Yu Qian’s academic life gradually got back on track.

However, after class that day, instead of reading or taking a nap, she sat with furrowed brows while scrolling through her phone nonstop.

“Qianqian, what are you looking at?” Lin Niannian leaned over curiously.

“I’m looking for tickets to You Lei’s concert.” Next Friday night was You Lei’s concert.

Yu Qian wore a face full of distress. She had been searching for three days and hadn’t found a single ticket.

Before coming there, she had promised Fang Yan that she would attend her idol’s concert. How could Yu Qian go back on her word?

She had already completed the things she had promised Wang Jiajia and Qi Yu. Only Fang Yan’s idol’s concert remained.

If she couldn’t go, she could already imagine Fang Yan bursting into tears.

Thinking of how crazed Fang Yan got over her idol, Yu Qian couldn’t help but shiver.

“You Lei? His concert tickets sold out two months ago, didn’t they?”

Many girls in their class were fans of You Lei, so Lin Niannian knew a little about it.

“I even offered five times the price online, but no one is willing to sell me one.” Yu Qian was already considering how to write an apology letter to Fang Yan.

“Well, he is a superstar. Of course, his concert tickets are in high demand.”

Seeing Yu Qian’s troubled expression, Lin Niannian suddenly thought of something.

“Oh right, Qianqian, I remember You Lei is an artist under Shengkang Media. Shengkang Media is Ah Zheng’s family business— you could ask him if he has any tickets.”

“Huh? Really?”

“Yeah, I think so.”

This was what they called a glimmer of hope in the darkness! A lifesaving gift in a desperate moment! For the first time, Yu Qian was eager to see Jiang Zheng.

When Jiang Zheng returned to the classroom after using the restroom, he immediately noticed Yu Qian’s burning gaze.

Something was up! Jiang Zheng paused mid-step.

He discreetly touched his clothes. Good, his zipper was up and everything was in place.

Flashing a bright smile, he walked over to Yu Qian and said, “Little Sister Qianqian, if you keep looking at me like that, I might think you’re mesmerized by my handsomeness.”

“Mm, Student Jiang, you’re incredibly handsome, elegant, and impossible to ignore.”

Jiang Zheng: “……” Did she take some weird medicine?

Seeing Yu Qian’s expectant expression, Jiang Zheng felt a little puzzled. “Spit it out. What do you want?”

“Student Jiang, I heard You Lei is an artist under your family’s company. Do you happen to have any concert tickets?”

Yu Qian was always obedient when asking for favors.

At this moment, Jiang Zheng felt a little uncomfortable seeing her innocent and expectant look.

“I do have tickets, but why should I give one to you?”

Yu Qian: “……”

Jiang Zheng immediately switched to a smug posture. “Student Yu, we’re not even that close, right? Why would I just give you a ticket for free? Do I look like a charity worker?”

“I’m not asking for a freebie. I’ll pay. Name your price.” Hearing him call her ‘Student Yu’ so formally for the first time, Yu Qian’s internal alarm bells rang. She quickly responded.

“Do I look like a ticket scalper? Student Yu, it looks like not only are you a bit slow, but your eyesight isn’t great either.”

Jiang Zheng watched as Yu Qian’s face turned red with frustration and his smile widened.

“Then what do I have to do for you to sell me a ticket?”

Yu Qian took a deep breath, reminding herself to stay calm. She was the one asking for help, so she had to be polite.

“My request isn’t much. Just call me ‘Brother’, and I’ll give you a ticket.”

What kind of ridiculous demand was this?! Did Jiang Zheng think he was the male lead of some brainless drama?

Talking about ‘Brother’ and ‘Sister’ all the time— if he weren’t only seventeen, Yu Qian would have punched him already.

She ranted in her head, but on the surface, she gave a sweet smile and called out, “Brother Jiang Zheng.”

“Say it again.”

“Brother Jiang Zheng.”

“One more time.”

Yu Qian fell silent, her fingers curling into fists.

Seeing her expression shift, Jiang Zheng decided not to push his luck and quickly said, “I’ll give you the ticket tomorrow.”

“Thank you…… Student Jiang.”

Yu Qian let out a deep breath and thanked him. Thank goodness no apology letter was needed.

Not hearing her call him Brother again, Jiang Zheng felt a little disappointed.

He had a younger brother at home who called him Brother all the time, but somehow, hearing Yu Qian say it felt…… different.

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The next morning, Jiang Zheng handed the concert ticket to Yu Qian, along with a badge.

“What’s this?” Yu Qian asked, holding up the badge in confusion.

“It’s a backstage pass for You Lei’s concert. With that, you can go backstage and take a photo with him.”

Of course, that was assuming he put in a word for her.

Yu Qian hadn’t expected Jiang Zheng to be this thoughtful. She froze for a moment before flashing him a genuine smile. “Thank you, Jiang Zheng.”

“You’re welcome.” Jiang Zheng maintained his usual carefree demeanor. “If you ever need anything, you can call me anytime.”

“Mm, okay.”

“But as a student, you should focus on your studies more.”

“I know, I won’t do this again.”

She was only going for her friend. She wasn’t even a fan.

Jiang Zheng looked at Yu Qian, who had suddenly turned obedient. A strange feeling lingered in his chest. It was like a little tiger had suddenly turned into a kitten, making him want to reach out and pat her head.

“Do you want me to go with you? It’s not safe for a girl to be out alone.”

“No need, no need! I’ll have the driver pick me up.” Yu Qian quickly refused.

“Alright then.” Jiang Zheng sounded a little disappointed.

