Time passed quickly.

A week later, the fun competition began.

Jiang Mianmian and Zhou Nanye had already signed up, and she noticed that Ming Yao was still participating with Zhou Ling’er, just like in the original storyline.

However, this time, she realized that Ming Yao wasn’t doing it out of any feelings for Zhou Ling’er. Instead, he kept glancing her way with a pompous expression that seemed to say, “I’ll make you regret this.”

Jiang Mianmian: …Speechless.

She wasn’t the original Jiang Mianmian. Seeing Ming Yao with Zhou Ling’er didn’t stir any feelings in her.

She only felt it was unfair to the original character. Ming Yao was nothing more than a spoiled young master, arrogant and self-centered, as if the world revolved around him.

If Zhou Nanye had grown up smoothly in his affluent family, he would undoubtedly have become a polite, intelligent, and reserved rich young man.

Unlike this nose-in-the-air Ming Yao…

Jiang Mianmian and Zhou Nanye changed into the sports uniforms provided by the academy: blue for boys, red for girls.

The boys’ uniform was a refreshing light blue, while the girls’ was a vibrant maple leaf red. Standing together, the two looked exceptionally coordinated and harmonious.

Their stunning looks made them the most dazzling pair among all the competing teams.

Ming Yao was infuriated at the sight.

Jiang Mianmian was willing to partner with that stutterer instead of agreeing to team up with him. He had to win and show her!

He imagined himself placing the prize in front of her, proving that he was the most capable and suitable person for her.

But Ming Yao’s fantasy was shattered in the very first event.

The first challenge involved pairs tying one leg together and racing to the finish line. The team to cross first would win.

Overeager to win, Ming Yao rushed forward recklessly right from the start, completely disregarding Zhou Ling’er, who was tied to him.

As a result, Zhou Ling’er fell flat on the ground.

“Hahahaha!”

The moment Zhou Ling’er fell, laughter erupted among the student spectators.

Ming Yao felt utterly humiliated and snapped at her, “Useless! Hurry up and get up!”

He regretted choosing Zhou Ling’er as his partner. He had only picked her because she promised to make Jiang Mianmian jealous, but now she was proving to be a burden.

Meanwhile, Jiang Mianmian and Zhou Nanye were in perfect sync. Supporting each other, they had already covered half the distance. Ming Yao grew more frustrated, desperate to prove himself.

But as soon as Zhou Ling’er managed to stand, Ming Yao tugged her along too forcefully, causing her to fall again.

More laughter erupted from the crowd.

Zhou Ling’er felt utterly embarrassed and began to resent Ming Yao, but she didn’t dare show her anger.

By the end of the race, Jiang Mianmian and Zhou Nanye had crossed the finish line first, while Ming Yao and Zhou Ling’er were still only halfway through.

Predictably, they came in last place.

Furious, Ming Yao glared at Jiang Mianmian and Zhou Nanye, who were celebrating their victory, and turned his frustration toward Zhou Ling’er.

“This is all your fault! You were too slow and kept holding me back!”

“I…” Zhou Ling’er pouted in grievance. She wanted to blame Ming Yao, but she didn’t dare because of his status.

Despite her frustration over falling multiple times, she had no choice but to maintain a calm and gentle demeanor.

“Ming Yao, don’t worry. It’s only the first round. We’ll work harder in the next rounds and win it back.”

Hearing this, Ming Yao’s mood improved slightly.

Meanwhile, Jiang Mianmian was ecstatic about their first victory. Grabbing Zhou Nanye’s hand, she exclaimed, “Nanye, let’s keep it up and make sure we win the prize!”

“Mm!” Zhou Nanye nodded enthusiastically.

Reflecting on how they had supported each other so seamlessly during the race, he felt an even deeper sense of joy in his heart.