Chapter 3, A Nostalgic Reflection
arrogant and overbearing, able to summon the wind and call the rain
What is truly most enviable is that even Lu Zhou likes such girls
The homeroom teacher appointed a temporary class leader, Lu Zhou, based on the entrance examination results
Only Shen Yihuan knows that Lu Zhou has a bad temper, is prone to anger, and is obsessive, with a controlling and possessive nature that can be suffocating. In her youth, she loved to play and had many male friends.
Shen Yihuan greeted him, her tone imbued with a well-measured softness, slightly nasal, resembling a tender and boneless coquetry, yet also hinting at a mischievous seduction
No one is willing to provide assistance to two orphans and a widow who are unlikely to yield any visible benefits
Shen Yihuan took out her phone and glanced at it, 1:55
The other students turned their heads at the sound and saw the girl sitting very close to the boy, her body even leaning slightly towards him, bold and unrestrained, while the boy appeared indifferent, seemingly unaware of her subtle movements
"Class monitor." She stood still, holding the clothes.
Oh, you are going home tomorrow, your sister is back, let's have dinner together
Therefore, over the past three years, despite having countless admirers, she has never entered into another romantic relationship.
Shen Yihuan took a deep breath, then slowly exhaled, suppressing her emotions, and finally said to her phone: "Understood, I will come over tomorrow"
The highest score in one class, could it be the highest score in the entire city?
Wrapped in a bathrobe and wearing white disposable slippers, I stepped out with my phone lit up, vibrating slightly on the desk.
The military training at Yizhong takes place every year in mid-August, right after the plum rain season has ended, which is the hottest time of the year. Additionally, students must arrive at school half a month in advance due to the military training, and the school year begins immediately after the training concludes
She spent her high school years and the first two years of university in this manner
What kind of family is this, has she not pretended to be well-behaved enough all these years?
So annoying
Suddenly encountering Lu Zhou, Shen Yihuan felt somewhat dazed even while taking a shower
She is truly beautiful, and in this high school renowned for its high admission rates, she has become a unique sight
Hello classmate, I will be your desk mate from now on
I do not know, I have been granted direct admission
At home. She said softly, with an unruffled demeanor, her voice gentle, "I was just taking a shower and didn't hear anything."
After hanging up the phone, she slowly stretched her body and threw herself onto the soft bed
"Classmate, what is your name?" After a while, she could not help but lean over and ask again
Only the ears have turned red
The girl's skin is fair and translucent, complemented by a youthful pleated skirt and a white shirt. One half of the shirt is tucked into the waistband of the skirt, while the other half hangs loosely outside, appearing semi-transparent under the dazzling sunlight. Her long legs are both fair and slender, with the curves and lines of her knees being utterly captivating.
At noon, Lu Zhou, acting as the temporary class leader, brought back the military training uniforms. When Shen Yihuan returned after lunch, she saw a set of clothes placed on the table
Shen Yihuan fell from the high platform, helpless and resigned
Three years ago, her father, Shen Fu, committed suicide by jumping off a building after his company went bankrupt. The enormous debts left behind forced the mother and daughter to sell their property and belongings to settle the debts. Having lived a life of luxury for decades, the mother had no ability to earn money, and the days following the repayment of the debts appeared even more bleak.
Seeing her again, even my high school classmates could hardly believe it. The girl who once was so arrogant and domineering is now diligently working in a photography studio, with a neat and tidy high ponytail, dressed in plain and unassuming attire, and her smile radiates a gentle warmth
Live earnestly and strive for positivity
No wonder there are so many people in the restroom on the way back; they are all changing clothes
On August 16, Shen Yihuan walked into the high school campus carrying a lovely limited edition crossbody bag
She initiated the breakup, and now she regrets it; how embarrassing it is
Well
Hearing the girl beside me speak in a sweet, almost exaggerated tone, claiming that he is simply a genius, followed by a flurry of extravagant praise
She scooted her chair a little closer, the legs of the chair scraping against the floor, producing a sharp sound
Shen Yihuan has endured hardships since childhood, and all the restraint and patience were learned in that family where she was dependent on others.
