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I quickly retracted my hand, feeling as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, only to turn around and find Li Xiu still standing quietly behind me
"No! What you saw was actually my fault, I accidentally fell..."
Well... this time, I must not mess things up
It's done! Tian Tian is really angry! What should I do?
It is a puddle of soapy water. If I hadn't reminded you, you would probably have fallen to the ground in a rather ungraceful manner... I touched my nose and walked forward, intending to wipe the soapy water clean
But after waiting for so long, why haven't the student union members arrived yet
Cough, cough! The teacher has instructed that a junior will come to replace us for cleaning, and that would be you! We will not hold your tardiness against you, but you must clean thoroughly, do you understand? The senior spoke with conviction, and before I could react, several people quickly ran away, leaving behind a mess.
Three thousand words
By the time it is discovered, it will already be too late
"Me? Are you talking about me?" I said, pointing at myself in confusion, "But I don't know you..."
It is probably my fault
Wait a moment! What is that thing in front of his feet?
What is most special is that at this moment, the sensation on my lips feels like my favorite strawberry pudding! I couldn't help but take a gentle bite, and surprisingly, it tasted quite good!
Here it comes
I sat motionless on the ground, twisting the cloth in my hand
As soon as I clearly saw what that "soft thing" beneath me actually was, it felt as if a bolt of heavenly thunder struck down precisely on my head
It is Li Xiu Yi! I have finally waited for him!
He spoke slowly, asking: "Is this considered clean?"
Well! One person is just one person, isn't this a better way to demonstrate my diligence and sincerity as a Western European?
Stay calm, you must stay calm! Xiyoulei, you need to hold back! If you provoke him again, everything will be over
I am waiting for you to check my labor results. Look, everywhere has been cleaned so thoroughly by me, even the glass is polished to such a shine... I almost ingratiatingly leaned in, fearing he would bring up old matters again
Immediately after, the teacher, whose complexion had turned dark and whose mood was evidently at its lowest, walked into the classroom with a gaze as sharp as a radar, directly looking at me, who was sitting dazed in my seat
My outstretched hand awkwardly halted in mid-air
What the teacher just said is ... ? ... Does the student council know? Is it the student council led by Li Xiuyi?
I await the arrival of excruciating pain
Then, as if he had remembered something, he quickly changed his expression and gently instructed the student council members behind him, "Leave this to me, you all go ahead first"
I looked around, and there was no one else in the classroom.
My heart has already risen to my throat
His cheeks were reddened to a degree that far surpassed that of a ripe apple, his brows furrowed so deeply that they could almost crush a fly, and a row of distinct bite marks suddenly appeared on his pale lips
I cautiously opened my eyes
I absolutely will not tell anyone about this, so you need not worry, haha, haha... it was just an accident, don't take it to heart..." I said meaningless words while backing away, trying to divert Li Xiu Yi's attention.
And here, you don't know how to clean up properly? Is it even worth my time to check this? Xilore..." Li pointed at the corner of the corridor, his eyes filled with deep amusement—an overtly mocking amusement, "Your intelligence is truly concerning..."
But... why did I not notice that there was also a small puddle of soapy water beneath my feet
It is clear that he is deliberately making things difficult
Ah, ah, ah! Yes, I am sorry! I scrambled to get up from him and jumped a few steps away.
Our ancestors taught us: perseverance leads to victory
"What are you doing sitting on the ground?" he asked condescendingly
However, it is not only Li Xiu who is serious; the members of the student council also wear solemn expressions, standing upright behind him. Many pairs of eyes are critically searching for the flaws left by the thorough cleaning, swiftly noting them down in their notebooks.
He merely paused for a second, turning back with impatience
I was so frightened that I jumped up from my seat. Joking aside, an eight-hundred-word essay is already overwhelming for me, let alone a full three-thousand-word reflection
What?
Do not be discouraged, you still have a chance, Xiyoulei
When I was preparing to deal with this witness with a fierce expression and actions, I discovered that this witness was actually Luo Tiantian, who had been standing here for an unknown amount of time.
Uncertain whether it was due to excessive anger or overwhelming shame, Li Xiu remained in the same position, lying motionless in the puddle of soapy water. His features were all scrunched together, and an intense aura of rage that seemed capable of tearing me apart surged from his entire being
Upon thinking of this, the previous gloom was dispelled, and I jumped out of the classroom like a rabbit, revealing a sunflower-like smile as I waved to the teacher: "Rest assured! I will definitely clean diligently! I will not let your expectations down!"
Li Xiu glanced at me coldly, casting a disdainful look at my masterpiece
The chaotic situation before me instantly made me feel overwhelmed.
However, in the moment he turned to face me, he transformed back into his eternally unchanging iceberg expression
I can only tightly shut my eyes, resigning myself to my misfortune
Please! Say something too!
However ... ...
Li Xiu Yi, who was behind me, had already stood up unsteadily. He covered his reddened cheek with one hand, yet his eyes shot out a cold light, standing there silently and indifferently, staring at me as I struggled to find the right words.
Is that so? Are there still onlookers? Did she see that scene just now? Should we consider "silencing witnesses"? ... If it really comes to it ...! ... I still have my 360-degree spinning kick!
Last night, when school was over, I had already informed everyone and assigned the tasks. Did you not listen to me carefully?" The teacher frowned in dissatisfaction, "Forget it! Quickly go get your cleaning tools to clean up, the student council will come to inspect in the next class, and if we do not pass..." She glared at me, "You will have to write a 3,000-word reflection!" "Forget it! Quickly go get your cleaning tools to clean up, the student council will come to inspect in the next class, and if we do not pass..." She glared at me, "You will have to write a 3,000-word reflection!"
