Chapter 7, the budding of every romance is a mix of melodrama and ambiguity

Because I only live in the present and never think about tomorrow, this drives my mother crazy

The person who appears quite normal in front of me is actually just a carefree child of ten who loves to play and have fun. How can she go wild and act recklessly with a ten-year-old boy? She is an adult; she has responsibilities, and even though it can be tiring, she still wants to bear them

He did not mind that the kid had punched him, and with a mischievous smile, he walked over and asked, "Do you smoke?"

"Don't cry..." Tang Yue sighed, as she really was not good at comforting girls. "It's just two teeth, isn't it?"

Mingzhe looked into her eyes and smiled slightly, "Are you happy?"

Tong Xiaotong suddenly fell silent, as if she was not so happy; the things that everyone strives to pursue seem to be forever out of reach

Once again, I am running, as if I could completely escape

Liu Jing is about to go crazy

When she was younger, she dreamed of a scene where someone could hold her hand and walk with her endlessly, whether it be through an abyss, hell, nightmares, or tragedies; as long as that person did not let go of her hand, she could walk through fire and brimstone with a smile.

"Why is that? Is it really so easy to be a flight attendant?" Tong Xiaotong scoffed, starting to tear open the packaging of the biscuit. "If it's that easy, then why is everyone trying so hard to get in here?"

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So embarrassing, Liu Jing stared at the floor, hoping to find an ant hole to crawl into. Did she owe him something from her past life, or what? In the few days since she met him, she had revealed all the embarrassing moments of her past eight lifetimes. This person's existence was like a dazzling mirror, allowing her to see her own distorted self.

Xiaotong wanted to say something, but Mingzhe's figure had already disappeared into a patch of greenery, coming and going like a gust of wind. She looked at her empty hands, bent down, and tightly held those snacks in her arms. Everyone had left, and only she remained in place

But where can one escape to

Many people in this world are born with imperfections. Those with all their limbs intact may complain about their families not being wealthy, while the greatest wish of those sitting in wheelchairs is simply to be able to stand and walk out to a park. Many do not realize that possessing certain things is a form of happiness. The wishes of many people in this world are so humble that they merely wish to stand up or to fill their stomachs when they are hungry.

Hiring you to do the work is sufficient. Although she is not as wealthy as Tong Xiaotong's family, her family is also part of the upper-middle class

Well, it is good that you can think this way; everyone who wishes to live happily must learn to find a sense of balance

In the afternoon, during the standing posture practice, Liu Jing felt her legs weaken from hunger, while Tong Xiaotong had completely zoned out. The training room was enveloped in silence, with everyone silently persevering. No one wanted to waste their time outside again, even if their legs felt broken, their necks stiffened, and sweat trembled on their eyelashes, they remained silent.

Mingzhe was contemplating whether or not to give that arrogant little brat a good beating

"It's true, my mother says I am very handsome. On the plane, all I need to do is smile at the customers, just like this." Mingzhe squinted his eyes, revealing eight exquisitely shell-like teeth, a dazzling sight that could make him a spokesperson for a dental clinic

A hen takes 21 days to hatch chicks. Besides love, patience is also of utmost importance. If one cannot persevere, the half-hatched chicks will lose warmth and will not survive until the moment of breaking the shell

Mingzhe took off his large headphones and, adopting a negotiating posture, said to him, "With so many boys in the class, why do you come to me for this kind of thing?"

Wow, that's just like me. I never think about tomorrow's matters; as long as today is happy, that's all that matters. Why worry so much

"What do you understand! You are an idiot, do you know that? You don't have to think about anything, but I am a normal person. Do you know how hard it is for normal people!" Tong Xiaotong suddenly shouted in anger, "What you are doing is harming me, dragging me down!"

How can that be acceptable? You first took my first kiss, then ate my food, and now you've knocked out two of my teeth. If I don't pay attention to you, who should I pay attention to?

Mingzhe smiled and said, "When you are feeling unhappy, think about the people in this world who are worse off than you, or listen to the unfortunate events that have happened to your friends recently. You will feel, 'Wow, they are even more unfortunate than I am; I should try to be more open-minded.' This way, you can always find the strength to keep going."

Tong Xiaotong was taken aback, "The moral education in elementary school teaches us to have compassion..." She suddenly found herself unable to continue, as it seemed that what this person said was completely correct. Mingzhe stretched lazily and began to shove the messy items into his backpack, "... Oh right, let me take you to skip class. I found an unlocked door in the woods behind the school that leads directly outside."

"What a good baby." Ma Fen chuckled, "PSP2000, huh? Hey, the 3000 model is already out, why are you still using this old version?"

Except for Zhao Ke, who was ill, and Li Er, who went to take care of her, the entire class surprisingly managed to hold on.

