Chapter 1 Doubt

Undoubtedly, this hot search was enticing.

Getting engaged after becoming the top scorer was too damn pretentious. An average person would never do such a thing.

It was perfectly in character for someone like Chen Yuan to say something like that.

But the key was, my sister said it!

I never said I was getting engaged to Xin Yu!

So, you're saying you're not in a rush to marry Xin Yu and want to play around for a few years first?

When did I ever say that? Why are you all like internet users, jumping to conclusions and being so certain?

Speaking of which, Chen Yuan also thought about the public pressure he had been under previously. This had continued until the college entrance exam, and some people had even threatened to come and disturb his preparation and rest.

If he logged back into his old account and posted a video to let the haters speak, he could probably slap them in the face again, making them retreat back under their rocks like rats in a sewer.

But Chen Yuan had already said he was quitting the internet and retiring from online life, so forget it.

If Chen Yuan used that account again, it would only stir up more trouble, with people saying he was just trying to make money again and couldn't bear to part with the attention and traffic.

Sigh, the internet is so complicated.

Everyone's like De Yun She, constantly declaring victory.

Truly, victory demons.

"Are, are they talking about us?" Xia Xin Yu looked at Chen Yuan, somewhat blankly, and asked.

"Not sure, maybe."

Chen Yuan, with a hint of suspicion, clicked on the hot search video with Xia Xin Yu.

And then, wow!

"A marketing account," Xia Xin Yu said, her lips pursing slightly in disappointment.

Wait, why are you disappointed?

Do you really want to find evidence that I said I would get engaged after becoming the top scorer?

If you care so much, why don't you just propose to me?

Yuanzi, are you getting cocky again?

"Everyone, who understands the romance between academic geniuses? I'm so moved! A top student from Xia Hai No. 11 High School, yes, that's Chen Yuan who donated five libraries to his girlfriend's hometown! This time, he scored 742 points, making him the top science student in the country! And even without the 10-point bonus, he's still the top student in the country. And the reason he was able to become the top scorer, according to his classmates, is that he promised his girlfriend that he would get engaged to her if he became the top scorer! Oh my god, I'm so obsessed! Are there any fanfiction novels about dating and studying at the same time? I want to read them, I want to read them!"

Are you thinking of *My Superpower Refreshes Weekly* serialized on Qidian Chinese Website?

What, are we QQ Reading not people? Are we not people!

"AI female voice, coupled with assembly line copywriting, plus clips from some unknown youth campus drama, a marketing video with no quality whatsoever… this is pure fabrication," Chen Yuan said, feeling very disappointed.

Although it was about him, except for some well-known facts, the rest was completely made up.

My classmate said? Which classmate are you talking about?

Chen Yuan clicked into the comments section.

The top comment.

Xianjie Shang You Li Feiyu: I'm in the same class as Chen Yuan, and he did say he was going to get engaged. Moreover, our class teacher was the witness. It was originally just to motivate him, but I didn't expect him to actually become the top scorer, and the top scorer in the country at that [laughing crying]

Sounds pretty convincing.

But your IP address is Shandong! You're not my classmate!

Speaking of which, do you guys call QQ Speed "Qiu Qiu Fei Men Men" over there?

Lu She Jia: Too awesome, this promise is really amazing. I also told my first love that if the national football team makes it to the World Cup finals, I would propose to her.

Qu Ming Zhen Nan 55 replied to Lu She Jia: What happened then?

Iraqi Shuai Ge replied to Qu Ming Zhen Nan 55: Are you the kind of person who watches *Romance of the Three Kingdoms* and blames others for spoilers?

Xie Qingmo replied to Lu She Jia: But your promise is much crueler than Chen Yuan's.

Shan Jian Yuan Xing Ke replied to Lu Jia She: Girlfriend: If you don't want to marry me, just say so. Do you have to be so mean!

You Lan Ye Feng: Chen Yuan is indeed a bit too awesome. Anyone can brag, but turning bragging into reality is a bit terrifying.

Mei Tian Du Xiang Shui Da Jiao replied to You Lan Ye Feng: Who are you implying in Miyang?

You Lan Ye Feng replied to Mei Tian Du Xiang Shui Da Jiao: ?

Although there were some people in the comments section who were spreading rumors and impersonating Xia Hai people to get likes, overall, it was all "obsessed" and genuine admiration for his awesomeness, with unanimously positive reviews.

Moreover, Chen Yuan probably wouldn't easily fall from his pedestal, because this score was really achieved by himself. The score of 742 is so official and rigorous that if anyone wants to defeat him, they can only do so morally.

As for the moral aspect, what kind of scandal could Chen Yuan possibly get involved in?

