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Ah, Hu Tao, is your family quite wealthy

Is it really that easy to become friends?

As for Hu Tao, a girl of twelve or thirteen years old, most have not yet fully matured. A natural beauty like Hu Tao stands out even more in a crowd. She is taller than her peers, poised to blossom, with long, black hair styled in a bun, revealing her long and fair neck.

I heard that you have been to Hong Kong

"No need to apologize," Lin Xiangyu said with a look of disdain, curling his lips. "But where is my basketball?"

Hu Tao resignedly closed her eyes and, before Lin Xiangyu could count to "three," she gritted her teeth and rushed out. After a few seconds, she hesitantly opened her eyes and saw the sycamore trees on both sides rapidly retreating, the cool breeze hitting her face, and in the distance, the morning glow filled the sky, outlining the rooftops of the city with a halo, as thousands of lights gradually illuminated one by one.

"Men and women should not engage in close contact!" Lin Xiangyu raised an eyebrow, wearing a look of glee.

This rumor spread widely throughout the grade, and a large group of high-achieving students expressed their dissatisfaction, causing a commotion in the teacher's office, demanding an explanation. The final outcome was that during the second monthly exam, Lin Xiangyu was isolated in the office, taking the exam under the watchful eyes of numerous teachers.

A group of seniors, who referred to themselves as "local tyrants," confronted Lin Xiangyu at the school gate, disapproving of his ostentatious behavior

Shh—speak more quietly

No problem, take your time

Every time the two people meet, they shrug their shoulders at each other with a look of despair, and then, as if by unspoken agreement, they break into smiles.

Faced with the enthusiasm of her classmates, although she knew they meant no harm, Hu Tao could only smile awkwardly and stiffly.

Walnut's lips twitched, as she struggled to suppress the impulse to slap him dead.

Hu Tao, Lin Xiangyu suddenly called out to her. Hu Tao turned her head and saw the boy's face filled with guilt as he sincerely said, "It wasn't that I didn't help you just now, but learning to ride a bike requires falling a few times first"

It has truly been released, I will count one, two, three

Lin Xiangyu twirled the basketball in his hands, lifted his eyelids slightly, and said expressionlessly, "Oh"

Some words, even if not spoken, can be understood by each other

You little rascal, are you being disrespectful after being given face?

"This chain of yours is quite beautiful," said Hu Tao. "Could you lend it to me for a while?"

Lin Xiangyu raised an eyebrow, having been accurately pointed out by Hu Tao

The Lin family? That super nouveau riche?

There is a phrase called "sympathy for each other's misfortunes"; thus, Lin Xiangyu, who is "full of the smell of copper," and Hu Tao, who is "proud and indifferent," find a kindred spirit in each other. Furthermore, being forced by the grade director to clean the campus, they see each other every day, naturally becoming good friends.

What is this? Walnut is at a loss whether to laugh or cry

In the pale purple night, under the dim yellow streetlights, the boy's eyebrows carry a hint of gentle warmth

The young man has been quite arrogant lately

The young man stood still with his hands in his pockets, quietly observing the walnut.

It seems that it is generally easier for boys to become famous than for girls. When the results of the first monthly exam were released, the list was posted on the bulletin board at the stairway, and the name "Lin Xiangyu" stood out prominently in first place. Some students even deliberately shouted out a question: "Is the last character pronounced as 'yu'?"

When one becomes popular, controversies abound. Next, rumors began to circulate that Lin Xiangyu's exam results were all obtained through cheating. However, this claim is quite convincing, as Young Master Lin never pays attention in class, always hiding in the last row reading extracurricular books

"You have helped me," Lin Xiangyu frowned, as if Hu Tao had asked something nonsensical

A few days later, Lin Xiangyu removed the wheels on both sides of the rear of the Invincible Charge and officially upgraded it to a two-wheeler. Hu Tao, with great determination, jumped on and rode the bike at high speed, but as she struggled to control the direction, the handlebars began to wobble. However, Hu Tao forgot to brake.

Mockery aside, Walnut obediently took a seat on the yellow Invincible Charge, pedaling back and forth along the deserted path as per Lin Xiangyu's instructions

That year, she was twelve years old, yet for the first time, someone said to her, "We are friends."

