stuff herself, and that won''t be good."


    The morning light radiated through the nearby window, its light causing even the fluff of fine hairs on Lu Xiaobei''s skin to be seen. She looked just like a fairy from a movie, completely bathed in an ethereal glow.


    After a lot of coaxing and coaxing, and coaxing some more, Lu Xiaobei finally managed to convince Xiaoya to return home with much struggle.


    Xiaoya: "I already told my roommates about us and they said they''d cover for me if she shows up. Besides, I left some bedding and clothes back there for this reason. So, if my mom does pop up, it won''t take me long to rush over there from here."


    But later, despite being the one initially opposed to Xiaoya learning, it was Lu Xiaobei who ended up being quite grateful this decision was made.


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    Lu Xiaobei really didn''t know how to explain it, but the only reason Xiaoya''s mother hadn''t had any doubts over the past couple years, apart from Xiaoya keeping it hidden, was because during those high school years, and now college, Xiaoya did not live right under he mother''s watchful eyes. They were also very careful to never run into her mother anywhere outside.


    Lu Xiaobei: "So what do you want me to do, then?"


    If not, based on her mother''s keen senses, if she sets foot within he daughter''s dorm room, if Xiaoya or one of her roommates let''s something slip, Lu Xiaobei''s future with Xiaoya will most certainly not be as peaceful as it was now.


    Like this, she''d end up having no position in their home!


    Spring turned into autumn and Xiaoya experienced some of the happiest days of her college life. In their days living together, Lu Xiaobei proved herself to be versed in every perceivable skill. Pan fried steak, grilled escargot, pickled cabbage, chopped chilli peppers... you name it!


    A Bit of Daily Life


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    Lu Xiaobei could never win against this lover of hers.


    Standing at the door with her luggage in hand, Xiaoya accused Lu Xiaobei, saying, "You don''t love me, do you?! If you did, why would chase me away?!"


    But three weeks after the school''s new semester had begun, Xiaoya was "chased out" by Lu Xiaobei back to her family home.


    So Lu Xiaobei now did her best to coax the girl before her, saying, "Please just be good and stay at your folks for a couple days. You can come back on Sunday night. Our little fairy is the most filial of all, hm?"


    In the end, Xiaoya had learned from Lu Xiaobei how to cook. But, in terms of whether she''d gained the title of "one bringing home the bacon," that was up for debate.


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    Xiaoya: "I already told my roommates about us and they said they''d cover for me if she shows up. Besides, I left some bedding and clothes back there for this reason. So, if my mom does pop up, it won''t take me long to rush over there from here."


    Xiaoya... Xiaoya was astounded. She had no idea how she had fallen to this point, when not even her mother treated her like this after she was three.


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    But Xiaoya still protested: "It''s not like I don''t want to go see my folks, it''s just that... this our honeymoon period! Just let me stay here for a month and then I''ll go see them the following week, okay? Just this month, I want to spend every single day together, with you."


    Xiaoya: "Finally, I don''t have to go to the boys dorm to get my mail, yay!"


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    After all, there had to be a little bit of room for some improvement, no~


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    At that point, Xiaoya was convinced her captain''s skill was only second to that of three-star Michelin chefs!


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    And when Xiaoya finally shed the last of her haze, the first thing out her mouth was: "Next time, let me do it, okay?"


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    Following yet another brief parting, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "Are you hungry? I''ll go make you something."


    Xiaoya: "I want you to teach me how to cook. I''ll be responsible for ''making money to support our family'' and you can be responsible for being beautiful." Because if not, and things kept on going like this, in terms of beauty, she couldn''t compare to Lu Xiaobei, and going this this road will make her being the one bringing home the bacon impossible!


    But Xiaoya refused saying, "No way! You went to bed late yesterday."


    Cradled within Lu Xiaobei''s palms was skin delicate and bright, while in her mind were thoughts of the girl she slowly got to see transform and grow into her own. At these thoughts, her heat swelled with joy and pride she simply could not control. So much so, that once more, she moved to capture Xiaoya''s lips with her own.


    And, to herself, Xiaoya also thought, she would never regret anything. In this life, this world, they would experience it all together, so never in her wildest dreams would she ever want to be let go.


    After a lot of coaxing and coaxing, and coaxing some more, Lu Xiaobei finally managed to convince Xiaoya to return home with much struggle.


    But isn''t that what being lovers is like, filling one''s stomach but having no nutrition at all?


    But, in retaliation to her request, Xiaoya clamped a bite on her neck before leaving in a huff.


    When your eyes are opened, you can see their face.


    Just over a day, that was how long Xiaoya stayed at her parents before high-tailing back to Lu Xiaobei''s place the next Sunday afternoon. To this, well... Lu Xiaobei uttered no complaints because she had also overestimated herself. Despite them being together for over two years, and perhaps due to them spending more time apart than together back then, they were still in their honeymoon phase where for every moment of every day their minds were filled with nothing but the other. What did she eat today? Is she happy? Did she sleep well?...


    Especially since they had just started living together and Xiaoya was cared for like she couldn''t care for herself on her own. One morning, she had woken up when the sun was long hanging high in the sky, still very much in a daze, bemoaning, "Captain, I don''t wanna get out of bed today."


    And while her eyes were still cloudy and her vision was blurred, she heard the sound of a cup placed onto the nightstand. When her eyes had fully opened, she saw there was indeed a cup placed there, but that wasn''t the only thing because next to it was a bowl of century egg congee.


    Cradled within Lu Xiaobei''s palms was skin delicate and bright, while in her mind were thoughts of the girl she slowly got to see transform and grow into her own. At these thoughts, her heat swelled with joy and pride she simply could not control. So much so, that once more, she moved to capture Xiaoya''s lips with her own.


    Lu Xiaobei: ...


    Xiaoya... Xiaoya was astounded. She had no idea how she had fallen to this point, when not even her mother treated her like this after she was three.


    But isn''t that what being lovers is like, filling one''s stomach but having no nutrition at all?


    Lu Xiaobei really didn''t know how to explain it, but the only reason Xiaoya''s mother hadn''t had any doubts over the past couple years, apart from Xiaoya keeping it hidden, was because during those high school years, and now college, Xiaoya did not live right under he mother''s watchful eyes. They were also very careful to never run into her mother anywhere outside.


    Spring turned into autumn and Xiaoya experienced some of the happiest days of her college life. In their days living together, Lu Xiaobei proved herself to be versed in every perceivable skill. Pan fried steak, grilled escargot, pickled cabbage, chopped chilli peppers... you name it!


    Xiaoya... Xiaoya was astounded. She had no idea how she had fallen to this point, when not even her mother treated her like this after she was three.


    In a flash, Xiaoya slipped on her slippers and darted off to the bathroom while yelling, "I''ll go wash my face and teeth first."


    "That''s the biggest advantage of you moving," Lu Xiaobei added with a grumble.


    Lu Xiaobei again couldn''t resist dropping kisses on Xiaoya''s eyes, eyes that sparkled brilliantly like the night sky, and eyes that at that instant, were filled with nothing but her. It was enthralling, it was truly impossible for a person to bear.


    Being in a serious relationship, and getting blessings and well wishes from others, was honestly really great.


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    "Ummmm.... I''m thinking," Xiaoya mused, while Lu Xiaobei reached out to try tickling under her arm. "Aren''t you going to tell me?"


    At that point, Xiaoya was convinced her captain''s skill was only second to that of three-star Michelin chefs!


    If not, based on her mother''s keen senses, if she sets foot within he daughter''s dorm room, if Xiaoya or one of her roommates let''s something slip, Lu Xiaobei''s future with Xiaoya will most certainly not be as peaceful as it was now.


    After all, there had to be a little bit of room for some improvement, no~


    When they parted lips once more, Lu Xiaobei whispered, "After school starts back, lets live together, yeah?" After they had loved each other this dearly, and so inseparably, it was simply impossible for them to stay apart from the other again.


    Especially since they had just started living together and Xiaoya was cared for like she couldn''t care for herself on her own. One morning, she had woken up when the sun was long hanging high in the sky, still very much in a daze, bemoaning, "Captain, I don''t wanna get out of bed today."


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to the dining room from the corridor, then, with Xiaoya, exchanged a lingering kiss. The toothpaste they had both used was flavoured with mint, and now due to their joining such a taste would be magnifiedT/n: the original line was 1+1 is more than 2, and I couldn''t work than in literally., wouldn''t it?


