Capital City.

The day after Xiaofan and Li Kuo had left for a week.

Originally, it was thought that orchestrating a scene where Liu Siyan caught Ye Xiaofan and Huang Shanshan could completely damage their relationship.

However, Ye Weiwei forgot to account for one person: Chen Mengying.

Indeed, if it weren't for Chen Mengying, the plan might not have been completely successful, but at least it would have had some effect.

But because Liu Siyan had the comfort of the meticulous and intelligent Chen Mengying by her side, she managed to calm down and dispel the misunderstanding.

During the week Xiaofan was away, Ye Shaolong exerted great effort to get close to Liu Siyan, almost running into her three times a day at school and inviting her to dinner after club activities.

But Zhang Yuxuan, the club president, wasn't easy to deal with. Every meeting between him and Shaolong ended in fierce arguments.

In the end, Liu Siyan, unable to take it anymore, reluctantly agreed to one dinner invitation from Ye Shaolong.

However, when going to dinner, Chen Mengying would definitely accompany Liu Siyan.

She agreed to Ye Shaolong only to clarify that there was nothing between them and hoped he wouldn't waste his time and energy on her.

But Ye Shaolong, not thinking things through, entirely missed the underlying meaning of Liu Siyan's words. Afterward, he proudly reported to Ye Weiwei that he had successfully invited Liu Siyan to dinner.

This news was welcome for Ye Daqiao.

Seeing Xiaofan return, Ye Shaolong found that Liu Siyan and Ye Xiaofan left the school together for dinner again, suggesting their relationship wasn't as strained as previously thought.

The last setup was a spur-of-the-moment decision, and Ye Weiwei's plan wasn't that simple.

If Ye Xiaofan's presence was directly obstructing his brother Shaolong's interaction with Liu Siyan, then making him disappear from the school was the best solution.

So, how did Ye Weiwei plan to make Xiaofan leave the school? What agreement did she and Huang Shanshan reach?

"What? You plan to build farms and ranches in the remote mountains? And expand later?"

In a restaurant, Chen Mengying was surprised to hear Li Kuo mention their week in a remote mountain area.

"Not us, his own plan." Li Kuo quickly clarified.

"Xiaofan, while starting a business young isn't wrong, I read a bit about that area online. The climate is nice, but it's all mountains and ridges. Developing it will be costly, and if progress isn't made, it could easily result in losses."

"Wow, impressive, as expected from someone studying this field. I've decided, if my business reaches a certain scale, I'll definitely hire you as chief advisor." Xiaofan replied with a laugh, quite surprised to hear such insights from his old classmate.

"Xiaofan, I'm not joking."

"Neither am I."

"Siyan, aren't you going to talk sense into him?"

"What's there to say? There are a thousand ways to make money in Capital City; why go to the mountains? Why would he build a farm there? Think a bit, and you'll figure it out."

Indeed, a naturally clever woman.

No wonder Xiaofan considered Liu Siyan his goddess back in high school.

Body, looks, family background? No, Xiaofan was never mundane; Liu Siyan's early revealed talents left him in awe.

Even today, her words struck Xiaofan with surprise.

Yes, even Li Kuo, who witnessed everything, couldn't figure it out, but she did within a few remarks over two days—coincidence? Accident? Or her keen mind?

Liu Siyan shot Xiaofan a glance, not continuing. What's undeniable is that she knows Xiaofan best among those present. Xiaofan for money? No way. Why would anyone risk so much on a laborious and thankless mountain investment?

"Remarkable, indeed, a mind connection..." Li Kuo praised.

"..."

Today, Liu Siyan didn't argue much, just turned away, not looking at Xiaofan.

"Here, take a look; these are photos the village chief took of us that day. If you had been there, you'd have loved it. Look at these kids, so easily satisfied. Bringing them unfamiliar snacks, candies, school supplies, new clothes—things ordinary to city kids, yet treasures to them." Li Kuo showed photos on his phone.

Looking at the photos, Liu Siyan and Chen Mengying's eyes revealed regret. They really wished they'd gone; such a pity.

"Next time, can we join you?" Chen Mengying quickly asked, seeing Liu Siyan's thoughts.

"No problem, though there's no air conditioning, water heater, or WiFi at the lodging."

"I know, it's not a tourist trip."

The meal ended on a very harmonious note. Although Xiaofan and Liu Siyan exchanged no direct words, the atmosphere made them feel closer.

"Ah, I'm full. Time for a shower and rest..." Li Kuo suggested as it wasn't early anymore.

"It's still early. How about..." Chen Mengying seemed reluctant to end the night.

But Li Kuo kept motioning to her as if eager for something.

"Hmm? Ah, right, it is late. Li Kuo, can you drop me at the school on your way home? Siyan, you're going the same way as Xiaofan, go together."

"What? Hey, weren't you staying at my place tonight?"

"Hmm? I have something early tomorrow; can't make it..."

"Ah, what are you fussing about? Let's go, let's go." And off they went, Li Kuo urging Chen Mengying.

She quickly followed, leaving Xiaofan and Liu Siyan in the room.

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