Chapter 93.2 – Extra: Qiao Jinye

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　　When Jiang Dai was very young, her parents tragically passed away in an airplane accident. Her grandmother, the CEO of the Jiang Corporation, became her guardian and showered her with affection, albeit harboring demanding expectations.

　　She had several uncles and cousins, but Jiang Dai knew that her grandmother held a special place for her. Among her grandmother’s three children, her own father was the most beloved. He was meant to be the heir to the family business but passed away prematurely.

　　The competition classes often ran overtime, with the latest ending past ten at night. Hence,  Jiang Dai would always have to traverse a dark, dimly lit path through the back entrance daily.

　　On one occasion, she encountered two intoxicated individuals wielding bottles of alcohol along that secluded path. They stumbled towards her, slurring their words and attempting to harass her with their drunken advances.

　　Qiao Jinye appeared out of nowhere with an intimidating and ferocious demeanor. He swiftly delivered a series of forceful kicks, sending the drunken troublemakers scurrying away in a state of utter panic.

　　Subsequently, Jiang Dai discovered that when she finished her classes, Qiao Jinye would discreetly follow her from the school’s back exit every evening. Although he maintained a safe distance, he still ensured her safety until she boarded her family vehicle.

　　Jiang Dai had never been in a romantic relationship, nor did she have the energy to entertain such thoughts. However, it did not mean that she was oblivious to Qiao Jinye’s intentions.

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　　After the college entrance examination, Jiang Dai’s grandmother arranged a dinner gathering with the Leu family’s young master, Lu Yanlin, and his parents.

　　Lu Yanlin was also Jiang Dai’s classmate, and he had always held a fondness for her. Since his parents planned to send him abroad for further studies, they also invited Jiang Dai to join them.

　　Jiang Dai understood that her grandmother’s intentions were subtly hinting at an arranged marriage.

　　The Lu family had experienced remarkable growth in the past decade, rapidly becoming one of the newly affluent and influential families in Yanjing City. On top of that, they specialized in cutting-edge and trending high-tech industries. If Jiang Dai were to marry Lu Yanlin, it would undoubtedly provide significant support to the Jiang clan in the future.

　　Jiang Dai’s reaction to this proposition was somewhat subdued, not displaying strong resistance and much enthusiasm.

　　Lu Yanlin possessed a handsome appearance and a pleasant personality. If the marriage alliance were to proceed, he would indeed be a suitable candidate. After all, it would be far better than marrying a divorced middle-aged man.

　　However…… as she sat and dined with Lu Yanlin, occasional flashes of Qiao Jinye’s face would appear in her mind.

　　After the college entrance examination results were released, Lu Yanlin inquired about Jiang Dai’s future plans.

　　Jiang Dai expressed her desire to attend Qing University instead of going abroad. Lu Yanlin reassured her, stating that his scores were also sufficient for Qing University and that he would be willing to accompany her.

　　With that, Lu Yanlin’s pursuit of Jiang Dai became increasingly evident. At the graduation dinner, he took the initiative to join her side.

　　After the graduation dinner, everyone decided to head to a karaoke place together.

　　While Jiang Dai went to the restroom, a few of Lu Yanlin’s friends started gossiping among themselves.

　　“It seems like Young Master Lu hasn’t won over the heart of Beauty Jiang yet.”

　　Lu Yanlin chuckled softly, “I’m still pursuing her, and Daidai has yet to give her consent.”

　　“I mean, she’s the campus belle, has good looks, comes from a wealthy family, and most importantly, has a great figure. Come on, Young Master Lu, you’ve got to give it your all!”

　　“That’s right! Jiang Dai’s qualities are worth your dedicated efforts! While there are many wealthy girls out there, only a few, like Jiang Dai, have the condition to inherit the family business due to the unfortunate loss of both her parents. Most girls can only receive a small portion of real estate without getting shares or stock options. But Jiang Dai is different. She directly inherits her late father’s shares, and in the future, she might even become the heiress of the family. The key is that she is still pure and innocent. I haven’t seen her involved in any romantic relationships. If you succeed, you’ll hit the jackpot.”

　　Meanwhile, Qiao Jinye and Li Kai were playing dice.

　　Upon hearing those words, Li Kai nervously observed Qiao Jinye, fearing that he would again lose his temper and become uncontrollable.

　　To everyone’s surprise, Qiao Jinye showed no reaction. Instead, he continued to drink heavily to pass the time. As the event approached its end, loads became intoxicated.

　　He suddenly walked over to Jiang Dai’s side and yanked her up from the couch before forcefully dragging her out of the private room to stand in the corridor leading outside.

