I'm in high school, is my dating system working correctly?

"Let's take a taxi back."

After having enough dessert to last as dinner, the two walked out of the mall. Lu Yu glanced at Zhou Qianyun's heels and made a suggestion.

"Um."

Just as Zhou Qianyun was about to pick up her phone to hail a taxi, she saw Lu Yu walk toward the side of the street and wave.

"I've already called them, they've arrived just in time. I'll take you home first."

"When was it done?"

Zhou Qianyun thought back for a moment and immediately recalled the way Lu Yu looked when he was playing with his phone at the end.

So that's what happened back then...

"Excuse me, but please sit in the back. There's a lot of stuff in the front."

Lu Yu was originally going to sit in the front passenger seat, but the driver had put a big bag in the back, so he had no choice but to squeeze into the back with Zhou Qianyun.

"The traffic is a bit congested at this time."

As we started moving, the driver casually remarked something.

"It's alright, just drive slowly, sir."

In Jiangcheng, drivers don't even use their turn signals when changing lanes, and cutting in line is commonplace. Lu Yu had even ridden in taxis that gave him a strong sense of being pushed back in his seat before, so it was quite an achievement for them to drive steadily.

After Zhou Qianyun got on the bus, she didn't say much. The effects of the coffee wore off, and the good fortune of eating sweets all afternoon came.

I'm dizzy from sugar.

Lu Yu was looking at the scenery outside when he suddenly felt a weight on his shoulder.

Zhou Qianyun leaned on his shoulder, seemingly already asleep.

OK.

After all, I got up early and walked all day, so I should be feeling sleepy by now.

After a while, seemingly feeling uncomfortable leaning against him like that, Zhou Qianyun drowsily wrapped her arms around Lu Yu's right arm and softly pressed herself against him.

If you're going to sleep, just sleep. Why are you doing this?

Lu Yu glanced at Zhou Qianyun's serene profile as she slept soundly. The flickering lights outside the car window cast iridescent light on her long eyelashes, and her lips, touched up with lipstick, exuded a faint strawberry scent, fresh and alluring.

Oh well, it's not like I'll lose a piece of meat.

The driver glanced at the two of them through the rearview mirror, smiled slightly, and slowed down a little.

The car radio also conveniently ended its incessant chatter and switched to music.

The guitar melody began, followed by swaying drumbeats, and then Lu Yu's familiar singing voice rang out.

"The little yellow flower of the story has been floating since the year I was born; the swing of my childhood has been swaying with my memories to this day..."

I must say, the radio station has good taste.

Outside the car window, the night was ablaze with colorful lights.

Zhou Qianyun closed her eyes, her body swaying slightly as the vehicle moved forward and stopped.

Slowly, Lu Yu felt the girl's hand relax and fall to his palm. Then, unconsciously, it slipped between his fingers and gently took his hand, just like when they were children.

The melody of "Sunny Day" remains, and the whole world seems to have been paused, with even each other's breathing clearly audible.

"Once upon a time, there was someone who loved you for a long time, but then, the wind gradually blew the distance between you so far. You were so lucky to have one more day to love me, but in the end, it seems you still said..."

The car behind honked, drowning out the lyrics.

Zhou Qianyun's eyelids twitched, and she was woken up.

She glanced to the side in a daze, and then suddenly realized what she was doing.

Her head was next to Lu Yu's shoulder and chest, her arms were wrapped around his arm, and her left hand even unreasonably grabbed his hand and held it tightly, it was almost like...

Just like a couple!

With her ears ringing, Zhou Qianyun didn't dare to move, only feeling a burning sensation all over her body.

Lu Yu, who was beside him, seemed to still be listening to music and looking out the window, completely unaware that he had woken up.

Well.

Then, I'll sleep a little longer.

Zhou Qianyun took a deep breath, closed her eyes again, and let the melody flow, without letting go of their clasped hands.

"I didn't expect I still had the courage I'd lost. I want to ask again, will you wait or leave...?"

Unaware that Lu Yu, through the reflective car window, had witnessed everything that had just happened, she remained silent.

The ordinary drive seemed to stretch on forever. As they approached Zhou Qianyun's neighborhood, Lu Yu gently shook the girl.

"Pig, wake up."

"......arrive?"

Zhou Qianyun rubbed her sleepy eyes and sat up.

She really did fall asleep again.

I don't know why, but I always feel safe and secure when I'm with Lu Yu.

"We've arrived. If you want to extend the time, there will be an extra charge."

Lu Yu raised his right hand, which she was holding tightly.

"you!"

Zhou Qianyun quickly withdrew her hand, wanting to say something, but ultimately remained silent.

"I'm leaving now, see you tomorrow."

