Chapter 004 Proving Himself

Chapter 004 Proving Himself

Li Pushu was furious—absolutely furious! The kind you can't talk her out of! She stormed ahead, her skirt flaring out beautifully, revealing her fair ankles.

Now, whenever she saw Ye Sui, she wanted to scratch him, but this pervert might actually get off on it and lose his mind!

Although she had been living in the penthouse these past few days, being served hand and foot, and things were harmonious in that aspect, she was even somewhat comfortable. But that didn't mean she wasn't angry about Ye Sui's twisted plan to lock her up at home!

Originally, she thought breaking up would be quick—just a single word. But it had been two weeks, and she still hadn't succeeded. Today, they even came back together to pick up their graduation certificates.

Li Pushu was just frustrated. Rich young master Guo might have already run off. Where would she find the next wealthy young master? It was all Ye Sui's fault for ruining her luxurious life!

Ye Sui knew he was in the wrong. He'd been clinging to her relentlessly, taking things way too far. Li Pushu stormed ahead, fuming, while he held a sun umbrella, trailing behind her with his head bowed apologetically.

On campus, the scene was this: a stunning couple walking along the main avenue—she storming ahead, he trailing behind.

They were from different departments. After arriving at the teaching building, Ye Sui walked her to her classroom for a meeting before leaving.

Before leaving, he said, "Shushu, come find me later when we take graduation photos. Don't wander too far. Remember to wait for me. We need to take pictures together."

This was a big deal. They had spent four years of university together and would spend a lifetime together. Even he, who didn't usually like taking photos, was willing to take more so they could look back on them when they got old.

"Got it, got it. You're so annoying. Just go and stop being a nuisance." Li Pushu brushed off his nagging.

Ye Sui wasn't upset. He handed her the drink, which had lost its chill. "It's not too cold now. Go into the classroom. I need to head off too. See you later."

Li Pushu ignored him, sipping through the straw, ignoring the stares from the corridor and the classroom. She calmly walked into the room and headed toward her waving roommate.

Let them stare. Someone as perfect as her was rare in this world, so she was bound to attract attention. If they didn't look, it would be their loss. She had long gotten used to being the center of attention.

Even when dismissed, Ye Sui didn't mind. After making sure she got to class safely, he returned to his own side.

He already missed her the moment they parted. These past few days at home had been so blissful; he couldn't stand even a second apart.

Wei Jiaya, who was about to break up with her boyfriend, said sourly, "Shushu, you two are so in love. I'm so jealous."

Just their looks alone were a perfect match! Even idol dramas couldn't compare, since many leads in those shows aren't actually that good-looking—just heavily marketed.

She came from a wealthy family herself, and the parties she went to with her rich boyfriend were chaotic beyond words. She also heard a lot of "big secrets"—unpublicized gossip. Basically, public personas were polished, but behind the scenes...

In short, take what you see online with a grain of salt and don't believe it. If you actually got to know the real people, it wouldn't just be a scandal—it would be a complete shattering of your worldview.

But morals are just a facade for ordinary people to buy into. Even families like hers, who were moderately wealthy merchants, rarely had any morals, let alone those who were richer. It's beyond imagination.

So honestly, sometimes she envied Li Pushu. Over the past four years, Ye Sui had protected her well. Otherwise, an orphan girl with unparalleled beauty and no power or influence would have been eaten alive long ago.

Li Pushu was simple-minded—or rather, she didn't let things bother her. She didn't notice the complicated look in Wei Jiaya's eyes. Sitting on the edge of her seat, she took a sip of her drink and said dismissively, "What's so good about it? He does nothing productive all day, just clings to me. It's so annoying."

"That's because he loves you. If a man doesn't take the initiative to find his girlfriend, it means he's putting his energy into someone else." Wang Yuqing spoke from personal experience.

Her first boyfriend had a side chick, gave her the cold shoulder, and pressured her into being the one to break up.

When she finally couldn't take it anymore and broke up, the jerk acted innocent and asked, 'Why did we break up? Weren't we fine?' In the end, it became her fault. It was utterly disgusting!

Just thinking about having dated such a trashy boyfriend was a stain on her life. She wished she could delete it all! Even talking about it was embarrassing—a dark chapter in her past.

