Chapter 7, The Mood for a Drive
As school was dismissed, a heavy rain began to pour again. Yang Xiaoguang's mother came to pick her up with a full set of rain gear and invited Nuan Nuan to walk with them.
Yihan held an envelope in her hand, which was evidently the very item that had just brushed against Nuan Nuan's lips and nose.
During the practice, pay attention; the boys are in the last row. When facing forward, the boys are behind, and when turning around, one can only see the back of the boys' heads. No wonder we still do not know each other in the same class.
What? " Yi Han asked her loudly.
Turn back
Fang Zhu also smiled, gave a warm pat, and said goodbye
Jump onto the back seat, sit steadily, and also step onto the pedal.
The Second Middle School is located in a low-lying area, and the road in front of the school has completely turned into a stream. Every day, students coming to school for military training have to wear flip-flops, carry their running shoes, and wade through the water with each step being either deep or shallow. The first thing they do upon arriving at school each day is rush to the restroom to wash their feet
On that warm day, Nuan Nuan ran to the restroom with her running shoes to wash her feet. After just a few steps, she slipped and narrowly avoided falling.
Suddenly said: "It's really boring!"
Nuan Nuan took it over to have a look; it was a score sheet, and Yi Han had not yet unsealed it. She tore it open, slowly exhaled, and upon unfolding it, her brows relaxed and her eyes sparkled with joy
Military training is not entirely about strict discipline. After five days of marching drills, on the sixth day, the weather occasionally cleared up. The instructor and the class teacher organized the entire class to sit in a circle on the playground, introducing themselves to one another, performing programs, and showcasing their talents.
"A whole body of mice." Nuan Nuan said, finally recalling that Yang Xiaoguang's dress was the same style in a different color as the one worn by the girl whose skirt got caught on Yihan's bicycle wire during the essay competition.
The sunlight furrowed its brow, stood up and said, "My name is Sunlight." After speaking, it sat down again, wearing an expression of indifference.
The girl might be complaining about something, when suddenly Yi Han straightened up, his expression darkening, displaying a demeanor of "What do you want from me".
"Every time I play the tape, he complains that it's noisy. Do you want him to strangle me?" Nuan Nuan said in a state of panic
He walks in a march with a serious expression, particularly upright and handsome
Nuan Nuan served the sweet and sour yellow fish she had recently learned to make, arranged it neatly on the table, and playfully kicked Yi Han's calf with her foot: "This is my celebration banquet, someone should refrain from interrupting."
One after another, students volunteered to sing and dance, receiving warm and enthusiastic applause, feeling the joy of growth after entering high school
Thank you! said Nuan Nuan
Today, that boy from your class who sings Cantonese songs is quite good! Our class over there could hear him, and many people were praising him!
Next year, I will rely on you! With warm, tousled hair that is also cold, I jump out of bed and run barefoot to the living room to call Lin Mufeng to share the good news
However, Nuan Nuan still felt helpless and unwilling; obtaining such a qualification for the competition did not bring her any joy. She felt a sense of grievance from being looked down upon by her homeroom teacher.
Yihan has already become a graceful young man. Just as she was thinking, Yihan happened to look up, his gaze meeting hers, and he smiled broadly, making a "V" sign with his hand
The girl who just submitted her paper was walking towards Yihan when her skirt unexpectedly got caught on a piece of wire from the front tire of Yihan's bicycle.
"Dad, if I get into Beizhong next year, what reward will I receive?" Yihan would never miss such an opportunity for a gift.
Sunshine
It seems like playing hopscotch as a child
Nuan Nuan took a look and found a pink Mickey Mouse cotton dress, which seemed familiar.
The competition venue for the essay contest is assigned to designated schools within each district according to the competition zones. Beizhong is one of the few secondary schools in the city with a history of over a hundred years, renowned and reputed as a preparatory school for university.
The entire pant leg is soaked, the long school trousers cling to the leg, and the situation is worse than it is for Nuan Nuan at this moment
It was not until the military training report during the summer vacation that I realized the students who were directly promoted formed a separate class, distinct from those who were admitted through examination. The iron triangle, which had been together for four years, was still separated. Fortunately, Nuan Nuan was still in the same class as Yang Xiaoguang.
Nuan Nuan couldn't help but laugh, and continued to focus on writing.
Such a boy singing such a song in such an occasion is simply dreamy Yang Xiaoguang daydreamed Why don't you train your little handsome brother Wang Yihan to sing songs by Leslie Cheung
Nuan Nuan noticed the sunlight beginning to create a slight awkwardness on her face and said, "Not necessarily"
Nuan Nuan saw the tall and slender boy stand out from the crowd, marching in standard step under the command of the instructor
What!
