novelraw Chapter 60: Hua Qing's Initial Compromise
Chapter 60: Hua Qing's Initial Compromise
Ding Heng pushed open the dormitory door, and three heads turned around at the same time.
"Yo—you're back!"
Liu Chiwang was the first to speak, jokingly asking, "A date that late?"
Qian Pu chimed in, "I thought you weren't staying in the dorm on the first day of school."
Chen Mo pushed up his glasses, didn't say anything, but a smile was on his lips.
Ding Heng tossed the keys on the table and calmly explained, "It wasn't a date, just a meal. I'll take her back to her dorm after we finish."
Qian Pu suddenly remembered something, picked up his phone and handed it over: "By the way, Lao Ding, did you know that you got your picture posted on the confession wall on your first day of school?"
Ding Heng turned around: "What confession wall?"
"From our school."
Qian Pu shoved his phone screen in front of Ding Heng: "See for yourself."
Ding Heng took it.
The screen displayed a submission to the confession wall, accompanied by a photo of him eating in the cafeteria during the day.
[Hey there, I need help finding this guy! I saw him in the second cafeteria today, does anyone recognize him? [Image]]
Several replies have already followed.
Holy crap, that profile is amazing.
[Please provide contact information +1]
Does anyone know which major it is?
Ding Heng scrolled down and suddenly saw a familiar ID.
[Lucky Zhao]: Don't even think about it, he has a girlfriend.
The reply below was followed by a series of follow-up questions—
[You have a girlfriend? Really?]
How did you know?
Do the sisters know him?
Please elaborate!
【Lucky Zhao】 did not reply.
Ding Heng handed the phone back to Qian Pu, then picked up his own phone.
[Ding Heng]: How could you post on our school's confession wall?
Messages are replied to instantly.
【Lucky Zhao】: [Cat grinning mischievously.jpg] I have my own clever plan.
[Ding Heng]: Is it necessary to be so strict in guarding against this?
[Lucky Zhao]: What if you get kidnapped by someone else if I don't keep a close watch on you?
[Ding Heng]: Don't worry, there's no one prettier than you at the foot of Yuelu Mountain.
【Lucky Zhao】: [Little cat blushing.jpg]
And then there was another one.
[Lucky Zhao]: Today, several boys asked me for my contact information.
Ding Heng raised an eyebrow.
Ding Heng: ?
[Fortune Xiao Zhao]: So I hope you can come and walk around with me this weekend, that will dispel many people's ideas.
Ding Heng thought for a moment.
[Ding Heng]: Should we invite Wenjing along?
【Lucky Zhao】: [Cat stomping its feet.jpg]
[Lucky Zhao]: You see Xiao Jing every day, so why don't you spend some time with me on the first weekend of school?
【Lucky Zhao】: [Poor little kitten.jpg]
Ding Heng's lips unconsciously curled up slightly.
Ding Heng: OK.
【Lucky Zhao】: [Kitten spinning around.gif]
【Lucky Zhao】: [Goodnight kitten.jpg]
[Ding Heng]: Good night.
After dealing with Zhao Yanxi, Ding Heng put away his phone and went to wash up. His three roommates continued chatting, and the topic had shifted from the confession wall to the girls in their class.
Qian Pu asked, "We have a class meeting tomorrow. Do you think our class has anything interesting to report?"
Liu Chiwang chuckled: "I've already inquired about it."
"So fast?"
"When I went to submit my materials to the counselor today, I secretly glanced at our class roster, and their ID photos were all pasted on."
"How is it?"
"In my own opinion, the most beautiful one is... Bai Zhiya."
Chen Mo pushed up his glasses: "Bai Zhiya? It's a nice name."
"That guy, even his ID photo has this innocent vibe, those nose and eyes..."
Liu Chiwang exaggeratedly described it in his Northeastern dialect.
Qian Pu listened intently and then asked, "How does it compare to Old Ding's cafeteria girl?"
