CHAPTER 1611: CHAPTER 1612: I WANT TO SING MYSELF TO YOU

"So beautiful."

The one who spoke was actually you!

You yourself were stunned. Although you spent every day with this person, constantly seeing him, you swore that in this instant, it was as if his entire being, his whole heart, had been conquered by her.

What kind of beauty was this?

No more words could precisely describe it. With your literary talent, you could only vaguely, broadly say—

At first glance, she was like Qinglan in the mountain stream,

ethereal and elusive,

though out of reach, your heart was swimming along.

Like a breath of breeze,

filtered through the willow leaves,

carrying the damp melancholy of Jiangnan’s rain in March.

Though there were other words to describe her beauty, her unique temperament, you were reluctant to spend more brain cells to think right now, because you just wanted to quietly watch her, as if a lifetime was not enough.

After being beautified, Yan Zisu and Zhao’er looked almost identical.

Of course, among the crowd, someone was unaffected: "Are you guys done watching?"

The one who spoke was Chen Susu. Although the Yan Zisu presented before everyone was her creation, seeing everyone’s reaction, especially your comment "So beautiful," left her with a slight sense of loss.

However, Chen Susu was always resilient, incredibly strong inside. Such a small setback was just a side dish for her, after all, the road ahead was long, and she had plenty of time!

With Chen Susu’s words, everyone snapped out of their reverie, and she asked Yan Zisu, "Zisu, do you have any way to help Yaoyao with her issue?"

Yan Zisu walked to your side and spoke to Liu Yaoyao, "I talked to Yaoyao before. She has congenital obesity, and although she has been diligently controlling her diet and exercises every day, the effect is not obvious. During this period, I researched a lot and contacted a professor at Tianjing Medical University through Old Xiao, who gave me some insights. After the performance, I’ll take Yaoyao to the military hospital for an examination and then devise a series of targeted methods for her. It should be effective in about half a year."

"Half a year? Isn’t that too long?" After recovering, Xiao Feng didn’t even glance at Yan Zisu and only looked out of the corner of his eye.

"No, as long as it’s effective, I can persist for even ten years!" Liu Yaoyao was very moved. After all, her relationship with Yan Zisu was not as close as with Chen Susu, and Yan Zisu usually seemed indifferent to everyone, yet she had quietly done so much for her.

Saying that, Liu Yaoyao deeply bowed to Yan Zisu, "Zisu, thank you."

Just as she said "you", everyone heard a ripping sound, and the tight outfit Liu Yaoyao was wearing was completely ruined.

Seeing this, Chen Susu couldn’t help but cover her forehead, "Now this is troublesome."

You three boys quickly turned your backs on Liu Yaoyao, positioning her so that passersby wouldn’t see her predicament.

"Actually, I think this event is the last bloom of our high school life, and I think we should show our most authentic selves to our teachers, classmates, and alma mater."

Hearing your words, Zong Wangyue nodded in agreement, "I think so too. Yaoyao, self-confidence is also a form of beauty."

Xiao Feng touched his nose and smiled, "Don’t laugh, I think girls with some curves are quite beautiful too. Although Wei Bihui is great, I personally think she is a bit too slim."

Everyone knew Xiao Feng liked Wei Bihui, but she hadn’t shown any intention, and for now, her attention remained on Bai Shu.

Under everyone’s persuasion, Liu Yaoyao finally changed into loose clothing and pants instead of her cherished long dress.

With more than an hour until the program began, you, Bai Shu, and Xiao Feng idly leaned against the edge of the stage in a rest area, talking intermittently as people bustled around.

"In a few days, I’ll be returning."

Bai Shu suddenly said.

You and Xiao Feng both turned to look at him. You asked, "Is your brother forcing you to go back?"

Bai Shu shook his head, "No."

"If that’s the case, why the urgency? With just another semester until the college entrance exam, moving around will definitely impact your grades," Xiao Feng said, adding, "If you suddenly say you’re leaving, all the girls in our class will collectively cry."

In fact, Xiao Feng had another thought unspoken: If Bai Shu left, Wei Bihui would return to Tianjing as well.

"You’ve seemed preoccupied these past few days. Why not share with us?" You looked at Bai Shu, "Even though we haven’t known each other for long, we are still good friends."

Bai Shu fell silent.

Xiao Feng looked at Bai Shu and suddenly felt his side profile was very beautiful. He shook his head vigorously, dispelling his whimsical thoughts, and smiled at Bai Shu, "Don’t tell me you’ve had a secret crush on Goddess Yan, and now that she’s taken, you’ve decided to leave?"

"What are you talking about?" Bai Shu glared at Xiao Feng, "I don’t have those thoughts. Zisu may be beautiful, but she’s not my type."

"Then who is your type?" You timely asked.

"You...don’t try to trick me!" Bai Shu glared at you and said irritably, "I’m not interested in anyone."

With a huff, Bai Shu turned his head away. His small gesture appeared charmingly cute to you and Xiao Feng.

