7 I want to tell you
◎ Take it seriously. ◎
The smile on the boy's lips deepened, and the bread in his mouth tasted sweeter.
For some reason, he always seemed to understand her.
Because... to him, she was easy to understand.
The wind on campus is cool and gentle, blowing on people's faces and soothing their hearts.
Gao Shuai raised the corner of his mouth as he ate the bread, thinking: Facing an excellent opponent, he had to admit that he was a little hesitant - out of fear and worry.
Afraid of losing and worried about not doing well.
but……
Some things should not be decided unilaterally. He should be honest and give the other party the right to choose.
Ganmei - she is a very pure and beautiful girl - he likes her!
After finishing all the bread, the boy handed back the lunch box and also handed over the tissue that the girl had prepared.
Gao Shuai naturally took it and said with a smile, "Thank you!"
Gan Mei shook her head: "You're welcome."
For the first time, I felt that the boy’s eyes were bright and deep, like the vast ocean, like a sky full of stars, dazzling, gentle and moving.
The girl lowered her eyes slightly, a smile on her lips, and her heart felt sweet.
Gao Shuai looked at her carefully for a few seconds, and finally said, "Gan Mei, I have something to tell you."
Gan Mei looked up, a little confused, but more expectant, and nodded with a smile: "You talk, I listen."
The girl's tone was sweet and gentle, which made me feel happy.
The wind blew gently, rustling the leaves. Gao Shuai's voice came from the front: "I haven't been to school these past few days because something happened at home, so I asked for leave. It happened suddenly, and I didn't tell you in time. I'm - I'm sorry."
"It's okay, it's okay." Gan Mei immediately waved her hands, "I... was just a little worried, and I guessed that something must be wrong with you, otherwise..."
I will not break my promise - although it is an unwritten agreement.
Gao Shuai laughed, a leaf appearing in his hand as he played with it. He said calmly, "After graduating from elementary school, I lived with my uncle, aunt, and two cousins. My parents passed away in an accident... My uncle and his family are my closest relatives."
Hearing him talk about the past from his own mouth, my heart was filled with sweetness and tenderness.
At that time, he was still so young...
"Some time ago, my uncle fell ill, and I went to take care of him for a while. He had been getting better, but unexpectedly... his illness relapsed in the past few days, and he was admitted to the hospital again."
"Your uncle..." Gan Mei asked with concern, "How is his health?"
"Don't worry, after the operation, everything is fine and you'll be discharged in a few days." Gao Shuai's tone was not heavy, and there seemed to be a hint of relief.
Gan Mei raised her eyes to look at him and nodded gently: "I'm glad you're okay."
For a moment, she didn't know what else to say.
The two of them were just classmates, not even in the same class. I guess... they couldn't even be considered friends.
She really didn't feel comfortable delving into or asking too much about his affairs.
"Gan Mei, do you know?" Gao Shuai's voice rang out again, "A week before I met you, I had a huge fight with my uncle. At that time, I was ready to drop out of school."
What? !
Gan Mei was shocked: "Why... why?"
Gao Shuai is so good to his uncle, how could this happen?
"Because..." Gao Shuai sighed, "I was so ignorant and stupid at the time. I thought I was doing it for their own good, but in reality, I was just a short-sighted, self-righteous coward."
"Gao Shuai, you..." Gan Mei was surprised.
This was the first time she had seen such a tall and handsome man. He was not like his usual self, but... more mature than usual, and seemed... more relaxed.
His life...
"My parents passed away. Actually, they left some savings, but..." Gao Shuai shook his head. "No matter what I said, my uncle and aunt refused to use a single cent of it. They said it was for my studies and college entrance exams. They even..."
He also said that getting married in the future would cost a lot of money, so we had to save well.
"Last time my uncle got sick, he should have had surgery early, but he refused no matter what—I know he was afraid of the cost." Gao Shuai looked at the distant scenery and said calmly, "I was very anxious and helpless. Later... I told him I wasn't going to take the college entrance exam, which really pissed my uncle off."
