Ch. 141..150

Chapter 141: Yuan Xiao’s Change

Yuan Xiao’s appearance made Yuan Wei and Jiang Yan a little dissatisfied. Since she had already returned to the Shen family, she definitely had ill intentions by appearing here.

“Xiao Xiao has improved a lot since she returned to her home. Perhaps her mood has improved. She’s indeed more beautiful than before.” Yuan Wei was very dissatisfied with Yuan Xiao’s appearance and deliberately ostracized her with words.

“So according to what you’re saying, you’ve been in a bad mood?”

Yuan Xiao was not the type to swallow her anger. When she saw Yuan Wei’s dark expression, she felt much better.

“Stay at home for dinner later. Old Yuan has already gotten someone to prepare it.” Sun Li was very dissatisfied with Yuan Wei’s deliberate targeting of Yuan Xiao, but because Zheng Hui and Jiang Yan were also present, she did not say anything.

Zheng Hui had also seen the conflict between Yuan Wei and Yuan Xiao. With their identities, it was not strange for them to target each other.

However, Sun Li’s attitude surprised Zheng Hui. She thought that she would prefer the obedient and sensible Yuan Wei, but Sun Li was clearly more biased towards Yuan Xiao.

Moreover, in the following period of time, Zheng Hui confirmed this even more. Not only Sun Li, but even Yuan Ming clearly liked Yuan Xiao more.

Jiang Yan saw everything and was dissatisfied with the difference in treatment by the Yuan couple, but he did not dare to question them.

Throughout the meal, Yuan Ming and Sun Li helped Yuan Xiao pick up food on both sides, while Yuan Wei sat in the corner deiectedlv.

After Zheng Hui left the Yuan Family, she asked her son beside her in confusion, “Xiao Yan, do your Uncle Yuan and Auntie Sun like Yuan Xiao more?”

“How could that be?” Jiang Yan smiled and said in a disguised manner, “Yuan Wei is much more sensible than Yuan Xiao. Uncle Yuan and Auntie Sun must have taken better care of her because Yuan Xiao doesn’t come back much.

“I don’t think so. Yuan Xiao has changed a lot. From what your Uncle Yuan said, Yuan Xiao’s results in school are very good?”

“Her results are not bad.” Jiang Yan did not dare to lie and could only tell Zheng Hui the truth about Yuan Xiao in school.

“Looks like I misunderstood this child in the past…” Zheng Hui felt a little regretful. In the past, she had always felt that Yuan Xiao was brainless, so she did not like her much. Now, it seemed that Yuan Xiao was very outstanding in terms of appearance and ability. She was even much better than Yuan Wei.

Jiang Yan did not know how to speak up for Yuan Wei. Even he felt that Yuan Xiao was indeed very outstanding now.

“In the future, it’s better to build a good relationship with Xiao Xiao. I heard that many professors from many universities are paying attention to the competition where she won first place. Her results are good. If there’s a chance, let her help you more.”

Jiang Yan did not like to hear his mother praise Yuan Xiao. “What can she help me with? I’m already satisfied that she doesn’t pester me every day.”

Hearing Jiang Yan’s words, Zheng Hui was a little happy. “Does Xiao Xiao still pester you?”

Zheng Hui saw that Xiao Xiao barely looked at Jiang Yan today and thought that her attitude had changed.

“Yes, isn’t she always like that?” Jiang Yan gave an affirmative answer with a guilty conscience. He knew that Yuan Xiao had completely lost interest in him, but he did not want to lose face in front of his mother.

“Xiao Yan, treat Xiao Xiao better in the future. Look at the Yuan Family’s attitude towards her. That child will definitely develop in the future.” Zheng Hui felt that Yuan Xiao was completely different from before. From Yuan Ming and Sun Li’s attitude, it could be seen that not only did they not become distant because of Yuan Xiao’s background, it proved that Yuan Xiao must have good points.

“Mom, the college entrance examination is in a year. I’m not in the mood to think about this.” It was not that he did not want to approach Yuan Xiao, but Yuan Xiao might not give him a chance.

“Forget it. If you really focused on your studies, would your results have fallen so quickly?” Zheng Hui was originally unwilling to interfere with Jiang Yan’s results, but recently, his results had indeed dropped a lot. Even the teacher had specially contacted her and said that if Jiang Yan regressed, it would greatly affect his future university entrance examinations.

“I know my results have suffered, but don’t worry, I’ll definitely be able to catch up.” Jiang Yan’s expression was a little depressed. He knew that the gap between him and Yuan Xiao was getting wider and wider, but it was precisely because of this that he was not in the mood to study.

“I think you’re just too close to Yuan Wei. That child comes to look for you every day. How can it not affect your results?” Zheng Hui originally thought that Yuan Wei looked obedient and polite, but when it came to her son’s practical losses, Zheng Hui still blamed Yuan Wei.

“This has nothing to do with Xiao Wei..”

Chapter 142: Sister Star Student

“How is it not related? Mom thinks that Yuan Wei is not as beautiful as Xiao Xiao. I don’t know what you’re thinking.” Zheng Hui was very touched when she saw Yuan Xiao today. Yuan Xiao and Yuan Wei were sitting together. Zheng Hui compared the two girls and increasingly felt that Yuan Xiao was better.

“This has nothing to do with whether she’s beautiful or not.” Jiang Yan frowned, his heart in a mess. Yuan Xiao had indeed changed a lot.

“Alright, I’m not going to interfere with your choice, but you still have to focus on your studies.” Seeing that Jiang Yan was silent, Zheng Hui added worriedly, “But you still have to treat Xiao Xiao better, understand?”

Jiang Yan nodded. He no longer hated Yuan Xiao as much as before. Most of his emotions were about being unwilling to accept it. Yuan Xiao seemed to be better than him in all aspects. This was something Jiang Yan could not accept.

