After being reborn, my sister insisted on marrying me.

Yanjing.

Donglaishun.

After Chen Xinyi left, the atmosphere at the table subtly changed a little.

I can't quite put my finger on what's changed.

The pot was still the same pot, and the mutton was still the same mutton, but the person sitting opposite him was someone Wei Yi hadn't recognized in his previous life.

He was genuinely afraid that she might suddenly turn evil.

The woman he loves is having an affair with another man.

And right in front of him...

Put yourself in their shoes.

Wei Yi thought that if he were in Lin Siyan's position...

I might really go crazy...

If it weren't for her past life, she would have eventually become his woman through her sister's machinations.

Wei Yi really wanted to get as far away from her as possible right now.

Across from her, Lin Siyan quietly cooked mutton in a hot pot.

She always eats with such elegance, picking up a slice of meat, swishing it in the broth for seven seconds, then rolling it in sesame sauce.

She took small bites. A little sesame paste got on her lips, which she gently wiped away with a tissue.

Wei Yi suddenly felt that this was an opportunity.

He didn't know much about Lin Siyan in his previous life.

All we know is that she likes Chen Xinyi, and she's willing to do anything to stay by Chen Xinyi's side, including giving him a massage or even having his baby.

But why? What is this woman really thinking? He never asked her in his past life, but he wants to ask her in this one.

"Sister Siyan, I have a question for you."

"Um?"

"Why is my sister so persistent?" Wei Yi put down his chopsticks. "With her looks and qualifications, she should have many suitors. Why does it have to be me?"

Lin Siyan's hand froze in mid-air.

A piece of mutton was still held on the tip of the chopsticks, and drops of broth dripped back into the bowl.

She put the mutton into the bowl, put down her chopsticks, and wiped her mouth with a tissue. She remained silent for a while before speaking.

What kind of person do you think your sister is?

"Amazing, smart, perfect."

"Yes. But you haven't hit the nail on the head." Lin Siyan looked at him, her gaze as calm as a stagnant pool. "Your sister's core trait is that once she sets her sights on a goal, she will never let go. Whether it's the restaurant, the beauty salon, or you, in her eyes, they are all essentially the same. Once she sets her mind on something, she will use all her strength to grasp it."

She picked up the plum juice on the table and took a sip.

"And you're different. She never even glanced at the guys who pursued her. But you... she's invested so many years in you. Time is a sunk cost; the more you invest, the harder it is to let go."

Wei Yi fell silent.

Lin Siyan's analysis hit the nail on the head. No one would be willing to throw away sunk costs accumulated over a decade.

But there was one question he didn't ask.

how about you?

You know perfectly well that she only has eyes for me, so why do you still stay by her side?

There's no need to ask that question, because he already knows the answer.

I knew it in my past life. The way Lin Siyan looked at his sister was exactly the same way his sister looked at him.

The same dedication.

They're both stubborn.

The same pathological condition.

Oh shit.

There isn't a single normal person in this family.

Halfway through the meal, Wei Yi's phone vibrated.

Caller ID: Dad.

Chen Kaide doesn't usually make phone calls; it's usually Li Hongjuan who makes them. If he calls, it's probably something important.

Wei Yi answered the phone, "Dad."

"Wei Yi, the Guangdong Provincial Education Examinations Authority has notified us." Chen Kaide's voice was still as strong as ever, but his tone was a little softer than usual. "The college entrance examination results will be released at noon on June 25th. Remember to check them then."

June 25th.

Wei Yi did some mental calculations. Today is June 15th, and there are less than two weeks left.

"Okay, Dad. I'll check on time."

"Tell me, your mom, and your sister as soon as you find out. Your mom has been nagging about it these past few days, and my blood pressure is about to spike. Anyway, don't be too stressed. No matter what score you get, you can get into a university in Beijing. If all else fails, ask your sister to get you into a junior college or vocational school in the capital."

"Dad, that's going a bit too far. You're looking down on me."

"Heh, you know your own capabilities perfectly well!"

Chen Kaide gave a few more instructions and then hung up.

Wei Yi put his phone on the table and picked up a slice of tripe to cook in the pot.

"Your college entrance exam results?" Lin Siyan asked.

"It will be released on June 25th. Ten days to go."

Are you nervous?

"fine."

That's actually not bad. If I scored 560 in my past life, I should get the same score in this life.

A score of 560 was above the second-tier university admission line in Guangdong Province's liberal arts exam in 2014. Although it wasn't a high score, it was sufficient.

However, a question suddenly occurred to him.

What if, after the results come out, his sister insists that he apply to a school next to Renmin University?

In his past life, it was Chen Xinyi who helped him fill out his college application.

The reason is simple—"It's close to me."

With just three words, she brought his four years of university life within her reach.

He wants to continue attending the same school for the rest of his life.

But not so that she can have her way with me.

Rather, it was for the convenience of their own business strategy.

Although Capital Union University is an ordinary second-tier university, it has an advantage that other schools cannot replace.

It is very big.

Campuses are located throughout the city.

Because it was originally formed by combining the less outstanding colleges and campuses of various universities in Yenching.

Academically, this kind of patchwork combination is indeed not strong, so it can only be a second-tier university.

But it is precisely because of this organizational structure that it has intricate connections with almost all universities in Yenching University.

For Wei Yi, who wanted to start his own business, this characteristic was a godsend.

Through his connection with the Southwest Associated University, he could connect the entire university circle in Yenching.

For the bike-sharing business, university campuses are the best initial landing point.

Peking University, Tsinghua University, Renmin University of China, Beihang University, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications... each school is an independent city, and the United University's network of connections is the secret passage to each city.

