Act Three, Throbbing, Wishes, The romantic night market is filled with the fragrance of flowers and a sense of excitement

Looking at Cang Kong Lin's fair hand, Chun Guo's heart felt like a frog trapped in a pocket, jumping vigorously with a thump!

That's wonderful, I finally have the opportunity to spend time alone with Cang Kong Lin! I really hope the end of school can come a little faster!

I know! Chun Guo blushed and shot a glare at Cang Kong Lin in anger

As the seventh ball was thrown, it seemed certain that the ball would go in, yet to his surprise, the slender and tall girl with delicate features was pressing him step by step. He had only missed once in the previous seven shots, which led him to begin reassessing this lovely and unique girl before him

Cang Kong smiled brightly, closing her five fingers to envelop Chun Guo's hand in her palm, and then raised both hands together, waving them in front of Chun Guo.

Holding hands ... ? ... Is the progress too fast ... ? However, he said it is for my safety. ... ... This should be acceptable, right ?

"Hi, that time I got lost, not to mention you, I also received a scolding from your mother!" At this point, Chun Guo's father lowered his voice and glanced towards the door, hearing the television in the living room still steadily playing music, he finally let out a sigh of relief, "Shh—don't mention this matter to your mother again, both of us will be in trouble!"

Chun Guo took a light breath and gently tucked her phone back into her desk, then sat up straight in her seat, putting on a serious expression as if she were attentively listening to the lecture

The little monkey, having gained its freedom, chirped happily as it darted through the panicked crowd, quickly disappearing without a trace!

The bursts of screams from the rooftop pulled Chun Guo back from his contemplation into reality

This is simply changing the soup without changing the medicine!" Cang Kong Lin said somewhat unhappily, as she balanced a rapidly spinning basketball on her fingertips, "However, the winner can make one request of the loser, which is quite interesting... Alright, let's get started!"

Lin ... ... Where is this place ?

"Hehe, my performance is..." Chun Guo said, gently placing the little monkey on the ground, and then suddenly raised her hand to give the little monkey a light slap on the bottom, "The little monkey makes a quick escape! Run fast!"

As for being scolded by the head teacher and my parents... Hehe, when the soldiers come, we will block them; when the water comes, we will cover it with earth. We will deal with it when the time comes

Classmate Cang Kong Lin! Please give me your autograph! Or a photo together would be fine too!

Chun Guo blinked her heavy eyelids twice, her blurred gaze gradually coming into focus. The radiant smile of the vast sky from ten years ago slowly overlapped with the anxious face before her, and her thoughts began to clarify little by little

The monkey trainer was startled by a sudden shout, and he irritably withdrew his hand from the spring fruit, pointing the whip at the little monkey's head

Stop! Do not run! How infuriating! You wretched girl! Stop right there!

With the intervention of the spring fruit, people gradually gathered around again, eagerly discussing and anticipating what kind of performance the girl gently cradling the little monkey would bring to them

Hey! Young man! Thank you!" The middle-aged uncle, stroking his hedgehog-like hair, laughed heartily: "You are truly a living advertisement! Next time, bring your girlfriend along! I will even give you a 50% discount!

"Hehe, how can I make it perform without untying the rope?" Chun Guo turned her head and smiled at the monkey performer, "Or are you lacking confidence, afraid of ruining your reputation in front of this little girl?"

"Ugh... don't laugh!" Chun Guo pouted in anger and shouted, wishing she could knock Cang Kong Lin unconscious with her fist. "If you keep making a fuss, I won't pay attention to you anymore!"

Feeling the warmth of Cang Konglin's palm, Chun Guo experienced a moment of cerebral hypoxia, as various emotions surged within her heart like frenzied fleas, causing her heart to become a chaotic mess, making her forget her actions, forget her words, and even forget to breathe

"I almost got hurt..." Chun Guo murmured, repeating Cang Kong Lin's words. The gentle force she felt in that moment when she fell among the crowd, along with a faint scent of gardenia, resurfaced in her mind. Her gaze trembled slightly as she looked at Cang Kong Lin, "Lin, was it you who saved me just now?"

Watching the tears fall from Chun Guo's eyes like pearls that have come loose from their strings, Cang Kong Lin's gaze flickered intensely in the sunset

Cherry sister, you pitch first. Also, don't be a sore loser if you lose!

Alright, alright! You must obediently do your homework, do you understand? I will come back in an hour to check!" As Chun Guo's father walked away, he turned his head anxiously to remind him.

Cang Konglin supported her knees and looked up at Chun Guo, revealing a brilliant smile.

However, just as Chun Guo was watching Cang Kong Lin pass through the throngs of people, a strong voice called out from beside him:

Chun Guo squeezed into the crowd, peering towards the monkey performer. In the middle of the crowd, a seemingly recently weaned little monkey was tied by a rope around its neck, performing various difficult tricks at the command of the monkey performer, earning rounds of applause from the onlookers

He squeaked sharply, jumped up, and pounced towards the little boy who had thrown the candied hawthorn!

The little monkey performing a somersault was startled and suddenly became agitated and restless

He slowly walked in front of Chun Guo, lowered his head to gaze at her tear-soaked face, extended his hand to catch a drop of her tear with his index finger, his voice filled with deep remorse

The game is very simple. "Chun Guo said as she dribbled the basketball on the ground, then picked it up with both hands and passed it to Cang Kong Lin, "We take turns shooting. For every basket made, we can ask each other a question. Each person has ten chances to shoot, and after the shooting ends, the person with more baskets can make a request to the person with fewer baskets.

