Chapter 75

Chapter 69: Three Girls at Seventeen

Xu Yao was discussing the Four Heavenly Kings with a group of young girls. 1995 was the golden age when Liu, Zhang, Li, and Guo first entered the top ten of the artist income rankings, almost representing the entire Hong Kong entertainment industry and leading the trend. Not only were the four competing openly and secretly in various fields and award ceremonies, but their fans were also bickering and causing a commotion. In 1994, Zhou Xingchi had joked about this phenomenon in "Destruction King," where he played a fan of Zhang Xueyou. In the film, a fan of Leon Lai shouted "I love Leon!" at a Zhang Xueyou concert and was then beaten up by Zhang's fans. This was the best portrayal of that period.

Surprisingly, Xu Yao and her group were fans of Zhang Xueyou, which was rare for girls of their age, as most were fans of Aaron Kwok. Therefore, they were relatively weak in the class and were discussing how to defeat Aaron Kwok's fans.

"Xu Yao."

All the girls turned around in unison, startling Wen Liang. A few of them giggled and nudged Xu Yao, pushing her a few steps forward. It seemed the influence of that basketball game had not faded, and many still remembered the scene when Xu Yao and Ning Xiaoning appeared. Thinking of Ning Xiaoning, Wen Liang realized he hadn't seen her for about ten days and wondered what she was up to.

Xu Yao pouted and shook her fist at them, and the group of girls laughed and chatted as they left. Wen Liang walked up to her and smiled, "I'm really jealous seeing you have so many friends in Class 1."

Xu Yao snorted, "Yeah, much better than someone who just copies homework and ends up being surrounded by the whole class."

Good news doesn't spread, but bad news travels a thousand miles. Wen Liang scratched his head, somewhat embarrassed, and muttered, "Don't let me find out who betrayed me, or else..."

Xu Yao glanced at him sideways, her tender red lips glistening in the sunlight, looking incredibly alluring. Her voice, with a husky charm, revealed a budding beauty. "So, or else what?" Xu Yao walked around Wen Liang with her hands behind her back. Seeing that the playground was almost empty, she suddenly grabbed his collar, pulled him close, and stopped just before touching her chest. She said fiercely, "Kid, do you like soy milk?"

Wen Liang was speechless. Even this you know? He decided to be a bit naughty, raised his hands, and glanced down, laughing softly, "Soy milk might be good, but some places are even more beautiful."

Xu Yao was puzzled and followed his gaze, looking down to see the hint of white skin through her open collar. Her face turned slightly red, and she playfully spat at Wen Liang, covering her collar and laughing as she ran away.

Her swaying waist and flowing long hair, the innocence and charm of a young girl, perfectly blended in this season of seventeen, like a butterfly emerging from its cocoon, its wings changing into endless colors in the sunlight, beautiful beyond measure.

Wen Liang laughed and shouted, "Let's go to the second floor of the cafeteria for lunch, my treat."

Xu Yao waved at him and quickly disappeared into the crowd. Wen Liang shook his head and walked towards the teaching building. Every time he saw this girl, happiness seemed to be contagious. Her cleverness and liveliness were worth cherishing forever.

On the left side of the gym, two girls who had just come out of the restroom saw the scene on the playground. Meng Ke looked at Ji Su worriedly and sighed, "Xu Yao and his relationship seems really good..."

Ji Su smiled faintly and held Meng Ke's hand, saying, "Let's go. It's normal for them to have a good relationship. Xu Yao is a great girl, a really great girl. If I were a boy, I would definitely like her too."

Meng Ke sighed, "You, you're so silly, I really don't know what you think all day."

"What else could I think?" Ji Su rolled her eyes and reached out to tickle her. "I'm not thinking about anything, just wondering if our Miss Meng is still ticklish?"

Meng Ke couldn't avoid it and was caught. She was extremely ticklish and couldn't catch her breath from laughing, begging, "Good Su Su, I won't dare again... hehe..."

At noon, Liu Zhihe arrived in a small private room on the second floor. The group of followers who usually followed him were nowhere to be seen. They ordered a few dishes, and Wen Liang asked, "Any news from the other side?"

"Bai Huan has already made the appointment, but No. 19 High School has a monthly exam tomorrow and no weekend off, so the girl can't come out. It might be next week. But it won't be long, just a few days. I know Bai Huan, that guy has no patience."

"Okay, how about the information on that school beauty you asked me to gather?"

Liu Zhihe pulled out a small piece of paper from his back pocket, cleared his throat, and read softly, "Xie Yan, 19 years old, a student in Class 8, Grade 3 at No. 19 High School. Her grades are above average, she is pretty, and has an outgoing personality, very popular among the idiots at No. 19 High School."

Wen Liang coughed lightly, "Just read the information, don't add personal feelings or political stance." The grudge between No. 1 High School and No. 19 High School was too deep, and Liu Zhihe even had to criticize them at this moment.

