The Villainous Classmate is My Lucky Star Chapter 217
Translated by Pure
Chapter 217 Chi Jingxi’s Hidden Thoughts
After Wen Yantong returned to her room, she changed into a grey-blue embroidered robe, styled her hair in a youthful manner, and proceeded to walk out at a leisurely pace.
Upon entering the dining hall, Wen Yantong noticed Chi Jingxi already seated, lost in thought.
"Where are they?" she inquired, approaching him.
Chi Jingxi looked up and replied, "They went to find you."
"Looking for me?" Wen Yantong took a seat beside Chi Jingxi and sighed, "More like searching for my younger sister, right?"
Chi Jingxi explained, "I told him you were exploring the house. He mentioned that little girls are afraid of the dark, so they went in search of you."
Wen Yantong smiled, steering the conversation in a different direction. "Thanks a lot for today; otherwise, I'd truly be accused of dishonoring Third Young Lady."
Chi Jingxi acknowledged, "It's partly my fault for allowing others to exploit the loophole. Next time, the people I assign to you must stay close at all times."
Wen Yantong countered, "Didn't I mention that having someone follow me in the Academy would be inconvenient? Besides, as a commoner, I'd be criticized for acting pretentious."
Chi Jingxi asserted, "Let them talk."
Wen Yantong shook her head, extending her hand underneath the table to grasp his, asking, "Have you been preoccupied with something else lately?"
Chi Jingxi held her hand firmly, contemplating for a moment before responding, "It might take some time."
"You mentioned earlier that there's a way for me to leave the Academy. Can you explain what it is?" Wen Yantong leaned in, asking in a hushed tone.
Chi Jingxi explained, "There's a person on death row in the prison with a similar body shape to yours. He is scheduled for execution in half a month. I plan to purchase his body at that time and use it as a substitute for yours."
Perplexed, Wen Yantong asked, "What do you mean?"
"Start a fire in the Academy," Chi Jingxi suggested. "Burn down the area where you reside, and then you'll have the opportunity to leave the Academy."
Wen Yantong was taken aback. "What is the death row inmate's sentence? What if it's beheading?"
"Poison, the kind that clogs the throat, so it won't be an issue," Chi Jingxi explained, rubbing his palms. "Once you're out, do you intend to return to Chang'an?"
Wen Yantong promptly shook her head. "What's the allure of Chang'an? I'd rather stay in Chaoge."
Chi Jingxi remained silent, as if something had crossed his mind.
Wen Yantong discerned that Chi Jingxi had something on his mind but chose not to reveal it. It was either an inappropriate moment or something he preferred to keep from her. Unperturbed, Wen Yantong decided not to press, confident that future opportunities would arise.
After sitting for a brief period, Mu Yang returned, muttering to himself. Upon spotting Wen Yantong in the room, he was taken aback and inquired, "When did you get back?"
Wen Yantong responded, "...Just now."
Mu Yang hastily rushed over to grab her. "Hurry! Your younger sister is missing in the house. I've searched everywhere and can't find her. Come help me look for her."
Wen Yantong instinctively resisted, and Mu Yang stared at her in astonishment. "Your younger sister is missing, aren't you worried?"
Wen Yantong retorted, "You won't be able to find her."
"What do you mean? This house is only so big; how can we not find her?" Mu Yang argued.
Wen Yantong questioned, "Like you said, this house is only so big. What's wrong with letting her wander around?"
"The meal will be ready soon. Your sister has traveled all the way from Chang'an. She needs a good meal," Mu Yang criticized Wen Yantong. "What's wrong with you, being an elder brother! If I had such an adorable sister, I would spoil her endlessly."
Wen Yantong urged, "Just calm down, will you? She's not a child, you know."
Mu Yang snorted, "No, we must find her. She needs to eat."
Wen Yantong regretted her earlier teasing but could only say, "I don't have any sister."
Mu Yang was taken aback. "What did you say?"
"I don't have a sister; I'm the only child in the family," Wen Yantong clarified.
"But just now..." Mu Yang gestured toward the door, his hands trembling slightly. His thoughts seemed to be in a whirlwind, and suddenly, his legs weakened, as if he was able to collapse.
