Chapter 1199 -1174: Fear of Loss and Gain

“Ye Chen, why do you think that man’s wife came to the school?” Song Xiaoxiao asked in confusion, “And who do you think recorded that video?”

Song Xiaoxiao’s series of questions also puzzled Ye Chen.

This whole thing was orchestrated by him, so Ye Chen naturally knew the reason behind it. However, he absolutely couldn’t tell Song Xiaoxiao the truth.

“People like Li Mei surely have many who hate her. Not to mention the many men around her; maybe one of them acted out of jealousy and did this to get revenge on her,” Ye Chen replied.

“But I don’t think so. I always felt something was off about this,” Song Xiaoxiao said, furrowing her delicate brows.

She then looked at Ye Chen and asked, “Ye Chen, did you do this?”

Back when Ye Chen found out Li Mei was trying to harm Song Xiaoxiao, the anger on his face was still vivid in her mind.

Song Xiaoxiao always felt that this incident had something to do with Ye Chen, and that all of it was orchestrated by him.

“Xiaoxiao, don’t be ridiculous. How could I have such capabilities? You’re giving me way too much credit,” Ye Chen scratched his head, smiling as he spoke.

From the look in Song Xiaoxiao’s eyes, he could already tell that the girl was growing suspicious of him.

Even so, Ye Chen couldn’t confess, as doing something like stabbing someone in the back wasn’t particularly honorable or gentlemanly.

Ye Chen was also afraid that this issue would make Song Xiaoxiao think poorly of him and affect their relationship.

“Hahaha, I’m just joking. I don’t think you could be that kind of person. Though Li Mei is detestable, doing this really pushes her to a dead end. She was so close to graduating next year but is now being forced to drop out. Don’t you think that’s pitiful?” Song Xiaoxiao said, looking forlorn.

Song Xiaoxiao truly was a kind-hearted girl, and Ye Chen became more certain of this through this incident.

But being too kind in this world isn’t always a good thing. Even if you’re kind, others might not reciprocate the same way.

Like Li Mei, it doesn’t matter how kind you are to her; it doesn’t help. She already had murderous intentions towards Song Xiaoxiao.

To this day, Song Xiaoxiao was unaware of this, and Ye Chen saw no need to tell her, to spare her unnecessary worries.

Now that the danger had passed, Ye Chen could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

“Yeah, Li Mei did suffer a lot because of this, but that’s what happens when you live like her. Sooner or later, it was going to lead to trouble. This time, it’s just a lesson for her. You don’t need to worry too much about her. After all, we all walk our own paths, and no one else can walk them for us,” Ye Chen said indifferently.

Song Xiaoxiao also felt that Ye Chen made sense. Li Mei often didn’t come back to the dorm at night, getting involved in shady activities outside.

People like her surely wouldn’t have a good outcome.

In Song Xiaoxiao’s mind, Ye Chen had always been someone who took responsibility for his actions. Since he denied any involvement, she trusted that he had nothing to do with it.

Song Xiaoxiao trusted Ye Chen completely.

“Alright, let’s not talk about this anymore,” Song Xiaoxiao suddenly said, changing the topic.

Upon hearing this, Ye Chen let out a long sigh of relief. If Song Xiaoxiao had persisted with her questions, he would have had to rack his brains for excuses and reasons to appease her.

Thankfully, Song Xiaoxiao didn’t press the issue any further, so Ye Chen didn’t have to remain so tense.

“Yeah, Xiaoxiao, you’re just too kind. Li Mei brought this upon herself and it has nothing to do with you, so stop thinking about her,” Ye Chen quickly comforted her as he saw her changing the topic.

Song Xiaoxiao nodded. Initially, she felt a bit upset, thinking all of this started when she publicly exposed Li Mei’s scandal, leading to the video, the photos, and the rightful wife showing up.

But after Ye Chen’s comforting words, she felt an immediate sense of relief.

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Ye Chen always knew how to comfort her, instantly uplifting her mood. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

“Xiaoxiao, where do you want to go today?” Ye Chen asked.

Just as Song Xiaoxiao was about to speak, Ye Chen’s phone rang. She glanced at the screen with the corner of her eye and saw the name Wanyi.

She knew it was Su Wanyi calling, so she wisely closed her mouth.

Ye Chen showed no sign of embarrassment and answered the call gracefully.

“Wanyi, what brings you to call me now?” Ye Chen asked with a smile.

“Ye Chen, are you free tonight?” Su Wanyi asked on the other end of the line.

“Yes, even if I’m not, I’ll make time,” Ye Chen joked.

“Alright, come with me to visit my parents’ house tonight, okay?” Su Wanyi asked.

“No problem. I’ll pick you up after work.”

After saying this, the call ended.

“Xiaoxiao, you haven’t said where you want to go yet,” Ye Chen asked.

“I don’t have anywhere specific in mind. I just want you to walk with me around the campus. Is that okay?” Song Xiaoxiao pleaded.

“That’s way too easy. Wait a moment while I park the car,” Ye Chen said with a smile.

Song Xiaoxiao waited at the entrance while Ye Chen went to the nearby parking lot.

After parking the car, Ye Chen returned to find Song Xiaoxiao waiting with her head down.

The two of them walked towards the campus without the security guards stopping them.

As they walked along the campus path, Song Xiaoxiao looked down and said, “Ye Chen, it would’ve been great if we had known each other when we were in school.”

“It’s nice now too, Xiaoxiao. Why do you think that way?” Ye Chen asked, looking puzzled at Song Xiaoxiao.

This girl seemed to have something on her mind. She shook her head and said, “It’s nothing.”

Song Xiaoxiao always felt that every day spent with Ye Chen was unreal, especially since Su Wanyi was already in his life.

Though there was only Ye Chen by her side, unlike Li Mei who had multiple affairs.

But after all, Su Wanyi was already with Ye Chen, and sometimes Song Xiaoxiao felt like she was doing something wrong by being with him.

Seeing Li Mei being confronted by the rightful wife, Song Xiaoxiao felt even less secure. She feared that one day, the girl named Su Wanyi would come to the school and confront her, and she wouldn’t know how to deal with it.

If that day really came, she knew it would be the day to part ways with Ye Chen. Thinking about this made Song Xiaoxiao feel sad, tears even started falling.

“Xiaoxiao, what’s wrong?” Ye Chen asked, puzzled as to why Song Xiaoxiao, who had been fine just a moment ago, had suddenly started crying.

“Ye Chen, I don’t want to lose you.” Song Xiaoxiao suddenly hugged Ye Chen tightly.

Song Xiaoxiao’s sudden action startled Ye Chen and drew the gazes of people around them.

After all, they were on campus, surrounded by many onlookers. Ye Chen said awkwardly, “Xiaoxiao, don’t do this. There are lots of people watching.”

Actually, Ye Chen didn’t mind, but he was worried it might negatively affect Song Xiaoxiao.