Chapter 437

"Hey, is it too much of a hardship for you to lie down next to me?"

When Ning Shuang saw that Wu Liang dared to criticize her, she smiled maliciously, reached out her small hand to pinch Wu Liang's cheek, and poked his waist.

"You silly girl."

Annoyed by Ning Shuang's harassment, Wu Liang grabbed her small hand and held it around his waist.

He turned over to look at Ning Shuang's position, unaware that he was now pressed directly against Ning Shuang.

"I mean... isn't this a bit too close...?"

Wu Liang was momentarily stunned, staring blankly at Ning Shuang's pretty face that was so close to his.

The distance between the two was now less than two fingertips; he could touch Ning Shuang's nose with just a slight tilt of his head.

No, why is Ning Shuang standing so close to me?

"Do you hate this?"

Ning Shuang stared quietly into Wu Liang's eyes with her large, watery eyes, but her tightly clenched lips revealed her nervousness.

A blush crept onto her delicate and pretty face. In fact, she also felt shy, hesitant, and uneasy about it.

Even Xixi has now overtaken her. She was the one who had been by Wu Liang's side the longest, but now she's been left behind.

But she can't stay in the same place any longer; if she doesn't take the initiative, she'll be eliminated sooner or later.

She was no longer satisfied with the status quo; she hoped to have a closer relationship with Wu Liang, rather than just being classmates or friends.

"Ning Shuang?"

Feeling the fragrance emanating from Ning Shuang's breath and hair, Wu Liang couldn't help but swallow to soothe his somewhat dry throat.

What's going on? Ning Shuang suddenly seems like a completely different person...

"Turn around."

Ning Shuang blushed and broke free from Wu Liang's grasp, then pushed Wu Liang's body back over.

"Ah, oh..."

Completely bewildered, Wu Liang turned around again. He didn't quite understand what Ning Shuang was trying to do...

But just as he turned around, he suddenly felt a softness in his back, as if his entire back was being squeezed by a marshmallow, and two jade-white arms wrapped around his waist like white snakes, holding him tightly.

"Ning Shuang, what's wrong with you...?"

"Just for a little while, just stay like this for a little while..."

Before Wu Liang could speak, Ning Shuang's soft, mosquito-like murmur rang in his ears.

Ning Shuang hugged Wu Liang from behind, her flushed face buried in his back, pressing her body as close to his as possible as she whispered.

Feeling the softness and smoothness behind him, Wu Liang's tense body stiffened like a stone.

He didn't dare move an inch now. Of course he knew what the softness against his back was, but he didn't understand, he didn't understand why Ning Shuang suddenly...

"..."

Ning Shuang raised her little head and gazed at Wu Liang's broad back with eyes full of longing.

Ah... I never knew this guy was so muscular... I'd never really noticed before...

Chapter Fourteen: Qijiu - The Long-Awaited Return

The fiery clouds ignited by the setting sun revealed a vibrant red hue, and the misty, colorful clouds dyed the distant horizon a deep crimson.

The students practically stepped out of the gate as the bell rang, gathering in twos and threes to discuss where to go for a stroll or to talk about the girls in the next class.

But as they stepped out of the academy gates, a stunningly beautiful woman with long, wavy blonde hair, a curvaceous figure, and long, sexy legs instantly caught their attention.

Her delicate face was adorned with stylish black-rimmed sunglasses, her rosy lips resembled deep red roses, and her alluring figure was curvaceous and shapely.

The fitted T-shirt and hot pants perfectly accentuated her high, soft breasts and long, slender legs, making her look exactly like a cover model from a fashion magazine.

Her fiery blonde hair, flowing in large waves, seemed to be waiting for someone. She would occasionally raise her jade-like wrist to look at her watch, and then look up at the academy gate.

Perhaps sensing a slight dissatisfaction, she crossed her arms, leaned against the car, frowned unhappily, and smacked her red lips.

"Tsk... too slow!"

