Chapter 3: The Snow Clearing Extreme Battle of the Foolish Legion

No, I absolutely cannot give up. This is the promise I made with my mother! The reason I have been able to strive and live until now is all because of this promise

Jiang Shaoliu helplessly took a gentle breath, turned around, and supported Yu Hanyan's shoulder, his expectations becoming somewhat milder.

I apologize, everyone, but I must go shovel snow now. Although I know it is difficult to meet Yu Hanyan's requirements, I do not intend to give up; I will do my utmost.

"Xiao Ru, Xiao Lian hasn't started shoveling the snow yet, and you are already saying so many impossible things. This will really demoralize her!" Hao Zhenxi, wrapped in a thick cotton coat, said this to Zhang Xinru, but her face was lifeless, showing a look of despair. "Xiao, Xiao Lian, what should we do?"

Looking at the ground that has been swept clean, now covered once again by ice and snow, Yue Linxuan crossed her arms and smiled proudly

"Flow, this sentence should be me asking you." On the phone, Wen Zhenhai's voice carried a hint of amusement

Beneath the beautiful moonlight, two snowmen seem to joyfully say: "We will be together forever!"

He and Yue Linxuan both looked around in surprise for the direction from which the sound came. Suddenly, a black glove resting on the greenbelt of a roadside evergreen tree caught his attention

Upon hearing Hao Zhenxi's question, Le Xiaolian seemed to instantly fall into a terrifying dark space, with a horrifying black mist appearing above her head. "Zhenxi, this is a taboo topic now!" Zhang Xinru, drenched in cold sweat, hurriedly shot a glance at Hao Zhenxi and leaned down to whisper the reason in her ear.

"Chattering, chattering." Shen Xuechi's cheeks flushed, and she raised her hand, dejectedly hiding her face behind the cup

Le Xiaolian propped her hands on the bed, lowering her head to gaze at the intricate patterns of the floor beneath her, as if they were a series of perplexing problems. As long as both Yu Hanyan and I were in the tower assault team, she would undoubtedly continue to provoke me. But can I really surpass Yu Hanyan?

In the welfare home, Hao Zhenxi poured a glass of milk for Le Xiaolian and only felt at ease to leave after watching her drink it. However, the sleeping Le Xiaolian was unaware that Jiang Shuliu, having asked Hao Zhenxi for a favor, had been waiting in the lounge of the welfare home, prepared to leave only after seeing Le Xiaolian's tired yet content sleeping face.

Wow, after a good sleep, I truly feel refreshed and invigorated

"Give up?" Shen Xuechi, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke, examining Le Xiaolian.

Jiang Shuliu carefully observed Yue Linxuan's expression and felt that she was not lying

Under the warm yellow light, the small room is filled with a cozy atmosphere due to the radiant smiles of the girls

Seeing Jiang Suliu's uncontainable joy, Le Xiaolian felt a twinge of guilt in her heart

Yan, why do you always target Le Xiaolian? She hasn't done anything excessive to you, has she?

This is too much, why do you have to treat the innocent little Coke this way

In fact, the one who truly lacks confidence and has been with Jiang Shuli all along is probably me

The promises made by father and mother, along with the indifferent faces at the time of departure, swirled in Le Xiaolian's mind... It was as if she was pleading, raising her head to gaze at Jiang Shuliu on the top of the hillside, who shone like the morning star in the moonlight, causing Le Xiaolian's gaze to tremble slightly

A flame of excitement and resentment flickered in Jiang Shaoliu's eyes as he tightly gripped his phone and ran off into the distance as if he had lost his mind

Today, she made another effort, taking a step closer to qualifying for the tower assault competition! However, as soon as she stepped through the school gate, she was stunned by the sight before her! The snow that had been neatly piled in the corner was mysteriously back on the ground, covered with many dirty footprints, as if someone had maliciously scattered it across the originally clean and tidy path. Someone must be up to no good! The snow that had been neatly piled in the corner was mysteriously back on the ground, covered with many dirty footprints, as if someone had maliciously scattered it across the originally clean and tidy path. Someone must be up to no good!

