Chapter 89 - Make Bai Yuerou Fall for You

With a face full of dissatisfaction, Xia Xinya grumbled as Tang Huaijin returned to his class.

The others hadn’t come back yet. After about ten minutes, the classmates gradually returned from the playground to the classroom.

Bai Yuerou also walked in with a medal and certificate, and upon seeing Tang Huaijin and Xia Xinya sitting in their seats, her expression turned surprised. She quickly sat down and asked, “Xinya, are you okay now? I was just going to put these things down and head to the school clinic to find you.”

“Yeah, it wasn’t a big deal. It was this girl being dramatic,” Tang Huaijin said with a hint of irritation.

Xia Xinya glared fiercely at Tang Huaijin before turning to Bai Yuerou with a smile, sticking out her tongue, and saying, “Sorry, Rou, for making you worry.”

Bai Yuerou glanced at her silly best friend with a hint of reproach, sighed helplessly, and handed the medal and certificate to Tang Huaijin, saying gently, “I collected the medal and certificate for you. You broke the record at Rose Elite High School, and you were supposed to go on stage to receive the award from the principal.”

To be honest, Tang Huaijin didn’t even know what the mysterious principal looked like. There were no photos of him at school, which was unusual for someone of his status. Yet, this principal was so low-key.

He didn’t pay much attention, took the medal and certificate, and said with a smile, “Thanks, Yuerou.”

Soon after, Shen Yiqiu also walked in, wearing high heels. Seeing Xia Xinya sitting properly in her seat without any issues, she felt slightly relieved. Her gaze lingered on Tang Huaijin for a moment before she moved to the podium and said, “Everyone performed very well today, so we’re finishing early today. You can go home and rest.”

The students cheered and excitedly packed their things to head home.

After hesitating for a moment, Tang Huaijin nudged Bai Yuerou with his elbow when Xia Xinya wasn’t paying attention, giving her a look.

Bai Yuerou was taken aback, glanced at Xia Xinya packing her things, and understood that there was something he wanted to discuss with her, so she slowed down her packing.

Xia Xinya had already packed up and, seeing Tang Huaijin moving slowly, urged impatiently, “Hurry up.”

Tang Huaijin waved his hand casually and said, “You go ahead. I have to go to my sister’s company today, not on your route.”

Xia Xinya frowned, grunted in dissatisfaction, and muttered, “Who wants to walk with you anyway? I was just being kind enough to let you ride in my family’s car. Rou, let’s go.”

Bai Yuerou bit her lip, smiled slightly, and said, “Xinya, I have some things to do too. I need to go and help Teacher Shen with the school sports meet results. You go home first.”

“Alright then…” Unexpectedly, Rou also had things to do, Xia Xinya’s expression turned a bit glum as she picked up her bag and left the school.

Standing by the window, watching Xia Xinya’s figure leave the school, Tang Huaijin turned to Bai Yuerou and smiled, “Hmm… Shall we go for a walk?”

Bai Yuerou naturally wouldn’t refuse, obediently nodded, and followed him out of the teaching building.

Feeling the cool autumn breeze, Tang Huaijin smiled and said, “Last time, the teacher asked you to show me around the school, but we ran out of time. Let’s make up for it this time.”

Recalling when Tang Huaijin had just transferred, Bai Yuerou also smiled gently and said, “Sure.”

As they walked and chatted, Bai Yuerou took Tang Huaijin to tour the school’s auditorium and eventually stopped by the school’s garden, near a lake. Looking at the lake, which remained clear after more than a decade, Bai Yuerou smiled, a hint of nostalgia in her eyes, and said, “I used to play by this lake often as a child. The nanny was terrified, afraid I would fall in.”

Tang Huaijin couldn’t imagine this gentle and quiet girl being mischievous as a child and said with some amusement, “Indeed, taking care of children is quite troublesome. Was it the same nanny who picks you up now?”

“No,” Bai Yuerou’s eyes dimmed slightly, and she said, “She resigned not long after.”

Noticing the change in her expression, Tang Huaijin asked, “Did something happen?”

“No,” Bai Yuerou forced a smile and said, “Maybe I was too naughty, so I stopped playing by the lake afterward.”

Tang Huaijin nodded, choosing not to continue the topic, and smiled again, “You mentioned playing here as a child, but Rose Elite High School doesn’t have an elementary school, right?”

Bai Yuerou blinked, a hint of amusement in her eyes, and said, “Well… my father has some connections with Rose Elite High School.”

Tang Huaijin suddenly understood, smiled helplessly, and said, “Ah, my brain… I forgot how extensive your father’s connections are.”

Bai Yuerou couldn’t help but laugh softly, “Indeed.”

Tang Huaijin looked at the lake, fell silent for a moment, then turned to Bai Yuerou, gazing into her eyes, and said softly, “Yuerou, I actually wanted to tell you something today.”

Looking into Tang Huaijin’s deep and clear eyes, Bai Yuerou’s heart began to race. She bit her lip and replied gently, “Okay, go ahead.”

