Chapter 82 – The Green Grass of the World

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Jian Mei didn’t expect it to be for this reason. He wanted to laugh and couldn’t help it, letting out a “pfft” sound.

Lu Xingwang raised an eyebrow, “What’s so funny?”

“Nothing,” Jian Mei curiously said, “So, you, a diligent student, also find it boring in class?”

Lu Xingwang opened his lips, “Why wouldn’t I?”

Jian Mei found this feeling quite novel, like having someone in your heart who always seemed so powerful, and then one day you realize that maybe they are just an ordinary person.

Jian Mei asked, “So, do you skip class? Do you ever slack off and not do your assignments?”

Lu Xingwang, still reading the memorials, paused for a moment before responding, “I generally don’t have the excuse to skip class.”

Jian Mei asked, “Huh?”

“When I skip class, the teachers assume I’m dealing with official matters,” Lu Xingwang calmly explained. “I never have a situation where I don’t do assignments because I excel in every subject, and there’s no need for me to do them.”

“…”

Jian Mei was shocked.

What was he feeling right now? Perhaps he felt close to a top student just a second ago, and the next second, he realized the gap between them was like heaven and earth.

Jian Mei sincerely exclaimed, “I envy you, you’re really amazing.”

Lu Xingwang said, “There’s nothing to envy. No matter how talented I am, I can’t solve your math problems, can I?”

Jian Mei was stunned, then burst into laughter uncontrollably. The unpleasantness he felt at academy seemed to dissipate slowly throughout the day. He started to feel once again how clueless he was about new words and knowledge in this world. How difficult must it have been for Lu Xingwang initially?

What kind of person can master all this knowledge up to junior high level within three months?The professors had always praised Lu Xingwang’s talent and excellence, but those were just vague concepts for Jian Mei. It wasn’t until he experienced it himself that he truly understood.

His DaZhuang ge seemed really amazing!

But…

He was also really good. Why did he have such an exceptional person by his side?

Jian Mei’s heart was warm. He softly uttered, “DaZhuang ge , why did you help me back then?”

Lu Xingwang was reading the memorials and took a moment to realize what Jian Mei was asking. The straightforward Crown Prince answered, “I had a bit of trouble at that time, fell ill, and being idle in the palace was boring.”

“……”

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone.

Lu Xingwang hesitated and spoke, “Hello?”

After a while, the call was hung up.

?

The Crown Prince was stunned. Why was it hung up? Was he in a hurry to do his homework?

……

The next day

When it came time to submit assignments, most people wrote their reflections. Only Jian Mei didn’t know how to write, so he handed in a blank paper. The result, of course, was quite disastrous, receiving a harsh critique from Professor Hukan.

Professor Hukan didn’t show any mercy, saying, “Students like this, I really don’t understand how they got into the SA class and our academy!”

Such a severe criticism was indeed ruthless.

Jian Mei raised his head and said, “The principal sent me here.”

Professor Hukan was momentarily stunned, his tone not pleasant, “Are you backtalking me?”

“No,” Jian Mei looked innocent. “Isn’t Professor asking why?”

He was just providing a normal answer to a question.

After Jian Mei finished speaking, Professor Hukan seemed to be inexplicably retorted, and he couldn’t find a suitable response. After all, Jian Mei seemed to be genuinely answering the question.

Frustrated, the professor sarcastically said, “So intelligent of you.”

Jian Mei softly said, “Thank you, Professor.”

Seeing the professor visibly frustrated, other students couldn’t help but laugh. The class ended up being quite cheerful.

Before leaving, Professor Hukan still felt upset and believed he lost face in front of the students. So, he threw down a harsh comment, “Since you didn’t complete the homework seriously, I’ll deduct 10 credits and have you stay to clean the classroom for a week.”

Jian Mei nodded gently, indicating that he understood.

“I hope all of you will study diligently and not constantly think about crooked ways. Keep your minds straight!” Professor Hukan snorted again, “Everything relies on your abilities, not luck. Don’t be like certain people, thinking about taking shortcuts without working hard to study and improve their divine powers. Instead, relying on smooth talk and sophistry to get by!”

This speech was more than just harsh criticism; it was practically calling name.

Jian Mei didn’t mind much; he listened and let it go. After Professor Hukan left in a huff, Jian Mei calmly put away his stationery, preparing to clean the classroom in a while.

Other students gathered around.

Nan Feng grinned, saying, “Xiao Mei, Professor has quite a poisonous tongue. Are you feeling upset now? If so, cry on big brother’s chest. It’s open for you for free!”

