Chapter 2

Zhou Yan seemed to hear the desperate cries for help from the model and couldn't help but roar: "Miss! The path beside you is so wide, how could you possibly kick it?!"

On the night before the exam, the two of them arrived at their destination stealthily. It was only then that Ji Xiang realized he had been deceived; the security guard had not given him the key to the machine room, but rather to the adjacent one. They needed to climb through the window to get into the microcomputer room

Song Shijia never doubted Ji Xiang's cunning and sly abilities, so she clutched that answer key and studied for three days and three nights. Unexpectedly, the person who leaked the exam questions was caught three days before the exam, and the school worked overtime to change the exam paper at the last minute, rendering Song Shijia's efforts in vain

On that day, the girl hung by the window, and for the first time, she saw classmate Gu through the moonlight and the faint glow of a flashlight

As for Ji Xiang, he is even more unrestrained

Ji Xiang scoffed at it

In the height of summer, while the entire school was engaged in rigorous training, Song Shijia was caught enjoying a hot spring in the steamy natural hot spring.

Cafeteria

Campus bar

Anyway, Song Shijia used to think that phrases like "a single glance at Yang Guo can lead to a lifetime of regret" were too ethereal and insubstantial. However, on that night, which was too distressing to look back on, after that one glance, she too surrendered to the notion of the ethereal and insubstantial.

At that time, besides Ji Xiang, Song Shijia was also accompanied by the three sworn brothers of the Peach Garden: Lian Mo, Ruan Xuebi, and Xu Nuan. The four of them were classmates in high school and roommates in university, yet their personalities were completely different.

Only Ji Xiang knows that this girl with the surname Song has been a bully since childhood

This beginning is not solely about the fact that the proud daughter of the Song family has finally opened her heart to love. It also marks the moment when Song Shijia has finally passed the English Level 4 examination! Although, it must be noted, she did not achieve this through her own efforts

Later, Song Shijia learned that Gu Changfeng had hacked the question bank because he lost a bet to Zhou Yan

Speak in plain language

Of course, if love can also be referred to as a handle, Song Shijia wants ... Yes, he has grasped it

"You are too good-looking, and I am self-aware that I am not worthy of you," Song Shijia shrugged and said helplessly. This left Zhou Yan at a loss for words, unsure of how to retort.

Otherwise, how could she be like someone who has lost her mind, indifferent to life or death

"Classmate Gu, what would you like to see? I can show you something better."

However, Ji Xiang and Song Shijia, who attempted to steal the exam answers, ultimately failed. This was because Miss Song, who was struck by a piercing gaze, felt weak all over; after a moment of distraction, she fell into the center of the flower stand below, and her loud scream attracted the attention of the security personnel.

Unable to do anything else, Song Shijia had no choice but to inquire about Zhou Yan's phone number

Song Shijia rarely refrains from making sarcastic remarks, but instead, he is full of enthusiasm: "If the opening remarks are good enough, could you give me his phone number?"

Aowu

Classmate Gu, what would you like to eat? I can provide you with something even better

Ji Xiang's physique has already developed, and he is a full-fledged young man. Song Shijia lacked the strength to support him, so fortunately, the second floor was not high, and she had no choice but to take the risk herself

Indeed, when Song Shijia completely transformed into dust for this "Gu classmate," even Mo couldn't help but ask, "Does he have some kind of hold over you?"

At that moment, Zhou Yan was gently placing the model on the ground as if it were his heart and soul. Just as the car had sped off not far, a girl approached, hands behind her back, taking small, light steps. Seeing that the model was in the way, she decisively lifted her slender leg and kicked it away.

Faced with Lao Song's high standards, Song Shijia did not complain much. She understood early on that living in envy naturally required her to give up many things in return for God's blessings; otherwise, it would be too unfair to others. However, no matter how open-minded she was or how hard she tried, she still struggled significantly in certain subjects. She nearly scored full marks in all other subjects, but her English consistently fell short, always hovering on the edge of passing, almost preventing her from meeting the admission threshold for Wang University.

