Classmate Li Zhuangsheng doesn’t want to be reborn

"Look at the moon, did it fall over?" Xie Jiangqing was taken aback. "Why?"

"It's because the moon was so beautiful that it captivated me." Li Zhuangsheng said with a sullen expression. "That was two or three months ago, so I think I'm not suited to driving. If I get distracted while driving and hit someone, I'm doomed."

Xie Jiangqing sighed. She had heard Hu Mengdie mention that Li Zhuangsheng didn't like driving, but this was the first time she'd heard the reason. She felt the reason was a bit far-fetched, but she could understand it a little.

"If that's the case, then why did you hire a driving instructor?" Xie Jiangqing said meaningfully, "You don't want to drive."

“I’ve had my driver’s license before, it would be a waste if I didn’t know how to drive… I could drive occasionally in an emergency… cough…” Li Zhuangsheng coughed lightly, “and Hu Mengdie could learn too!”

Xie Jiangqing revealed a strange smile and clapped her hands, saying, "Haha, it really is for Hu Mengdie!"

"Yes...but I didn't mean anything by it! I just think it's a bit of a hassle that she has a car but can't drive it."

Li Zhuangsheng felt a little embarrassed. He could sense the ambiguous misunderstanding in Xie Jiangqing's expression. He wanted to explain, but didn't know how to start.

He really disliked this misunderstanding.

"Did I say you meant anything?" Xie Jiangqing's smile became even more playful.

Li Zhuangsheng scratched his head, feeling a bit annoyed but helpless.

Forget it.

"Alright, what did you want to talk to me about?" Li Zhuangsheng asked with a sigh, even though he could guess what the other person was going to say with his eyes closed.

"It's still about your divorce. Why are you so determined to get a divorce? Actually, let me tell you, Hu Mengdie doesn't really want a divorce. She has quite a few feelings for you now. If you put in a little more effort, you'll definitely be able to win her over!"

Xie Jiangqing grabbed Li Zhuangsheng's arm and shook it, her tone ambiguous, whether it was urging or pleading.

“Uh…” Li Zhuangsheng scratched his face.

He thought Xie Jiangqing was a good person, but Li Zhuangsheng didn't find much credibility in Xie Jiangqing's stories about Hu Mengdie.

She and Hu Mengdie are best friends and also friends of each other, so in this situation, she would definitely advise them to reconcile rather than separate.

Furthermore, what does "put in more effort" mean... does it mean he should pursue Hu Mengdie?
Sister, are you out of touch with reality? Why would I chase after Hu Mengdie? It's not a question of whether or not to chase her, it's a question of whether or not to humiliate myself!

"What's wrong? You believe me, okay!" Xie Jiangqing couldn't help but feel angry when she saw the constipated look on Li Zhuangsheng's face.

Why won't any of them listen to me? Hu Mengdie doesn't believe me, and neither do you!

You two high school kids, can't you listen to an adult's advice?

“It’s not a matter of belief or not…” Li Zhuangsheng scratched his head awkwardly, “but as I just said, our divorce is for Hu Mengdie’s own good.”

But Hu Mengdie doesn't want a divorce!

"That's what she told you?"

"She is..." Xie Jiangqing instinctively wanted to lie, but then thought that Li Zhuangsheng might ask directly, so she changed the subject, "This is what she thinks, I know!"

You lied to me again. Why wouldn't she want a divorce? You mean she wants to be with me?

Stop it! I understand the saying "harmony in the family brings prosperity," but we were never family to begin with. Sister, please forgive me!
"Alright, alright, I know you mean well, but there's a saying, 'Life is precious, love is more precious, but freedom is the most precious of all!'" Li Zhuangsheng said righteously. "I also know that marriage isn't something to be taken lightly, and we can't just throw around the word 'divorce,' but we've never even started." "You two... I'm telling you, you'll definitely regret this!" Xie Jiangqing gritted her teeth, seething with hatred. "Li Zhuangsheng, I think you're just too much of a pushover! Do you think you can just pretend to let go and move Hu Mengdie? This is irresponsible of you—irresponsible to her, to love, and to marriage!"

Li Zhuangsheng was stunned by the scolding. He blinked, unsure of what to say for a moment: "I didn't mean to move her... I've already discussed the divorce with her, and she agreed... I don't understand what else is there to say..."

How am I being irresponsible... No, what responsibility do I have for Hu Mengdie? My responsibility to her is to take the initiative and divorce her now!
"You'll regret this later, I'm telling you!"

Seeing that her attempts to persuade him were futile, Xie Jiangqing poked Li Zhuangsheng's head and left angrily.

I'm not going to get involved in either of your affairs anymore, hmph!

Li Zhuangsheng scratched his head, puzzled.

After a busy weekend, Li Zhuangsheng finally welcomed Monday.

"Oh, right... you seem to be off this Tuesday, right?" Li Zhuangsheng said to Hu Mengdie with a smile as soon as he got up early in the morning.

Hu Mengdie glanced at him, instantly ruining her mood for breakfast.

"Just say what you want to say," Hu Mengdie said coldly.

Actually, she wasn't unaware of what Li Zhuangsheng wanted to say.

“Look, if it’s convenient for you tomorrow, let’s go register first…” Li Zhuangsheng said softly.

"I understand." Hu Mengdie frowned and glanced at Li Zhuangsheng impatiently.

Li Zhuangsheng smiled awkwardly, thinking to himself, "Why are you angry again... It's probably because I urged her, making it seem like I'm disgusted by her."

But I didn't bother her these past two days. I told her after he finished his work. Besides, he's off tomorrow, and if he forgets, we'll have to wait until next week.

"By the way, I checked, and it seems they need photocopies of your ID card and marriage certificate. Do you know where your ID card is? And our marriage certificate should be in the bedroom..."

Upon hearing the words "marriage certificate," Hu Mengdie's heart skipped a beat for some reason.

Hu Mengdie grabbed her bag, took out her ID card, and slammed it on the table: "Go find your marriage certificate yourself inside, I have to go to work soon!"

"Okay, okay... I promise I won't touch your things!"

Hu Mengdie ignored him and stopped eating. She grabbed her bag and went out.

Seeing his aggressive demeanor, Li Zhuangsheng subconsciously said, "Uh, if you don't want to rush to register, then we can wait a bit longer..."

"I'll go tomorrow!" Hu Mengdie closed the door and left.

With a "smack," Li Zhuangsheng lightly slapped himself. What did he mean by "wait a little longer"?
Fortunately, Hu Mengdie didn't want to wait either, otherwise what would have happened if it had dragged on!
After finishing his breakfast, Li Zhuangsheng found Hu Mengke and asked her to help him find their marriage certificate.

Although Hu Mengdie gave him the right to enter the bedroom, it was, after all, a girl's private room, and she felt at ease letting her younger sister go in with her.

Hu Mengke never refused Li Zhuangsheng's requests, and smiled as she walked into the master bedroom with him.

(End of this chapter)