Dedicated to studying, yet forced into a chaotic situation.

Chapter 84 Who says friends can't become lovers?

The bell rang to signal the end of the last exam. Shi Sui handed in her paper and was in a good mood.

System: [Host, you seem to be in a good mood. It looks like you did very well on the exam.]

Shi Sui: [Whether I perform well or not is still unknown, but I can teach you a secret to keeping a good mood.]

System: [What?]

Shi Sui: [Don't check the answers after the exam.]

system:[……]

The proctor on the podium was still counting the answer sheets and exam papers when suddenly a commotion came from the window, and the students by the window craned their necks to look outside.

"He's a genius! Didn't the bell just ring for the end of the exam? Why did he leave the classroom already?"

"Idiot, he definitely handed in his paper early."

"And his exam room wasn't in our building; he handed in his paper at least half an hour early."

"Holy crap, he stopped in our hallway. Is he waiting for someone?"

"Then who else can we wait for? Shi Sui from our exam room, of course."

"Huh? Isn't Shi Sui pursuing Chi Yan?"

"Your information is way behind the times. How could the Great Demon King possibly be interested in Shi Sui? If Shi Sui can't get Chi Yan, she'll have already moved on to someone else."

“A smart woman won’t put all her eggs in one basket. I support Shi Sui casting a wide net.”

"And you want to be a fish in her net too, right? You're really scheming."

"Wait a minute, didn't you just say that Chi Yan and Shi Sui broke up?"

"Yes, what's wrong?"

"Look over there, the Great Demon King is coming over too... You can't exactly say he's just standing in our corridor to admire the scenery, can you?"

……

Shi Sui assumed that the group of people were comparing answers and automatically mute the sound.

But—if you're going to check the answers, why are you secretly watching her?

Thanks for the invitation, but she doesn't want to know the answer.

The invigilator sealed the answer sheets and exam papers, announced the end of the exam, and the students rushed to get their phones.

Shi Sui stuffed her phone and pencil case into her school uniform pocket. As soon as she left the exam room, the people around her automatically dispersed. She immediately spotted two boys in the corridor who looked like they were about to fight.

The Wei and Jing rivers are clearly separated; you stand on one side and I stand on the other; you wear black and I wear white.

?

What's going on with these two? Are they cosplaying as the Black and White Impermanence?

Why do I feel a murderous aura about me?

Her innate sense of danger told her that staying here was not safe.

Shi Sui didn't hesitate and decided not to get involved with the two of them. She silently lowered her eyes and quickly slipped away through the back door.

"Shi Sui".

"Shi Sui".

The two spoke almost simultaneously, and the surrounding commotion instantly subsided.

Both eyes turned to Shi Hui.

With a whoosh, the people standing around her quickly made way, and she instantly became the center of attention.

Just then, the phone rang; it was the built-in ringtone of a smartphone.

Her phone vibrated, and Shi Sui took it out of her pocket under everyone's gaze and glanced at the caller ID.

Pei Shuo Xun.

Now doesn't seem like the time to answer the phone; there's no time to explain.

Hang up, and set your phone to Do Not Disturb.

Shi Sui looked up at them. Oh my god, could this murderous aura be directed at her?

Xu Chaomu is too sickly to possibly make a move.

But Chi Yan might be a different story. Lately, I've been busy studying and haven't been talking to him much. Could I have unintentionally angered him?

Shi Sui became more wary and cautiously asked, "Are you here to see me?"

"Didn't we agree that I would come to find you after the exam?" Xu Chaomu smiled and walked towards her. "Let's go back together."

Chi Yan rolled her eyes at him and cursed him as a vixen in her heart.

With a long stride, he quickly blocked Xu Chaomu and squeezed in front of Shi Sui first.

Shi Sui took a sharp step back, almost bumping her forehead into his chin.

The boy was tall with broad shoulders and long legs, a full head taller than her, and his presence in front of her was incredibly imposing.

Shi Sui's heart stopped beating, and she felt the murderous aura intensify.

Damn, is Chi Yan here to kill her?

She looked up at him and found that the boy's jaw was clenched, his thin lips were pressed into a line, and his dark pupils were looking at her with a complicated expression that was hard to decipher.

But the murderous intent is undeniable.

Shi Sui whispered, "I buy you small cakes every day. Please don't be angry (don't kill me) for the sake of the small cakes."

She doesn't want to fight at school; she should be appeased if possible.

After spending some time with her, Shi Sui realized that her deskmate was only intimidating on the outside; despite being called a big devil, he was actually a grumpy little lamb.

Although he might get a little emotional for no reason, a few kind words from him will make him forget all his emotions.

Sure enough, without any surprise, Shi Sui noticed that the boy's taut jawline relaxed and his gaze softened.

"Shi Sui, I have something to ask you. There are too many people here. Let's go to my lounge." Chi Yan took her hand.

Netizens: They're holding hands!

Shi Sui felt something was strange lately. In the past, Chi Yan would pull her wrist, but now he would pull her hand instead.

Never mind, it doesn't matter, as long as we don't fight at school—wait, what if we fight in the lounge?

The lounge is Chi Yan's private space, so even if he fights, he probably won't be discovered or get a disciplinary action from the school.

Shi Sui: "Okay, let's talk in the lounge then."

However, at that moment, a faint, cool woody scent wafted in the wind, and Shi Sui's left hand was firmly held. The boy's body temperature was slightly low, but it did not make people feel repulsed.

"Shi Sui, you promised to come with me." After Xu Chaomu finished speaking, she looked at Chi Yan with a cold gaze, showing no sign of backing down.

