Help! Please Take the Heroine Away [Quick Transmigration] - Chapter 23

Ye Qingyu pinned Xie Mingyao’s struggling hands above her head

Ye Qingyu pinned Xie Mingyao’s flailing hands above her head, while her other hand gripped one of Xie Mingyao’s slender waist, fingertips pressing lightly into the dip of her waist.

“Ah!”

Xie Mingyao’s body jerked violently on the bed before collapsing back down. The tingling sensation radiating from her waist felt like an electric current, sending tremors through her entire body.

That spot was one of Xie Mingyao’s most sensitive areas, and Ye Qingyu not only kept pressing there but also teasingly traced her fingertips over it.

Xie Mingyao’s body seemed to have a switch flipped her slender frame writhed and trembled uncontrollably on the bed. Trapped and unable to escape, she could only kick her legs pitifully, trying to curl into herself.

“Stop… please stop…” Xie Mingyao’s voice trembled, her eyes welling up as she pleaded weakly.

Ye Qingyu watched the girl shudder like a delicate flower, her gaze darkening. “This is payback for earlier,” she murmured.

After releasing her, Ye Qingyu climbed off the bed. It took Xie Mingyao a while to recover, by which time Ye Qingyu had already seized the chance to slip away.

Sitting on the edge of the bed, Xie Mingyao gritted her teeth as she straightened her clothes. Hmph, that ungrateful wretch! I saved her, and just because I teased her a little, she treats me like this!

The system defended: The female lead is not ungrateful, she’s the kindest, gentlest person in the world.

Xie Mingyao rubbed her chin thoughtfully. The way you talk, anyone would think she’s your daughter.

The system: …

Xie Mingyao stood and walked out, casually adding, By the way, I just saved the female lead. Considering we’re supposed to be love rivals, doesn’t this count as OOC?

The system recalled the conversation it had overheard between Ye Qingyu and Zhou Yanfeng at the hospital after gaining higher access. The plot had already veered so far off track since the male lead couldn’t play the hero, they couldn’t just let the female lead get kidnapped.

Even if its host was the villainess, she had to step in this time. The system had already filed a report with headquarters, so there’d be no repercussions.

But it wasn’t about to tell its host, what if she started exploiting loopholes later?

It doesn’t count, the system said. But soon, you’ll have to leave the country as per the original plot. This time, there can’t be any mistakes.

Once the host was gone, without this stumbling block in the way, the relationship between the male and female leads would surely flourish.

A shadow flickered in Xie Mingyao’s eyes as she smirked and nodded. Good. I’m still traumatized from that last electric shock. Don’t worry, I’ll leave the country as planned.

This would give the female lead some room to grow. Otherwise, when Xie Mingyao returned and the Xie family fell into crisis, how would the female lead help her?

Xie Mingyao didn’t show up in class for the rest of the afternoon. For the first time, Ye Qingyu found herself distracted during lessons, wondering if Xie Mingyao was skipping because she was upset about what happened in the infirmary or if something else was wrong.

Lost in thought, the school day soon ended. Ye Qingyu hurriedly packed her books and slung her bag over her shoulder, rushing out. But when she reached the school gates, the private car that usually picked her and Xie Mingyao up was nowhere in sight.

The evening glow dyed half the sky in shades of orange-red, like a beautiful oil painting, making the entire sky exceptionally stunning.

At the school gate, numerous cars came and went, all there to pick up students from the school. Yet, standing not far from the entrance, Ye Qingyu looked particularly lonely.

When a private car stopped in front of her, she instantly perked up with excitement. But as the door opened, she saw that the person inside wasn’t Xie Mingyao, it was Tang Yan.

“Get in. Mingyao-jie might have had something come up today and left early, forgetting about you. I’ll take you home,” Tang Yan said with a friendly smile, as if sensing Ye Qingyu’s hesitation. She added, “Don’t worry, I won’t do anything to you.”

That much was true. Ye Qingyu could tell Tang Yan harbored no ill will toward her, and the way she looked at her now was genuinely kind.

Still, Ye Qingyu shook her head. “No need, thank you.”

In the end, Ye Qingyu walked back. By the time she reached the Xie residence, the sky had darkened completely. Xie Mingyao wasn’t in the living room, but Xie’s mother was.

