While looking at Liu Siyu who was constantly staring at him, LingFan was contemplating Liu Siyu's recent proposal. From LingFan's perspective, Liu Siyu's proposition was perfectly acceptable. It posed no problems at all. He could easily acquire two credits and solve his urgent predicament. Furthermore, it did not seem that he would need to go through much hassle. However, LingFan couldn't figure out why Liu Siyu would help him. He was the most disadvantaged in class with no one knowing his circumstances nor where he lived. Clearly, few were as around as unfortunate as him.

After several minutes of contemplation, LingFan still couldn't understand why Liu Siyu proposed such a helpful suggestion. From his viewpoint, he would probably avoid initiating such a troublesome situation. It seemed that his intelligence might need a bit more improvement. LingFan suddenly recalled a phrase, 'As humans, we ought to be kind.'

Monitor Liu is a wonderful individual with excellent character and grades. LingFan felt he might have been too suspicious and cynical in such an innocent student era, absent of manipulation and conniving strategies. Also, LingFan started to feel embarrassed under Liu Siyu's continual gaze.

"I must say that your proposal has certainly been beneficial. Thank you for considering my situation, Monitor Liu. I will gratefully accept your favor." Having made a decision, LingFan expressed his sincere gratitude with a smile. Liu Siyu was momentarily stunned.

LingFan typically maintained a poker face, his expression hardly ever changing. But it couldn't be denied that he had a rather attractive smile. Upon this realization, Liu Siyu felt her cheeks flushing.

"We are classmates. It's our duty to help each other. Don't be so formal!" Liu Siyu patted her red face, calming herself down.

"Haha, you're actually right. I was being dramatic. By the way, Monitor Liu, what club are you in?"

"The music club," she answered.

"Music, eh?" LingFan mumbled. At that moment, a system panel popped up before his eyes where the category 'Music' under the skill 'Education LV2' brightened indicating that he could add points to it. However, he didn't have any extra skill points at the moment.

These points which were akin to attribute points, were not easy to earn. Achieving such required task completion or triggering certain hidden terms. LingFan, who was deeply interested in this system that followed him, folded his arms and lowered his head, pondering where to obtain a skill point to try this out. Meanwhile, Liu Siyu's gaze was fixed on LingFan.

Should LingFan join the music club, he would undoubtedly be in her sight. Liu Siyu thought of such a prospect.

"Your meals are served. Please enjoy." The waitress who had advised on the couple's combo caught Liu Siyu staring at LingFan who seemed to be lost in his thoughts. The waitress felt a pang of sympathy for Liu Siyu, feeling her dining companion was somewhat insensitive.

Despite her thoughts, she maintained her professionalism and served the meal.

"Monitor Liu, let's dig in. I am quite the savage eater, so please pardon me," LingFan said casually, already picking up his cutlery eagerly.

"Sure, eat all you want. Don't starve yourself," Liu Siyu replied, her eating manners much more refined as compared to LingFan's primitive style. LingFan initiated conversation with Liu Siyu as they dined, talking about all sorts of things. Since both of them were high achievers, their main topic of discussion revolved around their study matters. Liu Siyu was astonished after a while, realizing that LingFan's knowledge base was much broader than hers. She subconsciously began consulting LingFan on matters that she struggled with academically.

Being an experienced tutor, LingFan was able to systematically address the difficult academic issues that Liu Siyu brought up.However, LingFan overlooked one issue. Since the level of difficulty for most of competition subjects was as simple as "1+1=2" in LingFan's perspective, he hardly felt any challenges when answering them. The tricky questions posed by Liu Siyu were to him, maybe, just slightly more challenging than "1+1=2". By the end of a meal, Liu Siyu was left with a lingering doubt. How could it be possible that LingFan only ranked around the 20th place? Being an intelligent girl, however, she did not put the question forward.

Without a doubt, you get what you pay for. Although the meal cost LingFan hundreds of dollars, the extraordinary taste was well worth it. LingFan patted his stomach contentedly, and then left the restaurant named "Golden Bull" with Liu Siyu.

"Thanks for the treat, LingFan. I'm sorry if I made you splurged," Liu Siyu said, smiling brightly at LingFan.

