Chapter Seven, the chains of shadows entwine and bind

Hey, Xiaoxue—hmph, that damned onion head

This bastard! He still hasn't come. I can't believe he didn't receive the message!

Le Xiaolian looked at Xiao Yanfeng with confusion, as if she had discovered a new continent, and suddenly her eyes lit up: "No wonder I always felt you were a bit strange today; it turns out you forgot to apply hair wax to your hair! Hey, Onion Head, are you okay?"

"Wait a moment," Xun Yi calmly said in a low voice as he grabbed Le Xiaolian's arm, "Don't let me ruin your mood. You go ahead, I will wait for you outside."

Xiao Yan's arrogant laughter instantly transformed into a curse filled with resentment

Alas, I am not sure either, Xiao Ru. But... whose wish is this, after all? And who brought it up..." Le Xiaolian furrowed her brows in contemplation

leaving behind clear tears

"Little Nian, Mei Mei, how can you run around like this?" Le Xiaolian said, her voice choked as she tightly embraced Little Nian and Mei Mei

Oh no! How did you find out that I hid the pillowcase soaked with tears under the basin? Was it the buzz-cut and the pockmarked one who leaked the information? I must teach them a good lesson!

From being powered off to being unreachable! Jiang Shuo Liu, you big fool, do you think that avoiding the issue means it will go away?

On a chilly autumn night, the senior is still so gentle... His eyes always convey an indelible melancholy. A kind and affectionate person like him probably hasn't forgotten about that "Xiaolian" matter...

gurgling gurgling

The elderly man pointed to the mahogany chair placed beside him, indicating for Jiang Sholiu to sit down

Xiaoxue is right; I still haven't received the message in a bottle yet

Chattering—chattering—

How could Liu possibly take a liking to a woman as annoying as you? Do not underestimate me! Clean your eyes and look properly!

Stepping forward and putting on a carefree demeanor, Le Xiaolian boldly patted his shoulder, exuding the spirit of a good buddy: "A real man bleeds but does not shed tears. Xiao Yanfeng, the way you don't style your hair into a pompadour is just so uncool!"

However, whenever I think of him, and those words he said in a fit of anger that day, and the ongoing cold war between us... my heart feels as if it is being peeled like an onion, causing me great discomfort... Could it be that I have really fallen for him...

I want the 'iPhone 4', hahaha, 9 handsome guys, please help me fulfill my wish!

No! In your life, as long as there are competitions, you must win the championship! Jiang Sholiu's life must not have any blemishes. As children of the Jiang family, we must regard being inferior to others as the greatest failure in life!" The old man's cane struck the ground with a loud thud.

Kakakaka, where can one find such a tree

Throughout the journey, the two did not speak again. Le Xiaolian allowed Shi Xun to hold her tightly, thinking that they were entangled like a ball of thread!

Wow, is that true?! Such exam questions are simply wonderful!

I just received a notification, requesting us to immediately begin preparations to send the children to other welfare institutions or arrange for someone to adopt them, as this place is really going to be requisitioned!" Cola's mother wiped her tears, her voice trembling like leaves in a strong wind

Grandfather, how could you do this? It is so despicable. Why target the orphanage, which is utterly defenseless? Are you trying to force me to hate you?

Flow, will he really not come? Without him here, no one is a match for this whirlwind!

Who granted this? Such a grand wish! The lawn has completely changed!

Whether you hate me or blame me, this is your fate as the heir of the Jiang family. You cannot be with her. The future existence of this welfare institution depends on your choice

What a brazen fellow! If you are going to boast, then show some real skill!

It is precisely because of this that the competition is brutal

The new examination questions have been announced

The sky gradually darkened, Le Xiaolian's voice had become hoarse from shouting, her clothes were completely soaked by the rain, clinging to her body, and her once neatly arranged braided hair was now tightly pressed against her neck

Le Xiaolian looked down and saw that the message from Zhenxi was still displayed on her phone.

Le Xiaolian, like a towboat pulling a vessel, forcefully tugged at Shi Xun's arm as they left together, walking briskly all the way.

Let's give it a try

Le Xiaolian exclaimed and immediately stepped in between Jiang Shuliu and Shi Xun, saying, "I just happened to run into Shi Xun, and these things were kindly given to me by him! Can you not be so rude to others?" Glancing at the bread in her hand, Le Xiaolian hurriedly explained.

Jiang Shao Liu lightly tilted his head, neither affirming nor denying

"You are right, Grandpa. However, this is not my decision!" With a violent shake of his head, Jiang Shuo Liu threw down these words and slammed the door behind him

The elderly man leaned back slowly against the chair's backrest and gently closed his eyes: "It doesn't matter, he will soon compromise."

A series of montage images emerged in Shen Xuechi's mind: in a dimly lit room, she sat in front of a television splattered with snowflakes, and after a few crackling sounds, an image secretly captured by a pinhole camera appeared on the screen.

Only then did one see Shi Xun sitting steadily on the tree, with a large green travel bag resting on her knees. A red bump, the size of a pebble, had formed on her delicate and fair forehead, and she revealed a smile that was both helpless and somewhat restrained.

Swish swish - bang

Wow, you stinky girl! Don't compete with this whirlwind!

Le Xiaolian looked at Xiao Yanfeng's somewhat forced smile and thought to herself

Have fun. If there is something...

... ...

Jiang Shaoliu stepped over Le Xiaolian and took a step forward to stand before Shi Xun, his seemingly low voice containing the power of thunder and fire.

Haha! This way, I have become even more famous! Oh no, I forgot that my whirlwind has already been eliminated, how frustrating!

