Chapter 437: If Your Kidneys Are Weak, You’d Better Protect Your Appetite
After school in the afternoon.
"I don't understand this big question."
Jiang Nian pointed to a question on the test paper, then looked up at the class leader, and his thoughts began to wander.
Ice cream, I really want to eat.
In the dim classroom, Li Qingrong's fair face was also stained with layers of sunset. The faint light seemed to be covered with a fine veil.
"Hmm."
She stared at the test paper with complete focus. Her meticulousness made Jiang Nian quietly watch from the side.
However, the class leader solved the problem a minute later.
"Got it?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Nian snapped back to focus belatedly.
"I didn't hear clearly."
"Oh, then I'll explain it again." Li Qingrong wasn't in a hurry, and she glanced at him, "Don't let your mind wander, listen carefully."
"Hard to say." Jiang Nian looked at the test paper and then at her, "But it's not all my fault, you have some responsibility too."
Li Qingrong: "...."
Although Jiang Nian was staring, he wasn't neglecting the main task.
The questions he asked were those with answers, but he couldn't understand them. With the class leader's detailed explanations, he understood instantly.
Sometimes, he even felt that some questions were crafted solely to stump people.
"These... generally aren't tested; there's no need to get caught up on them," Li Qingrong reminded, then circled a few questions.
"These are frequently tested ones; for the provincial joint exams, the big questions usually lean in this direction."
"Wow, you said a lot." Jiang Nian said.
Li Qingrong: "...."
Jiang Nian had a bright idea, "Speaking of which, it'd be nice if I could get last year's provincial exam papers from the seniors."
Li Qingrong lowered her gaze, "I have them."
"Hmm?" Jiang Nian instantly sat up straight, staring at the class leader for a few seconds, "You have them? Why didn't you say so earlier?"
"I don't need them."
Jiang Nian: "...."
Li Hua, who pretends to be impressive no matter how hard he tries, his critical hits never compare to the casual comment from someone naturally talented.
"Well, I can use it." Jiang Nian gritted his teeth.
Alright, I'm a failure.
"Okay, I'll look for it when I get home." Li Qingrong nodded, realizing it was getting late, "You... you should go eat."
"What about you?"
"I..." Li Qingrong hadn't thought about it.
"Let's eat together; it'll be simpler." Jiang Nian didn't ask what she wanted to eat, "The cafeteria, I have plenty of money in my card."
"Okay."
If he were taking Chen Yunyun and Wang Yuhe out to eat, he wouldn't ask what they wanted to eat either.
Instead, he'd let the grade-schoolers guess.
If they guessed something too expensive, they'd guess again. If they couldn't guess correctly, they wouldn't eat anything, continuing until they guessed what he wanted.
In the afternoon, there weren't many people eating; most were busy playing ball, running, or heading back to the dorm for showers. The cafeteria was mostly empty.
The two walked side by side into the cafeteria, attracting quite a few glances.
They're only human; everyone around them is bare-faced, not in the mood to dress up. Seeing someone attractive, everyone enjoys taking a second look.
"Over there, over there! That couple looks nice!"
"Ugh, what's there to see with couples, they're everywhere in school. Damn, so envious, they should break up!"
This is the reality for high schoolers; there are no school beauties or dreamboats. They just like watching the drama and gossip, the more explosive the gossip, the more excited.
If you're attractive, people will be jealous, their eyes glowing green in the dead of night.
If you're attractive, smart, and have money, then you're bound to be envied by a bunch of people, and they'll compare scores with you.
It's actually normal; high school is too exhausting. Most people maintain a routine of study, home, and school, and few choose to go beyond that.
Boys generally agree that proactive girls are the best-looking, while girls usually agree that tall, lean, fair-skinned cool beauties are the best-looking.
In reality, cool beauties typically have no luck with love.
Different perceptions lead to everyone just enjoying watching the events rather than being the subject of gossip.
Ultimately, the college entrance exam is most important.
The two served their food and found a table to sit.
"What do you want to drink?"
Li Qingrong spoke, "Mineral water."
Jiang Nian stood up and left, and two minutes later returned with two bottles of water. He casually helped her open one and placed it aside.
"Thanks."
"If you don't like the cafeteria food, you can eat less," Jiang Nian comforted, "The day students in class often don't like the cafeteria food."
Upon hearing this, Li Qingrong paused.
"Okay."
....
In the classroom, nearing evening self-study.
Li Hua got carried away explaining questions to others and in the midst of his classmates' constant praises as the 'great minds,' he turned to Jiang Nian.
"Let me quiz you."
"Secret knowledge not disclosed," Jiang Nian said, having just finished a test paper, lounging tactically in the empty back row, "Can someone scoring 608 points ask anything meaningful?"
"Chi Shi!" Li Hua pointed at him, "You have quite the attitude now."
"So, are you satisfied with this level of detail?" Jiang Nian casually said, "Eight points short, not advisable to bark like a dog here."
"You bastard!"
Ma Guojun came in and saw them bickering. His face changed and he hurriedly stood to the side to watch, eagerly fanning the flames.
"Don't shout like a woman, settle it with your fists."
Upon hearing this, both immediately calmed down.
"Damn."
"Ma Guojun is the worst, that bastard."
During evening self-study, Jiang Nian noticed Zhang Ningzhi was happily cheerful. It seemed like she'd been in a good mood since the afternoon.