Yue Linxuan and the boys who were shoveling snow were taken aback, turning their heads towards the sound. Under the dim streetlight, they discovered that the person standing there was not the Le Xiaolian they had been waiting for, but someone they had never expected—Jiang Shuliu

Hahaha, it really resembles Le Xiaolian's style," Wen Zhenhai replied with a smile, "But Liu, isn't that simple happiness you share with Le Xiaolian what you have always desired?

Jiang Shuliu trembled slightly, as if unable to believe it, and slowly walked down from the top of the hillside

Hello, Hai, what happened

What? We must clear the snow at Yuelin High School within three days in order to participate in the first exam? Don't even mention clearing the snow; it would take a whole day just to walk through Yuelin High School, wouldn't it?

"Alright, you guys, dump all the snow from the back of the car onto the road, just like last night," Yue Linxuan said proudly, pointing her finger at several boys of varying heights and builds beside her.

Upon witnessing this scene, Zhang Xinru secretly stuck out her tongue, while Le Xiaolian and Hao Zhenxi exchanged a glance and quietly smiled at each other

"Liu, are you joking?" Yu Hanyan let out a cold laugh, turned around to look at Jiang Shuliu, and continued with a disdainful expression, "Ever since you met Le Xiaolian, you have been calling me 'Little Cola' all the time. Moreover, you even went so far as to argue with me for her sake, when you used to be the one who cared for me the most!"

It is infuriating. Although I anticipated that Yu Hanyan would pose challenges for me, I did not expect it to be this excessive. "But Xiaolian, isn't now the time to be concerned about the old lady and the children?" Hao Zhenxi said somewhat angrily, forcefully pushing away Le Xiaolian's hand, and irritably complained, "In such a large Star Alliance campus, if it relies solely on you, let alone three days, it might take even three weeks to clear the snow!"

Yes, we are sorry! It was not us! It was not us!

Then I will start from the gate of Yuelin High School

It is truly strange. Clearly, we received a message saying that Le Xiaolian would be here tonight. Given her temperament, she would surely rush out to reason with us as soon as she saw us. However, we have been here for almost half an hour, and why have we not seen her shadow yet? Could it be that she has retreated in the face of difficulty and slipped away?

Little Lian, rest assured! We will definitely fight alongside you until the very last moment

But she already knows that I am Jiang Shaoliu! Jiang Shaoliu's voice grew increasingly deep

By the playground, Yue Linxuan, who was supervising the boys as they shoveled snow from the truck onto the ground, impatiently glanced around and shivered as she tightened her cotton coat

"Yesterday, the school leaders called and gave orders. What can I do about it?" The security guard replied lazily, yawning as he walked back to the warm reception room to continue drinking tea and reading the newspaper

At this point, Yu Hanyan raised her tear-streaked face and cast a fervent and resolute gaze towards Jiang Shuo.

Just as she was feeling proud, an angry voice suddenly rang out from the other end of the road

However, shortly after he left, a slender black shadow flashed past the entrance of the welfare institution, gazing at his receding figure, and then disappeared into the darkness

Ding——

After a while, Jiang Shuo Liu suddenly released his grip on Yu Han Yan's shoulder, looking at her with a surprised expression as if he had finally understood everything. Yu Han Yan was taken aback, seemingly already aware of Jiang Shuo Liu's answer, her expression a mix of annoyance and anger as she furrowed her brows and turned her head away.

Jiang Shao Liu bent down to pick up the phone that Yu Han Yan had thrown over, standing in place with a heavy expression. However, when his finger accidentally brushed against the phone's unlock button, a message that had not been closed caught his attention.

Hmm! That works!" A bright and cheerful smile appeared on Le Xiaolian's face

Ding ding dang dang

Le Xiaolian's face turned crimson with anger and shock, her fingers tightly clenched together

Le Xiaolian straightened her back and attempted to stand up, but suddenly felt a bit dizzy with stars appearing before her eyes

Hao Zhenxi gasped in astonishment, covering her mouth, and exchanged a "silence is golden" glance with Zhang Xinru

Looking at Jiang Suliu's tense and anxious expression, Le Xiaolian was taken aback... She never expected that he would have such a look as well...

