Chapter 6, Heart Rate 100, Prince Lily Hua

After speaking, Shi Xun silently brushed past Jiang Shuo, walking quickly downstairs through the adoring gazes of the surrounding girls

After a tense standoff of several seconds, during which their gazes locked in a stalemate, Le Xiaolian ultimately succumbed due to a lack of energy and physical strength, having no choice but to concede defeat.

Are you talking about Xiaoxue? As soon as the school bell rings, she disappears, running faster than a ninja

Jiang Shaoliu's face suddenly brightened, as if Le Xiaolian's answer was the most delicious candy in the world, making him so happy that he almost laughed out loud, his bright smile illuminating the entire stairwell

Having finished speaking, the history teacher grabbed the textbook and rushed out, leaving behind a classroom full of astonished voices

It was as if she were trying to verify the feelings in her heart; Le Xiaolian secretly glanced at Jiang Shuli again. When she saw Jiang Shuli's two serious gazes that seemed to be questioning her, she felt like a thief caught by the police, with cold sweat trickling down her back.

Is it possible for the flawless Jiang Shuo, who is as perfect as a celestial being, to have a nemesis? It seems unlikely!

Crackling!

At this moment, facing Shi Xun, stood a large crowd of people, and at the forefront was none other than the King of Xinggao—Jiang Sholiu. Beside him were the two who always accompanied him like guardians, Wen Zhenhai and Xiao Yanfeng, as the three were surrounded by a large group of students from Deya High School

Students who have not yet adapted to the new semester are still gathered around the bulletin board next to the Star Alliance gate at 7:50 in the morning, curiously discussing something, showing no intention of returning to their classrooms

"How could this happen?" The homeroom teacher's lips, painted a deep red, trembled slightly. Her smile from just moments ago had not yet faded, and sadness instantly surfaced on her cheeks, expressing the confusion felt by the entire class. "How can the hope of Deya High School, a prodigy capable of resisting the currents of Jiangshuo, not understand classical Chinese literature?"

Thinking of this, Le Xiaolian quietly turned around on tiptoe, but just as she lifted one foot to step onto the stairs, a voice suddenly sounded behind her

"Excellent." The man sneered at the doctor, suddenly standing up from his seat. "I had anticipated that you would give up halfway. It is truly a thankless task to incite an exemplary student like you to commit wrongdoing. However, I will continue with my previous plan. I am determined to make Jiang Shuo completely disappear in Xinghua Province."

The boy seemed completely unconcerned that Le Xiaolian had, without her awareness, become the target of criticism among the girls in the class. He busily took out his books and stationery from his backpack, preparing for the class.

The rain is falling heavier and heavier, and in the biting cold wind, the rain dances chaotically outside the window as if it has been thrown into the air, mirroring the mood of this chilly autumn night.

After preparing herself mentally, she once again opened her eyes wide and quickly scanned the long list of names one last time

If you are free in the evening, let's go celebrate together? Celebrate your return, Xinghua

However, Le Xiaolian has completely become a victim. While being pierced by countless envious and jealous gazes, she was also thoroughly "exiled" by her classmates, who were immensely curious about Shi Xun. Until the class bell rang, the students surrounding Shi Xun were unwilling to return to their own seats.

That night in the blue tent, when Le Xiaolian chose me, I should have been very happy, but all I felt at that moment was pain. Xiaolian was right; revenge is merely pouring salt on a wound, and it can also hurt those around me. Although I still hate the Jiang family for killing my best friend, I no longer want to vent my anger through revenge. I believe that my deceased friend would not want me to do this either

Who, after all, will be the one to take my place in disrupting the gears of Xiaolian's fate

"Shi Xun! What do you mean by saying you don't like me? Tell me!"

In the classroom of Class 1A at Deya High School (verification), as soon as Le Xiaolian sat down at her desk, she slumped onto it like a powerless loach, exuding a sense of sorrow and indignation that enveloped the entire classroom like the thick smoke billowing from a large chimney.

The classmates in the class curiously glanced at the two girls, and one second later, as if they had heard nothing, they returned to their own activities.

Oh no, that guy is angry

Your intelligence is mistaken! Don't joke around! Jiang Shuo Liu cannot possibly have a nemesis

Shi Xun, with a cold expression, slowly descended the stairs. When she reached Jiang Sholiu's side, she turned her head, her pair of bright and clear black eyes fixed intently on Jiang Sholiu, as if she wanted to see through his heart

"Stop! Stop!" Suddenly, the English teacher interrupted her with a pained expression, as if suffering from a toothache, "Classmate Le Xiaolian, although your reading of the text is very fluent, why does your intonation lack any American charm?"

"I have won," Jiang Shuli said, resembling a victorious boxer, a smug smile playing on his lips. "Additionally, please inform them to relay to the friend they intend to bring that if she does not attend, I will be very displeased." There was a hint of intimidation in Jiang Shuli's tone, and Le Xiaolian had already lost hope in her plans to confront him, dejectedly waving her hand.

What?!

Le Xiaolian felt a chill at the back of her neck, her face displaying an expression on the verge of tears as she turned her head to look at the owner of the voice—Jiang Shuliu

Little Lian was drawn into a terrifying situation because of my stubbornness. Even if I decide to stop now, is it already too late?

Holidays always seem to end particularly quickly, and in the blink of an eye, it is already the first day of school at the four secondary schools of the Star Alliance

"P, please speak Chinese! Is that okay?" Le Xiaolian understood the English sentence that Xiang had just said, and the anger that had been suppressed in her heart finally erupted with a bang. "We are staying here today to learn classical Chinese! So before discussing other topics, let's resolve your issue with Chinese first!"

