With Ji Huaijin as his shortcut, reaching the Path to Heaven was a breeze.
"Read through these first. I've already marked the key points."
Cheng Yue stared dumbfounded at the stack of books in front of him.
Then, to his surprise, Ji Huaijin brought out another dozen or so workbooks.
"Do the workbooks every morning, take one-on-one online classes in the afternoon, and I'll tutor you myself for two hours every evening."
Cheng Yue: "..."
What do I do if I'm already regretting this a little?
Ji Huaijin straightened his sleeves, his nonchalant expression a stark contrast to his mischievous antics the night before.
"This is an access card for Kyoto University. If you don't want to stay home, you can go to the library."
Ji Huaijin paused, drew him closer, and leaned down for a light kiss, a teasing smile on his lips. "And my office is always open for an inspection from the boss."
We're both old hands at this. Who are you trying to fool with those little schemes?
Cheng Yue curled his lip and shoved him away. "Go to work!"
An inspection? Is that really the kind of inspection you have in mind? You just want to get your hands on the boss!
Ji Huaijin left with a thoroughly satisfied smile. These days had practically been one long holiday feast, leaving a late bloomer like him more than well fed.
Leaning against the wall, Cheng Yue wiped the moisture from the corner of his mouth. Watching that buoyant figure leave, he couldn't help feeling that moving in had been a bit of a mistake.
Still, the villa neighborhood really was peaceful and comfortable. Cheng Yue disliked cramped spaces, so Ji Huaijin had set up a new desk for him in front of the living room's floor-to-ceiling