    And while her eyes were still cloudy and her vision was blurred, she heard the sound of a cup placed onto the nightstand. When her eyes had fully opened, she saw there was indeed a cup placed there, but that wasn''t the only thing because next to it was a bowl of century egg congee.


    Just for a moment, Xiaoya was left in a daze. It is said, that beauty lies in the eyes of the lover, and her beloved was in fact a beauty, so what was she supposed to do?


    Xiaoya had blinked and blinked to barely pull her mind fully conscious before asking, "What is all this?"


    After a lot of coaxing and coaxing, and coaxing some more, Lu Xiaobei finally managed to convince Xiaoya to return home with much struggle.


    When she got to the bathroom, the toothpaste was already squeezed on her brush and the wash basin and towel were placed in a prominent position....


    But Xiaoya rolled herself into her lover''s arms and wrapped them both in the blanket before stating, "Today, especially today, I want to sleep wrapped in your arms for a little while longer."


    To which Lu Xiaobei answered, "Rinse out your mouth then eat the congee so that way when you sleep for a bit longer your stomach won''t be empty. You can brush your teeth after you get up again, so be good, okay~"


    The reason for this was during the first term of Xiaoya''s second semester at college, Lu Xiaobei gave Xiaoya some startling news.


    Xiaoya... Xiaoya was astounded. She had no idea how she had fallen to this point, when not even her mother treated her like this after she was three.


    Standing at the door with her luggage in hand, Xiaoya accused Lu Xiaobei, saying, "You don''t love me, do you?! If you did, why would chase me away?!"


    In a flash, Xiaoya slipped on her slippers and darted off to the bathroom while yelling, "I''ll go wash my face and teeth first."


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    Xiaoya... Xiaoya was astounded. She had no idea how she had fallen to this point, when not even her mother treated her like this after she was three.


    When Lu Xiaobei and Xiaoya''s lips parted, both lightly gasped to catch theor breath.


    When she got to the bathroom, the toothpaste was already squeezed on her brush and the wash basin and towel were placed in a prominent position....


    But three weeks after the school''s new semester had begun, Xiaoya was "chased out" by Lu Xiaobei back to her family home.


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    "That''s the biggest advantage of you moving," Lu Xiaobei added with a grumble.


    But Xiaoya rolled herself into her lover''s arms and wrapped them both in the blanket before stating, "Today, especially today, I want to sleep wrapped in your arms for a little while longer."


    But Xiaoya rolled herself into her lover''s arms and wrapped them both in the blanket before stating, "Today, especially today, I want to sleep wrapped in your arms for a little while longer."


    After the winter holidays ended, Xiaoya begun her move. She had also come out to the girls in her dorm room, and told them she would be moving in with Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei really didn''t know how to explain it, but the only reason Xiaoya''s mother hadn''t had any doubts over the past couple years, apart from Xiaoya keeping it hidden, was because during those high school years, and now college, Xiaoya did not live right under he mother''s watchful eyes. They were also very careful to never run into her mother anywhere outside.


    Spring turned into autumn and Xiaoya experienced some of the happiest days of her college life. In their days living together, Lu Xiaobei proved herself to be versed in every perceivable skill. Pan fried steak, grilled escargot, pickled cabbage, chopped chilli peppers... you name it!


    "Captain," Xiaoya shouted, "this is not going to work! If you spoil me until I''m useless, if you ever leave me, what am I going to do?"


    Lu Xiaobei: "I know, but didn''t your mom make you come home to get some fruit the other day? When she starts missing you, she will come to the school to drop off stuff herself, and that won''t be good."


    Just for a moment, Xiaoya was left in a daze. It is said, that beauty lies in the eyes of the lover, and her beloved was in fact a beauty, so what was she supposed to do?


    Their mouths were suffused with that cool minty flavour, and once their lips parted their heads remained pressed together close.


    A Bit of Daily Life


    In a flash, Xiaoya slipped on her slippers and darted off to the bathroom while yelling, "I''ll go wash my face and teeth first."


    Congratulations, Xiaoya! You snagged yourself a beauty. Heeheeheehee... Is that how you say it? Anyhow, looks like it''ll just be the three of us staying in this four-person dorm, awesome! Xiaoya, if your mom comes here to see you, or calls the the dorm, we''ll cover for you, okay?" After speaking, her roommate even gave her a thumbs up.


    "Captain," Xiaoya shouted, "this is not going to work! If you spoil me until I''m useless, if you ever leave me, what am I going to do?"


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to the dining room from the corridor, then, with Xiaoya, exchanged a lingering kiss. The toothpaste they had both used was flavoured with mint, and now due to their joining such a taste would be magnifiedT/n: the original line was 1+1 is more than 2, and I couldn''t work than in literally., wouldn''t it?


    But, in retaliation to her request, Xiaoya clamped a bite on her neck before leaving in a huff.


    If not, based on her mother''s keen senses, if she sets foot within he daughter''s dorm room, if Xiaoya or one of her roommates let''s something slip, Lu Xiaobei''s future with Xiaoya will most certainly not be as peaceful as it was now.


    Xiaoya: "I already told my roommates about us and they said they''d cover for me if she shows up. Besides, I left some bedding and clothes back there for this reason. So, if my mom does pop up, it won''t take me long to rush over there from here."


    Just for a moment, Xiaoya was left in a daze. It is said, that beauty lies in the eyes of the lover, and her beloved was in fact a beauty, so what was she supposed to do?


    And when Xiaoya finally shed the last of her haze, the first thing out her mouth was: "Next time, let me do it, okay?"


    Their mouths were suffused with that cool minty flavour, and once their lips parted their heads remained pressed together close.


    But Xiaoya refused saying, "No way! You went to bed late yesterday."


    Lu Xiaobei: "So what do you want me to do, then?"


    "But I want to make you breakfast, especially today," Lu Xiaobei pleaded.


    When your eyes are closed, you can feel their breath on your ear.


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    Their mouths were suffused with that cool minty flavour, and once their lips parted their heads remained pressed together close.


    A Bit of Daily Life


    Cradled within Lu Xiaobei''s palms was skin delicate and bright, while in her mind were thoughts of the girl she slowly got to see transform and grow into her own. At these thoughts, her heat swelled with joy and pride she simply could not control. So much so, that once more, she moved to capture Xiaoya''s lips with her own.


    Lu Xiaobei didn''t want them to part either, but getting to know one another ad loving one another was easy, staying together no matter what was hard. They were still very much fledglings in this world, so it was still not a proper time for them to be outed again.


    Xiaoya: "I want you to teach me how to cook. I''ll be responsible for ''making money to support our family'' and you can be responsible for being beautiful." Because if not, and things kept on going like this, in terms of beauty, she couldn''t compare to Lu Xiaobei, and going this this road will make her being the one bringing home the bacon impossible!


    Cradled within Lu Xiaobei''s palms was skin delicate and bright, while in her mind were thoughts of the girl she slowly got to see transform and grow into her own. At these thoughts, her heat swelled with joy and pride she simply could not control. So much so, that once more, she moved to capture Xiaoya''s lips with her own.


    Like this, she''d end up having no position in their home!


    "Xiaoya, I never thought you''d turn out to be gay. Oh, no, I''m not condemning you or anything, I''m just trying to say that I''m honestly shocked. But I wish you all the happiness there is, so yay! And it was probably not easy for you too to get this far, but I truly believe things will get much easier for you guys in the future."


    Lu Xiaobei''s lips were soft, almost like jelly. But what it took for Xiaoya wandering soul to return to her bewildered body, was a nip by Lu Xiaobei on her lip that blamed her for not paying attention.


    After all, there had to be a little bit of room for some improvement, no~


    N/A


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    Lu Xiaobei: "There''s no need for that, though. Anyhow, we''ll always be together so why does it matter."


    "Ummmm.... I''m thinking," Xiaoya mused, while Lu Xiaobei reached out to try tickling under her arm. "Aren''t you going to tell me?"


    But Lu Xiaobei replied helplessly, "You''re my cute little fairy, so how could I possibly not love you? But you''ve already spent the past two weekends here without going back to see your folks, and they aren''t a few provinces away either, so it''s too unreasonable for you to not visit."


    Being in a serious relationship, and getting blessings and well wishes from others, was honestly really great.


    In the end, Xiaoya had learned from Lu Xiaobei how to cook. But, in terms of whether she''d gained the title of "one bringing home the bacon," that was up for debate.


