After a while, the nurse returned to the infirmary.

She took a look at Jiang Shuyi's foot and said it was just a sprain, adding that with this level of injury, a cold compress would suffice, and it would heal in about a week.

After the ice treatment, Jiang Shuyi limped back to the classroom and continued with classes for the rest of the day.

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After evening self-study, the two returned home.

As soon as Jiang Shuyi entered the door, she saw Tang Wenzhen slowly taking off her gloves at the entrance.

Jiang Shuyi hopped over to the foyer, glanced at Tang Wenzhen, and said softly, "Mom."

Tang Wenzhen frowned upon seeing Jiang Shuyi's foot, her tone stern and harsh, 

"What happened to your foot?"

"I bumped into someone and fell down the stairs, sprained it." Jiang Shuyi stood at the door like a sentry, speaking softly.

Tang Wenzhen frowned, seemingly wanting to say something, but she suppressed her anger and walked into the living room.

"Let's eat in the dining room." Tang Wenzhen said, her tone not very warm.

A few people sat at the dining table.

Tonight's dinner was quite lavish, probably because it was Jiang Shuyi's birthday, so Tang Wenzhen had the aunt prepare many of Jiang Shuyi's favorite dishes, filling the table.

Jiang Shuyi always had to say a few words while eating, even if no one responded to her.

Wen Yao sat next to Jiang Shuyi, eating properly, and when Jiang Shuyi spoke, she also took small bites, accustomed to it.

In contrast, Jiang Shuyi had two grains of rice stuck to her chin.

". . ." Tang Wenzhen watched as Jiang Shuyi eventually put down her chopsticks.

After dinner, Tang Wenzhen placed a card in front of Jiang Shuyi.

"This is a birthday gift from your dad and me. Buy whatever you want."

Jiang Shuyi paused for a moment, then took the card after a while, saying, "Thank you."

Tang Wenzhen sighed as she looked at her watch, "I won't be staying with you today. I asked the aunt to make you some nourishing soup, remember to drink it."

Jiang Shuyi obediently replied, "...Oh, I know."

Tang Wenzhen had expected her to throw a tantrum as usual, but seeing Jiang Shuyi's reaction, she simply said, "As long as you know."

Tang Wenzhen instructed the aunt about something before leaving.

Not long after, the sound of a Bentley engine echoed from the yard.

Jiang Shuyi watched Tang Wenzhen leave and, without saying anything, bounced back to her room.

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As usual, after dinner, it was time for homework.

Jiang Shuyi opened her homework notebook and started writing. Halfway through, Wen Yao glanced at the clock, slowly stood up, closed her book, and walked towards the bathroom.

"Keep writing, I'll be back."

Listening to the sounds of water running in the bathroom, or perhaps the sound of Wen Yao rinsing her hair, Jiang Shuyi's mind drifted to some vague images, and she felt a bit restless, putting down her pen.

At that moment, the aunt happened to bring the nourishing soup that Tang Wenzhen had asked her to prepare and placed it in front of Jiang Shuyi.

". . ." Jiang Shuyi sniffed the soup and disliked it very much.

She stared at the soup for a long time from her spot at the table.

Since she was young, she had never liked drinking this bitter concoction with medicinal herbs, nor did she believe it would have any significant effect. However, recalling Tang Wenzhen's words, Jiang Shuyi had no choice but to drink it.

The sound of a hairdryer came from the bathroom.

"Are you done?"

After an unknown amount of time, a hand with a hint of rose fragrance reached around her from behind, flipping through her work.

"All correct." Wen Yao gently patted her head.

Jiang Shuyi perked up her ears to feel Wen Yao's breath, her scent brought a comfortable feeling, making Jiang Shuyi's heart surge with a refreshing mood.

Jiang Shuyi lifted her head and leaned back against Wen Yao's embrace, her shoulders relaxing for a moment.

Wen Yao was dressed in casual home clothes, looking very cool and fresh.

This was the first time Jiang Shuyi had seen her dressed so lightly, and she couldn't help but steal a few more glances.

For some reason, Jiang Shuyi started to feel a bit nervous. After a while, she sensed something warm flowing from her nostrils.

At first, it was just a drop, but then several more quickly followed.

"Blood..." Seeing the blood on the floor, Jiang Shuyi froze for a moment and pressed her nose.

Jiang Shuyi had never bled like this before, it was as if a broken faucet couldn't stop dripping.

Blood kept falling to the ground, and for a moment, it was unclear whether it was psychological or physiological, but Jiang Shuyi felt a nauseating, sticky, rusty smell emanating from her body, which made it somewhat difficult for her to breathe.

Wen Yao seemed startled by the scene and moved in front of Jiang Shuyi.

Her hand was slightly stained with Jiang Shuyi's blood.

"I'm fine, Wen Yao. Can you help me get an ice pack?" Jiang Shuyi said, keeping her head down and pinching her nose.