Ding Ling tilted her head and said, "I get it. Dogs only turn up their noses at home when they've already eaten outside."

"Exactly!" Wang Yuqing laughed.

"I think Pushu can rest assured on this one. Look at that delicate skin—so soft you could squeeze water out of it. That must be thanks to someone, right?" Wei Jiaya genuinely envied Li Pushu's skin, and of course, there wasn't a single part of her she didn't envy.

God knows, sometimes when they had late-night dorm talks until dawn, the other three would wake up with dull, oily skin, puffy eyes with dark circles, and bad breath. But Li Pushu was completely unaffected! She still smelled nice, looked radiant, and was full of energy. It was just incomparable.

Having such a naturally gifted physique was a dream for many. Sometimes they couldn't help but be annoyed at the creator goddess for dumping all the good stuff on one person!

"Stop it! That's just my natural beauty. I was born this gorgeous. It has nothing to do with Ye Sui!" Li Pushu denied it outright.

The three were used to her self-admiration. After four years of college, they realized that such a beauty was quite amusing to be around. Spending time with her was fun.

As they chatted, they talked about their future plans. Wang Yuqing and Ding Ling were both working in Jiangdong, while Wei Jiaya wanted to start her own business. But she didn't specify what, so they didn't press.

As for Li Pushu, she hadn't really thought about what she wanted to do. She had good grades in her major, but she didn't want to get stuck in the corporate grind. Her life goal was to take it easy and enjoy a life of buying whatever she wanted. Occasionally, she would take on translation gigs to keep her skills from going stale.

Actually, she didn't need to worry about any of this. Ye Sui always took care of everything, and Li Pushu didn't fret about whether he might change in the future.

Of course! She was spending his money every day and using his body to stay youthful. By the time Ye Sui, like an old workhorse, got too old to keep up, she would still be young and beautiful, having enjoyed herself. Who would be the one losing out in the end?

The class meeting included speeches from the teacher and advisor, followed by group photos, and then individual ones.

In the afternoon, after the graduation ceremony, where the president moved their tassels, their university life would officially end!

Li Pushu was quite busy. As the face of the class, she certainly didn't lack connections. Teachers and classmates were kind to her, and younger students even came to give her flowers and take pictures with her. She was run off her feet, while Ye Sui could only play the role of a bag carrier, taking the flowers.

Occasionally, some female underclassmen would threaten him: "If you dare to treat Senior Shushu badly or make her angry, we won't let you off! Don't think we're pushovers!"

Underclassmen—even freshmen—were sad to see their goddess graduate. Some even burst into tears on the spot. They were reluctant to let go. The goddess who had brightened their campus life was now leaving. Luckily, they had her contact info.

In the evening, there was a dinner party. Li Pushu was prone to alcohol allergies and couldn't drink, but when others started to push, they didn't care. Ye Sui, worried, followed her like a shadow to intercept the drinks and gave her low-alcohol fruit wine instead. It was a happy day, and he didn't want to spoil the mood.

Most of the people there were familiar faces. They drank until late. When the crowd dispersed, some went on to friends' parties, others went home to sleep, and some had work to attend to. Future connections were still possible, as most people would stay in Jiangbei.

Li Pushu had a great day and drank two extra bottles of fruit wine. She fell asleep as expected, her cheeks flushed from the alcohol. Ye Sui held her in his arms, gently touching her cheek to confirm it wasn't an allergic reaction, and only then felt at ease.

Wang Yuqing and the others had left early. With Ye Sui looking after her, they knew Li Pushu would be fine.

Outside the restaurant, the wind at midnight was a bit chilly. The nightlife was still lively, with many people walking on the streets.

Ye Sui's roommates lagged behind and teased him, "Ye Sui, when can we drink at your wedding?"

"Soon. Once we set the date, I'll let you know. You have to come." Ye Sui had booked a ride since they had been drinking and couldn't drive. The car arrived.

His roommate helped open the car door. "Of course! We've prepared our wedding gifts. Just waiting for the invitation."

"I'm heading back now. Talk another time." Ye Sui got into the car and left.

