Ch. 110..120

111 Gaining Fans

“Alright, I’ll definitely visit Uncle and Auntie during the new year.” Yuan Xiao knew that Li Chang’s parents were very good people. Otherwise, Li Chang’s personality would not be so optimistic and cheerful.

“Alright, don’t worry and go out to play. We’ll meet again when we come back.” Li Chang suddenly thought of what she had talked about with Zhao Yu a few days ago and said to Yuan Xiao, “Xiao Xiao, do you know that Chen Chen is about to debut?”

Yuan Xiao nodded. She knew that Wang Chen had been chosen by an entertainment company to release an album after the new year.

“After the last campus gala, many entertainment companies contacted Chen Chen. He’s such a good singer. He’ll definitely develop well.” Yuan Xiao knew that because of her actions, she had changed many of the plots in the original book, including bringing forward Wang Chen’s debut.

“I heard from Zhao Yu that Chen Chen is extremely popular now. The performance at the gala last time was captured by many students and posted online. Now, not to mention Chen Chen, even you and Fang Yao have many fans.”

Looking at Li Chang’s exaggerated expression, Yuan Xiao asked in confusion, “Me and Fang Yao? When did this happen? Why didn’t I know about it at all?”

“A top student like you won’t waste your time on gossip.” Li Chang smiled and changed the phone interface to a group chat. “Look, this is your and Fang Yao’s fan group.”

Yuan Xiao looked at Li Chang’s phone screen and widened her eyes in disbelief. “Fang and Yuan couple, how sweet…”

This somewhat old-fashioned group name stimulated Yuan Xiao’s goosebumps.

“This is your hypothetical couple name. Don’t underestimate it. There are nearly a thousand people in the group.” Li Chang gently waved her cell phone and explained to Yuan Xiao proudly, “You don’t know how famous you and Fang Yao are in our school now. The entire forum is talking about your posts. But don’t worry, there are no rumors and criticisms. Everyone is envious and giving their blessings.”

Yuan Xiao’s right eyelid twitched violently a few times. She felt that this was not a good thing.

“Just because Fang Yao and I went on stage together, we caused so much trouble?” Yuan Xiao knew that the response of their program was very good. Otherwise, they would not have gotten first place.

“That’s not a problem!” As a core member of the fan club, Li Chang was a little dissatisfied with Yuan Xiao’s choice of words. “It’s a good thing that people like you. Besides, you and Fang Yao are so outstanding in terms of looks. It’s inevitable that everyone will notice you. Don’t worry. When school starts, don’t be too surprised if you meet a fan of you both.”

Hearing Li Chang’s words, Yuan Xiao was already a little worried. Originally, she hid the fact that she was with Fang Yao to keep a low profile in school, but now, it was obviously impossible.

“In any case, there’s still one semester before Fang Yao’s college entrance examination. Everyone’s attention and enthusiasm should slowly decrease.” Yuan Xiao saw that Li Chang was suddenly a little disappointed and asked the reason with concern, “What’s wrong? It’s Fang Yao and the others’ college entrance examination. Are you still nervous?”

Li Chang sighed softly. “I’m not nervous. I just feel that the day of separation is getting closer and closer. Although our study group was quite tired previously, everyone was very happy to be together. It was only after spending many days together that I realized that Fang Yao and Zhao Yu are not as scary as the rumors say. Everyone’s misunderstanding of them is actually very deep.”

Yuan Xiao nodded in agreement. Because Fang Yao always fought in groups, everyone thought that he must be difficult to get along with and his temper must be very bad. However, the real Fang Yao was like a proud and willful big boy. It was just that he had a little temper and was actually very cute.

“We won’t be apart for too long. Fang Yao and Zhao Yu both want to get into University A. Our goals are the same. Sooner or later, we’ll get together again.”

Li Chang looked at Yuan Xiao hesitantly and could not help but say, “Xiao Xiao, you can directly enroll in University A. My grades are alright now. As long as I don’t choose the most popular majors, it shouldn’t be a problem for me to get into University A, but…”

Looking at the dejected Li Chang, Yuan Xiao smiled and asked, “Do you think Fang Yao and Zhao Yu have no chance of getting into University A?”

“It’s not completely impossible. It’s just that the hope is too small.” Li Chang felt that she was not a pessimistic person, but when combined with the actual situation, University A was, after all, the top university in the country. Fang Yao and Zhao Yu’s results were still a little unreliable.

112 Treating Her As A Child

“Don’t worry. Zhao Yu wants to get into University A with the special sports enrollment. Fang Yao is improving very quickly. I think there’s still hope for both of them.” In order to complete the system’s mission, Yuan Xiao had done a detailed analysis of the few members of the study group. She would definitely do her best to let everyone get into University A so that she could obtain the system’s reward.

“That’s good. With you around, I feel at ease.” Li Chang felt that with Yuan Xiao’s ability, it was more than enough to tutor them.

“Let’s go. Buy a few more sets of clothes with me.” Yuan Xiao knew that Fang Yao’s grandfather lived in the south, so she planned to bring some thinner clothes.

After being comforted by Yuan Xiao, Li Chang felt much more relaxed. The two of them shopped in the mall for a long time and only returned home when it was dark.

!!

In the blink of an eye, it was time to meet Fang Ming. Yuan Xiao carried her suitcase downstairs and saw Fang Ming who had already parked his car by the roadside.

“Brother Fang Ming!” Yuan Xiao looked at Fang Ming who had taken her luggage and greeted him happily.

“Xiao Xiao, you look beautiful today. Did you bring your identification? We’ll be leaving soon.” Fang Ming looked at Yuan Xiao, who was a little different from usual, and praised her from the bottom of his heart.

“Thank you. I’ve already checked many times and everything is ready.” Yuan Xiao looked at the car on the other side of the road and felt that there seemed to be someone inside.

