Chapter Four, Remembering the Youth of Those Years (Part Two)

Mo Jingyan's mind automatically conjured the image of a portly landlord with a protruding belly and a proud chest

She thought for a moment and told Zuo Jun that it was time for the dance troupe's rehearsal, then slipped out of the venue alone, sticking close to the fence

Chu Ling nodded and said "Oh," then turned around to ask, "When will the photos you took of our dormitory during military training be developed? Everyone is waiting. Also, the forms for club registration this year have been given to me by the Youth League Committee. Let's discuss and fill in some data later. Now that school has started, shouldn't a few key members discuss the arrangements for recruitment?"

Zuo Jun waved to her: "Alright, alright, it's just a joke we all make when drinking, no need to say more, Mo Mo might feel embarrassed."

Mo Jingyan was originally listening quietly, but upon hearing him say the words "Old Mo," she realized he was referring to Mo Jingze. However, her mother always addressed her father this way, which made her unable to suppress a laugh. She thought to herself, who asked you to explain things to my dad

Mo Jingyan nodded: "This sounds quite like what he would say. So... what did Brother Zhaoyang say?"

Mo Jingyan shook her head: "I don't have much strength in my arms. Moreover, I have extra points for dance, and in a few days, I will probably go to the art troupe to participate in practice"

Mo Jingyan chuckled softly and self-deprecatingly remarked, "Indeed, just laying out a checkered cloth and bringing a wicker basket is enough for a picnic"

There will be a recruitment event in a couple of days. Let's go to the rock wall together to watch some experts perform live.

While washing up in the bathroom, Momo asked Zuo Jun: "Does my brother still often mention me to his friends?"

During his senior year, the teacher paid little attention to him. Senior Shao Sheng had a whim to see what he looked like with long hair, so he let it grow until it reached his shoulders, resembling Chen Haonan from "Young and Dangerous." When he came to training wearing sunglasses, he would lie on the mat and direct everyone. Everyone laughed and called him a true lord. Thus, the title "Lord Shao" was established, and as it continued, those unfamiliar with him mistakenly thought it was "Young Master." However, when summer arrived and he found it too hot, he shaved his head.

Mo Jingyan let out a soft "ah," her heart overflowing with joy, yet feeling somewhat shy, not daring to raise her head to meet the gaze of others

His gentle and deep voice, accompanied by a faint smile that seemed almost ethereal, was strikingly similar to what Mo Jingyan remembered. She was never short of boys around her who showed interest, yet none could compare to Fu Zhaoyang, who, despite their infrequent meetings, always evoked an immediate sense of trust and reliance in her. Whenever he appeared, it seemed as though she could temper her willful and reckless nature, becoming obedient and endearing. She was unsure whether this was due to her desire to present herself as well-mannered in front of him or because she felt too nervous to speak freely. Whenever he appeared, it seemed as though she could temper her willful and reckless nature, becoming obedient and endearing. She was unsure whether this was due to her desire to present herself as well-mannered in front of him or because she felt too nervous to speak freely.

Not long after Zuo Jun made the call, she heard the voice of the building manager broadcasting Mo Jingyan's name. She jumped up from the edge of the bed, feeling joyful yet inevitably nervous, and took a mirror to carefully comb her hair.

Zuo Jun smiled somewhat mysteriously: "Yes, I often talk about you."

The three of them exchanged good nights, and Mo Jingyan and Chu Ling entered the building together, feeling that Chu Ling was still sizing her up

Zuo Jun patted his chest and said, "So many boys didn't go up that line just now, spare me."

"At the beginning, it doesn't require too much strength; there are still some techniques involved," said Left Jun, shrugging. "However, I think I have a fear of heights. I prefer watching others climb, though when I do, my palms always sweat profusely."

Forget it. Chu Ling pouted and said, "Didn’t you see that she came wearing a dress? I didn’t plan to climb anyway"

He and my brother were high school classmates; I first met him when I was still in elementary school

Zuo Jun smiled: "Perhaps it embodies Teacher Chu's wishes, hoping that his daughter is agile and light, traversing through mountains and fields"

Fu Zhaoyang also smiled: "Seeing that you are not anxious or upset, and you are still smiling happily, I can rest assured. Zuo Jun is very familiar with us, and there are people nearby to look after you. Tomorrow I will take you around the school; have you seen the new semester schedule? Do you know where your classes are?"