What a great opportunity! While everyone's attention is still on Jiang Shuo Liu and Shi Xun, I should quickly make my escape! Otherwise, once everyone comes to their senses, I will once again become well-known to all!

She actually arrived late for the tower assault qualification exam, and now she has become an auditor in the tower assault class, which is truly a disgrace to the virtue and elegance of our institution

"Oh? Well, I suppose I know them," Le Xiaolian replied somewhat perplexedly

After the applause subsided, at the entrance of the classroom, which shimmered with a faint translucent white light, a slender figure appeared as if it had traversed through time and space. Dressed in a brand new dark green Deya High School uniform, with a white cashmere scarf, the figure possessed a delicate face with graceful lines reminiscent of a girl, features that were both refined and elegant yet carried a hint of scholarly charm, complemented by a head of bronze-colored, elegant, and smooth hair

Ah, it seems that my awareness is still insufficient, as I am not as quick to react as Xiaoxue. Le Xiaolian made a deadpan face and turned her head, secretly muttering to herself.

Thank you very much

However, Xiaoru, if it were someone else, it would be fine, but it is Shixun, our class's study committee member

Listening to the gradually fading footsteps of Xun, Jiang Shuo slightly lowered his head, his expression melancholic and somewhat helpless

Today's theme—fool's face. Therefore, I must film you. Shen Xuechi replied seriously while looking at the video footage on the DV.

我不明白他为什么会暗恋你

Uh, wait, why should I explain to Jiang Shuo Liu? What happened between Shi Xun and me should have nothing to do with him, right? But, but why do I feel a sense of guilt?

What? The nemesis of Jiang Shuo?!

Le Xiaolian and Xiao Yanfeng trembled simultaneously, as if they were two skyrockets ignited, their entire bodies engulfed in blazing flames

How could this happen? This is excessive! This is too much!

Bang

Light Snow

Using the derived universal formula. sin² α = 2sin α cos α = 2sin α cos α / (cos²(α) + sin²(α))

Bang

Zi zi zi zi--zi zi zi zi--.

Little Lian! You have arrived! Have you checked the results board for the last tower assault qualification exam?

The boy came to his senses, turned to glance at the homeroom teacher, and walked slowly to the side of the podium, turning to face the classmates in the classroom

Wow, how handsome! This is the first time I have realized that our school uniform is actually so good-looking!

Hu called because previously Jiang Shuo had impersonated Shi Xun, and now suddenly seeing the real Shi Xun made him feel somewhat uncomfortable. Le Xiaolian looked at Shi Xun, who was elegantly leaning against the desk, gracefully crossing his legs while reading the English novel "Gone with the Wind," and suddenly felt a sense of unease all over.

What on earth! After failing to confess to classmate Xi Xun, she is now trying to win over Jiang Shuo Liu! How can there be such shameless girls!

You are going too far! Do you look down on me?

Because Xiaoru is unwell, I will be substituting for her in your class today, Classmate Shi Xun

Is he really going to study in our class? I suddenly feel that there is so much sunshine in my life

This fellow ... ? ... Has he forgotten the agreement we made? ? ! He actually came over swaggering with a flimsy excuse! Could it be that he will always use this method to approach me? What a cunning individual!

Even the history teacher said this? Le Xiaolian, who has once again become the target of criticism, twitched her pale lips, silently complaining about the teacher in her heart. But usually, when I analyze things with this logic, you always said it was perfect... and even took the initiative to approach the class teacher, requesting that I be the history class representative. Why today...

Shi Xun leaned against the desk behind him, casually twirling a pen while responding indifferently

Next, is this guy going to make an appearance again

"Classmate Le Xiaolian, your analysis of this historical event is logically sound, but it is rather superficial," said the history teacher, squinting through his high-powered glasses, his aged voice sounding scholarly.

What? How could this happen?! The homeroom teacher was plunged into deep sorrow, but after a few minutes, she suddenly regained her composure, forcefully throwing the Chinese textbook onto the podium and roaring like a general declaring war, "No matter what, we cannot allow this hard-won genius to have a lopsided education! Even if it kills me, I must improve your Chinese grades, oh dear!"

After the man finished speaking, he walked slowly towards the staircase. When he passed by Han Qiuyue, he stopped, placing a hand on her shoulder. The man turned his face to look at her, and his thin lips, illuminated by the light, curled into a mysterious smile

However, Xiaoru, I am merely an auditor... This feeling is akin to having one foot in the coffin, neither truly alive nor dead... Therefore, there is nothing to congratulate about

Hmm, the tremor of a fool

The girl's information elicited a burst of laughter from her classmates, and the two girls stood awkwardly at the classroom door, exchanging glances, seemingly uncertain about the credibility of the information they had just shared.

Alas... now it has only gotten worse, it is as if I have jumped into the Yellow River and cannot wash it clean... Why on earth did I agree to "set three rules" with Jiang Shaoliu?

I am leaving. In the classroom, another person who heard this news and did not mock it—Shen Xuechi—suddenly turned around without warning and walked back to her seat

After Le Xiaolian's voice faded, the only sound in the classroom was the gentle turning of book pages. Shi Xun seemed to be in another space, completely ignoring Le Xiaolian, keeping his head down and continuing to read his novel

Wen Zhenhai's deep voice was like cold seawater, instantly calming the heated atmosphere that had been boiling with anger. He fixed his gaze on Xiao Yanfeng, who still wanted to continue arguing, and then walked steadily up the stairs to the same level as Shi Xun, turning around to extend a friendly hand towards him

No, it can't be! Is my sixth sense too strong? It really is him—the motorcycle taxi driver!

