The bad value system is measuring values.

Chapter 181 Lover Chapter 1

As time goes by and Qiao Xiao grows up, the evil in her heart grows wildly like weeds, which foreshadows that the people she encounters will become increasingly bizarre and abnormal.

Qiao Xiao's deskmate was a girl with neat short hair named Lu Zi. Her appearance was ordinary, the kind that would be hard to notice at first glance in a crowd, but fortunately, she was born into a well-off family and received a good education from a young age. She had a very outgoing personality and was especially keen on making friends and participating in various social activities.

Lu Zi walked briskly toward the school gate as usual. At the same time, Qiao Xiao was slowly walking over.

Lu Zi spotted Qiao Xiao from afar and immediately waved excitedly, saying, "Hi, Qiao Xiao!"

Upon hearing the call, Qiao Xiao walked towards Lu Zi unhurriedly, maintaining her haughty demeanor, and simply nodded slightly, saying, "Yes, good morning."

Lu Zi keenly noticed that Qiao Xiao had been acting strangely lately, appearing listless. So, she asked with concern, "Why do you look so tired lately? Did you have a fight with your brother?"

Qiao Xiao was startled by his words, but quickly concealed the cold glint in her eyes. A faint smile played on her lips as she asked, "Oh? And how did you know I have an older brother?"

As if she had anticipated Qiao Xiao's question, Lu Zi replied smugly, "Oh my, who doesn't know that! Your brother is the most famous school heartthrob at XX High School! You know, that's a school that's famous in our city, and even in the whole country! By the way, his name is Zhong Huanli, right?"

Qiao Xiao nodded slightly and said softly, "That's right, that's true. But I'm very sorry, I never inquire about his relationship status. Besides, you certainly wouldn't want to put me in a difficult position by asking my brother about such a private matter, would you?"

When Lu Zi met Qiao Xiao's gaze, she felt a chill run down her spine, as if countless caterpillars were crawling all over her, making her feel extremely uncomfortable.

At the same time, an extremely bizarre thought kept flashing through Lu Zi's mind, but she dared not say it aloud. She could only force a smile and reply, "Alright then, that's the only way."

If Lu Zi is someone who relies on money and social skills to expand her social circle and thereby increase her influence, then Qiao Xiao is completely different. Her fame stems from her genuine talent and striking good looks.

Qiao Xiao has a gentle temperament, but she is by no means the kind of weak and gentle person. She always treats everyone equally.

Qiao Xiao has neither the closest of friends nor anyone she feels disgusted by.

Even for her deskmate Lu Zi, a social butterfly who could chat and laugh with almost anyone, it was extremely difficult for her to have a long and uninhibited conversation with Qiao Xiao. Others could clearly perceive her obvious rejection and the deliberate aloofness she created.

It was precisely because of Qiao Xiao's actions that some people's strong competitive spirit was aroused.

Valentine's Day is almost here. Does anyone have a boyfriend? We could make some chocolates for you.

Before this, Qiao Xiao had fantasized about making chocolate for Zhong Huanli, but after he said "disgusting," she stopped all ambiguous behavior.

Qiao Xiao: "Zhong Huanli is really naive. I'm afraid he will never have imagined that the sister he has always regarded as his sister would have such dirty thoughts."

In Qiao Xiao's eyes, Zhong Huanli's excessive pampering of her seemed to have crossed the line. However, since she had never experienced normal family life, she had no clear understanding of what constituted a proper sense of boundaries.

In contrast, Zhong Huanli, as a commander, although he theoretically understands the boundaries of interpersonal relationships, in real life, he has no interaction with any women other than Qiao Xiao.

He was not unaware of those slightly intimate gestures, but he chose to ignore them intentionally or unintentionally, attributing them to his love for his sister, and using this as an excuse to continue to care for Qiao Xiao without any scruples.

During the break between classes, Zhong Huanli felt a little annoyed listening to the rustling sound of her classmates diligently doing their homework.

He twirled the pen in his hand, but his thoughts drifted elsewhere: "Does Xiaoxiao know that Valentine's Day is in a few days? Will she prepare something for me?"

He never questioned his own feelings, simply believing that he longed for his sister's affection and that his actions and thoughts were fulfilling his duties as an older brother.

But then again, why would normal siblings think of each other on a day like Valentine's Day? It does seem a bit illogical.

"However, none of that matters anymore." He was secretly delighted because he had already prepared a Valentine's Day gift for Qiao Xiao, hoping that this gesture would help their relationship return to its former pure and innocent state.

Valentine's Day has arrived.

Zhong Huanli desperately wanted to open Qiao Xiao's door, to see her sleeping face and then be gradually awakened by her voice, but the door remained locked, a situation that had persisted for a month.

After calling out to Qiao Xiao, he went downstairs and waited for her at the dining table.

"Good morning, brother." Qiao Xiao smiled unusually sweetly today and greeted Zhong Huanli first. Zhong Huanli's heart skipped a beat.

"Is she smiling so happily because it's Valentine's Day?"

His gaze involuntarily drifted to Qiao Xiao, and he asked, "Are you so happy today?"

Qiao Xiao smiled sweetly, "Brother, please don't ask anymore."

Zhong Huanli looked at her tender little face and asked, "It's Valentine's Day today. What are your plans?"

Qiao Xiao: "Plans? What plans?" She glanced at Zhong Huanli, "Don't worry, brother, I don't have a boyfriend yet."

Zhong Huanli smiled and said, "Since you don't have a boyfriend, how about you live with your brother?"

Qiao Xiao: "Brother, I have other plans."

Zhong Huanli was genuinely curious about who her date was, but it wasn't convenient to ask further, so he forced a smile and asked, "When are you planning to come back?"

Qiao Xiao: "Before 7 p.m."

Zhong Huanli felt uneasy and immediately frowned, but he dared not openly contradict Qiao Xiao and said, "Okay, I'll wait for you to come back."