The blonde, mature woman, who had stood for several minutes under the astonished and admiring gazes of the students, spoke in a cold voice and strode aggressively toward the gate of the Huihuangxing Academy.

Upon seeing her wolf-like demeanor, the students she encountered on the road quickly stepped aside to make way for her.

The fragrant breeze that wafted towards them intoxicated many students for a moment, but they were soon frightened by the menacing aura emanating from the other party, their faces turning pale.

This woman is beautiful, but dangerous—this was a warning that popped into the minds of all the students simultaneously.

"Huh?"

Just as the blonde, wavy-haired girl was about to barge into the academy, she suddenly stopped as if she had seen an acquaintance and revealed a playful expression.

The murderous aura emanating from her vanished without a trace in an instant. She adjusted her sunglasses, nodded thoughtfully, and then stopped, staring at a spot not far ahead.

Following her gaze, a beautiful female teacher dressed in professional attire was lecturing a female student with a serious expression.

Her serious little face wore an expression that seemed to be scolding, while the several strangely dressed female students in front of her lowered their heads in shame and stammered in response.

"As expected of the 'iron-faced teacher' that Wu Liang mentioned, it seems that Tongtong is indeed seriously fulfilling her duties as a teacher."

The blonde, wavy- Ye Luotong in the distance. Her heavy makeup did not make anyone feel uncomfortable at all; on the contrary, it was surprisingly eye-catching.

Qijiu toyed with the car keys in her palm and shook her head helplessly. Forget it, she shouldn't lose her temper with Tongtong over such a trivial matter.

Who told her to be a teacher? Being late is fine. She's teaching her students properly, and if she were to stand there and complain, it would make her seem petty.

"But then again, Tongtong is so stern and solemn when she's with those other children, but why does she act like a little girl in front of Wu Liang?"

As if recalling the past, Qijiu rested her chin on her hand, tilted her head, and looked curiously at Ye Luotong's location.

Looking at Ye Luotong, who was earnestly admonishing her students with a serious expression, Qijiu couldn't help but recall the way Ye Ruotong looked when she was with Wu Liang.

When Tongtong and Wu Liang are together, she doesn't resemble a strict teacher at all. It's just like friends interacting. No, that's not right. It's beyond the way friends interact.

"Hehe, I guess Tongtong has stopped treating Wu Liang a student ever since she first brought him home."

"But I have to admit, Wu Liang is an exceptionally outstanding man in every way. Not to mention Tongtong, even I, an old auntie, am a little tempted."

Qijiu closed her eyes and silently thought about all the events she had experienced with Wu Liang. She had to become that little rascal Wu Liang. His personal charm was unparalleled.

If she were a few years younger, she probably would have held that little guy Wu Liang tightly in her arms and never let go.

"Ahhh... you have to admit you're getting old... before I knew it, I'm almost a 28-year-old auntie..."

Feeling extremely regretful, Qijiu sighed helplessly. If only that brat Wu Liang had been born a few years earlier, or if only she had been born a few years later.

She might actually fight Tongtong for Wu Liang's ownership, tsk tsk tsk, too bad, there's almost a ten-year age gap between her and Wu Liang now, age is a real problem...

"But that Tongtong seems to still care a lot about age and the teacher-student relationship..."

"What a foolish girl who doesn't know how to seize opportunities. Doesn't she know that happiness is right in front of her? If she doesn't take advantage of it, it will slip away."

Qijiu looked at Ye Luotong's position and said meaningfully, "It will be too late when you brush past that kid Wu Liang."

Silly girl, sometimes you can't care too much about those established rules. Rules may be inanimate, but people are adaptable.

By the time you truly realize this, it will be too late. The only thing you should do now is seize the opportunity.

"Give that silly girl a little push; she's still too indecisive in this regard."

"Age is not a problem at all. There is only a five or six-year age difference between you. As for the teacher-student relationship, that's a trivial matter."