The first examination of the tower assault qualification round

The dim yellow light filters through the circular lampshade, casting an oval orange shadow on the grayish ceiling, enveloping the entire room in a faint, misty aura of mystery

The teacher probably forgot; the calculation method I mentioned earlier was what he told us during class yesterday

Sigh, here it comes again. When will these days filled with resentment come to an end

At this thought, Le Xiaolian unconsciously turned to glance at Shi Xun, resembling a prisoner who had given up resistance and resigned to fate

She is Le Xiaolian! Previously, she was entangled with Senior Han Qiuyue!

In the room behind the window, a man sits at a square table, his body partially shrouded in the darkness that the desk lamp does not illuminate, speaking with a tone that is slightly mocking

"Stop, Shi Xun!"

Upon seeing the somewhat superfluous parentheses after her name, Le Xiaolian's excited mood instantly cooled down.

Notice: Student Le Xiaolian from Deya Middle School attended a make-up exam due to tardiness for the first examination. Although she passed the exam, due to her improper attitude, the Tower Assault Committee has decided to demote Le Xiaolian to an auditing student in the Tower Assault class. Her future performance will be evaluated to determine whether she is eligible to continue participating in the Tower Assault qualifying competitions and the Tower Assault tournament.

Cut

Le Xiaolian stood there in surprise, listening to her classmates discussing "Jiang Shuo Liu's nemesis" as if they were talking about a joke, feeling a vague sense of excitement and unease in her heart

"Hmm, I remember," Shen Xuechi raised the earlier 'murder weapon'—her right hand in a knife hand gesture, looking expressionlessly at Le Xiaolian. "What difference does it make to you between a formal student and an auditing student? After all, both are required to participate in the tower assault."

Today we will continue studying the text "On Learning." As the class bell rang, the homeroom teacher had just written the topic for Chinese on the blackboard when he turned around and eagerly called out the name of Shi Xun, "The poem says: 'O noble gentleman, do not seek constant ease. Take your duties seriously, uphold integrity, and the divine will hear you, granting you great blessings.' Shi Xun, could you please translate this ancient text?" (Note: O noble gentleman, do not always think of comfort. Treat your responsibilities with seriousness and uphold the virtue of integrity. The divine will hear all this and grant you immense happiness.)

Once again, it was such a sudden occurrence, without any warning. Shi Xun interrupted her question and turned into the questioner himself, yet his gaze remained fixed on the book.

It is not a confession! It is a misunderstanding! Shi Xun! You should explain as well!

Mathematics class

Le Xiaolian stood behind the desk, holding her English textbook with both hands and earnestly reading the prepared text aloud

It seems that Jiang Shuo Liu and Shi Xun have indeed known each other for a long time ... ? ... Are they enemies? This morning, it seemed that a girl mentioned that the two of them are archrivals ... However, from the way they looked at each other just now, there seems to be an indescribable intimacy ... ...

"Clap clap clap! Well said!" The math teacher's eyes lit up, as if discovering a new theorem, and his face turned bright red with excitement. "This is the most perfect calculation method! Everyone, let's applaud classmate Xun!"

Conquered by Zhang Xinru's tears at the last moment, Le Xiaolian had no choice but to return to her seat with a stiff upper lip, turning around to face Shi Xun, who was separated from her by a desk.

Black energy! Black energy! Black energy!

Ah! Le Xiaolian! I passed! Sigh? Wait, what does it mean to be an auditor?

Xiao Ru, Xiao Xue, congratulations to both of you for passing the first exam!" Le Xiao Lian congratulated her two friends in a tone and expression reminiscent of a lament.

The gentleman said: Learning should never cease. Indigo is derived from the indigo plant, yet it is bluer than the plant itself; ice is formed from water, yet it is colder than water. A tree, when straightened with a string, can be bent into a wheel, and its curve conforms to a ruler. Even if it faces harsh weather, it will not return to its original state; it is the bending that causes this. The poem states: 'Alas, you gentlemen, do not seek constant comfort; if you lose your position, cherish integrity.' The last line is annotated: If you are a gentleman, do not always think of ease. Take your responsibilities seriously and cherish the virtue of integrity. The divine will hear all this and grant you great happiness.

What is so strange about transfer students? Aren't there often transfer students in the Star Alliance?" A boy sitting in the front row, who was reading materials, lifted his head and looked at the two girls with impatience

The classmates in the class gradually quieted down, and after completing the classroom etiquette under the slogan of the class monitor Zhang Xinru, the homeroom teacher, praised as "a flower of the 1960s," excitedly stood on tiptoe, cleared her throat, and announced in a loud voice

Upon hearing the voice of Le Xiaolian, Shi Xun casually lifted his head to glance at her, much like one would when hearing the cooing of doves in the square, and then his gaze naturally returned to the book in his hands

"Huh!" Le Xiaolian rolled her eyes dramatically. Suppressing the anger that was churning in her chest, she steadied her emotions and opened the prepared draft notebook, laying it flat on the desk. "Classmate Shi Xun, starting today, we will spend a week together to help you understand the basics of classical Chinese literature. Do you think that would be acceptable?"

Yes, I am very sorry. On a cold autumn night, I looked up and nodded affirmatively in response.

Big news! Big news! A transfer student has joined our class!

As for this, Le Xiaolian had no choice but to seek refuge next to Shen Xuechi or Zhang Xinru's seats, rolling her eyes at the fill-in-the-blank exercise, completely at a loss.

