Chapter 305: A Storm in the Girls' Dormitory
Chapter 305: A Storm in the Girls' Dormitory
Meng Zhujun was worried that no one would set up the ladder, but when she saw that Mi Qiaolan was so sensible, she felt a little proud.
"Ahem..." Clearing her throat, Meng Zhujun said slowly, "My name is Meng Zhujun, and I'm from Beijing. As you can see, my things are very valuable. If they get damaged, you won't be able to afford the compensation."
Chen Shuning asked with a smile: "So, you don't like others touching your things?"
Meng Zhujun was about to nod when she suddenly remembered about changing the bed and stopped abruptly. She rolled her eyes and said nothing.
Mi Qiaolan jumped out and spoke up for Meng Zhujun: "Zhujun doesn't let us touch her things because she's afraid of adding burden to us."
Chen Shuning sneered inwardly: Whose family raised this idiot? While others were more glorious the poorer they were, she flaunted her wealth everywhere. She was afraid of being resented.
"I understand. Mi Qiaolan, please tell your master to lock up all the valuables. If they are stolen, don't blame us."
Although we are poor, we have backbone and can earn enough to eat with our own hands. If we are wronged, we will not give up. "
Mi Qiaolan bit her lip tightly. If anyone else had said this, she would have flipped the table. But Chen Shuning was too fierce and well-dressed, so she didn't dare to act rashly.
Jiang Heping took out two sets of military uniforms from the cabinet and placed them on Chen Shuning's bed.
"The instructor asked me to bring this set of clothes to you. You'll need them for military training tomorrow. We're similar in build and size, so Shuning, you can choose first."
Chen Shuning pointed casually and said with a smile: "Heping, just give me any set, it's all the same anyway."
"Shuning, one of the trouser pockets on your military uniform isn't sewn properly." Jiang Heping's face flashed with shyness as he continued, "I have poor eyesight and clumsy hands, so I can't sew."
Jiang Heping couldn't bear to deceive Chen Shuning. Although they said Chen Shuning was difficult to get along with, she didn't believe it. Hearing is not as good as seeing.
Liu Zhongyu's heart was pounding like a drum. He wondered, "Is Jiang Heping mentally ill?" Meng Zhujun and Mi Qiaolan both said that Chen Shuning was irritable and easily angered. Would Chen Shuning hit Jiang Heping?
Chen Shuning unfolded the two uniforms and returned the intact one to Jiang Heping. He unlocked the wardrobe and pulled out his sewing kit. With flying fingers, he sewed the clothes together.
A bell rang and the dormitory was plunged into darkness.
Jiang Heping lay down on the bed in the dark and whispered, "Shuning, I've got you a pot of hot water. Hurry up and wash up and go to bed!"
"Thank you, Peace."
It was late at night, and a cool breeze blew on Chen Shuning. She fell asleep with a steady breathing.
The stars gradually disappeared, the moon became only a shadow, and the sun rose again from the east.
"Squeak-"
The old bunk bed made an unpleasant noise, and Liu Zhongyu carefully climbed down from the upper bunk. He lowered his head to meet Chen Shuning's dark eyes, a trace of embarrassment on his face.
"I'm sorry." Liu Zhongyu said softly, "I didn't mean to wake you."
"The bed is too old, it's not your fault." Chen Shuning sat up and slowly put on his military uniform.
Liu Zhongyu quickly combed her hair and fumbled in her pocket with her left hand. But her pocket was empty, and the rubber band she often used was missing.
Chen Shuning was sitting on the bed braiding her hair. Liu Zhongyu beside her remained in the same position for a long time without moving. She looked up curiously.
Seeing the embarrassment on her face, Chen Shuning said softly, "Did you lose your rubber band? Wait, I'll get you one."
The plain black rubber band is tied with a red bow, which looks very beautiful.
Liu Zhongyu waved his hands and said timidly: "Comrade Chen Shuning, I can't take your things. I, I don't have any money, I can't pay it back..."
Chen Shuning felt sorry for it, and after a moment's thought, he said, "The bunk bed is too old. It creaks when I move it a little, and it makes it hard for me to sleep.