Liu Chiwang thought for a moment, then shook his head seriously: "That can't compare. Old Ding's girl is definitely on par with this year's school beauty."
"really……"
"I feel like I'm just like Lao Ding; sooner or later, my profile will be plastered on the confession wall."
Ding Heng came out of the restroom and happened to hear the last few sentences.
His tone was both joking and warning: "Don't spread rumors about me about her being a school beauty or not."
Liu Chiwang chuckled: "Don't worry, Lao Ding, I know what I'm doing."
Qian Pu nodded, "Understood, understood."
Chen Mo didn't say anything, he just smiled.
Ding Heng lay back on the bed and didn't say anything more.
Food guarding?
A little.
But more than anything, I'm worried.
Given Little White Rabbit's personality, if she were to be promoted as a "school beauty," she probably wouldn't be able to handle the subsequent backlash.
I can offer a few words of advice to the few people in the dormitory, but there are so many mouths to feed outside.
No, we have to think of a way to find someone to take the blame for Wenjing.
Whoever wants to be the freshman campus beauty can have it!
……
The next morning.
Ding Heng woke up promptly at seven o'clock.
I picked up my phone; three messages.
First, be quiet.
【Good Luck Xiao Jing】: [Good morning, little rabbit.jpg].
The accompanying photo is a selfie of her just after waking up; her hair is messy, her eyes aren't fully open, and she looks sleepy and cute.
The second one is Zhao Yanxi.
[Lucky Zhao]: [Image]
[Lucky Zhao]: My first breakfast in college!
Article 3 – Hua Qing.
【Flower Sea Sunny Day】: I promised about yesterday.
The short line conveyed reluctance and an unyielding pride.
Ding Heng raised an eyebrow.
He could almost picture Hua Qing eagerly trying out the ointment after returning to her dorm room yesterday.
When she discovered that it could really restore her left foot to normal, she was shocked, overjoyed, and then tossed and turned all night.
They sent me a message first thing this morning.
Firstly, I was afraid he would change his mind.
Secondly, they wanted to seize the initiative.
After replying to Zhao Yanxi and Wen Jing, Ding Heng put down his phone and got out of bed to wash up.
As for Hua Qing, let's wait and see!
……
Four o'clock in the afternoon, at the dance studio of Hunan Normal University.
Hua Qing pushed open the door and instantly sensed that something was wrong.
The dance studio is unusually quiet today...
Hua Qing continued walking inside, nonchalantly arriving at her seat. Just as she put her bag down, she suddenly heard a shout from behind her.
"Sister Qing."
Lin Man and Xiao Huaqing were in the same year and were also core members of the dance team, making them strong contenders for the lead dancer position.
Despite the competition, Hua Qing and her level were never on the same level from beginning to end; she was roughly equivalent to a Premier League starter playing as a substitute in the Chinese Super League.
Lin Man walked over and asked with feigned concern, "Sister Qing, are you alright?"
Hua Qing remained expressionless: "What?"
Lin Man sighed: "When we came back from the holiday to practice dancing, Sister Qing, you made us practice extra every day, but you only did the positioning and didn't do any movements. We were all worried that you might have something you couldn't tell us."
We're all sisters, so feel free to tell me anything, and we'll face it together! I'm just worried about the performance being delayed...
Hua Qing didn't say anything.
The truth came to light faster than she had imagined.
That's true. Given her current state, no matter how well she disguises herself, it's impossible for her not to be noticed.
Lin Man sighed deeply, her expression sincere: "Sister Qing, don't push yourself too hard. Your health is the most important thing. Our dance team is a collective; if you retire, someone else will always fill in..."
"Lin Man".
Dance instructor Li Yun suddenly appeared, interrupting the conversation, and slowly walked between the two.
She glanced at Hua Qing, then at Lin Man, her expression complex: "Hua Qing, come out with me for a moment."
Hua Qing didn't move: "Teacher, just say what you have to say here."
