Three people walked into the office.
Ye Fan pulled over a chair and placed it in front of the desk. He pressed Ning Xi's shoulders, making her sit down, while he stood behind her, holding the chair's armrest.
Ning Xi's cheeks turned red, but she didn't refuse.
Yang Ting's eyebrows twitched. She wanted to say something, but she didn't know what to say.
If it had been other students, she could have given them a lecture.
But these two…
There was nothing she could say!!!
Yang Ting sighed, opened a drawer, and took out a grade report. The report had three names printed on it. She slid it in front of Ning Xi and said, "This is your Two-Link Exam score. Take a look."
Ning Xi's eyes filled with anticipation as she looked at the report in front of her.
Ye Fan, Total Score: 749, National Rank: 1.
Ning Xi, Total Score: 746, National Rank: 2.
Su Qiaoyu, Total Score: 732, National Rank: 75.
Seeing these scores, a joyful smile spread across Ning Xi's face. She picked up the report with her jade-like hand and waved it in front of Ye Fan.
"I did it! I moved up a rank compared to the First-Link Exam. Don't forget about our bet."
"…"
Mentioning the bet made Ye Fan's face turn bitter.
For Ning Xi to remember it so clearly, it definitely wasn't anything good. He couldn't help but start worrying about himself.
Ning Xi blinked her bright eyes and deliberately asked, "Aren't you happy?"
"Happy, happy…"
Ye Fan forced a smile and replied.
Seeing this, Yang Ting, now just a curious onlooker, asked, "What bet? Tell me about it."
"It's just that before the exam, Ye Fan said that if I could rank in the top three nationally, he would agree to one condition of mine," Ning Xi explained.
Yang Ting was inwardly astonished.
This bet…
The target was very clear—the national top three!
It sounded simple, but achieving it was an almost impossible feat!
Out of tens of millions of students, ranking in the top three was something most people wouldn't even dare to dream of. Yet these two had used it as the stakes for a bet. She could only think of two words:
Domineering!!!
Yang Ting couldn't help but smile and said seriously, "You two performed exceptionally well in this Two-Link Exam. Keep it up."
"Teacher promises that if you both end up in the top three of the Genius List, I'll treat you. Wherever you want to go, whatever you want to eat, it's on me!"
After all, the Genius List rewards weren't just generous for students.
Teachers who nurtured students on the Genius List were equally rewarded.
According to the Ministry of Education's announcements:
First place on the Genius List awards 1 million yuan to the class teacher and 500,000 yuan to other teachers.
Second place awards 500,000 yuan to the class teacher and 250,000 yuan to other teachers…
And most importantly, this achievement!
Being able to nurture students who rank on the Genius List would be a glorious addition to her professional record.
Judging by Ye Fan and Ning Xi's current performance, securing a spot in the top ten of the Genius List was almost guaranteed.
Who knows, both of them might end up in the top three.
Just imagining that scenario filled Yang Ting with excitement.
She was on the path to success!
"No need for that," Ye Fan shook his head and smiled. "Teacher, as long as you turn a blind eye now and then, Ning Xi and I definitely won't disappoint you."
His words carried a very clear implication.
Ning Xi's cheeks instantly flushed red.
She wasn't stupid and naturally understood the hidden meaning behind Ye Fan's words.
Yang Ting's expression turned peculiar as she said, "Even the principal doesn't interfere, so I definitely won't. But you two should still pay attention to boundaries. Don't do anything inappropriate at school and be mindful of the impact."
"Also, you're still young. It's best to leave the good things for the future. Don't cross any red lines."
"Ahem!"
Ning Xi couldn't take it anymore. Her face turned crimson as she explained, "Teacher, don't listen to Ye Fan's nonsense! He and I… we're just good friends, nothing more!"
"I see."
Yang Ting nodded in understanding and said, "Most couples start as good friends. You two are both outstanding and a great match. Cherish it."
"Teacher, you…"
"Thank you, Teacher. I'll keep it in mind," Ye Fan interrupted with a grin, winking at Yang Ting before pulling Ning Xi away.
Watching their departing figures, Yang Ting smiled like an indulgent aunt and muttered to herself, "Aside from being a bit young, they're a perfect match. If these two end up together… tsk tsk, how wonderful…"
Just outside the teacher's office building, Ning Xi glared at Ye Fan, fuming.
"What nonsense were you spouting just now?"
"Nonsense?"
Ye Fan feigned confusion, scratching his head innocently. "Xiao Xi, I didn't say anything just now. Don't falsely accuse me."
"…"
Ning Xi stomped her foot and huffed, "I was going to let you off the hook, but now it seems being too kind isn't the way to go. This afternoon after school, I'll come to your house. I've already thought of my condition for the bet. I promise it'll be a surprise!"
"Cough cough—"
Ye Fan immediately tensed up and nervously asked, "Xiao Xi, can you not make it too harsh, considering I made you herbal medicine today?"
He was genuinely scared!
A gut feeling told him that Ning Xi's condition would not be simple.
"Herbal medicine is herbal medicine, and the bet is the bet. The two are separate matters," Ning Xi said firmly.
With that, she turned and left.
Ye Fan silently watched her retreating figure, his face full of worry as he sighed.
He'd made the promise, and no matter what Ning Xi asked for, he'd have to honor it.
When the time comes, he'll face whatever comes.
The sun, hanging high in the sky, gradually descended as time passed. The once-scorching sunlight turned warm, bringing a cool evening breeze that swept across every corner of the land.
In the living room.
The girl crossed her arms, her thin chiffon blouse stretched tight. Looking up, her delicate features and petite, curvaceous figure combined a pure yet seductive charm.
What stood out the most was her youthful innocence. In a few more years, her stunning beauty would undoubtedly be fully realized.
Ye Fan sat on the opposite sofa, his eyes wide open, admiring the view without blinking, afraid to miss even a second.
"Is it beautiful?" she asked.
"Beautiful…"
Ning Xi pouted her red lips and raised her hand to her forehead. "I've told you so many times to act normal and not stare at people like that."
Leaning back on the sofa, Ye Fan said, "No, no, I'm just admiring the most beautiful scenery in the world. With such beauty before me, not looking would be a crime."
"Always with the sweet talk!"
Ning Xi rolled her eyes but then smiled mischievously.
She got up, sat beside Ye Fan, and said softly with a sly smile, "Brother, are you ready?"
Ye Fan shivered and involuntarily swallowed. "Xiao… Xiao Xi, you can talk normally. Don't use that tone. It's creepy!"
"Creepy?"
Ning Xi chuckled and said, "Then that's perfect!"
"…"
"Listen carefully. My condition is…"