Chapter 26 Breaking Precedent for Her

Zhong Zhe finally understood why Junxi liked her so much.
He wasn’t one to fall for looks instantly, nor would he dote on a girl for no reason—now it seemed, he’d been in love for ages.
Duan Chengyu was puzzled.
“Why hide your identity at school, your relationship with Junxi ge, and even chase Shiyu Bai?”
That last part bothered him most.
It made no sense.
Not that he looked down on ordinary people—but those from wealthy families grew up with different education, experiences, ideals, values, and interests—like parallel lines that never meet.
Stories of “domineering CEOs falling for ordinary girls” or “rich ladies eloping with poor boys” existed only in fantasies—rare in reality, and even then, just flings.
But her pursuit of Shiyu Bai was intense, determined—no fling.
So he couldn’t fathom: what attracted her to Shiyu Bai? His character, ability, looks—all paled next to Junxi.
Moreover, in Beijing, only the century-old Shen family—with wealth and power beyond measure—matched the Su family.
They were childhood sweethearts, innocent—deep bond, meant to be.
No matter how he thought, she should like Junxi ge!
“I…” Su Niansheng faltered, dazed. Shen Junxi cut in, tossing an orange to shut him up. “You got nothing better to do this morning? So chatty.”
“I don’t like oranges.”
“You like fists?”
“Chengyu, Xiao Zhe—you’re here?”
Jian Yan and Shen Chenyuan came down from the second floor.
Duan Chengyu and Zhong Zhe stopped fooling around, greeting politely.
“Good morning, Uncle Auntie—I came to see Junxi ge, want to check out the new club he acquired.”
“Oh? What’s it called?”
“TYJ.”
“That’s the hottest eSports team lately—your dad said you’re talented in this. Impressive.”
“Uncle, you flatter me—my talent’s nothing next to Junxi ge. He made getting this club possible.”
Huh?
Su Niansheng looked at him confused.
She remembered he didn’t like games—how’d he get so good? Did his skills skyrocket during their years apart?
“Got time to play with me?”
She raised an eyebrow.
“Sure.”
Shen Junxi leaned in—his clear, magnetic voice tickled her ear, gentle as can be. “First help me build the aircraft carrier.”
But his words were far from gentle!
Su Niansheng: “…No way!”
“Xiaoqian—how’s breakfast? Not sure your taste changed, so the kitchen prepared Chinese and Western options. Come see.”
“Thought of what to wear? No ideas? Auntie can help—love dressing Barbie dolls pretty!”
“Xiaoqian—sorry Uncle’s busy, missed greeting you yesterday. See anything you like? Uncle’ll throw a welcome party tonight.”
Zhong Zhe and Duan Chengyu saw the adults’ attention shift to Su Niansheng—exchanging glances.
Seems not just them—Uncle and Auntie doted on her like a daughter-in-law.

At Beijing University.
Su Niansheng left Chongde Building after class—seeing Shiyu Bai, Cheng Hao, and Zhao Yihang.
Why were they in the art department?
She turned to leave—they ran up.
“Campus Belle!”
“Beauty—we’ve waited long!”
Zhao Yihang smiled, leaning in. Su Niansheng frowned, stepping back subtly.
“Need something?”
“Yes! Here to apologize!”
“Sorry—last week in the library, I spilled on your clothes. My roommate’s birthday—I drank too much, got carried away. Next time, invite you? Especially with Shiyu Bai around!”
He looked at her expectantly, as if for delight.
“Also—Shiyu Bai washed the clothes himself. Some stains remain—we’ll fix it, return them. You’re big-hearted—won’t hold it against me, right?”
He finished cheekily. Su Niansheng replied coldly: “Yes.”
“Huh?”
He froze.
Cheng Hao was surprised too.
“I said yes. Must I accept just because you apologized?”
“Well…”
But as Shiyu Bai’s roommate, he apologized and offered to set them up—she still refused?
“Anything else?” Su Niansheng was indifferent. “If not, I’m leaving—don’t show up again.”
Zhao Yihang bit his lip.
What’s she acting high and mighty for?
Usually clingy to Shiyu Bai—now pretending to be noble.
She was about to leave when the silent boy spoke: “Su Niansheng.”
“No need to leave the group—’Craftsmanship and Practice’ group assignment’s submitted, everyone gets full marks.”
“Right.” Cheng Hao chimed in. “Campus Belle—Shiyu Bai’s fair, never bends rules. Even the principal’s daughter was rejected—first time breaking precedent for you.”
For her?
Heh.
Su Niansheng smirked.
They claimed to apologize but acted condescending—nauseating.
“Honored—but I don’t want this precedent.”
“What about your credits?”
Shiyu Bai looked at her steadily.
As if sure she’d take the out.
“Right, Campus Belle—we know you’re mad. But Yihang apologized. Don’t risk graduation over a grudge—Shiyu Bai’s preparing for internships…”