“Ah Yao is in my parents’ car, and Zhu Zhu is in mine.” Fang Ming realized that Yuan Xiao was probably looking for Fang Yao, so he explained helplessly, “The two children quarreled as soon as they met. My parents had no choice but to forcefully take Ah Yao to the airport first.”

Yuan Xiao nodded with a smile. She now knew who Meng Zhu really liked and understood why she was hostile towards Fang Yao.

“Brother Fang Ming, do you think Fang Yao and Meng Zhu are a little similar?” Yuan Xiao probed. She wanted to see Fang Ming’s attitude towards Meng Zhu. After all, there was a huge age gap between the two of them.

“Yes, they are a little similar… both of them make me worry. Zhu Zhu has been mischievous since she was young, and so has Fang Yao. However, although these two children love to cause trouble, they are very kind in nature. Being mischievous is actually not a shortcoming.” Fang Ming said naturally to Yuan Xiao.

Yuan Xiao did not ask any more questions and silently followed Fang Ming to the side of the road.

“Xiao Xiao!” Seeing Yuan Xiao approaching, Meng Zhu hurriedly stuck her head out of the car window and waved at her happily.

Looking at the innocent and cute Meng Zhu, Yuan Xiao’s heart ached for her. Fang Ming’s words just now meant that he completely treated Meng Zhu as his biological sister. It seemed that if this little girl wanted to woo Fang Ming, she would have to suffer a lot in the future.

“Zhu Zhu, it’s great that you can go with me. I was worried that no one would play with me.” Yuan Xiao looked at the excited Meng Zhu and was very happy.

“I heard from Brother Fang Ming that you would come, so I wanted to go with you. Usually, they despise me for being a child and don’t want to play with me.” Meng Zhu pouted angrily and complained to Yuan Xiao, “Every time I go out to play, I’m always arranged to be with Fang Yao. It’s really boring!”

“Xiao Xiao, don’t listen to Zhuzhu’s nonsense. The last time we went to the villa to play was when she was seven years old,” Fang Ming said to Yuan Xiao in the backseat as he drove. “She insisted on surfing. How could we agree to her?”

“Brother Fang Ming, stop calling me a child. I’m almost 18 years old!” Meng Zhu retorted unhappily.

“Alright, since you’re almost 18 years old, can you take care of Ah Yao? Don’t lower yourself to his level. In the future, the two of you shouldn’t quarrel as soon as you meet, right?” Fang Ming still had a smile on his face, but his opinion of Meng Zhu would not change.

Yuan Xiao knew that in Fang Ming’s heart, Meng Zhu and Fang Yao were both close siblings, so Yuan Xiao could understand the grievance in Meng Zhu’s heart.

Along the way, the atmosphere between the three of them was quite harmonious. However, Yuan Xiao realized that Meng Zhu was very obedient and listened to Fang Ming’s words. Yuan Xiao did not quite agree with Meng Zhu’s actions.

Since she wanted to be his girlfriend, she should not treat him as an elder or a relative. Yuan Xiao felt that it was necessary to have a chat with Meng Zhu in the future. If she really wanted to confess to Fang Ming, Meng Zhu’s current behavior was completely wrong.

When they arrived at the airport, Yuan Xiao quickly saw Fang Yao, who had been waiting at the door.

“Xiao Xiao!” When Fang Yao saw Yuan Xiao, the anxiety and dissatisfaction on his face gradually dissipated. “We’ve arrived long ago. Why are you guys so slow?”

113 Type I Like

Yuan Xiao pulled Fang Yao’s sleeve comfortingly. “Isn’t there still time? Let’s go in together.”

Looking at the close relationship between Fang Yao and Yuan Xiao, Fang Ming was very happy, but Meng Zhu was very envious.

“Let’s go. Everyone, let’s go in together.” Yuan Xiao carefully sensed Meng Zhu’s emotions and held her arm as they walked in first.

Fang Yao watched as Yuan Xiao and Meng Zhu left together. He complained to Fang Ming in a low voice, “Brother, I told you not to bring this girl along. What should I do if she keeps pestering Xiao Xiao like this?”

!!

Fang Ming shook his head with a smile and said to Fang Yao, “I didn’t expect my fearless brother to be so clingy when he’s in love. Alright, don’t be angry with Zhu Zhu. Let her have her way. It wasn’t easy for her to get on good terms with Xiao Xiao.”

Although Fang Yao was dissatisfied, he still nodded lightly. He would not make things difficult for a little girl like Meng Zhu, but seeing Yuan Xiao being pestered, Fang Yao still felt uncomfortable.

It was not until they boarded the plane that Meng Zhu separated from Yuan Xiao. Fang Ming had bought the plane ticket, so Fang Yao’s seat was naturally next to Yuan Xiao’s.

“Xiao Xiao, do you want to sleep for a while or eat something first?” Fang Yao thoughtfully covered Yuan Xiao with a small blanket and turned to look at her.

“Then I’ll sleep for a while.” Yuan Xiao looked at Fang Yao beside him and felt very at ease. Looking at the scene outside the window, Yuan Xiao felt that everything around her was unreal.

If not for the existence of the Academic Genius System, would she already be dead? Or would she still be repeating the plot in the book and be a cannon fodder supporting character that only served to complement the protagonist and end up dying tragically?

Yuan Xiao was very grateful to Little 7 and especially cherished the chance to live again.

Yuan Xiao’s eyelids slowly became heavy. Sitting beside her was a familiar young man. Yuan Xiao slept exceptionally soundly.

[Don’t stand on ceremony, Host. I hope you can have your wish in this life…]

The system’s electronic voice was very soft, like a lullaby beside his ear. While Yuan Xiao was sleeping soundly, the system also quieted down.

Not far away, Meng Zhu and Fang Ming sat together. In front of them sat Fang Yuan and Wei Lan.