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The concert would start at 7:00 p.m and end at 9:30 p.m. Yu Qian arrived at the stadium right on time.

As soon as she stepped inside, deafening cheers filled the air.

Holding her ticket, she made her way to the very front. Looking at her seat, she was surprised to find that Jiang Zheng had actually given her a front-row spot! The view was amazing, perfect for recording!

“Hello, everyone, I’m You Lei.”

“Ahhhhhhh!!!”

“Lei Shen, I love you!!!”

“Look over here!”

Yu Qian had just sat down when You Lei took the stage. The deafening screams made her ears ache, but she had no time to care about that. She quickly pulled out her phone and started recording.

Everyone at the concert was a fan of You Lei. Those who managed to secure front-row seats among the sea of fans were undoubtedly hardcore supporters who had spent a fortune for the privilege.

To these fans, every move You Lei made was worth screaming over. Amid this frenzy of adoration, Yu Qian’s calm demeanor stood out like a sore thumb.

The girls sitting around her watched as she held up her phone, meticulously recording.

They screamed; Yu Qian recorded.

They chanted support slogans; Yu Qian recorded.

They waved their lightsticks in unison; Yu Qian recorded.

This girl…… she had to be a fake fan, right?

“Sis, are you a fan of Lei Shen?” The girl sitting next to Yu Qian finally couldn’t hold back and gave her a once-over.

“Sort of.” Yu Qian answered briefly.

“You don’t look like it. Where’s your banner?”

“Do you know the name of the song Lei Shen just sang?”

“Do you know his favorite food?”

“Do you know the name of his dog?”

Yu Qian: Frankly speaking, I don’t know any of that.

Seeing her utterly clueless expression, the surrounding girls immediately understood.

And looking at the way Yu Qian was filming so seriously…… she was either a tabloid reporter or an anti-fan! These were the two things fans hated the most.

As the stares around her grew increasingly hostile, Yu Qian felt speechless. After thinking for a moment, she silently pulled out the staff pass Jiang Zheng had given her.

“Actually, I’m a backstage crew member, here to monitor the stage effects.”

The moment she flashed the pass, the atmosphere changed.

The girls’ expressions warmed up and they immediately classified
Yu Qian as an employee of You Lei’s company. They then enthusiastically began singing his praises in front of her.

To win her favor, they shared their snacks, gifted her various You Lei merchandise, and even personally coached her on how to record a perfect shot of their idol from all angles.

Yu Qian had to admit that this identity was incredibly useful.

By the end of the concert, she had thoroughly enjoyed herself. Waving goodbye to the enthusiastic girls, Yu Qian hugged the pile of gifts they had given her and headed backstage.

“Who’s there?”

Someone suddenly patted Yu Qian on the shoulder, nearly making her legs give out from fright.

Turning her head, she was met with Jiang Zheng’s grinning face, enlarged right in front of her.

“Jiang Zheng!!!” Yu Qian clutched her chest, feeling as if she were about to have a heart attack, her face still frozen in shock.

“Are you trying to send me straight to heaven?” She huffed angrily at him.

“Sorry.” Jiang Zheng said, though his tone carried no trace of apology. “I just finished a gathering with friends. Want to head back together?”

“I still need to go backstage for an autograph.”

“I’ll go with you.”

Jiang Zheng spoke so matter-of-factly that he felt a slight annoyance in his heart. What was wrong with him? Why had he come all the way there just to wait for Yu Qian?

Yu Qian eyed Jiang Zheng suspiciously. He didn’t come there specifically for her, did he?

With Jiang Zheng leading the way, they reached the backstage area without any obstacles.

You Lei had clearly been informed beforehand, as he showed no surprise at Yu Qian’s arrival. With a warm demeanor, he signed several photos and posters she had brought.

However, when it was time for the photo, he was momentarily stunned.

Yu Qian silently pulled out a ten-inch photo from her bag and earnestly asked him, “Could you hold this picture while I take a photo?”

This way, she could at least make it seem like Fang Yan and her idol were in the same frame.

You Lei looked at her in disbelief but still took the picture, holding it properly in front of his chest.

Yu Qian: Something about this feels off……

Jiang Zheng: Pfft— Hahaha!

“Good thing the photo is in color. If it were black and white, that would be…… pfft.” Jiang Zheng clutched his stomach, laughing uncontrollably.

Black and white…… like a memorial photo.

Yu Qian snapped out of it, glared at Jiang Zheng, and quickly asked You Lei to change his pose.

After finishing the photos and thanking You Lei multiple times, Yu Qian left the stadium, still marveling at how kind and polite he was. No wonder Fang Yan was so obsessed with him. He truly had an impeccable personality.

“It’s ten o’clock. Do you want to grab something to eat, or head straight home?”

“Straight home.”

Yu Qian patted her stomach. She had been stuffed with food at the concert and wasn’t hungry at all.

Seeing this, Jiang Zheng told the driver to head straight to Shengyuan.

This was Yu Qian’s first time alone with Jiang Zheng, and it felt…… weird.

She had no idea what to talk about, so she pretended to be sleepy, closed her eyes slightly, and leaned back.

Jiang Zheng watched as Yu Qian gradually relaxed and actually fell asleep. Only then did he turn his head and openly admire her sleeping face.

She looked like a little piglet— silly and adorable.

He internally mocked Yu Qian but then immediately chastised himself. He had to be crazy. He had been lying comfortably at home, yet for some reason, he had come all the way there just to pick her up.

But…… her chubby cheeks were kind of cute.

Jiang Zheng stared at Yu Qian’s round face, unable to resist pulling out his phone and snapping a picture.