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After the meal, all of them sat on the sofa to chat and Qin Shuhan arrived soon after. Her long hair trailed over her shoulders and her figure seemed fuller than last week. \n
Lu Anran brought Qin Shuhan back to her room and flipped open her practice books. Qin Shuhan started her lessons and then pointed out several common questions for Lu Anran to practice on. \n
Lu Anran lowered her head to read the questions carefully, thought for a while and began solving the questions. Soon, she managed to complete all the questions. When Lu Anran looked up, wanting to ask Qin Shuhan for her advice, she noticed that Qin Shuhan was not next to her table, instead she was absent-mindedly looking out of the window. Lu Anran could guess the thoughts of Qin Shuhan but there was nothing she could do to help this suffering couple. It has been a long time since Lu Anwei has disappeared from the world like her father Lu Junhao. No one knew if he was coming back, even Lu Anhu was unable to gather any news about Lu Anwei. \n
How did things advanced to this stage when it was clear to anyone that the two of them loved each other very deeply? Lu Anran was very confused. Her gaze stopped on Qin Shuhanâs figure. Her back was very straight and seemed very strong and confident. However it was precisely this that made Lu Anran feel distressed. \n
It was nearly 10 minutes later that Qin Shuhan realised that she was being absent-minded so she withdrew her gaze from outside of the window and turned to look abashedly at Lu Anran. At this moment, the gust of wind blew into room and that originally loose coat that Qin Shuhan was wearing suddenly became well-fitting. As Qin Shuhan tidied her long hair that was blown messy by the wind, Lu Anranâs gaze became full of surprise as she stared at Qin Shuhanâs slightly raised abdomen. âTeacher Qin! You are pregnant!â \n
âAh?â Qin Shuhan was stunned. She immediately used her hand to cover her tummy and looked anxious and embarrassed. She then awkwardly laughed, âSo annoying ah! I have only gained just a little weight from eatingâŠ. Iâm not pregnant ah!â\n
âGained weight from eating?â Lu Anran was skeptical. Qin Shuhanâs face was indeed rounder than before. She also looked healthy but those eyebags could not hide her tiredness. Could it be that she has indeed gained weight?\n
âYeah!â Qin Shuhan tugged at her clothes and continued, âI wasnât in a good mood recently and binge eat a littleâŠ..â She did not mean to deceive Lu Anran however, Lu Anran was Lu Anweiâs cousin, so she felt it was best to keep these matters a secret from Lu Anran. \n
âOh I seeâŠ.â Lu Anran nodded thoughtfully, âTeacher Qin, help me take a look and see if this is correct.â \n
Qin Shuhan coughed dryly a few times before walking to Lu Anranâs side to check her answers carefully. She then nodded, âThe reasoning is correct but the use of these two formulas is not correct! See ah, if X=âŠ.â Qin Shuhan became wholly absorbed in explaining. As her slender fingertips moved across the question, her voice was gentle and very patient. \n
âMmâŠ..â Lu Anran felt enlightened after hearing Qin Shuhanâs explanations. She raised her head and looked at the side of Qin Shuhanâs face. Somehow, Qin Shuhan reminded her of someone familiar. She could not pinpoint who it was but it must be someone very familiar to her!\n
The three hour tuition went past quickly. When it was time, Qin Shuhan glanced at her watch, âIâm leaving first.â\n
âTeacher Qin, thank you very muchâŠ..â Lu Anran was a little embarrassed and said, âWe originally agreed to meet every Saturday morning yet our meeting times change so frequently due to my own schedule and you often had to go along with my timings. Iâm really sorry about that!â \n
âNo problem.â Qin Shuhan patted Lu Anranâs shoulders. âYouâre very busy! Itâs understandable!â \n
The both of them chatted for a while before Qin Shuhan left Lu Anranâs room and headed downstairs. When she came to a corner on the first floor, a gentle male voice stopped her. \n
âTeacher Qin!â \n
âYou are?â Qin Shuhan glanced at the man in front of her. He looks about 18 to 19 years old and was wearing a white shirt paired with jeans and a pair of gold-rimmed spectacles. He was leaning against the wall holding a cup of hot milk tea, and gave off a refined impression.\n
âI am the adopted son of Lu family, Lu Anranâs older brother in name. My name is Lin Haosheng. Nice to meet you!â Lin Haosheng politely introduced himself.\n
âNice to meet you.â Qin Shuhan smiled and waited for Lin Haosheng to continue talking. Since he stopped her, he must have something heâs after!\n
âThank you for taking care of Anran. I heard it was due to your help during middle school that Anran could achieve her grades today!â Lin Haosheng grinned and continued, âI really donât know how to thank you!â\n
âThatâs nothing. Anyway, I like Anran very much.â Qin Shuhan waved her hand. Why did she feel that Lu Anran was not on very good terms with Lin Haosheng?\n
âAre you free tomorrow? I would like to have tea with youâŠ.â Lin Haoshengâs eyes were full of affection and sincerity as he gazed at Qin Shuhan.\n
âSorry, I have to prepare for class tomorrow.â Qin Shuhan bluntly rejected him. \n
