Peerless Martial Expert in the City
Chapter 588 - 584: The Resentment of a Young Girl

Chapter 588: Chapter 584: The Resentment of a Young Girl

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"Oh, thank you for your guidance, elder brother!"

Upon hearing Situ Qingfeng’s words, Zeng Xiaomei fell into deep thought, seemingly pondering the profound implications of the method he described, involving intricate aspects of criminal investigation.

After reflecting for a while, she suddenly showed a look of realization. Her expression turned serious, and she respectfully bowed deeply to Situ Qingfeng, completely oblivious to the odd expression on Situ Qingfeng’s face and the strangeness of his tone.

Seeing that Zeng Xiaomei had been fooled by his rambling nonsense, Situ Qingfeng’s face relaxed, his hand wiping off a drop of cold sweat, secretly relieved that he had managed to blunder through without causing major trouble. Otherwise, he feared he might have truly suffered, unsure if the boss would chase him down to province Z in a fit of anger.

Looking at Zeng Xiaomei’s respectful demeanor, Situ Qingfeng didn’t say much but nodded and quickly turned to walk toward the boarding gate, speeding up his steps. He felt it was better to go in quickly to avoid lingering and accidentally saying too much.

As he walked briskly, he couldn’t help thinking, "My dear junior sister, I’ve hinted as much as I can; the rest is up to your insight."

Hope you truly take my words to heart and turn to Xiao Yi when in need, rather than seeking others. By doing so, you’ll achieve gains beyond your expectations.

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The day after Situ Qingfeng left, Xiao Yi received another call from Wang Xiaohu.

Listening to the young man’s voice on the phone, sounding thoroughly different from the day before, Xiao Yi’s face spontaneously wore a pleased expression; he knew the young man had not disappointed him.

When he heard Wang Xiaohu say "thank you," his smile became even more radiant.

Yet, he didn’t say much, simply encouraging him with a brief "keep it up" before hanging up the phone.

He knew that was enough; any other words would have been unnecessary and superfluous for Wang Xiaohu at that moment.

A week later, while dining with Wang Qingqing, her stories further confirmed Wang Xiaohu’s understanding of his previous talk, deepening Xiao Yi’s gratification.

Wang Qingqing, with a face full of happiness, told him how Wang Xiaohu had undergone an incredible change over the last week, seemingly becoming a different person. Previously, after school, he would always dawdle by playing soccer or hanging out with his classmates before heading home right before dinner, often causing distress to his aunt Li Xiumei. Now, he headed straight home on time every day, no longer playing games or watching TV but immediately diving into his books, studying earnestly until late and waking up early to read.

Initially, Li Xiumei and others thought it might be a fleeting interest or perhaps a facade to gain something for an unknown purpose. However, after making a special trip to the school, they found the homeroom and subject teachers, who frequently complained about Wang Xiaohu, now greeted them with smiles and didn’t complain, a record-breaking change. She quietly observed from the classroom door and noticed he was indeed more attentive in class.

Now, they all silently prayed Wang Xiaohu’s transformation would last and that he truly had improved.

"Xiao Yi, what do you think, has Xiaohu really become sensible, or is this just another fleeting interest that might revert to his old self later?"

After sharing Wang Xiaohu’s transformation, Wang Qingqing looked at Xiao Yi with an expectant expression.

"I think he really has become sensible. People grow up gradually and will learn to be sensible. You need to have a bit of faith and trust in him," Xiao Yi said.

A smile formed on Xiao Yi’s lips.

Well done, Xiaohu, keep it up!

Internally cheering, Xiao Yi imagined the teenager studying diligently and couldn’t help but feel a real sense of anticipation for Wang Xiaohu.

"Indeed, hopefully, hehe."

However, Wang Qingqing hadn’t sensed the confidence in Xiao Yi’s words, and she hadn’t expected a definitive answer from him, knowing all too well that Xiao Yi was no clairvoyant, and even less familiar with Wang Xiaohu than she was. How could he know whether Wang Xiaohu’s changes were temporary or permanent?

