Chapter 5, the distance of a turn, the moment of a heartbeat

He knows nothing at all

My mood has suddenly become somewhat strange

Zhan Qing was momentarily lost in thought, her gaze fixed intently on the wall opposite, which was adorned with fabric ornaments.

She usually does not show weakness, but occasionally, when she is particularly "urgent," she has no choice but to compromise reluctantly, "Be good and yield, alright, make way, you are about to turn 17, you cannot do such ungraceful things anymore"

"Do you really have to continue this endless discussion with me at this moment?" She truly felt defeated by him, "Alright, make way, I'll talk to you again when I come out! Honestly!" Zhan Qing pushed him aside and, holding onto the sofa, hopped towards the bathroom.

Zhan Qing once asked Cen Bo why he did not have anyone tidy up, and the answer he received was that the young master did not like others to casually touch his belongings. Therefore, it was better to let things be messy as long as the young master did not get angry.

She could not stop missing Xu Mofei, she wanted to call him and ask what he was doing at that moment, whether he had recently found a new girlfriend, if those women were better than her, or if he would occasionally think of that night they shared together

She held her temper and called out several more times, but after receiving no response, she swiftly pulled open the blackout curtains and then quickly lifted his blanket.

She does not know the reasons behind this, nor does she know how to make his parents care for him again. All she can do is to help him to the best of her ability, whether it is for Xu Mofei's hope or for the favor of Youze. Regardless, she wants to do her best

"Who is the child!" He simply threw down the chess piece and grabbed her, "Is the child taller than you? Does the child have such a good physique?" A glint of mischief flashed in his eyes as he held her hand and pressed it against his solid chest, rubbing against it, "So, what do you think, am I that kind of underdeveloped little boy, 'sister'?"

Youze, is your sister really planning to go somewhere alone? I hope nothing happens! Although it was agreed beforehand that everyone would set up a scheme together, they never expected that she would actually go.

Wow!" Zhou Yan exclaimed in surprise, her mouth agape as she stared at the completely transformed Zhan Qing in front of her, who was so dumbfounded that she didn't know what to say, "You, you smell so good..."

A wave of excruciating pain struck, and Zhan Qing gritted her teeth as she raised her fist towards him

The rules of the game are similar to Truth or Dare. A group of about ten people sits in a circle and takes turns drawing playing cards. The person who draws a big joker must take a slip of paper from a pre-prepared box. Whatever task is written on the slip, that person must complete it. Those who refuse to complete the task or fail to do so must face the penalty of drinking six cans of beer in one go.

Ask Cen Bo!

After a long time, she spoke up: "Hey..."

She stood up and turned around, and the boy who had clearly walked far away appeared in her line of sight. He was leaning on his knee, breathing heavily, with a pair of light brown eyes that shone like stars, and his face bore the lingering traces of concern.

Zhan Qing originally wanted to say thank you, but after being scolded by him, she found herself in a somewhat amusing yet exasperating situation

From the very beginning, she was, just as she is now, in a different city from him. At that time, she recorded every detail about him through magazines, television, and the internet, allowing her longing and affection to consume her.

You are truly a strange woman, do you think that by saying this I will listen to you? Who cares about your gifts, how boring!

The day the bandage was removed, it was Cen Bo who accompanied her to the hospital. Originally, You Ze insisted on going, but since it was Thursday morning and there was a test at school, he had no choice but to obediently go to school under Zhan Qing's intimidation

He came before her, lifted her arm to take a look, and then squatted down to examine her feet

Recently, Mr. Cen has been in a good mood because Youze always comes home for meals. He instructs the servants every day to prepare a variety of elaborate meals and nutritious, delicious fruit snacks, keeping himself busy and delighted. His attitude towards her has become increasingly warm, and whenever he has time, he engages in casual conversations with her, but most of the topics still revolve around his young master

Yes, yes, it is definitely necessary! Miss Zhan is not fat at all, it doesn't matter!

Is it the pure and innocent first love of youth? Looking at the girl who sat down on the sofa after greeting them with a hint of shyness, she seemed to see her eighteen-year-old self.

She answered the call without looking closely, and after a few inquiries, she exclaimed in surprise: "TIM?!"

"Children should not ask too many questions about adult matters! Children should only chat with other children!" Zhan Qing glared at him. How could this guy say such a thing in front of others!

See if you have sprained your ankle or been bitten by a snake! There are many snakes in this forest! Ah, right next to your foot—" He deliberately tried to scare her, but unexpectedly, she was startled and took a few steps back, losing her balance and truly spraining her ankle.

