A virtual princess? She's a real princess!

Chen Xing's words struck Bian Xiao like a thunderbolt. He was somewhat dazed throughout the day in class. Even after getting into his car with his backpack on, he was still lost in thought.

Mingko is a private school, and like several other schools, it is often photographed on social media during dismissal time.

Netizens jokingly say that luxury cars are everywhere. If you want to learn how to recognize car logos, just wait for these "princesses and nobles" to get out of school; you can find all the brands at once.

But even if you drive a luxury car, people don't dare to get close on the main road; there's still a traffic jam right in front of Mingke.

"Della, would you like some water?" Tina took Bian Xiao's backpack and put it away before pouring him a glass of water.

Then I saw Bian Xiao leaning back in his chair, his hand supporting his chin, his chubby cheeks peeking out the window.

Tina glanced outside as well; people and cars were coming and going, nothing special.

But usually, as soon as Bian Xiao gets in the car, he chatters away to Tina about school, as cute as a lively little bird.

What's wrong with me today?

Could it be that someone is bullying Miss Della?

She shouldn't have gone back to China. In the elite schools in the US, who would dare bully little Della? But in China, the Lesmondia family isn't well-known, and the young lady prefers to keep a low profile. Thinking about it that way, it's quite possible.

No, I definitely need to talk to my parents about this.

Remembering what Young Master Sadwell had told her before she came to China, Tina decided to tell him as soon as she got home.

A beautiful misunderstanding thus arises, but Bian Xiao is completely unaware of it.

"Tina doesn't need it."

How could that be? You know, the biggest illusion in the world is that they like me.

Xiao Shuyan is someone she's known since childhood, so it's normal for him to be nice to her. Zhouzhou is nice to her too, so it's impossible for her to like them all; that would be too narcissistic.

After Chen Xing and Bian Xiao parted ways at the school gate, Chen Xing got on the back seat of his mother's electric scooter.

"Mom, our little electric scooter is so much more convenient. There's always a traffic jam at the school gate, it's so annoying!" Chen Xing hugged her mother's waist and kept talking.

"Mom, do you still remember my good friend Xiaoxiao?"

“Of course I remember, you’ve been saying it for a month, how could Mom forget?” Chen’s mother tossed a helmet to her daughter and made her put it on.

Do you remember when I told you about the school heartthrob in our class?

"What's wrong? Does the school heartthrob like you?"

I was speechless for a moment. "Mom, you're really my mom, how could you still fantasize about the school heartthrob falling for me?"

“My daughter is tall and beautiful, isn’t it normal for the school heartthrob to be interested in her?” Mrs. Chen really didn’t think anything was impossible.

"Hey, I'm not going to talk about you. Anyway, I'm going to tell you something, hehe, the school heartthrob and Xiaoxiao are childhood sweethearts. After observing them for a month, I guarantee the school heartthrob likes Xiaoxiao!"

"Oh dear, do you know about their parents?"

"If Xiaoxiao doesn't know this, her parents probably don't know either."

"When are you going to bring someone back for me? The class heartthrob is fine, but I don't like guys who are too ugly."

"I won't date! I'm a high school student! Mom, are you even a responsible parent? You're actually encouraging a high school student to date!" Chen Xing shook her head and sighed. "The world is going to the dogs, people's hearts are no longer what they used to be!"

"Isn't high school the prime of youth? Perfect for dating. I've seen on Blue Whale (a Chinese dating website) that people often end up finding partners through school after all the ups and downs. It's great that you've found someone now. Students from your school aren't necessarily more reliable than men from other places, but at least their families are a good match for us."

Chen Xing automatically lets the word "blue whale" go in one ear and out the other. Her mother keeps pushing all sorts of random short videos on her every day.

"But we still need to focus on our studies. Dating is fine as it is, okay?"

"Okay, okay," she replied listlessly, her mind still racing with thoughts of Bian Xiao and Xiao Shuyan as a couple. She wondered if they could actually be together. Ah, the guy was handsome, and the girl was beautiful—they were such a perfect match.

And don't assume she can't see it; there were a few times when Li Xue went to see Xiao Shuyan, Bian Xiao would unconsciously look at her.

