Chapter 23

"Then I wish all the students good luck in the future and success in their exams!"

Because our class and Su Yu's class have a good relationship, the class leaders of the two classes jointly organized a graduation party during evening self-study a few days before the college entrance examination.

The boys were responsible for setting up the tables and pulling up the chairs, the girls were responsible for decorating, and finally everyone cleaned up together.

Two large cakes were decorated with small flags bearing blessings, and the two homeroom teachers stood on the podium to cut the cakes for the students.

I picked out a big piece for Su Yu and stuck a small blue flag on it.

After discussing it together, we all agreed to watch a movie, which is my favorite part of evening study sessions. I can also hold hands with Su Yu.

The circular layout meant there were no obstructions in front of our table. Snacks were laid out on the table, and Su Yu had even brought a blanket, which I had given him last winter.

As the screen dimmed, everyone became increasingly engrossed in the plot. I stared intently at the rapidly flashing subtitles, and a strange sensation arose beneath me.

First, there was the chill; the air conditioning in the classroom was set ridiculously low, and I don't even know when my pants zipper was undone.

Then something even colder touched Xiao Suyu.

“Brother…” I turned my head in alarm. Su Yu was still watching the movie, his other hand supporting his chin, his face unchanged.

He first placed it quietly on the surface without making any movement, and the masculine aura eventually warmed his hands.

Then Su Yu began her actions, first pinching and bouncy, and finally touching the front.

...

My mind went completely blank.

"Ah...you have such poor self-control."

Su Yu took her hand out, then reached back into her short sleeve to wipe my waist, and even smelled it in front of me.

Whatever happened at the party afterward was not enough to offset Su Yu's advances towards me.

Later, the teachers from each subject came, and everyone sang together. The girls hugged and cried with their teachers, while the boys hugged and sang with their homeroom teacher.

I followed them like a wooden puppet, sometimes standing, sometimes sitting, until Su Yu led me out in the swirling crowd.

This clever guy actually thought of taking a shower in his dorm first, even in such an emotional setting...

Alright, it's rare that no one else is competing with us for the water, so we had a great time washing up and even dried our hair.

By the time footsteps echoed in the corridor, Su Yu and I were already in bed.

——

This is our last day at school. Tomorrow morning, we'll be free!

So, on this memorable day, if it weren't for that group of people who were so excited about talking all night to express their brotherhood, we brothers would definitely have applauded love and youth to our hearts' content.

My parents booked a hotel near the exam site and accompanied us throughout the exam.

After packing some changes of clothes and the stationery and documents needed for the exam, my mom repeatedly reminded me to check them carefully before we checked into the hotel.

Su Yu and I share a room, and my parents live next door.

This space made Su Yu want to pounce on me on the bed as soon as possible, but my mother came knocking on our room a little while later, bringing me fruit and milk and showing concern.

Goodnight, dinner. Dad drove us to the mall. Seeing the Western food that we hadn't had in a long time, even though we didn't really want to eat it, we suddenly felt a strong craving.

I tentatively asked my mom if it was okay, and she surprisingly agreed readily. Usually, I would wait until a discount day to eat there, but I was prepared to be rejected.

"If you want to eat it, why not?"

That's what she said.

So we went in and picked a window seat. Su Yu and my mom sat on one side, and I sat alone.

After ordering the food, while waiting for it to be served, someone sent Su Yu a message. He stared at the screen and slowly raised the corners of his mouth, then called out to him to look too.

"You guys have some little secrets? What are you looking at so happily?"

"It's something between classmates."

The food was served. My mom wasn't interested in Western food anyway. She ate a few bites of fries and chicken wings, then said she'd go buy some noodles later.

As expected, we ordered too much food. Su Yu still had a lot of pizza crusts left on her plate, so I picked them up and ate them.

"You still eat your brother's leftovers?"

"What's wrong... I eat this all the time."

"What do you mean 'often'? Do I really like leftovers?"

"You...don't mind?"

"How could I possibly look down on my brother?"

"I find him a little repulsive."

Mom picked up another French fry, put it in her mouth, and seemed to be deep in thought.

"You can start dating once you go to college, you rascals."

"Hey, you, the girl sitting next to you is called Qiu Jiajia, right? She's a nice girl."

"Mom, do you believe in pure friendship between men and women?"

"Get out of here."

After dinner, we strolled around the mall for a while, and then Dad took us back to the hotel.

Su Yu and I were reviewing our books. He was sitting on a stool nodding. I secretly took a picture of his back and sent it to my mom.

Reviewing

Why aren't you reading?

You're such a spoilsport (picking nose)

I hugged Su Yu from behind, and he tilted his head back to get close to me. He kissed me first, and then I rubbed my face against his and acted coquettishly.

Even though I was going to take the exam the next day, I couldn't help but feel excited. I was thinking about becoming college students with Su Yu, and maybe even talking and being together like a married couple.

I started to fantasize about a wonderful future.

First, after seeing his parents off on the day of the report, he and Su Yu went to a hotel, then went back to school to familiarize themselves with the environment, and then went to the park and the food street...

With my unremitting efforts, I will achieve both academic success and love. If possible, I will also look for part-time jobs so that I can bring Su Yu occasional little surprises.

I don't know when Su Yu put down her review materials, lay down on the bed, and looked at me from her side.

