An hour later,
Jiao and Qian departed the campus, heading towards Jiaqi HQ, while Xiong Zhiqiang drove back to Villa No. 2.
In the room No: 401
Su Meng, Han Yin, Zhao Xu, Chen Xue, Sun Wen and Lin Jianguo gathered around chatting and laughing.Zhao Xu's face turned ashen as he looked at Su Meng, about to speak. When Chen Xue interjected asking:
"Lord Meng, can you help me with a Mathematics"
"Yes Lord Meng can you please teach us too"
"Okay, I'm good with it, but I'm not sure if you guys can grasp the whole syllabus since there are only three months left until the Entrance Exam."
"Well, at least we can improve to a certain level."
"Then let's start right away."
""Nope, it's almost time for lunch. Let's do it later"
"alright"
Meanwhile, At the girls dormitory Room No: 301
Zhang Jing Yi was diligently engrossed in her study materials at her designated desk. Beside her, Xiao Qian Xuan, a Grade 12, class 8 student, was playing Clash of Clans. Opposite her, Bai Xiao Jing, a Science class 9 student with a baby face, watched a live stream while clutching a baby pink teddy bear.
"Crash"
The door to the room was kicked open, and a girl in boyish attire entered, followed by two more girls wearing matching outfits with black leather jackets. They were none other than Ai Bo's girlfriends. Since Ai Bo was suspended by the school and can't enter until the end of March, she sent her girlfriends to make Zhang Jing Yi submit.
Everyone in the room sat up straight, gazing at the imposing girl and the two behind her with resignation and shock. The girl in front smirked proudly as she stated,
"Leave the room now except for that girl"
while pointing towards Zhang Jian Yi, somewhat rebellious girl Xiao Qian Xuan stood up questioning with a resaluous look
"Why should we leave it's our room"
The pulp girl who engaged in intimidating since elementary school look into Xiao Qian Xuan's eyes stated:
"If you want to live as leisurely as you are doing now get out of here"
As the words left her lips, the two girls behind her took a step forward, their hands clenched. Xiao Qian Xuan, aware of her own abilities, retreated. She realized that if a fight broke out, she would be at a disadvantage, so she reluctantly walked out of the room.
As soon as she walked out of the room, the girl turned to Bai Xiao Jing, who was still in shock, and met her gaze. Coming back to her senses, she walked out of the room, placed her phone on the bed, and then turned on the recorder.
the girl standing on the right closed the door as she stood beside the pulp girl, Zhang Jing yi who was taken aback at first composed herself as she sat back onto her desk the pulp girl walked towards Zhang Jing Yi as she stood beside as she slammed the desk as she stated
"you are quite pretty no wonder he had a crush on you"
Zhang Jing Yi who had an exquisite body as every curve in her body reminiscent of a well crafted doll with an alluring and beautiful eyes. Her skin was as soft as cotton which gives the feeling of reflection of glass.
Zhang Jing Yi lifted the corner of her eyebrows as she stated with a cold voice
"just speak what do you want"
the pulp girl chuckled as she retorted
"How cold, it won't be long before you beg me"
As she tossed a pile of photographs onto her desk, Zhang Jing Yi turned to look at them. Her icy demeanor shattered, her face turning pale with fear as tears streamed down her cheeks. The photos depicted Zhang Jing Yi in a waitress uniform, serving several men of various ages. After a few minutes, she wiped her tears and questioned,
"What do you want me to do"
The pulp girl fell a flicker of joy as she stammered
"Wow you are quite something, well i will be straight forward you know Si Ming from class 8 right"
"yes, isn't he rank first in the science class"
Zhang Jing Yi replied with a nod as she had a favourable impression on Ming
"Bingo, i heard he had a Crush on you and all you have to do was go out with him"
The pulp girl Lips rose as a sinister smile graced her lips, as she locked her eyes on to Zhang Jing Yi trying to observing a change in Zhang Yi's expression, Zhang Jing Yi Expressed her doubt saying
"What's it in for you in this"
The pulp girl sighed in resignation as she tried to supress her emotions and replied
"well, all you have to know was you have to act as you love him and follow our lead. you don't have to know about other things"
Zhang Jing Yi retorted trying to find a loophole in the pulp girls words
"aren't you afraid that i will tell Ming about your schemes"
The pulp girl Face turn gloomy with a hint of uncertainty brushing it aside the pulp girl stated
"well if you do it i should also bring you down with us by uploading these photos in the form"
as she gazed at the photos on the desk upon hearing the pulp girls words Zhang Jing Yi fell into despair as she fell into contemplation, few minutes later Zhang Jing Yi opened her mouth saying
"i accept your offer"
The pulp girl gave a victory smile as she left the room before stating
"DOn't you dare try acting smart"
At the staircase Xiao Qian Xuan and Bai Xiao Jing were sitting with a grave expressing as a sense of trepidation wash over them. seeing the pulp girl walking towards them both of they stood up as their gazes lingering between three girls standing in front of them with a flicker of uncertainty.
