How come you're also my ex-girlfriend?

"Damn! This Xu Yan is a complete idiot!"

"Damn it, I disliked him even when we were classmates, and now he's gotten even worse!"

"Does he really think that just because he's moved up to the honors class, he's superior to everyone else? I could bury him in money!"

Yang Hao, who went back with Lin Jia, was still cursing incessantly.

On one hand, he wanted to vent his anger, and on the other hand, he wanted to salvage the situation in front of Lin Jia.

It wasn't that I chickened out or lacked guts just now. You can't really fight a Gundam, can you? You can't imagine a human taming a Titan.

After saying that, he turned his head and looked at Lin Jia with a gentle expression, "Jiajia, it's okay. Since he's like this, there's nothing more to say. Not giving you face is not giving me face. I'll definitely help you get back at him when I have the chance."

Lin Jia: ...

No, I don't think he insulted me. Weren't they all insulting you?

There's no way around it; relationships between people are just that fragile. Sometimes, before you even put in the effort, the enemy has already disintegrated from within.

At least Lin Jia genuinely didn't think she and Yang Hao were in the same situation, nor did she believe that Xu Yan had targeted her much earlier. Perhaps his indifferent attitude towards her was because she and Yang Hao were together... From this perspective, she had made a mistake.

But it could also be considered an opportunity to open a gap.

Thinking of this, Lin Jia put on a gentle expression and said to Yang Hao:

"It's okay, I'm fine. I'll go buy a bottle of water; you've had a long day too."

Yang Hao was quite touched. "Oh, I'm fine! There's really no need to go to so much trouble. Why should we bother with these things?"

Lin Jia had already turned slightly. "No, no, no, this is what I should do."

After saying that, he walked towards the convenience store without looking back.

Yang Hao smiled broadly. He felt that although today's plan was not entirely successful, his attitude had clearly moved Lin Jia.

She saw her true feelings and estimated that it wouldn't be long before they could officially confess their love and become a couple. At this time, Yang Hao even started to fantasize.

How about using some sophisticated techniques to get her to confess her feelings to you first? That would seem much more impressive...

Lost in thought, Lin Jia returned with two bottles of water.

Lin Jia handed one of the bottles to Yang Hao, who smiled broadly and reached out his large hand to grasp it. Lin Jia released it quickly, perfectly avoiding any chance of him touching her fingers.

Yang Hao smiled somewhat awkwardly, "Thank you, Jiajia..."

"Yes, it's nothing."

After saying that, she grabbed the water and prepared to leave. Yang Hao hurriedly asked, "Jiajia, where are you going?"

Lin Jia replied softly, "I think there must be some misunderstanding between me and Xu Yan. I'll go explain it to him; after all, we were classmates..."

Yang Hao opened his mouth, wanting to stop the other person.

I was thinking, "What's there to explain?! I'm Yang Hao, who is he?"

But Lin Jia walked very fast, giving Yang Hao no chance to stop her, so Yang Hao could only say to himself.

There's nothing I can do, Lin Jia is just that kind-hearted person, let her go... Anyway, Lin Jia wouldn't like a self-important idiot like Xu Yan who has high aspirations but low abilities.

Lin Jia stopped Xu Yan on her way out of the playground.

"Um...Xu Yan, can we talk?"

Surrounded by unfamiliar classmates, Lin Jia seemed a little embarrassed.

Lin Jia hadn't noticed it when they were on the playground, but now that they were facing each other at closer range, she felt that Xu Yan seemed to have grown taller, and the angle from which they looked at each other was slightly different from before.

What's worse is that... he seems even more handsome now? Is it just an illusion because we've been so far apart?

The girl, who thought she could deal with him calmly, was a little flustered.

From Xu Yan's perspective, Lin Jia's face was slightly flushed, revealing a slightly aggrieved expression and pleading eyes, which would seem to make any man feel sorry for her.

Some onlookers had already started making a fuss and watching the spectacle. It seemed that at this age when people are cautious and shy about relationships, any scene of a man and woman alone together was worth savoring.

But Xu Yan remained unmoved. He simply stopped and glanced at Lin Jia before speaking.

"Just say what you have to say. I'm very busy right now. You need to know that the experimental class isn't as relaxed as your regular class where you can waste a lot of time."

Lin Jia: ...

So you're putting on airs, huh? You've only been in the experimental class for a few days and you're already referring to the regular classes like that! You've forgotten your roots!

She was starting to regret coming, but then again, she was already here...

So all she could do was bite her lower lip and make even more pitiful little gestures, "It'll only take up a little bit of your time..."

Xu Yan scoffed, "I really can't do anything with you."

Hmm? What's with that strange tone? Is the short drama on Sweet Potato TV that I watched last night still watching me?

Seeing Lin Jia's questioning look, Xu Yan said, "I just need to use the restroom. Let's talk in the restroom."

"Oh, okay... Hmm? This isn't right!"

Lin Jia belatedly realized, "Which restroom should a man and a woman go to to talk? Liang Cheng hasn't evolved to this level yet!"

"It's just going to the toilet, why are you being shy?"

Is this a question I'm asking because I'm shy?

Lin Jia took a deep breath and forced a smile. "Xu Yan... don't be like this. I know you harbor a lot of resentment towards me, but I sincerely hope we can have a chance to talk alone..."

Lin Jia said she wanted to talk to him privately, but she still revealed a lot of information in front of him.

At least it sparked a strong interest among the onlookers who wanted to watch the drama unfold.

What's with all the lovelorn men and women? Tell me more!

Of course, this is also part of Lin Jia's plan. Even if it's revealed, it doesn't mean that she and Xu Yan have any real relationship. But this will spread the information that Xu Yan and she have a history to each other throughout his current class, at least making the girls who are currently approaching Xu Yan because of his looks suspicious.

