Chapter 33 I Come, I Leave
Tan Xiao didn't even notice the strange and imaginative looks from others at first. After all, he had been accustomed to being stared at by tourists since he was a child.
However, he clearly felt Wu Tianyu's evasive action, and he felt a little embarrassed when he thought about it. Although he hit Zhong Da Huzi, Wu Tianyu did have wounds on his body, which looked quite intimidating now that they were scabbed.
"Oh, sorry, are you still in pain?" Tan Xiao said with a little guilt. It was not because he felt guilty for saving Wu Tianyu, but he just felt that he did not do his job carefully enough.
This is because there is too little practical experience and we always fail to grasp the details.
"No, no, nothing happened." Wu Tianyu became even more embarrassed. His feet kept moving restlessly, and he couldn't help touching his nose and scratching his ears... He also felt that he had overreacted.
But it was like his instinct when he encountered danger, there was nothing he could do about it.
"Why don't you sit down and talk?" Tan Xiao invited him again, wanting him to sit at the side, next to Kong Xuan.
Wu Tianyu saw Kong Xuan eating his food leisurely beside him and recognized that he was the classmate who had helped Tan Xiao before. He also witnessed his middle school boyish appearance. Besides this... was there anything else?
But those memories were blurred, and Wu Tianyu was not sure. He just felt that seeing this person was similar to seeing Tan Xiao. Of course, it could also be because Kong Xuan was good-looking but very aggressive.
Kong Xuan glanced at him calmly at this time. Wu Tianyu, who was about to sit down, immediately said, "Well, I won't sit down. I've already finished eating. I really just came to say hello to you. In the future, if you have anything to do at school, just tell me."
After he finished speaking, he bowed again a little nervously and walked away almost with his hands and feet together.
"...Okay, goodbye." Tan Xiao felt a little pitiful when he saw Wu Tianyu so embarrassed. They still had to go to school together for more than a year. He guessed that every time Wu Tianyu saw him, his memory would be awakened.
Tan Xiao retracted his gaze, and then he realized that everyone at the table, except Kong Xuan, was staring at him with an annoyed look on their faces.
Tan Xiaoxin said something was wrong, as if something had happened.
Only Lin Yang dared to speak at this time. After Wu Tianyu walked away, he grinned and said, "Brother, you, you...you beat Wu Tianyu like this?"
"No..." Tan Xiao just said two words and paused. There was nothing he could do, it was indeed him who hit him!
It was even vaguely shown in the conversation between him and Wu Tianyu just now. If he hadn't hit her, he couldn't say anything sorry, so he could only change the way he said it: "I didn't mean it."
Lin Yang: “…”
Everyone: “…”
...It's really you!
"The real person never shows his true colors... I didn't respect Brother Xiao enough before!" Lin Yang, as the representative of the physical education class, was much stronger than Tan Xiao, and they often joked that the two of us, one literary and one martial, were in charge of Class 3. I didn't expect that he was too simple.
Lin Yang felt that he didn't know Tan Xiao well enough after sitting next to him for a year. After all, after school, he said he was busy with his side job. Who knew what he was practicing? Didn't some wizards have to go through fire and water? It was logical that Tan Xiao had a high martial arts value.
Tan Xiao felt helpless when he heard his tone, "Don't talk nonsense."
"How dare I?" Lin Yang said this, but he was secretly looking at Kong Xuan. He was probably beaten into submission as well.
Kong Xuan had no reaction to what had just happened. He was only focused on his own plate, frowning as he looked at a dish. Because they were all ordered together, the dish on his plate was actually chosen by Tan Xiao.
One of the tiger skin chicken feet made Kong Xuan very unhappy, "This... Tsk."
The tone was quite disdainful. It was fine to call it a yang bird, but how dare you call it a phoenix claw.
"You don't want to eat this?" Everyone has different tastes. Tan Xiao moved his plate and said, "Don't give it to me. Do you want chicken wings? If not, put them here too."
