Falling Dreams, Rising Hopes: Saving Mr. Boyfriend

Mei Qingyang ended up sleeping for more than 12 hours in the secret base since she was so exhausted after the fight. The three guys and Fan Ruyi decided not to disturb her and let her enjoy the peace. They needed to get out of there because of their busy lives but left Yu Bufan to look after her.

Yu Bufan being the most trustworthy man under Yu Tian, everyone was relieved to leave her under his care. He was adept at cooking as well as possessed intermediate medical skills. If, by any chance, Mei Qingyang needed any medical attention, he was there to help her.

It was the first time Mei Qingyang had a deep sleep after coming to this school. The reason was simple, there were no cameras. And no way for anyone to spy on her. There were only a few people outside whom she at least half trusted. And so, next day when she woke up at 4 a.m., she realized what a mistake she had committed sleeping there.

She had been taking all precautions since the beginning. She had been programming the CCTV cameras in the whole school before leaving her room everyday, showing a fake video of hers returning to her room at night. This was just in case she had to stay late night for her research. To anyone who was monitoring her via cameras only would feel like she was heading to her room in time.

She spent about a day making this program because she had to make sure that each camera corresponded to correct timing. She also had to make sure that she had complete video footage of hers from her college classroom to her being in home in one dress. If not, she would be caught immediately. It took her so much effort and time to just find one day worth of film of hers.

Thanks to Yu Rong, who was paying her extra attention, it became much easier. Otherwise she would have had to create and edit footages of herself which would have consumed more time. She took it next level to add a few clips of hers cooking in kitchen of her room and sleeping peacefully afterwards, just to cover all her basis.

She would stop this program if she arrived at her abode in time. She could only use this tactic so many times, not to arouse suspicion around. But if Yu Rong found out in any way that she was not in her room last night, that would be a trouble. Not only it would affect her budding relationship with these four people, it would also reveal her hacker skills. She had already put herself in danger with her martial arts skills.

She had triggered the same program on before leaving for college yesterday. It did come handy because she had not returned to her room at all last night. This was the first time after she programmed the system, that she really had to use it. Although she had absolute confidence in her skills, she was still nervous about it. She could not really wait to see the results of her one day worth of hard work.

She went out of the room, all groggy after waking up. It was too early for anyone to be awake, so she was really surprised that Yu Bufan was standing outside her door, awaiting her orders, if any. As soon as he saw her, he bowed towards her.

Yu Bufan was a quiet guy, executing Yu Tian's orders to the T. Mei Qingyang had not heard his voice at all till now. She was curious to discover the personality of this guy as well. By now, she had gotten quite some idea about the four people who formed the legendary group of the school. She had also come to know that Fan Ruyi's family's status was at par with the three guys, her wealth made her family fourth in the order perhaps.

But she had also gotten to know that for a lot of rich brats in this school, their servants were the actual hidden brains behind them. The poor kids had grown up in hardsh.i.p.s and understood life better than their rich masters, who only knew how to enjoy luxury.

She was 99% sure that this Yu Bufan could be more intelligent and smarter than any of the four people. Of course, she was not discrediting any of the achievements of the four people to their servants. But it was always useful to keep gifted people around them, and the pinnacle of riches in the school should be expert in doing so. Of course, Mei Qingyang had no idea about Yu Bufan being a double agent for Yu Tian.

"Mr. Yu, I would like to go back to my room, as discreetly as possible at that.", she urged the butler, who had no hint of tiredness on his face despite looking like he had not had any sleep at all. "I assume everyone else returned back."

"Ms. Mei, you are correct. The bosses had to return for their works. Master Yu and Ms. Fan did have plans to come back here but they were caught up with something. I shall take you out of the exit that is nearest to your building. I reckon that would be most convenient to you?", a very authoritative but calm voice came out of this gentleman. He did not look more than 25 years old, but his voice felt like he was in his mid-thirties.

"Oh, we have more entrances and exits to this place? I had thought I would need to leave from library. The chances of me being discovered would have increased greatly. Yes please, I would like to use the exit you recommended then.", Mei Qingyang was delighted to hear the news. It would be so easy for her to reach her room now.

"Would you like to have a shower before leaving? Ms. Fan has prepared a few dresses for you. All of the other supplies are in the bathroom as well.". Yu Bufan was not using overly respectful tone for her but not very rude either. He obviously did not want to offend someone his master was interested in. He was actually happy for his master had finally found someone. But he was still not sure of this girl's intentions.

There had been so many incidents in the past when girls from noble families had approached his master, just for the sake of his fame and wealth. It not only broke his and his master's heart, it worsened Yu Tian's fear of touch too. After trying to go out with two girls, who were set up by Yu Rong for him, he had realized, they were not interested in him that much. Of course, Yu Tian's good looks had warranted that any girl would fall for him. But the ulterior motives behind their approach put them off. This girl did not really behave like the other girls at all. She was rather cold to his master most often. But it could be an act too.

"I'm sorry Mr. Yu, that would not be possible. It's almost sunrise and students will start with their exercise regimes. I do not want anyone to notice me.", Mei Qingyang was resolute in her decision. She just needed to get the hell out of here and reach her room. She had more pressing things she needed to evaluate.

Yu Bufan analyzed her statement and nodded, "Very well, please come this way.", he pointed towards one of the empty bedrooms in the house.

He took out his cellphone and pressed a button. The door that looked like the door to a closet opened up and showed stairs going upwards. *Damn these rich people. Such interesting dynamics of the building.*

They were out of the place within few minutes.

"I hope I do not need to remind you to keep this place a secret. Upon master's approval and once we tell you about all the entrances and exits to the place, we might give you access to it. Then, I would not escort you back.", Yu Bufan bowed politely once again.

"Ah! Mr. Yu, thank you very much for taking care of me. I have nothing to thank you with, but if you ever need any help and it is something that I am able to do, please do let me know. Although I know that I am not that capable, but please.", Mei Qingyang returned the bow as well.

"Yes, Ms. Mei. I will keep that in mind.", Yu Bufan's sharp features softened a bit after hearing her words. So, at least she knew how to express her gratitude huh. Not bad. This girl did have a knack to reach people's hearts somehow.

Mei Qingyang hurried back to her room. He program was still in effect and while she was heading towards her room, the cameras were showing the hallways as empty to whoever was monitoring the feed from the cameras. The only thing she had now to be wary of was encountering any person in the hallway. Thankfully it went smoothly and she reached her room without any hiccups. While she was thanking her stars, imagine her surprise when she saw an envelope laying neatly before her room's entrance.

She opened it in haste and her face darkened. It read "Be present at Yu Rong's office today at 9 am."