Chapter 1, First Encounter

Although she arrived a few days early, the school was already open for registration. Since she came early, there was naturally no one in the dormitory. With the help of Su Zhi and Chen Zijia, she found the dormitory and successfully set up her bed in the window-side bunk.

I am full, I will head back to school first. Su Cuo stood up with the tray, and seeing Su Zhi also about to get up, she immediately shook her head, It has been several days, I know the way back to the dormitory. Didn't you just say that the meeting is about to start? No need to see me off.

Su Cuo was taken aback, smiling with an ambiguous expression as she turned her head. Upon turning, she saw Chen Zijia hailing a taxi coming towards them, and she let out a sigh, "The taxi is here, let's get in. I'm dying from the heat"

It depends on how you experience it. However, most people generally feel that our school is more enjoyable than yours

Then Su Cuo said to Su Zhi: "You have truly made a good friend, treating your friend's sister so well." She looked enviously, "If only I could have such a friend in university."

After a moment of surprise, Su Cuo averted his gaze and smiled at Su Zhi, saying, "I wonder what kind of family could raise someone like Chen Zijia."

The young man wearing glasses has beautifully smooth lines from the side, with a straight and upright nose; he sits quietly, exuding a strange and distant aura that easily captures the attention of others. Su Cuo vaguely wonders, who is he? After a long time, she finally sees the name "Xu Yihao" and the title "President of the Philosophy Research Society" written on his white shirt.

Su Cuo smiled at him and said, "Thank you, Senior Brother"

Su Chuo was captivated by the sight of the young couple, and Su Zhi cleared his throat, adopting the demeanor of an older brother. "This is no longer high school; dating in university is quite common. If you meet someone you like, you can also find a boyfriend. However, you must first bring him to me for evaluation, and only with my approval will it be acceptable."

Xu Yihai is his son

Just like many universities in major cities across the country, the two schools have their own areas of emphasis: Xida focuses on the humanities, while Huada emphasizes science and engineering. Each has its strengths, and although people often like to compare them, there is actually little to compare.

Su Cuo did not argue with him, remaining silent for a moment before looking up and smiling at Su Zhi, "What about you? Don't talk about me, when will you find me a sister-in-law?"

Su Cuo comforted him: "In fact, I can see it too, your market value is quite good, so don't lose heart. Out of ten, three girls are looking at you, which truly brings me comfort"

Her voice was crisp and resonant, enough to draw the attention of everyone around, even in a crowded cafeteria. The reason for the attention was not solely her undeniably pleasant voice, but also because the one being called was Chen Zijia, the well-known student of West University.

Su Zhi smiled again and nodded in agreement, "I told you before, A Cuo's grades were never the best before the second semester of her senior year; no one expected that she would make such rapid progress in just a few months, achieving the highest score in the college entrance examination in the entire school. Otherwise, how could she dare to apply to the neighboring Huada?"

Su Zhishen thought it was so, but deliberately kept it a mystery: "Indeed it is. You may very well take a guess."

... ...

Su Cuo laughed lightly, her gaze resting on the surface of the lake. The lake at night shimmered with a deep blue glow, appearing even more vast and magnificent than during the day, as if proclaiming, I am the true master of this place

Chen Zijia lowered his head and saw her fair neck, the luster reminding him of the warm and smooth white jade

This sentence successfully choked Su Zhi's unfinished words in his throat

After finishing their meal, Chen Zijia had something urgent to attend to, so Su Zhi and Su Cuo wandered around the school, chatting along the way. Feeling tired from walking, the two of them sat down by the lake. Nearby, there were several pairs of young couples, nestled together and whispering to each other. Their voices had become quite faint by the time they reached Su Zhi and Su Cuo, yet they could still sense the deep affection embedded in those indistinct sentences.

Su Zhi did not insist, saying: "Alright. Call me if you need anything"

Her laughter was crisp and clear. Xu Yihai lifted his gaze from the pages of the book and happened to see the girl in front of him, her eyes sparkling with laughter. The brilliance of her gaze momentarily distracted him, and he suddenly felt a strong desire to talk to her. However, out of habit, he ultimately said nothing. Yet, he no longer looked at the philosophy book in his hands; his gaze fell upon her hands as she filled out the form, her fingers slender and long, and her posture while holding the pen was quite standard.