"What's up?"
"Nothing, just a little thing." Zhang Ningzhi pushed him away with her hand, "It's Beibei's personal business, don't try to dig it out!"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Nian suddenly understood most of it.
It's likely that the family relationship has taken a turn for the better. After all, with her parents' emotions being so high for so long, they should have calmed down by now.
If they keep being stubborn, they'll just wait for their daughter to run away.
After the first evening self-study session, the three of them went together to relieve themselves.
Jiang Nian was the first to finish at the water basin. Turning his head, he saw Li Hua still queuing at the urinals, looking puzzled.
"Hua, what are you doing?"
"Don't worry about it." Li Hua remained silent, focusing on the queue.
Outside the toilet, by the railing.
After washing his hands, Ma Guojun came out and flicked off the water. The lighting was dim, and he walked towards Jiang Nian, who was playing on his phone.
"Where is he?"
"He's inside, hasn't come out. Didn't you see him?"
"Hmm?"
The bell for evening classes rang twice before Li Hua finally dawdled out of the toilet, ready to wash his hands.
As soon as he looked up, he met two pairs of eyes.
"Uh... you guys?"
"Li Hua, are you having trouble with that?" The chubby guy asked directly, "If you're broken, maybe take some Xiaokuihua."
"Chi Shi, Chi Shi! It's you who's having trouble, not me!" Li Hua's face flushed, "Damn it, it's because... I get nervous when being watched!"
"I looked it up online; it's a psychological thing. For introverted people, being watched makes it hard to go."
Hearing this, Jiang Nian and Ma Guojun exchanged a glance.
"Haha."
"You even looked it up, hilarious."
"Hua, I have an idea." Jiang Nian came up with a plan, "Next time, wear a mask, and you won't feel nervous after seeing others."
"Damn it, you freak!" Li Hua broke into a cold sweat.
"You can't do this or that." Ma Guojun critically said, "BYD, next time just use a bottle."
"Get lost!"
The three of them bickered noisily, slowly heading back to the classroom.
"Old Ma, don't talk about Li Hua like that." Jiang Nian said fairly, "If zombies erupt, Li Hua will still be useful."
"True, the zombies would be having dinner, and he'd still be queuing at the toilet. We'd definitely be safe."
"Damn, you two traitors!"
The classroom was brightly lit, making the evening self-study long and boring. The blackboard listed several assignments, and everyone worked through their frustration.
Except for Yang Qiming.
"Bro, have you finished your homework?" Huang Caicai asked.
"Don't worry, I've got it under control." Qiming covered the lower half of his face with his palm, "I have more important things to do right now."
Zhou Yuting, upon hearing this, glanced at her deskmate.
"What's up?"
Yang Qiming originally didn't want to say, but thinking Zhou Yuting is a girl, usually low-key but sharp insightful.
With this in mind, he decided to seek advice from the expert in human nature.
Thus, after erasing Jiang Nian from the equation, he explained everything to Zhou Yuting, seeking her guidance.
Zhou Yuting: "I suggest you don't confess."
Saying that, she continued doing her homework.
Upon hearing this, Yang Qiming fell into confusion.
Meanwhile, Sun Zhicheng next to him showed a pondering expression. He didn't catch the whole conversation but heard Zhou Yuting's suggestion.
After some reasoning, he drew a rough conclusion.
Yang Qiming is going to confess, but has slim chances. If he does, he'll definitely be rejected, becoming a clown.
Sun Zhicheng closed his eyes and took a deep breath.
He knew that feeling too well.
A gentleman's revenge is never too late, and his grudge with Yang Qiming persists. Now, a great opportunity stands before him.
An evil revenge plan surfaced in his mind.
After class.
Sun Zhicheng quietly left the classroom and walked towards the third floor.
....
"Ah!" Li Hua stretched lazily and leaned back, "Evening self-study is exhausting, the back row is so relaxing!"
He turned his head.
Seeing Jiang Nian staring at him with a mysterious smile. That slightly sympathetic look made him agitated.
"What are you looking at?"
"Strong-willed despite the weakness, Hua." Jiang Nian shook his head, smiling, "It's fine if your kidneys are bad, just remember to eat more usually."
"Does eating help the kidneys?" Li Hua was half-doubtful.
"No."
"If both your kidney and stomach are bad, then you can only be a little Nan Liang."
"Get lost get lost!!!" Li Hua regretted letting them know his secret, no wait, he didn't have kidney problems.
Jiang Nian is such a Chi Shi!
This disgusting guy tortured his secret relentlessly, and now even Ma Guojun is in on it.
Zhang Ningzhi covered her mouth and yawned.
"Finally, evening self-study is almost over."
She genuinely felt happy for Yao Beibei. Although she wanted to continue staying with Beibei, Beibei probably preferred home more.
Thinking this, Zhang Ningzhi couldn't help but turn to look at Jiang Nian. She wanted to tell him, then get praised.
But, it's Beibei's privacy.
Zhang Ningzhi finally pursed her lips, rubbing her little face, keeping the secret in her heart and proudly looked at Jiang Nian.
She was actually very good!
"What are you doing?"
Suddenly, she turned and met Jiang Nian's gaze.
"Noth...nothing."
"Oh, oh, Yao Beibei went home, you must not be used to it." Jiang Nian hesitated for a moment, "So can I..."