Now that things are settled, Qiao Manman doesn't want to face it anymore.

Although she felt a sense of emptiness in her heart when she saw that Jiang Tingyan didn't pay much attention to her.

But you get used to it.

She is the kind of person who would rather keep her emotions to herself than rely on others.

Qiao Manman lowered her eyes: "If what you said is true, then please help me persuade him to stop focusing on me."

After saying this, Qiao Manman stepped into the restroom.

Watching her resolute departure, anger surfaced in her youthful, beautiful eyes.

Such a cold-hearted person is not worthy of Ayan's affection!

Tong Yan returned to her seat, and Jiang Tingyan glanced at her, then looked at Qiao Manman, who had not yet returned.

Before she could ask, Tong Yan said sullenly, "Ayan, stop looking. People like that aren't worth your attention."

Upon hearing Tong Yan say those words, Jiang Tingyan realized that Tong Yan's face had become somewhat angry.

He narrowed his eyes slightly: "What happened?"

Tong Yan didn't know how to explain, and stammered, "Anyway, she doesn't like you. Don't have any more feelings for her, it's really not worth it!"

Jiang Tingyan's eyes grew cold: "Tong Yan, what did you say to her?"

Tong Yan pursed her lips, lowered her head and said, "Ayan, I'm not stupid. I can tell you like her. I just want her to give you a response, not to pretend I don't hear you."

Jiang Tingyan: "Before you said these things to Qiao Manman, did you ask for my opinion?"

Tong Yan was silent for a few seconds: "I'm sorry, I took it upon myself to do it, but as a friend, I don't think there's anything wrong with it."

Tong Yan's answer reminded Jiang Tingyan of Zhu Liangqi's matter.

Looking at Tong Yan's position, isn't it the same position that Qiao Manman was in when she helped Zhu Liangqi before?

The displeasure that had just surfaced in his heart was suddenly suppressed by Jiang Tingyan.

His voice softened a bit: "I understand your intention, but you don't need to go to her about this again next time."

Jiang Tingyan did not give a direct answer as to whether he liked it or not.

But when he said those words in a slightly deep voice, Tong Yan still felt extremely uncomfortable.

She knew, and could tell, that Ayan had fallen for someone she shouldn't have.

Tong Yan gave a bitter smile and didn't say anything more.

A moment later, Qiao Manman returned and looked at Shen Que, who was clearly eavesdropping on the conversation at the next table, and asked, "Have you eaten?"

Shen Que looked up: "I'm full. Are you leaving now?"

Qiao Manman felt a little tired and yawned, "Um, I want to go back, I'm a bit sleepy."

Shen Que stood up, picked up his own clothes, and then helped Qiao Manman pick up her coat.

"Let's go back."

Shen Que, carrying two pieces of clothing, greeted Jiang Tingyan.

"Teacher Jiang, we're leaving now."

Jiang Tingyan nodded indifferently, watching the two leave the restaurant.

Tong Yan lost her appetite for more late-night snacks.

She silently placed the skewers back on the tray: "Ayan, let's go back too."

Jiang Tingyan did not refuse, and after paying the bill, he left with Tong Yan.

On the way back, Tong Yan didn't say a word.

Only after arriving at her doorstep did Tong Yan take a deep breath and ask questions as if she had made some important decision.

"Ayan, can we still be friends?"

Jiang Tingyan stopped the car and asked, "Why do you ask that question?"

Tong Yan: "I acted a bit too abruptly tonight, so I wanted to ask you if you mind continuing to be friends with me in the future."

Jiang Tingyan looked at her indifferently: "I don't mind. Speak your mind."

Tong Yan clenched her hands on her lap: "Ayan, from today onwards, I want to officially pursue you!"

Jiang Tingyan's eyes visibly froze.

Tong Yan pursed her lips and took another breath: "You can refuse, but I have the right to pursue what I want!"

"Ayan, I will show you that I am the one most suitable to stand by your side."

After saying these words, Tong Yan pushed open the car door and hurriedly ran away.

She was also afraid that Jiang Tingyan would come to his senses and reject her suggestion.

Tong Yan's heart was pounding all the way until she got home.

After calming down for a long time, she slowly walked towards the villa gate.

But every step she took was light and quick.

However, Jiang Tingyan, who was still standing at the door, did not take Tong Yan's words to heart.

Instead, he was preoccupied with what would happen between Qiao Manman and Shen Que after Shen Que took her home.

Will she also be as bold as Tong Yan in expressing her thoughts?

As Jiang Tingyan pondered the matter, Qiao Manman's words echoed in his mind once again.

Don't even think about making her take responsibility for him...

A self-deprecating smile appeared on Jiang Tingyan's lips.

What exactly was he expecting?

What are we waiting for now?

He let Qiao Manman continue to say those harsh words, making him irritable time and time again.

Jiang Tingyan released the brakes, leaving all thoughts behind, and drove home.

