308 - I Don’t Want to Be Turned Into the Female Protagonist by the System

## Chapter 308: Patted on the Head Again Early morning, or rather, not so early. Xiao Xiao gradually woke up in a room filled with a pink Hello Kitty princess theme. Stretching her limbs, she realized that last night she had slept particularly well, the kind of sweet sleep she hadn't had in a long time. Xiao Xiao thought perhaps Teacher Su patting her head played a significant role. She even dreamed of the gentle teacher while sleeping, just like she does while attending her evening self-study sessions, fully attentive next to a large book. Even though there were no special movements, it gave Xiao Xiao a sense of peace. Thinking about seeing Teacher Su later made Xiao Xiao look forward to her school day with excitement. After such thoughts flickered through her mind, she glanced at the anime clock hanging on the wall. Seeing the hands pointing to eight, Xiao Xiao was momentarily stunned. Was she late? She rubbed her eyes with her soft, delicate hands and looked again at the clock. Yes, it was still eight; she was indeed late. Xiao Xiao's face was naturally cherubic. With full cheeks and a round jawline, her round eyes and small, prominent nose radiated a panic-stricken expression akin to a harmless little animal. Aunt Zhao, the maid at the door, heard the commotion in the room. After knocking and entering, she saw a somewhat flustered Xiao Xiao. With a bit of urgency, Aunt Zhao supported Xiao Xiao, worried she might be unwell, and asked: "Xiao Xiao, what's wrong? Are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere?" Shaking her head, Xiao Xiao took a couple of breaths before softly saying, "Good morning, Aunt Zhao. I'm, I'm going to be late." Seeing the little girl shake her head, Aunt Zhao felt relieved. She had been working at Xiao Xiao's home for over a year. She always felt a lot of empathy for this little girl. A child so understanding, adorable, and considerate, yet she had to suffer from a respiratory disorder syndrome. Aunt Zhao recalled overhearing a conversation between Xiao Xiao's parents. When Xiao Xiao’s mother mentioned this rare disease having no cure domestically or internationally and that Xiao Xiao might only live to 25 at best, Aunt Zhao's affection for the girl deepened. It was due to Xiao Xiao’s condition that her parents sought medical advice far and wide. But all they received were suggestions to alleviate the symptoms through medication. Despite the Xiao family’s wealth, they cannot save Xiao Xiao’s life. At this moment, Xiao Xiao's father heard her voice and hurried over. Seeing that his daughter showed no signs of discomfort, he sighed with relief. Then his daughter said: "Dad, let's hurry; we're going to be late for school." With those words, she put on her pink bunny slippers, a gift from her mother, and dashed towards the bathroom. Watching his daughter’s animated movements, Xiao Jinyu felt a bit nervous but more so curious. His daughter usually showed some resistance towards school and was often late; what made her so anxious today? Seeing his adorable daughter diligently brushing her teeth and spitting out toothpaste foam, Xiao Jinyu felt a wave of tenderness. He checked Xiao Xiao's backpack to ensure she had her medication and to see if she was taking it regularly. He kept an eye on the candies, too, knowing his daughter hated bitterness. Without them, she would likely frown. After confirming everything, Xiao Xiao finished washing up and changed clothes in the bathroom. Xiao Xiao then joined Xiao Jinyu at the breakfast table. Watching his daughter stuff her cheeks like a little hamster, Xiao Jinyu, afraid she might choke, hastily said, "Slow down, no rush, Xiao Xiao." She nodded, acknowledging his advice, then stuffed the last bite of her meal into her mouth. She feared that if they arrived late, Teacher Su might dislike her. Her fondness for Teacher Su was genuine. Before she had even swallowed, Xiao Xiao quickly swung her backpack onto her shoulder. Xiao Jinyu had already eaten and watched his daughter’s anxious demeanor. He intended to ask her during the car ride what was going on. As the car drove off, Xiao Jinyu learned from his daughter that the head teacher of class 212 had been replaced by another teacher. His daughter mentioned that the new teacher was named Su and was only two years older than her. From her words, he could tell she liked this new teacher very much. But being a teacher at 20? This school might be too whimsical. Moreover, shouldn’t the school inform the parents about changing the head teacher? Just as he thought about inquiring at school, his daughter mentioned there would be a parent-teacher meeting at 8 p.m. tonight. Still, for peace of mind, he decided to check it out later! When Xiao Xiao finally arrived in class, it was already 8:40. She missed not only the morning session but also the first class. When the biology teacher finished the class and stepped out, she spotted Xiao Xiao. Recognizing her as a student from class 212, she didn’t comment much. "Don’t be late next time," she gently reminded before leaving. Sitting beside Xiao Xiao, Su Qi was aware of her condition. At this moment, Su Qi was a bit worried, to the point where even her interest in her stock trading book waned. She refrained from calling since she too had once been in high school. She had her own experiences of oversleeping for morning studies, opting to attend after the first class, when teachers typically wouldn’t notice. But if you miss the second session as well, you’re likely to catch the head teacher's attention. Observing the biology teacher leaving with her books, Su Qi thought about contacting Xiao Xiao’s parents if she didn’t arrive soon to check what was happening! Just then, Su Qi felt a gaze from the doorway. Looking over, she saw Xiao Xiao peeking in from behind the door, peering timidly at her. Seeing Xiao Xiao was alright, Su Qi felt relieved. She smiled at Xiao Xiao, who then anxiously walked over. Her hands were clasped together like a student who made a mistake, her head lowered deeply. "Teacher Su, I'm sorry for being late today." Since Su Qi was seated, she could carefully observe Xiao Xiao. Her cherubic face was indeed very endearing, sparking a desire to pamper and tease. But recalling Xiao Xiao’s slightly introverted nature, Su Qi refrained from teasing her. Gently shifting her body, she allowed Xiao Xiao to settle into her seat. Su Qi then placed her hand on Xiao Xiao’s silky hair, softly stroking it as she tenderly whispered: "I’ll give you my phone number. If you can’t wake up, please contact Teacher Su in advance next time, or else I’ll be worried." Hearing Su Qi's words filled with genuine concern warmed Xiao Xiao’s heart; combined with the soft caresses on her hair, it made her feel secure. It felt like a dream come true—being patted on the head again! Outside the door, Xiao Jinyu watched his daughter being treated with such kindness, her lips curled into a slight smile, which also brought him joy. Initially, he had some reservations about the 20-year-old head teacher, but he was relieved now. After all, his daughter's happiness is more important than academic success! **Note: If you enjoy this book, remember to add it to your bookshelf to avoid losing it next time.**