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On the basketball court, Zhao Shucheng played basketball with his roommates, sweating profusely.

Gu Senxiang was preparing for the symposium at the student union today, which is why Zhao Shucheng and his roommate came together.

Not far away in the stands, Luo Zhi quietly sat down. Not long ago, she had also sat in the stands, when Sheng Huainan accidentally hit her with a ball. What should have been a good opportunity to get to know each other was missed because of Luo Zhi's timidity and avoidance.

Another basketball flew in, and Luo Zhi subconsciously closed her eyes, but Zhang Mingrui nimbly blocked it.

"Luo Zhi, what are you daydreaming about?"

Luo Zhi snapped out of her daze, glanced at Zhang Mingrui, and said, "The basketball was too fast; I didn't have time to react."

Zhao Shucheng also saw Luo Zhi, walked over, and said, "Luo Zhi, are you alright?"

"fine."

"Okay, you sit down first, I'll play for a while."

Before Luo Zhi could say anything, Zhao Shucheng grabbed the basketball and went back to the court.

Zhang Mingrui simply sat down and started chatting with Luo Zhi.

"Luo Zhi, your boyfriend is no good either. After something like this just happened, he only asked once before continuing to play basketball. It's obvious he doesn't care about you at all."

Luo Zhi then realized that Zhang Mingrui's boyfriend was Zhao Shucheng. She smiled and said, "It's okay, I'm free after all, aren't I? By the way, how come you have time to play ball instead of going on a date with Xu Riqing?"

"She recently asked me to go shopping and see a movie, but I..."

"But what? Isn't this what you've always wanted?"

Zhang Mingrui said, "Remember what I told you before? It's easy to have a crush on someone. It seems like a simple thing, but in reality, it's completely different from what you imagine."

In this respect, Luo Zhi and Zhang Mingrui had a lot in common. Unrequited love seems like a beautiful thing, but when you actually get close to the other person, you realize that things aren't as simple as they appear.

She had a crush on Sheng Huainan back then, so she carefully observed him and cultivated a tacit understanding and shared interests. But after being rejected when she confessed her feelings, she realized that he wasn't as perfect as she had imagined.

Zhang Mingrui felt the same way; the closer he got to Xu Riqing, the more uneasy he became. Xu Riqing loved shopping, and the things she casually picked out were things Zhang Mingrui would have to work several jobs to afford. While he played basketball, Xu Riqing would be glued to her phone, just like Zhang Mingrui was when they went shopping together.

The two people have completely different interests and hobbies. The closer they get, the more they realize how incompatible they are.

"Unrequited love has a beauty of distance; the more you idealize someone, the more you feel like you've lost yourself."

"That's right, that's how I feel too. But speaking of which, you can't really say you have a crush on Qi Ming anymore. But I'm curious about something: you know Qi Ming is getting close to other girls, don't you mind at all?"

How could Luo Zhi really not mind? But she had no reason to stop Zhao Shucheng. In fact, she wasn't even Zhao Shucheng's official boyfriend yet; she was just using the title of girlfriend.

Just as the two were talking, a big change occurred on the field.

Sheng Huainan also arrived at the stadium, replacing one of his players, and confronted Zhao Shucheng directly.

Zhao Shucheng didn't pay attention at first, but when he was about to dribble, he saw Sheng Huainan blocking his way and defending him with all his might, which immediately piqued his interest.

Zhao Shucheng was just playing around at first, but since Sheng Huainan was taking it seriously, he didn't mind letting Sheng Huainan know the difference between the two of them.

Zhang Mingrui spotted Sheng Huainan on the court immediately and exclaimed in surprise, "What brings Huainan here?"

Upon hearing the sound, Luo Zhi looked over and saw Sheng Huainan actively defending against Zhao Shucheng, seemingly unwilling to give Zhao Shucheng any chance to make a move.

Zhang Mingrui noticed Luo Zhi's worry and said with a smile, "Don't worry, Lao Sheng knows what he's doing and won't let your boyfriend get hurt. But Lao Sheng used to play baseball, so he has good eyesight. Qi Ming might not have many chances to score."

But as soon as he finished speaking, he saw Zhao Shucheng jump back and score a three-pointer, before Sheng Huainan could even stop him.

"Pretty!"

Luo Zhi didn't expect Zhao Shucheng to be such a good basketball player; even Sheng Huainan from their high school team couldn't defend against him.