Ahhhhh! Target - KO Game Store

Oh no! It must be that I was too unrefined while eating! Not only did I hit Shi Xun with a big bag, but now he also sees me in this state, like a hungry wolf descending the mountain

Jiang Shuo Liu nodded slightly, without denying it

Only Xiao Nian and Mei Mei were huddled together like two shivering little white rabbits, tightly pressed against each other beside the garbage bin, their bodies completely soaked by the rain. The two of them resembled discarded toys, and at that moment, Le Xiaolian felt as if her heart was bleeding with pain

Bang

Senior...

The previous home was where my mother knitted warm sweaters

Le Xiaolian hurriedly broke the remaining piece in her hand into two halves, handing one half to Shi Xun, "Here!"

That guy is not that fragile, but... could it be that he was kidnapped by fans halfway because he is too good-looking? ... STOP, Le Xiaolian, I warn you, when did your delusions become so severe? Is it because you are too hungry?

Bang!

Little Snow, wait for me!

I have heard that your popularity has significantly declined in the school's tower assault competition, and there have been no signs of recovery.

Wow wow wow wow

This is the reward for Xiao Lian's diligent efforts. The senior's gentle gaze rippled across Le Xiao Lian's blushing face like the reflection of the moon. He slowly stepped closer, his palm lightly resting on her shoulder like a feather. "You are the most hardworking girl I have ever seen, tirelessly pushing forward without ever knowing fatigue."

After a long while, Le Xiaolian turned her head in anger and said: "Jiang Sholiu, I originally called you out to give you some advice, but I just realized that I completely misjudged you. I overestimated you! Shi Xun, let's go."

Excerpt from the blog "The Illusory Land of Lotus" Category: Journey of the Mind

Since when has everyone become so eccentric

As the three individuals rushed to the welfare home, drenched to the skin, they discovered a large group of unfamiliar workers gathered inside, some transporting items while others were moving furniture. The children's rooms were all open, with miscellaneous items and furniture scattered across the wet floor. Light Beauty and Nian Nian wept in each other's arms, while Yuan Qi and Zhen Xi comforted the younger children. However, in the end, they could not hold back their own emotions, and they clung to Big Cola Mama, sobbing uncontrollably, their faces soaked, unable to distinguish between rainwater and tears. The usually cheerful and kind Big Cola Mama and Little Cola Mama appeared as if they were old trees bent by hail, their faces filled with sorrow.

Several days have passed since the results presentation day, and the campus, forums, and Weibo are filled with all sorts of gossip about Jiang Sholiu, ranging from the bizarre to the extraordinary, truly encompassing everything

Yes

Oh? Have I really encountered the divine tree? Le Xiaolian stared in astonishment at the blanket that had fallen from the tree, her chin hitting the blanket heavily.

Too slow

Move forward for me, hee hee ha ha! Move forward for me, hee hee ha ha!

Wind, you have finally regained a bit now

However, I have hardly cared about his matters recently. Am I being too selfish?

Is it really like this, senior...

Le Xiaolian sat among a pile of grasshoppers of various sizes like a handcraft merchant, then looked up at the sky. The sun had already set in the west, shadows gradually spread, dusk descended, and starlight twinkled in the night sky

In fact, what truly saddened him was that Jiang Shuo Liu, for the sake of his own pride, stubbornly did not allow him to pass, right

On a nearby rainy night, a black sedan quietly parked there, with an elderly man and a young person sitting inside the car, gazing from a distance at the scene of three individuals embracing and weeping.

Yes, but ... ...

A look of sorrow immediately appeared on Le Xiaolian's already troubled face, akin to the sudden onset of sleet on a gloomy day. She sighed heavily and said, "The welfare institution has recently encountered problems; many companies that have been supporting its operations have suddenly ceased their funding. Moreover, it seems that the land of the welfare institution is also about to be requisitioned. I wonder how things will develop from here!"

I simply cannot bear to listen! I never expected that over the past few days, I haven't written a single word in my notes, as my mind is completely occupied by that troublesome Jiang Shuo! I originally thought that even if the sky were to fall, I would still reside among the fragments of the sky, becoming the king of tower assault, and then transform into the perfect woman qualified to study in the United States. Yet, at this critical moment, I have faltered! It is all that detestable fellow's fault!

In the affluent area of the south, a luxurious villa stands majestically, overlooking the entire Xinghua city district.

It is truly touching! I wonder if the female lead will end up with the person she likes in the end. Wiping away a tear, Zhang Xinru looked at Le Xiaolian with a choked voice

"Xiao Lian, this is Yuanqi!" A voice filled with urgency came from the other end of the phone

A sudden, piercing scream shattered the tranquility between the two, dissipating the strange atmosphere that had previously enveloped them. Xiao Yan Feng charged towards Shen Xue Chi like a famished gorilla, bellowing loudly at him.

"Eh?" Le Xiaolian exclaimed, pointing at the television, "Isn't this MV filmed at school? Who drew the lot to have it filmed and edited so quickly!"

Wen Zhenhai held onto the flailing limbs of Xiao Yanfeng and smiled slightly: "You should thank Le Xiaolian and Shen Xuechi for coming specifically to cheer for you"

Is it the topic for the second round of the tower attack competition? Wow, Xiaoxue, I want to see it!

Bang

Could it be that I have encountered some supernatural event...? Have I run into a ghost? No, no, no, how could there be a ghost carrying bread and juice with it?! I will try again; I refuse to believe that I cannot uncover the truth behind this!

