I'm in Love Apartment, and the system is making me cultivate immortality.

Unlike the naive and youthful atmosphere of the first semester of freshman year, we have just entered the second semester.

Those freshmen who were not used to university life are already transitioning into upperclassmen.

Walking on the street, you can no longer see the bewildered look on the faces of freshmen when they first entered school.

Their style is becoming more mature, especially among girls.

I hadn't used cosmetics much in high school, but in college, without the constraints of my parents and teachers, I started to dress up.

Heart of beauty in everyone.

Gu Yifan walked down to the girls' dormitory and felt the difference was particularly noticeable; all the girls around him looked significantly more attractive.

However, it was limited by the constraints of the times.

In terms of how beautiful it is, emmm, it certainly can't compare to the makeup techniques that later developed into one of the four great evil arts.

However, Gu Yifan still spotted Xinling, the most eye-catching person in the crowd, at a glance.

Gu Yifan walked over, and the girl probably didn't notice him; she was standing at the dormitory entrance looking around.

Gu Yifan clicked his tongue twice. He hadn't thought much of it last year, but this year...
Perhaps it's because Cyndi was often influenced by her free-spirited and fashionable colleagues at the company.

Her taste in clothing has clearly improved by several levels.

A long white down jacket, high-top leather boots, and flowing hair made her look beautiful and innocent. As her face matured, a touch of feminine charm gradually emerged from within.

Cyndi is even more beautiful now; she's the most eye-catching one among girls.

The combination of her pure and delicate appearance with a touch of allure makes her so captivating that it's impossible to look away.

Gu Yifan felt both gratified and proud.

The current Cyndi Wang was discovered by him.

Otherwise, according to the trajectory of fate, Cyndi Wang would probably still have spent her four years of college looking rather unsophisticated and cautious.

Wearing a mask, Gu Yifan secretly walked towards Xinling, who was standing at the dormitory entrance, preparing to give her a little surprise.

On the road next to them, a few boys happened to be passing by together.

Boys, when passing by the girls' dormitory, will definitely take a second look.

Upon closer inspection...
Several boys also noticed that Xinling, who was standing on the steps, unconsciously slowed down her pace.

"Hey, isn't that Xinling from our class?"

"Exactly, she looks even prettier after not seeing you for winter break."

"Cao Guang, Young Master Cao, where are you going? Shouldn't you go up and say hello?"

Upon hearing this, Cao Guang, who had not stopped but quickened his pace upon seeing Xinling, paused, turned to his roommate, and urged him on.

"Why are you saying hello? Just get going."

Seeing that Cao Guang's expression was not very natural, his roommates assumed that he was just saying one thing but meaning another, and they exchanged glances.

"Cao Guang, you're the class monitor, what's the big deal about greeting your classmates?"

"Exactly, you're putting on airs, kid."

As they spoke, the group stepped forward and pulled and dragged Cao Guang toward the girls' dormitory.

Cao Guang couldn't persuade his roommate, and struggled, saying, "Fine, fine, I'll walk by myself."

His roommates then let him go.

Cao Guang looked up, his gaze complex as he looked at Xinling, who was still at the dormitory entrance.

Upon seeing her, one can't help but be amazed by Cyndi Wang's long, flowing hair.

When Cyndi first entered university, her hair was just past her shoulders.

Now she's grown to waist height, wearing a snow-white down jacket, looking ethereal and fairy-like.

Absolutely amazing.

But then Cao Guang recalled his experience on the day the exams ended before the holiday.

This was the first time he had been rejected so decisively and thoroughly by a girl.

As the undisputed heartthrob of the department and a talented man, Cao Guang also has his own pride.

Since you've been rejected, there's no need to keep trying to win me over.

That's why he quickened his pace just now.

But now, looking at the ethereal Xinling, Cao Guang's already wavering resolve wavered even more.

There's nothing wrong with saying hello.

We're all classmates.

Besides, Gu Yifan is just Xinling's older brother, not her boyfriend, so it's not like there's no chance.

Reassuring himself, Cao Guang straightened his clothes and stepped forward.

Behind him, his roommates stood there, discussing in hushed tones.

Do you think Cao Guang can win her over?

"I don't think so. How come we didn't notice before that we have such a beautiful girl in our class who's a school beauty?"