Sheng Huainan originally wanted to put on a show in front of Luo Zhi, but unexpectedly, he ended up helping Zhao Shucheng. Although he continued to play defensively, he was completely outmaneuvered by the serious Zhao Shucheng, like a child.

Zhang Mingrui couldn't bear to watch any longer, so he pulled the exhausted Sheng Huainan away from the court.

Seeing that Sheng Huainan had left, and that the others were somewhat exhausted from the intense confrontation, Zhao Shucheng said, "Second and third brothers, I'll treat everyone to some water. I've sent you the money. You can go on your own. I have other things to do."

With that, Zhao Shucheng walked directly to Luo Zhi and said, "Luo Zhi, let's go!"

Luo Zhi nodded and said, "Okay, Xiangxiang should have finished her meeting by now."

After walking for a while, Zhao Shucheng said, "You must have seen Sheng Huainan come looking for me earlier, right?"

"I saw it, so what?"

"Don't you have any other feelings? Sheng Huainan approached me not just to play basketball, but also to beat me in front of you. It's a pity he didn't know my strength and only humiliated himself. But it seems he really likes you. Didn't you like him before? Aren't you going to give him even the slightest chance?"

Luo Zhi didn't expect Zhao Shucheng to be talking about this. She shook her head and said, "You said it yourself, it was before. When I confessed to Sheng Huainan and said 'I like you,' my crush was already over. Sheng Huainan rejected me at the time, which also put an end to this relationship."

"I don't know what Sheng Huainan is thinking, but since he rejected me and my confession didn't get a response, it's better to walk away than to keep pestering him. Besides, even if he likes me now, why should I necessarily reciprocate?"

"Don't you feel it's a pity? You two originally had the chance to be together, and you could have given your feelings for each other all those years ago an answer?"

Hearing Zhao Shucheng say this, Luo Zhi shook her head and said, "Actually, when I confessed, I was trying to give an answer to my years of unrequited love, but you've seen the result. As for him liking me later, that's his own business. I don't need to easily change my mind just to give him an explanation." Zhao Shucheng smiled and said, "I didn't expect you to be so decisive and rational in matters of the heart, Luo Zhi. Many people can't do that."

Luo Zhi glanced at Zhao Shucheng but didn't reveal her true feelings. In fact, she had already fallen in love with Zhao Shucheng without realizing it, so Sheng Huainan had become a thing of the past.

However, due to Gu Senxiang's presence, Luo Zhi dared not confess her feelings and could only keep them to herself.

"You said it yourself, it's just a crush, just like how many people like you at school, but you can't just agree to be with them just to give others an explanation, right?"

Zhao Shucheng said with a smile, "That's true. I already have Xiangxiang, so I don't usually look at other people. But if a beautiful woman confesses her feelings to me, I might not be able to bear to refuse."

"you……"

Looking at the surprised Luo Zhi, Zhao Shucheng smiled and said, "Didn't expect me to say that? I've never been a saint, nor am I a monogamous man. While I wouldn't call myself a playboy, it's impossible for me to truly ignore all temptations. It's just that most of the time I can still stick to my principles."

Zhao Shucheng never minded letting others know his thoughts. After all, keeping things to himself wasn't in his nature. Besides, after so many worlds, he was no longer the ordinary working man he once was.

When Zhao Shucheng and Luo Zhi arrived at the student council, they found that they had not yet finished their meeting.

Mo Dan was not very satisfied with the interview transcript they had prepared, feeling that it was too superficial and did not demonstrate much understanding of her mystery novels.

Chen Yongle from the student council simply disappeared, only caring about his own future. He disregarded the fact that the student council had already widely publicized the symposium. If Mo Dan refused the invitation to the symposium because of this, the student council would become a laughing stock of the school.

Just when everyone was at a loss, Gu Senxiang saw Luo Zhi and said, "Luo Zhi, you've finally arrived. You've read Mo Dan's books, so you should know something about him. Take a look at this interview transcript. Is there anything that needs improvement?"

Luo Zhi hadn't expected to be drafted again. After hesitating for a moment, she agreed to help come up with some ideas. After all, this matter initially had nothing to do with Gu Senxiang; it was only because she and Ye Zhanyan had declined that Gu Senxiang was forced to take on the task at this critical moment.

But as soon as she sat down, she suddenly remembered something and said, "Could we revise this interview transcript a little later? I have something else to do."

Gobi said anxiously, "Luo Zhi, only you can help us now. Whatever it is, we'll take care of it for you. As long as the interview transcript is sent to Mo Dan today, everything will still be in time."