Hahaha! Is there really someone in the world who would take this name? Cherry Sister's taste is truly unique!

Seeing his business suddenly become much quieter, the monkey trainer's face flushed with anger, and he raised the whip in his hand to lash out at the little monkey in frustration

Cang Konglin rested his chin on his hand, gazing at the sky while contemplating the upcoming "date plan". Upon hearing Chun Guo's words, he turned his head and couldn't help but let out a laugh

Seeing this scene, Chun Guo could no longer contain her anger! She rushed forward and grabbed the hand of the monkey performer holding the whip, loudly reasoning with him, her voice filled with an uncontrollable and intense rage

It seems that today's "secret date" will also fall through like the previous ones, right? At this rate, I might never get the chance to say a word to Cang Kong Lin in my entire life!

Drip

I understand! Chun Guo quickly agreed, closed the door to her room behind her father, then turned around and leaned against the door, lost in thought

However, just as Chun Guo turned to take the opportunity to escape, a commotion caused by the little monkey in the night market created chaos among the crowd

Um... Chun Guo slightly nodded her head, allowing Cang Kong Lin to pull her forward. Her mind was in a daze, baked by the warmth radiating from her cheeks, leaving her completely unable to think

There was a monkey performer who often appeared in the night market. Amidst the enthusiastic shouts of the monkey performer, people curiously gathered around him, eating the snacks in their hands while watching the monkey in a comical costume continuously somersaulting beside the performer, occasionally bursting into fits of laughter

There seems to be something suspicious... I just heard my father mention that Uncle Heiming's entire experience surveying Maoshan appears to have many doubts.

I... I... "Chun Guo opened and closed her mouth like a robot. At the moment she emerged from the clump of the ten-thousand-year green tree, she clearly had a lot of questions to ask Cang Kong Lin and a lot to express to him. However, now that multitude of words seemed to have evaporated, leaving her mind completely blank

As Zhengdang Chun Guo dejectedly descended several steps, a sudden exclamation of surprise came from behind him

Ten years ago, the bright and clear voice of Cang Konglin echoed once again in Chun Guo's mind

"Dad, don't mention it! After I got home that time, Mom spanked me until my bottom was as big as two basketballs, and you didn't even say a word to help me!" Chun Guo muttered unhappily, covering her bottom with her hand in fear, and cast a complaining glance at her father.

In an instant, a dangerous alarm flashed through Chun Guo's mind! However, it was already too late; she could no longer control her body!

Bang bang—thud

Cherry Sister, it has been quite a challenge for us to meet again. As a celebration, let us now fulfill your first wish—going to the night market with Sora Kōrin!

Of course not! There is no such rule!" Chun Guo, with a demeanor of official business, crossed her arms and shook her head seriously

What a fool ... ... Clearly having said to "be extremely careful not to be followed or discovered by others," yet the result is ... ... " Chun Guo muttered to herself, casting a sour glance at the figure of Cang Kong Lin, who was appearing and disappearing among the crowd.

Wherever Cang Konglin goes, it invariably stirs up a wave of excitement among the students

This guy is still talking! Just because I sit at the same table as him, I have already been listed as the number one person on the "Cang Kong Lin Guard Team" blacklist! Just now, he pulled me away in front of everyone, and I can see that I will definitely not have any peaceful days from now on... "Cherry Sister, why aren't you speaking?" Seeing that there had been no sound behind him, Cang Kong Lin turned around and looked at Chun Guo in confusion.

The happiest summer of a lifetime ... Spring Guo gazed at the vast sky, her heart murmuring his words repeatedly. For some reason, she felt a vague sense of unease.

In the Chinese language class, Chun Guo was lost in thought, contemplating the "My Battle Plan - Finding Time to Be Alone with Cang Kong Lin" that he had written on a blank sheet of paper the night before, when suddenly his phone, which was placed in the drawer, emitted a faint muffled sound

Ah... then how about this... "Chun Guo's gaze quickly swept across the basketball court, following her chaotic thoughts. Suddenly, out of the corner of her eye, she caught sight of a basketball rolling under a stone bench. Her eyes lit up as she walked over to pick it up, then turned around to show a happy smile to Cang Kong Lin. "Cang Kong Lin! Do you know a game called 'True Friends'?"

This ... ... this guy is surprisingly impressive

Cang Kong Lin, who was our witness when we got married ten years ago

Was that just an illusion? ... ... "Cherry Blossom Sister? Are you alright?" Seeing Chun Gu lost in thought, Cang Kong Lin asked with some concern.

Chun Guo was taken aback, her face flushed as she looked up and shouted at the middle-aged man

Cherry sister, see you on the rooftop after school! Be very careful not to be followed or discovered by others! Being an idol is a very dangerous thing

The shouts of the angry monkey trainer echoed not far behind Chun Guo, but she paid little attention, continuously pushing through the crowd with determination. However, the crowd surged like tumultuous waves, relentlessly pushing against Chun Guo, preventing her from moving forward

People and nature coexist harmoniously ... ... Why do his thoughts seem somewhat similar to mine?" Chun Guo murmured softly with her head slightly lowered, then looked up curiously at her father, "By the way, Dad, since Uncle Hei Mingshan said he would not publish the planning document, why was it still adopted later? Moreover, the planning for the forest at the mountain top was only announced ten years after Uncle Hei Mingshan's passing ... ... " And the planning for the forest at the mountain top was only announced ten years after Uncle Hei Mingshan's passing ... ... "

What is the name of the person that Cherry Sister likes the most Please answer quickly

Of course! Let's get started!

