1990s: Spring Water Family

Chapter 158 King vs. King: A Battle of Two Male Gods

"No need for thanks, just let me go to the basketball court with you to watch the game."

Li Qing smiled broadly, her face clearly showing that she wanted to be a first-person spectator.

"to make."

Wang Fan was bored and wanted to make fun of her. The two hit it off immediately and both revealed cunning smiles like foxes.

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Basketball court.

The boys attending the social gathering were all dressed in neat white shirts, suit pants, and polished leather shoes; they didn't look like they were suited for playing basketball at all.

Wei Ming was no exception; he needed to go back to his dormitory to change clothes before heading to the basketball court.

Gu Bin and Lin Xiyu arrived early. The basketball court was calm and peaceful. The students of East China Normal University, who had not yet heard about the showdown between the two male gods, were sweating profusely on the court as always, enjoying the passion of youth.

"Can you predict the future?"

Seeing Gu Bin's cold, handsome face, seemingly angry with her, Lin Xiyu coughed a couple of times guiltily and tried to make conversation: "Knowing there would be basketball today, you specially wore a sports uniform?"

"I usually dress casually like this."

Gu Bin glanced at her, a half-smile on his face: "Unlike some people who always say that studying is hard and tiring and they don't have time to make phone calls, but they have time to put on makeup and attend social events."

"I'm not wearing makeup."

Lin Xiyu laughed awkwardly, "I just borrowed Li Qing's lipstick and applied a little bit, just a tiny bit. Actually, I'm usually quite casual and don't care about my appearance at all. If I wake up late and don't have time for class, I don't even wash my face."

"You're quite good at making excuses."

Gu Bin laughed in exasperation and pinched her cheek.

"Ouch, that hurts!"

Lin Xiyu kept groaning and crying out, but she managed to act out the whole thing despite feeling only a little pain.

"Does it hurt?"

Gu Bin found it amusing, so he pulled the person into his arms and held him captive between his arms.

"It hurts! Why doesn't it hurt?"

Lin Xiyu tilted her head back and stared at him, pretending to be very self-righteous.

Looking at her proud little expression, Gu Bin suddenly smiled teasingly, lowered his head, and shut her chattering mouth.

Lin Xiyu's breathing stopped abruptly. She was acutely aware of a momentary silence on the basketball court, followed by a cacophony of noise and shrill whistles.

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"what!"

Ten meters away, Li Qing was so shocked that her heart was pounding. Her first reaction was to cover her eyes with her hands, but she couldn't help but peek out through her fingers out of curiosity.

"Cut~~"

Wang Fan seized the opportunity to tease her: "If you want to look, then look. Why pretend to be innocent?"

"You little scoundrel!"

Li Qing exploded, her spoiled princess temper flaring up: "How could you have seen me pretending? Explain yourself clearly, what do you mean by pretending to be innocent?"

"瘪三" is a local Shanghai dialect term, similar to "bad guy".

Wang Fan spent all his time hanging out with a group of Shanghai boys who were preparing to study abroad. He didn't learn anything else, but he did learn this word.

"Hey, you woman, why are you so aggressive? You can't even take a joke, you just start swearing."

"I'm just going to go for it."

Li Qing, though in the wrong, was still arrogant, hands on her hips, with an expression that said, "I'm insulting you, what are you going to do about it?"

"Ah."

Wang Fan laughed in exasperation, then suddenly bent down and made the exact same gesture as Gu Bin.

Li Qing's breathing stopped abruptly, and she froze on the spot.

-

"Wow, are all freshmen this bold these days? Kissing in public, and not just one couple."

"When did the basketball court at East China Normal University become a romantic spot? Everyone's come here to flirt and banter."

“Isn’t this too much?”

"What if we don't exist?"

"That blond guy, he's not from our school, is he? Coming all the way to East China Normal University to pick up girls, he's got some nerve."

"Why should girls from East China Normal University be snatched away by outsiders?"

"This is tolerable, but not tolerable."

"For the safety of the girls in our school, we must find out who that person is."

"I think so too. Let's go ask him where he snuck in from?"

"Is the campus of East China Normal University accessible to just anyone?"

-

Wang Fan touched Li Jing's lips briefly and then pulled away, a sudden action that caused an uproar on the basketball court.

A group of hormone-fueled boys, their stomachs overflowing with resentment, found him utterly displeasing.

"you you you"

Hearing the commotion, Li Qing snapped out of her shock and pointed at Wang Fan, her face flushed.

"You what?"

Wang Fan was used to this kind of scene and didn't take the provocation from the East China Normal University male student to heart at all.

"you"

Li Qing was both angry and annoyed: "How dare you kiss me?"

"I admit it, I kissed him."