Qijiu cracked her knuckles, her beautiful face adorned with a radiant smile.

Let's just forget about professional ethics and all that. At worst, we can just start dating first, and then confirm our relationship after Wu Liang graduates.

There's only a little over a year left anyway, so let's use this time to let these two develop their relationship...

"Did you hear that? You can't play those pranks on other classmates anymore."

"Yes... we were wrong..."

"Alright, go back now. It's good that you know the problem."

"Okay! Goodbye, Teacher Ye!"

"Okay, goodbye."

Ye Luotong smiled helplessly as she watched the girls run off into the distance. Kids these days really know how to have fun.

"Oh no... this is terrible..."

Ye Luotong's face turned pale when she suddenly realized that Qijiu was still outside the school.

Oh no, she forgot that Qijiu was supposed to go to Wu Liang's house with her today...

"Oh my, it seems someone hasn't completely forgotten the human world. Thank you, I'm touched."

Just as Ye Luotong took out her phone to send a text message, a delicate hand suddenly pressed on her phone screen.

Qijiu, who had been waiting there for a long time, grabbed Ye Luotong's neck and grinned menacingly. "You've made me wait here for an hour, see if I don't prick you..."

Chapter Fifteen: The chapter title is currently being used while strolling along the street.

"Tell me, why did you suddenly decide to invite me to Wu Liang's house today?"

Qijiu, who had put her sunglasses back on, turned to look at Ye Luotong sitting in the passenger seat. She hadn't seen this girl for a while, and she seemed to have become even more beautiful.

Did she use some special skincare and makeup products? It seems like this girl's skin tone and smoothness have improved by more than one or two levels.

"Ah... because... because of some special reasons, I have to go to his house..."

Hearing Qijiu's question, Ye Luotong, who was sitting in the passenger seat, suddenly shuddered.

Hmm... I wonder what Qijiu would think if she knew that she was just someone I casually invited along...

"Special reason? Could it be that the kid got into trouble and that's why you need to make a home visit for him?"

Qijiu pushed up her sunglasses and observed Ye Luotong, who seemed a little reserved and uneasy. She tilted her head, not quite understanding why Ye Ruotong was so nervous.

However, she was indeed quite interested in Wu Liang's family. After all, he was a young master, and his family must be very large.

"You could interpret it that way, but that doesn't mean he caused any trouble."

"But speaking of which, how are things going on your end? Still so busy?"

Ye Luotong coughed twice to change the subject; she didn't want their conversation to stay focused on Wu Liang.

"Yes, I'm as busy as ever. I've been incredibly busy ever since that comic convention ended."

"In your words, it's like I'm getting a good deal but still acting innocent. I'm getting so many endorsements that I'm overwhelmed, and many people hope that I can enter the film and television industry and want to cultivate me into a popular A-list star or something."

Qijiu sighed helplessly. Ever since the last International Exhibition became a hit, things have turned out like this.

She was initially very happy, but the more time passed, the more annoyed she became, especially by the harassing phone calls from directors in the entertainment industry.

"Given your abilities, this shouldn't be difficult. After all, you are outstanding in both looks and acting skills. Becoming a top star is only a matter of time."

"If it were anyone else, they'd probably be jumping for joy, but unfortunately, Qijiu, you don't like that circle, right..."

Ye Luotong smiled faintly as she looked at Qijiu's exquisite profile. Qijiu simply liked cosplay; she only wanted to become a well-liked cosplayer.

She doesn't pursue fame, fortune, or money; she simply hopes to play the roles she likes well and portray them as they should be.

"Yeah, I don't like those messy circles."

"By the way, should we buy some wine when we go to Wu Liang's house tonight? I haven't seen that kid in a while, let's buy some wine to celebrate a little."

As if remembering something important, Qijiu gave Ye Luotong a wicked smile.

She remembered perfectly well what happened between Wu Liang and Tongtong after Wu Liang got drunk last time...