“Brother Fang Ming, why didn’t you buy Xiao Xiao’s ticket to be next to ours?” Although Meng Zhu liked Fang Ming, she still felt a little uncomfortable sitting alone with him, hoping to be closer to Yuan Xiao.

“Zhu Zhu, Fang Yao really likes Xiao Xiao.” Fang Ming rubbed Meng Zhu’s head gently and said gently, “So I hope you can give them some time alone in the future, okay?”

“Alright, I understand, Brother Fang Ming.” Meng Zhu smiled and agreed, but she was still a little disappointed. Although she still wished Yuan Xiao and Fang Yao well in her heart, it was inevitable that she would be envious when she saw others in pairs.

“Brother Fang Ming, do you have a girlfriend now?” Meng Zhu’s voice was very soft. Only Fang Ming, who was beside her, could hear her.

“Don’t you know whether I have a girlfriend or not?” Fang Ming smiled and said to Meng Zhu beside him, “Didn’t I promise you that you would be the first to know if I have a girlfriend in the future?”

Meng Zhu did not know if she should be happy or sad. She had liked Fang Ming since she was very young, so she kept pestering him not to get a girlfriend. She even said that if he got a girlfriend, he had to tell her first.

However, Meng Zhu was a little worried now. If Fang Ming really brought his girlfriend to see her one day, she was afraid that she would not be able to control her emotions.

“Brother Fang Ming, do you have a girl you like?” Meng Zhu’s tone was calm, but she was extremely nervous.

“Maybe Brother is too busy with work and can’t think about my own matters.” Fang Ming was telling the truth. He did not have many days off throughout the year. Even during the New Year, he took turns resting with his colleagues.

“Then what type of girl does Brother like?” Meng Zhu asked the question she wanted to know the most.

“She should be the kind of girl who can truly understand me and be more mature and steady. She should be the kind of girl who can support my career and work.” Fang Ming looked at Meng Zhu, who had her head lowered, and could not help but tease her. “Why? You’re so young, but you’re already worried about Brother’s marriage?”

“No, I still hope that you won’t find a girlfriend. That way, you can spend more time with me.” The smile on Meng Zhu’s face was very innocent, but the disappointment in her heart grew.

The ideal type that Fang Ming mentioned had nothing to do with Meng Zhu. Meng Zhu knew that there was not much hope for her, but she still wanted to hold a trace of hope.

114 Dream and Reality

If Fang Ming liked the young and cute type, Meng Zhu might still have a chance. However, Fang Ming’s words had completely shattered Meng Zhu’s fantasy.

Along the way, there was no conversation. Meng Zhu closed her eyes and pretended to be asleep. Fang Ming picked up the documents beside him and read the academic report.

Fang Yao sat beside Yuan Xiao and looked at the sleeping girl. He resisted the urge to pull her into his arms.

Yuan Xiao’s sleeping face was very beautiful. Fang Yao did not know if it was because he liked her, but he felt that Yuan Xiao was getting more and more beautiful. It made him want to hide her by his side forever.

Fang Yao looked at Yuan Xiao’s sudden frown and hurriedly stretched out his hand to gently ease the space between her eyebrows. Seeing that Yuan Xiao seemed to be whispering softly with a pained expression, Fang Yao hurriedly patted Yuan Xiao’s shoulder.

“Xiao Xiao, wake up. Did you have a nightmare?” Fang Yao whispered into Yuan Xiao’s ear. Seeing her slowly open her eyes, Fang Yao felt a little more at ease.

“I’m fine, Fang Yao.” Yuan Xiao’s consciousness was completely clear, and beads of sweat could be seen on her forehead.

“What did you dream about?” Fang Yao gently wiped the sweat off Yuan Xiao’s forehead and asked with concern.

“It’s nothing. I don’t really remember.” Yuan Xiao saw Fang Yao’s worried expression and did not tell him the truth.

For some reason, Yuan Xiao dreamed that she was lying on the hospital bed. There were many people surrounding her and crying, as if she was about to die.

Moreover, Yuan Xiao could clearly sense in her dream that the person holding her hand by the bed was Fang Yao. However, he looked much more mature than he was now. Perhaps it was because she was sick, but Fang Yao looked a little haggard in her dream.

Yuan Xiao remembered that the last time she went to the amusement park with Fang Yao, she had the same feeling when she was dizzy. The memory in her mind was strange and clear, as if it had really happened before.

At that time, the man who called her name over and over again was probably Fang Yao. Although Yuan Xiao did not speak in the dream, the sorrow and pain in her heart could not be concealed.

“We’re almost there. Have some water. We’ll get out of here in a while.” Fang Yao felt that Yuan Xiao still looked a little pale and thought that she was uncomfortable on the plane.

“Alright.” Yuan Xiao obediently took a sip of water. She felt that the young man in front of her seemed to have matured a lot, and she thought of that man in her dream. Yuan Xiao wanted to find time to ask the system if her dream had anything to do with the real world.

After getting off the plane, Fang Yao’s grandfather’s driver was already waiting outside the airport. Yuan Xiao got into the car with Fang Yao and realized that she had underestimated the Fang family’s strength.

“Ah Yao, are we going straight to Grandpa’s house now?” Yuan Xiao sat in the luxurious car uneasily. She was a little dependent on Fang Yao, who was the only person she was familiar with.

“Yes, but we won’t see Grandpa today. It’s too late. Let’s rest for the night and go over tomorrow morning.” Fang Yao was a little surprised by Yuan Xiao’s affectionate way of addressing him. Looking at the girl beside him, Fang Yao’s face was filled with unconcealable happiness.

Yuan Xiao followed the Fang couple into the manor’s courtyard without saying a word. Compared to Fang Yao’s grandfather’s manor, Fang Yao’s villa could only be considered ordinary.

