Ch48.2 - Confessing to His Highness

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The nation’s military power was firmly in the hands of Zuo Qingshan. Although the major general had always claimed to be a neutral faction and would never take any sides, anyone with a discerning eye could see who Zuo Qingshan would help if there really was a fight between the princes for the throne.

Some people also rued that Lu Xingwang had such skill and insight that he successfully managed to establish a good relationship with the Zuo family three years ago while they were in a dire situation. This was what led to the current situation. Although the crown prince had the prime minister’s support and had a distinguished status, it still couldn’t be on par with the support the third prince would get from the military.

Lu Xingwang read the files and crumpled them. “Father’s health has been deteriorating for the past two years, that’s why he couldn’t sit still.”

Zuo Qingshan smiled. “Maybe because Your Highness is still alive, so he’s anxious.”

Lu Xingwang knew that Zuo Qingshan had nothing good to say, so he ignored the latter.

However, Zuo Qingshan himself was quite enthusiastic. He leaned over and found the bear keychain in Lu Xingwang’s hand and said in surprise, “That kid bought you something again?”

Ever since he added Jian Mei as a friend, Zuo Qingshan would occasionally chat with Jian Mei.

“What kind of double standards is this?” Zuo Qingshan said enviously, “The only thing he’s ever given me in the past few years was a toy car that he bought during a buy two get one free sale at the supermarket!”

Lu Xingwang’s lips hooked up into a smile unconsciously. Although he didn’t say anything, he was obviously in a good mood.

Zuo Qingshan clicked his tongue. “A child you raised since childhood is really different ah. If I may say so, when will you go on a business trip to find him?”

Lu Xingwang’s face softened and looked up at him. “Do you have nothing else to do?”

Zuo Qingshan said, “Ah?”

“Then go try to develop a good relationship with the new recruits.” Lu Xingwang threw the training manual at him. “Thanks for reminding me, major general. I will go back to eat first then.”

His Highness didn’t give him the slightest bit of opportunity to react and left. When Zuo Qingshan came back to his senses, the training manual had already fallen into his hands. He pursed his lips and glared at Lu Xingwang’s back. “Hmph, you don’t even dare to meet him. You deserve to be single.”

A City, Grand Hotel

Today was the birthday of their class monitor, Meng Ting. Today, she was going to do something big which she had planned for a long time— confessing to her crush on her birthday.

Her best friend, Xiao Mei said, “Tingting, have you really decided?”

Meng Ting replied, “I’m afraid that if I don’t tell him now, I might never again have another chance to tell him.”

Frankly speaking. There was absolutely nothing wrong with what she said. They were already in their third year of high school, so only one year was left and they were under increasing pressure to study. If she didn’t grab this chance, she wouldn’t be able to have another chance. She had liked Jian Mei for a long time. Taking advantage of her birthday, she also asked the hotel to serve a few bottles of red wine. Just in case she got scared, it could make her bold.

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A chubby guy came over and said, “Yo, class monitor. You look very beautiful today!”

Meng Ting smiled shyly. “Really?”

After saying that, she looked shyly at Jian Mei, who was wearing a casual white shirt looking at her as well. His eyes looked so bright that her own body even reflected clearly in it. At that moment, Meng Ting could almost hear the sound of her heart beating loudly, and then she heard Jian Mei say, “Class monitor, you have to keep warm. The air conditioning is pretty cold. Your knees are exposed. Be careful of cold air which might cause joint pain in the future.”

Everyone fell silent.

Xiao Pang did his best to relieve the awkwardness. “Hahaha. Class monitor, we brought you a gift.”

Meng Ting came back to her senses. She tried her best to comfort herself that Jian Mei was just caring about her and said, “Why are you being so polite? What gift?”

Xiao Pang handed her a pink gaming console. “This is the latest model. Some of the games in it are limited editions but don’t say I’m not good to you. Don’t deduct my points for being late in the future, Class Monitor.”

Meng Ting received it. “Thank you.”

She was looking forward to Jian Mei’s gift for her.

Sure enough, Jian Mei also didn’t come empty-handed. He handed the box he was carrying to Meng Ting. The exquisite box packaging looked very expensive. Meng Ting received it with a smile on her face. “Why are you being so polite? Buying something this expensive…”

On the box, [Healthy Eyesight] was written in a black enlarged font which was exquisitely packaged with health care products. There were also various small medicines that could nourish the body.

Jian Mei introduced the products to her. “Class monitor, aren’t you myopic? This product is very good. You can take it anywhere with you and it is very effective for improving your eyesight. If your myopia is still not improving, I can prescribe you a prescription.”

“……”

Everyone fell silent once again.

After a while.

The class monitor showed a polite yet awkward smile. “Thank you, Meimei.”

