Chapter 1340: The Mermaid Princess (39)

Seeing how determined Fuya was, the Merfolk King finally gave up trying to stop them and let them leave.

Tang Guo and Yin Yao remained beneath the sea until school resumed before returning.

Fuya's departure had left the Merfolk King heartbroken, and the entire merfolk race sank into sorrow.

Though they yearned for beautiful love, they did not approve of merfolk sharing their lives with humans.

Tang Guo and Yin Yao's high school life remained as wonderful as ever.

Only, things were somewhat different now.

Ever since deciding to raise a fish, Yin Yao spent every spare moment by her side whenever he could.

However, Tang Guo noticed that Qiao Chen and Fuya still hadn't used the life-sharing secret art.

"Fuya, weren't you going to share your life with Qiao Chen?"

"Qiao Chen said we'd do it on our wedding day. It would make it more meaningful," Fuya replied with a blissful smile.

Tang Guo nodded thoughtfully. "Oh, I see."

"A Guoguo, I never imagined you'd really find a member of the mighty Silver Dragon Clan. Congratulations." Fuya sincerely blessed her. To her, love was something beautiful.

Just like now—she felt happy every single day.

After graduating from high school, Tang Guo and Yin Yao entered the same university in the city.

In college, Yin Yao continued raising his fish every day, showering everyone around him with dog food.

Besides the System, who was almost sick from consuming so much sweetness, another frequent victim was Pei Jiang, who had become rather close to them.

Qiao Chen rarely appeared on campus. He spent most of his time at the company.

Fuya was practically inseparable from him. Wherever Qiao Chen went, she followed.

As a result, Pei Jiang spent more time with Tang Guo and Yin Yao.

"Fuya is the most devoted girl I've ever met." Pei Jiang's expression dimmed slightly. "Her feelings have never changed. From the time Qiao Chen didn't like her to now, when he's willing to be with her... and once he takes over the company, they're even preparing to get married."

Tang Guo had long seen that Pei Jiang liked Fuya.

Back when Qiao Chen treated Fuya coldly, Pei Jiang had always spoken up for her and praised her virtues. It was obvious his feelings ran deep.

"If you like Fuya, why don't you try harder?" Tang Guo asked with a smile.

Pei Jiang nearly jumped out of his skin and hurriedly looked around. Seeing that no one was paying attention, he finally relaxed.

"A Guoguo, don't say things like that. What if Qiao Chen misunderstands Fuya? It wasn't easy for her to finally get together with him."

"They aren't here. If you like her, why not fight for her?"

Pei Jiang remained silent for a long while before smiling bitterly.

"Her eyes and heart are full of Qiao Chen. I've already lost without even competing. There's no point. I'd rather stay as a friend and help her whenever she's in trouble."

"Then, as a guy, do you think Qiao Chen truly loves her? Men understand men better, after all."

Pei Jiang fell silent again.

After a long pause, he finally said, "Even if he doesn't, what does it matter? As long as she's happy."

"A Guoguo, keep this a secret for me. I don't want Fuya to feel burdened."

Tang Guo nodded. "Don't worry. I'm not that bored."

"A Guoguo, your ice cream is here."

Yin Yao returned carrying a basket full of ice cream, his gaze sweeping indifferently over Pei Jiang.

Pei Jiang shuddered in fright and quickly said, "Top student, don't look at me like that. Do I dare? A Guoguo and I are just friends. I don't have any thoughts about her."

"Then stay farther away from my little mermaid," Yin Yao said mercilessly. "My little fish is about to eat ice cream. This place is too cramped."

"I'll go."

Looking at Yin Yao's expression, Pei Jiang meekly surrendered.

Yin Yao tossed him a bottle of iced water from the basket.

Immediately, Pei Jiang brightened up again and slapped Yin Yao on the shoulder.

"Good brother, I knew you were only trying to scare me."

Then he glanced at the basket.

There had to be at least thirty ice creams inside.

She really could eat!