Ch. 251..260

Chapter 251

“Let’s go. I don’t want that Yuan Xiao to be alone with Qi Yuan!” Tang Lu endured the pain in her toes and continued to walk up the mountain.

“Don’t worry, Sister Lu Lu. It’s fine even if they stay together.” Zhong Zhi had long told Qi Yuan about her encounter with Fang Yao and Yuan Xiao at the breakfast shop.

Qi Yuan and Fang Yao had a good relationship. It might be because of Fang Yao that he took care of Yuan Xiao.

Zhong Zhi wanted to tell Tang Lu directly that Qi Yuan would not like Yuan Xiao, but after all, Qi Yuan’s attitude towards Tang Lu was clear. Zhong Zhi was unwilling to cause trouble for his cousin.

If Qi Yuan knew that he had given Tang Lu more confidence, he would definitely be scolded to death by Qi Yuan.

Zhong Zhi did not want to cause trouble, so he chose to speak as little as possible to avoid trouble.

“Of course. How can Qi Yuan like her?! I’m not worried about this at all!”

Tang Lu’s words completely confused Zhong Zhi. If she was really not worried, why did she have to follow him like this?

Zhong Zhi did not understand Tang Lu’s duplicity. He felt that it was precisely because of her confusing personality that she was getting further and further away from Qi Yuan.

“Then let’s go. In any case, the earlier we reach the top of the mountain, the earlier we can end it.” Zhong Zhi regretted asking Qi Yuan to take him along to participate in this outdoor shoot.

Initially, he thought that he could ease his relationship with Yuan Xiao, but he did not expect that he would not have the chance to interact with her.

As Yuan Xiao walked, she kept silently asking the system about her location from Pan Ning. It was not until she was very close to the top of the mountain that the system finally said that Pan Ning’s location was less than a hundred meters away from her.

Yuan Xiao glanced at the time. There was less than half an hour left until the mission timeout. If she was continuously followed by Qi Yuan, she would have no chance of finding Pan Ning.

“Senior Qi) I’ll walk around first. The scenery here is quite good.” Yuan Xiao smiled awkwardly. She really could not find a suitable reason to look for Pan Ning.

“Alright.” Qi Yuan thought for a moment and took out his phone. He said to Yuan Xiao, “Let’s exchange contact details. Contact me if anything happens.”

Qi Yuan was really worried that something would happen in the mountains. After all, Yuan Xiao was a girl. Even if she sprained her ankle in the mountains, it would be very dangerous.

However, his actions were not that simple in Tang Lu and Zhong Zhi’s eyes.

Tang Lu was about to step forward to stop him when Zhong Zhi pulled her back.

“Sister Lu Lu, don’t be rash! They’re just exchanging numbers. There’s nothing special!” Zhong Zhi gritted his teeth and grabbed Tang Lu’s arm tightly.

Tang Lu actually understood that there was nothing inappropriate about Qi Yuan’s actions, but she was still affected and felt indignant. After all, Qi Yuan had never been so concerned about any girl in the past.

“Alright, Senior Qi, I’ll go explore elsewhere first.” After exchanging cell phone numbers, Yuan Xiao finally started to act alone as she wished.

“Qi Yuan, wait a moment. Let’s go together!” Seeing that Qi Yuan did not look back, Tang Lu hurriedly chased after him.

Zhong Zhi looked at Tang Lu, who was hurriedly chasing after Qi Yuan, and sighed helplessly.

“Sigh, I’d better walk by myself.” Seeing that everyone had already walked away, Zhong Zhi could not help but feel sorry for Tang Lu. It was perseverance to chase after someone who did not like her.

Zhong Zhi felt that girls like Yuan Xiao were much luckier than Tang Lu. Not only did she have an outstanding boyfriend like Fang Yao, but she was also very good at interacting with others.

At this moment, Yuan Xiao wished she could use all her luck for the past year to find Pan Ning.

After separating from Qi Yuan, Yuan Xiao had been searching for Pan Ning in the mountains as quickly as possible.

Now, it was no longer a matter about the system’s mission. Yuan Xiao could not understand why Pan Ning would appear in this mountain.

“Little 7, could it be that Pan Ning is here for the purpose of letting me complete a mission?

Yuan Xiao suddenly had a terrifying guess. If the Academic Genius System could control the characters in this book just to issue missions, things would become even more terrifying.

[Of course not. This system is filled with a sense of justice. How can it treat other people’s lives as child’s play!]

Yuan Xiao did not know if it was her imagination, but she felt that after the system upgraded, even its tone became more and more vivid.

“That’s good. You have to promise me that Pan Ning will not be in danger!’ Yuan Xiao was not that determined to complete the mission per se, but if it was related to Pan Ning’s safety, Yuan Xiao had to take it seriously.

[Don’t worry, Host. Pan Ning’s life won’t be in danger, but it’s better for you to find her as soon as possible..]

Chapter 252:

Yuan Xiao wanted to find Pan Ning more than anyone else. According to the system, although Pan Ning’s life would not be in danger, there was no guarantee that she would not be injured.

Yuan Xiao had asked Meng Zhu about Pan Ning. She seemed to have had a huge argument with her family because of her application to university.

Although she was admitted to University A in the end, she still fell out with her family because of her choice of major.

Just as Yuan Xiao’s patience was about to be exhausted, she finally saw Pan

Ning sitting on the ground near the grass.

“Pan Ning!’

