"What the hell, have you guys heard? Cheng Hao is actually a hidden rich heir!"

"No way! He seems just like any ordinary student. Doesn’t look like a trust fund kid at all."

"That’s ’cause he’s low-key. Let me tell you, that day in the classroom..."

Right now, the school group chats and Tieba forums were ablaze with heated discussions.

All because yesterday, everyone saw Cheng Hao publicly scold Yang Wei and his father. They even witnessed Yang Dianfeng not daring to utter a peep. Instantly, they were convinced he was a hidden rich heir.

Rich heirs aren’t rare. But what’s precious is Cheng Hao lacks that arrogant, spoiled attitude completely.

Instead, his personality is low-key and reserved. He never shows off or flaunts anything deliberately.

If this hadn’t blown up, no one would’ve linked him to being a rich heir.

At first, everyone thought Cheng Hao was just handsome. No one considered who he truly was. Now, they’re stunned by this truth.

Commonly, rich heirs are seen as arrogant troublemakers—basically unlikable. But Cheng Hao is the exact opposite.

Seriously, which girl can resist a guy this handsome with such a good personality?

Now, the school girls have zero spectator mentality. Instead, they’re filled with regret.

If only they’d known earlier, they’d have competed with Ye Xinran. Even if she’s the campus beauty, what if Cheng Hao’s blind to her charms?

Meanwhile, in the dorm room.

Naturally, Ye Xinran’s three roommates had heard the news. They sat together, chattering excitedly about it.

They never expected that handsome junior was actually a hidden big shot.

"What’s going on? Did Xinran know this all along?"

"Probably. Otherwise, why’d she care so much about that junior?"

"Not necessarily. Someone from Xinran’s background doesn’t need to climb the social ladder. I think she saw good character in him."

The trio discussed Cheng Hao. None believed Ye Xinran cared for his family wealth.

Instead, they all agreed she admired his noble, low-key qualities.

But they were puzzled. If Ye Xinran knew Cheng Hao’s identity, he should know her too.

So why did he act like "I’m not familiar with the campus beauty at all"?

Thinking this, the roommates fell silent. No matter how hard they pondered, no answer came.

Finally, they turned to Ye Xinran on her bed.

But Ye Xinran hadn’t heard a word. She just propped her chin on her hand, lying there lost in thought.

She wasn’t worried about the classroom incident. To her, Yang Wei and his father were insignificant nobodies. She didn’t care.

What bothered her was Cheng Hao’s cold attitude.

She’d invited him to eat that day. He actually refused. It made Ye Xinran slightly angry.

This jerk was truly despicable!

She’d put in so much effort. Hinted at him countless times.

Yet he still couldn’t recognize her. Did she really have to reveal her identity herself?

Just as Ye Xinran was fuming, her phone beeped.

Cheng Hao: "Zihan, what’s wrong? You haven’t replied all day?"

Ye Zihan: "Hmph. You’re asking me? What’s with you and that campus beauty?"

Cheng Hao broke out in a cold sweat. So Ye Zihan knew too.

"Nothing much. Just a misunderstanding. Don’t get mad, okay?"

Since she asked, she knew anyway. Better to confess early than face interrogation.

"I won’t get mad. Tell me."

"The campus beauty forced me to her open class yesterday. This pest chasing her kept buzzing in our ears. I couldn’t stand it. I happened to know his dad, so I used my status to shut him up. Didn’t expect my background to blow up."

"Really? Will it mess up your life?"

"Not really. But I’m terrified the senior campus beauty will message me. You have no idea how scary she is."

Ye Xinran ground her teeth in fury. She almost threw her phone down. But she calmed quickly. Patiently, she typed:

"How scary can a girl be? She clearly likes you. Don’t deny it!"

She expected denial. Instead, his reply shocked her: "I think she likes me too... but I know why."

Ye Xinran’s face flushed instantly. After all this waiting, had this jerk finally realized her identity?

"Why?"

"Probably ’cause I’m handsome..."

Cheng Hao wasn’t being narcissistic. He genuinely couldn’t think of another reason.

At first, he believed Ye Xinran wouldn’t like someone just for looks. She wasn’t shallow.

But they’d only met recently. Day one of military training, she brought him ice cream. Later, she cooked sweet soup for him. Dragged him to open classes. Always acting shy, sneaking glances...

If he missed her feelings after all that, he’d be an idiot.

"Pfft. Shameless!"

Seeing Ye Xinran blush helplessly, how thick-skinned was this jerk?

Admittedly... he was handsome. But she couldn’t like him for such a shallow reason.

"Besides that, I truly can’t think why she’d like me."

"Be honest. Are you moved by her?"

"Moved? No. Heart attacks happen often though..."

"Is she really that scary? If she messages again, what’ll you do?"

"Not sure. She’s sent several today. I didn’t dare reply. Afraid she’s scheming something..."

Ye Xinran’s face burned red. This jerk was so annoying.

Was she really a detestable woman in his eyes?

But soon, a smile touched Ye Xinran’s lips. "Anyway, reply to her first. Or people will think you’re rude."

"Huh? Aren’t you angry?"

"Why be mad others like my boyfriend? It proves my taste and your charm."

"You finally admitted I’m your boyfriend?" Cheng Hao was overjoyed.

"Who admitted that? I typed an extra ‘boy’ by accident. Unless you recognize me, don’t even dream it." A blush spread across Ye Xinran’s cheeks. She added:

"Alright, just reply to her. I’m showering. Chat later."

"Okay, got it."

Afterwards, Ye Xinran switched to her other WeChat account. She’d use the exact same sticker packs as Ye Zihan. Bombard him with them!

If he still didn’t get it, Ye Xinran would eat this phone right here on the spot!