    And when Xiaoya finally shed the last of her haze, the first thing out her mouth was: "Next time, let me do it, okay?"


    But later, despite being the one initially opposed to Xiaoya learning, it was Lu Xiaobei who ended up being quite grateful this decision was made.


    A Bit of Daily Life


    Lu Xiaobei: "So what do you want me to do, then?"


    Lu Xiaobei kissed her. But who still did nothing to react to the actions of the girl before her, soon lost her her chance to do so.


    The reason for this was during the first term of Xiaoya''s second semester at college, Lu Xiaobei gave Xiaoya some startling news.


    Xiaoya''s mouth pouted up so much at her words that it was possibly to hang a teapot from it. "How is it unreasonable? I video chat with them every three days, and they understand I''ll be busy with homework and school work during my freshman year."


    "Yeah." Xiaoya replied simply, after all, it was the day she had been waiting for for so long.


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to the dining room from the corridor, then, with Xiaoya, exchanged a lingering kiss. The toothpaste they had both used was flavoured with mint, and now due to their joining such a taste would be magnifiedT/n: the original line was 1+1 is more than 2, and I couldn''t work than in literally., wouldn''t it?


    "What?!!! Your internship is in Shanghai?" Xiaoya yelled frantically, "Why the heck isn''t it in Nancheng?"


    After the winter holidays ended, Xiaoya begun her move. She had also come out to the girls in her dorm room, and told them she would be moving in with Lu Xiaobei.


    And while her eyes were still cloudy and her vision was blurred, she heard the sound of a cup placed onto the nightstand. When her eyes had fully opened, she saw there was indeed a cup placed there, but that wasn''t the only thing because next to it was a bowl of century egg congee.


    When your eyes are closed, you can feel their breath on your ear.


    Then upon returning to that "restaurant" the congee was placed in a warmer and a plate of cut fruit now appeared next to it and there was even toothpicks stuck in each piece...


    "Wow... Our school''s most beautiful girl and our department''s beauty got together."


    Xiaoya''s eyes then fluttered close while she thoroughly enjoyed their kiss. She felt as though the two of them had slipped into their own realm in that moment, one where it was impossible for anyone else to invade.


    Lu Xiaobei walked over to the dining room from the corridor, then, with Xiaoya, exchanged a lingering kiss. The toothpaste they had both used was flavoured with mint, and now due to their joining such a taste would be magnifiedT/n: the original line was 1+1 is more than 2, and I couldn''t work than in literally., wouldn''t it?

 CH 47

    Feeling quite sorry, Lu Xiaobei explained the reason for her unexpected internship in Shanghai. "I was recommended by a professor a good while ago, but I only sent him my resume because it wasn''t good to brush aside his kindness. I thought I wouldn''t it. But, unexpectedly, the department head had given a lecture at our school once and I had apparently left an impression on him. All I did was did was participate in an interview via video call and he told me to go report in in Shanghai."


    The meat bun place wasn''t far from their apartment, being only fifteen minutes away. Lu Xiaobei bought the beef and potato buns that were Xiaoya''s favourite and headed back home, but as she walked she couldn''t help but worry about who will go buy these for Xiaoya after she was gone.


    Xiaoya: I''m pissed, but I have to keep smiling.


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    While Lu Xiaobei touched the watermelon drink in her hand with the ones in both Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi''s before saying, "Congratulations."


    But her attempt to cheer Xiaoya only earned her grumble, "I usually have classes and I have to go visit my parents on the weekends. Besides, this is such a rare opportunity for you, so I shouldn''t go bothering you while you''re working. I just wished you gave the heads up about this being a possibility earlier because it''s seriously unexpected."


    But her attempt to cheer Xiaoya only earned her grumble, "I usually have classes and I have to go visit my parents on the weekends. Besides, this is such a rare opportunity for you, so I shouldn''t go bothering you while you''re working. I just wished you gave the heads up about this being a possibility earlier because it''s seriously unexpected."


    Lu Xiaobei only listened to her, saying nothing as her hands cupped Xiaoya''s face before drawing her into a kiss, attentively tracing her lips and teeth. Every time Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s lips with her own, Xiaoya always felt her head go light. Her kissing skills hadn''t improved much up until now, but that awkward and clumsy skill of hers had tons of allure to Lu Xiaobei.


    Lu Xiaobei: "Plus, Shanghai isn''t far from Nancheng, so I can come back every weekend and you can come to Shanghai to hang out with me, too."


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    But hearing her, Mo Yichen asked, "You''re that familiar with Shanghai?"


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    But her attempt to cheer Xiaoya only earned her grumble, "I usually have classes and I have to go visit my parents on the weekends. Besides, this is such a rare opportunity for you, so I shouldn''t go bothering you while you''re working. I just wished you gave the heads up about this being a possibility earlier because it''s seriously unexpected."


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    "Captain, aren''t you done checking? Captain?"


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    While Xiaoya packed, she ordered Lu Xiaobei to go downstairs and buy some beef and potato buns, which was a speciality of their district. Since Lu Xiaobei was heading to Shanghai, it meant she would no longer have a chance of eating it.


    Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, understanding the reasoning behind her lover''s thoughts. Simply, it was not going to be easy for the two to be together, and causing her trouble was something Xiaoya could not bear.


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    This also meant that Greeting From cards originating from smaller countries were incredibly hard to collect. As for Afan, it didn''t have a large population and possibly had no one there was signed up for the postcrossing service. So usually to get cards were only sent out from that place from other tourists travelling there by mail.


    Xiang Yi then said to Xiaoya, "And Xiaoya, all you have to do is come and eat as much as you like. My mom made a reservation for ten tables at the Nancheng Grand Hotel and her most important business partners and our regular relatives will be coming. And the signature dishes at the hotel are really popular, too."


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    At some point during the dinner, Xiang Yi took it upon herself to announce, "My mother has accepted Yichen as her god-daughter, and Yichen''s mom and dad know about it. So, in the future, she''ll be my little sister in front of outsiders."


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    But despite Xiaoya putting on this show of her supposed jealously, when she and the captain did return home it was around eight or nine in the night. The dinner party was fun for all of them, and even the sadness Xiaoya had felt because of Lu Xiaobei''s departure was dispelled by the news of Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s happiness.


    iana: I have no idea what country Afan is supposed be.


    All Lu Xiaobei could do was nod in agreement, thinking that if there were things she needed, she would just buy them once she got to Shanghai.


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    Every inch of the vast night sky was filled with a scorching heat.


    But there was something that had made Xiaoya rather uncomfortable, and it was the fact that she never desired that much to begin with. All she wanted was to walk down the street hand in hand with her beloved under the bright blue sky. But even such a small wish was unable to be easily achieved, and being separated was something that had to faced time and time again.


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    Happy New Year''s Eve


    Mo Yichen''s face tinted in a faint blush, as she continued, "If everything is decided, Godmother said I''ll have to take another trip with Xiang Yi so we can go meet the rest of their relatives before we hold the ceremony."


    Having no idea what Lu Xiaobei was thinking about, Xiaoya sucked in her breath and guiltily asked, "Hey, why are you reading my stuff?" Lu Xiaobei had never shown any interest in this little hobby of hers before, at least before this exact moment.


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    So, put simply, the matter of Lu Xiaobei''s internship in Shanghai had been decided. Later, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi would get together to hold a farewell party for Lu Xiaobei at a Korean barbecue restaurant.


    "You used to be anxious?" Mo Yichen''s voice was faint.


    iana: I have no idea what country Afan is supposed be.


    iana: I have no idea what country Afan is supposed be.


    Happy New Year''s Eve


    But despite Xiaoya putting on this show of her supposed jealously, when she and the captain did return home it was around eight or nine in the night. The dinner party was fun for all of them, and even the sadness Xiaoya had felt because of Lu Xiaobei''s departure was dispelled by the news of Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s happiness.


    On the day of the get-together, Lu Xiaobei looked at the eager to order faces of both Xiaoya and Xiang Yi and commented, "You two look more like you''re here for a dinner party than to send me off."


    On the day of the get-together, Lu Xiaobei looked at the eager to order faces of both Xiaoya and Xiang Yi and commented, "You two look more like you''re here for a dinner party than to send me off."


    With a menu in her hand, and without lifting her head, Xiaoya simply replied, "Hey, don''t remind me about that."


