Chapter 7
Sakura turned around and seriously instructed her, "You must keep your distance from Anyuan; his attitude towards teaching swimming is more terrifying than Godzilla"
Beizhi nodded.
"Did you watch some strange romance movie again?" An Yuanyuan and Xiao Ying heard her chattering nonsensically, feeling a bit overwhelmed. "If you have the energy to babble, you might as well go for a swim for a couple of laps."
At least you are an adult Sakura hopped around, showing her the volunteer base, filled with genuine admiration
Here lies the best snorkeling spot in the world, where one might be fortunate enough to witness a school of great blue sharks
Bei Zhiyi looked at his back and thought of the tone of admiration that Sakura, the young girl, often expressed.
By the way! Sakura, who has increasingly made the topic more bizarre, can no longer hold back, "I tell you, Victor will steal An's underwear. He says An's underwear is particularly sturdy, and after cutting it up, it makes the best rope."
Beizhi, who truly knows nothing, pursed her lips and smiled shyly at Xiaoying, saying, "I also..."
An Tai is excellent
I am going to cook! Before Sakura was thrown into the pool by An, she quickly slipped away, unburdened by any psychological weight, and directly left the already embarrassed Bei Zhi Yi, who was on the verge of exploding, standing there.
"No..." Bei Zhiyi first instinctively denied it, then hesitated for a moment, "but I cannot speak Thai"
"Go back." With a sense of relief, he broke into a sweat as he said, "I will give you the materials for the English class I will be teaching the children on the island in a couple of days."
Victor and Ethan set out early in the morning, with the back seat of their bicycle loaded with various strange tools. According to Sakura, the base has cultivated a batch of mangrove seedlings on this island. They had already taken protective measures long before the typhoon arrived. This visit is to assess the extent of the damage.
The swimming pool in the base is open twenty-four hours a day, but if you have the habit of swimming in the dead of night, it is best to avoid it; otherwise, he will make you swim a thousand meters before letting you go. Sakura did not notice Beizhi's disappointment; after the typhoon, the clear air on the island made her feel very happy, and the scent of the sea brought by the sea breeze excited her to the point of wanting to sing loudly
... and the head of An has become larger, "Where did she introduce it to?"
When she took on this task, she had this question: she does not speak Thai, the children do not speak English, how is she supposed to teach...
There is a complete set of illustrated teaching materials in the base, and you can teach them one by one according to the progress. Learning ten words and one complete sentence a day will be considered as completing the task
"... ... Good." Bei Zhiyi responded, her eyes inadvertently glancing at He An's biceps, which were larger than Xiao Ying's head ... ...
There are snakes in the mountains behind the base, and you must not go there alone. Each room is equipped with a flashlight and insect repellent in the cabinet, so it is best to take them with you when you go out.
I am serious, you must not let An teach you anything, he has a bad temper and is very fierce. Sakura added, "You will cry."
The gym is equipped with coin-operated washing machines and dryers; however, you need to bring your own laundry detergent. There is a small bottle in the cabinet of your room.
Bei Zhiyi : `` ... ... ... ... ''
Just now, the playful "I can't do anything" that Sakura casually uttered became a heavy burden when it came from her lips. She stammered, resenting this untimely sense of shame.
It seems that one is dissatisfied with everything, difficult to approach, and carries a deep sense of grievance.
I... I can't swim." Bei Zhiyi stammered, her face turning red in front of the girl
Good. She has finally stopped stuttering, and her blush has slightly faded.
"Is it alright to attend English class?" he asked, fearing that she might be too shy to speak fluently in front of unfamiliar children.
Bei Zhiyi : `` ... ... ''
He truly cannot stop for a moment
Equally quick to return to their original state are this group of volunteers.
Damn Yitan, he actually brought over two hard drives full of leisure films
He always furrows his brow when he is awake
However, after she reached adulthood, she has not accomplished anything, be it in work, romance, or even in life
The typhoon that day quickly passed, and by noon the next day, the island was already basking in bright sunshine. Aside from the plants that had been tossed about by the wind and the remnants of buildings that had been lifted after years of neglect, the island still looked as it did on the day Bei Zhiyi first arrived—primitive and chaotic, yet beautiful
The teaching materials consist of everyday dialogues in the tourism and restaurant industries, making it easy to understand the meanings even without knowledge of Thai, simply by looking at the pictures
blushed and quickly lowered their head
These children learn English primarily to be able to work off the island; when you teach, just focus on practical skills. The way back to the hall is still long, and An walks along, using the machete he carries to completely cut off the branches that were broken by the typhoon, tossing them into the corners by the roadside.
"... ... swimming pool ... ... and ... ... gym." Bei Zhiyi's voice was only one decibel louder than that of a mosquito
Bei Zhiyi watched the figure of He An repairing the roof
Beizhi only had a chaotic nod left.
She is indeed an adult
Sakura felt a bit shy about collaborating with Beizhi Yi. She scratched her head and stepped back to Beizhi Yi's side, lowering her voice: "Actually, Teacher An is very good. If he is willing to teach you how to swim, you must learn."
let out a long sigh
I will be returning to Japan next month. While I am away, you must take good care of him and convey the following messages to the next volunteer. Originally, Xiaoying was supposed to familiarize Beizhi with the base environment, but she started to go off-topic. An's appetite is quite large, with a strong preference for meat and a dislike for fish. He detests lemongrass and fish mint.