Continuing, the notoriously unreliable Master Ji has come up with another dubious scheme

In order to live up to the name of a childhood companion, he spent a high price to obtain a set of examination answers

Fortunately, before the security arrived, Ji Xiang had already carried her away to escape.

What else could it be if not appearance? Later, Ji Xiang curled his lips in mockery

The entire school is going crazy, do you know? They are sparing no effort to find this 'Robin Hood'. They say that if it is a woman, they will do whatever it takes to marry her; if it is a man, they will find a way to introduce him to their parents

This student, Gu, was dressed in a simple sports jacket, slender and poised. As Song Shijia climbed onto the windowsill, he was intently jumping his fingers across the keyboard in the microcomputer room. Hearing the noise, he hurriedly completed something and instinctively turned his head.

During the time when the two of them fled, a living Bodhisattva compromised the school's question bank and publicly posted the English exam questions on the campus website

For others, it may just be the last year of the twentieth century, without any particular significance. For Song Shijia, however, her life is truly just beginning

As the end of the first year approached, the atmosphere of the English mock exam became tense. Old Song declared: if Song Shijia fails, she should not expect to go anywhere during the entire winter break and must stay at home for remedial classes. At this moment, Ji Xiang proved to be useful.

On that day, Song Shijia was originally accompanying Ruan Xuebi to the cafeteria of the School of Architecture for lunch, where the sweet and sour pork tenderloin had become the new favorite of the food lover Ruan Xuebi. Coincidentally, they encountered classmate Gu, who was testing a newly assembled car model, and her eyes lit up as she slipped into the racetrack

However, it has been observed that in the subsequent confrontations between Zhou Yan and Gu Changfeng, Young Master Zhou hardly ever emerged victorious. Therefore, Song Shijia remains quite curious about what kind of bet it was that could lead that person, who is always confident and composed, to suffer such a complete defeat. She wishes to uncover the truth, and infiltrating the enemy ranks is clearly a viable approach.

The two of them escaped to a street stall outside the school, panting heavily as they sat down, blaming each other. Ji Xiang said that Song Shijia was incapable of achieving greatness, even hesitating to climb through a window.

Due to their family backgrounds, Zhou Yan and Ji Xiang are similar characters, both exhibiting a considerable degree of narcissism. As soon as they sat down, Zhou Yan remarked: "Although your flirting skills yesterday were somewhat clumsy, if you had chosen a better opening line, I might have considered accepting you"

In 2000, Song Shijia entered Wangcheng University, and her self-created fitness program gained significant popularity on campus

Gu Changfeng glanced at him and said, "With such looks, you must know her." Zhou Yanyu had seen countless beauties, how could he have overlooked someone as stunning as Song Shijia

Cough, he cleared his throat, "Why should I help you?"

Ultimately, it is still about appearances

Among Gu Changfeng's many suitors, Song Shijia is not the most beautiful, but she is the most straightforward. Her directness carries a slight offense, yet it is impossible to truly dislike her. It is like summer lime water, both refreshing and tangy

This Robin Hood was naturally not found by anyone, yet Song Shijia had her own thoughts. She recalled those lake-like deep eyes, and a wave of coolness washed over her heart

I encountered classmate Gu again on the plastic track of the School of Architecture

The next day, she called Zhou Yan and invited him to a café outside the school

Just when the two were arguing at the food stall about whose turn it was to make a mistake, Ruan Xuebi called, "Damn it, Shijia, you guys are too righteous, aren't you? It's one thing to steal the answers for yourselves, but to post them online for the benefit of everyone at school!"

After sizing up the girl in front of him for a while, Zhou Yanfang spoke up, a hint of irritation in his voice: "Are you blind? How am I not as good-looking as him?"