He said that he studies geology and will eventually need to conduct field investigations, and that having some climbing skills would be greatly beneficial; moreover, he enjoys being with this group of vibrant friends

Chu Ling had fastened her safety belt, and after confirming with the safety officer, she began her ascent. Her movements were light and graceful, as she lifted her feet like a dragonfly skimming the water, making no sound. Occasionally, she spread her arms wide, and her large sleeves resembled fluttering birds. As she climbed with her hands and feet interlaced, she truly embodied the nimbleness of a rock goat.

"However, you can call her Momo," Fu Zhaoyang said to Chu Ling, "that is what everyone at home calls her"

Fu Zhaoyang was discussing something with his team members when he saw Zuo Jun and Mo Jingyan sitting down, smiling and waving at them. Chu Ling was standing next to him, wearing a loose-fitting T-shirt and tight three-quarter pants. She was already slender, and this made her appear even more delicate, but standing under the rock wall and looking up at the route, she exuded a sense of confidence and defiance.

"My brother was quite skilled back then, wasn't he? He never mentioned it when he came home." Mo Jingyan asked curiously, "How does he compare to Senior Sister Chu Ling?"

Mo Jingyan suppressed the anxiety in her heart and walked down the stairs as gracefully as possible, wondering if she could spot Fu Zhaoyang at a glance in the crowd after such a long time apart. While she was still gazing around in the foyer, she heard someone gently call her from behind: "Mo Mo." Turning around, she saw a tall young man standing beside the entrance, the warm yellow light from the incandescent lamp above casting down and outlining the contours of his cheeks, with shadows of varying depths projected from his brow and nose, creating a play of light and dark on his face.

Oh ... ...

Chu Ling smiled with a sense of relief: "They said they would take good care of you, and they all regard you as their little sister."

Mo Jingyan stuck out her tongue, feeling that she was relatively lucky in comparison. However, thinking about what was clearly stated in "A Letter to New Students," that accumulating 15 credits of failing grades would result in expulsion, it seemed that the total from several semesters of advanced mathematics, mathematical statistics, and computer courses far exceeded that score. She remembered what the academic affairs teacher had said, "Entering university does not mean entering a safe haven," and decided that aside from the unavoidable dance troupe, she would not waste time and energy on other clubs.

Oh, it is Mo Xiaomei. The girl smiled politely and said, "My name is Chu Ling, and I am also a member of the rock climbing team. I have heard about you from Mo Da."

Chu Ling stood to the side. Although she did not hear clearly, she was present during the meal and lightly smiled, saying: "That is only natural, after all, I have known the younger sister since childhood. Mo Da also knows that Captain Fu is not like other boys who would fawn over a beautiful junior sister."

Team Leader Fu, Brother Mo mentioned that you want to apply to our school. He said that’s great, as Sister Mo is full of talent and could join the team in the future. However, Brother Mo also said that your parents have always hoped for you to be a little princess, and they would definitely not allow you to participate in such sports.

People are coming and going downstairs, many second-year female students have just returned to campus from the military training base, carrying small baskets to the bathroom to take a shower, and there is a faint scent of shampoo in the hallway. There are also male students looking for someone, standing in front of the dormitory supervisor's window waiting.

Zuo Jun smiled and covered his mouth, saying: "He said, 'Do not use my name to get close to my sister. Old Fu is the most reliable; having him take care of her is enough.'"

Chu Ling pushed him: "Do not flirt with the junior sister as soon as you see her"

Fu Zhaoyang smiled: "You have certainly never met her before, this is Old Mo's younger sister, Mo Jingyan. She just reported today, and due to a mistake in the dormitory assignment, she is temporarily staying in the sophomore girls' dormitory."

Apart from my cousin, the only one I know is Fu Zhaoyang. Mo Jingyan lowered his head, filled his mouth with foam, and knowingly asked: "Who is it?"

Chu Ling nodded: "Mo Da, Mo Xiao Mei, were both called out first by Senior Brother Shao."