It was a day very suitable for heart-to-heart conversations. She thought to herself as she tidied up and then pushed open the door to Youze's room across the hallway

Still dare to speak! Do you want to fight! A wave of inexplicable irritation surged within his chest, gradually making him more irritable, yet deep down, there was an inexplicable subtle unease. Sit down and continue playing!

You Ze would not have anticipated that this game would last a full forty minutes, nor would he have expected that when Zhan Qing reappeared, his mood would become so dreadful

At that time, many people said that she was a very devoted fan, worshipping a distant idol to the point of obsession. But who knew back then that a fan as ordinary and unremarkable as her could truly rely on her own efforts to gradually bridge what seemed like an insurmountable distance, ultimately becoming his assistant by his side

He lifted her up, feeling her soft arms wrapped tightly around him, and slowly curled the corners of his lips upward

Miss Zhan, ever since you arrived, it seems that the young master has become much happier, often smiling!

However, after merely five minutes, Youze Horan stood up. He grabbed the flashlight beside him, cursing under his breath as he hurriedly made his way towards the hill.

Gift? A trace of surprise flickered in his eyes

After a bout of knocking, Zhan Qing threw down the pillow and stormed out in a fit of rage.

Zhou Yan looked at the handsome and astonishing young man in front of her. Although she was puzzled by his tone when he referred to her as "sister," she quickly became happy and chose to overlook it because she could play chess with him.

"Hey!" Youze felt a surge of anger, "What is wrong with you, woman? I haven't finished speaking yet—" Zhou Yan cautiously tugged at his sleeve, "Youze, your sister mentioned TIM, and I was wondering, could it be that super popular Asian superstar TIM?"

However, the plan to have a thorough discussion with him about dreams, wishes, strengths, the future, and other topics was completely disrupted by a single question he asked

Youze, this is not how an idiot behaves

... ...

What about that person you mentioned last time who knows nothing, how are they now

Youze's pranks are simply endless

Zhan Qing leaned against the tree trunk and slowly sat down, unable to continue her thoughts, as they were driving her to madness

Bypassing the frosted glass and stepping over the pair of pants lying on the floor, she announced to the person under the blanket that it was time to get up. Youze stirred slightly, poked half of his head out, murmured that it was not yet dawn, and continued to sleep.

It has snapped, it has snapped! Her nerves have completely shattered

In the living room, Youze stared blankly at her silhouette, feeling a subtle warmth flowing within him

After the bonfire barbecue in the evening, Youze suddenly proposed a game called "Daredevil"

"Are you an idiot?" He kept asking in an increasingly malicious manner

What is it? she said irritably

"How about a date?" Youze pouted, and her expression seemed to mock the fact that someone would actually ask her out.

Uncertain how much time had passed, footsteps began to echo from the woods behind me

Miss Zhan, you are truly capable! The young master has been coming home for dinner and studying every day recently, and he no longer drinks excessively!

You, once again miscalculating, could only stare blankly at her gradually receding figure

What the hell? The boys and girls are utterly baffled by his strange behavior; they are the ones who are truly seeing ghosts

"Wow! What are you doing?" Youze jolted and pulled the blanket over himself, "You perverted woman, how could you come to spy on my naked body so early in the morning! Pervert!"

During the time spent with her, Youze had never seen such a lonely smile on her face, which made him feel increasingly uncomfortable. Just as he was about to ask again, a servant entered the living room with someone, stating that it was a guest looking for the young master

Youze gazed at her silhouette, lost in thought.

What does it matter to you if I sleep without clothes? This is my room! You barged in without permission and lifted my blanket, aren't you the pervert? I can report you for sexual harassment at any time

It seems that things are not going very smoothly!" Youze stroked her chin, feeling somewhat uncomfortable with the sudden daze, "What kind of man could be so good?

"No need, my waistline has increased quite a bit recently..." The bird's nest and ginseng chicken soup, she has been supplementing so much that she is almost getting a nosebleed.

Noticing the tense atmosphere, the others quickly offered some comforting words to divert the topic, and then they resumed the game.

Zhan Qing suppressed her anger, "Did you not all hear that just now, TIM!"