Wang Fan grinned and mimicked her earlier "I'm insulting you, what can you do about it?" expression, returning it to her exactly as it was.

"Scoundrel!"

No matter how spoiled Li Qing is, she's still an innocent and naive girl who hasn't been tempered by love. She has no chance against a seasoned playboy like Wang Fan.

Stop pointing.

Wang Fan brushed away the hand that was almost poking his nose and turned the tables on her: "If you don't want people to gossip and say that we're having an affair, why don't you just be open about it and admit it?"

"Admit what?"

Li Qing was so surprised that her voice trembled.

"Admit that you're my girlfriend."

Wang Fan appeared to be thinking of her, but in reality, he was just making fun of her: "As long as it's a normal interaction, they have no reason to meddle anymore."

"To hand over, to go?"

Li Qing's tongue was tied, and she was so shocked that she could hardly speak.

"You don't want people to gossip about you, do you?"

Wang Fan continued to urge, "If you have bad rumors circulating right after enrolling, it will be difficult for you to improve in the future. I want to study abroad and don't care about these empty reputations. You students of East China Normal University..."

Li Qing's back stiffened; she had indeed taken his words to heart.

-

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

"He's my boyfriend. What's wrong with him dyeing his hair blonde? Who said you can't dye your hair blonde if you're studying abroad?"

"Which school rule explicitly forbids dating?"

"It's none of your business if we're just having a normal relationship."

A moment later, faced with the criticism, Miss Li's temper completely erupted, and she unleashed her full power, leaving all the boys speechless.

-

"hehe."

Wang Fan couldn't help but laugh when he saw her hands on her slender waist and her unusually fierce appearance.

"dare you laugh?!"

Li Qing found it grating and turned around to glare at him with displeasure.

"The girls at East China Normal University are awesome!"

Wang Fan stopped laughing and solemnly gave a thumbs-up to express his admiration: "You stunned everyone as soon as you opened your mouth. You're definitely got the makings of an official. You'll be the next student council president."

"Humph."

Li Qing snorted through her nose, still annoyed: "It's all your fault, you made me embarrass myself in public too."

"Make a fool of yourself?"

Wang Fan smiled slyly, then leaned down and pressed his face close to hers: "Why do I feel like you're really enjoying this? You didn't resist at all when I kissed you just now?"

"Me me me"

Li Jing looked at his handsome face, which was almost touching her nose and magnified, and her heart pounded wildly. She then stammered dramatically.

"Admit it." A hint of mockery flashed in Wang Fan's eyes. "You're actually quite happy to have a boyfriend as handsome and rich as me, aren't you? Otherwise, you wouldn't have pushed me away immediately when I kissed you without any resistance."

"I'll just pretend I was bitten by a dog."

Li Qing was enraged and embarrassed.

"hehe."

Instead of getting angry, Wang Fan laughed: "I've heard that sentence countless times. Every girl who likes me says it at first. But as for later, it's a different story. They wish I could hold them in my arms every day and kiss them passionately."

"You have many girlfriends?"

Li Qing's breath hitched. For some reason, upon hearing those words, a sour and astringent feeling welled up inside her, making her feel very uncomfortable.

"How could a handsome and rich man like me only have one girlfriend?"

Wang Fan smiled gently and affectionately, but his gaze was extremely cold: "As long as you behave well, I will pamper you just like I pamper them."

"As expected, men with money tend to go bad."

Li Qing glared at him resentfully.

"Men are not bad, but women don't love them."

Wang Fan deliberately blew air into her ear, his teasing smile deepening.

"You're really shameless?"

Li Qing wanted to push him away, but her arms were too weak to move.

"I admit it, I'm just that bad."

Wang Fan continued cunningly, deliberately provoking her: "How about it? Miss Li, do you dare to take a gamble and try dating me? Let's see if you can conquer me, or if I can make you fall for me?"

"Okay!"

Li Qing's competitive spirit was indeed aroused by him, and she revealed a determined look: "Let's bet. Let's make this clear from the start: you are not allowed to have any other women while you are dating me."

"As ordered!"

Wang Fan made a receiving gesture and said jokingly, "My girlfriend."

"Humph"

Li Jia gave a haughty snort: "You're calling me that already? My test period with you isn't over yet."

"I am ready to be tested by you at any time."

Wang Fan is used to joking around with girls and is very good at coaxing them.

"Grumpy."

Li Qing gave him a seemingly disdainful look, but the corners of her lips couldn't help but turn up slightly.

-

"It's all your fault for doing this in public."

Not far away by the basketball court, Lin Xiyu noticed Li Qing's strange expression and said worriedly, "This is bad. Li Qing has been entangled with Wang Fan. She's going to be in big trouble from now on."

"How can this be my fault?"

