"Alright, since we've met, I'll take you to complete enrollment and give you a campus tour," Qian Wang said, leading Ouyang Qianxue into the school gates.

The moment they stepped inside, Qianxue was awestruck. The entire campus radiated European elegance, every flower and shrub meticulously arranged.

"This isn’t a school—it’s a garden!"

"Hmph, don’t be so easily impressed. We’ve only just entered Cherry Blossom Academy’s gates."

"R-really?" A trace of nervousness flickered in Ouyang Qianxue’s chest at the thought of spending three years here.

"Look over there!"

"Whoa… such a stunning girl!"

Students along the path began noticing Ouyang Qianxue. His golden hair stood out vividly, and his flawless features made him impossible to ignore.

"Do I look strange?" Ouyang Qianxue asked Qian Wang uneasily, catching the stares.

"Not strange—just blindingly gorgeous! I’m so jealous. How do you even get skin like this?" Qian Wang pouted, pinching his cheek. "And these lashes! These big eyes! Why did heaven give everything I want to a boy? So unfair!"

"Stop it. You’re beautiful too."

"Am… am I?" Qian Wang’s cheeks flushed.

"Beautiful. The most beautiful."

"Eep!" She pinched his waist hard. "That was so half-hearted!" Huffing, she stomped ahead while Ouyang Qianxue trailed behind, looking utterly wronged.

"Morning, Qian Wang!" Classmates swarmed them.

"Who’s that beauty beside you?" Girls whispered in Qian Wang’s ear; boys strained to listen.

"Him? A distant relative. Ouyang Qianxue. He’s transferring to Cherry Blossom today—I’m taking him to registration."

"Good morning," Ouyang Qianxue greeted politely.

"A transfer student? No wonder we’ve never seen such a beauty before."

"Too kind," he replied with a strained smile. He really didn’t want to be called "beautiful"—he was a boy, after all.

After enrollment, Ouyang Qianxue stood nervously outside Classroom 6, Grade 10. Inside, the homeroom teacher addressed the class:

"We have a new student joining us today."

"A transfer? Cherry Blossom’s entrance exams are brutal—transfer tests are even harder!" Murmurs rippled through the room.

"Hey, before class, I heard from another class about a golden-haired goddess who looks like a celebrity. Could it be her?"

"Seriously?!" Boys perked up instantly.

"Shallow!" A girl shot them a disdainful look. "Look at Bai Yuxuan—he hasn’t even glanced up. That’s how a real idol acts. You’re all just a bunch of losers." She gazed dreamily at Bai Yuxuan, who remained absorbed in his book, oblivious.

"Who you calling losers?! Your love-struck eyes are practically glued to Bai Yuxuan!"

"What did you say?!"

"Enough!" The teacher’s voice silenced the room. "Welcome our new classmate."

"Come in, Ouyang." The teacher’s words hung in the air as a golden-haired figure stepped inside. The classroom froze.

"I’m Ouyang Qianxue. I’ll be studying with you for the next three years. Please take care of me." He lifted his head slightly—and found every student gaping at him.

Panic surged through him.

*(Do I look weird? Is my cross-dressing exposed?!)*

"S-so cute!" one boy stammered.

Chaos erupted.

"Is she a celebrity?!"

"I declare Ouyang my goddess from this moment!"

"Does she have a boyfriend?"

"What’s her ideal boyfriend like?"

Ouyang Qianxue offered an awkward smile. "I’m single, but I’d like to focus on studies. No dating in high school for me."

Disappointed sighs rose from some boys; others stared with undimmed determination. Beads of sweat dotted Ouyang Qianxue’s forehead under their heated gazes.

The teacher intervened: "While Cherry Blossom doesn’t forbid relationships, studies come first. Since Ouyang wants to focus, gentlemen—be respectful. No harassment."

"Yes, teacher…" The boys slumped.

"Now, seating…" The teacher scanned the room. "Ah. Bai Yuxuan has an empty seat beside him. The usual occupant is on long-term leave. You’ll sit there, Ouyang."

"Thank you." Ouyang Qianxue walked toward the seat.

The girls shrieked.

"That seat was off-limits by mutual agreement!"

"Our gentleman’s pact is ruined!" They shot jealous glares at him.

"Oh no! Sending Ouyang to sit beside Bai Yuxuan is like throwing a lamb to the wolves!" A boy clutched his head in despair. Bai Yuxuan outclassed him in every way—and now had the home advantage.

"Why does Bai Yuxuan get all the luck?"

"Every pretty girl in school adores him. We finally had a chance with Ouyang, and now…" The boys wore expressions of impending doom.

"Nice to meet you, Bai Yuxuan," Ouyang Qianxue said politely.

Bai Yuxuan merely grunted "Hn" without looking up, turning a page of his book.