To Jiang Ye.

Chen Zilu was the guide who helped him step onto the path of Martial Arts. She was both a mentor and a friend, cold towards others but special to Jiang Ye.

This special treatment wasn't there from the start.

It gradually emerged after that high school period.

As for why Chen Zilu was so special to Jiang Ye?

Perhaps it was because he privately sought her guidance day after day during those high school days.

Or maybe it was those nights filled with thunder and lightning, when he would call her to check in.

It might also have been a certain holiday evening when they chatted over the communication watch until three in the morning, staying up all night.

These things seemed commonplace to Jiang Ye back then, and he was merely trying to take advantage of the 'Ancestor's Friend' wisdom to get into university.

But for Chen Zilu.

Perhaps these were rare moments of noise in her countless lonely nights.

Qiu Cang had said that there were few who could chat with her.

This girl had been self-isolating since she was young, always alone, and wouldn't take the initiative to find someone to chat with.

Jiang Ye might have been the first person who could really talk to her like this.

Of course, all this was just Jiang Ye's own speculation.

He had no way of knowing the true story.

But now, he certainly didn't want to make her sad.

Who would want to see a girl they care about looking sad?

"Senior sister." Jiang Ye caught up and said, "Don't be sad."

Chen Zilu ignored him and kept walking forward.

"Senior sister."

Jiang Ye caught up with her and said, "If you're upset, then hit me to let off some steam."

Chen Zilu paused, looked up at him, and said, "Do you think I don't dare to hit you?"

"Go ahead, senior sister," Jiang Ye spread his arms.

"..."

Chen Zilu looked at him, and suddenly she felt a mix of anger and amusement.

Is he really waiting for a beating? Or is he waiting for a hug!

After a while.

"I'm not going to hit you."

"You didn't do anything wrong." Chen Zilu turned around and continued walking, "You being with other girls is none of my business, and I have no right to interfere."

"Senior sister will always be number one in my heart," Jiang Ye shook his head and said, "How could it be none of your business?"

"If you don't want me to, I won't agree to it next time," Jiang Ye sighed.

"Nonsense."

Unexpectedly, Chen Zilu stopped and frowned, "That girl treated you well, don't let her down."

"Hmm?"

Jiang Ye was stunned, then looked at the girl with some surprise.

"You also said that that girl brought you a lot of help."

"In that case, don't let her down," Chen Zilu said calmly, "If you make her sad, I'll be the first to not forgive you."

Jiang Ye was slightly dumbfounded.

He vaguely realized that the reason Chen Zilu said this was probably to avoid putting him in an awkward situation.

Jiang Ye certainly knew Zhao Qingli treated him well and he could never let her down.

But such words shouldn't come from Chen Zilu's mouth.

Looking at the girl in front of him, Jiang Ye's gaze became somewhat complex.

The way she was so considerate of him, even for someone she'd never met, this character likely stemmed from... having been hurt many times before.

Because she has been through the rain, she holds the umbrella for others.

"Senior sister," Jiang Ye said with a light sigh, "just hit me, it might relieve some of the tension. Don't bottle up your feelings."

If before, he was merely trying to make amends.

Now, Jiang Ye genuinely hoped Chen Zilu would act. He didn't want to see this girl bear everything alone.

If it makes her feel better, then even getting beaten up a bit is nothing.

"I'm not angry."

"I've thought about it these days," Chen Zilu looked at him seriously, "actually, I don't mind you going out with other girls."

"It's just that day, I invited you, and you didn't accept, yet ended up with another girl... I was just a little uncomfortable, that's all."

Jiang Ye was taken aback.

He knew Chen Zilu was never one to be coy.

So this reason was likely her genuine feelings.

After a moment of silence.

"Senior sister," Jiang Ye said sincerely, "I'm sorry, for making you feel bad."

'I'm sorry' should not be said lightly, it's devalued.

But in front of someone who cares about you, those three words not only are not devalued but can surpass any spoken words... Of course, this opportunity only comes once.

Sure enough, Chen Zilu's gaze changed.

She looked elsewhere, tightly biting her silver teeth.

Jiang Ye knew the time was right, and immediately continued, "I swear, if I ever make you sad again, then I'll..."

"Shut up."

"You still want there to be a next time?" Chen Zilu glared at him, seemingly not wanting him to make a vow.

Jiang Ye understood why she interrupted.

If this were the past, making a thousand curses wouldn't matter.

But in this world, to swear? It might indeed lead to some unfavorable consequences.

"There won't be a next time," Jiang Ye immediately said, "I'll definitely make sure senior sister is comfortable and at ease."

To placate a girl is a troublesome thing.

But if the girl really cares about you, soothing her would become quite easy.

As expected, Chen Zilu's expression softened greatly, but for the sake of face, she still glared at Jiang Ye.

"If senior sister has an invitation in the future, I will definitely agree," Jiang Ye continued, "senior sister's priority is first!"

Chen Zilu rolled her eyes at him, this guy still speaks so unseriously.

"Alright, I'm not mad at you."

"Quickly leave and go seize the Opportunity," Chen Zilu said seriously, "This is your primary task. Make sure not to waste this chance."

"You've misunderstood."

Jiang Ye, however, shook his head, "This time, my main task is to find you."

"..."

"Now that you've found me," Chen Zilu said helplessly, "you've completed your task, right? Next, you should focus on improving yourself."

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