Chapter Four, First Encounter (Four)

Brother

... ... ... ...

Saying this, he picked up the coat beside him and walked forward

The two quickly walked back home, and after entering the house, Yan directly headed upstairs. Cen Ning looked at his back and said, "Yan, Yan..."

The words were directed at Cen Ning, yet the gaze was half aggrieved and half ingratiating as it looked at Yan Xing.

However, it is indeed impolite for such a big child to call me by my name directly. " Leaning halfway against the armrest, as if pondering seriously for a moment, " Just call me brother like that group of children.

Yes

He slightly lowered his gaze to look at her, momentarily at a loss for words

However, what is he waiting for

Cen Ning stared blankly: "I ... ... me."

Ah!

Tang Zheng was engrossed in watching the excitement when he suddenly stood up and said, "Hey, Yan Ge! Aren't you going to continue fighting?"

As for Xu Wanying stating that she studied for five years, it is because this school is a combined junior and senior high school, with the junior high and senior high divisions located in two separate campuses to the north and south, separated by a stone bridge

Cen Ning stood up straight from the sofa and asked in disbelief, "Am I going upstairs?"

Cen Ning's face turned red at that moment, and she turned to leave. However, recalling the matter of attending class, she gritted her teeth and stood still: "If I don't get up soon, I will be late."

After more than ten minutes, Xue Xiaoxiao returned reluctantly, holding something in her hand

Thank you

The expression on his face remained unfavorable, yet he still lifted the blanket and sat up

Lao Gao is quite familiar with the school, having studied there for five years. It would be great to have him take you inside.

I can ... ...

The school that Cen Ning is going to this time is one of the top institutions in the capital, and many of the students there come from families with varying degrees of influence.

Try saying a sentence

The person on the bed suddenly turned over, startling Cen Ning, who thought he had woken up. However, after waiting for a while, she realized that he still had his eyes closed and was not awake at all

She lacks warmth so much that when she feels even a hint of tenderness, she believes that person is exceptionally good to her

Good

Upon reflection, it was probably due to a sense of belonging

Cen Ning's heart suddenly thudded, their eyes met, and she saw his eyes shining brightly under the light, unblinking, as if there were stars and the vast ocean.

This is a girl who can feel deeply inferior with just a glance.

With a furrowed brow, he said: "What are you still sitting here for? Go home."

That's good

... ...

Moreover, he was just now... protecting her, wasn't he

Cen Ning let out a muffled sound, and then, as if gathering immense courage, said: "She said you don't wish for me to be at your home, is it true? Am I causing you any trouble?"

It is quite obedient, remembering when called

That is not her home, yet he told her to go home

She subtly tilted her head to glance at Yan Xingzhi, who was looking straight ahead, his exquisite profile still bearing an utterly indifferent expression. However, at this moment, she felt that his gaze was not frightening at all

A faint and subtle voice, neither sharp nor gentle, carries an inexplicable air of aloofness. Cen Ning raised her gaze and saw a girl in a short skirt approaching; she was very beautiful, far more so than Xue Xiaoxiao.

Cen Ning fell silent for a moment and glanced upstairs: "... ... Oh."

No more fighting. After taking a few steps, Yan Xing turned back suddenly and said, "Cen Ning."

Cen Ning, have you never been able to call my name completely even once? On the stairs, the way of words and actions.

Hmm? Finally there is a reaction, but perhaps because it is still in a state of slumber, the voice of Yan Xing is extremely low and sounds particularly hoarse

Cen Ning was taken aback and quickly nodded

He cleared his throat and said, "You go out first, I will get up."

I will not apologize! What did I do wrong!" Xue Xiaoxiao's eyes turned red, "Besides, everyone says you don't want her to be here. I was clearly helping you, yet you scold me! Brother Xingzhi, you are being too much!"

Cen Ning remained silent, quickly moving to the door of the room, but paused again when it was time to close the door: "Brother, I am downstairs, waiting for you."

Cen Ning: "Uncle Gao said to take me to school"

"Here. " Xue Xiaoxiao said coldly, casually tossing the camera onto Cen Ning's lap, "Here you go, is that enough?"

Meng Peiyan glanced helplessly and turned back to Yan Xingzhidao, saying: "She has that temperament, so do not be angry."

Cen Ning, who was called out, looked completely bewildered

He does not appreciate others meddling in his affairs, which is why he lost his temper with Xue Xiaoxiao and her group today

Going home

After finishing breakfast, Cen Ning sat in the living room for a while, but as time passed second by second, she still did not see Yan Xing come out of the room. It was the first day of class, and she did not want to be late, but she also felt embarrassed to urge him.

Ah?

The hand that dressed in words and actions paused momentarily

When one is abruptly awakened from a deep slumber, their mood can be quite foul, and thus, at the very moment he opened his eyes, a fierce glare was indeed evident. Consequently, at first glance, he saw a little girl standing at the head of his bed, who gasped in fright.

A faint whispering sound filled the air, and Cen Ning felt somewhat tense, yet not afraid. Staying beside Yan Xing gave her an inexplicable sense of security

How are you here? Because I just woke up, my gaze is slightly dazed.

No

Whispered soft words brought a rare smile to the usually cold demeanor of his words and actions

Cen Ning blinked and obediently nodded her head

Today is the first day at the new school, and Cen Ning got up early, sitting at the dining table having breakfast

"I am not specifically helping you; I simply do not like that group of children making such a racket, so you do not need to say thank you," Yan Xing said淡淡.

