No one knew the hardships of the two workers—for after sending the notice, Gu Yan quietly started observing Ye Wangxing.

However, strangely, after dropping this bomb, Ye Wangxing’s life remained as usual.

He didn’t mean that Ye Wangxing kept attending classes or studying as usual.

—He meant that Ye Wangxing continued interacting with the four men as usual, as if he wasn’t about to go abroad as an exchange student.

He still went to the company to deliver meals to Pei Yi and Pei Shi, reported his recent activities to Pei Yi, played games with Pei Shi, and occasionally shook hands or did small gestures.

While taking care of Pei Yi and Pei Shi, he didn’t forget the other two men either.

He delivered late-night snacks to Shen Jiu and discussed company development briefly, saying a few words that motivated Shen Jiu enough to secure several orders.

He also remembered the champion who was still training hard. While giving outdoor watches to everyone on the team, he consistently provided low-sugar, healthy snacks suitable for athletes.

What was more frustrating was that Ye Wangxing had made these himself, so even if someone wanted to buy them, they wouldn’t know where to find them.

Even more exciting was that every time Ye Wangxing gave gifts to these four, his intentions were different each time, so each of them proudly showed off what they received for a long time.

As a result, subordinates, family, and teammates all ended up being shown off to.

Gu Yan suffered the most.

—Because he knew all four of them.

This meant that he received every post they shared in their social circles, word for word.

Whether it was Ye Wangxing delivering their lunch boxes, giving snacks, sending late-night meals, or even medicinal meals, Gu Yan saw everything.

At first, Gu Yan thought nothing of it, but after seeing more and more over these few days, he felt a little envious—especially as he was planning to propose to Mu Bai.

This already showed that the relationship was confirmed. Since they were so close, it was reasonable for him to expect Mu Bai to treat him a little better.

Even if not delivering meals daily like Ye Wangxing, he could at least give some small snacks.

Of course, Gu Yan didn’t mind delivering snacks himself, but previous attempts had scared Mu Bai. Now, Mu Bai resolutely forbade Gu Yan from going into the kitchen, so Gu Yan had to give up this hobby and instead looked forward to Mu Bai’s actions.

Unfortunately, Mu Bai didn’t yet receive Gu Yan’s messages. He was still immersed in the excitement of Gu Yan planning to take him skydiving.

Even just skydiving wouldn’t make Mu Bai so excited that he failed to notice Gu Yan’s subtle implications. Gu Yan’s hints were actually quite obvious.

—He vaguely sensed that Gu Yan was planning something big.

After all, he saw a few of Gu Yan’s dorm mates moving materials around, and based on his intelligence, those friends hadn’t had romantic relationships at the start of sophomore year. Some even wailed because their savings disappeared after buying expensive electronics.

So the situation was clear—Gu Yan was preparing another surprise, which made Mu Bai very excited.

However, he didn’t try to figure out the exact date. Such matters needed some mystery to make the surprise truly delightful.

In the following days, he even avoided Gu Yan’s dorm mates for fear of seeing the surprise and spoiling his anticipation.

Even when chatting with Gu Yan, he deliberately avoided the topic.

—He even helped cover up anything Gu Yan accidentally revealed.

“…I didn’t expect that when I went to that design studio, I would run into my uncle’s assistant.”

“So your uncle and cousin have already started preparing the ceremony?”

Mu Bai ignored Gu Yan’s accidental mention of going to the design studio and asked curiously.

Gu Yan, realizing his slip, relaxed when he saw Mu Bai didn’t notice. He then said casually,

“Yes, but they were very secretive. They didn’t even tell me the exact date. But they shouldn’t collide with us since they’re meticulous, every detail must be confirmed. Even the suit and tie for the day must meet specific requirements.”

Gu Yan continued enthusiastically, ignoring Mu Bai’s slightly stiff expression,

“But we’re different. As long as we love each other, isn’t that enough? The styling team can handle appearances. What does a suit or tie symbolize, and why does it matter?”

Mu Bai smiled awkwardly—he actually wanted to know what the suit and tie meant.

But that wasn’t important. He already knew Gu Yan’s nature: seemingly casual but truly loving him. Otherwise, why would he have fallen from the rooftop with him that day?

Although his leg was broken for three months, for Mu Bai, trading two legs to deliberately confirm Gu Yan’s feelings was absolutely worth it.

Besides, a broken leg could still heal.

Mu Bai smiled slightly as he thought about it and began talking about his own matters.

“…My brother was complaining to me a few days ago. He said that their Xie Ge got snacks delivered by Ye Wangxing every day, but the problem was that guy was stingy—each person only got one piece, and the rest Brother Xie hid away. Anyone else who wanted some had to buy it themselves.”

Mu Bai laughed while describing his cousin’s situation and added: “But recently, Xie Yihan has been acting strangely. A couple of days ago, he searched our school’s website and seemed to see something. The next day, he started acting mysteriously.”

Mu Bai said this with a puzzled expression: “I don’t know what he’s up to. Apparently, he even asked the coach for leave, and the coach agreed. The other athletes preparing for competitions were very envious—the key point is, despite arriving late and leaving early, his training results were better than theirs! My cousin couldn’t accept that, coming to complain to me every day, making me sleep at 2 a.m.”