âOh I see! I was being too rude by making this kind of request. I hope I didnât add to your troubles!â Lin Haosheng replied, showing a disappointed expression.\n
âTo be honest, you better put away that expression of yours!â Qin Shuhan could not be bothered to deal with him anymore. After she got pregnant, her temper became even worse than before. When she was in the good mood, she would at least contribute a few sentences to deal with that person. When she was feeling moody, she would not even care about the other partyâs feelings. âJust tell it to me straight! What exactly do you want?â\n
âUhâŠ..â Lin Haosheng was stunned. He did not expect Qin Shuhan to say that. After pausing for a while, he replied. âTeacher Qin has misunderstood! I didnât stop you for any special reason. I just wanted toâŠ..â \n
âNo reason?â Qin Shuhan interrupted Lin Haosheng. âSince there is nothing, Iâm leaving!â She then turned away with ease, not even giving Lin Haosheng the chance to continue talking. \n
As he gazed at Qin Shuhanâs receding figure, Lin Haosheng could not help clenching his fist. F*cking arrogant bitch! He just felt that Lu Anran trusted Qin Shuhan very much and if he could win over Qin Shuhan, it would be quite beneficial to his plan! It would be best if she could be just like Lingling who has become his pawn to manipulate! But this bitch doesnât know whatâs good for her! Hmph!\n
âYoung Master HaoshengâŠ.â After Qin Shuhan left, Lingling descended the stairs. She was going to find Lin Haosheng just now, but when she saw him talking Qin Shuhan, she hid upstairs. \n
âLingling?ââ Hearing Linglingâs voice, Lin Haosheng immediate put on a hurt expression before looking at Lingling, âI⊠I just wanted to express my gratitude thatâs all. I just wanted to do something for Lu Corporation, and for Aunty JiâŠ.â \n
âYoung Master Haosheng, I understand it all!â Lingling frowned slightly as she walked towards Lin Haosheng. âYoung Master Haosheng, they will understand your good intentions sooner or later!â \n
âThey wonât!â Lin Haosheng whispered to Lingling. âThey wonât! As long as Lu Anran remains in Lu Corporation, they will never get it! They will only care about Lu Anran forever!â \n
âYoung Master HaoshengâŠ..â Linglingâs gaze was full of hesitation. Lu Anranâs words today really gave her a slap in the face. That sentence of âTo be worthy of the name of a teacherâ was like a huge mountain firmly weighing her down such that she could not even breathe! Her dream is to be a teacher. This was her dream from young yet, if she followed Lin Haoshengâs instructions to frame the Eldest Young MissâŠ. then even if she really became a schoolteacher in the future, how could she dare to stand on the podium to teach and educate others?\n
âLingling, you are the only one left!â Lin Haosheng clasped Linglingâs hands and placed it in front of his lips, âLingling, the entire world does not understand me, everyone looks down on me because Iâm just an adopted son! I only have you!â\n
This kind of words touched the softest part of Linglingâs heart. Women are soft-hearted creatures. She could not leave and ignore Lin Haosheng who was such a pitiful person, especially since he have helped her and saved her entire family when she needed help the most. âYoung Master Haosheng, IâŠ. I will always be on your sideâŠ.. I will do as you have instructed!â\n
âLinglingâŠ. I knewâŠ.â Lin Haosheng hung his head as though he was really grateful and emotional at the same time. However, at an angle where Lingling could not see, Lin Haosheng was grinned with satisfaction. âThank you so muchâŠ.. My LinglingâŠ..â \n
Lingling bit her lips. It was hell in front of her and a dark abyss behind her. Since she has already made her decision, she must keep on goingâŠ..\n
On the other hand, Qin Shuhan who just left the Lu Residence, drove back home directly where Qin Shumo was brewing lemon tea. âOlder sis, you are home!â \n
âMm.â Qin Shuhan went up straight back to her room. A short while later, Qin Shuhan came down from her bedroom upstairs. âShumo, I have something to tell you!â\n
Qin Shumo was stunned before he placing down the cup he has just filled. He then sat up straight to look at Qin Shuhan, âWhat is it?â\n
âFrom November onwards, you have to make yourself available every Saturday!â Qin Shuhan said, âI want you to tutor Lu Anran for me!â \n
âWhat?â Qin Shumo froze. What does she mean?\n
Qin Shuhan gazed into Qin Shumoâs eyes, âIf Lu Anran asks, tell her that Iâm busy with my teaching evaluations and is really busy so you have to replace me for a period of time!â \n
âWhy do I have to go instead of you?â Although Qin Shumo was happy to do so, he still felt a little puzzled. Doesnât Qin Shuhan like Lu Anran very much?\n
Qin Shuhan laughed forcefully before pointing at her stomach. âBecause my tummy is getting bigger and biggerâŠ..â She could still use âweight gainâ as an excuse to fool Lu Anran for now but once November comes around, weight gain or whatever excusesâŠ. even idiots would not believe them!\n
âOK!â Qin Shumo nodded. Under this kind of situation, he was also considered as one who sacrifices his life in times of crisis! In any case, he also felt quite pleased internally. That Long Yuxing was really annoying, and unfortunately Lu Anran was also usually quite busy. If he could spend some time alone with Lu Anran every Saturday, that would be a most welcome opportunity!\n