　　He pressed Jiang Dai against the wall and leaned down as his hot, alcohol-laden breath tickled her ear. Each word he spoke carried a chilling hostility, “You can date anyone, but be cautious and keep your eyes open. I can’t say for sure whether Lu Yanlin is a good person, but those he calls his friends leave much to be desired.”

　　Jiang Dai’s initial shock and confusion gradually subsided as she regained her composure.

　　She lifted her chin and gazed into Qiao Jinye’s eyes, holding the gaze for a moment before a soft laughter escaped her lips. “What do you mean?”

　　Qiao Jinye probably did not anticipate this kind of response from her, and with the influence of alcohol, his already irritable emotions heightened. He scratched his head and exclaimed, “It’s nothing. Just a friendly reminder!”

　　Jiang Dai laughed again, and there seemed to be a hint of provocation in her smile. “Are you my friend or family? What right do you have to remind me?” she challenged.

　　Since Qiao Jinye was already quite intoxicated, he was pretty tipsy. Being a spirited youth of nineteen, alcohol tended to amplify his impulsive tendencies.

　　Jiang Dai had always presented herself as a reserved and well-behaved individual, leading him to believe she would cower in fear in his presence and even shrink her shoulders.

　　As such, he was taken aback by her audacity to challenge him.

　　With a surge of vigor, he firmly pressed his hand against her shoulder and leaned down to kiss her passionately without any warning.

　　The girl’s lips were warm and soft, while his were cold and inexperienced. He clumsily moved his lips against hers for a moment. At that juncture, he felt more panicked than anyone else, yet he still tried to sound tough.

　　“Don’t you know that I like you? Who in Third High School doesn’t know I like you even though I’m unworthy.”

　　Jiang Dai had never expected that he would forcefully kiss her. In a pique of anger, her chest heaved with intense emotions as she raised her hand to deliver a resounding slap across his face.

　　It just so happened that the party ended, so numerous students emerged to witness this scene.

　　Teenagers of this age were particularly concerned about maintaining their reputation, so Qiao Jinye entertained the thought that it would be better to continue acting clueless rather than succumbing to the mockery.

　　He brushed his thumb against the corner of his lips and, in the next instant, surprisingly leaned in for another kiss.

　　This time, the kiss was even more forceful than before. The scale of the kiss increased, and it lasted for a much longer time.

　　After the intense kiss, he stared at the girl’s red and swollen lips with a sudden sense of fulfillment. He thought to himself, ‘F*ck, this moment alone makes my whole life worthwhile.’

　　He chuckled, his laughter carrying a hint of wickedness and roguishness. “You’re a top student and an heiress to a wealthy family, while I’m just a local ruffian. I’m not worthy of you, but is there any law that says I can’t be with you? I’m just being foolish, so I like and want you.”

　　Upon hearing that, Jiang Dai was at a loss for words.

　　She could not quite pinpoint whether she was shocked, angry, or experiencing some other indescribable emotion.

　　Her eyes welled up with tears and became increasingly red.

　　The corridor became increasingly crowded with onlookers, their voices growing louder in excitement. It was widely known that the school bully had feelings for the school belle, yet he had managed to restrain himself until after completing their college entrance exams. It was evident that his intentions were genuine.

　　However, everyone was eager to see whether the gentle and serene Campus Belle Jiang would be driven to the point of losing her temper and uttering harsh words.

　　Much to their disappointment, Jiang Dai remained silent as her red-rimmed eyes were brimmed with unshed tears. 

　　Qiao Jinye’s initially defiant demeanor began to waver, and he became motionless……

　　A sense of fear welled up in his heart as he seemingly sobered up. His face flushed with embarrassment as he spoke in a hurried and anxious manner, “I-I’m sorry, I’m a jerk. Go ahead, slap me a couple more times if you want. Please, don’t cry.”

　　Even so, Jiang Dai remained motionless, so he grabbed her petite hand, hoping she would deliver another slap to his face. Her lack of response filled him with a profound sense of regret, and his heart felt heavy and uncomfortable……

　　At that point, Qiao Jinye made up his mind. “If you truly despise me, go ahead and call the police. You can accuse me of harassment and make me suffer the consequences. There are surveillance cameras here, so they can be used as evidence.”

　　He had genuinely regretted his actions. 

　　How could he have acted so despicably, knowing it was impossible and he was unworthy? Perhaps it was the effect of counterfeit alcohol playing tricks on his mind and made him mistreat her this way……

　　Jiang Dai stared at him for what seemed like an eternity. Suddenly, her tears turned into laughter before she scolded, “Are you an idiot?”