Shen Yihuan was taken aback, only then realizing that in the process of moving closer, her skirt had already risen to the root of her thighs, nearly exposing herself. She let out a soft gasp and hurriedly pulled it down again
It seemed that he found her noisy. Lu Zhou furrowed his brows slightly and paused for two seconds before speaking: "Lu Zhou."
"What kind of busyness can you have with a job that just takes pictures?" The anger in the voice was already hard to conceal, "It's rare for the family to be together, can't you just not spoil the mood?"
He stood up, allowing Shen Yihuan to take his seat, and then stood with his back to her beside her chair
Are you the temporary class monitor
She held a subtle smile, raising the corner of her lips knowingly
The girl merely leaned back a little, resting her back against the chair, and lazily uttered an "oh," her nonchalant demeanor unchanged
"Hello, Mom," she said, activating the speakerphone while drying her wet hair with a dry towel
Smooth and bland, lacking sharp edges
She arrived late, and the classroom was already filled with people. The school uniforms had not yet been distributed, and everyone was wearing their own clothes, yet none of them exuded the delicate charm that straddles the line between girlhood and adulthood as she did
She no longer shows her teeth and claws, nor is she flamboyant and unrestrained; she has become the good child in the eyes of most people
In the eyes of others, Lu Zhou is perceived as aloof, an academic achiever, a campus heartthrob, a paragon of excellence, and the unattainable star in the hearts of all the girls at the school
The tuition fees at S University are exorbitant, and the photography major is particularly costly, making it a field that students from less affluent backgrounds may hesitate to choose
Speculative spittle can drown a person, filled with various suspicions and doubts
The restroom was still crowded, especially the women's restroom. It was already a sweltering summer, and she really did not want to squeeze in and sweat even more, so she returned to the classroom holding her clothes.
Even the air is sticky and hot
... ...
She is a person who fundamentally lacks love and has no sense of security. After being loved by Lu Zhou, she no longer has the capacity to be satisfied with the love that others can offer her
No one knows that the male deity in their eyes is like this beside Shen Yihuan
He closed his mouth after speaking, pressing his lips into a line
It makes one unconsciously feel a tickle in the throat
Did he not go to Xinjiang in his third year at the military academy? Why has he suddenly returned, and when did he come back? Is that female doctor his current girlfriend?
Their seats are in the corner of the last row, with Lu Zhou's seat against the wall, shielding him from the surrounding view
The young man has a tall and slender figure, and the military training uniform outlines his straight and smooth shoulder line. His head is slightly drooping, giving him an appearance of drowsiness and indifference
Oh. Shen Yihuan nodded perfunctorily.
Lu Zhou raised one eyebrow calmly, while Shen Yihuan smiled sweetly at him
Shen Yihuan, curious, asked: "Who is that?"
Shen Yihuan, under the scrutinizing gaze that swept over her, turned the admission notice in her hand as she arrived at the entrance of Class 1, Grade 1.
He paused for a moment and shook his head
She lifted her leg and gently brushed the tip of her foot against Lu Zhou's knee.
He is indifferent to everyone, with the sole exception of Shen Yihuan
... ...
Shen Yihuan left everyone's sight amidst the noise and ridicule, and the next news of her came two years later
She became the most distinctive presence in the key high school
He stared for a long time before finally speaking, his voice hoarse and deep
When I turned my head to look at Lu Zhou again, I noticed that his ears had turned completely red
Shen Yihuan has dropped out of university
After getting dressed, she tilted her head to look at Lu Zhou
His tousled hair fell over his forehead, looking even more attractive up close. His eyes were clear, with pupils of a light brown hue, appearing even lighter under the sunlight, giving Shen Yihuan a sense of pure and restrained innocence
She suddenly recalled eight years ago, during a summer just like this one
Shen Yihuan directly put the oversized and coarse pants over the pleated skirt, and the waistband was so large that it could only be fastened by using the innermost hole of the belt to barely secure it
Shen Yihuan made a swallowing gesture, her tongue clicking in surprise. She was talkative, having just entered school and lacking friends to converse with, so she approached him to strike up a conversation
Report. Her voice was crisp and clear
Lu Zhou lowered his gaze, his eyes sweeping over her skirt, then subtly shifting to the blackboard, ignoring it.
