Chapter 9

"Xiang!"

"Here!"

"Step out!"

"Yes!"

"Speak up!"

With a swift movement, he stood at attention.

"At ease!"

Only then did the formal lecture begin. The instructor loudly declared, "After investigation! Cadet Wu Xiang, you stayed out all night, bought food privately, and engaged in special treatment! This has caused a very bad influence on this military training! Therefore, you are hereby reprimanded! Wu Xiang!"

"Here!"

"Stand at attention! From now on, stand at attention until I tell you to stop, do you understand?!"

"Yes!"

Next, Wu Xiang stood under the sun like a bamboo pole planted in the ground...

The military training had ended, but the scorching sun and the messy gazes of his classmates left a deep impression on Wu Xiang. Many of them were puzzled, and those who knew Wu Xiang well didn't understand what had gotten into him, running to the small forest with food and not eating anything. He must have had something on his mind, but Wu Xiang kept his mouth shut and didn't say a word.

Most importantly, Wu Xiang noticed that Huang Yi didn't dare to look at him, feeling guilty, right?

Not only did he suffer physically, but he was also hurt psychologically. He had meant well, but it wasn't appreciated, leaving Wu Xiang feeling very frustrated!

However, there was something that temporarily compensated for the hurt in his little heart. He had just signed a publishing contract with a publishing house, naturally, for the book "First Intimate Contact"!

As soon as the military training ended, Wu Xiang got his beeper back and immediately noticed an unfamiliar number. When he called, the person explained their purpose, a publishing house called Red Culture. Of course, Wu Xiang wasn't foolish and immediately checked their credentials, which were quite good. So, what was there to wait for?

They agreed on the terms and signed the contract. Wu Xiang wasn't too greedy, mainly because he was still a new writer, but the power of the internet was there, and he didn't lose out. This was a good thing, a crucial part of Wu Xiang's entire plan. If everything went smoothly, he could get the most important thing: funds!

He didn't know how much it would be, but at least he was on track, and his dream wasn't far away, right?

After signing the contract, his college life was about to officially begin. Everything was moving in a positive direction, except for the not-so-good reputation he had gained during the military training.

But for now, these things could be put aside. After a large class, several classes of students didn't leave because they had important matters to discuss.

"The campus singing and dancing competition, also known as the welcome party, is scheduled to be held before National Day, which is also the traditional Mid-Autumn Festival..."

Lin Jidong, that guy who looked like a model, had become the class leader, which was quite unexpected by Wu Xiang. However, anyone who had seen Huang Jibo's laid-back attitude in private could tell that he wasn't cut out for leadership, so Huang Jibo, like Wu Xiang, was free from official duties.

Wu Xiang was originally the top student in the literature class, a small class of 18 people, and the position of class leader was almost a certainty. However, his outstanding performance during the military training cost him that opportunity. But Wu Xiang was happy with this, as it gave him more freedom.

After the military training, each class quickly established its own cadre system. The literature class, with only 18 people, wasn't taken seriously by the teachers, but the performance class was different. Lin Jidong was the class leader, the class president was a girl named Zeng Hui, and the study committee member was Huang Yi, who was said to have the highest score in the performance class.

This meeting called by Lin Jidong was essentially a mobilization meeting. Although they had gone through the military training, they weren't particularly familiar with each other yet. And there was an important event coming up: the welcome party, which all college students had to participate in. This year, the welcome party was combined with National Day and the Mid-Autumn Festival, which was a good thing, as it created a festive atmosphere.

But for the welcome party, they needed to prepare performances. And the key was that they were an art school, so the performances couldn't be subpar; they had to demonstrate a certain level of quality. Therefore, Lin Jidong discussed with a few class representatives, and everyone decided to showcase their best skills to show the upperclassmen and teachers that the freshmen of 1997 were not lacking in talent.

When it came to preparing performances, it was mainly the responsibility of the performance class. Other classes might have a few talented individuals, but they were few and far between. For example, the literature class, upon hearing it was a singing and dancing competition, immediately became silent.

The democratically elected class president, Tang Tingting, had already asked the literature class students, and no one had any special talent. They all said that if it was about writing a sketch or a script, they could do it, but singing and dancing were out of the question.

Wu Xiang originally just wanted to be a spectator, but when he heard Lin Jidong mention a certain classmate, he couldn't stay calm.

