Reborn in 2005, starting with repairing mobile phones

The car turned onto the road where the main gate of Shenzhen University is located and slowed down.

Outside the window, several square stone pillars stand by the roadside, each bearing the Shenzhen University emblem.

A long queue had already formed at the entrance, with cars dropping off new students one after another, and parents carrying luggage walking inside.

Some people carried woven bags, some dragged suitcases, and some carried large and small bags, all with the same expression on their faces: freshness, excitement, and a little bit of bewilderment.

Lin Dong leaned against the car window, looking at the people outside.

A boy took the luggage from his father and walked into the school gate without looking back.

His mother chased after him, shouting that he should remember to call, but the boy waved his hand without even turning his head.

A girl was squatting by the roadside crying, and her mother was squatting next to her, patting her back. Her father stood beside her, at a loss, carrying two large bags.

There was another family—grandfather, grandmother, father, mother, and older sister—five people surrounding a boy, each giving him instructions. The boy kept his head down, his face flushed.

Lin Dong watched, and the corner of his mouth twitched.

This is what university life looks like when it starts.

He had lived two lives, and this was the first time he had ever seen anything like it.

Zheng Hao parked the car on the side of the road and glanced back at the back seat.

"Brother Dong, shall I take you inside in a bit?"

Lin Dong shook his head.

"No need. I'll go myself."

He didn't want to be too high-profile about his university life.

A Mercedes drove into the campus, the security guard saluted, and a crowd gathered to watch... That wasn't the university life he wanted to experience.

He wanted to be like any other student, carrying his own luggage, finding his own way, and registering on his own. It was his first time going to university, and he wanted to experience it properly.

Zheng Hao nodded.

"Okay. I'll head back to the company then. Call me if you need anything, and I'll come over anytime."

Lin Dong opened the car door and picked up the small suitcase. He then turned around and picked up a bulging duffel bag from the back seat.

Inside are the four-piece bedding set that Mom packed herself last night.

"it is good."

He closed the car door and walked towards the school gate.

Behind him, Zheng Hao watched his retreating figure without starting the car. Only after Lin Dong merged into the crowd did he start the car and slowly drive away.

People come and go at the school gate.

The sun was so bright it made your eyes blurry, and the air was filled with the smells of sweat, the rubbery smell of luggage, and the aroma of jianbing guozi (Chinese crepes) wafting from roadside food stalls.

Parents brought their children to school carrying large bags and small packages, while the new students looked around blankly.

Volunteers in red vests weaved through the crowd, holding up signs for various colleges and shouting, "Computer Science is over here! Foreign Languages ​​College, follow me!"

Lin Dong carried his suitcase and duffel bag and walked in with the flow of people.

The square was filled with people and tents.

Red, blue, and white tents stood side by side, with long queues in front of each tent.

The tents bear signs: School of Computer Science and Software Engineering, School of Foreign Languages, School of Teacher Education, School of Economics, School of Law, School of Management, School of Humanities...

Lin Dong looked at them one by one.

No, it's not a computer.

Foreign languages, no.

No, it's not a teacher's college.

The economy, no.

No, it's not law.

Management, no.

Literature, no.

He stood still and looked around again.

still none.

What about the School of Electronic and Information Engineering?

He looked again. From left to right, from near to far. Nothing. Just nothing.

A boy next to him dragged his suitcase and ran over, asking as he ran, "Where is the School of Electronic Engineering?", but no one paid him any attention.

Another girl stood by the roadside, holding her phone and making a call, her voice trembling with tears, "Mom, I can't find the registration office."

Lin Dong withdrew his gaze.

Never mind, I'll go ask at the front desk first.

In the center of the square, a larger tent was set up.

The tent was red with the words "New Student Reception Center" written on it in large characters. There were far fewer people in line than at the college, only about a dozen.

Several volunteers stood at the front of the stage, some distributing materials, some giving directions, and some answering questions from new students. They were all wearing the same white T-shirts and red volunteer hats, and they were so busy that their feet barely touched the ground.

Lin Dong walked over and joined the end of the line.

Ahead was a mother and daughter. The mother held her daughter's hand, repeatedly reminding her, "Call me when you get to your dorm," "Remember to eat on time," and "Tell me if you need anything." The daughter had her head down, her eyes red.

Ahead of him was a boy, who came alone, carrying a huge hiking backpack and a woven bag in his hand. He put his things down on the ground, and as if all his strength had been drained, he leaned against the platform, panting.

Lin Dong looked at them.

This is university campus life—colorful and diverse.

He suddenly felt a sense of anticipation.

The people before him finished collecting their items and left; it was his turn.

He had just stepped onto the stage and hadn't even had a chance to speak when a voice came from the side.

"Lin Dong?"

He turned his head.

Chen Lu stood a few meters away, holding a stack of forms in her hand.

Sunlight streamed down from above, casting a soft golden glow on her. She wore a white volunteer T-shirt and a red volunteer hat, her ponytail swaying gently from behind the brim.