Shen Yihuan became increasingly angry as she thought about it, and she forcefully knocked on her own head, compelling herself to stop thinking about the matter.
Skirt
As she entered the classroom, the homeroom teacher scrutinized her for a few seconds and said, "From now on, pay attention to your attire at school"
"Why are you taking so long to respond? Where are you?" The voice on the other end sounded slightly impatient
Moreover, Lu Zhou ... ! ... is something that appears human but has the heart of a beast !
The heat was oppressive, and after finishing lunch, Shen Yihuan felt drowsy, too lazy to squeeze into the restroom, so she simply lay down on the table and fell asleep
Her performance in the high school entrance examination was not good; her admission to this school and the key class was entirely due to her connection with Shen Fu and the principal.
The homeroom teacher frowned at the podium: "Shen Yihuan, if you want to talk, go outside and talk as much as you want! In our class, we have our own rules!"
But Lu Zhou was indeed very good to her, Shen Yihuan thought
Why are your ears red
The gaze swept around the classroom, and there was only one empty seat left in the corner of the last row. Upon seeing her deskmate's face clearly, Shen Yihuan was momentarily taken aback, and then a hint of amusement quickly surfaced in her eyes as she walked briskly towards him
For three years since their breakup, Shen Yihuan has not experienced such clear and profound love in anyone else.
Shen Yihuan took three to four seconds to recall who this sister was, and then instantly lost her appetite. She opened her mouth and sincerely said: "As for dinner tomorrow, I have work and may not have time"
She does not have many close friends at school, but she has always been the subject of everyone's discussions, until one day, a sensational news story emerged as the topic of conversation among everyone
Until their mother remarried Shi Zhenming, who was then in the home appliance industry, both were in second marriages and each had a daughter. Shen Yihuan and the so-called sister Shi Jin did not get along at first sight.
In the past, Shen Yihuan was dissatisfied with constraints, defiant against discipline, a thorn in the side of teachers at school, and the center of discussion and admiration among boys, while being the object of intense jealousy among girls.
His skin is really fair, Shen Yihuan thought
Those eyes, which are always cold, ignite with a spark when they see Shen Yihuan, dark and oppressive, like a cheetah fixated on its prey, and like a drowning person grasping the last piece of driftwood
I was awakened again by the sound of the homeroom teacher knocking on the door. She stood at the classroom entrance and shouted: "Military training will begin at 2:00 PM on the playground! Everyone, please dress neatly!"
I have also learned to disguise myself through repeated endurance, to grind down the sharp edges of my being and conceal them within, and to use a facade of simplicity and kindness to protect myself
Lu Zhou has already changed his clothes, fastening the top button of his coat neatly, the collar pressed meticulously, his sideburns trimmed short, and his short hair looking fresh and tidy, revealing only a section of his cold white wrist
Her facial expressiveness is exceptionally strong, capable of conveying anything she wishes to express
Shen Yihuan donned a camouflage jacket, leaving the buttons undone, with two buttons of the shirt inside unfastened, revealing a large expanse of fair collarbone and the faintly voluptuous contours of a young girl.
Lu Zhou lowered his gaze and could see the girl's fair and slender thighs
Skipping classes, fighting, and falling in love, wearing colored lipstick, dressed in outfits that seem somewhat mature and frivolous for her age, with long hair that is always smooth and flowing, and a smile so bright it is almost blinding, she mingles with the well-off students from the back door as if they were brothers and sisters
Hello
I need to change my clothes in the classroom, could you please close the door for me
She tilted her head to look at the city nightscape outside the window, with its dazzling lights and vibrant nightlife, bustling and noisy, as if there were no place of tranquility, no refuge for her.
Lu Zhou looked at her with an indifferent expression