Tong Xiaotong looked at him in confusion

The girl who had braved through the hail of bullets for the first time felt a sense of fear, for this time she was not risking her own life, but that of Tong Xiaotong. She had solemnly promised her father to ensure her safety, and there were others waiting for that child to return

She once thought that the person who patiently waited for her was Fenfen, but Tong Xiaotong is not two years old; she is already twenty and understands that in this world, apart from her father, no one will unconditionally accept her

This Tang Yue is quite mysterious, the places her fingertips glide over seem to catch fire, she lowers her head and dares not look at him, her heart is in disarray, why does he smile like that... it makes it seem as if he really likes her... no, what is she thinking?

What are you doing

Where to skip class

Suddenly, Mingzhe grabbed Tong Xiaotong's hand and pulled her forcefully, "Run quickly!"

After speaking, Tang Yue happily walked towards the cafeteria with her hands in her pockets, whistling. After taking a few steps, she turned back and said: "Oh right, I just saw Tong Xiaotong heading back to the dormitory, how outrageous, how can she not attend class properly? ... ... Oh, and you two, just wait for your punishment." With a beautiful smile, Tang Yue walked away.

See you at the entrance of Xidan Library at 5 PM on the weekend

It is akin to gambling; encountering someone who cherishes you can lead to redemption, while meeting someone who attempts to shatter your shell to see what kind of fool you truly are may lead to your demise

He reached out to tuck a strand of hair that had fallen on her face behind her ear. Looking at her suddenly stiff yet obediently unmoving face, he smiled slightly and said, "You should try to relax your nerves a bit, and not always look so burdened with worries. A girl should smile to be charming."

The girl is kneeling on the ground, tears rolling down from her hollow eyes

Tong Xiaotong was not polite either, as she downed half a bottle in one go, "Is there anything to eat?"

You have not harmed anyone, so what does it matter

"What are you doing here? What are you doing behind me?" Liu Jing hurriedly climbed down from him, flustered as she tried to help him up

Why is this happening? Could it be that a fever in childhood damaged my brain?

When she was younger, she dreamed of a scene where there was someone who could hold her hand and walk with her endlessly, whether it be through the abyss, hell, nightmares, or tragedies. As long as that person did not let go of her hand, she believed she could walk through any hardship with a smile.

The confiscation of "Mao Chunhua's teaching stick" was accompanied by a loud "bang" as it was thrown against the wall, creating a strong sense of intimidation

Of course, it must be cute. Tang Yue said slowly, "I am very curious, with you being so fierce, how can your boyfriend stand you?"

Alright, alright, I understand, are you really only 10 years old?

When she could not find an ant hole and wanted to find a piece of tofu to smash it, a blue checkered handkerchief was handed to her.

That smiling face and those affectionate eyes exploded in Liu Jing's mind, making it difficult to breathe, as if she were experiencing the feeling of food poisoning in the deep mountains, fearing she might have a heart attack, wondering how her heart could be racing so fast

It is also wrong for the person to smash him into a complete paralysis, as it prevents him from wandering around outside and disturbing the city's appearance

To what extent can a person's heart be frozen? A heart wrapped in money and affection gradually becomes numb; what temperature is required to awaken it

Isn't that very inhumane

He and she exchanged at least over 500 private messages, watching her slowly crawl out of her shell, her fragile yet adorable appearance revealing the deepest joys and sorrows of her soul to him

Mingzhe couldn't help but curl his lips into a smile, quietly walking to the side to find his backpack and taking out a pack of crispy noodles to tuck into his pocket. Tong Xiaotong was sitting on the ground rubbing her ankle, and Mingzhe gently pulled her arm and whispered, "Do you want some? It's really delicious, chocolate flavor."

Mingzhe turned to the side and said earnestly: "My mother says my psychological age is only 10 years old, that I am single-minded and too naive and simple. I asked my mother what I could do, and she said I could only become a flight attendant."

"Are you thirsty? This is juice made from orange pulp, would you like some?" Mingzhe took a can of juice out of his bag

So what flows out of your eyes is mineral water

Tong Xiaotong was pulled by Ming Zhe all the way to the edge of the forest. Suddenly, she forcefully shook off his hand and said, "I am not going, I don't want to play anymore, I am not in the mood"

It is acceptable

Do not smoke

She once thought that person was Fenfen, she was willful and spoiled, constantly testing, like a child taken to the extreme in her temper. However, Fenfen said no matter what you do, I will never leave you, because I love you

He held a PSP, with the music of Bandari playing through his large headphones, a bloody battle juxtaposed with ethereal and pure soul music, akin to the combination of fried dough sticks and coffee, which seemed excessively fragmented. A person can be divided. The external manifestations and the inner self can be as contrasting as a volcano and a glacier; beings lacking a sense of security often possess a thick shell, and no one dares to expose their softest parts to the sunlight.