This is the germination of a better body

Ji Xiang's recruitment efforts were excessive, with few reliable candidates. Even Mo did not agree and advised Song Shijia against entertaining any dubious ideas. However, Ji Xiang had already obtained the key in advance, and the temptation was too great; the desperate Miss Song was unable to refuse.

Ruan Xuebi comes from an ordinary well-off family, is carefree, and is willing to forsake anything for the sake of delicious food. Xu Nuan hails from a distinguished family, but as the second child, she is overshadowed by her decisive elder sister, which has made her timid and submissive. Lian Mo, though born into a good family, is a person of few words. When he speaks, his words cut deep, possessing a hidden sharpness; if he were to travel back in time, he would be the living embodiment of "The Legend of Lian Mo"

Song Shijia detected the implied meaning and did not consider any superficial or trivial layer; instinctively, she felt an overwhelming joy. "Are you called Changfeng? The Changfeng who has heard the sound of the tides for ten years on the eastern side of the sea..."

The Ji and Song families are situated in the business district, maintaining frequent interactions. Ji Xiang and Song Shijia can be regarded as childhood friends. In their endeavors of wrongdoing, they are particularly like-minded. Setting aside their mischievousness in childhood, even in their first year of university, the two have not shown any signs of slowing down.

Song Shijia harbored ulterior motives in her heart, yet pretended to be righteous and indignant, "Isn't it because you failed to do your job properly that everything would have been resolved if you had just obtained the key to the machine room?"

Yesterday, your friend named Changfeng, regardless of whom he looks at, appears cold and aloof, leaving a lasting impression on me after just one meeting

Song Shijia, a delicate beauty, covered her mouth in feigned surprise, facing the direction of Zhou Yan, but her words were directed at a certain classmate Gu: "I am truly sorry, how about I compensate you? I can offer you something better."

"Changfeng, do you know him?" Zhou Yan paused for a moment, then looked at his friend.

Film Festival

Hello, my name is Song Shijia

The boy is tinkering with a mechanical model, seemingly preparing to represent Wangda in a college model competition. Next to him is another boy squatting down; this is Song Shijia, who recognizes him as Zhou Yan, the son of the top leader of Wangcheng

During the initial military training at school, everyone stood in military posture under the scorching sun for half an hour each day, while only the two of them sneaked away to enjoy the shade of the trees. The instructor did not dare to say much and occasionally went over to chat with them casually. In the meantime, the instructor's assistant brought a large pile of snacks as a gesture of goodwill. Song Shijia glanced around the entire area and remarked, "Isn't there enough to eat?" Subsequently, the snacks were doubled, sufficient for the whole class to share.

Usually, Song Shijia's minor mischief and wrongdoing can be ignored by Old Song, but her academic performance cannot be taken lightly. If she performs poorly on an exam, she is sure to be reprimanded, and if she argues back a bit, punishment is inevitable, which is no different from how ordinary families discipline their children

Before coming, Song Shijia had considered inquiring about Gu Changfeng's situation. However, even Ji Xiang, who prides himself on being well-informed, was unable to uncover any information about the other party, exclaiming in astonishment: "It is truly unscientific that there is someone in Wangcheng whose background I cannot investigate."

He received some insider information from an unknown source, claiming that the cameras in the exam question computer room were malfunctioning. Many people bribed the security guards to obtain the keys, preparing to copy the exam questions for another attempt: "Do you want to join?"

Young Master Zhou furrowed his brows and asked, "Who?"

Student Gu, what would you like to drink? I can get you something better

To embody the essence of pure and pristine beauty

Since childhood, Song Shijia has been surrounded by young masters from prominent families, each with varying appearances, including Ji Xiang. Once Ji Gongzi's features were fully revealed, he became even more strikingly handsome, yet she was never swayed by his looks. Naturally, the reason Gu classmate garnered her favor was not due to his appearance.

Song Shijia cradled her face, lost in thoughts of spring, "You wouldn't understand something like temperament."