The next day, after the bell rang at the end of school, signaling the end of a day of learning,

"Zhiye, come to my office after school," Teacher Zhong Meiya called out to Zhiye during the end-of-the-day meeting. What did Teacher Zhong Meiya want to talk to Zhiye about?

Although I was a bit curious, I couldn't follow Zhiye because my name wasn't mentioned.

"Youjie, have you recently joined any clubs?" He Yuqing, like a know-it-all, came over to inquire about the truth.

"Yes, more or less," I really didn't want to say what club I had joined, and it was called the Joy Society.

"What kind of activities does the club do?" He Yuqing was really good at imagining things and had a strong curiosity, even though he was just a curious boy.

"It's a club for friendly exchanges, I guess," I vaguely replied.

"A club for friendly exchanges? Is it a fan club or a literature club, or maybe an astronomy club?" He Yuqing had quite an imagination, but a fan club doesn't count as a club.

"It's probably something like that," I couldn't give him a clear answer.

"I always feel like there's something unclear about it," He Yuqing seemed a bit puzzled.

"In any case, it's just a club," that's all I could say. It was officially approved by the student council and could operate as a club.

"I feel like Youjie doesn't really like this club," He Yuqing seemed to have seen through my thoughts.

"In any case, it's mixed feelings," I said.

"Well, that's really a pity. I wanted to propose that you join the tea ceremony club because there's a beautiful club president senior sister, with a great figure and outstanding looks. She lacks nothing in the majestic department," He Yuqing spoke with excitement. He must have joined the tea ceremony club for this purpose alone, a typical creature driven by their lower half.

"But it's a pity that Youjie can't catch a glimpse of her beauty," he sighed, unable to see her peerless appearance.

"The club activities are about to start, why don't you hurry up and go?" I urged.

"Right, I'll go first. Let's chat tonight," He Yuqing said as he waved and ran off.

After sending away this annoying guy, I was left to face the trouble of dealing with the troublesome school junior in the club. I really didn't want to participate, but it was mandatory. If I didn't participate in club activities, I would face serious consequences. I didn't need to think about what those consequences would be. So, in order to prevent infamy in this school, I had to endure and bear the burden.

Arriving in front of the Joy Society, I imagined what kind of scene it would be when I entered. I just hoped it wouldn't be too overwhelming.

After pushing open the door, it was very unusual. The curtains were open and the lights were off. The reason I say this is because these prohibited activities can only take place in an environment without any light. Although it sounds like doing something improper, it's probably in a similar sense. Discovering it means trouble, so I prayed in my heart for that discovery and dissolution of the club, hoping to discover - that I'm not there. Amen!

"Youjie, senior?" Stella's voice pulled me out of my thoughts.

Under the setting sun of Xiyang, there was a girl writing notes with a pen. She had beautiful long pink hair, a petite and lovely figure, and a cute and beautiful face. She was showing a hint of confusion.

"Why did Stella come to the activity room first?"

"She was supposed to come with Xiaojing, but she had duty today. She told me to go to the activity room first, so I came in and found that no one else had arrived yet. I took out my notebook and copied down today's class notes."

"Stella is really diligent."

"It's because if my studies aren't good, I won't be able to graduate, which would be troublesome." Stella's cheeks turned slightly red. Her appearance was too cute. Anyone would have the desire to protect her.

"Youjie senior also came early. Why didn't I see Zhiye senior?" Stella looked behind me.

"Zhiye was also called to the office, so I came first."

"So you're the same as me."

"School always has some troublesome things, like duty or being called to the office, or being pulled by the teacher to do work."

"So, that means... just me and Youjie senior."

"Did Stella say something?"

"No... I didn't."

Because I was just talking to myself, I actually missed what Stella said. But from her appearance, it seemed like she felt awkward, sitting there motionless.

"Stella, what's wrong with you?" I asked about her condition, and her body suddenly trembled.

"Do you feel unwell?"

"It's okay, it's okay, it's nothing." She said in a flustered manner. Then, as if she was organizing her breathing, to be honest, I was a little confused, not understanding if I had done something inappropriate.

The atmosphere suddenly became awkward and for a short period of time, Stella and I didn't have any conversation. This feeling made me feel like time was passing slowly.

"Youjie senior, do you want some candy?"

"Candy?"

"Fruit-flavored candy," Stella took out a candy wrapped in plastic paper. Although it couldn't compare to the packaging of chocolate candy, it had a girlish vibe. In simpler terms, it was cute.

