Top Soldier Pursued by a Beauty

At that moment, in a classroom upstairs, Zhao Qirou and a group of classmates were excitedly chattering about the event happening in the gymnasium.

Everyone knew that Song Qingwan, one of the top celebrities in East Sea, would be attending. She was considered a diva on par with Yang Sixue! Wherever she went, she drew a crowd of fans. Whether in the acting world or the music industry, Song Qingwan's status was at the absolute peak.

Therefore, the entire student body of East Sea University was buzzing with excitement. Song Qingwan's fame was widespread, and everyone knew her as a strong personality who never cowered before authority. She was once blacklisted for refusing to yield to the industry's unspoken rules. Now, having made a comeback, she held an even higher status. Such a character made her a top-tier star, an idol in the hearts of a generation of university students.

Amid the noisy classroom, Zhao Qirou was deep in an excited discussion with her best friend, Su Xue, completely oblivious to the phone ringing in her pocket.

"Xue, do you think we can get Song Qingwan's autograph today? I really want one!" Zhao Qirou said excitedly.

Su Xue was very pretty, with her hair tied up in a topknot. She had delicate features and a gentle, artistic temperament. She smiled at Zhao Qirou. "Qirou, you're already a model with plenty of fans. You'll definitely make it into the entertainment industry one day, so getting an autograph will be no problem for you."

Then, her eyes fell on the two admission tickets in Zhao Qirou's hand. She smiled teasingly, "Ooh, Qirou, who's that other ticket for? Come on, spill. Do you have a secret boyfriend?"

Zhao Qirou's cheeks immediately flushed red as she replied sweetly, "It's for my brother!"

"Your brother?" Su Xue asked, quite surprised.

Zhao Qirou nodded, her eyes twinkling like stars. She leaned in and whispered mysteriously to Su Xue, "Xue, I'm going to tell you something, but don't freak out, okay? And you can't tell anyone else!"

Su Xue nodded. "Of course. I'm your best friend; I'll definitely keep your secret."

Only then did Zhao Qirou say shyly, "Actually… I have a crush on my brother!"

"What?!" Su Xue exclaimed in shock. "Qirou, have you gone mad? You have a crush on… your brother?"

Zhao Qirou bit her lip. "Just hear me out. He's my cousin, and… we're not related by blood!"

"Not blood-related?" Su Xue was even more stunned. "He's your cousin. How can you not be blood-related?"

"Oh, come on, don't ask so many questions!" Zhao Qirou protested. "The point is, we're not related, that's all! So… can I still like my brother and be with him?"

Su Xue thought for a moment, then smiled. "That should be fine. If you really aren't blood-related, then it doesn't matter. But… I'm sure some people will still gossip about you."

Zhao Qirou waved a dismissive hand. "That's okay! As long as my brother and I are happy together, that's all that matters. I like him and he likes me, so what's the problem?"

Su Xue nodded. "Exactly! Qirou, whatever you choose to do, as long as you feel it's right, I'll support you."

"Thank you, Xue!"

Zhao Qirou gave Su Xue a touched smile. Just then, a tall, sexy girl in high heels, a bodycon skirt, and black stockings sauntered over. The girl was gorgeous, with a fiery, voluptuous figure and long, alluring legs showcased by the black stockings.

Her name was Xu Yuefei. Her family was well-off, but she had a difficult and snobbish personality. She only associated with rich students and wouldn't give anyone without money the time of day. Consequently, Xu Yuefei's reputation wasn't very good.

She walked straight up to Zhao Qirou, who frowned instantly. "Xu Yuefei, what do you want?"

Xu Yuefei's eyes landed on the two tickets in Zhao Qirou's hand, and her brows furrowed. "Zhao Qirou, let's make a deal. Sell me your extra ticket. I'll pay you."

Zhao Qirou was taken aback for a second before quickly shaking her head. "Sorry, it's not an extra. I'm saving it for someone."

Xu Yuefei's expression hardened. "Who are you saving it for?"

"What's it to you?" Zhao Qirou retorted, annoyed.

Xu Yuefei decided to be blunt. "I won't beat around the bush. You have two tickets, and you have to give me one. I need it for someone."

Zhao Qirou let out a laugh of disbelief. "Xu Yuefei, are you even listening to yourself? I just told you I'm saving it for someone, and you're demanding I give my ticket to you so you can give it to someone else?"

Xu Yuefei's tone was cold and arrogant, as if she were issuing a command. "Yes. Is there a problem? Do you have any idea who I'm giving it to?"

"Who you give it to has nothing to do with me!" Zhao Qirou was exasperated. "This ticket is mine, and I'm giving it to someone. It's none of your business!"

"Zhao Qirou, don't push your luck!" Xu Yuefei snapped. "I'll tell you the truth. The vice principal's son, Zhou Keyu, wants to go with me, and he's one ticket short! You'd better not be ungrateful!"

