Chapter 7, The Sound of Cicadas

It is unclear who started it, but many classmates call him that.

I, I didn't know before, I forgot. After pondering for a moment, Huai Xu said, It seems I need to pay more attention in the future. Moreover, I have also discovered something: if I do nothing all day long, I can't remember anything. It's different when there are things to do. You see, I've only been with you for one day today, and many memories have become more fluid.

"You should learn that if you can see monsters, you must learn to deal with them," Huai Xu said to Zhou Li. "Perhaps one day, some trouble will find you, but if you cannot handle it, you will suffer losses"

Achoo

She did not say anything. "Zhou Li shook his head.

Still, it's not too bad

Li Nan always manages to close his mouth at the precise moment when the English teacher turns around, demonstrating impeccable timing

The cicadas outside continue to chirp noisily

Well, they call him the Fish King. However, this is a title given to him by humans, and we are merely using human language. Perhaps he is just a highly respected great demon, and the ancient people assigned him a title that aligns with human notions. If you find it uncomfortable, you may also refer to him as the Demon Emperor, Demon Sovereign, or even Demon President, Demon Chairman, or Demon General Secretary

Hmm

He was holding two apples in his hands when he suddenly felt a bit awkward. Although the whole class knew that he was the one who delivered things to Li Nan every day, he had always assumed that Li Nan was unaware, and Li Nan had also pretended not to know. This way, Li Nan could comfortably ask loudly in the classroom twice who had left those things for her, and then throw them away due to the lack of response. He didn't know how this had started, but over time it had become an unspoken understanding.

Are you referring to the kind that is specifically for subduing demons and eliminating evil spirits

The sunlight is somewhat glaring, only covering half of the playground as it is blocked by the teaching building, with a line dividing black and white drawn in the middle

He was in the same class as Li Nan in the first year of high school, previously following Li Nan as a subordinate. Now in the third year of high school, everyone has matured; those who were once silent have become lively, and those who were once arrogant have become more approachable. Their relationship has grown closer, and in this harmonious interaction, he seems to gradually discover his special feelings for his former elder brother.

This was asked by Wu Yuanliang

Li Nan was very angry: "What scheme is this old pervert up to again!"

Zhou Li did not respond to him

Do not eat

Good morning

It is truly hard work

Hmm. Zhou Li found it reasonable

It is likely that the English teacher and her mother were classmates in the past. She mentioned that her mother was very beautiful when she was young, and it is presumed that the English teacher may have had feelings for her mother, although it did not come to fruition. When the classes were combined, her mother specifically approached the English teacher, hoping that the teacher would take extra care of her silly daughter out of past affection. However, the English teacher not only failed to provide any special attention but also made things difficult for her in various ways.

The English teacher suffers from severe paranoia, as he always believes that if he takes his eyes off the class for even a moment, the students will start playing mahjong and barbecuing in the classroom. Consequently, he frequently turns his head abruptly to glance at the students while writing on the blackboard, often interrupting his own writing mid-sentence.

Nan Ge's eyes lost their luster

You should be able to do this in the future

"Brother Nan." The cultural and entertainment committee member also walked in.

It was inquired about. Huai Xu said, "It is said that in the past, demons and humans established an agreement, whereby demons are not allowed to appear before ordinary people, cannot interact with ordinary people, must not interfere with the lives of ordinary people, and certainly must not commit any wrongdoing... There are quite a number of rules."

Zhou Li knew that the English teacher always targeted Li Nan

He brought a bag of dried mushrooms for Huai Xu, and it took Huai Xu until he had climbed twenty-five flights of stairs to finish them

Not long after, Li Nan approached Zhou Li again and said, "Hey, do you know why I didn't come yesterday?"

I knew it! However, you guessed quite ... ...

Exam!

The next day, due to an additional early self-study session for the third year of high school, Zhou Li left the house before Zhu Shuang got up.

Huai Xu climbed up a willow tree, not very high, while San was looking at him from below at eye level

"You went to university, to feed animals?" Huai Xu found this somewhat difficult to understand. Based on his observations, those who attended university were expected to become astronauts, scientists, teachers, or doctors.

