The bad value system is measuring values.

Chapter 176 Physique

In the blink of an eye, Zhong Huanli and Qiao Xiao have been living together for almost a year.

During this time, Zhong Huanli was extremely considerate to Qiao Xiao. Knowing that Qiao Xiao loved candied hawthorns, he would often secretly buy them for her.

However, things took an unexpected turn. Due to Zhong Huanli's frequent purchases, Qiao Xiao developed cavities, which were quickly discovered by Zhong Yan. Zhong Yan decisively issued a ban, strictly forbidding Zhong Huanli from buying any more desserts for Qiao Xiao.

Zhong Huanli tutored Qiao Xiao, and her academic performance began to improve steadily. In particular, she showed a unique talent in Chinese, ranking among the top in her class. In contrast, English became her weakest subject, always dragging her down.

Despite Qiao Xiao's hard work, it is regrettable that she still falls short of the standards required to enter the top class, and she was ultimately assigned to Class A instead.

Her personality was deeply influenced by Zhong Huanli. The once introverted little girl became cheerful and outgoing, and she established a fairly good adoption relationship with Zhong Yan.

When the birthday cake was placed in front of Qiao Xiao, Zhong Huanli said with some emotion, "Time flies so fast, you've been here for a year already."

Qiao Xiao: "Yes, Zhong Huanli, but Dad Zhong already celebrated for me, why did you specially prepare a cake?"

Zhong Huanli: "If I can't buy you candied hawthorns, can't I buy you other things?"

Their relationship was as harmonious as that of siblings, and this development was good; he could accompany her as an older brother, and then…

His expression suddenly froze, and he thought to himself, "How could I forget? I'm the conqueror."

His eyes were filled with disbelief. "How long have I been here? A year, I guess. How could I forget Qiao Xiao... She's my target." The thought made him visibly dazed, as if he were a fraud.

A look of helplessness suddenly appeared in his usually calm and gentle eyes. How could Qiao Xiao not notice? She asked, "What's wrong?"

She stared intently into Zhong Huanli's eyes, feeling a deep sense of alienation. Fear compelled her to call out, "Brother!"

Her heart clenched suddenly, as if she could clearly feel the distance between them at that moment. She rushed forward and tightly grasped Zhong Huanli's hand, her voice filled with urgency and unease: "Brother, what's wrong with you?" Her eyes were glistening with tears.

Zhong Huanli came to her senses and looked at her gently: "It's amazing, Qiao Xiao. I used to not feel time when I was alone, but since you came into my life, I have been able to sense its flow. You have reminded me of time."

He didn't know before that the meaning of life could be attached to a person, but now he is clearly aware of it.

Qiao Xiao felt a splitting headache, as if a piece of her heart had been ripped out. She was dazed and shook her head: "Brother, why are you suddenly saying these things? Don't scare me."

Zhong Huanli stroked her hair affectionately and gently comforted her, "Don't be afraid, I can't bear to part with you. It's time to make a wish."

Qiao Xiao: "Brother, can you grant my wish?"

Zhong Huanli: "Of course, I'll grant you whatever you want."

Qiao Xiao: "I want you to stay with me forever."

Zhong Huanli sighed softly: "Silly girl, you will eventually have your own family."

Qiao Xiao: "I don't want that! I want you to stay with me forever."

Looking into her determined eyes—the unwavering resolve, the strength, and the unparalleled darkness—Zhong Huanli perhaps understood why those who tried to conquer her failed.

"it is good."

He already knew that he would remain in this world, spending his entire human life comforting her soul that longed for companionship, until their time together came to an end.

Upon hearing his reply, Qiao Xiao broke into a radiant smile, a smile so sweet that it inexplicably stirred a pang of heartache and sorrow in Zhong Huanli.

The morning after my birthday, sunlight streamed through the window into the room, illuminating the mess on the floor.

As usual, Zhong Huanli stood in front of Qiao Xiao's door, gently knocking and calling her name softly, hoping to wake her from her sleep.

However, as time passed, there was still no response from inside the house.

At first, Zhong Huanli thought Qiao Xiao was just sleeping too soundly, but as the number of knocks on the door increased and the force gradually increased, his unease grew stronger.

Finally, when he could no longer bear the silence, he kicked the door open.

Upon entering, Zhong Huanli was instantly stunned by the scene before her. Qiao Xiao was curled up on the cold ground, her hands tightly clutching her abdomen, her body trembling uncontrollably, and she was groaning in pain.

"It hurts so much..." Her weak voice seemed to come from another world, and it was heartbreaking to hear.

At this moment, her face was as pale as paper, her forehead was covered with large beads of sweat, her eyes were filled with helplessness and despair, and she looked extremely fragile.

Seeing this, Zhong Huanli's heart was breaking. Without thinking, he immediately called out to Aunt Shen, who lived downstairs, and quickly took out his phone to dial the private doctor's number.

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"What's wrong with her?" Zhong Huanli walked quickly to the bedside, anxiously looking at Qiao Xiao, who was still in great pain on the bed. She herself was also sweating profusely with worry.

Private doctor: "Ms. Qiao is physically weak and has poor blood circulation, which causes delayed menstruation accompanied by severe pain. She needs careful recuperation. I will prescribe some medications, which she must take on time. I will also make regular follow-ups to monitor her recovery."

Zhong Huanli was struck dumb. Moon tide? How could he not have thought of that? The moment he saw her bleeding, he felt so cold he almost died, forgetting that girls have moon tides.

Zhong Huanli was filled with remorse and stayed by Qiao Xiao's bedside without leaving her side. When Qiao Xiao woke up, she saw Zhong Huanli's tired and worried face and forced a smile. "Brother, I'm sorry for making you worry."

"Don't talk nonsense. It's my fault for not taking good care of you." Zhong Huanli gently brushed the stray hairs from her forehead.

Zhong Huanli took meticulous care of Qiao Xiao, personally cooking blood-nourishing soups and supervising her to take her medicine and rest on time.

After a period of recuperation and treatment, Qiao Xiao's originally weak body began to gradually improve. It must be said that her physical condition is excellent. It is no exaggeration to say that as long as she can calm down and wholeheartedly recuperate, with her extraordinary recovery ability, she will surely be able to fully recover her health in no time.

As her physical condition continued to improve, she gradually became healthier, stronger, and more energetic, and her whole being was transformed.