"Seriously, are you determined to leave?" you asked solemnly.

Bai Shu nodded, saying no more.

Then, you placed a hand on Bai Shu’s thin shoulder and softly laughed, "Since you’re leaving, let’s dedicate today’s performance to our radiant youth!"

Bai Shu stared at you blankly, his eyes glinting with a trace of brilliance, and he nodded, "Mm!"

To welcome this grand event, both the students and the school leaders put in a lot of effort.

This is not a form of formalism, but rather an attitude towards life everyone has.

During this grand event, many alumni who had already left the school made time to return, including many famous personalities and elites from various fields.

This made the originally spacious venue quite crowded, yet no one complained or grumbled, even though many of them are now leaders, even though they are now the center of attention, even if they remain unknown.

At this moment, they are just like when they left school earlier, releasing the purest emotions they had always preserved in their hearts, sitting on simple low stools, with some even sitting on the ground. Everyone’s face is filled with smiles and a sense of happiness.

At this time, an elderly man with white hair, standing at only 1.6 meters tall, dressed in very ordinary clothing, slowly walked to the podium and stood in front of the microphone.

As soon as he appeared, all the noise stopped.

He glanced around, as if trying to use his eyes to imprint the memory of everyone who came into his mind.

"I’ll just say a few words."

As soon as he said this, everyone both on and off stage burst into laughter.

Such words have been said by many leaders, but few truly achieve it. However, this elderly man, who walks somewhat unsteadily, is evidently among the few who can do it.

"I’ve been retired for over forty years now, never expected to be dragged up here by this little kid Qikun."

As he said this, a middle-aged man standing around ten meters away, at the edge of the stage, laughed; he was the current principal of Second Heights and someone all students knew, though current students weren’t very familiar with the old man, except those who had seen him on the school’s honor wall.

"To be honest, I never thought I’d live to see today." The elder spoke slowly, but his voice seemed to hold a kind of magic power, calming everyone’s mind and spirit, "This old man, I am now ninety-two."

When he said this, the whole room erupted. No one knew who started it, but everyone stood up, spontaneously moving in unison, bowing deeply to the elder, saying in unison: "Hello, teacher——, thank you for your hard work——"

No one knew whose eyes were the first to become moist, nor who shed the first tear of being moved.

"Okay, okay, everyone, please sit down, it’s cold now, move closer to stay warm." The elder gently wiped the corners of his eyes with his hand and continued, "Today is a wonderful day. Being able to sit together means we are fated, and it also shows that you still remember a place that once made you laugh, sigh, and reminisce."

The elder paused, then continued, "Second Heights is also my alma mater, although she feels more like my elder sister, my family. Today, I won’t say much, but I just want to tell you something as a ninety-two-year-old man. Life isn’t long, don’t waste it."

After saying this, the elder bowed slightly to everyone and, with the principal’s support, slowly walked down.

Everyone stood up once again, saying in unison to the elder: "Goodbye, teacher——"

The elder waved his hand slightly, turning his back on everyone, and slowly left.

At this moment, music began to play, and a large group of people quickly and orderly surged onto the stage, starting to recite poetry.

Backstage, you watched the elder’s departing figure in silence.

Bai Shu walked to your side and asked, "What are you thinking?"

You smiled faintly and said, "Nothing, just feeling that after all, one who’s been through life, every word they say carries extraordinary meaning."

Soon, Chen Susu hurried over and said to you and Bai Shu, "The director just told us that the third program has two people who can’t make it last minute, so we’re rearranging the sequence of our two programs."

"No way?" Xiao Feng, who was eating a banana to replenish energy, quickly said.

You exchanged a glance with Bai Shu and smiled slightly.

"I want to sing to you—"

You were the first to go on stage. As you appeared in casual attire and spoke in a slightly lazy voice, the audience stirred up with excitement.

"While still young and beautiful like a flower—"

Chen Susu came up from the other side of the stage, and her red outfit immediately ignited the excitement in everyone below the stage.

"Let the flowers bloom as they please—"

"Adorn your years, my branches—"

Xiao Feng and Liu Yaoyao appeared at the same time. Although Liu Yaoyao was plump, she went unnoticed because most gazes were drawn to Chen Susu, with some already lost in the music.

However, Yan Zisu still had not appeared, even a section into the song.

"I want to sing to you—"

Bai Shu’s appearance drew countless screams from the girls.

"Give me your pure and innocent smile—"

A clear voice lingered like strands of silk entering every person’s ears, settling in their hearts.

At this moment, everyone, including those lost in their thoughts, had only that faint shade of purple in their eyes, and everyone quieted down. Their original joy, celebration, and enthusiasm settled down, and they just listened, and listened.

"I want to sing to you,

can my passionate feelings touch you?

The years are worth remembering, reminiscing,

the shy red, a face.

Who can take your place,

love with all your heart while you are young.

Most beloved one,

the journey is far, let’s be together..."