Seventeen Again: The Sweet Life with My Family

Chapter 253 - 253: Execution of the Plan

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

“What?” Before Wei Xiao could react, Wen Nian had already given her agreement.

“Regretting it already? Or maybe you’re having a hard time parting with your money?” Wen Nian inquired innocently, before swiftly adopting an expression that suggested she was addressing someone not quite all there. “Never mind then.”

“No, wait. It’s a deal! Friday it is,” Wei Xiao quickly said, “Is Shen Jun coming? 1 said I’d treat the two of you last time.”

He knew that inviting only Wen Nian might still fuel Shen Jun’s dislike for him. It made more sense to leverage Wen Nian’s involvement to rope Shen Jun in.

Wen Nian looked at the seat where Shen Jun had yet to come to class. She nodded and said, “1’11 ask him. 1 wonder if he can go.”

Wei Xiao’s confidence soared upon hearing this. If Wen Nian proposed the idea, there was little reason for Shen Jun to decline, right?

Forming a favorable relationship with Shen Jun during their last year of high school was Wei Xiao’s aim. Even if Wen Nian and Shen Jun’s relationship faltered, he could still rely on the Shen family’s connections in the capital to secure his backing.

With these thoughts, Wei Xiao could almost visualize his ascent to becoming the heir of the Wei family. A surge of optimism filled him.

As Shen Jun entered the classroom, he caught snippets of hushed conversations.

“Was Wei Xiao really Wen Nian’s former fiance?”

“That’s what they say. Wen Nian even left her studies at one point for him and wanted to marry into a wealthy family.”

“But I heard they called off the engagement. Why is Wei Xiao giving her a gift now?”

“Could it be that he’s regretting it because Wen Nian’s movie did well? She’s a bit of a celebrity now, with millions of fans!”

“Being a celebrity doesn’t change much. With the Wei family’s influence, he can probably find a woman of any caliber.”

“Didn’t you hear Wen Nian say that Wei Xiao has a fiancee?”

Upon seeing Shen Jun enter, the hushed conversations tapered off discreetly. Shen Jun and Wen Nian’s connection remained a confidential topic.

Wen Nian, engrossed in her work with her head down, suddenly felt the ambient temperature drop a few degrees. She raised her gaze to see Shen Jun, his expression still unreadable, but she could sense his anger.

She had been diligently focused on the questions, effectively tuning out the chatter around her. Yet, she perceived that Shen Jun’s displeasure likely stemmed from Wei Xiao.

She quickly took out her breakfast ingratiatingly. “1 brought these specially made jujube walnut crisps from my mom. Have a taste. They’re great for boosting brainpower.”

“You think I’m not smart enough?” Shen Jun gave her a sideways glance.

“I’m not smart enough. My mother specially made it for me. 1 find them delicious and wanted you to try,” Wen Nian swiftly corrected herself. Donning disposable gloves, she extracted a sizable piece of the jujube walnut crisp and extended it toward Shen Jun. “Truly scrumptious. 1 didn’t even give any to Wen Yu, despite his requests.”

Her fawning expression managed to lift Shen Jun’s spirits. With a slight but deliberate nip, he playfully bit her finger.

“All!”

The unexpected pain caused Wen Nian to yelp. Swiftly lowering her head, she pretended to be engrossed in her questions. “Oh, no. 1 got this question wrong again. Silly me, making such mistakes.”

Her cheeks turned rosy, and she shot a reproachful look at the culprit.

Amused by her flimsy excuse, Shen Jun couldn’t help but smile. He took out the jujube walnut crisp and savored its flavor. It truly was delicious.

Throughout the class, Wei Xiao would periodically glance at Wen Nian. Feeling his gaze and the subtle tension from Shen Jun’s end, Wen Nian felt as though she were walking on eggshells.

Before the final bell rang, Wen Nian informed Shen Jun about the dinner Wei Xiao had planned for them. She aimed to put her scheme into action.

Allowing Wei Xiao and Jiang Ning to become engaged would complicate her plans to dismantle the Wei family’s power. She needed to accelerate her efforts.

Though Shen Jun exhibited some reluctance, he eventually relented after Wen Nian’s coaxing.

When school concluded on Friday afternoon, Wei Xiao promptly approached Wen Nian’s desk. “Shen Jun, Wen Nian, remember we agreed to have dinner together today? It’s my treat.”

While Shen Jun remained silent, he gave a nod before proceeding to pack his belongings.

Observing these actions, Wei Xiao’s spirits lifted. The first step had been taken.

However, just as the trio reached the restaurant and settled down, Shen Jun’s phone rang. He stepped outside to answer the call, and within mere minutes upon his return, he announced an urgent matter requiring him to leave immediately.

“But we had plans! You can’t just bail like this, Shen Jun,” Wei Xiao fretted. He had informed his grandfather about dining with Shen Jun today.

“An issue arose at home. You two go ahead and eat,” Shen Jun stated impassively, his gaze flickering toward Wen Nian. “Finish your meal and go home..”