After her younger sister lost her memory, she and her older brother started trying to conceive.

When Chu Yanyan arrived at the classroom, Ren Xiaohang was sitting in his seat eating a steamed bun.

Seeing her come over, Ren Xiaohang shoved the steamed bun into her hand and said indistinctly, "The pork and cabbage one is still warm, I saved it for you."

Chu Yanyan waved her hand, "I've already eaten, I'm on a diet."

"Tch, you used to eat another bun after you'd already eaten one, and now you're actually on a diet?"

Chu Yanyan recalled the candid conversation she had shared last night.

She was naked, nestled in Bai Zhiyuan's arms, his hands slowly tracing her smooth back.

The feeling of skin against skin is absolutely amazing.

If she had a large lump of fat on her stomach, she definitely wouldn't have the courage to let him touch it.

She pinched the thin layer of soft flesh on her side. "I really need to lose weight. Look at my little belly."

Ren Xiaohang took a bite of the steamed bun dismissively. "Girls all have a little belly, okay? That's a protective layer for the uterus, for keeping warm. Didn't you listen in biology class?"

Chu Yanyan smiled teasingly, "Who said they were going to lose weight? Have you forgotten?"

Ren Xiaohang's face flushed slightly, and his tone suddenly became more serious, "I have thought about it... but if I have to make him like me in this way, it feels a little strange."

I'm of normal weight, but it seems like I'm not worthy of being liked as a person; I have to squeeze myself into an extremely thin shell for anyone to want me.

"Unless he truly loves me and loves me as a person, there's no point in losing weight."

Chu Yanyan pondered for a moment, then nodded solemnly, "That makes sense. I think you're like a philosopher of love right now."

When you like someone, you like them just the way they are.

Bai Zhiyuan must think the same way; he wouldn't force her to become anyone.

She wanted to continue discussing this profound philosophy of life with Ren Xiaohang.

A classmate tapped on her desk and pointed to the classroom door, "Chu Yanyan, someone is looking for you."

She looked up.

Jin Xianglan was standing at the classroom door, carrying two bulging bags in her hands.

His other hand was waving at her, urgent yet gentle, "Yanyan, come out for a moment!"

Chu Yanyan immediately stood up, ran out of the classroom, and a big smile appeared on her face.

"Godmother! What brings you here?"

She was genuinely surprised.

Jin Xianglan reached out and put her arm around her shoulder, looking down at her with eyes full of affection.

"Your godmother has come to see you. She's missed you. You're such a silly child; you didn't even send your godmother a message."

Chu Yanyan felt a little guilty after hearing what she said. "I was going to visit you this weekend."

Jin Xianglan's eyes lit up for a moment, then she smiled.

It seems that Yan Yan still cares about her.

She held up the two bags in her hands. "Your godfather and I are going to the US right away to take care of some work. We're leaving in a hurry."

Bai Xu caught a cold again and had a high fever of 38.5 degrees Celsius. This package contains the medicine prescribed for him, including fever reducers, anti-inflammatory drugs, and cough suppressants.

The other bag contains some treats I bought for you, including nuts, dried strawberries, and your favorite brand of chocolate. You can eat it if you get hungry tonight.

Chu Yanyan took the bag and thought for a moment.

It seems that Bai Xu was indeed not seen today.

The seats for morning self-study are empty.

I thought she didn't want to see me because of what happened yesterday, but it turns out she's sick.

Jin Xianglan sighed, her voice carrying a hint of helplessness and pleading as she spoke.

"The two brothers have never been very close. The older brother always keeps people at arm's length and has kept everything to himself since he was a child. Bai Xu is also stubborn. When he gets sick, he refuses to go to the hospital no matter what. Last time he had a cold and his fever reached 39 degrees Celsius, he stayed at home and slept all day without taking any medicine."

"Your godfather and I won't be home this week, so we'll have to trouble you to look after your brother. Yan Yan, could you please make sure he takes his medicine for his godmother?"

Chu Yanyan remained silent for a moment.

She looked up and met Jin Xianglan's earnest gaze.

There was anticipation, anxiety, and a touch of vulnerability, a fear of rejection.

Perfect timing, let's take this opportunity to explain things clearly to Bai Xu.

She only ever felt brotherly affection for him.

She readily agreed, "Okay, godmother, don't worry, I'll make sure Xu-ge takes his medicine after school."

Jin Xianglan smiled gently and reached out to pinch Chu Yanyan's cheek lightly.

"He hates taking medicine the most. When he was little, he would always fight with your godfather to take his medicine. He listens to you, and he will listen to whatever you say."

Chu Yanyan nodded and hugged the medicine bag to her chest.

Jin Xianglan glanced at her watch, frowned, and said, "I have to catch my flight, I'll bring you new clothes and a new bag when I get back!"

"Godmother, have a safe journey."

She hurriedly got into the van parked downstairs, leaned out of the window, and waved goodbye to Chu Yanyan.

The school bell rang.

Chu Yanyan picked up her phone, typed a few words in the chat box, and then deleted them.

The last message sent was: "I'm going shopping, I'll be back later, no need to pick me up."

After sending it, she took a deep breath.

Let's not talk about this to Bai Zhiyuan, who's so jealous.

If he finds out that she goes to Bai Xu's house after school, she'll be pampered again.

After half an hour.

At the entrance of the Bai family villa.

She raised her hand to press the fingerprint lock, and with a beep, the door opened.

The living room was quiet.

She asked softly, "Brother Xu, are you there?"

No one answered.

Maybe he's sleeping; after all, people with colds tend to be sleepy.

She changed into slippers and tiptoed upstairs.

Passing by the bathroom.

The door suddenly slammed open.

Bai Xu finished showering, his hair still wet.

He wasn't wearing anything on his upper body, and his shoulders were broad.

She wore only a white bath towel around her waist, tied very low.

His strong V-line was visible on both sides, and his arms were muscular and well-defined.

He was much more robust than she had imagined.

He usually looks like a slender young man, but I never expected him to be like this under his clothes.

He and Bai Zhiyuan are brothers, and they have very similar features, both being exceptionally handsome.

High brow bones, a straight nose bridge, and a sharp jawline.

He's like a younger version of Bai Zhiyuan, less cold and hard, and more youthful.

Chu Yanyan quickly turned her back, flustered. "You were taking a shower! Why didn't you answer?"

Bai Xu casually rubbed his hair a couple of times.

The low-grade fever from the cold hadn't completely subsided, and the corners of her eyes were still slightly red.

"I didn't hear it."

She didn't dare turn around, her gaze fixed on the corridor wall.

"Hurry up and get dressed."

Bai Xu had no such intention and took a few steps forward.

The scent of his shower gel was rapidly approaching her back.

He raised both hands and braced them against the walls on either side of her body, enclosing her in a very small space.

He leaned down, his lips just centimeters from her ear.

His eyes were burning and bright. "Yanyan, look at me. In what way am I inferior to my older brother?"

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I couldn't resist saying it.

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