Jiangyx Jiang had always had a good habit: reviewing English vocabulary before bed.

This habit had been ingrained in her since childhood. No matter how busy or tired she was, she memorized countless words to maintain her fluency.

—But today, she encountered a tiny mishap.

Jiangyx Jiang lay in bed, staring at her phone screen. Her fingers constantly swiped.

embarrassment, awkwardness.

shyness, bashfulness.

lovely, cute.

...Cute?

[This emoticon from the Class Rep is actually quite cute.]

"No wayyyyyy!!!!!!"

Jiangyx Jiang screamed, sat bolt upright, and slapped her cheeks twice. She instantly snapped out of her daze.

Jiangyx Jiang, Jiangyx Jiang, how could you sink so low! Have you forgotten years of study habits? This can't go on.

She lay back down, picked up her phone, and continued swiping—

privately, privately.

[...I never expected her to be like this in private.]

"That's not trueeeee you idiot!!!!"

Another scream erupted. Jiangyx Jiang pulled the blanket over her head, letting out muffled sobs.

Her roommates lay on their beds, silently watching her. Exchanging knowing glances, they opened their new private chat group.

[See, I told you! It's definitely a girl's first crush!]

[Exactly. What else explains her restlessness besides having someone special?]

[Hmm... I wonder who could make our Class Rep's heart flutter...]

[I can guess, but I won't say who.]

Though Jiangyx Jiang kept them awake, they felt no annoyance. Their faces glowed with pure curiosity.

Suddenly, a phone ringtone blared. Everyone held their breath. The sound came from Jiangyx Jiang's bed.

Jiangyx Jiang fumbled under the blanket, grabbed her phone, and pulled her hand back. Muffled, she said, "Hello, who is this?"

After a moment, her head popped out. She sat upright, flustered. "Y-you... why call so late!"

Oh ho?

Every eavesdropper's eyes lit up. They instantly sensed something different.

The words, the reaction, the suddenly softened tone—it screamed drama!

But no matter how hard they strained, they couldn't hear the other end. Jiangyx Jiang clutched the phone tightly. A boy's awkward, hesitant voice came through:

[Um... asleep yet?]

"If I were asleep, I'd come twist your head into a pretzel instead of chatting here."

Ugh, why do I talk like this... Am I an idiot? Why can't I be gentle with Cheng Yu...

Jiangyx Jiang regretted her words instantly. But the phone emitted a relaxed laugh.

[Good. I'd feel awful if I disturbed your rest.]

Wh-wh-what? Th-th-this idiot actually cares about me?

Jiangyx Jiang's head overheated, her mind spinning. Cheng Yu's actions seemed filtered, automatically beautified in her heart.

I still need to ask the Class Rep about Suzhan Yue. Better act humble now.

Cheng Yu switched to a gentler tone. "Actually... I didn't want to bother you late. But I have something important to discuss."

"Important matter" captivated Jiangyx Jiang. She fought her racing thoughts, replying softly:

[W-what is it...]

Hmm... hard to explain over the phone.

Cheng Yu thought briefly. Suzhan Yue's situation was complex. He answered bluntly:

"It's about a girl's next four university years... uh, who she'll live with?"

Suzhan Yue couldn't stay with her current roommates. He needed the Class Rep to request a dorm reassignment.

But as he finished, an incredibly cute squeal erupted from the phone. Cheng Yu froze, confused. He heard her flustered voice:

[Th-this this... isn't it too rushed! Must it be now...]

"I don't want to either... but it happened suddenly. No choice."

Cheng Yu glanced at Suzhan Yue. She sat silently on a bench, hugging her arms for warmth, looking docile.

"...If unresolved, I won't sleep well tonight."

Cheng Yu muttered, worried she'd catch a cold.

[...Mm, actually, me too.]

Huh?

Cheng Yu was confused.

Was she kicked out too? Did I ask the wrong person...

[...You mean, related to today's incident?]

Today's incident...?

Oh, right. The Class Rep saw Suzhan Yue with me at noon.

So she knows. No need to explain.

"Yes, exactly that. Glad you understand. I want to resolve this tonight. Class Rep, can you come down to meet me?"

Exhausted, Cheng Yu forgot their earlier awkwardness. He casually asked her out.

Jiangyx Jiang stayed silent for a long time. Then she softly replied:

[Wait at the girls' dorm entrance... I'll come down soon.]

"Okay, I'll wait."

Cheng Yu sighed in relief, smiling. Jiangyx Jiang let out a soft whimper before hanging up.

"Let's go. My friend agreed to help. We'll find her now."

"Really?!"

Suzhan Yue stood excitedly. Then, as if remembering something, she softly asked:

"Your friend... is she a girl?"

"Hm? Yes, of course I'd ask a girl to help. Problem?"

"...No."

Suzhan Yue shook her head. She wondered what kind of girl Cheng Yu trusted first, willing to help late at night.

An indescribable, unprecedented emotion swirled in her heart.

Meanwhile, Jiangyx Jiang sat lost in thought after hanging up. As if deciding something, she clenched her fists and got out of bed.

"Sisters!"

She looked at her roommates seriously. "I need your help."