Comrade Liu Zhongyu, could you spare some time to tighten the screws on the bed frame? The bed belongs to both of us, and I can't let you work for nothing. This is your reward."
Liu Zhongyu bit his lip, hesitated for a moment, shook his head and said, "I will fix the bed at noon, but I don't want the things."
Chen Shuning raised his hand and pulled the rubber band off the end of his hair, stuffing it into Liu Zhongyu's hand: "Don't look down on me, take it quickly! You will be scolded if you go to military training with your hair messy."
Liu Zhongyu breathed a sigh of relief, tied her hair, and when she looked at Chen Shuning again, her eyes were much softer.
Although she was poor, she didn't want to accept charity from others. The hair ornament Chen Shuning brought out was very beautiful, but it looked expensive, so she couldn't accept it.
Accepting the old rubber band, although it was also taking advantage of others, made her feel much better. Liu Zhongyu knew that it was wrong to think this way, but that was just how she was, sensitive and inferior.
"Thank you."
Liu Zhongyu carried the washbasin and ran out in a hurry with his head down.
Chen Shuning finished braiding another braid and patted Jiang Heping: "Heping, it's time to get up!"
Jiang Heping opened his eyes drowsily, raised his hand and groped around on his pillow. He put on his glasses and then sat up.
Chen Shuning walked out of the dormitory carrying a washbasin and passed by the energetic Xiang Yuanfang. The two smiled at each other, as if they had said hello.
"It's so noisy!" Meng Zhujun stretched lazily and complained, "Why did you get up so early?"
He put down the washbasin and reminded her: "Today is the first day of military training. You must not be late. It would be bad if you leave a bad impression on the instructors and drill sergeants!"
Meng Zhujun put on her military uniform and slowly climbed down from the bed, her tone somewhat dissatisfied: "Who wants to change beds with me? I'm not used to sleeping on the top bunk."
Mi Qiaolan heard this and quickly ran out with the washbasin, avoiding the topic. She wouldn't give up the lower bunk without sufficient benefits.
He looked a little impatient at Yuanfang, sighed, and didn't say anything.
Jiang Heping tucked his hair behind his ears, looked at the empty upper bunk, and said, "Meng Zhujun, the lower bunk of your bed is broken, and there is no upper bunk on my bed.
How about you move to the upper bunk? Or, you can move to the lower bunk and I can help you lift the bed board."
"No, I don't want to lift the bed." Meng Zhujun said with a bit of coquettishness, and continued: "My hands are for playing the violin, they can't do rough work."
Jiang Heping sighed, his good intentions going in vain. "It's your fault for coming late and not getting a good seat. Aren't you and Mi Qiaolan very close? Let her switch with you."
As the sun gradually rose, Tsinghua University woke from its slumber. On the quiet path, Chen Shuning, carrying a shoulder bag, strode forward.
"Chen Shuning, wait for me."
Jiang Heping was panting, holding his stomach with his hands, and staggered after him.
Chen Shuning supported her and asked, "Heping, what's wrong?"
Jiang Heping took out a biscuit from his bag, stuffed it into Chen Shuning's hand, and said intermittently, "No, don't go to the cafeteria! I'll treat you to some compressed biscuits. These things are very filling."
Chen Shuning was surprised and refused, "Heping, compressed biscuits are good stuff, you should keep them for yourself!"
"My brother gave it to me. We still have a lot at home." Jiang Heping wiped the sweat off his face and said softly, "You spoke up for me yesterday and took the initiative to take away the threadless military uniform. I'm very grateful to you."
"Shuning, eat quickly! Military training is very tiring, and you won't be able to bear it if you don't eat enough."
Chen Shuning took out a bottle of Huoxiang Zhengqi water from her bag and stuffed it into Jiang Heping's hand: "It's easy to get heatstroke in hot weather. Take this bottle of medicine."
"hey-hey……"
The two smiled at each other and walked towards the playground side by side.
"Meng Zhujun was the last one to enter the dormitory, and she started complaining about not having a good seat. Mi Qiaolan said you had the best seat and urged her to switch with you."
"Meng Zhujun took advantage of the situation and usurped your position. I warned them, but they were full of twisted ideas and refused to listen to me."
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