Chapter 212: Chapter 212: Foreshadowing Everywhere

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Hearing Xiao Qian’s words, Shi Yu nodded.

“That’s what I thought…but…”

-From now on, consult with me if you have a problem. Though you made a small mistake this time, your spirit is still commendable.”

-I was afraid you’d become like Da Yi and sleepwalk. You were chanting Ming Lang’s name every day during those two days, so I thought you must be missing him. I asked my brother to get some news about him and thought you might not accept it directly. I wanted to distract you, so I came up with this idea – but it seems like I’ve messed up.”

Chanting Yu Minglang’s name? Xiao Qian was both stunned and enlightened.

Her stress was probably because she was afraid she couldn’t find a way to save Yu Mingyi. If Xiao Qiang got sick in the future, she wouldn’t have any solutions.

The two brothers were quite alike in that regard. When had she become so attached to Yu Minglang?

If it were anyone else, Shi Yu wouldn’t have felt so much pressure, but this was Boss Qian, and she really liked Xiao Qian. She was afraid of ruining things and losing her trust.

Seeing her usually cheerful roommate so distressed, Xiao Qian patted her on

the back and comforted her.

“Shi Yu, I don’t know what you’ve gone through in the past that made you so afraid of losing friendships, but I guess you must have experienced something. That’s why you’re so eager for friends. I’m a clear-cut person when it comes to rewards and punishments. I know what happened this time. You’re a good person, but you’re just too gullible. People’s hearts can be darker than you think. To some people, your innocence is like a helpless lamb waiting to be slaughtered.”

“I just found out that you can’t really know someone from their appearance.

When I asked you to go there, I just wanted you to take your mind off things, but I didn’t expect the club president to do that.”

Compared to Xiao Qian and Dong Yi, Shi Yu was indeed a child, only in her teens and hadn’t experienced much. Her excessive longing for friendship led her to do things with good intentions but bad outcomes. Xiao Qian didn’t hate her. She’d rather Shi Yu stay as naive and adorable as she is now, rather than being insightful but desperate like in her past life. Some innocence, once lost, can never be regained.

“College is like a mini society. We’re no longer children once we’re here.

Everyone’s experiences and personalities are different. You’ve never suffered or encountered real bad guys since you were little. You need to know that some people are not as good as you think. Until something happens, you can’t tell who’s who. Shi Yu, be more careful. Don’t let yourself be fooled again.

“I’ll remember that, Boss Qian.”

-You don’t believe me when I said you’re like the country bumpkin daughter of a wealthy family.” Xiao Qian teased her, and Shi Yu couldn’t help but laugh.

“You should wear this ankle chain. I specially asked for it.

It’s winter, aren’t you afraid of getting cold wearing this? I really can’t understand you.” As per Shi Yu’s insistence, Xiao Qian reluctantly wore the red string tied crystal aster flower ankle chain. It had several little crystal aster flowers on it, giving a maidenly vibe, entirely in Shi Yu’s style.

“The three of us will each have one. I’ve also tucked one in Dong Yi’s pillow. We, the 4444 sisters, will be best friends for a lifetime.

“You’re such a second-year, and you’re dragging others down with you. Can’t you pick a better pattern?” Xiao Qian complained as she looked at the ankle chain.

However, she didn’t know that this small item would save her life in a crucial moment. But that’s another story.

After the final exams, Xiao Qian packed her bags and, with all A’s on her report card, said goodbye to her roommates. She boarded the car of Yu Minglang s childhood friend and returned to her home in Qiang City.

Instead of its usual bustling, the dry cleaning shop had a “Closed” sign on it. When Xiao Qian arrived home, Jia Xiufang was not there, while Playboy Chen Zilong sat downstairs on the sofa, eating an apple while reading a comic. Seeing Xiao Qianentering followed by an unfamiliar man carrying her suitcase, he sprang up.

“Sis! When did you come back?”

Xiao Qian deliberately ignored her brother’s excited tone, snorted, “What now,

I need your permission to come back?”

■I was on my way to pick you up! Look at you, sis, you must have enjoyed the food at university. You’ve gained some weight!

Chen Zilong got kicked by an angry Xiao Qian.

She had indeed gained a little weight, but she was just over ninety pounds. Mother Yu had sent her delicious food every week, and Xiao Qian would sometimes eat steamed buns dipped in meat sauce when she was hungry at night. Unknowingly, she had put on some weight, and not only did she gain weight, but her roommates had also collectively gained weight, striving for a better life.

-Xiao Qian, I’ll leave your suitcase here.” Hai Zhao put down her luggage, and Xiao Qian called out to him.

“Stay for dinner before you leave.”

“No need, it’s all on Yu Minglang’s tab. I’ll treat him later.”

Xiao Qian felt a little guilty for having someone drive her all this way without even offering a drink.

“At least rest a while before you leave. I’ll make some tea.

“Really, no need. I’m in a hurry. Xiao Xi is back, and I need to go watch her performance. Xiao Qian, why don’t you go and watch her too? I can get you a ticket.”

Xiao Xi, was Yu Minglang’s twin sister, Yu Mingxi.

“I’m not a fan of traditional songs, but please give my regards to Sister Xiao Xi.” Xiao Qian hadn’t formally met Yu Mingxi yet – there would be opportunities in the future.

“Sure, I’ll pass on the message. By the way, Xiao Qian, what do you think of my outfit today?” Hai Zhao adjusted his brand-new jacket.

“It’s nice, very good.”

Xiao Qian saw Hai Zhao off and stood in the courtyard, thinking about what felt strange.

Since when had Hai Zhao become so lacking in confidence? This playboy had always been flamboyant and cocky before. Why did he ask her today if his clothes were suitable?

Chen Zilong was circling around her suitcase.

“Sis, did you bring me a gift?”

Xiao Qian kicked him in the butt, “What gift? Stay away from my stuff! Have you finished your winter break homework? How did you do on your exam?” As the topic turned to grades, Chen Zilong’s eyes flashed, and he hesitated.

“They haven’t been posted yet…”

“Even if they do, you still wouldn’t pass.” Xiao Qian knew her brother was not cut out for studying.

-What’s the point of going to school? Those college students still can’t find jobs when they graduate!”

He got hit again.

“Chen Zilong, don’t get carried away by the nonsense you see on the news. College students may not be worth much nowadays, but at least they’re m college. You’re not even qualified to criticize them, since you’re a slacker student. College students maybe bad, but they’re at least better than you!

Xiao Qian looked Chen Zilong up and down, suspecting that he hadn’t even washed his face that morning. He was so untidy and became so decadent during the vacation.

-If you think going to school is really useless, 1 can find you another job during the winter break.”

-No, sis, I won’t play games again, I really won’t!” Chen Zilong now had a headache just thinking about games. The conditioned reflex thought of those desperate times in the training base where everyone had been threatened into working day and night without a break..