Thinking about it that way...

He really had to report back to his alma mater.

After dinner, we returned to Zhichun East Lane.

Lin Siyan went to the Renmin University Library to write her thesis, while Wei Yi went home alone.

After taking a shower and changing into the new white T-shirt he had bought that day, he turned on his old Lenovo computer.

He's already placed bets on all three matches tonight. The 200,000 bet on Uruguay to lose is just a smokescreen; the real profit lies in the 100,000 bet on Italy vs. England and the 200,000 bet on Ivory Coast vs. Japan.

He began to study the betting odds for the next few days.

Germany vs. Portugal, 4-0. He remembered that match vividly; Ronaldo's face was grim the entire time, and the Germans crushed the Portuguese like machines. The odds were around 15 to 15.

The Netherlands defeated Australia 3-2. It was a high-scoring affair, with a total of five goals scored by both sides.

Argentina vs. Iran, 1-0. Messi scored the winning goal in the 90th minute. Argentina played extremely poorly, but a win is a win.

And then there was that famous Germany vs. Brazil match, 7-1.

He meticulously wrote down each match in his notebook, noting the time and estimating the odds. The tapping of his fingers on the keyboard was exceptionally clear in the quiet room.

Conservatively estimated, the principal could grow to over 50 million by the end of the World Cup.

Fifty million.

Fifty million in 2014.

In the shared bicycle industry, this number would be enough to qualify as a seed round or even several rounds.

In addition, his precise control over the timeline, his early prediction of industry pain points, and his thorough understanding of his competitors' weaknesses...

Wei Yi stared at the numbers on the screen, a slight smile playing on his lips.

He turned off the computer, took off his shirt, and stood in the living room.

Chen Xinyi wasn't there, nor was Lin Siyan; the entire living room was his. It was spacious enough that he could move around freely.

Start.

Grasp the sparrow's tail.

Five times in a row.

Sweating profusely.

When I stopped my punching stance, heat was emanating from every pore of my body, but I wasn't tired at all. Instead, I felt an indescribable sense of clarity.

If I keep practicing at this pace, by July 18th, the fire in my dantian will probably turn from a warm current into magma.

Wei Yi wiped the sweat from his neck with a towel, then suddenly let out a strange chuckle.

At that time, we will definitely kill Chen Xinyi without leaving a single one alive.

Chen Xinyi returned around 6 p.m.

When she opened the door, she looked tired, her brows were slightly furrowed, she threw her bag on the sofa, and walked inside.

Then she saw Wei Yi sitting in the living room.

I'm wearing a new white T-shirt, dark blue jeans, and my hair is still a little sticky because it wasn't completely dry after showering.

Chen Xinyi stopped in her tracks.

His fatigue instantly turned into a smile.

"Clothes really do make the man." She walked over, circled him, and looked him up and down. "I have a good eye."

"Sis, how's it going at the restaurant?"

"It's nothing, Liu Yang has already taken care of it." Chen Xinyi waved her hand, her gaze still fixed on him. "We changed suppliers, and the quality is even better than before. Let's not talk about that. This outfit really suits you. I always knew you'd look good in a white T-shirt."

She circled around again and stopped in front of Wei Yi.

Wei Yi was so close that he could smell a faint scent of sweat mixed with perfume on her body.

"Would you like to go around again?"

"No."

Chen Xinyi laughed and patted his bottom, then turned to get a change of clothes. "I'm going to take a shower first. It's been hot all day, and I'm all sweaty."

The bathroom door closed. The sound of running water could be heard.

Wei Yi took a deep breath, picked up the notebook from the coffee table, and stuffed it into the bedroom drawer.

Chen Xinyi did not organize any more outings that evening.

She is so tired.

As always, Lin Siyan cooked dinner for the three of them.

Kung Pao Chicken, Garlic Broccoli, Hot and Sour Soup, Grilled Veal Ribs, and a Steamed Mandarin Fish.

It's hard to imagine that before meeting Chen Xinyi, Lin Siyan was actually an only child from the Jiangzhehu region who never lifted a finger.

All I can say is that being love-struck is terrifying.

After finishing their meal, Chen Xinyi pulled out a DVD and said she would watch a movie tonight to relax.

A certain art film released in 2013 had a pace as slow as a snail's crawl. Lin Siyan watched it intently, while Wei Yi felt sleepy.

Halfway through reading, my right shoulder suddenly felt heavy.

Chen Xinyi fell asleep with her head on his shoulder.

Breathing evenly, eyelashes closed, lips slightly pursed.

As she slept, she didn't look like that decisive and ruthless businesswoman, nor like that insatiable tigress. She looked like an extremely beautiful ordinary girl.

Lin Siyan got up, took a thin blanket, and gently covered Chen Xinyi with it.

Both of them looked down at the woman leaning on his shoulder.

Neither of them spoke.

The blue light from the movie flickered on my face.

Wei Yi looked down at his sister's profile.

Her nose was very straight, her eyelashes were very long, and the skin on her cheeks had a faint porcelain white hue under the screen light.

She is really beautiful. He never denies that.

Beauty is something that can be both sweet and poisonous.

But Wei Yi knew this wasn't the truth.

The truth is: the tiger was just taking a nap.

When she wakes up, the countdown will continue.

And it's already mid-June.

July 18th is approaching.

Exactly one month.

After the movie ended, Wei Yi gently picked up his sister and carried her back to the master bedroom.

She didn't wake up, but when she was put on the bed, she turned over and mumbled something indistinctly.

He tucked the blanket around her, turned off the light, and left the room.

Lin Siyan stood in the living room, looking at him.

The two exchanged a glance.

They didn't say anything.