Grab The Heroine and Run Away Ch. 74.1
“It’s been a month since the college entrance exams ended. The results from each province should be out, and you must have submitted your preferences, right? But does anyone know what our Little Pearl chose?”
“The official account hasn’t said anything, and besides, when Little Pearl was taking the exams, they didn’t publicize it. This indicates that Universal didn’t intend to exploit this aspect for publicity. Let’s not dwell on it.”
“I remember in the group show Laurel mentioned that Pearl’s studies were good, so she should have been able to get into college smoothly, right?”
“Well, Little Pearl was never portrayed as a top student. Back then, her good grades were just a passing mention for everyone, and later fans playfully teased her about it. The official stance has never been that Little Pearl is a study prodigy. If anyone uses this to criticize her, just ignore it.”
“What? Little Pearl has haters?”
“It’s quite rare, actually. Except for individual stars from specific companies, SGS gets along well with the other celebrity groups they’ve interacted with.”
“That’s because SGS’s selection process is diligent and strict, and they keep their image clean. Of course, they also enjoy hanging out with clean-cut friends~”
“Speaking of hanging out, the Celebrity Sports Event is about to start! I wonder if our SGS friends will participate!”
“They probably will. Last year, we had just debuted, and next year we might need to prepare for something else, so only this year makes sense for participation.”
“Hahaha, I’m so looking forward to Xu Heran and Haya!”
“Add me to the anticipation!”
At the end of August, new students from various universities began their enrollment and registration. Universities had set up welcome services with rows of sunshades at train stations and airport exits. Senior students from various universities sat under the shades, sweat pouring down their heads.
A little after 2 PM, at the exit of the capital’s airport, two girls walked out one after the other, both wearing hats, masks, and sunglasses, despite the scorching summer weather. The one in front was tall and slender, dressed in shorts and a short-sleeved shirt. Her legs were fair and straight, and she wore a thin jacket loosely tied around her waist. Her abdomen was flat, her shoulders were straight, and at a glance, it was clear she had the kind of figure that looked slim in clothes and had substance when unclothed.
The university students responsible for receiving newcomers had their eyes light up. They noticed the girl’s gaze flick in their direction, and there were signs that the long-legged girl was heading their way.
Just as the girl was about to take a step, a hand suddenly reached out from behind her, and the index finger hooked onto the back of her short sleeve, pulling her in another direction.
“You’re going the wrong way, this way.”
Still a bit groggy from sleep, Xu Heran blinked and stepped back, following Xin Nuo forward with an “Oh” sound. She turned around and draped her arm over Xin Nuo’s shoulder.
“Thank you, Nuo Nuo, for accompanying me on the trip. I’m truly grateful. How can I repay your kindness?” Xu Heran said as she walked alongside Xin Nuo. “I’ll treat you tonight. The top floor of the Capital Grand Hotel, a double bed?”
As Xu Heran’s words fell, she felt a frigid gaze pierce through Xin Nuo’s black lenses, locking onto her face.
“…Sister, what do you want to eat tonight?” Xu Heran lowered her head and used her fingers to brush against Xin Nuo’s face. “I’ll buy whatever you want, okay?”
Xin Nuo’s voice grew even colder. “If it weren’t for you pestering me, I should be enjoying the seaside with everyone right now.”
A certain Pearl immediately laughed it off, “The seaside? We’ve been there so many times, it’s nothing special.”
“How about I create an artificial beach for you?”
“If your artificial beach,” Xin Nuo’s expression turned icy, “is a hotel bathtub, don’t expect me to go out with you in the future.”
Xu Heran: “…”
“Ha, ha, ha… No, I’m just kidding!” Xu Heran laughed awkwardly. As soon as they were seated in the car arranged by Sister Cui to take them to the school for registration, she quickly lowered her head and searched for a hot spring-themed hotel in the capital.
