Xie Yan grasped Yu Yuehui's hand tightly, as if trying to transfer strength to her. His voice softened, but it was filled with undeniable firmness: "Your persistence all this time has been absolutely correct. Even if he pretends to have reformed now, the mistakes he made against you can never be erased. It is your right to hold a grudge against him; don't suppress your feelings."

He paused slightly, a hint of ruthlessness flashing in his eyes, before looking at Yu Yuehui with tenderness and saying, "If we have the chance, we should all try to trip him up. But forget it, I'll handle this. You just focus on being yourself!"

Yu Yue replied: "?"

Xie Yan's unique way of comforting people was truly effective, like a lamp quietly lit in the darkness—seemingly strange, but actually very useful.

Yu Yue's heart, which had been in turmoil, gradually began to brighten, like a few rays of sunlight finally breaking through the sky that had been shrouded in gloom for a long time.

She had been persevering alone all along. Everyone told her that she should be more tactful and not be so stubborn. Finally, someone told her that her persistence and stubbornness were not wrong.

Her persistence, which seemed somewhat strange to outsiders, now seemed to have found a solid foundation, giving her the confidence to continue.

A slight smile played on her lips as she said, "Alright, let's not talk about that disgusting stuff anymore; it's just awful. Let me tell you about my really amazing friend of mine. She's incredible!"

"Sigh! This is a good friend that I unilaterally accepted."

Yu Yue smiled, her eyes filled with longing and nostalgia. "She was different from me. She was an excellent student and even went to high school in the city."

"After graduating from high school, she went on to attend a junior college! That's really impressive!"

"I remember that her family discovered her exceptional talent in sewing and embroidery. Her parents immediately decided to send her to university so she could study fashion design and become an excellent worker in the future."

"Her third brother was serving in the army. After hearing the news, he wrote a letter home, stating unequivocally that he would cover all of his sister's college expenses. She lived up to his expectations and was admitted to a junior college. After graduation, she was naturally assigned to work in a textile factory in the city."

“Since then, it has become increasingly difficult to see her. Moreover, her family is extremely low-key and almost never mentions this matter. As time went by, everyone almost forgot that she was a college student and worked in the city. She herself is also very low-key, always returning home quietly during holidays and leaving quietly after the New Year.”

"If you hadn't brought her up today, I would have almost forgotten about her. Come to think of it, it's been quite a few years since we last saw each other." As she said this, Yu Yuehui's eyes were filled with deep, unyielding regret.

Xie Yan's focus was different from others; he just wanted to know how old this person was and why he hadn't gone to university while this guy had. Thinking this, he asked the question himself.

Yu Yue smiled and said, "She's about the same age as me, but she was good at studying. She skipped three grades and barely attended elementary school before going to junior high."

These words were like a knife to Xie Yan's heart. It was all his fault. Why didn't he think about skipping a grade?

Ahhh!

Was his brain fogged up before? Why did he never think of skipping a grade?

This is really strange. The more Xie Yan thought about it, the more something seemed off!

Logically speaking, he knew that the college entrance examination would be suspended later, although he didn't know when it would be suspended. But given his cautious nature, he should have finished his university studies ahead of time!

Why didn't I think about skipping a grade back then?

Elementary school knowledge is so simple, yet he often reads all sorts of books. Why didn't he ever think about skipping a grade?

Xie Yan found it increasingly strange!

This is really not like him at all.

After thinking for a long time, Xie Yan still couldn't figure it out, so he simply stopped worrying about it. After all, it was all in the past, and it was too late to regret it now!

Yu Yuehui didn't notice Xie Yan's suddenly unpleasant expression, and continued, "It's strange, really. She's very beautiful, but she's a bit quiet. I don't know why, but she always seems to have no presence. As long as she doesn't speak up or takes the initiative to stand up, everyone else will naturally ignore her. Could it really be related to her personality?"

Yu Yuehui said this with a hint of doubt!

Xie Yan listened thoughtfully. Based on the information he had just gathered, this person might not be simple at all!

Filled with curiosity, Xie Yan asked, "What's this person's name? You've told me so much, but I still don't know her name!"

"Zhang Shiyu!"

Xie Yan: "Great name!"

As expected, this is no ordinary character. Just from the name, you can tell it's the main character's name, not some random passerby...

He realized that this Stream Village was no ordinary place!

The educated youth who came here were impressive, and even the locals had an extraordinary air about them.

Just listen to this name, "Shiyu!" You can tell at a glance that it's not a name chosen by an ordinary person!

Yu Yue nodded and said, "I also think her name is beautiful, Shiyu. Just by hearing it, you can tell it's a very beautiful name. Just like her."

"I loved her name when I was little!"

Xie Yan didn't want to hear that, and looked at her, saying, "Your name is also very beautiful! What's there to envy!"

"Yuehui, what a lovely name! And your surname is lovely too, Yu, Yu Yuehui, what's wrong with that name?"

Yu Yue smiled and said, "No, it's mainly because I was young back then, and I always thought names with flowers, snow, and rain in them sounded nice!"

Xie Yan: "..."

This reminded him of a story about a child who disliked the name his parents gave his younger sister, feeling that the name was unworthy of his beautiful and cute sister.

He cried and insisted on naming his younger sister Li Sailuo!

Ha ha ha ha!

This is absolutely hilarious!

Seeing Xie Yan's smile, Yu Yuehui couldn't help but recall the last time Xie Yan told her about the origin of his name. Her ears instantly flushed red, and she said shyly, "Of course! My name is very nice, but I think yours is the best! It has two characters."

Xie Yan: "!"

Do you prefer two-character names?

Yu Yue nodded, "When I was in school, I had to write my own name. I really liked two characters back then, they were so simple!"

Xie Yan: "!"

Not necessarily! The characters for "thank you for the banquet" have quite a few strokes!

Moreover, Yu Yuehui's characters are all easy to write, and have few strokes!

Only a child would think that way!