Nuan Nuan wiped her greasy hands with an apron, pinching the plastic bag with her thumb and index finger, just about to open it. Yi Han took it over and removed the contents from the plastic bag
"I never expected him to sing 'A Chinese Ghost Story'!" Yang Xiaoguang exclaimed
One month before the junior high school entrance examination, the city held a middle school essay competition, with each grade level allocated three spots. Nuan Nuan's homeroom teacher spent a long time selecting candidates from the class, ultimately deciding not to choose the widely favored Chinese language representative, who was the best essay writer in the class, but instead called Nuan Nuan into the office
Then the military training in high school began, and we were immediately faced with the miserable situation of the plum rain season
Nuan Nuan and Yang Xiaoguang looked over, and Teacher Wang was pointing directly at the sunlight
You come to practice the march in place for the other students to see
Lin Mufeng left work early to go home in the evening
Warmly and gently extending her legs to avoid the splashing water, she hums a tune softly
Water accumulated under the eaves, causing a disaster. The school maintenance worker placed bricks in a staggered arrangement within the water to facilitate student passage. The bricks were not submerged, only their red surfaces were exposed, and stepping on them felt as if walking on the water's surface
"Lin Nuannuan, this time our class has only one quota for the essay competition," she said, emphasizing her tone. "I hope you will work hard and bring glory to the school"
As the singing concluded, applause erupted. The sunlight, too, did not linger on the stage, swiftly returning to its original position.
"Our classmate Wang Yihan is determined to come and pick me up," Nuan Nuan said
Took a step forward, then looked back
It is a Panasonic brand WALKMAN. A warm surprise mixed with excitement
Just exchange your permanent one for a Giant. " Lin Mufeng promised
Nuan Nuan was seated by the window, with her head tilted to one side, allowing her to see the century-old ginkgo tree outside the window, which was as striking as the school itself
"Fool, hurry up and roll up the other pant leg," Nuan Nuan reminded, "Dad said it could lead to arthritis"
Nuan Nuan ran to the edge of the sink and rubbed her hands with soap, explaining: "Where is it? I am popularizing pop music to my neighbors on the left and right"
"He is on par with Wang Yihan's younger brother, but he falls short compared to Leslie Cheung," said Yang Xiaoguang
"Hey, this guy is quite cool," Yang Xiaoguang whispered close to Nuan Nuan's ear
The road is filled with the trials of wind and frost, the wind and frost strike my face directly
I reached out and grabbed that person, opened my eyes, and before me was the enlarged face of Yihan.
You are welcome. The young man nodded slightly, put his hands down, and continued walking forward on his own
Yi Han gazed at the warm top of her head, feeling a moment of daze.
The girl seemed extremely angry, forcefully tugging at her skirt, tearing off a piece of fabric, and ran away in a huff
"Glorious to stay at school?" Yi Han leaned over to ask, seeing Nuan Nuan nodding her head in delight.
Due to the persistent rain, the morale of the class was sluggish, and the instructor was very dissatisfied, seeking a model of standard practice to demonstrate the movements.
This is the first time Nuan Nuan has experienced a relaxed high school life since entering high school. It seems that all the classmates think this way, having temporarily escaped from the strict military training, allowing them to rest, with expressions of joy on their faces as they seize the opportunity to take a break.
Oh, "the bamboo umbrella opens up," then I will take my leave first
Yang Xiaoguang enjoys playing music after completing her tasks, claiming it to be a form of intermittent relaxation. She possesses numerous tapes and CDs of Leslie Cheung, often showcasing them to elicit admiration from Nuan Nuan.
The chain of the vintage car came off again, and I spent most of the day squatting by the pond making repairs
A bit distracted, resting my chin on my hand, I tilted my head and caught sight of the place where Yi Han was sitting
When the score sheet was delivered to Nuan Nuan's home before the arrival of the plum rain season in Shanghai, Nuan Nuan was sound asleep in bed, catching up on her rest. Suddenly, she felt something soft brushing against her lips and nose, causing an itchy sensation that she could not endure.
One month after the essay competition, the rankings were announced. Nuan Nuan secured the second place, while the first place was taken by a girl named Lu Xiao from Beizhong.
As she turned a corner, Nuan Nuan saw him enter her classroom
Fang Zhu held a cotton dress that Yang Xiaoguang had casually hung on the coat rack and asked, "This dress is nice, where did you buy it?"
