Chapter 2278: Seems to Have Been Discovered

"Then what is your worry?"

"Hmm... my exam grades, I suppose. They're always just so-so."

"And what about Momo?"

After Jiang Motian finished speaking, she stared fixedly at Ling Xiaoxiao.

Ling Xiaoxiao clearly hesitated for a moment before perfunctorily saying, "Momo is especially perfect; she shouldn't have any worries."

This answer made Jiang Motian feel a bit disappointed.

But she did not give up and continued to probe, "Not necessarily. I feel like she's had something on her mind lately."

"Is that so? I haven't sensed it."

"You're her good friend; you really haven't sensed it?"

"……Hmm."

Ling Xiaoxiao's "hmm" lacked any conviction.

She could feel that Jiang Motian was still staring at her.

This made Ling Xiaoxiao feel a great sense of pressure.

Fortunately, it was their turn to buy ice cream cones.

Ling Xiaoxiao hurriedly placed her order.

After getting the cones, the two of them went back to find Li Moning and Qingkong.

Although the distance back was not far, Ling Xiaoxiao was feeling anxious.

She felt...

That Jiang Motian seemed to know something.

Her probing was also very purposeful.

If she kept asking, Ling Xiaoxiao was truly worried she wouldn't be able to hold out.

Ling Xiaoxiao grew increasingly uneasy.

She even snuck a glance at Jiang Motian.

She saw that Jiang Motian's expression was gentle, with no intention of asking further.

In reality, Jiang Motian had indeed stopped asking.

Because she knew Ling Xiaoxiao had already become guarded.

Under these circumstances, she certainly wouldn't be able to get anything out of her.

The four of them stood in the shade of a tree, eating their ice cream cones for a while.

Only then did Qingkong suddenly think of something: "I've been too busy having fun; I haven't taken any photos of you all yet. I really am derelict in my duties."

As he spoke, Qingkong took out his camera, preparing to snap some candid shots of them.

After taking a few, Jiang Motian waved her hand, signaling for Qingkong to just take photos of Li Moning and Ling Xiaoxiao.

She walked to the side to finish her ice cream cone in peace.

Watching the two young women, Qingkong suddenly had an inspiration; he opened his mouth and instructed the two to pose: "You can pretend to be whispering secrets to each other."

Ling Xiaoxiao actually did have a secret to tell Li Moning.

She took the opportunity to lean toward Li Moning's ear and lowered her voice: "Have you been feeling unhappy at home lately?"

"Occasionally."

"Hey, you were careless. You should be careful to hide your little secret from now on; your sister seems to have discovered something."

"This... even if my sister knows, it shouldn't matter, right?"

"That depends on how you think about it. If you're worried your family will object, then hide it well. If you want to confide in your family, then just tell them."

Ling Xiaoxiao left the choice to Li Moning.

But Li Moning was very hesitant.

Qingkong took photos for a while before he had to stop and interrupt the two: "I only asked you to pretend to whisper; how come you haven't finished talking yet?"

"Oh, I suddenly remembered some gossip from class, so I was telling Momo about it."

Hearing Ling Xiaoxiao's excuse, Qingkong showed a helpless smile.

Qingkong was standing against the light.

The dazzling light softened his silhouette.

Coupled with the sunshine and his brilliant smile...

This man was truly quite charming.

It was no wonder Li Moning had poured her whole heart into him.

And such a person would also be very popular.

Among the people passing by, quite a few were looking at him.

Of course, there were also quite a few looking at Li Moning.

This girl with a traditional aesthetic was incredibly beautiful and cute today!

And among this group of people paying attention to Li Moning, there was one person she knew.

This person then followed Li Moning's gaze to look at Qingkong.

Instantly, their eyes lit up.

At the same time, they quickened their pace as they walked over: "Teacher Qingkong? What a coincidence!"

Hearing this voice, Li Moning, who had just been smiling, immediately let her face fall.

In this instant, all her good mood vanished.

Jiang Motian captured this change.

She immediately looked at the woman who had spoken.

That was a woman with long hair and a very refined temperament.

When she looked at Qingkong, the smile on her face was very shy.

It was obvious...

Something was going on!

Jiang Motian walked to Li Moning's side and asked, "Who is this..."

"Our music teacher."

"A teacher? Then she can be considered a colleague of Qingkong's; these two should be about the same age."

The phrase "about the same age" made Li Moning feel a bit of a sting.

The music teacher also caught sight of Jiang Motian.

She knew of Jiang Motian.

A well-known painter, and also the eldest young lady of the Li Family.

With all these titles added on, there was really no reason not to come over and exchange pleasantries.

The music teacher walked straight over and said gently to Jiang Motian, "Miss Jiang, hello, my name is Liu Sui, and I am Momo's music teacher."

"Hello."

"Momo is an exceptionally outstanding child, and she is very well-liked by us teachers at school; it wouldn't be an exaggeration to call her a genius."

"Heh, you are too kind."

"Not at all, Teacher Qingkong, do you think so too?"

Qingkong had only been to the school to teach one elective class in total, so he didn't want to put on airs.

So he didn't speak, just smiled faintly.

And with a simple question, Liu Sui drew a clear, distinct line between Qingkong and Li Moning.

That line was one Li Moning had been trying hard to ignore.

Yet... it also truly existed.

Also, Liu Sui had indeed taught music class.

But she had basically never paid any attention to Li Moning before.

Why was she praising her so effusively now?

It was really a bit hypocritical.

Li Moning complained in her heart.

The filter she had for this teacher shattered another layer.

Jiang Motian acted as if she hadn't noticed and asked Liu Sui with a smile, "Are you here at the amusement park by yourself?"

"Yes, I had originally made plans with a friend, but the other party had something come up at the last minute and couldn't make it. As for me, I had already booked the ticket and didn't want to waste it, so I just came to wander around. I didn't expect to run into acquaintances."

"Since it's such a coincidence, why don't we play together?"

Liu Sui couldn't have asked for more and immediately said, "That would be great!"

As soon as her voice fell, Jiang Motian felt Li Moning look over at her resentfully.

Jiang Motian met her gaze and asked, knowing the answer, "What's wrong?"

"... Nothing."

Li Moning felt so depressed.

But she couldn't say a single word.

She could only grip Ling Xiaoxiao's hand tightly.

Jiang Motian, meanwhile, was secretly laughing.

Hmph, little girl, let that teach you not to share your thoughts with your sister.

Now you know how it hurts!

Because of Jiang Motian's invitation, Liu Sui began to occupy the spot beside Qingkong.

Li Moning had wanted to edge over.

But once she heard them chatting about school teaching content, she automatically walked to Ling Xiaoxiao's side.

Seeing this, Ling Xiaoxiao whispered a piece of advice: "Hey, you can't be like this; just stand openly by Qingkong's side, what's the big deal!"

Li Moning said gloomily: "They are talking about work, and if I'm standing next to them, it makes me look like a third wheel."

"You aren't a third wheel, you were here first!"

"Does being here first necessarily mean I will occupy the important position?"

"But... hey, why are you like a wilted eggplant the moment you meet a music teacher? You are young and invincible, you definitely won't lose to her!"

Just as Ling Xiaoxiao finished speaking, Liu Sui in front suddenly fell into Qingkong's arms.

Although she only used Qingkong for support and stood up straight again very quickly.

But anyone who saw it could tell that Liu Sui had done it on purpose!

The atmosphere in the room suddenly turned heavy, as if an invisible pressure were pressing down on everyone's hearts.