Beside her, Xin Nuo glanced over, took a deep breath, and said, “Xu Heran, in this weather, you want to soak in a hot spring?”
“…Detoxification and skincare,” Xu Heran obediently replied.
Three seconds later, Xu Heran put away her phone and tilted her head, smiling at Xin Nuo.
“Alright, let’s not go.”
Xin Nuo leaned back slightly and let out a cold hum.
“Nuo Nuo.”
“Hmm?”
“You’re really hard to please~”
“…”
“Smack!”
Capital University, a well-known institution in Huaxia, was also a famous tourist attraction in the city.
Around 2:30 PM, a tall and handsome young man walked out, politely declining the female students and male students who approached him for contact information. He remained expressionless and glanced at his wristwatch.
As he passed by new students who were walking with their luggage, they couldn’t help stealing glances at him, then excitedly telling their parents, “Ah, it’s him! He’s the senior from Capital University in the recruitment brochure!”
“Yes, that’s right. If you can bring us a match like him in the future, we’ll be content.”
“…The odds of that happening are as slim as giving birth to our precious Pearl.”
“Wow, you child, why do you always want to make young girls mothers? If they’re willing, fine. Even if you’re in university, you still need to study properly, understand?” scolded the new student’s mother. “Yes, yes, I know!”
With people coming and going around him, after a while, the young man lowered his head and once again looked at his wristwatch.
Three black cars slowly pulled over to the side of the road. The middle car stopped next to the young man, and the car window slowly rolled down.
“Xu Junran, you seem very impatient,” Xu Heran raised her hand to adjust her sunglasses.
Xu Junran replied coldly, “I’m already impatient just to come pick you up.”
“Tch.”
Xu Heran got out of the car, opened the door, and rested her hand on the doorframe. She waited until Xin Nuo got out of the car before closing the door. Xu Junran saw Xin Nuo and slightly straightened his posture.
“Introduce yourselves,” Xu Heran said.
“Good afternoon, Miss Xin,” Xu Junran politely greeted.
Xin Nuo smiled gently, “Good afternoon.”
“Call her Sister Nuo Nuo. ‘Miss Xin’ doesn’t capture the intensity of our relationship,” Xu Heran took Xin Nuo’s right hand, and her left arm linked with Xu Junran’s. The three of them walked side by side inside.
The assistant and bodyguard, disguised as parents, followed behind.
“There’s no intensity; simplicity is genuine,” Xin Nuo said, “If you keep making up nonsense, I’ll let you experience a simpler yet more sincere kind of affection.”
Xu Heran’s eyes widened slightly beneath her sunglasses upon hearing Xin Nuo say, “When we meet, we may not recognize each other.”
Xu Junran turned his head away and quickly covered his mouth to hide his suppressed laughter from Xu Heran. Upon hearing Xin Nuo’s words, Xu Heran immediately let go of Xu Junran and embraced Xin Nuo tightly with both arms.
“I was wrong, okay? When we go back, I’ll take you to the seaside, alright?”
“Hmph.” Xin Nuo patted her hand, “It’s hot.”
“It’s because my heart is warming you up! My heart is burning for you!”
Amidst Xin Nuo’s mocking tone of “No flirting on my watch,” Xu Junran took a step to the side.
Is this… love?
Oh well, he better not understand it.
The online forum of Capital University had been particularly active these days. Among the many posts answering questions for new students, one stood out: “I saw the campus heartthrob at the school gate!! He’s even more handsome after not seeing him all summer!”
Two minutes later.
“Oh my god!!”
“The campus heartthrob, the one who usually never leaves the library, actually came out to pick someone up! And it’s girls! Two girls!!!”
“What—”
Countless students from Capital University, who had fantasized about the campus heartthrob, rushed out. Some were excited, some were skeptical, and some were thrilled. Everyone held their melons close, awaiting the original poster.
“Are the girls pretty?”