Gu Bin protested his innocence: "She went there herself. If she hadn't wanted to watch the show, she wouldn't have given Wang Fan the chance to make a bet with him. Besides, it's not certain who will be clinging to whom in the future. As far as I know Wang Fan, even with the bet, his affection for her won't last more than a month. Once the novelty wears off, he'll get bored and gradually become indifferent."

"No, I need to talk to Li Qing about this."

Lin Xiyu couldn't bear it: "We can't let her take it too seriously and get herself involved."

Don't go there.

Gu Bin grabbed her: "Even if you tell her now, she won't believe you. A young lady like her who has never experienced setbacks will have a blind sense of superiority, thinking that she is unique and will not give up until she hits a wall."

She is my classmate.

Lin Xiyu used a clever trick to break free from his hand: "I can't ignore her. Even if she misunderstands me, I'll accept it."

"Hey, hey."

Gu Bin couldn't stop her this time and watched helplessly as she ran over and pulled Wang Fan aside in front of him.

As expected, Li Jing was very arrogant and did not think she would lose. Instead, she thought Li Jing was being nosy and became very impatient.

Lin Xiyu's attempts to persuade him failed, and she could only give up in disappointment.

-

Wei Ming and the others arrived a little late and missed the spectacular scene of Miss Li's outburst.

Gu Bin stretched his muscles and dribbled the basketball, preparing to go on the court.

"Is your buddy any good?"

Li Qing and Wang Fan arrived at the edge of the court and stood next to Lin Xiyu, occupying the best position: "Wei Ming is taller than him, and his muscles look more solid. With so many people supporting him, he must play well."

"Cut~~"

Wang Fan had great confidence in Gu Bin and scoffed dismissively: "In this kind of two-person competition, it's not about size; no matter how strong your muscles are, it's useless."

"What else is there to compare if not height?"

Li Qing thought he said that on purpose to boost his friend's reputation.

"Intelligence level".

Wang Fan made a startling statement: "You've never seen anyone play basketball with their brain. Before the game even starts, they've already calculated every single step. The exact landing point of the basketball is precise down to the millimeter."

"You're just bragging?"

Li Qing didn't believe it: "I've never heard of basketball being played with your head? That's ridiculous."

"Don't believe me? See for yourself."

Wang Fan didn't want to say much, so he casually raised his arm and draped it over her shoulder.

"You really know how to enjoy yourself?"

Li Qing couldn't help but laugh in exasperation when she saw that she was being treated with such airs.

"good."

Wang Fan coaxed with a smile, "Stand still and don't move."

Li Qing's ears turned red, and she lost her temper.

-

As it turns out, Wang Fan was right; there really are people who use their brains when playing ball.

To demonstrate his magnanimity, Wei Ming let Gu Bin attack first for the first ten balls.

Gu Bin didn't hold back. He immediately faked a move, then quickly retreated and hit a fadeaway jump shot, making the three-pointer.

"Wow."

A gasp rippled through the basketball court. Those who had previously looked down on him and held him in contempt instantly became serious, and even Wei Ming's emotions fluctuated.

"They really made it in?"

Li Qing's eyes widened in surprise and delight: "A three-pointer! Your buddy's got some skills!"

"That's nothing, keep watching, there's more to come."

Wang Fan raised his eyebrows smugly and gave Wei Ming's supporters a provocative look.

"It's just one ball, what's there to be so proud of?"

As expected, it caused quite a stir.

"Your ability to stir up hatred is truly exceptional."

Li Qing looked speechless: "Aren't you afraid of angering them and having them gang up on you?"

"You think I'm afraid of them?"

Wang Fan scoffed, "You underestimate your boyfriend. I'm not easily intimidated."

"Are you good at fighting?"

Li Qing felt inexplicably excited as he boasted.

Remove the last word.

Wang Fan frowned in dissatisfaction, striking a cool and arrogant pose.

"Then it's true."

Li Qing's eyes were shining, clearly showing that she had watched too many Hong Kong movies and had a blind worship of martial arts stars.

"I'll show you my skills sometime."

Wang Fan enjoyed her adoration and whistled triumphantly towards the crowd.

-

Inside the basketball court, the so-called two-on-two matchup was becoming increasingly one-sided.

Gu Bin didn't miss a single point and hit consecutive three-pointers.

Wei Ming's mentality was starting to crumble. The more eager he was to win back a point, the more mistakes he made.

On the final play, Gu Bin seized the opportunity to shake off his opponent, attacked the basket, jumped up with all his might, and dunked the ball into the hoop.

Ten to zero!
Their outstanding record speaks for itself.

The basketball court was silent, and all the students who loved basketball looked at him differently.

From contempt to worship, it can happen in an instant.