Su Cuozhang immediately began to list a long string of famous historical sites and landmarks

Su Zhi was both amused and exasperated, "Dear sister, I have never cared about how well you are doing, so you need not concern yourself with me either"

Su Zhi did not return home this summer due to some matters, and it has been over half a year since he last saw his younger sister. He looked Su Cuo up and down, feeling a pang of heartache as he began to lament: "Acuo, why are you as thin as a bean sprout? Your face has become so sharp. I know that the third year of high school is tough, but you shouldn't have lost this much weight. Besides, it has been two or three months since the college entrance examination ended, and you are still this thin, as if a gust of wind could blow you over. What on earth is going on with you? Haven't Mom and Dad been feeding you?"

Being mixed in with them, Su Cuo clearly felt that she attracted much more attention than when she was alone. Especially in the cafeteria of West University, the piercing gazes seemed to fly at her like daggers. Every word and action of hers became one of the focal points of others' attention. Why was it one of the focal points? Because the center of attention was Chen Zijia

Do you genuinely find that person interesting and want to join, or is it because they are handsome and you want to get close? I'm not trying to discourage you, Aco, but can you write a 5,000-word philosophical essay? It was so difficult to write an essay back in middle school that I had to ghostwrite for you. Su Zhi cast a sidelong glance at Su Cuo and said, "Let me tell you, Xu Yihao is quite difficult to deal with; he is a very aloof and proud person."

As usual, they enjoyed a warm meal together, filled with laughter and chatter. Su Cuo glanced around and realized that she had become the most watched person in the cafeteria. Although the whispers from afar were not entirely clear to her, she could see her classmates' gazes and gestures distinctly. Su Cuo couldn't help but smile; enduring such scrutiny was never a particularly comfortable experience.

Among various rumors, engineering physics has always been a mysterious discipline. Essentially, once you enter it, your university life consists of attending classes, self-study, and conducting experiments. This phenomenon is particularly pronounced at Huada, where the engineering physics department is among the top in the country, and the university certainly cannot afford to disappoint this reputation. As an old saying goes, if teaching is not strict, the teacher becomes lazy. When Su Cuo received the class schedule, he was astonished to find that the rumors were indeed true: the courses were fully packed, with three major classes each day, primarily focusing on mathematics, physics, and computer science, along with a variety of elective courses and political studies. Additionally, there were classes on two evenings each week.

Upon hearing this, Su Cuo straightened up while holding onto the car door, turned his head, and gently shook it at Chen Zijia, saying in a disjointed manner: "Senior brother, my application to Huada has nothing to do with Su Zhi. It is not because he arrived in this city first that I decided to come here."

As Su Cuo descended the stairs and left, Chen Zijia's gaze shifted to the crowd below. Among them were many vibrant and radiant new university students accompanied by their parents. His eyes wandered through the air and finally caught sight of Su Cuo's tall figure at the entrance. Her blue dress flashed and disappeared among the crowd

Su Cuo weaved through the crowd, casually glancing to the left and right; although several enthusiastic senior students actively invited her to join the association, she merely smiled and politely declined

As predicted. Over the next two years, one after another, students transferred out of the department, and by the start of the third year, only two-thirds of the original enrollment remained in the entire department. These are, of course, matters for later discussion

Not only that, but conversing with Chen Zijia is also a delightful experience in itself. Just looking at that face brings a sense of tranquility, not to mention that this person is knowledgeable and understands a great deal.

In short, among people, he is the dragon among phoenixes, who else could it be

Su Zhi's smile gradually faded, and his tone became serious: "Acuo, do not pretend you did not hear."

The day Su Cuo first met Chen Zijia was also the first day she arrived alone at Huada to report for duty

Su Cuo did not care about him and politely thanked Chen Zijia: "Thank you for coming to pick me up"

Su Zhi looked at her and said, "Have you memorized the entire table of contents of the travel guide?"

Su Zhi shot her a glare, then lowered his voice to explain: "Please don't misunderstand. It has nothing to do with me; it's about Chen Zijia."

Su Cuo chuckled softly and nodded repeatedly, saying, "I can deeply relate to that. Then I noticed that your fans are significantly fewer than his."