“Xiao Xiao?” Pan Ning was covered in mud. When she saw Yuan Xiao running over anxiously, she thought that she was hallucinating.

“Why are you here?” Pan Ning looked at Yuan Xiao, whose forehead was covered in sweat, and asked curiously.

“I wanted to ask you. Why are you on this mountain and covered in dirt?” As the system notified that the mission was successful, Yuan Xiao finally relaxed.

“I-”

Looking at Pan Ning’s hesitant expression, Yuan Xiao sighed softly and said,

“Alright, as long as you’re fine. Let’s go. I’ll bring you down the mountain.”

Yuan Xiao only wanted to take Pan Ning to a safer place. Whether it was running away from home or throwing a tantrum, she hoped that Pan Ning would not be injured.

“Xiao Xiao, I might have sprained my ankle. I accidentally fell just now and can’t stand up at all.”

Only then did Yuan Xiao realize that Pan Ning’s expression was actually awful. Behind her round glasses, her eyes were slightly red. It seemed that she had just cried.

“It’s fine. There are friends who came with me. Don’t be afraid. Wang Xin is also here. Let’s go down the mountain together later.” Yuan Xiao patted Pan Ning’s shoulder comfortingly and realized that her body was trembling slightly.

“Why did you turn off your phone? Don’t you know that it’s very dangerous to stay here?” Yuan Xiao looked at Pan Ning with heartache. She felt that even if Pan Ning was throwing a tantrum, she should not have turned off her phone. No matter what happened, she should not risk her life.

“I’m sorry, my cell phone might have broken.” Pan Ning brought the cell phone with a broken screen to Yuan Xiao. She had also tried to turn it on, but the screen remained black.

In fact, before Yuan Xiao appeared, Pan Ning had always been afraid. Her location was very remote, and there was no one coming and going. When she fell, Pan Ning had tried to call for help, but she had not received any response.

Pan Ning gradually became disappointed, and her already gloomy mood became even more depressed.

“You don’t have to apologize. You didn’t do anything wrong. I just don’t want you to get hurt.” Yuan Xiao’s heart ached when she saw Pan Ning cowering.

Back in the winter break training camp, although Pan Ning was also very introverted, her eyes lit up when she talked about things she liked. At that time, Yuan Xiao admired Pan Ning’s persistence in her hobbies.

“Senior Qi Yuan, I met an injured girl. I’ll send you the location later. Can you come over and help?” Yuan Xiao called Qi Yuan. After all, her strength was limited.

It would have been fine if Pan Ning’s foot was not injured. In her current state, Yuan Xiao could not bring her down the mountain.

“Alright, send me the location. Don’t be anxious. I’ll go over immediately.” Qi Yuan received Yuan Xiao’s call for help and quickly told Zhong Zhi beside him. The two of them instantly became much more serious.

Yuan Xiao also told Wang Xin about her encounter with Pan Ning. She was afraid that Pan Ning’s ankle injury would become more serious. After Yuan Xiao informed everyone, she squatted down and began to carefully examine Pan Ning’s ankle.

“It’s already a little swollen.” Yuan Xiao carefully checked Pan Ning’s injuries.

Fortunately, other than her ankle, Pan Ning did not suffer any other injuries.

“I’ll help you fix it briefly first. We’ll go straight to the hospital when we go down the mountain later.” Yuan Xiao had some medical knowledge and knew that Pan Ning should try her best to reduce her movements in her current situation.

Yuan Xiao used the camera’s frame to make a simple device that would not bend or shift. She tied Pan Ning’s ankle to the frame with her handkerchief to prevent it from being injured a second time..

Chapter 253

Qi Yuan and the others quickly found Yuan Xiao and helped her send the injured Pan Ning to the nearest hospital.

“Senior Qi, I’ve really troubled you today. I can handle the rest alone. Wang Xin will stay behind to accompany me,” Yuan Xiao said to Qi Yuan in embarrassment.

If not for Qi Yuan’s help today, she would not have been able to bring Pan Ning down from the mountain.

“Alright, I’ll go back first. Call me if there’s anything.” The other members of the photography club had already returned to school. Due to an unexpected situation, today’s activities had stopped.

After Qi Yuan left the hospital, Yuan Xiao went to the doctor to ask about Pan Ning’s condition. After confirming that Pan Ning only had a sprained ankle, she finally felt relieved.

Yuan Xiao first paid for Pan Ning’s medical fees. When she returned to the ward, she saw Pan Ning lying on the bed and Wang Xin, who was beside her with a worried expression.

“Pan Ning, should we inform Uncle and Auntie?” Wang Xin, who was sitting beside the bed, looked at Pan Ning’s pale face and asked worriedly.

When Pan Ning heard Wang Xin’s words, she shook her head gently and did not speak.

“Pan Ning, did you quarrel with your parents?” Yuan Xiao did not deliberately avoid the question. If Pan Ning was really angry with her parents and ran out on her own, her parents must be very worried now.

“They want me to repeat my studies.” Pan Ning’s eyes were red, and her voice was a little choked. “I didn’t listen to their opinion when I applied. This is the first time I’ve made a decision for myself since I was young.”

“But I didn’t expect that after they found out, they didn’t try to believe in me. Instead, they directly asked me to give up on reporting to university and take the exam for another year.”

Hearing Pan Ning’s words, Wang Xin could not understand what her parents were thinking. University A was clearly the best school that many students could not compare to, but Pan Ning, who was already outstanding enough, could not gain their recognition.

