Chapter 39 Chapter 39

As we all know, Director Guo loves to stir up trouble. He wants all students to quarrel today and fight tomorrow, and it would be best if there are more restless students, so that he can be on the hot search every day and take the black and red route. In this way, the effect he wants is achieved, with topics, popularity, click-through rate, and attention. He really has mastered the password of traffic. He is simply the favorite director of Tencent leaders and people who like to make fun of him.

Director Guo has 15 cards in his hand, with four suits: hearts, diamonds, clubs, and spades. Students take turns to draw cards, and those who draw the same suit become new roommates.

Finally, He Xianyu's new roommates are Wu Han, Chen Ge, and Lin Jiesen.

It was already one in the morning when they arrived at the temple. The students were exhausted, so they washed up quickly and fell asleep on the bed.

At around four in the morning, He Xianyu was awakened by a rustling sound. He rubbed his sleepy eyes and barely recognized Wu Han's figure in the dim light. "Wu Han, are you going out?"

Wu Han replied softly, "This place is very close to the sea. I want to go see the sunrise."

"I've never seen the sunrise over the sea. Wait for me." He Xianyu quickly changed her clothes and went down the mountain with Wu Han.

Even though they had been classmates for 40 days and had been members of the same study group, He Xianyu and Wu Han were still unfamiliar with each other. Or it could be said that Wu Han was unfamiliar with everyone in the class. So when Wu Han took the initiative to call out his name, He Xianyu was a little surprised.

"He Xianyu," Wu Han paused and continued, "During the spring sports meet, you and Wei Zhuochen were in the bathroom, and I was outside the door."

His subtext is: I heard all your conversations.

Without cameras or PD following him, He Xianyu asked freely, "Do you think the relationships among the boy band members are just too plastic?"

Wu Han shook his head. "I just didn't expect you to kill someone with a borrowed knife."

He Xianyu didn't expect him to say such a thing and couldn't help laughing out loud: "Wu Han, what on earth made you think I'm a saint?"

Wu Han thought about it and analyzed it seriously: "In the Chinese character dictation competition, you gave up your personal victory to Zhang Wanyue. When learning to sing the theme song, you divided the lead singing part. You also used your study time to answer questions for your classmates."

"This only shows that I am kind to others, but it doesn't mean that I am a soft persimmon that anyone can step on." Passing by a pothole, He Xianyu reminded Wu Han to watch his step.

Dawn was breaking, and the earth was hazy, as if covered by a silver-grey veil. Everything was silent, except for the sound of the waves lapping against the shore, making a whispering sound.

The two sat on a large rock, looking out to sea, waiting for the sunrise.

Wu Han continued the previous topic: "Now everyone knows that Teacher Xiao is your brother. No one will step on you."

"He's not my biological brother." He Xianyu turned to look at Wu Han, "Wu Han, your thoughts are quite simple. But I really like this kind of simplicity."

Maybe it was because the second mock test was finally over and Wu Han was in a relaxed mood, maybe it was because there were no cameras around him so he let down his guard, or maybe it was because the sea breeze blew away some of his annoyance, the sullen Wu Han started to talk more: "Sometimes I think you artists are fake, you act one way on the surface and another way inside. Why do people have to live so hard?"

He Xianyu suddenly realized: "So, this is why you don't associate with us?"

Wu Han did not comment.

"I admit that we are sometimes quite fake, but this is a way for us to protect ourselves. Who likes to be judged by the entire network? And who is really broad-minded enough to not care about public opinion?" He Xianyu picked up a small stone beside him and threw it into the sea.

Wu Han said nothing.

He Xianyu continued, "Before, netizens called me a bully, but it finally stopped. Now they call me a person with connections and cheating. I haven't told anyone about this. Actually, I was under a lot of pressure during this exam, and I was afraid that I would not do well."

Wu Han was somewhat surprised. He and He Xianyu had been in a study group and had been on a haunted house adventure together. In his impression, apart from sports, He Xianyu had always been good at everything.

"Can I exchange my secret with yours?" He Xianyu asked softly.

Wu Han hesitated for a long time, then nodded slightly.

