Chang Jing was taken aback and said, "Senior Sister's feelings? I haven't noticed any special feelings you have for me."

"Hmph, you're playing dumb!" Fang Yu said, displeased. "I'm a girl, and I'm always trying to get close to you, even inviting you to dinner. Isn't that obvious enough?"

Chang Jing smiled and said, "Oh, that? Senior Sister Fang Yu, I guess you might be looking for a beautiful romance, but I really don't have the mind or the leisure right now. So I hope you understand that it's best if we maintain a normal friendship."

Fang Yu was taken aback.

She never expected Chang Jing to reject her so bluntly, which made her feel ashamed and angry as never before!

"Chang Jing, who do you think you are! How dare you refuse me?"

Fang Yu's face was grim, and her words revealed her anger.

Chang Jing remained calm and composed: "Senior Sister Fang Yu, I'm just stating the facts. I really don't intend to have a romantic relationship with you, but that doesn't mean I think I'm superior. I understand your feelings and that you may have been hurt, and I'm sorry about that. But I believe that with your charm and skills, you'll soon find someone more suitable. So I hope you won't be too angry with me, and we can still remain ordinary friends."

Fang Yu was surprised by Chang Jing's mature attitude, which made it impossible for her to even complain or blame him.

She knew she had miscalculated this time—Chang Jing wasn't the kind of eligible bachelor she was used to dealing with, but a smart young man with independent thinking.

She did need to calm her anger and bruised pride at that moment, and Chang Jing's words made sense to her.

Fang Yu took a deep breath and forced a smile: "Junior brother, you're right, I was indeed somewhat hurt. But don't worry, I won't hold a grudge against you because of this. Let's continue to be ordinary friends. I hope this misunderstanding won't cause any obstacles."

Chang Jing nodded and said, "I believe Senior Sister Fang Yu will understand my position. How can friends become estranged because of such a small friction? Once you've calmed down, you're welcome to continue patronizing our store."

"Okay, goodbye then."

Fang Yu turned and entered the dormitory building, and Chang Jing also turned and left.

...

Fang Yu stepped up the stairs, pursing her lips in disapproval—he actually refused so politely and confidently!

"Hmph! I refuse to believe I can't conquer you!"

While Fang Yu was greatly shocked, a burning sense of conquest was also stirred within her!

When Fang Yu returned to her dormitory, her three best friends immediately surrounded her to ask how things were going.

Fang Yu looked annoyed: "He rejected me!"

"What?!" Everyone exclaimed in surprise, "A guy actually rejected you, Fang Yu? That's unbelievable!"

"What an ungrateful person!"

"Yes, Fang Yu, you're so outstanding, how dare he reject you? He must be blind!"

Fang Yu shook her head and said, "You've misunderstood Chang Jing. He's not ungrateful; he's just very clever and cunning, and difficult to deal with."

"What do you mean? He's actually interested, but he's just pretending not to care?" Liu Qian asked.

"That's not quite right," Fang Yu explained. "I think Chang Jing, though young, is mature and insightful about matters of the heart. He knew my purpose, so he politely avoided my advances. He wanted to play a fascinating game with me, but he didn't want to actually fall in love, so his rejection was so perfect that no one could find fault with it."

"Wow, this guy sounds really interesting!" Fang Yu's description piqued the interest of her girlfriends.

"Yes, so my biggest headache right now is how to deal with him." Fang Yu sighed, "Do you guys have any good ideas?"

Liu Qian smiled and said, "I have an idea, I wonder if you dare to use it, Fang Yu?"

Fang Yu immediately perked up: "Tell me, my mind is completely confused right now, any method is welcome."

Liu Qian whispered close to Fang Yu's ear, "Try ignoring him for a few days, let him think you've given up on pursuing him. When he lowers his guard, take a forceful approach and kiss him. It will definitely catch him off guard. We all know that a kiss is the most direct and effective way. When he's aroused by your kiss, you can seize the opportunity to capture his heart!"

Upon hearing this, Fang Yu's eyes immediately lit up; she thought Liu Qian's plan was brilliant!

"Great stuff!" Fang Yu laughed, "I definitely have to try it!"

"I've already proven this trick works on other boys!" Liu Qian said. "Fang Yu, if you seize the opportunity, you'll definitely succeed!"

"Then it's settled!" Fang Yu's eyes gleamed; she couldn't wait to implement Liu Qian's brilliant plan.

The next day, Fang Yu began to treat Chang Jing coldly.

She no longer frequented the store, nor did she initiate conversations with Chang Jing. Even when they met, she would simply greet him politely and then leave.

Chang Jing noticed Fang Yu's unusual behavior and was somewhat surprised. He didn't expect Fang Yu to give up pursuing him so quickly.

"Giving up so quickly?" Chang Jing asked in surprise. "That's not like her at all."

He felt that Fang Yu's actions seemed unnatural and that she might have ulterior motives.

Is she playing hard to get? Or has she really given up on herself?

"Never mind, at least she doesn't bother me, so I'm actually enjoying some peace and quiet."

Chang Jing smiled and shook his head, quickly putting the matter out of his mind.

Three or four days passed, and Fang Yu suddenly came to the store to find Chang Jing again.

"You're here?" Chang Jing was a little surprised. "What would you like to eat? It's on me."

"Nothing much." Fang Yu smiled faintly. "I just happened to be passing by and thought I'd say hello."

The customers in the store and several students who frequented the store all recognized Fang Yu and cast curious glances at her.

Everyone knew that this beautiful woman had been showing interest in Chang Jing all along, but she hadn't appeared for some reason these past few days, so they were all inexplicably excited to see her suddenly come to the store, hoping to see what kind of show this would be.

Chang Jing nodded, noticing that Fang Yu's eyes were somewhat shifty, and he became secretly wary.

He had no intention of giving Fang Yu any chance; he had to take action before the other party could make a move.

"I'll go take care of this now. Call me if you need anything."

As Chang Jing finished speaking, he was about to walk inside when Fang Yu saw that the opportunity had come. She grabbed his collar, quickly pulled the two of them closer, and prepared to kiss him.

But just as Fang Yu kissed Chang Jing, Chang Jing dodged Fang Yu's "sneak attack" and grabbed Fang Yu's wrist, twisting it forcefully.

"Ugh!" Fang Yu cried out in pain. She hadn't expected Chang Jing to be so quick and agile, managing to dodge before she could even make a move, which greatly surprised her.

Chang Jing smiled slightly, looking at Fang Yu's surprised expression, and calmly said, "Senior sister, I don't want to have any contact with you that goes beyond friendship. I hope you can understand and accept this, and not do anything like this again."