After letting out a slight sigh of relief, Jiang Shuliu took out his phone from his pocket and pressed the number for Le Xiaolian.

Under the moonlight, Le Xiaolian and Tu Shu gazed in astonishment at Jiang Shuliu, and the tears that had been suppressed deep within their hearts surged forth, rolling down their cheeks in a torrent

Go away, it's ugly! Shen Xuechi frowned in depression, her body curled up tightly, yet her eyes sparkled with a glimmer of concern

The night breeze gently stirred the smooth strands of hair on Jiang Suliu's forehead, and it also stirred the silent wind chimes in Le Xiaolian's heart, their bright and crisp sounds quietly echoing in the night sky like a captivating melody

However, a sudden buzzing sound from a mobile phone rang out by the cement road, startling Jiang Sulium

But how far is forever, really

Le Xiaolian thought to herself, the flames of anger scorched her eyes red, she picked up the shovel and rushed towards Yue Linxuan!

Buzz buzz buzz buzz—buzz buzz buzz buzz

At this thought, Le Xiaolian felt as if her heart was being tightly twisted, causing waves of sharp pain.

After the car door opened, several individuals holding shovels emerged from the vehicle. Following them, Yue Linxuan jumped out of the car with a look of disgust on her face. She cast a disdainful glance at the dump truck covered in ice and dirt, and brushed off her beautiful down coat.

Whoosh

The feeling of gratitude, combined with an indomitable will, sustained Le Xiaolian in her tireless battle, much like the most diligent cleaner who bends down to sweep the snow with all her might. However, once the ground was cleared, the fierce fire that had been burning in her heart gradually extinguished, and Le Xiaolian finally felt an unprecedented fatigue, her entire body felt as if it were a bundle of cotton, utterly weak and exhausted to the extreme

Hao Zhenxi and Zhang Xinru also smiled and made a "V" sign towards Le Xiaolian, flanking and firmly sandwiching Shen Xuechi between them, forming the "V Energy Girl Trio".

Yet I clearly know all of this, but I place the blame on Jiang Shuliu...

In winter, it seems even the sun becomes rather lazy; by around 7 o'clock in the morning, the sky is only just fully bright. Although it hasn't snowed, the sky is overcast—much like the expressions on the faces of those few people standing at the entrance of Yuelin High School. "Except for Le Xiaolian, no students from Yuelin High School are allowed to enter?! Hey, security uncle, what does this mean?" Hao Zhenxi, blocked at the school gate by the security guard, widened her eyes in anger and questioned loudly.

Do you have any evidence?" Yu Hanyan turned her head away, indignantly arguing, "Moreover, even if I did do these things, it has nothing to do with you, right?"

On the other side, Shen Xuechi sat pensively on the wooden chair beside the small bed, sipping hot tea. Zhang Xinru hugged her bent knees tightly, her chubby face filled with worry and confusion. "Let's not worry about that Mr. Lanyuan for now; isn't Yu Hanyan a bit too powerful in your school? Is she the principal or the director of education? How can she have the authority to influence the qualifications for participating in the tower assault competition?" Hao Zhenxi was fuming, her face expressing indignation as she spoke loudly. "Yes, Yu Hanyan is indeed very powerful, especially at Yuelin High School," Zhang Xinru adjusted her glasses on her nose and explained with a hint of helplessness. "I heard that Yu Hanyan's father is an investor in Yuelin High School, and he has always been very obedient to her. Moreover, the principal of Yuelin High School has always liked to curry favor with the upper class, so now Yuelin High School is practically being run by Yu Hanyan 'pulling the strings behind the scenes.'" "How can this be? Under such circumstances, Xiao Lian is simply a piece of meat on the chopping block, with no way to deal with Yu Hanyan's difficulties!" Hao Zhenxi exclaimed in despair, but suddenly she seemed to remember something and looked towards Le Xiaolian.

