Meeting you in autumn

After the classroom returned to silence, the homeroom teacher cleared her throat and continued, "Now we'd like to announce the third place winner of this exam—Feng Ming. His results are also outstanding. He not only ranked third in the class but also fourth in the grade, and even achieved a commendable tenth place in the joint exam. That's quite impressive!"

As the homeroom teacher spoke, the students applauded again to congratulate Feng Ming.

"The two students who deserve the most praise are Guan Qing and Chen Fang. Guan Qing took a month off, but still did well on the exam and ranked 4th in the class."

"As for Chen Fang, he usually seems unreliable, but he's reliable when it really matters."

"Chen Fang, you're pretty good, kid!" Chen Feng couldn't help but punch Chen Fang in the back, saying happily. "Just average, I haven't even used my full strength yet."

Hearing these arrogant words, Feng Ming and the others rolled their eyes, muttering to themselves, "This kid, he's got a big head on his shoulders after being given a little bit of credit!"

When the final bell rang, all the students rushed forward, eager to see their grades.

At this moment, the homeroom teacher came down from the stage, patted Chen Fang on the shoulder, and said, "You did well on this test. Keep up the good work. Come back after class to pick up your phone." After saying that, he walked away.

Upon hearing his homeroom teacher's words, Chen Fang's eyes widened, and he froze on the spot, unable to believe that his teacher was actually going to return his phone. This was not his usual style!

Chen Fang, realizing what was happening, immediately followed, leaving Guan Yu and the others looking at each other in bewilderment. Shen Jia looked at Chen Feng, her eyes saying, "Is he really that favored?"

Chen Feng shrugged, indicating that he didn't understand. Then Shen Jia walked over and put her arm around Guan Yu's shoulder with one hand, saying casually, "Xiao Yu, you have to treat us to dinner today, it's not for nothing that you did so well on the exam."

Guan Yu gently extended her finger and tapped her forehead with a hint of helplessness, saying softly, "Alright, you little glutton, shall we go eat at a roadside stall or a restaurant? It's up to you!"

The girl blinked her bright eyes and shook her head coquettishly, saying, "No, I just want to eat Aunt Su's cooking. It smells so good!"

Guan Yu's lips curled up slightly, revealing a knowing smile, and she teased, "Alright, Shen Jia, so you've been planning this all along. Fine, whatever you say!"

Then, Guan Yu turned her head and looked at Jing Yi, who was standing to the side, and warmly invited, "Yi, why don't you come to my house for dinner today?"

As she spoke, Guan Yu looked at Jing Yi with anticipation, seemingly hoping to receive a positive answer.

Upon hearing this, Jing Yi slowly raised his head, met Guan Yu's gaze, a mischievous smile playing on his lips, and asked in return, "Ayu, do you miss me?"

Guan Yu was a little embarrassed by his frivolous words. She pouted and turned her face away in a huff, but after a while, she couldn't help but nod gently in agreement.

Seeing her shyness, Jing Yi stopped teasing her. If she got really angry, it would be troublesome if she couldn't be coaxed back.

He slowly approached her, saying with a doting expression, "I will definitely go!" As soon as he finished speaking, he playfully reached out and touched Guan Yu's ear.

Startled, Guan Yu dashed to Feng Ming's side and stammered an excuse, "Um... Brother Feng Ming, Jing Yi and the others are coming home for dinner with us today. Could you tell Aunt Su to buy some extra groceries?"

“Okay, sure,” Feng Ming replied after hearing her words.

Then, noticing that her ears were bright red, he asked, puzzled, "Xiaoyu, why are your ears so red?"

"Ah, it's okay, it's okay."

Jing Yi, who had been observing Guan Yu the whole time, burst out laughing uncontrollably when he heard Feng Ming's words.

Seeing this, Guan Yu quickly sat back down, glared at him a few times, and said somewhat angrily, "Stop laughing."

Seeing Guan Yu's distress, Jing Yi immediately suppressed a smile, then leaned closer to her and whispered, "I was wrong."

Guan Yu wasn't angry with him, but felt a little embarrassed. She then nudged him to sit down.

…………

After a long and busy day of studying, the afterglow of the setting sun shone on the campus paths, illuminating the slightly tired yet still energetic figures of several students.

They joked and played around with each other, chatting happily as they walked towards Guan Yu's house.

When they arrived at Guan Yu's door, before anyone else could make a move, Shen Jia rushed inside like a cheerful little bird.

She rushed to Su Shu, who was busy in the living room, opened her arms wide and hugged Su Shu tightly, saying in a coquettish tone, "Aunt Su, I'm here! Did you miss me?"

The sudden hug startled the unsuspecting Su Shu, but she quickly recovered.

Looking at the innocent, lively, and adorable girl in front of her, just like her own Xiaoyu, Su Shu's heart softened instantly.

She gently raised her hand and tenderly stroked Shen Jia's smooth hair, smiling as she replied, "Oh, you little rascal, Aunt Su missed you too!"

Hearing Aunt Su's kind words, Shen Jia seemed to feel extremely satisfied. She subconsciously rubbed her face against Aunt Su's warm embrace before reluctantly letting go.

Just then, Su Shu noticed the other students standing to the side and greeted them warmly, "Kids, you're all here! The food will be ready soon, just wait a few more minutes."

"Okay, Aunt Su, no rush," Chen Fang replied with a smile.

"Alright, don't just stand there, everyone find a place to sit down and rest. I need to hurry back to the kitchen to continue cooking!"

With that, Su Shu turned and hurried towards the kitchen. Immediately afterwards, the kitchen echoed with the crisp sound of a spatula clashing against a wok—swish, swish, swish…

Then, as if they had found a support, the group huddled together, silently watching the ever-changing images on the television.

Before long, the group disappeared from the living room and headed to the kitchen to help bring the prepared dishes to the table.

Aunt Su stood in the kitchen, spatula in hand, her eyes gently watching the children's busy figures. A warm and sweet feeling suddenly welled up in her heart.

Especially when she saw how well and happily Xiaoyu got along with them, her heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally slowly settled down.