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    Smiling as sweetly as she spoke, Xiang Yi then chimed in, "Shanghai and Nancheng are just about an hour by train. But if there''s traffic in Nancheng it''ll take a while to go to the suburbs, but it''s really not that far."


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    Seeing Xiaoya attentively, but chaotically, folding her clothes, Lu Xiaobei had no choice but to accept her fate and head down to go buy the buns.


    Xiaoya did everything she could to not admit Lu Xiaobei was moving to another province for her internship by pretending it was just an short trip, saying, "If there''s anything you forgot, I''ll send it to you or have it sent by delivery."


    All Lu Xiaobei could do was nod in agreement, thinking that if there were things she needed, she would just buy them once she got to Shanghai.


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    Feeling quite sorry, Lu Xiaobei explained the reason for her unexpected internship in Shanghai. "I was recommended by a professor a good while ago, but I only sent him my resume because it wasn''t good to brush aside his kindness. I thought I wouldn''t it. But, unexpectedly, the department head had given a lecture at our school once and I had apparently left an impression on him. All I did was did was participate in an interview via video call and he told me to go report in in Shanghai."


    But whether it was in front of Xiang Yi''s mother, or both of their mutual friends, they still maintained their status as lovers.


    But hearing her, Mo Yichen asked, "You''re that familiar with Shanghai?"


    Xiaoya: "Really? But I would much rather be like I was before, naive and completely ignorant. All this growth came at a cost. Every time Captain and I get separated I feel as though my psychological age increases by a few years."


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    The meat bun place wasn''t far from their apartment, being only fifteen minutes away. Lu Xiaobei bought the beef and potato buns that were Xiaoya''s favourite and headed back home, but as she walked she couldn''t help but worry about who will go buy these for Xiaoya after she was gone.


    But despite Xiaoya putting on this show of her supposed jealously, when she and the captain did return home it was around eight or nine in the night. The dinner party was fun for all of them, and even the sadness Xiaoya had felt because of Lu Xiaobei''s departure was dispelled by the news of Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s happiness.


    Having no idea what Lu Xiaobei was thinking about, Xiaoya sucked in her breath and guiltily asked, "Hey, why are you reading my stuff?" Lu Xiaobei had never shown any interest in this little hobby of hers before, at least before this exact moment.


    Xiang Yi scooted closer to Mo Yichen. "I only went there for classes. I never wanted to go. After I got back, just thinking about my third year exams makes me anxious."


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    "You used to be anxious?" Mo Yichen''s voice was faint.


    Feeling quite sorry, Lu Xiaobei explained the reason for her unexpected internship in Shanghai. "I was recommended by a professor a good while ago, but I only sent him my resume because it wasn''t good to brush aside his kindness. I thought I wouldn''t it. But, unexpectedly, the department head had given a lecture at our school once and I had apparently left an impression on him. All I did was did was participate in an interview via video call and he told me to go report in in Shanghai."


    Mo Yichen glanced at Xiang Yi and nodded lightly. "Yeah. A lot happened between us in the past year. It turns out Xiang Yi appreciates me more than I imagined, and I can''t let go of her either. So, I want to give us another shot."


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    While Lu Xiaobei questioned Xiang Yi, Xiaoya scooted closer to Mo Yichen and started chatting with her. "Yichen, did you really let everything go?"


    Xiang Yi scooted closer to Mo Yichen. "I only went there for classes. I never wanted to go. After I got back, just thinking about my third year exams makes me anxious."


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    Xiaoya: "Hold up... ceremony...?"


    Xiaoya had recently started collecting "Greeting From" postcards, and they were a type of illustrated cards that had originated in Poland. All the Greeting from cards had a brief introduction to the country they were sent from on the back. So the person collecting them would ask that the card be sent from the same location as the country on it, and that the postmark and stamp on the reverse side should match the pattern on the back.


    To which Lu Xiaobei pretended to not see this and asked, "If I''m going to spend five days somewhere, I''ll also need to pack some clothes, don''t you think?"


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    Every inch of the vast night sky was filled with a scorching heat.


    The four of them did get together a few times, and every time they did, it was Xiang Yi who took the initiative while Mo Yichen''s attitude to her, though not wrong, it was still far too polite.


    Lu Xiaobei then asked Xiang Yi about her and Mo Yichen''s family, for instance, how Xiang Yi and her mother explained it all to Mo Yichen''s parents.


    Polite. There were times when Xiaoya would look at them and honestly think they had broken up.


    Xiaoya: I''m pissed, but I have to keep smiling.


    But whether it was in front of Xiang Yi''s mother, or both of their mutual friends, they still maintained their status as lovers.


    Still devoting all her focus to organising the clothes in front of her, Xiaoya never lifted her head as she replied, "Where are they from? Is there any from Afan? It''s only been two months since I changed my address, but I still hadn''t gotten them. They didn''t get lost in the mail, right? Our postal service is really good."


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    Still devoting all her focus to organising the clothes in front of her, Xiaoya never lifted her head as she replied, "Where are they from? Is there any from Afan? It''s only been two months since I changed my address, but I still hadn''t gotten them. They didn''t get lost in the mail, right? Our postal service is really good."


    Xiaoya soon took her melon cup to join them, congratulating the two before she asked, "When did it all happen?"


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    Xiaoya: "Oh my god, I''m so jealous I hate you."


    After Mo Yichen and Xiaoya began their second year, because they got together less frequently, Xiaoya heard even less news about Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. But occasionally, when she and Mo Yichen chatted, Mo Yichen did occasionally mention Xiang Yi without prompting, so Xiaoya found out the ice between the two had broken.


    Happy New Year''s Eve


    Xiaoya: "I hope so, too. Oh, are staying at Xiang Yi''s house during the summer holidays?" Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi''s mother once over the years, and she was a woman who seemed kind, confident, and easy-going. She and Mo Yichen also got along incredibly well, so well, that there are times when even Xiang Yi would kick up a fuss asking which of the two were really the biological mother-daughter pair. And for this, Xiaoya felt a bit envious.


    Mo Yichen''s face tinted in a faint blush, as she continued, "If everything is decided, Godmother said I''ll have to take another trip with Xiang Yi so we can go meet the rest of their relatives before we hold the ceremony."


    At some point during the dinner, Xiang Yi took it upon herself to announce, "My mother has accepted Yichen as her god-daughter, and Yichen''s mom and dad know about it. So, in the future, she''ll be my little sister in front of outsiders."


    Xiang Yi the said to Lu Xiaobei "So... Captain, make sure to not be stingy, okay~"


    Mo Yichen: "Don''t worry, in the future, everything will keep getting better and better."


    Xiang Yi: "A few days ago when when both of our families got together. My mom said we''ll hold a formal banquetT/n: it sounds like they''re holding a wedding banquet. after the term begins. People on the outside will see my mom taking her as my younger sister, but in reality, I''ll be accepting our wedding money."


    But there was something that had made Xiaoya rather uncomfortable, and it was the fact that she never desired that much to begin with. All she wanted was to walk down the street hand in hand with her beloved under the bright blue sky. But even such a small wish was unable to be easily achieved, and being separated was something that had to faced time and time again.


    "Captain, aren''t you done checking? Captain?"


    "Wow!" Xiaoya screamed on shock.


    This also meant that Greeting From cards originating from smaller countries were incredibly hard to collect. As for Afan, it didn''t have a large population and possibly had no one there was signed up for the postcrossing service. So usually to get cards were only sent out from that place from other tourists travelling there by mail.


    "Captain, aren''t you done checking? Captain?"


    Mo Yichen''s face tinted in a faint blush, as she continued, "If everything is decided, Godmother said I''ll have to take another trip with Xiang Yi so we can go meet the rest of their relatives before we hold the ceremony."


    While Lu Xiaobei touched the watermelon drink in her hand with the ones in both Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi''s before saying, "Congratulations."


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    At some point during the dinner, Xiang Yi took it upon herself to announce, "My mother has accepted Yichen as her god-daughter, and Yichen''s mom and dad know about it. So, in the future, she''ll be my little sister in front of outsiders."


    Xiaoya had recently started collecting "Greeting From" postcards, and they were a type of illustrated cards that had originated in Poland. All the Greeting from cards had a brief introduction to the country they were sent from on the back. So the person collecting them would ask that the card be sent from the same location as the country on it, and that the postmark and stamp on the reverse side should match the pattern on the back.


    the author is doing a good job writing in code. she''s being a good little worker. cheer with her. (paraphrased by your grumpy translator. FYI, the shooting stars into the clouds was our girls doing the deed once more:)


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    The signature drink in that Korean restaurant was watermelon soju, made by pouring soju into a watermelon and mixing. It was low in alcohol and it was a bit sweet, so all four girls had ordered it. After the waiter arrived to deliver there orders, all four had a halved watermelon cup they used to toast the news.


