Pretending to Cultivate in Kindergarten-Chapter 187: Second Miss’s Heartbeat

The boy’s name was Jiang Chengxin, an average student in the class.

He wasn’t particularly outstanding in looks, but he had a decent, clean-cut appearance. His biggest trait was his extreme shyness.

Lin Zhengran had always remembered his name because it reminded him of a character from an old TV show he had watched.

Seeing Jiang Chengxin’s serious expression, Lin Zhengran blinked in surprise.

"You said what?"

Jiang Chengxin froze for a second, then realized what he had just blurted out. He quickly waved his hands in a panic.

"N-No! I misspoke! I don’t mean that I like you, Class President! I mean, I like a girl in our class and wanted to ask for your advice!"

Lin Zhengran frowned. "You’re asking for my opinion? Who do you like?"

Jiang Chengxin glanced around to make sure the hallway was empty, then whispered cautiously, "It’s Fan Momo. I’ve liked her for a long time."

Lin Zhengran glanced at the sign-up sheet in his hand. "Let me turn in the performance list to the teacher first, then I’ll come back to talk."

"Alright."

After submitting the performance list, Lin Zhengran met Jiang Chengxin at the rooftop entrance.

What they didn’t notice was that Jiang Qian had also come upstairs and was now standing at the stairwell, turning her head to look at them.

The rooftop door was locked, so they could only sit on the steps at the entrance. Since few people ever came here, it was a quiet, secluded spot.

Jiang Chengxin sat on the steps and started talking.

"I met Fan Momo in middle school—eighth grade. She had just broken up with her boyfriend back then and was crying a lot at school. I went over to comfort her, and that’s when I started liking her."

"For years, we’ve been friends. I’d buy her snacks sometimes, and occasionally, she’d give me something too—but that didn’t happen often."

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Lin Zhengran, standing beside him, asked curiously, "How often is ‘not often’?"

Jiang Chengxin scratched his head. "Maybe two or three times. After we started high school, she got really into eating these super expensive bananas—she said it was for ‘practicing her technique.’"

He chuckled awkwardly. "She jokes around a lot. Sometimes, when she doesn’t finish them, she gives me two."

Lin Zhengran: "…Go on."

Jiang Chengxin hesitated. "Well, now that we’re graduating, I asked her which university she’s applying to, and… turns out, we’re both going to the same school. So, I’ve been thinking—do you think that means she likes me too? I want to confess before we graduate."

Jiang Chengxin looked up at Lin Zhengran expectantly.

"I know you have a lot of girls around you," he quickly explained. "I’m not saying you’re a player or anything, but let’s be honest, all the girls around you are insanely pretty. So, I wanted to ask for your advice."

Just as he finished speaking, a faint rustling sound came from below.

Jiang Chengxin was so startled that he jumped to his feet and grabbed the railing.

"Who’s down there?!"

Both of them looked down at the staircase landing below—and spotted Jiang Qian standing there.

Jiang Chengxin’s jaw dropped.

"Vice President?!"

Lin Zhengran also raised an eyebrow.

"Jiang Qian?"

Her cool, composed gaze remained unchanged, but deep inside, she felt a little awkward.

"I was just passing by," she said calmly. "But I heard everything."

Originally, Jiang Qian had no intention of eavesdropping.

She had just been on her way back to the classroom when she noticed Lin Zhengran and a boy sneaking off into a quiet corner.

At first, she wasn’t going to follow them, but then she thought—What if they’re fighting? If things got physical, she could at least help Lin Zhengran.

So, she decided to check it out.

And then… she heard everything.

Jiang Chengxin turned red with embarrassment.

"Vice President, you… you heard all that?"

Jiang Qian walked up the steps. "I heard everything."

Lin Zhengran narrowed his eyes.

"This place is on the way to somewhere?"

Jiang Qian’s cool demeanor faltered for a split second.

But she kept her tone ice-cold. "Just out for a walk. I really didn’t mean to overhear. Apologies."

Jiang Chengxin waved his hands. "It’s fine."

Jiang Qian turned to him.

"Can I give you my opinion?"

Jiang Chengxin hesitated before nodding. "Of course. You’re a girl—girls probably understand other girls better."

She stood next to Lin Zhengran.

"I strongly advise against confessing to Fan Momo," she said.

"You two have completely different personalities. She’s outgoing and gets along with everyone, while you’re quiet and reserved. Even though you’ve been friends for years, I highly doubt she has feelings for you."

Jiang Chengxin lowered his head, clenching his hands together.

"So… it’s as I thought, huh…"

Jiang Qian turned to Lin Zhengran. "You agree with me, right?"

To her surprise, Lin Zhengran shook his head.

"No, I don’t agree. I actually think Jiang Chengxin should confess. Even if the chances are low, a chance is still a chance."

Both Jiang Qian and Jiang Chengxin looked at him in shock.

Jiang Chengxin’s eyes lit up with hope.

"You really think I should go for it, Class President?!"

Lin Zhengran nodded seriously. "Of course. Graduation is the best time to confess. If you don’t do it now, when will you?"

Jiang Chengxin got excited and started gesturing with his hands.

"I was thinking about setting up candles, balloons, maybe a park or something—"

Lin Zhengran cut him off.

"No need for all that. Just buy a small bouquet of flowers. A confession is about sincerity, not spectacle. Find a quiet place with just the two of you and speak your heart."

Jiang Chengxin hesitated. "That simple? Wouldn’t a more elaborate setup increase my chances?"

Lin Zhengran held up two fingers.

"Then buy two bouquets. Double your chances."

"…Huh?"

"That’s settled then. When’s the confession?"

"I was thinking after the graduation ceremony. I’m performing at the graduation party, and the song I’m singing is for her."

"Sounds good."

Lin Zhengran patted him on the shoulder.

"Then good luck! Give it your best shot!"

Jiang Chengxin nodded enthusiastically. "Got it! No problem!"

He glanced at Jiang Qian.

She sighed and reluctantly added, "Well… I guess it might work. Give it your best."

Jiang Chengxin beamed.

"Thank you, Class President and Vice President! I hope your love lasts forever and brings you happiness!"

Jiang Qian froze.

Her face instantly flushed red.

She lowered her gaze and stared at the stairs, her mind blank for a second.

Jiang Chengxin walked off but suddenly stopped, as if realizing something.

"Wait… didn’t the teacher say a while ago that you two are dating?"

Jiang Qian didn’t respond.

Jiang Chengxin grinned and waved as he left.

Jiang Qian secretly glanced at Lin Zhengran, trying to gauge his reaction.

To her surprise, he looked completely unfazed.

Of course.

Lin Zhengran had dealt with rumors his whole life. He wasn’t the type to care about such things.

Jiang Qian, however, was having a hard time calming down.

Her tone softened considerably.

"Why did you tell him to confess? I still think his chances of success are practically zero."

Lin Zhengran laughed.

"You could’ve just said zero percent instead of trying to sound all mathematical."

"Then why?"

Lin Zhengran shrugged.

"Why not? He’s been thinking about this for months, maybe even years. He’s going to confess eventually, whether we support him or not. Might as well do it now and get an answer."

Jiang Qian stared at him in silence.

As he walked away, she placed a hand over her chest, feeling her racing heartbeat.

Her long eyelashes trembled as her eyes glimmered.

She muttered to herself,

"Why is my heart beating so fast…? What’s wrong with me…?"