"No worries, it was nothing. To be honest, I also enjoyed the meal. I really appreciate your reminder about the credit issue," he replied.

"Well, it's my job as Monitor Liu," she responded.

"Nah, I owe you one. If you ever need my help with anything, just let me know," LingFan said, showing his limits; this was not about shamelessness, but decency.

"Is that a promise?" Liu Siyu asked gleefully.

"Yes, it's a standing offer. You have my word," LingFan nodded.

The two of them chatted idlely, and before they knew it, they reached the spot where LingFan had first ran into Liu Siyu that day.

"Hey, isn't that LingFan? And Siyu, what are you doing here?" A familiar voice rang out.

As LingFan looked toward the source of the sound, he was met with a familiar face, Xue Lingyun. A girl who had been sitting in front of him for over two years, with a distinctive melon-seed face accompanied by a ponytail; full of energy and life, in complete contrast to LingFan who was always listless.

Lan Xiaoyue arranged for Xue Lingyun to sit in front of LingFan with the idea that good habits might rub off on him. LingFan, however, remained stubborn and unchanging, leading Lan Xiaoyue to abandon that plan.

It felt like all the people LingFan hadn't seen in years had all popped up today. How come he ran into so many acquaintances just by going out for a meal? Liu Siyu and Xue Lingyun had been really good friends.

"Good evening, Lingyun. I just happened to be shopping on this street when I came across LingFan, so we had a little chat," Liu Siyu answered casually, suggesting that it wasn't her first time here. LingFan, however, noticed that Liu Siyu was tightly clutching her skirt.

"Is that so? I just received a notice from Monitor Liu, and we were chatting about it when I saw you," LingFan added.

"Is it just a coincidence that you two bumped into each other?" Xue Lingyun asked, keeping her gaze firmly on LingFan as if she was trying to read his mind. However, Liu Siyu stayed silent this time, which concerned LingFan.

"Yes, Xue Lingyun, you have to believe me," LingFan said, observing that Liu Siyu remained quiet, and decided to stick with her previous explanation.

"That's...a lie..." Xue Lingyun muttered, barely audible in the bustling street, so LingFan didn't hear it.

Noticing that his gaming time was running short, and not wanting to be a third wheel any longer, LingFan cast a glance at his phone and prepared to leave."Since you're here, you guys enjoy your time. It appears you have a prior arrangement here. I have something to attend to, so I’ll leave first.” LingFan made an astute excuse.

"We didn't actually have an appointment. Besides... since you have matters, just proceed. Remember to bring my handkerchief on Monday."

"Lingyun, you lent your handkerchief to LingFan?" Liu Siyu was evidently surprised.

"Yes, LingFan was sleeping in class this afternoon and began drooling. I lent him my handkerchief. He said he would clean it and return it to me on Monday."

Upon hearing this, LingFan felt extremely awkward. Lingyun had a knack for drawing out unimportant details.

Coming back to the issue, LingFan had a rather poor sleep posture for the first time. He planned to just wipe the drool off his face with his clothes, but Lingyun spotted him and insisted on using her handkerchief to clean it. He felt embarrassed and promised her he'd clean and return it.

"LingFan, you truly are a pervert, using a girl's handkerchief to wipe your drool, and even keeping it at your home. Are you planning on doing something inappropriate with it?" Liu Siyu looked at LingFan as if he was a maniac.

"Siyu, LingFan is not that type of person. I've sat in front of him for a long time. I do know a bit about him.” Lingyun helped LingFan explain.

In the crucial moment, Lingyun stepped up to defend him. All these years of helping her with difficult questions paid off. Lingyun’s grades were not as good as LingFan's, so she occasionally asked LingFan for help.

“Miss Liu, there should be trust among people. So, you should trust me a bit more. I'll take my leave now. Enjoy yourself.” LingFan dropped that line and made a quick exit.

Instead, Liu Siyu barely said anything and just kept staring at LingFan's retreating figure until he disappeared in the crowd.

"Siyu, Siyu~" Lingyun waved in front of Liu Siyu's eyes.

"Ah, I'm fine. Let's go." Liu Siyu snapped back to reality and took her best friend's hand to leave the moment LingFan’s figure disappeared.