Jian Mei felt a bit annoyed by his words.

Ying rolled her eyes, walked over from behind, and tapped Nan Feng’s head, saying, “What nonsense are you talking about? With your chest, who knows how many people have cried on it? It’s not even considered unlucky!”

Nan Feng touched his head, complaining, “I’ve told you many times, don’t hit my head. You’ll mess up my hairstyle. I want to impress the girls!”

Ying sneered, “Impress girls with your chest? Be careful, your legs might be broken by the girls.”

Nan Feng retorted, “You, you, you! What do you know? I’m very popular. Not everyone is as fierce as you. If you keep being fierce, be careful no one will want you!”

The two continued bickering while fighting, moving from the classroom to outside the windows, becoming a daily occurrence.

As they fought, Jian Mei, of course, continued to diligently clean the classroom.

Unexpectedly, when he was ready to work hard, someone walked over.

It was a child from the Xiwu family, Xi Wu Heng. This child always spoke kindly, and his usual presence wasn’t very noticeable. However, everyone had left, yet he was still visible, which surprised Jian Mei.

Jian Mei squatted down to look at him, smiling slightly, “Why are you still here? Aren’t you leaving?”

After waiting for a while, the child said, “I’m waiting for you to go back together.”

Jian Mei was stunned. When classes ended before, he used to invite Xi Wu Heng to return to the dormitory together because he thought the child was young, and he was afraid he might be in some danger alone. However, since the child rarely spoke, Jian Mei thought the other party didn’t care much. Unexpectedly, the child suddenly said this, making Jian Mei a bit touched.

Jian Mei smiled and nodded gently, “Alright.”

He began to tidy up the classroom. For him, it wasn’t difficult at all because, when he served the young master in the mansion, these tasks had become a habit. After quickly cleaning up, there was still some time left. Jian Mei led Xiwu Heng, saying, “Xiao Heng, what should we have for dinner?”

Xiwu Heng’s response this time was much quicker: “Food.”

Jian Mei noticed that this child wasn’t always slow. As they gradually got acquainted, his response speed seemed to improve. However, when facing strangers or unfamiliar people, he would be particularly slow. Perhaps Xiwu Heng had his own little world in his heart.

Jian Mei suggested, “Today, I found out there’s a small kitchen on our floor. To be honest, I’m tired of the cafeteria food. Tomorrow is the weekend; how about we buy some ingredients today, and I’ll cook something delicious for you when we come back.”

Xiwu Heng nodded slowly, saying, “Okay.”

Jian Mei then took the child’s hand and walked outside.

Although they said they were going out, it was already late, and it wasn’t suitable to go far. There was a shopping plaza within the school, where they sold various snacks. Jian Mei took the child there for a stroll. Wearing the SA school uniform, they attracted attention every time they appeared in public areas, like walking light bulbs.

Whispers echoed around:

“They’re from the SA class.”

“Wow, why are they all out shopping today?”

“I haven’t seen that child before. Is he a new student?”

Jian Mei had gradually gotten used to this. After picking some groceries in the supermarket with Xiwu Heng, they unexpectedly ran into Ying at the corner. Ying’s red hair was eye-catching, and at the moment, she was standing against the wall, seemingly observing something.

Jian Mei took the initiative to greet her, “Ying…” The girl leaning against the wall stiffened, turned around, saw Jian Mei, and quickly made a hushing gesture: “Shh.”

Jian Mei was confused, following her gaze and saw Nan Feng standing not far away by the tree. He was surrounded by many girls, and one of them gave him a small gift. Nan Feng accepted it, and the carefree and handsome boy smiled charmingly. He casually pulled out a leaf, magically growing vines that spontaneously entwined into the shape of a heart. The girls around him cheered and squealed.

Then, Nan Feng gave the heart-shaped vine to the girl, and her face instantly turned red. Between the two, it seemed like countless pink bubbles had appeared.

……

Jian Mei looked up again and saw Ying lost in thought beside him.

There was a deep sadness in Ying’s eyes, something Jian Mei could feel. She wasn’t very happy. Normally, Ying was always carefree, seemingly fearless and a bit tomboyish, but at this moment, she revealed a fragile expression that made her seem like a girl.

Jian Mei whispered, “Ying…”

Ying snapped back to reality. She seemed on the verge of tears but forcefully pulled herself together. “Let’s go.”

Jian Mei hesitated, “Aren’t you buying anything?”