Le Xiaolian stood there lost in thought, when suddenly her eyes lit up as if she had thought of something. She glanced at the girls below the stairs who were equally perplexed, and a smirk escaped her lips.

Student Shi Xun, I just asked you

You are still as hypocritical as before This time I will take away everything that you should not have

Why are there so many people here? Why does Jiang Shuo Liu see this large crowd of people here, resembling an audience of a stage play? Le Xiaolian's mind went blank as if it had short-circuited

The boy smiled helplessly, his gaze sweeping across the classroom like an autumn breeze, as if his classmates were nothing more than invisible dust. Then, he took the initiative to walk behind Le Xiaolian and sat down in the empty seat behind her

However, upon hearing Zhang Xinru's congratulations, Le Xiaolian felt as if a heavy stone had been tied to her feet, and her mood worsened even further

"Classmate Jiang Shuo Liu, is there anything else?" Le Xiao Lian's voice trembled slightly

This time, it was not the classmates in the class who suddenly erupted in screams, but the usually disdainful of "infatuation" Le Xiaolian! She exclaimed, jumping up from her seat like a rocket, turning around with wide eyes in disbelief as she stared at the "motorcycle taxi driver" behind her.

A burst of enthusiastic applause erupted in the classroom. Although the students had previously been skeptical of the information brought by the two girls, their curiosity, piqued like a growth stimulant, stretched their necks out by a factor of two as they eagerly craned to look towards the classroom door.

Rushing to the stairway at the corridor of the teaching building, Le Xiaolian jumped down several steps at a time. As soon as she caught sight of his silhouette standing at the corner, she shouted in exasperation!

Because it is annoying

The American style? Le Xiaolian's mouth twitched twice, nearly causing her to fall onto the table

I am starting to believe that he is the nemesis of Jiang Shuo Liu! He is the first boy I have seen who can shake my admiration for Jiang Shuo Liu!

Amidst the girls' screams, Le Xiaolian, who found it difficult to comprehend this excitement, let out a weak sigh

The homeroom teacher was very pleased with the students' reactions, as if the boy standing at the classroom door were her own son, smiling affectionately as she waved at him.

As if unwilling to accept it, Shi Xun abruptly closed the novel as per Le Xiaolian's request, slapped his head, and looked at her, his face displaying an expression of cold arrogance and impatience

Shi Xun scratched his temple with a finger, and his demeanor seemed less casual than it had been in the morning

Brush, brush, brush, brush—brush, brush, brush, brush—

What exactly should I do now

Come on, don't just stand at the door, why not greet your classmates?

"By the way, Xiaolian, didn't you also get accepted? Congratulations!" Seeing Le Xiaolian's listless appearance, Zhang Xinru smiled and congratulated her, hoping to lift her spirits.

"Oh? Leo is your English name, right? Could you please tell everyone your Chinese name?" The voice of the homeroom teacher already carried a hint of pleading.

History class

Zhang Xinru and Shen Xuechi walked to Le Xiaolian's desk one after the other, with an uncontainable joy radiating from Zhang Xinru's face

In the densely packed crowd resembling a swarm of bees, Le Xiaolian was like a small fish swimming against the current, gritting her teeth as she struggled to push through her classmates in front of her. Finally, she managed to squeeze to the very front of the crowd, standing before the bulletin board

Don't you think he looks a bit like the South Korean star Kim Hyun-joong

Shi Xun expressed his disagreement with a faint tone, casting a brief glance at Le Xiaolian. He picked up his backpack from beside the desk, stuffed the novel into it, then stood up from his seat, slung the backpack over one shoulder, and looked expressionlessly at the astonished Le Xiaolian.

On a chilly autumn night, I gently closed my eyes, propping my heavy head with my hand, feeling utterly exhausted

Although his previous response was completely off-topic, it is a progress that he is willing to speak up. Next, let us gradually guide him back on the right path

Dear students, before we begin the class, I would like to announce that today a student who has returned from studying in the United States will officially join our class. Please give a warm round of applause to welcome our new classmate

An awkward silence fell over the classroom, and after a few seconds of waiting to confirm that there would be no further developments, the students erupted into a second wave of excited chatter

Brush, brush, brush, brush

After arranging the stools, Shi Xun walked towards the back door of the classroom with his hands in his pockets. When he reached the classroom door, he suddenly stopped, lazily turned around, and looked at Le Xiaolian with an expression that was not devoid of emotion, but rather one that conveyed a complete lack of interest in expressing any feelings.

Hmph! The man let out a cold snort, clearly displeased, and cast an unhappy glance at Han Qiuyue.

Le Xiaolian was complaining in her heart with a sense of depression, her brows tightly knitted as she desperately struggled against the raging anger burning within her

Welcome back to your country

However, despite this, the students who regained their composure in the class fell into a state of frenzy. The girls, like excited groundhogs, stuffed their fingers into their mouths, their faces flushed with excitement, and their eyes sparkling brightly. It seemed as if the classroom was instantly submerged in a sea of pink flowers that erupted from the girls' heads, transforming it into an ocean of infatuation

Le Xiaolian swallowed, closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and gathered her courage once more

Alright, I understand.

