Chapter Seventeen: The New Transfer Student

Chapter Seventeen: The New Transfer Students

The first class erupted in excitement, especially the boys, all wondering if the newcomers would be beautiful girls. But when they walked in, every single one was male.

This time, it was the girls’ turn to cheer, gazing at the newcomers with rapt attention.

Yet Shi Bai immediately sensed something was off. All five newcomers were obviously trained fighters. He glanced back at Ye Ying’er, certain they were connected to her.

“Hello everyone, my name is Wang Zhongtian.” The speaker was a tall, imposing young man dressed in branded sportswear, his short hair neat and tidy.

“Hello all, I’m Li Mubai.” This boy appeared relatively ordinary, at least in terms of looks. But when he moved, he was different—his steps carried a subtle sound of wind.

Shi Bai thought privately, his strength must surpass Ye Ying’er’s.

Suddenly, a commotion swept through the classroom as an exceptionally handsome youth entered.

Clad in black, tall and broad-shouldered, his hair slicked back, sharp brows and bright eyes, he radiated heroic energy.

The girls unconsciously straightened up, suddenly awkward and self-conscious.

“Hello, my name is Shangguan Yunfei.”

The girls let out a soft gasp, praising the name’s elegance. Shi Bai looked at Ye Ying’er and saw a fleeting flicker in her gaze.

“Teacher, I’d like to sit next to her,” Shangguan Yunfei said bluntly, pointing at Ye Ying’er.

The class buzzed with whispers, “So he came for her.”

“I knew it! Rich kids like them wouldn’t transfer here for nothing.”

Class advisor Liu Xiaojuan smiled awkwardly, “Well, Ye Ying’er already has a seatmate. Li Nana, would you mind?”

Li Nana stood up, a bit troubled.

Ye Ying’er glanced at Shi Bai, who turned away indifferently. Whatever she wanted to do, she could do. Why look at me? Shi Bai felt a strange emotion stir within him.

“Teacher, I don’t want to,” Ye Ying’er said, pulling Li Nana to sit beside her.

Liu Xiaojuan smiled, “Then, Shangguan, you can sit next to Wang Zhongtian. You’re friends anyway.”

The students were even more surprised. “What’s going on? Did they form a team to pursue the school beauty?”

“Rich people really do whatever they want!”

Shangguan Yunfei had no choice but to sit beside Wang Zhongtian.

The class passed quickly. During the break, Shangguan Yunfei approached Ye Ying’er.

“Ying’er, why did you transfer schools?”

Ye Ying’er turned her head away, ignoring him. “I do what I want; why should I explain myself to you?”

Shangguan Yunfei declared loudly, “Because you’re my woman!”

The class exploded. “Damn, that’s bold!”

Even the boys applauded, “A real man!”

Ye Ying’er looked troubled, casting a glance at Shi Bai. “Stop talking nonsense, there’s nothing between us!”

Shangguan Yunfei tilted his mouth into a smile, “Not now, but there will be soon.”

“That’s right, sister-in-law!” Wang Zhongtian and Li Mubai joined, “Our boss is so outstanding—there’s no one like him in the whole country!”

“Who’s your sister-in-law!” Ye Ying’er snapped, “If you keep talking nonsense, I won’t be so polite!” She struck a combative pose.

Shangguan Yunfei quickly shielded Wang Zhongtian, “Zhongtian, don’t say another word.” He turned back to Ye Ying’er, “Ying’er, don’t be angry. I don’t know why you transferred, but I followed you here. I did it for no other reason than to show you: Shangguan Yunfei would sacrifice everything for you!”

“Wow!” The girls cupped their faces. “He gave up a prestigious school for love. How romantic!”

“It’s like watching a drama!”

“But…” someone whispered, “Why did Ye Ying’er transfer? She’s always been close to Shi Bai. Could it be… for him?”

Everyone glanced at Shi Bai, but he was absorbed in his comic book, seemingly oblivious to the classroom’s drama.

Shangguan Yunfei looked at Shi Bai, noted his ordinary appearance and indifferent manner, and dismissed him from mind.

“Ying’er,” Shangguan Yunfei pressed, “tell me why you suddenly transferred to such a remote place?”

“It’s none of your business,” Ye Ying’er replied.

Shangguan Yunfei sighed, “Alright, if you won’t say, I won’t ask. But I want you to know, wherever you are, I’ll be there too.”

Another wave of excitement swept the students. “He’s so cool!”

Shi Bai sat reading his comic, amused by the drama. Did he have feelings for Ye Ying’er? He had to admit he did—what man wouldn’t be moved by a beauty?

But his heart belonged more to Xia Qing, the one who haunted his dreams. He also knew Ye Ying’er approached him for his mystical skills; beyond that, she’d never be interested in him.

So he wasn’t much affected by Shangguan Yunfei’s display.

The day’s classes ended swiftly. At dismissal, Shangguan Yunfei appeared at Ye Ying’er’s desk.

“Ying’er, it’s your birthday today—let’s go celebrate.”

The students were stunned. “It’s her birthday! No wonder they transferred today.”

Ye Ying’er pondered a moment, then refused Shangguan Yunfei, walking instead to Shi Bai. “Shi… Shi Bai, it’s my birthday today. Would you like to join us?”

The class fell silent. “Is this for real? Ye Ying’er ignored Shangguan Yunfei and asked Shi Bai?”

Shangguan Yunfei was dumbfounded, striding forward to grab Ye Ying’er’s wrist. “You transferred because of him?”

“Let go!” Ye Ying’er shook him off. “It’s none of your business!”

Shangguan Yunfei glared coldly at Shi Bai. Shi Bai sensed a probing energy directed at him.

“Ha! Just an ordinary guy!” Shangguan Yunfei laughed loudly. “How could he ever be good enough for you?”

“Whether he is or isn’t, that’s not for you to decide!”

The class fell silent. “Oh?!”

Ye Ying’er realized she’d misspoken, blushed, and hurriedly said, “It’s not what you all think! Shangguan Yunfei, it’s none of your business, anyway!”

Shangguan Yunfei smirked, “None of my business? You’re the woman I’ve set my heart on. How could it not matter to me?”

He strode quickly to Shi Bai’s desk, leaned in and threatened, “Kid, let me tell you, you can’t afford to provoke any of us!”

“Shangguan Yunfei!” Ye Ying’er flushed with anger. “If you still want to come to my birthday party tonight, then stop talking!”

Shangguan Yunfei glanced at Ye Ying’er, then shot Shi Bai a fierce look before rising from the desk, “Alright, alright, I can’t miss Ying’er’s birthday no matter what.”

Ye Ying’er rolled her eyes at him, then softly asked Shi Bai, “Shi Bai… are you coming?”

At first, Shi Bai didn’t care whether he went or not; he still had to review the stories his employees had revised today. But with Shangguan Yunfei stirring things up, his interest was piqued.

He slung his backpack over his shoulder. “Let’s go.”