Chicken wings... the chicken wings were okay, but since Tan Xiao asked for it, Kong Xuan still gave him the chicken wings as well, and then his expression became inexplicably cheerful .
Lin Yang saw it and thought, he can’t run away anymore, this is what it’s like to be a trusted henchman, he even dares to act like a spoiled child in front of the big brother, Brother Xiao knows how to control his subordinates.
Lin Yang raised his water cup and said, "We are gathered here today to celebrate our good friend Tan Xiao's ascension to the throne of No. 1 Middle School's leader. Please allow me to call you God Father..."
Tan Xiao: “…………”
What a mess!
Tan Xiao didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and reiterated, "Don't believe in rumors, and don't spread them. Wu Tianyu thanked me because my family was invited to perform some ceremonies at his home."
Only Tan Xiao could say so openly that he had performed rituals at other people's homes. Tan Xiao had also helped at the funeral of Lin Yang's second uncle.
Lin Yang believed it immediately, "So you hit him during the ritual? Did he mess up?"
Tan Xiao: "..."
"You really know how to grasp the key points." Tan Xiao pointed at the plate, meaning to remind Lin Yang to just eat his food, "They all said it was an accidental injury."
"Hahaha, okay." Lin Yang's words were half-joking, but it can only be said that in his heart he really had some awe for Tan Xiao's martial arts.
Lin Yang was fine, after all, he was familiar with Tan Xiao, but the same could not be said for the other students watching at the scene.
Tan Xiao looked at the expressions of his classmates around him. His classmates who sat next to him were okay, they all smiled and nodded, but the students in other classes... Sigh. The rumors about the tattooed boss in the morning had not been clarified yet. If Maomao Sister came to talk to him and Wu Tianyu with tattoos next time, wouldn't it be even crazier?
Tan Xiao picked up some food and continued eating in a depressed mood.
It must be said that the cooking skills of the new supplier chef who came to participate in the election have really improved compared to before. At least Tan Xiao can eat it now. He decided to eat there for a few more days.
…
Tan Xiao originally thought that he might be called in for a talk with his class teacher, but unexpectedly, before the talk came, the class teacher Ji Huiming came to him and said that Wu Tianyu's class teacher wanted to thank him.
——The teachers heard another version. Wu Tianyu no longer hangs out or fights, but concentrates on studying. It is said that he goes home immediately after school, and even asks his parents to pick him up after evening self-study. If his parents are not available, he will follow the teacher out of the school gate. When asked, he said he fell down, and Tan Xiao persuaded him.
Tan Xiao thought that when the next exam results came out, their class teacher would be in a state of panic. However, as long as Wu Tianyu was willing to study, he still had a chance to improve his grades to the level predicted by Zhong Da Huzi.
After all Ji Huiming said, he hoped that Tan Xiao could use this trick on Kong Xuan as well.
Tan Xiao: "...I'll try my best!"
But it's really hard.
A few days later, the senior student who was going to give the lecture mentioned by Yu Zhenzhen came, and the teacher asked everyone to bring their stools to the stadium. No. 1 Middle School did not have an auditorium that could accommodate all the students, so every time there was a big event, it was held in the stadium, and everyone brought their own stools.
When we arrived at the stadium, we saw that the banner had been hung: Chasing role models, inspiring new achievements and going far - Ruan Zhanxue, an outstanding graduate of Nanchu No. 1 Middle School, returned to the school for a lecture and exchange activity.
There is also a poster for Ruan Zhanxue’s new book at the back, called "Five Flavors and Seven Emotions", which is a collection of essays.
Many students were crowded at the entrance of the playground. They didn't know what was happening ahead, and Tan Xiao and the others' way was blocked. Lin Yang stretched his neck to look forward, and it turned out that Senior Ruan was also entering the venue, and they were watching.
"Why don't you move a little." Lin Yang couldn't help but complain. Can't you wait until you sit down to watch? It's not like you can't see. Why do you have to see it from such a close distance? You're not a star.
