Chapter 231 We're Not Familiar

"Why did Lin Xiaotao leave?" Peng Li came over when he saw that everyone had left.

"It's nothing, let's go." Cheng Zhen didn't want to say more.

"Oh, okay." Peng Li nodded: "I have to say, that's so lame. If you really like it, well, hehe."

"Shut up!"

"Okay, okay, I'll shut up, I'll shut up, alright?"

"Cheng Zhen, do you really like Lin Xiaotao that much?" Qiu Ling, who had been silent all along, finally couldn't help but speak up. Her gaze towards Cheng Zhen was so sorrowful, and she seemed on the verge of tears.

Cheng Zhen glanced at her but didn't reply, continuing to walk.

Am I really that unworthy of your affection?

"Sister." Qiu Zhengyu pulled Qiu Ling back with a grim expression.

"Brother, I just want to ask, am I that bad? Why doesn't Cheng Zhen like me?"

Qiu Zhengyu sighed: "Let's go back."

No one really understands matters of the heart. Qiu Zhengyu, for one, couldn't understand his sister's feelings at all. Why did she fall for Cheng Zhen, and why did she persist for so many years?

Given Qiu Zhengyu's attitude towards relationships, if both parties are attracted to each other, they can get married. What does it matter if they like each other or not? It's just about living life together. If one person doesn't work out, there's always another. Why make a big fuss?

So Qiu Zhengyu was always determined to oppose Cheng Zhen, ostensibly to avenge his sister, but actually hoping to see her give up someday. However, the result was disappointing.

At this point, Qiu Ling definitely wouldn't listen to Qiu Zhengyu. If she did, she wouldn't have persisted in chasing after Cheng Zhen for so many years: "Brother, if you didn't bring me here, why should I go back? I'm not going back!"

"Qiu Ling!" Qiu Zhengyu hissed. If she weren't his sister, he would have been impatient long ago.

Qiu Ling was unwilling: "I know you want me to give up, but how can I just give up on someone I've liked for so many years!"

In the past, Qiu Ling could comfort herself because Cheng Zhen didn't have anyone he liked. But now, Cheng Zhen has fallen for someone else, but that person isn't her.

"Sis, you and Cheng Zhen are really not a good match." Qiu Zhengyu felt a headache coming on, as if he had shot himself in the foot.

“What’s wrong with us? Our family backgrounds are a good match, and we grew up together.” In Qiu Ling’s view, she and Cheng Zhen are a perfect match in every way.

Qiu Zhengyu pointed out the crux of the matter: "But Cheng Zhen doesn't like it."

Qiu Ling insisted, "But my uncle and aunt like it."

Qiu Zhengyu: ...

That makes sense. These days, many marriages are indeed arranged by parents and matchmakers. The only exception is when the couple meets each other, and if they don't dislike each other, they naturally get together.

Moreover, both sets of parents are satisfied with each other.

Of course, Qiu Zhengyu and Cheng Zhen didn't have a very good relationship.

However, his sister wouldn't listen to him anymore, so Qiu Zhengyu stopped talking and just grabbed her and left, ignoring Qiu Ling's struggles, and forcibly took her away.

Peng Li nudged Cheng Zhen: "Dude, Qiu Ling is gone."

Cheng Zhen pinched his brow in annoyance: "Hmm."

"Dude, I actually think Qiu Ling is pretty good."

Cheng Zhen looked up at him: "What does this have to do with me?"

"Is it really impossible?"

"What do you think?"

Okay, Peng Li's back down. Dude's attitude is pretty firm.

However, I still have to say, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, why be hung up on just one?" Judging from Cheng Zhen's attitude, it seems that Lin Xiaotao is truly the only one for him.

"I'd love to."

Peng Li: ...

On the other side, Qin Yunzhi, who came over to call for someone, followed Xiao Taohua with a gentle smile: "Was that Cheng Zhen just now? Everyone at school says he likes you, and you two are a perfect match."

Little Peach Blossom didn't think there was anything wrong with what he said, and truthfully replied, "No, we're not familiar with each other."

"Not really familiar with them," Qin Yunzhi chuckled, then continued, "There are several professors in the office, and they all seem quite happy, so it shouldn't be a bad thing."

"Thank you, classmate."

"It's okay, don't call me 'classmate,' you can call me by my name 'Qin Yunzhi.'"

"Student Qin."

Qin Yunzhi didn't correct him. The first step was to get to know him: "I really admire you. Your grades are so good. I can't do that. I was the only one in the whole production team who got into Peking University. Luckily, the tuition was free and I even got a monthly subsidy."

"Hmm." Little Peach Blossom replied absentmindedly.

To her, he was a complete stranger.

"Cheng Zhen and the others heard that Peng Li has dated several women, and one of them even went crazy. After that, no one has seen her since, and nobody knows what happened to her. But many people think that Peng Li did something to her. So, Lin Xiaotao, take my advice and don't get too close to them, or you might end up getting hurt."

This was probably a well-intentioned suggestion, and Little Peach Blossom nodded: "Thank you for reminding me, Qin."

"Well, those people aren't very friendly towards us who come from production teams. I was just telling you. Okay, we've reached the office, I'll head back now."

"Thank you," Little Peach Blossom said politely, then pushed open the door and went inside.

Qin Yunzhi stood there watching Xiao Taohua push the door open and go in, then smiled. To be honest, he was quite handsome.

In the office, several professors were huddled together, discussing something, and they didn't even notice Xiao Taohua coming in.

The professor who had been talking to Xiao Taohua first noticed her and quickly said, "Lin Xiao Tao, come and take a look. This is the arrangement for you from above."

"Arrangements?" Little Peach Blossom didn't quite understand, but she still went over to her.

It has been a week since the professors submitted their report, and the investigation has already concluded.

Specifically, the small peach blossoms on the surface are perfectly legitimate and there's absolutely no problem with them.

As for whether Xiaolin Village is special, these people couldn't find out.

After all, some things are only known to the locals; how could they possibly tell outsiders?

Moreover, since they said they were coming to investigate, it's even less likely that they would disclose it to others.

The only things that can be talked about are those that are visible to the public, such as one's parents' family background, and things that are shown through schooling and work.

"The higher-ups have arranged your studies. You don't need to attend classes at Kyoto University in a set schedule; they can focus on developing your skills. I've looked at it, and it should be easy for you. The curriculum includes mathematics, physics, and chemistry."

"But I'm studying medicine." Little Peach Blossom didn't quite understand the purpose of assigning so many courses, although she wasn't opposed to learning new things.

The professor's face stiffened upon hearing this: "You are a student now. Just listen to the professor. Studying is the top priority, and you get paid for it."

"Is there a salary?"

"Yes, there are rewards for good grades, and you can apply for whatever you want."

"You can have anything you want?" Little Peach Blossom's eyes lit up.

"Yes, as long as the mission is completed well, you can have anything you want!"

"Okay, I'll learn!" Little Peach Blossom responded readily. As for what she said last time about not staying in the capital or other nonsense, well, did she say that? No, I don't think so.

Sigh, she's just such a fickle person.

And just like the professor said, she's a student. Since the professor has such high expectations, there's no way around it; she should study hard and strive for excellence every day.

(End of this chapter)