Xiao Qingqing simply drove off alone. A white-haired butler then led Ke’er and me past the villa’s grand hall, down a long corridor, and into the innermost room on the second floor.

“This is the second young miss’s room. I’ll leave the rest to you.”

The butler quietly departed, leaving only me and the little loli behind.

This was my first time stepping into a girl’s bedroom. Honestly? Exactly as expected: soft pink tones, cute stuffed animals scattered everywhere, stationery and books neatly arranged. Just the typical cozy girl’s room I’d imagined.

So cute! Of course a lovely girl like Xiao Ke’er should have a room like this!

As for Xiao Qingqing’s room—I haven’t seen it, but I can guess. Bet Senior Qingqing’s space is stuffed with indecent stuff! Hmph! Senior Qingqing! Nyah nyah nyah! She can’t threaten me now anyway. Time to vent a little behind her back!

Xiao Ke’er stood beside me, slightly shy. She whispered, “Hello, Xixi Jiejie! I’m Xiao Ke’er. Please take care of me.”

Mmm… No matter how I looked, she was just *so* adorable. I almost wanted to scoop her into my arms!

But being called “Jiejie” by such a cute little loli felt… complicated. A hint of embarrassment, mixed with a subtle flicker of pride.

“Mm, please take care of me too,” I forced a smile. “By the way, Ke’er, how old are you?”

“I’m eleven. Starting middle school soon.”

So she’s still in elementary school? Wow… elementary school girls really *are* amazing! (Girls only!)

Watching Ke’er’s round, sweet face, I couldn’t help letting out a slightly creepy uncle-like smile.

An awkward silence settled. Neither of us knew what to say.

Finally, Ke’er spoke up: “Xixi Jiejie… I have a few problems I can’t solve. Will you teach me?”

So eager! This girl really cares about studying. She reminded me of my own late-night cram sessions to get into Hyde Middle School. My heart warmed. I nodded firmly. “Sure! For the math Olympiad, I know some tricks. I’ll make sure you understand every question.”

“Mm! Hope Xixi Jiejie won’t think Ke’er is slow~ Oh! The room’s a bit messy. Let me tidy up first—”

“It looks perfectly fine! Where’s the mess?” I quickly stopped her.

But Ke’er gently brushed past me, placed the teddy bear from the floor onto the bed, and smiled softly. “Please wait, Xixi Jiejie. Ke’er will get your drink right away!”

“No trouble at all!”

“I can’t!” she insisted, eyes earnest. “Xixi Jiejie is an important guest! If I don’t serve a drink, Sister Qingqing will say Ke’er has no manners!”

Oh my… such a thoughtful, sweet girl! Ten thousand times better than Senior Qingqing!

I smiled warmly. “Then let me help! I know a thing or two about making drinks.”

“No, no!” She gently blocked me, flustered. “Guests shouldn’t work! And you’ll be tired tutoring clumsy Ke’er later. Please, let me do it!”

Wow… her upbringing is *impeccable*! I wish I could record this and show Xiao Qingqing what a truly lovely, well-mannered girl looks like!

“Just sit down, Xixi Jiejie! I’ll be quick!”

“Okay… thank you!”

I sat without suspicion. Ke’er nodded happily and left.

Silence. Just me.

I wouldn’t snoop—honestly, I had zero interest in anything in that wardrobe. I sat quietly, waiting for little sister Ke’er’s drink.

*Yes.* This is what a proper young lady is like! Not like that icy devil Senior Xiao Qingqing, always cold, always scheming to bully me.

Hmph. This time, I’ll build a real bond with sweet Ke’er. Then I’ll finally have the confidence to stand tall in front of Xiao Qingqing!

Just then, Ke’er returned, carefully cradling a cup. “Xixi Jiejie! Drink’s here!”

I hurried to the door and took it—orange juice, right?

“Thank you, Ke’er!”

“It’s nothing! Hehe, try it! Ke’er squeezed it fresh!”

She beamed, eyes sparkling with hope. I took a sip.

“How is it?”

“Mmm! Really good!”

To my surprise—it *was* delicious. Nothing like a child’s clumsy attempt. This flavor? She could open a shop!

“Hehe, it’s Ke’er’s specialty! Sister Qingqing loves it too!”

Pure joy. I took a few more sips, savoring it.

“Xixi Jiejie… do you like Ke’er’s handiwork?”

“Of course! Best drink ever!”

I smiled, watching her radiant grin—and got momentarily lost in it. She was a budding beauty. Where Xiao Qingqing was cold elegance, Ke’er was a sunflower: warm, gentle, glowing with hopeful light.

So beautiful… but she’s *eleven*. Illegal! Lin, you beast! Brain, stop it!

“Xixi Jiejie?”

She tilted her head, confused by my flushed face.

I’m no thick-skinned guy, no creepy loli-con. Flustered, I gave an awkward smile, avoided her gaze, and gulped orange juice to calm down.

Phew. Small appetite. Still half the cup left.

Ke’er took it naturally. “Ke’er will finish it! We’re both girls—it’s fine!”

Before I could protest, she lifted the cup.

Wait—*indirect kiss*?!

With Xiao Qingqing’s little sister?! Such a pure, innocent girl?! Absolutely not!

“No, wait!”

Face burning, I lunged to take it—but hunger-weakened legs betrayed me. I stumbled. Tumbled. Orange juice splashed across the floor… and Ke’er’s dress.

One hand braced on the floor. The other… resting exactly where it shouldn’t be.

I usually love fresh steamed buns—small, soft. I’d gently pinch them before tasting. And right now—

“Mmm~”

A soft, flustered sound escaped her lips. Her cheeks flushed crimson. Big eyes wide with shy confusion. “Xixi Jiejie… where… where are you touching?!”

I froze. *Slap myself. Now.*

Wait—what am I *doing*?! She’s *eleven*! In elementary school! How could I have such thoughts about this pure, sweet, well-mannered girl?! And *act* on them?!

“S-sorry! Ke’er! It was an accident!”

Scrambling up, face on fire. Ke’er looked dazed—glancing at her stained dress, then at my scarlet face.

“Mm… not Xixi Jiejie’s fault. Ke’er was being forward,” she murmured, head lowered.

Oh no. Total disaster.

I snatched tissues. “Let me wipe your dress!”

“Wiping won’t help. I’ll just change!”

Ke’er stood, completely unruffled—and right before my eyes, began unfastening her dress’s waistband… and the shoulder straps…