Chapter 70 Is this something that can be said?
The next second, her hand missed its target, and Song Shiyi, who had just been in front of her, was pulled to someone's side in the blink of an eye.
He Jinzhao's expression wasn't too good; his gaze was wary, and his voice carried a hint of disbelief: "...What did you say?"
Si Yue's mouth dropped open, she stared in disbelief, unable to believe what she had just heard.
Xie Lin was only surprised for a moment before returning to normal. In this day and age, homosexuality is very normal.
It's better than those who like old men in their seventies or eighties.
He didn't find it that hard to accept.
It's just that I don't quite understand.
Since Shi Qiurou is female, why does she talk to so many men?
Clearly, He Jinzhao had the same idea as him.
As for this question, Shi Qiurou didn't hide it from them. After all, she had already told them the most important thing, so there was no need to hide anything else.
She smiled as she looked at the obedient girl being protected behind He Jinzhao, and asked a question out of the blue.
Do you think I'm pretty?
Song Shiyi was still a little confused, but nodded subconsciously, following her heart.
Shi Qiurou's smile deepened, her gaze falling on another person, and she said gently, "Do you think I'm outstanding?"
As a seasoned gossip enthusiast, Si Yue had certainly heard of her reputation.
Otherwise, what do you think kept her so popular at school?
Si Yue nodded honestly.
Shi Qiurou casually sat down and looked up at the two boys: "You two should know about my family situation."
She lowered her eyes, her expression calm and even, but a hint of fierceness flashed in her eyes.
"The Shi family business was left to me by my mother. My father was a 'phoenix man' (a man from a poor background who achieves success in society). Less than a week after my mother passed away, he brought his new lover, as well as my so-called younger brothers and sisters, into the family."
“From a young age, I lived cautiously. I could only try my best to become better so that my father could see my value, and only then would my life be much easier.”
"But compared to that fragile family bond, self-interest is naturally more important."
"As the eldest daughter who was not favored, guess what he did to raise me to be like this?"
The four men's expressions turned serious.
There was nothing else besides arranged marriage.
Song Shiyi pursed her lips, feeling a pang of sympathy for what had happened to her.
She lost her mother at a young age, was unloved by her father, and had to endure in silence as others squandered her family fortune.
Her mother in heaven must be proud of her for growing up to be the person she is today.
The others remained silent, but Shi Qiurou didn't seem to mind and continued speaking to herself:
"To put it nicely, it's a marriage alliance, but in reality, it's just selling me out to gain his status and glory, and even paving the way for his two fine children."
She scoffed and said sarcastically, "Why would I let him have his way?"
Xie Lin understood and said thoughtfully, "So, you deliberately ruined your reputation and spread rumors that you were promiscuous and womanizing?"
Shi Qiurou glanced at him, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.
Si Yue disagreed, saying, "I don't like what you're saying."
"Why are men considered playboys for being fickle, while we women are seen as promiscuous?"
"So you think you're all that important just because you have a penis?"
Xie Lin and He Jinzhao: "..."
Is this something that can be said?
Song Shiyi was startled and quickly stepped forward to cover her mouth.
"Mmm..."
She whispered quietly in Si Yue's ear, "Be careful what you say and do!"
Si Yue nodded reluctantly.
Okay.
Shi Qiurou was stunned for a moment, then laughed out happily.
That's so interesting.
He Jinzhao was speechless for a moment, then raised an eyebrow and said, "Isn't this also to keep your father from knowing that you like girls?"
He quickly accepted that Shi Qiurou was a lesbian and did not look at her with any strange eyes.
Life is but 30,000 days; do what you like.
Just be happy yourself, who cares what others think or do?
Shi Qiurou nodded, glanced at Song Shiyi with a strange look in her eyes, and smiled, "You don't need to worry about anything between me and your boyfriend."
"after all--"
She said slowly and meaningfully, "I'm more interested in you than him."
Song Shiyi's eyes widened, then she blinked, looking bewildered.
A few seconds later she realized what she had done, blushed, waved her hand, and explained, "No, no, I haven't... with him yet..."