Chun Guo clenched her fist, walked over to the little monkey, bent down gently to stroke its head, placed the gardenia flower aside, swallowed nervously, and then allowed the little monkey to climb into her arms, gently untying the rope around its neck

I, I am not his girlfriend!!

Chun Guo was momentarily taken aback as she looked up and saw Cang Kong Lin receiving a bouquet of gardenias from the boss, then turning around to present it to her, winking playfully with a mischievous glint in his eyes

Seeing that the monkey performer was less than half a meter away from her, Chun Guo was momentarily stunned, gritted her teeth, and charged forward with all her might. However, suddenly, her foot was forcefully tripped by a passerby beside her, causing her body to lose balance and fall down abruptly

I think that the boy standing in front of the roses just now was truly captivating! Boss! I want to buy roses!

Spring fruit, there are too many people in front, please wait for me here while I go buy two cups of juice

Then why was the planning map released after Uncle He Mingshan's passing, and why was his final work published ten years later

She gently bit her lip, gazing at the tired and numb eyes of the little monkey, and a surge of impulse began to well up within her

"Cherry Sister, it should be my time to ask questions now!" Cang Kong Lin smiled and turned to remind Chun Guo when he heard the question posed. However, when he saw Chun Guo standing there with her lips tightly pressed together, he was momentarily taken aback.

Cherry sister, this is a promise of a man!

"Hush—" Chunhua nodded, expressing strong agreement with her father's suggestion. "But Dad, why did Uncle Heimingshan suddenly pass away later?"

Because this is the end of the night market, most of the vendors do not come here, and the surroundings appear somewhat quiet. A full moon casts a gentle yet profound light over the night sky, while the stars twinkle faintly like a few specks of chalk dust scattered on a blackboard, making it easy for one to inadvertently overlook their presence

Seeing Cang Kong Lin's graceful and skillful shooting motion just now, Chun Guo's heart began to race in her chest

At that moment, in front of her, Cang Konglin stood with his hands in his pants pockets, quietly gazing at her from the side. The wind gently lifted his dark, soft hair, and his face, as beautiful and enchanting as a jade carving, shimmered with a layer of brilliant and dreamlike mystery under the soft light of the setting sun. Perhaps it was because he had just run too fast; the white school uniform shirt he wore hung loosely, with the corner of a buttoned flap fluttering like a white butterfly in the wind, ... making him look like an angel preparing to spread his wings and return to heaven ...! Spring Guo stared blankly at the "Sunset Angel" Cang Konglin, moved to tears by his dreamlike beauty!

In just three short days, Cang Kong Lin has become the super idol of Firefly High School

Chun Guo was taken aback, not thinking too much, and like a fish jumping into the water, he plunged headfirst into the surging crowd

"All the questions I asked just now, you answered correctly... Cang Kong Lin, it really is you, you have returned, right?" Chun Guo said with a choked voice, her lips curling up into a happy smile, yet her red-rimmed eyes were filled with tears. "We promised to meet every year when the gardenias bloom, we promised to be friends forever... But I waited for you for such a long time, so long that when you appeared before me, I could hardly believe you really came back. We promised to meet every year when the gardenias bloom, we promised to be friends forever... But I waited for you for such a long time, so long that when you appeared before me, I could hardly believe you really came back... Lin, it is you, it really is you, right?..."

Clap! Clap! Clap! Clap!

She sobbed softly, the ten years of waiting, the ten years of anxiety, the ten years of worry, and the ten years of her friends' ridicule... all converged into sparkling tears that streamed down her face

That... I... "Chunguo looked up at the vast sky, opened her mouth as if to say something, but suddenly her gaze froze, stunned by the scene before her.

"I’m sorry, please let me out," came the somewhat depressed voice of Cang Kong Lin from the crowd. However, his somewhat indifferent words not only failed to provoke the displeasure of the surrounding girls, but instead ignited an even more intense wave of screams.

The whip struck forcefully against the little monkey, which clutched its head and cried out in distress, constantly trying to evade the blows. The already frail spine was left bruised and battered.

It is currently still mid-May, yet the temperature at Firefly Middle School feels as if it has already reached the peak of summer heat

Ah... it's really exhausting! I swear, from now on, I will absolutely never become an idol, no matter what I do! Being an idol is simply like committing suicide! Finally emerging from the dense foliage of the evergreen trees, Cang Kong Lin looked like a diver who had been holding his breath underwater for a long time, finally surfacing to take a big breath of air!

Seeing such a scene, Chun Guo's heart felt as if it were being tugged by something, causing a faint pain.

I, am I afraid of you? The monkey trainer's confidence was clearly lacking as he squinted at the little monkey in Chun Guo's arms, "You little brat, what exactly do you want it to perform? If it has any special skills, show them; don't be so mysterious!"

Ah... no," he gently shook his head, "When I saw you, you were already lying in a safe place by the roadside, and there was no one else around you... However, Cherry, you really do love gardenias, don't you? Even in such a dangerous situation, you were still tightly holding onto that bouquet of flowers.

The boy's mother hurriedly held the boy in her arms, angrily scolding the monkey performer

Damn it, why is it that every time I stand in front of Cang Kong Lin, I feel like I've lost a screw in my brain and keep making a fool of myself? ... It wasn't like this ten years ago, was it? ... Has Cang Kong Lin changed, or have I changed? ... "But, Cherry, you really lack romantic sensibility! We haven't seen each other for ten years, and on our first date after reuniting, is it really just going to be like a police interrogation, sitting here asking and answering questions? It's so boring!" Cang Kong Lin said, folding her hands and lazily resting them behind her head, murmuring with some dissatisfaction.