She looked at him, and he looked at the book. The cover of the book faced outward, displaying Derrida's "On Grammatology," renowned for its obscurity and difficulty to read. After a long period of time, the young man finally raised his head, removed his glasses, revealing a pair of slender and beautiful black eyes. Su Cuo simultaneously regained her composure, revealing a radiant smile.

She spoke slowly, yet her face was beaming with a smile. Chen Zijia quietly glanced at her, then turned to look at Su Zhi, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes.

I apologize, " Chen Zijia glanced at the guilt-ridden Su Zhi standing aside, and smiled as he explained to Su Cuo, " There was a severe traffic jam on the way, and Su Zhi's phone ran out of battery. My phone broke down temporarily, so I couldn't notify you in time. I am truly sorry for making you wait so long."

Su Cuo was completely unconcerned about his attitude. She paused and said, "What are the requirements to join your club?"

Chen Zijia understood Su Zhi well, knowing that his current state was not just a matter of banter, but that he was genuinely upset. He pulled Su Zhi and patted him on the shoulder, saying: "Both siblings are in the same city, having each other for company is quite rare. There is still a long way to go, and we can discuss everything slowly in the future"

Su Zhi walked around the empty room and said, "Acuo, where would you like to go for fun in the next few days?"

Su Zhi deliberately wore a look of speechlessness, "In every strong individual, there exists another stronger individual; this is what is meant by the saying that times have changed."

At that time, they were on the highest beacon tower of the Great Wall, gazing out at the endless green mountains, where a winding and meandering giant dragon lay across the peaks, majestic and magnificent to the point of stirring one's emotions and rendering one speechless. Su Cuo withdrew his gaze from the mountains and turned his head, seeing Chen Zijia standing upright, staring at the vast mountains. The wind lifted his lush hair, revealing his high cheekbones and smooth forehead. For a moment, Su Cuo had a sense of illusion, as if that calm and composed demeanor harmonized so well with this place.

It seems to be the surname Xu, I saw them at the beginning of the school term

Su Cuo smiled, opened her arms, and felt the wind glide across her cheeks. "I won't guess, and you don't need to tell me. In any case, having a friend like this is a good thing, and I am happy for you"

Su Zhi secretly chuckled to himself: Fortunately, he had invited Chen Zijia to come to the train station to pick up this precious younger sister. Otherwise, given Su Cuo's temperament, being an hour late would likely result in him being condemned to hell for eternity.

Su Zhi has always known that his sister is perceptive, but he was still surprised. "You know about his family situation? Did he tell you? When?"

Su Zhi, feeling indignant, exclaimed: "Su Cuo, you are so infuriating! How many times have you called me 'brother' from childhood to now? Yet now, you are so affectionate with someone you just met."

Observing the figure of Chen Zijia, Su Cuo smiled and said: "Indeed, given his circumstances, it is only natural for him to be a bit picky. Hehe, I wonder how many girls have shed tears for him behind his back"

Su Zhi's eyebrows danced with joy, her clothes and hair blown in one direction, "Of course, what do you think your brother is?"

"How would I know? It's just a feeling. His family is probably not an ordinary one." Su Cuo expressed little interest in the matter and casually remarked, "A person's background can be discerned."

Su Cuo blinked in surprise and said, "This is indeed a bit unexpected. But no wonder he looks so handsome; it turns out he inherited his father's excellent genes." "However, basically no one knows about this matter, including the vast majority of teachers at your school," Su Zhi said, "You should also be able to feel that Xu Yihao definitely does not like to show off."

That evening, when Su Cuo mentioned this matter while having dinner with Su Zhi and Chen Zijia, Su Zhi nearly spat out the water in his mouth upon hearing it, "What? The club with the least number of members?"

Just a single class schedule seems to plunge people into despair Everyone has just been liberated from their senior year of high school, only to find themselves trapped in the terrifying class schedule, leading to widespread indignation: having just escaped the wolf's den, they have now fallen into the tiger's mouth

Whether it was her smile or that expression, Chen Zijia felt an inexplicable unease in his heart. However, he was best at maintaining his composure even in the face of overwhelming challenges. He was about to explain, but was interrupted by several waiters bringing dishes to the table. Unable to express what he wanted to say, he then noticed Su Cuo intently examining a dish that had just been served, called "Fish-Flavored Shredded Pork." At that moment, Chen Zijia realized that she had not taken this matter to heart, and he chose not to explain further. After all, too many things become unclear the more one tries to explain.