Luo Zhi said, "It's just that the children at the homes where I tutor are about to get out of school, and I need some time here. I don't have time to pick them up, and I can't even give them lessons."

"That's alright. You can make a phone call to ask for leave, or we are all top students and can go in your place."

Upon hearing Gobi's words, Luo Zhi shook her head and said, "That won't do. I promised them, and breaking my promise is bad for children. Besides, you two won't do it. Jack and Tiffany have no motivation to learn when facing unfamiliar people."

"What should I do?"

Luo Zhi suddenly noticed Zhao Shucheng standing to the side as if nothing had happened. She suddenly remembered that Jack and Tiffany really liked Zhao Shucheng's cooking and enjoyed playing with him. However, since Zhao Shucheng wasn't their tutor, they could only visit him one or two days a month.

"Qi Ming, how about you make a trip for me? Jack and Tiffany like you a lot, so it'll definitely be fine if you go."

Zhao Shucheng was taken aback upon hearing this. He glanced at everyone else looking at him expectantly, even Gu Senxiang seemed to want him to go. He could only nod and say:

"Okay, just this once, and don't let it happen again. Xiangxiang, I'm going!"

"Go ahead, I'll go back to the dorm with Luo Zhi after I'm done here, you don't need to worry."

"Sigh, okay, this is the first time I haven't taken Xiangxiang back to her dorm. It's upsetting!"

Gu Senxiang stood up and hit Zhao Shucheng, saying, "Qi Ming, are you trying to get yourself killed? Stop causing trouble and come back soon."

"Oh, okay!"

When Zhao Shucheng arrived at the school gate, he saw the luxury car that had come to pick up Luo Zhi. After knocking on the car door and explaining the situation, the other party let Zhao Shucheng get in the car and drove directly to Jack and Tiffany's school.

Luo Zhi had already called Zhu Yan, who knew that Zhao Shucheng was a big brother the children liked and had seen photos of Zhao Shucheng with the children, so she agreed to let Zhao Shucheng take over as tutor for a day.

Jack and Tiffany had been looking forward to seeing Luo Zhi, but when they walked out of the school gate and didn't see her standing there as usual, they felt a little disappointed. However, when they reached their car and saw Zhao Shucheng, all their disappointment vanished, and they excitedly ran over.

"Brother Qi Ming, are you here to pick us up today?"

"Yes, your sister Luo Zhi had something to do, so I came to pick you up. Are you happy?"

"happy!"

After Zhao Shucheng picked up the child, he drove to their home, which was a villa area in Shanghai. Given the private elementary school Jack Tiffany attended and the luxury car that usually picked up and dropped off Luo Zhi, it was obvious that Zhu Yan was quite wealthy.

Zhao Shucheng didn't know much about Jack's mother, Zhu Yan. He only knew that her real name wasn't Zhu Yan, and that she was the youngest daughter of the Sheng family. When she was young, she had a relationship with Ding Shuijing's father and became pregnant, but Ding Shuijing's father already had a family and abandoned her.

Zhu Yan's father, however, favored sons over daughters. In fact, Sheng Huainan's father felt ashamed that his sister was pregnant out of wedlock, so he kicked Zhu Yan out of the house.

As a result, Zhu Yan left the Sheng family, severed ties with the clan, and even changed her name to immigrate overseas. It was abroad that she started a new life, found love again, and gave birth to Tiffany. However, due to opposition from Tiffany's family, Zhu Yan chose to be independent, returned to China, and raised her two children alone.

This was Zhao Shucheng's first visit. He had assumed Zhu Yan would be home, but to his surprise, only the nanny and driver were there; Zhu Yan herself was not home.

The nanny was originally going to cook, but Jack and Tiffany insisted on eating the dishes made by Zhao Shucheng. Unable to resist their nagging, Zhao Shucheng had no choice but to cook a dish for them, which finally satisfied Jack and Tiffany.

After finishing his meal with Jack and the others, Zhao Shucheng took them to his study to study. Fortunately, Zhao Shucheng had a good knowledge base, and educating the two children, who were not yet ten years old, was no problem at all.

While Zhao Shucheng was teaching the children, Zhu Yan had already returned. She had only peeked into the study before going to the dining room for dinner.

She immediately noticed the dish that was eaten the most on the table, and it even included carrots, which the children usually disliked. She became quite curious. (End of Chapter)