At this moment, Yuan Xiao was holding her phone and lying on a comfortable bed, eating the fruits Sun Li had prepared for her.

The room Sun Li had prepared for Yuan Xiao had been meticulously decorated. All the beds were new, and the style was very cute. It was the style Yuan Xiao had liked in the past.

“What? You’re in the Yuan Family now!” Li Chang’s surprised voice came from the phone.

Yuan Xiao lowered her voice and said with a smile, “I’m just back to stay for a few days. I’m not completely back. Do you have to make a fuss?”

“I’m not making a fuss. Where’s Yuan Wei? Did she go back to your house too?” Li Chang asked again.

“No, she’s staying in the room next to mine now.” Yuan Xiao’s tone was calm, but Li Chang was very excited.

“Then why isn’t she worried to death? She usually looks like she has a lot on her mind and is so scheming. She must feel uncomfortable when you go back.” Li Chang felt that Yuan Wei deserved it. She could clearly get along well with Yuan Xiao if she wanted to, but she always competed in secret and spoke sarcastically.

“I came back for the little brother in Mother Sun’s stomach. She’s pregnant now and needs to be happier,” Yuan Xiao explained.

“That’s true. After all, she’s not young anymore. She still has to be careful when she’s pregnant.” Li Chang knew about Sun Li’s pregnancy. “Do you think Yuan

Wei is dissatisfied with your mother’s second child?”

“Probably. With her personality, how could she hope for someone to compete with her for her parents’ concern?” It was precisely because Yuan Xiao understood Yuan Wei’s personality that she was so happy about Sun Li’s pregnancy. As long as Yuan Wei was not the only daughter of the Yuan Family, her thoughts in the future would probably not only be on her.

“Then what do you think about having another brother?” Li Chang actually did not want her parents to have another child. After all, everyone had a selfish side. No one wanted their lives to be affected. With another child, it was very difficult for her parents to be completely fair.

“It’s quite good. In the future, I’ll help educate Mother Sun’s younger brother.

I’ll definitely make him an even more outstanding talent.”

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s words, Li Chang was worried for her unborn brother. Yuan Xiao’s educational ability was obvious to everyone, but her brother’s life would probably not be easy in the future. With a star student like Yuan Xiao, the pressure would definitely not be small.

“I believe you’ll do it. After all, our entire study group’s results have improved so much.” When Li Chang mentioned the study group, she suddenly said to Yuan Xiao excitedly, “Xiao Xiao, do you still not know about Chen Chen?”

Yuan Xiao turned over in bed. She knew that Wang Chen would officially debut after the new year.

“What’s the matter? Wasn’t Chen Chen poached by an entertainment company?

Li Chang immediately said, “It’s not just this. Chen Chen’s singing video at the school gala is getting more and more popular. It even has a lot of views overseas. I heard from Zhao Yu that Chen Chen is already very popular. His fans have already exceeded 100,000. No newcomer has been able to do what he did. The company should create a unique way for him to debut.”

Yuan Xiao was not surprised that Wang Chen could become popular. In her previous life, Wang Chen was a top celebrity. He did not have as many fans as before yet.

“I think Chen Chen will develop very well. More people will like him in the future.’

“That’s right. If I had known earlier, I would have asked for a few more autographed photos of him. We might not have the chance to meet in the future.” Li Chang was a little regretful. “Xiao Xiao, why don’t I be your manager? I keep feeling that you can become famous in the future.”

Yuan Xiao was amused by Li Chang’s jumping thoughts. “Me? Famous? By completing exams or playing the piano?”

Although Yuan Xiao’s artistic talent was enhanced, she could not reach the level of a master. There should be no hope of relying on this to become famous..

Chapter 143: No One Cares

“Don’t underestimate yourself. You told me before that there will be reporters following you to the winter vacation training camp after the new year. I heard that there are television stations that want to turn the special training into a variety show. After all, it’s a gathering of geniuses from all over the country.

There’s still a lot to watch.”

Yuan Xiao had seen such programs on television that allowed some smart students to gather and compete. However, she was not interested in these things. She could not earn points, and it was not challenging.

“I don’t like appearing in front of the camera. You should give up the opportunity to groom me.”

Li Chang smiled regretfully. She still felt that Yuan Xiao had the ability to show herself in front of the public. “Then find time to come to my house to play. My parents have been nagging to thank you.”

“What’s there to thank me for? Help me tell Uncle and Auntie that I’ll visit them during the new year.”

“Of course I have to thank you. You helped me improve my results so much and saved them a lot of tuition fees.

Yuan Xiao and Li Chang chatted until it was dark. It was not until Sun Li came in to deliver milk to Yuan Xiao that she hung up.

“Xiao Xiao, are you chatting with your friends?”

“Yes, with Li Chang, my deskmate.” Yuan Xiao sat up from the bed and took the milk from Sun Li. “Mom, don’t do these things. Rest well and take care of your body.”

“I can’t do anything all day. I’m really happy that you’re back.” Sun Li sat by Yuan Xiao’s bed, her eyes filled with love and concern.

“Is the Shen couple treating you well?” Sun Li probed. Ever since she separated from Yuan Xiao, this was what she was most concerned about.

Yuan Xiao nodded. “Very well. Don’t worry, they treat me very well.”

Sun Li looked at her sensible daughter and could not help but regret it sometimes. If Yuan Ming had not investigated Yuan Xiao and Yuan Wei, perhaps they would still be living a happy life like before. What was so important about being truly related by blood?

“Mom, I feel especially happy now that I have two fathers and two mothers.” Yuan Xiao saw Sun Li’s worry and comforted her. “All of you are very important people to me. Mom, don’t worry. I won’t forget your kindness for raising me just because I don’t live with you.”