    Lu Xiaobei, "Okay."


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    Xiang Yi the said to Lu Xiaobei "So... Captain, make sure to not be stingy, okay~"


    Xiaoya soon took her melon cup to join them, congratulating the two before she asked, "When did it all happen?"


    The signature drink in that Korean restaurant was watermelon soju, made by pouring soju into a watermelon and mixing. It was low in alcohol and it was a bit sweet, so all four girls had ordered it. After the waiter arrived to deliver there orders, all four had a halved watermelon cup they used to toast the news.


    Xiang Yi: "A few days ago when when both of our families got together. My mom said we''ll hold a formal banquetT/n: it sounds like they''re holding a wedding banquet. after the term begins. People on the outside will see my mom taking her as my younger sister, but in reality, I''ll be accepting our wedding money."


    Seeing Xiaoya attentively, but chaotically, folding her clothes, Lu Xiaobei had no choice but to accept her fate and head down to go buy the buns.


    While Xiaoya packed, she ordered Lu Xiaobei to go downstairs and buy some beef and potato buns, which was a speciality of their district. Since Lu Xiaobei was heading to Shanghai, it meant she would no longer have a chance of eating it.


    After Mo Yichen and Xiaoya began their second year, because they got together less frequently, Xiaoya heard even less news about Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. But occasionally, when she and Mo Yichen chatted, Mo Yichen did occasionally mention Xiang Yi without prompting, so Xiaoya found out the ice between the two had broken.


    But there was something that had made Xiaoya rather uncomfortable, and it was the fact that she never desired that much to begin with. All she wanted was to walk down the street hand in hand with her beloved under the bright blue sky. But even such a small wish was unable to be easily achieved, and being separated was something that had to faced time and time again.


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    While Lu Xiaobei touched the watermelon drink in her hand with the ones in both Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi''s before saying, "Congratulations."


    Xiaoya then asked again, "What are you looking at?" The blue card was clearly not a Greeting From card, and just as Xiaoya was about to walk over, Lu Xiaobei placed the card down...


    Xiang Yi the said to Lu Xiaobei "So... Captain, make sure to not be stingy, okay~"


    But her attempt to cheer Xiaoya only earned her grumble, "I usually have classes and I have to go visit my parents on the weekends. Besides, this is such a rare opportunity for you, so I shouldn''t go bothering you while you''re working. I just wished you gave the heads up about this being a possibility earlier because it''s seriously unexpected."


    Smiling as sweetly as she spoke, Xiang Yi then chimed in, "Shanghai and Nancheng are just about an hour by train. But if there''s traffic in Nancheng it''ll take a while to go to the suburbs, but it''s really not that far."


    But there was something that had made Xiaoya rather uncomfortable, and it was the fact that she never desired that much to begin with. All she wanted was to walk down the street hand in hand with her beloved under the bright blue sky. But even such a small wish was unable to be easily achieved, and being separated was something that had to faced time and time again.


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    Xiang Yi then said to Xiaoya, "And Xiaoya, all you have to do is come and eat as much as you like. My mom made a reservation for ten tables at the Nancheng Grand Hotel and her most important business partners and our regular relatives will be coming. And the signature dishes at the hotel are really popular, too."


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    Lu Xiaobei, "Okay."


    While Lu Xiaobei touched the watermelon drink in her hand with the ones in both Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi''s before saying, "Congratulations."


    Mo Yichen''s face tinted in a faint blush, as she continued, "If everything is decided, Godmother said I''ll have to take another trip with Xiang Yi so we can go meet the rest of their relatives before we hold the ceremony."


    Xiaoya: "I''m worried about you may have let it all go on the surface but still mind it deep down, but if you''ve really forgiven her and put it all behind you, then I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!"


    Xiang Yi then said to Xiaoya, "And Xiaoya, all you have to do is come and eat as much as you like. My mom made a reservation for ten tables at the Nancheng Grand Hotel and her most important business partners and our regular relatives will be coming. And the signature dishes at the hotel are really popular, too."


    Xiang Yi then said to Xiaoya, "And Xiaoya, all you have to do is come and eat as much as you like. My mom made a reservation for ten tables at the Nancheng Grand Hotel and her most important business partners and our regular relatives will be coming. And the signature dishes at the hotel are really popular, too."


    "Wow!" Xiaoya screamed on shock.


    While Xiaoya packed, she ordered Lu Xiaobei to go downstairs and buy some beef and potato buns, which was a speciality of their district. Since Lu Xiaobei was heading to Shanghai, it meant she would no longer have a chance of eating it.


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    Lu Xiaobei then asked Xiang Yi about her and Mo Yichen''s family, for instance, how Xiang Yi and her mother explained it all to Mo Yichen''s parents.


    Xiaoya then asked again, "What are you looking at?" The blue card was clearly not a Greeting From card, and just as Xiaoya was about to walk over, Lu Xiaobei placed the card down...


    "You used to be anxious?" Mo Yichen''s voice was faint.


    Xiaoya: "I hope so, too. Oh, are staying at Xiang Yi''s house during the summer holidays?" Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi''s mother once over the years, and she was a woman who seemed kind, confident, and easy-going. She and Mo Yichen also got along incredibly well, so well, that there are times when even Xiang Yi would kick up a fuss asking which of the two were really the biological mother-daughter pair. And for this, Xiaoya felt a bit envious.


    Xiaoya: "I''m worried about you may have let it all go on the surface but still mind it deep down, but if you''ve really forgiven her and put it all behind you, then I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!"


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    Lu Xiaobei only listened to her, saying nothing as her hands cupped Xiaoya''s face before drawing her into a kiss, attentively tracing her lips and teeth. Every time Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s lips with her own, Xiaoya always felt her head go light. Her kissing skills hadn''t improved much up until now, but that awkward and clumsy skill of hers had tons of allure to Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya then asked again, "What are you looking at?" The blue card was clearly not a Greeting From card, and just as Xiaoya was about to walk over, Lu Xiaobei placed the card down...


    While Lu Xiaobei questioned Xiang Yi, Xiaoya scooted closer to Mo Yichen and started chatting with her. "Yichen, did you really let everything go?"


    "Captain, aren''t you done checking? Captain?"


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    In the night sky above, the stars glimmered, and on the earth below, Xiaoya wrapped her arms around Lu Xiaobei. "Captain, one day, I''ll take you to go meet my mom''s parents, my dad''s, and all my other relatives. And when I do, I''ll tell them all that you''ll be the person I will be spending the rest of my life with."


    Xiaoya: "I''m worried about you may have let it all go on the surface but still mind it deep down, but if you''ve really forgiven her and put it all behind you, then I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!"


    But despite Xiaoya putting on this show of her supposed jealously, when she and the captain did return home it was around eight or nine in the night. The dinner party was fun for all of them, and even the sadness Xiaoya had felt because of Lu Xiaobei''s departure was dispelled by the news of Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s happiness.


    Seeing Xiaoya attentively, but chaotically, folding her clothes, Lu Xiaobei had no choice but to accept her fate and head down to go buy the buns.


    Mo Yichen glanced at Xiang Yi and nodded lightly. "Yeah. A lot happened between us in the past year. It turns out Xiang Yi appreciates me more than I imagined, and I can''t let go of her either. So, I want to give us another shot."


    Xiaoya soon took her melon cup to join them, congratulating the two before she asked, "When did it all happen?"


    Lu Xiaobei, "Okay."


    But her attempt to cheer Xiaoya only earned her grumble, "I usually have classes and I have to go visit my parents on the weekends. Besides, this is such a rare opportunity for you, so I shouldn''t go bothering you while you''re working. I just wished you gave the heads up about this being a possibility earlier because it''s seriously unexpected."


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    After Mo Yichen and Xiaoya began their second year, because they got together less frequently, Xiaoya heard even less news about Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. But occasionally, when she and Mo Yichen chatted, Mo Yichen did occasionally mention Xiang Yi without prompting, so Xiaoya found out the ice between the two had broken.


    Xiaoya: "I''m worried about you may have let it all go on the surface but still mind it deep down, but if you''ve really forgiven her and put it all behind you, then I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!"


