Zhang Xiaochu released her, then reached out to hold Bai Tang's head, intending to kiss it, but got a slap across the face from Bai Tang instead.
"Getting cocky, are you?" Bai Tang said in a chilling tone.
Zhang Xiaochu laughed as he let go. "Pure excitement, just excitement!"
He released her, rubbed her hair awkwardly, and finally sat up straight and proper.
Everyone who witnessed this was dumbfounded!
Wait, since when did the school bully become so... obedient?
The two got out of the car, and Zhang Xiaochu was quickly surrounded by the crowd. His two underlings in front shouted, "Brother Chu, you're the man!"
Zhang Xiaochu beamed brightly, his dazzling smile paired with those pearly white teeth making him look like a complete goofball to Bai Tang.
Si Rui walked over, stood in front of Zhang Xiaochu, and said, "Congratulations."
Zhang Xiaochu grinned. "You didn't lose unfairly. After all, I had two people in my car!"
Everyone just assumed Zhang Xiaochu was joking.
Still, this race served to shut up those who had从一开始 believed Zhang Xiaochu would lose.
The race had a cash prize, and the crowd urged Zhang Xiaochu to go claim it. He pushed through the crowd, reached out, and grabbed Bai Tang's wrist, pulling her along.
No choice—he didn't dare hold her palm, afraid of getting his hand chopped off!
After collecting the prize, Zhang Xiaochu turned to Bai Tang and said, "Tonight, Brother Chu will treat you to something good!"
"Some other time. Take me back."
Bai Tang hadn't forgotten that she still needed to go back and find Bai Chengfeng tonight.
Some things just had to be put on the agenda.
"No way, you have to show up at the celebration feast!" Zhang Xiaochu said domineeringly, absolutely not letting her go.
Bai Tang looked at him, thought for a moment, then said, "One hour."
Zhang Xiaochu wanted to argue for an all-nighter, but seeing Bai Tang's unyielding gaze, he finally nodded in agreement. "Fine!"
Bai Xi'er watched Bai Tang, who was the center of attention beside Zhang Xiaochu, and found it more and more irritating.
Clearly, tonight was supposed to be Si Rui's victory.
And as Si Rui's date, she should have been the one basking in everyone's envy.
But today, Bai Tang had stolen all the spotlight!
A flicker of hatred crossed Bai Xi'er's eyes.
"I'll take you home," Si Rui said, walking over with a gentle tone.
Bai Xi'er snapped back to reality, quickly hiding the gleam in her eyes, and smiled as she nodded.
"Si Rui, did you do that on purpose today?" Bai Xi'er probed. "Was it because everyone called Zhang Xiaochu the eternal second place, so you deliberately lost to him?"
Si Rui paused, his brow furrowing slightly as he shook his head. "No."
"But how could you..." Bai Xi'er wanted to say more, but seeing Si Rui's grim expression, she shut her mouth.
As she got into the car, Bai Xi'er's gaze fell on Sheng Qi.
Seeing his flawless face and noble demeanor, her heart stirred involuntarily.
Staring at him, an idea formed in her mind.
Even if Si Rui was the school heartthrob, he was still just a student, while Sheng Qi was rumored to have his own business.
Si Rui was still a student—some things just couldn't be compared!
Sheng Qi was extraordinarily handsome and exuded exceptional grace. A dragon among men like him would be a perfect match for her!
The race ended, and everyone drove off one by one. Zhang Xiaochu took Bai Tang to the car, ready to leave.
But unexpectedly, a group of cars blocked their path, surrounding them completely.
Zhou Xi got out first, walking straight over, followed by a gang of thugs.
"Trying to leave?" Zhou Xi sneered at Zhang Xiaochu and Bai Tang, speaking arrogantly. "Neither of you is going anywhere today!"