Be careful! Lin Xiangyu said, yet the person stood still, not moving at all, having no intention of reaching out to help Hu Tao

Lin Xiangyu waved his hand impatiently and said, "Where do all these twists and turns come from? Girls are just troublesome"

Isn't what you want to express that you all say I am wealthy, so let me show you what a real nouveau riche looks like?" Hu Tao pointed at the gold chain on her hand, laughing heartily as she asked.

Moreover, Lin Xiangyu was well aware of this and did not mind showcasing his handsomeness. Every time he rode his bike down the long slope in front of the school, he would lift himself off the seat, lean forward to accelerate, as if he were soaring in the wind

Shortly after the start of the school year, Hu Tao and Lin Xiangyu became the prominent figures in their grade

Why is it not counted

Hutao is unable to adapt to such a friendship and does not know how to respond

When Hu Tao saw Lin Xiangyu shining brightly at school while leaning against his mountain bike, she no longer wished to have the driver pick her up. Instead, she asked Lin Xiangyu if he could teach her how to ride a bicycle

Is this also considered?

Do not ! ''

On the long and winding road, one must stumble a few times in order to grow up and learn to let go

She couldn't help but smile, her lips curling up.

Do not ! ''

"So easy to talk to?" Hu Tao was surprised

Lin Xiangyu blew her a kiss, winked, and began to sing: "I have a little secret, a little secret, I won't tell you, I won't tell you..."

Fortunately, Hu Tao had long legs. Although it was somewhat strenuous, she managed to climb up. Her back arched as she adjusted the gear of the racing car according to Lin Xiangyu's instructions, but she felt a bit scared and did not dare to step on the pedal

Walnut was immediately labeled as the "young lady from a wealthy family." The way people around her looked at her changed from "She is so beautiful" to one of respectful flattery, cautious and servile.

To my surprise, the few individuals who troubled him yesterday, for some unknown reason, stood uniformly at the entrance of Lin Xiangyu's classroom, apologizing to him

Over time, an additional label of "arrogant and indifferent" was added.

In a short period, Lin Xiangxing gained immense fame, to the extent that even the cafeteria cooks praised him without reservation.

A long time later, Hu Tao learned a word, "sao bao". She suddenly realized that these two characters, when applied to Lin Xiangyu, are undoubtedly pictographs.

Lin Xiangyu nonchalantly took off the chain and handed it to Hu Tao, but Hu Tao did not wear it; instead, she held it in her hand and played with it

Hu Tao lowered her head and softly asked, "Why... why did you choose me to be your friend?"

After a while, Hu Tao returned the chain to Lin Xiangyu and said, "Actually, I am more interested in what books you are reading during class."

"Do not be too happy too soon," Lin Xiangyu did not forget to pour cold water on her, "Riding a bike on the street is completely different from riding in an empty place; it is very dangerous."

"Don't be afraid." Lin Xiangyu helped her hold the handlebars, threatening Hu Tao with a forced smile, "If you don't ride, I might just let go."

The other party was thoroughly enraged, pulling a stick out of their backpack. Several people surrounded Lin Xiangyu, and one swung the stick down, but before they could react, Lin Xiangyu had already smashed the basketball into the so-called leader's face. He then crossed his arms in front of him, blocking the attack of the stick.

As a reward, Lin Xiangyu invited Hu Tao to eat spicy hot pot at the convenience store. She ate two bowls of potato noodles in a row and even added a serving of potatoes. Lin Xiangyu was wearing his large gold chain, sitting in the dilapidated convenience store, making him particularly conspicuous. The only one who could match him was Hu Tao sitting next to him, with red lips and white teeth, looking ethereal and unworldly.

Lin Xiangyu rides a mountain bike to school every day, and his mountain bike is likely to rank among the "Top Ten Cool Gadgets" in the entire school. While everyone else rides old-fashioned bicycles that make noise everywhere except for the bell, he has an imported mountain bike with a strong sense of design, the rear fender is raised high, making it simply stunning.

"The first time I met you," Lin Xiangyu said, "the 'chi' in Zhou Xingchi."