"Nan Ge is here!" Chen Guohua, who was sitting in front, walked into the classroom and greeted Li Nan, "How is your health?"

Is there a demon king among the demons?

The lecture began only at random.

11 o'clock in the evening

Perhaps, but that is not what I meant

Don't say it!

Oh

As for the title 'old pervert', it is merely because the English teacher got divorced last year and has been getting closer to the single female teachers at the school. Coupled with his greasy appearance, when he smiles, his eyes squint and his wrinkles stack up, he would likely be in high demand as a character actor playing a pervert in film crews

"If we can't find out, then let's just forget about it," Zhou Li said

The scent of the flowers is somewhat strong. Zhou Li moved the hyacinth a little towards the window

Huai Xu swallowed and continued to look at Zhou Li: "However, if you want to practice something else, like your skills, I can teach you. Also, in the future, we can make inquiries in the circle to find out where there are very capable individuals. As long as we find these people, you should be able to learn the methods to become a celestial master."

"I won't eat, thank you, I understand." At this moment, Li Nan's mind was in a state of chaos

Ah... yes, I have been discharged from the hospital

Oh

Jiang Han told Zhao Ma, as Zhao Ma said

Is it really that strict? What happens if one violates it

Diary

Zhou Li was startled

Hiss!

Suddenly, Li, sitting at the same table, discovered a small cake in the desk. Her expression was remarkable, and after glancing around the classroom, she quietly threw the cake into the trash can. She returned to her seat and asked Zhou Li, "Yesterday was all about reviewing the papers, right? Was there anything particularly important? If so, please tell me, so I don't lose points during the exam."

The English teacher was quite angry with Li Nan for missing class yesterday, and started off by mocking and ridiculing him. However, Li Nan was unfazed and even considered recording the teacher's words to create a humorous remix as a ringtone with his friends

Why don't you close the window

Oh, has the diary been rewritten since high school

I asked him a question, and he was unwilling to answer me, so he bit me. Fortunately, my skin is thick. He even said that I was bullying him and that he would go find someone to complain about it. It seems that Huai Xu doesn't really care, "How could I?"

Engaging in casual conversation, they lost track of time, and before they knew it, it was quite late. Considering that Huai Xu had gone out of his way to inquire with other demons to help him resolve his confusion, it was only natural that he felt reluctant to let him leave at such a late hour, so he invited him to stay the night on the upper bunk.

So I say, this old lecher is truly petty

... ...

"They are all withering, how pitiful." Huai Xu looked at the flowers, his brows slightly furrowed, "I seem to have heard of a kind of monster that can make flowers bloom forever."

The English teacher mentioned a point that is easily misunderstood while explaining the topic, stating that you were the only one in the entire class who answered that question correctly, and he said you must have guessed it

Alright

Are you sick

Zhou Li placed the exam paper on the stack of books to the left, patiently writing today's diary, when suddenly a sound came from outside the window

Almost

I didn't mean that either. In any case, it's just that you can see demons like me, a person with extraordinary talent, right? There are many terms ordinary people use for them, the most common being mage and celestial master, as well as immortal elder. " Huai Xu said with a smile, "I knew you would definitely be interested in this, so I specifically asked for you.

What do you want to do in the future?" Huai Xu asked again

"That old lecher, he has an issue with me!" Li Nan furrowed his brows, but quickly relaxed them, "Regardless of that, since I got it right this time, I am sure I can guess correctly in the college entrance examination as well"

"Come in quickly!" Zhou Li suddenly noticed a wound on Huai Xu's arm and asked, "What happened to your hand?"

Zhou Li heard the sound of slippers hitting the floor, which should be his younger brother Zhu Shuang. Soon after, there was the sound of the refrigerator opening, and somehow Aunt Jiang discovered it. Aunt Jiang has recently been very focused on health preservation, so she advised Zhu Shuang not to eat anything at night, as it could lead to a series of health issues

Zhu Shuang did not refute, but simply ran to Zhou Li's door and asked: "Brother, do you want to eat dried mushrooms?"

