Xu Xiangfei drove his Porsche to the Second Affiliated High School of Jiangcheng University with Xiao Qiulian. From Xiao Qiulian’s words, Xu Xiangbei learned that her daughter’s name is Xiao Ailing, studying in Class 1 of the second year of high school at the Second Affiliated High School of Jiangcheng University.
This Xiao Ailing is 16 years old this year, not only achieving excellent grades and ranking among the top in her school, but also being smart, gentle, cute, and beautiful.
When Xu Xiangbei and Xiao Qiulian arrived, it was almost school dismissal time, and the area in front of the Second Affiliated High School was crowded with various cars, most of them being compact cars, all of which were name brands and not cheap.
The Second Affiliated High School is considered quite prestigious among all the high schools in Jiangcheng. It’s said that the college admission rate is high, reaching above 70%. Every year, several outstanding students get into Yanjing University.
To study here, students are usually either children of very powerful, prestigious, or wealthy individuals, or they have exceptionally good grades with decent family backgrounds, given that the tuition here amounts to nearly ten thousand annually. Xiao Qiulian put a lot of effort into getting her daughter into this school.
From a distance, Xu Xiangbei noticed someone standing out in the flow of students leaving school. Despite being only about six or seven years old, she was already about 1.68 meters tall, which is considered tall. She wore a light blue lace dress that seemed to have been worn for quite some time, as the lace’s color was fading. However, it was extraordinarily clean, not affecting its overall beauty. Her long black hair neatly draped down to her waist, paired with slender legs and a pair of grey-white sneakers, exuding the aura of an unstained, pure lotus flower.
Beside her were a few boys fawning over her, nodding and bowing as they tried to gain the beautiful girl’s attention and appreciation.
As they got closer, Xu Xiangbei finally saw her true appearance. Indeed, she resembled the classic beauty, turning heads wherever she went! Her beauty was comparable to that of the most celebrated women in history; nothing more, nothing less.
Although her face still bore the innocence of youth, and her chest had not fully developed, it was clear she had the makings of a stunning beauty.
Xiao Ailing spotted her mother from the crowd and dashed over to her, her braid swinging in the air with a unique grace, as a few boys trailing closely behind.
"Mom, what brings you here today?" Xiao Ailing looked at Xiao Qiulian, an excited expression on her face.
Xiao Qiulian hurriedly came forward, holding her hand, "No need to rush like that, why run? I had some time today, so I came to see you and pick you up, and I’m going to make your favorite Buddha Jumps Over the Wall for dinner."
"Mom, you’re the best!" Xiao Ailing’s eyes reddened as she snuggled her head into her mother’s embrace, oblivious to the people around, acting coquettishly. She knew how tough it was for her family, and how difficult it was even to get a good meal; she could only imagine the sacrifices her mother had made to send her to this school.
"Hello, Auntie!" the boys nearby chimed in, looking at Xiao Qiulian with utmost respect. Among them, one boy had neat short hair and looked quite handsome, dressed impeccably, making him presentable. The other two had ordinary appearances; they seemed like his sidekicks.
"Who are these?" Xiao Qiulian asked, hearing them call her Auntie, a puzzled look on her face. She knew these were her daughter’s classmates, but couldn’t recall their names, as she rarely came to the school, fearing she might embarrass her daughter.
"Don’t mind them, a bunch of annoying pests," Xiao Ailing said with a look of disdain.
"How could you be so rude? They’re your classmates, you should get along with them!" Xiao Qiulian said sternly, though her tone softened seeing her daughter’s pouty face.
"No worries, Auntie. My name is Wang Shikai. I’m Ailing’s classmate. My dad is the chairman of a listed company, and these are my classmates, Zhao Dacheng and Li Jiaxun,"
Wang Shikai introduced his two classmates, making sure to highlight his identity as a rich second-generation kid, prepared for the indifferent attitude of Xiao Ailing long ago.
Xu Xiangbei, standing by, had already observed his intentions clearly. That Wang Shikai was no doubt trying to pursue Xiao Ailing, yet Xiao Ailing showed no interest. So, he had no choice but to curry favor with her mother, Xiao Qiulian.