She felt a bit uncomfortable being watched: "What’s wrong?"

Mo Jingyan felt that asking Fu Zhaoyang directly showed too much concern, so he continued to ask: "What do the other team members say?"

She is the most playful and lively one, full of clever ideas. Left Jun smiled, "Chu Ling's father is a professor in the Department of Geology, and both Senior Brother Fu and Senior Brother Shao are his students. Chu Ling started rock climbing in middle school and is the most active one in the team."

Zuo Jun asked: "In a few days, there will be a recruitment event. Do you want to participate?"

As a university renowned for its geology and mineral resources programs, an artificial rock wall was constructed next to the sports field. On the day of recruitment, the wire fence surrounding the stadium was already covered with posters, and two lines were hung on the rock wall for interested students to experience. There were many students waiting in line to climb and spectators gathered to watch the excitement, with everyone sitting on foam mats. Mo Jingyan had to try on the performance costume for the freshman arts gala in the afternoon, so she deliberately wore a knee-length skirt for convenience in changing in the makeshift venue. At this moment, she found a corner, gathered her skirt, and knelt on the mat, spreading out the hem of her skirt.

The girl looked at her in confusion and shook her head: "I don't know, I've never seen it before"

Only one or two weeks into the new semester, various clubs have already launched vigorous promotions to attract new students. Posters for the clubs are plastered in front of the cafeteria, on the bulletin boards of the teaching buildings, and in the hallways of the dormitories. Mo Jingyan did not pay much attention to these; she had already reported to the school's dance troupe and taken on the task of participating in the new student arts performance. A few days ago, she received her class schedule from the department and discovered that the Business Administration major also required courses in Advanced Mathematics and Computer Science, which immediately made her feel overwhelmed. Returning to the dormitory to complain, Zuo Jun smiled and comforted her, citing an example of a university renowned for its engineering programs: "Their Business Administration major even requires participation in metalworking internships, with each student assigned a car and a hammer."

The climbing styles of male and female students differ. Senior Brother Mo is quite impressive. However, when I interviewed him, he mentioned that his initial intention for joining the climbing team was to cultivate his willpower and to seek the feeling of constantly surpassing himself

Chu Ling chuckled lightly and said, "It's fine, it's just a warm-up line"

Over Fu Zhaoyang's shoulder, a gaze filled with curiosity was cast over. Mo Jingyan noticed someone was watching her, and when she looked up, she saw a short-haired girl walking towards the building entrance, slowing her pace near the two of them. She had just returned from the bathroom, with droplets of water still clinging to her hair, and her expression was rather indifferent as she looked at Mo Jingyan

Zuo Jun recounted many anecdotes about the rock climbing team, including several trivial matters concerning Fu Zhaoyang, which Mo Jingyan found quite enjoyable. At some point, Chu Ling appeared beside the two, kneeling down and putting an arm around Zuo Jun's shoulder: "Next time, don't just sit there; come and climb a bit."

She walked up to Fu Zhaoyang and patted his shoulder: "Captain, no wonder I couldn't reach you on the phone just now; it turns out you were here chatting."

It is naturally different in front of outsiders. Moreover, there are others who praise you

Mo Jingyan also sincerely praised, "It is truly impressive; if it were me, my legs would definitely be trembling."

He also reminded me of some trivial matters that need to be handled at the beginning of the school year, saying that if there were any adjustments to the dormitory in a couple of days, he would come over to help move my luggage. Mo Jingyan thought about what he had said and, just after returning to school, went to the freshman building, feeling joyful and unable to help but smile.

Mo Jingyan nodded, recalling Chu Ling, and asked: "Are there many girls in the team? I just met Chu Ling downstairs, and she was greeting Brother Zhaoyang."

Active? Mo Jingyan recalled Chu Ling's calm expression just now and realized that she was not warm towards him

"You have been busy all day today, it's better to go back and rest early," Fu Zhaoyang said as he patted Mo Jingyan on the head. "Little girl, there are still many things to take care of with the start of school." He then turned to Chu Ling, "You too, let's discuss other matters during the regular meeting tomorrow."