He raised his hands in surrender, truly exasperated by this odd and quirky young man. "Okay, whatever! You really don't know how to chat. How about this, let's be straightforward: if you can do it, name your price; if not, I'll find someone else."

Mingzhe saw a soul that was tightly bound and struggling incessantly. Mingzhe emptied all the snacks from his bag onto the ground, indicating that they were left for her to eat

Xiao Tong was still confused about the situation when Ming Zhe pulled her, and she followed him out in a daze. The spacious corridor was filled with golden light. First, she was exhausted from physical exertion, and then she felt faint from hunger. Illusions appeared before Tong Xiao Tong's eyes, the boy's short black hair at the back of his head, and the warmth transmitted from the hand that was firmly holding hers, as if placing her in a dreamlike state reminiscent of her youthful days.

The iron door behind him was kicked open with a bang. Just as the saying goes, when you mention Cao Cao, Cao Cao arrives. The insufferable crooked-mouthed horse rushed up to the rooftop to sneak a smoke. Upon seeing Mingzhe sitting alone here, looking foolish yet decent, he seemed quite capable of deceiving others. A bold thought suddenly emerged in his mind.

Fifty thousand yuan?! Her eyes were about to pop out in indignation. "Are you kidding me? It's just asking her to agree to a date, not to have you manage her for a lifetime. Is it really necessary to be this expensive?"

Sometimes, those who appear overly complex are, in fact, pitiably simple; those who seem to possess everything find that when they open their fingers, they cannot even feel the wind.

She crouched on the ground, holding her chest, thinking that something must be seriously wrong with her

It's all good, I just really enjoy snacking. Mingzhe popped a lemon-flavored candy into his mouth, lay back with his legs crossed, squinting his eyes comfortably while basking in the sun. For me, eating and sunbathing are the happiest things.

Mingzhe turned around with a face full of disdain, as if the person standing before him was not a human being, but rather a massive, invincible solidified fart. "You are just a fart; why should I ask for your reasons?" Just before Ma Fen's face twisted into a scene of a car accident, he turned and left.

So why do you want to become a flight attendant

Mingzhe pressed his lips together and asked, "Are you very wealthy?"

As Liu Jing curled up, a dry twig snapped underfoot with a "crack". She seized the outstretched hand, executed a shoulder throw, and landed a solid punch on the face of the newcomer. Tang Yue let out a muffled groan, covering her mouth, her brows furrowed in pain.

It is more or less the same. The kind of persistence in certain aspects is truly something that only a ten-year-old would possess

He said with indignation and curiosity: "Aren't you going to ask me why I want you to do this?"

Well... Tang Yue lifted her eyelids and looked at her with ill intentions, saying, "You owe me, so I have the final say. If you haven't thought it through, then you haven't thought it through."

Do you think Tong Xiaotong is beautiful

Well, it would be better if you don't pay attention to me in the future

This person seems to be desperately trying to take her to the warmest place possible

Give, ensure it has not been used

... ... boring

Mingzhe sat on the rooftop, squinting his eyes under the blazing sun. Below, on the playground, other classes were having physical education lessons. In the distance, the mountains rose in layers, shrouded in thick mist, stretching endlessly out of sight.

Tang Yue suddenly burst into laughter, "You can also stop the bleeding; it seems you are a habitual offender"

Mingzhe nodded slightly, packing his large bag in preparation to leave the rooftop

"We have never fought, only you have been defeated by me," Mingzhe said coldly

Wow, are you Doraemon

Mingzhe looked at him with curiosity, unsure whether he was being beaten or what was happening

Even knowing this, she still has questions about why this is the case

Tang Yue stopped her with his hand and said vaguely, "Don't come over..." Liu Jing stood stiffly at a distance, unsure of what to do, watching him extend his hand with two bloodied teeth held out in front of her

Whatever, I have five hundred yuan on me anyway, it's just worthless money, I am going to spend it all today

Mao Chunhua, with keen eyes and quick hands, noticed Xiaotong stuffing instant noodles into her mouth. "There is a ten-minute break between classes. Who allowed you to eat? How dare you bring snacks from outside? Don't you remember the school rules? Besides the food provided by the school, you are not allowed to consume anything other than plain water during meal times"

At this moment, Tong Xiaotong can feel the sunlight shimmering on her eyelashes, the wind brushing past her ears, the warmth in her palms, and her heartbeat like a drum.

Liu Jing was taken aback for a moment, then accepted it, "... ... Thank you." After a pause, she asked, "Do you want me to help you stop the bleeding ... ... "

"It's nothing, it's just that I have a poor memory," Tang Yue said softly, lowering her long eyelashes.

