"Xiangyun," Hua Xiangyun arrived at the classroom the next day and was immediately surrounded by a group of classmates.
"I heard you and Jiang Yi have set a date. Congratulations!"
Congratulations! May you have a long and happy marriage and many children!
Hua Xiangyun was somewhat puzzled; these classmates weren't usually this enthusiastic.
"Who said that?" I remember they discussed it behind closed doors, how did the news get out?
“We’re all classmates, there’s no need for you to hide it like this,” class monitor Chen Ming squeezed in front of her. “This is a good thing, don’t forget to invite us to your wedding banquet.”
"Yes, yes, yes, we must invite you to the wedding banquet. You're the first person in our class to get married." Su Jingjing chimed in, "We'll all prepare a gift for you."
After saying that, he winked at Hua Xiangyun, as if to say, "You know what I mean."
Hua Xiangyun never thought she was so popular. These days, the only people who were close to her on the way to and from school were Wu Yanxin and Xiao Shaoyao. These classmates didn't pay any attention to her.
She doesn't believe they're suddenly being so enthusiastic; she doesn't think anything's wrong inside.
"I didn't even know the wedding date was set. I didn't expect my classmates to find out before me." Hua Xiangyun didn't care where the news came from, but she wouldn't make any promises. "By the way, aren't you guys going back to your seats? The teacher is coming soon."
Chen Ming and the others didn't move an inch. "It's okay. The teacher might be happy for you if he hears such great news."
Even if the date isn't set yet, it's pretty close. We're all classmates, so don't forget me when the time comes.
Hua Xiangyun forced a smile, "My fellow students, you've misunderstood. We're just an ordinary family, we can't afford such a grand display."
Even if we do get married, it will just be a simple ceremony; I wouldn't dare trouble you all to make a wasted trip.
She's not stupid. Even if she were to get married, she wouldn't throw a big banquet. With resources so scarce right now, wouldn't it be better to save those things for her own health?
Just as Chen Ming and the others were about to say something, the teacher was already tapping his book on the podium to remind everyone.
While listening to the teacher's lecture, Xiao Shaoyao quietly told her, "They all want to get to know Director Jiang through you."
I'm hoping to use your connections to see if I can get a better assignment to the countryside. Ideally, somewhere in the surrounding area.
Hua Xiangyun then understood why these people were so enthusiastic. "Thank you, but their plans are probably going to fall through. Jiang Yi won't do me any favors."
Xiao Shaoyao said in a low voice, "Then you'd better not contact anyone, otherwise who knows what these people will say."
Hua Xiangyun nodded in understanding. She had no connection with these people and didn't want to associate with them.
As soon as get out of class ended, Hua Xiangyun grabbed Wu Yanxin and ran out of the classroom.
"Are you sure you want to go this far?" Wu Yanxin followed behind her, panting heavily. "If you don't want to agree, they can't force you, can they?"
Hua Xiangyun said, "It's not that I'm afraid of them, it's just that I'm impatient."
What are these people thinking? Is this something I can decide?
Besides, I don't even know where I'm supposed to go in the countryside, how can I possibly help them?
Wu Yanxin felt some sympathy for Hua Xiangyun, and they had been discussing this matter at home these past few days.
When Hua Zhian returned to take over the work, Hua Xiangyun had nowhere to go but to go to the countryside.
“But I think they have a point. Why don’t you and Comrade Jiang get married?” Wu Yanxin advised. “Going to the countryside is really tiring. Now my grandma has changed her mind and wants my mom to transfer her job to me as soon as possible.”
After saying that, Wu Yanxin regretted it a little; it seemed like she had rubbed salt into Hua Xiangyun's wounds again.
"We'll talk about this later, but from now on I need to be on time to enter and leave the classroom, so let's go our separate ways," Hua Xiangyun said apologetically, looking at the sweat beading on Wu Yanxin's forehead.
"That's the only way," Wu Yanxin fanned herself with her hand, "My stamina is not as good as yours, so I don't want to cause trouble for you and get cornered by them."
"What kind of mess is this? I can't even have peace and quiet in class!"
Hua Xiangyun slowed her pace, "Now I actually hope to graduate soon..."
Hua Xiangyun suddenly ran away from the classroom, leaving the classmates who wanted to befriend her only with resentment.
"It's no use. Hua Xiangyun is heartless and doesn't care about others at all. Instead of begging her, you should go back and beg your family to give you the job." Zhou Xiaolan said gloatingly. "That woman is narrow-minded. She might hold a grudge against you now and whisper in your husband's ear. Just think about the consequences."
“Don’t talk nonsense here,” Xiao Shaoyao immediately spoke up for her friend. “So many classmates are coming to her for help. Who do you think Hua Xiangyun should help in the end?”
If I help one of you, won't the others feel resentful?
There are dozens of people in our class. Are you forcing Comrade Jiang to abuse his power for personal gain?
"Xiao Shaoyao, stop making sarcastic remarks," Zhou Xiaolan sneered. "Everyone knows you started working right after graduation, how could you know what everyone is worried about?"
There are different kinds of "going to the countryside." Hua Xiangyun could easily help everyone, so why wasn't she willing?
Cao Xuan put the book into her bag and pulled Xiao Shaoyao out, saying, "Why did you talk so much to them? They're pressuring Hua Xiangyun here. What do you think Director Jiang will do if he finds out?"
These words struck a chord deep within everyone's hearts. Yes, they only wanted to build good relationships, not make enemies.
If Hua Xiangyun goes back and tells Comrade Jiang about what happened at school, they'll be in big trouble.
Chen Ming and the others were somewhat annoyed. How could they have done such a stupid thing?
Yes, who brought this up with me back then? It seems to have been Su Jingjing. She said that by using Hua Xiangyun's connections, I might be able to get assigned to this area.
Su Jingjing said, "Why are you looking at me like that? I didn't say this myself; I only heard it from Li Na."
Li Na, "I heard..."
After going around in circles, they finally found the culprit, Zhou Xiaolan.
Zhou Xiaolan stammered and couldn't point out who said it, so what else was unclear to everyone?
She had offended Hua Xiangyun before, and the two broke off their friendship.
The idea they're suggesting now, besides disgusting Hua Xiangyun, might have an even more malicious purpose.
If Hua Xiangyun had genuinely helped them out of consideration for their friendship, someone with Zhou Xiaolan's personality might actually have reported her...
They've seen this kind of thing countless times over the years.
Nowadays, everyone is extra careful about what they say and do when they go out, for fear that some people will overhear them and report them.
Zhou Xiaolan, “…” Her carefully planned scheme is now doomed to fail.
Why is Hua Xiangyun always so lucky? She escaped again.
And then there's Hua Zhian. These past few days, whenever she's run into him on the street, the way he looks at her is exceptionally cold, which makes her feel even more uncertain.
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