The crowd surrounding the scene erupted in excitement upon witnessing the earlier spectacle, eagerly pulling out money to buy flowers from the middle-aged man.

Raise... raise your hand! Spring Guo was taken aback and turned her head to look, only to realize that she had unknowingly raised her right arm high, just like a student asking a question to the teacher, causing her already flushed cheeks to turn even whiter in embarrassment

"Tired? What does a beast know about being tired? You, if you’re not going to watch the performance, then get lost! Don’t block my business!" The monkey performer angrily waved his hand at Chun Guo, forcefully yanked the rope, dragging the little monkey to his side, and then raised his leg to kick the little monkey, which let out another cry of agony.

Chun Guo was excited to rush forward, but suddenly, as if she thought of something, she reined in her earlier anger and gave the monkey trainer a dismissive smile.

A top-secret message from Cang Kong Lin

Sigh

"Cang Kong Lin, why do you call me Cherry Sister?" Chun Guo asked, slightly out of breath, as she smoothly threw in the seventh ball

"Xiao Nuo, vows, promises... why do you remember everything, yet only appear now?" Chun Guo was so anxious that tears almost flew out of her eyes

Chun Guo Baby, the more I see that guy, the more I find him displeasing! Should I step in to help you deal with him? Suddenly, Cai Ke Fu appeared like a ghost, peering out from behind Chun Guo, his eyes fixed with resentment on Cang Kong Lin, who was buried in the crowd, filled with a light of jealousy!

A hoarse voice beside her brought Chun Guo back to her senses

After speaking, he turned around, bent his knees, and pushed off the ground with force, leaping into the air with the elegance and strength of a ballet dancer. Then, with a deft twist of his right wrist, the basketball traced a clean arc through the air, landing steadily in the hoop—nothing but net—and it was a three-pointer

Happy ... ... Nervous. ... ... ... Excited ... ... Excited. ... ... And a little bit angry.

The onlookers exchanged sympathetic glances, yet when they saw the arrogant and overbearing monkey performer, each one dared to feel anger but refrained from speaking out

Cang Konglin looked at the extremely honest reaction on Chun Guo's face, which resembled litmus paper, along with her embarrassed and annoyed expression. Her gaze momentarily froze, and then she suddenly burst into a hearty laugh, playfully reaching out to tousle Chun Guo's hair

Chun Guo forcefully patted his chest, which was heaving violently from being startled by Cai Ke Fu, and turned around to head downstairs

However, at that moment, a little boy standing in front of the crowd, overwhelmed with joy, accidentally threw a skewer of candied hawthorn towards the little monkey!

Oh, his mother is truly fortunate. If I could have such a handsome son, I would surely be overjoyed.

No problem! Chun Guo thought as she rolled up her sleeves, preparing to tackle the task with great determination

Haha! Uncle, you really know how to do business!

"You little brat! Let's see where you think you're going!" The monkey trainer shouted angrily, his face turning purple as he charged towards Chun Guo, fists raised.

It is agreed to meet every year when the gardenias bloom, under the big camphor tree, at Xiaonuo's place! The final question! '' Cang Konglin forcefully threw the basketball in his hand, and the ball went straight into the hoop.

Ah! The director of education, you have arrived

Chun Guo's heart fluttered as she blushed and took the gardenia flower from Cang Kong Lin's hand

Hahaha! Alright, I understand! Goodbye, uncle!" Cang Kong smiled coldly as she waved her hand at the middle-aged uncle

YES! The first ball is in!

Call me 'big fool'! Hmph!

She nodded vigorously with joy, took her backpack, and walked alongside Cang Kong Lin towards the school gate. Her gaze never left Cang Kong Lin's face for a moment, as if he might disappear again if she were to lose focus even for a second

However, suddenly, she came to her senses and remembered something, which caused her to shiver greatly, and her once confident heart began to waver.

And when Spring Guo's father placed his hand back on his knee, the expression on his face gradually became serious

"Dad, why are you saying that too?" Chun Guo pouted in dissatisfaction and complained, "It’s all your fault. If you hadn’t taken Uncle Hei Ming Shan to explore the terrain in Mao Shan ten years ago, he wouldn’t have completed the 'Mao Shan Planning Map,' and Mao Shan wouldn’t have become what it is today. I wouldn’t have to work so hard to protect the last 'Firefly Forest'!"

"Cherry Sister, can I ask two questions at once about the three-point shot?" Sora Rin picked up the ball and turned her head to look at Haruka innocently

Cold ... ...

Thud! Thud! Thud!

In the basketball court behind the teaching building, Cang Konglin and Chun Guo huddled closely together, squatting among a large cluster of evergreen plants with branches that wrapped down like balls, straining their ears to listen to the gradually fading sounds of the girls who had been chasing after them, finally letting out a long sigh of relief

Oh no! The monkey trainer is about to catch up with me

This detestable big fool, why are you asking me such annoying questions

What exactly did Uncle He Mingshan experience in Maoshan that led to such a significant change in his state of mind, prompting him to decide not to publish his painstaking work—the Maoshan design plan!

"Alright, alright! I understand," said Chun Guo's father with a helpless smile, "However, Chun Guo, you absolutely cannot interfere with the construction of the new sports field at your school this time. This is a significant matter concerning the development of Firefly Middle School. Originally, that boy did not show up, and with just you alone, nothing much could be accomplished, but with him involved... I am worried that you might get into trouble!" Originally, that boy did not show up, and with just you alone, nothing much could be accomplished, but with him involved... I am worried that you might get into trouble!