"You're blind! I noticed it a long time ago. She's aloof and has a slightly unapproachable air about her. She's definitely the Little Dragon Girl!"

"Get lost, you've been reading too many martial arts novels."

Dormitory door.

Xinling noticed Cao Guang walking over and took the initiative to greet him.

"Happy New Year, Class Monitor!"

"Um"

Cao Guang was taken aback.

Unexpectedly, Cyndi Wang took the initiative to greet him.

Could it be that there is still a chance?

have to say.

"She looked at me, so I still have a chance," or "She talked to me, so I still have a chance," and "She smiled at me, so I still have a chance" are three common misconceptions among boys.

Cyndi was simply trying to maintain a classmate relationship.

She has gradually grown since joining Extraordinary Comics and Animation.

Cyndi originally just wanted to be a demure and gentle wife, busy taking care of her husband.

But since her brother wants her to become an independent woman who can stand on her own two feet.

Xinling then followed Gu Yifan's wishes and became his right-hand woman.

As the company's CFO, one's interpersonal relationships naturally cannot be too bad. Besides, Cao Guang's academic performance is among the best, and he might be the kind of talent Gu Yifan needs.

That's why Cyndi Wang would take the initiative to greet him; that's all.

But Cao Guang suddenly felt a glimmer of hope. He composed himself and smiled.

"Happy New Year, Xinling, are you waiting for Erxi and the others?"

"Okay, I'll go pick them up later," Xinling replied.

"Want me to pick you up at the school gate? If you need help with your luggage, just let me know," Cao Guang said enthusiastically.

But Xinling shook her head.

"Going to the train station is no problem, no need for you to worry about it, squad leader."

Cyndi joked that when she smiles, two little dimples appear on her cheeks.

That smile sent a jolt through Cao Guangxin's heart.

Xinling, who has always been aloof, actually smiled, and her smile was so sweet.

Cao Guang's heart began to race.

He completely forgot about the slight embarrassment before the holiday.

"Are you sure you don't need me to ask a few classmates for help?" Cao Guang was indicating that he wasn't going alone.

Ke Xinling shook her head and refused, "No need, thank you."

Having said all that, Cao Guang had no way to make conversation anymore.

"Then I'll be going now, bye."

After saying that, Cao Guang turned around and walked towards his roommate who was still winking at him from the intersection, walking with an effortless and carefree gait.

"How about that? Squad Leader Cao wasn't willing to go just now, but now his smile is harder to suppress than a gun."

"Go to hell." Cao Guang coughed. "Who said I didn't want to go? Don't talk nonsense, lest it cause any misunderstandings."

Cao Guang's roommates shrugged and walked back to the dormitory arm in arm.

On the other hand, Xinling didn't pay any attention to Cao Guang.

She was hesitating whether to send a message to Gu Yifan to ask.

Suddenly, I noticed a familiar figure walking past me.

He looked very much like Gu Yifan from behind, but wearing a mask and walking straight past her made Xinling hesitate.

Seeing that the other person was about to walk over, Xinling quickly called out.

"elder brother?"

Upon hearing this, Gu Yifan's lips curled up, and he paused in his tracks.

Seeing this, Xinling was 100% certain that it was Gu Yifan.

Xinling smiled broadly, quickly ran down the steps, and without saying a word, grabbed Gu Yifan's arm, saying with a hint of reproach.

Why were you ignoring me just now?

Gu Yifan then took off his mask and winked at Xinling, "I was just seeing if you could recognize me. Looks like my disguise skills aren't up to par."

Xinling chuckled, "There's no disguise at all, I recognized you immediately!"

Gu Yifan pretended to be annoyed and pinched Xinling's face, which was full of collagen.

"You recognized me this time, but you might not be able to next time."

Xinling didn't take it seriously. She looked at Gu Yifan with gentle eyes and said, "No matter what you look like, I will still recognize you."

Cyndi has now learned to say those cheesy things too.

Gu Yifan thought with a gentle look in his eyes.

"Let's go, you drive today, I'll sit in the passenger seat." Gu Yifan walked over, intending to get into Xinling's car.

To everyone's surprise, Cyndi blinked and said, "I didn't drive here."

"Huh?" Gu Yifan was taken aback. "Where's the car?"

Xinling blushed and stuck out her tongue. "I left it at the company."

