Chapter 1 White Peach Croissant
Rain is always unusually frequent in late spring.
At 4:30 PM, a sudden downpour began without warning. Large raindrops pelted the clear windows, leaving the glass mottled and unrecognizable with watermarks.
The rain outside was pouring down like a torrential downpour, making a loud, pattering sound.
It added an unusual tranquility to the tense atmosphere of the college entrance exam preparation class.
Meng Xi was working on a history test. She had just finished one of the big questions when her deskmate gently nudged her arm and whispered, "Look, isn't that Lu Yu outside?"
She paused, then looked up out the window.
Surrounded by teaching buildings on three sides, she could see Lu Yu walking out of the classroom with his head down, his expression indifferent and aloof, through the railing.
He is very tall, about 185 cm, with a slender build and good proportions.
That face was so strikingly beautiful that it was impossible not to notice it.
The teacher looked up at him angrily and reprimanded him sharply. He frowned, looking irritable, completely ignoring the teacher's scolding, and leaned against the wall, his expression gloomy.
Looking at his expression, Meng Xi felt a tremor in her heart and subconsciously pursed her lips.
Lu Yu got angry.
If the teacher continues, I'm afraid...
Meng Xi lowered her eyes to look at the questions in front of her, then stopped looking and said softly, "It's okay, let's do the questions."
He probably made some mistake again, which upset the teacher.
Lu Yu has always had a volatile and eccentric personality, so this kind of thing is not uncommon.
It's already late April, and with just over a month until the college entrance exam, she can finally...
I no longer need to live at the Lu family's house.
Meng Xi had made plans for herself.
With fewer classes in university, she can work part-time to support herself.
I usually live in the dormitory, and I hope I won't cause any trouble for my uncles and aunts.
She already owes the Lu family too much.
The test paper was finished when the bell rang, signaling the end of get out of class.
Meng Xi obediently packed her schoolbag, preparing to go home.
Okay, back...
The Lu family.
The Lu family's villa is not far from the school. Since it's still dark now, walking home will save them a dollar.
Today is Saturday. I'll go back and rest for a day, and then come to school on Monday morning.
She gathered all the practice papers she needed to work on that day, walked to the door, and opened the light green umbrella that had always been with her.
With a "rip," the tarpaulin tore a long gash from her movements and was completely ruined.
Meng Xi stood at the doorway, facing a torrential downpour.
She lowered her eyelashes, looking at the broken and unusable umbrella in her hand, and bit her lower lip.
Is the umbrella broken?
A gentle and pleasant voice came from the side. Meng Xi turned her head and saw that it was Xu Sinian, a classmate from the experimental class next door.
She nodded and said politely, "Yes."
Before Xu Sinian could speak again, Meng Xi moved away, keeping a distance that was neither too close nor too far from him, and said softly with her head down, "Thank you for your concern. I'm going to get in the car now."
After saying that, she quickly went downstairs without looking at Xu Sinian again.
Meng Xi was slender and petite, with bright, dark eyes like water grapes, and pale pink lips that spoke of rejection.
Coupled with her stubborn and resolute aloof figure, Xu Sinian suddenly felt a sense of distance from her that made them seem unreachable.
Meng Xi knew that Xu Sinian, just as everyone said, had some... youthful feelings for her. Right now, their most important thing was the college entrance exam, and she didn't want to get involved in any romantic entanglements.
not to mention.
Alone and struggling to make ends meet, she didn't deserve anyone's affection.
Meng Xi used her schoolbag to shield her head as she rushed into the heavy rain and caught the nearest bus.
The rain stopped quickly when the bus was halfway there.
The pedestrian street outside quickly became bustling and lively again, with crowds of people.
My gaze fell on the largest cake shop in front of the pedestrian street, called "Cure," where employees were pushing out a newly launched display cart.
Meng Xixin was moved and got off the train at this stop.
She stopped at "Cure," and the young lady at the door greeted her with a smile: "Little sister, would you like to try our new product, the white peach croissant? It's delicious!"
Meng Xi looked down at the sliced bread, the sweet and delicious aroma of white peach milk lingering in her nostrils.
She glanced at it and saw that the price was marked "15.8 yuan/each".
My heart sank immediately.
So expensive.
She only has 20 yuan a day for food now...
If I buy it, I'll go hungry tomorrow.
Upon seeing the price, she straightened up, somewhat embarrassed, and timidly apologized, "I'm sorry, I... I won't buy it."
The young woman picked up a small piece of the sample and handed it to her, her eyes crinkling with a smile: "It's okay to try it, no problem."
Meng Xi smiled shyly and ate the bread.
The aroma and soft texture of white peaches fill the mouth, instantly bringing a sense of comfort and healing.
cure, to heal.
The shop lives up to its name.
She said, "Thank you, sister."
Then, carrying his schoolbag, he turned around and walked towards the Lu family's house.
She looked up and saw Lu Yu standing impatiently under a large tree. A fragrant breeze swept past her, and a young girl walked up to him.
With a slender figure and a pure and lovely appearance, she was standing on tiptoe, bringing the white peach croissant she had just liked but couldn't afford to Lu Yu's mouth.
She's the prettiest girl in the class next door.
She lowered her eyes and was about to leave when she saw Lu Yu raise his hand and knock over the croissant, coldly sneering, "I already told you I hate sweets, don't you have a brain?"
He lost his patience and took a long stride forward.
The class beauty, who spoke in a soft, sweet voice, wasn't angry. Instead, she chased after him, pouting, "Lu Yu, don't be angry. If you don't like it, you don't have to eat it."
Meng Xi watched their departing figures, then looked at the food scattered on the ground.
He silently stepped forward and picked up the bread.
