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In the long corridor of the campus, there is a figure that always exists like a poem, and that is Xu Li.
She possesses stunning beauty, with long, jet-black hair cascading down like a waterfall, and bright, sparkling eyes that seem to twinkle like stars. Every gesture she makes exudes elegance and grace.
She and Mu Mu were known as the school beauties, and she was also the goddess in the hearts of her classmates. It seemed that even if all the beautiful words were put together, they would not be enough to describe even a fraction of her.
In a corner of the campus, Tan Yuze silently watched Xu Li's every move; his heart was already filled with her.
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However, he harbored intense emotions. From the first time he met Xu Li, his heart was like a lake rippling in the spring breeze, never able to find peace.
Tan Yuze recalled the morning when he first met Xu Li, when sunlight filtered through the tree-lined paths of the campus, casting dappled shadows.
He was rushing to the classroom when he unexpectedly bumped into Xu Li, who was admiring the flowers by the flower bed.
At that moment, time seemed to stand still. Tan Yuze's gaze was deeply drawn to her. He saw the pure smile on her face, a smile as warm and bright as the spring sun, instantly illuminating his entire world.
From then on, Tan Yuze unconsciously began to pay attention to Xu Li. Every morning, he would arrive at school early and stand by the classroom window, waiting for Xu Li to arrive.
Watching her walk lightly into the school, his heart was filled with joy. During breaks, he would secretly glance at her seat, watching her laugh and chat with her classmates, his eyes full of envy.
He fantasized about having the chance to sit side by side with her, even just to quietly listen to her voice and feel her presence; that would be the greatest happiness for him.
However, Tan Yuze was well aware of the gap between himself and Xu Li. He was afraid that his ordinariness would disturb her world, and that he would lose even this silent attention after being rejected.
However, he could not suppress his deep affection for Xu Li, and this contradictory emotion kept surging through his heart like a tide.
Finally, on a sunny afternoon, Tan Yuze mustered up his courage. He learned that Xu Li would be participating in the school's upcoming campus talent competition, a grand event that brought together many talented stars on campus. In the days that followed, Tan Yuze devoted all his spare time to writing poetry.
He read through a large number of books, searching for the most ornate language, and carefully crafted each word and phrase, hoping to incorporate all the beauty of Xu Li into them.
He poured his admiration and love for Xu Li, as well as his inner unease, into this poem.
After countless revisions and polishing, he finally completed his poem entitled "The Radiance of the Goddess." On the day of the competition, the campus was bustling with activity, and the auditorium was packed to capacity.
The students were all looking forward to this talent show, and Xu Li's performance was the focus of everyone's attention. When the host announced Xu Li's appearance, the whole audience burst into enthusiastic applause.
Xu Li, dressed in a light blue dance dress, twirled slowly on the stage. Her dance was graceful and elegant, with every movement full of poetry and beauty, as if taking the audience into a dreamlike fairyland.
Tan Yuze sat in the audience, his eyes fixed on Xu Li, his heart rising and falling with her dance. When the dance reached its climax, he couldn't help but stand up, his hands clenched into fists, as if to release his emotions.
After the dance ended, thunderous applause lasted for a long time. Xu Li bowed slightly, her face beaming with a happy smile.
Just then, Tan Yuze took a deep breath, took out his carefully prepared poem, and decided to recite it to Xu Li and all the teachers and students present at such an important moment.
He strode towards the stage, surprising the host, who quickly handed the microphone to Tan Yuze.
Tan Yuze stood in the center of the stage, facing the audience. His voice trembled slightly, but his eyes were exceptionally firm. He slowly began to recite "The Radiance of the Goddess": "In a corner of the campus, I quietly wait, waiting for your figure, like waiting for the first ray of spring sunshine..."
As he began to recite, the auditorium gradually quieted down, and all eyes focused on this usually unremarkable boy. His voice grew steady and powerful, each word flowing from the depths of his heart, striking the hearts of the audience.
He poured out his admiration for Xu Li and his love for her without reservation, allowing everyone in the audience to feel his sincere emotions.
After the recitation ended, the entire audience fell into a brief silence, followed by enthusiastic applause. Tan Yuze stood somewhat shyly in the center of the stage, his gaze fixed on Xu Li standing to his side.
Xu Li's face flushed, and she looked at Tan Yuze, a hint of surprise and emotion flashing in her eyes. She hadn't expected that this usually quiet boy would have such deep feelings for her.
After the competition, Xu Li found Tan Yuze. She said softly, "Thank you, Tan Yuze. Your poem is really beautiful and it touched me deeply."
Tan Yuze's heart raced. He scratched his head in a fluster and said, "No, this is what I should do. I love your dancing, I love everything about you. I just wanted to express my feelings and let you know that in this world, there is someone who has always been silently watching over you and appreciating you."