Nuan Nuan concluded the matter after discussing it with Yang Xiaoguang and Fang Zhu
Nuan Nuan sighed: "Boys are indeed just boys"
Looking at the figure, there is a girl with long hair cascading over her shoulders. Generally, schools do not allow middle school girls to wear long hair, but this girl wears it freely, her flowing long hair accentuating her slender waist. Dressed in a green cotton dress featuring Mickey Mouse, it immediately evokes warm associations with Yang Xiaoguang.
As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Guang stood up again, walked to the center, and said somewhat reluctantly, "Then I shall sing a song!"
Here you go. " As he spoke, he handed over the envelope, the flush on his face still lingering.
Teacher Xiao Wang led the applause
Almost simultaneously, Nuan Nuan and Yi Han both blushed. Nuan Nuan released Yi Han, pushed him to the other side of the bed, sat up, and said: "What are you doing?"
In the mortal world, how many directions do beautiful dreams have
Nuan Nuan nodded heavily and said, "I cannot allow others to look down on me."
Give it a try! Vent your feelings in the characters you love; it is not a bad thing, and perhaps it will bring you unexpected blessings. Fang Zhu has a very optimistic attitude. Recently, due to the dual recognition of his position and achievements, he has qualified for a direct promotion. With the pressure of further education lifted, he actively helps his good friends relieve their emotions
Lin Nuannuan! This is also Han's voice
In an instant, it seems as if the place is left empty and desolate after someone has walked away
"All of these were bought back by my uncle from Hong Kong, some of which we can't find here at all." He seemed quite proud.
It is a great opportunity, and your father supports you in taking a bold step. If it does not work out, consider it as a practice for your writing.
Nuan Nuan, filled with excitement, raised her body to look around, while Yi Han rode her bicycle swiftly towards her. The splashes of water danced beautifully around the bicycle, as if she were treading on clouds. Nuan Nuan lost her balance for a moment, and her foot landed in the water, splashing her leg with wetness
Nuan Nuan bent down to roll up her pant legs. After a moment's thought, she did not stand up straight but directly helped Yi Han roll up the pant leg that was resting on the brick surface, layer by layer, securely retreating it above Yi Han's knees.
She encouraged all the talented classmates to make themselves memorable through special performances, and she took the lead by singing a song herself, employing a bel canto technique that showcased her solid foundation, which was met with a round of applause
Everyone in the class is staring at the sunlight
Of course, the matter of the helicopter is fundamentally without shadow; Yang Xiaoguang's rumors are incorrect
This posture brings the faces of the two individuals exceptionally close, with their chests touching, allowing them to distinctly feel the breath of the other brushing against their cheeks
Ah... Ultimately, because my current grades are neither good nor bad, spending this time participating in the essay competition is not a problem, as it does not affect the admission rate for key high schools
Nuan Nuan nodded heavily once again: "The examination venue for the competition is at Beizhong"
Teacher Xiao Wang felt a bit awkward, but did not give up. He invited Yang Guang, saying: "Yang Guang, you practice the best, come and perform a program to showcase your talent!"
Someone tapped me on the back, it was Fang Zhu.
Nuan Nuan prepared a table full of dishes
Searching for the infatuated, in a dreamlike state, beloved
Yang Xiaoguang brings some insider news: "It is said that winning an award in this essay competition may be considered for the direct admission list." With a snap of the fingers, "Setbacks are opportunities."
"It was also brought back by my uncle from Hong Kong. Our local specialty store does not have this style," she said, pointing to the Mickey Mouse jeans she was wearing. "I am a loyal fan of MICKY!"
Unintentionally, Nuan Nuan's gaze at the corner of her eye swept over the sunlight that had already settled into the crowd. On his face, that distant expression reappeared, his eyes unfocused as he stared ahead, seemingly lost in thought. Suddenly coming to his senses, he happened to meet Nuan Nuan's gaze.
Nuan Nuan propped her cheek on her hand, gazing at such a scene, reminiscent of the appearances of graceful young men in many comics she had read, quietly making a comparison, feeling it was quite fitting. She really wanted to capture this moment in a drawing
For about ten seconds, Teacher Wang kept smiling and looking at Yang Guang with encouraging eyes. The surrounding classmates began to whisper among themselves
Yang Xiaoguang poked Nuan Nuan and said, "This boy is really cool, he doesn't seem to care much about the homeroom teacher's authority!"
