"Hearing how Xiao Huan has given so much for you without knowing anything, I really feel guilty...

"Helping my own daughter hide previous mishaps, it's like I'm an accomplice, disrespecting my age, just like you."

Sensing her mother's sadness, Ye Shiyu hurriedly comforted,

"I... won't do it again, Mom. I'm really self-disciplined now."

"..."

Ye Lan stared at her daughter, expressionless in her arms, not knowing if her expression was sincere or not.

However, she still retained some suspicion and skipped over the topic,

"Isn't this great, apart from Xiao Huan, you finally have your first true friend, right?"

"..."

Ye Shiyu was about to nod, but inevitably thought of that guy Bai Yi.

So after a second of silence, she added,

"It's probably... one and a half..."

Why not two?

Because that guy Bai Yi also covets Xiao Huan, so he can only count as half.

That's Ye Shiyu's knack for judging people.

"But... Mom, I'm still a bit troubled right now..."

"What's troubling you?"

"Even though Xiao Huan is very good to me, and I'm really... self-disciplined now, but what if Xiao Huan's feelings for me are just sisterly, not... that kind of feeling, what should I do?"

As she said this, obvious distress appeared on Ye Shiyu's face.

What she didn't notice was that since the "Tokyo Tentacles Incident" and stopping hypnosis, her inner emotions had become more apparent.

"..."

However, upon hearing this, Ye Lan regretted the brain lapse earlier, suddenly mentioning things like "after marriage"...

But looking at her daughter's suddenly animated expression, Ye Lan couldn't help but worry...

With Xiao Huan's help, Shiyu's state seemed better now.

But in this area, Xiao Huan, who knows nothing about this, can't help.

If she doesn't step in, and lets her explore alone, what if she goes astray again?

Ye Lan understands the principle of guiding rather than blocking, especially since she knows her daughter well; her strong possessiveness makes giving up nearly impossible.

If you don't guide her properly, she'll resort to underhanded means...

Thinking of the last time she saw her buy those aphrodisiac-like things, Ye Lan couldn't help but feel dizzy now.

So after some thought, she gave Ye Shiyu a suggestion,

"Ultimately, you and Xiao Huan aren't biological siblings, I haven't formally adopted him either, and you haven't grown up together since childhood, so it's not impossible for him to see you as the opposite sex...

"Since you're unsure of Xiao Huan's feelings for you... I heard from Principal Hermes that you'll have an event called the High Table Dinner at the end of the semester. At the end of the dinner, there will be a one-on-one dance for couples?

"Inviting someone as a dance partner at that event is pretty much a subtle confession, right?"

Upon hearing this, Ye Shiyu froze for a moment, thought for a while, and then nodded,

"It seems... that's the case. I didn't expect you to know, Mom."

Ye Lan smiled slightly and said to Ye Shiyu,

"Did you think I randomly chose a school for you? I obviously need to understand the school you're attending.

"Moreover, Principal Hermes knows many Dragon Country parents can't accept early dating, so before you enrolled, he discussed these potential issues with me privately..."

As Yan Huan said, the principal, who smiles like a blooming chrysanthemum, is very perceptive and considers everything thoroughly.

Rather than having powerful and influential Dragon Country parents later storm into the school demanding, 'Teacher, why is my Zihan dating?', it's better to clarify cultural differences beforehand.

"So..."

"So, if you want to confirm Xiao Huan's feelings for you, why not aim for that?"

"I... I understand. Then I'll invite Xiao Huan tomorrow..."

Ye Shiyu nodded in a daze, only to have Ye Lan gently tap her head before she could speak.

Looking up in confusion at her mother, she saw her smile wryly and say,

"You know, being too eager won't help you.

"Besides, for girls, maintaining some reserve in romance can attract men. There's still so much time before the end of the term, and you're rushing over to invite him. Are you so eager for intimacy?

A bit...

But not too eager.

Ye Shiyu swallowed and thought this way.

In front of her, Ye Lan smiled lovingly, touched Ye Shiyu's face, and said,

"Aren't you and Xiao Huan supposed to be making a tapestry? Being around each other every day, you could be the one to succeed first, but at least prepare a bit?

"Secretly ask Xiao Huan if he wants to learn to dance early? Pretend you don't know the High Table Dinner's agenda and ask Xiao Huan about it?

"Then, when the tapestry is almost done, like during your school's cultural festival, it's a great opportunity."

Tapestry, cultural festival, opportunities after being close...

Thinking about it, it's really like that.

Thanks to her consistent self-discipline recently, she hasn't let Xiao Huan down, nor rejected Mori Yana, for such a rare opportunity.

As long as she continues to stay disciplined...

She might seamlessly participate in the High Table Dinner's dance with Xiao Huan...

Dance?

Ye Shiyu blinked, and a fervent flame slowly ignited in her eyes.

"I... I understand, Mom... Thank you."

"It's good that you do... Now, it's time to rest. You have to get up early tomorrow..."

"Yes, good night, Mom."

"Okay, good night..."

Ye Shiyu nodded, hugged the pillow tightly in her arms again, and closed her eyes.