Meeting you in autumn

Emerging from the examination hall, the two fled like birds escaping their cage, eager to leave the tense atmosphere. Their steps were light and firm as they headed straight for the still deserted school cafeteria.

"Wow, Yi! I never thought we'd be the first people from Zhaoyi Middle School to eat in the cafeteria today!" Guan Yu exclaimed, her eyes wide with surprise and delight, as if it were some kind of incredible achievement.

Looking at her adorable appearance, Jing Yi's lips curled up slightly, revealing a gentle smile: "Yes," he replied softly, his eyes filled with doting affection for the girl before him.

Then, the two walked together to the food window and skillfully ordered their favorite dishes. Then, just like countless times before, they tacitly chose a seat by the window. Sunlight streamed through the window, casting dappled shadows on the table.

"Ah Yi, I suddenly thought of a question. Which university do you plan to go to in the future?" Guan Yu asked, looking up at Jing Yi with curiosity and anticipation in her eyes as she put food into her mouth.

Upon hearing this, Jing Yi paused for a moment, his chopsticks still in his hand, and fell into a brief state of contemplation.

"Kyoto University, maybe..." His voice was somewhat uncertain, as if even he himself was not quite sure of the answer.

In fact, Jing Yi had never seriously considered whether to continue his university studies. He firmly believed that he was capable enough to make a name for himself in society.

Moreover, he had an even more important goal in mind—to make Jing Shengtian, who had hurt his mother, pay a heavy price for what he had done.

Then, he slowly shifted his gaze to Guan Yu, his originally sharp eyes involuntarily softening as he asked softly, "And what about Xiao Yu? Is she planning to go to Peking University?"

Upon hearing this, Guan Yu was stunned for a moment, unsure how to respond. In truth, she hadn't yet decided whether or not she should go to Peking University.

However, at this moment she could not honestly tell the other person her true thoughts, so she could only pretend to be calm, lower her head, pretend to be focused on eating, and mumble a few "uh-huhs".

Seeing Guan Yu's reaction, the man's lips curled up slightly, revealing a doting smile, and he said, "If that's really the case, then I will definitely go with Xiao Yu'er."

Upon hearing this, Guan Yu's delicate body trembled violently, and a ripple of emotion stirred within her.

But she quickly regained her composure, remaining silent, only nodding somewhat confusedly.

Shortly after the two finished their meal, the first exam came to an end. At this moment, other students poured into the cafeteria like a tide, and the entire cafeteria became bustling with activity.

Just then, Chen Fang, Shen Jia, and the others entered the cafeteria. They immediately spotted Jing Yi and Guan Yu, who had just finished eating and were about to leave.

"You two are really fast!" Chen Feng couldn't help but tease when he saw this.

Upon hearing this, Guan Yu blushed slightly, scratched her head awkwardly, and replied with a smile, "Oh dear, it's not like it's the first time I've been this fast."

After speaking, she secretly glanced at Jing Yi beside her, only to see that he looked indifferent, as if he was already used to this kind of scene.

"Alright, alright, I know you two are amazing, don't slow us down to get to our food," Chen Fang said, rubbing his forehead with a hint of helplessness.

"Chen Fang, what do you mean!" Jing Yi said with a stern face.

Seeing this, Chen Fang's heart tightened, and he quickly smiled apologetically, "Oh, Brother Yi, I was just joking." As he spoke, he quickly hid behind Chen Feng like a startled rabbit.

Seeing this, the others standing to the side could no longer hold back and burst into laughter. The laughter echoed in the cafeteria, instantly easing the tense atmosphere.

At this moment, Guan Yu quickly scanned the crowd present, but did not find Feng Ming.

She frowned, full of doubt, and asked, "Where did Brother Feng Ming go? Why can't I see him?"

Upon hearing Guan Yu's question, Shen Jia quickly replied, "Oh, Feng Ming said he had some things to take care of, so he went out just now."

After hearing this, Guan Yu seemed to have some questions she wanted to ask, but before she could speak, Jing Yi grabbed her arm and pulled her out the door without saying a word.

Guan Yu felt somewhat helpless, but she couldn't break free from Jing Yi's strong hand, so she had no choice but to obediently follow him out.

The two strolled through the campus, occasionally hearing birdsong. At that moment, a gentle breeze blew by, ruffling Guan Yu's hair.

Jing Yi reached out and gently tucked her ear behind his ear. The movement was so gentle and natural that Guan Yu's heart raced as she felt Jing Yi's warmth.

"Aren't we being a bit too blatant? What if the teacher finds out?" Guan Yu asked worriedly, looking at the two of them.

"Heh~, now you're starting to worry?" Jing Yi's lips curled up slightly, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes.

Guan Yu's face flushed instantly. She lowered her head and mumbled softly, "I... I was just afraid of being found out by the teacher..."

Suddenly, Jing Yi stopped, pulled Guan Yu into his arms, and whispered in her ear, "Don't worry, I'm here, nothing will happen."

Guan Yu's body trembled slightly. She could feel Jing Yi's breath on her neck, bringing a tingling sensation. Her heart pounded as if it would jump out of her throat.

The two hugged for a while, then Jing Yi let go of her and took her hand as they walked towards the classroom.

In the following two days of exams, both Jing Yi and Guan Yu handed in their papers and left early. As the bell rang for the last exam, the entire teaching building was filled with the sound of desks being moved around.

"Phew~~ Finally finished the exam, I'm so tired!" Chen Fang couldn't contain his excitement as he stepped out of the exam room. He stretched and looked exhausted.

"Let's go move the tables, or the teacher will beat you to a pulp," Chen Feng said, patting his shoulder as he came up behind him.

"Huh? Ouch!" Chen Fang was horrified when he heard that he had to move a table. His face was full of pain and impatience, but in the end he still obediently went to move the table.