Little Sweetheart

“Gu Siyi, what are you doing here?”

The other person sized her up as he spoke.

It had only been a few years, and she had blossomed into such a graceful young woman.

Gu Siyi remembered Zhou Zhuo. When she was in fourth grade, he had just graduated from university and started working at her father's company. Her father held him in high regard. Later, he became her father's special assistant, sometimes coming to their home to report on work and even helping with picking her up from school. Gradually, they became acquainted. However, after she started middle school, he established his own business. After that, he would visit their home during holidays, so they would see each other about once a year. After she started high school, his career focus shifted to the imperial capital, and they hadn't seen each other since.

Gu Siyi was surprised to run into this old acquaintance here.

She had never paid attention to what her father's friends did for a living.

Gu Siyi politely nodded and greeted, “Hello, Uncle Zhou.”

“…??” Being addressed as "Uncle Zhou," Zhou Zhuo felt a pang in his chest.

He was only 28 years old. He was called "big brother" by a bunch of little girls outside, so how did he become an uncle?

Back when he had just started working and she was still in elementary school, one an adult and the other a child, he was happy to be called "uncle." He especially enjoyed the respectful feeling from the CEO's daughter.

Now, she had grown into a graceful young woman and still called him "uncle"…

In social settings, only old men with gray hair were called "uncle."

While Zhou Zhuo was silently processing this "uncle" title, Gu Siyi asked, “Uncle Zhou, do you work at a company here?”

Zhou Zhuo's subordinates lowered their heads, stifling laughter.

Zhou Zhuo replied, “Yes. What are you here for?”

Gu Siyi said, “Our school is here to discuss sponsorship.”

“Oh? Which school?”

When Gu Zhiyuan held her university entrance banquet, although he couldn't attend, he specifically asked someone to deliver a gift and a red envelope.

However, he had been so busy during that period that he had forgotten which university she had been admitted to.

Before Gu Siyi could speak, Zhang Sicheng answered for her, “We are from XX Aeronautics and Astronautics University.”

Unlike the simple-minded Gu Siyi, he had been observing the situation. He could tell from this Mr. Zhou's aura and the respectful attitude of the people around him that he must be the big boss of this company.

Since he was the person in charge, there was still a chance for their proposal.

Zhou Zhuo nodded, and Zhang Sicheng continued, “We are from the Student Union of the Department of Management and Economics, and we would like to discuss with your company the sponsorship and promotion of our New Year's Eve gala. Would you have time to listen to our proposal, Mr. Zhou?”

Zhou Zhuo asked his assistant about his schedule and, after instructing them to postpone the next department meeting, agreed to Zhang Sicheng's proposal.

No matter what, Gu Siyi was the daughter of the man who had shown him kindness and been his first mentor in life, so he had to give her this little bit of face.

The group headed to the conference room. Zhou Zhuo's gaze fell on Gu Siyi again, finding it hard to look away.

When she was little, he just thought she was a cute and adorable little girl. How could she become so beautiful growing up?

Gu Siyi was wearing a coat and short boots, with a knitted sweater and shorts underneath. The curves of her legs were faintly visible, and her legs below the shorts were slender and straight…

Zhou Zhuo didn't want to pay too much attention to this young lady, but she was truly beautiful and eye-catching.

Most importantly, she didn't have the affected air of those so-called socialites he met at business dinners, nor the nerdy air of a top university student. She was pure and natural yet possessed a certain charm, and the way she inadvertently attracted attention was just right.

Entering the conference room, before Zhang Sicheng could speak, Zhou Zhuo smiled at Gu Siyi, “Miss Gu, please tell me about your plan.”

Zhang Sicheng tactfully connected the laptop to the projector and gave the presentation spot to Gu Siyi.

Zhou Zhuo watched with a smile as Gu Siyi made her presentation.

As expected of the daughter of CEO Gu, the young lady was poised, elegant, and articulate.

Because of his connection with Gu Siyi, after listening to the presentation, Zhou Zhuo immediately made the decision to sponsor their gala with one million yuan.

Zhou Zhuo praised, “The student demographic is our key customer base, and your advertising plan is excellent. I am very optimistic about this collaboration.”

Originally expecting to return empty-handed, Zhang Sicheng was delighted to suddenly secure such a large sponsorship.

Gu Siyi was also very happy. Wen Ying, who had accompanied them, although smiling throughout, didn't have much genuine joy in her eyes and remained a background presence the entire time.

