"You two, let go of me!"

A familiar shouting suddenly resounded not far behind. Liao Nan reflexively covered his ears, not for anything else, but because this familiar roar belonged to the school's disciplinary head, "Father of Troubles."

There are not many people who can make him "change color at the sound," and "Old Man Shi" is one of the best among them.

This story is long to tell, but ever since Liao Nansheng entered high school, the most profound thing he experienced was the lack of freedom.

As a top-level high school at the city level, it goes without saying that the rules and regulations at our school are strict. To make matters worse, we have to deal with a nitpicky headmaster who makes a big fuss about every little thing.

Liao Nan still remembers his first morning reading class in his freshman year of high school. One Middle School requires students to stand during morning reading, which isn't a big deal. However, this time, as this guy was passing by, he glanced into the classroom and immediately stormed in with a fiery expression, shouting, "What are you doing? Just standing around all crooked and distorted, thinking it looks good?!"

So the next day, Ming Meimei, who was in charge for the first time, was completely confused and had them sit down for morning reading.

As a result, this guy refused to comply, saying, "What are you doing? Why don't you stand up for morning reading? Your class has the most issues."

Class 16 students: ... Who on earth is the busiest one?

Afterward, there is no need to mention the subsequent series of events.

Later, this group of freshmen only learned from the school forum that the principal was nicknamed "Dad of Affairs."

Sure, here's the translation: "Sure enough, it lived up to its name."

In conclusion, Shier's father left a lasting impression on Liao Nan, to the extent that as soon as he hears this familiar commotion, he reflexively covers his ears.

The students in the classroom, seeing something exciting to watch, eagerly stretched their necks and looked around.

Without quotation marks: Shierde's father quickly rushed over with a swift stride and exclaimed, "What are you doing? What are you doing? I won't say anything if you hold hands during the exam, but what are two boys holding hands for? Is it fun?!"

"And you, what does plugging your ears mean? You find me noisy, huh?"

Liao Nan silently put down his hand again.

I didn't expect that after a few months, Shier's skill has improved. This voice now carries a strong penetrating force, drilling into the ears relentlessly, leaving no room for defense.

"Still clinging, still clinging! Didn't you hear what I said, or is your love stronger than steel? I'm Fa Hai, am I stopping your great love?"

In the classroom, a burst of laughter erupted with a "pfft" sound, causing quite a commotion. The lively noise attracted a deadly glare from Shier Dad, who passed his gaze over.

Instantly, it became quiet.

Gu Yan raised his unstuck left hand and spoke, "Teacher, I can actually explain..."

This was completely an accident; it was the superglue that glued our hands together.

"Heh," the father sneered, "Why don't you mention how you both got your entire palms stuck together with Super Glue? Are you lacking intelligence or do you think I'm gullible? Do you think I would believe you?"

"Alright, you two don't need to explain anymore. If you want to hold hands, go ahead. Hold hands for me until all the exams are over! Don't let go!"

Liao Nan: "..." Can't escape from thinking about it, thank you.

Dad Shier shook his head and left with his hands behind his back. He muttered quietly, "Why are two alphas holding hands? Aren't they afraid of being mistaken for being homosexual..."

Liao Nan: ......

He actually couldn't argue back?!

Gu Yan shook the hands of the two individuals, looking helpless. "There's nothing I can do about it."

Looking in the direction indicated by Liao Nan's gaze, there happened to be two empty tables in the last row. Both of them couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, because this exam required individual seating. If there had been only one table, they didn't know how they would have decided who gets to sit.

After all, teachers wouldn't grant the privilege of allowing the two of them to sit together.

After sitting down, the two of them maintained an awkward posture of holding hands, oblivious to the curious and probing gazes coming from all directions. One of them turned their head to look out the window, while the other rested their chin on their hand, staring at Liao Nan. Surprisingly, the atmosphere became harmonious for a moment.

As the seemingly profound time outside the window came to an end, Liao Nan sighed quietly in his heart, feeling a strain in his neck from staring for so long. He turned his head back and looked straight again.

Ah, as expected, the intense sourness is painful.

Rubbing his sore neck, Liao Nan tilted his head and his gaze involuntarily passed over Gu Yan, landing on the student at the adjacent table.

Due to the invigilator not having arrived yet, he was busy playing games on his phone with his head down.

That profile looks very familiar.

Feeling his scorching gaze, the young man lazily raised his head.

Their gazes met.

He casually curled up the corners of his mouth, his young and handsome face carrying an indifferent smile.

Her pupils slightly constricted for a moment, and her slender fingers instinctively curled up ever so slightly. However, due to the subtle movement, the boy didn't notice.

But Gu Yan, who was holding his hand, discovered.

Since that boy looked up, Liao Nan's fingertips turned icy cold.

He glanced up at Liao Nan, who was furrowing his brows, his eyes filled with resistance and vigilance.

Did they... know each other before?

Liao Nan's face immediately turned very unpleasant, and his gaze, full of aggression, landed on the boy as if it had substance.

Why did he appear here?

"...Are you going to completely upend the peaceful life I've finally managed to achieve?"

The boy smiled and completely ignored Liao Nan's resistance. A pleasant voice suddenly resonated in the not-so-big classroom as he said, "I am Jiang Yuan."

"Willingly being hooked."