"An ice pack... where is it?"

Wen Yao, unfazed by the blood on her hand, asked calmly.

"It's—"

After Jiang Shuyi indicated where the ice pack was in the house, Wen Yao hurried out of the bedroom.

Before long, she returned with the ice pack.

Jiang Shuyi placed the ice pack on her forehead with the hand that wasn't pinching her nose.

Wen Yao stood quietly beside Jiang Shuyi and glanced at the nourishing soup on the table. "Is it because of the soup?"

". . ." The soup might be the main reason, but Jiang Shuyi felt that her condition could be due to multiple factors. However, she didn't dare to say that.

Wen Yao watched Jiang Shuyi's actions, took the ice pack from her, and pressed it against her head.

"Wen Yao, I got your hands dirty." Jiang Shuyi said, looking at Wen Yao's fair fingers.

Jiang Shuyi felt quite regretful inside.

"I know." Wen Yao replied calmly.

Jiang Shuyi looked up at Wen Yao, "I've never had this much nosebleed before, I feel a bit dizzy..."

"Like this." Wen Yao adjusted the position of the ice pack on Jiang Shuyi's head.

"It seems to be getting better." After a while, Jiang Shuyi felt her nosebleed had stopped.

Wen Yao set the ice pack down, it had already melted quite a bit.

"Don't take a shower today, we don't want to make it worse."

After Wen Yao helped Jiang Shuyi change into a different outfit, she let her wash up, seemingly planning to let Jiang Shuyi rest today.

Wen Yao tossed Jiang Shuyi's dirty clothes into the laundry basket and washed her hands.

Then, with ease, Wen Yao took a towel, soaked it in water, and helped Jiang Shuyi clean the stains on her face and chest.

"Make sure the water isn't too hot when you wash your face." Wen Yao reminded her.

"Mm."

Wen Yao followed Jiang Shuyi into the room. Jiang Shuyi placed the gifts she received at school in a corner without bothering to organize them.

Wen Yao glanced at the gifts in the bag. The students in their class came from decent families, and among those gifts were some expensive items.

Some of the items were luxuries that Wen Yao couldn't afford even if she spent all her savings, while for Jiang Shuyi, they were just things gathering dust in the corner of her room.

Wen Yao knew that for someone like Jiang Shuyi, who grew up in such a family, this was quite normal.

"Get to bed early." Wen Yao said, helping Jiang Shuyi sit down at the edge of the bed.

"Wen Yao," Jiang Shuyi said, grabbing her wrist as she turned to leave.

"I want to sleep with you..."

Wen Yao looked at Jiang Shuyi in silence, her scrutinizing gaze making Jiang Shuyi feel a bit hesitant.

Jiang Shuyi shook Wen Yao's arm and softly pleaded in her ear, "I can't sleep alone."

". . ." Wen Yao didn't respond, quietly scrutinizing Jiang Shuyi, her expression filled with doubt about Jiang Shuyi's words.

Jiang Shuyi was someone who could sleep well anywhere.

Seeing Wen Yao not responding, Jiang Shuyi, with a beaming smile, pounced into Wen Yao's arms. "Not saying anything is good enough."

Wen Yao was puzzled by her twisted logic, her mouth slightly agape.

But as soon as Jiang Shuyi noticed she was about to speak, she immediately burrowed under the covers.

Her movements were as swift as lightning.

Her foot, which had just been limping, now seemed to pose no hindrance to her movements.

Jiang Shuyi blinked her lively eyes and patted the space beside her.

"I usually like to sleep by the window, but today I can let you have it."

Jiang Shuyi continued talking to herself, looking radiant.

"Of course, it still depends on which side you prefer..."

"I'm also very well-behaved when I sleep at night. I don't snore and can tell bedtime stories. I don't smell bad either, I smell like lemon balm, which you like."

"You can even hold me while you sleep. I know you like my scent."

Jiang Shuyi spoke confidently, feeling quite pleased with herself.

Wen Yao's frown deepened as she stared at this overly proud Alpha.

Feeling the cold pressure from Wen Yao's gaze, Jiang Shuyi said, "I won't say anything anymore."

Jiang Shuyi pretended not to see Wen Yao's expression, obediently closing her mouth and lying flat like a corpse.

Wen Yao stood in front of Jiang Shuyi's bed, arms crossed, and after a moment, she sighed.

Thinking Wen Yao was about to return to her own room, Jiang Shuyi was surprised when Wen Yao suddenly reached out and "click" turned off the light in her room.

The room instantly plunged into darkness.

Jiang Shuyi's heart skipped a beat.

"Move in a bit." Wen Yao's voice rang out coldly in the dark.

Jiang Shuyi felt Wen Yao quietly sit at the edge of the bed and lie down beside her.

Jiang Shuyi felt her heart racing.

It felt like a happiness she had thought was out of reach had suddenly fallen into her lap.

—It's over, I'm so happy.

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