It was different from the time we met in the car.

That time, she was wearing a simple white T-shirt and jeans, sitting by the window with a backpack, not wanting to say a word. She was tense, like a frightened little animal.

Now she stands here, holding the form in her hand, her face showing surprise, and a little... delight?

Lin Dong was stunned for a moment.

Chen Lu looked at him, blinked, and then smiled.

The smile slowly spread from the corners of her mouth, all the way to her eyes. Her eyebrows and eyes curved like the moon.

"It really is you! I thought I had mistaken you for someone else."

She walked over quickly, looked him up and down, and her gaze lingered on the suitcase and duffel bag he was carrying.

"Are you here to register at Shenzhen University?"

Lin Dong nodded.

"Um."

Chen Lu's eyes lit up immediately.

"That's great!"

She paused, then added.

"When I saw you studying in the car, I knew you must be a good student."

Lin Dong touched his forehead.

Yes, I had just been reborn and had forgotten a lot of what I knew. I really couldn't pass the exam if I didn't review.

"Luckily I studied on the bus, otherwise I really wouldn't have passed the exam."

Chen Lu paused for a moment, then smiled. Her smile held a mixture of surprise and happiness.

"Then you should thank that train."

Lin Dong's lips twitched.

"Yes, thank you."

Chen Lu looked at him, her gaze lingering on his face for a moment.

Just like that time in the car, he still didn't say much.

But it looks... different now.

When he helped her out of that predicament, she only thought he was amazing, calm, and fearless. Now, looking at him again, it's still the same face, the same expression, but it seems…

She couldn't say it.

Lin Dong felt a little uncomfortable under her gaze.

"What's wrong?"

Chen Lu came to her senses, her face flushing slightly.

"It's nothing."

She paused, then spoke again.

"By the way, what's your department? Have you registered yet?"

Lin Dong shook his head.

"Electronic Information Engineering. I haven't applied yet; I've been looking for it for ages and still can't find it."

Chen Lu blinked.

"The School of Electronic Engineering is over there."

She pointed to the other side of the square.

Lin Dong looked in the direction she pointed. There was indeed a row of tents there, but they were far away and blocked by other tents.

"I didn't see it just now."

Chen Lu smiled.

"It's alright, I'll take you there."

She turned around and went back to the front of the stage, where she spoke a few words to the boy with glasses next to her.

The boy glanced at Lin Dong, nodded, and said, "Okay, okay, go ahead."

Chen Lu walked back quickly.

"Let's go."

Lin Dong picked up his suitcase and bag and followed her outside.

After taking a few steps, Lin Dong's gaze fell on her.

She walked half a step ahead of him, her ponytail swaying behind her head, occasionally brushing against his back. There were a few sweat stains on the back of her white T-shirt, but they were not obvious.

She turned her head.

"What's wrong?"

Lin Dong withdrew his gaze.

"It's nothing."

Chen Lu glanced at him, but didn't ask any more questions, and continued walking forward. What was he looking at just now?

She didn't ask, but her heart skipped a beat.

Lin Dong followed behind.

She seemed much more cheerful than she had been in the car that time.

Back then, she didn't want to say a word, just sat by the window with her backpack. Now she laughs, jokes, and initiates conversation.

Is it because you've arrived at school?

Or is it because...

Chen Lu's lips curled into a smile. She was so arrogant in the car before, helping me and then leaving without even giving me a chance to repay the favor. Now look what's happened, she's fallen into my hands.

She suddenly spoke.

"Lin Dong, shouldn't I call you junior now?"

Lin Dong was taken aback.

Is this person flirting with me?

Outrageous.

He raised an eyebrow, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"Yes. Shall we hear you say it?"

Chen Lu was taken aback. Had they turned the tables on me?

Her face flushed slightly, but she quickly raised her chin again.

"Okay, junior. Shouldn't you call me 'senior' first?"

They're quite good at responding.

But before he could even speak...

Chen Lu waited for two seconds, and when he didn't call out, she felt a little disappointed, but then she thought she was overthinking it.

She smiled.

"Just kidding. Just call me by my name."

She paused, then looked at the tent next to her.

"By the way, you said you were studying in the car...were you already preparing for the Shenzhen University entrance exam then?"

Lin Dong nodded.

"Um."

Chen Lu glanced at him.

"You're amazing. You could still read a book in such a noisy car."

Lin Dong didn't say anything.

It's not that I'm good at it, it's that I have no choice. I won't pass the exam if I don't study.

Chen Lu paused, then added.

"Then you'll be in the School of Electronic Engineering from now on, which is quite close to our Teachers' College. We can eat together in the cafeteria after class."

After saying that, she paused for a moment, then turned her face away, pretending to look at the tent next to her.

Oh dear, Chen Lu, what are you saying...? What do you mean "quite close"? What do you mean "eating together"?... Oh no, what will he think of me? Will he think I'm a bad girl...?

Her ears turned red instantly.

Lin Dong looked at her profile and his lips twitched.

"OK."

