Chapter 7: The Encounter at the Library

However, the tall class monitor in my class seems quite angry. I do not know whether he is upset because he feels sorry for me or because the arrogance of the four-eyed ones has undermined his status. In any case, the various reactions of these so-called classmates have left me even more disheartened, making me feel like the child abandoned by the entire world.

Returning to the dormitory, my heart continued to race incessantly, feeling quite unsettled. For someone like me, who is vulnerable and without support, the greatest fear is causing trouble, especially with someone as scheming as the second-generation rich. I simply cannot compete with them, and with one misstep, the university life I have worked so hard to attain could be ruined.

Her voice was somewhat choked

When I was engrossed in reading "Ordinary World," Xiao Yue suddenly appeared before me. Although she is already taken and I have tried countless times to convince myself to forget her, seeing her up close again made my heart race uncontrollably. Moreover, this time, her clear and beautiful eyes clearly held an extra touch of tenderness and gratitude.

With four eyes looking at me and a sudden insertion of a headphone into my ear, I was startled and shivered all over. Soon, a captivating voice emanated from the inexplicable headphone: "Ge Tian, right? Do you know why I am looking for you?"

I pressed my lips together and nodded slightly

It turns out that the concern I once could not feel was simply due to my own actions, because Xiaoyue knew nothing. Today, I finally felt Xiaoyue's heartfelt care. I was very excited and relieved, but I couldn't show it too obviously; I could only try to remain calm and said to her: "Thank you, I would be immensely grateful if you could help my parents, after all, they are simple and do not understand the law. As for me, it doesn't matter, you don't need to trouble yourself with me. I feel that this way, https://www.hetushu.com, is quite good!"

I held the pen in my hand, not daring to move it at all, as if someone were pointing a gun at my head. However, after waiting for a long time, I did not receive the expected beating from the bespectacled one; he merely cleared his throat and asked me, "Ge Tian?"

The other party sneered and said, "Very good, I’ll give you credit for being clever. Last time at the restaurant, you ruined my good plan. I didn’t trouble you because I was afraid of exposing myself. I didn’t expect you to find out in the end. I’m not afraid to tell you that those people are indeed related to me. I only asked them to cooperate with me in staging a play, and I had no other intentions. However, I don’t want this matter to be known by others. Do you know what to do?"

This tone is truly reminiscent of God interrogating a sinner, both audacious and enchanting

The four-eyed person promptly removed the headphones, then stood up, smiled, and patted my face, teasingly saying: "Child, remember, you must be obedient"

After listening, Xiao Yue's eyes turned red. She opened her mouth, paused for a moment, and then hoarsely said: "I can testify for your parents with my dad; I believe they will be fine. As for your leg, I can have my dad contact the hospital to try to get it treated as best as possible"

Upon hearing this, my heart suddenly ached; I finally understood why my pretentiousness led to her complete indifference. It turned out that from the very beginning, she had been on guard against me, and perhaps she truly believed that I had ulterior motives towards her.

I couldn't help but smile wryly in my heart, then nodded and solemnly promised her that I would not speak of it

Thus, I forced a smile and softly said to her, "Then I wish you both well, hoping he can bring you happiness, and thank you for sharing so much with me today!" After saying this, I turned to leave, fearing that my pretense could not last much longer.

It seems that Xiaoyue has truly fallen for Luan Yu, while I, to her, am ultimately just a sympathetic passerby

I understand the reasoning very well, yet my heart is still filled with resentment, truly resentful

In order to maintain my current way of life, I can only choose to keep quiet about what has already been exposed, burying this matter deep within me. I dare not report it, and I can only hope that those individuals do not come to trouble me.

Upon mentioning Luan Yu, Xiao Yue was momentarily taken aback. Soon after, a hint of contemplation seemed to appear in her bright eyes. After a while, she softly said: "Hmm, he is indeed quite trustworthy."

Xiao Yue also nodded and finally said, "I will do my best regarding your parents' matters. If you need any further assistance, I will try my best to help you. Goodbye!" She then quickly left.

However, the only consolation is that Luan Yu has not troubled me again. My life, though lonely, can be considered peaceful. As time dilutes my emotions, I have slowly begun to accept the fact that Luan Yu is in a relationship with Xiao Yue, and I have also tried to yearn for my own new life in the future

In his presence, I have nowhere to hide; I dare not lie and can only respond with a guilty, "Hmm!"

After speaking, she took two steps back and looked at me with a flushed face

I feel heartbroken for little Yue, and suddenly I recall Luan Yu's trick. Therefore, I couldn't help but tentatively ask: "You are cautious about trusting others, so what about Luan Yu? Can you trust him?"

At this moment, tears welled up in Xiaoyue's eyes, and she seemed to be in great pain and very aggrieved. After a long pause, she choked out, "I know you still blame me for being indifferent to you. But you don't know that I used to be cheerful, lively, and loved making friends. However, after the college entrance examination, I went out to play with friends and ended up being deceived and trafficked. That's why I have become hesitant to trust others easily and feel very insecure"

From her words, I truly sensed that Xiaoyue was completely unaware of everything. In other words, it was not she who reported the incident, nor was it she who caused me to be homeless. This burden that had weighed on my heart for many days was finally lifted at that moment. I suddenly felt very relaxed and relieved. I couldn't help but gaze at her and sincerely replied: "It's alright, that was all in the past!"

