Chapter 132: Alone Together in an Awkward Situation

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Cheng Yao’s physical fitness was strong, but not to an exaggerated extent—at most, he could take down three grown men barehanded. Compared to him, the students were obviously inferior by a wide margin.

After a game, Cheng Yao completed his personal showcase. This time, unlike before when he fouled out after five fouls, he finished the entire match without being disqualified.

“Here.” Liu Hanyue, who had been watching for a long time, came over after the game holding a bottle of mineral water.

Cheng Yao pulled up his shirt to wipe the sweat off his face, revealing a perfect six-pack of abs. He looked incredibly handsome, exuding masculine vigor.

Liu Hanyue’s cheeks flushed slightly. She blinked her big, dazzling eyes and stared at his abs for a few seconds before pushing the mineral water toward him and saying, “Don’t forget, tonight you’re coming with me to Xinjiekou. I’m treating you to dinner.”

“Oh, okay.”

Cheng Yao twisted open the cap and took a sip. It tasted somewhat sweet.

Zhou Yikun from the neighboring class looked on enviously. Having the campus beauty bring you water was quite the comfort. Some had even said Cheng Yao was dating Liu Hanyue, and now it seemed that was true.

With this, the boys in Class Two no longer had to worry about being cuckolded.

Damn!

In fact, having someone like Cheng Yao next door was like having an old Wang living next door who might sneakily unlock your car and take it for a spin when you’re not home without your knowledge, only for you to end up paying for maintenance.

Being a guy was really tough.

As a result, the boys in the class didn’t dare to show off much, not even the class beauty, Qiu Wan, dared to make a move.

Because Qiu Wan had feelings for Cheng Yao, making her the most dangerous one.

But now, there was no need to keep things low-key anymore.

Since it was confirmed that Cheng Yao and Liu Hanyue were together, the good news was spread immediately after he returned.

Zhou Yikun approached and said, “Cheng Yao, I formally invite you to join our team for the campus basketball tournament.”

“Sorry, I’ll decline. You used to ignore me, but now, you can’t even reach my level.”

With that, Cheng Yao turned and walked away with flair.

In fact, he hadn’t planned to participate in the basketball tournament anyway. He only played casually as a hobby. Financial University wasn’t likely to reach the finals—it would probably be out after the first or second round.

In domestic campus competitions, Southeast University and Tsinghua-Peking University were still the top contenders.

In Jinling, the strongest were probably Southeast University and Nanjing University.

Watching Cheng Yao’s retreating figure, Zhou Yikun felt like he’d been played.

After taking a shower and changing clothes, Cheng Yao arrived at the classroom. Zhou Ziqing curiously asked, “Cheng Yao, what have you been up to? You hardly come to school, and the teachers have complained to me several times…”

“I have important matters to attend to. I started a company, so I’m quite busy.”

“A company?”

Zhou Ziqing was taken aback, clearly not expecting such an answer.

Cheng Yao, that impressive?

“What kind of company?”

“Interactive entertainment.”

“Impressive…”

Zhou Ziqing thought for a moment and said, “I’ll try to speak to the teacher for you.”

“Thanks. I’ll treat you to milk tea.”

“Okay.”

Zhou Ziqing glanced at him and then looked at the other boys in the class. They were all in the same class—how could the difference be so vast?

While these boys were still goofing off and playing online games, he was already a company boss.

During class, Cheng Yao browsed news, keeping an eye on the entertainment industry.

Since Xia Shiqi clarified the rumors last time, her fanbase hadn’t decreased but increased. Apparently, the scandal had actually served as good publicity.

This also cemented her position as the leading lady in the upcoming youth idol drama, which was set to start filming in early November. Cheng Yao hadn’t had the chance to congratulate her yet.

So, he opened his phone and sent her a message.

Xia Shiqi: “This congratulations is a bit late, but thank you. I guess I was just confused back then. Hopefully, it didn’t affect you much?”

“It did—everyone who knows me recognized me and thought you were my girlfriend!”

“Ah…”

Cheng Yao: “Next time you come to Shanghai, treat me to a meal.”

“No problem, anything you want.”

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“You said it.”

“I have to work now. Talk later.”

Cheng Yao didn’t bother her further and continued browsing the news.

Frowning, he thought, What nonsense is this…

Some student from a certain school got a female classmate pregnant and was sent back to the country…

Others had simply married over there.

Is this love?

Or just inseparable physical desire?

Cheng Yao didn’t even know why he kept seeing news about black people and promptly decided to block them.

After class, he chatted with Liu Hanyue.

Cheng Yao felt something odd in the way Liu Hanyue looked at him.

Based on his experience, he realized a strange possibility:

Could it be that she likes me?

Once this thought popped up, it took over his mind uncontrollably, and his feelings became complicated, tinged with a bit of secret joy.

Is Liu Hanyue plain?

Yes.

But she was undeniably beautiful, and those eyes were like works of art. No wonder she was chosen to endorse colored contact lenses.