Upon hearing this, Gan Mei frowned slightly, clenched her fists, and felt very worried.
"And then?" she asked.
"Then..." He looked at her with a smile in his eyes and replied softly in a gentle tone, "I met you, so I changed my mind."
"Me?" She didn't understand.
"Yeah." He nodded. "You."
The girl's eyes are innocent and lively, with thick, long and slightly curled eyelashes, which are very beautiful.
Gao Shuai curled his lips and smiled softly, "This time when I asked for leave, I told my uncle that I would study hard, aiming for a top university, and would strive to get a scholarship. He and my aunt were overjoyed when they heard it. My only condition is that my uncle has to have surgery, and that he has to use part of the money my parents left for the surgery."
"Did your uncle and aunt... agree?" Gan Mei asked nervously.
"I agree." Gao Shuai smiled. "The operation was very successful. The doctor also said that it went smoothly. Uncle will recover soon."
Everything has new hope.
"Congratulations!" Gan Mei also smiled, "After this, everything will be fine."
The breeze is gentle, stirring the green grass and bringing the fragrance of flowers, intoxicating and charming.
"Sweet." He called her.
"What?" She looked at him.
"You...don't have any questions for me?" he whispered.
"I..." She bit her lip and asked softly, "You said before that you weren't going to take the college entrance exam. If that's the case, then... you won't come to school at all?"
Thinking about the possible missed encounter, her heart couldn't calm down, and she felt a little scared!
She treated him...
She hasn't fully understood this feeling yet. How regretful it would be if she really missed it!
Looking at the girl whose unique temperament could not be concealed even in her school uniform, Gao Shuai spoke calmly, "I originally planned to drop out of school and work to support myself. Maybe I could even save some money to support my family. Before I met you, I was sure I would do that. But..."
but……
She looked at him expectantly.
"After meeting you, I hesitated." His lips curved slightly, and his tone seemed very happy.
Ganmei opened her eyes wide and listened attentively.
"I'm so insignificant and narrow-minded, thinking that life only has one choice. I never imagined... that many things, in fact, will only become increasingly difficult to escape. Do what you should do, fulfill your duty, and give it your all. Only then will you have no regrets in the future!"
"Gan Mei," he said frankly, "I've heard of your name and seen your ranking on the display wall. That day... I even saw you walking side by side with an outstanding male student in the class. My heart... was deeply shocked."
"Gao Shuai..."
"I already have you in my heart. I've thought about giving up, but... it's hard to do." He said truthfully, "When it rained on Monday, I was waiting for you. I didn't see you, and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't disappointed. If you hadn't come after school, I think... we wouldn't be having this conversation now. I've struggled, and I've said so much. Do you... feel bothered?"
He wanted to figure out whether this was just a one-sided delusion or...
"I..." Gan Mei was surprised and shook her head. After a moment's silence, she replied honestly, "Gao Shuai, I can't say how well I understand my own feelings. I only know... my feelings towards you are very different. I want to see you, want to be close to you, and also want to understand you, talk to you, and watch you eat... I have never done this to anyone else."
The girl's cheeks gradually turned red, her hands were clenched tightly, and she was trembling a little, but her words were very clear.
Hearing this, Gao Shuai smiled knowingly and said, "Gan Mei, I'm already satisfied that you can say that. The future is long, and I will seize the opportunity, show my achievements, and gain everyone's recognition."
Only in this way can I be worthy of you!
"you……"
The boy's eyes were firm and clear, and the light in them was dazzling.
The girl was attracted and shyly asked, "Gao Shuai, you said you want to apply to the first university, are you serious?"
"really."
"Well... there's still a year left, what are your plans?"
Is there anything she can do?
"I know my current grades are still a long way from being accepted into a top university, but..." He looked at her intently, "There are some things I want to discuss with you."
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