“They’re both wearing hats and masks. We can’t see their faces, but we can judge from their figures and aura! They’re the type of great beauties! Beautiful people indeed hang out with other beautiful people!”
“For those who couldn’t sneak a photo, let me describe it. They’re slender and fair-skinned. We can’t see their faces clearly, but standing next to the campus heartthrob, they don’t pale in comparison at all!”
“Ah ah ah! The tallest girl immediately held onto the campus heartthrob’s arm when she got out of the car. He’s never liked physical contact with people. The campus heartthrob, who’s never shared his contact info with strangers, didn’t even try to avoid it! He didn’t show any reluctance on his face at all. He willingly let her hold onto him!”
“Ah… so, the reason why the campus heartthrob never dates is because he already has someone?!”
“I thought the campus heartthrob’s significant other was textbooks. The library is his mother-in-law’s place, hahaha.”
“It’s the new students’ registration days these past few days, so the campus heartthrob’s significant other is one of this year’s freshmen? I’ve heard someone digging up information that the campus heartthrob is 17 this year. Is he in an early high school romance? Did his significant other get into Capital University?”
“That’s pretty inspirational.”
After a while, the original poster appeared again.
“Breaking news—hahaha, it’s strange! That tall girl suddenly let go of the campus heartthrob and kept hugging the other girl next to her. The other girl is tall and slender too. She kept pushing the tall girl, but not forcefully. It’s more like reluctant acceptance… hehe, I suddenly feel like these two girls are a couple. The campus heartthrob is just a stranger, hehehe!”
“Original poster, where are they going? No hidden meaning, we just want to catch a glimpse of the campus heartthrob’s handsome face for moral support in this year’s graduate school application process.”
“The campus heartthrob is from the Computer Science department, but I’m looking in their direction. They seem to be heading towards the Economics and Finance department.”
“Finance… a popular major, just like Computer Science, both are Capital University’s flagship programs. The campus heartthrob’s girlfriend is also a top student!”
“Is she really his girlfriend?”
“Speaking of Finance, isn’t there someone named Xu Heran in the Finance department this year? It’s the same name as that celebrity. A few days ago on an online forum, some people speculated whether it’s the same person. But no one confirmed it.”
“How could they be the same person? Celebrities are always busy with filming and singing, where do they have time to study properly? This is Capital University, not just anyone can get in. Besides, there are plenty of people with the same name and surname in the world.”
“As soon as you mentioned the same name and surname… wait a moment, our campus heartthrob is called Xu Junran, Xu Junran, Xu Heran… and then Xu Junran came out to pick someone up, and he’s heading towards the Finance major… ah… I suddenly got goosebumps!”
“…”
“…”
“Five minutes have passed, where are they?”
“Breaking news! You guys, don’t disturb the normal process of freshmen registration! Why did so many people suddenly rush out of the registration area?!”
The official start of the school year was September 1st. Capital University’s registration period was from August 25th to August 31st.
Xu Junran deliberately chose an earlier time to avoid the crowds of returning students. When he arrived at the registration point for the Finance major, there weren’t many people there. There were more new students coming for orientation than those registering for the major.
“Here.” Xu Junran waved his hand at Xu Heran. He turned to the girl inside the booth and said with widened eyes, “Hello, new student registration.”
The girl swiftly placed the pancake she was holding into the opening on the table and wiped her mouth with a tissue, immediately flashing a warm smile on her face.
“Hello, please fill out this form. Do you have your acceptance letter and ID card?”
“Yes.” Xu Heran nodded, and a shadow fell beside him.
“Here you go, thank you.”
The clear voice echoed in the booth, and those inside strained their ears, feeling that the voice was somewhat familiar.
Everyone gradually gathered around, standing upright with their shoulders straight, taking the registration materials from the girl who received them from the female student.
Xu Heran’s eyes under her sunglasses lifted slightly. Her mask was pulled down to her chin as she spoke with others, revealing her elegant nose bridge and delicate lips. She smiled at the students who couldn’t stop staring at her.