Zhao Qirou's brow furrowed. She knew of Zhou Keyu; he was infamous at the university. Using his father's position as the vice principal, Zhou Keyu was known for his heinous acts on campus.

Just last year, he had raped two female students, but both incidents were covered up. Over the past few years, at least forty or fifty girls had been seduced or manipulated into sleeping with him.

Some girls willingly climbed into his bed, hoping to secure scholarships or a better job after graduation. Others were attracted to his family's wealth; seven or eight of them had even had abortions for him.

Some were simply deceived by his false promises of helping them get positions at the university or introducing them to professors to publish papers. And then there were those who were simply forced.

In addition to sleeping with girls, he had even recorded videos and posted them online. On one occasion, a girl who repeatedly rejected his advances was harassed until she jumped from a building. When her parents came to the school demanding justice, they were beaten and driven away by security. Yet, despite these terrible incidents, nothing ever appeared online. Zhou Keyu's family had the connections to make it all disappear.

To put it bluntly, Zhou Keyu was the unofficial king of the East Sea University student body. No one dared to cross him.

Hearing that Xu Yuefei was going with him and that the ticket was for him, a sliver of fear crept into Zhao Qirou's heart.

Xu Yuefei noticed her hesitation and sneered. "What, scared now? Zhou Keyu isn't someone a poor girl like you can afford to offend. Hand over the ticket. If you don't, I'll tell him to come and get it himself. Heh, don't regret it then."

Beside them, Su Xue couldn't take it anymore and spoke up for her friend. "Xu Yuefei, that's going too far! Are you really going to rob her in broad daylight?"

Xu Yuefei scoffed. "So what if I do? When Zhou Keyu gets here, he won't just take the ticket, he'll probably beat her up too. I'm doing her a favor by asking nicely."

"You're shameless!" Su Xue, who had a cherubic face that contrasted with her voluptuous figure, was so furious that her ample chest heaved up and down. Once she got worked up, the sight was incredibly eye-catching.

Xu Yuefei shot Su Xue a disdainful look, then turned back to Zhao Qirou impatiently. "Hey, I'm talking to you. Hand it over now. I'll give you a thousand yuan. That's more than enough for your monthly living expenses, so don't be ungrateful. Or should I call Zhou Keyu over right now?"

Zhao Qirou bit her lip. "I really can't give you this ticket. I'm saving it for my brother!"

Xu Yuefei frowned. "Zhao Qirou, are you insane? Your brother? Who is your brother? Is he worth a single hair on Zhou Keyu's head? Let me tell you, I'm Zhou Keyu's girlfriend now. You'd better not get on my bad side. If you piss me off, I'll slap you, and no one here will dare to stop me!"

Zhao Qirou clenched her teeth, her face filled with anger. "Xu Yuefei, don't push me too far! I'm telling you, there's no way I'm giving you this ticket today!"

Xu Yuefei laughed, her fury twisting into a smirk. "Fine! It seems you've got a death wish!"

With that, Xu Yuefei suddenly raised her hand and slapped Zhao Qirou hard across the face.

Zhao Qirou, who never imagined Xu Yuefei would actually resort to violence, covered her cheek in disbelief. "Xu Yuefei, you dared to hit me?"

Xu Yuefei crossed her arms and replied coldly, "So what if I hit you? Now hand over the ticket, you ungrateful wretch!"

Su Xue was also furious. She pointed at Xu Yuefei and shouted, "Xu Yuefei, have you no shame? Qirou doesn't want to give you the ticket, yet you shamelessly demand it and even hit her! You're despicable!"

Xu Yuefei stared coldly at Su Xue. "Believe me, I'll rip your mouth to shreds. The Su Family might have been a big deal once, but now you're nothing. I'd watch your tone if I were you!"

"You—"

Su Xue was about to lunge at Xu Yuefei, but Zhao Qirou grabbed her arm. She held her back, her own gaze fixed on Xu Yuefei with a terrifying coldness. Zhao Qirou clutched her stinging cheek, tears welling up in her eyes but refusing to fall.

Although many students in the class tried to curry favor with Xu Yuefei, a few decent ones couldn't bear to watch any longer. Still, none of them dared to stand up to her.

Just then, a figure walked in through the doorway. It was their class instructor, Lv Juan.

Seeing her, Su Xue immediately cried out, "Ms. Lv! Xu Yuefei hit someone! She hit Qirou!"

Lv Juan, a middle-aged woman in her forties with glasses and a long dress, looked over and frowned. "Xu Yuefei hit Zhao Qirou?"

"Yes!" Su Xue exclaimed. "Ms. Lv, she tried to steal Qirou's ticket, and when Qirou refused, Xu Yuefei attacked her! This has to be reported to the Academic Affairs Office. She should get a demerit and be put on probation!"

Lv Juan glanced at Zhao Qirou, then at Xu Yuefei, and suddenly said, "Alright, stop arguing. She hit her, so what?"

Su Xue froze, stunned. So did Zhao Qirou.