Seeing that I was obedient, he did not say much more, only coldly added at the end: "I don't want a second person to know about this, especially Yueyue. If I find out that you have been talking too much, I will break your other leg, making your life unbearable for the rest of your days". After saying this, he hung up the phone

This is a threat, a blatant threat, but I am indeed afraid of this threat, so I can only reply softly: "I won't tell anyone!"

In the days to come, I lived in greater solitude, my heart always feeling as if it had been hollowed out, leaving only a shell. Sometimes, when I see Luan Yu and Xiao Yue together, I cannot help but hide away and secretly wipe my tears. I can only resent the unfairness of fate, resent this disabled body of mine, which even lacks the right to love.

In that moment, my heart ached once more, and I felt embarrassed enough to want to burrow into a hole in the ground. It turned out that her reason for seeking me this time, aside from clearing up misunderstandings and helping me, was also a bit of fear that I might speak out of turn and disturb her happy relationship with Luan Yu

Since she is doing well, and the distance between us remains so far, there is no need for me to disrupt her life. As for the little tricks that Luan Yu uses to pursue her, I shall refrain from mentioning them. All that is left now is to offer my blessings.

After Si Yan left, my eyes turned red, feeling so wronged and helpless. From the beginning to the end of the class, not a single person spoke up. They were like bystanders; some watched coldly, while others showed mocking expressions. Only a few seemed to sympathize with me.

She hesitated in front of me for quite a while before finally speaking: "Ge Tian, my father has found out that your parents have been arrested, and it turns out... your leg was really broken because of me. I am sorry for you!"

A continuous beeping sound immediately came through the headphones, each beep piercing my heart.

In fact, I also understand that Xiao Yue and Luan Yu are indeed a good match. Although Luan Yu employed some cunning tactics in his pursuit of Xiao Yue, as long as he loves her, everything else is secondary. After all, only his strong character can protect the fragile-hearted Xiao Yue and provide her with a sense of security

It was two days before New Year's Day, and the students were eagerly preparing for the New Year's Eve party. The atmosphere at the school was festive and lively. During such joyful times, I felt even more isolated. The lively performances filled with jumping and singing never included me. I was just one person hiding in the library, immersed in the ocean of knowledge

Although it was just a single sentence, I could tell that he was the deeply calculating Luan Yu. With his intellect, he could easily deduce that I already knew he was in cahoots with those ruffians. Being cautious, he did not come to find me personally; instead, he sent the exposed Siyan to approach me while he remained hidden in the background, exerting his influence over me through the phone, which sufficiently demonstrates his wisdom

Within just a few days, news once again emerged from the school regarding the romantic relationship between Luan Yu and Xiao Yue. This time, it seems that the rumors are not unfounded, as they have reportedly been confirmed by multiple sources and have received blessings from many. Of course, there are also some envious individuals and infatuated girls who have expressed their disappointment. As for me, I feel a deep sense of bitterness and heartache, as if the one thing I hold most dear has been taken away from me, yet I am powerless to reclaim it

As his voice faded, he and his brother had already strode away, exuding extreme arrogance

After Xiao Yue left, I did not rush to leave; I simply lowered my head and stared blankly at the book "Ordinary World" in my hands

Anxiously, I could only pretend not to see them, lowering my head, my hand awkwardly gripping the pen as I scribbled aimlessly in my notebook. A few classmates in front of me wisely avoided me, and the space around me immediately became empty, making me appear even more lonely and helpless. Meanwhile, the bespectacled one casually sat down beside me, friendly enough to place a hand on my shoulder, flashing me a traitorous smile.

Everything was originally progressing in one direction, but it seems that fate had already arranged something, preventing you from escaping certain destinies

Just at that moment, Xiao Yue suddenly leaned closer to me, her body tilting forward, bringing her face to my ear, and shyly said: "Actually, I have a bit of aversion towards you, and there's another reason: that night, that kiss was my first kiss. However, I have decided to forgive you now, and I just hope you won't speak of this matter, keeping it to yourself like I do, alright?"

Just when I thought that Xiao Yue had completely transformed into a star in the sky, with no connection to me whatsoever, she unexpectedly barged back into my life

This Four-Eyed individual exudes an air of authority at school and has garnered a certain level of notoriety. Therefore, when he arrives with his entourage, the previously noisy classroom instantly falls into silence. Without hesitation, he strides confidently towards me in the corner, and in an instant, I become the focal point of many gazes.

In the afternoon, I went to the classroom with a sense of unease. I attended a class without incident, but as soon as the first class ended, I sensed something was amiss. Normally, after class, the student council would come to take attendance, but today, it was not the student council that entered the classroom, but a few basketball players led by the one with glasses.