Senior, on this chilly autumn night, I would like to have dinner with you! Do you prefer Japanese cuisine or Thai food

"Think about yourself." The cold reminder came from behind, startling Le Xiaolian, who turned to see Shen Xuechi slowly walking past her. Le Xiaolian immediately lowered her head in dejection, like a candle extinguished by a strong wind.

Xiao Yanfeng pulled the trigger and casually fired a few shots, each hitting the target, "Oh yeah!"

Moreover, it seems that everyone is seizing the opportunity, with each wish proposed being difficult to realize...! ... Huh, this second tower assault competition is indeed as challenging as Senior Han Qiuye had predicted, and it is truly not an ordinary difficulty

Le Xiaolian was taken aback, her whole body trembled; the owner of the hand was Shen Xuechi

There is also sponsorship from charitable organizations. Shen Xuechi nodded in agreement

Ding!

While angrily pounding her legs and muttering curses at the missing Jiang Shuo Liu, several veins bulged on Le Xiaolian's forehead

In the deafening KO arcade, a group of people has now gathered, including Shen Xuechi, Xiao Yanfeng, Wen Zhenhai, and Han Qiunye.

"Snow Queen, do you know? Wen Zhenhai is a pervert! He likes to make dolls at home all by himself..." Xiao Yanfeng continued to shout, but was suddenly silenced by Wen Zhenhai, who covered his mouth and carried him away.

Regardless of him

Shasha shasha shasha -

Regarding Jiang Shuo Liu

What is this? Open sesame?

Where are you running to

It is merely a habit from childhood

Closing the door to the machine room, Le Xiaolian walked back to the classroom with a head full of questions, her mind ringing with a cacophony of sounds

A few black crows cawed noisily as they flew over the Bai Ling, the sun already positioned directly overhead. The sky above Bai Ling was eerily quiet, and the surroundings seemed to be enveloped in a soundless pantomime. Le Xiaolian suppressed her growing impatience, persevered, and took out a slender blade of grass to begin weaving a grasshopper.

Jiang Shuo Liu, what are you doing

"It's nothing," upon seeing Le Xiaolian, Shen Xuechi's face turned slightly red in an awkward manner, "I was just checking some information."

I apologize, I am too hungry

The passing students all widened their eyes in astonishment

However, Jiang Shaoliu has still not arrived

The elderly man revealed a satisfied smile: "Very good, Driver Zhang, let's go back"

Da!

Unlike her usual expressionless demeanor, today the corners of her mouth were adorned with a faint smile, making her appear quite happy, as if she had accomplished something significant.

As the reigning Blue Rose King, Han Qiuyue's pure white cheeks, perfect like Hetian jade, revealed a faint smile. He gazed into Le Xiaolian's eyes and gently said: "Xiaolian, if the previous tower assaults were battles, then all the slaughter occurred within the tower. However, this time the slaughter has spread throughout the entire school, both in scale and momentum, it has become much grander."

I absolutely cannot allow everyone to be driven away! I must find a solution to this matter! Even if I have to give up everything, I will protect the entire orphanage! Clenching her fists, which were about to burst with anger, Le Xiaolian's round eyes revealed a determination as fierce as lightning.

In the voting area with a support rate of 9, Jiang Shuo Liu's popularity plummeted, and even students from Xing Gao were discussing his behavior. His market value immediately continued to decline like never before, and it seemed as if he had completely disappeared, as no one in the Star Alliance saw him again

Alas, what on earth has this fellow taken? Normally, if I don't seek him out, he will appear on his own every few days! ... But now ...? ... That seemingly strong yet internally rich individual must not be facing any significant setbacks, has he lost his mind?

Le Xiaolian hurriedly ran forward and lifted the wet newspaper on the trash can, which had become soft like a piece of cloth

The current home is the sweet round dumplings cooked by Da Le's mother

In the past, when the class bell rang, the energetic Le Xiaolian would spring into action like a vigorous rabbit. However, at this moment, she seemed completely out of sorts, resting one hand on her chin while holding her fully prepared textbook in the other, her eyes blankly gazing out the window

Shen Xuechi's gaze was somewhat absent, her neck slightly flushed, and she suddenly asked: "Besides being the guardian of the Jiang family, you have another identity."

Le Xiaolian scratched the back of her head, opened her mouth wide, and stared with her eyes wide open, straining to look up at the top of her head, but all she could see was a dense mass of branches, and nothing else.

At that moment, Xun's lips curled slightly, revealing a moonlight-like elegant smile on his delicate and beautiful cheeks resembling lily petals. He did not reach out, but gently tilted his head and took a bite of the bread in Le Xiaolian's hand.

Together. Shen Xuechi quickly took an umbrella out of the drawer of her desk, while Shi Xun silently led the way out of the classroom.

Le Xiaolian exhaled heavily through her nostrils, her eyes reddened, and she roared through gritted teeth, "We were supposed to gather at the KO arcade tonight; everyone agreed to go there to help Xiao Yanfeng recover. Although we are a bit late because of that jerk, we should still make it if we hurry!"

This message struck Le Xiaolian, who was already feeling cold all over, like a bolt of lightning descending directly from the sky, shattering her into pieces

"If we hide here, they won't be able to find us." At the same time, there was the hoarse cry of a child.

"Zhen, Zhenxi! What on earth happened? Where did these people come from? Why are they taking our things?" Le Xiaolian comforted the tearful Zhenxi, while her furious fists were raised to her ears like a sun slowly rising, wishing she could send those workers who intruded without permission flying away like shooting stars!

Comment, comment! Reply, reply!