Open the door and get out of the car.

Only after watching her enter the community gate did Lu Yu tell the driver to continue driving.

As soon as Lu Yu got out of the car outside the machine tool factory compound, his phone vibrated.

[Qian]: We should be at the residential area by now, right?

[Lu Yu]: You've been spying on my life, haven't you?

[Qian]: From now on, I'm definitely wearing sneakers when I go out. They hurt so much!

[Lu Yu]: Who will follow you in the future?

Zhou Qianyun snorted when she saw the message, and Lu Yu's second message came quickly.

[Lu Yu]: Let's go somewhere cheaper next time. I think the snack street near the entrance of No. 2 Middle School is pretty good. I'll treat you next time.

She smiled slightly and shook her head gently.

[Qian]: What, have you suddenly felt guilty?

[Lu Yu]: No, I'm beholden to you because I eat your food. I always eat from you, so I feel embarrassed to scold you.

[Shallow]: Get lost!

Zhou Qianyun raised her fist at her phone, the more she looked at Lu Yu's profile picture, the more punchable he seemed.

[Lu Yu]: It's National Day, so no one will definitely invite you out to play.

[Lu Yu]: Come with me to the book market and buy two reference books; we need more to study.

[Qian]: Hehe, who's the one who doesn't have anyone to go out with? I think it's Lu Yu.

[Lu Yu]: Then I'll find someone else.

[Qian]: The 4th, I think. I'm going on a trip with my parents a few days before National Day.

[Lu Yu]: [Hakimi received]

Upon seeing Lu Yu's message indicating that he had received the Hakimi emoji, Zhou Qianyun replied with an emoji in return to show her respect.

She inexplicably recalled the aftermath of that elementary school field trip.

Lu Yu's fever subsided the next day, and after returning to school on Monday, everything was normal, and neither of them mentioned the incident again.

During summer vacation, Lu Yu specifically asked his family for the payment for washing dishes, and invited Zhou Qianyun. The two of them went to that amusement park and played all day.

Writing an essay for summer vacation homework was the most unforgettable day.

What Zhou Qianyun wrote was about that day.

*

September 23rd, Autumn Equinox, Wednesday.

Suitable for: renovation, bathing, and offering sacrifices.

Avoid: getting married, traveling, and setting up a bed.

During the break between classes, Lu Yu, who was lazily doing the exercises, completed his twentieth day of exercise attendance.

Today's training goal has been met.

[Current number of days of consistent training: 20 days]

Long-term self-discipline will gradually strengthen your physique, and healthy habits will benefit you for life. Maintain your current pace, and you will have a perfect body.

[Check-in completion status: Excellent]

[Reward received: 500 yuan]

The reward will be distributed today, please check your account.

A 500 yuan reward? Why not take it?

It's a physical fitness reward; judging by the dates, I should have received it on October 3rd.

Oh dear, I have an appointment with Zhou Qianyun to buy books the next day.

With improved physical fitness, hopefully nothing unexpected will happen, right?

After class, Qin Zhijie called him over.

Is something strange happening?

"You know Ji Xunsheng, right? He's from your No. 2 Middle School."

Qin Zhijie's voice reeked of smoke, indicating he had secretly gone to the toilet and burned a cigarette just now.

"He's been caught? I knew he wasn't a good person!"

Lu Yu looked as remorseful as a murderer's neighbor during an interview.

"What are you talking about? His dad's company donated some money to the school. There's a presentation during extracurricular activities today, and each class is sending someone to attend. You know him, so you should go."

His dad's workplace is a machine tool factory, isn't it?

Oh, Lao Lu did mention that before.

Lu Yu wanted to refuse, as he needed to get extra English lessons from Zhou Qianyun during his extracurricular time.

But then I thought, in this uneventful daily life, it's quite difficult for the system to come up with all sorts of ways to reward me, so I might as well try my luck myself.

In the future, he will be able to say with confidence that Lu Yu's achievements today are entirely due to his own efforts.

"Okay, I'll take this as a matter to be handled."

"What nonsense! If you embarrass Class 7, don't ever say you were taught by me again."

Qin Zhijie dismissed Lu Yu.

Back in my seat, I quietly sent Zhou Qianyun a message saying I was skipping the afternoon.

I received a Hakimi emoji.

Waiting for get out of class to end.

The last class is over.

Lu Yu symbolically picked up a pen and notebook, walked to the door of the lecture hall, and peeked out.

Then, at a glance, Zhou Qianyun was sitting in the first row, with a notebook on the seat next to her.

"Did you stand me up?"

She smiled leisurely, deftly taking the notebook that was taking up her seat and brushing the hair that had fallen beside her ear.

*

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