What are you doing

A seemingly expensive pure white, collarless, long and loose sweater is paired with a dazzling golden wide belt, black fitted three-quarter pants, and striking golden stiletto heels, showcasing her petite waist and long legs. She walks towards them with light and graceful steps, her chestnut long hair cascading over her shoulders, exceptionally smooth. The midday sun filters through the villa's floor-to-ceiling glass, casting a warm glow on her, reflecting off the various fashionable accessories adorning her earlobes, neck, and wrists, creating a dazzling sheen. Particularly eye-catching is her exquisitely made-up face, with slightly alluring, watery eyes and full lips, making her appear as if she has stepped off the pages of a Paris fashion magazine. The midday sun filters through the villa's floor-to-ceiling glass, casting a warm glow on her, reflecting off the various fashionable accessories adorning her earlobes, neck, and wrists, creating a dazzling sheen. Particularly eye-catching is her exquisitely made-up face, with slightly alluring, watery eyes and full lips, making her appear as if she has stepped off the pages of a Paris fashion magazine.

Uh... well, Cen Bo, please stop praising me. She felt quite helpless, to be honest, I really haven't done anything. Moreover, Youze's personality has always been very cheerful! When she was in Hokkaido, she never saw him as a rebellious, gray-toned marginal youth; at most, he was a bit mischievous, but his essence was still quite good.

As soon as the two words "Youze" were uttered, he immediately launched into a furious tirade: "What is going on! I have been looking for you for an hour! Clearly, you were right here and yet you didn't make a sound. If I hadn't been clever enough to come back and check, were you planning to stay here until dawn? You're so foolish! I've never seen such a foolish woman!"

Zhan Qing, unable to endure any longer, grabbed a pillow and began to hit him wildly, "You little brat! How old are you? You are so rude to me all day long. After all, I am your supervisor! Besides, what is there to see in the body of a minor like you? If I want to see, I would look for charming mature men! There are so many handsome guys in the entertainment industry; as long as I make a phone call, I wouldn't worry about not having anyone to show me!"

"How did you know that June 30th is my birthday?" He put away his playful expression

The other two people in the living room were drawn to her suddenly changed expression. On that ivory-colored innocent face, an unexpected blush of pink appeared

Sit down!" Youze suddenly shouted at him angrily, "Since she wants to go, let her do as she pleases! This island is not big; what danger could there be! Also, you, who gave you the right to call her by her name!"

Fifteen minutes into the game, Zhan Qing unfortunately fell victim and must immediately break off a branch adorned with magnolia flowers to return.

Zhan Qing's foot was wrapped in bandages due to a severe ankle sprain, making walking quite inconvenient. Most of the time, to avoid excruciating pain, she chose to sit still, only resorting to hopping on one leg when absolutely necessary.

Feeling that Youze and Zhou Yan were both looking at her, Zhan Qing realized her own indiscretion and hurriedly took her phone to the stairway

But what exactly should she do to stop thinking about him

She is very afraid of the dark, especially in such a deserted island.

Zhou Yan blinked her eyes and shook her head, her eyes glistening with moisture, as if she were about to cry

"When do you plan to lose weight?" As soon as the words were spoken, a blow landed on the head.

At this moment, she would not have thought that many years later, when she recalls the scene of tonight, she would realize that the bond between this young man and herself had already been destined from a long time ago

On Saturday, Zhanqing woke up early. She drew back the curtains, and sunlight poured in, dazzling and bright, filling the air with a light, sweet fragrance

She smiled faintly, letting the chess piece fall from her hand

What can she expect from communicating with an idiot? Zhan Qing rubbed her temples and turned to go upstairs

She held her forehead in silence

Many times, when reminiscing alone, she would inexplicably sigh while flipping through the diaries of these years. It turns out that people are truly very greedy. From the initial hope of merely catching a glimpse of him, to later wishing that he could notice her among the many fans, then hoping to become someone special and unique in his eyes, and finally, wishing to be in a romantic relationship with him, to completely possess him, what an insatiable transformation that is. From the initial hope of merely catching a glimpse of him, to later wishing that he could notice her among the many fans, then hoping to become someone special and unique in his eyes, and finally, wishing to be in a romantic relationship with him, to completely possess him, what an insatiable transformation that is

His pleasure lies in suddenly appearing in front of her to block her way when she is bouncing off to address her physiological needs

When she turned around, he was already there

Recently, Youze has indeed made significant progress compared to before. Although she still speaks to her in a very rude manner and with harsh words, it is evident that he does not truly dislike her; it is simply in his nature.

It was Zhan Qing herself ... ... '' A Mo felt wronged by the scolding, having only said half a sentence before being interrupted.

Yes, it's a date! Zhan Qing is too lazy to explain further

However, those careless words from Cen Bo stirred ripples in her heart

Zhan Qing's foot took a full two weeks to completely recover. During this time, she was unable to keep an eye on him to ensure he returned home on time. However, unexpectedly, You Ze changed his usual behavior and returned home punctually every day after school

Zhan Qing smiled lightly and said, "This is the perfume from CD, do you like it? I will give you a bottle next time. For girls, dressing up is a natural right." She patted her, signaling her to stay and have more fun, then turned to instruct Youze not to casually scold the guests.

