The Soft-Hearted Wife of Mr. Big Shot

Chapter 298: Cecilia Bennett – A Close Relationship

Theo Shaw: "???"

He wasn’t sure if this little girl was genuinely naive or just pretending, to believe such a lie.

Of course, Cecilia Bennett didn’t believe it; she just complained on purpose for Theo Shaw to hear.

Since then, Cecilia started bringing water to Theo every now and then, and poor Theo didn’t even dare to refuse.

Gradually, the two of them became familiar with each other.

Apart from Holly Sawyer, Theo was the one Cecilia was closest to.

"Theo, which university do you want to attend?"

On the basketball court, Cecilia and Theo sat side by side, and Cecilia looked over at him and asked.

"Arkenfall University."

Theo said, as it had always been his goal.

"I also want to get into Arkenfall University in the future."

Cecilia made a cheering gesture for herself and said slowly, her tone serious.

After spending time together, Cecilia realized her feelings for this big brother weren’t just admiration; there was a hint of affection as well.

Perhaps that’s what liking someone is.

"Okay, I’ll wait for you at Arkenfall University."

Theo said, his voice particularly gentle.

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call it tender and doting.

Theo did exceptionally well in his college entrance exams and successfully got into Arkenfall University. Cecilia cheered herself on mentally, hoping to strive and get in too.

"Holly, I actually like him, something I never expected."

As Cecilia worked on her practice problems, she suddenly put down her pen and sighed heavily, her tone truly helpless.

Who would have thought that what started as a prank would turn into genuine feelings?

"If you like him, just like him. If you like him, confess. Aren’t you quite brave? What’s there to fear?"

Holly said nonchalantly, as she always saw Cecilia as open and straightforward.

"But I’m so young. What if he doesn’t believe me?"

Cecilia said, troubled.

"You figure it out yourself."

Even Holly didn’t have any advice to offer.

In other areas, she could offer opinions, but when it came to feelings, she was completely clueless and knew nothing.

"Alright."

Cecilia propped her chin on her hand, gazing at the scenery. Her eyes shifted slightly, and she let out a soft sigh.

It does seem quite difficult.

Oh well, take it one step at a time.

Theo went off to college, and Cecilia went straight into high school at First High School. Perhaps having a goal in mind, Cecilia put more effort into her studies than ever before.

Holly and Cecilia were still little terrors, and now even the high school department knew about these two, with stories lingering from the middle school department.

"Holly, why is your brain so good?"

Cecilia couldn’t understand why Holly, always so lazy and seemingly not putting much effort into her studies, always did well on exams.

She really couldn’t figure it out.

Her own grades weren’t bad either, rather top-notch, actually.

"Who knows."

Holly said nonchalantly, a lollipop in her mouth.

Who knows.

"Wanna give it to me?"

Cecilia blinked softly and spoke slowly.

She really wanted to pry Holly’s brain open and see what was inside. She truly wished for it.

"Go away."

Holly immediately gave Cecilia a punch, really wanting to toss her out.

Cecilia was quite cocky. She often video-called Theo, under the pretense of asking questions.

Theo was always very patient, diligently helping Cecilia with her questions, maintaining a good relationship.

Because they were both in Arkenfall, they would occasionally hang out on weekends, and Cecilia would abandon Holly, her best friend.

A classic case of ditching friends for romance.

"Theo, you’re so handsome. Do you have a girlfriend now?"

At a bubble tea shop, Cecilia asked casually as she sipped her drink.

Theo didn’t date in high school, supposedly not to distract from studies. Now in college, he might have a girlfriend.

Though for Theo, she was still too young, even if their age difference wasn’t big.

If it were twenty versus twenty-four, Theo wouldn’t think she was too young. But now, it’s fourteen versus eighteen.

An adult and a minor.

The difference is notable, especially big.

"No, no rush."

Theo shook his head and said, his voice as gentle as always.

He’s not in a rush, not at all.

"Have any girls been after you?"

"I remember there were many girls chasing you before."

Cecilia playfully blinked and spoke softly.

Yes, in high school, Theo was dazzling. He managed other relationships well, but she was his biggest blunder.

She was a rascal, indeed quite cheeky.

"What was before is before, and now is now. Things have changed."

Theo looked down at the bubble tea in his hand, a smile playing on his lips.

Yes, before was before, and now is now; things are quite different now.

Previously, refusing others was because he had no distractions and didn’t want to affect his studies.

Now, refusing others is because there’s someone in his heart, so it’s a bit different.

"Indeed, but if you say no one is after you, I wouldn’t believe it."

"Do I look easily fooled? I’m really smart."

Cecilia said earnestly, refusing to believe a word.

Perhaps Theo is just rejecting them as always.

"Think you’re quite silly."

Theo said, from the first time he met her, he thought this girl was quite silly, really silly, whether genuine or pretending.

Silly indeed.

"I’m really smart."

Cecilia retorted, refusing to admit she was silly.

Anyway, she thought she was particularly clever.

"If you’re smart, get into Arkenfall University, and I’ll wait for you there."

Theo gently tapped Cecilia on the forehead and said warmly.

He wanted to wait for Cecilia to come to Arkenfall University, and then...

"Alright, you’ll have to help me with my luggage then."

"As my senior, you have to take good care of me."

Cecilia blinked playfully, her eyes filled with earnestness.

"Sure, definitely."

Theo said.

He hoped that if he moved her luggage in the future, it would be in a different capacity, not as a senior.

They chatted for a while longer and went shopping together, maintaining a brother-sister relationship.

Most of Cecilia’s weekends were spent with Theo, leaving Holly feeling quite unhappy.

"Cecilia, I feel like breaking up with you."

Holly muttered, still quite immature for her age.

"What’s up?"

Cecilia obviously didn’t understand what happened, looking completely puzzled.