“Silly child, why would Mom think that way?” Sun Li’s eyes were red as she gently hugged Yuan Xiao. “I just hope that you can continue living a carefree life. If you have time, come home more often and don’t cut ties with family.”

Yuan Xiao could feel Sun Li’s concern for her. In her previous life, if she had not followed the plot of the original book and done too many things that made Sun Li sad, Sun Li would not have been completely disappointed in her.

Yuan Wei, who was in the next room, heard Sun Li walking into Yuan Xiao’s room. From time to time, the laughter and conversation of the mother and daughter pierced Yuan Wei’s heart.

“Yuan Xiao… Why did you snatch everything from me?!” Yuan Wei lay on the bed and gripped the corner of the blanket tightly. Tears could not help but fall from the corners of her eyes.

At the dining table, Yuan Ming and Sun Li were busy picking up food for Yuan Xiao. Even the food on the table was prepared according to Yuan Xiao’s preferences.

Yuan Wei was angry in her heart, but she did not dare to show it. Even Jiang Yan’s mother had always been very enthusiastic about Yuan Xiao.

Yuan Wei did not understand what she had done wrong. Why did everyone like Yuan Xiao? In school, Yuan Xiao was the pride of every teacher. In the eyes of her parents, Yuan Xiao was better than her in every aspect.

No one cared about her feelings at all. Yuan Wei was indignant, and her hatred for Yuan Xiao deepened. In the future, if the child in Sun Li’s stomach was born, even her only advantage as their biological daughter would be gone.

Yuan Wei was very afraid and filled with hatred for Yuan Xiao.

“I definitely can’t sit still and wait for death…” Although Yuan Wei’s personality was weak, she was meticulous. She would not allow an uncontrollable situation to happen. A good plan to take revenge on Yuan Xiao appeared in her heart.

The next morning, Yuan Wei knocked on Yuan Xiao’s door before everyone woke up.

Ever since Yuan Xiao was bound to the Academic Genius System, she was used to waking up early. She opened the door curiously, wanting to know what Yuan Wei was thinking.

“Xiao Xiao, I knew you were up.” Yuan Wei had a smile on her face and was very enthusiastic about Yuan Xiao.

“What’s the matter?” Yuan Xiao stood at the door and had no intention of letting Yuan Wei in..

Chapter 144: Something You Like

“I want to chat with you. I wonder if it’s convenient for you.” Yuan Wei had a fawning smile on her face, making Yuan Xiao feel uncomfortable.

“If I said it was inconvenient, would you leave?” Yuan Xiao chuckled as she watched Yuan Wei enter with an ugly expression.

“Tell me, what’s the matter?” Yuan Xiao was very curious as to why Yuan Wei would come looking for her. She should hate her now. She must have other intentions for taking the initiative to curry favor with her.

“Actually, I have something to ask of you.” Yuan Wei looked around and realized that Yuan Xiao’s room had been meticulously decorated. She was even more jealous. “Mom has been depressed since she was pregnant. I want to know what Mom likes and hates. Tell me everything. I want to prepare a gift for her.”

“A gift?” Yuan Xiao looked at Yuan Wei in confusion. She did not think that Yuan Wei would be so kind.

“Yes. After all, I haven’t spent as much time with Mom as you have, and I don’t know her that well. I was hoping you could help.”

There was nothing wrong with Yuan Wei’s attitude. Although Yuan Xiao suspected that her motive was impure, she did not refuse.

“Sure. Mom likes flowers and perfume. She also likes blue and green. If you want to suit her, you can buy her some fresh-colored clothes or some small ornaments.”

“Can you help me write it down? I can’t remember so many things.” Yuan Wei naturally took out a piece of paper and a pen from her pocket and handed it to Yuan Xiao.

Yuan Xiao frowned. Yuan Wei’s actions were really too abnormal. If she wanted to know what Sun Li liked, she could have asked her directly. If it was to surprise her, she could have asked Yuan Ming and Jiang Yan. There was no need to ask Yuan Xiao, who did not have a good relationship with her.

“Sure, but go get a bigger piece of paper. I’ll help you write it in more detail.”

Seeing that Yuan Xiao had agreed, Yuan Wei happily walked back to her room to get some paper.

While she was out, Yuan Xiao switched her phone to the recording function and secretly placed it in the corner of the table.

Yuan Wei quickly walked in with a larger piece of paper. After handing it to Yuan Xiao, she looked at her expectantly.

“It’s a good thing that you want to prepare a gift for Mom. I’ll help you write a few things that Mom likes. You can just take them as reference.” As Yuan Xiao spoke, she sat at the table and began to write as she read out the contents of what she wrote.

“Although Mom likes tulips and lilies, she’s pregnant after all. Tulips are slightly poisonous, and the smell of lilies is a bit strong. It’s best if you don’t give them to her.”

As Yuan Xiao reminded her, she looked at Yuan Wei and realized that there was nothing unusual about her. Instead, she listened to her seriously.

“There’s also perfume. If you want to give it to her, try to give her some light fragrance.”

Yuan Xiao watched as Yuan Wei nodded her head seriously. As she wrote, she slowly said, “I still suggest you buy some trinkets. Mom likes pearls and turquoise very much. You can buy some bracelets, earrings, and other trinkets.”

Yuan Wei looked at Yuan Xiao, who was taking notes seriously, and interrupted her. “Xiao Xiao, the main thing is to tell me what Mom hates. I just don’t want to give her the wrong gift.”

Yuan Xiao narrowed her eyes and sized Yuan Wei up. She calmly said, “There are many annoying things. Mom doesn’t like the taste of cucumbers, so there are almost no cucumbers at home.”

“Please help me write it down too.” Yuan Wei reminded when she saw that Yuan Xiao did not touch the pen.