Li Yun hesitated for a moment, then cleared her throat.
"Um, Hua Qing... everyone has heard about your foot injury."
You are the backbone of our entire Dance Department at Hunan Normal University, and everyone is concerned about you! If you really have a health problem, don't push yourself. The welcome party isn't a particularly important stage; someone else can fill in. You should rest and recover; that's the most important thing.
Lin Man lowered her head, the corners of her mouth slightly turned up, then quickly suppressed them.
She had waited far too long for this opportunity!
Hua Qing paused for two seconds, then turned and walked to the dressing room to change into her dance clothes. She then took out some ointment from her bag and applied it evenly to her left ankle.
The transparent ointment melts on the skin, feeling cool, and then slowly warms up.
That familiar feeling is back.
Left foot, ankle, calf, toes – sensation.
Complete perception!
"Teacher, shall I warm up?"
Before Li Yun could answer, Hua Qing had already walked to the center of the rehearsal hall.
The music wasn't on.
But she doesn't need music.
Starting stance.
Touch the ground with your left foot, rotate your body, and extend your arms.
There was no music, only Hua Qing's own breathing and heartbeat; every movement was precise, powerful, and full of beauty.
Spin.
jump.
Landing.
The dance studio was completely silent.
Lin Man's expression froze on her face.
Hua Qing turned around, raised her head, and looked as proud as a white crane.
"Practice your moves well, know your own limitations, and don't be overly ambitious. Whether the welcome party is important or not, it's a rare stage, so make the most of it and take it seriously."
She changed her clothes, picked up her bag, and walked out.
Li Yun quickly chased after her, calling out, "Hua Qing! Hua Qing, wait!"
Hua Qing stopped in front of the elevator and turned around.
Li Yun smiled broadly: "Um, don't take what I said earlier to heart. Your teacher was just concerned about you, worried that your health might not be up to par..."
Hua Qing's expression was indifferent: "Thank you for your concern, teacher."
Li Yun smiled awkwardly: "By the way, the school is already processing your application for graduate school recommendation..."
"No."
"What?"
"A teacher from the Beijing Dance Academy contacted me, and I'm still considering it."
Li Yun's expression changed drastically.
Beijing Dance Academy.
The dance program at Hunan Normal University, the highest institution of learning for dance in the country, is simply incomparable to it.
After winning the Lotus Award, Hua Qing was already entitled to leave. The reason she studied until her senior year and even prepared to stay at the university for postgraduate studies was simply because she cared about the so-called friendship in her heart.
If Hua Qing leaves, the dance program at Hunan Normal University will miss out on a huge opportunity to attract students.
"Huaqing."
Li Yun's tone softened completely: "Let's talk this out. What conditions do you want? I can help you negotiate with the school..."
Hua Qing didn't say anything and stepped into the elevator.
First floor.
The elevator doors opened, and Hua Qing let out a long breath.
Was it good?
Cool!
You should know that this injury was inflicted while playing desperately for Hubei Normal University.
Otherwise, given the level of dance at Hunan Normal University, it would be impossible for them to win the Lotus Award in the short term.
But what happens after the pleasure?
Hua Qing looked down at the ointment in her hand.
The remaining amount can be used a maximum of two more times.
One must be saved for the welcome party.
What about after that?
She took out her phone; the message she sent at six in the morning was still missing after twelve hours.
Could it be that Ding Heng acted impulsively yesterday, and after a night, he felt that Hua Qing was not worth it at all?
The moment the thought crossed her mind, Hua Qing couldn't suppress the panic in her heart.
She quickly edited the message, deleted it, edited it again, deleted it again, back and forth, until finally the wording was extremely solemn.
【Flower Sea Sunny Day】: I may have been a bit too harsh yesterday, I apologize to you.
【Flower Sea Sunny Day】: Do you have time? I hope we can have a good talk face to face.
【Flower Sea Sunny Day】: I think I can accept a boyfriend-girlfriend relationship and be serious about dating you!