The Cost of Falling for You.

Summary

After a phone call with Liu Xia, the narrator refrains from further contact, yet finds joy in spending time with Little Ye, who is heartbroken over a crush. The narrator supports him, covering expenses and feeling a sense of success. As school resumes, interactions with Liu Xia become more confident, despite their limited opportunities. A cleaning duty leads to an awkward yet revealing conversation with Little Fang, who expresses interest in going home together, but it turns out she has a crush on someone else. This realization brings relief to the narrator, who reflects on personal growth and the complexities of young love, feeling encouraged by Fang's situation.

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