Yitan has a veterinary license, Victor holds a doctorate in plant ecology, and An has a certification card as a renowned diver. Only I am completely unskilled; I am just a high school student. " Sakura spread her hands, looking quite frustrated.
If the appliances in the room are broken, you can always find the three of us men..." He paused for a moment, cursing the irresponsible Sakura fiercely in his heart.
Due to the fear of causing trouble and the desire for peace, as well as not wanting to appear so ignorant to the point of shame, she had always refrained from asking. Until now, when her mind was overwhelmed and her consciousness short-circuited, she finally managed to voice her question
"Working on the island is one of the best opportunities for the children here, and your work is very important." Before entering the hall, he specifically acknowledged her work, set down the machete in his hand, rubbed his hands together, and climbed up the ladder to begin repairing the roof, which had sustained minor damage from yesterday's typhoon.
Bei Zhiyi glanced at Sakura and nodded slightly
"After becoming an adult, one can do many things, and I envy adults very much." Sakura jumped over the puddle on the ground, her ponytail creating a beautiful arc.
And more, and more! Sakura began to dance with joy
Bei Zhiyi lowered her head and stumbled behind him.
He is very skilled at fighting. I have seen him punch a drunken tourist who was throwing things and harassing passersby, causing him to bleed from the nose. It was particularly impressive. The muscle on his arm is bigger than my head
He is truly too good, selfless to the point of resembling a mere puppet
An is very fond of the great blue shark; seeing a school of great blue sharks can brighten his mood for an entire day. Sakura lowered her head, her brows and eyes reflecting the shyness of a girl infatuated with her crush.
Bei Zhiyi was startled by the sudden sound, nearly jumping in place, her face flushed with embarrassment as she stood to the side, not daring to glance at An for even a moment
I just don't like having the opposite sex around him, I am jealous! After she confessed, she smiled, revealing her bright white teeth, "An is so good, he is nice to everyone, and I will be jealous of that."
Bei Zhiyi stood a step away from him, secretly observing the man's actions as he chopped the branches.
In just one day's time, she had already developed the habit of standing behind An and secretly watching him
He sighed softly, leaving Bei Zhi behind out of compassion. After staying, he observed her making great efforts to adapt to the environment, speaking little and doing much.
He looked at Bei Zhiyi, who seemed on the verge of exploding, and for once stuttered a bit, "You don't have to be so shy. We respect personal privacy. If there is something you find difficult to say, you can also talk to Xiao Ying. She understands better what girls need on the island"
Each person is assigned one bicycle. I have already checked the one you rode yesterday, so you will use that one from now on. You need to register in the logbook at the entrance when coming in and out. For the first few days, try not to go out alone, as most of the islanders do not understand English and are quite wary of strangers
On the contrary, the instigator laughed heartily as if nothing had happened.
However, everything he does is not for himself; all the things he busily engages in without a moment's pause are related to this small island and the volunteers.
Their English does not require systematic teaching; it is sufficient to teach listening and speaking, while reading and writing are not the focus
He appears to be in a state of constant busyness, as if he must remain occupied in this manner until the moment he closes his eyes at night, at which point he can return to tranquility
Bei Zhiyi stood still, completely unaware of how to respond.
She herself did not anticipate that she would meet someone like He An during the two most tumultuous months of her life
She may not be suitable for many places, but that does not necessarily mean she is unsuitable here
Bei Zhiyi even felt a sense of gratitude towards the entertainment and leisure folder in the base's computer
Because he is truly so different from the men in her world, Bei Zhiyi sometimes even feels as if she is watching a movie
The weather here is hot, and there are many men at the base. Sometimes, islanders come to visit. As a girl, it is best to keep your room door locked at all times. He said this as seriously as possible, feeling awkward inside. There is a folder called "Entertainment and Leisure" in the computer connected to the internet in the hall; do not open it, as you will not be interested in its contents.
He plays the guitar beautifully, but only feels inclined to play on nights when he sees a school of great blue sharks; most of the time, he appears to be in a very bad mood
He is much more responsible than Sakura; whenever it comes to matters related to volunteers, he is the most competent captain.
She has even forgotten whether, at the age of seventeen, she too once envied and yearned for the adult world like Sakura; whether she too once felt as light, beautiful, and full of the unknown as Sakura did.
Her life seems to have long been worn down by various troubles, leaving her devoid of any sense of anticipation
He handed the task over to her precisely because he did not want to discuss these matters, and as a result, she introduced two completely irrelevant topics and went off on a tangent
The room next to the swimming pool is the gym, which is equipped with treadmills and barbells. Sakura did not seem to intend to let Beizhi respond; after her candid remarks, she quickly changed the subject. "Volunteering here involves a lot of physical activity, so during your free time, it is best to go to the gym to improve your lung capacity. I think you should learn how to swim underwater. If you come here and do not try underwater swimming, you will regret it for the rest of your life"