The reason she had asked was purely because she cared too much about Wang Xiaohu. She truly hoped that he could maintain his current state and had subconsciously sought a confirmation from Xiao Yi.

After hearing Xiao Yi’s words, she actually snapped back to reality, smiled, nodded in agreement with him, and a look of prayer crossed her eyes.

She knew that Wang Xiaohu’s grades, although not particularly poor, were never quite ideal. Given his current academic performance, unless something changed, attending a top university like Peking University was nearly impossible, even other less prestigious universities would be quite a reach.

Despite embracing the modern education, as a university student of the new century, she didn’t believe one had to attend a famous university to find a way out. All roads lead to Rome, but still, deep down, she hoped he would go to university. While all roads lead to Rome, for children from ordinary families like theirs, education was undoubtedly the shortest path.

As long as Wang Xiaohu maintained his current determination, with her understanding of him and his intelligence and wisdom, she dared not say much else, but qualifying for a top-tier university should be no issue. Even schools like Tsinghua and Peking University were not out of the question.

"Xiao Yi, what do you think has triggered Xiaohu this time? What caused such a sudden change?"

After a moment, Wang Qingqing felt her thoughts were a bit silly, perhaps too farfetched, and she shook her head, yet she couldn’t help but think about the question Xiaohu wouldn’t answer, no matter how much she prodded.

"This... Didn’t he tell you?"

Xiao Yi looked at Wang Qingqing, a bit surprised.

"No, whenever I ask him, he just smiles. That kid, he’s learned to act all mysterious."

Seeing the look of surprise on Xiao Yi’s face, Wang Qingqing suddenly remembered the time she had asked Xiaohu about it, and couldn’t help feeling a bit annoyed. That kid had started to act mysterious in front of her, simply saying, ’I decided to change,’ then laughing. When she tried to ask him more, he told her he had to study, leaving her frustrated.

"Well... I don’t know either. As long as he’s improved, that’s what matters. Why trouble ourselves with so much more?"

Although Xiao Yi didn’t know why Wang Xiaohu hadn’t divulged the reason, since he hadn’t mentioned it, Xiao Yi wouldn’t either. Not only might revealing it cause Xiaohu to react negatively or have other bad consequences, Xiao Yi also felt there was no need to go into details. Speaking too much could appear like fishing for praise or showing off—something he disdained and disliked.

"Indeed, hehe."

Wang Qingqing didn’t think much more about it. Comforted by Xiao Yi’s words, she felt she had indeed worried unnecessarily. She also smiled and shook her head.

Looking at Xiao Yi’s perpetually calm and composed smile, Wang Qingqing couldn’t help but feel a twinge of guilt. She felt much older than him, even though they were about the same age, and she was considered quite mature and responsible among her classmates and friends, usually playing the role of the elder sister.

However, compared to Xiao Yi, she felt like a child.

At the least, she couldn’t match his composure and calm.

In admiring him, Wang Qingqing suddenly remembered another matter, and felt a helpless and faint resentment towards Xiao Yi’s composure. After all this time, she had made her feelings quite obvious, stopping just short of confessing openly. Yet, Xiao Yi remained ’calm,’ seemingly oblivious to her feelings, never uttering the words she longed to hear.

Each meeting, she came with great hopes that he would finally speak those words. She even tried hinting at it, but in the end, he never spoke them, and all she faced was disappointment after disappointment.

This time too, judging by Xiao Yi’s expression, she was bound to be disappointed.

Perhaps... perhaps he also felt they were still too young to consider these matters. Fortunately, it seemed he cared deeply about her, liked her—even that was without doubt.

Amid slight resentment and regret, Wang Qingqing silently reiterated to herself the reasons and words with which she had comforted herself many times before, whispered a consolation to herself, and a look of relief appeared on her face. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, feel free to recommend it and vote on Qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)