Crowd: Sorry, but I really want to take another look, sob sob.
“Xu… Xu Heran?” The girl responsible for filling out the forms squeezed out Xu Heran’s name from her throat. She stared at the ID card Xu Heran handed her, taking in the beautiful brows and unique blue-purple eyes of the girl. She suddenly stood up.
The students behind her were startled.
“Hush…” Behind Xu Heran, the black-haired girl raised her finger and pressed it to her lips. “Thank you for your help, but we’re a bit pressed for time.”
The girl’s mind went blank, nodding incessantly. She covered Xu Heran’s ID card, fluttered back into her seat, quickly filled out the documents, returned the items to Xu Heran, and discreetly stashed Xu Heran’s identity information away before finally letting out a breath.
“Thank you.”
“You must be a non-resident student, right…” The girl’s voice followed her wandering gaze.
“Yes, I’ve already discussed it with the school’s staff beforehand.” Xu Heran said, “Thank you again.”
“You’re welcome, it’s something I should do.” The girl blinked her eyes and suddenly leaned forward, her voice very low, “Sob sob, Little Pearl, mommy loves you!”
Moreover, she had been guarding the registration area for the past few days just to see who this Xu Heran was, whether there was any chance of her being Pearl! Even though she held a 99% belief that it was unlikely in her heart, she still thought, just in case!
Why is there always a miracle in the world!
Why is her daughter so outstanding!
All the precious daughters of the world! Our little girl is really living up to her potential! Mom hasn’t been sunburnt for nothing!!
“… Thanks.” Xu Heran raised her hand and patted the girl’s head, which reached her chest. “Goodbye.”
“Goodbye!!”
As they turned away, the people behind crowded in, speaking urgently, “Is it Xu Heran?”
“Is it really Xu Heran? I know it was Pearl, your reaction can’t hide anything!”
“Ah ah ah, I’ve seen the living Little Pearl, is the girl next to her Nuo Nuo? But you all didn’t dare to strike up a conversation and I didn’t dare to ah ah ah! I also want Pearl to pat my head!!”
“Did you wash your hair?”
“I did!!!” The girl who had her head patted burst into laughter, “I washed it as soon as I got up in the morning! Just now, Nuo Nuo even shushed at me! Hehe~”
Several people looked reluctantly at the direction Xu Heran and Xin Nuo were leaving, they were quite rational, not daring to approach. Just when they were hesitating, a group suddenly rushed over from in front of the booth.
“There they are!”
Someone shouted.
“Ah ah ah, it’s them! It’s Little Pearl and Nuo Nuo!”
Xu Heran and Xin Nuo exchanged a glance, quickening their pace.
The bodyguards and assistants behind them quickly gathered around, blocking the enthusiastic fans who wanted to get closer.
“Xu Heran! I really like you, Xu Heran!”
“Nuo Nuo—”
As more and more people gathered, Xu Heran and Xin Nuo took off their masks and hats, smiling and greeting everyone.
“Hello, alumni!”
“Ah ah ah!”
Guided by the bodyguards, Xu Heran and Xin Nuo made their way out with difficulty. Fortunately, everyone just took out their phones to film and didn’t engage in any extreme behavior.
“Little Pearl, you really got into Capital University!”
“Congratulations! I thought it might be a case of the same name and surname!”
Xu Heran laughed, “That’s for sure.”
“Pearl, what was your score?”
“It’s a secret~”
The crowd responded with a collective “Ehhhh” and joined Xu Heran in laughter.
“Xu Heran, why did you choose finance? I thought you would go to the music academy.” Someone asked.
Xu Heran reached out and pulled Xin Nuo into her arms, the two of them walking forward like penguins.
The fans among the students stared wide-eyed, wanting to scream but feeling embarrassed due to the real presence before them.