Is this a second chance given to me by fate
Luo Tiantian's eyes, resembling sapphires, were gazing at us with tears welling up, her shoulders trembling gently. After a while, she finally uttered in a faint voice: "Orei, so it turns out you all..."
The classmates nearby all looked at me with sympathetic gazes, and one girl who seemed quite gossipy said to me slyly: "Classmate, you've been played; they are clearly shirking their responsibilities..."
I could no longer care about the so-called "Friendship Program" and rushed after Tian Tian like a gust of wind
I followed his gaze and unexpectedly saw a pile of white, crumpled paper
This ... ...
Hehe... I must seize this hard-won opportunity to bring kindness and joy to our dear friend, Chairman Li.
Is this the sound of my body slipping, or the sound of my self-esteem being lost
However, I bumped into something while walking backward
I will continue to work hard at cleaning. Looking at Li Xiu Yi's face, I forced a smile.
I could hardly believe it as I gripped the broom, my words coming out in a stutter: "So, I have to clean the entire corridor all by myself?"
The classmates are all busy with their own matters, and no one pays any attention to me, who is anxiously waiting. Only the occasional little bird that lands on the windowsill peeks in to greet me
Sigh... I let out a deep breath
Before I had the chance to explain clearly, I saw Li Xiu quicken his pace with a sense of glee, heading towards that pile of waste paper, and even took out his phone, seemingly intending to take a photo as evidence
Thus, when I returned to the classroom covered in weeds, I calmly took my seat despite the puzzled gazes of my classmates and teachers. However, just thinking about that utterly hopeless foolish appearance made me want to bang my head against the wall.
Was that just now... a strong kiss? He must be extremely embarrassed and furious right now, probably even wanting to lock me up
The gossip girl nodded in sympathy.
Because he accidentally stepped into that puddle of soapy water
As he spoke, he pointed to a piece of glass beside him that looked shiny and sparkling
"Nothing is right here," he raised his eyebrows, "there are clear fingerprints and dust."
Alas! Is serving tea and water the only option available? But wouldn't that seem too lowly? ... Moreover ...! ... There certainly isn't a lack of such girls around Li Xiu Yi, right!
Oh? It seems that I have fallen onto something soft
Damn
There are several adhesive bandages on his face
Oh heavens! Can you make me even more unfortunate?
However ... ... wait a moment ... ...
This item is not only soft but also very warm, and it even has a faint scent of gardenia that unexpectedly lingers gently at the tip of my nose
I angrily grasped the rag and scrubbed vigorously on the filthy windowsill
This ...? ... Is this what I just bit into?! No way!
Luo Tiantian first looked at him with anticipation, but seeing that he did not even cast a glance in her direction, the tears in her eyes gathered even more.
It turns out... it is Li Xiu Yi!
I confidently hopped down the corridor with a broom and cleaning solution in hand, and from a distance, I saw several classmates cleaning. They were wiping the dust off the windowsills with little energy and even less sincerity
"Spring cleaning?" I asked in confusion
Li Xiu stared at me as I fell towards him, instinctively reaching out his hand to support me, but it seemed he had miscalculated
"Li Xiu Yi, be careful of your steps..." I weakly uttered.
What exactly is this
Finally, it seemed that she could no longer bear it, constantly murmuring, "You are all deceiving me, all deceiving me!" Then she quickly ran away.
You asked, when will he be able to come? I have already tidied up the corridor thoroughly... Out of sheer boredom, I can only chat with the little birds
"Xiyoulei, what are you daydreaming about sitting there?" The teacher who walked past me curiously tapped my desk, "The classmates are all actively cleaning up, why are you sitting still?"
What to be careful of
Just as I was unleashing my rich imagination, the sound of high heels tapping against the floor echoed through the corridor
Senior Xiu, are you here to inspect the work? It must be really hard work!
The only flaw may be that
Wouldn't it hurt terribly to fall like this? Moreover, landing face down, could it lead to disfigurement?
What is that?" Li Xiu raised his chin slightly to the left front.
Walking at the forefront, Li Xiu was distinctly different from them. The previous sportswear had been replaced with a pristine white shirt, and a black suit jacket was casually draped over his arm. His sharply defined features were outlined by the brilliant sunlight, creating smooth lines, while his dark hair fell softly and voluminously across his forehead. In such contrast, even the sunlight seemed to lose its original brightness
I bounced up like a ball and looked in the direction of the sound
Oh? He answered absentmindedly, continuing to walk forward, his eyes carefully fixed on corners that he would normally never pay attention to.
There are absolutely no fingerprints or dust at all
At that moment, I, who had been waiting for an eternity, heard the voices of several female classmates filled with sincerity, admiration, and reverence
The little bird that could not understand what I was saying merely tilted its head, then flapped its wings and flew away
Where? Is there something wrong? I observe carefully
and it becomes uncontrollable
In the bustling corridor, I occasionally glance around, hoping to catch a glimpse of the figure I am waiting for
Creaking
One of the senior students inadvertently caught sight of me holding cleaning tools, his eyes lit up, yet he approached with a stern expression and reprimanded me with great authority: "Why did you only come now!"
Damn it ... I messed up again ...
I continued to diligently flip through my notebook, attempting to find a glimmer of inspiration from it, yet I still could not find any perfect ideas