Chapter 192: One More Source of Reliance

"Great god, great god!" Yu Ling searched everywhere for the two, thinking after the lecture she'd take them around campus.

She turned the corridor corner and instantly spotted the two holding hands not far away.

Yu Ling's eyes lit up a bit, she quickened her steps toward them, then as she got closer she quietly slowed her pace, "Am I bothering you?"

Mu Youyu almost jumped at the sound, then reacted, lightly pulling her hand free from whoever was holding it, shook her head, "No, we just finished chatting and were about to look for you."

Jiang Liangjin clenched the peeled candy wrapper in his palm, his gaze fell on her lips where she held the candy, he said nothing more, just stood quietly beside her, yet his presence was especially strong.

Yu Ling seemed to notice that person gave her a hostile glance.

Though she was always cheerful, since they were here and the great god was nearby nothing would happen, she simply raised a more brilliant Smile to smooth things over with Mu Youyu, "All good, all good, I'll show you around C University!"

Mu Youyu nodded in agreement, hadn't even taken a step when she saw Mo Shushu and several Art Institute teachers walking over quickly, steps urgent, eyes sharp, they headed straight for her, clearly coming specially to find her.

"Hey! Ah Youyu, do you still remember Mo Shushu? The lecture was wonderful!" Mo Shushu spoke first, his gaze on Mu Youyu full of praise.

Mu Youyu has a good memory, especially for elders her parents know and have met, she quickly said, "Mo Shushu, long time no see, how have you been lately?"

"Pretty good..."

Mo Shushu was about to add a few more compliments when a teacher from another school quickly nudged him aside, then handed over a business card, smiling and inviting, "Mu student, I'm…… if you're ever interested in artistic exchanges, feel free to contact our school; our Art Department always welcomes you."

After that, several other teachers also handed out their business cards.

Mu Youyu politely accepted and put away the business cards, responding with a light smile, "Thank you for your recognition, teachers; if I get the chance I'll definitely come study more."

Everyone's gaze then shifted to the remarkable young man beside her.

"And Young Master Jiang..." a teacher tried saying.

Out of upbringing, Jiang Liangjin only extended his slender fingers to take the business card, his face showing little ripple, he said lightly, "I'll consider it."

His tone was aloof, clearly he had no desire to discuss further.

Seeing this, Mo Shushu hurried to speak, his tone hopeful, "Ah Youyu, you see our C University Art Department Resources are solid, and there are many international cooperation opportunities; if you consider applying for college later, C University is definitely the top choice, we'll always keep our doors open for you, even waiving entrance exams is possible!"

As soon as he said that, the nearby teachers all nodded in agreement.

They had seen Mu Youyu's paintings, which could be called divine works, at the forum last time; today they came specially to find her!

After all, being able to recruit such a talented and renowned student would be a huge boon for the Art Department and the school!

Jiang Liangjin raised his brows slightly and said lightly, "She hasn't even started senior year yet; talk of applications is premature."

His tone was calm, yet carried a hint of protectiveness; although they were preparing to skip a grade, no matter how you put it next year would be the college entrance exam, but he still didn't want her to be urged too early.

He only hoped she would choose a school she liked.

Mo Shushu blinked, then smiled, "Not too early, not too early; it's always good to learn ahead, we're full of sincerity, always waiting for Ah Youyu's reply."

Once she agrees, we can even bring four more!

Mu Youyu gave a light smile and nodded, not committing, "Thank you for your kindness, Mo Shushu and teachers; I'll give it serious thought later."

Just then, a warm, gentle voice came; Mu Nian walked over, his gaze on Mu Youyu full of tenderness, "Youbao."

Mu Youyu looked up at the arrival, her tone full of surprise, "Big brother! How are you here?"

She hadn't seen him just now.

Mu Nian smiled, warmth in his eyes, about to praise her lecture more, but Jiang Liangjin spoke first, his tone natural, "Big brother."

The surrounding teachers and Yu Ling all froze, faces full of doubt.

Young Master Jiang actually called Mu Nian "big brother"?

Are the two families really that close, familiar to this extent?

Mu Nian had been persuaded by Yan Yuejiu for a while, and gradually came to understand.

No longer obsessing over how Jiang Liangjin addresses him.

Forget it, since Jiang Liangjin calls him "big brother" just like his sister does, it seems he sees himself as the sister's brother.

This shows——

Jiang Liangjin also wants to be the sister's brother!

Exactly, right, definitely like that, not like that, he also has to think that way……

Xiao Xi also said, having one more person sincerely protecting the sister is also not bad.

On the contrary, it lets the sister have one more source of reliance, right?

The more he thought, the clearer it became; Mu Nian's gaze at Jiang Liangjin also grew a bit more fervent, his heart no longer felt blocked, and he softly answered, "Mm."

Jiang Liangjin hadn't expected him to agree, his eyes flickered, he casually asked a question, "Big brother, did you also come with Youbao?"

Mu Nian: "……"

?

He definitely isn't!

Since he said "also", he must have gotten out of the same car as the sister, how could he not know?

What kind of question is this, asking knowingly.

What's the point of making talk when there's nothing to say? If there's nothing to say, don't speak.

Mu Nian glanced at Mu Youyu beside him, seeing she didn't notice the oddness in that remark, he didn't say more and ignored Jiang Liangjin.

He then turned to Mo Shu, voice calm, "Mo Shu, my assistant has something to discuss with you."

Better to first help his sister out of the predicament.

Mo Shushu's words about to leave his mouth stalled, his face full of reluctance, but knowing he couldn't refuse Mu Zong, he could only bear to glance at Mu Youyu.

The other teachers, hearing Mu Nian's obvious hurry‑to‑get‑rid‑of tone, also didn't want to say more.

They merely exchanged a few more pleasantries with Mu Youyu and Jiang Liangjin before reluctantly leaving.

Before leaving, Mo Shushu especially gave Jiang Liangjin a look, but Jiang Liangjin completely missed the cue.

He could only be led away by Mu Nian's assistant.

The crowd dispersed, the surroundings finally grew quiet.

Yu Ling hurried forward, eyes full of admiration as they looked at Mu Youyu, "Big shot, you're too amazing—teachers from the neighboring city's schools have all come, and they're even fighting to get you admitted without exams!"

They still hoped the big shot would come to C University.

"Not bad."

Mu Youyu had already crunched the candy in their mouth; hearing that, they just smiled, didn't mention the admission matter further, and turned to look at Mu Nian, "Brother, how did you come here?"

"The company is nearby; after I finish work I'll come over to take a look, and I just happened to catch the end of your lecture."

Mu Nian ruffled their hair top, their gaze sweeping over Jiang Liangjin beside them; the more they looked, the more they found them pleasing, just like their little brother Mu Xin, "I'll also pick you up on the way back."

Jiang Liangjin smiled, responding, "No need to trouble big brother; I'll send them back."

Mu Nian didn't object either, "Fine, just be more careful."

"No matter what, this person wouldn't let their younger sister suffer any grievance."