"What is the real reason why you came to participate in this variety show?" In the program interview, Wu Han said that he wanted to make some friends of the same age, but after recording for so long, he never talked to anyone.

Wu Han said bluntly: "Because the program team gave too much."

He Xianyu was stunned for a moment, then burst out laughing.

Wu Han also found it funny and laughed along.

Wu Han is not happy at all in this variety show. In fact, with his current mentality, he will not be happy no matter where he is. He has always locked himself up in a solid wall, unwilling to open the window to see the outside world, and does not want to interact with his classmates. He took the initiative to raise his hand to become Zhang Wanyue's deskmate because he felt that Zhang Wanyue was very similar to himself. Although he was in a lively campus, he felt very lonely.

The sky was pale, and the ground was gradually getting brighter. The sea breeze was cool, gently blowing across every inch of the land, bringing a touch of freshness and tranquility.

He Xianyu lay on the rock, resting his head on his hands, in a relaxed and comfortable posture. "There are these lines in Ba Jin's essay "Sunrise at Sea". 'Sometimes there are dark clouds in the sky, and the clouds are very thick. When the sun rises, people cannot see it. However, the sun radiates its light behind the dark clouds, giving the dark clouds a bright golden edge. I think everyone is his own sun. Maybe it is temporarily covered by dark clouds, but it will eventually shine and give off heat.'"

"This is the first time I've seen someone treat a Chinese textbook as chicken soup for the soul." Wu Han looked at the junction of the sea and the sky, waiting for He Xianyu to continue giving out chicken soup, and the sound of shallow breathing rang in his ears.

He Xianyu fell asleep.

Good-looking people are very good-looking even when they are asleep. He Xianyu has skin as white as snow, a straight nose, and thick and slender eyelashes that flutter gently with his breathing like butterfly feathers. Unlike Gu Zeye, his good looks are non-aggressive and can make people let down their guard.

At the moment of sunrise, Wu Han woke up He Xianyu.

The sky is full of red sun, shining brightly. The red clouds in the sky are reflected on the sea. The breeze blows, rippling the sea, shining with golden light, which is beautiful. Every frame is as beautiful as a movie.

"Wu Han," He Xianyu said softly, "If you really can't let it go, don't force it. Or you can try your left hand."

He Xianyu read a novel in which an e-sports tycoon retired due to injury and then worked hard to train his other hand, and then returned to the battlefield to regain his glory. He Xianyu didn't know if this would work with Wu Han, but seeing that Wu Han looked half dead every day, he casually gave him a suggestion.

The two watched the sunrise in silence for a while, then walked back to the temple along the mountain path in the morning light.

At the temple gate, they met Xiao Qinghe, who had just returned from a fashion week abroad.

Wu Han nodded to Xiao Qinghe, then strode away.

"Was my eyes dazzled just now? Did Wu Han smile?" Xiao Qinghe looked at He Xianyu and asked in surprise, "How come you can get along with him?"

He Xianyu joked: "Maybe it's because I'm good-looking."

The soft morning light fell on him, casting a faint halo around him, and the boy's smiling eyes were even clearer and brighter than the morning light.

There's just a tuft of hair on top of his head, which makes him look silly.

Xiao Qinghe couldn't help but raise his hand to smooth down the tuft of hair, and couldn't help but say, "It really looks good."

He Xianyu was stunned. Why was the big devil in such a good mood today? Did he negotiate a big project? Taking advantage of this great opportunity, He Xianyu hurriedly asked, "Teacher Xiao, is your company still short of actors? Sister Xue, no, my mom wants to act. Can you sign her?"

Compared to Song Xue's desire to return to the entertainment industry, Xiao Qinghe was more surprised by He Xianyu's change in attitude towards Song Xue. He was the one who first said that Song Xue would kill Xiao Jun, and now he was the one who was kind enough to help Song Xue find a job.

Xiao Qinghe led He Xianyu to a small pavilion nearby. After making sure that there were no strangers around, he asked, "What's going on between you and Song Xue? Didn't you hate her very much before?"

He Xianyu was waiting for him to ask this question, and brought out the argument he had prepared long ago: "Didn't my mother lose her memory? I think this is a chance for God to give us, mother and son, a chance to start over. So, let the past be the past."