The pulp girl sneered at them as she scrutinized and left before stating
"Make sure i didn't see you again"
Xiao Qian xuan and Bai Xiao Jing walked back as their seekout Zhang Jing Yi enquiring if she was okay
"Hay Yi Yi are you alright they didn't do anything to you right"
Zhang Yi regaining her previous demeanor affirmed that she was fine
"Hmm, i am good they just came for a chat"
Xiao Qian and Bai Jing retreated to their usually work before saying
"it's good to know you are alright, but let us know if you need our help"
"okay, i will"
Bai Xian Jing who climbed back to her bed plugged her ear phones as she listened to the conversation between Pulp girl and Zhang Jing Yi as she grasp the situation in hand as she unconsciously gazed at Zhang Jing Yi in a daze.
As Zhang Jing Yi's room mate for over 3 years Bai Jing know about poverish Zhang Jing Yi family conditions were and she even know that Zhang Jing was working several part time jobs to decrease her parents burdon.
Feeling Bai Jing's intense gaze Zhang Jing turned around as she look at Somewhat dazed Bai Jing. raising her brows she enquired Bai Jing
*what's wrong with you*
Bai Jing shook her head as she forced a smile saying *Nothing*
On the other hand
In the cafeteria the room was filled with lively atmosphere as students lined up taking their turns in grabbing lunch as they devour their fill while chatting and laughing. at the same time the door to the cafeteria pushed open were Su Meng entered the cafeteria followed by Han Yin, Zhao Xu, Chen Xue, Sun Wen, Lin Jianguo and Xu Bin. Everyone's attention was drawn to SuMeng and his companions.
Su Meng walked towards the counter No: 3 as they stood in the line. the student in the front and either sides gazed at Meng with admiration. Ming along with Chen Yi and wang Li who were eating on the side raised as he gazed at the commotion, curious Wang Li Enquired with the passer by questioning
"what's going on"
"Oh, Lord Meng was here"
as he unconsciously look at Ming sitting before departed swiftly. Su Ming and his companions observed the surroundings Spotting Ming in the corner. Su Meng Smiled as he walked towards Ming's table followed by Han Yin and others. placing the plate on the table Su Meng sat beside Ming as he greeted
"Hi their, you guys don't mind if i sit here right"
"No, not at all"
as soon as the words fell Han Yin, Chen Xue, Zhao Xu, Xu Bin, Lin jianguo, Sun Wen followed suit as they introduced themself before settling down. As the time passes all of they got acquainted with each other as they chattered away as the table was filled with full of joy and laughter.
Meanwhile, Xiao Qing Xuan and Bai jing Xiao along with Zhang Yi entered the canteen as they lined up some of the boys were attracted to her beauty were some girls look at her with jealousy and resentment. Zhang Yi who was a center of attention since elementary school got used to lingering glances around.
Un fazed Zhang Jing Yi seeing that it was her turn to fill the plate she glanced at the lowest priced items on the menu and instructed the lady at the serving area. The serving lady promptly served the dishes on ton Zhang Yi's plate.
Zhang Yi and her two roommates surveyed the room and walked towards the empty table in the middle. placing the plates on the table they took their places before taking a bite of the food.
Bai Xian Jing who was a lively girl with nature was talking away where Zhang Jing Yi and Xiao Qian Xuan were listening to her chatter nodding in between. Bai Xian Jing suddenly got the glimpse of Su Ming and Meng and others who were having a hearty conversation.
Xiao Qian Xuan lifted her head with a perplexed expression pondering why Bai Xian Jing stooped talking she tried to call out only to find that she was dazed off. following Bai Xian Jing's gaze she spotted Meng and Ming who stood out among others.
