Otherwise, I would really like to have another sister.

"I think Qingxue will be overjoyed when she finds out," Lin Wanning said excitedly with a laugh. "You have no idea how many times Qingxue has told me how much she loves the idea of the three of us sharing a bed, staying up all night talking, and falling asleep in each other's arms."

Hu Yuying smiled as well—she loved that feeling too.

Sometimes, Hu Yuying wondered if their friendship was destined.

In school, in the dorm, and in class, they had met many other friends.

But none of those friendships brought them the same joy as the time they spent with Qingxue and Wanning.

She was sure Qingxue felt the same way. Ever since she stopped living in the dorm, the smile on Qingxue’s face had visibly faded.

That was exactly why Hu Yuying had suggested Qingxue move in with them.

The only difference was that the incident with Ye Liangchen had accelerated everything.

The rooms weren’t even fully renovated yet, and moving in now would be a bit of a hassle since the workers were still working.

But there were ways around that.

They could leave one room untouched for now, finish the others first, and then renovate the last one later.

After sharing her idea with Lin Wanning, Wanning immediately agreed without hesitation.

"Thank you, sis. You’re the best sister ever," she said, planting a kiss on Hu Yuying’s cheek.

Hu Yuying chuckled and rubbed the spot where Lin Wanning had kissed her. "Look how happy you are."

"Of course I’m happy! Thank you for coming into my life. I’m really, really happy." Her voice wavered slightly as she spoke.

Noticing this, Hu Yuying pulled Lin Wanning into her arms. "I used to be so lonely. I thought I had gotten used to it, but then Brother Long told me that life isn’t just about loneliness—it’s about freedom and hope."

"He wanted me to face the world with expectation and love, and that’s how I found my own dreams and desires."

"If they don’t like you, then don’t like them back."

"It’s not a big deal. There will always be countless people who adore you."

Lin Wanning nuzzled against Hu Yuying’s neck. She wasn’t usually an emotional person, but with Hu Yuying, she always showed her truest self—whether she was happy or upset.

Her sister would always take care of her.

Resting her head against Hu Yuying’s shoulder, she murmured softly, "Before, I felt like a puppet on a fixed path. But meeting you all was like waking up in an instant—it was exhilarating."

Hu Yuying looked down at Wanning. She knew exactly what that felt like—as if the chains binding her had suddenly shattered. That indescribable liberation was something she had experienced firsthand.

Lin Wanning suddenly lifted her face and lightly flicked her tongue against Hu Yuying’s earlobe.

The tingling sensation sent a shiver down Hu Yuying’s spine, making her instinctively pull back.

Seeing her reaction, Lin Wanning giggled. "Every part of you is so sensitive, sis."

Hu Yuying rolled her eyes. "You’re such a troublemaker."

Still nestled in Hu Yuying’s arms, Lin Wanning snapped a photo with her phone. "Sis, do you think Qingxue would rush over immediately if she saw this?"

"She would," Hu Yuying replied confidently. She knew how much Qingxue loved being part of the fun. "I really hope we can stay like this forever."

Brother Long had taught her so much about life—he was the first person who had gently guided her toward change.

And Qingxue was the first to accept that change and stand by her side. Her optimism, her cheerfulness, and her smile had slowly influenced Hu Yuying, helping her become a better person.

She still remembered how reluctant she had been to leave the dorm, knowing it meant being apart from Qingxue. That reluctance had been just as strong as Qingxue’s.

Even though they wouldn’t be far apart, the thought of separation had felt unbearable.

So real that even now, just thinking about it made her heart flutter with unease.

Lin Wanning looked up at Hu Yuying playfully. "It’s simple—just make Qingxue call us 'sis,' and we’ll never have to part."

Hu Yuying pinched Wanning’s cheek in mock exasperation. "Silly girl, Qingxue would never agree to that."

Lin Wanning came from an unhappy family. She had given up everything—she only had herself left.

But Qingxue was different. Her family treated her well, and she had her own ties and attachments.

Of course Hu Yuying knew about Qingxue’s feelings for Brother Long—she had been the first to notice.

But after she and Brother Long officially got together, she could clearly sense Qingxue’s genuine happiness and acceptance.

Unlike the girl in her arms right now, who called him "Brother" to his face but had handcuffs ready behind his back...

Feeling Hu Yuying’s gaze, Lin Wanning buried her face against her shoulder and whined, "Mmm~ Sis, I’m sorry. You can punish me however you want..."

"Enough with the act. I’ll deal with you later," Hu Yuying said, pretending to be stern.

Lin Wanning dropped the playful tone and spoke seriously. "Qingxue isn’t like me. She might seem cheerful all the time, but she’s actually the most strong-willed and proud. She knows when to hold on and when to let go—she has her own little pride..."

"I know," Hu Yuying said with a smirk. "Otherwise, I’d love to have another little sister."

"Ohhh, is one sister not enough for you? If you had another, you’d have to worry about whether Brother Long could handle it..."

Lin Wanning wrapped her arms around Hu Yuying’s slender waist, her eyes glinting mischievously as she whispered, "Sis, have you been happy with Brother Long these past couple of days?"

Hu Yuying looked down at her with amusement. This little minx always let her true intentions slip eventually.

"He’s like a bull in heat. But I haven’t let him touch me the last two days." After that night when he went at her for over six hours straight, Hu Yuying had been so exhausted she couldn’t even lift a finger. She had scolded Brother Long fiercely and refused him since then.

The toll on her body had been unbearable—even walking felt unsteady.

Lin Wanning nodded sympathetically, twirling a strand of Hu Yuying’s hair around her finger. "You’ve worked hard, sis. Let me give you a massage."

She nudged Hu Yuying toward the bedroom, coaxing her onto the bed before stripping her down.

Hu Yuying instinctively covered her chest, only to feel Lin Wanning’s fingers gliding over her back moments later.

"How’s this, sis? Is the pressure okay?"

Lin Wanning kneaded gently, occasionally teasing Hu Yuying with light tickles...