And you?

However, the English teacher still scolded her harshly again, using her absence yesterday as an excuse, and at the end of the second class, he requested her to come to his office after the evening self-study session.

"I am sorry, I thought you were very bold." With that, Huai Xu used one hand to knock on the window

A fish

Soon, classmate Li arrived at the classroom, placed his bag beside the desk, and greeted Zhou Li

After thinking for a moment, he still picked up the apple, contemplating that this might serve as a tentative breakthrough: "I heard you were hospitalized, so I bought two apples on my way. Would you like one?"

Aunt Jiang is still rambling on

After the entertainment committee member left, she turned to Zhou Li and said, "Why does everyone know about it..."

"Bitten by a little demon." Huai Xu entered the room

Then

A pigeon flew past the window, the sound of its wings flapping was very heavy

However, this still cannot prevent Li Nan and Zhou Li from speaking.

There are reports of a fish that has not been seen for several hundred years

You startled me so suddenly

Aren't you going to take the university entrance exam

This is a command issued personally by the Demon King; generally speaking, no demon would dare to violate it, as they are all quite single-minded

I am somewhat interested in learning

Zhou Li arrived early in the classroom, gazing out the window in a daze. Before long, he saw a slender girl riding a bicycle, whizzing in through the school gate, still standing while riding, and only came to a sudden stop at the bicycle parking area

At that moment, some sounds came from outside, and the two of them instinctively closed their mouths

He then crossed over Li Nan and looked out the window.

"How do you know? Did Jiang Han say that?" Li Nan's expression stiffened

She quietly recounted her connection with the English teacher to Zhou Li, who, not fond of English classes, engaged in conversation with her.

Wow, Nan Ge, you have been discharged from the hospital!" Zhang Xiuhua followed closely behind.

Is this also something that needs to be learned? Zhou Li asked

I like animals

In fact, last night she felt uncomfortable after overeating, but she felt better shortly after arriving at the hospital. She could have attended class yesterday, but she just wanted to take it easy. As a result, she spent half the day playing games at home, losing every match. She sneaked into the first high school to play basketball for a while, and surprisingly, one of the teachers recognized her. When she got home, her mother scolded her thoroughly. She tried to take out her frustrations on her cat, but almost lost the fight. Upon reflection, she realized it would have been better to attend class instead.

As he spoke towards the end, his words became somewhat hesitant

Wishing that Shuang does not take it to heart, saying that if one cannot eat at night, why is there a light in the refrigerator

Well, then please pay attention to moderation when eating in the future, especially after dinner, do not...

Zhou Li did not reply to her, but merely shifted his gaze upward. Today, Li, his deskmate, did not have her stray hair, which left him somewhat disappointed

The college entrance examination is of utmost importance now

Wu Yuanliang is the cultural and entertainment committee member

Outside gradually became quiet

Huaixu stood next to Zhou Li and said: "She is the one I saw that night, the one being chased by the dog"

Good morning

Zhou Li nodded and said, "Let's talk about it after the college entrance examination."

Thank you

How was I bitten

She feels somewhat regretful

Is that so? But I also don't know how to learn, and that little demon doesn't know either. Do you want to do it?

They are all considered to have withered late

The first class is taught by the English teacher

Where is that person? Is there anyone among the people who specifically interacts and deals with demons, someone who can see demons, like the Taoist priests on television?

Huaixu rested both hands on the window frame, propping up his body. The height of the twenty-fifth floor held no significance for him. He stared unblinkingly at Zhou Li and asked, "Are you writing a journal?"

Not long after, Huai Xu caught a cicada and brought it over from a distance to show Zhou Li

After returning home, Zhao's mother also ate and spoke about it

Admitted to the hospital

I want to be a zoologist, or a zookeeper or administrator, or go to the grasslands to photograph animals and become a photographer. Zhou Li has thought about this for a long time, as it relates to filling out his application for college.