The onlookers gasped for breath, screamed silently, bit their lower lips, and exchanged frantic glances with those next to them: "They're holding hands too?!"

Shi Sui remembered that before the exam, Xu Chaomu told her not to wander around and to find her after the exam.

"Alright, since you all have something to say to me, let's go to the lounge together."

Shi Sui held their hands, her voice light and cheerful, silently giving herself a thumbs up for her decision.

The two people whose eyes met in mid-air: ? ? ?

Netizens: Exciting!!!

Xu Chaomu maintained her aloof expression, but when she looked at Shi Sui, she smiled and said, "Sure."

Chi Yan's face immediately darkened: "I don't agree."

"Oh, okay," Shi Sui said. "Then let's all say it here. You're not here to compare answers, are you? If you are, then I'm going to run away."

"No." Xu Chaomu seemed amused, her voice tinged with laughter.

The boy gazed at her, a touch of pink appearing on her pale skin, his eyes sparkling, his voice alluring: "There are some things I only want to say to you."

Netizens: Wow! Is there anything they can't hear?

Shi Sui understood immediately.

These must be study tips and secrets from top students.

Shi Sui nodded and said, "Yes, it should be told to her alone."

The next second, she was pulled by a force and turned her head to look to the other side.

She couldn't help but feel fortunate. If she hadn't been so steady, she would definitely have fallen on top of Chi Yan due to his brute force.

Then he pushed me away again (imagine).

Just like a yo-yo, gather the ball and throw it (imagine).

Chi Yan pulled her with a bit of force, wanting to pull her into his arms to assert his ownership.

The girl remained completely still.

His expression was displeased, his slightly furrowed brows revealing a hint of irritability. He looked down at her and said, "Shi Sui, come with me and stay away from him. He has no nice words for you."

Shi Sui thought for a moment and said, "Chi Yan, why don't you talk here? What do you want to see me about?"

"Are you sure?" Chi Yan raised an eyebrow slightly.

Shi Sui: "You can't just be saying things to me alone, can you?"

Netizens: That's right, let's put it in our ears and hear it!

Chi Yan hesitated.

Should they announce their relationship in front of so many people? He could, but he was afraid that Shi Sui would be too shy.

What if I don't dare to say I like him in front of so many people?

A vague unease crept into my heart.

Just then, a commotion arose in the crowd, and people quickly moved aside to make way for someone to walk over.

"Sui Sui, ignore them. Come with me, I have something to tell you."

Netizens: Oh wow, four people are just missing a mahjong table!

*

After the exam, Shi Sui just wanted to clear her mind and go back to her dorm for a good night's sleep.

However, she was blocked as soon as she stepped out of the examination room and was surrounded by onlookers.

She wants to be a bystander, not the one experiencing the drama.

Xu Chaomu, who is on the left, has some learning tips and secrets to pass on. They need to find a secret place where the two of them can practice their skills alone.

Chi Yan on the right, what can't be said? That hesitant expression, and why are his ears red again?

It's inexplicable, I really don't understand him, and it's getting harder and harder to understand him.

Just as Shi Sui was thinking about how to escape, her savior arrived.

Song Xinying's long hair is slightly wavy and tied up in a pretty princess style. She wears a tie-up lantern-sleeved shirt with a multi-layered skirt, looking exquisite and fashionable.

She strode confidently toward them, her oversized, curved skirt resembling a blooming white camellia.

Song Xinying's voice was clear and bright: "Sui Sui, don't pay attention to them, come with me, let's go see the kittens."

"Okay!"

Shi Sui readily agreed, then quickly pulled her hands away from the two boys and took Song Xinying's hands in hers.

She looked up at them one last time and said, "We can talk about it next time. I'm going to see the kitten now. Bye-bye!"

Chi Yan watched as Shi Sui took Song Xinying's hand, and he was filled with resentment but there was nothing he could do.

Am I not as important as a kitten?

Xu Chaomu glanced at him indifferently, a slight mocking smile playing on her lips.

Seeing that the Demon King's face was ashen, the onlookers, not wanting to provoke him, dispersed and began reporting the 'battle situation' on the forum.

Chi Yan vs. Xu Chaomu, Song Xinying wins.

Shi Sui pulled Song Xinying through the crowd and quickly left.

The exam room was on the second floor, so there was no need to take the elevator. Going down the stairs was very easy. However, Shi Sui was chatting with Song Xinying when someone gently patted her on the shoulder.

Shi Sui turned around blankly, and the first thing she saw was two long, straight legs.

Before I could even see their face clearly, that person's gentle voice rang out—

"where to?"

Pei Shuoxun lowered his head and looked down. His peach blossom eyes naturally carried a gentle smile, and his long eyelashes concealed the light in his eyes.

Shi Sui looked up and met his gaze, replying quickly, "Let's go see the kittens, I'm off."

These days she focuses on her studies, either in the classroom or looking for Xu Chaomu. She doesn't even pass by Class 2 when she goes to the toilet, so she rarely runs into Pei Shuoxun.

There's no such thing as a chance encounter, but you can take the initiative to arrange a meeting.

Pei Shuoxun would invite her to the student council president's office, and Shi Sui quite liked it there. She felt very comfortable sitting in the leather swivel chair doing her homework, and Pei Shuoxun would also massage her shoulders.

Seeing the girl's figure disappear at the top of the stairs, Pei Shuoxun chuckled helplessly. He leaned against the handrail, took out his phone, and opened the forum.

I had just opened the post when a voice rang out.

"Pei Shuoxun, what are you doing here?" Chi Yan asked, his hands in his pockets, somewhat surprised. He remembered that Pei Shuoxun's exam room was not in this building.