I always feel that certain events related to tower assault are subtly exacerbated and artificially magnified, as if there is an invisible hand behind them, directing things in an unknown direction, which makes me quite uneasy. Wen Zhenhai stood with his hands clasped behind his back, gazing at the bizarre sky illuminated by the lights, his worried expression evident.

Le Xiaolian was taken aback, unable to believe it as she reached out to take it, carefully weighing it—indeed, it was sesame-flavored

"Let's go." After leaving on a cold autumn night, Shi Xun gently held onto Le Xiaolian's arm

juice

This is my decision; you cannot be with her. The garden of the Jiang family cannot tolerate such a weed. The old man snorted coldly, his will resolute

Wow, Snow Queen, you cannot like Wen Zhenhai

I only hope that such a day will never come. Xiaoshuo, I told you when you were very young not to measure yourself by ordinary standards. You can only succeed, failure is not permitted! The old man was very resolute, exuding an unshakeable authority. "Moreover, regarding that Le Xiaolian, I can no longer wait patiently; you must sever all ties with her immediately!"

Grandfather! Jiang Shuo looked at the old man in disbelief. The grandfather who had always doted on him since childhood actually uttered such cruel words

Do not rush, everyone split up to search! Leave behind the sound of heavy footsteps. Listen carefully, all the children must stay in the welfare institution, no one is allowed to run around! The older children will go out with me to look for people, everyone act separately!

What?" At that moment, Xun, who was working on the exam questions ahead, suddenly turned around.

A pink love letter, ribbons and sequins dancing in the air, petals covering the entire tree-lined path, the male and female protagonists in evening attire meet beneath the star tower, gazing deeply into each other's eyes. However, the situation changes dramatically as the girl watches the boy's distant figure leaving, silhouetted against the starry sky.

At that moment, the school television station suddenly broadcast a melodious piece of music. Everyone turned their gaze towards the source of the sound, as the closed-circuit television set up in front of the classroom began to play a self-produced music video, with the sparkling title on the screen shining brightly— "All Because of Love"

After surveying among the dense branches and leaves, Le Xiaolian descended from the tree with a hint of dejection, staring blankly at the bread and water on the ground, feeling an involuntary chill enveloping her body

Goodbye

As the first examination question was announced, the Star Alliance Forum was engulfed in waves of fervent excitement, akin to pouring cold water into a boiling pot of oil. The crowd erupted with a powerful and clamorous response at lightning speed. It seemed to herald the resumption of battle, as all forums, spaces, Weibo, and even radio broadcasts in Xinghua City reacted swiftly to this news, with everyone passionately engaging in animated discussions.

Sister Xiao Lian, I do not want to starve to death

idiot

Oh my! Xiao Nian's body is so weak, where can he run to! With such heavy rain, how can his body withstand it! Just as Cola's mother had stopped crying, she immediately became anxious and tears started to flow again.

I am furious! I am furious! I want to strangle him! Squeeze him to death! Bite him to death! Kick him to death! Jiang Shuo Liu, you heartless super villain!

Le Xiaolian nearly bit her own tongue in disbelief as she raised her head. Not far away stood a tall figure quietly, with Jiang Sholiu's face illuminated by the bright moonlight. However, it was unprecedentedly covered in blazing clouds of fire, and his pitch-black eyes, which seemed to gather the brilliant starlight of the entire universe, were now emitting dark red flickering flames. The whole person resembled a furious leopard that had caught the scent of its prey.

Time passed quietly, as if the moonlight, like a gentle hand, wiped away all the anger and ferocity from Jiang Shuo's face.

Grandfather, just now you told me that I can only achieve victory for a lifetime, and I did not say much in response. I can choose to disregard your control over my life and existence. However, why do you have to interfere even when it comes to someone I like? Why can’t I be with the person I care about? Jiang Shuo Liu stood up excitedly, looking angrily at the old man

Hoo Hoo Hoo Hoo

Shen Xuechi squinted slightly, her indifferent eyes revealing a clear expression of doubt as she stared wide-eyed at Wen Zhenhai, completely disbelieving his words

Wen Zhenhai straightened up and thoughtfully analyzed, "The competition, which originally appeared mysterious due to its secrecy, has in the past been merely a formality, as it only involved announcing the results and some simple ceremonies, despite the high expectations surrounding it. However, this year, with everything being made public and all students becoming participants, it has instead become the most discussed topic outside of regular coursework, with all the contestants becoming figures in the spotlight.

Salutation

Yu Hanyan, like a Barbie princess peeking out from a castle, gracefully climbed behind the lace curtains, as if she were directing her own backyard, pointing and instructing the workers to run back and forth

In the past few days, Le Xiaolian has made countless calls to Jiang Sholiu, but none of them have gone through. Therefore, now whenever she hears that infuriating message "The user you are trying to reach is currently unavailable," she feels a surge of anger, wishing she could directly reach through the phone and confront that elusive person to demand an explanation!

"However, grandfather, the popularity ranking is not the only criterion for judgment..." Jiang Sholiu argued somewhat excitedly.

Stop it!

Just now, the teachers at our school suddenly informed us that the sponsor has abruptly ceased funding the tuition fees for me and Zhenxi. If we cannot find a new sponsor, we will be expelled! Even through the phone, Le Xiaolian could imagine Yuanqi's anxious expression.

Ah? Um...

What happened? Shen Xuechi and Shi Xun stood up in surprise, looking at Le Xiaolian, whose expression was unusual

Bread

Xiao Lian!" Zhang Xinru hurriedly rushed to Le Xiaolian's side, leaning in mysteriously, "Do you know whose wish it is? It has caused Senior Yu Hanyan to mobilize so many resources and manpower!