    Xiaoya: "Oh my god, I''m so jealous I hate you."


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and saw Lu Xiaobei''s gaze was stuck to a blue postcard while not an inch of her moved.


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    In the night sky above, the stars glimmered, and on the earth below, Xiaoya wrapped her arms around Lu Xiaobei. "Captain, one day, I''ll take you to go meet my mom''s parents, my dad''s, and all my other relatives. And when I do, I''ll tell them all that you''ll be the person I will be spending the rest of my life with."


    Xiaoya then asked again, "What are you looking at?" The blue card was clearly not a Greeting From card, and just as Xiaoya was about to walk over, Lu Xiaobei placed the card down...


    This also meant that Greeting From cards originating from smaller countries were incredibly hard to collect. As for Afan, it didn''t have a large population and possibly had no one there was signed up for the postcrossing service. So usually to get cards were only sent out from that place from other tourists travelling there by mail.


    After Mo Yichen and Xiaoya began their second year, because they got together less frequently, Xiaoya heard even less news about Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. But occasionally, when she and Mo Yichen chatted, Mo Yichen did occasionally mention Xiang Yi without prompting, so Xiaoya found out the ice between the two had broken.


    Still holding the postcards in her hand she just brought up from the mailbox, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "I just picked up these postcards, where do you usually put them?"


    Xiaoya: "Really? But I would much rather be like I was before, naive and completely ignorant. All this growth came at a cost. Every time Captain and I get separated I feel as though my psychological age increases by a few years."


    With a menu in her hand, and without lifting her head, Xiaoya simply replied, "Hey, don''t remind me about that."


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    To which Lu Xiaobei pretended to not see this and asked, "If I''m going to spend five days somewhere, I''ll also need to pack some clothes, don''t you think?"


    Xiaoya did everything she could to not admit Lu Xiaobei was moving to another province for her internship by pretending it was just an short trip, saying, "If there''s anything you forgot, I''ll send it to you or have it sent by delivery."


    Mo Yichen: "Don''t worry, in the future, everything will keep getting better and better."


    Xiaoya did everything she could to not admit Lu Xiaobei was moving to another province for her internship by pretending it was just an short trip, saying, "If there''s anything you forgot, I''ll send it to you or have it sent by delivery."


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    While Lu Xiaobei questioned Xiang Yi, Xiaoya scooted closer to Mo Yichen and started chatting with her. "Yichen, did you really let everything go?"


    Lu Xiaobei kissed Xiaoya. "I know. I''m sorry. Our Xiaoya is the most understanding person in the entire world."


    But her attempt to cheer Xiaoya only earned her grumble, "I usually have classes and I have to go visit my parents on the weekends. Besides, this is such a rare opportunity for you, so I shouldn''t go bothering you while you''re working. I just wished you gave the heads up about this being a possibility earlier because it''s seriously unexpected."


    Xiaoya: "I hope so, too. Oh, are staying at Xiang Yi''s house during the summer holidays?" Xiaoya had met Xiang Yi''s mother once over the years, and she was a woman who seemed kind, confident, and easy-going. She and Mo Yichen also got along incredibly well, so well, that there are times when even Xiang Yi would kick up a fuss asking which of the two were really the biological mother-daughter pair. And for this, Xiaoya felt a bit envious.


    All Lu Xiaobei could do was nod in agreement, thinking that if there were things she needed, she would just buy them once she got to Shanghai.


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    Lu Xiaobei: "Plus, Shanghai isn''t far from Nancheng, so I can come back every weekend and you can come to Shanghai to hang out with me, too."


    Xiaoya: "Hold up... ceremony...?"


    Xiang Yi: "A few days ago when when both of our families got together. My mom said we''ll hold a formal banquetT/n: it sounds like they''re holding a wedding banquet. after the term begins. People on the outside will see my mom taking her as my younger sister, but in reality, I''ll be accepting our wedding money."


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    Xiang Yi: "A few days ago when when both of our families got together. My mom said we''ll hold a formal banquetT/n: it sounds like they''re holding a wedding banquet. after the term begins. People on the outside will see my mom taking her as my younger sister, but in reality, I''ll be accepting our wedding money."


    iana: I have no idea what country Afan is supposed be.


    Xiaoya kept on tirelessly folding another three stacks of clothes, while Lu Xiaobei had yet to say another word.


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    Mo Yichen: "Don''t worry, in the future, everything will keep getting better and better."


    Xiaoya did everything she could to not admit Lu Xiaobei was moving to another province for her internship by pretending it was just an short trip, saying, "If there''s anything you forgot, I''ll send it to you or have it sent by delivery."


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and saw Lu Xiaobei''s gaze was stuck to a blue postcard while not an inch of her moved.


    Xiaoya: "Oh my god, I''m so jealous I hate you."


    Xiang Yi scooted closer to Mo Yichen. "I only went there for classes. I never wanted to go. After I got back, just thinking about my third year exams makes me anxious."


    Mo Yichen''s face tinted in a faint blush, as she continued, "If everything is decided, Godmother said I''ll have to take another trip with Xiang Yi so we can go meet the rest of their relatives before we hold the ceremony."


    The coming Monday was when Lu Xiaobei had to go to Shanghai to report in, but it wasn''t until that Sunday afternoon that Xiaoya had reluctantly began helping Lu Xiaobei pack.


    Xiaoya: "Hold up... ceremony...?"


    Smiling as sweetly as she spoke, Xiang Yi then chimed in, "Shanghai and Nancheng are just about an hour by train. But if there''s traffic in Nancheng it''ll take a while to go to the suburbs, but it''s really not that far."


    At some point during the dinner, Xiang Yi took it upon herself to announce, "My mother has accepted Yichen as her god-daughter, and Yichen''s mom and dad know about it. So, in the future, she''ll be my little sister in front of outsiders."


    Smiling as sweetly as she spoke, Xiang Yi then chimed in, "Shanghai and Nancheng are just about an hour by train. But if there''s traffic in Nancheng it''ll take a while to go to the suburbs, but it''s really not that far."


    Xiaoya soon took her melon cup to join them, congratulating the two before she asked, "When did it all happen?"


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    Xiaoya kept on tirelessly folding another three stacks of clothes, while Lu Xiaobei had yet to say another word.


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    "You used to be anxious?" Mo Yichen''s voice was faint.


    Mo Yichen glanced at Xiang Yi and nodded lightly. "Yeah. A lot happened between us in the past year. It turns out Xiang Yi appreciates me more than I imagined, and I can''t let go of her either. So, I want to give us another shot."


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    But despite Xiaoya putting on this show of her supposed jealously, when she and the captain did return home it was around eight or nine in the night. The dinner party was fun for all of them, and even the sadness Xiaoya had felt because of Lu Xiaobei''s departure was dispelled by the news of Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s happiness.


    So, put simply, the matter of Lu Xiaobei''s internship in Shanghai had been decided. Later, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi would get together to hold a farewell party for Lu Xiaobei at a Korean barbecue restaurant.


    The coming Monday was when Lu Xiaobei had to go to Shanghai to report in, but it wasn''t until that Sunday afternoon that Xiaoya had reluctantly began helping Lu Xiaobei pack.


    Still holding the postcards in her hand she just brought up from the mailbox, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "I just picked up these postcards, where do you usually put them?"


    In the night sky above, the stars glimmered, and on the earth below, Xiaoya wrapped her arms around Lu Xiaobei. "Captain, one day, I''ll take you to go meet my mom''s parents, my dad''s, and all my other relatives. And when I do, I''ll tell them all that you''ll be the person I will be spending the rest of my life with."


    Xiaoya had recently started collecting "Greeting From" postcards, and they were a type of illustrated cards that had originated in Poland. All the Greeting from cards had a brief introduction to the country they were sent from on the back. So the person collecting them would ask that the card be sent from the same location as the country on it, and that the postmark and stamp on the reverse side should match the pattern on the back.


    Polite. There were times when Xiaoya would look at them and honestly think they had broken up.


    Mo Yichen glanced at Xiang Yi and nodded lightly. "Yeah. A lot happened between us in the past year. It turns out Xiang Yi appreciates me more than I imagined, and I can''t let go of her either. So, I want to give us another shot."


    Xiaoya: "Oh my god, I''m so jealous I hate you."