“Well…” Although he had decided, Tang Huaijin still felt a bit awkward saying it, and his expression showed some hesitation.

After school, by the small lake, the young boy and girl stood together. Tang Huaijin’s face was filled with embarrassment, while Bai Yuerou’s cheeks gradually turned red. After waiting for a moment and seeing his hesitation, she gently parted her red lips and asked, “Do you want to confess to me?”

“…” Tang Huaijin was taken aback, then let out a bitter laugh and said, “Actually, it’s almost like that. I want to ask you to help me by being my nominal girlfriend.”

Bai Yuerou was silent for a while, her expression somewhat puzzled as she asked, “What do you mean by nominal girlfriend?”

“It means that in front of others, we need to pretend to be a couple, so everyone thinks we are a normal couple. But in reality, we are just pretending, and you don’t have any obligations towards me.”

Bai Yuerou looked into Tang Huaijin’s eyes, her voice soft as she asked, “Can I know why you need this nominal girlfriend?”

“Well…” Tang Huaijin seemed troubled and said, “The reason is actually a bit complicated, and some of it I can’t disclose.”

Bai Yuerou nodded gently, her voice warm, “It’s okay, you don’t have to say it if it’s inconvenient.”

“…” Seeing Bai Yuerou nod and not say anything further, Tang Huaijin felt a bit embarrassed and said, “I know this is indeed a bit difficult for you. A girl’s reputation is very important. Even if you don’t agree, I won’t think it’s unusual. Please don’t force yourself; it’s okay. But I hope you won’t tell anyone about this, after all…”

Hearing this, Bai Yuerou gave Tang Huaijin a curious look, then smiled softly and interrupted him, saying, “I accept.”

Tang Huaijin looked at Bai Yuerou’s smiling face, hesitating a bit, “Really?”

“Yes, of course, it’s true.” Bai Yuerou nodded with a smile and said, “But I have two conditions.”

Tang Huaijin looked at Bai Yuerou with gratitude in his eyes and said, “Go ahead.”

“The first point is that the decision to end our relationship lies with me.” Bai Yuerou looked at Tang Huaijin and smiled, “It’s just a guarantee for myself, not because I don’t trust you.”

It’s normal for a girl to have such concerns. Tang Huaijin smiled and said, “Sure, that’s no problem.”

Bai Yuerou nodded lightly and spoke with a gentle smile, “Jin, I hope you understand, even though we both know that what we’re doing is just being nominal boyfriend and girlfriend, in the eyes of others, this is my first love.”

“A girl’s first love, which she can only have once in her life.”

Tang Huaijin’s expression became complicated, and he pressed his lips together, saying, “Yes, if you have any requests, I can compensate you. Whatever I can agree to, I will.”

“Well, it’s very simple.” Bai Yuerou looked at the lake surface rippling with waves and said softly, “Compared to other girls’ first loves, I’m just missing one thing.”

Tang Huaijin asked with a puzzled expression, “You mean…”

The girl turned around, clasped her hands in front of her chest, and looked at him with a smile. Her gentle eyes seemed to hold a spring of water as she softly said, “It’s love, the kind that makes your heart race, the kind that makes you fall for someone, Jin.”

“So, Jin, let me truly fall for you.”

The autumn breeze brushed past her hair, fluttering the hem of her beige floral dress, making Bai Yuerou’s figure appear even more delicate. As the gentle smile on her face was bathed in the glow of the setting sun, Tang Huaijin gradually became entranced.

After a long silence, he spoke softly, “Yuerou, I can’t…”

“I don’t care.” Bai Yuerou interrupted him, her voice gentle, “Even if it’s just a moment of heart flutter, it’s enough for me.”

To be honest, a girl like Bai Yuerou, whether in appearance or personality, perfectly matched Tang Huaijin’s standards for a partner. To say he had no feelings for Bai Yuerou would be a lie.

Looking into the girl’s affectionate eyes, his heart softened, and the guilt towards this girl, as beautiful as moonlight, gradually overwhelmed his rationality. Knowing that such an outcome might not be good, he still inexplicably agreed to Bai Yuerou’s seemingly silly request, wanting to give her a moment of heart flutter.

“Okay.”

…

After reaching an agreement, Tang Huaijin and the smiling Bai Yuerou left the school.

Bai Yuerou had her bodyguard drive Tang Huaijin home, and he didn’t refuse.

Upon reaching the neighborhood, after Tang Huaijin got out of the car, Bai Yuerou lowered the window from the back seat, waved goodbye with a smile, and only then did the bodyguard start the car.

Watching the taillights of the Maybach disappear into the distance, Tang Huaijin silently withdrew his gaze and checked the system’s newly appeared task.

Ding~

Sudden task: Make Bai Yuerou fall for you

Task reward: Master level musical instrument performance (choose one)

Failure penalty: None

“Accept” “Refuse”

Tang Huaijin sighed and clicked accept.

“Task completed!”

Tang Huaijin: “…”