Let Tong Xiaotong disappear right under her nose, her frustration and self-blame are simply beyond description. What if something happened to Tong Xiaotong? This thought caused her to lose her composure, and after running two laps around the school with no results, she directly sat on a bench by the woods, hugging her legs and trembling.

But she is very hungry, and Xiaojing is also very hungry. Mingzhe turned his head and said, "Xiaojing, come and eat too."

Mingzhe, Wei Mingzhe

Ma Fen held his breath in frustration, nearly spitting blood; he truly is a fool who has never seen money

Tang Yue felt a sense of dread in his heart, absolutely unwilling to reveal that these two dentures were deliberately placed in his mouth just to receive her punch. She truly did not disappoint him

Ah? Cute? No need, I do not require cuteness

The estrangement and indifference on her face evoked a strange emotion in Liu Jing, her eyes felt sore and swollen, as if something was about to burst forth. Throughout her life, she had never encountered a man who was not afraid of her. Because she could not accept a man approaching her; the moment that masculine aura drew near, her entire body would emit signals of attack. This was a reaction that made her instructor very proud, a result of years of training—this vigilance allowed her to minimize the casualty rate on the battlefield.

For Liu Jing, all problems that can be solved with a fist are not problems at all. Her round eyes, filled with tears, stared at people with a sense of grievance, as if she possessed immense strength but was softly hitting against cotton.

She opened her mouth and said, "... ... I'm sorry"

Liu Jing was extremely annoyed and just wanted to escape far away, "So have you figured out what you want me to do or not?"

Xiao Tong sighed, "I feel that even those with intellectual disabilities are so happy. There are so many people in this world who are worse off than I am. If I don't radiate a bit of sunshine, it would be too unfair to society."

Mingzhe held Xiaotong's hand and said with a smile, "Do you know why I don't think about tomorrow's matters? Because, you see, we will know about tomorrow's matters the day after tomorrow, so why bother? As long as we are happy, that's all that matters!"

"You look quite good. Tong Xiaotong likes handsome guys; otherwise, she wouldn't cling to me so persistently." Ma Fen indulged in a moment of self-importance, feeling that having a girl crying and shouting to be with you didn't seem so unpleasant after all. He shook his head, dismissing Tong Xiaotong's face from his mind, and said seriously, "Moreover, we wouldn't have met if it weren't for the fight. Since there is money to be made, of course, it will be given to you"

I mean five hundred

Only then did she take a serious look at the boy's face, which was quite cute, with fair skin and a pair of shallow dimples when he smiled. Tong Xiaotong sat cross-legged, examining where else he could hide things on his body, and only after he sat down did she ask: "Is that all there is?"

Tong Xiaotong found this boy very interesting and propped her chin up, asking: "By the way, you pulled me out like this, but I still don't know your name."

It is unclear why Tang Yue takes great pleasure in cornering her, eagerly anticipating the expression beyond indifference that she reveals, as if he were exhilarated by a spring drug. He had never realized that he possessed such a malicious side deep within him, a malice so profound that he hardly recognized himself.

But... what does this feeling mean? It is such a strange sensation that makes her feel as if she is regressing

However, he really regrets it; you love to play, and now you've gone too far, haven't you

Tong Xiaotong widened her eyes and exclaimed, "Ah, we will suffer terribly for skipping class tomorrow."

Mingzhe thought for a moment and extended five fingers

Oh..." Tang Yue leaned in close to her face with narrowed eyes, "So you no longer have a boyfriend?"

Mingzhe emptied everything from his bag, including instant noodles, chocolate, bear-shaped biscuits, a game console, and an MP4 player. After emptying the bag, he stood up and took out all the bread and sunflower seeds from his pockets, laying them out in a complete array.

"What a miracle." As Qing Tian finished speaking, she heard Tong Xiao Tong's stomach rumble in response, followed by Liu Jing's stomach. The two carefree girls were initially confused, exchanging glances for a moment, before simultaneously pointing at each other and bursting into laughter

Well, since you don't mind, how about we make a deal? You pursue Tong Xiaotong and win her over. How much will it cost? You set the price.

Liu Jing's face suddenly flushed red; she stood up and walked away, but her wrist was suddenly pulled back by Tang Yue from behind

Mingzhe said: "What you are doing now at school is merely a waste of time."

Mingzhe thought for a moment and took out two lollipops from the hat behind him, "Do you want lemon or strawberry?"

"What are you daydreaming about?" Mingzhe asked

Liu Jing was taken aback and hurriedly turned her face away, wiping it haphazardly, "What nonsense are you talking about? I have never cried from childhood to adulthood."

On the terrace of the teaching building, they lay on the warm concrete roof, panting heavily. For a long time, Tong Xiaotong was lost in thought, not wanting to speak, quiet as if she were another person

Alright, then I will go by myself, goodbye