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    Lu Xiaobei only listened to her, saying nothing as her hands cupped Xiaoya''s face before drawing her into a kiss, attentively tracing her lips and teeth. Every time Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s lips with her own, Xiaoya always felt her head go light. Her kissing skills hadn''t improved much up until now, but that awkward and clumsy skill of hers had tons of allure to Lu Xiaobei.


    Xiaoya: I''m pissed, but I have to keep smiling.


    Lu Xiaobei only listened to her, saying nothing as her hands cupped Xiaoya''s face before drawing her into a kiss, attentively tracing her lips and teeth. Every time Lu Xiaobei took Xiaoya''s lips with her own, Xiaoya always felt her head go light. Her kissing skills hadn''t improved much up until now, but that awkward and clumsy skill of hers had tons of allure to Lu Xiaobei.


    But in response, Lu Xiaobei simply turned to Xiaoya and asked in a tone that was frigid, "Is this what you usually write about? Is stuff like this what you chat about in these cards?"


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    the author is doing a good job writing in code. she''s being a good little worker. cheer with her. (paraphrased by your grumpy translator. FYI, the shooting stars into the clouds was our girls doing the deed once more:)


    Seeing Xiaoya attentively, but chaotically, folding her clothes, Lu Xiaobei had no choice but to accept her fate and head down to go buy the buns.


    In the night sky above, the stars glimmered, and on the earth below, Xiaoya wrapped her arms around Lu Xiaobei. "Captain, one day, I''ll take you to go meet my mom''s parents, my dad''s, and all my other relatives. And when I do, I''ll tell them all that you''ll be the person I will be spending the rest of my life with."


    In the night sky above, the stars glimmered, and on the earth below, Xiaoya wrapped her arms around Lu Xiaobei. "Captain, one day, I''ll take you to go meet my mom''s parents, my dad''s, and all my other relatives. And when I do, I''ll tell them all that you''ll be the person I will be spending the rest of my life with."


    Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, understanding the reasoning behind her lover''s thoughts. Simply, it was not going to be easy for the two to be together, and causing her trouble was something Xiaoya could not bear.


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    Xiang Yi scooted closer to Mo Yichen. "I only went there for classes. I never wanted to go. After I got back, just thinking about my third year exams makes me anxious."


    Every inch of the vast night sky was filled with a scorching heat.


    Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, understanding the reasoning behind her lover''s thoughts. Simply, it was not going to be easy for the two to be together, and causing her trouble was something Xiaoya could not bear.


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    To which Lu Xiaobei pretended to not see this and asked, "If I''m going to spend five days somewhere, I''ll also need to pack some clothes, don''t you think?"


    The meat bun place wasn''t far from their apartment, being only fifteen minutes away. Lu Xiaobei bought the beef and potato buns that were Xiaoya''s favourite and headed back home, but as she walked she couldn''t help but worry about who will go buy these for Xiaoya after she was gone.


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    Mo Yichen: "Don''t worry, in the future, everything will keep getting better and better."


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    So, put simply, the matter of Lu Xiaobei''s internship in Shanghai had been decided. Later, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi would get together to hold a farewell party for Lu Xiaobei at a Korean barbecue restaurant.


    "Captain, aren''t you done checking? Captain?"


    The coming Monday was when Lu Xiaobei had to go to Shanghai to report in, but it wasn''t until that Sunday afternoon that Xiaoya had reluctantly began helping Lu Xiaobei pack.


    Mo Yichen glanced at Xiang Yi and nodded lightly. "Yeah. A lot happened between us in the past year. It turns out Xiang Yi appreciates me more than I imagined, and I can''t let go of her either. So, I want to give us another shot."


    Xiaoya did everything she could to not admit Lu Xiaobei was moving to another province for her internship by pretending it was just an short trip, saying, "If there''s anything you forgot, I''ll send it to you or have it sent by delivery."


    iana: I have no idea what country Afan is supposed be.


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    Xiang Yi: "A few days ago when when both of our families got together. My mom said we''ll hold a formal banquetT/n: it sounds like they''re holding a wedding banquet. after the term begins. People on the outside will see my mom taking her as my younger sister, but in reality, I''ll be accepting our wedding money."


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    iana: I have no idea what country Afan is supposed be.


    To which Lu Xiaobei pretended to not see this and asked, "If I''m going to spend five days somewhere, I''ll also need to pack some clothes, don''t you think?"


    Mo Yichen: "Don''t worry, in the future, everything will keep getting better and better."


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, so one suitcase should be more than enough."


    "Wow!" Xiaoya screamed on shock.


    All Lu Xiaobei could do was nod in agreement, thinking that if there were things she needed, she would just buy them once she got to Shanghai.


    While Lu Xiaobei questioned Xiang Yi, Xiaoya scooted closer to Mo Yichen and started chatting with her. "Yichen, did you really let everything go?"


    Smiling as sweetly as she spoke, Xiang Yi then chimed in, "Shanghai and Nancheng are just about an hour by train. But if there''s traffic in Nancheng it''ll take a while to go to the suburbs, but it''s really not that far."


    Xiang Yi then said to Xiaoya, "And Xiaoya, all you have to do is come and eat as much as you like. My mom made a reservation for ten tables at the Nancheng Grand Hotel and her most important business partners and our regular relatives will be coming. And the signature dishes at the hotel are really popular, too."


    Xiaoya had recently started collecting "Greeting From" postcards, and they were a type of illustrated cards that had originated in Poland. All the Greeting from cards had a brief introduction to the country they were sent from on the back. So the person collecting them would ask that the card be sent from the same location as the country on it, and that the postmark and stamp on the reverse side should match the pattern on the back.


    So, put simply, the matter of Lu Xiaobei''s internship in Shanghai had been decided. Later, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi would get together to hold a farewell party for Lu Xiaobei at a Korean barbecue restaurant.


    Xiang Yi: "A few days ago when when both of our families got together. My mom said we''ll hold a formal banquetT/n: it sounds like they''re holding a wedding banquet. after the term begins. People on the outside will see my mom taking her as my younger sister, but in reality, I''ll be accepting our wedding money."


    Still devoting all her focus to organising the clothes in front of her, Xiaoya never lifted her head as she replied, "Where are they from? Is there any from Afan? It''s only been two months since I changed my address, but I still hadn''t gotten them. They didn''t get lost in the mail, right? Our postal service is really good."


    While Xiaoya packed, she ordered Lu Xiaobei to go downstairs and buy some beef and potato buns, which was a speciality of their district. Since Lu Xiaobei was heading to Shanghai, it meant she would no longer have a chance of eating it.


    Having no idea what Lu Xiaobei was thinking about, Xiaoya sucked in her breath and guiltily asked, "Hey, why are you reading my stuff?" Lu Xiaobei had never shown any interest in this little hobby of hers before, at least before this exact moment.


    Still devoting all her focus to organising the clothes in front of her, Xiaoya never lifted her head as she replied, "Where are they from? Is there any from Afan? It''s only been two months since I changed my address, but I still hadn''t gotten them. They didn''t get lost in the mail, right? Our postal service is really good."


    Xiaoya: "Hold up... ceremony...?"


    Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, understanding the reasoning behind her lover''s thoughts. Simply, it was not going to be easy for the two to be together, and causing her trouble was something Xiaoya could not bear.


    So, put simply, the matter of Lu Xiaobei''s internship in Shanghai had been decided. Later, Xiaoya, Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi would get together to hold a farewell party for Lu Xiaobei at a Korean barbecue restaurant.


    Seeing Xiaoya attentively, but chaotically, folding her clothes, Lu Xiaobei had no choice but to accept her fate and head down to go buy the buns.


    But there was something that had made Xiaoya rather uncomfortable, and it was the fact that she never desired that much to begin with. All she wanted was to walk down the street hand in hand with her beloved under the bright blue sky. But even such a small wish was unable to be easily achieved, and being separated was something that had to faced time and time again.


    The meat bun place wasn''t far from their apartment, being only fifteen minutes away. Lu Xiaobei bought the beef and potato buns that were Xiaoya''s favourite and headed back home, but as she walked she couldn''t help but worry about who will go buy these for Xiaoya after she was gone.


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    A heat that took most of the night to cool before tranquillity returned once more.


    Happy New Year''s Eve


    But there was something that had made Xiaoya rather uncomfortable, and it was the fact that she never desired that much to begin with. All she wanted was to walk down the street hand in hand with her beloved under the bright blue sky. But even such a small wish was unable to be easily achieved, and being separated was something that had to faced time and time again.