Xiao Yanfeng bared his teeth at the outside of the shop, his expression suddenly turning sour. He casually picked up an electronic gun and held it in front of his chest, saying, "Le Xiaolian, it's one thing for you to come, but why did you bring this guy along?"

Hello

Your relationship is indeed quite extraordinary! Dear little Kele, why are you standing in front of him? Are you really afraid that I might beat him up just like I did that watermelon head?

Xiao Yan Feng forced a somewhat stiff grimace, "By the time of the tower assault competition in the year of the people, this lord will return! I will knock you all out!"

Ah... Thank you for your concern, senior! I actually managed to advance smoothly in the first round! Hahaha, it feels just like a dream!

On the other side, Wen Zhenhai stayed behind Shi Xun and Le Xiaolian, and together with Shen Xuechi, he said softly: "Just now, Senior Han Qiuyue mentioned that the tower assault incident has spread throughout the school, which instead gave me some unpleasant thoughts"

Damn it! Don't call me Onion Head, you complete novice!

Xiao Yan Feng was suddenly enraged like a target struck by an arrow, but as if he thought of something, his purple-tinged fists fell weakly to his sides. He scratched his head in a somewhat dejected manner, unwillingly curling the corners of his mouth to reveal a bizarre smile that was neither here nor there. "This is really frustrating! I actually became the first person to be eliminated, and even earlier than the rookie Le Xiao Lian! However, hum!"

No, it's nothing, Xiaoxue

"What a commotion! It truly is a scene of chaos!" Le Xiaolian leaned out halfway from the window frame, resembling a woodpecker with its rear end raised, staring in astonishment at the lawn that was originally overgrown with weeds and neglected, now undergoing extensive construction. The weeds had been completely uprooted, and a plastic carpet had been laid down, with various tools scattered all over the ground.

Oh... thank you. Le Xiaolian's eyes were red as the three of them hurried towards the welfare institution in the drizzling rain

Withdrawal, expulsion? ! '' Le Xiaolian's face instantly turned pale, and she felt as if she had fallen into an ice cave. It was at this moment that she realized the gravity of the situation

The rain flows silently down the car window for a long time, and at last, the pale yet delicate corners of the lips, reminiscent of withered rose petals, gently part: "I promise you"

Le Xiaolian let out a roar, jumping up excitedly like a fish waiting to be fried in hot oil

"What is wrong with you?" Shen Xuechi sat down beside her, her indifferent eyes carefully scrutinizing Le Xiaolian

Ah?! Le Xiaolian, you wretched girl! I, the great master, will definitely not spare you! Don't think that just because you are a woman, I will show mercy! Watch my fist!

Bang

Le Xiaolian turned her head and saw Shi Xun standing right behind her. His pair of black pearl-like eyes looked at the cold autumn night without any expression, and he slightly nodded, as a form of greeting

I climb, I climb, I climb again

The weather was fine, and the air was filled with the sounds of birds and the fragrance of flowers. Bai Ling sat under a large tree, quietly waiting for Jiang Shuo to arrive.

"Xiao, Xiao Lian, is it really appropriate to just leave him like this?"

A sound of "bang!" as an object fell from the sky and landed in the grass.

At that moment, the phone, which had just quieted down, rang again. Le Xiaolian quickly answered, "Hello, how are you?"

One, two, three, four ... ...

In the bustling and vibrant KO arcade, the voice of Hanqi Ye still flows like a gentle breeze.

You

Shen Xuechi's eyes, sharp as a thousand-year-old ice, struck fiercely upon Xiao Yanfeng's already battered soul like a heavy iron hammer weighing ten thousand pounds, instantly turning him into a carbon-roasted quail

Alright, I will take my leave first, you all," Senior Han Qiuyue turned around, revealing a lonely yet gentle smile like a blue rose, "Do your best.

"Sir, your actions have instead strengthened Young Master Sun's resolve to be with that girl!" said the servant, who had been standing silently behind the old man, bending down to speak softly to him

Is it over

Your mobile phone. Because of the orphanage

You had better disappear from my sight immediately, this is the last warning

Jiang Shaoliu lowered his head, his voice gradually becoming softer, while flashes of lightning flickered in his pitch-black eyes, as if a fierce battle was taking place deep within his heart

The user you are trying to reach is temporarily unavailable

Le Xiaolian swallowed hard and cautiously said: "I would like to have some fruit ... ... "

I was just passing by

In the past, I was young and powerless, unable to protect myself

Could it be? Is this tree the legendary sesame open door tree

Everyone had long lost the desire to continue playing and left the arcade together

Shut up! Stinky frog!

Meimei has also disappeared, wow! Another cry arose loudly

Jiang Shao's eyes flickered like ice blades, then he let out a cold snort from his nose, the corner of his right lip gently curling up: "What you actually want to say is that I am not qualified to make Le Xiaolian like me, right? Someone like you, who doesn't care at all about sharing a bite of bread with a girl, is qualified, isn't it?"

I climb, I climb, I climb, climb, climb

Le Xiaolian could not help but regret not bringing her textbook to pass the time

"Sister Xiao Lian, we should never be apart for our entire lives." Mei Mei wiped her tears with her small hands, crying uncontrollably.

His eyes searched weakly for the departing figure of Le Xiaolian, ethereal and hollow. The once crystal-like beautiful cheeks were now devoid of life, resembling a wandering angel in search of a soul, standing alone on the desolate Bai Ling under the mournful night wind

rumbling

At that moment, Xu Weiwei smiled faintly, made a "phone" gesture towards Le Xiaolian, and turned to leave the place

"How could such a thing happen in a welfare institution? It's utterly unreasonable," Zhang Xinru said, puffing up her chubby cheeks and beginning to analyze the situation seriously. "However, don't worry, Xiaolian. I believe that institutions like welfare homes are usually not requisitioned by the government."