The two walked to the tent of the School of Electronic Engineering.

Inside the tent, a boy wearing glasses was bending down to organize materials.

He was wearing a slightly wrinkled plaid shirt, and his hair was messy; he looked like the kind of person who stayed up all night playing games.

He looked up when he heard footsteps.

His gaze fell on Chen Lu, and he paused for a moment.

Senior Chen Lu? The most beautiful girl in the Psychology Department? What's she doing in the School of Electronic Engineering?

He blinked and then looked at Lin Dong next to her.

Who is this guy? He's alright looking... a little bit more handsome than me. But why did Senior Chen Lu personally escort him to register?

He recalled that when he registered last year, he was greeted by a 200-pound fat senior student with garlic breath, who made him carry his own luggage.

The chubby senior patted him on the shoulder and said, "Junior, do it yourself."

How can there be such a huge difference between people?

He felt a pang of jealousy and a touch of bitterness.

But she still managed a smile.

"Senior Chen Lu? What brings you here?"

Chen Lu smiled, the corners of her mouth curving slightly.

"My friend, please help him with the registration process."

She pointed at Lin Dong.

"This is Lin Dong, majoring in Electronic Information Engineering."

The senior student glanced at Lin Dong and nodded.

"Did you bring your ID?"

Lin Dong handed over his ID card and admission notice.

The senior student flipped through the notebook, made a few marks on it, and handed him a file folder.

"Here are your materials. Your dorm key and campus card are inside. You can check the military training schedule and class timetable later."

Lin Dong nodded.

"Thanks."

The senior glanced at him again, his gaze carrying a complex meaning.

Junior, you're so lucky. Why wasn't I the one greeted by that pretty senior? I wish I could too, sob sob...

Lin Dong sensed inexplicable hostility.

He glanced at his senior but didn't say anything.

Chen Lu spoke up from the side.

"All done? Let's go then."

Lin Dong nodded and put the materials away.

Chen Lu turned and walked out, with Lin Dong following behind.

Stepping out of the tent, Chen Lu glanced back at him.

"Come on, I'll take you to your dorm."

Lin Dong followed her.

After walking a few steps, he thought for a moment and then spoke.

"Senior."

Chen Lu paused for a moment, then smiled. Her smile held a mixture of surprise and happiness.

"What's wrong, junior?"

Lin Dong glanced at her.

"It seems like you have quite a reputation at this school."

Chen Lu blinked.

"What reputation?"

Lin Dong didn't say anything, he just looked at her.

Chen Lu felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze and turned her face away.

"Oh, you mean that junior student at the registration desk? It's normal that he knows me. I volunteered last year and helped many colleges."

Lin Dong nodded.

Chen Lu spoke again.

Don't overthink it.

She quickened her pace and walked forward, her ponytail swaying behind her head.

Lin Dong watched her retreating figure, and the corner of his mouth twitched.

The two walked to a gray building.

The building is five stories high, with gray exterior walls. It looks a bit old, but very sturdy.

A sign that read "Juhanzhai" hung at the entrance of the building, and it was mostly men coming and going. Some were carrying luggage upstairs, some were smoking at the entrance, and some were waiting for friends downstairs.

Chen Lu stopped in her tracks.

"We're here. This is your dorm room."

She pointed upstairs.

"501, fifth floor. There's no elevator, you'll have to climb it yourself."

She paused.

"I can't go up with you. Men and women shouldn't touch each other."

She smiled and winked, her expression a little playful.

Lin Dong looked at her, and the corners of his mouth twitched.

"OK."

Chen Lu looked at him.

Lin Dong was also looking at her.

The two stared at each other for a few seconds.

Chen Lu turned her face away first.

"Lin Dong".

Chen Lu paused.

"Thank you for earlier..."

Lin Dong was stunned for a moment.

"What are you thanking me for?"

Chen Lu looked up at him.

"That time in the car. If it weren't for you..."

She didn't finish her sentence, but the meaning was clear.

Lin Dong looked at her.

"Want to thank me?"

Chen Lu nodded.

Lin Dong thought for a moment.

"From now on, you'll take care of all my meals in the cafeteria."

Chen Lu was stunned for a moment, then her face turned red.

Is he joking or serious?

She opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but didn't know what to say.

Lin Dong looked at her, and the corners of his mouth twitched.

"Just kidding."

Chen Lu glanced at him, lowered her head, and spoke softly.

"it is good."

Lin Dong was stunned for a moment.

Good? What's good about it?

Chen Lu looked up at him, her face still flushed.

"Okay, you can go up now. I'm going back too."

She turned and walked out.

She took two steps, then turned back to look at him again.

Sunlight fell on him; he stood there, expressionless, yet captivating.

"Let's go up."

Lin Dong nodded.

Chen Lu waved and turned to leave.

This time she didn't turn back.

Lin Dong watched her figure disappear into the crowd, then turned his gaze away, picked up his suitcase and bag, and walked towards the dormitory building.

This university life is quite interesting.