Chapter 27: Always Strive No Matter What

Tang Feng stayed at the kitchen doorway for a while, feeling somewhat bored, then turned back to the bedroom.

Su Xiaoli was sitting at the desk, engrossed in her book.

Tang Feng looked at her, feelings rippling in his heart.

It had to be said, Su Xiaoli was truly beautiful.

Especially when she was focused on reading, she had a charm all her own.

“What are you looking at?” Su Xiaoli looked up, meeting his gaze.

“I’m looking at my beloved,” Tang Feng answered.

“Hmph!” Su Xiaoli’s face flushed red.

Although she had a good impression of Tang Feng, she was, after all, a traditional girl at heart and preferred to maintain her dignity.

Despite enjoying Tang Feng’s flirtatious comments internally, she dared not show it outwardly.

Tang Feng did not continue the conversation and picked up the first part of “Ordinary World,” sitting on the edge of the bed to read.

This time, Su Xiaoli’s attention shifted to Tang Feng.

It had to be said, Tang Feng’s calm demeanor was quite attractive.

After a while, she turned back and refocused on her book.

Tang Feng occasionally stole glances at her.

He greatly enjoyed moments like these.

Time passed, second by second.

Tang’s mother finished cooking and called out to them.

Tang Feng and Su Xiaoli put down their books, exchanged a smile, then walked out of the bedroom to the dining table.

“Little Feng, I’m going to take lunch to your dad and eat there,” his mother said before leaving the house.

Tang Feng picked up a pair of chopsticks from the table and handed them to Su Xiaoli.

Su Xiaoli thanked him and took them.

They ate while chatting.

Su Xiaoli asked Tang Feng many questions related to Sanmao.

Tang Feng answered as best he could.

Su Xiaoli listened with great interest.

At times, she even forgot to eat.

“Tang Feng, I never imagined you would know so much. Where did you learn all this?” Su Xiaoli looked at him, like a little fan.

“Some from newspapers, some from books, and some from TV dramas,” Tang Feng responded with a smile.

“I really envy you. To be honest, since starting high school, I’ve hardly watched TV at all. Even extracurricular books, very few. I focused all my energy on studying,” Su Xiaoli said, her words tinged with a hint of regret.

“Most top students are like that. To get into a top university like Jingcheng University, without extraordinary talent, the only option is hard study. If you’re not talented and unwilling to make an effort, dreaming of getting into a good university is like a fool’s dream,” Tang Feng comforted her, seeing her demeanor.

“What you said makes sense. But compared to you, I feel very inadequate. Not only are your academic achievements excellent, but your hobbies are also so diverse,” Su Xiaoli even felt a bit inferior.

“Don’t say that. I may have some talent, but I’ve also worked very hard privately. I may appear carefree and indifferent, but I’ve always been determined to make a spectacular impact. No one succeeds by accident; it requires effort far beyond what most people are willing to make,” Tang Feng said, a bitter smile on his lips.

Though his words were fabricated, his heart truly felt this way.

Before being reborn, his academic performance was quite average.

Without relying on a bit of cleverness, he might not have been able to enter an ordinary university.

Given another chance, even without the system, he would seize every opportunity to study.

At least he could get into a better university.

After all, he didn’t want his life to dim due to a lack of effort.

“Your performance can indeed be described as stunning. I never dreamed your grades would be so good. If nothing goes wrong, you’re likely to be the top scorer in Dongshan Province,” Su Xiaoli’s eyes were filled with admiration.

“Who knows? Some students might get extra points and surpass me,” Tang Feng maintained a cautious attitude.

“No matter what, I hope you become the top scorer. Then, your name will be printed in the newspapers, becoming a household name,” Su Xiaoli smiled happily.

“People fear becoming famous as pigs fear fattening, I think it’s better to keep a low profile,” Tang Feng said, shaking his head.

“That’s not for you to decide. When the time comes, many media will want to interview you. I advise you to be prepared,” Su Xiaoli reminded him.

“There’s nothing to prepare for. Interviews are all the same,” Tang Feng was somewhat dismissive.

“You’re probably right,” Su Xiaoli nodded, “Anyway, I think you’ll be very busy once the results come out.”

“You’ll be the same. The admissions offices will surely come to recruit us,” Tang Feng chuckled.

“Mainly Jingcheng University and Tsinghua University. I’ve already made up my mind to go to Jingcheng University. The other universities, including Tsinghua University, are no longer in my considerations,” Su Xiaoli said, taking a sip of water after speaking.

“What if Tsinghua University offers better conditions?” Tang Feng teased.

“I still wouldn’t go,” Su Xiaoli didn’t hesitate.

“Then let’s step into Jingcheng University’s gates together,” Tang Feng said, raising his tea cup.

Su Xiaoli quickly did the same.

Their tea cups clinked together, producing a pleasant sound.

They exchanged smiles.

The living room was filled with a sense of happiness.

After finishing their meal, while Tang Feng wiped the table, Su Xiaoli washed and put away the dishes.

Then, they naturally returned to the bedroom.

“Do you want to take a nap?” Tang Feng suggested.

“No,” Su Xiaoli shook her head, “I want to continue reading.”

Seeing this, Tang Feng said no more.

He silently picked up a book.

Su Xiaoli glanced at him, smiled slightly, and began to read.

After a while, Tang Feng felt restless.

Perhaps due to the noon heat, the room became stuffy.

Tang Feng noticed there was no air conditioning in the room.

He tiptoed out, found an electric fan, and placed it not far from Su Xiaoli.

Once the fan was on, it began to blow cool air.

Su Xiaoli didn’t speak, but her heart felt sweet.

Outside, cicadas were incessantly chirping.

Announcing the arrival of the hot summer.

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