Aww, they're such a sweet couple.

Bian Xiao stared blankly out the window. Around the corner, two students were holding hands, the girl leaning against the tall boy. The car was going fast, and before he could see them clearly, the couple was left behind.

But that sweet atmosphere remained in Bian Xiao's mind.

To date.

When they got home, the car stopped at the door. Bian Xiao and Tina went inside, and the driver went to the garage to park.

"Wow, it smells so good!" Bian Xiao put aside his worries and was starving when he smelled the aroma of food as soon as he got home. A high school student's stomach is like a bottomless pit. Although he had eaten dinner at school, Bian Xiao could still eat a big bowl of late-night snack. The duck blood soup at home was delicious and refreshing.

Take a walk after meals to aid digestion without gaining weight.

"Hey, Brother Will?" Why are you calling all of a sudden, brother?

After receiving Tina's message, "Della" Sadwell postponed the scheduled meeting to take care of her sister's affairs first.

"Tina told me she wasn't in a good mood today?" The morning sunlight shone on the cold floor, but Sadwell's mood was not good.

"Huh? No, brother." Bian Xiao was dumbfounded. Maybe, no, it's a misunderstanding!

"Maybe I'm just thinking about something."

“Nobody’s bullying you, baby, tell your brother.” Sadwell glanced at a document and showed it to him.

"No, actually I was just thinking about which events I should sign up for at the sports meet." I'll just make up an excuse.

Her parents are great in every way, except they take her things too seriously. "Don't worry, brother, how could they possibly bully me? If anyone does bully me, I'll definitely tell you!"

Sadwell's heart softened at her sister's sweet coaxing. She leaned back in her chair, holding her phone in one hand and resting the other on her stomach. "Alright, as long as no one is bullying my little angel."

"Brother, I love you the most! I want Tina to take lots of pictures so you can see me at the sports meet!"

"Okay, I'm really looking forward to it."

Roscal did a good job this time; Sadwell signed it off, and "the meeting will begin normally in ten minutes."

“The Fed cuts interest rates…” George was reporting, while Sudwell sat at the head of the table, a gray suit vest encasing a mature and robust body with broad shoulders and narrow hips.

The man leaned back lazily in his chair, his gaze fixed on the documents in front of him, lost in thought. George, while giving his report, kept glancing at his boss's expression.

“I misspoke, it’s 3.178%,” Sadwell tapped the table with his finger. “George, Blue Maple is no longer what it used to be under your management. It’s been on a downward trend since last quarter. If you can’t do a good job, I’ll replace you.”

"Yes, I—"

At that moment, there was a knock on the conference room door.

Who would dare disturb the boss when he's angry? They're practically fearless. The knocking on the door made the meeting room even quieter.

The people in the meeting exchanged glances and looked on with curiosity at the person outside the door. What life-or-death matter could possibly interrupt the meeting?

A group of five people filed in, led by Peyton.

Oh, that must be a big deal, since it was Peyton who brought it to the meeting room.

Peyton is Sudwell's assistant, and even some of the company's senior managers can't afford to offend him.

Everyone strained their ears to listen to the group's movements, trying to see what was going on.

"Sir, the jadeite rough stones are all ready. They've come to report on the progress and ask for instructions on the style and requirements of the jewelry."

Huh? Jade? Jade can be compared to banks in the US? ???

Peyton is likely to get a scolding this time. Some people love to see others get scolded, especially Peyton, the secretary who's just using his position to bully others.

To everyone's surprise, Sadwell, who had just been lazily leaning back in his chair, sat up straight and said, "Speak..."

Several people in charge stepped forward one by one to explain the quality, size, and suitable style of the jadeite they had.

Sadwell circled each piece carefully, meticulously explaining his requirements. The large, emerald-green jade was almost the size of Sadwell's palm. "This one is of good quality, worthy of Della. Make it according to my specifications, and give it to Della once it's finished."

The people in charge noted down the requirements and prepared to leave.

The meeting continues.

No wonder, it was for Miss Della. I thought the boss had taken a fancy to some other woman.