Le Xiaolian shook her head, her two braided pigtails dancing with the movement of her head. "But I think I just heard them say they are filming a movie?"

There are also the children chattering noisily

"Wait for me! I will be back right away." After shouting this at Yuanqi, Le Xiaolian abruptly hung up the phone

At this moment, the usually vacant and unfocused, ice crystal-like eyes of Shi Xun contained a powerful current that pierced the heart. His lips slightly moved: "Le Xiaolian has waited for you all day with an empty stomach, yet you still choose to blame her like this. Someone as detestable as you does not deserve to be liked by so many people."

Shi Xun nimbly jumped down from the tree, picked up the bread and water from the ground, and said to Le Xiaolian, "Come down, aren't you starving?"

Xun Shi! How did you end up here?

The adventure story of a prince rescuing a princess told by father

Suddenly, a crisp snap of fingers sounded beside my ear

When did he become so considerate and thoughtful? Previously, after I was accidentally injured by Jiang Shuo Liu, he stayed up all night to make it up to me. Although I was a bit taken aback, his gestures filled with friendship truly moved me at this moment

Sister Xiao Lian, I want Sister Xiao Lian! Wuwuwuwu

Whose outrageous wish is this! However, the luck is truly exceptional, as it was actually drawn!

I, I didn't mean to! Shi Xun, I'm really sorry! Such a big package... are you okay? Who would have thought there was actually someone hiding in that tree!

Jiang Shaoliu's eyes, originally as bright as the stars, were now filled with bloodshot veins, and his angelically sculpted face was twisted in pain, tightly clenching his fists as if he wanted to crush his own fingers.

He proudly raised the muzzle of the gun, extended his thumb, and ostentatiously wiped his nose.

However, just as they were about to collide, an expression of extreme pain appeared on Jiang Shuo Liu's face, resembling a shattered gem. On that originally breathtaking angelic face, there emerged an indescribable sense of parting and a silent, tangled struggle.

Awakened by a splash of cold water from Shen Xuechi, Le Xiaolian hurriedly chased after her and saw her walking quickly by herself. In the blink of an eye, she reached the end of the corridor where the machine room was located

I originally wanted to discuss the matter of the wishing bottle with Xiaoxue, but it seems that she does not want to be disturbed by me... What is she doing in the computer room? I feel that Xiaoxue must be up to something unusual

"Eh? Shi Xun, you..."

There, make it a bit flatter! And over there, why is there still grass? Pull out the grass!

Little Cola

The chilling silence enveloped her, as if time had come to a standstill. Apart from the faint chirping of insects in the grass, all that echoed in Le Xiaolian's ears was the last sentence that Jiang Shaoliu had just uttered.

Sister Xiao Lian, will I end up sleeping on the streets?

Bang! The door of the study made a loud crashing sound

I want Xun to be my boyfriend! No one is allowed to compete with me!

Shen Xuechi asked with a tilted head

Hmph! At least he has some self-awareness! Otherwise, this whirlwind would definitely make him come in standing and leave crawling!" This was said by Xiao Yan Feng, who was holding an electronic gun, glaring angrily at the doorway.

Sister Xiao Lian, I want to sleep under the quilt that Mama Cola sewed for me! I don't want to freeze into an ice block!

After a few days of absence, his once perfectly sculpted face seemed somewhat haggard. He ignored the lively and bouncing Le Xiaolian surrounding him and walked directly to the silent Shi Xun, who was gazing at him.

Waaah! Waaah!

At that moment, Xun shrugged and opened the cap of the lemon juice bottle

Jiang Shuo Liu, what are you talking about? Do you realize that you have been quite excessive lately?

"We will not be separated; none of us will be separated."

At that moment, the unfortunate stomach of Le Xiaolian, pressed between her chest and back, let out a loud wail, continuously protesting in a loud voice

Shi Xun, with a pale complexion, endured the immense strength of Le Xiaolian's fingers, which were as powerful as a meat grinder, feeling as if her knuckles were about to be crushed by her grip

Hello, I am freezing!

What is this? How strange! Such a competition question has actually appeared, it feels just like playing house!

I really didn't expect that Jiang Shuo Liu would be even more stubborn than I imagined. It would have been great if he had bought some bread from the convenience store to bring over, especially that sesame-flavored one which is both cheap and delicious...

Le Xiaolian held tightly onto the two children, tears streaming down her face, while Shen Xuechi and Shi Xun stood behind her, their faces filled with heaviness

The elderly man sits quietly to one side, calmly gazing ahead, completely unmoved.

Surrounded by emptiness, the sunlight lazily drapes over her, bringing a sense of warmth

Wen Zhenhai ... ... doing ... ... cloth ... ... doll ... ... doll ? ! ''

In the corners, by the trash cans, and under the streetlights, wherever he thinks there might be a place to hide someone, Le Xiaolian will go and search thoroughly

On a chilly autumn night, Le Xiaolian, who was about to follow Shen Xuechi, was called to a halt. The angelic face revealed a smile as gentle as the clear spring water. As Le Xiaolian gazed at that face which had once stirred her heart, a surge of mixed emotions welled up within her. "How is the preparation for the tower assault going? Do you need my help?"

I have a foreboding feeling! Things are not that simple; now even Yuanqi and Zhenxi's benefactor is going to stop funding their tuition!" Le Xiaolian gritted her teeth, squeezing the words out one by one through her clenched teeth, "I will return to the welfare home right away.

