Meeting you in autumn

He looked around and then said, "The second thing is that Laicheng Group is organizing a math competition. This is a rare opportunity and the level of difficulty is extremely high. Even math teachers might not be able to do it. Considering all aspects, we've decided that only Jing Yi and Guan Yu from our class will participate. Does everyone agree?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the students who knew their own limitations shouted "Agreed!" loudly. After all, his ability was undeniable; he got full marks every time he took an exam.

However, one person in the corner didn't think so. He was filled with resentment and dissatisfaction, clenching his fists tightly as if he were plotting something, but no one noticed this little episode.

"Jing Yi, Guan Yu, the date is the 23rd of this month. The opponents are very strong, so you two need to be fully prepared," said Li Xiang, the homeroom teacher, looking at them with approval and satisfaction in his eyes.

"Yes, we will, teacher," Guan Yu replied earnestly, no longer embarrassed.

In contrast, Jing Yi gave a curt "hmm" and went about his own business.

The teacher wasn't annoyed; she was used to it. She tidied herself up and left.

"Laicheng Group handled this? Why didn't my brother tell me about this?" Chen Fang muttered to himself after the homeroom teacher left.

"Don't you even know your own level? Do you think Brother Chen would talk to you?" Chen Feng said sarcastically, as if looking at an idiot.

What level am I?

"Lowest grade"

"Pfft~" Guan Qing couldn't help but laugh. She had been secretly watching Chen Feng, so when she heard him retort to Chen Fang, she happened to overhear this line and couldn't control her laughter.

Chen Feng was momentarily stunned by her smile, then quickly looked away and coughed lightly.

Two "ding-ding" sounds rang out, and the people around stared at each other, their eyes seemingly saying, "Who's so bold as to bring a cell phone?" They all tried to find the source of the sound.

At this moment, Jing Yi calmly took out a cell phone from the table.

Those around: "..."

It's true that those who excel academically have an advantage; they dare not say anything, nor dare to provoke them.

Jing Yi glanced at the message that had just been sent to her phone. Her previously calm face suddenly turned serious, and her expression gradually darkened.

Without hesitation, he immediately turned off his phone. The screen, which had just lit up, went dark again in less than a minute. He gripped the phone tightly, his fingers tightening as if he wanted to crush it.

Guan Yu, who was beside him, noticed his change and immediately took his hand, asking with some concern, "Ayi, what's wrong? Did something happen?"

"It's alright," Jing Yi said, squeezing her hand in return, feeling her breath and warmth.

"I might not be able to take you home later. I have to go home first. You go back with Feng Ming. Send me a message when you get home, okay?" Jing Yi suppressed his displeasure and spoke to her as gently as possible.

"Ah Yi, what happened?" Guan Yu asked, a hint of unease creeping in.

In the past, no matter what important things happened, he would always take her home on time, unless today was a truly serious matter.

"I'm fine, it's just that something came up at home and I need to go back to take care of it, sweetie." He realized that his little girl must have noticed something, so he told her in advance to avoid making her worry unnecessarily.

"Okay, then you absolutely mustn't get into any trouble."

"Mmm," he gently stroked her hair, his eyes filled with tenderness and love.

After class, Jing Yi left in a hurry. The others looked at Guan Yu with confusion, as if to say, "Did you two have another fight?"

Guan Yu looked at the group of people staring with wide eyes and knew they had misunderstood. She laughed and said, "No, what's wrong with your eyes? A-Yi had something to do at home today, so he went ahead."