Around 7 o'clock in the evening, Feiya and I were sitting on the sofa watching TV. Zhiye was in the kitchen preparing dinner. In fact, I wasn't really watching the TV, which happened to be one of Feiya's routine romantic dramas. She was completely absorbed in it, and I wanted to ask for her help with something.

"Feiya..." I called out to her tentatively.

But she didn't respond, still transfixed by the screen.

"Feiya," I raised my voice a bit, knowing that Zhiye wouldn't be able to hear me. But Feiya still didn't react. I had had enough. I picked up the remote and pressed the red button, and the TV screen went black.

"Huh? Did the power go out?" Feiya was a bit confused at first, looking around at the still-lit room. But then she noticed me holding the remote with my finger on the red button.

"Jerrry, why did you turn off the TV? It was just getting to the good part. Hurry and turn it back on, Jerry," Feiya said urgently.

I calmly put the remote control in my pocket and said, "Feiya, how could you ignore me like that?"

"What are you talking about?" Feiya still seemed completely unaware of what had just transpired.

"I called your name several times, but you were completely absorbed in the TV show."

"Sorry, Jerry. I got a bit carried away."

"You finally realize your mistake," I pretended to sound stern.

"Sorry, Jerry. Forgive me, please?"

I took out the remote control from my pocket and said, "Can I turn on the TV now?"

Feiya was still fixated on the remote in my hand and said, "Sure. But Jerry, what did you want help with earlier?"

"On the next Saturday, your school is holding a parent-teacher conference, right?"

"Did you agree to go with me to the parent-teacher conference?" Feiya suddenly looked very happy.

I shook my head apologetically and said, "No, but I was hoping you could ask Zhiye to attend in my place."

"Why? I don't understand," Feiya appeared curious.

"I have something else to do that day, and Zhiye always follows me around. It's hard for me to get things done."

"So you want to use the parent-teacher conference to distract Zhiye?" Feiya asked.

"Pretty much," I didn't deny it, but I didn't fully confirm it either.

"Will Zhiye agree? You're not even willing to go!" Feiya complained.

"Let's try and see. If you help me and we succeed, then I'll let you watch TV to your heart's content. I'll even agree to one request from you. How about that?" I proposed.

Feiya's eyes brightened at the prospect and she agreed immediately.

Just then, Zhiye finished cooking dinner and called us to the table. She had prepared several dishes that were full of vitamins.

"I hope it suits your taste, Jerry," she said.

"It's really delicious," I praised her generously.

"Zhiye, this meal is so delicious," Feiya chimed in.

"You should eat more if you like it," Zhiye urged.

"Mm," Feiya nodded. After a few more bites, I gave Feiya a look, and she knew it was time to make her request.

"Zhiye, I have a favor to ask," Feiya began.

"What is it?" Zhiye asked with a smile.

"Feiya wants to invite you to attend the parent-teacher conference next Saturday," Feiya said.

"Um...I'm not sure about that," Zhiye hesitated. But Feiya cut in quickly, "We need a parent to attend, and you look gentle and mature, so it shouldn't be a problem."

"Is it really feasible? Will it cause any trouble?" Zhiye had some reservations, but I couldn't help Fiya explain because it might make Zhiye suspicious. I felt powerless and a little anxious.

"It won't... Ujie isn't willing to go, so Zhiye sister is the only one who can help me. The parents' meeting is very important and all students' parents will attend," Fiya said.

"Alright, I promise to attend Fiya's parents' meeting," Zhiye agreed.

"Thank you, Zhiye sister," Fiya happily hugged Zhiye, and Zhiye gently stroked her hair.

It seemed that the plan to have Zhiye attend Fiya's parents' meeting was successful, and I was very excited, but I restrained myself from showing it. After we finished dinner as if nothing had happened, we sat on the sofa while Zhiye washed the dishes in the kitchen.

"Thank you, Fiya," I felt grateful.

"Fiya is happy to help Ujie brother, but he must keep his promise," Fiya said.

"Of course," I replied.

"Great! I can finally watch TV dramas without restraint," Fiya exclaimed. I was also extremely happy with the smooth progress of the plan, but I knew we needed to avoid any flaws before next Saturday. We couldn't let Zhiye have any doubts so that the plan could proceed smoothly.