Xiao Qian Xuan shook Bai Xian's hand as she called out
"Xian snap out of it"
Bai Xian Jing coming out of her lingering thoughts gave a awkward smile saying
"sorry i doze off, i can't help it"
"Well it's nothing surprising since Both Ming and Meng were so captivating"
"Yes, only if had such a handsome boyfriend"
"Stop dreaming do you thing a guy as handsome as Ming and Meng would look at. You didn't think that you are as beautiful as Yi Yi, if it;s Yi Yi their is still a chance"
"Well even if it's Yi Yi i don't think she can win Meng over"
"You are right too, a Man who was handsome and excels in academics along with extra cultural activities like sports, singing, Dance and instruments"
Zhang Jing Yi who was sitting quietly Rose her head enquiring
"What are you guys talking about"
"Well our Science class topper"
"You Mean Su Ming"
"Yes, About Su Ming and his Brother"
"He had a Brother"
"Of course, Let me remind you whatever it is don't ever provoke him"
"Why? is he that6 dangerous"
"Dangerous? do you know when i was in the 10th Grade some bully slapped Ming when he refused to buy Water and snacks. upon hearing the news Meng took down the whole Gang in a single day"
"Yes, from then on no one dare to act against Ming or Meng and since then Meng become this schools heart drop some amires him where some Feas him"
Zhang Yi lowered her head with a grave expression as she continued eating, few minutes later Su Meng and others left the cafeteria as they took a leisurely stroll along the campus. Even though campus was not that long it takes approximately An hour to walk around the campus.
Su Meng goodBye to Ming and His room mates as they made their way towards the th floor. Once on the fourth floor Su Meng instructed Han Yin and others to gather at the Study room in 10 minutes.
Mean While Zhang Yi placed her chopsticks Down as she stood up and departed saying
"I will be on my way to the library"
Xiao Qian Xuan Turned towards Bai Jing asking
"What's wrong with you today why are you so obsessed on elevating Ming and Meng infront of Zhang Yi"
"Do you remember those three girls today"
"Yes"
"Before leaving the room i placed the Recording under i found out that...."
Bai Jing elevated the whole story to Xiao Qing recount everything she found out, Xiao Qian who was listening to Bai Jing's story opened her mouth with utter astonishment with a mixture of Shock and disbelief
"Should we help Zhang Yi out of this situation"
"I am sure that Ming will do it, we should worry about ourselves. What will happened to us if Meng find out that we kept it from him, Just imagine"
Bai Jing who have weighed pros and cons replied with a stirn voice
"What should we do? Why don't we confess to Meng when the time comes"
Xiao Qian lemented with a intention of surrendering themself
"Hmm, Let's observe for now. if Matters got out of hands we should confess at the first hand"
Bai Jing replied with a furrowed brow with Bewilderment sa she subjected trying her best to stay cool. Xiao Qian Mind was in a turmoil with a numerous thoughts as she replied after a prolonged pause
"You're right"
In the Study room on the Fourth floor,
Every floor was equipped with a Individual study room making it easy for the students who want to stay up all night preparing for exams. The room was also equipped with a printer and midnight snacks along with water dispenser.
Su Meng and others took their seats were Su Ming occupied the seat in the middle while others sat beside making it easy for everyone to listen intently. Su Meng took out few Practice papers from the printer and sat down before distributing them among others.
Su Meng glanced at other as he stated
"Complete those papers before 2 o'clock, your time starts now"
Perplexed everyone exchanged glances with Han Yin, taking a deep breath Hna yIn picked up the pencil placed on the desk and started writing seeing this Others followed suit.
Once the clock reached 2 su meng rated their test results before shocking his head with hopelessness. Taking a deep breath Su Meng started to teach then with the First year basics, As the time commence Su Meng completed half of the first year syllabus. As the clock reaches 7 in the evening, Su Meng closed the section before distributing another batch of test papers. This time The batches Performance improved significantly.
Su Meng gave a thumps' up with satisfaction before saying
"That's it for now let's continue after a short break"
as he stood up before clashing his hands. Xu Bin who was tired due to plethora of knowledge was in a state of shock as he tried to contemplate Su Meng's word exclaiming
"what are we really going to study after dinner"
Su Meng who expected Xu Bin's thoughts shook his head replying
"No, you guys are going to practice for a brief period before going to bed. From tomorrow we are going to study till three"
"But boss won't that drain our energy"
Shi Jun interjected with a sense of trepidation as he complained
"don't worry i had my own method"
Su Meng replying giving a reassuring smile.
After having a hearty meal SU Meng and others spend the next two hours revising the overall Half year syllabus as they fell into slumber after taking their last test of the day.