“So you sneaked out on your own?” Yuan Xiao frowned slightly.

If not for the system mission, she would not have run to that mountain. If that was the case, Pan Ning would be in danger.

“Yes, I originally wanted to go to University A to take a look, but my mother hid the acceptance letter. I still can’t report to school.”

Pan Ning wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes. Actually, sneaking over to University A was already the most out of line thing she had done since she was young.

“Pan Ning, I can understand how you feel, but it’s not rational to sneak out like this.” Yuan Xiao saw that Pan Ning lowered her head and did not speak. She knew that she was feeling very uncomfortable.

“Your cell phone is broken. Do you remember your parents’ phone number?”

Yuan Xiao was already very anxious when she could not contact Pan Ning. If Pan Nings parents found out that she had run away from home and could not contact her, they would definitely be especially anxious.

“I remember.” Pan Ning looked at Yuan Xiao with tears in her eyes and asked weakly, “Xiao Xiao, I don’t know how to face them. Can I wait till later to call them?”

‘Give me the number and I’ll help you say it.” Yuan Xiao took out her phone and comforted Pan Ning. “Don’t worry, I’ll think of a way to help you convince them.”

“Convince them to let me study biology at University A?” Pan Ning’s eyes suddenly lit up when she heard Yuan Xiao’s words. However, she immediately said with a difficult expression, “They’re not that easy to communicate with. Xiao Xiao, you don’t know, but my parents are really very domineering.”

“It doesn’t matter. I want to try. Are you willing to believe me?” Yuan Xiao looked at Pan Ning firmly. If she ignored Pan Ning’s matter, Pan Ning’s relationship with her parents would only worsen in the future.

“Okay.” Pan Ning told Yuan Xiao her mother’s phone number. As she watched her walk out of the ward with her phone, she became nervous.

“Pan Ning, don’t worry. Xiao Xiao will definitely be able to handle it.” Wang Xin held Pan Ning’s hand on the bed, wanting to make her feel better.

“I believe her.” Pan Ning finally revealed a faint smile. “Xiao Xiao is a very powerful girl. From the first time I saw her, I felt that she had a very unique charisma.”

“Optimistic and brave. Xiao Xiao is most mentally strong girl I’ve ever seen.” Although Pan Ning and Yuan Xiao had not known each other for so long, she could still feel her endless energy from Yuan Xiao..

Chapter 254

“That’s right. I also think that Xiao Xiao doesn’t seem to be afraid of anything. If she encounters any problems, she can solve them perfectly.” Wang Xin also agreed with Pan Ning. Yuan Xiao indeed had many shining points that could not be ignored.

“That’s why you have to trust her even more.”

Pan Ning smiled and nodded. She looked outside the ward, hoping that Yuan Xiao could communicate with her parents.

Yuan Xiao walked to a corridor that was relatively far from Pan Ning’s ward. Afraid that it would affect the patients in the hospital, Yuan Xiao specially walked to a corner that almost no one passed by.

She dialed the number Pan Ning had given her. After waiting for two rings, the call was picked up.

“Hello.” A middle-aged woman’s voice came from the phone. Although they were separated by the phone, Yuan Xiao could still hear the fatigue in her voice.

“Hello, Auntie. I’m Pan Ning’s friend, Yuan Xiao.”

“Ning Ning’s friend! Child, can you contact Ning Ning now?

Before Yuan Xiao could say why she was calling, she heard the woman on the phone agitatedly asking about Pan Ning’s situation.

“Auntie, don’t worry. Pan Ning is with me now. She’s very safe. Don’t worry.”

When the woman on the phone heard that Pan Ning was not in danger, she said in a choked voice, “Can you get Ning Ning to the phone? Her father and I found her missing this morning and have been looking for her for the entire morning. If there’s still no news, we plan to go to the police station to call the police later.”

When Yuan Xiao heard the woman’s anxious voice on the phone, her emotions were complicated. She clearly loved her child very much, but she had to force her to want to escape.

“Auntie, if it’s convenient, can you and Uncle come over? You can pick Pan Ning up later.”

When Pan Ning’s mother heard Yuan Xiao’s words, she paused for a moment.

However, in order to see her daughter, she promised Yuan Xiao and immediately rushed over.

Yuan Xiao was afraid that Pan Ning’s parents would be worried if she asked them to come to the hospital directly, so she told them that it was in a small park between University A and the hospital. She calculated the distance between the city and the park and arranged to meet them there in half an hour.

After hanging up the phone, Yuan Xiao walked back to the ward. Pan Ning immediately asked her, “Xiao Xiao, what did my mother say?

“I’ll talk to her when I meet her later.” Yuan Xiao walked to the side of the bed and comforted Pan Ning. “Don’t worry. I’ll go out later and have a good chat with Uncle and Auntie before bringing them over to see you.”

“Xiao Xiao, you don’t have to force yourself. IVs not that easy to communicate with my parents. It’s very difficult for them to change their minds.” Pan Ning did not want to make things difficult for Yuan Xiao.

She knew her parents the best. If it was really so easy to convince them, she would not have run out directly.

“It’s fine. Just wait for my news,” Yuan Xiao said.

“Xiao Xiao, I’ll stay here with Pan Ning. Don’t worry and go.” Wang Xin nodded at Yuan Xiao.

When Yuan Xiao walked out of the ward, the system in her mind suddenly reacted.

[Congratulations, Host. You have successfully completed the mission. You can obtain 500 points!]