The three stood there, letting the night breeze clear the smell of alcohol. Their minds were sober; they weren't drunk.

They all knew that Ye Sui had designed a small program game that made him a lot of money, but he kept a low profile. Tall trees catch the wind. With no solid foundation, it wasn't wise to show off.

Still, they couldn't help feeling a little dissatisfied. Being in the same dorm, even if they understood that it's best not to partner with acquaintances in business, he could have let them in on some of the profits. After all, they were decent friends.

But they only thought this in their minds; they certainly wouldn't say it out loud and risk the friendship. From the looks of it, Ye Sui was bound to succeed in the future. Maintaining a good relationship with him could be a valuable connection.

Besides, aside from this, Ye Sui had previously involved them in website designs, code projects, and small software. Over the past few years, they had also earned a decent amount—maybe not enough for a house, but enough for a car.

So Ye Sui wasn't poor. Compared to his peers, he was quite good at making money. It was only when compared to Li Pushu's suitors—CEOs, trust fund kids, or third-generation heirs—that he would be labeled a "poor boy."

"Alright, alright, let's call it a night. A lonely single guy can only go back to a cold, lonely bed."

"Haha, want me to call a few girls to keep you company?"

"Get outta here. Cut that out. I don't do that stuff. Keep it for yourself, or give it to Old Xu."

"Damn, don't drag me into this. I'm a loyal guy, I have a girlfriend!"

"..."

With laughter fading away, their college days were finally over. No one knows where the road ahead will lead.

*

Ye Sui got home and first ran the bathwater. He knew Li Pushu liked to be clean—if she went to bed reeking of alcohol, she'd freak out when she woke up tomorrow.

After adjusting the temperature, he came out to carry her to the bathroom, but the little drunk had sat up, half-asleep. Unlike her usual vibrant, sharp self, in her drunken state she was quiet and adorably pitiful.

"Shushu, let's take a bath." Ye Sui leaned down and picked her up, and she cuddled obediently into his arms.

Li Pushu's misty eyes were dazed. She stared at Ye Sui for a moment, then flashed a seductive smile, hooking his chin playfully. "Handsome, what's your name? How dare you come into my house—aren't you afraid my boyfriend will see?"

"He's really fierce, with long teeth. He'll gobble you up in one bite. You'd better leave now while you can. After all, your big sis is kind and beautiful." Even drunk, she couldn't help praising herself and teasing Ye Sui. That was so Li Pushu.

"..." Ye Sui was speechless. If you're going to play pretend, at least act convincing. He could see the mischievousness in her eyes clearly. But since she loved to play games, he decided to tease her back.

He carried her into the bathroom and set her down, then pushed her against the wall, trapping her in his arms. Leaning in, he murmured temptingly, "Big sis, I'm not afraid. Even if your boyfriend is out there watching, what can he do? He can only roar in anger but doesn't dare come in. Don't you like it this way? He can only watch us..."

He pulled down the side zipper of her dress; the rustling sound echoed in the bathroom like a signal. His fingertips brushed across her skin, sending a shiver down her spine. Li Pushu's legs went weak.

This pervert! How can he play like this? Li Pushu was dumbfounded. She blinked, trying to keep her composure, but she wasn't one to admit defeat. She quickly retorted, her fingers also tracing circles on his chest.

"Of course I like it. That useless loser—I've been wanting to dump him for ages. You don't know, that loser lasts three seconds max. Every time I have to act, 'Wow, you're so amazing!' I'm so sick of it."

Li Pushu took the chance to stomp on his foot, especially when she mimicked his voice saying "Wow, you're so amazing!" in a sarcastic voice that made Ye Sui's eyelids twitch.

"Don't worry, big sis. I'll definitely be better than that useless boyfriend of yours."

Ye Sui proved through actions that he really was impressive. He kept calling her "big sis," saying that her boyfriend was right outside the door and should listen to what a real man sounded like.

His voice was mesmerizing, painting a scene that felt real.

She leaned against the door, which shook from the pressure, as if someone was knocking outside. At that moment, with psychological tension and thrilling excitement, Li Pushu blushed bright red and couldn't keep up the act anymore.

Shameless jerk! How does he have the nerve to say that?

Break up! We're definitely breaking up!