Back to the 70s: My Childhood Sweetheart Spoils Me Rotten-Chapter 723 - 725 Hot Sale

Gong Ruini always feels like Zhao Xuran and the others are hiding something from her these days, especially since she often sees them three, no, four, huddled together.

Every time Gong Ruini walks over, they either disperse immediately or intentionally change the topic.

Although Zhao Guangran transitions quickly, and Zhuge Hongjie can too, her own big brother isn’t used to it, and it’s still a bit awkward.

If it wasn’t related to her, Gong Ruini would absolutely not believe it.

But what can Gong Ruini do even if she’s discovered the problem? They refuse to say anything, which really infuriates Gong Ruini.

Gong Ruini doesn’t dare to ask Zhao Xuran or Zhuge Hongjie, the former is under a lot of pressure and, though familiar, she’s not familiar enough with the latter to ask repeatedly.

She can only ask her own big brother and Zhao Guangran, but no matter how she questions them, Zhu Ruiwen, who has always adored his sister, just won’t say.

And that kid Zhao Guangran, don’t even mention it, "I won’t say, just won’t say."

"Humph, you’ve bullied me for so long, why should I tell you anything?"

"Don’t worry, it’s not about finding a way to bully you."

Pff, wasn’t that last sentence unnecessary? If Zhao Guangran had any intention of bullying her, would her big brother and Zhao Xuran have such thoughts?

No, absolutely not, "If you dare to bully me, I’ll tell Brother Xu Ran and my brother."

Pff, he wasn’t scared at all, "Go ahead and tell them, while you’re at it, let them know what you’re asking about and see if they’ll help you."

I’m someone with support, and Zhao Guangran is one heck of a tsundere right now.

Oh wow, who would have thought Zhao Guangran could also be such a tsundere, "I won’t say, just won’t say."

It seems this matter definitely concerns her; otherwise, Zhao Guangran wouldn’t be so reckless. But what could she possibly have going on that they’d need to hide from her, Gong Ruini truly can’t guess.

But she’s sure they won’t harm her, so why does she need a conclusion?

Relaxed, Gong Ruini starts reading. She’s not chasing Zhao Guangran for answers, which makes him uncomfortable, "You’re not asking?"

"Why should I ask? Even if I did, you wouldn’t say anything." Gong Ruini flips through a book.

Though she says so, it still makes things awkward. Several times, Zhao Guangran wants to speak; don’t be fooled by how quiet Gong Ruini is now, later she’ll definitely give him some attitude.

To avoid getting into trouble, Zhao Guangran considers giving a little hint.

"Um..." Zhao Guangran considers what he should say, making sure not to reveal the most crucial part. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

Ahh, humans are really stubborn until they see the coffin, "Better not say anything, or I’m worried Brother Xu Ran won’t let you off."

"Ah, you know." Ah, see, don’t be fooled by Gong Ruini’s quiet demeanor, having no complaints, but what she says quietly, she’ll definitely remember it.

"Of course I know, and I also know it’s for my own good. Since that’s the case, there’s even less reason for me to say anything." Gong Ruini flips her book, "Aren’t you going to read?"

"I heard the key classes are undergoing reform this year, with monthly exams. If you don’t score well, you’re kicked out." Gong Ruini doesn’t know why they’re reforming like this but admits it’s quite a pressure.

However, for Gong Ruini and Zhao Guangran, this pressure is really nothing; they’re absolutely adapted to this rhythm.

Without these worries, everyone can still be friends, but bringing it up increases the tension. Zhao Guangran was just about to say Gong Ruini has nothing to fear; she’d securely remain in the key class.

"Ni Zi, can I come in?" Cao Na, with a backpack, gently pushes open the library door, and seeing there aren’t many people inside, quickly sneaks in.

"If you couldn’t come in, you wouldn’t already be in." Zhao Guangran has no fondness for Cao Na, "You don’t want to get into the key class, do you?"

Judging by Cao Na’s attitude, she absolutely hopes to score well in the monthly exams. Zhao Guangran feels pressured; if this girl can enter the key class and he doesn’t score well...

Zhao Guangran shudders, knowing that’ll absolutely lead to his dad and big brother giving him a good talking to.

Cao Na is used to Zhao Guangran’s unfriendly attitude, "Why are you shivering, not feeling well?"

"Surely you’re not worried you’ll bomb the monthly exam and get kicked out of the key class?" Cao Na is all geared up to enter the key class. She wasn’t surprised when she didn’t get in due to the placement exam on enrollment, since she crammed two months of sixth-grade coursework.

However, Cao Na has decided she must enter the key class before this semester ends. If she doesn’t get in now, the pressure will only build.

"I would never worry about that." Zhao Guangran puffs up his chest, "Don’t worry, no matter how bad I do, I won’t get kicked out to give you my spot."

Zhao Xuran walked in from the door, just in time to hear what Zhao Guangran said, "Guangran, have you forgotten dad’s words about getting into the top ten in your grade?"

The original requirement was the top five, but since Gong Ruini and the others skipped a grade, plus middle school is full of top students, they appropriately lowered the standard.

Ahh, Zhao Guangran aggrievedly glared at his brother. Why does his big brother always say something so crucial at critical moments, hitting him squarely?

"You haven’t forgotten, right? Even if you have, it’s fine." Zhao Xuran considers how to make Zhao Guangran remember.

Yikes, using that tactic again, Zhao Guangran was really startled by his brother who always trips him up, "Brother, I will work hard. I’ll start reading right away."

All because of that girl, if it weren’t for her, would he have foolishly said such a thing?

If he hadn’t said that, he wouldn’t be caught by his brother.

"It’s not just about working hard." Zhao Xuran won’t let Zhao Guangran off easily, when it’s possible to score well, this kid would slack off given the chance.

His brother is indeed strict, clearly they’re on the same boat, yet sigh, no matter how many secrets they have, his brother is this ruthless, luckily knowing not to rely too much on Brother.

"I’ll definitely get into the top ten." With the materials his brother prepared, scoring well really just means not slacking off.

Whether he truly took it to heart, Zhao Xuran isn’t too sure, but he can share some good news, "Thanks to you and Ni Zi skipping to middle school and entering the key class, our exercise book sales skyrocketed again."

As more people got involved, their business was slowing down a bit, but unexpectedly, this time it’s booming again, which is delightful.

Since it’s a happy occasion, they definitely deserve some happiness too, and it also helps remind Zhao Guangran to focus on the exams. Otherwise, with his nature, he might not perform his best.

"Really?" Zhao Guangran was delighted, and his next words were sincere, "Brother, rest assured, I’ll do my best to score excellently."

"I’ll contribute to our workbook business." Just for the year-end bonus, he can’t slack off, especially if this year’s plan goes well, they’ll earn even more.

Zhao Guangran won’t foolishly overlook so much money out of carelessness, only a fool would do that, and he definitely wouldn’t make that mistake.