Drama Queen Reborn as a Top Student!-Chapter 804 - 355 How wonderful to be in love_2

Yan Lu glanced around the room. It was a one-bedroom apartment with minimalist decor—simple yet tasteful. There wasn’t a single unnecessary item, but all the essential furniture was in place. The kitchen was open-plan and didn’t even have a set of utensils, which made it clear she never cooked.

The soft lighting cast a warm glow throughout the space, adding a touch of coziness.

The living room extended into the balcony, which had been converted into a study area. On one wall, a massive bookshelf was filled with books of all kinds. On a 1.5-meter wooden desk sat a desktop computer, a laptop, and an English book left open and face down as if paused mid-read. Not far off, a Go board was set up with scattered black and white pieces mid-game, and beside it lay a well-worn strategy manual that was nearly falling apart from frequent use.

From the desk, one only had to lift their head to see through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the balcony. Outside, Jingzhou’s vibrant neon lights and countless twinkling windows painted a mesmerizing cityscape.

Yan Lu pointed at the Go board. "Have you been learning Go recently?"

Shen You’an nodded.

Yan Lu rubbed her hands together excitedly. "I learned Go when I was a kid! How about we play a game?"

Shen You’an settled in front of the Go board. "Sure."

Yan Lu chuckled cheekily. "So you don’t say I bullied you—how about I give you a handicap, one stone?"

Shen You’an curved her lips into a faint smile. "Not necessary."

"Alright, you said it, not me."

Fifteen minutes later, Yan Lu could no longer laugh. "No, something’s wrong! I must be playing the wrong way. Let’s do another round..."

The second game ended even faster.

Yan Lu’s face fell. "It must be because I haven’t played in too long. I’m rusty..."

"Fine." Yan Lu finally admitted, "My Go skills are really nothing more than a shaky half-empty bottle. The moment I meet someone truly skilled, I’m done for. But I didn’t expect you, An’an..."

Yan Lu stared at her as if discovering a whole new world. "You’re even good at Go? Is there anything you’re not good at?"

Shen You’an calmly placed each Go piece back into its container one by one and said lightly, "I had a great teacher."

Yan Lu casually picked up the strategy manual and instantly noticed the small annotations written in a very recognizable handwriting. Wasn’t this from her detached, other-worldly deskmate from before?

Yan Lu sneaked a glance at Shen You’an, then grinned mischievously. "Was your great teacher perhaps named Liu Runxi?"

Shen You’an’s hand paused briefly before resuming its task as if nothing had happened.

"You two used to get along well, and now you’re in the same class again, spending all day together. Your relationship must’ve deepened a lot, right? I’m serious, An’an, you should take advantage of your youth to date someone. Don’t waste the prime years of your life. While Liu Runxi’s personality may not be the most charming, he’s definitely reliable and a good guy."

Yan Lu leaned closer, her tone conspiratorial and full of encouragement. "Honestly, I feel like there’s no man in the world who deserves you without it being a loss for you. But Liu Runxi... If it’s him, I feel like you two are a match made in heaven. Even if only for my sake, you guys have to make it happen. Please, I’m begging you!"

As she spoke, Yan Lu’s face lit up with dreamy affection. "Ah, love is so wonderful. If I ever met a guy like Liu Runxi, I’d fall head over heels and dive into a passionate romance. Even if it ended in heartbreak, it would be worth looking back on when I’m old..."

Shen You’an flicked her finger against Yan Lu’s forehead. "As students, our mission is to study hard and strive for improvement. Save the romance for when you’re in college."

"What?! You sound just like my grandma! So old-fashioned and boring. Once we’re grown up, we have to weigh pros and cons, consider family background, personality, and whatnot. Where’s the fiery passion and impulsiveness of youth in that?"

Yan Lu’s eyes darted mischievously before inching close to Shen You’an again. "Tell me, do you feel even a little something for Liu Runxi? Tonight is girl talk, no lying—be honest with me."

Shen You’an’s stunning face remained utterly composed, still radiating that same calm elegance.

Her gaze lowered slightly, making it hard to discern the emotions in her eyes.

"An’an, look into my eyes."

Shen You’an raised her head and gazed directly at Yan Lu.

Yan Lu was momentarily caught off guard by her beauty, forgetting whatever she was about to say.

Liu Runxi is only human—if he spends every day looking at this face and doesn’t feel anything, that would be a miracle.

"Tell me, do you feel nothing at all for Liu Runxi?"

Shen You’an responded mildly, "What if I do? What if I don’t?"

Yan Lu was exasperated by her ambiguous answer. "That’s not an answer at all!"

Shen You’an lowered her gaze, suddenly stood up, and left the room. "I’m going to take a shower."

Yan Lu squinted at Shen You’an’s retreating figure and murmured under her breath, "You’re so flustered."

As an ardent CP supporter of the two, Yan Lu broke into a grin so wide her teeth showed.

Finally, there’s hope. It wasn’t easy, but there’s hope at last.

After her own shower, Yan Lu walked into the bedroom wearing Shen You’an’s pajamas. Shen You’an was leaning against the headboard of the bed, reading a book.

Under the soft light, the girl looked like a masterpiece of art.

Yan Lu carefully climbed into bed, trying not to disturb her.

Under the covers, Yan Lu wriggled closer to Shen You’an, drawn in by the faint fragrance on her.

Inwardly, Yan Lu mocked herself. Why am I acting like some creepy guy?

But faced with Shen You’an, who could stay reserved? She felt like her sexual orientation might actually shift.

Shen You’an sighed helplessly, closed her book, set it aside, and turned off the light to lie down. "It’s getting late. Let’s sleep. We have to get up early tomorrow."

Yan Lu suddenly remembered why she had come to Jingzhou in the first place. Tomorrow she would finally meet Rong Xianning, and the thought left her too excited to sleep.

"An’an, did you know? Rong Xianning is also a top student. Oh, and he attends Experimental Middle School, right next to your school. For the past month, he’s been going to school every single day. I’m so envious that you’re so close to him."

Yan Lu launched into a barrage of chatter, going on and on about Rong Xianning.

Shen You’an, a quiet and patient listener, occasionally gave a small response to show she was paying attention.

"Aren’t you annoyed by me? Liking a guy younger than me—my grandma says I’m embarrassing..." Yan Lu’s voice gradually softened.

In the darkness, Shen You’an’s gentle voice floated through, like a balm soothing all worries and insecurities.

"An inspiring role model brings uplifting strength to their fans. Someday, everyone will see that Rong Xianning is worth it."

"And you, you’re brave. That’s the essence of youth."