Chapter 800: The Shepherd's First Love - Campus (47)

elf. What use is it to earn so much money, anyway He ended up losing his family."Zhu Xiaowei knew she was tough on the outside but soft on the inside."Your dad suddenly fell ill, how's it going at the...The campus on a weekend morning felt rather quiet, with only a small number of senior students vying for every second. Most others were still tucked away in bed.

Sima An stayed up all night, and before dawn, he had been lying in wait outside the girls' dormitory building. Finally, he saw that familiar figure come down the stairs.

He had been standing for so long that his legs were numb. He got up and chased after them, but in the commotion, his left foot tripped over his right, and he fell with a mighty crash.

Upon hearing the sudden noise, Qiao Baier stopped in her tracks and turned around.

In her opinion, Sima An, this younger brother of hers, was always so clumsy and lacked any presence. He had quite a silly air about him.

Only Sima An herself was deeply remorseful in her heart. How could she always be so embarrassed in front of her

Hurry up and get up, don't worry about the dust on your pants legs and knees, shout at her, "Senior sister!"

Qiao Bao'er acted as if she hadn't seen him and continued walking toward the library.

He usually followed a conciliatory policy, meekly trailing behind her at a slow pace. He always kept in mind not to pressure her too much and gave Qiao Baoer a comfortable distance. But now Sima An was a little flustered and, gathering his courage, stood before her.

"Sister, I'm sorry," he apologized seriously.

"I apologize on behalf of my parents; they went too far."

Yesterday afternoon, he heard some gossip about Qiao Baoer from his mother. After inquiring carefully, he learned what absurd thing had happened yesterday, and it was that Mo Yufei who was stirring up trouble again, it was really hateful.

Yesterday's incident made Qiao Bao'er so angry that smoke seemed to be coming out of her head, but after a good night's sleep, she had almost forgotten about it. Early this morning, Sima An came running to remind her of the upsetting event, and Qiao Bao'er's face immediately turned sour.

Treat him as air, go straight around.

Seeing her angry expression, Sima An grew even more anxious. He reached out and grabbed her wrist urgently.

"... Senior Sister, please listen to me. I'm really sorry. I don't know what my parents specifically told you, but I apologize to you on their behalf. I promise there won't be another time like this. They only misunderstood you because they listened to Mo Yufie's words. They will definitely like you in the future."

He was speaking somewhat incoherently, "Even if my parents continue to insist on social status, there's no need to be afraid. After we finish our studies and get jobs, I won't live at home, I'll have my own place. My grandmother has already transferred two properties to me, I'm capable of supporting you..."

"You're overthinking it."

Qiaobaoer wasn't originally interested in listening to his long-winded explanation, but as she listened, she felt something was off and couldn't help but interrupt him.

He even began to plan out their future together.

“Joe, believe me, I can really give you a good life!”

This was the first time he'd called her name so openly. Sima An stood straight, her eyes bright and unwavering as they met hers.

As if he had suddenly matured into a man, he solemnly made his unwavering vow, shouldering the responsibilities he desired to bear, those of caring for his family and wife.

Had he ever thought about bearing the weight of family responsibilities afterward Jo Bao'er had never considered it.

This startled her instead.

"Sima An, you're overthinking things. I just see you as a younger brother. We've never been anything more than that, have we" His sudden action really caught Qiao Baoer off guard.

Although she wasn't particularly keen on romance, marriage felt too far off for her right now. She hadn't even started dating.

One sentence poured a bucket of cold water on Sima An's enthusiasm.

All his anxieties, even the secret thrill he felt, were just a daydream, a fabrication of his own mind.

"...Is your heart made of stone Don't you know I love you!"

" Qiao Bao'er, I have to tell you now, I really like you. I transferred schools for you, and I worked hard to skip grades so that we could take the college entrance exam together. After this, we will go to the same university..."

Qiao Bao'er restrained herself and interrupted him again, her tone flat. "I think we're not a good match."

Sima An's face was tightly stretched, his expression suppressed and uncomfortable as he looked at her with complexity.

I expected the timing wasn't right now, and confessing my feelings to her would likely be rejected. But even though I anticipated this, it still hurts.

"Where am I not good enough What do you think is wrong with me" He looked straight into her eyes, his voice trembling slightly.

Qiao Bao'er didn't want to hurt her friends. If it were someone else, she would simply say, 'I don't like you.' 'Don't bother my life.' This time, she was being very polite.

She replied in the manner of Sima's family, "I am unworthy of you."

This immediately made Sima An nervous, gripping her wrist tighter and quickly assuring her with his words.

“I know my parents can be harsh. Don't take it to heart, especially my mom. She's very controlling and constantly worries about having a daughter-in-law instead of a son. She always tries to undermine the people I like. After the college entrance exam, I'll try my best to become independent from my family. I can totally live on my own.”

Jo Baoer listened more and more, feeling that he was crazy. She frowned, thinking he was confused for a moment, suddenly pulled her hand away, and lectured him in a big sister's tone.

" Sima An, we'll be taking the college entrance exam soon. After university, we'll all go our separate ways. Do you still have the heart to dream about unrealistic love"

“Right now, we should still prioritize our studies. Dating and marriage are far away for me. I don't understand your and Mo Yufei's obsession with love like that. You don't need to clash with your family for me. Family is more precious than any so-called love. You should cherish your parents.”

Sima An calmed down after being lectured by her so seriously. He realized that she wasn't angry at him for being humiliated by his parents, but instead chose to teach him a lesson.

Originally, she had never loved him.

That's why she wasn't angry.

He felt as if the love he had once been filled with was instantly drained, leaving him empty and lost.

"Joe, I really like you. I want to be with you forever. I would even turn against my family for you. For you, I'd do anything." His voice trailed off weakly.

She stood straight, her face impassive as she looked at him, saying nothing.

The more calm she was, the more Sima An felt a sharp pain in his chest, as if something had pinched his heart fiercely.

He opened his mouth slightly, wanting to say, 'I love you so much, why don't you understand.'

'I tried so hard to love you, wasn't I not doing enough Why don't you understand.'

He couldn't bring himself to say it, because she truly didn't understand. Speaking would only humiliate him further.

Even if he exerted every ounce of effort, threw himself into it with all his might and punched down with a powerful fist, the result was striking a soft, fluffy cotton ball. He couldn't muster any strength, leaving him feeling defeated and helpless.

"I'm not that good, I don't deserve this from you." Qiao Baoer gave him one last look, her voice carrying a hint of heaviness as she warned.

Jo Bao'er never thought she was better than others. Besides having a genetic advantage that made her face and figure more attractive, Mo Yufei was also right. There were many beautiful women, and beauty fades quickly. It was just a temporary skin.

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