 Chapter 8
The two of them finished dinner quickly, in just five minutes.
Then Bian Rui followed Bai Sinian to the Grade 2 Class 2 classroom, sitting down next to Bai Sinian, luckily his desk mate had not returned from dinner yet.
Bian Rui glanced at what Bai Sinian had written, “Your handwriting is quite nice.”
Bai Sinian felt like he was being praised by an idol, his heartbeat quickened, but his facial expression remained calm, “Thank you.” Your signature is also very nicely written, Bai Sinian thought.
Bian Rui twirled the black pen in his right hand, his eyes focused on the lyrics.
“How about changing the third person to the first person?” Bian Rui then read through the lyrics in the first person, explaining his reasoning.
“The first person has more empathy, when we can empathize with the difficult situation of the bullied, we won’t become the perpetrators in the future.”
Bai Sinian agreed wholeheartedly with his words, “Okay, I’ll change it right away.”
Bian Rui looked through it carefully again, “This part is just stating the facts, at the end we should add a few more sentences, at least a kind of appeal.”
“Mm, I’ll think about it more, I should be able to finish it during night self-study.” Bai Sinian tapped the pen cap against his own forehead, in deep thought.
Bian Rui happened to see this, and the corners of his mouth curved up slightly. Bai Sinian was puzzled, “What?”
From his outward appearance and his series of actions, Bian Rui couldn’t see that Bai Sinian was the kind of academic top student, this contrast made him seem a bit cute.
“The view from here is quite nice.” Bian Rui looked out the window, changing the subject.
Bai Sinian’s seat was in the second to last row by the window, perfect for daydreaming, if he could just spend his days peacefully here, that wouldn’t be bad.
“See you tonight then.” Bian Rui stood up, letting Bai Sinian’s desk mate who had returned from dinner take his seat.
“Okay, bye.”
After discussing with Bian Rui, Bai Sinian’s thoughts became clearer, during night self-study he wrote furiously, quickly completing the full lyrics. For the remaining time, he also finished a set of math practice papers.
Finally, when it was 9:30 pm, he rushed to the old building.
The lock downstairs had already been opened, it seems someone beat him to it, Bai Sinian dashed up to the fifth floor, opened the activity room door, and it was Cui Yeyi again, this kid was really the most enthusiastic about everything.
“Why are you so early? When did you get here?” Bai Sinian tossed his backpack aside and began clearing the table.
“I’ve been here for fucking ages.”
“Huh? Aren’t you in class?”
“I’m… no, I came early to turn on the lights for you guys.”
This kid, was he about to say it was a PE class? Bai Sinian couldn’t be bothered to argue with him, he’ll catch him and make him study to death sooner or later!
Soon, Bian Rui arrived.
Bian Rui’s school uniform was unzipped, a backpack slung over his shoulder, walking in with his head slightly lowered, looking devastatingly handsome. Bai Sinian quickly took out his phone and snapped some photos.
“Let me see the lyrics.” Bian Rui walked straight towards Bai Sinian.
Bai Sinian quickly flipped open his notebook, offering it with both hands. Bian Rui took the notebook and turned to lean against the table, the simple action was so charming.
“That year I also hid in the bathroom
If I didn’t give money, didn’t beg, didn’t run out the back door
Who scattered thumb tacks on my bench
Who threw my backpack next to the trash can
My cup filled with murky water
… “
Holding the notebook, Bian Rui started rapping, Shen Bei and Fan Hongyi who had just arrived, silently gathered around.
After Bian Rui finished singing, everyone couldn’t help but applaud lightly. “You sang it right away? So amazing…”
“Do you know how to keep the beat?”
The other three shook their heads.
Originally they were all half-assed, even if they were given sheet music, they might not be able to read it. Bian Rui shook his head helplessly, he could only demonstrate in person.
From the drums to the bass, to the guitar, there was nothing he couldn’t play, Bai Sinian stood in the audience, his eyes sparkling with pink bubbles.
I’m filming, I’m filming, I’m frantically filming!
The Bian Rui in his school uniform was simply the most handsome high school boy in the world!
Bian Rui was essentially teaching them one by one, fortunately the three of them still had some basic skills, they could basically get started.
“Wanna try?”
“Let’s go!”
Bai Sinian set up his phone, and also took the phones of the others, placing them in different corners to get individual close-ups.
As the music started, everyone immediately got into the groove.
“That year I also hid in the bathroom
If I didn’t give money, didn’t beg, didn’t run out the back doorÂ
Who scattered thumb tacks on my bench
Who threw my backpack next to the trash can
My cup filled with murky water
Books covered in scribbles of who is my sugar daddy
I pretend not to mind but my legs can’t stop trembling
They took me to the back of the school
Said no one would see if it’s there
I don’t dare to cry, I don’t dare to get angry…”
It’s as if these days are on a repeating cycleÂ
Another year of blooms
But she’ll never see the trees again
The young girl is still young but can’t see the path ahead
Justice won’t let the lawless elements take a step back
The demons on earth are like thorns in the flesh
The school is not a place above the law
There is no survival of the fittest
All this pain has been forgotten by people
I don’t want to remain silent and hide anymore
…
Bai Sinian’s eyes were filled with tears, using the most mediocre music equipment, they had released a resounding cry. Though they were the most powerless and vulnerable group, they wanted to declare war on the world for justice.
