Rebirth after the college entrance examination

Chapter 259 Retirement

At 9 p.m., when Xia An and his roommates walked into the nightclub with high spirits, the large lens hanging around his neck reflected the glittering disco ball, making him particularly eye-catching.

Xia An had to go through a lot of trouble explaining to the security guards to get the camera in.

He told Qi Buyang and the others to find seats, while he walked to the edge of the stage, clicked three times, and the assignment was complete.

It's the same as when you were a kid and told your parents you were going to a classmate's house to do your homework; it's just an excuse to go out and have fun.

The manager recognized Xia An, as did many others. The manager brought Xia An two fruit platters, and Xia An topped up her wine card with 10,000 yuan.

Qi Buyang was having a blast, Lu Yao was having a blast, and Lu Fei was feeling awkward.

Watching others shake their heads and sway their bodies to the loud noise, Lu Fei could only drink more and more.

Xia An drank with him.

Amidst the loud music, Xia An and Lu Fei whispered to each other.

At this point, even whispers have to be shouted.

Xia An asked Lu Fei what his plans were after graduation.

As a freshman, this topic may seem far away, but it's actually very close at hand.

At least Lu Fei had seriously considered this issue before deciding to be with Li Xiaoru.

Lu Fei said he wanted to stay in Binhai after graduation and find a better job, but he planned to save some money during his remaining three years in school to cover the cost of renting a house and living in Binhai.

When Xia An expressed his thoughts to Lu Fei for the first time, he said, "I'll help you."

Lu Fei smiled gratefully: "I know you will help me, and I will also try my best."

Raise a glass, and everything is understood without words.

The manager came over to offer a toast, and Xia An gave him face by taking a sip. The manager then downed a glass of foreign liquor and offered a toast to Xia An's three classmates.

The bar manager, who has been in the workforce for many years, understands this principle well: the deepest friendships in the world, in order of importance, are as follows: childhood friends, comrades-in-arms, classmates, colleagues, and friends.

Xia An's classmates have a bright future ahead of them.

The manager carried his own bottle of alcohol and didn't use the "real liquor" on Xia An's table.

He kept the phone numbers of Qi Buyang and the other two in turn, but did not ask Xia An for them.

The manager left, and told the bartender to be more observant: as soon as the fruit platters and snacks on this table are finished, replenish them immediately without asking permission.

Xia An stayed here until 3 a.m., during which countless young ladies came to his booth to greet him and Xia An accompanies each one.

Before leaving, he went to the dance floor and danced wildly, and most of the alcohol was released through his sweat.

None of the four were drunk, but none of them were completely sober either.

Sitting on the curb, Qi Buyang said, "It feels good, but it's not very interesting."

Lu Yao said, "They're all wearing heavy makeup; I'm never coming here again."

Lu Fei asked, "It's so late, where are we going to sleep?"

Xia An waved his hand and led them to the InterContinental Hotel, where they booked a business suite.

Standing by the large floor-to-ceiling window, Qi Buyang said, "Looking at this city from this vantage point, I see what it looks like. That dark area over there is the sea."

Lu Yao said, "Let me see if I can see our school."

Lu Fei asked, "How much does it cost to stay here for one night?"

As dawn broke outside the window, Xia An fell asleep on the sofa.

Qi Buyang and Lu Yao slept on the big bed, while Lu Fei simply made a makeshift bed on the floor.

Xia An woke up at 7:30, while everyone else was still fast asleep, but Xia An couldn't fall asleep at all.

Even after venting all night, my mind is still a mess.

He was very distressed because he couldn't immerse himself in the feeling of reading.

This feeling suddenly swept over him ever since the day he and Tang Wan bought the house.

Emptiness, anxiety, boredom.

Xia An tiptoed out of the room without waking anyone. The dining room was filled with chanting that sounded like meditation music. He picked out a few dishes from his plate.

I had just sat down when I saw an acquaintance walk in.

Zhou Yitong.

He was wearing a bank suit and trousers, a white shirt, no jacket, and no makeup, but he looked deeply tired.

Xia An was about to raise her hand to greet him when she saw a pot-bellied, bald man walk in with her.

Xia An put her hands down and silently ate her food.

He found it strange. This girl... shouldn't have such good qualities that she should be taking this path, right?
Or rather, if they wanted to leave, they would have left long ago.

Tap tap tap, Zhou Yitong walked over and stood in front of the dining table.

Xia An looked up and saw Zhou Yitong smiling: "Is it really you? I thought it looked like you."

Xia An subconsciously glanced behind her; the bald man was getting food.

Zhou Yitong keenly noticed his gaze, her eyes darting around as she guessed what he was thinking. She immediately smiled and said, "What are you thinking about? My dad is..."

Xia An: "..."

Zhou Yitong sat opposite him, not knowing why she had to be so insistent on explaining.

"My parents are coming from their hometown. They're looking for a place for me these next few days. My current rental is too small, so I'll stay here with them for a few nights. Are you satisfied?"

"Hmm." Xia An: "..."

Zhou Yitong chuckled, then tried her best to suppress the wild thoughts in her heart. She took a deep breath, stood up, and said, "Alright, I won't disturb your meal anymore. See you later."

"See you later." Xia An waved.

After walking a few steps, Zhou Yitong bit her lip. She had wanted to chat about work or make a few more jokes, but she gave up.

Just like how she gave up participating in that competition a few days ago, it doesn't matter whether she sings well or not. As long as she steps onto the stage, she has a reason to contact Xia An.

But when my parents were urging me to get married last night, one of their points was right: a woman doesn't necessarily need to find a man with great abilities in this life. As long as he is ambitious, willing to support the family, and treats you well from the bottom of his heart, that's enough.

Clearly, Xia An absolutely meets this condition.

The only thing she couldn't tell was how long it would last.

She was too old, she wasn't Tang Wan, and she couldn't keep a man like that.

In Zhou Yitong's current understanding, fate is no longer the brave definition of "unstoppable fate" that she had when she was a child. Fate has become like a dandelion, which takes root wherever it lands, and she has no choice in which it lands.

Fifteen minutes later, she saw Xia An nod to her and leave.

She softly hummed the song she had originally planned to use in the competition.

—Deceiving you is my protective shield
— Willing to be a loser in love

True love cannot simply disappear.
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"What? They're not singing 'Protective Color' anymore? Why?"

Xia An, who was driving to school, received a call from Su Yi.

Su decided not to participate in the second round of the competition.

“I will graduate in June and join your company.”

"..." Xia An was stunned for a moment: "Okay then. No regrets?"

"Do you think I went on stage to become a star?"

"That's true, anyway, you got what you wanted."

"Pah, shameless." Su Yi hung up the phone shyly.

Xia An felt very happy.

Holding the steering wheel, he thought it was a good idea. Su Yi was too popular. Withdrawing from the competition now would be a hot topic, but if she withdrew at the national competition, it would be a point of contention.

After carefully considering what Su Da Meiren had just said, he truly felt that she was an extremely brave girl in love.

I am fortunate to have it.

(End of this chapter)