At the front was the butler, Uncle Zhou. He looked to be in his forties, gentlemanly and shrewd.

Under Uncle Zhou’s arrangement, the group of people moved into the rooms that had been cleaned up.

Because the Fang couple had often come back in the past, their rooms had always been taken care of. The remaining four juniors had four guest rooms. After everything was arranged, Uncle Zhou left the courtyard and let everyone rest.

Yuan Xiao was packing her luggage in the room that Uncle Zhou had arranged for her. After all, she would be staying for about a week, so Yuan Xiao still wanted to sort out her belongings.

Just as she placed the clothes in the suitcase into the empty wardrobe, there was a light knock on the door. Yuan Xiao thought it was Meng Zhu. She had just said that she would come to her room to play later. Yuan Xiao did not think too much about it and directly opened the door.

“Ah Yao?” Yuan Xiao was surprised to see Fang Yao standing at the door, but she still let him in.

“Xiao Xiao, how’s your room? Is there anything missing? I can get Uncle Zhou to prepare it.” Fang Yao glanced at the room that Yuan Xiao had tidied up and felt that the girlfriend he had chosen was only beautiful and cute, but also outstanding in her studies and capable.

115 You Can Only Marry Me

“I don’t lack anything. Don’t worry.” Yuan Xiao revealed a sweet smile, causing Fang Yao to be a little stunned.

Looking at his girlfriend in front of him, Fang Yao felt more and more satisfied. He stretched out his arm and hugged Yuan Xiao.

“What are you doing? This is your grandfather’s house, and your brother, uncle, and auntie are next door.” Yuan Xiao gently pushed Fang Yao. She realized that the young man was hugging her very tightly and did not resist too much. Fang Yao’s embrace was very warm and made her feel very safe.

“This is my home. I can do whatever I want!” Fang Yao smiled and kissed Yuan Xiao hard on the cheek. “Xiao Xiao, you can’t run away. You can only be my girlfriend for the rest of your life!”

!!

“Do you want me to be your girlfriend for the rest of your life?” Yuan Xiao deliberately asked Fang Yao, who was already blushing, with a warm smile in her eyes.

“No, we haven’t graduated yet. You have to marry me in the future! You can only marry me!” Fang Yao explained anxiously. If it weren’t for the fact that it was illegal now, he would have married Yuan Xiao long ago, lest Yuan Xiao was kidnapped by someone else.

Yuan Xiao looked at the blushing Fang Yao and burst out laughing. “That depends on your performance in the future. If you can always treat me well, I might agree to it.”

“I’ll definitely treat you well, Xiao Xiao. Don’t worry, I, Fang Yao, haven’t made any promises to anyone, but as long as it’s something I’ve decided on, I’ll definitely do it!” Fang Yao wanted to say something to Yuan Xiao, but the girl’s face in front of him was getting closer and closer, making him hold his breath.

Fang Yao felt the familiar softness on his lips and tightened his grip on Yuan Xiao. He did not expect Yuan Xiao to take the initiative every time they kissed. Although Fang Yao was a little annoyed at himself, the happiness on his face and the red tips of his ears still betrayed his true thoughts.

Knock, knock, knock!

A hurried knock on the door broke the ambiguous atmosphere between the two of them. Fang Yao was very dissatisfied with being interrupted. He gently bit Yuan Xiao’s lower lip and hooked his slender hands around Yuan Xiao’s waist, not wanting her to leave.

“Stop fooling around, Ah Yao.” Yuan Xiao broke free from Fang Yao’s restraint. Her face was also a little hot. Perhaps it was because of Fang Yao’s talent, but he still seemed so young and inexperienced when they kissed previously. He had actually improved so much in the past few days that even Yuan Xiao could not withstand it.

Yuan Xiao knew that the person who knocked on the door should be Meng Zhu. She composed herself and went to open the door for her.

“Xiao Xiao!” When Meng Zhu saw Yuan Xiao open the door, she walked in happily. Noticing that Yuan Xiao’s cheeks were slightly red, she asked casually, “Is the air conditioner not cold enough? Xiao Xiao, your face is so red.”

Yuan Xiao smiled awkwardly, poured herself a glass of ice water, and drank it in one gulp.

“Fang Yao? Why are you here?” Meng Zhu walked in and saw Fang Yao standing by the bed. “You guys, don’t tell me…”

Meng Zhu looked at the atmosphere between the two of them and felt that her appearance was a little inappropriate. She smiled and said to Yuan Xiao, “Why don’t I go back and rest? It’s getting late anyway. You guys should sleep early.”

Yuan Xiao was afraid that Meng Zhu would misunderstand, so she quickly reached out to hold her back and said, “I won’t sleep so early. Sit here for a bit. Let’s chat for a while.”

Yuan Xiao knew that Meng Zhu probably had something to say to her and did not let her go back alone.

“Am I in the way? Xiao Xiao, let’s talk tomorrow.”

Before Meng Zhu could finish her sentence, she heard Fang Yao say from behind her, “You still know that you’re in the way. You’re always pestering Xiao Xiao. If you have the ability, go find yourself a boyfriend!”

“Xiao Xiao hasn’t said anything yet! What are you shouting for?!” Meng Zhu was already in a bad mood. Hearing Fang Yao’s attitude, her previous apology was gone.

“Alright, Ah Yao, you can go back first. I’ll stay with Zhu Zhu for a while.” Yuan Xiao calmed Fang Yao down and sent him out of the room.

“Xiao Xiao, I’m actually fine. You don’t have to worry.” Meng Zhu felt sorry when she saw Fang Yao being chased away by Yuan Xiao.

“He was going to leave anyway. Don’t worry about it.” Yuan Xiao handed Meng Zhu a glass of water and sat beside her. He asked, “Did something happen between you and Brother Fang Ming? You look unhappy.”

