I raised stunning young ladies, but they all wanted to possess me.

"It's Huaheng."

Gu Yan responded faintly, without saying anything more.

Seeing Gu Yan's indifferent attitude, Hua Heng felt ashamed.

Master Gu asked him to accompany Youyao to the amusement park, probably because he wanted her to protect his girlfriend so that he could go on a date with Miss Cecilia.

It's perfectly normal for Master Gu to be disappointed, since he messed things up again.

But then Hua Heng thought about it again and felt that something was not right.

Youyao is Master Gu's girlfriend, and Master Gu is also on a date with Miss Chen...

This doesn't seem quite right, does it?

However, as soon as the thought crossed his mind, he immediately began to blame himself.

This is Master Gu's business. Miss Chen hasn't said anything, so why are you worrying about it?

Anyway, following Master Gu is definitely the best choice for Youyao.

"Master Gu, I'm so sorry!"

"It's my fault for being useless and failing to protect Miss Shen for you!"

Thinking of this, Hua Heng took a deep breath, bowed deeply to Gu Yan, his waist bent very low, and his tone was full of guilt.

Seeing how sincere Hua Heng's apology was, Gu Yan sighed inwardly and was about to tell him to stop and get up to talk.

But suddenly, he felt that something was wrong with what Hua Heng said.

What does it mean to protect Miss Shen for you?

Should I rub the ball for him?

Gu Yan was a little stunned.

"To know one's mistakes and correct them is the greatest virtue."

"Fortunately, this time it didn't cause any serious consequences. We'll be more careful in the future."

At this moment, Li Zhengguo walked over and patted Hua Heng on the shoulder.

As the head of the strongest executive department in Shanglu, Li Zhengguo has to look for and recruit promising young people every year.

He knew Hua Heng; he came from a respectable family and was quite talented, but he was too soft-hearted.

I heard that yesterday, because he failed to protect Master Gu's girlfriend, he got a good beating from Zhang Zihao. He learned his lesson.

If he could really change this cowardly habit, he might not be completely without a chance to enter the system.

After all, the Kuroshio Current is occurring frequently these days.

Gu Yan came to her senses.

He thought that Hua Heng was probably too nervous and said the wrong thing.

A person's character is formed over more than a decade from childhood to adulthood; how can it be completely changed by just a few words from oneself?

I was too impatient before, always trying to forcefully correct him before leaving.

Change requires time and opportunity, but more importantly, it requires internal motivation. External forces can only drive change, not replace it.

"Hua Heng, raise your head."

Gu Yan spoke, her tone much gentler, "I was too impatient before."

Some things can't be rushed.

"Don't underestimate yourself. Everyone has moments of fear. The important thing is to reflect on it afterward and think about how to change things."

Hua Heng straightened up and looked into Gu Yan's gentle and clear eyes. His heart warmed, and his nose even felt a little sore.

Master Gu is so kind; even though it's clearly my fault for being useless, he still comforts me.

Without Master Gu, he might never have realized his problem and would have remained a coward hiding in his shell forever.

His admiration for Gu Yan reached its peak at this moment.

"I'm really... so grateful to Master Gu!"

"Um... Master Gu, Youyao, I... I have something to give Youyao."

Hua Heng nodded vigorously. Then, he looked at Shen Youyao behind Gu Yan and hesitated for a moment.

He took two steps closer to Shen Youyao.

Shen Youyao looked up with some confusion.

Hua Heng put down his schoolbag, rummaged through it for a while, and then held a small, square silver foil bag in his hand, like the kind of small bag that holds disposable gloves or individually packaged wet wipes.

His face was a little red, but his eyes were very serious.

He's thought it through.

Since Master Gu is taking Youyao out to play, and the two are in a romantic relationship, I, as a friend, should do my part.

Master Gu is only eighteen years old and is a role model for the young people of the empire; his image is very important.

What if... what if he gets too engrossed in playing and accidentally gets pregnant? That would seriously damage Master Gu's future and reputation.

Safety measures are a must!

Why would Huaheng's schoolbag contain condoms?

This is not surprising.

The empire's educational methods were rather radical.

At the private high school he attended, physiology and hygiene were compulsory courses, and the content was quite open.

After the last class, the teacher gave each boy a small box of family planning products from different brands as samples for after-class practice and learning.

Everyone is required to understand its material, usage, and precautions, and write a simple knowledge report.

Huaheng submitted the report a long time ago, but he forgot to process the sample and just stuffed it in the lining of his backpack.

At that moment, he felt that the sample had come in handy, it was simply a stroke of luck.

Shen Youyao looked at the small silver bag that Hua Heng handed her. Although she didn't know exactly what it was, the packaging looked like a disposable item.

She hesitated for a moment, but still instinctively took it and put it into her jeans pocket.

Gu Yan stood to the side and in front of Shen Youyao, and couldn't see clearly what Hua Heng had given her.

He felt a little gratified when he saw Hua Heng giving things to Shen Youyao.

This kid has finally come to his senses and knows to give small gifts now?

Although the delivery was rather strange.

But Lee Jung-guk, who was standing next to him, had sharp eyes!

Who is Minister Li?

Having worked my way up from the front lines, what haven't I seen?

He recognized the classic design of the small silver packaging at a glance.

Li Zhengguo gasped, his eyes widening slightly.

Good heavens! This Hua family kid... gave me this?

Are Master Gu and Miss Shen preparing to go to the military training ground?

Wasn't this a bit too much?

But then he thought again that this was Master Gu's private matter, and as an outsider, he really shouldn't interfere.

He could only pretend not to see it, cough twice, look away, and continue walking forward.

The group quickly boarded the private car.

Not long after, they arrived at the Third Military Region of Shanglu.

The shouts of training were everywhere, which was quite exhilarating.

"Master Gu, Miss Shen."

"Let's go, the training ground is just ahead."

Li Zhengguo spoke first.

Gu Yan nodded and beckoned Shen Youyao to follow.

Shen Youyao followed behind Gu Yan, her small hands in her pockets, clutching the cool, silver pouch.

She had some doubts in her mind while in the car.

Why did Huaheng give her this?

It looks like a disposable glove or wet wipe package, but what's so great about giving this away?

Just then, Shen Youwei's voice, filled with mockery and aloofness, slowly rang in my mind.

"Ah, my innocent little sister."

"These are not disposable gloves."

"This is... a condom."

"A small device used by men and women to avoid pregnancy and prevent diseases during intimate acts."

"That cowardly kid is implying that you should remember to have safe sex with your brother Gu Yan tonight."

Shen Youyao: "..."

boom--!

In an instant, Shen Youyao felt all the blood rush to her head!

cheeks, ears, neck...

All the exposed skin instantly turned bright red and hot, like a shrimp thrown into boiling water!

What on earth did she do?!

She actually... she actually took it! And put it in her pocket!

God!

"Youyao, what's wrong?"

"Your face is so red, are you feeling unwell?"

Just then, Gu Yan, who was walking ahead, noticed that Shen Youyao hadn't followed. She stopped, turned around, and looked at her with a puzzled expression.

P.S.: It's almost the end of the month, thank you all for your support. I could only capture the first twelve screenshots, thank you so much. I'm about to go on holiday and get ready to go home for the Chinese New Year.