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Chapter 109 School starts

The school, which had been quiet for a winter break, has finally become lively again.

When Jiang Lai got off the school bus, she was only dragging a suitcase and returned to her dormitory without much effort.

The dormitory door was open, and there were already people inside.

"Ah Jiang!" It was Zhao Ying.

"How come you're faster than me?" Jiang Lai asked.

"If I stay at home any longer, I'll be kicked out!" Zhao Ying complained. "I was so happy when I first came home. My parents doted on me. Now, even sitting on the sofa is an eyesore to them. I get scolded every day, so I decided to go back to school early. I thought you guys would be a little late. I didn't expect you to be back so soon."

Jiang Lai said, "Well, something came up in my department, so I came back early and also took the opportunity to clean up my dorm room."

"me and you togather."

"Also, take their blankets and quilts out to air them out so they can have a winter break."

"Understand."

Jiang Lai and Zhao Ying first took all the quilts, blankets, and pillows out to air them before they started cleaning, one sweeping and the other mopping.

"What's wrong with the department that made you come back early this time?" Zhao Ying asked, diligently mopping the floor.

Jiang Lai put the broom down, took the trash outside, and then grabbed a rag to wipe the table. As she wiped, she replied, "There's a selection process for department heads, and the student council is also having a leadership transition."

Are you planning to run for minister?

Jiang Lai thought for a moment and said, "Maybe! I think the Literature and Art Department is quite interesting."

"It's interesting, but organizing events is also very tiring."

“There are a lot of events this year, the 130th anniversary of the school, and then the sports meet…” Jiang Lai continued with her hands, saying, “If I really become the head of the arts and culture department, I will definitely have to do these two things. I will have to deal with a lot of things with the student union and the sports department. Anyway, I think it’s quite good for personal development.”

"A top student is indeed a top student. I, a mere mortal, look up to you. If it were me, I definitely wouldn't get involved in these things; they sound like trouble."

"It's alright!"

The two chatted as they cleaned the dormitory room until it was spotless.

A dormitory room that's too big isn't ideal either, because it makes cleaning a real hassle.

Zhao Ying raised her hand to wipe away her sweat, "It's the dead of winter and you've managed to make me sweat all over."

"Wipe it off." Jiang Lai handed her a tissue. "Be careful not to catch a cold."

Zhao Ying took it, "No, those two have to treat us to dinner, this is too tiring."

After saying this, Zhao Ying seemed to remember something and said, "If I remember correctly, it seems that you are always the first to return to school, A-Jiang, right? When freshman year started, it was you and Li Zi, and during the summer vacation after freshman year, you were the first again? Later you stayed on campus, and this time you returned to school so early again. You are always the one cleaning, you're amazing."

Jiang Lai thought for a moment and said, "When I was a freshman, my friend and his parents helped me clean up. Later, when I arrived at school early, I helped out. When I stayed on campus, it was easy to keep things clean every day. It's nothing."

"No way, you'd be at a disadvantage! It's not like you're the only one living in the dorm, you should make them treat you to milk tea again."

Zhao Ying took out her phone and started typing.

Unconscious room (4)

Zhao Ying: [Photo]

Zhao Ying: A spotless dormitory room

Tang Li: Thank you, Zhao Zhao and A Jiang!

Li Xiangyue: Same as above! Kisses!

Zhao Ying: Jiang always did the cleaning before, she was really at a disadvantage. Today we worked ourselves to the bone. When you two come back, you have to treat us, especially Jiang, to a meal and milk tea!

Tang Li: Definitely!

Li Xiangyue: Definitely! I'll be back in two days! I'll bring you all some delicious food!

Jiang Lai looked at the message on her phone and sent a kissing emoji.

Zhao Ying hung up the phone with satisfaction, "At least they'll treat me to a meal even if I don't do any work! Hehe!"

Jiang Lai shook her head with amusement, "Shall we go eat now?"

"Great! There aren't many people back at school yet, only the small cafeteria is open. How about we eat on the back street?"

"Row."

