Chapter 118: The Ice Doll

Pigly glanced through the mirror at the harmonious group behind him, a gentle smile always lingering on his face—radiant and warm like sunshine. Trailing behind were Ye Xin, Mo Jiu and Mo Shi, with the driver being a bodyguard from the Skico Wei family. In addition, three more cars carrying bodyguards followed. Although Xie Liya and Pigly were merely professor and student by title, their families would never tolerate them being treated lightly. Whenever they went out, at least ten bodyguards had to accompany them.

During this time, Mo Jiu and Mo Shi repeatedly called Huang Pu, but his phone showed no signal in the area, leaving them frustrated and helpless.

The busy duke and his heir were not in the castle; instead, the butler greeted them upon arrival. Grandpa Xie Liya warmly arranged rooms for Shangguan Ranyan and the others. All the bedding and personal items were replaced with brand new ones, and even the furniture was upgraded.

The butler had never seen the old gentleman so kind and joyful. He immediately ordered the castle’s servants to prepare the four cleanest and tidiest rooms, all located in the building the old man requested. The butler carried out the orders meticulously and with great care.

Shangguan Ranyan, watching the busy servants’ backs, felt slightly apologetic and joked, “See, Grandpa Xie, you’ll regret this.”

Xie Liya smiled gently. “If the girl stays here, I’d be happy to be troubled.”

Mo Jiu, standing nearby, could hardly contain himself. What was this old man up to? Trying to steal the master’s attention right in front of them? He would never allow such a thing to happen.

Mo Shi, however, wondered if he should report this to their master.

Shangguan Ranyan smiled quietly, saying nothing.

Ye Xin stayed behind at the castle to prepare Shangguan Ranyan’s personal belongings, while Mo Jiu and Mo Shi followed Shangguan Ranyan.

Around two in the afternoon, the group set off for Christine University. Pigly was still a doctoral student, while Shangguan Ranyan had already graduated—a fact he admired greatly. She was intelligent, rational, diligent, and outstanding beyond compare, her small head filled with profound philosophy.

Although Xie Liya had entered old age, he refused to admit it. With students all over the world, it was no exaggeration to say that half of the music prodigies on earth had been taught by him. He was a renowned music mentor worldwide.

This year, he was teaching five classes totaling over 220 students. His lessons were precious, held only once a week, and sometimes not at all.

Their five cars could have easily driven straight to the campus, but for some reason, Xie Liya insisted on entering on foot. It wasn’t that Shangguan Ranyan was unwilling to walk, but rather that she found the decision puzzling.

Pigly stopped the car, the smile on his lips deepening upon hearing his grandfather’s words. It was as if a fish on the brink of drying out suddenly found a clear spring and joyfully rolled in the water. He seemed to understand his grandfather’s intention.

So, the bodyguards drove the cars inside. Xie Liya led Shangguan Ranyan at the front, Pigly slightly behind, with Mo Jiu and Mo Shi trailing.

As soon as they got out, they were greeted by the gazes of all the teachers and students. Their eyes couldn’t help but sneak glances at the group as they walked by.

Because of the cold weather, Shangguan Ranyan wore a black sweater underneath and a matching white wool shawl on top. Below, she wore a fitted waist skirt paired with black stiletto ankle boots. Strands of her flaxen hair were braided behind her ears and pinned back with delicate clips resembling daisy petals, like a faint touch of spring’s lingering charm. Her earrings were black and silver, with a rectangular black frame enclosing golden stones that swayed gently. Her face was lightly powdered, making her complexion fair and delicate. Her eyebrows were long and well-shaped, like verdant mountain peaks, while her lower lashes were long and curled, fluttering with a teasing allure. The most striking feature was her crimson lips and pearly teeth, even more dazzling than the most exquisite flowers.

Xie Liya remained as usual in a simple white shirt and black trousers—plain and unremarkable.

Pigly bore a resemblance to his mother, with gentle eyes, a refined nose, and a gaze that always radiated warmth, as if melting you with its softness. He carried the grace and elegance of a gentleman, dressed in a neat formal suit. Though still a student, his age no longer allowed childish whims. He already owned multiple private enterprises.

Behind them, Mo Jiu and Mo Shi wore solemn expressions. Mo Jiu, though sometimes irreverent, was responsible and reliable when serious. Mo Shi was always silent-faced, but his emotions were transparent, making it easy to read his thoughts. He was the purest-hearted of the group.

“Ahhh! She’s so beautiful! Like the Ice Doll from Y Country. She must be from Y Country, right?”

“Why do you use the word ‘ice’ for the honeymoon?”

“Are you stupid? Don’t you feel she has that cold, icy vibe? Oh my god, her temperament outshines even the campus queen and Ge Ru.”

“Professor? Who is that beautiful woman standing next to him? Is she his student? Why haven’t I seen her before?”

“Quick, take a picture, take a picture! Senior Pigly is back at school today. I have to inform Qiting and Yimei.”

“Senior is back! Hurry, notify the fan club to keep track of him.”

“Who is the woman by the professor’s side? Could she be senior’s girlfriend?”

“Ah! Are those bodyguards behind them? So handsome! Such a perfect blend of brawny and charming. Ahhh, I have to capture this and make Ping Yuan Siya regret it.”

“Senior! Hurry, don’t miss it!”

“Who’s that girl with the professor? Wow! She’s so beautiful! Her eyes are like stars and sea, and those red lips just make you want to kiss her. Ah, I’m going to dream about this fairy tonight.”

“Who are those two men? I bet they’re not from our school.”

“It’s senior! Quick, alert President Laluolena.”

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The crowd’s voices continued without pause, accompanying them all the way into the lounge.

Thus, Christine University erupted once again. These messages appeared everywhere: on the school forum, bulletin boards, report boards, information kiosks, radio stations, sound booths, broadcasting stations, student council, fan clubs, clubs, organizations, and youth leagues. The headline was glaringly clear: “The Ice Doll,” brought onto campus by Professor Xie Liya and Senior Pigly.