Although Mu Bai’s story was long, the most important part was the last sentence. Gu Yan naturally understood and pulled Mu Bai into a comforting hug.

After the couple spent some sticky, affectionate time together, Gu Yan cheerfully returned to the dorm. By then, the dorm was already filled with materials. Li Qing and Lao Er were organizing them for that day’s on-site setup.

Seeing Gu Yan return in high spirits, Li Qing first lamented his own misfortune and then got down to business.

“By the way, Lao, the venue application you submitted was rejected by A University. They said you couldn’t openly request a venue on campus for a confession activity. The school doesn’t forbid it, but if such an application succeeded, it would definitely go viral. Whether it attracts criticism or praise is unpredictable. So you’ll have to find another venue.”

Li Qing spoke, and Lao Er nodded in agreement beside him: “Yes, Lao San, this isn’t a joke. The leaders have their own considerations.”

He spoke sincerely—as if it wasn’t because he didn’t want to set up a venue on campus and be laughed at if discovered.

Even if he wore a mascot costume, with everyone on campus holding a phone, unless he buried himself underground to change clothes, anyone could immediately recognize who the mascot was.

Even off-campus, this risk existed, though it was slightly lower.

Gu Yan didn’t know what his two roommates were thinking. Seeing their extremely serious expressions, he nodded solemnly and said,

“I’ll figure out the venue. Don’t worry, you won’t have to handle this.”

The young master waved his hand generously, but then started worrying—after all, the venues around the school weren’t affordable with his current allowance.

Even if he wanted a fancy restaurant for the proposal, he had already mentioned taking Mu Bai skydiving. He didn’t want to give up the genius plan of proposing by descending from the sky right onto the proposal site.

A skydiving proposal would suit them perfectly, and it would also help Mu Bai overcome his previous fear of heights.

…Wait, the previous place they jumped from?

Gu Yan’s eyes lit up. He immediately called the property his father had just built.

Half an hour later, after being scolded, Gu Yan showed no anger at all. Instead, he cheerfully informed Li Qing and Lao Er: “The venue is set. It’s the building where I jumped with Mu Bai. I arranged for a small square to be reserved for me. You can go there and talk to the person in charge directly.”

Li Qing and Lao Er, who had been wondering what venue Gu Yan would choose, were stunned: “Wait, the place they jumped from before???”

Wasn’t Gu Yan afraid? Didn’t he think it was unlucky?

“What’s unlucky about it? The jump was done by Mu Bai and me, and we’re fine. Besides, this was also where we cleared up our misunderstanding—it has commemorative value. Moreover, although I hate to admit it, this will boost the building’s reputation.”

Gu Yan said this. Although he seemed a little reluctant at the end, he was generally in high spirits.

Li Qing and Lao Er: “…”

As expected of Gu Yan. Proposing without informing the family, and choosing the same place they had previously jumped.

And if they guessed correctly, Gu Yan probably didn’t inform his parents either. Otherwise, the Gu they met before would never have lent the venue.

—After all, if Gu Yan jumped from there again, the building probably wouldn’t sell.

Even if it was built for faculty, the faculty would hesitate, even if the price was cheap.

Who knew what traps were hidden in this building, prompting the heir of the Gu Group to jump there every few months?

However, the ones who needed sympathy most weren’t the Gu family, but the two poor workers.

Li Qin and Lao Er exchanged bitter smiles.

—Although that building was very close to the school, just across a road, it was really far from the dormitory!

But Gu Yan didn’t sense their hardship. He whispered: “I don’t even know what my dad wants to use that square for. He could’ve given me the whole thing. That tiny area can’t hold much—at most a small cluster of flowers. I originally planned to cover the entire square with flowers. It would have been breathtaking.”

Ye Wangxing tried to reason beside him: “That square is useful these days. Our company also applied for it. Since there’s an elementary school nearby, we could open an exhibition there. Uncle Gu quickly approved the 10th for me, but not the 9th—someone had already booked it in advance.”

Since Ye Wangxing already knew this, Gu Yan couldn’t fuss about it and just sighed, preparing to make the small patch of square he got look even more impressive.

At that moment, Gu Yan seemed to remember something. He looked at Ye Wangxing and asked: “By the way, Ye Wangxing, your CEO who can always land an order—why are you the one negotiating with my dad about the exhibition this time? You can’t outsmart that old fox!”

Gu Yan said in surprise, while Ye Wangxing’s expression revealed the first trace of a wry smile.

“I really don’t know what he’s been busy with lately. Although company orders keep coming, I feel his mind is elsewhere. I don’t know if I should start another company and have him as CEO part-time, stabilizing him with shares.”

The handsome young man spoke with a tired, slightly confused expression, which made Lao Er feel vaguely familiar. Only when he went to class carrying books did he realize why Ye Wangxing’s expression looked familiar.

—Wasn’t this like the older girl from next door he had seen when visiting home that summer?