Shi Qiurou was slightly surprised, "You're not together yet? Does that mean I have a chance?"
He Jinzhao: "..."
Now we not only have to guard against men, but damn it, we also have to guard against women.
He was truly impressed.
He gritted his teeth and said, "Shi Qiurou, don't forget our cooperation. If you do anything excessive, I'll tear up the contract even if it means paying a penalty!"
Shi Qiurou clicked her tongue, looking regretful: "Alright then."
She glanced at the group, slowly stood up, and spoke at a measured pace, in a gentle and soothing tone.
Now that everything has been explained, we can all be friends from now on.
"I hope you can keep this a secret for me."
As he passed by Song Shiyi, he winked at her, his voice alluring.
"If He Jinzhao treats you badly, you can come to your older sister."
Song Shiyi blinked.
"Yi-yi, don't look!"
He Jinzhao quickly raised his hand to block her eyes; he was furious.
"Shi Qiurou, you'd better get out of my sight right now!"
Shi Qiurou maintained her smile and elegant demeanor. After nodding slightly to the other two, she turned and left.
The moment she stepped out of the cafeteria, the dazzling sunlight shone on her, gilding her with a golden edge.
She raised her hand to shield her eyes from the blazing sun, her gaze lingering on her manicured nails for a moment.
The diamonds on it sparkled brilliantly in the sunlight.
She smiled slightly, gently brushed the stray hairs behind her ear, her brows and eyes relaxed, and she felt relaxed and carefree.
I hope her future life will be like this.
Every day is difficult, yet we cross it again; the future is bright, yet also long and uncertain.
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Inside the cafeteria.
Si Yue clapped her hands in admiration.
"Family members, it seems we've had a huge meal!"
She walked over to Song Shiyi, reached out and gently rubbed her cheeks, teasingly saying, "As expected of my good turtle, it's irresistible to both men and women!"
Xie Lin said quietly, "I suggest you change the subject."
Si Yue's eyes were clear: "Huh?"
Xie Lin pointed at a gas cylinder, shrugged, and said, "If you keep talking, he's going to explode."
He Jinzhao twitched the corner of his mouth.
Seeing Song Shiyi's happy face, his frustration dissipated considerably, and he shook his head helplessly.
Forget it, why bother arguing with a straight woman?
"Alright, stop joking around."
He looked at the girl and said, "I remember you have two classes this afternoon. Why don't you go back to your dorm and rest for a while?"
Song Shiyi nodded. "Okay."
Si Yue glanced at the time and pursed her lips.
"Let's go, let's go. It took more than an hour to eat, and now we can't take a nap."
Xie Lin, hands in his pockets, replied in a smug way, "I really envy you. Unlike me, I don't have any classes and can only go to inspect work out of boredom."
Si Yue: "..."
Evil capitalists!
She glared at Xie Lin, too lazy to talk to him.
Song Shiyi skillfully soothed her: "It's alright, Yueyue. On the other hand, he's also a working-class person."
Si Yue was successfully appeased.
"That's true. Who's more noble than whom? My family has so many dojos."
Xie Lin wasn't angry; he just smiled good-naturedly.
"Alright, Miss."
Si Yue snorted and pulled Song Shiyi ahead.
The other two naturally followed suit, their steps casual and relaxed.
He Jinzhao glanced at the smile on his face, clicked his tongue, and said slowly, "You're strange."
Xie Lin's smile faded slightly, and he said casually, "Oh? Tell me more."
He Jinzhao gestured with his eyes towards the girl in front of him, and said meaningfully, "Have you finally figured it out?"
The man lowered his eyelids slightly, a breeze ruffled the silver hairs on his forehead, revealing his delicate eyebrows and eyes. He pursed his lips slightly and said calmly, "I'm a normal person."
He Jinzhao glanced at him, raised an eyebrow, and said nothing more.
The scorching summer sun burns the azure sky, and the blazing wind in the wilderness swirls up emerald smoke.
In these ordinary, mundane, beautiful, and tiny fragments.
And don't forget to feel the warmth of life.
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