"Can I have some?" I asked.

"No problem, I just don't know if Youjie senior likes it or not," Stella seemed a little worried.

"It's not a problem." I reached out my hand, with my palm facing up, and Stella placed the candy in my palm.

"Thank you."

"Youjie senior, just don't dislike it."

I wouldn't dislike the thoughtfulness of a junior. So I opened the plastic wrapping and took out the candy and put it in my mouth. At the moment my tongue touched the candy, the fruity flavor spread.

"This is grape-flavored, right?"

"Yes, it's grape-flavored. How is it?"

"It's good." Although it had some artificial flavoring, the taste was still passable.

"As long as Youjie senior likes it," Stella showed a happy smile, then she also took out a candy and put it in her mouth, showing a very happy and satisfied look.

"Does Stella like candy a lot?"

"Um..." It seemed like my sudden question pulled Stella out from her enjoyment.

"Well... Youjie senior doesn't think candy is something that children like, and find me too childish, right?" Stella seemed concerned about something.

"No, liking candy is not exclusive to children," Stella said.

"That's good," Stella breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Candy is sweet and it makes me feel happy and content."

"It seems like Stella really enjoys this feeling."

"That's because when I was a child, no matter if I fell down or got into trouble, the elders would give me candy. The sweetness of the candy melting on my tongue made me forget about the pain and worries. So, even now, I still really like candy. But my favorite is fruity candy because it's full of surprises. I never know what flavor the next piece will be," Stella said dreamily. It seemed like she had an extraordinary fondness for candy.

"Be careful not to get cavities," I said, and surprisingly, Stella didn't seem offended. Instead, she smiled, and it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say she looked like an angel.

"I always brush my teeth well, whether it's waking up or going to bed, so no need to worry," she reassured me.

"No wonder, then. I was wondering why you have such straight and white teeth even though you eat candy," I said instinctively, glancing at Stella's sparkling teeth. It seemed like she noticed my gaze because she shyly looked away.

"Please stop staring at my teeth," she said.

"S-sorry," I averted my gaze from Stella. Sensing that the attention was off her, Stella turned back toward the long table.

"By the way, we didn't have this table yesterday," I said.

"Yes, you're right. But the student council secretary checked and found that the equipment was not complete here, so they brought in this long table."

"The student council seems quite responsible."

"Speaking of which, the things from yesterday..." I scanned the surroundings but didn't see the entertainment items from yesterday. However, the teapot and tatami mats were still there.

"These things will be put away after the club activities are over," Stella said.

I didn't expect they would put so much effort into providing entertainment at school.

"By the way, why did Wen Xiaojing want to establish a club with this kind of activity as its purpose?" I couldn't help but ask.

Stella pondered for a moment. "Because Xiaojing said she wanted to create a place where everyone can have fun."

"And then she started this club at school."

"It's because more people would join a club, so it would be more fun. That's what Xiaojing told me."

"It's purely her own selfishness."

"Don't you approve of Xiaojing starting this kind of club, Youjie-senpai?" Stella didn't seem to dislike Wen Xiaojing starting this club. To avoid any unpleasantness, I could only say, "No, that's not it. After all, it's unprecedented, so I think it's a good idea. Ahaha."

I felt like I was stretching the truth. I honestly couldn't see the purpose of this club existing.

"But seeing how hard Xiaojing worked to establish this club, with so much dedication, I also want to help her with my own abilities," Stella said.

So, she's willing to sacrifice herself to fulfill Wen Xiaojing's selfish desires? I started to understand why Stella would obey Wen Xiaojing's orders. It seemed like she had fallen under some kind of spell.

"Stella is truly a good girl," I couldn't help but exclaim.

"I actually have a lot of shortcomings," Stella said shyly, her hands becoming a bit flustered and dropping her pen under the table. Seeing this, I prepared to reach out and pick it up, but to my surprise, Stella also reached out to pick up the pen, resulting in a very awkward situation.

"Ah..." Stella let out a scream.

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry," although I did indeed touch her hand, I didn't even have a chance to feel it. After picking up the pen again, I handed it to Stella.

"Um... Youjie senior, I was very rude just now," Stella quickly apologized.

"It's me, I'm really sorry," I didn't expect such a thing to happen suddenly, so much so that before Wen Xiaojing and the others arrived, Stella and I hadn't said a word to each other.