Yi Xinran watched Cheng Hao’s receding figure, an irresistibly radiant smile spreading across her lips.

From the moment she saw him, an indescribable joy had filled her heart.

Unfortunately, this oblivious idiot still hadn’t recognized her.

Yi Xinran had asked Cheng Hao to find her—not just to see him.

Well… that was the main reason, but there was another. Today, she wore the necklace he’d given her as a child.

A birthday gift on her seventh birthday.

Though he’d handmade it, and the design wasn’t pretty, she treasured it like a gem.

Yet this guy hadn’t noticed it at all.

Clearly, he wasn’t just a romantically oblivious guy—he was blind to details too.

“Xinran, what’s got you so happy?”

Back in class, her three roommates eyed the beaming Yi Xinran with puzzled looks.

Since she met Cheng Hao, they’d all noticed the ambiguous smile on her lips.

This aloof school beauty had completely lost her cool in front of that freshman.

Could it be… Yi Xinran was actually a tsundere?

Yi Xinran tilted her head with a soft smile. “Hm? Is it that obvious?”

Her roommates sweat-dropped.

It was more than obvious—she was grinning ear to ear.

“Xinran, be honest,” they chorused. “Do you like that freshman Cheng Hao?”

“N-no… If anyone should like first, it’s him liking me! Why should I like him first?”

A charming blush spread across her face as she turned away, stammering.

Seeing the school beauty so flustered, her roommates felt their worldview crumble.

We just asked if you like him—yes or no! Why get so shy?

And why dodge the question? That tone sounded exactly like a love-struck girl.

“Xinran… are we good sisters?” they asked seriously.

“Of course! Why ask that?” Yi Xinran replied, puzzled.

“Then why hide a secret relationship?”

“A secret relationship? I’m not!” She blinked her watery eyes, confused.

Her adorably clueless expression made them pause.

True—if she were dating, she’d have no reason to hide it.

She spent most time with them; they’d have spotted it.

So why was she so nice to Cheng Hao?

Bringing him ice cream on hot days, making him sweet soup, saying ambiguous things with suggestive tones and glances…

They made a bold guess: Could Yi Xinran be the one pursuing him?

It seemed unrealistic—hard to picture this aloof beauty taking initiative.

But Cheng Hao’s awkwardness and what they’d seen lately fueled the idea.

He wasn’t just stiff—he deliberately kept his distance.

It was obvious, but Yi Xinran’s dazzling school-beauty aura made everyone overlook it.

A smart girl like her must’ve realized he avoided her.

Yet she ignored his attitude and kept seeking him out…

If it were anyone else, it’d be confirmed. But with her? Doubtful.

This couldn’t be… right?

“Alright, stop overthinking—focus on class,” Yi Xinran said, ignoring their puzzled stares.

Less than a minute later, she clapped lightly. “Oh! Did you know orientation’s moved up?”

“Huh? Didn’t it usually happen after military training?”

“Yes, but check the forecast—Shanghai’s getting heavy rainstorms for days. School wants it done fast.”

As student council president, she’d gotten the news first.

“I see… but what’s it to us?”

“Everything! As seniors, we host a grand welcome. Right?” Yi Xinran smiled.

“That’s true… but why are you suddenly interested?”

They knew her well—she was only a figurehead president, rarely showing up.

“Ahem… just felt responsible,” she coughed, hiding embarrassment.

“This responsibility came way too suddenly!”

“Don’t sweat details. Tonight, you’re coming with me to the auditorium.”

“Okay…” They found her odd but didn’t dwell—it was their duty as council members anyway.

Sunlight glowed on Yi Xinran’s flawless face. Her eyes sparkled with unusual light as a bright smile flashed.

As president, she had powers ordinary students lacked—like assigning help.

She’d found a legitimate reason to meet Cheng Hao: asking him to help.

As president, bumping into him would be perfectly normal, right?

Only now did she remember this useful identity.

Hm… quite handy.

Hmph! This pig always avoids me.

This time, I’ll see where you hide.

A triumphant smile spread across her face, her heart sweeter than honey.