The advanced mathematics class was located on the third floor of a mall not far from the Ye Corporation. Several other tutoring centers were on this floor, including art and dance studios, catering to a variety of children's enrichment programs.
Led by the driver, Ye Ziyu arrived at the advanced mathematics institution where Xingxing usually attended classes every week.
Upon seeing Ye Ziyu, a stranger, the receptionist at the front desk approached them after their eyes met through the glass window.
"Hello, are you here to learn about our courses?" the receptionist inquired.
Ye Ziyu glanced at the interior and listened to the sounds of children answering questions from the classroom at the far end. "I am Xingxing's parent."
Hearing the name, the receptionist quickly scanned her memory.
"Xingxing isn't here for class today!" the receptionist exclaimed, rushing to the computer. After checking the class records, she confirmed that Xingxing was indeed not present.
As the situation became increasingly suspicious, Ye Ziyu tentatively asked, "Does your advanced mathematics class organize outings for students?"
"Outings?" the receptionist asked. "Are you referring to the short-term exchange program?"
"Yes," Ye Ziyu nodded.
Six days and five nights, that should be considered short-term.
The receptionist breathed a sigh of relief and said with sudden understanding, "Yes, we held it yesterday. However, Xingxing didn't sign up at the time. Or are you here to register him?"
"Is there a mistake? He just went to participate today." Ye Ziyu felt a hint of anger. Who exactly was lying!
"Xingxing's parent, please don't worry. I'll check for you now," the receptionist said, trying to soothe Ye Ziyu's emotions as she inquired.
After a check, the situation became clear. Xingxing had indeed participated, but he had only registered that morning. The other children had already completed a day of activities, and he joined in the latter half.
The deadline for registration had closed the evening before the event. The advanced mathematics class had agreed to let Xingxing join late, considering Ye Shaoting's influence.
Upon receiving the address of the advanced mathematics class's outing, Ye Ziyu immediately arranged for the driver to take her there.
It wasn't far from the city center, and with no traffic, they arrived in just twenty minutes.
It was lunchtime, and the games had concluded. The children were lining up, waiting for the teachers to distribute their lunch.
Ye Ziyu contacted the teacher in charge of the event. After identifying herself, she directly stated her request.
She had been observing from outside for a long time and had looked at all the children, but Xingxing was nowhere to be found. It was precisely for this reason that Ye Ziyu approached the teacher to inquire.
"Xingxing?" The teacher looked flustered. "I just saw him a moment ago."
The surroundings consisted of small woods and an artificial lake in front. The scenery was beautiful, but for young children, the safety factor was very low. It was easy for them to get injured or have accidents if the teachers were not attentive.
Ye Ziyu scanned the surroundings again, but she still couldn't see Xingxing.
Although there were many children, it was easy to distinguish Xingxing. He had a solitary personality. Even when surrounded by groups of children, he would maintain a distance of about a meter, standing aloof and alone.
When Ye Ziyu heard that Xingxing was going to participate in an activity organized by the advanced mathematics class, her first thought was whether he would be happy.
The teacher responsible for supervising them searched repeatedly but couldn't find Xingxing.
"Let's split up and search. Also, ask the children who were in contact with Xingxing earlier to see if they saw him," the teacher said, sweating profusely.
If something happened to Xingxing, a hundred lives wouldn't be enough to compensate.
"Madam, please sit here. I will go search," the driver said, stopping Ye Ziyu from joining the search party. She still had bandages and a cast on her head and arm. If she wasn't careful, she might suffer a secondary injury after Xingxing was found.