Mo Jingyan smiled: "I see acrobatics in the same way, especially when others are throwing flying knives"

He usually calls me Mo Xiaomei, but he has never called me little sister

"Everyone else is about the same, I'll find that article to show you later," said Zuo Jun. After a moment, he seemed to remember something and chuckled, "Only the young master replied to me with two words, 'fun.' I said that response was too informal, and he told me to think about it and give him an official reply. I had already finished my article, and he looked at the draft and said, 'Junior sister, my most fundamental starting point is really just for fun.'

Chu Ling asked again: "Have you known Senior Brother Fu for a long time?"

He says at home that I am a crazy girl

"Next time, come back when you have changed into long pants. You are always welcome!"

It's nothing, every time Brother Mo mentions you, he says his sister is very beautiful, and now that I see you... it is indeed the case

Zuo Jun could not help but laugh and said: "You are the most ladylike one in the entire venue"

He rarely praises me in front of others

"Was it originally the young master who called it that?" Fu Zhaoyang asked

Mo Jingyan admired her in her heart and said softly, "Senior Sister Chu Ling's name is truly well chosen"

Zuo Jun emphasized: "It is 'Shaoye', 'Daye' 的 'ye'." She used the second tone, with emphasis.

The young man stepped back, assumed a surprised posture, and clasped his fists, saying: "I have long admired you."

Several male students who just attempted the climbing experience let go of the holds halfway through, trying several times but ultimately descending in exhaustion. Fu Zhaoyang turned to the team members responsible for recruitment and exchanged a few words, then the host took the microphone and said: "Everyone has already tried a few times; now, let the experienced team members demonstrate the basic techniques of rock climbing. While strength is important, good technique can yield great results with minimal effort"

Two boys looked at each other with a sudden realization and smiled.

Mo Jingyan nodded in agreement. She wanted to learn more about Fu Zhaoyang's life and was also curious about what kind of girl Chu Ling was.

At that moment, a male team member approached and asked, "Zuo Jun, did you bring the junior sister? Do you want to give it a try?"

Mo Jingyan whispered in Zuo Jun's ear: "What did my brother say?"

Zuo Jun laughed: "Even if he borrowed some courage, he wouldn't dare; this is a great sister!"

Mo Jingyan also smiled: "He really does have a bit of a young master's demeanor"

She asked a series of questions, and Fu Zhaoyang answered them one by one. The two of them discussed back and forth for quite a while, while Mo Jingyan stood awkwardly to the side, unable to interject. A mosquito buzzed over, and she raised her hand to swat it on her arm

Fu Zhaoyang turned around and said, "Oh, I was just about to look for you. Come, guess who she is?" While speaking, he pointed at Mo Jingyan.

Although Zuo Jun does not climb herself, since she wrote that influential article, she has become the dedicated publicist for the rock climbing team. She appears gentle and refined, but not only is her writing excellent, her calligraphy flows like a stream and is quite impressive. On the day of the rock climbing team's recruitment, Zuo Jun naturally went to the scene to take notes, and Mo Jingyan also appeared as her assistant in a logical manner.

The other boy beside him smiled and patted his shoulder: "You don't need to rally us; didn't Mo Da tell us when we had our farewell dinner, hmm?"

I accompanied my sophomore junior for military training, which just concluded today. While waiting for the bus to return in the morning, a male student from our company fainted due to heatstroke, and we hurried to take him to the hospital to handle the paperwork. As soon as I returned to school, I went to the freshman dormitory area, but the dormitory manager said he couldn't find your name. Fu Zhaoyang let out a long sigh, saying, "Thanks to Zuo Jun for calling me, I only then learned that you are temporarily staying here. I didn't expect you to encounter trouble with your dorm assignment; how will you explain this to Lao Mo?"

Mo Jingyan sat on the ground, feeling somewhat awkward. Chu Ling's gaze was not very friendly, and Luo Jun was called away by other team members to discuss matters. Fu Zhaoyang was busy organizing and had just come over to greet before being pulled away again

Chu Ling urged the two, "Go, go, quickly go and provide protection, so many new students are waiting to experience it. Don't bring up what was said when we were drunk back then!"