    Xiang Yi the said to Lu Xiaobei "So... Captain, make sure to not be stingy, okay~"


    When Lu Xiaobei got back, she placed the tote bag of buns on the dining table. Lu Xiaobei usually used a tote bag to carry the buns when she bought them to stop them from quickly getting cold.


    Xiaoya: "Yeah, so one suitcase should be more than enough."


    While Lu Xiaobei touched the watermelon drink in her hand with the ones in both Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi''s before saying, "Congratulations."


    All Lu Xiaobei could do was nod in agreement, thinking that if there were things she needed, she would just buy them once she got to Shanghai.


    Mo Yichen: "Don''t worry, in the future, everything will keep getting better and better."


    Happy New Year''s Eve


    "Thank you." Mo Yichen expressed her gratitude then added, "Xiaoya, you''ve really grown up a lot."


    Xiang Yi then said to Xiaoya, "And Xiaoya, all you have to do is come and eat as much as you like. My mom made a reservation for ten tables at the Nancheng Grand Hotel and her most important business partners and our regular relatives will be coming. And the signature dishes at the hotel are really popular, too."


    Still holding the postcards in her hand she just brought up from the mailbox, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "I just picked up these postcards, where do you usually put them?"


    Still holding the postcards in her hand she just brought up from the mailbox, Lu Xiaobei asked her, "I just picked up these postcards, where do you usually put them?"


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    Xiaoya: "I''m worried about you may have let it all go on the surface but still mind it deep down, but if you''ve really forgiven her and put it all behind you, then I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!"


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and saw Lu Xiaobei''s gaze was stuck to a blue postcard while not an inch of her moved.


    To which Lu Xiaobei pretended to not see this and asked, "If I''m going to spend five days somewhere, I''ll also need to pack some clothes, don''t you think?"


    Xiaoya let out a wow and almost sobbed, she then shouted, "Captain, I want to go back home! They''re just showing off their love over here!"


    Xiaoya: I''m pissed, but I have to keep smiling.


    Still devoting all her focus to organising the clothes in front of her, Xiaoya never lifted her head as she replied, "Where are they from? Is there any from Afan? It''s only been two months since I changed my address, but I still hadn''t gotten them. They didn''t get lost in the mail, right? Our postal service is really good."


    But despite Xiaoya putting on this show of her supposed jealously, when she and the captain did return home it was around eight or nine in the night. The dinner party was fun for all of them, and even the sadness Xiaoya had felt because of Lu Xiaobei''s departure was dispelled by the news of Xiang Yi and Mo Yichen''s happiness.


    Xiaoya had recently started collecting "Greeting From" postcards, and they were a type of illustrated cards that had originated in Poland. All the Greeting from cards had a brief introduction to the country they were sent from on the back. So the person collecting them would ask that the card be sent from the same location as the country on it, and that the postmark and stamp on the reverse side should match the pattern on the back.


    Mo Yichen''s face tinted in a faint blush, as she continued, "If everything is decided, Godmother said I''ll have to take another trip with Xiang Yi so we can go meet the rest of their relatives before we hold the ceremony."


    All Lu Xiaobei could do was nod in agreement, thinking that if there were things she needed, she would just buy them once she got to Shanghai.


    "Wow!" Xiaoya screamed on shock.


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    Xiang Yi the said to Lu Xiaobei "So... Captain, make sure to not be stingy, okay~"


    This also meant that Greeting From cards originating from smaller countries were incredibly hard to collect. As for Afan, it didn''t have a large population and possibly had no one there was signed up for the postcrossing service. So usually to get cards were only sent out from that place from other tourists travelling there by mail.


    But hearing her, Mo Yichen asked, "You''re that familiar with Shanghai?"


    Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, understanding the reasoning behind her lover''s thoughts. Simply, it was not going to be easy for the two to be together, and causing her trouble was something Xiaoya could not bear.


    The signature drink in that Korean restaurant was watermelon soju, made by pouring soju into a watermelon and mixing. It was low in alcohol and it was a bit sweet, so all four girls had ordered it. After the waiter arrived to deliver there orders, all four had a halved watermelon cup they used to toast the news.


    Xiaoya kept on tirelessly folding another three stacks of clothes, while Lu Xiaobei had yet to say another word.


    After Mo Yichen and Xiaoya began their second year, because they got together less frequently, Xiaoya heard even less news about Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. But occasionally, when she and Mo Yichen chatted, Mo Yichen did occasionally mention Xiang Yi without prompting, so Xiaoya found out the ice between the two had broken.


    "Captain, aren''t you done checking? Captain?"


    But whether it was in front of Xiang Yi''s mother, or both of their mutual friends, they still maintained their status as lovers.


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and saw Lu Xiaobei''s gaze was stuck to a blue postcard while not an inch of her moved.


    The four of them did get together a few times, and every time they did, it was Xiang Yi who took the initiative while Mo Yichen''s attitude to her, though not wrong, it was still far too polite.


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and saw Lu Xiaobei''s gaze was stuck to a blue postcard while not an inch of her moved.


    With a menu in her hand, and without lifting her head, Xiaoya simply replied, "Hey, don''t remind me about that."


    Xiaoya then asked again, "What are you looking at?" The blue card was clearly not a Greeting From card, and just as Xiaoya was about to walk over, Lu Xiaobei placed the card down...


    To which Lu Xiaobei pretended to not see this and asked, "If I''m going to spend five days somewhere, I''ll also need to pack some clothes, don''t you think?"


    Xiaoya then asked again, "What are you looking at?" The blue card was clearly not a Greeting From card, and just as Xiaoya was about to walk over, Lu Xiaobei placed the card down...


    Lu Xiaobei: "Plus, Shanghai isn''t far from Nancheng, so I can come back every weekend and you can come to Shanghai to hang out with me, too."


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    Xiaoya turned to look behind her, and saw Lu Xiaobei''s gaze was stuck to a blue postcard while not an inch of her moved.


    Smiling as sweetly as she spoke, Xiang Yi then chimed in, "Shanghai and Nancheng are just about an hour by train. But if there''s traffic in Nancheng it''ll take a while to go to the suburbs, but it''s really not that far."


    Lu Xiaobei: "Plus, Shanghai isn''t far from Nancheng, so I can come back every weekend and you can come to Shanghai to hang out with me, too."


    Having no idea what Lu Xiaobei was thinking about, Xiaoya sucked in her breath and guiltily asked, "Hey, why are you reading my stuff?" Lu Xiaobei had never shown any interest in this little hobby of hers before, at least before this exact moment.


    Polite. There were times when Xiaoya would look at them and honestly think they had broken up.


    On the day of the get-together, Lu Xiaobei looked at the eager to order faces of both Xiaoya and Xiang Yi and commented, "You two look more like you''re here for a dinner party than to send me off."


    "Of course, I was!" Xiang Yi whined.


    In this world, they were just too ordinary, and if they had no way to change the rules, they could only adapt to them. The higher one could stand in society, the more power one can attain, the more you can be like a fish finding water, able to find an environment where you can thrive.


    Mo Yichen: "Xiang Yi and I actually plan and travelling during this summer vacation and will be back in late August."


    But in response, Lu Xiaobei simply turned to Xiaoya and asked in a tone that was frigid, "Is this what you usually write about? Is stuff like this what you chat about in these cards?"


    In the night sky above, the stars glimmered, and on the earth below, Xiaoya wrapped her arms around Lu Xiaobei. "Captain, one day, I''ll take you to go meet my mom''s parents, my dad''s, and all my other relatives. And when I do, I''ll tell them all that you''ll be the person I will be spending the rest of my life with."


    Xiaoya hugged Lu Xiaobei, understanding the reasoning behind her lover''s thoughts. Simply, it was not going to be easy for the two to be together, and causing her trouble was something Xiaoya could not bear.


    From the side, Xiaoya looked at Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi getting along with one another, and was thankful she listened to her captain''s words to get herself involved in their relationship. Back in their freshman years, there was truly no shortage of frigidity between Mo Yichen and Xiang Yi. What''s more, apart from Xiang Yi''s mother letting Mo Yichen come hang out at their house, the two had rarely gone out on a date.


    Shooting stars darted through the clouds on high, countless numbers of them pierced through those soft pillows with a splash. Stirred by the invading flashes of light, the clouds in perfect unison, tightly bound around them.


    Xiaoya: "Oh my god, I''m so jealous I hate you."