Nuan Nuan felt somewhat discouraged
Yi Han has still not arrived, and the wait is becoming somewhat anxious
Lin Mufeng took out a plastic bag and placed it on the table: "This is a graduation gift from your father"
As Yi Han and Nuan Nuan arrived at the school gate on their bicycles, both of them looked up at the school name that seemed to shine like gold, feeling a dizzying sense of admiration.
As Dainuan straightened her back, he hurriedly averted his gaze from her face
The journey of life is long, and beautiful dreams seem to stretch endlessly
The Cantonese pronunciation is quite standard, with a crisp sound, which is quite impressive. Warmly and sincerely praised.
A child in the third year of junior high school is neither too big nor too small. They can generally grasp the underlying meanings of adults' words to a considerable extent.
Yi Han remained silent, not responding to Nuan Nuan
Upon returning home, I informed Lin Mufeng about this matter, and Lin Mufeng was very supportive
Nuan Nuan has already pinched Yang Xiaoguang's cheeks in protest, and the two are laughing playfully
Behind the layers of overlapping leaves, one can vaguely see Yi Han sitting on a stone bench along the shaded garden path, with his head lowered, studying a physics problem set. A blue bicycle is casually parked beside him, complementing his blue and white checkered shirt, as if he has blended into the lush greenery around him
Nuan Nuan felt a bit flustered and hurriedly replied to Yi Han with a "V", then composed herself and lowered her head to look at the questions, beginning to write her essay
However, the rain gradually diminished and eventually came to a stop
How could he bear to do that!" Yang Xiaoguang said ambiguously, blinking her eyes.
Lin Mufeng said with a smile, "Now you no longer have to play Leslie Cheung on the tape recorder every day to disturb the neighbors."
Nuan Nuan shook her head: "Thank you, Auntie, my brother and I have made plans, he will come to pick me up." She watched Yang Xiaoguang and her daughter leave.
Yihan crouched down to help her untangle the caught hem of her skirt
Warmly indulging in playfulness, taking one step, then another, leaping between the bricks
"Why is it that after I have played Cantonese songs so many times, you still won't sing along?" Nuan Nuan complained
Nuan Nuan thinks so too
A handsome young man dressed in a blue tracksuit, wearing glasses, tall and slender, with thick eyebrows and a distant gaze
Nuan Nuan smiled politely at him, but the sunlight quickly withdrew its gaze
Yihan pointed at the school name and said to Nuan Nuan: "Next year, I will pass through this school gate every day." The tone was very emphatic
Yihan drove the car close to Nuannuan, stretched out a foot, stepped onto the brick surface, and broke into a sweat
"Are you not leaving yet? Don't you have an umbrella? I will take you home." Fang Zhu opened the umbrella in his hand
Someone grabbed her arm from behind, and she countered by pushing against the person's hand, regaining her balance
The homeroom teacher's surname is Wang, young and petite, having just graduated from Normal University not long ago, exuding the same vitality as the students.
Yihan skillfully pulled up the entire leg of the other pair of pants.
Nuan Nuan and Yang Xiaoguang gathered together to make the final push for Black June, while Fang Zhu occasionally accompanied them. Sometimes they were at Nuan Nuan's house, and other times at Yang Xiaoguang's house
Yihan was beside the table, setting down cups and plates, and said to Lin Mufeng: "Dad, Lin Nuan Nuan is going crazy with joy. Tonight, we have chicken, duck, fish, and meat all in abundance, which will increase your fat and cholesterol!"
Nuan Nuan smiled: "The one who sings 'A Chinese Ghost Story' is named Yang Guang. It seems that with one song, he has become known throughout the world. I can conveniently deliver love letters on his behalf"
Halfway through, some people have already submitted their papers
"Is there anyone else who would like to perform a program?" After several students had performed, Teacher Wang encouraged those who had not yet taken the stage. With a glance, he pointed to one student and said, "The boy in our class who practices the best, come on, introduce yourself to everyone!"
Yihan shook his head behind, crouched down, forcefully tore off the fallen piece of fabric, and casually threw it into the backpack rack of the car
Yang Xiaoguang is two points taller than Nuan Nuan, and Fang Zhu is very happy, saying that everyone can be together again. The three girls each celebrated joyfully.
I believe in your abilities, and you must also believe in yourself. Yihan looked into Nuannuan's eyes, as if he wanted to transfer all his confidence into her heart
Nuan Nuan could not sit still in the classroom and ran to the eaves of the teaching building to look around
Then Wang Yihan's Mercedes-Benz will unreservedly perform Tchaikovsky once again! Yihan snapped his fingers
Nuan Nuan thought that if it were Yi Han, he definitely would not be so pretentious, but would naturally and generously integrate with his classmates