Chapter 204 - 146: What a Coincidence, I Like You Too

Chapter 204: Chapter 146: What a Coincidence, I Like You Too

’So it’s true that pretty girls all hang out with other pretty girls!’

’She doesn’t seem as easygoing or as warm and natural as Yan Xici, though.’

’She even has a bit of a sharp, clever air about her.’

’But he’s still very pleased.’

’He’s so grateful to Xiao Yan!!!’

’If this works out, he’ll definitely have his future son acknowledge them as his godfather and godmother!’

"I’m so sorry, there was some traffic, so I’m late. I’m really, really sorry!" Si Yingying said, looking apologetic.

After speaking, she walked to Yan Xici’s side and linked arms with her.

Yan Xici quickly looked at Zhang Chuan. "This is my bestie, Si Yingying. She’s my best friend."

Then she turned to Si Yingying, her eyes smiling.

"And this is the Zhang Chuan I was telling you about. He’s Brother Xiao Ran’s good friend!"

She truly thought it would be wonderful if the two of them got together.

Hearing this, Si Yingying turned to Zhang Chuan, graciously extended her hand, and smiled politely. "Hello, I’m Si Yingying. It’s a pleasure to meet you."

After speaking, she didn’t forget to glance at Xiao Ran and greeted him enthusiastically, "Teacher Xiao, long time no see."

Xiao Ran smiled politely. "That’s because you don’t come to the library often enough!"

’The kids who love to study see me every day!’

At his words, Si Yingying looked indignant.

She lifted her chin, feigning aggrievement.

"Now you’re just maligning me. The library was practically bursting this afternoon, wasn’t it? I stayed away just to ease some of the pressure on you."

By now, the news about Yan Xici and Xiao Ran had spread throughout the entire campus.

To say nothing of others, even her own roommates already knew.

They even kept hounding her, asking if Yan Xici was really Xiao Ran’s girlfriend.

After all, with the recent livestream video the two of them made, and the great results it got, it was impossible for people not to notice.

’How should I put this... she felt it was just the two sides of the same coin.’

’If you want the good, you have to accept the bad. It all comes down to the choices you make.’

Hearing Si Yingying say this, Yan Xici’s relaxed expression instantly tensed up. She lowered her voice and asked, "What do you mean?"

’Does this mean... the students all know about it already?’

’Did they... did they go bother Brother Xiao Ran?’

’I had no idea.’

’Why didn’t Brother Xiao Ran tell me anything about this?’

Seeing her expression, Si Yingying instantly realized what she’d done.

’Yan Xici doesn’t live on campus. Of course she wouldn’t know about this!’

’Today, tons of people went to the library together, just to gossip!’

Realizing she had misspoken, Si Yingying looked embarrassed. "Uh, um, I’m sorry. I didn’t realize you didn’t know."

’If I’d known, I wouldn’t have said anything. It’s all my big mouth’s fault!’

Yan Xici blinked, her eyes filled with distress as she looked at Xiao Ran. "Brother... did they give you a hard time?"

It was no exaggeration to say that her heart had started to ache.

For Yan Xici, this was what she cared about most!

The thought of the library packed with people, all staring at Xiao Ran like he was a monkey in a cage, made her feel an indescribable anguish.

It felt even worse than being scolded herself!

’This is all my fault!’

’It’s all my fault. I never should have dragged Brother Xiao Ran into making that video in the first place!’

’I’m the one who’s caused him all this trouble!’

The more she thought about it, the guiltier she felt. The girl bit her lip, her fair little face etched with unspeakable self-reproach.

Her pitiful expression made Xiao Ran’s heart ache with sympathy.

In truth, he felt the same way; he couldn’t bear to see her suffer more than he worried about himself.

It even pained him a little.

Xiao Ran reached out and gently ruffled her hair.

He said in a comforting tone, "It’s okay. It’s not as serious as you think. After all, I’m a teacher. Who would dare ask a question like that to a teacher’s face?"

"Besides, not only was I not harassed at all this afternoon, but I actually got some incredible news."

Hearing this, Yan Xici froze.

She clasped her hands together, her pretty eyes filled with confusion.

"What good news?"

’Things are already so terrible, how could there be any good news?’

’For her, the best news would be that Brother Xiao Ran wasn’t hurt!’

Xiao Ran looked at her with a beaming smile, his tone as gentle as if he were talking to a child.

"Let me tell you, this afternoon, someone from Jiaxing came to see me. They said they want to buy the rights to my new book. Their offer is three and a half million. Wouldn’t you call that good news?"

As he spoke, the corners of his eyes crinkled with a hint of joy. No matter how you looked at it, he didn’t seem to be lying!

The moment he said this, not only was Yan Xici stunned, but Si Yingying and Zhang Chuan, standing beside them, were also completely shocked!

"Teacher Xiao, that’s incredible! You really are my Xici’s idol. So awesome!"

Si Yingying even gave him a thumbs-up after she finished speaking.

’If the first book was luck, then this second one is definitely skill.’

Si Yingying was truly impressed!

Zhang Chuan couldn’t help but nod repeatedly. "He just sold one book, and now another one. Over six million in income in a month’s time. That’s terrifying!"

’It’s a good thing he only has two hands; otherwise, he might just become the richest man!’

"R-really?" Yan Xici lifted her head, her eyes, fixed on Xiao Ran’s, shimmering with an indescribable excitement.

You see, this book actually held a special meaning for her!