Jiang Shuliu, I am sorry for making you sad for so long... I have always lacked confidence in myself, which has made me hesitant to accept others' feelings again! However, from now on, I will work harder than before, using the best version of myself to protect our promise. I want to become the King of Tower Assault!

"Xiao Lian, what should we do?" Seeing Le Xiao Lian standing on the other side of the closed school gate, Zhang Xinru sighed anxiously.

When she reached the school gate, Shen Xuechi, who had been waiting, walked up to her, and his words revealed obvious concern and worry: "Are you alright"

"Little Cola, thank you..." Jiang Shuliu said, suddenly lowering his head, seemingly at a loss as he covered his face with one hand, "Damn it, I feel so happy! I have never been this happy since I was born..."

Time flies quickly in a day. In the campus of Yuelin High School, under the dim moonlight, on the cement path beside the playground that has been thoroughly cleaned by Le Xiaolian once again, a dump truck carrying a small snow mountain over a person's height has come to a stop.

I apologize for keeping you waiting

"How could I be that fragile! Xiaoxue, you must not underestimate me," Le Xiaolian said with a feigned nonchalance, laughing heartily. However, just as she straightened her back from the broom, her legs felt weak again.

Indeed, Xiao Lian, we will all stand by your side! Xiao Xue will too!

However, the playground, teaching building, greenbelt, and cafeteria are all covered with such thick snow! Not to mention you alone, even if the five of us work together, it would be impossible to clear it all within three days!" Zhang Xinru glanced at the entire white expanse of the school and immediately broke down, holding her head and shouting.

Suddenly, a roar came from the other end of the road

At this thought, Le Xiaolian bit her lip hard as if punishing herself for her hesitation. Then she clenched her fists tightly, raised her head, and fixed her piercing gaze on Shen Xuechi. "Within three days, I will find a way to clear the snow."

Hmm! Hmm!

Rustle rustle! Rustle rustle!

Although I still have some concerns, now, facing this face that seems to reflect all the starlight of the night sky, and these eyes that appear to contain all the hopes of the world... I want to believe in him, I want to believe in myself once again

Therefore, even without Le Xiaolian, my feelings for you will not change. Please do not blame others for the issues between you and me

Without further ado, Jiang Su Liu turned and ran towards the direction of the glove. As he expected, Le Xiao Lian was lying flat on the grass behind the low evergreen tree, with the shovel she had used leaning forlornly against the nearby trunk

Eh? Mom, is that you? Ming, why can't I speak?

As the sky darkened, the city of Xinghua was illuminated by dazzling neon lights, and an angry scream echoed from the welfare institution located in the outskirts of Xinghua City

"You all shut up and stay quiet there." Jiang Shuliang said coldly without even glancing at them, walking straight to Yue Linxuan.

I did not misunderstand at all! Yu Hanyan's emotions began to spiral out of control, her eyes reddened from tears, and her voice trembled slightly. She simply cannot understand that the names 'Jiang Sholiu' and 'Yu Hanyan' for us represent not only glory but also pressure, responsibility, and pain. She is even less likely to comprehend the difficulty you face in using another name to interact with her. This is something that only those of us living in the same world can truly understand

It is despicable; they are indeed causing trouble! To so brazenly destroy the fruits of others' labor is truly contemptible

The river flows high in the stars

Shen Xuechi felt a momentary pause at Le Xiaolian's imposing presence, and then a faint smile appeared at the corner of her lips. "Xiaolian, don't worry! We will all come to help you! Yu Hanyan didn't say that no one is allowed to help, right?" Hao Zhenxi seemed to draw strength from Le Xiaolian's words as she exchanged a knowing wink with Zhang Xinru standing nearby.

Therefore, I need you to understand my pain, and you also need to understand me, do you not

The magic that changes fate has truly been realized

Jiang Shaoliu hung up the phone and turned back to take a glance at the sleeping Le Xiaolian

Little Lian! Can you hear me speaking? Happy Little Lian... ...

Thank you—" Jiang Shuo complained dejectedly, "but she still did not agree to be friends with me, not showing me any mercy at all."