This beast, one does not know its ferocity until it is struck! How dare it injure me, I will skin it when I return!

Nevertheless, no matter what, I will continue to protect the "Firefly Forest"! Moreover, I now have the assistance of Senior Heiqi Liang and Cang Kong Lin, so perhaps the seemingly certain matter of "constructing the new stadium" will see a turn of events!

"You, whether you have face or not is none of my business!" Chun Guo glared fiercely at Cang Kong Lin with wide eyes, filled with exasperation

The vow is that "Cang Kong Lin and Cherry Sister are forever friends!" What do your parents do for a living?

Upon seeing the content of the message, Chun Guo turned in surprise to gaze at Cang Kong Lin, who was sitting beside her. She noticed that Cang Kong Lin was currently biting the tip of his pen and slightly turned his face to look at her. Perhaps realizing the surprise in her gaze, a smug and mischievous smile appeared on Cang Kong Lin's face

"Cherry Sister, have you forgotten my name after ten years?" Cang Kong Lin replied with a smile while holding a basketball, "Cang Kong Lin."

"Hehe, it was in the early summer ten years ago, the season when the gardenias bloomed." Cang Kong replied with a cold smile, reaching out to take the basketball passed by Chun Guo, and turning around to make a rebound shot, "Cherry sister, the next question!"

Wow

Chun Guo rubbed his still somewhat heavy head and glanced around at his surroundings

Cang Konglin gazed at the tear-streaked smiling face, his eyes slightly shifting. He quickly turned around to grab the backpack he and Chunguo had placed on the stone bench beside the basketball court, excitement glimmering in his eyes

Upon hearing Cang Konglin's question, Chun Guo trembled all over, her face turning as red as burnt brown sugar, almost blackening!

Chun Guo felt the temperature rising rapidly at the back of her ears, her heart pounding against her chest like a drumstick, producing a series of intense African drumbeats

The Jingming Night Market is located in the city center of Jingming and is one of the most bustling night markets in the city. It is only a little past 7 PM, yet both sides of the long street of the night market are already crowded with vendors selling snacks and trinkets. Groups of people linger in front of the stalls, occasionally bursting into cheerful laughter and conversation

"Because when I met you, your clothes had a lot of cherry patterns, and your eyes were swollen like two cherries!" After saying this, Sōkūrin mischievously winked at Harugumi and added, "It's not because you're cute that I call you that!"

Then let's go, to visit the night market

Half an hour later, when the moon rises above the treetops, a remarkably vibrant scene appears in the bustling summer night market of Jingming City

It was merely frightened by the candied hawthorn! It is still so small, and your treatment of it is too excessive.

Hehe, it is the note you stuck on the little tree, which you left for me!" Cang Kong Lin Chong Chun Gu revealed a charming smile, "I have read every single note! However, three of the notes were damaged by the rain and are unclear, so only seven remain. But I will definitely do my best to fulfill the matters mentioned in these seven notes. This is a man's promise!" But I will definitely do my best to fulfill the matters mentioned in these seven notes. This is a man's promise!

By the way, I heard from Uncle Jiang that the boy named Cang Konglin from the mountain has transferred to your class, is that so

She couldn't help but steal a glance at Cang Konglin, letting out a deep sigh in her heart

Chun Guo walked beside Cang Kong Lin, hearing the discussions of the people around them, which inevitably increased the pressure on him

Oh no! What a miscalculation! I actually forgot to ask him if he is good at basketball first! If this guy wins, he probably won't make any strange requests, right... Oh dear! I don't want to think about it too much! In any case, I must strive to make the shot; that way, I won't be afraid of him! Even if I really lose and he makes some unreasonable demands, I will just have to deal with them as they come!

"Uncle, although Cherry Sister is fine, I suggest you ride your bike a bit slower! This way, the people around can properly appreciate the beautiful flowers behind you!" Sora Rin offered this advice to the middle-aged uncle, her face displaying a sincere smile.

Stop, it is already injured

On the basketball court bathed in the golden light of the setting sun, Chun Guo happily clenched his fist against his chest in a gesture of encouragement, then picked up the bouncing basketball from the ground. He turned around and smoothly passed the ball to Cang Kong Lin, a confident smile appearing on his face

What are you doing

Wow... that boy holding the gardenia just now looked so handsome! Hey, help me buy some gardenias too!

Moreover, this way we will not get separated

A soft and magnetic voice resonated above her head, bringing Chun Guo back to her senses. She felt her arms being securely supported by two warm palms. When she lifted her head, what came into view was the enlarged beautiful face of Cang Kong Lin.

Oh dear, I truly apologize! Young lady, did I hurt you?

Chun Guo stood gloomily to the side, brushing off the leaves and dust from his body, pouting as he cast a glance at the dark, cold sky, lost in his thoughts.

Thank you, no need.

"Oh? Little girl, why are you buying that? Those gardenias are almost wilted, and I was planning to throw them away later!" The middle-aged man glanced at the gardenias pointed at by Chun Guo, but upon turning to see Chun Guo's earnest expression, he stroked his hedgehog-like hair and mumbled, "But if you really want them... then I'll let you have them for three yuan! You can take the whole bunch! After all, there are eight stems there!"

What is your favorite color? Spring Guo held a basketball, his eyes gazing at the sky as he rolled his eyes, softly murmuring like reciting a Buddhist scripture, "I still prefer green, I suppose? Because green is the color of the firefly forest... Yes, it is green! Alright, it's my turn now!"

