You Xinran's so-called effective circle of friends is probably those with whom she can connect interests, mutual benefit type of friends.
Entering university essentially means stepping halfway into society.
The university social circle is quite different from that in high school…
Actually, many people feel that college friends and roommates don't seem as close as high school classmates.
In this semi-mature social class, people's hearts somewhat carry complexity and desire.
You Xinran, however, directly speaks this truthful fact.
What she means is seemingly pointed out the points in Huo Feng that she can exploit, and she wants to make use of them…
And in this cycle, Huo Feng's rise to fame is indeed due to her considerable efforts.
The mutual assistance she spoke of… probably so!
Anyway, Huo Feng agreed to her request.
You Xinran didn't say much more after mentioning the matter, possibly due to Pu Sangzhi's presence.
Anyway, once the matter was said, she left…