Fu Zixian reacted swiftly, stepping forward to support him from behind.
Wen Yantong was also taken aback. She hadn't intended to frighten Mu Yang. It was beyond her imagination that this man was so easily startled. A mere thought had actually weakened his legs.
She hastily reassured, "Mu Xingyi, pull yourself together. I can explain!"
Mu Yang exclaimed, "Then, was it some evil spirit that deceived my eyes earlier?"
Wen Yantong quickly clarified, "No, no, it was me you saw just now! I don't have a younger sister; I was merely wearing women's clothes!"
Assisted by Fu Zixian, the two helped Mu Yang settle into a chair. Wen Yantong gently patted his chest to help him calm down, saying, "You must hang in there. I heard you fainted from joy after receiving Fu Zixian's gift a few days ago. Don't get too worked up and faint again; I can't handle it!"
Observing Mu Yang's shaky condition, Chi Jingxi smacked the back of his head and commanded, "Pull yourself together."
Mu Yang sat upright, shielding the back of his head, and complained, "Brother Xi, why did you hit me? Wen Yantong lied to me first. I genuinely thought he had a twin younger sister."
Wen Yantong feigned innocence, "I didn't say anything; you just assumed it."
"Then couldn't you have corrected me after the misunderstanding?" Mu Yang retorted indignantly. "Even Brother Xi joined in on the deception."
Wen Yantong retorted, "I haven't settled the score with you yet! Confess! How many snacks have you pilfered from my study? No wonder my stash dwindles every time you visit."
Mu Yang exclaimed, "What right do you have to settle accounts with me? You haven't repaid me for lying to me yet!"
Wen Yantong retorted, "It's your fault for being such a fool."
"What!" Mu Yang angrily rolled up his sleeves and stood up. "Wen Yantong, you and I, Ol’Mu, must settle this today and see who's the fool here!"
Just as Mu Yang was about to confront Wen Yantong, Chi Jingxi stood up and positioned himself in front of Wen Yantong. He remarked to Mu Yang, "If you were more discerning, you wouldn't have been fooled."
Seeing Chi Jingxi's intervention, Mu Yang refrained from causing further trouble. He snorted lightly and declared, "Whatever. You best bet I’ll be settling this score in the future."
Wen Yantong contemplated for a moment and finally confessed, "Actually, I have always been a girl."
Mu Yang glanced at her, momentarily nonplussed. "What?"
"I said I have always been a girl. When I first entered Songhai Academy, the institution didn't admit female students, so I dressed as a man," Wen Yantong explained truthfully.
Mu Yang, looking bewildered, scrutinized her and, noting her seemingly flat chest, retorted angrily, "You're still trying to deceive me!"
Wen Yantong laughed with frustration, raising her voice to match his, "I'm telling the truth. If you don't believe me, ask the Little Marquis!"
Mu Yang immediately turned his attention to Chi Jingxi, inquiring, "Brother Xi, he’s talking nonsense right?"
Chi Jingxi maintained a solemn expression as he revealed, "Not many people are aware of this. I have already arranged for her to leave the Academy. You must not disclose this to anyone."
Mu Yang, trusting Chi Jingxi's words, was visibly shocked. A crack appeared in his expression as he gasped, pointing at Wen Yantong as if he had seen a ghost. "You, you..."
Observing Mu Yang's over-stimulated state, Wen Yantong exclaimed, "Quick, press down on his philtrum!"
Fu Zixian hastily supported Mu Yang's back, calming him down. "Relax, relax; it's not a big deal."
Mu Yang took several deep breaths before questioning, "Could it be that I'm the last one to know about this?"
Everyone collectively chose to ignore his question. Instead, Chi Jingxi interjected, "It's time to eat."
Mu Yang was indignant. "Brother Xi! Why are you revealing such a significant matter to me only now?"
Chi Jingxi responded, "Even if you know, what difference does it make?"
Mu Yang protested, "Why is it not important? How can it not be important?!"
Wen Yantong gestured, "Lower your voice; do you want everyone to hear about this?"