At that time, Bo Chengcheng was only in her teens and in high school.
She would carry a canvas bag with a cup and a small mirror in it, while holding her books in her arms. Her face glowed with youthful beauty and she walked with her head proudly held high, and her friends of similar age following behind her.
At that time, Jiang Yeqing could already sense that this girl was very capable.
Whether it was attending outings, or social gatherings, or going to all sorts of privately held competitions and games, Bo Chengcheng would always have a group of peers following behind her. On top of that, they were also very willing to let her lead them.
Perhaps it was because of her outstanding and beautiful appearance that she attracted so many boys and girls. However, Jiang Yeqing thought that it must be because of this girl’s capable and domineering personality that people could not help but be attracted to her.
During those days, there was also a little boy who often followed her around. At that time, Cheng Huaxing wore a pair of thick glasses with circular frames and the two of them often walked side by side. After returning home from school, they would do their homework together and discuss how to solve the homework questions.
Jiang Yeqing would sit by the side and listen to their discussion, occasionally smoking a cigarette.
As time went by, Bo Chengcheng would also come up to him with a notebook. The first time she ever spoke to him, she said, “I heard that you’ve been to many countries. Do you know how this grammar works?”
In fact, Jiang Yeqing did not know. He started school later than others and was already 10 when he started primary one. Ever since his godfather died, he had dropped out of school.
However, looking at the English words, Jiang Yeqing somehow managed to read them out loud and guessed them correctly.
Later on, Bo Chengcheng would ask him where he had been, which places were pretty to visit, and which places were fun.
Jiang Yeqing had thought to himself, “How would I have such a good life? I was there to risk my life for work and might be dead meat the next moment. Who would have the time to pay attention to other things?”
But when he looked into the girl’s expectant eyes, Jiang Yeqing found himself racking his brain for the answers and told her what he knew from memory.
Jiang Yeqing easily saw the look of wonder and surprise in Bo Chengcheng’s face. As time passed, it became deeply etched in his heart.
Initially, he was only staying there temporarily. He paid 100 yuan a day for accommodation with three meals provided.
He had initially planned to stay for three to five days, but for various reasons, he ended up staying for more than a year.
After more than a year, Bo Chengcheng got into university and studied medicine in Guang City.
Jiang Yeqing escorted her to Guang City and before sending her off at the school gate, he held her hand.
At that point, Bo Chengcheng was 19 and he, 26.
He looked at her and reminded her, “Everyone says that university is like a huge vat full of dye. Don’t be tainted by the wrong people, do you hear me?”
“Okay.”
“Don’t go out fooling around at night. Remember to get along well with your classmates in the dormitory. Don’t quarrel.” He thought for a moment and continued, “I’ve heard that the people in Guang City look down on foreigners and discriminate against them. If you feel aggrieved, tell me. I’ll sort things out for you.”
“Got it!”
“There are many handsome guys in university. Don’t be fooled by those brats. You have to protect yourself.”
Bo Chengcheng pouted. “You’re so long-winded. My grandma didn’t even nag at me this much.”
Jiang Yeqing laughed angrily. “I’m doing this for your own good.”
Bo Chengcheng suddenly blushed and stared at him with her big round eyes. She pouted again and said, “You’re not even my boyfriend. Why would you care?”
Jiang Yeqing’s smile faded when he heard this. He lifted his gaze and looked at her, then squeezed her soft hand. A wave of overwhelming desire washed over him.