“Alright, I can help you note it down. However, I specially marked it here in case you make a mistake. These are all things that Mom hates. Don’t give them to the wrong person.” Yuan Xiao seemed to have guessed Yuan Wei’s thoughts. She only needed time to witness it.

“Don’t worry, I cant be wrong.” When Yuan Wei saw Yuan Xiao seriously writing down something that Sun Li hated, her eyes shifted slightly as she said, “Is there anything else?”

“Cats, especially Dragon-Li cats. I heard from Dad that Mom was scratched by

a wild cat when she was young. She has always had a trauma in her heart.” Yuan Xiao wrote the words Dragon-Li cats in the column of hateful items, especially with an exclamation mark.

“You must not let Mommy come into contact with cats. Not only is she afraid, but she also has a mild allergy.”

“Alright, I understand.” Yuan Wei nodded thoughtfully. Under her inquiry, Yuan Xiao brought up a few things that Sun Li did not like.

“Thank you so much. I’ll prepare a gift for Mom.”

Yuan Xiao looked at Yuan Wei meaningfully, curious about what she would do..

Chapter 145: Comprehensive Test

Yuan Xiao watched as Yuan Wei walked out of the room and picked up the phone in the corner of the table. She stopped the recording and saved it.

“Little 7, can you tell what Yuan Wei is up to?”

[Sure, Host. However, it will cost 200 points to check Yuan Wei’s thoughts.]

Yuan Xiao widened her eyes in surprise and exclaimed, “This is too much.

Didn’t it only cost 100 points to use on Shen Ling previously?”

[It’s different, Host. Because Yuan Wei is the protagonist of the original book, you have to spend double the points to see through her thoughts.]

‘Can you get any more shady?” When Yuan Xiao heard 200 points, she instantly felt her heart ache. She had spent a lot of effort. Now, her points totaled under 300. This was less than one-third of what was needed for the system upgrade. [Little 7 is a very fair system. Host, please pay attention to your words.]

“Then I won’t ask anymore, alright?” Yuan Xiao’s heart ached for the points she had painstakingly saved. With the recorded audio, she was somewhat prepared. Moreover, Yuan Wei was still the female lead of the original book, so she should not be doing anything too out of line.

[Host, don’t be discouraged. As long as you successfully complete the next winter holiday training camp mission, you can expect to obtain 500 points!]

“Alright, can you tell me what missions are in the winter break training camp?

Yuan Xiao hoped to encounter more missions related to learning. After all, the Academic Genius System gave her an advantage in improving her learning ability. If most of the missions were similar to the missions in the villa, she was not confident that she could complete them all.

[The main mission is to get first place in the comprehensive test in the winter holiday training camp. Most of the other missions are randomly triggered.

Little 7 can’t be completely sure.]

“What’s the comprehensive test of the winter holiday training camp?” Yuan Xiao did not know that the training camp would include tests. Previously, when she heard Professor Shen Yu l s description, she thought that the winter break training camp was a venue for everyone to discuss and learn, and that there were no competitions or tests.

[The main aim of the comprehensive test is to assess every participant’s various abilities. There are tests in different subjects, and there are also separate ratings for mental strength and physical strength. Technology and thinking expansion are also the main areas of the test.]

“In order to get first place, do you think I should prepare something in advance?” Yuan Xiao had never underestimated her opponent. Although she was firmly in first place in school, the participants of this training camp included almost all the star students in the province. Yuan Xiao should not underestimate everyone’s strength.

[With the host’s current level, as long as you perform normally, it shouldn’t be too difficult to obtain first place. Moreover, the host has obtained the special ability of the Heavenly Reward in the villa. As long as you are willing to work hard, you will obtain 100% success!]

Upon hearing the system’s words, Yuan Xiao gradually had an idea. It seemed that this special ability was still very useful. It was very rare to be able to obtain a return of equal value.

“Then I’ll wait patiently for the arrival of the winter holiday training camp.”

Yuan Xiao began to look forward to her vacation. There should be a lot of gains. Moreover, with Fang Yao going with her, Yuan Xiao felt much more at ease.

After washing up, Yuan Xiao tidied up briefly and walked out of the room.

“Xiao Xiao, you’re already awake.” Sun Li was tidying up the cutlery at the dining table in the living room. When she saw Yuan Xiao coming downstairs, she smiled and waved at her. “Come and prepare to eat. I originally wanted you to sleep a little longer.”

“These food were sent by the restaurant. Auntie Chen is given a week off during the new year, otherwise we would have gotten her to make your favorite shrimp dumplings and crab pancakes.” Sun Li took out the food from the warmer and placed it in front of Yuan Xiao.

“These are not bad either.” Yuan Xiao helped Sun Li open the lunch box She turned around and looked in the direction of the second floor. She asked, “Where’s Yuan Wei? She should have woken up already.”

“She just went out. She said that she had an appointment with a friend to go out for dinner.” After Sun Li placed all the dishes on the table, she carefully helped Yuan Xiao spread the napkins to the side. “Your father has something on at the company and left just now. Only the two of us are left. After breakfast, we i ll go shopping on the streets.”

Sun Li cherished the time alone with Yuan Xiao. After breakfast, the two of them arrived at the mall accompanied by bodyguards.

“Mom, you should pay more attention to resting now, right?” Yuan Xiao looked at the excited Sun Li and was a little worried about her health.

“It’s fine. We’ll go back after shopping for a while.” Sun Li l s stomach was slightly bulging. It was not obvious if one did not pay attention..

Chapter 146: Giving It to Little Brother

Seeing that Sun Li had clearly stayed at home for too long, Yuan Xiao did not stop her. Instead, she obediently followed beside her and carefully supported her.

Sun Li chose a lot of clothes and accessories for Yuan Xiao, as if she wanted to make up for everything that had happened previously.