Someone in front heard it, but didn't move.
Everyone was holding stools, so it was hard to squeeze in. Lin Yang turned around and saw Tan Xiao coming over slowly. "There's a traffic jam. Why are they blocking the entrance? Why don't we go in from the other side?" They must wait for the teacher to come and maintain discipline.
Tan Xiao tried to be polite and asked, "Excuse me?"
The students in the front looked back at Tan Xiao. No matter they were from the senior or junior grades, those who heard and those who didn't, all moved aside silently to make way for Tan Xiao.
Lin Yang was stunned for a moment, then ecstatic, and then quickly stepped forward and acted like a younger brother: "Brother, please."
Tan Xiao: "...Shut up."
Tan Xiao was already quite famous in school, and Wu Tianyu had spread the word in school. In addition, word of Wu Tianyu's appearance in the cafeteria that day had also spread, so who would dare not give way to Tan Xiao?
Tan Xiao comforted himself that this was an advantage. When they arrived at their usual standing position, they put the stools in place and sat down. The scene was still noisy, and the junior high school students also came, and some even took pictures of Ruan Zhanxue with their smart watches.
"Wow, no wonder there are so many people watching. Senior is quite handsome and his photo is definitely worthy of being printed on a poster." Lin Yang whispered, "Look, the girls in our class all want to sit in the front. It is said that Senior Ruan was the most handsome boy in his class. The most rare thing is that his appearance has not changed or become greasy even after many years of graduation."
"Oh?" Tan Xiao also looked forward a few times. There was already a row of people sitting on the podium. The school leaders were all older and easy to identify. Among them sat a young man in a T-shirt and jacket, wearing a pair of rimless glasses. He was most likely Senior Ruan Zhanxue.
He didn't remember what he looked like, but he heard Kong Xuan snort coldly.
What does this mean? Jealousy? Frustration? Tan Xiao turned his head, thought about the possibility, and comforted: "It's okay, you look pretty good too."
Kong Xuan: “…”
What do you mean it's okay? Does he need comfort? !
Lin Yang also looked at Tan Xiao in surprise. How come he became a lackey and still mocked others? He said that the senior was handsome, but he didn't say that he was more handsome than Kong Xuan! How difficult that must be!
Tan Xiao knew immediately that he had said something wrong again, and thought about how to make amends, "Uh..."
Kong Xuan knew that Tan Xiao's illness had relapsed, but he was still so angry that he glared at him.
In anger, he moved aside a little and ignored Tan Xiao.
The head teacher Ji Huiming looked over and saw: "Kong Xuan, move a little to the left, the team is not in order."
Three seconds later, Kong Xuan moved back with a sour face.
Tan Xiao didn't have the energy to save the situation, so he covered his face and laughed.
Kong Xuan: “…” So angry.
He looked at Tan Xiao gloomily, and Tan Xiao waved his hand: "...I really don't smile anymore."
"Students, please sit down and be quiet." An unknown teacher on the stage acted as the emcee and spoke to maintain discipline. After the crowd quieted down, the ceremony officially began.
"In order to inspire everyone to set their ideals, the school invited Ruan Zhanxue, a graduate of the Class of XX, to return to his alma mater to give a lecture. Mr. Ruan Zhanxue is a graduate student of the Chinese Department of Qi Da University. He is now a cutting-edge young writer in China, a member of the Writers Association, and has published a collection of works..."
The host reviewed the publication and award-winning works of Ruan Zhanxue, and then naturally shared with everyone his learning experience when he was studying at No. 1 Middle School, and then talked about it in combination with his current achievements and works.
Back then, Ruan Zhanxue was famous for his hard work in school. Some teachers still remember him and tell their students about a senior they taught before who would always get up an hour earlier than others to study in the classroom, rain or shine.
"Actually, that's my habit. My father is a soldier, and I have been used to getting up early since I was a child. He also wanted me to join the army, but I still like literature more." Ruan Zhanxue said with a smile.