The magnolia trees are found only in the wooded hills far from the camp, which also means she must navigate the dark, pitch-black night alone, crossing half the island.

You Yuedun paused for a moment, then suddenly pouted and raised a mischievous smile, "However, if you admit that today's scene was intentionally arranged by you because you have a crush on me—then I might consider letting go of the thought of reporting you, out of appreciation for your infatuation—ah!"

During her days in City S, she was fortunate to have a persistent and troublesome Youze, which prevented her from dwelling too much on her melancholy. Once her world quieted down, her longing began to overflow endlessly

If it doesn't work, then drink alcohol. Once you finish these 6 cans of beer, we won't let you go again! Youze leaned closer to her, his handsome and delicate features breaking into a mischievous smile. "However, 'sister' is in trouble, and as a 'brother', I shouldn't stand by and watch. As long as you ask, I will definitely help you drink!"

Is that so? Ha, ha, ha... She encountered an overly enthusiastic old man; what else could she do but smile foolishly

What are you doing? she asked, puzzled

I do not understand, I am not clear about everything concerning her

Zhou Yan sat on the sofa, her cheeks flushed

Thank you for coming to see me she said softly

At the awkward moment, her phone ringtone saved her just in time

TIM is an important guest of my boss, and when meeting the benefactors, one should present oneself appropriately; otherwise, do you want me to run out to scare people? She also treated him equally, saying, "Behave yourself, I will be going out, no need to wait for me for dinner." She waved her hand at them and quickly walked out the door

What is important is whether she is willing to turn around in the end

Zhan Qing smiled, revealing her full lips, and said, "Since your classmate has arrived, why not play chess with her and chat a bit? Don't neglect her, okay!"

However, the person under the quilt was surprisingly not wearing a stitch

Zhou Yan bit her lip and shook her head

A very unpleasant feeling, he does not like it

He suddenly realized that he knew nothing about this dazzlingly beautiful, elegant, and mature Zhanqing. What is her background? What was she doing before coming to City S to serve as his supervisor? Does she really know TIM?

Zhan Qing! Zhan Qing..." Someone was calling her, the voice filled with anxiety and tension, coming closer from afar. She moved her lips but could not produce any sound. Soon, the voice gradually faded away, and the surrounding world returned to a complete silence

Her magnanimity and lack of concern do not imply that others will consequently know when to stop

Hello... he called her

It must be because he does not care about his parents

What are you doing to yourself like this! His expression is strange, and he doesn't seem very happy.

Girlfriend? He stroked his chin and glanced at her up and down, "You can't be talking about yourself, can you? Wow, what do you take me for? After all, I am a young master from a distinguished family, and I am quite handsome. Who knows, I might accidentally be discovered and become a star in the future..."

"What benefits do I have by letting you go?" He snorted, fully engrossed in the game

She looked at him in silence, then suddenly smiled, "No need, 'sister' has chosen to complete the task! Moreover, it is 'standing by' not 'standing aside'!" She stood up, brushed off the grass clippings from her jeans, and calmly walked towards the dark hill.

Zhou Yan? After the last parent-teacher day, Zhan Qing indeed remembered the name of this lovely little girl. When she saw her appear, she was not very surprised; in fact, it was quite evident from that event that she had a fondness for You Ze.

Miss Zhan, I have never seen the young master study so earnestly. Previously, during that time, he was either at the bar or out racing with a group of friends! You also know that the young master does not have a driver's license, and I am always worried that he will get caught by the police

"Hey..." The pitiful Youze lay in the blanket, murmuring resentfully towards the door, "Silly woman! Why are you taking it so seriously? It was just a joke, I wasn't really angry... How could you possibly think that making a phone call could get you a handsome guy from the entertainment industry? Are you that capable? With such an ugly appearance, a bad temper, and only eating without losing weight, looking like a pig, who would want you?" He mumbled, yet he did not notice that while saying these words, his delicate and thin lips maintained a constant upward curve.

After breakfast, the two were delighted and forgot their previous troubles due to the wonderfully exquisite scallion and egg congee personally prepared by Cen Bo. Zhan Qing recalled the plan from before, so she dragged him into the living room under the pretext of playing Go to facilitate communication

A simple six-character phrase flows like a clear stream, washing away all previous unpleasant emotions as it passes through the hearts of self and others

"Please! I need to go to the bathroom, what benefits can you offer me!" She twitched at the corner of her eye, finding him truly foolish when he got bored! "Alright, alright, I... I will introduce you to a girlfriend!"