“Mom, you’re buying too many things for me. I can’t wear them all.” Yuan Xiao looked at the shopping bags in the hands of the bodyguard behind her and was a little worried. The closet at home probably could not hold so many clothes.

“Why can’t you wear it all? Girls should have more clothes.” Sun Li was still choosing clothes seriously, wishing she could give everything in the mall to Yuan Xiao to bring back.

“Mom, let’s go take a look at something else.” Yuan Xiao saw a mother and child shop not far behind her and Sun Li. She said to Sun Li, “Let’s go choose some small clothes for Little Bro, okay?”

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s suggestion, Sun Li also had the idea. It had been a long time since she had bought children’s clothes. At the thought of this, she was actually looking forward to it.

They walked into the maternal and child products store. The dazzling array of goods awed Yuan Xiao and Sun Li. After shopping for half an hour, they finally picked out many children’s clothes and toys.

“I’m buying these for Little Bro.” Yuan Xiao took out her bank card to settle the bill first. Sun Li wanted to stop her, but under Yuan Xiao’s insistence, she compromised.

“Mom, I got a lot of scholarships. It’s enough to prepare some small gifts for my brother.”

Sun Li looked at Yuan Xiao in relief. It seemed that she had unknowingly become more and more sensible.

After shopping for half a day, Yuan Xiao and Sun Li returned with a full load. When they returned to the Yuan Family, Yuan Wei and Yuan Ming had already returned home.

“Xiao Li, are you tired after buying so many things? Do you need to go upstairs and rest for a while?” Yuan Ming was worried about Sun Li’s health. After all, she was still in the early stages of pregnancy and needed to be more careful.

“It’s fine. Xiao Xiao has been taking care of me all the way. I’ve been resting.” Sun Li waved her hand and asked the bodyguard to send the clothes to the cloakroom

“Xiao Xiao even bought a lot of gifts for her little brother. She personally chose them and spent a lot of effort.” Sun Li sat beside Yuan Ming and praised Yuan Xiao happily. She did not notice Yuan Wei’s dark expression.

“Is that so? Xiao Xiao has really grown up and become more and more sensible.” Yuan Ming looked at Yuan Xiao lovingly. Because of her arrival, Sun Li’s mood had improved a lot. Yuan Ming was still very gratified.

Yuan Xiao did not say anything. She noticed Yuan Wei running back to the second floor and felt that Yuan Ming and Sun Li l s actions was too obvious. It seemed that Yuan Wei had not performed well in front of the Yuan Family couple while she was away.

During dinner, Yuan Wei was not in a good mood either. Yuan Xiao noticed that Yuan Wei would occasionally subconsciously look at her with hostility in her eyes. It seemed that her appearance made Yuan Wei feel very uncomfortable.

Therefore, after the meal, Yuan Xiao used the excuse of being a little tired and went straight to the bedroom. It was to give Yuan Wei and the Yuan Family couple some time alone. After all, she would not stay in the Yuan Family for too long. Yuan Xiao did not want there to be too much of a gap between Yuan Wei and the Yuan Family couple.

Yuan Xiao was about to lie down when her phone suddenly rang.

“Young Master Fang, you’re finally willing to contact me?

Ever since they parted ways in the villa, Fang Yao had only sent a few messages to Yuan Xiao. As she had been accompanying Sun Li, Yuan Xiao did not have the time to take the initiative to contact Fang Yao. She did not expect him to not contact her either. Yuan Xiao’s tone was a little reproachful.

“Didn’t you say that you went to stay in the Yuan Family? I was afraid that you would be too busy accompanying Auntie Sun to bother with me.” Fang Yao did not tell the truth. After he returned from the villa, Fang Ming had started training him like a demon.

On one hand, it was to not look too bad in the winter holiday training camp. On the other hand, it was also because Fang Yao was about to take the college entrance examination. Fang Ming began to tutor him in various subjects.

“Tsk, you really know how to find excuses.” Yuan Xiao smiled and questioned Fang Yao on the phone. “Have you revised your homework properly? Next semester is the last semester of high school. Don’t forget the study mission I assigned to the study group.”

“Don’t worry, Teacher Xiao Xiao. I definitely won’t let you down. I’ll get into University A and be with you officially! ‘ I

Fang Yao’s sudden confession made Yuan Xiao a little embarrassed. Although their relationship had made a lot of progress, Yuan Xiao was still not used to it. “Alright, then wait for me at University A. We can study together in a year..”

Chapter 147: Too Much!

Fang Yao was actually very worried about being separated from Yuan Xiao. Yuan Xiao was so outstanding in school. Fang Yao was worried that a bold boy would confess to Yuan Xiao and pester her when he was not around.

“Why don’t I repeat for another year? Then we can take the college entrance examination together.”

“Stop, if you dare to repeat your year, I’ll look down on you. You clearly have the ability to get in, so why do you have to repeat your studies?” Yuan Xiao felt that as long as Fang Yao was determined to study, he would still improve a lot. Compared to repeating a year, he should work harder. He had a high chance of getting into University A.

“Do you believe that I can get in?” Fang Yao only understood that Yuan Xiao believed that he had the ability to get in.

“Of course, it’s not just you. There’s also Zhao Yu, Li Chang, Wang Chen, and Sun Ting. We’ll definitely get into our ideal school.”

When Fang Yao heard Yuan Xiao mention so many people, he said jealously, “Just mention me…

Yuan Xiao was amused by Fang Yao’s childishness. She said on the phone, “I hope all of us can get what we want, but you’ll always be first.”

Fang Yao was very satisfied with Yuan Xiao’s words. He thought for a moment and said, “Li Chang’s results should be able to get into University A. Although Zhao Yu’s results are not good enough, he can be a specially enrolled sports student. Wang Chen is quite famous now. Sun Ting has also received a special invitation from a foreign music school. Your wish should be fulfilled.”

