All my teammates online are my girlfriends

We took a picture together when we were kids? How did this happen?!

Realizing the seriousness of the problem, Qin Yunmo's heart sank, and a not-so-good possibility gradually surfaced in her mind.

Could this guy be Lin Qiu's childhood sweetheart?!

Chen Xiao also noticed Qin Yunmo's strange expression, and with a slight smile, he gently patted Qianhui's head.

"You'd better ask your brother about this."

I want to see for myself if Lin Qiu has completely forgotten about me!

Seeing Chen Xiao deliberately keeping her in suspense, Qian Hui smacked her lips thoughtfully and turned her gaze to Qin Yunmo on the other side.

The next second, under Chen Xiao's twitching gaze, Qian Hui walked over with a cheerful smile and affectionately hugged Qin Yunmo's arm.

In an instant, all of Qin Yunmo's worries vanished, and he looked at Chen Xiao with a "helpless" air, as if he were in an invincible position...

173 - A Comeback from the Brink

"Does Chie like this?"

"like!"

"I'll get you one, what about the one over there?"

"like it all!"

Watching Qin Yunmo and Lin Qianhui being so affectionate with each other as if they were coaxing his own younger sister, Chen Xiao felt a pang of unease and inner turmoil, like being scratched by a cat.

According to the normal historical timeline, at this point, Lin Qiu and I should definitely be here shopping with Qian Hui!

This is what a family should be like, not with so many philanderers around!

"Wow, it seems like the student council president is really upset."

Shang Yan, who was standing to the side, also noticed Chen Xiao's gradually weakening condition and couldn't help but mutter to himself.

Just moments ago, Qin Yunmo was under immense pressure and could hardly breathe, but now that reinforcements have arrived, the situation has completely turned against them.

After hesitating for a moment, she silently walked to a corner and dialed Han Xianyu's number.

"Xianyu, how about we take the president out for a nice meal tonight?"

"what happened?"

"It seems like the president isn't doing too well; she looks like she might break up with her boyfriend at any moment..."

"Snapped!"

Before Shang Yan could finish muttering, a hand suddenly slammed onto the top of her head. The terrifying force of the hand gripping her skull sent chills down her spine.

"Shang Yan, translate, what did you just say?"

"I......"

“Translate, translate!”

Heartbroken...

"Um???"

"Attempt!"

Shang Yan chuckled awkwardly as he looked at the president who had appeared behind him without him noticing, and discreetly slipped his phone into his pocket.

Although what I said may sound harsh, it's an undeniable fact! Given the current situation, there's no way you, Chairman, can turn the tide!

They have a support group, but you, guild leader... only have one bystander and a stupid dog.

Even though he was extremely pessimistic, Shang Yan couldn't help but ask—

"President, although you two were childhood sweethearts, that was when you were little. You've been separated for so long, and Lin Qiu doesn't even remember what you look like. Is it necessary to be so persistent?"

Most importantly, even if you wanted to steal it, you wouldn't be a match for Qin Yunmo!

Upon hearing Shang Yan's question, Chen Xiao fell silent. He glanced subconsciously at Lin Qiu, who was helping Qi Xi purchase goods in the distance, and sighed softly.

“He was there for me during my most difficult period. My relationship with my family was able to improve because of him. You could say that our family owes him a lot.”

Recalling his father's dejected state when his mother passed away, and the scenes of Lin Qiutian visiting his home every day to do laundry, cook, and chat with his father, Chen Xiao's expression softened considerably.

If it weren't for him, my father and I might not have made it through.

Upon hearing this, Shang Yan thoughtfully stroked his chin. Although he knew nothing about the president's past, it didn't seem like a pleasant one.

After giving the president a long look and glancing at Lin Qiu in the distance, Shang Yan hesitated for a moment before calling out—

"President, please wait here for a moment. I have something to ask Lin Qiu."

"Hmm? Hmm—Go ahead."

Chen Xiao looked at Shang Yan, whose expression had suddenly become serious, with some confusion, and watched her run towards Lin Qiu.

"Hey, Lin Qiu, is now a good time? There are some things I'd like to discuss with you privately."

"Alright, Xiaoxi, you go ahead and fish."

Although he didn't know what kind of trouble this guy was up to, Lin Qiu still agreed.

As the two strolled one after the other toward seats further away, everyone's attention was drawn to them.

What are they trying to do?

"You're whispering to each other, it sounds suspicious!"

"Want to go and listen?"

"That's not a good idea, let's play first, I'm almost caught one!"

......

After glancing at the eager crowd, Shang Yan rolled his eyes and then sat down with Lin Qiu in a resting spot far enough away.