"We are freshmen, and the Film Academy is full of hidden talents, but even so, we cannot lose our spirit. Fortunately, our classmate Huang Yi is a professional choreographer who has won awards before. This time, she has a new work to present..."

Lin Jidong was heaping praise on Huang Yi, and Wu Xiang, listening from below, felt increasingly uncomfortable.

"Are you trying to hit on her?" Wu Xiang thought, a bit unfairly.

Huang Yi couldn't stand it anymore, "Classmate Lin Jidong, please don't say that. This is what I should do."

Huang Yi was indeed very modest, but Lin Jidong's flattery didn't stop, "Classmate Huang Yi, you're too modest. This time, it all depends on you to show the spirit of our freshmen..."

Wu Xiang's discomfort grew. It seemed that Lin Jidong also had his own agenda. Thinking back to what Huang Jibo had said, that Lin Jidong had carried Huang Yi's heavy luggage, Wu Xiang became even more convinced.

No way! Did I suffer for nothing? I can't let these two dogs... Okay, let's be civilized, but Wu Xiang couldn't let them become a couple!

So, Wu Xiang spoke up, "Class Leader Lin, since this is a singing and dancing competition, is there a prize?"

"Yes!" Lin Jidong immediately replied, "Through student voting, the top three will receive prizes. The first place gets 1,000 yuan, the second place gets 500 yuan, and the third place gets 300 yuan..."

"That's great, I'll sign up!" Wu Xiang's words immediately drew the attention of his classmates, as the literature class had been silent the whole time.

At this moment, Wang Hongzhi quickly came over, "Bro, what are you thinking? Do you have a chance?"

Wu Xiang immediately responded, "Whether I have a chance or not, we need to show our spirit. Haven't you seen the performance class already preparing to divide the prize money?"

"True!" Wang Hongzhi slapped his thigh, indeed, the performance class was being too overbearing. What, did they think the literature class had no one?

Wu Xiang was very smart. He turned his personal matter into a noble cause for the class. "How about this, Class Leader Lin, since Huang Yi has prepared a dance, I'll sing a song. A singing and dancing competition needs both singing and dancing, right?"

"Right, right!" "Xiangzi, we support you!"... His roommates, who were close to Wu Xiang, started to cheer him on.

"Of course, no problem." Lin Jidong was naturally pleased, but what Wu Xiang said next was a bit...

"But I want to make a bet!" Wu Xiang stood up, his voice loud and clear, "I've heard that Huang Yi is a professional. To be honest, I'm just an amateur who never studied music. But even so, I want to challenge the authority. Huang Yi, can you give me a chance to compete with you?"

Wu Xiang's words caused a moment of silence. No one spoke, as this was too strange. Why would a tall, lanky guy want to compete with a talented girl from the performance class?

Although no one spoke, they all looked at Wu Xiang with confusion and disdain, thinking he was unreasonable.

No one knew why Wu Xiang insisted on competing with Huang Yi, but one person did: Huang Yi.

"Fine! Let's compete! What if you lose to me?!" Huang Yi's temper never backed down, and she felt that this tall, lanky guy was being petty. Wasn't it just because she didn't go to that small forest? No normal girl would go there, right?

Seeing that she had agreed, Wu Xiang smiled smugly, "Simple, if I lose, you can make me do anything. If I win?"

Faced with Wu Xiang's cheeky question, Huang Yi immediately responded, "Also simple, you can make me do anything, and I won't say no!"

She was indeed very bold, and Wu Xiang admired her. She had a bit of the future Huang Yi's spirit.

But Wu Xiang was quite mischievous. He said with a sly smile, "Really anything?"

His tone and expression were perfect for playing a lecherous old man.

"You!" Huang Yi was furious, and many girls blushed, ready to stand up and confront Wu Xiang, but at that moment...

"Classmate Wu Xiang! Watch your words!" Lin Jidong used his official tone.

Wu Xiang didn't care, but this time he was very serious, "Sorry, I might disappoint you, but my request is simple. Just help me wash my clothes. But don't worry, I'll take care of my own underwear."

The last sentence betrayed his seriousness.

"Ha ha ha..." The room erupted in laughter.

"You! Jerk!" Huang Yi was furious.