“Is Sun Ting going overseas?” Ever since Yuan Xiao performed with Sun Ting and Wang Chen at the school gala, her relationship with everyone had always been very good.

“Isn’t it because of the video of the school gala? I didn’t expect the number of views overseas to be so high. Sun Ting plays the violin so well. Sooner or later, everyone will notice.”

Yuan Xiao did not expect the performance at the school gala to have so much impact on everyone. Not only did it give Wang Chen a chance to debut early, but it also made Sun Ting attract the attention of foreign music academies.

“That’s a good thing.” Yuan Xiao suddenly thought of the plot in the original book and asked on the phone, “Ah Yao, do you want to study overseas?

Yuan Xiao remembered that Fang Yao in the original book had an overseas education experience. She did not know if it was because of her that Fang Yao i s choice had completely changed.

“No, why do you ask?” Fang Yao did not like life overseas to begin with. Now that Yuan Xiao was around, he had no intention of going overseas.

“Actually, it’s nothing. I just think that it might be better for you to study

overseas.” Yuan Xiao was a little afraid. She was afraid that if Fang Yao lost the

experience of studying overseas, it would affect his future life choices. After

all, Fang Yao seemed to be developing well in the original book.

“Why would you think that? I can still get a good education in the country and stay with you.”

Fang Yao was more concerned about the latter reason. Fang Yao was looking forward to going to university with Yuan Xiao.

“Then work hard. I’ve never thought of any other university other than University A.” Yuan Xiao chatted with Fang Yao for a long time. In the end, it was only when Yuan Xiao’s phone battery was low that Fang Yao reluctantly hung up.

After plugging in the charger, Yuan Xiao’s lips were still curled up slightly when she heard Sun Li l s scream downstairs.

Yuan Xiao hurriedly ran downstairs.

“Mom!” Yuan Xiao had just reached the stairs when she saw Sun Li sitting on the ground. She hurriedly went forward to support her and realized that Sun Li’ s face was pale. “Mom, what’s wrong? Did you fall?”

Sun Li trembled as she pointed at Yuan Wei, who was standing not far away. Yuan Xiao was in a hurry to check on Sun Li, so she did not notice Yuan Wei, who was also terrified behind her.

Yuan Xiao noticed the pink box in Yuan Wei’s hand. Inside was a baby Dragon-Li cat. It was meowing nervously.

Yuan Ming was reading documents in the study. When he heard Sun Li’s cry, he hurriedly ran out.

“Where did this cat come from?!” Yuan Ming noticed the kitten in Yuan Wei’s arms and glared at her angrily. As he called for bodyguards, he contacted the doctor.

“You!” Yuan Xiao did not expect Yuan Wei to do such a thing. As the female lead, she should not have the intention to harm anyone. Yuan Xiao quickly ran over and covered the paper box, afraid that Sun Li would be frightened again.

“Xiao Xiao, I’ll send your mother to the hospital first. I’ll deal with the rest when I get back.” Yuan Ming carried Sun Li with heartache and walked out of the door with the bodyguards.

Yuan Wei’s expression was also very ugly. Her fathers gaze just now seemed to have stopped her heart. If something really happened to Sun Li, Yuan Ming would not let her off easily..

Chapter 148: I Lost

“Why are you doing this?” Yuan Xiao looked at Yuan Wei in confusion and her voice trembled. “If you want to harm me, come at me. Why do you want to hurt Mom? She’s also your mother!”

Yuan Xiao regretted underestimating Yuan Wei. She originally thought that no matter how overboard she was, Yuan Wei would only target her. She did not expect that she would hurt Sun Li and the child in her stomach.

“Xiao Xiao, what are you talking about?” Yuan Wei’s expression was innocent, and her voice was sobbing. “Didn’t you tell me that Mom likes kittens? How did I know that she would have such a reaction? Shouldn’t you give me an explanation?”

Hearing Yuan Wei’s words, Yuan Xiao finally understood her true motive. She sneered and said, “So you really did this to deal with me. But have you ever thought about what would happen if Mom is really in danger?”

Yuan Xiao’s gaze suddenly became sharp, and her tone was especially cold. “Would you take my word for it, that if anything happens to Mom, I’ll only make you pay a more painful price?”

Yuan Wei was so frightened by Yuan Xiao’s gaze that she felt a little guilty.

However, she still forced herself to say, “I don’t understand what you mean.

You’re clearly lying to me on purpose. That’s why I gave Mom the wrong gift.

It’s all because you’re deliberately sowing discord between Mom and me!”

Yuan Xiao found Yuan Wei’s hoarse voice ridiculous. Compared to Yuan Wei’s nervous expression, Yuan Xiao’s tone was still very calm. “Is that so? There’s no one else here. What’s the point of acting like this?”

“What acting? I don’t understand what you’re saying!” Yuan Wei still refused to admit it. She had long been prepared to frame Yuan Xiao.

Yuan Xiao looked at her and took out her cell phone in disappointment. She played the recording from the bedroom word for word. Their conversation echoed in the empty hall.

Yuan Wei’s expression became worse and worse. When the audio finished playing, Yuan Wei completely collapsed to the ground. She had never expected Yuan Xiao to be vigilant enough to record their conversation.

“Why? Do you need me to play it again?”

Yuan Xiao looked at Yuan Wei and realized that a self-deprecating smile had appeared on her pale face. “You win…”

Yuan Wei’s voice was a little weak, but it clearly entered Yuan Xiao’s ears.

“You’re wrong. I didn’t win.” Yuan Xiao walked up to Yuan Wei and looked at her in disappointment. “I originally wanted to bet on whether I would be able to use this recording. You made me lose.”

Looking at the silent Yuan Wei, Yuan Xiao continued, “Have you thought about the consequences of doing this?”

