Pretending to Cultivate in Kindergarten
Chapter 310: Enrollment

The Three Little Ones leaned against the car window, exclaiming in awe.

Qingbei University—the legendary school that merged the styles of Tsinghua and Peking University—was said to be the most magnificent campus around. And now that they were seeing it in person, it truly lived up to the hype. At the entrance stood a flowerbed with the words “Qingbei University” boldly displayed, and just past the gates, a row of willow trees lined the path.

A gentle breeze blew through, causing countless willow branches to sway rhythmically.

It was like a hidden paradise tucked within the bustling city.

After getting out of the car, the Three Little Ones simultaneously took a deep breath of the fresh air as they admired the view.

Lili, her twin ponytails bouncing, sighed emotionally, “So this is university? It really does feel way bigger than high school!”

Little He Qing nodded, “It’s big.”

Han Wenwen also nodded, “Definitely not small.”

Lin Zhengran was speechless. “You three are seriously… never mind. Come on, let’s go check in.”

Because today was freshman registration day, the campus entrance was especially lively, with crowds of students and parents coming and going.

But as always, when He Qing, Han Wenwen, and Jiang Xueli—three girls whose looks totally outclassed their peers—appeared together, they immediately drew the attention of nearby male students.

Murmurs spread through the crowd.

“Wow, those three girls are stunning…”

“Looks like Qingbei’s reputation for beauty is legit. The quality’s insane.”

“That one with the fox-like eyes? She’s exactly my type—drop-dead gorgeous~”

After all these years, grown-up He Qing was well aware she was pretty. She got hit on plenty. But in big public settings like this, being stared at still made her a little shy, so she instinctively scooted closer to Lin Zhengran.

Same for Lili—though she just kept a tsundere look, staring straight ahead without saying a word.

Only Han Wenwen seemed completely unfazed, treating it all like background noise.

Just as the four were about to walk onto campus, a familiar car rolled up to the gate—just like in high school.

Everyone’s attention turned toward the fancy vehicle and the suited driver who stepped out, white gloves and all.

People started whispering—including the group of four.

In TV dramas and novels, heiresses weren’t exactly rare.

But in real life, seeing someone arrive with a private driver in full suit and gloves? That was a different story. Curiosity was inevitable.

The car door opened, and out stepped Jiang Qian in a three-quarter skirt and long sleeves, moving gracefully.

Her cool, clear eyes scanned the area. Her black hair draped over her shoulders and fluttered in the wind.

Every movement oozed elegance. Under the sunlight, her fair skin practically glowed.

Beside her stood Fang Meng in jeans and a short-sleeved top.

As the two descended from the car, the crowd buzzed in surprise:

“Is that a real heiress? First time I’ve seen one in the flesh…”

“Same here. And damn, she’s gorgeous too! The quality of this year’s freshmen is unreal.”

Jiang Qian ignored the attention around her, her cold gaze unchanged.

But then, just as she casually glanced around, her eyes suddenly locked onto Lin Zhengran and The Three Little Ones.

Her pupils contracted.

Her eyes trembled as a flash of memory hit her—her impulsive moment at the dinner table days ago.

A blush crept across her cheeks.

Fang Meng, naturally following her gaze, also spotted Lin Zhengran—and was surprised.

She asked, “Want to go say hi, Qianqian? Lin Zhengran and his three childhood sweethearts are all here.”

Jiang Qian hesitated. But she knew ignoring them wouldn’t be right either. Lowering her head slightly, she replied coolly, “Let’s say hi, then we’ll go. No lingering.”

“Sure.”

Under the eyes of many, Jiang Qian approached with her usual expressionless face.

“Lin Zhengran, we meet again. Good afternoon. And… hello to our former high school classmates.”

Fang Meng followed up politely, “Hello, Lin Zhengran. Hello, everyone.”

The Three Little Ones exchanged glances and offered a casual reply.

“Long time no see…”

Lin Zhengran looked at Jiang Qian, then at Fang Meng, puzzled:

“If I’m not mistaken, weren’t you two aiming for Stanford? Why are you here…?”

The two besties froze.

Jiang Qian forced herself to stay composed. “Originally, yes. But later I decided studying abroad wasn’t for me. After the college entrance exam, I changed my choice and decided to stay in the country. No other reason.”

Fang Meng smiled, “Yep, this school was the result of a lot of thinking on Qianqian’s part. And wherever she goes, I go.”

A perfect tag team.

Lin Zhengran let out a long sigh. He had already suspected they’d changed their plans a few days ago.

“So I guess we’re classmates again.”

Jiang Qian glanced at his clear eyes, and her face flushed slightly. She quickly looked away.

“Right. Anyway, now that we’ve said hello, Xiaomeng and I are off to check in. See you around.”

With that, she grabbed Fang Meng and whisked away.

The onlookers who had gathered for the scene also dispersed, going back to their own business.

Little He Qing said sweetly, “It feels just like when we started high school. Back then, the four of us were also standing at the gate, watching Jiang Qian and Fang Meng walk into school. Nothing’s changed.”

Han Wenwen looped her arm through He Qing’s. “Some things have. Back then, Jiang Qian didn’t care about Brother Zhengran at all—barely gave him a glance. But just now, did you see that look in her eyes? Full-on heart-eyes~” she added with a sarcastic grin, “Isn’t that right, Brother Zhengran?”

Lili puffed up her cheeks and clenched her little fists, staring after Jiang Qian. “Something definitely feels off… Zhengran, just how far has your relationship with Jiang Qian progressed?”

Lin Zhengran frowned. “What are you two talking about? What relationship? We’re just classmates.”

Even Little He Qing raised a hint of doubt:

“But Wenwen’s not totally wrong. Jiang Qian looked at you weird… And she’s really pretty. After being classmates for three years, even if you don’t like her, I feel like she might…”

Wenwen and Lili both nodded.

With a sigh, Lin Zhengran reached out and lightly flicked all three of them on the forehead.

“Ow!” Each girl clutched her head and let out a little cry.

“An innocent heart fears no rumors. At least from my end, there’s nothing going on. Now come on, we’re inside already.”

Getting bopped shut them up. They followed behind him, but all kept a mental note to be on alert for that Second Miss.

The registration process went smoothly. Lin Zhengran helped carry their luggage to the girls’ dorm building.

Finally, The Three Little Ones were living in the same dorm.

Back in high school, Lili had been in a different room from the others, but since university was farther from home, Lin Zhengran had made arrangements ahead of time. Before school started, he had spoken with the admissions office about his friends wanting to share a dorm. The staff had said it was no problem.

After watching the three girls pull their suitcases upstairs, Lin Zhengran turned to head toward the boys’ dorm.

Just as he lifted a foot to walk away, something caught his eye.

He turned and glanced toward a quiet, empty corner.

He was surprised. What a coincidence.

After he left the girls’ dorm, a girl with long silver-white hair stood hidden in that corner.

Her cheeks were flushed red.

Biting her lip, she smiled with a touch of twisted obsession.

Both hands pressed over her chest, she felt her heart pounding fast and tight.

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