Next Day,
SU Meng Woke everyone as he guide them towards the school ground Han Yin Yin, Zhao Xu, Chen Xue, Sun Wen, Lin Jianguo, Xu Bin, He Shan, Shi Jun, Wang Yi stood in front of Su meng with a sleepy eyes. Su Meng gave a smug smile as he instructed Su Ming who was standing beside Su Ming
"Guide them two laps around the ground along with some relaxation exercise"
Su Ming nodded as he addressed Han Yin and others guiding them through out the track Han YIn and others followed Su Ming Reluctantly as they dragged their dories along.
After two hours of intense training Han Yin and others collapsed onto the bed utterly exhausted, Entering Su Meng entered the room as he push Zhao Xu into the rest room. Once everyone freshen up Su Meng and others along with Ming made their way towards to Class before having a breakfast.
As the classes immersed Su Meng took the leisure time teaching the group with various methods and how to apply formula meticulously, as the time passed the Noon approached Meng and Others made their way towards the Dining area were they meet Ming who was standing at the exit.
In Grade 12, class 8 Sun Wen Quan was giving a meticulous pointeries on various Bio technology, Echology, Human Welfare.
"Ring ..."
the bell to the end of the class, Sun Wen gazed at the time on watch adorning his wrist. Sun Wen addressed the class saying
"Let's continue in the next class. Ming collect the Homework and place them on my table"
Picking up the books, Sun Wei left the room. Ming left the class after collecting the books from the fellow classmates. In the Sun Wen's Office Liu Jing was sitting in her designated spot Opposite her stood a young girl who was seeking guidance from Liu Jing.
It was now other than Zhang Yi from class 9. At the same time the door to the Office was pushed open were SU Ming entered with a pile of books. Placing them on the table He turned around and was intended to leave when he the saw a glimpse of Zhang Yi, composing himself as he stepped out of the room.
Zhang Yi who sensed Ming's lingering gazed raised at head as she glared at Ming's back before immersing back into Liu Jing's teachings. Outside Su Ming leaned on to the wall as he fell into contemplation trying to soothe his emotions. Standing up he made his way towards Class 8, as he was departing a sweet and delicate voice came from the behind,
"Hi"
Su ming composed his Look at Zhang Yi with curiosity Asking
"Hello, can i help you"
"I...i am Zhang Jing Yi"
Zhang Jing Yi Replied with a nervous and trembling voice. SU Ming Interrupted Zhang Yi replying as he tried to maintain his Calm Demeanor
"I know that, May i inquire what make you reach out to me"
"W...well would you like to go out with me"
Zhang Jing Yi replied as she made up her mind to play along for now. SU Ming replied
"oh,ah what....."
Recounting her words Su Ming fell into contemplation as he lost his composure contemplating if he heard it right unconsciously asking
"will you go out with me"
Zhang Jing Yi's replied as her lips twitched slightly repeating her previous word Gazing into Ming's eyes
"wait you mean like a date"
Su Ming questioned wanting to clarify thing over
"Hmm"
Zhang Jing Yi nodded conforming her intentions to go on a date with Su Ming
"Why?"
Su Ming stated as he was taken aback after a period of contemplation
"w...Well, i.."
Zhang Jing Yi who was confident a moments ago started trembling again as her words faltered
"You what"
Su Ming asked finding something was amiss as he clearly saw Zhang Jing Yi was cancelling something from him. Zhang Jing Yi seeing Su Ming's growing anxiousness replied as she composed herself
"i...I liked you....for a long time"
SU Ming Pointing out a loophole in her sentence Enquired with a stern Voice
"If so why didn't you reached out to me until now"
"I want to focus on studies while concealing my feelings, But i was afraid that i won't be able to get the chance in the future"
Zhang Yi replied as she came up with a bazaar excuse. Su MIng Contemplated that it was a indeed might be the case before replying
"i see"
Su Ming spoke as he produced a QR code in front of Zhang Jing Yi signaling her to scan. Understanding Su Mings Intention Zhang Jing Yi promptly scanned the QR code adding Su Ming as a friend in the QQ. Su Ming Smiled as he tugged away his Mobile phone away before departing as he said good bye to Zhang Jing Yi
"If there is nothing else i will take my leave"
Zhang Jing Yi Looked at Su Ming's fading back with a mixture of Guilty and amusement. on the other hand Bai Xiao Jing and Xiao Qian Xuan who intended to observe Zhang Jing Yi's moves followed her everywhere she go.
A cold Sweat formed onto their Brow with a trepidation as they exchanged glances.