Upon thinking of this, Chen Zijia maintained a slight smile on his face, picked up some food and placed it in her bowl, saying: "Acuo, try this."

Just as she was about to faint from the heat, the long-awaited person finally arrived, calling out from three zhang away: "Acuo, Acuo!"

The weather at the end of summer and the beginning of autumn is still as scorching as fire. She is waiting by a pile of luggage under a tree that offers no shade from the sun, anxiously glancing around. Half an hour has passed, yet the person she is waiting for has still not arrived. Even with her good temper, she is now so frustrated that she nearly crushes her phone.

Chen Zijia agreed, "Su Cuo, you are really very clever"

Based on your past performance, I thought you would carry a Go board with you wherever you go

Thanks to the national expansion policy, the freshmen in their first year are bustling about among various associations. If anyone takes the time to stand by the lakeside teaching building and look down, they will find that along the long lakeside embankment, there are crowds of heads gathered together.

Then her gaze shifted to a farther place. At the end of her line of sight, numerous teaching buildings stood tall throughout the campus, brightly lit, with shadows occasionally flitting by the windows. This is university, where vibrant young people are everywhere, as if there is an endless supply of spirit. She took a deep breath; even the air had a rich and sweet aroma, which is the unique scent of university.

Chen Zijia could not help but smile, "No problem, I will take you there"

Su Zhi commented from the side: "Indeed. I have seen him a few times, and he seems to have no enthusiasm for girls, no, for the vast majority of people. Some people are just born with such a personality, and there is nothing to be done about it"

Such an emotionally charged address left Su Zhi beside him gasping for breath. He deliberately coughed twice and rolled his eyes to remind his sister that he was still alive, urging her not to prioritize romantic interests over her brother.

Why are you making such a fuss?" Su Cuo moved the small suitcase into the trunk of the car and wiped the beads of sweat from his forehead.

Standing beside her, Chen Zijia revealed a perfect smile, slightly bowing and politely speaking: "Su Cuo? It's a pleasure to meet you; your brother often speaks of you." Su Cuo took a moment to carefully observe him, involuntarily gasping in surprise. At that moment, she realized that there truly existed someone in the world with a strikingly handsome appearance that could be described as stunning. He was nothing like the scholarly young men she was accustomed to seeing. The person before her was genuinely handsome, tall, even slightly taller than Su Zhi, with distinct facial features, bright and expressive eyes, and an air of politeness in all his actions. He possessed a rare, indescribable quality. What kind of quality was it? She couldn't figure it out for a moment, so she abandoned the thought, took his hand, and warmly greeted him with "Hello, Senior Brother."

On that day, the students in the dormitory arrived with their bags and belongings. The first to arrive was Yang Xue, Su Cuo's roommate from the same department. Yang Xue is a typical northern girl, tall and straightforward, with a loud voice when telling jokes, belonging to that kind of outgoing personality. As soon as Su Cuo met her, she was warmly embraced by Yang Xue, who exclaimed, "Ah, wasn't it said that finding a beautiful girl at Huada is harder than ascending to heaven? That's completely nonsense. I can't believe I am so fortunate to have such a stunning beauty like you in the dormitory." This left Su Cuo both amused and speechless. This friendly embrace quickly made the two of them familiar with each other. Of course, this was also related to the fact that they were the only two girls in the entire Department of Engineering Physics. Birds of a feather flock together. Being able to get into the same major definitely indicates some commonalities. After all, girls studying physics are still a minority.

Su Cuo shot a glare at her brother, but the corners of her mouth gently lifted, blossoming into a smile directed at Chen Zijia, looking thoroughly pleased.

Su Zhi was slow and deliberate, with a very mysterious expression, "Do you know what the last name of your school's principal is?"

Indeed, they are very economical with their words. Su agreed

"It wasn't like this; he wasn't like this when he was young," Chen Zijia said lightly from the side. "I was neighbors with Yihang when we were kids, living in the same courtyard. We loved to play and did all sorts of mischievous things. Before we started elementary school, Uncle Xu was transferred, and he moved away. We didn't see each other for many years, and when we reunited in high school, I found that he was completely different from when he was a child. He spoke very little, didn't socialize much, but he was a good person."