However, Yuan Xiao’s brows were still furrowed. Persuading Pan Ning’s parents was much more difficult than completing the mission.

[Do you want to choose a special mission with 300 points next? Then, you can upgrade from intermediate mode to advanced mode!]

“Little 7, is there any way to persuade Pan Ning’s parents to let her study biology at University A?”

[Little 7 can’t interfere with other people’s thoughts. Dear Host, you should work hard yourself.]

“Alright, we’ll talk about the special mission after I convince Pan Ning’s parents.” Yuan Xiao did not have much hope for the system to begin with. Other than giving her missions, the system did not have many functions that could affect others.

After walking out of the hospital and taking a taxi, Yuan Xiao arrived at the small park that she had agreed to meet Pan Ning’s parents in about 10 minutes.

When Pan Ning’s parents arrived, Yuan Xiao was sitting on a bench not far from the entrance of the park.

Yuan Xiao recognized Pan Ning’s parents at a glance. After they got out of the car by the roadside, they quickly rushed to the park. Both of them looked anxious.

Seeing Pan Ning’s mother take out her phone from her backpack, Yuan Xiao got up from her chair and walked towards them.

“Uncle, Auntie, I’m Pan Ning’s friend, Yuan Xiao.”

“Hello, how’s our Ning Ning?” The woman who held Yuan Xiao was wearing a black suit. Her smart face was a little haggard..

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“She’s fine, Auntie. There’s just something I want to say to you on Pan Ning’s behalf in case something like her wanting to run away from home happens again.”

Yuan Xiao comforted Pan Ning’s mother and continued, “Auntie, can you give me 10 minutes? Then I’ll bring you to see Pan Ning.”

Although Pan Ning’s mother was anxious, Yuan Xiao did not look like she was lying, so she agreed and sat on a bench in the park with Pan Ning’s father.

“Uncle, Auntie, don’t you want Pan Ning to come to University A?” Seeing that they were already seated, Yuan Xiao went straight to the point.

“It’s not that I don’t want her to study at University A, but I don’t want her to choose a biology major.” Pan Ning’s mother could not help but feel frustrated when she mentioned this.

“What does she want to do after studying biology? Does she want to lock herself in the laboratory every day? She’s introverted to begin with. If she doesn’t interact with others, what will she become in the future?

Yuan Xiao had already expected Pan Ning’s mother’s words. However, what Yuan Xiao did not expect was that Pan Ning’s departure did not seem to affect her mother’s thoughts at all.

“I don’t think Pan Ning is introverted.” Yuan Xiao smiled and said to Pan Ning’s parents, “Uncle, Auntie, have you ever thought that Pan Ning just doesn’t like to talk in front of you?

“We’re her parents and the closest people to her. What reason does she have to not want to talk to us?” Pan Ning’s mother retorted unhappily.

“Indeed, but not being understood by the people closest to her is the most painful thing for Pan Ning.”

After Yuan Xiao finished speaking, Pan Ning’s parents fell silent for a moment.

Her father seemed to be swayed by Pan Ning’s departure. Although he did not say anything, he looked uneasy.

“Child, did Ning Ning want to tell us these things?” Pan Ning’s father looked a little more rational than her mother.

“Uncle, although I really don’t want to say this, Pan Ning has almost given up on communicating with you.”

Yuan Xiao’s words were very direct, but in the face of such stubborn parents, if Yuan Xiao did not say something more serious, it would not be useful at all.

“Wife, this child is right. We did push Ning Ning too hard.” Pan Ning’s father sighed in self-reproach and said to his wife beside him, “Why don’t we listen to Ning Ning’s thoughts and let her study at University A?”

When Yuan Xiao heard Pan Ning’s father’s words, she was just a little happy. Then, she heard her mother’s objection.

“No, choosing a major is very important. If she continues to fool around, her life will be ruined.”

Pan Ning’s mother’s stubbornness was something Yuan Xiao did not expect. Yuan Xiao did not understand why some parents always wanted to force their thoughts on their children in the name of thinking for their children.

“If you insist, Pan Ning’s life will be ruined.”

Yuan Xiao looked at the woman beside her who had a stunned expression and said her thoughts directly. “Uncle, Auntie, are you that unaware of what your daughter is like? Although Pan Ning looks quiet, she actually has her own thoughts. If you blindly interfere with her decision, it will definitely cause

unpredictable consequences.”

“But I just can’t stand the way she’s obsessed with those insects and animals every day. If this continues, won’t she become a freak? How can any friends be willing to interact with her?”

Pan Ning’s mother felt upset when she thought about how her daughter would spend the rest of her life facing those strange creatures.

“If there were really no friends who were willing to interact with her, I wouldn’t be standing here and risk being hated by you guys to be Pan Ning’s lobbyist.”

When Pan Ning’s father heard Yuan Xiao’s words, his expression softened a lot. He could tell that the little girl in front of him was sincerely thinking for Pan Ning.

“Child, have you known Ning Ning for a long time? I feel that you look familiar.”

Hearing her husband’s words, Pan Ning’s mother suddenly felt that the little girl in front of her was a little familiar, as if she had seen her somewhere before.

“I haven’t known Pan Ning for long. I look familiar perhaps because of the news report from Minghe High School.” Yuan Xiao had heard Pan Ning mention that her parents had seen the news report of her winning the award.

At that time, they had even praised her in front of Pan Ning.

“You’re the child who won first place in the provincial competition!” Pan Ning’s father suddenly reacted and looked at the little girl in front of him in surprise..