He sat down again, stretched his long legs onto the coffee table, and teased: "Which handsome guy from the entertainment industry are you talking about?"

Of course, this is not because he has become well-behaved, but rather because, for him, it is far more interesting to tease that woman at home than to go out and wander aimlessly.

Hello! You have such a serious expression, how are you doing now? I haven't finished my question yet! Why do you want to play chess with her?

The spring breeze in March is slightly cool but not too cold, and the air is filled with the fresh fragrance of grass and trees mingling with the scent of books. Looking up, the stars shine brightly in the deep purple night sky, and thinking of him, who is under the same sky yet half a world away, she suddenly feels unafraid, though a sense of loneliness arises naturally.

You Zexie glanced at her and said, "Do you think I look like an idiot?"

Since you are not an idiot, do you think that a woman of such appearance could possibly have the Asian superstar TIM personally call her out on a date? He is not unaware, he simply does not believe it! As he mentioned, from the first time he met her in Hokkaido until now, she has always been bare-faced, dressed in tasteless sweaters and jeans, and when drunk, she would even cling to others' necks, crying and sobbing—given such looks, how could she know TIM? He would never believe it, even if it killed him. With this thought, he surprisingly felt much lighter in his heart, and thus pushed the chessboard in front of Zhou Yan, indicating for her to play chess with him.

That is merely the distance of a turn

At three in the morning, with the island shrouded in darkness, it is too dangerous for Zhan Qing to go alone. I should go take a look!" A Mo put down the playing cards and planned to get up.

"TIM? Who is TIM? I've never heard of him!" Youze touched his nose, clicking his tongue and shaking his head, "You are truly hypocritical, if you are not, then you are not, why deliberately make up an English name to deceive people—"

A comfortable space of 30 square meters is divided into two sections by a semi-transparent frosted floor-to-ceiling glass. Outside, there is a desk, a bookshelf, a computer, a basketball, and a pile of miscellaneous items. Inside is his bedroom area, where several scattered clothes hang on a treadmill against the wall. Despite the extremely luxurious decor and expensive furnishings, it has become a chaotic mess under his neglect.

Youze stared at her, his brows gradually furrowing

The bittersweet feelings of youth, filled with anticipation and unease, yet unable to divert my gaze from that person

"Zhanqing, Zhanqing... the azure blue sky." He murmured her name, suddenly breaking into a brilliant smile

She shook her head again

At this point, she had no choice but to play her trump card, "Then I will buy you a birthday gift!"

June 30 is your birthday, right! If you perform well in the next three months, I will buy you a gift to celebrate! In fact, she had already planned this matter long ago, "You must study hard for the exams, and you cannot skip school, be late, leave early, fight, or cause trouble. If you do well, not only will I buy you a gift, but in July, I will also personally take you on a trip out of town, how about that?"

What kind of loneliness would a boy who has not celebrated his birthday since middle school feel? She thought that she could now understand why he appeared alone in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, and why he reacted so intensely when she mentioned her parents' concerns.

No, Miss Zhan, you do not know that, in fact, the young master has not celebrated his birthday for several years because his parents have not returned, and we are merely the butler and servants. So when you asked me about the young master's birthday, I was truly very happy!" The elderly person said, gripping her hand tightly in excitement and refusing to let go, "Miss Zhan, it is rare for you to be so generous. Even after injuring your foot because of the young master, you still want to buy him a gift; that is truly wonderful! Do not be fooled by his words of indifference and boredom; he is genuinely very happy!" Miss Zhan, it is rare for you to be so generous. Even after injuring your foot because of the young master, you still want to buy him a gift; that is truly wonderful! Do not be fooled by his words of indifference and boredom; he is genuinely very happy! When we return today, I will have them prepare braised pig trotters for you to help you recover!

The night breeze carries the fragrance of magnolia flowers, subtle and fresh, wafting in waves, permeating the heart and lungs

A few minutes later, Zhan Qing hung up the phone and approached Zhou Yan, saying apologetically: "I have to step out for a moment. Since you rarely come here, I can't attend to you properly. Let Youze keep you company, and it would be good to leave some food for you!"

A few minutes later, Youze reaped the consequences of his actions, slowly making his way back to the camp with the injured Zhanqing on his back

Zhan Qing patted her chest to calm herself, "Who is the pervert? Is it considered perverted to wake you up? Why don't you say that you are the one who is perverted for sleeping without clothes!"

She is helpless; this guy really has a lot of quirks

So do you think it is possible that I don't even know that TIM is the Asian Little King