Seventy-two sloths are unchangeable.
After lunch, the group went home. Although they didn't have much fun, they had a big meal, which was a kind of reward. Some of the younger ones, in particular, probably ate too much and started to doze off not long after getting on the bus.
Especially Luo San, who slammed his head against the bus window with a loud bang, making Li Wei, who was sitting behind Xiao San, tremble with fear. She strongly urged Luo Da, who was reading a sports magazine in the last row of the bus, to sit with Xiao San and not hurt himself.
Luo Da glanced at Xiao San'er, then switched seats with Luo Er, who was also slumped over in sleep. He put Luo San'er's head on his lap, and Xiao San'er finally slept soundly. Luo Da continued reading his magazine as usual.
Ever since we arrived at my aunt's place today, Luo Da has been obsessed with magazines. Are they really that good? Li Wei peeked out and saw two simple little figures fighting, seemingly doing some kind of martial arts or grappling, but she couldn't understand it.
After returning home, Li Wei didn't go to her maternal grandmother's house. Since her aunt was coming back that evening, it didn't matter whether she went or not. Instead, she could use this time to study. Midterm exams were coming up soon, and she couldn't afford to be careless.
There are so many junior high students now, and many of them are excellent students—there are hidden talents everywhere! Don't let your own level fall behind. Exams, at their core, are a competition between people. You don't necessarily have to be the fastest, but you must be faster than those around you. If you can't compete with those around you, there's no point in trying to compete with even more people.
Moving from the bedroom to the kitchen and back to the bedroom, Li Wei would change locations while studying, drink water, and eat fruit, keeping herself busy and happy.
Li Lin, who had been doing her homework in Li Wei's kitchen, couldn't take it anymore: "Sis, can you please be quiet for a while? You're making me dizzy. Is this how you read a book?!"
Li Wei stopped biting into her apple and glared at Li Lin: "You little brat, you've only been in junior high for a few days and you've already learned to lecture your older sister? Are you tired of living? Do you think it's easy for me to read this stupid textbook? Do you think I'm reading a novel? If I don't move around, how can I keep going?"
Seeing her sister's fierce demeanor, Li Lin realized that after a long period of being intimidated, she really didn't dare to challenge Li Wei to her face, except for badmouthing her behind her back.
Actually, you can't blame Li Wei for making a fuss. If it weren't for the pressure of getting into a good school, she would never have liked being close to textbooks, even for some particularly easy subjects like English and Chinese.
It's true. I developed a psychological trauma from the entrance exams in my previous life. Sometimes I even have nightmares about exams. I don't study at all. I can't understand the questions on the exam paper at all. Not to mention the absurd things like not being able to find the exam room.
Entrance exams. For many who have experienced them, they are a lifelong nightmare.
Li Wei is an ordinary girl with low IQ, low EQ, and short stature. She is just like everyone else.
As she looked around, Li Wei suddenly realized that she had been quite careless since starting junior high school. Aside from attending her main classes diligently, she hadn't really paid much attention to her studies outside of class, except for doing homework.
Now, looking closely at the textbook, I realize that my previous assumptions about concepts and formulas weren't entirely accurate. And isn't the exam testing these very basic things?
My IQ isn't high enough. I need to at least put in some effort. Many things aren't as easy as they seem. And after all these years, some things aren't as clear in my memory anymore. I should try harder now. I still need to secure a stable job.
Thinking of this, Li Wei rallied her spirits, raised her arms, and shouted, "Go for it!"
Li Lin, who was doing her homework, jumped in fright and looked up at her sister, who was engrossed in her book as if nothing had happened. Li Lin was so startled she thought she had just hallucinated.
Because she was studying so hard, Li Wei simply didn't go to her maternal grandmother's house that night. Anyway, her aunt was coming back, and she wouldn't miss the chance to join in the fun. Of course, she didn't stay up all night studying either, which wasn't in her nature. She hadn't done that kind of thing in her previous life, and now that she had the means, it was even less likely.
Instead, I ate dinner, washed up, and went to bed early. Nothing special. I felt like I'd been studying like crazy all afternoon. I was exhausted and needed a good rest. I have to go to school tomorrow to study for my future.
Both Li Wei and Li Ming are so self-pitying and so utterly unambitious. The saying "It's easier to change mountains and rivers than to change one's nature" is absolutely true.
The next morning, she rode Luo Da's bicycle to school as usual. She had already decided that she wouldn't switch bikes anymore; she would only ride with Luo Da. Anyway, she had already informed the teacher, her parents had tacitly agreed, and her classmates were used to it. If she switched, not only would she be uncomfortable, but she would also make things difficult for those discerning people. She had to go along with public opinion.
When Li Wei saw Zhou Xiaoyan dressed up in her finest attire after class, she suddenly remembered that she still had the important task of teaching dance after school!
Speaking of which, I was just about to get serious about studying, how could I have forgotten about this? So, is my study time going to be forced to be sacrificed for rest and leisure?
Dance training continued in the evening. This time, Li Wei took on the role of instructor, sitting still and watching everyone move tables and chairs. They were originally supposed to go to the large gymnasium, but Li Wei went to check it at noon and found that there was no mirror. What was the point of going then? Besides, if anything was missing, it would be their responsibility.