Having an affair? (炒粉 chao fen - slang for sleeping with fans)

Given Chen Yuan's personality, it's impossible for him to have an affair. It's even more impossible for him to add MSG while having an affair!

"Let's look at the other ones," Xia Xin Yu said.

"Okay."

Chen Yuan then clicked on the first hot search, which was about the national top scorer with 742 points.

The video was quite ordinary, simple, and talked about the national top scorer. With the addition of the 10-point competition bonus, Chen Yuan scored 742 points.

The main focus was probably on the comments section.

Click.

Xiao Yi: Wow, he only lost 8 points in total! I would lose 40 points in math alone!

I bet you play a game called StarCraft.

Didn't the video say he got 742 points with the bonus?

And that's a popular comment?

Qing Jiao Wo Wei Zhen Tian: From Zhenhai, Bai Mingze from our school is also very good, 741. Ningcheng has been suppressing Xia Hai for years, it's a pity this year.

Han Tan: This year, except for math being a bit difficult, overall it was okay, but this score is too exaggerated. I don't know if anyone will be able to achieve it in the future.

Fei Cai: I'm from Class 8 of No. 11 High School. This kid is really too pretentious. He always pretends to be profound whenever the results are released. When we got our report cards this time, we guys from Miyang held him up and did an "aruba" to him against the door haha! I really wanted to break his dick hahaha!

Seeing this, Chen Yuan's expression froze.

Then, he clicked on Fei Cai.

: Tang Jian, Zhu Zihao, Liu Yan, I don't know who you are, but I have 8 AM classes, you Miyang bastard, I'll break your dick!

After saying that, Chen Yuan felt a bit better.

Then, he suddenly realized that Yu Zi was right next to him. So, he quickly looked over.

He saw Xin Yu's lips twitching dryly, looking at Chen Yuan speechlessly, with an expression full of 'you guys…'

Sigh, I'm already restraining myself.

If Xin Yu saw my ugly, irritable side when I play League of Legends, wouldn't she think I'm a hyper-aggressive MOBA player?

The two of them watched the Douyin hot searches for a long time, mainly scrolling through the comments.

And apart from the "Xia Hai Twin Stars" topic, Xia Xin Yu complained about 'who started the "Twin Stars" thing', and then Chen Yuan echoed 'Yeah, what top scorer from No. 4 High School', causing her to choke a bit, there weren't any other interesting moments.

"I seriously suspect He Hongtao bought this hot search, after all, this meme is a bit too niche," Chen Yuan guessed.

Then, Xia Xin Yu didn't respond.

As someone from No. 4 High School, she was wary of Chen Yuan finding another angle to mock her.

"It feels like the online reputation is pretty good. Before, so many people were scolding you…" Xia Xin Yu's lips curved into a relaxed smile, and she said with some relief, "That's good."

Although Chen Yuan could completely ignore it, after all, he didn't even look at it, let alone be affected by online bullying. However, Xia Xin Yu didn't have such a strong mental fortitude. Every time she saw someone attacking Chen Yuan online, and not knowing what Chen Yuan had done to them to deserve such vicious insults, Xin Yu felt very sad.

So, she was very satisfied now.

"Then tomorrow, we'll go home. And then, go take a look at our house?" Chen Yuan said.

"Still the super big house of 220 square meters…" Saying this, Xia Xin Yu was also full of anticipation, "Then we have to work hard to earn money, slowly, put up the tiles in the house, furnish it, and buy the appliances one by one."

"That's not right," Chen Yuan shook his head.

"Ah? What's not right?" Xia Xin Yu was puzzled.

"The first step is to level the ground, remove any hollow spots, scrape the walls, and then run the wiring and plumbing before tiling…"

"Don't be so picky about these details," Xia Xin Yu complained.

She always felt that Chen Yuan was a little too meticulous.

It's like someone saying "I'm really attracted to you," and he would ask if it's AC or DC?

You want me to look at your peacock opening its screen, but will I see its butthole?

"Then my aunt has also discussed holding a college entrance celebration banquet together," Chen Yuan said, "Should we start inviting relatives from Shao Xiang?"

"Yeah, I'll call them," Xia Xin Yu said, and then added specifically, "It's our celebration banquet, so I'm going to split the costs."

Looking at Xia Xin Yu's serious expression, Chen Yuan pinched her little nose and said, "What's yours and mine? Even you are mine."

"…Although I'm yours, we haven't confirmed it legally yet, so we still need to be careful," Xia Xin Yu raised her eyebrows, looked at Chen Yuan, and said, "Before we get married, these things… please indulge me, okay?"

Xia Xin Yu's eyes were particularly pure and clear.

She had always been very particular about this.

But Chen Yuan knew that it wasn't because they were distant or didn't have a good relationship, but because Xia Xin Yu didn't want to become a burden, and she hoped that before marriage, she wouldn't be criticized for her family's situation.