Gu Yifan asked in bewilderment, "Why aren't you driving? Are you afraid to go on the road alone?"

Xinling shook her head. "The parking spaces rented by the company are always occupied, so I just leave my car there. Otherwise, it would be a waste to pay parking fees."

Gu Yifan: "."

A bit dumbfounded.

"I bought you a car so you could get around, but you didn't drive this morning; you took the subway to school?"

Xinling nodded shyly, and even muttered a defense in a low voice.

"The subway is actually quite good, it's convenient, and I think driving on campus is too conspicuous."

Gu Yifan raised an eyebrow. "Oh, so it's not noticeable when you hold my arm?"

Xinling was taken aback, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

Indeed, quite a few eyes were on the two of them.

The two were handsome and beautiful, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say they were a perfect match. In addition, Gu Yifan was a celebrity to some extent.

The school forum is always full of gossip about him, but Gu Yifan has never cared.

"Go back and get the car, otherwise it'll be too much trouble to run back and forth between the school and the company," Gu Yifan reminded Xinling when she stopped talking.

"Okay." Xinling nodded softly.

Gu Yifan and Xinling turned around and walked back. "Then you can drive my car today."

As he spoke, Gu Yifan remembered the boy who had chatted with Xinling before him and casually mentioned him. "By the way, was that boy your classmate?"

Upon hearing this, Xinling nodded quickly, "Yes, that's our class monitor, Cao Guang. You've met him before, so I greeted him."

Gu Yifan smiled, sensing Xinling's slightly nervous tone. Did this girl think he would get angry if she talked to someone else?
Gu Yifan comforted Xinling, "Classmate, it's all good. Don't stay in your dorm every day this year. Participate in more school activities and make some friends."

As he spoke, Gu Yifan sighed with emotion.

"University life is neither long nor short, so enjoy it to the fullest."

Only after leaving school and entering society will one cherish the carefree days of university.

Unfortunately, Gu Yifan didn't have time to enjoy it all again.

As for Cao Guang, who greeted Xinling.

Gu Yifan didn't care at all; he trusted Xinling completely.

Seeing that Gu Yifan didn't seem angry, Xinling breathed a sigh of relief and nodded obediently in agreement.

"I got it."

After walking a few more steps, Xinling blinked and whispered, "If you're not happy, I won't talk to any other boys anymore."

Gu Yifan raised an eyebrow. "So you don't listen to the male teachers' classes either?"

Cyndi nodded without hesitation.

"Hmm! Anyway, I don't think I'll use most of the things taught in class in the company, so I might as well learn some useful knowledge."

Before he could finish speaking, Gu Yifan tapped him lightly on the forehead.

Xinling covered her forehead, looking at Gu Yifan with innocent eyes.

"You're getting all worked up just because I called you fat? Do you think I'm that petty? Besides..."

"Besides what?" Xinling tilted her head and looked at Gu Yifan.

Gu Yifan winked at her and joked, "Besides, my Xinling has grown up and is definitely the school beauty. It'll be a good look for me to walk with you."

Upon hearing this, Xinling's little joy was almost bursting out, and her eyes were like a pool of clear autumn water, her heart melting for Gu Yifan.

"Brother, stop teasing me."

No matter how much others praise you, it can't compare to a compliment from your beloved.

"Who's kidding you? There's been a lot of online polls lately to choose the most beautiful girls from all the schools. How about outshining everyone else? Go from being the most beautiful girl at Tongji University to becoming the most beautiful girl in the whole country?"

"Hey! If you say that again, I'm not talking to you anymore!"

Xinling pounced on Gu Yifan, playfully wrestling with him, and walked towards where Gu Yifan had parked his car.

The two were chatting and laughing, but didn't notice anything amiss.

As they passed a dormitory building, a boy with a stiff smile stared blankly at the two of them.

Cao Guang had just arrived at his dormitory and hadn't even gone inside when he received a call from his counselor asking him to go to the office.

It was supposed to be to explain the arrangements for the class meeting at the beginning of the semester.

As he walked out humming a tune, he saw this scene.

Seeing Xinling, whom I had just met, walking and chatting with another boy, the two flirting and showing their intimacy.

Cao Guang's good mood vanished instantly, leaving him feeling utterly miserable, as if he were about to swallow a bitter pill.

