She imagined countless reasons, but not once had she thought the reason might be this.

After all, he had killed someones son

He was merely asked to apologize. Wasnt this considered a significant concession already?

Seems like she still didnt understand Helian Nianchengs line of thinking.

Seeing the complex expression on Gu Qingjius face, he asked in a lowered voice, Why? Did you think I did something wrong? Or are you afraid?

Gu Qingjiu shook her head. I dont think you were in the wrong. But from your viewpoint, Im not afraid either.

How could she possibly fear Helian Niancheng?

Hearing this, he smiled. Mm. Shortly after, well be moving to our new home. I hope you like it.

When she heard they were about to move into their new home, Gu Qingjiu blushed involuntarily. Just then, Helian Nianchengs thin lips pressed closer to hers

During the weekend, just like they had agreed on, Gu Qingjiu asked Gu Qingmo and his girlfriend to come out. But Gu Qingmo told her something somewhat surprising.

Qingjiu, Ive told you about that dorm mate of mine Qi Yefan, right? Hes also your dorm mates older brother. It seems like he fought with his younger sister. Can you ask his younger sister to come out today as well?

Gu Qingjiu frowned slightly. Xiaoran? Im not sure if shes around right now. Ive got to call her. As her older brother, why didnt he coax her?

From how I see it, it was quite a severe argument. No idea. Ive always thought that things were strange between this pair of siblings. Just do me this favour and ask her to come out for a meal, see if they can patch things up.

Strange?

Seems like she wasnt the only one who felt this way.

Her older brother, too.

Okay, Ill call her and see if shes around.

Gu Qingjiu had never called Qi Xiaoran in private, but she knew her phone number.

Just in case there was a need to contact her in cases of emergency.

They were dorm mates, after all.

She hadnt expected to need this one day.

After it rang twice, she picked up. Hello?

Qi Xiaorans voice sounded relatively low, as though she wasnt sure who the caller was.

Xiaoran, its Qingjiu.

Gu Qingjiu identified herself. Qi Xiaoran sounded relieved. Oh, Qingjiu, whats the matter?

Im giving a treat this afternoon, to celebrate my winning first place in the shooting competition. Do you want to join us?

Where?

To her surprise, Qi Xiaoran accepted it immediately.

In the capital. Ill send you the address.

Are you asking Gu Qian and Chu Lian along?

Qi Xiaoran sounded sceptical. Gu Qingjiu let out a burst of silent laughter.

Her intention was to treat her dorm mates separately after she got back. But since Qi Yefan would be around, she should probably bring Qi Xiaoran along.

But she couldnt tell her that her older brother would be there.

Err yeah, I will. Do you have time to come over?

Gu Qingjiu naturally played along.

Qi Xiaoran fell silent for a moment, then responded a few seconds later. Okay. Im in the capital right now, not far away.

Gu Qingjiu raised her brows. Then you can just come over. Well be waiting for you.

After telling Qi Xiaoran about the address, Gu Qingjiu hung up the phone.

She texted Gu Qingmo, Done. Qi Xiaoran is coming over right now.

Okay. Ill get Wange and Qi Yefan to come over.

Gu Qingjiu didnt mind treating two more people to a meal.

She could afford to be wilful with the prize money she won.