"As readers, we are very grateful for your decision. The Qi Province Literature News commented on our senior Ruan's work, and there is such a paragraph saying that Ruan Zhanxue's writing is vivid, full of pictures, and full of love for life.
"I have read your essays. It is true that they always make me drool, especially when describing food. I never thought that some home-cooked dishes could be described as so delicious. And when it comes to describing the local customs and people, they come alive on paper. Unlike me, I am dry when writing essays and don't know how to describe them."
Ruan Zhanxue also taught seriously, "You can tell from my writing that I am a foodie. I am originally from Chu Province, but I went to Qi Province to study, and lived there for a few years after graduation. This geographical change allowed me to encounter different things and customs, which I found very novel. I couldn't help but observe and record them, which also led to my earliest submission. In fact, we have already learned most of the skills in junior high and high school, but in actual writing, we need to mobilize our senses."
"When I first went to Qi Province to study, I really liked a dish there, scallops with hydrangea. Seafood has always been my favorite. This dish is fresh and tender..."
Senior Ruan slowly explained how to cook scallops, and then described in detail the taste and how he wrote it. The students at the scene gulped and exclaimed that the senior was really good.
I don’t know whether he learned the writing techniques or not, but Tan Xiao did write down the methods.
Kong Xuan watched him taking notes and asked casually, "Do you like to eat this?"
"No, I just thought a friend of mine might like it, so I wrote down the recipe and cooked it for him when I got home." Tan Xiao turned around and looked at him, thinking that when he cooked crabs before, the Peacock God liked them very much, so he wondered how other seafood would taste.
These are all what Tan Xiao thinks in his heart, but of course he still says they are friends on the surface.
Kong Xuan's heart skipped a beat. He must be talking about me. He must be talking about me. He said he had gone back.
When Tan Xiao heard about something delicious outside, he wrote down the recipe and brought it back for him to eat. Isn't this ordinary respect and appreciation? !
But……
I don’t know if it was Kong Xuan’s illusion, but the way Tan Xiao looked at him was slightly different from when he talked about his “friend”, not as friendly!
He was very satisfied as a peacock, but felt inexplicably unhappy as "Kong Xuan"! Could it be that his side as Kong Xuan was completely inferior to that of a peacock?
Kong Xuan's face was uncertain, and his heart was jumping back and forth between depression and pride. He wanted to throw his bowl in front of Tan Xiao and shout, "I am the Peacock."
But that would be a slap in the face...
When Kong Xuan was struggling with this, he heard a familiar voice coming from the front.
…
The boy guarding food was climbing up and down in the cafeteria of No. 1 Middle School, where a new "Big Kitchen God" was enshrined. He came specially to familiarize himself with the new inspection area and check whether there were any hungry ghosts causing trouble. He was busy all the time.
Suddenly, I heard a distant voice amplified by the speakers: "The deliciousness of scallops was so great that the ancients said that chicken and shrimp were still tasteless three days after eating them..."
The boy who was guarding the meal was so fascinated by the descriptions of the various flavors that he couldn't help but want to skip work and attend the lecture together.
Others could not see the movement, but they could hear the slight sound of the pot first, and then the table being knocked, a series of light sounds. The boy who was guarding the food slid off the table along the broom, landed steadily on the ground, and ran towards the direction of the lecture.
After arriving at the scene, the boy guarding the meal spotted an unusual face in the crowd... Well, he himself had paid attention to the spiritual master's textbook to see where he went to school.
It’s a spiritual master!
The boy who was guarding the meal cheered and ran towards Class 3 with his short legs, shouting as he ran: "Spiritual Master, you are here too, I am here too..."
We are really destined to meet.
And there is no Peacock God to cause trouble.
Hey, maybe the spiritual master will invite me to dinner with him in the evening!
The boy who was guarding the meal clearly saw Tan Xiao raise his head when he heard the sound, and a smile appeared on his face the moment he saw him. The boy who was guarding the meal couldn't help but smile, and ran even faster.