I do not like you

However, this person is different! At the classroom door, a girl delivering the news swallowed hard and excitedly explained, "He just returned from the United States, and it is said that before he went to the U.S., he was the archrival of Jiang Shaoliu!"

clamor clamor

Le Xiaolian clearly heard the sound of her classmates and the homeroom teacher's hearts breaking

宽扎节诞生于1966年，当时人们创造了一个新的节日，以便非裔美国人能够

Just as Le Xiaolian and Shen Xuechi were playfully wrestling with each other, the two girls suddenly burst into the classroom, drenched in sweat, and shouted excitedly

"Le Xiaolian, do not let your heart waver just because a handsome guy has transferred to our class, and do not try to play both sides!" Seeing Le Xiaolian in a predicament, Xiao Yanfeng took great pleasure in adding insult to injury.

Classmate Shi Xun's analysis was truly unique! I, I am going to hold a seminar with the other teachers in the history department regarding this analysis right now! This class will be changed to self-study!

The sound of rustling or flowing

Xiaoxue is right; I cannot be discouraged by this. Instead, I should work even harder!

Even if Jiang Sholiu has a nemesis, they wouldn't transfer to our school, right? Such an outstanding person should be going to Xinggao instead!

"No need for that," Shi Xun replied to Wen Zhenhai with a faint smile, then turned his head to look at Jiang Sholiu at the bottom of the stairs, his expression revealing a hint of melancholy and coldness. "It seems you are not very welcoming to me, Jiang Sholiu."

"I came today to find classmates Shen Xuechi and Zhang Xinru, are they here?" Upon hearing Jiang Shuo Liu's words, the surrounding girls exchanged surprised glances with each other, while Xiao Yanfeng blinked in confusion. Only Wen Zhenhai chuckled lightly, understanding the situation.

Although classmate Le Xiaolian's answer to this question is correct, it is not the best method, the mathematics teacher murmured thoughtfully with arms crossed, "Classmate Shi Xun, could you please provide an answer?"

Ah! So this is a confession? Jiang Shuo Liu glanced at Shi Xun and Le Xiao Lian, as if he had come to a realization, and spoke in a teasing tone. Perhaps it was due to the grayish-white light filtering through the glass window at the corner of the staircase, but at that moment, the smile on Jiang Shuo Liu's face resembled that of a little devil

Ahaha! Look for Xiaoxue and Xiaoru!" Le Xiaolian interrupted Xiao Yanfeng's code deciphering, deliberately raising her voice in a cold sweat, "It seems they have already returned to the dormitory! Hehehehe!"

Students from the neighboring class, as well as those from other grades and schools (predominantly girls), gathered excitedly outside Class 1A, pointing and gesturing at Shi Xun, occasionally erupting into bursts of screams

It has nothing to do with me

On a chilly autumn night, with a slight bow of apology, the voice was low yet resolute

Le Xiaolian was taken aback, and she, who had already sadly grown accustomed to being treated as a "stepping stone" for Shi Xun, looked up in surprise at the homeroom teacher

The poem states, O noble one, there is no eternal rest for you

List of Passers

She lowered her head to look at the small print at the bottom of the list

Le Xiaolian's expression instantly dimmed, resembling that of a death row inmate with a knife held to her throat, her heart felt as cold as if it were submerged in an ice cave

Upon hearing Le Xiaolian's words, Shi Xun raised his head and glanced at her briefly, then continued to observe while murmuring to himself

Listening to Xu Tao reciting passages from "Encouragement to Study" without pause, and accurately explaining the idioms posed by the class teacher, Le Xiaolian seemed to be frozen in place, her mouth agape as if she had been struck by a spell.

Is it another scammer

Why am I always so unlucky, constantly facing inexplicable resentment from people because of such individuals? "Wait, wait a moment, you haven't introduced yourself to everyone yet!" The homeroom teacher finally came to her senses, awkwardly brushed her bangs away from her forehead, and said with a somewhat stiff smile.

"Le Xiaolian, Le Xiaolian, Le Xiaolian, Le Xiaolian..." It was as if she were reciting a spell. Le Xiaolian quickly skimmed through a long list of familiar names beneath the title while softly murmuring her own name.

I apologize, I have not read enough Chinese books

Le Xiaolian turned her head and glanced at him, feeling dissatisfied and began to complain in her heart

Suddenly confronted by the captivating gaze of a boy, the homeroom teacher stood there as if affected by magnetic force, her mind momentarily unable to react, leaving her staring blankly at his face

"Hmm," Xun replied softly, drawing out his right hand, as white as snow, from his trouser pocket and gently patting it on Wen Zhenhai's palm in response

"Is he your boyfriend?" Shi Xun casually asked, his long, fair fingers flipping through the pages of the book. Le Xiaolian could not discern which of the two matters—his question or his reading—he was more concerned about at that moment

After listening to Shixun's answer, the history teacher was shocked and stared wide-eyed, taking a full three minutes to regain composure

As if sensing a special gaze directed at him from an infatuated admirer, the boy instinctively turned his head to look over.

During the filming of the "First Day of School Special," Shen Xuechi held the DV and captured a close-up of Le Xiaolian's deadpan expression, nodding in satisfaction at this wonderful shot

Hehehe, they are arguing again! Seeing Le Xiaolian and Shen Xuechi tangled up like a twisted doughnut, Zhang Xinru twitched her lips, a large drop of cold sweat trickling down her forehead. "Truly deserving of the name 'Thunder and Lightning' of the 'Snow Lotus Duo.'"

Xiaoxue, Le Xiaolian resembled an engine brewing with energy, clenching her fists, her body trembling slightly, "I am angry, why do you always take pictures of such strange things?"

He lightly patted the shoulder of the chilly autumn night twice and proudly strode away

"Oh? For now, there is none." Le Xiaolian glanced at the Chinese textbook and the draft book on the table, her heart enveloped by a sense of shame that was difficult to articulate.