She actually cared a lot about these things.

Of course, Chen Yuan had to protect Xin Yu's pride.

Therefore, facing the insistent Xia Xin Yu, Chen Yuan grabbed her shoulders and said, while she was still a little dazed, "So, you want to split the cost of the celebration banquet?"

"…" Xia Xin Yu was stunned for a moment, then nodded and said seriously, "I do."

As soon as she finished speaking, Chen Yuan's hand grabbed the hem of her shirt and gradually lifted it up, leaving Xia Xin Yu dumbfounded…

"Xin Yu wants it again? Sigh, alright, I'll indulge you…"

"Ah? The 'want' I said isn't what you mean…"

Xia Xin Yu raised her arms cooperatively, letting the short sleeves leave her as she was daydreaming.

After Chen Yuan put the clothes aside, he pinched Xia Xin Yu's chin, kissed her, and asked, "So, do you want it, or not?"

"Ah…" Xia Xin Yu blushed and pouted, "You're annoying."

"Ah? So, does annoying mean you want it, or not?"

Wait, what am I doing?

Why did I pull a Li Fan maneuver?

Watch less of that stuff, Chen Yuan.

Biting her lip, Xia Xin Yu looked at Chen Yuan reproachfully. Then, she put her hand on his neck and said, rarely showing seductive attributes, "I said, I will never refuse you."

"…"

Damn, that's too lethal!

Putting her hand on her lips, Xia Xin Yu, with her head lowered, said provocatively, "Oh my, who's begging who now?"

"You're bad!"

"Hehe, good girl, pat pat."

"Eh? You didn't pat my head…"

Chen Yuan, stunned, was taken aback. Then, he quickly realized.

This kid Xin Yu.

Patting now, patting now!

"Wait, I'll get a condom." Chen Yuan reached for the drawer of the bedside table, slightly avoiding Yu Zi in this form.

Damn it, it's only because my body is good and my energy is strong right now.

Yu Zi is really different from what she looks like, small and cute, her body contains a lot of energy.

But I'm not a vegetarian either!

Chen Yuan, holding a transparent roast duck glove in his hand, turned his head back and saw Xia Xin Yu sitting cross-legged on the bed, tying her ponytail.

Seeing Chen Yuan looking at her intently, Xia Xin Yu explained, "I'll be all sweaty later… it's a little cooler to tie it up."

"Would it be even cooler if you tied both of them up?" Chen Yuan asked.

"Ah? Is there such a saying?"

Xia Xin Yu looked confused, not understanding.

Then, Chen Yuan reached out again and handed over a hair tie.

Although she didn't understand, she still did as she was told.

Xia Xin Yu, who didn't understand at this moment, gradually understood…

Xia Xin Yu, who was lying on the pillow with her hands, her cheeks flushed, and her eyes a little hazy with tenderness, suddenly felt that there was a force that prevented her from lying down so naturally…

"Eek… this is too… disrespectful…"

Then, Xia Xin Yu made a fragmented complaint, grumbling like that.

………

"I wonder what Xin Yu and Chen Yuan are doing every day in Xia Hai."

Yang Junlian, sitting on the sofa, guessed curiously.

Celebrating with friends, drinking, and having dinner parties every day?

So curious.

However, Chen Jianye will pick them up now, and he will be able to see his son and daughter-in-law soon.

So happy.

Thinking like this, he took out his phone and suddenly saw that many people in the owner's group were mentioning him.

What's up?

Yang Junlian clicked in.

Then, he saw a photo.

At the entrance of the community, many people were standing, holding firecrackers, and some were wearing suits, holding signs, as well as illegally parked black cars, and many cameras…

8-2-3003: This is to welcome the top scorer, Chen Yuan, the national top scorer from our community!

8-1-1101 @ Yang: There are many big shots, my husband said, one of them is the director of the Education Bureau!

Tang Jun: The director of the United Water is also here, what does this have to do with him?

5-1-1601: There are also people from the developer, the sign says "Presenting Chen Yuan with a 220-square-meter apartment in Shuxiang Shifu"!

1-1-1204: Chen Yuan's mother is too awesome, we are a top scorer community, will the prices go up!

The pictures sent in the group showed more and more people standing at the entrance.

Everyone in the community wanted to join in the fun.

Seeing this, Yang Junlian gradually became nervous.

What's going on?

I didn't ask them to come!

Yes, because he kept asking, he told Chen Yuan's itinerary… but don't do this kind of thing!

Chen Yuan hates this the most.

But.

Chen Jianye likes to do this.

Got it.

Yang Junlian quickly figured out a countermeasure.

Son! Chen Jianye did it, I'm not responsible!