Chapter 256

“Yuan Xiao, yes, that’s the name.” Pan Ning’s mother also reacted and looked at Yuan Xiao with a hint of admiration.

Yuan Xiao nodded and explained to Pan Ning’s parents, “I participated in the winter vacation training camp organized by the professors of University A before. I also became good friends with Pan Ning there.”

“Ning Ning is lucky to have such an outstanding friend like you. Yuan Xiao, if Pan Ning has any questions in the future that she doesn’t understand, she will have to ask you for guidance.” Pan Ning’s mothers words were much more enthusiastic. It seemed that Yuan Xiao’s excellence was indeed very important in her eyes.

“I think I’m actually the lucky one who can be friends with Pan Ning.” Yuan Xiao smiled and continued, “The first time Pan Ning moved me was when I saw her observing the insects and plants in the flower bed.”

“Ning Ning is like that. Sometimes, she can’t walk when she sees those flowers and insects.”

Seeing that Pan Ning’s mother was very resistant to Pan Ning’s actions, Yuan Xiao interrupted her and added, “But you don’t know that she can really recognize many different plants. She’s really talented in studying these flowers and plants. I can’t compare to her in this.”

“Yuan Xiao, the things you focus on are all valuable. The things Ning Ning likes are useless.” Pan Ning’s mother seemed to admire Yuan Xiao. In her eyes, a child with outstanding grades like Yuan Xiao would not have any flaws.

“My grades are good precisely because I don’t have anything I particularly like.

If I could like something as much as Pan Ning does, I’ll feel lucky.”

Seeing Pan Ning’s parents fall silent, Yuan Xiao hurriedly added, “Auntie, it’s very rare to have a passionate hobby and an outstanding talent in this aspect. You should support Ning Ning.”

“She just likes it. How can she be considered talented?” Pan Ning’s mother did not seem to think that Pan Ning was outstanding.

“Being able to get into University A is enough to prove that Pan Ning is very outstanding. You should believe her and give her a chance to make a decision for her life.”

Seeing that Pan Ning’s parents seemed to be hesitating, Yuan Xiao tried her best to persuade them. “If Pan Ning’s choice is really not suitable, she can transfer to another faculty in university. There’s no need for her to waste another year to repeat her studies. I’m also a freshman of University A this year. I’m in the same school as Pan Ning. We can take care of each other.”

“Sigh, Ning Ning is just like you. She’s very stubborn.” Pan Ning’s father also persuaded, “Why don’t you believe her this once? Ning Ning has never made a decision since she was young. This time, we should understand her more.”

Pan Ning’s father’s words also played a huge role. Yuan Xiao was very glad that one of them was receptive.

“Alright, let’s go take a look at Ning Ning first.” Pan Ning’s mother finally showed a trace of hesitation and asked Yuan Xiao, “Yuan Xiao, where is Ning Ning now?

Yuan Xiao thought for a moment and told her parents about Pan Ning being in the hospital. She also told them that she had actually found Pan Ning on the mountain.

“Child, quickly take us to see Ning Ning.” Pan Ning’s mother was worried when she heard that her daughter had run up the mountain alone and was injured.

“Alright, Auntie. Pan Ning has already been checked. It’s just a sprained ankle.

It’s not particularly serious.”

Pan Ning’s parents drove over. Yuan Xiao got into the car and told Pan Ning’s father the exact location of the hospital.

“Child, thank you so much. If not for your help, Ning Ning might have been in so much danger.” Pan Ning’s mother sat in the backseat with Yuan Xiao. She held Yuan Xiao’s hand and thanked her.

“You’re welcome, Auntie.” Yuan Xiao held Pan Ning’s mother’s hand and said slowly, “Pan Ning is also my friend. I don’t want her to be injured.”

“Yuan Xiao, you’re such a good child. Not only are you good at studying, but you’re also kind-hearted.” Pan Ning’s mother looked at Yuan Xiao with admiration and gratitude in her eyes.

“It’s precisely because we don’t want Pan Ning to be in danger that I want to persuade you to give her a chance.”

Seeing that Pan Ning’s mother still trusted her, Yuan Xiao voiced out her thoughts. “I happened to meet Pan Ning when I was participating in the club activity this time. If she runs out alone because of you in the future, she might not be so lucky..”

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Yuan Xiao originally did not want to use Pan Ning’s safety to worry her mother, but in order to make Pan Ning’s mother understand and support her in coming to University A, she could only use this method.

Yuan Xiao felt that her words had worked. Pan Ning’s parents’ attitudes had clearly changed.

When they arrived at the hospital, Yuan Xiao brought the two of them to Pan Ning’s ward. When they saw Pan Ning on the hospital bed, her parents finally could not contain the worry in their hearts. Both of them cried.

“Uncle, Auntie, have a good chat.” Yuan Xiao relaxed a little when she saw Pan Ning’s mother nod at her. At the very least, Pan Ning’s parents would not force her to repeat her studies.

Yuan Xiao pulled Wang Xin out of the ward, giving Pan Ning and her parents some privacy.

“Xiao Xiao, how did the discussion go? Will Pan Ning’s parents force her to study law?” Walking out of the ward, Wang Xin could not wait to ask Yuan Xiao about the outcome of the conversation.

“I don’t think so, unless they really want to lose their daughter.”

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s words, Wang Xin widened her eyes in disbelief and asked her, “No way, Xiao Xiao. Did you tell them that Pan Ning wanted to die?”