The sound of clapping or slapping

"You have a point, thank you all, Xiaoxue, Xiaoru!" Le Xiaolian stood up, gently holding the hands of Shen Xuechi and Zhang Xinru, her eyes sparkling with gratitude. However, after 1 second, 2 seconds, 3 seconds, as Le Xiaolian looked at the DV camera in front of Shen Xuechi's face, which was pointed at her like a cannon, her smile began to stiffen. "Xiao, Xiao Xue, could you please stop filming me? You've been pointing the DV camera at me, and it feels a bit strange!"

"I originally thought that by utilizing Le Xiaolian, you would be able to completely defeat Jiang Sholiu, but I did not expect that before reaching the point of defeating Jiang Sholiu, your own resolve has already wavered," the man gazed at the silent boy in white, frowning in disappointment. After taking a sip of hot tea, he continued, "You have violated the agreement we made to jointly overthrow Jiang Sholiu. This is truly unlike you, 'Blue Rose Prince, Classmate Han Qiuyue.'"

Seeing the excited teacher, Le Xiaolian felt a large row of black lines appear on her forehead

非裔美国人拥有悠久的历史和丰富的文化，但宽扎节是一个年轻的节日。宽扎节诞生于

Foolish Jiang Shuo Liu! Did you not see the way those girls are looking at me? I am about to be done in by their gazes, and you wouldn't want to make things worse, would you?

"Please speak Chinese during the language tutoring session." Le Xiaolian's cheeks flushed crimson, and she turned her face away, her mind ignited like a small spark, making her cheeks feel hot and flushed. "I would never choose such a troublesome person to be my boyfriend"

However, just as Xun's title of "Jiang Shuo Liu Tian Di" was gradually gaining recognition, a sudden thunderclap struck the sky during the last class

When he saw Le Xiaolian, who was sitting stiffly in the center of the classroom, the boy grasped the shoulder strap of the backpack draped over his right shoulder, slightly tilted his head, and squinted his black pearl-like eyes at her. His lips, which were slightly parted like a flower about to bloom, seemed to be wanting to ask something

The roar of a fool

Is there anything else?

It still ended in failure... the battle between you and Jiang Shaoliu

She lowered her head, suppressing her anger, gazing down at Jiang Shuo Liu, whose eyes were filled with reproach and fury, while Jiang Shuo Liu looked back with a serious and sincere gaze, like a child earnestly seeking a promise, clashing in mid-air and sparking dazzling flames

Eh? Liu, you wouldn't want to go out and play with Le Xiaolian just to take a look at Shi Xun, would you...

Opposite the man, a young boy dressed in a white sweater sat there, quietly sipping tea as if he were deep in thought, without responding to the man's words

It is truly strange, why didn't the homeroom teacher ask me to answer the question first

Under the night sky, a heavy rain began to fall, as if washing away the clamor of the day. At this moment, the Star Alliance campus was particularly quiet

And you, kid, do you want to get beaten up just because you returned? Le Xiaolian is a woman of Jiang Sholiu, and you are not allowed to touch her

Oh? Xiao, Xiao Ru, don't cry! I, I understand now! I will help you!

English class

Shi Xun raised his head, wearing an expression that suggested he was about to fall asleep as he looked at the history teacher, and delivered a remarkable commentary that could only be heard in a Discovery program

Le Xiaolian looked down the stairs at the group of girls whose hair stood on end like a bunch of angry cats, as well as Jiang Sholiu, who wore a poker face, and felt as if dozens of firecrackers were exploding in her head, making a cacophony that nearly blew her mind!

Xing Xun, who was as languid as a prince enjoying afternoon tea, impatiently sighed, too lazy to even stand up. With one hand, he casually flipped open the textbook and read it in a lazy manner

Seeing the unreserved smile that conveyed his joyful mood, Le Xiaolian felt as if her heart was filled to the brim with the happiness he transmitted, and her expression involuntarily brightened with joy

When Le Xiaolian was in despair like a candle about to burn out, suddenly her eyes brightened, and the waning vitality surged back up again!

Le Xiaolian, Le Xiaolian, Le Xiaolian, Le Xiaolian ... ...

Moreover, the one who will replace you in defeating Jiang Sholiu has already arrived

Bang

As expected, the history teacher elongated his tone to call out the illustrious name of Shixun

As soon as Le Xiaolian finished speaking, a sudden force struck the top of her head, and she immediately felt as if her head had been split open like a watermelon, producing a muffled sound. "Ouch! That hurts! Xiao, Xiao Xue, please don't forget that you are a third-degree black belt in karate, okay?"

Stop! Le Xiaolian, like a decisive judge, slammed her hands on the desk with force, stood up from her seat, and rushed towards Shi Xun

Due to the sudden scream just now, from the first class until the noon break, Le Xiaolian was unable to lift her head under the disdainful and jealous gazes of the girls surrounding her class and the entrance to their classroom

Le Xiaolian, holding her painfully split head, raised her head with a tear in her eye and complained to Shen Xuechi in frustration

Why have I not seen my name yet? ... No, I have not looked at the last column of the list yet, my name will definitely be there, it will definitely be there, it will definitely be there

Do you know Jiang Shaoliu

Shi Xun raised his eyebrows, shaped like willow leaves, in disbelief. He slightly tilted his head to glance behind him and let out a light laugh tinged with mockery

"So, does this mean our cooperation has come to an end?" In the darkness, the man's voice turned cold.

