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Seeing the thick and imposing school gates of the Yining Middle School, as well as the students who were walking in one after another, Zhou Hao's heart once again surged with emotion. He hadn't come back for a long time.

After taking a deep breath, he tightened his backpack and stepped into the school.

The scene inside the Yining Middle School was not much different from what Zhou Hao remembered.

On both sides of the campus was a row of lush and verdant banyan trees. On the other side of the campus was a simple and unadorned school building that glistened under the sunlight.

In the distance, the new gymnasium was still under construction, and one could only see the outside layer of bamboo and netting.

Following the path in his memory, he arrived at Class 1 of the first grade. He saw that quite a few students had already gathered in the classroom.

Seeing those familiar faces that had become unfamiliar once again appear in front of his eyes, an indescribable feeling rose from the bottom of Zhou Hao's heart.

Raising his head to look at the famous "Year 2 Class One" nameplate at the door, Zhou Hao then stepped into the room.

"Good morning, Zhou Hao." A boy with short hair that fell short an inch revealed a bright smile to Zhou Hao.

As soon as he saw this chubby boy, memories from his past life rushed into his mind.

This boy was called Liu Shichao, and was Zhou Hao's tablemate, and was also Zhou Hao's best classmate and friend in high school.

After graduation, Liu Shichao went to Beijing to explore, and only occasionally contacted Zhou Hao.

Now that he saw this close friend of his from many years ago, Zhou Hao was truly a little excited, but he couldn't express it out loud. He could only smile and say to him, "You're early too."

"Where did you go yesterday? I came to your house to find you, but there's no one here." Liu Shichao asked while copying Zhou Hao's homework.

Thinking about how he was laughed at and borrowed money from Zhou Lichang, Zhou Hao became even more furious and swore to repay the debt he owed his in the future.

At the same time, he said to Liu Shichao, "No, he accompanied my mother to do some work yesterday."

Liu Shichao lowered his head and copied his homework, "But I saw that the girl opposite of your house was also waiting for you to return."

After saying this, he suddenly raised his head, and his eyes narrowed to a slit. "Zhou Hao, come from the truth, who is that girl? "She looks really pretty, much better than the girls in my class."

As soon as he finished speaking, that freckled girl in the front suddenly turned around and glared at him. "So what if she's pretty? She won't fall for you, you damned fatty!"

"Hey hey! I say, it's fine if you call me Fatty, but why do you always add the word 'dead' in front of me? Liu Shichao protested angrily.

"I'll just call you damn fatty, what can you do to me?" Not only was the girl not afraid of Liu Shichao, she had her head held high as if she wanted to fight him.

"You …" Liu Shichao really didn't dare to do anything to her. After all, it was normal for boys to fight each other.

But if he hit a girl, he wouldn't be able to hold his head up during high school. Besides, he didn't really mean anything to her.

Zhou Hao, who was at the side, looked at the happy couple and couldn't help but laugh.

This girl was called Luo Hui. She had been in conflict with Liu Shichao since high school and often quarreled over small matters.

But they got married in a flash after graduating from college, shocking everyone.

Back then, when he was Liu Shichao's groomsman, he had already said to Zhou Hao with a bitter face, "When I saw her in the middle school back then, I knew that I was destined to be ruined by her this entire life."

At that moment, the girl sitting beside Luo Hui pulled her hand and said softly, "Stop messing around, it's time for class."

Seeing the girl's side profile, Zhou Hao slapped his forehead, and thought: "There's still her, how could I forget about her?"

The girl was called Gao Jingyi, she was extremely beautiful, and the current Wang Xijun couldn't even be compared to her. She was the true prettiest girl in Zhou Hao's class.

There were many upper grade boys who had pursued her before, but she had a very proud personality and was cold and indifferent to anyone. Zhou Hao had also never heard of her following someone and having a relationship with someone.

Zhou Hao also saw her occasionally at the reunion between fellow students later on. At that time, she was even more beautiful and mature than when he was in middle school, but she had always been single and had never brought his boyfriend to the reunion.

As he sat behind her, Zhou Hao could occasionally see her unintentionally exposing snow-white neck, which gave the Zhou Hao at that time a huge visual impact and a great deal of agitation.

Just as he was immersed in his memories, a beautiful white shadow entered the classroom and walked up to the podium. With a clear and melodious voice, she said to the students below, "Alright, students. We are about to begin class."

Being called back to reality, Zhou Hao turned to the stage excitedly. He could not help but feel his heart beating faster.

The person on the stage had jet-black hair, bright eyes, and a pair of cherry red lips.

Laughing always gave people a comfortable feeling, like the spring breeze, unknowingly warming the hearts of others.

She was wearing a cream-colored shirt and a short, grey skirt that went past her knees. She looked very generous and dignified.

This beautiful woman was the form teacher of the first class, which was also the class' English teacher, Li Ruolan.

Li Ruolan had only graduated from the Normal School this year and became Zhou Hao's class teacher in the first year.