“Why would I?” Yuan Xiao smiled helplessly and explained, “But it’s true that Pan Ning was in danger. If she didn’t quarrel with them, why would Pan Ning come out?”

“That’s true. After my parents found out that I got into University A, the two of them were so happy that they didn’t rest well the entire night. How could they still have the mood to care about what major I chose? Even if it was the major with the lowest score in University A, my parents treated me as the pride of the entire family.”

Wang Xin’s personality was very straightforward. Yuan Xiao could tell that her family relationship should be very harmonious.

“Then study hard and don’t let your parents down.”

“Xiao Xiao, why are you talking like my high school teacher?” Wang Xin looked at Yuan Xiao, who was about the same age as her, and felt that she sometimes gave off a particularly mature and rational vibe.

“Don’t just talk about me. Your parents must be very proud of you. You’re an influential figure in our city. Although no one is familiar with your face, the competitions you’ve participated in are very prestigious.”

“That’s right. They support me very much and love me very much.” Yuan Xiao thought of Feng Mei and Shen Hai and suddenly felt a little sad.

If not for the fact that she had this chance to be reborn, she would not have known that they were so good. In her previous life, she had been very distant from Feng Mei and Shen Hai because their conditions were inferior to the Yuan Family.

“Stop talking about it. I’m a little homesick.” Wang Xin was a little agitated. She was different from Yuan Xiao and Pan Ning. She was not from this city. If she wanted to go home, she could only wait for the holidays.

“School has just started. If you miss home, wait until tonight to video call your parents.” Yuan Xiao could understand Wang Xin’s feelings. After all, she was actually older than her and would be more independent in all aspects.

“Let’s go. It’s noon. Let’s go out and buy some food.” Yuan Xiao saw that Pan Ning and her parents would probably chat for a while, so she pulled Wang Xin out to buy lunch.

When they returned to the ward, Pan Ning and her parents had just finished their conversation. Yuan Xiao could tell from Pan Ning and her parents’ red eyes that their conversation should have been very touching and the outcome should have been good. Pan Ning finally smiled.

“Come on, let’s eat. You must be hungry after all the work this morning.” Yuan Xiao knew that Pan Ning’s departure must have been a huge blow to her parents. The two of them must not have been in the mood to eat.

“Xiao Xiao, my parents have agreed to let me study at University A.” Pan Ning looked at Yuan Xiao, her eyes filled with gratitude. “They said that you think I’m very outstanding and trustworthy. Xiao Xiao, thank you so much.”

Yuan Xiao looked at Pan Ning’s teary eyes and was a little moved. She walked forward and gave Pan Ning a hug. “Why are you thanking me? Uncle and Auntie are willing to give you a chance. You have to work hard and reassure them.”

“Uncle, Auntie, don’t worry. I’m willing to improve with Pan Ning. We’ll definitely work hard and let you see success in every field.”

Yuan Xiao’s words touched Pan Ning’s parents. Pan Ning’s parents could finally rest assured that she had a friend who was so considerate of her.

After the few of them finished their lunch in the ward, Pan Ning’s parents brought Pan Ning home. They said that they wanted to make some preparations for Pan Ning’s admission. After all, she had to find a suitable reason for reporting late..

Chapter 258

“Pan Ning, rest well. Xiao Xiao and I will wait for you at University A!” Wang Xin waved at Pan Ning, who was in the car, and watched the family leave the hospital with Yuan Xiao.

“Let’s go. We should go back to school. Li Chang called just now and said that the club event has been postponed. However, the content of the filming this time has been changed by the president. It seems that there’s no need to go out for an outdoor shoot.” Yuan Xiao told Wang Xin what Li Chang had just said on the phone.

“Then what should we film? I’m really out of ideas after today. I really don’t have any talent in photography.” Wang Xin leaned weakly on Yuan Xiao’s shoulder. After worrying about Pan Ning for the entire morning, Wang Xin was already exhausted.

“The filming this time seems to be credit-bearing. The content is organized by the school. I heard that they don’t even have to leave the school gate.”

As Yuan Xiao spoke, she observed Wang Xin’s expression. Sure enough, after she said that she could earn credits, Wang Xin perked up.

“That’s fine then. Initially, I was wondering if I should join the Student Union just in case I don’t have enough credits at the end of the semester. But taking photos is much better than going to the Student Union. Xiao Xiao, your decision to join the club seems to be right!”

The two of them returned to University A while chatting and laughing. Before returning to the dormitory, they remembered that the camera was still with Li Chang.

“Li Chang should be in the dormitory too. Let’s go and take a look.” Wang Xin pulled Yuan Xiao to Li Chang’s dormitory and knocked politely before entering.

After hearing the answer, Wang Xin slowly pushed open the door. “Hello, is Li

Chang in the dormitory?”

Before Wang Xin could see the people in the dormitory clearly, she heard a disdainful voice.

“It’s you guys. Li Chang went out.” Cui Ya was lying on the bed playing with her cell phone. When she noticed that the people who came in were Yuan Xiao and Wang Xin, her tone instantly became impolite.

“Cui Ya?” Wang Xin did not expect to meet Cui Ya. Facing her mean expression, she asked angrily, “Where did Li Chang go?”

“Don’t you have a cell phone? Ask her yourself!”

“You!” Hearing Cui Ya’s answer, Wang Xin felt her anger ignite.

“Let’s go. We’ll ask her ourselves.” Yuan Xiao was unwilling to argue with Cui Ya. After all, Li Chang was in the same dormitory as her. It was not good for anyone to make things too awkward.