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s words, Meng Zhu’s eyes widened in surprise. “Xiao Xiao, how did you know? Did I make it very obvious?”

116 Ideal Type

Seeing Yuan Xiao shake her head lightly, Meng Zhu’s heart finally calmed down a little.

“You’ve been with Brother Fang Ming all day. You look like you have a lot on your mind. Did he say something unintentionally that made you feel bad?” Yuan Xiao knew that Fang Ming treated Meng Zhu as his younger sister, so his words might hurt Meng Zhu.

“It’s not that I feel bad. Actually, I know that Brother Fang Ming won’t like a girl like me.” Meng Zhu’s voice was very soft, and her tone was a little aggrieved. She was completely different from her usual cheerful self.

“Why would you think that?” Yuan Xiao looked at the dejected Meng Zhu in confusion.

“Brother Fang Ming said that the girl he likes would be the mature and steady type.” Meng Zhu pouted. She felt that she was too far away from these two words.

“Did he tell you himself?” Yuan Xiao did not think that Fang Ming had a girl he liked now, so the type Fang Ming suggested was probably just a casual remark.

“I guess so. I asked him what type of girl he liked. He said so himself.” Meng Zhu’s eyes were a little innocent.

Yuan Xiao looked at her pitiful appearance and felt that she looked like a puppy that had been thrown into a cardboard box.

“Zhu Zhu, guess what type of boy I like?” Yuan Xiao looked at Meng Zhu with a smile on her face.

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s question, Fang Yao’s face appeared in Meng Zhu’s mind. “Your ideal type should be a good-looking face, a straightforward personality, childish and not very bright?”

The more Meng Zhu spoke, the more she felt that there was something wrong with her words. She thought about it and could not help but ask, “What exactly do you like about Fang Yao? Other than his good looks, does this kid have any other hidden merits?”

Yuan Xiao was not surprised by Meng Zhu’s answer. Based on their usual relationship, she originally thought that Meng Zhu would not even think that Fang Yao was good-looking, but now it seemed that Fang Yao’s looks were still publicly acknowledged.

“The type of boy I like should be gentle, considerate, and steady.” After Yuan Xiao finished speaking, she saw Meng Zhu frown in confusion.

“Is the Fang Yao we know the same person? The gentle and considerate one is more like Brother Fang Ming!” Meng Zhu felt that Fang Yao was a little further away from these adjectives.

“I didn’t say Fang Yao was my ideal type,”

Before Yuan Xiao could finish, Meng Zhu interrupted her. “Don’t you like Fang Yao?”

Although Meng Zhu and Fang Yao were not on good terms, she still hoped that Fang Yao and Yuan Xiao could be together.

“I do, and I like him very much.” Yuan Xiao smiled and explained to Meng Zhu, “What I mean is that an ideal type might not necessarily be the person that you really like eventually. Even if you have a lot of thoughts before you fall in love and have a lot of longing for your other half, when you really meet the right person, you will abandon everything and accept him.”

Meng Zhu tried her best to understand Yuan Xiao’s words. “Do you mean that I still have a chance to be with Brother Fang Ming?”

“Of course there’s a chance. You’re both single, so why can’t you be together?” Yuan Xiao felt that although the age difference between Fang Ming and Meng Zhu was a little big, it did not mean that they were really not compatible.

“I don’t dare to confess. If Brother Fang Ming rejects me, how can I meet him in the future?” Meng Zhu felt that she would rather stay by Fang Ming’s side silently than not see him again after he rejected her. Meng Zhu liked Fang Ming and even treated him as the most important person in her heart.

“Confession also requires good timing. Create more opportunities to interact with each other. Take it slow. I believe that you will get what you want.” Yuan Xiao liked Meng Zhu’s personality very much and hoped that she could obtain happiness.

“Thank you, Xiao Xiao.” It was Meng Zhu’s first time discussing her worries with a peer. Yuan Xiao’s words made Meng Zhu feel much better. “From now on, your business is my business. Xiao Xiao, we’ll be biological sisters. Don’t stand on ceremony with me!”

Meng Zhu’s personality was very direct, and she genuinely liked Yuan Xiao.

“I really do have something to ask you, actually.” Yuan Xiao’s mind was filled with the system’s missions. Meng Zhu was close to the Fang family, so she should know more about the Fang family’s situation.

“Tell me. If I know, I’ll tell you everything.”

Yuan Xiao paused for a moment and asked Meng Zhu, “Do you know how close Fang Yao is to his grandfather?”

“Grandpa Fang?” Meng Zhu scratched her head and explained to Yuan Xiao, “Both of them have short tempers. Fang Yao is not as sensible as Brother Fang Ming. Grandpa Fang is just worried about him.”

Seeing that Yuan Xiao’s expression was a little serious, Meng Zhu explained, “But you don’t have to worry. After all, they’re biological grandfather and grandson. They won’t be too distant.”

117 Child Engagement

“I’m not worried about their relationship. This is the first time I’m meeting Fang Yao’s grandfather. I’m a little nervous.”

Yuan Xiao was actually not really nervous. It was just that the system’s points mission was related to the Fang family’s old manor. Yuan Xiao felt that Grandpa Fang should be the key figure in the mission.

“Actually, you don’t have to worry. Grandpa Fang’s attitude towards boys and girls is completely different.” Meng Zhu comforted Yuan Xiao. “Grandpa Fang is a kind old man to me. He’s just stricter with Fang Yao and Fang Ming. You don’t have to be nervous.”

“Then do you know what Grandpa Fang likes or hates?”

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Hearing Yuan Xiao’s question, Meng Zhu thought about it carefully. “Grandpa Fang likes to play chess, fish, and fiddle with some flowers and plants. I’m not too sure about the rest…”

Meng Zhu did not know why Yuan Xiao wanted to know Grandpa Fang’s preferences, but she hoped that she could help Yuan Xiao, so she told Yuan Xiao everything she knew. “Grandpa Fang doesn’t like girls who are too delicate, but I don’t think you have a very pretentious personality. Grandpa won’t dislike you.”