"Auntie, look, my chauffeur is here for me too. Why not join us? We can find a restaurant and have dinner on me?" Wang Shikai was quick to take advantage, pointing at the black Mercedes parked out front.
"Umm..." Now, Xiao Ailing hesitated a little. Although she found Wang Shikai annoying, she was aware of her family’s situation. If someone else were treating her, it could save money for her family. Plus, she wanted her mother to experience the feeling of riding in a luxury car.
"Young man, thanks, but no need to trouble you. We’ll head home ourselves, and sometime, I’ll invite you over to our place," Xiao Qiulian quickly declined.
"How about today, Auntie? It’s more spontaneous, right? I’ll come to your house today, and besides, I have a car, so it’s convenient. Isn’t that right, Uncle Li!" he said, signaling to the driver in the black Mercedes.
"Yes, yes! This car is very comfortable, and it’ll save you quite a bit on travel expenses. After all, you are all classmates, no need to be so distant. Our young master is always this friendly," the Mercedes driver caught the cue and promptly got out, speaking.
"Really, it’s not necessary!" Xiao Qiulian waved her hand in refusal.
"Auntie, are you looking down on us?" Wang Shikai asked, a little angrily, giving his driver a gesture.
"Indeed, madam, this action is not sensible, looking down on our young master? Know that our boss in Jiangcheng has wealth in the billions!" This driver, continuing to persuade her, saw that Xiao Qiulian wasn’t moved.
"Ah, then let’s..." Xiao Qiulian, who had never faced such a scene, was at a loss for a better excuse to refuse the classmates coming over. Under their coercion and bribery, she seemed ready to relent.
"Oh, we’re having a family dinner today, it’d be rude to invite you over. Another time, let me host you at the Haitian Hotel, okay?"
Finally unable to stand it, Xu Xiangbei intervened. If this classmate was pursuing normally, he could tolerate it, but being so aggressive and overbearing seemed like bullying using status.
Getting interrupted by Xu Xiangbei, a certain plan was thwarted again; who would be pleased? The boy asked irritably, "And you are?"
"He’s..." Xiao Qiulian was about to say Xu Xiangbei was her benefactor, but Xu Xiangbei waved it off.
"I’m her boyfriend. Before long, we might even register our marriage. Today is a family gathering, so you, as an outsider, need not meddle!" Xu Xiangbei spoke, looking at Wang Shikai with the air of an adult.
"Auntie, is he really your boyfriend?" Wang Shikai looked doubtful.
"Mom, is he really your boyfriend?" Not just Wang Shikai, but Xiao Ailing too looked utterly shocked, her mouth wide open in disbelief.
Xiao Qiulian wanted to say something, yet stopped at Xu Xiangbei’s gaze and blushed slightly, shyly nodding, "Yes!"
Seeing her bashful demeanor, both Wang Shikai and Xiao Ailing could basically confirm it.
"There’s quite an age difference, isn’t there?" Wang Shikai said, still unwilling to give in.
"The gap of three years means holding gold! It’s only a little more than ten years, not too much. Adult matters, you kids wouldn’t understand," Xu Xiangbei assumed the role of an adult, educating Wang Shikai.
"Are you after something from Auntie?" Wang Shikai looked directly at Xu Xiangbei and then turned to Xiao Qiulian, "Auntie, be cautious. People these days deceive others for both money and love, so keep an eye out."
Xiao Ailing, having come back to her senses, hurriedly added with concern, "Yes, Mom, be careful."
"He won’t swindle anything from me, and I have nothing worthwhile for him to crave," said Xiao Qiulian, essentially sealing the matter, leaving Wang Shikai speechless.
"Join me in my car then?" Wang Shikai said reluctantly, disliking Xu Xiangbei yet having no choice but to give in.
Having seen through his stance long ago, Xu Xiangbei nonchalantly replied, "Rest assured, we have a car!"
"What kind of vehicle, a tricycle? Can it compare to my Mercedes?" Wang Shikai bragged, filled with disdain in his heart.
"Far yet near! Be careful or it might blind your dog eyes!" Xu Xiangbei gestured to the silver Porsche ahead.
Then, under everyone’s astonished eyes, he took the mother and daughter into the car and drove off, leaving Wang Shikai to stomp his foot and grind his teeth as he watched the silver Porsche disappear.
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