“Xiao Xiao, Wang Xin, you’re back.”

Yuan Xiao was about to pull Wang Xin away when Li Chang returned to the dormitory after getting water.

Seeing that the atmosphere in the dormitory was not right, Li Chang cleared her throat and said to Yuan Xiao and Wang Xin, “Let’s go out and talk.”

After being pulled out of the dormitory by Li Chang and Yuan Xiao, Wang Xin asked Li Chang unhappily, “Has Cui Ya always been so arrogant? We really should teach her a lesson!”

“Alright, heroine, don’t tell me you want to be punished as soon as school starts?” Yuan Xiao couldn’t help but dampen Wang Xin’s spirits. She was really worried that Wang Xin’s temper would flare up and she would get physical with

cui Ya.

“But you can’t be bullied by someone like her!”

“Alright, Wang Xin, don’t worry. I won’t be bullied.” Li Chang took Wang Xin’s arm and said intimately to her, “With you guys around, it’s already good enough that I don’t bully others.”

“You didn’t make it clear on the phone just now. What exactly is the club filming?” Yuan Xiao thought of what Li Chang had said about filming in school. After all, she had already joined the club. There were some activities that she had to do as well as possible.

At the mention of the club, Li Chang could not hide the excitement in her eyes. She explained to Yuan Xiao and Wang Xin, “It’s to film the school’s promotional video. I heard that it’s usually filmed by the school belle and the school hunk!”

“Aren’t we in the photography club? Why do we have to shoot a promotional video?” Wang Xin was a little uninterested. It was already difficult enough for her to take photos, but this time, she actually had to shoot a short film.

“It’s impossible for the school to find a professional photography team. Be content. I heard that many students envy us. It’s also a joy to be able to get close to the school belle and the school hunk.” Li Chang did not think that filming the promotional video was difficult. At the very least, it was much better than climbing a mountain.

“There are so many members in our club. Who should film it?” Yuan Xiao was more practical. The school only needed one promotional video every year. If everyone filmed it together, the number of people would be unreasonable.

“There are more than one or two school belle and school hunks. The president said that everyone can form their own teams. They will have to rely on their ability to recruit people to joing them for their filming..”

Chapter 259

Li Chang smiled ingratiatingly and said to Yuan Xiao, “I’m afraid I’ll have to trouble your Fang Yao to help when the time comes. I’ve already asked around.

Fang Yao is the most suitable candidate in everyone’s eyes, but he rejected everyone who invited him last semester.”

“So, you’ve set your sights on Fang Yao and want him to be the main character of your film?” Yuan Xiao saw through Li Chang’s thoughts. She was certain that Fang Yao would listen to her.

“It’s our film. Xiao Xiao, you’ll definitely be in the same group as me, right?” Li Chang smiled and explained, “You don’t know how popular your Fang Yao is.

The promotional video is selected by the students of University A. As long as

Fang Yao is willing to appear on screen, we’ll definitely be first!”

“Can being the first place add credits?” Yuan Xiao asked casually.

“Of course. Moreover, I heard that the school will give us a bonus if they do use our film!”

Hearing Li Chang’s words, Yuan Xiao’s eyes lit up. She was not worried about credits. Even if she did not pass the club activity, with Yuan Xiao’s results and usual performance, her credits would definitely be sufficient.

However, if there was a bonus, everything would be different. After all, who would complain that they had too much money?

“Sure, I’ll try.”

Hearing Yuan Xiao agree, Li Chang and Wang Xin were very happy. At the thought of Fang Yao’s support, Li Chang began to look forward to it. “The selection of the promotional video will only start next month. In other words, we have a month’s time. We will definitely be able to film good works!”

“However, which of the three of us knows how to use the camera properly?” Yuan Xiao thought of a more realistic problem. The three of them were new to photography. Even if Fang Yao was willing to participate in the filming, they might not be able to film the promotional video well.

“The president said that there should be at most four people in a group. Why don’t the three of us find another old member of the club to join? That way, we can win for sure.’

Li Chang thought about who could better join and muttered to himself, “If only

Senior Qi Yuan could join. He’s the most skilled in the photography club.. ‘

“I’ll ask him when I have time. It would be best if he’s willing to help.” Yuan Xiao felt that Qi Yuan was a good person. Although he looked a little cold, Qi Yuan did take good care of her during the incident earlier in the day.

Hearing Yuan Xiao’s words, Li Chang and Wang Xin looked at her in admiration. They felt that it was a very lucky thing to be teammates with Yuan

Xiao.

“Alright, don’t look at me like that. Take some time to learn about photography, lest you embarrass yourself.”

“Sigh, speaking of taking the time, can you accompany me to the basketball court to take a look? Zhao Yu keeps asking me to watch him train.” Li Chang did not like to go to the basketball court alone. Zhao Yu wanted to train on court, but she did not know much about basketball. It was really boring to sit alone at the side.

“I won’t be going. Our teacher asked us to watch 30 classic foreign movies in a week and then write the reflections in English. We’ve already wasted an entire day today. From now on, I’ll go to the library to work hard.”

Wang Xin majored in foreign languages and had met the most stringent teacher in the entire department. Wang Xin did not want to leave a deep impression on the teacher. If she was targeted by the teacher at the beginning of her freshman year, she would not have an easy time for the past four years.