Seeing that the classroom was almost tidied up, Li Wei stood up and clapped her hands: "Alright, let's begin. Let's review the catching-up steps from last time. Everyone, hurry up, we have new learning tasks today."
Wu Feng, Li Lin, and Li Lin's two female classmates had all practiced in front of Li Wei yesterday, so they passed on the first try, while the others fared much worse.
"Are you using crutches or dancing...?"
"With your weight on your front foot, are you walking or dancing...?"
"Stand up straight, head held high. What are you looking for? Your feet aren't going to be taken away..."
"It's about adjusting your center of gravity, not dragging your feet. Are you carrying a sack?" Li Wei didn't hold back at all, scolding each of them until they were covered in dust. Especially Zhou Xiaoyan, although she wasn't the worst, her performance when cleaning up the area was terrible. She didn't even move a single chair, not even as good as Zhou Ying. Li Wei really couldn't stand her.
To put it bluntly, this girl is plagiarizing other people's work. It's infuriating that I'm wasting my time and energy on this heartless person.
So Li Wei didn't hold back at all and lectured Zhou Xiaoyan from head to toe. Her gaze was off, her chin was raised wrong... no, anyway, power unused is power was wasted.
Zhou Xiaoyan was a girl with high aspirations. Because her father worked in a government department, her family was considered high-ranking officials' children in the area. Wherever she went, she was fawned over. Even her homeroom teacher, Teacher Liu, gave her father some face and made her the vice class monitor.
Now, being reprimanded mercilessly by Li Wei (at least that's what Xiao Yan thinks), her initial patience quickly snapped. She flung her arm, refusing to practice, and angrily shouted at Li Wei, "What are you so smug about? I'm not practicing anymore, okay?"
Li Wei glanced at her and suddenly laughed: "I thought you were just bad at dancing. Turns out it's not a coordination problem, it's just that you lack willpower and determination. Then it's normal that you can't learn or practice well. Come on, come on, I'm not interested in idiots!"
Zhou Xiaoyan was furious: "Who are you calling an idiot? Explain yourself! What gives you the right to call me an idiot!"
Li Wei still smiled and said, "I'm telling you, you give up halfway through as soon as there's a little difficulty. You're practically an idiot. What? Did I say something wrong? No, everyone saw it."
Zhou Xiaoyan had never been spoken to like this before. She was beautiful and academically gifted; in other people's eyes, she was practically perfect. Now, Li Wei was making her feel utterly worthless. How could she swallow this insult? She jumped up and pointed at Li Wei: "You...you..."
"What did I do wrong? I misspoke. Didn't you say you were leaving and wouldn't practice anymore? I made it clear on the first day that I would be very strict. Look at you, you can't even handle it after such a short time. You're so spoiled!" You little brat. You think you can get off this pirate ship so easily? If you don't jump, I'll have to make up for it.
Zhou Xiaoyan was absolutely furious. She took a few steps to Li Wei, baring her teeth and about to go berserk.
Before she could explode, Li Wei said, "What's wrong? Did I hit a nerve? Are you going to hit me? Let me tell you, only simple-minded, muscle-bound people would resort to violence so easily. That just shows they lack intelligence. They'll never amount to anything. If you learn everything I've taught you, I'll take back what I said and apologize. Otherwise, hmph!"
Zhou Xiaoyan really wanted to hit Li Wei, but Li Lin and the others came over. Li Lin had learned her lesson after tricking her sister into the water yesterday. If her sister were to suffer in front of her again, it would be too much to bear, especially since it was someone else's loss. Of course, she had to protect her sister.
This week, Xiao Yan wasn't stupid. Knowing she couldn't gain any advantage today, she decided to go all out and gritted her teeth, saying, "Fine, if I don't learn everything you've taught me today, I'll change my surname from Zhou to yours! You'd better keep your word."
Li Wei nodded with a smile, "I'll see. I'll definitely keep my word. So many people are watching, so do your best, hehe." Don't try to take my surname, I don't want to marry a rich girl like you, you'd ruin my reputation.
It wasn't actually that difficult. Even if Zhou Xiaoyan hadn't been so determined, if she had just been a little more serious and relaxed, she would have gotten through it. All this discomfort is self-inflicted!
By the time they finished work in the evening, almost everyone had mastered the chasing step and the 180-degree turn. Given Zhou Xiaoyan's experience, Li Wei wouldn't hesitate to show no mercy if she embarrassed anyone. How could they not put in their best effort? Girls, after all, have a sense of pride.
Li Wei then played music and led everyone in practicing the combination of the two movements several more times, and they basically passed.
Finally, Li Wei announced: "That's all for today's practice. Lastly, I want to apologize to Zhou Xiaoyan. I take back what I just said. Zhou Xiaoyan is still very smart and beautiful, not stupid at all. I hope everyone can be like Zhou Xiaoyan and put their heart into every practice session. Otherwise, who knows who will get this title? Hehehe, you can go now."
Li Wei suddenly realized that being a teacher is actually quite good. You can discipline anyone who doesn't listen, and give them a lecture when needed. It feels like being a leader.
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