I Agreed, You Know

There were only two classes in the afternoon.

Most of the students were packing their belongings. Those who hated the hassle had already packed some of their luggage in advance, even bringing their suitcases to the classroom. They were just waiting for school to end so they could take them back, avoiding a massive packing effort after the exams.

Phones had also been handed out early, and everyone played on them freely during class.

Probably more than half of the students were communicating with their families.

Shen Nian didn't have much to pack. He stuffed some test papers into the trash can and threw them away. As for his books, he would take them home.

The things he absolutely couldn't throw away were his mistake notebook and some materials and notes he had compiled himself. He planned to give these out for free as perks when he set up his study live-stream channel later.

Hey, don't throw away your notebooks and stuff, he quickly reminded Xia Yanchun, afraid she might toss her notes. He then glanced at the still-drowsy Li Shiyan. Don't throw yours away either. Give them to me after graduation, I have a use for them.

He and Xia Yanchun were both strong contenders for the provincial top scorer. Although Li Shiyan wasn't quite at that level, she was still a top-tier student capable of scoring around 670 or 680. These were definitely the notes of super scholars.

The kind that could be sold for money once organized.

Li Shiyan perked up a little, blinking in confusion.

Xia Yanchun asked curiously, What do you want them for?

To compile, back up, and share for free, Shen Nian grinned.

By organizing the notes into digital text, people could take them just by following his account. He would be a cyber Buddha, enjoying cyber incense, and benefiting the vast number of high school seniors.

This was his initial plan.

There were many study live-stream channels, and these notes would be his competitive edge. It wasn't about making money; it was a little tactic to attract traffic.

What the heck are you up to? Xia Yanchun furrowed her delicate brows.

Don't worry about it, just save them for me.

Alright.

You too, got it?

Got it... Li Shiyan nodded obediently. She didn't have any younger siblings, and things like notes and study materials were useless after the exams anyway, so she didn't mind giving them away.

Shen Nian felt relieved now.

He would need a computer for live streaming no matter what. The June 18th shopping festival was coming up shortly after the exams, and Shen Nian planned to go look for a computer during this time.

He would have to go to the PC building forums to ask the experts for advice.

During the last class, Su Kexi came to the classroom again. She chatted about various random things, occasionally throwing in a funny story from when she used to take exams, or giving some points of caution.

The laughter in the class never stopped.

As Su Kexi kept talking, she felt a little like crying.

First, because she was reluctant to part with them.

Second, because absolutely no one set off party poppers for her.

The class next door wasn't like this! You guys were supposed to scare me with party poppers when I walked in, the girls were supposed to gather around me and cry together, the boys were supposed to stay silent, and then we'd all take a group photo!

The class next door had people setting off poppers for their teacher, but she had none, causing a strong sense of disappointment.

Had she really never been acknowledged by her students...?!

Little teardrops swirled in Su Kexi's eyes. After leaving the classroom, she put on a bitter face and went off to feel sad.

Shen Nian, having nothing to do, tipped his chair back and waved at Xia Yanchun.

What?

It's almost the holidays, come over and sit for a bit?

...

Xia Yanchun boldly slipped over and sat in the empty seat on the inside next to Shen Nian.

Hehe. Shen Nian propped up his face and studied Xia Yanchun's little face; it was awfully cute.

He had to look more at the current Chunbao; in the future, he wouldn't be able to see Chunbao wearing the blue and white school uniform anymore.

Your eyeballs are about to fall out, Xia Yanchun couldn't help but call him out.

Shen Nian restrained the corners of his mouth and stopped smiling. By the way, since you guys are class officers, aren't you going to buy some flowers to give to the teacher? When I passed by the class next door, I saw ribbons all over the floor.

What's the rush? We still have to come back after the exams.

Is that so?

Yeah, after the exams, everyone has to come back to the classroom for activities, a party, or whatever. It won't be too late to buy party poppers and flowers then. It would be best to tear up the books and test papers and throw them downstairs too.

Madam Class Monitor knows so much.

Who doesn't know? You're the only one who doesn't know anything, Xia Yanchun curled her lip.

The class officers had naturally discussed these things. They had all decided to use the class funds to organize some activities when they came back from the exams to celebrate the end of the tests. There would definitely be party poppers, ribbons, flowers, and the like.

Madam Class Monitor is right.

...Speechless. Since you know I'm Madam Class Monitor, hurry up and pay your respects.

I call you Madam once and it goes straight to your head.

I don't even know why you keep calling me Madam, makes it sound like you're my slave.

You're an idiot.

Someone's triggered.

... Shen Nian sweatdropped. Husky Chun, you really are invincible.

When the last class ended, the classroom instantly boiled over. A few students immediately ran out of the classroom, carrying their luggage and rushing to leave the school. There were also those who were unhurried, chatting with their classmates. Shen Nian, as always, just put on his backpack and was ready to go.