Hearing the student’s question, Xu Heran first lowered her gaze, looking at the path ahead, and chuckled, “Why did I choose the finance department at Beijing University… Because I got enough marks to come here, there’s no other intention.”
Facing the students who were fascinated by her and Xin Nuo, they nodded vigorously, not really processing what she had said. The fact that they could talk to Xu Heran and Xin Nuo excited them greatly.
“Nuo Nuo, did you accompany Xu Heran to the report on purpose?”
Xin Nuo nodded slightly and smiled, “Are you guys reporters?”
The students chuckled, somewhat embarrassed.
Xu Heran was relieved she had chosen the right time. Many university students hadn’t returned to campus on this day. They smoothly walked out of the school gate and got into the car.
“Goodbye, alumni. Study hard and let’s meet again at the end of the term!”
The students apologized and waved to her with regret.
As the car slowly drove away, some students who arrived later and didn’t see the real people sighed in disappointment.
“Ah!!! Why do humans have such magical eyes? They look so good, a thousand times better than on TV! If Little Pearl looked at me with these eyes, I wouldn’t have any problem reading through countless pages of literature!” A bespectacled student excitedly exclaimed to their friend.
“So beautiful. Looking at her in person feels completely different from on the screen. When she glanced at me just now, I felt like I was melting… How did Nuo Nuo manage to hold herself back!” Someone held their blushing face, wearing a dreamy expression.
“The person herself is tall and beautiful, and Little Pearl is growing up so fast. She’s tall and full of spirit, radiating a heroic aura.”
There were discussions about Xin Nuo as well, “Xin Nuo is so pretty, like a handful of snow, clean and carrying a coolness with her. When she’s around, people don’t dare to speak loudly.”
“But you didn’t lower your voice either. However, Little Pearl is holding Nuo Nuo so tightly, she seems afraid we’ll snatch them away,” her friend said with a laugh.
“They probably didn’t expect us to recognize them…”
“By the way, where’s the campus heartthrob? Wasn’t he escorting Little Pearl and Nuo Nuo to the car just now?” someone turned around to search for Xu Junran.
“The campus heartthrob sent Little Pearl and Nuo Nuo into the car and left. Oh dear, we were so excited to see Little Pearl and Nuo Nuo that we completely forgot about him!”
“But the three of them standing together are so eye-catching!”
Someone laughed, “The campus heartthrob is so handsome, why not consider entering the entertainment industry?”
“Thinking too much. The campus heartthrob is only a sophomore. He’s preparing to join a project with his mentor, focusing on artificial intelligence research. Look at him, from morning till night, he’s always in the library, studying diligently. Does that look like someone who wants to join the entertainment industry?”
“Yes, the campus heartthrob wants to shine in the field of research.”
“So… are Xu Heran and Xu Junran siblings? Their names clearly indicate their relationship!”
Xu Heran and Xin Nuo’s car hadn’t reached the hotel yet when Sister Cui called.
“Such an achievement. You said you’d contact the school and have your assistant cover the report for you. You didn’t listen, and now you’re surrounded, right?” Sister Cui snorted. “Do you really understand the level of your popularity?”
Xu Heran lay in the seat pretending to be dead, muttering, “Well, I didn’t want to make it special.”
“Your profession is already special enough. If you don’t pay attention in the future, it might have an impact on the school.” Cui Qi said, “Listen to me and follow my arrangements.”
“Okay,” Xu Heran said, imitating Laurel’s usual deadpan gaze and staring at the roof of the car.
Xin Nuo glanced at her, couldn’t hold back, and pinched her nose.
“Sis, why don’t we go back directly?” Xin Nuo asked Cui Qi, “I saw the hotel room is booked until September 10th.”
Xu Heran blinked, she hadn’t noticed.
“Yes, the Star Sports Festival is about to begin. This year, it’s being held at the Beijing Sports University. I’ve registered you both.”
Xin Nuo: “…”
Translator: Glariosa
Editor: Sinensis
Proofreader: Ruu
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