When Xie’s mother caught sight of Ye Qingyu, she froze for a moment, her eyes flashing with surprise. “You are…?”

Then, as if realizing something, a hint of wariness flickered in her gaze, though her expression remained composed and dignified, befitting the lady of the house.

She had already made up her mind, if this girl was some mistress Xie’s father had brought home, trying to usurp her position, she would never allow it.

Ye Qingyu lowered her eyes, neither submissive nor arrogant. “Hello, you must be Xie Mingyao’s mother? I’m Ye Qingyu. Currently, I’m working as a maid in your household.”

At the name “Ye Qingyu,” Xie’s mother still seemed a little confused, but after the explanation, her expression suddenly shifted.

So this was the love rival her daughter had mentioned?

She was indeed stunningly beautiful, no wonder her daughter was so afraid that the Zhou family’s boy would abandon her for this girl!

But Xie’s mother was far more skilled at keeping up appearances than Xie Mingyao. She quickly softened her smile, taking Ye Qingyu’s hand warmly. “Ah, so you’re the Ye Qingyu, our Yaoyao has mentioned! I didn’t expect you to be so lovely.”

Ye Qingyu was momentarily stunned. She lifted her gaze, the coldness in her eyes briefly replaced by surprise. “She talked about me to you?”

Her clear voice carried barely concealed excitement. Xie’s mother stared at her in bewilderment, finding the girl’s reaction rather odd especially this kind of emotion.

Logically speaking, the two were supposed to be love rivals. Her daughter had bullied Ye Qingyu before and was now humiliating her by making her work as a maid. Under normal circumstances, anyone would be seething with resentment by now. So why was she acting like this?

Was she just that good at acting? Even Xie’s mother couldn’t see through her?

Keeping her guard up internally, Xie’s mother maintained a gentle smile. “Of course! Our Yaoyao might have a sharp tongue, but deep down, she’s very kind-hearted. Though she really went too far this time finding your mother a kidney donor and covering the surgery costs, yet making you work as a maid to repay her. Had I known earlier, I would’ve scolded her properly. You’re classmates, after all. There’s no need to let money interfere with your studies.”

Ye Qingyu shook her head lightly. “I can’t accept money without giving something in return.”

Xie’s mother studied Ye Qingyu intently. This girl was neither servile nor overbearing, and she wasn’t greedy either. Her acting was flawless, she was going to be a tough opponent.

“What’s the big deal? But since you don’t want to take it for free, Auntie isn’t one to force things. I’m just worried it might interfere with your studies. How about this, I’ll send you abroad to study, and after you graduate, you can come work for our Xie family. That way, you can help our family, and the money you owe can be deducted from your salary.” Mrs. Xie took Ye Qingyu’s hand and led her to the sofa, speaking earnestly. “I’ve heard you’re an excellent student. Auntie doesn’t want you to waste your potential on trivial matters. I believe studying abroad will open up boundless opportunities for your future.”

No matter what, she couldn’t confront someone like this head-on. Sending her abroad first was the best option. After a few years apart, she refused to believe Zhou Yanfeng would still be hung up on her. And if Zhou Yanfeng insisted on being with Ye Qingyu, well… a few discreet measures could make Ye Qingyu vanish overseas.

Ye Qingyu didn’t even think before opening her mouth to refuse.

Even for the sake of her future, she didn’t want to leave Xie Mingyao so soon. What if, by the time she returned, Xie Mingyao and Zhou Yanfeng were together…

The mere thought of the two of them together made Ye Qingyu’s breath hitch.

A shadow flickered in Mrs. Xie’s eyes, though her smile remained warm. “Don’t rush to reject my suggestion, dear. Take a few days to think it over.”

“Alright.” Ye Qingyu fell silent for a moment before nodding lightly.

Mrs. Xie stood up, her tone caring. “Dinner should be ready by now. Let’s go eat. You go change, and I’ll call Yao Yao.”

After dinner, Mrs. Xie urged Ye Qingyu to hurry back and finish her homework, then pulled Xie Mingyao into her room.

“Yao Yao, now I finally understand why you were so worried before. This Ye Qingyu is indeed beautiful, and she carries herself with such poise. Someone like her would naturally attract men.” Mrs. Xie’s expression was grave.