Get up, it is time to rise

Cen Ning did not dare to say no to Xu Wanying, so he responded softly.

Under his indication, Cen Ning turned and headed towards the small building, while Yan Xing gazed at her slender figure, a slight smile playing on his lips

Seeing her as so easy to bully, it is no wonder that those children would tease her

One large and one small, walking one in front of the other

Cen Ning let out a sound of acknowledgment and quickly followed behind him, holding her camera. For some reason, at that moment, she suddenly felt extremely happy

You all ... ... hum! Apologizing is absolutely impossible for Xue Xiaoxiao. Under various humiliating circumstances, she angrily turned her head and ran away

He furrowed his brows and glanced at the clock, "Oh."

She maintained a stern expression and cautiously pressed the doorknob

Apologies. No one expected that these two words would be so casually thrown out in such a light manner.

Are you awake

The return of words and actions: "What, do you still want to say thank you?"

Xue Xiaoxiao has always been headstrong and willful. In the past, her words and actions were disregarded, but this time it was the first occasion he spoke to her in such a serious manner. She felt extremely wronged and found it impossible to save face in front of so many people

One minute later, Cen Ning arrived at the door of Yan Xingzhi's room. She knocked on the door, but there was no response from inside

Cen Ning has had very few experiences of being protected by others. She did not have friends in the past, as her father often traveled far for photography, and her only parent at home, her mother, was always very strict with her

With an expressionless face, he said, "There is no need to get angry with a child."

Xu Wanying: "Then you can go with him later, it is still early, no need to rush"

Still no one responded, Cen Ning looked at the raised area on the large bed and slowly moved over.

Yes

Cen Ning: "... ... I did not go with them."

Words and actions

Cen Ning hurriedly said: "Aunt Chen asked me to call you, to remind you to go to school"

Cen Ning quickly shook his head

Cen Ning pressed her lips together, indeed she came.

Really?" Cen Ning's eyes lit up

Cen Ning truly cannot keep up with him at her usual walking pace, so she occasionally has to jog a few steps.

"Oh dear, why hasn't Xingzhi come down yet?" At this moment, Aunt Chen said while tidying up the dishes, "Ningning, why don't you go upstairs and call him? This child is being lazy again."

The subtle way of words and actions: "Or do you think you can directly call my name"

How many times has this name rolled off her tongue, yet she seems truly unable to call out to him, and each time she opens her mouth, she finds herself stuck

"My affairs have nothing to do with you, you little brat." The speaker seemed to find this somewhat amusing, and after a moment of silence, said, "Focus on your studies and watch fewer of those evening soap operas."

"Please help Auntie to call, Auntie will wash the dishes first." Saying this, Auntie Chen hurriedly went into the kitchen

Xue Xiaoxiao widened her eyes slightly and said, "I have already returned it!"

Xue Xiaoxiao: "I---"

Thus, her living in his house is merely a trivial existence for him, and to say it is a bother is indeed an exaggeration. Moreover, the actions of Xue Xiaoxiao and her group of little brats have also gone too far. The young girl before him is actually innocent, and even quite pitiful.

Cen Ning nodded and continued to have breakfast

Go back, you should go to school tomorrow

Then just call me brother

Oval face, large eyes, skin as fair as snow

"Alright, Xiaoxiao." At this moment, a girl around sixteen or seventeen years old stood up and walked over, "Stop messing around, this is originally your fault, just apologize."

Cen Ning was originally focused on carefully checking whether there was a problem with the camera, but upon hearing Xue Xiaoxiao's words, her eyes visibly trembled.

Cen Ning suddenly let out a low cry and turned around, startling Yan Xing. Only after reacting did she realize it was because she was not wearing a top.

Aunt Chen smiled and said, "It's nothing, I usually wake him up. When the old man is not around, he often sleeps in."

Lowering her head, Cen Ning gathered her courage and softly called out, "Brother"

She pushed the door slightly ajar, and through the crack, she saw a spacious room. However, the curtains were drawn tightly, and no light penetrated, making it difficult to see the overall layout of the room.

Brother ... ... it is time for class

Cen Ning did not expect him to say this suddenly, so she could only stare at him blankly, allowing her face to turn red

Indeed. "Continue to move forward with your words and actions. In the future, try to avoid associating with Xue Xiaoxiao and the others. They have been spoiled and, when they cause trouble, you will find it hard to cope."

A timid voice came from behind, and Yan Xing's footsteps came to a halt as he turned to look at her: "Is the camera alright?"

Cen Ning pressed her lips together, recalling that he had said yesterday that she should call him brother. Thus, she changed her words and said softly, "Xingzhi Gege"

The air conditioning in the room was set very low, yet a bead of sweat appeared on Cen Ning's forehead. She slowly stepped forward and reached out to pull his blanket: "It's time to get up."

A profound silence.

One code is one code. The way of speech and behavior, "Taking someone else's things without reason, a simple apology will always do."

Seeing her serious demeanor made Yanxing want to laugh a little; she nodded at everything. This child seems to be overly well-behaved.

In fact, it is true that he does not like being arranged, and the absurdity he felt when he first saw her is also true. However, this is not enough to trouble him. Because he knows that he can still control such matters himself; the concept of a fiancée is merely a verbal promise between elders, and it is not certain that he will truly be forced to do anything in the future

"Ning Ning, on your first day at school, why not ride in the same car as Xing Zhi? Let him take you to your class," said Yan Xing Zhi's mother, Xu Wanying, sitting across from her with a kind expression.

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