"Hmm? What is it?" Yu Hanyan smiled as she walked over to Jiang Shuliu, affectionately linking her arm with his. Jiang Shuliu looked at Yu Hanyan with a serious expression and asked in a low voice, "It was you who sent someone to Yue Lin High School last night to scatter snow all over the place, wasn't it?"

The next morning, Le Xiaolian set off energetically on her way to the Star Alliance University, her heart unable to contain its joy and excitement

But, am I really going to lose the qualification to attack the tower once again because of such a humble and shameless trick? I promised my mother that I would never go back on my word

Eh? Le Xiaolian... I, I don't know, I haven't seen her..." This was the first time Yue Linxuan was so close to Jiang Shuliu, but she was so frightened by the murderous aura emanating from him that she trembled all over

He walked up to Le Xiaolian, hesitatingly lowered his head to look at her hand, and then cautiously extended his own hand, gently touching Le Xiaolian's finger. Seeing that she did not object, Jiang Shuliang suddenly grabbed her hand, as if afraid she would slip away, tightly holding her hand in his palm.

Princess Yan, I received news that tonight Le Xiaolian will be staying at school all night to clear the snow alone. In order to vent my anger for Princess Yan, I will go over tonight and teach her a good lesson. Princess Yan, wait for my good news!

The sound of rustling leaves

Bang! Yu Hanyan's emotions finally erupted. She grabbed her phone from the table beside her and hurled it forcefully at Jiang Shuliu. "Jiang Shuliu is a big fool!" she shouted excitedly, turning and running away quickly

In the dimly lit bedroom, Le Xiaolian sat on the bed holding a pillow, reaching out to tightly cover the mouth of Hao Zhenxi, who was sitting beside her

"It's alright, Yan. I came today to ask you a few things."

The time is almost up, Little Cola, let me take you to appreciate the second magic

Shasha shasha shasha - shasha shasha shasha

With a snap, Le Xiaolian, who had been hiding behind the large tree observing everything, turned pale with anger. She gritted her teeth, her hand tightly gripping the shovel.

Where is Le Xiaolian

Everyone gathered around and said with concern: "Xiao Lian, let us take you back to rest, otherwise you will really be exhausted."

She involuntarily raised the hand that was not being held, slowly and hesitantly letting it gently fall onto Jiang Shuliu's dark, soft hair, as if soothing a sorrowful child, tenderly caressing his head

Qiu Linxuan thought, like a proud snake twisting its waist, letting out a charming cold laugh

I truly have been excessive... In fact, I have always felt deep down that it was I who caused my father, mother, and Senior Han Qiuyue to leave. If I had not stubbornly insisted on having my mother untie the braid that symbolized happiness, if my strength had been a little greater and I could have taken my injured parents to the hospital, if I had been a little more outstanding to gain Senior Han Qiuyue's recognition... perhaps now, they would still be by my side. If my strength had been a little greater and I could have taken my injured parents to the hospital, if I had been a little more outstanding to gain Senior Han Qiuyue's recognition... perhaps now, they would still be by my side

Jiang Sulium exerted effort to pull apart the dark blue scarf that was wrapped around his neck, while panting heavily as he walked towards Yue Linxuan, exuding a palpable aura of menace.

Well, since that's the case, we will stay here with you. I will go buy some food to replenish your energy.

Behind them, on the hillside, the cheerful "Little Cola Snowman" was laughing heartily, adorned with a pink scarf around its neck. Beside it, a "Boy Snowman" wore a blue scarf with the pattern of the river's flow, happily holding the hand of the "Little Cola Snowman".

Little Yan, I am sorry, I have never told you that in my heart you have always been the adorable and willful little sister, and I cannot face you with any other feelings

Shh—Maki! I told you not to speak so loudly! Be careful not to let the other children and the grandmothers hear! I don't want to worry everyone

For a true friend, a name is merely a code; does it really matter what it is called? If you regard Le Xiaolian as a friend, whether you call her Jiang Shuo Liu or Shi Xun, what you present to her will be the real you, will it not

Jiang Shaoliu stood up straight, earnestly gazing into Yu Hanyan's eyes

At that moment, the phone rang. Fearing that he might disturb Le Xiaolian, Jiang Shuliu quickly walked outside the door, glanced at the phone screen, and pressed the answer button

The wind rustled through the withered branches and leaves of the great tree, resembling the sound of footsteps, as a chorus of rustling filled the surroundings

I will never part with Little Cola," Jiang Shuliu said, gazing steadfastly at Le Xiaolian. "I will use all my strength to be with Little Cola until the end of my life.