Being plain was both a flaw and a virtue—and it could be improved over time, like after pregnancy, she would mature a bit…

The reason his feelings were so complex was that, until now, he had never truly treated a good girl badly. It had always been a consensual financial transaction—could that be called being a scoundrel?

But now, realizing these feelings, Cheng Yao felt he was truly a scoundrel.

Because he indeed had feelings for Liu Hanyue.

It would be strange if he didn’t.

“Why aren’t you saying anything?”

Seeing him lost in thought, Liu Hanyue thought he was quite cute, though his expression was odd. She actually found a boy cute.

But this boy was far from cute.

He was handsome…

“Oh, where were we just now?”

“What should we eat tonight?”

Cheng Yao thought for a moment and said, “After you finish, shall we go for hot pot at Guanye Yangfang?”

“Sure,” Liu Hanyue nodded gently. She was fine with anything.

In no time, class was over.

Seeing Cheng Yao and Liu Hanyue walk together, no one in the class was surprised. A few girls felt a bit disappointed, and Zhou Ziqing gathered others to discuss.

Such gossip was not only popular among girls but also among boys.

Zhou Ziqing looked at Wang Wenbo and asked with a smile, “When did Cheng Yao and Liu Hanyue start dating?”

“I don’t know anything. Don’t ask me…”

Wang Wenbo shuddered. “Please don’t ask me such sensitive questions. I feel so guilty.”

Damn, that bastard Cheng Yao, such a scoundrel!

Wait—

Could it be that he broke up with Zhang Ya?

Was he cuckolded?

Very likely. No wonder he’s been so wild lately. Need to dig up some info when I get back.

Zhang Lei and Zhu Huiyang also left. They didn’t want to discuss or get involved in these matters. Rather than invite trouble, it was better to cut off the source of trouble…

Because the source had already caused them considerable trouble.

…

Sitting in the passenger seat, Liu Hanyue was a bit reserved. It was her first time riding in a boy’s car, and she felt slightly nervous.

“Seatbelt.”

“Okay, drive carefully.”

Cheng Yao teased, “You drive me crazy all the time, but now that I’m driving, you’re nervous?”

“I’m driving you mentally; this is physical driving. Can it be the same?”

“Don’t worry, my driving skills are excellent. It’s been honed through real experience.”

Besides normal driving skills, Lu Mengyao, Lin Ketong, and the Ouyang sisters had all contributed significantly to his driving and technical skills.

“How does my car compare to your family’s Panamera?”

“Not bad. I don’t know much about cars.”

Alone with Cheng Yao, Liu Hanyue found herself at a loss for words.

So annoying.

Wang Churuo isn’t here, making me this awkward now.

Nervous!

Liu Hanyue’s calves were together, hands folded on her knees, her expression serious and unsmiling, looking somewhat awkward but cute.

Cheng Yao glanced at her and thought: So plain.

This was not even comparable to Zheng Yuechan. Why was the gap between people so huge?

“What are you smiling at?”

Noticing Cheng Yao’s expression and gaze, Liu Hanyue immediately grew cold and less nervous, even a bit angry.

She realized his expression meant she was plain.

Cheng Yao shook his head, not daring to respond, and changed the subject: “How’s my driving?”

“...”

Liu Hanyue looked out the window, ignoring him.

Cheng Yao took out a can of Rainbow Candy and handed it over. “No other meaning, want some?”

“...”

Do you take me for a kid?

Liu Hanyue took the candy. She loved these as a child but hadn’t had them in a long time. “You’re such a child, preparing these in the car.”

“Am I a child? Why don’t we try some?”

“Like an idiot…”

Liu Hanyue ate two candies and looked out the window.

Silence fell in the car until the phone rang, breaking the prolonged awkwardness.

Cheng Yao saw it was Wang Yiming calling and swiped to answer.

“Hello, what’s up?”

“Boss Cheng, Liuchao Entertainment has softened its stance. The boss there asked me to contact you to see if you’re available. They want to meet you personally.”

“That guy’s an idiot. Ignore him.”

“Got it.”

After hanging up, Cheng Yao chuckled.

The problems at Liuchao Interactive Entertainment had surfaced, and everyone was probably nervous. With the wage arrears issue, many were likely preparing to leave.

Moreover, Shengxia Interactive Entertainment was intensifying its recruitment efforts and expansion. Many people were getting ready to secure fallback options.

Cheng Yao didn’t want to get involved in business matters. Wang Yiming handled everything, while he enjoyed a carefree life, doing daily tasks and earning money.

Work was naturally done by subordinates. If the boss had to do everything personally, what was the point of having subordinates?

He could provide the money but didn’t do the work himself—that’s the essence of a hands-off boss.

Liu Hanyue ate another candy, a bit surprised. He mentioned sums over ten million. Cheng Yao was really rich, so why was he so low-key?

She had heard that a boy from the neighboring International Economics and Trade department drove a Porsche to school.

But thinking carefully, Cheng Yao wasn’t far behind; he drove a McLaren, though few had seen it.

“Is your company growing so fast now?”

After hanging up, Cheng Yao glanced in the rearview mirror. “The more money invested, the faster the growth.”

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