Liu Zhihe laughed, "Can't help it. Who made our No. 1 High School's political education so successful? Mentioning No. 19 High School without insulting them makes me feel uncomfortable all over."

Wen Liang was both amused and exasperated, scolding, "You're brainwashed. Hurry up and read, don't dilly-dally!"

"Brainwashed? Damn, that's a good word, you're so cultured, Big Brother!" For some reason today, Liu Zhihe's usual arrogance was gone, and he kept calling him Big Brother. "Her father passed away early, and her mother supports the family by selling snacks at a night market. Her family is quite ordinary. Bai Huan, that pervert, has been scouting for beauties in various schools. He met Xie Yan somehow, and after a few unsuccessful attempts, he's known for his 'first polite, then forceful' approach. If seduction fails, he resorts to force. That girl is just unlucky."

"Hmm, sounds like a decent girl. Why would she agree to go out with Bai Huan?"

Liu Zhihe said disdainfully, "These idiots all use the same method. They get the health department to cause trouble at her mother's night market, then offer to fix it and try to lure the girl out. Disgusting, not at all romantic."

"MB, so you're not bothered by their actions, just by the method they use?"

Wen Liang didn't care about their worldview and said, "Decent girl or not, at least we can get her statement... Here's the plan, keep an eye on it. Oh, there's something I forgot to ask. Big Brother Liu, who is your mole?"

"Big Brother Liu? You're kidding, right? I'm Mulan. But," Liu Zhihe smiled mysteriously, "I can't say. In movies, once a mole's identity is exposed, they're in immediate danger."

Wen Liang leaned in, teasing, "We're practically sleeping together, what can't you say? Come on!"

Liu Zhihe was surprised, "Big Brother, you're really shameless, aren't you?"

Hearing that person's name, Wen Liang pondered for a moment and said, "Zhihe, you asked what I talked about with Uncle Liu last night. I didn't hide it from you. I told him about this, and he'll lead the team to catch them."

Liu Zhihe was stunned, his chopsticks clattering to the table, "Wh... What? Big Brother, I asked for your advice, not for you to rat me out!"

Wen Liang now confirmed that the extremely capable Liu Zhihe was submissive in front of Liu Tianlai, obediently submissive!

"Don't worry, I wouldn't betray you. I said it was my idea and didn't mention you at all. Your dad has already agreed, so just wait and see the show, don't go to the scene."

Liu Zhihe, being extremely smart, asked, "Will my dad be in big trouble?"

Wen Liang looked at him and said calmly, "No."

Liu Zhihe was silent for a moment, then slammed the table, "Fine, I can't control your affairs anyway. Whatever you say, goes."

After calming Liu Zhihe, Wen Liang outlined the general plan, asking the mole to cooperate and ensure Bai Huan was lured to An Baoqing's hotel.

Just as they were talking, Xu Yao and Ning Xiaoning entered one after the other. Xu Yao didn't mind, but Ning Xiaoning, seeing someone else, frowned slightly. Liu Zhihe, being perceptive, immediately stood up and smiled, "Brother Wen, I'll leave first. We'll chat another day."

What are brothers for? To be used as a buffer in front of girls. Liu Zhihe knew Wen Liang had a close relationship with the two girls, so he gave him face, bowing respectfully, making Wen Liang want to kick him.

Do you think this is a historical drama, stepping back as you leave? Is this your acting from the Central Academy of Drama?

After Liu Zhihe left, Xu Yao found it amusing and imitated his steps. Ning Xiaoning sat down, crossed her arms, and said coldly, "Really impressive, a few days without seeing you, and you're already 'Brother Wen' at No. 1 High School? Should we kneel and serve the emperor too?"

Wen Liang was puzzled by her sarcasm. They hadn't hugged and cried in a long time, but this level of sarcasm was unexpected. He raised his chin at Xu Yao and asked, "Did you take the wrong medicine, or is it that time of the month? Why are you so sharp?"

Ning Xiaoning was taken aback, then realized what he meant and flew into a rage, pointing at Wen Liang, "I heard from Yao Yao that you're quite capable, helping this one and that one. Heroic deeds have their rewards, you get to copy homework and drink soy milk. Really impressive."

Xu Yao held her hand and shook it, trying to calm her, "Xiaoning, you promised not to get angry..."

Wen Liang knew Ning Xiaoning well. She wasn't angry about these things. He was mature enough not to argue with a little girl, moved a chair, and sat next to her, his clear eyes gentle and sincere, "Coach, if anything happens, just tell me. I may not be very useful, but for your matters, even if I can't help, I will do my best and never slack off."

Ning Xiaoning looked into the boy's gentle eyes, listened to his sincere words, and her heart was suddenly touched by an unknown force, like a bolt of lightning that startled her seventeen-year-old dreams.