I was born and listened to my neighbor's older sister talk about her family of origin.

At the same time, Jiang Ye left Qingshui Huating.

The night breeze ruffled Jiang Ye's bangs as he drifted into thought, reflecting on everything that had just happened.

A strange sense of unease arose in my heart; I couldn't quite put my finger on what was right or wrong.

But the only thing Jiang Ye was certain of was that he always felt that Xu Zhiyu shouldn't have such a weak personality.

She is intelligent and resilient.

At least, she shouldn't be so helpless when facing that spoiled brat who clearly has no brains.

And that Song Zixuan, he always admits defeat way too quickly...

Do the children of wealthy families these days really give in to others just to rank up or gain some gaming skills?

Or is it just an isolated case?

A seed of doubt was faintly planted in Jiang Ye's heart, but not much.

The powerful filter made him firmly believe deep down that Xu Zhiyu would never lie to him.

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The next day was Friday.

The morning sunlight streamed through the window, casting dappled patterns on the desks.

Jiang Ye had just sat down when his phone in his pocket vibrated slightly.

He took it out and saw a new message displayed on the screen.

Xiaoyu: [Aye, I've arrived! My class is Grade 9 (1).]

Jiang Ye raised an eyebrow and tapped the screen lightly with his fingertip.

Okay, how about we have lunch together?

Little Fish: [Okay, sure.]

After sending the message, Jiang Ye carefully put his phone away.

As the class monitor, he can't set an example by bringing his phone along; it would be bad if he were caught.

He and Ji Xiaoxiao always arrived right on time; by the time they entered the classroom, almost everyone in the class had already arrived.

He put down his schoolbag, which had few books, and sat down next to Lin Youxun. Lin Youxun glanced at him, opened her mouth as if to ask something, but didn't say anything. In the end, she lowered her head and opened her Chinese textbook, seemingly giving up.

Jiang Ye has always liked to pay attention to Lin Youxun's every move.

He naturally saw this scene as well. Although he found it strange, he thought about it and ultimately decided not to ask.

Lin Youxun will ask if she wants to, and she also has her own reasons if she doesn't want to ask.

They are still in the early stages of building a friendship, so asking too many questions might be counterproductive.

As the morning self-study session began, the class monitor led the reading, while Jiang Ye huddled behind his books, taking a nap during the entire session.

After class, he woke up groggily and reached out to poke Ji Xiaoxiao's back.

Ji Xiaoxiao, who was huddled under the table eating spicy snacks, turned her head in confusion, her mouth smeared with chili oil: "What?"

Jiang Ye remained silent.

"Don't think I won't report you just because you have connections. If you're going to eat something, eat something else. How strong is the spicy snack? Next class is Lao Geng's class, aren't you afraid of getting arrested!"

"Okay, I know!"

Ji Xiaoxiao pouted and reluctantly sealed the spicy strip with a clip.

Jiang Ye was utterly exasperated with this foodie. He said, "I'm going out for lunch with your sister Xiaoyu. Are you coming along?"

Lin Youxun, who was standing to the side, immediately perked up her ears, while Lin Xinghe, who was in front of her, also silently leaned back in her chair.

Little Fish... Sister?

Who is that?

Ji Xiaoxiao's eyes lit up. "Will Sister Xiaoyu come at noon?"

Jiang Ye nodded: "She transferred to our school, so let's get together at noon."

"Okay, okay!"

Ji Xiaoxiao was overjoyed. "How about we invite Xiaoxue, Xinghe, and Youxun along? Let's introduce our friends to Sister Xiaoyu!"

Lin Youxun was taken aback when she heard her name called.

She clasped her hands together, hesitatingly saying, "Isn't this a bit inappropriate? You and my sister are having a get-together, and you're taking us along..."

Ji Xiaoxiao said enthusiastically, "It's okay, Sister Xiaoyu is a very nice person, and it's more lively with more people."

Lin Youxun couldn't help but recall the figure she had seen last night.

Later, she deliberately bought milk tea at the entrance of the community and waited for a while. She only breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Jiang Ye leave and go back.

Could the "Little Fish Sister" that Ji Xiaoxiao mentioned be the girl in the white dress from yesterday?

She couldn't help but look at Jiang Ye.

"Is...is that okay?"

It would be a good opportunity to introduce Xinghe to more people and expand her social circle.

Jiang Ye glanced at her: "I don't care, it's just Lin Xinghe..."

He couldn't help but turn his gaze to Lin Xinghe, who had been facing away from them.

Given this girl's public image, she probably wouldn't agree.

Upon hearing her name, Lin Xinghe's back visibly stiffened for a moment, then she said stiffly, "I don't mind, I'll go wherever you go, sister."

...A proud and aloof older sister complex.

Despite the slight surprise, Jiang Ye nodded and silently took out his phone: "Then I'll ask her."

JY: "Ji Xiaoxiao is bringing some friends over, do you mind?"

Xu Zhiyu has not responded to this question.

Jiang Ye felt inexplicably uneasy.

It wasn't until two classes later that Xu Zhiyu replied, "It's okay, I don't mind."

Jiang Ye breathed a sigh of relief.

Ji Xiaoxiao turned her head. "So? Did Sister Xiaoyu agree?"

Jiang Ye said OK.

Just then, a figure rushed in from outside the door and went straight to Jiang Ye's seat with a mysterious look on his face.

"Holy crap, Ye-ge! Do you know we got a transfer student at our school? She's an absolute stunner!"

He Xiangnan's face was full of gossipy excitement.

"I passed by the academic affairs office this morning and glanced at it. Holy crap, that face was absolutely stunning! I heard she got straight into the competition class for the third year of junior high!"

Jiang Ye didn't even lift his eyelids; he guessed who it was right away.

He casually replied, "How celestial is she?"

"Let me put it this way."

He Xiangnan gestured wildly, spitting as he spoke.

"If the school beauty pageant started now, I think she'd definitely be number one! After all, she's the older sister!"

"I've decided, I'm going to stake out the junior high section at noon, I have to take a good look!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Ye's lips twitched.

This guy was openly and secretly expressing his liking for Lin Youxun a few days ago, but now he's changed his mind and likes Xu Zhiyu.

Tsk, teenage boys are just so restless.

but......

"That's perfect! I also have lunch plans with a ninth-grade girl. Would you like to join us?"

He Xiangnan's eyes widened slightly: "When did you get to know a third-year junior high student?!"

"Never mind that, just tell me if you're going or not."

Bringing He Xiangnan along would be quite beneficial, since he had just realized that all the people at the dinner party were girls, and he was the only guy, which was a bit awkward. Bringing He Xiangnan along would be perfect.

With He Xiangnan's social skills being just as impressive as Ji Xiaoxiao's, the two of them could easily create a lively atmosphere and avoid any awkwardness.

perfect.

However, if He Xiangnan knew that the senior he was going to meet at noon was the transfer student he had been longing for, he would probably be shocked.

That's going to be quite a show at noon.

……