On the other side, Qiao Manman had just arrived at her doorstep and was about to get out of the car when Shen Que suddenly called out to her.

"Manman, wait a minute!"

Qiao Manman turned to look at him.

Shen Que said somewhat embarrassedly, "Um, can you not be angry if I tell you? I was just a little curious."

Qiao Manman was amused by his shy appearance.

"Shen Que, don't be shy, just ask whatever you want."

Shen Que: "In the barbecue restaurant, while you were in the restroom, I overheard the conversation between that woman and Teacher Jiang."

"She told Teacher Jiang, 'You're not worthy of Teacher Jiang's affection. Manman, aren't you and Teacher Jiang related by blood?'"

So that's the problem...

Qiao Manman replied, "No, his mother later married my father."

Shen Que seemed to have already guessed this: "So, what are your thoughts on Teacher Jiang?"

Qiao Manman laughed out loud: "What are you thinking? I don't understand what you're saying."

Shen Que scratched his nose sheepishly: "It's just... do you like Teacher Jiang?"

Qiao Manman shook her head: "There's no romantic relationship between men and women, that's all I can say."

As soon as she said it, Qiao Manman frowned slightly.

Why did she feel a little uncomfortable after saying those words?

However, Shen Que's expression gradually brightened.

"I understand! Thank you for answering my questions!"

Qiao Manman stared at him blankly: "What good does knowing these things do you?"

Shen Que nodded vigorously and said, "Yes! That way I can pursue you openly and honestly!"

Qiao Manman's eyes widened; she never expected Shen Que to say such a thing.

Shen Que said urgently, "Manman, you... don't reject me so quickly. I've never been in a relationship before, and I don't know how to properly pursue a girl."

"But please give me a chance to pursue you. If you really think it through and realize that we're not right for each other, then tell me, okay?"

Shen Que's eyes were bright, filled with anticipation, but also with a lot of worries.

But more than anything, there was excitement, a fervent desire to pursue what I was about to achieve.

Qiao Manman didn't know how to refuse, so she simply agreed to Shen Que's suggestion.

"Then it's settled. If I refuse outright, you can't do anything to hurt me just because you didn't get anything in return for your efforts."

"Feelings are not something that one person can decide."

Shen Que's smile suddenly softened considerably, but his ears turned red with embarrassment.

"If you like someone, you should respect their opinion. If you pester them, you won't even be able to be friends with them in the future. I understand that principle."

Shen Que has a very sound set of values, but whether it is as he says remains to be seen.

Qiao Manman placed her hand on the doorknob: "Shen Que, no matter what, starting with getting to know each other is a very important step."

"But I'm very happy to be your friend."

After saying that, Qiao Manman pushed open the car door, got out, turned around and left, leaving Shen Que staring at her back with a somewhat surprised expression.

Was Manman's last sentence a rejection, or...?

After pondering for a moment, Shen Que put the idea out of his mind.

Regardless, the fact that Manman didn't explicitly reject him means that you have a chance to pursue her!

-

On Monday morning, Qiao Manman deliberately got up early and arrived at school early.

She had told herself last night not to interfere in Zhu Liangqi's affairs anymore, but as soon as she opened her eyes, her body made the choice for her.

Not long after I arrived at school, my classmates started coming in one after another.

Everyone glanced at Qiao Manman, but no one spoke loudly about her.

With the first class about to start, Qiao Manman still hadn't seen Zhu Liangqi arrive.

The last person to ring the bell and enter was the female classmate sitting to her left.

She and another female classmate walked up to Qiao Manman and deliberately lingered next to her for two seconds.

"It seems Zhu Liangqi will be too ashamed to come to school anymore. What a pity..."

After Mao Zhuyu finished speaking, the girl next to her echoed her.

"Yes, I didn't expect that someone who seemed so close to Zhu Liangqi would actually be so indifferent to their own friends..."

"Oh dear, you can't say that. If we help her, everyone will accuse her of being a traitor. Wouldn't that be a losing proposition?"

The girl pursed her lips, rolled her eyes at Qiao Manman, and walked to her seat.

Qiao Manman kept a calm expression and ignored what they were saying.

Looking at the other classmates, she noticed their eyes were still glancing at her from time to time.

His eyes held a variety of expressions, but none of them showed any sympathy for the matter; instead, they conveyed more disdain.

Two classes in the morning passed, and Qiao Manman still hadn't seen Zhu Liangqi.

She contacted her counselor and sent a message to inquire, only to find out that Zhu Liangqi had taken three days off.

The last class was Jiang Tingyan's class, and Qiao Manman forced herself to concentrate fully.

Jiang Tingyan entered the classroom two minutes early and immediately saw Qiao Manman sitting upright, looking quite energetic.

Thinking about it, Jiang Tingyan suddenly remembered that Shen Que had taken her home last night.

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