Xie Mingyao nodded emphatically, agreeing wholeheartedly.

Not only did she attract men, she even attracted someone like Xie Mingyao, who was as bent as a mosquito coil.

Mrs. Xie frowned and lowered her voice. “No matter what, we can’t let her stay under that Zhou boy’s nose any longer. I suggested sending her abroad, but she refused outright. That path won’t work, so we’ll have to take another route.”

“What route?” Xie Mingyao asked curiously.

Mrs. Xie flashed a determined smile. “Of course, sending you and the Zhou boy abroad together. In a foreign land, relying on each other, I refuse to believe feelings won’t blossom between you two!”

Xie Mingyao: “…”

In the novel the system had provided, the original host was indeed about to go abroad, but the male lead wasn’t. Still, that didn’t stop Xie Mingyao from agreeing. The plot would ensure the male lead stayed behind, she didn’t need to worry about it.

Of course, she just hoped the female lead wouldn’t end up entangled with the male lead and falling for him.

To ensure Zhou Yanfeng and Xie Mingyao went abroad together, Mrs. Xie made a special trip to the Zhou household the next day. Meanwhile, Ye Huai’an and Xie Mingyao were in the middle of a P.E. class on the school field.

This time, Wang Yuzhen wasn’t at school.

After Xie Mingyao chased after that human trafficker, Wang Yuzhen had grown increasingly terrified. She returned home but didn’t tell a soul, instead taking her money and fleeing to another city, living under a false name. She had originally planned to go abroad, but without a passport, she could only hide for the time being.

With her parents’ help, Wang Yuzhen’s misdeeds were quickly uncovered, and evidence was obtained. Naturally, the Wang family couldn’t afford to offend the Xie family for Wang Yuzhen’s sake. Not only did they sever ties with her, but even her brother, who was in the midst of a power struggle, was expelled from the family. Wang Yuzhen’s mother was also driven out of the household.

After learning this news, Xie Mingyao didn’t pay any further attention to it. Although Wang Yuzhen was supposed to be dealt with after the female lead’s counterattack, she was just a minor, insignificant character. Even if she was caught now, it wouldn’t affect anything, as the plot had already progressed to the mid-stage.

On the sports field.

Xie Mingyao sat in the first row of the spectator stands, watching Zhou Yanfeng play basketball with an excited expression.

Both classes had physical education together, and Zhou Yanfeng stood out among the boys playing basketball. Dressed in a white jersey, his skin glistened like honey under the sunlight as he sweated profusely.

Effortlessly catching a pass from his teammate, he spun around to evade an opponent’s block, moving as agilely as a leopard across the court. Then, with a sudden stop, he leaped up for a shot without much aim, a soaring layup!

The basketball swished perfectly through the hoop.

After a brief silence, the stands erupted into cheers, and Xie Mingyao, as his admirer, naturally joined in.

On such a scorching day, having to watch a basketball game even with Ye Qingyu by her side, did little to improve Xie Mingyao’s mood, given her role as an infatuated admirer.

The occasional breeze carried the cheers, and the golden sunlight bathed the energetic students running across the court, making the boy in the white jersey particularly dazzling.

Amidst the noisy environment, Ye Qingyu’s gaze remained fixed on Xie Mingyao. She watched as Xie Mingyao’s face flushed with excitement, her hands clenched tightly, shouting and cheering despite the sweat beading on her skin. Her beautiful eyes were filled with nothing but joy and adoration.

Ye Qingyu lightly pressed her lips together and glanced at the boy on the court.

The moment her gaze shifted, a basketball came hurtling toward them like lightning, and the boy who had accidentally lost control of the ball looked on in horror.

The ball moved so fast that within the blink of an eye, it was upon Xie Mingyao. Ye Qingyu didn’t even have time to raise her hands to block it, thud, the ball struck Xie Mingyao’s head with a loud impact.

In the second before darkness consumed her, Xie Mingyao cursed inwardly: Just as expected, the male lead was her nemesis!!

Far across the court, Zhou Yanfeng also turned to look, only to see the usually aloof and indifferent Ye Qingyu now wearing an expression of deep concern her eyes, her demeanor…

Zhou Yanfeng’s hands clenched into tight fists, his eyes glaring fiercely at Ye Qingyu.

She actually…!!

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