In this situation, it is not unusual for Su Cuo and his dormitory classmates to get separated. Everyone has their own interests, and getting separated allows them to observe these associations more closely.

Chen Zijia and Su Zhi exchanged a glance.

In the presence of such a handsome man, Su Cuo naturally had to consider her image, graciously accepting this statement. Standing beside Chen Zijia, she cast her brother a slightly condescending look that conveyed, "I am magnanimous, so I will not hold this against you this time," tinged with a hint of pity.

Su Cuo looked at the form and suddenly smiled. She thought, no wonder others would just ask a question and leave; despite being so handsome, he would still scare away the vast majority of girls who come seeking beauty. With such high standards, who could possibly meet them? It is still a philosophical paper

The other two roommates were much more refined. One, Lu Linlin, was from the south, while the other, Deng Ge, was a local, studying at the School of Materials Science. Both were beautiful in appearance and had pleasant temperaments—this was, of course, only the surface. Once they became familiar, it became evident that all university girls were quite similar. On the surface, they strived to appear demure and smile without showing their teeth, but once back in the dormitory, their true natures were revealed. They were equally filled with longing for love, full of expectations for their future lives, and had a great interest in topics related to weight loss and beauty. More commonly, they would swoon over handsome boys or engage in discussions about who was the most attractive in their department or college. After all, at their level of study, it was rare to find bookworms. Su Cuo liked them very much, and until graduation, the relationships within the entire dormitory remained very good.

Su Cuo waved her finger and raised a charming smile, "You got it right. Indeed, only Su Zhi understands me. To get closer to him, writing five thousand words is nothing; even fifty thousand or one hundred thousand words would be no problem."

Su Cuo did not hear, focusing intently on placing the last suitcase properly, and then went to open the car door

Su Zhi is enrolled at Xida, while Su Cuo has been admitted to Huada, both of which are among the top universities in the country. The two schools are adjacent, with no walls separating them, and they share teaching buildings, allowing for course selection between the two. Many professors teach at both institutions, and library resources are also shared, making the two schools essentially one. However, students from both schools often harbor a sense of rivalry, always eager to compare the two institutions. Yet, after a century, no conclusion has been reached.

Su Cuo faced the sunlight, her large and bright eyes, with deep black pupils, shimmered with a flowing luster as she turned her gaze. How long had it been since he had seen such a pair of spirited eyes? Chen Zijia momentarily lost his thoughts, and only after a moment did he remember that he had yet to respond to her. He smiled, slowly raised an eyebrow, and said: "No need to be polite, Su Cuo"

Su Cuo spent a few comfortable days with Su Zhi and Chen Zijia. The three of them took turns visiting various tourist attractions both in and out of the city, and also familiarized themselves with all the cafeterias and restaurants at the two universities. Chen Zijia, being a local, was very familiar with the city, and was both considerate and patient, sharing all the stories of each place with Su Cuo. In September, the temperatures remained high, making it not an ideal season for tourism. Every day, the three of them returned to school drenched in sweat, and Su Zhi would occasionally complain, yet he never showed the slightest sign of impatience. This was not mere politeness, nor could it be described simply as courteous; it was truly unlike the grand demeanor typically possessed by young men of this age.

After a few days, Su Cuo noticed something strange. Despite the fact that so many girls were paying attention to Chen Zijia, they all maintained a distant and untouchable attitude towards him. For instance, at this moment, they were in a bustling cafeteria, with most of the seats around them empty, and many girls were looking in their direction, their gazes mostly ambiguous. Seeing that Chen Zijia had not yet arrived, Su Cuo joked with Su Zhi: "Is there a ghost beside you? Why is no one sitting next to us? Is this how it is in the university cafeteria? Su Zhi, at this rate, I wonder how you will find a girlfriend."

Su Cuo shrugged and smiled, "But I just forgot, so what?"

