In a moment of crisis, a spark of inspiration flashed in Qin Tian's mind.
"How could I not believe you?"
His expression turned serious, and he spoke in a deep, magnetic voice, "Don't you remember what I said? Even if the whole world disbelieved you, I would."
Xia Nuannuan was stunned for a moment, then two alluring blushes spread across her pretty face.
Of course, she remembered. She could never forget.
During this period, whenever she felt tired of tedious studies, exhausted from exercise, or hungry for sweets, Qin Tian's words from that night would echo in her ears.
This gave her the courage and belief to persevere.
"Hmph, then why did you ask me that just now?"
Xia Nuannuan turned her head away, letting out an arrogant huff.
Her face, now much more refined and beautiful than before, puffed out slightly, feigning a cute "I'm very angry" expression.
"My fault, my fault. I was just chatting with the class monitor about which university to go to after the college entrance examination, and I suddenly wondered if your parents might hope you'd study abroad."
Qin Tian explained with a chuckle.
"That's right. Don't worry, my dad only mentioned it a couple of times in passing. But my mom and dad are actually reluctant to send me abroad. My grades have improved significantly, and with your help tutoring me, I can strive to get into a good university," Xia Nuannuan said with firm conviction.
Qin Tian smiled and nodded, thinking that the reason Xia Nuannuan studied abroad in his previous life might have been more her own decision.
Now, because of him, the reborn butterfly, this point should have been altered.
"By the way, Qin Tian, which university do you want to go to? We agreed to go to the same university, but back then I didn't know your academic performance was this good. I'm afraid I won't be able to get into the university you're aiming for!"
Xia Nuannuan's expression turned a little anxious, and she added, "Of course, I'll work very, very hard, but..."
For a moment, she didn't know how to continue.
This was something she had been worrying about since Qin Tian's stunning performance in the second mock exam.
Qin Tian's grades were so good that he was almost guaranteed to get into the best universities in the country.
She had the belief to study hard until the college entrance examination and was confident she could improve every day with Qin Tian's guidance.
But to achieve scores at the same level as Qin Tian in the college entrance examination was almost an impossible feat.
It was a height that mere effort could not reach.
"Don't worry. You're not planning to go abroad, and I'm not planning to go to the capital. I'll stay in Jiangcheng and choose a university that our college entrance exam scores can get us into," Qin Tian reassured her with a smile.
After all, the system's mission was only to make him the top scorer in the college entrance examination, not to specify which school to attend.
As long as it was in Jiangcheng, it didn't make much difference to him which university he went to.
Of course, he would definitely pick the best university within the scope of Xia Nuannuan's college entrance exam scores.
Xia Nuannuan was stunned, feeling both touched and guilty.
At this moment, she deeply regretted not having worked harder earlier, so she wouldn't be holding Qin Tian back.
"Qin Tian, actually... I think you should go to Tsinghua or Peking University. I'll just choose a school closer to you. As long as we're in the same city, it's good enough," Xia Nuannuan suggested, suppressing her regret and unwillingness, looking directly into Qin Tian's eyes.
Qin Tian smiled and raised his right hand, flicking her forehead with his finger.
"What are you talking about? A promise is a promise, and I will definitely keep it."
"But that's not good. You can clearly go to the best universities."
Xia Nuannuan covered her forehead, her expression serious.
"There's nothing wrong with it. What I like is the best. In any case, I have to go to the same school as you, unless you don't want to?"
Qin Tian asked knowingly, feigning sadness.
"No, no, how could I not want to?"
Xia Nuannuan shook her head vigorously.
"Then there's no problem."
Qin Tian's face broke into a bright, sunny smile.
Xia Nuannuan gazed at his brilliant smile, her beautiful dark and clear eyes inexplicably reddening, her nose tip feeling a little sore.
The wonderful memories of being with Qin Tian during this period flashed through her mind like a slideshow.
Although it had only been less than a month, she felt as if a very long time had passed.
She wanted this happy and sweet campus time to continue forever.
No matter how much effort it took.
Xia Nuannuan took a few deep breaths, calming her agitated emotions, and her eyes began to shine.
Her beautiful face held an incredibly determined expression, and she said word by word, "Okay, then our goal is decided: the best university in Jiangcheng."
Qin Tian was taken aback for a moment, then nodded with a warm smile.
"Alright, then keep up the good work. Jiangcheng University awaits us."
"Mm!"
Xia Nuannuan responded with a firm sound and raised her hands, patting her cheeks vigorously.
"Slap! Slap!!"
The crisp, loud sounds even stunned Qin Tian.
"What are you doing?"
"To refresh my mind!"
"Uh... Don't do that, it pains me to watch."
Qin Tian said with a smile, amused.
Xia Nuannuan glanced at him sideways with a flushed face and said seriously, "Don't say things like that, it affects my revision."
"Alright!"
Qin Tian gave a helpless, wry smile.
Their casual chat came to an end.
Xia Nuannuan picked up her pen and began to recite and copy, reviewing English words.
Qin Tian continued to read his book, his peripheral vision occasionally sneaking glances at her. He noticed that the girl seemed more focused than ever before.
A warm current flowed through his heart.
Besides feeling touched, he suddenly felt a sense of inexplicable self-blame.
Given Xia Nuannuan's family circumstances, without him, who had been reborn, and their agreement, might she have had an easier life?
Fortunately, after this thought arose, he quickly dismissed it.
The last time he saw Xia Nuannuan in his previous life, she had successfully transformed and undoubtedly amazed everyone.
But for a girl to study abroad alone in an unfamiliar country, needing to improve herself and change her life, the difficulties and hardships she must have encountered were imaginable.
It couldn't have been much easier than it was now.
At least now he could be with her and help her constantly.
And he would continue to be so in the future.
The bell for the morning self-study rang.
The sounds of diligent reading in the classroom quickly subsided. The students, looking tired, began to relax, either resting their heads on their desks or standing up to stretch.
Xia Nuannuan covered her mouth with her hand and let out a big yawn, her clear, watery eyes squeezing out two tears of fatigue.
"Tired?"
Qin Tian asked with a smile.
"Mm, a little bit."
Xia Nuannuan pecked at her forehead.
"Then lie down and rest for a while. Zhang Peng and I are going to the supermarket to buy some water and snacks. Do you want anything?" Qin Tian said with a smile.
"No, thank you."
Xia Nuannuan smiled sweetly and shook her head, declining.
She used to love snacks, but she had become accustomed to moderation during this time.
"Then I'll just buy a little something. You've lost weight now, and you exercise every day, so you don't need to be too restrictive with yourself."
"Hehe... Okay!"