The song ended, the four of them surprisingly cooperated in perfect harmony.
Yet after finishing, everyone fell into a somber silence, artists always had great empathy.
“Will this even work?” Cui Yeyi broke the silence, putting down his drumsticks.
“It will!” Bai Sinian answered firmly, “I have some more videos, let me edit them and show you. No matter what, as long as someone speaks up, this world still has justice!”
Bian Rui looked deeply at Bai Sinian, he might not have expected Bai Sinian to be more passionate than he imagined.
“However, I need help.” Bai Sinian said.
“Just say it, we’ll definitely help you well!”Â
Bai Sinian started packing his bag, “I plan to climb the wall and go to the internet cafe to edit the video all night while the momentum is still high, but tonight they’ll be checking the dorms…”
“I’ll go in your place! What floor is your dorm on?” Cui Yeyi readily took on the task.
Bai Sinian: “302, but you need to coordinate with my roommate first.”
“No problem, I’m on the 5th floor, I can go replace you first, then go back to my own dorm.”
Bian Rui looked at Bai Sinian, “I’ll go to the internet cafe with you.”
The others looked at Bian Rui in disbelief, but didn’t ask further, Fan Hongyi said, “Then I’ll help you evade the dorm check.”
Shen Bei looked at everyone taking action, feeling a little dejected, “I’m the only one who can’t help with anything.”
Bai Sinian couldn’t help but ruffle the little cutie’s head, “You just stay alert on your phone, if we need anything, just call you.”
“Okay!” Shen Bei quickly smiled.
The other three had an expression that said “Brother, your actions are a bit too intimate”, Bai Sinian gave an awkward laugh, “Alright, let’s get moving!”
Outside it was pitch black, Bai Sinian led Bian Rui to the most secluded school wall, looking at the iron fence over two meters high, with a row of “spears” on top.
“You climb over first, I’ll lift you up.” Bai Sinian thought this way he could protect Bian Rui’s safety from behind.
But Bian Rui didn’t move, in the darkness, Bai Sinian thought he glimpsed a trace of fear in Bian Rui’s eyes.
Right, Bian Rui was afraid of heights!
But this was only a little over two meters, was he still afraid?
Out of love and care for his idol, Bai Sinian proposed, “Then let me go up first? I’ll pull you up afterwards?”
“Okay.” Bian Rui agreed without hesitation.
So Bai Sinian grabbed the iron bars with both hands, pushing off with his feet to climb up, Bian Rui immediately supported his bottom to push him higher.
In that moment, an indescribable feeling made Bai Sinian’s whole body numb.
Those were his idol’s hands!
But the feeling passed in an instant, Bai Sinian seized the opportunity and leapt over the wall, without the slightest hesitation.
Yet Bian Rui’s upraised hands were stiff in midair, he had never touched anyone’s buttocks before.
But at this moment, even through the school uniform pants, the soft, bouncy feel of the buttocks was clearly transmitted to his palms, and an evil desire to squeeze it again secretly arose in his heart.
“Bian Rui! What are you spacing out for? Hurry up and come!” Bai Sinian whispered to him.
Bian Rui snapped out of it, he gripped the iron bars and climbed up, following Bai Sinian’s movements. Bai Sinian pulled him up from above.
Soon, the two of them had successfully scaled the wall, Bai Sinian jumped down first, then called out to Bian Rui, “Bian Rui, hold onto the iron bars, I’ll support your waist, just lean back slightly and I’ll catch you.”
Bian Rui followed Bai Sinian’s instructions, as soon as he let go of the bars, leaning back, Bai Sinian smoothly guided him down to the ground.
Hehe, just touching the idol’s waist counts as an intimate contact.
Really wanting to take a photo of this scene to forever cherish, Bai Sinian was inwardly elated.
“Why do you look so experienced, do you often climb walls?” Bian Rui asked as they walked side by side on the broad road outside the school.
Bai Sinian had done this sort of thing a lot when he was in college, but of course he wouldn’t say that, Bai Sinian rubbed the back of his head, “It’s alright, it’s probably about a ten minute walk to the internet cafe.”
“Mm,” Bian Rui was successfully diverted from the topic, “After all, internet cafes are prohibited near the school.”
The North City #1 High School was built in the suburbs, at this time after ten o’clock, the street was deserted, just two high school boys over 180cm strolling leisurely.
Bian Rui had his hands in his pockets, his aura unique, Bai Sinian walked while playing with the wayward branches by the road, the two of them chatting casually.
Bian Rui: “After the video is edited, what are you planning to do?”
Bai Sinian: “Post it on Weibo, then register a few more social media accounts and spread it.”
Bian Rui: “Aren’t you afraid the school will find out?”
Bai Sinian: “Since we’ve decided to do it, we shouldn’t be afraid.”
Bian Rui: “What if the school wants to expel you?”
This was something Bai Sinian hadn’t considered, Bian Rui smiled, “Don’t worry, at least I’m on your side, if they want to expel you, we’ll both get expelled together.”
Truly my idol! Bai Sinian was touched to the core, who in this world would have their idol willing to get expelled with them!! Only me!!
“Mm, you really have a sense of justice.” Bai Sinian said casually.
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