To Zhou Hao, compared to the childhood sweetheart Wang Xijun, and the proud and aloof Gao Jingyi that gave others unlimited illusions, Li Ruolan was her true first love, even if it was a one-sided secret crush.

In his previous life, the reason why Zhou Hao pursued Zeng Ying at all costs was because Zeng Ying looked a little similar to him.

Zhou Hao felt that Li Ruolan was a little similar to the famous actress Liu Yifei in his previous life, giving people a pure feeling.

However, Zhou Hao felt that compared to Liu Yi Fei, Li Ruolan was much prettier.

In order to get Li Ruolan's attention, Zhou Hao had to put in great effort in this English course. He had even won a first class prize in the English Olympics.

However, things went against his wishes. Zhou Hao's outstanding English results made Li Ruolan extremely at ease. Instead, he placed his attention on those poor students.

"I won't be able to participate in that bullshit Olympics no matter what this time."

Zhou Hao stared at Li Ruolan who was on the stage and thought to himself: "In the future, I will have to deliberately go easy on him. It would be best if I can get Teacher Li to give me a tutoring."

Li Ruolan lectured very seriously. Due to her solid cultivation and her experience in learning English, she had always been the leader of the students in the entire year.

Furthermore, many boys in the class were like Zhou Hao and admired Li Ruolan a lot.

Every time Li Ruolan's gaze shifted towards her direction, she would immediately sit upright, afraid that she would leave a bad impression on her.

Even Liu Shichao, who was at the side, would often send Zhou Hao notes to write about what the Teacher Li was wearing today.

When the bell for the end of class rang, Li Ruolan's gentle voice sounded. "Zhou Hao, come over here for a while."

Zhou Hao was startled, then remembered that he had not paid the tuition fees that he brought, which was probably why Li Ruolan called him that, so he immediately got up from his seat and followed Li Ruolan out of the classroom.

When Li Ruolan arrived at the office building's English language research room, all the other teachers had already gone to attend their classes, so there were only Li Ruolan and Zhou Hao in the large office.

"Teacher Li, this is my tuition for this year. Don't be ridiculous, it dragged on for so long." Zhou Hao handed the tuition money to Li Ruolan.

Seeing Zhou Hao hand over the envelope, Li Ruolan paused for a moment before revealing a slight smile.

"I also want to tell you that if your family is really in trouble, I can help you apply for a scholarship to the school."

Seeing Li Ruolan's orchid-like smile, Zhou Hao was moved, and shook his head: "No need Teacher Li, I'm fine."

Li Ruolan sat on the chair, and looked at Zhou Hao from the side, "Zhou Hao, teacher knows that you have been studying hard, and that your family's financial situation is under great pressure.

The teacher wants you to overcome the difficulty, you know, only knowledge can get the family out of trouble. If there's anything that I can help you with, just tell me and I'll do my best to help you. "

"I understand teacher, I will." Zhou Hao was a little disagreeing with Li Ruolan's words. Many a times, knowledge would not be able to help him get rid of the cruel reality.

However, Zhou Hao was still very satisfied with Li Ruolan's concern. Furthermore, standing beside Li Ruolan, Zhou Hao could smell her fragrance.

"Right, there's one more thing."

"Hmm?" Zhou Hao suddenly regained his senses.

Li Ruolan handed a paper over to Zhou Hao, "Your English grade is also very good, so teacher wants you to participate in this year's English Olympics."

Zhou Hao heard and thought that the Teacher Li would definitely let him participate in the English Olympics.

He immediately wanted to refuse, "Teacher Li, my English isn't good, there are many grammar books I don't have a grasp of, if I go to the competition I'll lose the face of the school."

"How could that be?" Li Ruolan smiled lightly, "During your last semester's finals, your English course ranked third in the class. If such a result isn't good, then wouldn't the other students in the class be even worse?"

After thinking for a moment, she said, "How about this? Since you said that you didn't grasp a lot of grammar, then I'll help you with your tutoring."

"Solo tutoring?" Zhou Hao hurriedly asked, because when he had participated in the Olympic Games in his previous life, the one who taught them English was the Level Elder who was in his fifties.

But at this time, Li Ruolan also thought of one of the problems, "But, the class seems to have decided to let the Level Elder provide after-school tutoring for all of you participating students."

Zhou Hao immediately shook his head, "That won't do, teacher. After school, I still need to go home and help my mother. I can't stay in school and can't participate in the tutorial class."

"Oh, so it's like that. Then I'll talk to the level group. Let me go to your place to help you in the evening."

"Really?" Being able to be alone with his first love made Zhou Hao very excited.

Seeing Zhou Hao's excited expression, Li Ruolan thought that she was engrossed in this competition.

"I can't confirm it right now. I need to explain your special situation to the level window. Hopefully, the level window will approve it."

Zhou Hao said: "No matter what, I still have to thank teacher."

"If you really have more teachers, then work hard in the competition." Li Ruolan laughed.

"Teacher, don't worry. There won't be any problems with that competition. I'll give you the first prize when the time comes!" Zhou Hao was very clear on the competition's topic, so of course he had absolute confidence.