After the meeting, Gu Siyi received a call from her mother and told her about running into Zhou Zhuo. Zhou Zhuo even took the phone to greet her mother. Seeing this, Zhang Sicheng understood their close relationship even more.

After ending the call, Zhou Zhuo looked at the time and said, “Miss Gu, are you free tonight? I'd like to treat you to dinner.”

When Gu Siyi hesitated, he added jokingly, “I've already informed your parents.”

Gu Siyi looked at Zhang Sicheng, who said, “We don't have anything else scheduled for today. You can arrange your time freely.”

So, Zhang Sicheng and Wen Ying parted ways with them.

Zhou Zhuo had his subordinate book a Michelin-starred restaurant and had his driver take them there.

Gu Siyi had a good impression of this handsome older brother she had known since childhood, and their interaction was relaxed, chatting casually.

After dinner, Zhou Zhuo drove her back to school.

The car stopped outside the school. After Gu Siyi got out, Zhou Zhuo rolled down the window to say goodbye.

“Goodbye, Uncle Zhou.” Gu Siyi waved and turned to leave.

Zhou Zhuo retracted his gaze, rubbed his chin, and asked the driver in the front, “Do I look old?”

The driver, holding back laughter, replied, “Mr. Zhou, you're not even thirty, young and handsome. How could you be associated with the word 'old'?”

“…” But a certain young lady kept calling him "uncle," making him feel like he was getting on in years.

Having successfully secured a substantial sponsorship, Zhang Sicheng didn't take all the credit. During the meeting, he specifically praised Gu Siyi. Of course, he didn't mention her relationship with the investor, simply saying that she performed well, and it just so happened that the advertising plan was also hers. Half of the credit was attributed to her.

After the meeting, Wen Ying and Gu Siyi walked back to the dormitory together. Wen Ying smiled and said, “Siyi, you're so amazing, proactive and capable. Maybe next year they'll let you take over as vice president.”

Gu Siyi casually replied, “I haven't thought about that. I'm just working and improving myself.”

Wen Ying smiled but didn't say anything.

She had thought that entering university would be like high school, where she was the center of attention, especially in a science and engineering school where girls were scarce. Who knew that there would be another Gu Siyi in this class? In terms of looks, she wasn't inferior, and she even considered herself prettier. She felt that her height was holding her back, causing everyone to only see Gu Siyi, both in the class beauty selection and the department beauty selection. And to make matters worse, they both joined the Student Union…

Just as Gu Siyi and Wen Ying reached their dormitory building, Gu Siyi received a call from Xia Zhijun.

Xia Zhijun: “Where are you?”

Gu Siyi lowered her voice, “Just finished a meeting, heading back to the dorm now.”

A smile bloomed on her face as she spoke to him, her eyes filled with a warm sweetness.

Wen Ying, beside her, knew at a glance that it was a call from her boyfriend.

Xia Zhijun: “Then wait for me. I'll come find you.”

Gu Siyi: “Okay.”

Gu Siyi hung up the phone and said, “You go on up. I'll wait for my boyfriend downstairs.”

“Okay,” Wen Ying smiled. “You two are so sweet. This single dog is truly envious.”

Gu Siyi: “Your admirers could line up from the east gate to the south gate of the school. You're choosing to be single.”

Wen Ying: “That's because none of them are as amazing as your boyfriend. If any of them were as handsome as him, I'd say yes immediately.”

Gu Siyi laughed, “Thanks for the compliment.”

After they parted ways, Gu Siyi waited for Xia Zhijun downstairs.

Seeing his figure approaching from afar, Gu Siyi ran towards him and threw herself into his arms when she was a few steps away.

Xia Zhijun hugged her, noticing her thin clothing, and frowned slightly, “Aren't you cold?”

Gu Siyi looked at him, her eyes sparkling with laughter, “Not cold. I used a heating pad.”

Still worried she was cold, Xia Zhijun took off his cashmere scarf, wrapped it around her neck, and took her hand. Finding her hand cold, he held it in his palm.

Xia Zhijun asked, “Have you had dinner?”

He knew she had been busy with the department's New Year's Eve gala recently and hadn't wanted to take up too much of her time.

Gu Siyi: “Yes, I had a working meal with everyone.”

“I haven't eaten yet. Let's go get some late-night snacks.” Xia Zhijun was a very focused person. He was very attentive to Gu Siyi, and when she wasn't around, he was very focused on his studies, often so focused that he forgot to eat.

“Okay,” Gu Siyi smiled.

Knowing that Gu Siyi liked barbecue, Xia Zhijun took her to a small restaurant outside the school for skewers.