Xu Li smiled slightly, her eyes glistening with tears: "Tan Yuze, I'm so glad to hear your heartfelt words. Actually, I've always thought you're a very special person; you have your own kindness and sincerity."
“Perhaps we can try to understand each other better.” Tan Yuze was stunned; he couldn’t believe his ears. At that moment, his world seemed to be illuminated by sunlight, and all his courage and perseverance had paid off. From that day on, Tan Yuze and Xu Li began to communicate more.
They strolled together along the tree-lined paths of the campus, sharing their dreams and worries; in a corner of the library, they discussed challenging problems in their studies; and in another corner of the campus, they admired the beautiful sunset together.
Tan Yuze discovered that Xu Li wasn't as unattainable as he had imagined; she also had her moments of vulnerability and confusion. Xu Li, in turn, was moved by Tan Yuze's sincerity and persistence. She saw the light deep within this boy's heart—his admiration for her, and even more so, his love for life.
However, the road to love is not always smooth. As their relationship deepens, rumors begin to spread throughout the school.
Some questioned Tan Yuze's motives, believing that he only approached Xu Li because of her beauty; others were not optimistic about the relationship, feeling that there were too many differences between them.
Faced with this external pressure, Tan Yuze and Xu Li both felt unprecedented confusion and unease. Tan Yuze began to doubt himself, worried that he couldn't bring happiness to Xu Li and fearing that he might hurt her because of him.
Xu Li was also struggling internally. She didn't want this relationship to affect Tan Yuze's life, nor did she want to get caught in the vortex of public opinion.
They sat down and talked many times, trying to find a solution, but the shadow in their hearts was hard to dispel. Just when the two were about to give up, Tan Yuze decided to prove his love with actions once again.
He recalled the poem he had once written for Xu Li, and realized that true love requires the courage to face difficulties, rather than being swayed by rumors and gossip.
So he invited Xu Li to participate in the school's literary society activities, and recited the poem again at the event. This time, his recitation was more confident and firm; his voice echoed throughout the classroom, and every word was full of power.
He not only recited it to Xu Li, but also to everyone. He wanted the whole world to know that his love for Xu Li was sincere and pure, and not to be desecrated.
Xu Li, sitting in the audience, was deeply moved by his courage. Her eyes filled with tears. She finally understood that Tan Yuze's feelings for her could withstand the test of time.
Encouraged by Tan Yuze, Xu Li also stepped forward. Facing her classmates, she frankly expressed her feelings: "I am really grateful for Yuze's affection for me, and I cherish our relationship very much."
We all know that love isn't always smooth sailing, but as long as we trust each other and work together, we will definitely overcome all difficulties. I hope you can understand us and give us your support and blessings.
After his words, enthusiastic applause filled the classroom. The students' eyes no longer held doubt and mockery, but instead showed understanding and encouragement. They saw Tan Yuze and Xu Li's courage and perseverance, and also their deep affection for each other.
After weathering this storm, Tan Yuze and Xu Li's relationship became even stronger. They faced life's challenges together, supporting each other and growing together.
Encouraged by Xu Li, Tan Yuze began to participate in various club activities, giving full play to his strengths and gradually becoming more confident and cheerful.
With Tan Yuze's support, Xu Li became stronger and more independent, and she learned to bravely face all difficulties on the road to pursuing her dreams.
As the college entrance examination approaches, the entire campus is shrouded in a tense atmosphere of preparation. Xu Li and Tan Yuze both know that their lives may undergo tremendous changes after the exam.
With her outstanding special talent, Xu Li has a great chance to enter a prestigious art college for further studies; while Tan Yuze needs to work hard to achieve better results in the regular college entrance examination in order to enter his ideal university.
One day, on the eve of the college entrance examination, a light drizzle began to fall, and a faint sadness filled the air. The two of them hid in a pavilion by the school playground, remaining silent for a long time.
"Tan Yuze, we may have to part ways after the college entrance examination." Xu Li's voice was very soft, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility of the rain.
Tan Yuze looked up at Xu Li's worried face and felt a pang of pain in his heart. He held her hand tightly, his voice trembling slightly, "Ah Li, no matter where you go, my heart will always be with you. I will try my best to get into a university in your city, even if it means repeating a year, I will never give up."
Tears welled up in Xu Li's eyes, but she forced a smile: "I know you've sacrificed a lot for me, but I can't let you give up your future for me. As long as you have me in your heart, what does distance matter? We can work hard to make our future even better."
The National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) arrived as scheduled. Xu Li and Tan Yuze both gave their all in the examination hall, striving for their future. After finishing the last exam, the two walked out of the examination hall, smiled at each other, their eyes filled with both relief and reluctance.
"No matter the outcome, let's cheer each other on!" Tan Yuze held Xu Li's hand tightly, his eyes resolute. "Okay!" Xu Li nodded, a hint of warmth flashing in her eyes.
He knew he had to work hard to get into the same university as Xu Li.
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