The boy glanced around the entire class and turned to look at the homeroom teacher at the podium, his gaze carrying a hint of inquiry

Shi Xun casually turned his head to glance at Le Xiaolian, then cast a sidelong glance at Jiang Sholiu. His languid gaze suddenly became bright and focused, like a light bulb that had just been switched on.

Huff huff huff huff

Before she could finish her words, Le Xiaolian's mouth fell open in shock, leaving her stunned and unable to close it in time

Ignoring the fiery gaze of Le Xiaolian, Xiao Yanfeng strode forward with great pride, directly facing Shi Xun on the stairs, his eyes filled with provocation

Wonderful! Wonderful!" After listening to the朗读 by Xun, the English teacher excitedly clapped vigorously and once again threw a mocking glance at Le Xiaolian, saying, "This is an American pronunciation!"

So cool! Absolutely awesome! I have decided to rebel and devote myself to supporting the new idol

As she watched the silhouette of Xi Xun disappear at the classroom door, enveloped in the orange light of the setting sun, Le Xiaolian's mind ignited like a missile, producing a series of resounding explosions

I am absolutely! Absolutely angry!

Therefore, the class teacher forced me to make a military order, insisting that I must help classmate Shi Xun improve in Chinese no matter what. But, but I am really afraid of classmate Shi Xun. Xiao Lian, you must help me no matter what! Wuwuwuwu!

Wow, he is so cold and aloof! I am completely at a loss when it comes to this type of guy

"Shi Xun, how dare you 'cut' me? Don't forget that in the past at the Star Alliance Primary School, you were always a defeated subordinate of Liu! You must be afraid of Liu, which is why after returning to Xinghua City, you transferred to Deya High School instead of going to Xinggao, right? What qualifications do you have to 'cut' me?"

It aptly reflects the saying - there are shadows behind the sun. Behind Jiang Shuo Liu's brilliant smile, a chilling aura of murderous intent rises

On a chilly autumn night, the senior felt that it had been a long time since he had heard this name. Upon hearing this name, a faint pain surged in Le Xiaolian's chest.

I am Leo, from Boston, the boy casually replied as he hung his backpack beside the desk

The boy seemed impatient with the astonished gazes of his classmates. He wore a stern expression, slightly raised his chin, and his eyes, beautiful yet indifferent like snow lotus flowers, were unfocused, staring vacantly into the void ahead, showing no interest even in glancing at his classmates in the classroom

What does this even mean? I have no grievances or enmity with him, yet he utters such nonsensical words. Today is his first day at Deya, and if he has any objections to me, he must clarify them now; otherwise, troublesome matters will be endless in the future

The students immediately quieted down like the opening scene of a movie, shushing each other and straining their ears to hear the boy's voice clearly

The sound of rushing water

Wait a moment

Le Xiaolian was panting heavily, not even having the time to tidy up her disheveled school uniform or wipe the beads of sweat the size of mung beans from her forehead with a handkerchief. She widened her eyes, eagerly and anxiously searching for that familiar name on the poster affixed to the bulletin board.

The sound of rushing water

Amidst the subdued cheers of excitement from the classmates, Shi Xun slowly stood up as if he were a world-renowned savior, lowering his head to look at the Chinese textbook, preparing to answer the question earnestly. The homeroom teacher, who received such an honor, had eyes that sparkled as brightly as the moon during the Mid-Autumn Festival, with a face adorned with a smile full of hopeful happiness, eagerly anticipating Shi Xun's flawless response

Enough

The classroom, which had been filled with lively discussions, suddenly fell silent as if struck by a spell. Everyone stared in astonishment at the boy standing at the door, as if witnessing a marvel of the world, rendered speechless in that moment.

This guy actually acts as if I do not exist! Although Jiang Shuo's impersonation of Shi Xun was quite annoying in the past, I never expected that the real Shi Xun would be even more detestable!

Is that so? Jiang Shuo pretended to regretfully say, a sly smile flashing in his eyes, "Could you please help me convey to them that I would like to invite them to the seaside resort this Saturday night? However, since there are fewer girls, please ask them to bring a good friend along."

Wen Zhenhai turned his head to glance at the tense expression of Jiang Sholiu, following Shi Xun's gaze. Sensing the atmosphere tightening like a vacuum-sealed bag, he reached out and patted Shi Xun's shoulder, interrupting their eye contact

Seeing the expression on Jiang Shuo's face, Le Xiaolian's heart suddenly sank to the bottom of her feet

A brief sound that made the students doubt their own hearing suddenly passed by their ears

Eh? What do you mean it has nothing to do with you?! Le Xiaolian was so furious that she felt her head might fly to the ceiling. She anxiously looked at Jiang Sholiu at the bottom of the stairs, her heart filled with anger and grievance, rendering her speechless. All she could do was shake her head vigorously at Jiang Sholiu, her face flushed, saying, "No, that's not it! Jiang Sholiu."

Not only that, but today the teachers also seem particularly fond of Le Xiaolian, as if they were searching for a kindred spirit. Almost every question requires them to "hear what classmate Shi Xun has to say." As an indispensable presence that complements the flowers, Le Xiaolian is almost always called upon by the teachers to serve as an "imperfect model textbook" before Shi Xun answers any questions.

The sound of rushing water

Jiang Shaoliu fixed his gaze on Shi Xun, and for some reason, the expression on his face seemed somewhat heavy

The young man let out an impatient cold snort and finally revealed his full name

Do you all know? Since that is the case, why did you not answer correctly during the language class?