Jiang Shuliu! It was all instructed by Yue Linxuan! Please let us go!

Did not see?

I just feel that since you care so much about Le Xiaolian, helping adults achieve their happiness is not a bad thing

Little Cola ... ... '' Seeing that Le Xiaolian was silent for a long time, Jiang Shuliu looked at her nervously like a primary school student waiting for his report card, `` Can I ... ... be your friend? ''

Amid a series of clear and cheerful laughter, Le Xiaolian and Jiang Shuliu walked hand in hand into the birch forest, heading down the hillside under the bright moonlight

In a luxurious study located in another direction of the city, Yu Hanyan, dressed in a quilted long dress, stood gracefully at the door of the study like a princess, happily watching Jiang Shaoliu.

At this moment, the clouds had dispersed, and beneath the dazzling starlight, Jiang Shuliu and Le Xiaolian gently leaned their foreheads against each other, solemnly making a promise to one another in their hearts. However, they were unaware of what this promise would ultimately bring them—suffering or fortune.

By the way, Xiao Lian, how did you offend Yu Hanyan

Little Cola, I am sorry that my hesitation has made you bear such sadness alone for so long... However, from now on, I will do my utmost to protect you with my strongest self, along with my vow! I will become the King of Tower Assault!

... ... Lian ... ... Xiao Lian

Bang. As if repairing a cassette tape recorder, Shen Xuechi raised her hand without saying a word and struck Zhang Xinru on the top of her head.

"It doesn't matter, everyone," Le Xiaolian said with a strong smile, squinting at all the people outside the school gate. "With words like that, I will work hard for all of you too!"

All of you, stop it!

Le Xiaolian glanced at her worried companion and took a deep breath

Yu Hanyan bit her pale lips tightly, yet tears still stubbornly fell from the corners of her eyes onto the snow-white carpet at her feet

Lin Xuan

Smoke, you have misunderstood

It seems that Xiao Kele has not yet encountered these individuals; otherwise, given her personality, it would be surprising if nothing happened

Wen Zhenhai's words left Jiang Shuo stunned, as if he had fallen into deep thought, his eyes wide open.

Hmph, Le Xiaolian, you may as well try your hardest. Someone like you, who is completely unaware of your own limitations, even if the Smoke Princess does not instruct me, I, Yue Linxuan, will definitely teach you a lesson! Just wait and see!

Upon seeing the suddenly appearing Jiang Sulium, Yue Linxuan felt as if she were a computer with disrupted circuits, instantly becoming bewildered and at a loss.

Hmm, Hai, you seem particularly enthusiastic about the matters between me and Le Xiaolian lately." Jiang Shuo Liu smiled faintly, "I really don't know what you are thinking.

Le Xiaolian smiled gratefully and nodded, resembling a commanding general, as she forcefully planted the iron shovel into the ground

Absolutely not! She rushed to the corner of the wall, picked up the broom that had been left there from last night, her eyes shining with a determined flame, her heart swelling with courage, and once again plunged into the arduous battle of sweeping the snow

Oh? Is there a second magic?

He seemed to have run a long distance, as if he had just emerged from a hot spring, his body radiating heat, and his bangs completely soaked with sweat

Bang! However, just as Le Xiaolian took two steps forward, the back of her head was suddenly struck with a heavy blow! Before she could turn around to see what had happened, Le Xiaolian suddenly felt a darkness before her eyes, and then she collapsed to the ground, losing consciousness

The boys who were shoveling snow on the vehicle hurriedly threw away their shovels and shouted in panic

In the stillness, time flows quietly in the room, with only the occasional sound of cold wind rustling through the evergreen branches outside the window.