The bell rang during the long break on Monday afternoon.

The air in the classroom was stuffy and hot. Some students were taking a nap on their desks, while others continued to study with their heads down.

Liu Siyi walked over with a water glass and tapped on Fang Zhi's table. "Zhizhi, I'm going to get some water. Are you coming?"

Fang Zhi was focused on the problem at hand when he heard her voice, so he looked up and met Liu Siyi's gaze.

"You go ahead, I still have some in my cup, so I won't go."

Liu Siyi nodded after receiving a reply and left; Fang Zhi lowered his head and continued to tackle the last math problem.

A tall, upright boy appeared at the entrance of Class One, causing a commotion in the classroom.

Why is Jiang Yuzhe standing at our classroom door?

"Just passing by on my way to the restroom."

"How is that possible? Class 7 also has a toilet, so they don't need to go around to our side."

"Their toilets are always full."

A gossipy voice interrupted, "What are you talking about? Don't you know about something this important?"

"What's up?"

"He's pursuing the prettiest girl in our class!"

"Jiang Yu then realized?! Holy crap? I must be hallucinating because of the stress of studying lately."

"They're not a good match. How so? Isn't this a real-life Lin Daiyu meeting Voldemort? A bizarre couple?"

Jiang Yu ignored the surrounding chatter, leaning against the classroom door with a casual yet arrogant posture, his dark eyes scanning the classroom.

He found the person he was looking for.

The noise in the classroom wasn't quiet, so it was hard for Fang Zhi not to notice. When she looked up, she happened to meet the gaze of a boy standing at the door.

Jiang Yu saw the girl look up at him, smiled at her, and then swaggered into the classroom amidst the curious and inquisitive gazes of his classmates.

"Fang," he stopped beside her, looking down at the girl, "I didn't see you at the cafeteria at noon today."

The classroom was quiet at the moment, and everyone's attention was focused on her, which made Fang Zhi feel very uncomfortable.

She silently met Jiang Yu's gaze.

I realized that the student in front of me had disappeared, leaving an empty seat.

Jiang Yu then took a long stride and sat down without any hesitation.

He rested his elbow on the desk, propped his chin on his hand, and grinned with a nonchalant smile. "Why aren't you saying anything?"

Fang Zhi pursed her lips, her fair face showing a serious and solemn expression. "Can you please not do this?"

Jiang Yu tapped the table with his long fingers, looking troubled. "Fang Zhi, you need to be more polite. I asked you first, so you should answer me first."

Fang Zhi: "..."

She couldn't understand how such a scoundrel could exist! He was the one who was rude and bothered her, yet he turned the tables on her.

And are they even that close?!

Fang Zhi, who usually has a good temper, felt both annoyed and amused, as well as helpless, when facing a stranger.

She casually replied, "I don't want to eat."

After speaking, Fang Zhi straightened her expression, her beautiful eyes revealing an unusually firm attitude. "Jiang, don't waste your time and energy on me."

Fang Zhi didn't explicitly say anything because Jiang Yu hadn't clearly stated that he was pursuing her, although it was practically the same as pursuing her.

The boy was unconventional, still not wearing a school uniform, but a simple black T-shirt that revealed his prominent collarbones. His handsome, tanned face wore a nonchalant smile. "Give me a reason," he said.

It's clearly a move to get to the bottom of things.

Fang Zhi gritted her teeth secretly, "I don't want to be in a relationship."

Jiang Yu remained calm and unaffected, saying, "That reason doesn't hold water. You previously refused people by saying you wouldn't talk about it during university, so I'll wait until you graduate before we start talking."

"Or are you planning to never date or get married for the rest of your life? Then give me a straight answer: which nursing home are you going to? I'll go there too."

The youthful exuberance and impetuousness of the young, their passionate hearts stirred unexpectedly, with sincerity and fervor.

Fang Zhi felt frustrated and annoyed by Jiang Yuze's words, as he had driven away one of his suitors.

As it turned out, he was the most difficult one to deal with.

She sighed softly, composed herself, and said gently, "What can I do to make you give up?"

"Who knows?" Jiang Yu observed the girl's fair and pure face up close. Her eyelashes were distinct, like small brushes, and they were always tempting him to touch them.

He suppressed the itch in his palms, "Maybe you'll find someone or someone you like, then I'll give up."

Fang Zhi had a sudden thought; this method seemed to work, and the problem that had been troubling her was easily solved.

If she tells her brother that she has someone she likes, he will understand and let go.

"Fang Zhi," Jiang Yu called out to her, displeased, "I'm talking to you, is it appropriate for you to be distracted?"

Fang Zhi instinctively said, "I...I'm sorry..."

"Alright, I forgive you this time, but there won't be a next time." The boy's voice was low and husky, and his words were domineering.

He didn't like the look in her eyes just now; it was as if she was thinking about another guy through him! It was really annoying!

"Jiang, is there anything else?" Fang Zhi looked up at him. "If not, please go back to your class."

"I almost forgot I had something important to discuss with you." Jiang Yu brushed a stray strand of hair aside. "I'd like to ask Fang Zhi to tutor me."

Fearing the girl wouldn't believe him, he added, "Isn't the college entrance exam coming up soon?"

Fang Zhi opened his mouth, his expression indescribable.

Jiang Yu narrowed his eyes slightly, "You're not willing?"

She definitely wouldn't agree, not to mention his impure motives. Liu Siyi had previously mentioned Jiang Yuze's score.

How should I put it?

With only a little over a month until the college entrance exam, it's better to pray to the gods instead of asking her for tutoring.

Of course, Fang Zhi only dared to silently complain in his heart.

Golden sunlight streamed through the window, illuminating the profiles of a man and a woman. The girl appeared serene and gentle, while the boy's handsome features were filled with eccentricity and unruliness.

The other students managed to discern a small sense of harmony amidst the otherwise awkward atmosphere.

A girl nudged the girl next to her.

"Have you gotten hooked yet?"

"I've had a bit of a sugar rush. It's true that eating any kind of candy just makes me feel full and makes me feel nutritionally balanced."

Several classmates who overheard this nodded in agreement.

As soon as Liu Siyi entered the classroom, she saw a boy sitting in front of Fang Zhi with his back to her, and a spark of anger flashed in her eyes.

Who dared to sneak around while she was away and try to seduce the innocent Zhizhi!

She strode forward, "Hey..." The boy turned around, and the words caught in her throat. She immediately chickened out, "Private Marseille..."

Upon seeing Liu Siyi, Jiang Yu raised an eyebrow and said in a teasing tone, "Oh, you're here?"

Liu Siyi gave an awkward smile, "Jiang Enren!"

"What benefactor?" Fang Zhi looked at the two of them, who were speaking in riddles.

Liu Siyi winked at Fang Zhi, implying she would explain later.

"I'm leaving." Jiang Yu stood up, casually putting his hands into his pockets, a roguish smile playing on his lips. "I hope Fang will consider the tutoring."