Let You Slowly Get Used to the Presence of Love

Think about it—this is Saint Diana Academy picking its representatives!

There are actually many people who could represent Saint Diana Academy.

But since Ethan Yin personally made the selection, it means something entirely different.

The university students already understood what was going on, so everyone kept quiet—no one was foolish enough to ask why.

This is a private academy, not a public school like those outside.

Here, the words 'Yin Enterprises' mean everything.

Cherry Miller was also surprised when she received the appointment.

But she quickly adjusted her mindset and went to several nearby schools to communicate and coordinate.

Don’t be fooled by her age—she’s only eighteen, but when dealing with the leaders of other schools, she’s every bit the mature businesswoman.

She made those school leaders so envious they could hardly contain themselves.

Saint Diana Academy is a private school, after all.

And it’s always refused outside applications for admission.

It’s also refused to let outsiders come in for tours or study.

This year, suddenly lifting that restriction is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

So the leaders of the nearby colleges treated Cherry Miller with utmost respect and fully cooperated with the selection process.

Those who meet the criteria will be invited to visit Saint Diana Academy’s sports festival, where there will also be some friendly exchange competitions.

It’s an amazing chance to observe and learn up close!

Students from the nearby schools are all eager to give it a try.

After meeting with the last school leader, Cherry Miller smiled, nodded, and said goodbye.

She hadn’t gone far when she saw Ethan Yin’s car parked not too far away.

Cherry Miller hesitated for a moment, then walked over.

Ethan Yin opened the car door and said, "Get in."

Cherry Miller obediently got into the car, not even asking where Ethan Yin was taking her.

Ethan Yin drove away, with no specific destination—just driving slowly, taking their time.

"The day after tomorrow, I'm going to the UK with Miles Gu," Ethan Yin said suddenly.

Cherry Miller responded softly, not asking any questions.

"I'll be gone for a while this time. I've already arranged everything at Saint Diana. You don't have to worry," Ethan continued.

"Okay," Cherry replied.

"Nora's here, and with you watching over her, I can rest easy. If you run into any trouble, just call me or Quentin Sheng directly."

"Okay."

"I haven't come to see you these past few days—did you miss me?" Ethan suddenly changed the subject.

"Um..." Cherry instinctively murmured, then quickly snapped out of it and shook her head. "Ah, no!"

Ethan burst out laughing and tapped the brakes, stopping the car further ahead.

He turned to look at Cherry, his smile full of mischief. "Really never thought about me?"

"No," Cherry replied, her face inexplicably turning red.

The space inside the car was small, and it was easy for the temperature to rise for no reason.

Ethan suddenly leaned closer to Cherry. "If you didn’t miss me, why are you blushing?"

Startled, Cherry lifted her head, not realizing how close Ethan was—their faces were almost touching.

Cherry jerked her head back, hitting the car window with a clear thud.

"Ah..." Cherry cried out instinctively.

As soon as she spoke, Ethan Yin suddenly leaned down and kissed her.

His large hand cradled the back of Cherry Miller's head, gently massaging where she'd bumped it, while passionately kissing her.

Cherry Miller was completely stunned.

What was happening?

Why did he kiss me?

Last time, the kiss was just to scare Shawn Shi, but this time, why...?

Ethan Yin didn’t keep going for long. Once he’d finished massaging the sore spot, he let Cherry go.

Cherry’s eyes were dazed from the kiss, her cheeks flushed pink.

She only came back to her senses after Ethan let go.

Just as Cherry was about to speak, Ethan said, "When I come back from the UK, I’ll bring you a gift."

"I..." Cherry started to say she didn't need anything, but Ethan interrupted, "If you ever have to marry someone, would you consider me?"

"Huh?" Cherry was completely dumbfounded.

"You’ll have to get married someday, and I’ll have to get married someday. Why not team up?" After these past few days, Ethan realized he hadn’t forgotten that kiss—he missed it even more.

Today, he came to test it out.

To see if he really liked that kiss.

Just now, he tried again.

It seemed like he really did like it.

Since he didn’t dislike it, why not give being together a try?

Cherry was completely stunned.

What was this situation?

Was this a confession?

No, no, how could this count as a confession?

It was just a beautiful coincidence and misunderstanding.

Cherry quickly turned her head and said, "Young Master Yin is always joking."

"I'm not joking. I'm serious," Ethan Yin replied earnestly. "We basically grew up together, so we know each other's personalities and temperaments pretty well."

"But I'm not worthy," Cherry replied calmly. "I'm not like the others. I don't have that qualification."

"If I say you do, then you do," Ethan said with a smile.

"No, it's not like that," Cherry shook her head gently. "When the CEO pursued his wife, he put in countless effort and energy. My mom told me that the reason Madam could become the CEO's wife wasn't just her own hard work—there was something crucial: the Yun Family is an upper-class family, a scholarly household. That's the bare minimum! But me? My father ran off with someone else, and I grew up with my mom, working in the Yin household. We're not a good match. So please, Young Master Yin, don't joke about this anymore, okay?"

"If we were a good match, would you consider me?" Ethan continued teasing.

"You..." Cherry sighed. "We're not suitable."

"I'm not good enough for you?" Ethan raised an eyebrow.

Cherry gave a bitter smile. "Young Master Yin, you really know how to be ironic! You know that kind of pressure doesn’t work on me."

"Alright, you’re much more mature than other girls your age," Ethan sighed. "But what can I do? I just like your businesslike attitude, I just like how grown-up you are."

Cherry rubbed her face. "Then I’ll try to change."

Ethan grabbed Cherry’s hand. "Cherry, don’t be so quick to turn me down. We can give it a try."

"Impossible," Cherry still chose to refuse.

"I’m not giving up," Ethan said, gently biting the back of Cherry’s hand. She felt a jolt of electricity run through her body, her face flushing deep red.

Seeing Cherry’s reaction, Ethan finally smiled in satisfaction.

He didn’t keep pestering her and decided to let her off for now, but he set up their next meeting: "Come to my room tonight and help me with something. Quentin Sheng can’t handle it alone."

"Ah, okay..." Cherry was a little dazed, and by the time she realized it, she’d already agreed.

Well, looks like there’s no backing out now.

Ethan Yin’s eyes were full of rippling amusement.

They’d grown up together, so he really understood Cherry Miller.

Stubborn, earnest, and strong-willed.

On the surface, she was hard to persuade.

But really, it was just that her father had hurt her so deeply since childhood that she instinctively kept her distance from all men.

Still, Ethan thought he had the patience to show her that not all men in the world were as awful as her father.

Just look at his own mom and dad—so in love!

Back at Saint Diana Academy, Yina Yin wasn’t in the dorm—she’d probably gone to play basketball with Miles Gu.

Lately, Yina Yin couldn’t stop talking about Miles Gu. Whenever he came up, she lit up, her eyes sparkling.

Cherry could see it clearly—Yina was head over heels in love.

They were engaged anyway, so falling in love was perfectly normal.

Since Yina Yin was busy, Cherry decided to go help Ethan Yin.

Everyone lived in the same dorm—it was only right to help each other out!

Cherry consoled herself with that thought.

She raised her hand and knocked on the door. Ethan Yin’s voice came from inside: "Come in."

As soon as Cherry opened the door, she smelled something delicious.

Huh? Why did it smell like food?

Weren’t they supposed to be helping out tonight?

Ethan Yin brought out the last dish and said, "Sit down and wait a bit—it’ll be ready soon."