Who Would Fall in Love After Being Reborn?

TL: Etude

On August 20th, Class 2 of the senior year organized another class reunion, held at the Jinding Xuan restaurant.

Almost everyone attended, except for those who had failed their exams and were repeating the year.

Of course, there were exceptions, like Jiang Qin, who neither failed nor bothered to show up.

This time, however, whether it was Qin Zi’ang, Yu Shasha, or anyone else, no one brought up Jiang Qin in their conversations, deliberately avoiding any mention of him.

After all, why would they? He was no longer the rejected loser he once was.

Now, with tens of thousands in his hands, running a bar, and dabbling in various investments, mentioning him would only invite Guo Zihang to show off on behalf of his godfather, wouldn’t it?

“Huiru, did I hear right that Jiang Qin deleted Siqi’s QQ?” someone asked.

Wang Huiru sighed, “I asked Siqi about it, and yes, it’s true.”

Yu Shasha couldn’t help but steal a glance at Chu Siqi, “Does Siqi still not know about Feng Nanshu?”

“She doesn’t know. But don’t you dare spill it. If Siqi finds out, with her temperament, she might just confront Jiang Qin. She’s always believed Jiang Qin still likes her; she wouldn’t tolerate him liking someone else!”

“But we can’t go on like this forever. She’s bound to find out someday.”

Wang Huiru lowered her voice, “I talked to Siqi. She just has a slight crush on Jiang Qin, nothing serious. So, I think Jiang Qin was right. This crush won’t last long and will fade away soon. Maybe then, they can forget each other and turn hostility into friendship.”

Yu Shasha looked at Wang Huiru in amazement, “Huiru, you’ve never been in love, have you? You sound like a love guru.”

“Even if I haven’t eaten pork, haven’t I seen pigs run?”

“Then I’ll come to you for love advice in the future.”

Wang Huiru blushed, then sighed again, “Do you think Siqi and Jiang Qin still have a chance? I think Jiang Qin is pretty decent.”

Yu Shasha regretted even bringing it up, “I used to think Jiang Qin was just a bookworm, but who knew he was so high-profile. Remember that night at the bar? The bartenders were all calling him ‘Brother Jiang’ and bowing and scraping. He almost dazzled me. I couldn’t help but feel drawn to him.”

“So, should we try to matchmake them again?”

“It’s no use.”

“Why not?”

“You need to understand, your competition isn’t just anyone, it’s Feng Nanshu!”

Wang Huiru was somewhat defiant, “Jiang Qin said he and Feng Nanshu are just friends.”

Yu Shasha pursed her lips after hearing this, “During our three years in high school, did Feng Nanshu ever have friends? It’s not about the title. It’s about Jiang Qin being Feng Nanshu’s only one. Do you understand the value of ‘the only one’?”

“I guess you’re right…”

“But we shouldn’t worry too much. We’re about to start college. Maybe Siqi will find someone even better than Jiang Qin in no time!”

After saying this, Yu Shasha paused and exchanged a look with Wang Huiru, then they both fell silent.

Could there really be someone better than Jiang Qin in college?

Right after high school, those boys were all holed up in internet cafes all night, talking about game cards, ghost jumping, and exploiting game bugs.

And Jiang Qin?

From day one, he was into business, quietly making tens of thousands, and even capturing the aloof and sought-after Moonlight. (successfully wooing the beauty)

Suddenly, Yu Shasha and Wang Huiru felt that it wasn’t just about Chu Siqi’s future they were contemplating. Jiang Qin’s presence had not only influenced Chu Siqi but also their own views on choosing a partner.

In the future, as they stepped into university life, they couldn’t help but compare every guy they met with Jiang Qin.

When a guy talked to them about his summer, they would remember a boy who silently shone throughout the entire summer.

When they were taken to a movie, memories of watching the Olympics together in the bar, where every bartender called that boy ‘Brother Jiang’, lingered in their minds.

Even strolling through pedestrian streets reminded them of a boy who made two hundred yuan just by buying and selling an address.

Girls are sensitive and accustomed to comparisons, but such comparisons often only brought heartache.

“I’m doomed. I don’t think I’ll find a boyfriend in college.”

“Yeah, they all seem so childish.”

Yu Shasha suddenly remembered something, “Huiru, didn’t you also apply to Linchuan University?”

Wang Huiru nodded, “Siqi and I had similar grades, so we decided to keep each other company.”

“Jiang Qin is at Linchuan too. You’re doomed for your entire college life. You won’t find a boyfriend because there’ll be no harm without comparison!”

“Please, I’m in the East Campus, and Jiang Qin’s Finance Department is in the main campus. It’s a long walk even past the overbridge, so there’s no chance of running into him.”

As they chatted about various topics, the reunion gradually drew to a close.

Someone brought up past memories, and the mood in the private room suddenly turned melancholic.

Deep down, they all knew that after this summer, opportunities to gather like this would be scarce.

Everyone would have new friends, new classmates, new everything.

Even the closest of friends would inevitably drift apart after going their separate ways. It was a necessary part of growing up, saddening, yet unavoidable.

“Chen Xiuxiu!”

“I…”

“I like you, have liked you for a very long time!”

“I know it’s not the right time to confess, but I still hope you’ll be my girlfriend!”

Yang Taisong, the sports committee member, downed his drink and finally blurted out the words he’d been holding back. His loud voice startled everyone present.

Across from Yang Taisong, the girl named Chen Xiuxiu turned beet red, flustered, but eventually mustered the courage to apologetically decline.

Hearing this exchange, everyone sighed.

They had thought there might be a new couple in their class, but it ended up being unrequited. Yet, this is what made youth so precious – its fearlessness.

After the party, the classmates split into small groups. Some planned to go online together, others to wander around.

Chu Siqi, who had been quiet all night, only spoke when she was alone with Wang Huiru and Yu Shasha.

“Why didn’t Chen Xiuxiu accept Yang Taisong? There were always rumors about them in class.”

“It’s simple, she just doesn’t like him.”

“Yeah, if you don’t like someone, it’s okay to refuse. They can still be friends.”

“What about Jiang Qin? What’s wrong with him, ignoring me all summer?”

“Siqi, listen to me, forget about Jiang Qin. You don’t like him anyway.”

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