As the sun rises again from the foot of Maoshan, the once silent Firefly Middle School comes alive once more

Be careful

"True friends"? "Game"? "Cang Kong Lin gazed at Chun Guo, curiously placing her hands on her hips.

At this moment, the setting sun seemed reluctant to witness this sorrowful reunion, retreating behind the lush mountains. Only the dimly lit basketball court remained, bathed in deep blue hues. Cang Kong took a deep breath and gently stroked Chun Guo's head, his voice filled with regret

The ball went in! Chun Guo happily clenched her fist and turned to Cang Kong Lin, "My second question: Cang Kong Lin, in which season did we meet?"

Your words, Spring Fruit, drew the attention of the monkey trainer away from the little monkey. He raised an eyebrow and scrutinized her up and down, letting out a derisive snort, "You little girl, still wet behind the ears, what do you know about monkey tricks? I am a professional at this!"

Finally, the school day had come to an end, but when Chun Guo reached the entrance of the rooftop, she saw a large group of girls bubbling with excitement like droplets of water in a hot oil pan, surrounding the heavily besieged Cang Kong Lin... Chun Guo glanced at the camp on the rooftop and speculated that most of the girls from Firefly Middle School had likely gathered here... They were shouting excitedly at Cang Kong Lin, and the sounds of cameras and phones clicking filled the air

"You little girl, how can you blame me!" Spring Guo's father pretended to be angry as he lightly patted Spring Guo's head. "That year, when I got lost on Maoshan with your Uncle Heiming, the next day we were found safe at home by your mother and the villagers. But you, that reckless little rascal, disappeared! You ran up to Maoshan all by yourself in the middle of the night, and you were gone for more than a week. Your mother was so worried that her eyes were almost crying blind!"

"Hmm, I understand," Chun Guo said with a smile, nodding her head. She reached for her backpack behind her to take out some money, but at that moment, a banknote was handed over from the side and placed in the uncle's hand first.

Hehe, I am performing! However, my performance has already come to an end, so please enjoy your solo act!" Chun Guo smiled and saluted the monkey performer.

Seven wishes?" Chun Guo blinked in confusion, momentarily at a loss.

Well, regarding this matter, I also find it quite strange. At this point, Chun Guo's father furrowed his brows and recalled with great concern, "After I returned from the mountains with him, he went back to the mountains several times on his own, working diligently on the planning and design for Maoshan. However, one time when I saw him, he actually locked away his nearly completed planning design in a cabinet, saying that humanity and nature should coexist harmoniously, and he decided not to publish his planning design book. The next day, he went to Maoshan alone again, and as a result, he fell off the cliff and passed away during that trip..."

The middle-aged man was so busy that he had no time to pay attention to Chun Guo's protests

Let the girl who came out together pay for the flowers herself, or I will feel very embarrassed

Is it true that a boy's palm is this big? ... Just a gentle grip can completely envelop my hand in his palm ... ? ... Moreover, Lin's fingers are so long, has he practiced piano?

I have a few questions I would like to ask you

That's great... that's really great... Hearing Cang Konglin's response, Chun Guo could hardly make a sound.

I originally thought that these things would never be realized again, but unexpectedly, Lin is now by my side, and he has transformed into such a handsome young man! Although Lin was very cute ten years ago, he is now so handsome that he can be described as perfect! Walking alongside him, I always feel that his brilliance is dazzling, so bright that it makes me feel like a transparent person, disappearing under his radiance... Dinglinglingling—just as Chun Guo was lost in thought, a tricycle suddenly rang its bell and quickly whizzed past Cang Kong Lin and Chun Guo.

Ah, I am not quite sure about that," said Chun Guo's father, shaking his head regretfully. "It is truly a pity; in terms of planning and design, he was an undeniable genius. I heard that he was holding a deer antler when he died, and some say he might have been attacked by a crazed deer, which caused him to fall off the cliff. However, regardless of the circumstances, that new sports stadium is the legacy of your Uncle Hei Ming Shan, so out of respect for him, I cannot allow you to continue causing trouble at school.

Spring fruit! Spring fruit!

People in the past turned their gazes towards the source of the sound, and Chun Guo curiously walked over to peek into the crowd.

Ah! Classmate Cang Kong Lin! Where are you going?

However, just as she closed her eyes, thinking that she would end up like the news stories that often appear online, "a stampede occurred at the night market, and tourists were seriously injured," a force that felt like a gentle breeze wrapped around her. Faintly, she seemed to catch a whiff of a strong gardenia fragrance, floating restlessly around her.

"Uncle, I am fine," Chun Guo said with a smile, shaking her head and adjusting her dress.

Hearing the words of Chun Guo, Cang Kong Lin turned to gaze at the withered gardenia flowers, and a fleeting expression of surprise crossed her eyes

Cang Konglin gently wiped away the tears on Chun Guo's cheeks with her curled fingers, lowering her head to gaze deeply at her

Classmate Cang Kong Lin! Let's go out and have fun together this weekend

Is he an idol star? Where can you find a boy from an ordinary family who is this handsome

While the teacher was not paying attention, Chun Guo secretly took out his phone from the desk and looked down to open the text message he had just received:

"Hahaha! This young man makes a very valid point!" The uncle laughed heartily, patting his crew cut that resembled a hedgehog. He casually pulled out a small bouquet of roses from a wooden barrel behind him and handed it to Cang Kong Lin, saying, "I truly apologize for accidentally bumping into your girlfriend earlier. If you were to buy these roses, I would give you a 50% discount! It's half purchase, half gift, just as a token of appreciation! Hahaha!"