Listening to Meng Zhu’s description, Yuan Xiao felt that Old Master Fang sounded quite easy to get along with. She was a little puzzled as to why Fang Yao was so resistant to going home. “Zhu Zhu, do you know why Fang Yao doesn’t want to come back to see his grandpa?”

Meng Zhu looked at Yuan Xiao and hesitated if she should tell her the truth. After thinking for a moment, she decided to tell her the truth.

“Actually, it’s not Fang Yao’s fault. Grandpa Fang wanted Fang Yao to join the army in the past. Auntie Wei Lan and Uncle Fang could not bear for their younger son to suffer, and Fang Yao did not have that intention, so this matter was left unsettled.”

Meng Zhu sighed softly. “At that time, although Grandpa Fang was unhappy, he did not force Fang Yao. However, during Grandpa Fang’s birthday, we all gathered together. There were also many old comrades of Grandpa Fang when he was young.”

Meng Zhu was young at the time. Although she did not have a good relationship with Fang Yao, she sympathized with his plight.

“Grandpa Fang has an old comrade with the surname Yue. They went through life and death together back then and have a good relationship. It’s also because of this that Grandpa Fang and Grandpa Yue arranged an engagement for the two grandchildren.”

“Engagement for children?” Yuan Xiao was a little surprised to hear this word. He thought that such a ridiculous thing would only happen in the past.

“The Yue family has a granddaughter who was born on the same day as Fang Yao. The two old men were so happy that they brought the two children together. However, no one took this matter seriously.”

Meng Zhu frowned helplessly. She felt that Fang Yao had gotten into this because of his outstanding looks.

“During Grandpa Fang’s birthday, the youngest granddaughter of the Yue family also came. I don’t know if she took a fancy to Fang Yao at that time, but the old master of the Yue family actually mentioned the marriage to Grandpa Fang after that day.”

Yuan Xiao felt that the possibility of the other party liking Fang Yao for his looks was very high. After all, this kid’s appearance was too deceptive. Even when she first met Fang Yao, she really thought that Fang Yao was very good-looking.

“But you can also guess that Fang Yao would not agree. Grandpa Fang cared about the feelings of his comrade and had a very unpleasant relationship with Fang Yao in the end.”

Meng Zhu spread her hands helplessly. Although Grandpa Fang’s thoughts were not old-fashioned, his feelings for his comrades were indeed unquestionable. The old master of the Yue family doted on his granddaughter very much, so this matter had yet to come to a conclusion. Fang Yao was also increasingly unwilling to return to the manor.

“I didn’t know that Fang Yao had such a past…” Yuan Xiao was surprised when he heard the main reason for the conflict between Fang Yao and his grandfather.

Initially, Yuan Xiao thought that the two of them simply did not get along because of their personalities. She did not expect such a thing to have happened. Yuan Xiao understood Fang Yao’s feelings.

“You’d better not tell Fang Yao that I told you about this.” Meng Zhu was not afraid of Fang Yao, but she did not want to cause unnecessary trouble.

“Don’t worry, I won’t mention this. Besides, Fang Yao didn’t do anything wrong.” Yuan Xiao was not angry. Instead, she felt that Fang Yao was quite charming.

“It’s good that you understand. But don’t worry, that little granddaughter of the Yue family isn’t in the manor now. It saves you the trouble of seeing her.”

Meng Zhu’s words made Yuan Xiao worried. Such words would usually be jinxed very quickly. However, Yuan Xiao was not afraid of the other party. As long as she and Fang Yao were true and sincere, nothing or anyone could stop them from being together.

118 Little 7’s Mother

“Then you should rest early. Let’s go see Grandpa Fang tomorrow morning.” Meng Zhu did not disturb Yuan Xiao anymore. After all, everyone was a little tired after running around for the entire day.

After sending Meng Zhu off, Yuan Xiao lay on the bed and called out the system.

[Host, Little 7 has detected that your mood is a little complicated. Do you need to play a soothing song to relax?]

“No, thank you, Little 7.”

[You’re too kind, Host. It’s the system’s greatest honor to be able to provide you with high-quality service.]

When Yuan Xiao heard the system’s cold but cute electronic voice, she could not help but ask, “Little 7, who exactly set you up?”

[Host, do you want to know more about Little 7’s mother?]

Yuan Xiao was surprised that Little 7 would say that. She never expected that an electronic system similar to a robot would have a mother.

“Who’s your mother?”

[Little 7’s mother is a very smart person. Otherwise, she wouldn’t have designed a powerful Academic Genius System like mine!]

Listening to the electronic voice’s description, Yuan Xiao seemed to feel Little 7’s emotions for the first time.

“Your mother is indeed very smart and great. She must have contributed a lot to designing such a program.” Yuan Xiao was not stingy with her praise for the designer. She really felt that the designer of the Academic Genius System was very outstanding.

[Little 7 thinks so too. However, after our system was completely activated by the host, Little 7’s memories of his mother were temporarily sealed.]

“Sealed?” Yuan Xiao was a little surprised. She asked Little Seven in her mind, “Did you forget your mother because of me?”

[Little 7 can’t blame the host. This is Little 7’s mother’s own setting. She must have a reason for this design. Little 7 is very happy to be able to accompany the host on a journey!]

“Little 7, will our bond be broken one day?” Yuan Xiao felt empty at the thought that Little 7 might suddenly disappear one day.

[Normally not, unless…]

Sensing the system’s hesitation, Yuan Xiao asked, “Unless what? Is it after I die?”

[More or less. The host’s death or death of your brain or accidents like brain damage will affect the system to a certain extent.]