At this moment, a half-hidden figure slowly emerged from behind Tan Xiao, and that perfect face was clearly revealed. The phoenix eyes were drooping and the sour face looked at the boy guarding the meal. The mood was much worse than the previous meeting.
...Hiccup!
Why is he here too!
The boy guarding the food was so frightened that he burped, his body jerked suddenly, and he slammed on the brakes to a stop. He thought for only a second, thinking of the extremely ugly expression on the Peacock God's face, and made a prompt decision to slam on the brakes, turn around, and run away.
While running, he was still a little unwilling and let out a roar: "Ahhh!!"
…
Tan Xiao was confused when he saw the food-guarding boy running wildly. One second he said "I'm here", and the next second he said "I'm leaving". What was he doing? ?
And why does its almost fleeing posture look a little familiar...
At this time, the senior student took out his homemade cakes and said he would distribute them to everyone.
Tan Xiao felt relieved immediately. He guessed that the boy guarding the food wanted to smell the fragrance.
However, the food portions were limited and only a few people got to taste it.
After the lecture, the senior talked about poetry, songs, philosophy of life, food, writing skills, and gave away some of his autographed books. Everyone gained something, so the applause was quite enthusiastic at the end.
Ji Huiming also received a book. "Put the book in the reading corner. Anyone can borrow it if they want to read it."
Everyone carried their stools back and said, "It's done, let's go eat." Senior Ruan's description of the lecture made everyone drool, and they couldn't wait to put down their stools and eat.
The school is very busy at this moment. Some people are shuttling between the cafeteria, the playground and the teaching building like them. Some people want to eat during the break and play ball on the court first.
"Look, look!" the boy who was traveling with us suddenly whispered.
Everyone looked in the direction he said. It was a famous senior from the school. She studied broadcasting and hosting. She hosted many evening parties in the school. She had a sweet and generous smile and profound skills, and was widely praised. At this time, she happened to be walking by the artificial lake. Her clean school uniform made her look beautiful, which really complemented the green and blue sky.
...It would have been even better if my senior student’s male deskmate wasn’t sitting next to me. When the two of them walked together, a wonderful atmosphere would flow.
A few boys looked at her jealously, thinking that the senior sister had to prepare for the art exam and then graduate, it would be difficult to see her. This meant they would see her one less time.
Only a discordant voice sounded at this time——
Kong Xuan asked Tan Xiao: "What are they looking at?"
Tan Xiao also glanced in the direction they were staring at and said blankly: "I don't know, is the weather good?"
Others: “…………”
Everyone was speechless and wanted to scold them for pretending, but when they saw Kong Xuan's appearance, they swallowed their words back...
Tan Xiao didn't notice the senior at first glance, but after a few more glances, he realized that he was looking at someone and said "oh". Because of face blindness, it was difficult for both Senior Ruan and the senior to have a common language with everyone.
But this time, the senior student's voice gradually became louder, and it could be faintly heard that she was actually scolding her deskmate.
"...Still being stubborn, do you think I didn't see it? How could you save someone's pictures on WeChat Moments without any hesitation?"
The desk mate said something in a low voice, and the senior student's eyes turned red and she ran away.
Although no one knew what exactly happened , everyone sighed and firmly believed that it was a problem with the senior student's deskmate. They couldn't help but curse, saying, "You don't even cherish this, and you dare to save other people's pictures."
Kong Xuanze was very confused and didn't understand this relationship, because he knew that it was written in the school rules that students were not allowed to have romantic relationships. Was this because he had a very good relationship with his deskmate?
Lin Yang has always admired the senior sister. It’s not to the extent of a secret crush, but it’s enough to make him indignant and even insult himself: “The netizens said it well. Men will only be honest if they are hung on the wall!”
Tan Xiao: “Hahahaha.”
Kong Xuan: “………………”
What are you talking about...!
Tan Xiao was still laughing, but he couldn't laugh!
