Xia Shiya let out a sigh of relief.
As long as Qin Xiao didn’t cross the line, that was enough.
But deep down, she still felt uneasy. Qin Xiao didn’t seem like someone who would behave himself. Still, things had reached this point—wanting to drive him out now was probably unrealistic. She could only hope he wouldn’t go too far.
Otherwise… she really didn’t know what to do.
With that anxious feeling, Xia Shiya opened the door to her house.
But the moment she closed it, Qin Xiao wrapped his arms around her.
“Shiya, I’m sorry…”
…
…
[Ding! Congratulations, host has plundered the female lead Xia Shiya. Protagonist’s Fate Points -1000.]
[Note: Female lead Xia Shiya has not yet developed deep affection for the protagonist. There is still a large amount of Fate Points left to extract. Please keep up the good work!]
[Ding! As this is your first time plundering the protagonist’s opportunity, the system has specially rewarded you with a First-Time Grand Gift Pack, which has already been opened for the host.]
[Acquired: Enhancement +1.]
Qin Xiao was quite satisfied. He hadn’t expected his first “kill” would even come with a gift pack reward. And this was just the beginning—there were many more rewards ahead.
The next day.
Qin Xiao arrived at school feeling refreshed and energized. When he saw Su Mengke already sitting at her desk, he placed the breakfast he brought onto her table.
“You haven’t eaten yet, right? Hurry and eat while it’s still hot. I brought it just for you!”
Hearing this, Su Mengke felt deeply touched.
Su Mengke’s affection +1 +1 +1…
Listening to the steady increase of Su Mengke’s affection,
Qin Xiao couldn’t help but sigh at how silly this girl was. Thankfully, she had met him. If it had been someone else, they probably wouldn’t have the heart to trick her.
Seeing how thin her school uniform was, Qin Xiao frowned. “Aren’t you cold wearing so little?”
Su Mengke, cheeks puffed full of food, shook her head and struggled to swallow before saying, “Thank you, President. But I’m fine, not cold at all!”
Qin Xiao rolled his eyes.
It was already autumn. She was only wearing a single outer layer.
With wind blowing, how could she not be cold?
Qin Xiao pinched her puffed-up cheek. “Call me good brother, and I’ll take you shopping!”
Su Mengke blushed instantly, her heart fluttering. Ever since yesterday, her thoughts had been entirely on Qin Xiao. Hearing she could go shopping with him made her incredibly happy.
But the thought of calling him ‘good brother’ made her feel deeply embarrassed. She glanced around carefully to make sure no one was paying attention, then softly whispered, “Good… good brother…”
Right after saying it, her face flushed with heat. She lowered her head, not daring to look at Qin Xiao.
Seeing her adorable reaction, Qin Xiao burst into laughter, pulled her hand, and said, “Let’s go. Your good brother’s taking you shopping!”
“Right now?!” Su Mengke was stunned. “But we still have class. If Teacher Xia finds out, we’ll be in trouble!”
Qin Xiao smiled mysteriously. “Relax. Teacher Xia isn’t feeling well today. She’s already called in sick. She won’t know.”
Though she was curious how Qin Xiao knew that, she didn’t ask. Just being with him made her happy enough—no need to ask too much.
Skipping class wasn’t ideal, but when it came to Qin Xiao, her one and only in her heart, she could only lightly scold herself. But Qin Xiao was what mattered most.
…
Qin Xiao took her by car to a shopping mall.
Seeing the lavish surroundings, Su Mengke grew nervous. Her small hands clutched Qin Xiao’s sleeve tightly, her knuckles turning white.
“Pres… President, what are we doing here? Let’s go somewhere else, okay?”
Qin Xiao noticed her social anxiety and smiled. “Why should we leave?”
Su Mengke opened her mouth but couldn’t find the words to respond. Sweat began to form on her forehead, and her eyes welled up. “President, let’s go. I’m not feeling well…”
Qin Xiao looked a little displeased. “I went through the trouble of sneaking you out of class, and now you’re doing this?”
Su Mengke immediately panicked.
Looking around at the mall’s opulent interior, then looking at herself, her inferiority complex surged uncontrollably. It felt like everyone around her was staring in ridicule, making her chest feel tight and her head dizzy.
Seeing her like this, Qin Xiao finally grinned. “You really want to leave?”
“I…” Su Mengke opened her mouth but couldn’t answer. She did want to leave this kind of place—but she was even more afraid that Qin Xiao would be angry.
Tears welled in her eyes again, making her look pitiful and helpless.
Qin Xiao took her small hand and pulled her into his arms. “If you call me ‘brother’ from now on, I’ll take you somewhere you’ll feel safe.”
Hearing this, Su Mengke clung to it like it was her only hope and nodded quickly. “Okay, brother. I’ll listen to you. Let’s leave now!”