When they reached the grove by the lake, Liu Zhichan first glanced around to make sure there was no one around. Then he rubbed his hands and whispered, "Manli has a boyfriend."
"Is there something wrong with her partner?" Zhu Xingtong said, looking at the lake.
"Yeah, how did you know? This is what I want to tell you. Her boyfriend is married. Although they're getting a divorce, they haven't divorced yet. Don't you think she's quite confused?" Liu Zhichan said excitedly. Even so, she kept her voice low, as it would be disastrous if others knew about this.
"Have you persuaded her yet?"
"Oh, she didn't admit it at all. But I'm sure there must be something going on between them. Oh, you don't know, the way she looked at that man was so soft that it could make water come out. You say she is such a proud person, but she suddenly turned into a little woman, it was really scary." Liu Zhichan said with a look of horror.
"Could it be that you made a mistake?"
"I knew you didn't believe it. You all think I'm stupid. That's why I came to you. Come with me and you'll know." Liu Zhichan said a little hurt.
Zhu Xingtong asked, "If it's really as you said, what do you want to do?"
"Of course we're trying to stop them from being together. If this gets out, will Manli still be able to stay in school?"
"What if Manli doesn't want to leave that man? If it's true as you said, she's already deeply involved in it and I'm afraid it won't be persuaded."
"You're right. After all, she doesn't admit it at all. If this gets out, she might think it was me who spread it, and then we'll become enemies. But are we just going to let it go? Isn't that too cold-hearted?"
Zhu Xingtong looked at her in surprise. Honestly, she hadn't really liked Liu Zhichan before. She'd just been perfunctory since they were roommates. But after getting to know her, she realized she was just too well-protected by her family.
After thinking for a moment, she raised her head and said, "Don't tell anyone else about this, not even Xia Lin. I'll go and confirm it with you first. If it's really as you said, we can talk to Manli together."
"I knew you looked cold but were actually warm-hearted. Let's go, we'll be there soon." Liu Zhichan nodded happily.
Liu Zhichan took Zhu Xingtong straight to a classroom in the Chinese Department and quickly found Li Manli in the back row window. She was lying on the table, staring blankly at the male teacher at the podium.
Zhu Xingtong followed her gaze and saw a tall, slightly thin male teacher. He had slicked-back hair and wore a long, dark blue robe. His eyes were marked by a sense of vicissitudes, yet his face was remarkably youthful and handsome. There was a strange contradiction, yet a strange harmony, which made him want to explore.
Liu Zhichan blinked at Zhu Xingtong, meaning, "Is that so?"
"Let's go." Zhu Xingtong said silently, and then pulled the person away.
After leaving the teaching building, Zhu Xingtong said, "This doesn't mean anything. If it's just a secret crush, then it's not a big deal."
"This month, whenever this person has a class, she always comes here, even if she skips it. Otherwise, how do you think I found out? Wait, we're waiting here now, the get out of class is almost over anyway." Liu Zhichan pulled Zhu Xingtong to sit on the chair under the tree and whispered.
Zhu Xingtong had no choice but to wait with her. Soon, the bell rang. Then, Zhu Xingtong saw Li Manli walking out with the male teacher. She was holding a book and talking to the male teacher as they walked. This didn't mean anything; perhaps they were just discussing poetry. But Liu Zhichan was excited and motioned for them to follow. Zhu Xingtong didn't move because Li Manli had seen them.
Sure enough, after Li Manli said a few words to someone, she walked towards them.
"Are you really following me?" Li Manli looked at Liu Zhichan angrily.
"I didn't, I just wanted Atong to persuade you." Liu Zhichan said in a low voice.
"Why are you trying to persuade me? I've already said I didn't... Let's go to the lake and talk." Li Manli said as she shook her hair and strode ahead.
"It's over, it's over." Liu Zhichan rubbed his hands.
Zhu Xingtong didn't say anything. She also felt that this was inappropriate.
After arriving at the grove by the lake and making sure no one was around, Li Manli looked at Zhu Xingtong and asked, "Did she tell you that I'm dating Teacher Zhou?"
"Um."
"I solemnly tell you two, I didn't. The reason why I came to listen to Teacher Zhou's class is because I like poetry, and I also talked about poetry when I interacted with him. I, Li Manli, would not steal a married man. Please don't do such insulting things in the name of doing good for me in the future, especially you, Liu Zhichan. So this is how I am in your heart. You are stupid, and you even dragged Atong to follow me. What do you want to do? Report me? Do you have evidence?" Li Manli looked at Liu Zhichan with bloodshot eyes.
Liu Zhichan was frightened by her crazy appearance and said hurriedly, "You, don't be angry, maybe I made a mistake. I didn't tell anyone else. I only told Ah Tong, and she is very tight-lipped. Also, I'm sorry."
Li Manli looked at Zhu Xingtong again, and Zhu Xingtong immediately said, "I'm sorry."
"I'm just angry at you guys. Don't do this again." Li Manli said in a gentle tone. After that, she left without looking back.
"A-Tong, did I really do something wrong? But I..." Liu Zhichan wanted to say that she had evidence, but she had only glanced at the love poem, and now it was no longer in her hands. No one would believe her if she told them. Thinking of this, she stopped talking and lowered her head in dismay.
Zhu Xingtong patted her shoulder and said, "You mean well, but good intentions can also lead to bad consequences. Besides, some things are beyond our control. Just do your best."
Liu Zhichan nodded, "I understand. My mother always tells me not to meddle in other people's business."
"Go back and don't be sad." Zhu Xingtong felt a little hungry.
"I treated you to a meal, this is all my fault." Liu Zhichan said hurriedly when he saw it.
"OK."
"By the way, Atong, what do you think of Ren Xiang?"
"Ren Xiang? Is he pursuing you?"
"Yes. I think that although he is not as good-looking as Xue Yang, he is not bad either. He is tall and humorous. He is also a good friend of your Daliang. His character must be acceptable. Do you think I should agree?"
"Don't you already have the answer in your heart?"
"What's the answer?"
"I didn't realize he had so many advantages."
"You mean I like him? But don't I like handsome guys?"
"You didn't say he wasn't ugly."
"So, is this considered second best? Isn't this unfair to him?"
"Then think about it carefully."
As they talked, the two of them walked out of the grove.
"What are you thinking about? Liu, let's eat together. There's braised pork in the cafeteria today."
"Why are you here?" Liu Zhichan was shocked.
"I'm in class. But you, aren't you coming to play by the lake? Aren't you afraid of the cold?"
"Who's afraid of the cold? I'm wearing so many clothes."
"Indeed, like a bear."
"Who are you calling a bear?"
"I, myself."
Zhu Xingtong looked at the two of them flirting with each other as if they were alone, and suddenly felt full.
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