How could someone steal the fish I painstakingly raised so quickly? Did you think you could be locked up just because we're not in the same class?

Faced with Lin Jia's desperate pleas, Xu Yan laughed.

"Lin Jia, I know you're very resentful that I took your spot for promotion."

"what?"

Wait a minute! This isn't right!

"But unfortunately, Liangcheng Normal University Affiliated High School's results speak for themselves. Now that the die is cast, I can't give it to you anymore. Let's part ways amicably."

Lin Jia: !!!

Damn it! Xu Yan, you fucking tricked me!

As expected, Xu Yan's words, spoken without any attempt to conceal his volume, came out in full force.

The people around immediately lost interest.

"Damn, I thought it was something serious."

"No, the results are already out, what's the point of arguing about this?"

"They're delusional, probably thinking they can turn things around just because they're a bit pretty and say a few nice words, right?"

"I've never seen anyone bring a bottle of water to exchange for a promotion spot before. They really put in the effort."

Every word he uttered instantly transformed the pitiful Lin Jia into a clown.

Her cheeks were flushed, her hands were clenched so tightly that the water bottle rattled, and her body trembled uncontrollably.

That bastard actually...!

"You...Xu Yan...you!"

"Let's go. Study hard, there might be another chance next time."

After saying that, Xu Yan left without looking back.

Lin Jia was left standing there under the gaze of all sorts of eyes. Her face was flushed red, and she felt an overwhelming sense of shame.

How did that innocent young man who was so easy to manipulate become like this? Is he really still Xu Yan?

His unwavering steps seemed different from ever before; it seemed he really wouldn't be coming back...

But now is not the time to dwell on these things; those gazes are still burning me.

Lin Jia has been defeated!

"You're something else, you even dared to bite back. I acknowledge you."

Qin Yifan, who came up from behind, put his arm around Xu Yan's shoulder, and they immediately appeared to be very close.

Xu Yan quickly pulled the other person's hand away, "It really is a white-socked, bearded man in Chengdu."

"What do you mean?"

"After the Zero Overflow incident, you've actually started to acknowledge me."

"...Fuck you, don't disgust me."

Qin Yifan said irritably.

Xie Fei, who was on the other side, caught up and asked curiously, "Brother Xu, what's going on? Was that someone from your class?"

Xu Yan shook his head. "Nothing, just a boring person."

He's too lazy to do anything like slandering others behind their backs; he usually settles scores face-to-face.

Qin Yifan chuckled and said, "Looks like you have quite a story to tell. Want to share it with us guys sometime?"

"You'll have to pay more."

"Damn, you're shameless!"

"Aren't you the same?"

"What do you mean? We're all upright gentlemen!" Qin Yifan straightened his chest.

Xu Yan smiled slightly, "The kind whose body is covered in tally marks?"

"...It's a bit disgusting," Qin Yifan said.

"I can picture it," Xie Fei said.

Then Qin Yifan and Xu Yan both looked at Xie Fei with incredulous eyes, and then tacitly took two steps back to instantly create distance.

Xie Fei realized what was happening, "What are you guys doing! That's not what I meant... Can't I use my imagination?!"

"Can you put your imagination to something useful? Don't make sure your buddies can't even do it." Qin Yifan remained vigilant.

"Let's not talk about that, what exactly happened, Brother Xu?" Xie Fei not only had a rich imagination, but also a great deal of curiosity.

Xu Yan said irritably, "What could possibly be wrong? We used to be in the same class, but we're not really related anymore."

"It looks to me like you, Brother Xu, are the one who deceived someone's feelings."

"Nonsense!" Xu Yan immediately denied. "I could never do something like deceiving a woman!"

Xie Fei: ...

Qin Yifan yawned. "That girl is pretty smart, how could she possibly be fooled by this guy?"

"hehe."

Xu Yan smirked. "They seem smart, but they have no wisdom. They're just idiots."

"Brother Xu is amazing!"

"...I can't help but want to put your name on the red banner; you're really shameless."

Wen Xueyu also witnessed the scene where Xu Yan was intercepted by Lin Jia halfway.

However, she couldn't appear too curious, so she slowly walked to the front of the crowd.

I couldn't hear what was said.

I'm in a real hurry!

What exactly is the relationship between these two? I could tell something was off on the court, but I didn't have a chance to ask... Could they have talked?

But he clearly said he didn't have any friends before... Does that mean his girlfriend doesn't count as a friend?

With her questions in mind, Wen Xueyu walked into the classroom.

But he was stopped by Zhang Zhiwen, who was covered in sweat.

Zhang Zhiwen had just finished playing basketball. He didn't know what had happened on the court. All he knew was that he had missed a chance to play basketball with Wen Xueyu that was originally his!

He thought to himself that Wen Xueyu chose to play ball with Xu Yan, a student who had just been promoted to the next class, either because there was really no one else available, or because Xu Yan had shamelessly pestered her.

So after the basketball game ended, he immediately caught up with Wen Xueyu, without even having time to wipe his sweat.

He wanted to tell her that he could be her choice at any time, and that she would always be his choice!

"Xueyu... Yu Yong and the others were short-handed today, and they insisted on dragging me along. I really couldn't refuse. You can ask me to play badminton next time; I'm really good at it."

Wen Xueyu took a step back, pinched her nose, and fanned herself with her hand.

"No need... Um, Zhang Zhiwen... you'd better go wash off the sweat first."

Zhang Zhiwen was stunned.

Zhang Zhiwen felt as if he had been struck by lightning.

Zhang Zhiwen's edifice is about to collapse!

Am I...that smelly?

……