Holding bread and water, Le Xiaolian sat on the ground and shouted at the top of her lungs

He could not help but raise his head, and through the heavy rain and mist, his trembling fingertips slowly reached out towards the glass, as if wanting to touch the cheek of Le Xiaolian, who was in the distance, working together with Shi Xun and Shen Xuechi to lift two children.

Guardianship

"Not just a movie," said the girl with a ponytail, pointing to the bulletin board on the back wall of the classroom, "the bulletin boards for the entire grade have turned into love letters!"

"Little New Year, Meimei, where are you!" Le Xiaolian was searching the streets with Shen Xuechi and Shi Xun, calling out continuously as they walked.

Wen Zhenhai was taken aback, shifted his gaze away, and after a moment, he smiled and said: "No, I have always been myself"

Le Xiaolian sighed softly, placing both hands on her forehead, "I hope so."

Le Xiaolian clenched her fists, which were as hot as a red-hot iron, and roared like a boiling kettle ready to explode, "Who on earth set these exam questions?! This is simply irresponsible!"

It was merely a coincidence that I passed by

Shen Xuechi turned her gaze and directed her questioning look towards Wen Zhenhai

Jiang Shaoliu looked at the old man with a questioning gaze. As soon as he sat down, he couldn't wait to ask: "Grandfather, is there something very important? You specifically called me out of school."

Onion Head! Are you secretly feeling sad, yet desperately holding it in without saying anything?

You have returned, Xiao Shuo, please take a seat

Shen Xuechi said coldly, her stern and imposing gaze sweeping directly over Shi Xun and Le Xiaolian

Jiang Shaoliu rested his forehead against the glass, remaining silent for a long while

I am truly feeling a bit uneasy! I do not know what kind of wish I will receive! If it is the kind that Yu Hanyan drew, then I, who do not have even a penny, would definitely be doomed!

The hungry stomach urged Le Xiaolian, who could at this moment devour an entire cow.

Well, in that case, I will first ... ...

Le Xiaolian pointed out this cruel fact without mercy, while also avenging Shi Xun in passing

Shi Xun felt a wave of dull pain coming from his fingers, recalling the cool, red bump on his forehead, and he couldn't help but slightly curl the corners of his lips upward.

Jiang Shuo Liu, why have you only just arrived

Le Xiaolian's cheeks instantly flushed with a deep crimson, and she stammered, unable to articulate a complete sentence.

As she gazed at the enchanting silhouette of Shi Xun, like a fairy, Le Xiaolian felt a wave of warmth in her heart, akin to the refreshing sensation of drinking strawberry milk. Her cheeks flushed slightly, and her eyes, which had just been shooting out fiery sparks, now glimmered with a subtle hint of shyness and evident emotion

After several tremors, my elongated fingers finally formed a tight fist

Hello

Yes, the Snow Queen, hahahaha

Jiang Shaoliu let out a low growl

Content of Question 2: From now on, every student in the school can fill out a wish bottle on the forum, writing down their own wish. Participants in the tower assault will draw from these wishes, and within one week, they must fulfill the wishes of the selected students. At the wish fulfillment meeting one week later, all participants will publicly announce the wishers and the results of the fulfilled wishes. The student with the lowest score in this round of voting will be eliminated. At the wish fulfillment meeting one week later, all participants will publicly announce the wishers and the results of the fulfilled wishes. The student with the lowest score in this round of voting will be eliminated

Frog! I am about to show my fist!

In search of something to do, she wove a garland from leaves, then took it apart, re-wove it, dismantled it again, and wove it once more. After an indeterminate amount of time, Le Xiaolian resembled a little hen sitting in a messy chicken coop, surrounded by heaps of grass!

"What a wonderful scene, Le Xiaolian." In the ambiguous atmosphere, a melodious voice, like the strings of a zither, drifted through the air, yet it was interspersed with dissonant notes that symbolized a heart full of anger. "You called me here just to let me see how intimately you share a picnic with your good friend? Sharing bread and water under the same tree—if I remember correctly, this is a custom of the ancient Persians, a ritual held to commemorate your strong friendship, isn't it?"

Le Xiaolian suddenly dropped the bread and jumped in front of Jiang Shuo Liu like an antelope, her round, bright eyes sparkling with excitement yet subtly hinting at dissatisfaction, "What Persians, what ceremony?"

"Yuanqi, what happened?" Le Xiaolian suddenly stood up, startling both Shen Xuechi and Shi Xun who were beside her

I cannot believe that such a strange tree exists in the world, there must be something amiss, I must go up and see for myself

What a grand wish! Truly, only the Smoke Princess can fulfill it!" The princess's younger sister sighed as she looked around the venue

Sister Xiao Lian! A tender cry came from beside the nearby trash can

Little Lian, wuwuwu, everyone can no longer be together in the future

Huh, this feeling of silence is so strange... ? ... Jiang Shuo Liu, Shi Xun, along with Senior Han Qiu Ye, what has happened to them?

Wen Zhenhai looked into Shen Xuechi's eyes and nodded firmly

The entire grade? ! '' Le Xiaolian exclaimed, forcefully squeezing into the crowd like a fish swimming upstream, her gaze fixed intensely on the enormous blackboard bulletin!

Shen Xuechi once again erupted with a formidable presence, unleashing a powerful bombshell with unwavering calmness

It is ! ''

Le Xiaolian, you have indeed lost your mind

Get lost

After pounding her chest like a gorilla, Le Xiaolian clenched her phone and began to curse vehemently, as if she had seen that familiar yet detestable handsome face!