It's a bit of a shame, so I threw it in the trash.
She always felt a little sad when others discarded the things she longed for.
She and Lu Yu lived under the same roof.
But she was a guest.
He is God, and all things in the world are at his fingertips.
Meng Xi slowly walked back to the Lu family home. As soon as she entered, Uncle Gu greeted her kindly at the door: "Xi Xi is back."
She smiled and said politely, "Good afternoon, Uncle Gu."
Uncle Gu took her schoolbag naturally and asked with concern, "How was school today? Did you have a good day?"
After asking, he said with a smile, "Did the young master cause any trouble today?"
Meng Xi replied obediently, "I'm fine today, and my studies went very smoothly."
She paused when she mentioned Lu Yu, lowered her head, and said hesitantly, "He..."
Before she could even speak.
A cold, hard voice came from behind: "Uncle Gu, just ask me if you have anything to say."
Meng Xi shut her mouth, looked at the road beneath her feet, and didn't say a word.
Uncle Gu smiled calmly and said, "Madam called today to ask about the young master's recent situation. Why don't you call her back tonight to let her know you're safe? She's been thinking of you a lot."
Lu Yu curled his lips in disdain, a hint of mockery flashing in his dark eyes.
"You miss me?"
He lowered his head slightly, strode into the villa, and said emotionlessly, "Don't wait for me for dinner."
Uncle Gu was used to this and said gently to Meng Xi, "Xi Xi, Aunt Chen has prepared a big table of delicious dishes today. Uncle Gu will accompany you to eat."
After Lu Yu left, Meng Xi felt much more relaxed and nodded obediently.
I went into the restaurant on the first floor with Uncle Gu.
She really liked the steamed sea bass on the table. Since Lu Yu wasn't there, she was able to relax for once and ate several bites.
Uncle Gu looked at her and said with some emotion, "Xi Xi."
"...Huh?"
She timidly raised her head, unsure of what Uncle Gu wanted to say.
He slowly said, "Madam once instructed that she hoped you would treat the Lu family as your own. But Uncle Gu knows that you are an obedient child and never want to trouble us even a little bit. You live a cautious and careful life."
He sighed, "It must have been very hard."
Meng Xi listened in a daze, and suddenly felt a lump in her throat.
I almost burst into tears.
Knowing that Uncle Gu always cared about her, she quickly held back her tears and smiled sweetly, "No, I'm very happy here."
Uncle Gu picked up a large mouthful of shrimp and looked at her affectionately: "If only the young master were half as sensible as Xi Xi."
Meng Xi smiled softly and silently ate her rice.
The Lu family had been incredibly kind to him.
But with the college entrance exam just around the corner, Lu Yu still behaves badly and recklessly every day.
She had also heard about Lu Yu's achievements.
At this rate, I'm afraid I won't even be able to get into a junior college...
Even if Uncle Lu and Aunt Xu are very rich, Lu Yu has no education at all, so it will probably be difficult for him.
Meng Xi pondered silently.
She will be leaving the Lu family soon.
Shouldn't I do something for Lu Yu before leaving, if I can?
After dinner, Meng Xi organized a bunch of materials and notes that she thought were very useful in her room, printed them out using the Lu family's printer, and wondered whether she should send them to him.
For four years, they have maintained this cold and distant relationship.
Even at the school, almost no one knew that they lived together.
to be honest.
Meng Xi was a little afraid of him.
I'm afraid he'll be fierce, afraid he'll be cold.
I was afraid of his aloof and unapproachable demeanor.
Whenever Lu Yu is around, she feels anxious and depressed.
But this was his home, and she always avoided it whenever possible, forcing a smile when they met.
But in the end, he was still his uncle and aunt's only son.
She, Meng Xi, is not an ingrate.
Having mustered her courage, Meng Xi, carrying the documents, slowly walked from the easternmost side of the second floor to the westernmost side of the fifth floor.
The journey seemed so long, and her heart was pounding with anxiety.
My heart was pounding in my throat.
She had never been this nervous, not even during mock exams.
She imagined a thousand possibilities after opening the door.
I fear that he might just as easily squander my good intentions and courage, just like he did today when he knocked over the white peach croissant that was supposed to be the prettiest girl in the next class.
At the entrance of Luyu.
Meng Xi quietly stopped.
He stretched out his arm tremblingly.
Take a deep breath for a while.
A gentle knock was made.
"Tap—tap—tap."
A moment later, Lu Yu scooped up the door with his long arm and opened it.
While drying his black hair, he looked down at the girl in front of him who only reached his chest.
For some reason, Meng Xi looked at his expression and felt that he seemed to be in a very bad mood, trying his best to hold back. His expression was also very anxious, and he was in a state of extreme negative emotions.
The corridor lights were off, only the dim floor lamps were on.
Meng Xi still had baby fat on her face, but her chin was quite pointed. Her timid, wet eyes looked up at him cautiously and fearfully.
Then I caught a glimpse of something below.
Meng Xi's breathing quickened for a moment.
Lu Yu had just finished showering and was only wearing a bath towel around his waist.
You can even clearly see the watermarks on his abs.
Meng Xi was startled and apologized repeatedly in a low voice, "I'm sorry, Lu Yu, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to bother you."
"I……"
She held the documents in her arms in the dim yellow light; her skin was fair, her figure slender, and she looked like a fragile porcelain doll.
Lu Yu rubbed his forehead, looking somewhat pained, and said through gritted teeth.
"Get to the point."
“…I’ve compiled some college entrance exam materials, I hope you can use them.” She squatted down and carefully placed the materials against the door, subconsciously taking a step back: “Then I…I won’t bother you anymore.”
His patience had reached its limit, and he said impatiently, "Do you think I need these?"
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