No matter in her past life or now, weekends always passed in the blink of an eye.
On Monday, Aier went to school as usual.
But she had been somewhat absent-minded all morning.
Her green eyes stared at the open book, yet not a single word entered her mind.
The collar had long been removed, but her thoughts still lingered on that day.
After learning about Donna and Mary’s family backgrounds, she felt uneasy, wondering how she could survive without offending any of the three parties in the future.
Yet no matter how long she thought, she couldn’t come up with a good solution.
Aier’s small brain felt like it was about to burst from the overload of heavy information.
She was so scared, so terrified that all three would come at her at once and tear her apart.
That morning, Donna was just as enthusiastic as ever and clung to her the moment they met, but this time Aier didn’t shoo her away outright. Instead, she kept a proper distance and smiled along.
Thankfully, Donna skipped the last class of the morning due to some matter; otherwise, she’d have dragged Aier to lunch again, and there would be no way to refuse.
Life was so hard—there wasn’t a single place where she could truly relax. Whether at home or at school, she felt like she was walking on thin ice.
Even her younger sister Xiqi was acting a bit strange.
Thinking about all that happened the day she visited Xiqi, an unusual feeling stirred in Aier’s heart.
It seemed the scent of Xiqi still lingered faintly on her lips…
“Junior Schoolmate, why are you still in the classroom after class?”
While Aier was lost in her thoughts, a voice with a hint of amusement sounded at the door.
Aier lifted her head dazedly and looked toward the voice. Just one glance seized her heart and soul.
A silhouette stood against the light by the door.
Mary Senior wore a pure white dress, her makeup-free face radiating a smile, exuding an otherworldly ‘White Moonlight’ aura.
She stood at the classroom entrance, her long pink hair shimmering softly in the sunlight as if enhanced by a holy glow.
A playful little braid adorned her temple.
There was no denying that Mary Senior knew exactly how to captivate hearts. Compared to Donna, she was on a whole different level.
Mary also clearly understood that this ‘White Moonlight’ outfit combined with that youthful, coy expression—half shy, half teasing—was irresistible to any boy or girl.
This scene looked like a high school first love with the pure ‘White Moonlight’—an absolute knockout for anyone!
Aier found herself unable to turn her neck.
Around them, classmates still lingering cast envious glances.
“Dazed?” Mary chuckled lightly and walked up to Aier, waving a hand, “Come back to your senses, Junior Schoolmate~”
Aier snapped out of it and realized her awkwardness, hurriedly making up an excuse, “N-no… it’s just… I didn’t sleep well last night, so I was a bit distracted…”
“Hehe, is that so?”
Mary didn’t buy it for a second. Seeing the Junior Schoolmate flustered and blushing so adorably, it was clear she was enchanted by Mary’s new outfit.
It was worth it to have a tailor craft this dress based on a novel she’d read.
No wonder she was a master at this.
“Have you woken up now? Come with me outside the Academy to get some fresh air,” Mary said as she slowly stepped into the classroom and reached Aier, brushing a lock of hair from her temple with her delicate hand.
Aier felt a bit at a loss. “Ah… n-no, that wouldn’t be good. The Academy rules say… we can’t leave during lunchtime…”
Besides, if the Spy that Duke Sheiyl arranged saw this…
Last time, just having coffee with Donna got her punished so harshly. If she chatted with Mary Senior now, she might have to perform some crazy stunt like standing on her head and swallowing three carrots in one breath to get out of it.
“Rules are rigid, but people are flexible~ Besides, eating cafeteria food every day gets boring. Changing the scenery might whet your appetite.”
“No, no, I’m actually quite full, not hungry at all.”
“Oh? Then let’s get some dessert. I know a place I highly recommend.”
“Ugh…”
No matter what excuse Aier made, Mary would shut it down and immediately grab Aier’s wrist, leaving no room for refusal.
“Ah… wait, wait, Senior…”
The petite and fragile Aier was easily pulled up by Mary, and the two of them headed out of the campus together.
Aier felt conflicted deep down but, given Mary’s background, she dared not show obvious resistance for fear of angering her.
Wuwuwu… This problem’s too hard, Aier doesn’t know what to do…
However, the warm touch on her wrist and the faint scent of Rose Perfume from Mary made her heartbeat flutter.
Honestly, walking with Mary really gave her a taste of that awkward, innocent schoolyard romance.
That feeling where you want to hold hands but are too shy, so you only dare to hook your little fingers.
And then later, you could hug, kiss, and wildly feel each other’s heartbeat.
This was a fantasy Aier often had in her previous life, and she never imagined something good would actually happen to her in this life.
“Junior Schoolmate? Why are you daydreaming again?”
“Ah… s-sorry.”
She’d been busy imagining goblins!
Aier, Aier, keep your head clear; this isn’t some “good thing,” it’s clearly dangerous.
Aier firmly believed that no coincidence happened to her without reason—good fortune never fell like a pie from the sky.
If it did, there must be a price to pay.
Mary’s emerald-like eyes fixed curiously on Aier’s face, whose innocent and cute expression made her lick her lips involuntarily.
“Looks like you really didn’t sleep well yesterday~ How about we go get some cake? Sweet things really help restore energy~”
“Okay~” Aier answered instantly, her voice suddenly so lovely.
Yay! Cake!
I love sweets the most!
Sure enough, Aier was easily swayed by food.
But right after agreeing so sweetly, regret flooded in, and Aier began to lament how easily she got led around by the nose.
What to do? Is it still possible to refuse now? But if she kept saying no, what if she angered Mary? Then she probably wouldn’t get any good outcomes.
Her brain raced desperately for a way to save herself.
They soon arrived at a cake shop that looked expensive just by its appearance.
Mary was direct and confident, telling the shop clerk, “Hello~ Please pack two servings of Black Forest Cake~”
“Sure, please wait a moment.”
The clerk was quick and nimble but obviously talkative.
While working, she struck up a conversation with them.
“You two aren’t a couple, are you? Bringing your girlfriend here to buy desserts?”
“Uh… actually, we’re not—”
Aier blushed and was about to explain, but Mary answered first.
“Yeah~ I’m so lucky to have found such a cute girlfriend~”
After speaking, Mary naturally draped her arm over Aier’s shoulder and pulled her closer.
Aier was so light that with just a gentle tug, she staggered, her little face almost bumping into Mary’s chest.
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