Jian Mei replied politely, “It’s nothing.”

Xiao Mei who was at the back couldn’t stand it anymore.Why did God give Jian Mei such a beautiful face and an excellent personality but forgot to give him a high emotional intelligence?

Regardless of what happened, the birthday party continued as usual.

Everyone cheered while the cake was being cut and asked the birthday celebrant to blow the candles and make a wish. Meng Ting stepped forward and made a wish with her hands folded.

Someone then asked, “Class monitor, what did you wish for?”

Meng Ting’s face turned crimson from being asked by them. Finally, she glanced at Jian Mei and said, “I wished that once I’m 18, I’ll leave no regrets in my youth.”

Everyone figured out what she meant and immediately sighed in relief.

Xiao Pang said, “Class monitor, do you have someone you like?”

Menng Ting turned away her face from embarrassment. “Why are you asking me this?”

The others knew at first glance that there must be something, so they shouted. “Anyway, we’re almost done eating, let’s play a game. What about truth or dare? Let’s use this balloon. I’ll throw it up and whoever it ends up falling, it’s their turn.”

Everyone agreed.

Birthday celebrations were lively. A group of teenagers who had been stressed because of school for a long time finally had the chance to relax. The only one who was sober and restrained was Jian Mei since he couldn’t drink alcohol. He also didn’t overeat and just ate two cupcakes on the side. The others were playing in full swing. They mostly asked about relationships.

Basically, someone would take this opportunity to confess or successfully link with someone.

Some things were either blessings or misfortune and misfortune couldn’t be avoided. Not long after, the balloon fell on Jian Mei.

Xiao Pang leaned over and said, “Meimei, what are you going to choose? Truth or dare?”

Jian Mei was usually not interested in this kind of game and just said obediently, “I choose truth.”

All his classmates looked at him in unison. After all, Jian Mei was usually quiet and low-key. Everyone was very curious about him.

Xiao Pang thought about it and asked, “Tell us the truth, do you have a girl that you like?”

The room fell into silence at once.

Under everyone’s gaze, Jian Mei answered frankly, “No.”

It was unknown how many hearts got broken inside this room by such a clear and straightforward answer. Of course, including Meng Ting and Cai Zhenzhen, who were surrounded by everyone not far away. The faces of these two girls were extremely ugly facial expressions, but a lot of girls were brokenhearted and some boys felt nothing.

Their batch soon passed and it was now the turn of the students in the middle. Jian Mei continued to eat cupcakes. Unexpectedly, while he was eating cupcakes, the balloon landed on him again as if it especially wanted to make things difficult for him tonight.

The other students burst into laughter.

Jian Mei was also helpless, but he was calm. He gently put down the spoon and said, “It’s my turn again.”

Xiao Pang said, “Oh, you chose truth earlier, now you can only choose dare.”

Jian Mei nodded. “Good, what’s the dare?”

But this kid was really nice. He was friendly to his classmates and usually helped everyone to check some minor illnesses for free. All his classmates knew that he wasn’t in good health and wouldn’t make things difficult for him.

Xiao Pang thought for a while and said, “Call the friend who last called you, say I love you, and see how the other party reacts.”

The other students also applauded.

Jian Mei thought about it and asked, “Will parents be fine?”

The last call he made was when he told his mom that he wouldn’t come home for dinner.

Xiao Pang shook his head. “No way, your parents will be surprised. Check further, it must be your friendoh.”

Jian Mei took his phone from his pocket and checked. He found that the last call today was from WeChat, and the person was Dazhuang-ge.

The students urged him.

“Meimei, hurry up, hurry up.”

“Isn’t it just a sentence? Go and say it.”

“That’s right, that’s right.”

Jian Mei thought about it and it didn’t seem to be a big deal, so he nodded and said, “Okay.”

He clicked on Lu Xingwang’s avatar to make a voice call. Usually, Dazhuang-gemight still be doing something and wouldn’t be able to answer the calls so Jian Mei wasn’t really sure. But today, the call was surprisingly smooth and was answered not long after the call was made. His classmates held their breath and then a deep voice of a man came from the other end of the call. “Hello.”

Everyone’s eyes widened in an instant!

This voice was just like that of a CEO from an idol drama, okay? Just by listening to this voice, you could write 100,000 words worth of an idol drama!

Jian Mei’s fair hands played with the spoon and said, “Are you working?”

Lu Xingwang replied, “I’m not going to the class reunion anymore.”

“Hmm, I see.” Jian Mei took a breath to buffer himself. Under everyone’s gaze, he said, “I have something to tell you.”

Lu Xingwang wasn’t prepared at this moment and just casually asked, “What is it?”

Translator’s Notes:

Cliffhanger—