“Alright, then work hard.” Li Chang looked at Yuan Xiao, who was about to speak, and immediately grabbed her arm. “You can’t reject me anymore. Wang Xin has already used her only chance. You have to accompany me to watch basketball training!”

Yuan Xiao originally wanted to return to the dormitory to organize the system mission, but looking at Li Chang’s expression, she could not refuse anymore.

Li Chang pulled her to the gymnasium. Just as the two of them were about to enter, Yuan Xiao received a call from Fang Yao.

Li Chang noticed Fang Yao on the caller ID and blinked at Yuan Xiao. She said, “Answer the call first. I’ll wait for you inside. It’s best if you can talk to Colonel Fang about the promotional video.”

Yuan Xiao looked helplessly at Li Chang, who had run into the gymnasium, and answered Fang Yao’s call.

“Xiao Xiao, are you back in school now? How was today’s event?” Fang Yao had just returned to University A when he called Yuan Xiao. Yuan Xiao said, “I’m in the gymnasium. Are you back?”

“I’ll be there in a minute. Wait for me there.”

Yuan Xiao hung up the phone and soon saw Fang Yao running over..

Chapter 260

“Why are you running? It’s not as if I’m not waiting for you.” Seeing Fang Yao, Yuan Xiao’s mood improved a lot.

She did not know when it started that Fang Yao’s appearance would make her feel at ease.

“I want to see you as soon as possible.” Fang Yao hugged Yuan Xiao tightly. They had only been apart for a day, but Fang Yao felt that this day was especially long.

“Fang Yao, when did you become so good at talking?” Yuan Xiao felt that Fang Yao’s personality had changed a lot since he got together with her.

“After I got together with you.” Fang Yao looked at Yuan Xiao in front of him. Even now, he still felt that it was magical that she could come to University A to study. “I always think about how to make you happy and how to make you unwilling to leave me.”

Yuan Xiao smiled. Thinking of what Li Chang had asked of her, she said to Fang

Yao, “Then there’s one thing now.”

When Fang Yao heard Yuan Xiao’s words, he asked curiously, “Why? Does

Teacher Yuan need my help with anything?”

“I’m talking about serious matters.” Yuan Xiao put away her joking attitude and asked Fang Yao, “Ah Yao, I want to know why you’re unwilling to participate in the filming of the school’s promotional video. So many people want to invite you. Besides, don’t you get extra credits if you participate?”

“I don’t lack those credits. I don’t like the feeling of having to accommodate others.” Fang Yao was not an easy-going person to begin with. Moreover, he knew the content of the school’s promotional video. Usually, the featured student would show off his talent before saying something welcoming.

It was impossible for Fang Yao to be interested in such a thing. In his opinion, even if University A did not film these boring promotional videos, thousands of students would be willing to study at University A unless their scores were not enough.

“Then how about I plan it for you, and you accommodate me?” Yuan Xiao smiled meaningfully at Fang Yao, as if she had already thought about it for him.

“You’re going to shoot the promotional video too?”

Yuan Xiao nodded and revealed her motive. “That’s right. Moreover, I specially came to invite School Hunk Fang to join the filming.”

Fang Yao thought for a moment and asked Yuan Xiao, “Are you being filmed

“Me?” Yuan Xiao shook her head and said awkwardly, “I’ll forget about it. The promotional video will be voted and selected by students. I’m a new student.

No one will be willing to vote for me, right?”

“Then who do you want me to film with? Doesn’t the promotional video need at least two people?” Fang Yao asked unhappily when he heard that Yuan Xiao would not participate in the filming.

“Our team hasn’t decided on the other person, but you’re indeed our number one candidate.” Yuan Xiao was trying her best to find who else was more popular in University A.

“Why don’t you look for the school belle in your grade? I think her name is Xu Ying. If she knows that you’re participating in the filming, she should be willing to join…” As Yuan Xiao was thinking, she heard Fang Yao’s dissatisfied voice.

“Yuan Xiao, what are you thinking?” Fang Yao pinched Yuan Xiao’s face angrily.

“Are you so willing to let me film the promotional video with another girl?”

Yuan Xiao’s face hurt from Fang Yao’s pinch. She hurriedly changed her words and explained, “No, I just want to choose someone with higher popularity.”

“That can’t be Xu Ying!” Fang Yao felt a headache whenever he thought of Xu Ying. When he first entered school, he had spent a lot of effort to get rid of her. No matter what the reason was, Fang Yao did not want to be involved with her anymore.

“Then we’ll decide. However, you must help me,” Yuan Xiao said.

“It depends on who you choose to film with me.” Fang Yao rubbed Yuan Xiao’s head hard. He felt that although she had good grades and was smart, she was very much like a fool when she was in a relationship.

“Boss!” Zhao Yu walked out of the stadium with a basketball. He said to Fang Yao and Yuan Xiao, “I heard from Li Chang that you’re here. Why didn’t you go in and take a look?”

“Look at your sweat. Looks like you trained well.” Yuan Xiao saw Zhao Yu’s face full of sweat and felt that he really loved basketball.

“It’s alright. We’re about to compete with other schools. We have to speed up our training.”

Zhao Yu wiped his sweat with a towel and asked Fang Yao, “Boss, are you really not interested in playing with us? Aren’t you good at basketball? You even beat me a few times in high school.”

“Just because I play well doesn’t mean I have to compete. I’m just interested.”

Hearing Fang Yao’s words, Yuan Xiao looked at him in surprise and asked, “Ah Yao, you actually know how to play basketball?”