"You don't even know the name of the library, do you? Are you illiterate?" A boy standing in front of the bulletin board was tapped on the head by someone. "Have you seen the newly built water library at our school? It was funded by the Lin family, and it is said to be a gift from his father for his academic advancement"

Hutao was taken aback

What does your father do

Regardless of the era, money has always been able to represent status

Lin Xiangyu gently lifted the basketball in his hand, his fingers together, and beckoned towards himself, full of provocation

At this moment, Lin Dashao is shooting a three-pointer on the basketball court, a beautiful arc, and with a "clang," it lands steadily in the basket. The referee blows the whistle to signal the end of the game, and the surroundings erupt in cheers. Teammates rush over, each giving Lin Xiangyu a celebratory punch on the shoulder, filled with joy.

When?

Hutao was indeed decisive and nimble, getting back up and continuing to ride. Once she was able to fully control the Invincible Charge, Lin Xiangyu finally took his mountain bike out of the shed and adjusted the seat to the lowest position: "Try this."

One - Two

Aren't you going to learn to drive?" Lin Xiangyu said, "This was my best playmate when I was a child, the Invincible Charge, which I finally found in my family's storage room. I specially cleaned it up for you!

Hutao could not help but glance back secretly.

Did you see? I have learned it!

Lin Xiangyu was a man of his word. The next day, he unexpectedly produced a four-wheeled children's bicycle and presented it to Hu Tao.

"A dog catching a rat," Lin Xiangyu said with a half-smile, "You really are quite worried about it."

His attitude suddenly provoked the other party, who stepped forward and grabbed the collar of his school uniform: "You little brat, don't be so cocky. Didn't your parents teach you how to behave?"

Lin Xiangyu faced five opponents at once, but it was evident that he had been well-versed in this from a young age, striking swiftly and fiercely. At first, he could still show off a bit, but as the fight progressed, he found himself in a state of disarray, unable to defend against the onslaught. Fortunately, this took place at the school gate, and soon the crowd of onlookers grew too large, attracting the attention of the school's security, who took the opportunity to uphold justice.

In the next moment, Lin Xiangyu lifted his foot and kicked, catching several opponents off guard. Someone struck Lin Xiangyu from behind with a knife-hand blow to the back of his neck. Without turning his head, he exerted force with his elbow and struck back, hitting the assailant in the stomach, causing the opponent to stagger back a few steps

Hmm? Lin Xiangyu turned his head, glanced at Hu Tao, and said matter-of-factly, "We are friends."

She appeared to be full of vitality. Lin Xiangyu smiled, extended his hand, and with the powder from the walnut still unbitten, he dropped his chopsticks and gave him a strong high-five.

On that afternoon, a basketball appeared on Lin Xiangyu's desk, polished to a gleaming shine

Lin Xiangyu, upon learning this, naturally accepted the adjective and nonchalantly replied to Hu Tao: "A flashy person paired with the son of a nouveau riche, isn't that a perfect match?"

After finishing the potato noodles, they, as usual, walked together to the shed to part ways

Without a doubt, the walnut fell to the ground, and she glared angrily at Lin Xiangyu

Many years later, when Walnut reminisced about her youth, she recalled this scene. He spoke of learning to ride a bicycle, but was it not also a metaphor for life?

The next day, Lin Xiangyu went to school wearing a large gold chain around his neck, with his hair styled upright, resembling a hedgehog, which startled the entire school. Perhaps his eccentric style was too far removed from the image of the gentle and refined prince charming that the girls held in their hearts, resulting in a sudden drop in his popularity.

Unexpectedly, Lin Xiangyu readily agreed.

Hu Tao was amused to the point of being unable to contain herself: "Handsome guy, please don't ruin your image like this!"

On several occasions, other classmates saw Hu Tao being picked up and dropped off from school in a luxury car, with a driver in white gloves respectfully opening the car door and helping her with her backpack. At that time, the Mercedes-Benz was far more noble and rare than it is today, and many people would never have the opportunity to even catch a glimpse of it in their lifetime

However, Lin Da Shao's brilliance was too overwhelming, and it soon attracted trouble

The results were released, and everyone felt as if they had been dealt a heavy blow. Lin Xiangyu did not, as they claimed, reveal his true nature; apart from the Chinese essay, he scored full marks in all other subjects