As the sun gradually sets amidst what seems to be an unending cheer, the school bell at Firefly Middle School finally rings out impatiently to signal the end of classes

Oh no! If I fall here, I will definitely get hurt

Spring Fruit was taken aback, her face instantly turning a shade redder than the setting sun in the sky! She turned her head to the side, feeling both embarrassed and angry, like a child whose lie had been exposed, her cheeks puffed up like two steamed meat buns!

Ah, ah, ah, ah—Classmate Cang Kong Lin! I admire you so much!

After Chun Guo finished speaking, he walked to the basket, carefully aimed at the hoop with his right hand holding the basketball, and then gently jumped up!

How do you manage your monkeys! If they can't perform, they shouldn't come out! They almost hurt my son!" After saying this, the boy's mother, angrily holding her still-crying son, stormed through the crowd and left.

Just as the crowd gasped and retreated, the monkey trainer raised the whip in his hand and struck it fiercely on the back of the little monkey

Thus, Cang Konglin and Chun Guo took turns throwing the ball and asking each other questions

Spring Fruit! It is Spring Fruit! Hasn't the guard already warned her not to approach Classmate Cang Kong Lin?

Chun Guo bit her lip and struggled desperately for a while, ultimately slowly placing her hand in the palm of Cang Kong Lin.

She awkwardly stood up from Cang Konglin's embrace and looked in the direction of the sound. A chubby uncle wearing a white tank top was sitting on a tricycle, looking at her with a worried expression. Behind the uncle, there was a large wooden barrel filled with fresh flowers, but a small bunch of gardenia petals, slightly yellowed at the edges, had been discarded outside the barrel, lying forlornly on the rough wooden planks of the tricycle's bed.

Due to the impact of the recent farce on their mood, the crowd of onlookers began to gradually disperse

At the entrance of the rooftop of the teaching building, Chun Guo stood there with a sullen face, gazing at the chaotic and lively scene unfolding before her, reminiscent of a "housewives' shopping spree." Depression and anger struck her heart like two drumsticks, making her feel as if she were about to explode

Who ... ... is it? Is it Cang Kong Lin

At this moment, Cang Konglin had already seized Chun Guo's wrist, and amidst the screams of the girls and Cai Ke Fu, they dashed down the stairs like a rocket at full throttle, successfully escaping the teaching building with Chun Guo.

Moreover, when Uncle Heiming Mountain passed away, he was holding onto a deer antler... What does that signify? Is it really as some people speculate, that he was attacked by a deer, which led to his fall off the cliff?

Being alone together ... ... reminded by Cang Kong Lin of the current situation, Chun Guo suddenly became tense all over. She clenched her fists and her face turned red, completely losing the usual clever and agile demeanor she had, resembling a little deer.

The passerby next to him pushed the spring fruit towards the imposing sky like waves driven by the sea breeze! The spring fruit could not maintain its balance, and the entire weight of its body pressed down onto the figure of the imposing sky!

Hey! What are you doing?! If you are going to perform, then perform; why untie the rope?! What if it runs away?!

Due to this minor commotion, quite a number of people gradually gathered in the night market

Um... Spring Fruit nodded gently while sniffing.

"That is truly a pity; I originally wanted to learn more about Cherry Sister." Sora Rin shrugged, passing the basketball back to Haruka, her face breaking into a radiant, sunshine-like smile. "So, Cherry Sister, what is your favorite color?"

The first question! Chun Guo placed her hands on her hips and asked loudly, "What is your name!"

Cang Konglin was taken aback, seemingly surprised as he looked at Chun Guo, his eyes reflecting a confusion similar to that of Chun Guo

"Visit the night market?" Chun Guo blinked in confusion, momentarily unable to comprehend the sudden invitation from Cang Kong.

In less than seventy-two hours, he has already won three awards at the school: "Most Popular Boy Among Girls," "Most Respected Man Among Boys," and "Most Favorite Student Among Teachers." With astonishing speed, he has captured the hearts of thousands of girls at Firefly High School, and even many boys have worshipfully fallen at the feet of his basketball shoes

Three members in the family. What is our vow

The monkey trainer stood by with his arms crossed, waiting indifferently to watch the splendid performance of the spring fruit.

Looking at Cang Konglin's radiant and charming smile, reminiscent of a sunflower, Chun Guo's cheeks involuntarily flushed again

Although the gardenia flowers have begun to wither, their rich fragrance still fills the air of spring, prompting her to take a deep breath, and a contented smile spreads across her face

How many people are there in Cherry Sister's family?

"Let's give it a try! I refuse to believe that I will lose to you, you little brat!" The monkey handler said as he stepped aside slightly, making room for Chun Guo.

Ah—take a look! When I say jump, you jump; if you don't jump, the whip will come around!

Boss! I also want to buy gardenias! I also want roses!

The little boy just now was startled by the little monkey and began to cry out loud

A sudden urgent call, like a gentle breeze blowing from the distant night sky, gradually became clear in Chun Guo's ears

"What’s wrong?" Seeing Chun Guo hesitating and unable to articulate a single sentence for a long time, Cang Kong looked at her in confusion. Suddenly, it seemed he understood something, and a light smile of "understanding" appeared on his lips. "Sister Cherry, you wouldn’t be so excited that you can finally be alone with me that you can’t find the words to say, would you?"

Cang Konglin gently tossed the ball to Chunguo, closing one eye and giving Chunguo a mischievous smile

"Wait a moment," Chun Guo interrupted the conversation between Cang Kong Lin and the middle-aged man, her gaze shifting to a withered bouquet of gardenias behind the wooden tub. "Uncle, may I not have the roses? I would like to buy that bouquet of gardenias."