Le Xiaolian sat down thoughtfully at her desk again, but just as she settled onto the bench, the homeroom teacher walked into the classroom with a beaming face, wearing an excited smile as if she had just won a grand prize

Dong

As Le Xiaolian had anticipated, the arrival of the boy felt like a hunter's mark being placed beneath her, causing the girls in the class to turn their heads and glare at her with cold, fierce expressions. Their gazes were like poisoned arrows, piercing directly into Le Xiaolian's trembling heart

Unconsciously, Le Xiaolian took out a strange "hairpin" from the pocket of her school uniform. In her slightly flushed palm, the exquisite silver snowflake shimmered with a faint glow in the grayish light of the overcast day

I lost, alright, I will inform them

Upon thinking of this, Le Xiaolian took a deep breath, as if recharged, and her pair of dark, large eyes sparkled once again

Brush, brush, brush, brush

At that moment, Xu Weiwei turned her face slightly and impatiently rolled her eyes at Le Xiaolian in mid-air

The natural enemy of Jiang Shaoliu? Logically speaking, it should indeed be unlikely to exist, yet why does my heart race so intensely? I can't shake the feeling that something ominous is about to happen

I really did something foolish. If Xiao Lian knew, she probably wouldn't forgive me

Thus, under the forced contrast of Le Xiaolian, the perfect image of Shi Xun gradually became clearer. Whenever the class bell rang, Class A of Year 1 would become as lively as an exhibition hall at the World Expo

He actually broke two rules, and angry flames were rising from the top of Le Xiaolian's head

Zhang Xinru was momentarily taken aback, then regained her composure, smiling as she waved at Le Xiaolian while following Shen Xuechi back to her own seat

Silence, utter silence

After school, Zhang Xinru stopped Le Xiaolian outside the classroom, holding her hand tightly with a mournful expression, much like a peasant beseeching a magistrate to intervene on their behalf, as Le Xiaolian was about to head to the cafeteria for dinner

"Xiao Lian, I can only rely on you now, boo hoo..." Zhang Xinru's face was flushed with anxiety, and she tightly grasped Le Xiaolian's clothing corner, as if she was about to burst into tears.

After listening to the other subject teachers praise Shixun throughout the entire day, during the last class in the afternoon, the homeroom teacher who teaches Chinese finally had the opportunity to personally experience the sense of achievement and honor that comes when Shixun answers questions

It has been a long time since we last met, you have been away from Xinghua City for almost five years, haven't you

Contempt! Contempt!! Contempt!!

"Come on! My accent isn't pure, and isn't it all because of your teaching? What exactly are you so proud of?" Seeing the proud expression on the English teacher's face, Le Xiaolian silently cried out in her heart, but in the end, she could only turn her anger into a sigh

The malicious whispers and hateful gazes of the girls struck at Le Xiaolian like invisible arrows, the overwhelming force nearly causing her to lose her footing in place

"Classmate Shi Xun, please read the text that follows." The English teacher shot a glance at Le Xiaolian, then turned to Shi Xun, who was sitting there reading an English novel, with a beaming smile.

It is rather cold..." Wen Zhenhai smiled faintly, withdrew his hand, and looked at Xu with a smile, "But it is understandable, after all, when you left, we had not known each other for very long. However, you and Liu are different; you have known each other since birth, haven't you?"

Hello

Clap, clap, clap!

Time of Xun

The young man in white paused for a moment, his hand gripping the teacup stiffening slightly. After setting the cup down, he slowly said: "I am sorry, teacher... However, I have already given up on the plan for revenge."

Hahaha! I was purely lucky! Xiaoxue is the one with real strength!" Zhang Xinru laughed happily, sticking out her tongue and rubbing her hands in embarrassment, "She was admitted with the top score from Deya High School! One point higher than Senior Han Qiuyue, truly impressive!

Beside her, excited cheers and sorrowful cries echoed from time to time. Each time she finished reading a list, her heart would rise an inch in her throat amidst the cacophony. When she finished reading the last name on the penultimate list, Le Xiaolian felt as if her heart was lodged in her throat, nearly making it impossible for her to breathe

Silence, utter silence

The students' discussions grew increasingly loud, while in the center of the classroom, Le Xiaolian stood like a wax figure, her mouth agape in disbelief, motionless as she gazed at the boy at the classroom door

At this moment, in the Scarlet Moon Square located in the heart of the Star Alliance, a dim yellow glow flickers and dances in the window of the fourth level of the thirteen-story treasure tower—the Star Tower, which symbolizes mystery and power

"Xiao Lian, keep it up!" Seeing that Le Xiao Lian had regained her spirits, Zhang Xinru also felt a sense of relief, and her smile became even more radiant. "If you had received the notification for the tower assault exam like us back then, you would have officially graduated by now, so you cannot blame yourself for this matter!"

Eh? Since we have to participate in the tower assault anyway? Hearing Shen Xuechi's words, Le Xiaolian was taken aback, straightened her posture at the desk, and gradually calmed down. Xiaoxue is right, is it really that important to be a formal student? My goal is to become the "Tower Assault King"; it doesn't matter what identity I have to achieve this victory, right? Why should I care about such trivial matters? Before facing that fool in battle, I absolutely will not lose

Hearing Wen Zhenhai's words, Shi Xun instinctively glanced down the stairs at Jiang Shuliu, who always wore a lazy and indifferent expression. At this moment, he seemed like a different person, his gaze focused and fervent. Jiang Shuliu raised his head as if he were reading a long letter, scrutinizing Shi Xun. Their eyes met in mid-air, lacking the warmth of close friends reuniting after several years; instead, it resembled the animosity of old foes meeting again, with sparks flying from their colliding gazes.