Since school hasn't officially started yet, there aren't many people at the school, and most departments haven't even resumed operations. Only one small canteen is open, and according to Zhao Ying, she went to see it; the dishes there were pitifully few, making it not very appetizing.

"Let's eat out! The food in the cafeteria will be better again when everyone comes back for the new semester!"

"agree!"

The two walked through the quiet campus, occasionally brushing past other people.

This period is only the time designated by the school for students to return to school, but few people choose to return to school early, since staying at home is always the most comfortable.

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After Jiang Lai and Zhao Ying stayed in the dormitory for a few days, the official start of the semester finally arrived.

"They were having so much fun at home that they didn't want to do anything a day early! They have class tomorrow!" Zhao Ying said.

“That’s normal. The closer it gets to the start of school, the less I want to come back,” Jiang Lai replied.

"Yeah, when you're in school you want a holiday, when you're bored at home you want to go back to school, but when you actually have to go back to school you feel nauseous and want to throw up."

The two were chatting when the door was suddenly opened with a "bang," startling Jiang Lai and Zhao Ying. They looked towards the door in alarm and saw Li Xiangyue and Tang Li carrying large bags and small packages, panting heavily as they leaned on their suitcases.

"Help—" Tang Li cried out in pain, while Li Xiangyue was also exhausted. "Give me a hand!"

Jiang Lai and Zhao Ying quickly stepped forward to help the two people take the things they were carrying.

"Damn, this is so heavy. Have you two moved back yet?" Zhao Ying complained.

"My parents asked me to bring these; they're all delicious foods," Tang Li said.

Li Xiangyue also said, "That's not just delicious food, it's also the love of my parents!"

Jiang Lai and Zhao Ying were speechless, and silently helped them put their things in their places.

"The blankets and everything have been aired out, and the tables have been wiped down. You can just make the beds," Jiang Lai said.

"Thank you, A-Jiang and Zhao Zhao! Mwah!" Tang Li gave him a kiss and then lunged at him.

Jiang Lai feigned disgust and dodged her, saying, "Go make the bed, or how will you sleep tonight? Once you're done, we'll go out to eat."

"Yes! You two are treating."

"no problem!"

Tang Li and Li Xiangyue quickly made the bed and opened the bags they were carrying.

"This is a homemade Gaogao (a type of rice cake) by my mom. It's vacuum-sealed and tastes amazing!"

"This is a dried meat sold by a long-established brand in our area!"

The four of them shared snacks in the dormitory and chatted affectionately for a while. When they saw that it was almost time, they went out together.

The backstreet is much livelier now, with most shops open and filled with nearby students.

"When there are a lot of people, hot pot is definitely the best choice—double the happiness!" Zhao Ying said.

I couldn't agree more.

"Many departments are having leadership changes this year. Pear, are you running for Minister of Organization?" Jiang Lai asked. "Want to run together?"

"No, no, the Organization Department is so boring and busy. I plan to join a club this year for fun," Tang Li said.

"That's fine too, since club activities are relatively relaxed anyway."

“I also plan to work in the multimedia field; the school newspaper is a great training ground.” Li Xiangyue put the shrimp paste in. “But there will definitely be a lot of things to do this year; everyone will be very busy.”

"Definitely..."

The four of them ate hot pot and chatted.

"I really don't want to go until tomorrow! I have to go to class again. This semester's schedule is terrifying!"

"That's still considered good. In the first semester of junior year, there's a research trip, and in the second semester, there's an internship, which is even more tiring."

"So why do we even need to study finance?!"

"Ask the heavens! Maybe I was out of my mind back then..."

"Let's not talk about that anymore. Pear, how are things going between you and that fellow villager, you know, the basketball team captain?"

"Wow, you're so gossipy!"

"Tell us, we all want to hear it!" Jiang Lai and Li Xiangyue chimed in from the sidelines.

"That's all there is to it—"

After finishing their hotpot meal under the moonlight, the four of them walked back to their dorm room. After a quick wash, they all lay down on their beds. When they opened their eyes again, the new semester had begun.