She had been arguing with her mother about whether to have another child to win her husband back. Her mother slapped her and asked if she had lost her mind.

Now, realizing this, Lao Er didn’t want to slap Ye Wangxing—he just wanted to slap himself.

—Why had he connected Ye Wangxing’s company to a child in his mind?

However, in the following days, Lao Er didn’t dwell on it. He and the group of athletes from the neighboring Sports College worked like old oxen, tirelessly setting up scenes whenever they had free time.

Gu Yan paid well and even increased the payment after seeing photos they sent, liking each one despite never visiting the site himself.

This time, whether it was the athletes or Li Qing and Lao Er, the work was lively and energetic. But they found it strange that the neighbors were also setting up scenes—not just one, but four.

These four were far more professional than the college student group, using various professional equipment and elaborate props that flowed in like a stream over several days.

Since heavy curtains blocked the view, they couldn’t see the scenes clearly and could only guess based on the props delivered.

Time passed, and September 9 arrived.

Early that morning, Gu Yan contacted the skydiving instructors, preparing to skydive with Mu Bai. He really didn’t want another man holding Mu Bai, but unfortunately, he himself would be held. He had to follow the instructors’ orders.

While Gu Yan regretted this, Lao Er and Li Qing slipped out to the ceremony site to check if anything in the setup needed adjustment.

But when they arrived, the scene made them almost forget to check the props.

—The four companies finally revealed their true capabilities.

Li Qing and Lao Er understood why Mr. Gu agreed to rent the square to these four: the scenes were stunningly beautiful, impressive, and cool.

This wasn’t exaggeration—they genuinely were.

Although separated by flower walls, the central square still offered a view of all four setups.

The east side, first seen upon entering the square, was exquisitely arranged, radiating wealth without feeling cold. It gave the impression of a composed person inviting you into their future—a feeling hard for anyone to resist.

Even the supposedly straightforward athletes were momentarily stunned before turning south.

The south scene contrasted sharply, clean and sleek with cyberpunk flair, featuring small flag-waving robots that looked ready to cheer. Some boys in the group were visibly excited.

The north and west scenes were entirely different: one warm and exquisite, evoking a life of comfort and leisure, the other cool with icy and stylish elements, yet oddly including small, out-of-place objects resembling children’s toys.

As the curious college students stared at these setups, the staff quickly approached to shoo them away. Their tone was polite but firm—they had rented the space and couldn’t be trespassed.

Still, the students wondered what the four setups were for.

—Especially in contrast, their own small setup looked tiny and cheap.

One brave student asked: “It seems like some kind of ceremony is happening at 7:00 PM. We can go see the fun then.”

The student returned excitedly, but the others didn’t share his enthusiasm, instead staring stiffly at Li Qing and Lao Er.

They froze too, realizing something.

—Gu Yan’s confession was at 7:00 PM!

If the four ceremonies proceeded, Gu Yan could never achieve his dream effect. That was obvious.

As Gu Yan boarded the helicopter his father had finally approved after several requests, all the students at A University knew that four stunning venues were being prepared nearby. They couldn’t enter but could take photos from afar.

Liu, the most informed student, directly asked what the four setups were for.

“They’re not just for two proposals, but also two confessions. The participants are all from A University.”

This comment cemented Liu’s status as the group’s uncrowned king. After some praise, he was ignored as everyone tried to get info from the staff themselves.

By the time the throngs of students reached the square, it was packed. The staff had cordoned off the area, preventing entry, so students could only photograph from outside.

Meanwhile, Gu Yan and Mu Bai’s seemingly cryptic social media posts went unnoticed. Everyone waited until 7:00 PM to see who the four setups would declare to.

Li Qing and Lao Er removed their mascot heads and blended into the crowd, alongside the excited athletes, all searching for the four lucky individuals.

By 6:30 PM, they hadn’t seen them, but Ye Wangxing arrived.

“What are you doing here? And these four setups—what’s going on?”

The handsome young man wore a simple sleeveless turtleneck and jeans, but his muscular lines drew many stares.

“Someone’s confessing! Don’t you know, Ye Wangxing?” Li Qing said excitedly. Lao Er nodded vigorously, eyes shining with gossip curiosity.

Ye Wangxing looked overwhelmed.

“I spent the whole day in the library. If they hadn’t messaged me, I wouldn’t have known these four setups appeared.”

Lao Er noticed a key point.

“Who? Who messaged you?”

Ye Wangxing looked puzzled: “Pei Yi, Pei Shi, Shen Jiu, and Xie Yihan. I don’t know how Xie slipped out from training. They said they had something to tell me, so I came out.”

Lao Er felt uneasy.

Li Qing still gawked at the setups, smiling foolishly amid the noisy crowd.

Time ticked by. At 6:50, just as Lao Er thought his unease was imagined, four brawny, bodyguard-like men appeared beside each setup.

They seemed to check their phones, then simultaneously looked toward Ye Wangxing.

Five minutes later, standing bewildered among the four setups, the handsome young man was surrounded by four tall, attractive men who stayed silent in front of the others.

Everyone present froze.

“Ah??!!!”

 

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