Le Xiaolian transformed her anger into strength, pulling Shi Xun as they sped forward, immediately raising a thick cloud of smoke behind them

Only then did Wen Zhenhai appear on the screen, with a series of furtive expressions. He struggled to pull out a large, gray box from the overflowing wardrobe, revealing a mysterious smile, his teeth glinting between his lips. He picked up a puppet doll and began to meticulously comb its glossy black long hair.

Since the new competition questions have been announced, everyone should return early to prepare. This is the first time I have heard of such exam questions

In the darkness, a shadow flickered and vanished among the dense branches and leaves

mobile phone

Ah woo ah woo

Upon seeing Le Xiaolian, Maki suddenly rushed over and embraced her tightly

The sky outside is overcast, as if everything has been smeared with a layer of dull ash gray by the hand of an all-encompassing earth. The sun hangs listlessly in the sky, resembling a burnt-out brown coal ball, while thick, cotton-like gray clouds drift slowly across the sky, shifting from one area to another, ready to completely obscure the last remnants of the endangered halo around the sun.

A boy with smooth short hair nodded while adopting a scrutinizing expression

I refuse! You are the novice! Onion head!

After some thought, she grabbed her phone again, her fingertips dancing as she quickly typed out a text message

Le Xiaolian glanced apologetically at Shi Xun's large bag, but could not resist the protests of her stomach, and began to chew on the sesame bread heartily. Meanwhile, Shi Xun paused his action of drinking water, fixating his gaze on her.

A cold laugh echoed, and both Jiang Sholiu and Le Xiaolian turned their gazes towards Shi Xun. They saw him calmly take a sip of juice, then stand up and gaze directly at Jiang Sholiu

Like a monkey plucking the moon, Le Xiaolian swiftly climbed the tree and, upon closer inspection, finally discovered the "ghost" hidden within the divine tree

Is that so? It is truly rare that you, such a popular girl, would pay attention to me! Should I perhaps become a bit more outrageous to capture your attention?

Frustrated, Le Xiaolian ran her fingers through her hair, gazing at the starlight in the sky, lamenting as she pulled at the heads of the surrounding grasshoppers, imagining them all as the head of Jiang Shuo Liu.

Xiao Yanfeng suddenly realized the issue of his image, feeling a bit embarrassed as he scratched the back of his head, and shyly cast a furtive glance at Shen Xuechi.

The people gathered around Shen Xuechi's phone stared wide-eyed at the hundreds of pages of replies beneath the post, suddenly exchanging glances with one another

Little Lian, wait a moment

Puh—hahahahahahaha

Grandfather, do you really think I am the disgrace of the Jiang family

The pinned post on the forum shone brilliantly at the top, capturing everyone's breath and attention, as Shen Xuechi's fingertips swiftly clicked to enter

Oh! There is nothing!

With the rustling sound of the leaves, a neatly folded coral fleece blanket fell down

What are they doing? Are they filming a movie

Wow! What on earth does this guy want to do!

A group of people immediately gathered around Shen Xuechi, looking at the content displayed on her exquisite mobile phone screen

With a heavy heart full of thoughts, Le Xiaolian pushed open the classroom door. Most of her classmates had already arrived, and everyone was gathered in front of the blackboard, discussing animatedly.

I originally thought that attacking the tower would be a super mysterious and impressive event! However, it now seems more like a performance in front of the entire school rather than a competition!

I refuse! Onion head!

Le Xiaolian sprang up, aimed at the shadow, and accurately threw the lemon juice as if it were a hand grenade!

Grandfather, are you looking for me

Thank you, Shi Xun

Seeing the children who looked like homeless little mice, clutching their own thighs in pain, Le Xiaolian felt a pang in her heart, and tears streamed down her face uncontrollably

Today I will wait for you at Bailin, and we will not part ways!

24-hour continuous live tracking of the match: The content of the second match of the tower assault is now officially unveiled! Amidst the smoke of battle! (Highly recommended by the moderator!)

"You have disappointed me. Falling from the first place on the popularity chart, is this the result you give me?" The old man paused with his cane in hand

Fool. Liar

Le Xiaolian focused her gaze and exclaimed, oh my, it really is juice, and it's lemon-flavored

I said no!

Sister Cola, Xiaonian is missing, wow, Xiaonian! Suddenly, a child started crying loudly

When Jian Le Xiaolian discovered his whereabouts, he rubbed the bump on his forehead and put on an innocent expression, "but I was almost killed by someone."

How touching! It's as romantic as a Korean drama! The girls gathered around the television, displaying expressions of longing.

"Xiaoxue, what are you doing?" Following closely into the machine room, Le Xiaolian was surprised to find Shen Xuechi fiddling with something on the computer.

Give me Jiang Shuo Liu, the rest are not worth discussing! Jiang Shuo Liu is the true path!

I will resolutely safeguard now

After clicking send, Le Xiaolian stuffed her phone into her pocket and dashed towards Bai Ling like a rabbit with its tail on fire

The elder cast a stern gaze at the respectfully seated Jiang Sholiu, his expression filled with reproach

Wuwuwu! Sister Xiaolian, they said we are all going to be sent away, to different families." Leaning in the embrace of Sister Le Xiaolian, Meimei began to cry heartily.

Le Xiaolian, with an imposing demeanor, dragged Shi Xun into the Toy City. Upon hearing the latter half of Xiao Yanfeng's sentence, her expression immediately darkened, and with her hands on her hips, she prepared to launch a fierce counterattack aimed directly at Xiao Yanfeng's arrogant dark face