Xiao Qinghe was skeptical. He put the relationship between Song He and her son aside for the time being and rejected He Xianyu's request.

He gave three reasons.

First, Song Xue has faded out of the entertainment industry since she started dating Xiao Jun. Xiao Qinghe doesn't understand why she wants to return to the entertainment industry.

Second, Song Xue's previous roles were all heroines. Considering Song Xue's current age, Xiao Qinghe didn't have a suitable heroine role for her.

Third, and most importantly, Song Xue's acting skills are terrible and her commercial value is not high. As the boss of Qingkong, Xiao Qinghe can't see what value Song Xue can bring to Qingkong.

"Maybe her acting skills suddenly improved after she lost her memory? And she can play supporting roles or even villains. Teacher Xiao, please, give her a chance. She really loves the profession of an actor." He Xianyu looked at him eagerly.

Xiao Qinghe was unmoved. After more than 20 years of debut, Song Xue's acting skills had not improved at all, and her mind was completely focused on men. Xiao Qinghe really couldn't see her "love" for the profession of actor.

He Xianyu decided to use his trump card. He grabbed the hem of Xiao Qinghe's shirt, shook it, and said in a coquettish tone: "Please, brother!"

If his sister Xiaotao used this trick on him in the past, he would definitely not be able to resist.

Xiao Qinghe lowered his head to look at He Xianyu's hand that was tugging at the hem of his clothes, then slowly moved his gaze upwards and met He Xianyu's eyes.

The boy's eyes were very beautiful, as if if he just blinked, a butterfly would immediately fly out from his trembling eyelashes, without even saying hello, and go straight into one's heart.

"Brother, is this okay?" He Xianyu waited nervously for a long time.

Is it the wrong gender?

He withdrew his hand awkwardly and said goodbye to Xiao Qinghe. Before he had taken two steps, he heard Xiao Qinghe's voice as clear and mellow as a violin: "Tell her to come to Qingkong when she is free. I will talk to her in person."

He Xianyu was overjoyed, turned around, and smiled like a flower: "Thank you, Teacher Xiao!"

Xiao Qinghe was stunned for a moment. Why was it the polite and distant "Teacher Xiao" again? It was as if the "brother" just now only existed in the dream of dancing butterflies.

After breakfast, Xiao Qinghe assigned today's tasks.

The Red Peach Team that He Xianyu belongs to is responsible for sweeping the floor.

Jiang Bai's Cube Team was responsible for helping in the kitchen.

Jingchen's Plum Blossom Team helps out at the French Logistics Department.

Gu Zeye’s Spade Team is responsible for picking, weeding and planting vegetables in the vegetable garden.

Gu Zeye exploded when he heard this, "Why do I have to do so many things?"

Director Guo is used to playing the bad guy, and said with a straight face: "Ze Ye, you have to follow Teacher Xiao's arrangements."

"He never taught me, so how can he be my teacher?" Gu Zeye had never liked Xiao Qinghe from the beginning, and he was not convinced, "Why can he just talk and do nothing every time?"

He Xianyu couldn't bear to watch it anymore and interrupted, "Gu Er, stop making trouble."

"What did I do? He Xianyu, he's your brother now, you should speak up for him, right?" Ever since he saw Xiao Qinghe stroking He Xianyu's fur, Gu Zeye's anger had been growing. "Now you can see him every day, and he's going to blind you!"

Director Guo wanted to say something else, but was stopped by Xiao Qinghe. "I'm sorry that as your class teacher, I didn't do anything for you. I'll work with you today."

Gu Zeye is worthy of being Director Guo’s most satisfied student. Other students are respectful to Xiao Qinghe, but only he dares to offend Xiao Qinghe’s authority as the class teacher and top traffic star.

Gu Zeye was afraid that Xiao Qinghe would say one thing to his face and do another behind his back, so he picked up the broom beside him and put it in Xiao Qinghe's hand, "Teacher Xiao, please."

Apart from students and necessary staff, the only people walking around in the temple in the early morning are the temple masters. The entire courtyard is quiet, with only the sounds of birds singing and leaves rustling in the wind.

