Chapter 26.2
Chapter 26 . 2 : Feeling Wronged
Translated by: tranzgeek
Edited by: Miss Bookie, yecats, maripaz & Minodayz
Proofread by: Librismuse
“WHY?!” Peng Zige began to get louder .
His voice once again attracted the attention of the students around him .
Li Erqin chose the simplest reason, something that would be easy to accept . “Because I do not have any experience as an emcee . ”
Peng Zige’s lips trembled, but he could not find the right words to comfort her .
As for Su Zi, she pouted with displeasure . “Then, when they came looking for you, why didn’t they get all their facts right to begin with?”
Li Erqin smiled at her . It was too complicated, and she was disinclined to reply .
After she’d finished smiling, she looked towards Rong Si again .
Rong Si kept looking at her indifferently . When he met her eyes, he took out a lollipop from his pocket and gave it to her . It was Li Erqin’s favourite *flavor . Then he smiled at her . “They’re the ones who are lacking in foresight . ”
*(T/N : Literal ~ it was the usual flavour that she normally chooses to eat)
Everyone was shocked by Rong Si’s words .
If these words had come out of anyone else’s mouth, such as Peng Zige’s, for example, it would have been viewed as a joke, or as an arrogant remark .
In the hearts of the teachers and classmates, however, Rong Si seemed to exist as the ideal benchmark .
He was so perfect that he had no flaws .
He was “that other family’s son” whom every parent referenced a thousand times – excellent grades, excellent manners and an unpretentious personality .
He was so perfect that there weren’t any distinguishing features about him .
Just as Li Erqin had said in the past, Rong Si was naturally emotionally deficient, and this gave the impression that he had a rather invisible presence .
It was as if the essence of what makes humans human was not there, and when you factored in his natural reticence, the little humanity he did exhibit faded even further .
But just now, his tone was airy and light as he uttered that one simple statement .
Li Erqin felt slightly baffled, and her mouth parted slightly; she did not know what to say .
“It’s just as well that you’re so busy,” Rong Si continued . “You don’t have the time to concern yourself with these matters anyway . ”
Li Erqin was even more confused .
Am I that busy?
“You have to take care of Broadcasting Club matters and rehearse with me for the Spring Festival . At the same time, midterms are looming ahead, and you can’t let your Physics grade drop . ”
She really was a little busy…
Rong Si had just about finished what he had to say and concluded, “Let them foolishly go about their own business . ”
“All right . ”
Just then, the bell for evening remedial classes rang . All of the students returned to their own seats, one after another, as they began to do their homework .
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Li Erqin held her pen as she began to write and take notes on some *scratch paper . Her heart, however, could not calm down . She had never had someone force a label upon her that did not belong to her in the first place, and she was not even given any opportunities to explain herself .
*[T/N: rough paper for those across the pond:-) ]
She tried hard to examine the subject topics in front of her and finish the questions, but she could not process any of the words . An unfamiliar moodiness *charged violently inside her body . She tried to take a few deep breaths in an attempt to calm herself down .
*(T/N : 横冲直撞 hengchongzhizhuang – an idiom to describe the sense of pushing and shoving, bashing and colliding head on)
She failed .
In the quiet remedial class, a cool female voice suddenly emerged . “Teacher . ”
The teacher-on-duty raised his head in surprise . “What’s the matter?”
“I’m not feeling well and would like to return to the hostel to rest . ”
The teacher-on-duty put down his pen . “Where are you feeling unwell? Do you want to go to the hospital?”
Li Erqin shook her head . “It’s my heart that feels unwell . ”
Teacher-on-duty: “…”
“Teacher . ” Another voice joined in, clear and fresh and pleasant to the ear . “Something happened with Li Erqin . May I go speak with her?”
The teacher-on-duty was a bit confused, but because of his confidence and trust in Rong Si, he agreed . “Go on then . Don’t disturb the others who are studying . ”
“Thank you teacher . ”
When Rong Si left his seat, he glanced at Li Erqin . Li Erqin lowered her head and slowly followed . With one in front and one behind, they walked to the broadcasting studio without any communication between them whatsoever .
When she passed the Testing floor, Li Erqin subconsciously lifted her head to look . The classroom where she was supposed to have had her meeting with Ruan Mingxian was well lit . She could not help but try to guess what was happening inside and what they might be discussing .
Her heart became increasingly downcast .
Then, her lowered head suddenly bumped into something .
She rubbed the sore spot as she looked up, and her heart simultaneously cursed . [Why do I always bump into Rong Si? And what’s with his physique? Why is it so firm, without even an ounce of fat??]
“You…” Rong Si wanted to say more but then hesitated* . “You should concentrate on where you’re walking . ”
*(T/N:欲言又止 yuyanyouzhi – to want to say something but then hesitate)
Li Erqin was rendered speechless .
Rong Si looked at her expression and sighed, “Follow me . ”
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She suspiciously followed, realizing that Rong Si was not walking towards the broadcasting studio .
“Where are we going?” she asked .
“The rooftop . ”
“We’re going to the rooftop now?” she asked incredulously .
If they were to go to the rooftop now… wouldn’t they freeze to death?
“Yep, are you afraid of the cold?”
Li Erqin shook her head .
Rong Si laughed and did not expose her (lie) .
Sure enough, the rooftop was extremely cold . The wind screamed as it raged past . Li Erqin did not understand why the wind on the top of the building was so strong . She was practically about to be blown away .
Furthermore, it was really very cold .
When Rong Si turned and saw Li Erqin shaking behind him, he was unable to restrain a smile . He took her around a corner and walked to a nook that had shelter from the wind .
Li Erqin caught her breath . Finally, it wasn’t that cold .
She sat down a few steps away from Rong Si .
Rong Si glanced at her and said, “Come over here . ”
(minodayz: oooooo RS…do come closer indeed!!)
“……” (Li Erqin)
“Are you not cold?”
“I’m cold . ” She finally honestly admitted it . Her body couldn’t help but get closer to him as she tightly looped her arm through Rong Si’s .
“Why did you choose to come here?” she asked .
(Minodayz: so we can be together and you’ll have to lean on me… . whaddaya think LEQ!!! >6<)
“So you can snivel* conveniently . ” (*snivel is usually used humorously)
Li Erqin was startled .
“Anyone can pass by the broadcasting studio, but no one will come here . ” Rong Si observed their surroundings . The wind was slipping in from all around . It sure was cold!
He continued, “So if there’s anything you want to let out, you don’t have to worry . Just vent and let it all out . ”
“But …” Li Erqin’s lower jaw kept shaking uncontrollably . “I’m a little cold… I can’t really speak properly . ”
Rong Si did not know whether to laugh or cry .
“How about we change locations?”
Li Erqin shook her head . “It’s alright . This place is actually quite nice . ”
Once again silence prevailed .
Li Erqin was aware that Rong Si was waiting for her to speak .
Minodayz : RS – I am soooooo glad you’ve step up to your role! Love the kick under the table! PZG – you just so NOT clued in! But quick to react too! SZ – darling, you’re a true friend! I love it when the foursome get together, but I love it more when RS and LEQ get time together . They ooze cuteness!!! I was almost thinking RS wanted the cold rooftop for LEQ to snuggle closer ;P
They have such a way with each other! – I’m melting… . . (do give me more!!!)
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