It was just that there were quite a few books, making the backpack heavier than usual.

Xia Yanchun's backpack was also filled with books, causing the whole bag to sag. Shen Nian simply helped her carry it.

The backpack, which was very heavy for Xia Yanchun, felt like nothing in Shen Nian's hands.

In broad daylight and in public, Xia Yanchun didn't care that much anymore. At this point in time, if they were discovered, then so be it!

Li Shiyan was following right beside them and didn't know what to say. She didn't even know if this meant they were in a relationship.

After finding out they were childhood friends, Li Shiyan felt that the little actions she usually found somewhat ambiguous were actually quite normal. Things like helping to carry a bag could only be considered mutual help, not even ambiguous.

On the contrary, all that playful banter and roughhousing seemed even more romantic and ambiguous after knowing they were childhood sweethearts.

Why hasn't Shen Nian confessed to Xiaochun yet? It's killing me!

Shiyan, do you have any plans for the summer vacation? Xia Yanchun took Li Shiyan's hand, swinging it as they walked in front, treating Shen Nian as a ruthless bag-carrying tool.

Um... no.

I want to go to the beach to play, swim, sunbathe...

Just... the two of you? Li Shiyan's gaze shifted between the two of them.

Mhm, do you want to come?

Is anyone else going?

I don't know, I'll have to ask when I get back. We might invite Shen Nian's older sister to go together, but I don't know if she's free.

Oh.

Li Shiyan thought for a moment. Then ask Shen Nian's sister first. If she goes, I'll go too.

It wasn't that she didn't want to go, but rather she felt she would ruin the atmosphere, sticking out like a third wheel. Even if Xia Yanchun didn't mind, Shen Nian would probably find her presence annoying and be unable to let loose.

If it was just Shen Nian and Xia Yanchun, then it would be a romantic date, and her going would only get in the way. If Shen Nian's sister was also going, it would prove that this was just a normal trip, and she could tag along.

Taking a step back, even if she was treated as a third wheel, there would be two third wheels.

That hateful Shen Nian was truly guilty of terrible crimes!

Li Shiyan complained inwardly. If it were in the past, when Xia Yanchun invited her out to play, she would have eagerly tagged along. It was all because of Shen Nian that she couldn't just hang out with Xia Yanchun as freely as she pleased.

Shiyan, what are you thinking about?

Um, nothing.

"Hmph, you keep saying it's nothing, but it's written all over your face."

Looking at Li Shiyan's miserable expression, the clever Xia Yanchun more or less knew what was going on in her mind.

"It's really nothing..."

Xia Yanchun stopped talking. She just kept squeezing Li Shiyan's hand, calling her an idiot the entire way.

She and Shen Nian hung out every single day; they didn't need to wait for a trip to be romantic. She wanted to go to the beach with Shen Nian just for fun, and having more people around simply made it more fun.

Leaning against Xia Yanchun, Li Shiyan pretended not to hear the "idiot" remarks. She cared much more about what was going on between Shen Nian and Xia Yanchun.

Childhood sweethearts should just obediently get together already!

Since Shen Nian likes Xiao Chun, can't he just confess to her quickly? They've already graduated!

Shen Nian might be able to sit still, but she certainly couldn't. It was a classic case of the bystanders being more anxious than the people actually involved.

"Xiao Chun... when Shen Nian finally confesses to you, you have to secretly tell me." She couldn't hold back her little thoughts.

"Why are you always trying to set me and Shen Nian up? Did he bribe you to put in a good word for him?" Xia Yanchun asked, amused.

One moment saying Shen Nian liked her, and the next saying she liked Shen Nian—her guesses were far too accurate.

"N-no! I just think you guys are a super perfect match. If you don't get together, I won't be able to sleep at night!"

If a couple she shipped so hard didn't end up together, the ultimate shipper would drop dead on the spot!

"Is it really that serious..."

"It is!"

Li Shiyan glanced back at Shen Nian, who was trailing behind them playing on his phone, and said hurriedly, "Shen Nian likes you! Don't you have any feelings for him at all??"

"Hmm..."

Xia Yanchun pursed her lips, seemingly conflicted.

Feeling bold, she leaned into Li Shiyan's ear. "You guessed right. Shen Nian likes me, and I like him too."

Blinking in confusion at first, Li Shiyan's eyes slowly widened, and she covered her mouth in surprise.

She admitted it?!

Xiao Chun actually admitted it!

Flushed with excitement, Li Shiyan instinctively grabbed Xia Yanchun's hand, unable to hide the thrill in her voice. "Th-then the two of you..."

"Hehe, Shen Nian confessed to me during the New Year."

"Then, then, then...!"

"And I said yes."