“Consequences?” Yuan Wei chuckled as she sat on the ground. “If they believe me, you’ll become a scheming bad child in front of Mom and Dad. If I’m lucky, they might hate you more and more and distance themselves from you.”

“If they don’t believe me, they will just let this matter rest. But I didn’t expect you to be so scheming. I underestimated you.” Yuan Wei slowly stood up from the ground, as if she had already accepted reality.

“I don’t blame you for anything else, but have you ever thought that if Mom gets injured because of this and the child in her stomach is hurt, can you bear the consequences?” Yuan Xiao still could not accept the fact that Yuan Wei had become like this.

“The child in her stomach?” Yuan Wei smiled and said, “It’s even better if it’s gone. I don’t want another little fellow to go against me in the future.”

Yuan Xiao looked at Yuan Wei in disappointment. There seemed to be many changes in her.

“You shouldn’t be so vicious…” Yuan Xiao seemed to be talking to herself and questioning Yuan Wei.

“I’m vicious?” Yuan Wei seemed to have been provoked as she shouted agitatedly, “How did you treat me?! What did I do wrong? Why does everyone hate me?! Why does everyone like you?!”

Jealousy had completely blinded Yuan Wei’s eyes. She wished that Yuan Xiao could disappear forever.

“You still don’t know what you’ve done wrong? You’re simply incurable!” Yuan Xiao lowered her body angrily at Yuan Wei. “Don’t do anything to hurt others in the future! Especially Dad and Mom!”

“Is there any point in saying all this now?” Yuan Wei felt that Yuan Xiao was just acting. “Dad and Mom will ignore me in the future. You have fulfilled your wish and completely defeated me. You snatched everything that originally belonged to me. If we hadn’t been taken home by the wrong families, none of this would have happened!”

“Don’t worry, I won’t tell them about the recording..”

Chapter 149: Knowing Her Mistake

When Yuan Xiao saw Yuan Wei’s surprised expression, she explained, “Don’t misunderstand. I’m not helping you. I’m just afraid that Mom will be sad. After all, you’re still her daughter…”

Yuan Xiao was worried that what Yuan Wei had done would completely disappoint Sun Li. She was also afraid that once this matter was exposed, Yuan Wei would completely turn evil and walk on a path of no return.

“What do you want?” Yuan Wei did not believe that Yuan Xiao would be so kind. “I want you to be honest and not have any thoughts of hurting others.”

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s words, Yuan Wei sneered, “You’re really stupid. To not hurt others? Aren’t you afraid that others will hurt you?”

“I’m stupid?” Yuan Xiao said coldly, “I won’t even give others a chance to hurt me at all!”

Yuan Xiao was not boasting. She had indeed done it. Glancing at Yuan Wei, who was deep in thought, Yuan Xiao said, “I’m going to the hospital to see Mom.

Are you coming?”

Yuan Wei thought about it again and again before following Yuan Xiao to the hospital.

Sun Li had already been checked by the doctor and confirmed that she was fine. Yuan Xiao followed the location described by her father on the phone and found the VIP ward where Sun Li was.

“Mom, how do you feel?” Yuan Xiao looked at Sun Li, who was lying on the bed, and asked worriedly.

“I’m fine. Did I scare you?” Sun Li looked at Yuan Xiao and Yuan Wei and the corners of her mouth slowly curled up. Her face was still a little pale, but her voice was very gentle.

“Mom, I’m sorry…” Yuan Wei felt a little uncomfortable when she saw Sun Li’s haggard appearance.

“It’s fine. You don’t know. Mom was frightened by cats when I was young. I’m just a little timid, but I’m fine now.”

Hearing Sun Li’s words, Yuan Wei could not help but tear up. She really began to regret her impulsiveness.

“Xiao Xiao, Xiao Wei, Mom cares about you very much. When Little Brother is born in the future, Mom will ask him to protect his two sisters well. You have to take good care of yourselves, okay?” Sun Li put her arms around her two daughters’ shoulders and smiled blissfully.

Yuan Ming had just asked the doctor about things to take note of. When he walked to the door of the ward, he saw the mother and daughters inside. Such a warm scene gradually calmed the anger in his heart.

Fortunately, Sun Li was fine. Yuan Ming also cherished his current happiness.

The Yuan Family’s matter finally came to an end. Yuan Wei realized her mistake, and Yuan Xiao buried the truth of this matter in her heart.

After Sun Li was discharged from the hospital, Yuan Xiao finally returned to her house on the morning of New Year’s Eve.

When Shen Hai and Feng Mei heard that Sun Li was hospitalized, they originally thought that Yuan Xiao would not be able to return for the new year. When they saw Yuan Xiao return home, they were pleasantly surprised.

The reunion dinner for the three of them was also especially sumptuous. Shen Hai had drunk a lot of wine. This year’s experience had made him gain a lot in his family and career.

After watching the Chinese New Year Festival Gala and wrapping the dumplings, Yuan Xiao sent a greeting to everyone at midnight before returning to her room to rest.

She wanted to sleep in, but the next morning, Yuan Xiao was woken up by Fang Yao’s call.

“Happy New Year, Xiao Xiao.”

Yuan Xiao glanced at the time and grumbled softly, “Young Master Fang, didn’t we already celebrate the New Year at midnight last night?”

“But it’s the first day of the new year. It’s already 10 0’clock. Aren’t you up yet?” It was a little noisy on Fang Yao’s end. He should be outdoors.

Yuan Xiao looked up at the clock on the wall and realized that it was indeed past 10. She was a little surprised. This was the first time she had woken up so late.

“You’re up now. Where are you? It’s so noisy over there.” Yuan Xiao stretched and sat up from the bed.

“I’m downstairs!”

