Reborn in 2006, I met Mr. Zhou from the past.

As he recounted the story, Zhang's mother's face grew paler and paler. When she heard that Su Fengnan had been injured while saving Rui Rui, she felt as if all her strength had been drained away. Overwhelmed with fear, she collapsed onto the sofa, her lips trembling but unable to utter a word.

Mr. Zhang also fell into a long silence. Looking at his wife's still-shaken expression, he felt a mix of emotions. After a long while, he sighed and said in a deep voice, "You're too strict with Rui Rui. Children grow up and need to walk their own paths. Give her some freedom. Everything in excess is bad; pushing her too hard will only push her further away."

"But I'm doing this for her own good! The outside world is so chaotic, I'm afraid she'll go astray..." Zhang's mother finally couldn't hold back anymore, covering her face and sobbing uncontrollably, tears streaming down her face.

Mr. Zhang walked over and gently patted his wife's shoulder, his tone softening but still firm: "If Rui Rui doesn't want to talk about this, we'll pretend we don't know. I haven't had much contact with Su Fengnan, but she seemed alright today. No matter what, she genuinely saved Rui Rui, and we can't forget that kindness. Let them get to know each other more in the future. It's a blessing for Rui Rui to have such a loyal and kind friend; it's good for her."

In the corridor outside the study, Sun Zile stood quietly for a moment, listening to the low sobs and sighs coming from inside, a very faint smile curving his lips. It seemed that without him having to say much, this Su student had already won the most important vote in the Zhang family.

Happy times always pass quickly. Seeing that Zhang's mother and Zhang Xinrui had seen off their relatives and friends one after another, Su Fengnan, who had been sitting in the corner, also got up to leave.

Seeing that she was about to leave, Sun Zile quickly stepped forward and said, "Student Su, is it convenient for us to say a few words?"

Seeing his serious expression, as if he had something important to say, Su Fengnan nodded: "Let's talk about it here."

The two then sat down on a small stool in the corner.

Sun Zile got straight to the point: "I came here for two reasons. First, I wanted to see the children at the Hope Primary School. The school has been completed and put into use, and the children have all moved into their new classrooms. I wanted to see if they were doing well. Second, I hoped to find you and personally tell you this good news. Perhaps I'm just too lucky; I ran into you as soon as I arrived in Zhucheng."

He paused, then extended an invitation with sincere eyes: "I'd like to invite you to come and see the children there. I've prepared a lot of school supplies for them, and I hope you can participate. After all, it was your suggestion."

Su Fengnan was somewhat surprised. She hadn't expected her grandson, Le, to be so reliable. Not only had he built the school, but he had also kept it in mind. Faced with such a sincere invitation, she found it very difficult to refuse.

After a moment of silence, Su Fengnan asked, "When are we going?"

"It will be in three days. The supplies I sent haven't arrived yet, but they should arrive gradually in three days."

"Okay, then be prepared to contact me anytime so I can ask for leave in advance."

Sun Zile was overjoyed and took out his phone. "Can I save your contact information?"

"it is good."

The two quickly exchanged numbers.

Just then, Su Fengnan's phone rang; it was Zhou Chenyu calling.

"Hey, Brother Zhou..."

"Nan'er, is it over? I'm waiting for you at the entrance of the community."

"Okay, I'll be right out."

As Su Fengnan answered the phone, she turned around and waved to her grandson, then turned and walked towards the gate.

Just as she arrived at the gate, Zhang Xinrui saw that she was about to leave and was about to see her off when Zhang Wenhao and Sun Zile also came over excitedly, clamoring to see her off as well.

The three of them escorted Su Fengnan to the entrance of the residential complex. Su Fengnan immediately spotted Zhou Chenyu's car parked by the roadside, so she stopped, turned around, and waved goodbye to them, saying, "Okay, you guys go back now, I'm leaving."

"Fengnan, thank you for today. Remember to message me when you get home," Zhang Xinrui thoughtfully reminded her.

"Okay, you guys go back now, don't bother seeing me off."

Before she could finish speaking, Su Fengnan eagerly ran towards Zhou Chenyu's car.

The three of them stood there, watching Zhou Chenyu's car drive completely out of sight before they all looked away.

Unable to contain his curiosity, Sun Zile casually asked, "Who was that person to Su Fengnan just now?"

Zhang Xinrui turned to look at Sun Zile, remained silent for a moment, and ultimately did not answer—because she really didn't know either.

Zhang Wenhao, standing to the side, touched his nose. Although he had some guesses in his mind, he only vaguely replied, "I don't know."

Then, he turned and said goodbye to Zhang Xinrui: "Ruirui, we're leaving too. The gift has been given to your mother; remember to open it when you get back."

"Okay, bro, drive carefully on your way back."

After watching Zhang Wenhao and Sun Zile leave, Zhang Xinrui also turned around and went home.

Soon, Zhou Chenyu drove Su Fengnan to his apartment. He had already arranged for someone to tidy it up, so she could move in anytime.

When the car came to a stop, Su Fengnan was already fast asleep in the passenger seat. Zhou Chenyu couldn't bear to wake her, so he simply picked her up and carried her upstairs.

As soon as she was gently placed on the bed, Su Fengnan woke up groggily. Rubbing her eyes, she complained softly, "Brother Zhou, why didn't you wake me up...?"

After saying that, she habitually stretched and prepared to get up, but Zhou Chenyu reached out and pressed her shoulder: "It's too late, sleep here tonight."

"But I haven't washed up yet," Su Fengnan said, a little embarrassed.

"Okay, then get up and quickly wash up, then go straight to sleep."

"And what about you?" Su Fengnan felt inexplicably flustered and asked subconsciously.

Zhou Chenyu gently stroked her hair, kissed her forehead, and soothed her softly, "I'll sleep in the next room, you can sleep peacefully, okay?"

The next morning, Zhou Chenyu personally drove Su Fengnan to the dessert shop. As she was getting out of the car, he said apologetically, "Nan'er, I have something to do this afternoon and can't personally take you back to Zijiang. How about I have Zhao Chuan take you?"

Su Fengnan thought for a moment, then smiled and shook her head: "Brother Zhou, there's no need to trouble Assistant Zhao. I can go back by myself. It's convenient for him to work with you. I'm not a child anymore; I won't get lost on such a short distance."

Seeing that Zhou Chenyu still wanted to say something, Su Fengnan generously comforted her, "Before you came along, I was able to come and go as I pleased. Does having you mean I've lost my ability to take care of myself? You can't spoil me too much, otherwise I'll become too dependent on you, and how will I live without you?"

Zhou Chenyu smiled helplessly yet indulgently, and gently took her hand in his: "Okay, whatever you say. I'll be in Zhucheng for the next few days, and I'll go back as soon as I finish what I'm doing."

Su Fengnan nodded obediently and said, "Then I'll get off the bus. You can go ahead and do your work."

As soon as she finished speaking, she suddenly leaned over and quickly pecked Zhou Chenyu on the cheek, then pushed open the door and ran away.

Zhou Chenyu paused for a moment, then a smile spread across his face. He watched her briskly run into the store before starting his car and driving away, completely satisfied.