What do you mean, go pick up your roommate? Pshaw!
She's clearly waiting for another man!
Cao Guang immediately recognized Gu Yifan next to Xinling.

It's this guy again! Last time, it was because of him that Xinling refused the party that Cao Guang planned. This time, Xinling is waiting for him again!

Jealousy began to fester in Cao Guang's heart and spread everywhere.
Xinling was still somewhat cautious when she first started driving Gu Yifan's Range Rover.

But they quickly became proficient.

Cyndi Wang is indeed very talented at learning; she learns everything very quickly, whether it's academic studies or anything else.

Gu Yifan finally got to enjoy the treatment of a boss's secretary, sitting in the passenger seat.

After all, who would actually sit in the passenger seat when they're the real boss? They'd definitely be resting in the back.

On the other hand, people should learn to be content, for only contentment brings lasting happiness.

I looked at Xinling, who was looking straight ahead with a serious expression, meticulously following the traffic rules.

Gu Yifan felt amusement and wanted to laugh.

"There's no need to straighten your back, relax a bit."

Xinling shook her head. Of course she wouldn't do that alone, but Gu Yifan was sitting right next to her.

Traffic safety is no small matter, and Xinling certainly doesn't want a car accident to happen while she's with Gu Yifan.

Xinling verbally agreed, but she remained meticulous and drove carefully.

Seeing this, Gu Yifan let Xinling go.

However, the consequence of driving with such constant tension is...

When Xinling arrived at the train station, she immediately started acting cute with Gu Yifan as soon as she got out of the car.

Driving is so tiring; she has aches and pains in her back and hands.

Let Gu Yifan take her back with him.

Gu Yifan found a parking space and parked the car before calling Xie Xun.

After finding out where they were, he took Xinling there.

On the way, Xinling unconsciously took Gu Yifan's arm and turned her bag around to face him.

Seeing Gu Yifan looking at her, Xinling explained.

The dean had always taught her that train stations are places where all sorts of people mingle, and there are many swindlers and thieves, so she had to be careful.

Gu Yifan: Your dean is quite vigilant.

However, what he said was not wrong, so he let Xinling do as she pleased.

They didn't encounter any pickpockets on the road, but a group of elderly men and women surrounded them, speaking in various regional dialects, asking if they wanted to stay at a hotel for rest, saying it was very cheap.

They have all kinds of accents, but none of them have the local Shanghai accent.

That said, even within Shanghai itself, there are many different accents, and they all seem to dislike each other.

Soon, Gu Yifan saw Xie Xun and the others at the sign at the exit of the station.

"Brother Xun, Xiang Yu, Brother Chao."

Gu Yifan walked over to greet them, and the three of them turned to look.

"Mr. Gu, you're here. It's been a long time, Xinling."

Xinling and Lin Xiangyu had met more than once, and they greeted each other with graceful nods.

"What, Xiao Jing hasn't come out yet?" Gu Yifan asked with a smile when he saw Xie Xun looking on with eager anticipation.

"Soon, I just called Xiaojing, their train is a little delayed," Xie Xun replied.

Gu Yifan scratched his head and looked at Xinling, "When will Erxi and the others arrive?"

"Yes, Erxi has already exited the station, but Xingchen will still be about half an hour away," Xinling replied immediately after contacting her two roommates.

Let's wait and see.

Gu Yifan spotted a vendor selling roasted corn and sweet potatoes by the roadside, so they went over and each bought one. The group then began to munch on the warm corn.

"Xinling, where did you buy that white down jacket you're wearing?" Xie Xun asked curiously while munching on corn.

"This one?" Xinling hesitated for a moment, then answered softly, "It was a gift from a colleague at work."

Actually, Gu Yifan bought this when he took Xinling shopping.

However, Xinling sensed Xie Xun's liking for it and perhaps wanted to give Xiao Jing a set as well.

But this item is not cheap.

It was so expensive that even Cyndi Wang, who is used to luxury goods, felt a little nervous.

But it wouldn't be appropriate to state the price directly, so Cyndi lied and said it was a gift from a colleague.

Gu Yifan knew that Xinling's lie was well-intentioned, so he smiled and didn't expose her.

