In fact, what Ye Manman said wasn't nearly as gentle, and there's no way words about harmonious classmates would come out of her mouth.
Liao Yonghe genuinely wanted to ease the relationship between these two top students, so he added a bit of embellishment.
To say nothing else, if their relationship could be eased a bit, and if Ji Bowen's grades improved, it was as if he had secured two solid connections at once.
Even if Ye Manman shifts her focus after having a child in the future, his main connection would be stronger, so no matter what, there's no harm in smoothing out their relationship for Liao Yonghe, and it's highly beneficial.
But when he said these words, not only did they not have a good effect, Ji Bowen's face turned even darker.
He slightly turned his head, gritting his teeth and asked in a low voice, "Are you saying that I need her to improve my grades? Do you also think I'm not as good as her?"