Teachers and students all put on yellow volunteer vests and started today's volunteer work.

It is April in the world, and the spring breeze blows and the flowers are in full bloom.

Quanzhou was formerly known as Citong City, and it was named after the cassia trees planted around the city when Quanzhou was expanded in the Song Dynasty. Both sides of the stairs leading to the seaside from the temple are planted with cassia trees. The cassia flowers on the trees are as bright red as fire, forming a red corridor.

Xiao Qinghe has lived in the north for many years. Unlike northern cities, southern cities are full of gentleness and delicacy. There are clouds floating in the sky. This is a place where you can dream just by smelling the breeze.

The sunlight cast fine shadows through the gaps between the flowers, falling on the tabby cat that had been sleeping soundly under the tree.

Everything seemed peaceful and tranquil.

There was nothing urgent to do, and no media attention, which made Xiao Qinghe, who was used to a fast-paced life, feel a little overwhelmed. He leisurely cleaned up the flowers that fell from the tree, feeling that he had "stolen a half day of leisure in this busy life".

"Teacher Xiao, we are here to help you."

After He Xianyu and Chen Ge finished cleaning the yard, they ran down the stairs with the cleaning tools and trash can.

He Xianyu was slender and moved lightly. Chen Ge was like a bun, his fat trembling as he walked down the stairs.

The noise of the two woke up the tabby cat, which let out a howl and ran away without looking back.

"The flowers are blooming so beautifully, Zhaoyan will definitely like them!" Chen Ge took out his mobile phone and was about to take a picture of the beautiful scenery to share with Song Zhaoyan, but when he heard He Xianyu coughing beside him, he remembered that the head teacher was still here.

Director Guo has already informed Xiao Qinghe that there are signs of romance in the class recently, led by Chen Ge and Song Zhaoyan.

Xiao Qinghe fulfilled his duties as a class teacher and advised: "Chen Ge, the college entrance examination is coming soon. At this critical moment, you should focus on your studies."

Chen Ge had a different idea. "Teacher Xiao, it's because we are under a lot of pressure right now. If we can support and encourage each other with the people we like, I think we can all get better grades."

Xiao Qinghe looked at He Xianyu, "Xianyu, if you were Chen Ge, would you do the same?"

How can He Xianyu have the time to date in Beijing? Apart from recording activities on weekends, he spends almost all his free time doing exercises. He hardly plays with his phone on weekdays. Except for the episode where Director Guo organized his classmates to watch the show and react, he has not even watched the "College Entrance Examination Countdown" in which he participated.

He really doesn't have enough time.

Moreover, the key question is -

"It seems that no girls in the class like me." He Xianyu suspected that maybe it was because the original owner liked boys. Since entering this world, his popularity with the opposite sex has completely disappeared.

Soon, the three of them finished cleaning and returned to the temple.

He Xianyu heard from the staff that Gu Zeye mistakenly pulled out the medicinal herbs planted by his master as weeds, and is now planting them back one by one.

The second young master of the Gu family, who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, probably went to the fields for the first time in his life. He rolled up his sleeves and trouser legs, his hands were covered in mud, and he bent over to plant back the herbs he had destroyed.

Pulling weeds is fun, but planting weeds will lead to a crematorium.

He Xianyu squatted beside him, pointed at a herb with only one leaf left, and asked, "Master, do you think this can still survive?"

Gu Zeye was holding back his anger, but He Xianyu, the fearless one, bumped into his gun and shouted, "He Xianyu, are you gloating over someone else's misfortune? I know you are prejudiced against me and you hate me!"

Although Gu Zeye is a bit rude and childish, he is a true friend worth making friends with. He Xianyu said seriously, "Master, I don't hate you."

"Then you just like me." Gu Zeye is used to changing the subject, "Then you should like Jing Chen and Jiang Bai less and like me more in the future."

Why--

Really a childish ghost.

He Xianyu rolled up his sleeves and helped Gu Zeye grow medicinal herbs.

Xiao Qinghe, who was not far away, watched this scene and thought to himself, no girls in the class liked He Xianyu, but there were boys who liked him.