Sure enough, Xie Xun scratched his head upon hearing this, "Oh, I was thinking it was quite pretty, and I was going to buy one for Xiao Jing too."

Guan Chao nodded upon hearing this. Lin Xiangyu, on the other hand, came from the best family and recognized that Xinling's down jacket must be expensive, so he stepped in to smooth things over.

"Hey Xun, do you even know how to deliver this? Who delivers winter coats after the New Year? Next time, deliver them earlier."

Xie Xun thought about it and agreed. He just had some money on hand now and couldn't wait to buy something for Xiao Jing.

Just as a minor incident quietly subsided.

Gu Yifan noticed a short-haired girl wearing a pink and white knit sweater, a knitted hat, and cotton earmuffs, dragging a suitcase as she walked out of the station exit.

"Is that Erxi?"

Xinling turned around upon hearing this, her expression delighted, "Erxi! Over here!"

At the exit.

Erxi was looking around when she vaguely heard a sound. Then she saw Xinling waving at her and happily dragging her suitcase, running over.

We hadn't seen each other for a whole winter break.

Two girls who had formed a deep friendship ran towards each other, eventually hugging and letting out soft screams and cheers.

Seeing this, Lin Xiangyu and the other two clicked their tongues and looked at each other.

"Why are you looking at me? Even if I go home and come back, I can't hug you." Xie Xun said, jumping up and down.

Lin Xiangyu rolled his eyes speechlessly. "You think I would? Tch, it seems boys and girls are just different."

Gu Yifan smiled without saying a word.

After a while, Xinling came over carrying Erxi's bag.

"Hi, Yifan, it's been a long time." Erxi's face was a little red, perhaps because she was too excited just now, and she waved to Gu Yifan in a generous manner.

"Welcome back, Erxi." Gu Yifan handed over the roasted corn he had specially reserved for Erxi.

As a true foodie, Erxi immediately cheered, "Is it for me? Thank you, Brother Yifan!"

As she spoke, she eagerly opened the plastic bag, took a bite, and said, "Xinling, you have no idea what a miserable life I've been living at home, sob sob sob."

Lin Xiangyu coughed and said, "Erxi, don't the three of us deserve your attention?"

"Exactly, exactly. Although Mr. Gu is very handsome, you can't ignore the three of us, can you?" Guan Chao nodded in agreement.
Xie Xun hooked his arms around Lin Xiangyu and Guan Chao's shoulders from behind, saying, "Hey, the brothers' hearts are broken."

Seeing the three of them joking around, Erxi stuck out his tongue and said generously, "Oh dear, I just didn't have time. Hello everyone."

As she spoke, Erxi was taken aback. "Hey, you've all come to pick me up?"

“No, they’re accompanying Xie Xun to pick up his girlfriend,” Xinling explained.

Erxi suddenly realized, "I knew it!"

After exchanging greetings, Erxi pulled Xinling aside to chat.

Xie Xun's phone rang just then. He took it out, glanced at it, and his eyes lit up. "It's Xiao Jing!"

"Hey Xiaojing, I'm waiting for you at the exit. Yes, Mr. Gu and Lin Xiangyu are here too, umm."

After hanging up the phone, Xie Xun was overjoyed and said, "Xiao Jing said she got off the bus."

Everyone is looking forward to it.

Before long, Xiao Jing and her group of roommates came out. They had gone to the south to work during the winter break, and now they had naturally come back together.

However, this time Xiao Jing didn't seem to invite her roommates. Instead, after saying goodbye, she walked towards Xie Xun alone.

"Brother Xun~"

Seeing his girlfriend, whom he had been longing for day and night, smiling and walking gracefully toward him, Xie Xun could no longer resist running over and picking her up in his arms.

"Hey Xun-ge, what are you doing? There are so many people here."

Xie Xun ignored her and gave the smiling Xiao Jing a quick kiss on the cheek before letting go of her shyness.

"What's there to be afraid of? I'm holding my own wife, who dares to say anything?"

"Brother Xun!"

Seeing Xiao Jing's expression change, Xie Xun chuckled and became henpecked, "Alright, alright, I won't say anything more."

"Oh, right, Xiao Jing, I have a surprise for you later."

Xiao Jing was taken aback for a moment upon hearing this, then smiled and said, "Brother Xun, how did you know I also had a surprise for you?" (End of this chapter)