CHAPTER 284: CHAPTER 284 SHEN CHENG’S SECRET (2)_1

"Girl, naturally you should aim for Beijing First University," Shangguan Qing said with a light smile. "Three years at First University, and then to military academy. Our family members all have military backgrounds, and even if you don’t join the army in the future, you’ll enter the world of politics. You’re both in your final year of high school now. If you work hard, who knows, maybe in half a year, Youyou could be your schoolmate."

"Humph, Youyou getting into Beijing First University isn’t a problem, but whether Han Yachu and Lan Xuan can make it is another story. Once in First University, I believe you both will be one step closer to your dreams," Gui Mo said with a hint of jealous sarcasm. He hadn’t forgotten that Lan Xuan’s dream was to become a soldier and Han Yachu’s was to become a politician. Now, both of them had the perfect excuse to openly connect with Youyou.

"Big Brother Qing, do I really have to go to First University?" Shangguan You furrowed her eyebrows. I suddenly want to go to the Chinese Medicine College instead. Becoming a soldier or a politician is just like a passing cloud to me; I want to bring glory to my Plum Blossom Divine Needle!

"Of course," Shangguan Qing said confidently. "Everyone in our family graduated from Beijing First University. If you don’t get in, be careful or Grandpa might fight you over it." His confidence made Shangguan You swallow the words she was about to say. First University it is, then. I’ll have more time for my own affairs after starting college anyway.

"See you at First University in six months."

"That’s right."

A gleam flashed in Han Yachu’s and Lan Xuan’s eyes as they watched Shangguan You quietly.

"Alright," Shangguan You said. "I’ll wait for you all there at First University. When you come to Beijing and have time, you can visit my home." She nodded, agreeing with what Han Yachu and Lan Xuan had proposed.

"The Shangguan Family will always welcome you," Shangguan Qing also nodded in agreement. As their conversation ended, the bell signaling the end of class rang, stirring the quiet campus to life as numerous students and teachers emerged at the sound.

In the Year 1, Class 1 classroom, Shangguan You’s arrival had electrified the atmosphere. Perhaps she was once taciturn, and later aloof, but regardless, nothing could conceal the innate nobility she carried.

Now, a party of three arrived—featuring a stunningly beautiful young woman and an exceptionally handsome young man—which further ignited the students’ excitement. No one had expected Shangguan You to be such a beauty without her glasses, and Shangguan Qing by her side was an equally rare and handsome sight. The arrival of these striking individuals made everyone stare.

"Youyou, you’re here," Zhu Li quickly approached and took Shangguan You’s hand, her face etched with reluctance. She knew Shangguan You had come to say goodbye. In this class, apart from her, Youyou had no other friends.

"Mm, Zhu Li. In two years, I’ll wait for you at Beijing First University," Shangguan You nodded, a slight smile playing on her lips.

"Yes, Youyou! I will definitely get into Beijing First University in two years. Although I can’t keep up with you now, I will work hard. You must wait for me," tears welled in Zhu Li’s eyes. I really don’t want to part with Youyou, but I know it’s inevitable. Although Youyou has never spoken of her background, from her clothing, demeanor, and the subtle air of nobility she exuded upon her return, I know her identity isn’t simple. To stand by her side, to not be left behind, I have to work very, very hard. "Yes, I believe you," Shangguan You’s brief words filled Zhu Li with strength. For those words, I will strive hard. I won’t be left behind by Youyou!

"Mm, wait for me," Zhu Li nodded and fought back her tears. She hugged Shangguan You tightly before quickly letting go, reverting to her usual demeanor.

Feng Shaomei had kept her head down from the moment Shangguan You entered, trying to minimize her presence. Since learning of Shangguan You’s background before the New Year, she had become inexplicably quiet. She no longer troubled Zhu Li and sometimes even took the initiative to speak to them.

"Han Yachu, Lan Xuan, so you were here," a voice called out as Feng Shao’an stepped into the classroom. Seeing Shangguan You and her group, who were the center of attention, he froze for a few moments, his face paling slightly before he slowly regained his composure.

Feng Shao’an glanced at Feng Shaomei, who was keeping her head down and pretending to be invisible, before he greeted the group: "Young Master Qing, Shangguan You." The classmates who had been waiting for some drama looked strangely at the Feng siblings’ sudden change in attitude towards Shangguan You. Could it be that because they saw how beautiful she was, they decided to spare themselves the trouble of bothering her?

"Mm," Lan Xuan responded, but the others simply ignored Feng Shao’an. Having no particular relationship with him, they felt no need to engage.

"Youyou, have a safe journey. I will catch up with you all," Zhu Li watched as the group left, tears streaming down her face as she whispered softly from her corner.

If I heard that, I’d probably give Zhu Li a few slaps! What the heck? I’m just going home to Beijing, not dying! ’Have a safe journey’? Safe journey, my foot! Shangguan You would have thought if she’d heard.

Feng Shaomei watched their departing figures with a conflicted expression until they were completely out of sight. Old Man Chen Sheng was lecturing enthusiastically at the front of the class, but Feng Shaomei couldn’t snap out of her daze. Daddy and Older Brother said that Shangguan You’s family is a very powerful clan. If we offend her, our entire Feng Family will be ruined. So, we can’t offend her. We can’t be friends, but we can’t become enemies either. Seeing Shangguan You’s kindness towards Zhu Li filled Feng Shaomei with an inexplicable sense of loss and a pang of jealousy. Watching Zhu Li’s incessant tears, her repressed resentment began to stir again.

"What are you crying for? Someone like Shangguan You, a red elite, is she someone a woman like you is worthy of? You’re reaching far beyond your grasp! Don’t even dream of it," she scoffed.

"Red elite? What red elite? Youyou is my best classmate, my best friend! I don’t care what her status is, she’s my Youyou! Hmph, don’t you dare speak ill of her."

"Hmph, yours? Are you even worthy of claiming her? With just a point of her little finger, she could have you dead a thousand times over. Yours? That’s laughable!"

"Youyou would never treat me like that! Feng Shaomei, let me tell you, even though Youyou has left, I won’t allow you to badmouth her! Did you hear me?" Zhu Li declared fiercely, glaring at Feng Shaomei.