“Buying something?” Ying seemed puzzled for a moment. Eventually, she went to the shelf, grabbed several bottles of alcohol, and said, “Let’s go back!”

Jian Mei led Xiwu Heng and followed behind.

On the way back, Ying remained silent. It wasn’t until Jian Mei was busy cooking in the kitchen and invited her to join for dinner that Ying turned to him and suddenly asked, “Mei Mei, do you have someone you like?”

Jian Mei was stunned, “Huh?”

“Someone you like,” Ying repeated, “Do you have anyone?”

Jian Mei was caught off guard.

He felt a bit lost, unsure of what kind of person could be considered someone he likes.

Seeing him looking bewildered, Ying explained, “Someone you like is someone you think about no matter what you’re doing. If they ignore you, you feel upset; if they treat you well, you feel especially happy. You want to be with them all the time, and you want to share any happy moments with them.”

Jian Mei, still puzzled, said, “But wouldn’t you feel the same way about a very good friend?”

Ying had to bring out the big guns, “But you would wish happiness for a good friend, right? For example, would you wish for my happiness, hope that I meet a good person, get married, and receive blessings?”

Jian Mei nodded sincerely, “I do.”

“Then, that’s it!” Ying smiled, “Now think carefully. Is there someone who, once you think they might be with someone else in the future, marrying, and not always being with you, makes you feel sad?”

Jian Mei thought seriously.

Faces of Xiao Ban, Young Master, Ying, Nan Feng, Shen Huai – these people’s faces appeared in his mind. Finally, it settled on one person’s face. The thought of that person possibly having their own wife, not always being with him, indeed evoked an unexpected emotion. He even frighteningly wished that the person would never get married and only stay with him forever.

Jian Mei was surprised by his own reaction.

After seeing his reaction, Ying smiled and said, “Really?”

Jian Mei was still uncertain; it seemed this was what it felt like to like someone.

Ying sighed, feeling both she and Jian Mei might be in for a tough time. She beckoned, “Anyway, it’s the weekend tomorrow. Let’s have a drink, shall we? Until we’re drunk!”

Jian Mei said, “I don’t know how to drink.”

“It’s okay, I can teach you.” Ying put on a sad expression, “You wouldn’t leave me alone, would you?”

Jian Mei couldn’t resist her.

They had dinner in his room, and there was a small balcony outside. Xiwu Heng obediently ate while Jian Mei and Ying had some drinks. During the meal, Jian Mei listened to Ying cursing Nan Feng, the curses getting increasingly harsh until she ended up in tears.

“He’s just trash,” Ying held her wine glass, lowered her head, and sniffled, “This kind of trash has nothing good about him. He has no vision, can’t see that others are only after his divine power and status. Where’s genuine affection? And he dares to be picky, thinking he’s the Crown Prince.”

Ying began to angrily vent, “I didn’t ask for this or that, and he still dares to look down on me!”

Jian Mei comforted her, saying, “Don’t be too sad; maybe there’ll be someone better in the future.”

Ying sniffled and took another sip of wine. She suddenly put the wine glass on the table, wiped her face, and said, “Mei Mei, you’re right. I absolutely cannot admit defeat. Otherwise, how about this, do you think I have a chance with the Crown Prince?”

“…”

Jian Mei fell silent.

He didn’t want Ying to have a chance with the Crown Prince because he was a selfish person. But Ying was in such high spirits that it was hard to refuse. So Jian Mei compromised and changed the topic, “I’ve almost finished eating. I’ll take a shower; you enjoy your meal slowly.”

Ying waved her hand, “Go ahead.”

Jian Mei smelled of alcohol all over, so he thought to freshen up. He took off his bracelet and placed it on the table, grabbed some clean clothes, and went into the bathroom.

While he was taking a shower, Ying, sitting on the balcony, drowning her sorrows in alcohol, heard the annoying beep of a message terminal not far away. She endured it for a while, but finally couldn’t take it anymore and answered, “Hello, who are you?”

There was a moment of silence on the other end of the call.

After a half-beat.

A deep male voice came through, asking Ying, “Where is he?”

“Who?” Ying, quite drunk and with her mind filled with negative thoughts about men, felt assertive, impatient, and given her already fiery temper, replied, “He’s gone to take a shower.”

Liu Xingwang paused, “Shower?”

“Yeah,” Ying couldn’t be bothered to explain, eager to continue drinking with Jian Mei later. “Alright, alright. We still have plans for tonight. If it’s not urgent, call back tomorrow!”

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