Fang Yao’s words woke Yuan Xiao up instantly. Before she could put on her shoes, Yuan Xiao hurriedly ran to the window and pulled open the curtains. She immediately saw Fang Yao waving at her downstairs.

“Are you surprised? Are you surprised?” Fang Yao’s voice came from the receiver.

Yuan Xiao looked at Fang Yao downstairs, with more than 20 gift boxes around him. She felt suffocated.

“Surprised…” Yuan Xiao turned to look at herself in the mirror with a nest of hair and quickly closed the curtains.

“Xiao Xiao, are you unwilling to let me go up?”

On the phone, Fang Yao sounded a little aggrieved. Yuan Xiao comforted him helplessly, “Of course not. Give me 10 minutes. I’ll pick you up personally!”

After hanging up the phone, Yuan Xiao quickly opened the bedroom door and rushed into the bathroom.

“Xiao Xiao, you’re up. When do you want to eat?” Shen Hai and Feng Mei, who were sitting in the living room, asked when they saw Yuan Xiao get up and enter the bathroom..

Chapter 150: Visiting for the New Year

“Dad, Mom, Fang Yao is here. I’ll pack up and go down to pick him up later!” Yuan Xiao stuck her head out of the bathroom and said something before immediately shrinking back.

“Fang Yao?” Shen Hai and Feng Mei were also a little surprised to hear that Fang Yao was coming to the house. The two of them cleaned up briefly and stood in the living room to size each other up.

“Honey, we have to change our clothes. This is the first time the child has come to our house to visit for the New Year. Shouldn’t we wear something more formal?” Shen Hai saw that Feng Mei was still wearing an apron and felt that it was not good for Fang Yao to see her like this. It would appear that they did not really welcome him.

“We should. Old Shen, change into the sweater Xiao Xiao bought for you a while ago.” Feng Mei took off her apron and instructed Shen Hai, “Also, remember to put on your socks. I have to comb my hair too.”

The three of them started to tidy up because of Fang Yao’s sudden visit. Then, Yuan Xiao saw a scene that surprised her. When she came out of the bathroom, her parents had also dressed up seriously. Their clothes and hair were especially formal.

“Dad, Mom, you…” Yuan Xiao was caught between laughter and tears as she looked at her meticulously dressed parents. They seemed to take Fang Yao very seriously.

“Has Fang Yao arrived?” Shen Hai saw that his daughter was still wearing her pajamas and instructed anxiously, “Remember to change your clothes later.”

“Alright, he’s already downstairs. I’ll go change and pick him up now.” Yuan Xiao smiled and returned to the bedroom to change. She chose a pink dress she had bought with Sun Li at the mall a few days ago and looked much cuter than usual.

Shen Hai and Feng Mei watched Yuan Xiao walk out of the door, feeling a little nervous and excited.

“Honey, why do I feel like I’m meeting my son-in-law?”

Feng Mei smiled and said, “Fang Yao is a good child. It’s good if he really becomes our son-in-law.”

“No, Xiao Xiao is still so young. I can’t think about this.” Shen Hai suddenly felt a little uncomfortable. He had a feeling that his daughter was about to leave with someone when she had just grown up.

“Didn’t you say that you feel like you’re meeting your son-in-law?” Feng Mei looked at the serious Shen Hai, afraid that he would scare Fang Yao, who had come to visit tor tne New year.

“Be nicer to the child later. Don’t pull a long face.”

Although Shen Hai was a little unwilling, he still nodded at Feng Mei.

“Dad, Mom, Fang Yao is here.” Hearing Yuan Xiao’s voice, Shen Hai and Feng Mei stood up and looked out the door.

“Uncle, Auntie, Happy New Year!” Fang Yao was carrying gift boxes of different sizes and had three or four hanging on his wrist.

“Why did you bring so many things?” Feng Mei went to help Fang Yao carry the bags in surprise.

She was not just being polite. It was already a miracle that Fang Yao could bring in the things in his hand by himself, not to mention that Yuan Xiao was holding four to five small gift boxes.

“How did you carry them yourself?” Shen Hai asked the most curious question in his heart without thinking. Even if Fang Yao had three heads and six arms, it was difficult for him to take so many things alone.

“My brother drove me and dropped me off downstairs.” Fang Yao scratched his head awkwardly. Actually, he had been dumped downstairs by Fang Ming. These gifts were all paid for with Fang Ming’s money.

Fang Ming sent Fang Yao to the mall to choose gifts. When he paid the bill, his face almost turned green. Fang Ming never expected that he could rack up nearly a seven-figure sum in yuan just in a normal mall. Moreover, the two of them had spent a lot of effort just to transport the things to the car.

“Don’t just stand there. Come and sit.” Feng Mei placed the gift boxes of different sizes against the wall as much as possible and called Fang Yao to sit.

“Thank you, Auntie.” Fang Yao was wearing a blue casual suit that Wei Lan had bought for him. Unlike his usual black outfit, Fang Yao looked very bright and energetic, and he appeared much younger than usual.

Yuan Xiao looked at Fang Yao, who was sitting in the chair uneasily, and felt that he seemed to be very nervous.

“I’ll go cut some fruits.” After saying that, Yuan Xiao walked into the kitchen.

When Fang Yao saw Yuan Xiao leave, his expression became even more unnatural. Whether it was a fight or an exam, Fang Yao had never been so nervous.

“I heard from Xiao Xiao that you’re taking the college entrance examination in a few months?” Feng Mei gave Fang Yao a glass of warm water and sat on the chair beside him.

“Thank you, Auntie.” Fang Yao took the glass of water politely and replied to

Feng Mei, “Yes, I’ll be taking the college entrance examination this summer.”

Shen Hai sat opposite Fang Yao and sized up this obedient boy. He felt that the current Fang Yao was much different from the first time he saw him..