“Then I’ll protect my brain well in the future. Just live in my head in peace.” Yuan Xiao’s tone was light. She seemed to be comforting Little 7, but she had forgotten that the system could detect her true emotions.

[Host, you’re still not very happy. However, I don’t know if Little 7’s system is not advanced enough, but I can’t find the reason why you’re unhappy.]

“Actually, I’m not unhappy, I’m just a little confused.” Yuan Xiao remembered what he wanted to ask the system before and said, “Last time when I was on the roller coaster with Fang Yao in the amusement park, I exchanged the ability to prevent dizziness with you, but before the ability was activated, there seemed to be an additional memory in my mind.”

When Yuan Xiao recalled the memories from before, she actually felt that they were still very clear.

“When I was semi-conscious, I seemed to see a middle-aged man in a black suit in front of me. That person looked a little similar to Fang Yao. He was sitting by my bed and seemed to be crying very sadly. I wanted to reach out and wipe his tears, but I didn’t have the strength at all. After I woke up, everything returned to normal. This memory was like a dream of mine, but the dream was too real, as if it had really happened to me.”

After Yuan Xiao finished speaking, the system actually fell silent for a period of time. It was unknown if it was searching for the reason, but just as Yuan Xiao was about to ask again, Little 7’s electronic voice slowly sounded.

[I’m sorry, Host. When you’re close to being unconscious or semi-conscious, the system is also in a dormant state. It can’t monitor the information in your mind.]

“Then, on the plane today, I also had a very strange dream.” Yuan Xiao did not know if the system would also be in a dormant state when she was in deep sleep. “In the dream, Fang Yao had grown up, but his eyes were still sad. I was even stranger. It was as if I was about to die. Looking at the crying crowd around me, I did not have the strength to struggle at all.”

Yuan Xiao hated this feeling of helplessness. She liked to have control over things and did not like accidents and surprises.

[I’m sorry, Host. Little 7 still didn’t detect it…]

Sensing Little 7’s disappointment, Yuan Xiao smiled and comforted it. “It’s alright. I was just asking. I just wanted to know if these things had happened or would happen in the future. Otherwise, I’m just thinking too much. Everything is just a random emotion in my mind.”

119 First Meeting

[Actually, it’s all possible. Host, you can try to earn more points. You might have a chance to exchange for answers in the future.]

Yuan Xiao nodded and let the system rest. Lying alone on the big bed, Yuan Xiao was still a little worried about gains and losses.

“What’s wrong with me? Why do I feel an inexplicable sadness in my heart recently?” Yuan Xiao felt that she would not be like this for no reason. There must be a reason for all of this.

“Forget it, I’ll accumulate points first. We’ll talk about other things after it happens.” Yuan Xiao convinced herself to stop thinking about these things and quickly fell asleep.

The next morning, Yuan Xiao had breakfast with Fang Yao and the others before going to the main courtyard to see Grandpa Fang.

As soon as she entered the courtyard, Yuan Xiao saw Grandpa Fang watering the flowers in the garden.

The old man looked to be in his seventies or eighties. Although there were many wrinkles on his face, he was still very energetic and his figure was quite tall. It was obvious that he had been in the army.

“Dad, I’m here with the children.” When Fang Yuan saw his father taking the lead to greet him, his attitude was very respectful. Yuan Xiao followed Fang Ming and the others and obediently called him Grandpa.

“How was your rest last night? You children lack exercise and don’t rest on time. Your bodies aren’t even as good as mine!” Grandpa Fang’s voice was very loud and energetic. It was obvious that he was in good health.

“Dad, no one can compare to your health.” Wei Lan smiled and said to Old Master Fang, “Fang Ming finally got a holiday and only rested for a few days before we came back to see you.”

“How has Ah Ming been recently? Is everything going well at work?” Grandpa Fang put down the watering pot in his hand and turned to ask Fang Ming, who was standing at the side.

“Grandpa, I’m fine. Don’t worry.” Fang Ming looked at the energetic old man and was very happy.

“That’s good. Since you’ve chosen your job, do it well.” Grandpa Fang actually did not want Fang Ming to learn medicine, but Fang Ming really loved medicine, so Grandpa Fang could only respect his decision.

“Where’s Ah Yao? Haven’t you made a decision yet? I’d already made a few military contributions at your age.” Grandpa Fang had high expectations for his grandson. Fang Yao’s personality was very similar to his when he was young, but it was also because of this that Fang Yao was even harder to discipline.

“Grandpa, I don’t want to be a soldier. My grades are alright now. I should be able to get into a good university.” Although Fang Yao frowned, his tone was still very polite.

“Look at you. You’re really like your father, making me worry!”

As soon as Grandpa Fang finished speaking, he saw Fang Yuan explain anxiously, “Dad, these are two separate matters. What are you saying about me?”

After all, Fang Yuan was almost 50 years old. He still cared about his image in front of the younger generation.

“I didn’t say anything wrong. You were already in the army back then, and now you suddenly want to do some business!” Grandpa Fang was furious when he thought of the past. Although Fang Ming and Fang Yao did not develop according to his wishes, they were still considered sensible. However, Fang Yuan almost angered him to death back then.

Instead of being a good soldier, he had to start his own business and be a boss. The old man was anxious, but this son of his was stubborn. He did not listen to his suggestions at all and had even run away from home several times.

“Dad, this is the Meng family’s Zhu Zhu. Do you still remember her?” Fang Yuan was afraid that the old man would say something embarrassing, so he hurriedly introduced Meng Zhu to him.

“Although I’m in my seventies, I’m not stupid. I watched Zhu Zhu grow up. How can I not remember her?” The old man glared at Fang Yuan. When he turned to look at Meng Zhu, his expression immediately changed. Even his tone became much gentler. “Zhu Zhu, come to Grandpa’s place to play. Go out and shop more. If there’s anything you like, tell your Brother Fang Ming and he’ll buy it for you!”