Xia Zhijun ordered a lot of things Gu Siyi liked to eat. Gu Siyi's mouth watered as she looked at the food, but she complained, “You're going to make me fat!”

Xia Zhijun picked up a lamb skewer and held it out to her, “It doesn't matter if you get fat.”

Despite her words, Gu Siyi immediately took the skewer and started eating.

As she was enjoying her meal, he whispered teasingly in her ear, “I heard your hands taste even better.”

Gu Siyi almost choked…

“Not funny,” she said, blushing slightly and turning her head away with a light humph.

Looking at her flushed cheeks, the desire in Xia Zhijun's heart suddenly became irrepressible.

After their late-night snack, Xia Zhijun took Gu Siyi to a coffee shop, saying, “You've been working hard lately. I'll play games with you to help you relax.”

Gu Siyi was almost moved to tears. How could she have such a warm and considerate boyfriend!

Inside the coffee shop, he led her to a small, curtained-off booth in a corner, where they couldn't be seen from the outside.

After their coffee and pastries arrived, the server left them undisturbed.

Xia Zhijun sat next to Gu Siyi. Gu Siyi said, “You start.”

Xia Zhijun said, “Let's play together. I'll take over when you die.”

“Okay!” Gu Siyi readily agreed.

But while they were playing the game, Xia Zhijun kept cuddling and kissing her restlessly…

This was when she realized how naive she had been.

During a break in the game, she put down her phone, preparing to lodge a serious protest, but Xia Zhijun sealed her lips with his.

A lingering and passionate kiss, with his skillful teasing…

When Gu Siyi was kissed breathless, he whispered in her ear, “Stay with me tonight, okay?”

Gu Siyi was a little lost in the moment, but a shred of reason remained. She said, “I have class early tomorrow morning…”

He teased her even more intensely, making Gu Siyi flinch like a startled bird.

He held her tightly in his arms, not letting a breath of wind pass between them, and nibbled on her ear, “…Don't you want to?”

“…” Gu Siyi's reason was about to crumble.

This boyfriend, not only excellent in his studies, but also incredibly skilled in that aspect, always finding ways to make her completely satisfied, leaving her wanting more…

Finally, she surrendered. If she went back to school like this, she wouldn't be able to sleep all night.

Xia Zhijun smiled with satisfaction, “I'll wake you up early tomorrow morning. I won't let you be late.”

…

Xia Zhijun kept his word and indeed woke Gu Siyi up early.

But Gu Siyi was sleepy, sleepy and tired.

He had been too intense last night, restless even late into the night, as if he had endless energy…

Seeing her rolling around in bed, drowsy and adorable, Xia Zhijun's desire surged again, unstoppable.

Gu Siyi was woken up just like that…

Looking at the man above her, she accused him with a pout, “Ah… too much… Couldn't you have let me sleep a little longer…”

“You can keep sleeping, it doesn't conflict,” he said, his voice husky.

“…” It didn't conflict? That was amazing.

But Gu Siyi's protests were shattered by his renewed passion.

This time, she was completely awake, her morning grumpiness thoroughly tamed.

Back at school, as Gu Siyi entered the classroom, sleepiness washed over her like a tidal wave.

Unable to resist, she lay down fell asleep on her desk.

Wen Ying sat not far away. When the teacher asked a question, she raised her hand and answered.

As she sat down, the teacher noticed Gu Siyi sleeping.

The teacher walked over to Gu Siyi and tapped her desk.

Gu Siyi looked up in a daze. Seeing her like this, the teacher couldn't help but smile wryly, “Is my class that boring?”

Bu Weilan, sitting next to her, came to Gu Siyi's rescue, “Teacher, Gu Siyi has been very busy with Student Union work recently, with a heavy workload and often staying up late…”

The teacher nodded and said to Gu Siyi, “You also need to focus on your studies. Final exams are next month.”

A sense of dread washed over Gu Siyi. Final exams… It felt like school had just started, and final exams were already here?!

After class, everyone packed up and left the classroom. Gu Siyi went to the restroom. Wen Ying walked up to her and said, “Siyi, do you want to be the host of the gala?”

Gu Siyi paused for a few seconds and said, “I haven't thought about it.”

“I heard they're going to choose a beautiful and elegant student to be the host. I think you're very suitable.”

“I'm not very good at that…” Gu Siyi admitted truthfully. She had never been a host before.

“Then how about I run for it? I was the host for school events in middle school, so I have experience.”

“Okay.”

“Then can you talk to Zhang Sicheng and tell him you don't want to be considered for the host selection?”

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