Her eyes sparkled like a pool of clear water under the sunlight, shimmering with ripples, and a transparency akin to pure spirit emanated from those eyes. Chen Zijia was momentarily taken aback, and after a while, he finally responded with a slight smile. Ancient texts say that after cultivation, one attains the spirit of heaven and earth, and she is probably just like that.

Three people were moving luggage under the sun. Su Zhi suddenly stopped, frowned, and looked at Su Cuo, who was lowering his head to load the luggage onto the taxi, and asked, "Acuo, did you bring your Go board?"

Seeing Su Cuo divert her gaze, Su Zhi felt a surge of joy and quickly introduced, "Acuo, this is my classmate and roommate, Chen Zijia; this is my younger sister, Su Cuo"

Thus, the topic is diverted

Nevertheless, a university is indeed a university. In addition to studying and learning, there are many associations that are beneficial to both body and mind. On the first weekend after the start of the semester, various associations and clubs at the school began their annual and grand recruitment activities—countless associations and clubs filled the area around Changyang Lake, the largest space on campus. Each club displayed distinct colors and characteristics, with flags, slogans, and banners fluttering in the wind, boldly attracting the attention of new students.

"Su Zhi, you really overestimate me," Su Cuo said with a dismissive pout. "The unwritten rules of the academy require each of us to join a club, and it is said that this will eventually count towards our credits. However, I find it strange that, given the small number of people, which does not meet the basic requirements for a club, the school has not abolished it"

Su Zhi's face was filled with frustration, "Why do you care so much? After all, you won't shed a tear for him anyway"

It is better not to mention it; once mentioned, Su Chuo's anger flared up, and her voice rose a few notches: "Su Zhi, I haven't even scolded you yet, why did you take so long to arrive? I waited for you under the sun for a full hour! Also, do you think all this luggage is mine? Half of it is yours!"

Su Zhi exclaimed in disbelief: "Su Cuo! You actually forgot to bring the Go board?!"

Sitting in the car, Su Cuo gazed at the bustling scene outside the window and asked with enthusiasm, "Su Zhi, is university fun?"

Is the president Xu Yihao?" Chen Zijia seemed to be deep in thought

It turns out that your social circle is so extensive that you even know the president of such a small club at our school. Su Cuo smiled slightly, saying, He is quite an interesting person, and he even asked me to write a 5,000-word philosophy paper

Su Cuo then looked at Chen Zijia, her eyes filled with a smile that was absolutely devoid of malice yet tinged with teasing. She said, "Is that so? A beauty? How enchanting indeed"

Is that so? Fifty thousand words, one hundred thousand words? Chen Zijia smiled along, her brows and eyes moving in tandem, her entire face appearing vibrant and lively under the soft lighting of the restaurant, making her look particularly gentle, captivating the attention of several girls at the surrounding tables. "I know Xu Yihao. If you really want to join the club, I will mention it to him."

The most specific instance of cognition occurred in the cafeteria. That day, there were many people, and she managed to secure a seat with great difficulty. However, fearing that Su Zhi and Chen Zijia would not be able to find her, she called out Chen Zijia's name, thereby attracting the attention of many around her

As Chen Zijia approached with a tray in hand and set it down, he caught a glimpse of the siblings' faces, which were struggling to suppress their laughter, and asked, "What are you so happy about?" Su Cuo, maintaining a calm demeanor, replied, "I was just saying that the food in the cafeteria isn't as bad as I imagined." As she spoke, she leaned forward, examining what dishes he had chosen with a scrutinizing gaze.

Although it is October, the temperature at noon remains astonishingly high, and Su Cuo gradually feels a heat rising throughout her body. She surveys the surrounding terrain, preparing to find a place to sit and rest, when she notices a rather inconspicuous corner by the lakeside where a club is recruiting new members. Unlike other clubs bustling with people coming and going, this one appears deserted. There are no flyers being distributed, nor any banners or slogans widely publicizing their presence; only a boy with his head lowered, making his face hard to discern, sits quietly reading behind a table. In front of the table is a sign written in red that reads "Philosophy Research Society Recruiting New Members." Occasionally, some girls come to inquire about the situation, but they leave quickly.