“Thank you, Grandpa. I got it!” Meng Zhu smiled obediently at Grandpa Fang, causing the smile on the old man’s face to deepen.

Yuan Xiao finally understood what Meng Zhu meant by Grandpa Fang’s differential treatment.

“Dad, this child’s name is Xiaoxiao. She’s Ah Yao’s classmate. She often comes to our house to play, so we brought her along this time.” Wei Lan warmly hugged Yuan Xiao and introduced her to Grandpa Fang.

“Hello, Grandpa!” Yuan Xiao’s voice was crisp and clear. She sounded like a straightforward and cheerful young lady.

“Alright, it’ll be more lively with more people.” Grandpa Fang looked at Yuan Xiao and said with a smile, “This girl is good-looking and has a likable personality. Come to Grandpa’s place a few more times to play. It’ll be fine as long as you get familiar with us.”

120 Yue Siblings

“Thank you, Grandpa!” Yuan Xiao felt that Grandpa Fang had a good impression of her and heaved a sigh of relief. However, there was still no notification of the mission in her mind, so Yuan Xiao could not help but be a little anxious.

“The weather is good today. You young people can go out to the sea to play, fish, and see the scenery. I’ve already gotten someone to prepare the yacht.” Grandpa Fang knew that Fang Yuan would bring the children, so he had already made preparations and asked Uncle Zhou to arrange entertainment for them in advance.

“That’s great, Grandpa. Leave tonight’s main dish to me.” Fang Ming had not gone out to sea to fish for a long time, so he sounded a little excited.

“Sure, but Ah Ming, you have to stay away from Ah Yao. He always caused trouble for you when you were young. Otherwise, with your skills, you wouldn’t have lost to the second son of the Yue family.” Grandpa Fang recalled the past and his gaze became much gentler. Unknowingly, the person who kept pestering Fang Ming had become a man who was more than 1.8 meters tall.

“That’s right. I haven’t seen Yue Ze for a long time. I wonder if he’s back from overseas this year.” Fang Ming had a good relationship with the second son of the Yue family. Before Yue Ze went overseas, the two of them often played together.

“He’s back and came to visit me yesterday.” Grandpa Fang glanced at Fang Yao and suddenly thought of something. He said to Fang Ming, “When you go out to sea later, call Yue Ze and his sister. You young people should interact more and get closer.”

Hearing his grandfather’s words, Fang Ming hesitated. He subconsciously looked at Fang Yao and realized that his expression was indeed ugly.

Meng Zhu’s expression did not look any better. It was all her fault for jinxing things. If Yue Ze had come with his little sister, the situation would be uncontrollable.

“Alright, I’ll contact him.” Fang Ming did not refute the old man directly. Instead, he brought Fang Yao and the others out of the courtyard.

When they were almost at the beach, Fang Yao could not help but complain to Fang Ming, “Brother! Are you really going to call the Yue siblings?”

Of course, Fang Ming knew what that little girl from the Yue family was thinking about his younger brother. Now that Yuan Xiao was present, he naturally would not let Fang Yao fall into a dilemma.

“Don’t worry, I’ll only ask Yue Ze to come himself. I won’t mention his sister.”

Hearing Fang Ming’s words, Fang Yao’s mood eased a little. He walked forward and held Yuan Xiao’s hand. He turned to Fang Ming and said, “Xiao Xiao and I are going to the beach for a walk. Call us when you’re about to board the ship.”

Fang Ming looked at Fang Yao, who was striding away, and shook his head helplessly. This kid really could not be bothered with his brother once he had a girlfriend.

“Brother Fang Ming, Fang Yao is a classic example of putting love over friendship!” Meng Zhu looked at Fang Yao and Yuan Xiao’s backs and could not help but complain. She originally wanted to chat with Yuan Xiao. With Fang Yao around, it would be difficult for her to even approach Yuan Xiao.

“Alright, I’m also very surprised that he can get along so well with Yuan Xiao.” Fang Ming thought of Fang Yao’s rebellious appearance in the past and really felt that Yuan Xiao was very powerful.

“Do you still remember when Grandpa wanted to engage Fang Yao to another girl when he was a child? That kid was so agitated that it was as if he would never marry for the rest of his life.” At that time, Fang Ming thought that Fang Yao was relatively averse to relationships. He did not expect that after seeing Xiao Xiao, he had become a completely different person.

“Xiao Xiao is a very nice person. I’m actually envious of her bravery.” Meng Zhu was speaking from the bottom of her heart. Yuan Xiao was indeed the most carefree and straightforward girl she had ever met. There was a very attractive charm about her, like the stars in the night sky, mysterious and desirable.

“Yes, Xiao Xiao is indeed very brave.” Fang Ming still remembered the first time he saw Yuan Xiao in the hospital. Although her head was bleeding, her expression was still calm.

Even when Fang Ming applied medicine on her, Yuan Xiao did not have much of a reaction. At that time, Fang Ming was stunned by Yuan Xiao’s strength. She was clearly young and beautiful, but she was unexpectedly strong and brave.

“You’re actually very brave too. I thought of you the first time I saw Xiao Xiao.”

When Meng Zhu heard Fang Ming’s words, she held her breath in disbelief.

“That’s why you have to be more confident. Our Zhu Zhu is also an outstanding girl.” Fang Ming stroked Meng Zhu’s hair dotingly. He turned around and took out his cell phone to call Yue Ze.

After confirming the time and place with Yue Ze, Fang Ming and Meng Zhu walked to the seaside to wait for Yue Ze.

Fang Yao walked beside Yuan Xiao. The sea breeze was slightly cold, making him feel exceptionally awake.

“Xiao Xiao, don’t you have anything you want to ask me?” Fang Yao felt that Yuan Xiao was a little silent and could not help but ask.