"They probably can't hear us here. So, what do you want to ask?"

After sitting down, Lin Qiu immediately asked a question, as he also had a lot of questions waiting for this guy to answer.

The familiarity with Chairman Chen made me feel like he had some connection to me. This guy must know something, right?

"Ahem, Lin Qiu, are you sure you and Qin Yunmo don't have that kind of relationship?"

"No, you're overthinking it. We just happen to be friends in the game, and our parents know each other too. Neither of us is interested in dating right now."

Lin Qiu shook his head and said that although he was being misunderstood, that was not actually the case.

However, in terms of how much I like someone, I think it's quite high...

"So—Lin Qiu, have you ever had a crush on anyone before?"

Shang Yan immediately brought the issue to its core. Only by knowing this could they determine whether the president's path to seizing food would be smooth.

"Back then, when we were very young, did we count as childhood sweethearts? I really liked Old Chen, but unfortunately she moved away later and I haven't been able to contact her since. I probably wouldn't even recognize her."

"Hey, Lao Chen, if she hadn't moved out, and things had progressed normally, wouldn't you two probably be together by now?"

"Maybe."

Lin Qiu scratched his face. After all, if they had been inseparable since childhood, from kindergarten all the way to high school, it was indeed possible that they would be like that.

However, it's only a possibility. Now that we've separated, it's impossible no matter how you look at it.

Hearing the answer she most wanted to hear, Shang Yan finally smiled with satisfaction. She was sure she could become the president!

"Okay, thank you!"

"Wait, I have something to ask you!"

Seeing that Shang Yan was about to run away, Lin Qiu quickly pressed her back down.

I haven't forgotten my original purpose; I still don't know anything about Chairman Chen!

"Ahem—what did you want to ask?"

Shang Yan scratched his face awkwardly and sat down obediently, but his little hand quietly slipped into his pocket and skillfully turned off the recording.

I'll send this recording to the president later. She'll surely treat me to a nice meal, right?

"No one has told me your president's name yet."

"Ah, ah—well, her name is Chen... Xiong!"

Thinking back to the name of Vice President Wu Xiaoxiong, Shang Yan decisively split it up and placed it on the president's side.

Anyway, the president and Sister Xiong are best friends, so it shouldn't be a problem for them to hang out together, right? Since the president didn't tell Lin Qiu her name, it's not good for her to reveal it beforehand.

"Chen Xiong..."

Lin Qiu muttered to herself, "Something feels off."

"Any other questions? If not, I'll head back now."

"The last one! Please ask the president for me."

"Oh? What's the problem?"

Do you like rice noodle rolls? How do you like them with toppings?

"what?"

Shang Yan stared blankly at Lin Qiu, who had suddenly asked this question, his thoughts momentarily caught off guard.

Are you planning to take the president to eat rice noodle rolls on the street?!

174 - Ying Ziyan sensed a golden opportunity

"President."

"Ok?"

"I'll show you a treasure, you're welcome."

"..."

Chen Xiao glanced subtly at the furtive Shang Yan, and instinctively sensed an ominous aura as he looked at the phone the guy was handing him.

Could this guy have secretly taken some photos and is planning to sell them to me?

"what is inside?"

"Lin Qiu's recording contains some of his conversations with you."

Chen Xiao paused, his hand still about to turn on his phone, and asked nervously—

"What did he say?"

"You'll understand once you listen to it."

"Stay here and don't move around. I'll be right back."

Chen Xiao immediately called out, and the next second he excitedly ran to a small corner.

Seeing the president's cautious demeanor, Shang Yan couldn't help but smile, but his attention was still more focused on Lin Qiu.

Why did that guy suddenly make me ask the president if he wanted to eat rice noodle rolls?

Could this be a secret code for identification? Does the president eat rice noodle rolls? I only know that the accountant often eats char siu...

Meanwhile, Lin Qiu, upon returning to the claw machine, was immediately harassed by the two little ones, Qin Xuan and Qin Dan, who constantly teased Qi Xi.

Damn it, Qin Yunmo's two younger sisters aren't exactly innocent either!

Qi Xi gritted her teeth, snorted, and then strolled over to Qian Hui.

Since they won't leave me a place here, I'll just go find Chie! I'll take down these guys from within!

"Hmph, you think you can take it from us? We Qin family members aren't pushovers!"

Watching Qi Xi run away, Qin Dan pouted and muttered.

This is my own brother-in-law; it's not up to anyone else to covet him!

"You guys, don't cause me any trouble right now. You've already caught the dolls, so go home early when you're done playing."

"Hey—it's because Mom and the others told us to come out and play more often, and also to check on my older sister's progress if we have the chance."