Translator: Dragon Boat Translation
Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Han Qingqing looked at He Tianfeng with surprise and immediately revealed a slight smile on her face.
“Oh, He… classmate, right? You guys are also eating here.”
There was a slight pause in between when she was addressing him as she tried to remember his name, but she obviously couldn’t remember his name. So, she referred to him as ‘classmate’ instead.
He Tianfeng was not disappointed, but instead, he was a little surprised. After all, there were more than forty people in the class who had introduced themselves. She could remember his surname, which meant she had paid attention to him, right?
“Yes, my name is He Tianfeng, the organizing committee of the class. These three are my roommates. We sincerely invite the two of you to have lunch with us.”
Han Qingqing and the girl next to her looked at each other with slight hesitation. Han Qingqing blinked and was about to speak when He Tianfeng enthusiastically spoke again, “You are the academic committee, so we’ll have to rely on you in the future for our studies. We’re all classmates; it’s normal for us to have a meal together. Please don’t refuse.”
Han Qingqing couldn’t even reject him after hearing He Tianfeng say this. She turned around and nodded at the rest of them, “Okay, then let’s split the bill.”
He Tianfeng smiled and said, “We can split the bill next time. As for today, our dorm boss is treating us. We’re just taking advantage of it and having a meal for free. It’s his honor to have such beautiful girls join us for lunch.”
He Tianfeng diligently motioned for the two girls to sit down as he talked. He Tianfeng is a smart person, so he wouldn’t just concentrate on Han Qingqing and ignore the other girl. He said with a smile, “Hey! If I remember correctly, you are…”
Of course, He Tianfeng could not remember the name of the other classmate, but he used a familiar tone as if he remembered with a thoughtful expression. He had expected the girl to say her name, but she just smiled at He TianFeng without saying anything.
When Qin Yang noticed that He Tianfeng was about to embarrass himself, he put a pair of tableware in front of the girl and smiled, “Classmate Le Yuxin, here you go!”
Le Yuxin widened her eyes and looked at Qin Yang in surprise. “You actually remember my name?”
Qin Yang smiled naturally. “I do. If I’m right, you’re from Neihe, right? And you’re Han Qingqing from Qingdao…”
Le Yuxin nodded in surprise. “You have quite a good memory; I am from Neihe. Han Qingqing and I are roommates.”
Han Qingqing also looked at Qin Yang in surprise. There were many beautiful girls in the class and Le Yuxin was not as outstanding as the others. Dozens of people had taken turns introducing themselves, but Qin Yang had not only remembered each of their names but also where they came from. Either he had paid attention to Le Yuxin, or he had a sharp memory.
He Tianfeng smiled when Qin Yang resolved his embarrassment. “I thought I remembered, but when I tried to say it, my mind went blank. How embarrassing. Fortunately, my boss remembers. Otherwise, I would have been ashamed.”
In fact, with dozens of classmates, it wasn’t really an embarrassing thing if he could not remember the names of his classmates. He Tianfeng had owned up to his shortcoming, which had made him seem generous. Everyone laughed and the atmosphere immediately turned harmonious.
With two more people, it means that they have to add more dishes. It might have been merely a polite invite but they still must act appropriately. Qin Yang took the menu and handed it to the girls, casually telling them the dishes they had already ordered and smiled. “Have a look at the menu and order a few dishes that you guys like.”
He Tianfeng remarked without hesitation, “Just do it, don’t hold back for him.”
Han Qingqing and Le Yuxin whispered and finally added an inexpensive double-cooked pork slices dish before putting down the menu.
“Okay, let’s eat first. If the food isn’t enough, then we can order more.”
Qin Yang smiled as he took back the menu and then informed the waiter to add their orders. The waiter served the second dish, which was also quite large. Qin Yang smiled, then encouraged everyone, “Don’t just look at it, dig in!”
With the girls at the same table, everyone’s eating postures became gentle, especially He Tianfeng’s. Earlier, he had grabbed the food with the fastest speed but now he was being a gentleman. He kept talking to the two girls and even made them smile.
Qin Yang did not change anything and ate just like before. There was a saying that “one can be austere if he has no selfish desires.” Qin Yang was not thinking about leaving an impression for Han Qingqing, so he did not care about her thoughts.
After the meal, everyone felt quite satisfied. Qin Yang paid the bill; it was not expensive—only just over 160 Yuan.
Han Qingqing took out a small, pink wallet. “Let’s split the bill; six people…”
Han Qingqing hadn’t finished speaking yet when Qin Yang interrupted her with a smile, “No, we are all classmates. Don’t worry about it.”
Han Qingqing still insisted but Qin Yang casually said, “It really isn’t a big deal. If you mind, then treat me to a bowl of noodles next time.”
Han Qingqing thought about it and put away her wallet. “Okay, then it’s my treat next time.”
Qin Yang had just said it casually. In society, it was always said this way when people fight over the bill.
This time, it’ll be my turn and the next time yours.
We’ll see when the time comes if there really is a next time.
But, Qin Yang suddenly understood that since the girls were still college students, they were very gullible; and since he said it with a serious face, she had believed it and even answered earnestly.
But Qin Yang was also a free and easy-going person, so he smiled and said, “We are classmates, and we will see each other for the next four years. Don’t worry about it.”
Their group stood up and left the restaurant. Han Qingqing and Le Yuxin walked in front. He Tianfeng quietly trailed behind and slapped Qin Yang’s arm. He whispered, “Come on, boss, you’re playing too much. Now she has a reason to invite you to dinner next time. Didn’t you say that you’re not interested in her?”
Qin Yang lowered his voice and reluctantly replied, “I just said it casually. Don’t you say that all the time when you pay?”
He Tianfeng was more used to these and so he understood what Qin Yang meant. He let out a sigh of relief and gave Qin Yang a thumb’s up. “I’ve realized that you are a guy who likes to play dumb but when the time comes, you would be ruthless and scores directly!”
Qin Yang touched his nose and looked at the clubs next to him that was recruiting. “Don’t say that I didn’t remind you. You should go ask Han Qingqing what club she wants to join and join that club with her. Otherwise, a pretty girl like her will be crazily pursued by many people. When the time comes, you won’t have a chance…”
Suddenly, He Tianfeng became enlightened and thanked Qin Yang. “Brother, boss, thanks for the reminder. What about you? What club are you going to join?”
“Me?”
Qin Yang’s lip curled and said with a calm expression. “I’m not joining any.”