Chun Guo saw the smile of Cang Kong Lin, which seemed to have already seen through everything, and felt both ashamed and angry, grinding her teeth in resentment in her heart

Chun Guo wanted to discern the direction from which the fragrance was coming, but his mind was like a television with the power plug pulled out, devoid of signal. His chaotic vision gradually became blurred, ultimately sinking into darkness... "Cherry Sister... Cherry Sister! I will protect you! This is a man's promise!"

Oh? The Director of Education!

Um... Chun Guo, it is I, Cang Kong Lin... I have returned

Alright, I understand, Dad! Hurry and go to the living room to watch TV with Mom! I need to do my homework!" Chun Guo said as she stood up, impatiently pushing her father towards the door.

Chun Guo instinctively turned her head to look, only to see Cang Kong Lin, who was at a loss on how to shake off those girls, running towards her quickly like a refugee fleeing from a flood, proudly smiling while clutching her backpack

Chun Guo was taken aback, quickly gathering her scattered thoughts. She propped herself up and slowly sat up, surveying her surroundings and asking in confusion:

Furthermore, in order to make up for the time we have not seen each other over the past ten years, I will fulfill your seven wishes

Chun Guo nodded vigorously with a smile, her adorable expression illuminated by the dim light, resembling a small wild daisy glistening with dew

Sigh... What on earth is this guy doing? Didn't we agree to meet on the rooftop after school? How did it turn out like this..." Chun Guo looked at Cang Kong Lin, who was tightly surrounded by classmates, and angrily took out his phone from his pocket to pull up a text message, his thoughts drifting back to the Chinese class this morning.

It is frustrating, with a multitude of problems, and the situation is so tangled that it feels just like a mystery novel

Although I have little confidence in my academic performance, when it comes to basketball, I am certainly not to be underestimated

It is truly disappointing. I had heard that the monkey performers at Jingming Night Market were exceptionally skilled, but what I witnessed today was simply unremarkable. The ability to train animals is even inferior to that of a high school student like me

After wandering around the night market for a while, Cang Konglin instructed Chun Guo a couple of things and then made her way alone to a nearby juice stand.

Pfft! I said, Cherry Sister, are we in class right now? Why do you raise your hand to ask me a question?

At this moment, apart from Chun Guo's lips, which were tightly pressed into a line, she appeared no different from usual. However, only Chun Guo herself knew that at this moment, her heart was pounding violently in her chest, like a rubber ball being forcefully smashed against the ground. Even though she bit her lips tightly, she was completely unable to control her excited and nervous emotions

Hahaha! Cherry sister, you are truly adorable!

Middle school teacher! What is our agreement under the camphor tree?

Seeing Chun Guo's bewildered expression, Cang Kong Lin couldn't help but chuckle softly. Suddenly, like a prince inviting a princess to dance, he elegantly extended one hand in front of Chun Guo.

You useless thing! My guests have all left because of you! I told you to behave! I told you to behave!

Good, good, good

"Yes, it's me, Cherry. Are you feeling better? You almost got hurt in the crowd just now," Cang Kong Lin asked softly, his worried gaze easing a little upon seeing Chun Guo wake up.

Your Highness, in order to prevent a recurrence of the incident that just occurred, would you mind if I held your hand?

Hmm! Yes!" Chun Guo bit the pen and nodded, "Dad, look, I told you I wasn't lying, now the truth is out, right!"

Then do you want to give it a try? After all, all the money earned by the little monkey belongs to you!" Chun Guo imitated Cang Kong Lin's demeanor, raising one corner of his mouth in a provocative smile as he looked at the monkey performer.

I am sorry, Chun Guo... However, may I make a request of you, is that alright?

That boy is so handsome! He is wearing the uniform of Firefly Middle School, isn't he?

Hahaha! Alright, alright!" Cang Kong Lin Le nodded with difficulty, smiling as she looked at Chun Guo, "Sister Cherry, it has been ten years since we last met! Moreover, since I transferred here, I have been constantly surrounded by other classmates and haven't had the chance to talk to you. Now that we have finally managed to be alone together, what should we do next..." Now that we have finally managed to be alone together, what should we do next...

The little monkey let out a mournful cry, crouching on the ground, trembling and curling up into a ball, pitifully looking up at the monkey performer, with its dark, large eyes seemingly glistening with tears.

Cang Konglin and Chun Guo each held a cotton candy, playfully teasing each other as they walked forward, attracting the amazed gazes of passersby around them, who occasionally expressed their admiration with clicks of their tongues

My request is that this summer, I hope you can spend it with me, experiencing the happiest summer of our lives

Rin ... ... Rin ... ...

Alright, let's go!" Cang Kong Lin raised the corner of her mouth and revealed a brilliant smile to Chun Guo, pulling her along as they continued to walk forward

It was by the artificial river behind the night market, where we sat on the grass by the riverbank. Seeing that Chun Guo gradually regained her spirits, Cang Kong Lin let out a slight sigh of relief

Gardenia? How strange, I thought I had placed it on the ground when I rescued the little monkey just now? Moreover, I remember forgetting to take the gardenia with me when I ran away, so how could it be... Spring Guo turned her head in confusion to look at the bouquet of gardenias that she was still tightly holding in her palm, her inner doubts swelling like a soap bubble, almost occupying her entire chest! And when she turned to look at Cang Konglin, she was surprised to find that there was no familiar scent of gardenias on him!