Xu Yihai's expression was calm as he pushed the forms and a pen on the table towards her, "First, fill out the form. Write an article related to philosophy, no less than 5,000 words, and send it to my email within ten days." Each word was spoken clearly in very standard Mandarin, devoid of emotion, as if a news anchor were reading the news. As he spoke, he reached for a book with his left hand and for his glasses with his right hand

Su Zhi is a very loyal friend, and even in front of his sister, he is reluctant to say much, only simply explaining: "Don't be fooled by Chen Zijia's politeness to everyone; when it comes to matters of the heart, he is not ambiguous at all. In his freshman year, there were two bold girls who confessed to him, but he rejected them; the more timid girls felt they could never measure up, which has led to the current situation where naturally no one dares to approach him."

In the following days, she received various bits of information about Chen Zijia from Su Zhi and his roommate. For instance, he was both academically and athletically talented, had quite good grades, was well-known throughout the school, and held multiple positions, including being a certain minister in the student council and a member of several associations. This information gave her a broad impression that Chen Zijia was indeed a popular and respected individual at school, someone who had several fans.

When Su Cuo had some free time, he would also read philosophy books, which made him quite curious about this association. He took a couple of steps forward and arrived at the promotional table, standing in front of the sign that read "Philosophy Research Society Recruitment," and clearly saw the face of the male student. His mind exploded with a sudden realization, recalling the words of a high school classmate: a boy who looks good from the side is truly handsome

The three of them each guarded their own side, forming a triangular stalemate. Su Zhi smirked at his younger sister on the left and said, "Someone else's childhood sweetheart is another person, and she is a beauty, attending our school and in the same grade as you. She was supposed to come along today, but something came up that delayed her."

Su Cuo smiled sinisterly upon hearing this, "So the world is this small. You two are childhood sweethearts? Hehe."

This time, instead of Chen Zijia, it was Su Zhi who arrived. He had just squeezed out of the crowd and, after greeting his classmates nearby, finally spotted Su Cuo standing in her seat, looking around. He hurriedly greeted people from the department and the college, took a seat opposite her, and, suppressing a smile, spoke in a low voice: "You know, Chen Zijia has many fans scattered across various colleges in the school"

Su Cuo shot a fierce glare at the newcomer, "Su Zhi, so you still remember me." After saying this, still feeling unsatisfied, she contemplated making a couple of sarcastic remarks, but her attention was drawn to another boy beside Su Zhi. Her expression immediately softened, her brows relaxed, and a smile blossomed on her lips, revealing a charming smile.

"Are you willing to join our club?" Xu Yihai said while putting down the book, his face devoid of a smile, nor showing any annoyance, but rather a multitude of expressions, indicating a lack of enthusiasm.

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Su Zhi waved his hand first, "Chen Zijia, why do you need to say that? I was just joking. Su Cuo can't even handle one Xu Yihao? To be honest, in all my years, I've never seen her fail at anything."

Go? Su Cuo was puzzled, "Why bring it?"

Su Cuo rested her chin on her hand, listening to the storytelling.

"It's nothing much," Su Zhi said, widening his eyes. "I find it hard to believe that you would forget about Go. Even if you haven't touched the pieces since your senior year in high school, you are in university now."

Given that there are only two female students, Su Cuo and Yang Xue, in the entire department, the situation reflects a dominance of masculinity over femininity. Most of the male students are vigorous and full of energy, and their outburst and dissatisfaction are indeed remarkable. However, the experienced counselor from the student union remained unfazed, waved a stack of documents in hand, and calmly said: "Stay calm and do not be anxious. If it is truly unbearable, you may consider transferring to another department"

Su Cuo gently pursed her lips, exchanging glances with Su Zhi. Normally, she would certainly engage in a debate with Su Zhi, saying that as students of a prestigious engineering university, they naturally looked down upon comparisons with a liberal arts university. However, with Chen Zijia present, she restrained herself considerably. It was one thing to mock Su Zhi, but she would never dare to ridicule someone as handsome as Chen Zijia, who shone like the June sun.

How?

You really know how to bring up the wrong topic. Su Zhi snorted coldly

After she completed the form, she left; Xu Yihao watched her depart, carefully examining the form, which contained detailed information, including her phone number, age, college, email, and other relevant details. The form also provided a valuable clue: the girl named Su Cuo had written exceptionally beautiful characters that were pleasing to behold. Such fine handwriting is rarely seen in a polytechnic school