When I turned around, I met those affectionate eyes, and he even winked at me. So, after making sure the door was closed and the windows were locked, we began a silent battle.

Around 9 p.m., we were still full of energy when Mom knocked on the door.

"Go to sleep, no staying up late. I'll check later, and if you're still playing, your dad will sleep in the middle of you and watch over you."

Then I'll just have to turn off the lights and go to sleep.

Su Yu and I have lain side by side like this countless times. I told him about the future I envisioned, and he listened attentively, saying he wanted to learn from me.

We talked a lot that night. Strangely, it seemed that tomorrow we would not be facing the "exam that determines the future" that adults talked about, but just an ordinary day like the countless times our parents took us out to play during our childhood.

"ID card, exam admission ticket, answer sheet marker, eraser..."

"Check each one carefully and don't forget anything."

"Okay, Mom. I've also checked Su Yu's."

"Don't be nervous, just relax. Your dad and I will pick you up after the exam."

"Alright, Mom, it's hot here. You and Dad should go back and rest. My brother and I can manage on our own."

"Don't be nervous, your dad and I will love you whether you do well or poorly on the test."

Who's really nervous...?

Upon entering the examination site, we encountered other classmates. Thinking that we wouldn't have to interact with them again in the future, I pulled Su Yu away to hide somewhere else.

"Brother, having you is enough for me."

"Good girl."

Sitting on the steps, I leaned on his shoulder, and he leaned on my head.

When it was almost time, we went upstairs to find the exam room and were about to be assigned. Luckily, there were many people, so we were naturally squeezed together.

After finishing the exam in the morning, I came out and saw Su Yu waiting for me outside. I ran over and called him, and then we went downstairs to go back.

That noon, we ate grilled fish. I picked out the fish bones and put them aside before putting them into Su Yu's bowl.

Actually, the exam wasn't as scary as I thought. Su Yu didn't seem down either. In short, it was a good start for the dozen or so exams, and her parents were relieved.

In the evening, we went for a walk outside aimlessly. In the unfamiliar environment, even the air felt thin. Su Yu was the only familiar presence to me.

So I didn't even realize that I was pulling him tighter than usual.

After the last day of exams, as we put all our bags in the trunk and got into the car, Mom and Dad each carried a large bouquet of flowers, including sunflowers and chrysanthemums.

"Congratulations on your graduation, kids!"

Dad leaned to one side as he handed over the flowers, while Mom recorded a video and offered her blessings.

But from what I observed, they probably didn't manage to capture much of my face in the photos. Poor Su Yu had to face the camera.

"Thank you, Mom. Thank you, Dad."

"Thank you, Mom! Thank you, Dad!"

"This college entrance exam is just a small step in your lives. However, it can prove a lot. I won't go into too much detail, but congratulations to you both on successfully passing this hurdle."

"From now on, no matter what the outcome, don't dwell on it. It's all in the past anyway. People should look forward..."

After the driver finished speaking, the most important thing came.

The red envelope said "Live Up to Your Youth" and I opened it—it contained 1,000 yuan! I opened another one, and it contained 1,001 yuan!

I excitedly held up my phone to show Su Yu, and he also held his phone in front of me.

I sent two kisses to my two Gods of Wealth, and then transferred 1,500 yuan to Su Yu.

You manage the money in our household!

Anyway, I'll only spend money on you.

:^^

Su Yu accepted it and gave me a kiss in return.

I've officially graduated from high school! I told my parents about the trip that Su Yu and I had been looking forward to for so long. They thought it sounded pretty good and even said they wanted to come with us.

That won't do...

They finally agreed to let us go out alone, but we have to video call them every day to make sure we're safe. Dad transferred another 10,000 yuan to us as encouragement, and we can ask them for more if we need it.

After we got home, we went back to our rooms and slept soundly until late at night. The unprecedented ease made us feel like we had escaped from an abyss.

It wasn't as exaggerated as people online said. The class group was eerily quiet, and no one around me was crying their eyes out about parting.

I felt this way, and Su Yu felt even more so; his reaction was one of unprecedented indifference.

Happy graduation, sweetheart! I picked out some graduation gifts for you and your brother, hope you like them~ I'll treat you to some when we hang out next time!

"Boss Su, your package is here."

My mom grabbed a bunch of bags and handed them to Su Yu. He doesn't shop online much, so did he buy me something?

Su Yu couldn't remember when he bought the item. He opened it and found a small box inside, which was then wrapped in a packaging bag.

I glanced at it and then went to the toilet.

Holy crap!

The door was suddenly pushed open, catching me completely off guard. I was still pulling up my pants when Su Yu rushed in and hugged me.

"Thank you, thank you, thank you, baby..."

If I weren't suffocating and the situation wasn't inappropriate, I would have really wanted him to strangle me to death like that.

I took this "human-shaped pendant" back to my room. He unfolded the small, bright red package in his hand, and oh dear, these were the scraps I had failed to make and hadn't finished using from Teacher Qiu.

I straightened my non-existent collar, and Su Yu's snot was about to fall onto it.

No, I was exaggerating, but he was indeed very happy.

I took a moment to send Qiu Jiajia a message.

You're really something!

What are you thanking me for?

After this little incident, Su Yu began preparing what she needed to bring for her trip.

After quickly packing our luggage, Su Yu and I set off three days later.

To my mother's disbelief, we landed in... Thailand!