He tricked the female lead into becoming his boyfriend, but then went on to criticize the male lead.

Several days have passed in the blink of an eye, and the much-anticipated school anniversary has arrived as scheduled.

It happened to be Sunday, with no classes at 8 a.m. and no complicated homework assignments, so the whole dormitory had a lazy and relaxed atmosphere.

The warm autumn sun peeked through the gaps in the dormitory curtains, casting dappled light that quietly settled on the corners of the beds and desks.

Sang Jiuning curled up lazily in the quilt on the upper bunk, her hair loose and fluffy, her whole body soft and cuddly.

She propped her head up with one hand, slowly scrolling through a short video on her phone, the upbeat background music filling the air, making her feel so comfortable she was almost sleepy.

She had stayed up late with Wen Zhaoci in the lab last night, and the tender and affectionate scene was still imprinted in her mind. At this moment, she just wanted to lie on the bed and waste the time, not wanting to move at all.

Just then, the dormitory door was gently pushed open, and Tang Tongtong rushed in with great energy, creating a stark contrast to Sang Jiuning's languidness.

"Ningning! Ningning, get up quickly! It's too late!"

As she raised her voice, she stood on tiptoe and gently poked Sang Jiuning's waist in the upper bunk, the force just right to wake her from her drowsy state.

Sang Jiuning felt ticklish from the poke and reluctantly turned off her phone screen. Her voice was hoarse and languid from just waking up as she slowly opened her eyes a little: "What's the rush? Where are you going? I don't have class today."

"My dear girl, are you still half asleep? It's the school anniversary gala today!" Tang Tongtong looked at her with exasperation, hands on her hips, gazing longingly at the person in the upper bunk. "Hurry up and wash up and change. We need to get to the auditorium early, or all the good front-row seats will be taken!"

Tang Tongtong is naturally fond of excitement and novelty. She had been looking forward to this large-scale party with the whole school and many stars for several days and didn't want to miss a thing.

Before Sang Jiuning could respond leisurely, Qin Ying tidied the table and chuckled as she spoke, her tone slightly teasing: "How could she not be anxious? The entire school's anniversary gala is here, and the front row has the best view. Handsome men and beautiful women are everywhere; it's practically a feast for the eyes."

Sang Jiuning slowly sat up, supporting herself on the edge of the bed. Her dark eyes were hazy, with a hint of slyness in them. She teased her, "Tongtong, tell me the truth, is there a handsome guy you secretly like in the performance you're going to do on stage this time? Otherwise, why are you so enthusiastic?"

Upon hearing this, Tang Tongtong instantly straightened her back, a glint of light shining in her eyes, and said cheerfully and frankly, "No, not at all! But even if there isn't, it won't stop me from going to the event to feast my eyes! So many handsome young men and beautiful young women, who wouldn't be mesmerized?"

Qin Ying turned around and looked at the energetic Tang Tongtong. Her smile deepened, and her teasing tone became even more pronounced: "Isn't that right? Handsome men and beautiful women are a feast for the eyes, and they're perfectly matched with the whole cabinet of snacks you stocked up on beforehand. You've really figured out how to play tonight."

Tang Tongtong, her secret exposed, laughed heartily, her eyes crinkling and her body trembling with joy. She reached out and took Qin Ying's arm, exclaiming, "Haha, Yingbao understands me best! Stop teasing me, Ningning, hurry up and get out of bed to get ready. If you dawdle any longer, the best front-row seats will be completely gone!"

Looking at Tang Tongtong's energetic appearance, Sang Jiuning smiled with a mixture of helplessness and indulgence.

She didn't actually care about grabbing a spot or joining in the fun, and she wasn't particularly interested in the gala's performances.

For her, it didn't matter where she went or what she saw, as long as she was relaxed and carefree. But seeing Tang Tongtong's expectant look, she really couldn't bear to spoil her fun.

Anyway, I had nothing to do on Sunday, so I joined in the fun with them to kill some time.

Thinking of this, Sang Jiuning neatly threw off the covers and got out of bed. After a quick wash, she bent down and opened her snack storage cabinet, picked out a large pile of potato chips, spicy strips, drinks, etc., and stuffed them into her canvas bag, filling it to the brim.

After getting ready, the three of them walked together toward the school auditorium.

The auditorium was already bustling with activity and filled with lively chatter.

The spacious auditorium was packed to capacity, with students who had come from far and wide filling the aisles and back rows. The lights were dazzling, and the stage screen played a campus promotional video on a loop, exuding youthful energy.

Everywhere you look, there are well-dressed and outstanding young men and women with striking outfits and good looks, truly living up to the saying "a feast for the eyes."

The three were lucky enough to snag a spot in the middle row with an excellent view. They settled down comfortably, unpacking snacks and chatting while waiting for the party to begin.

A series of wonderful performances took place, including skits, choral singing, and instrumental solos, drawing waves of applause and cheers, and the atmosphere at the scene became increasingly enthusiastic.

Sang Jiuning watched casually, her fingertips lightly pinching a bag of snacks, her eyes occasionally drifting towards the entrance of the auditorium.

She secretly thought about Wen Zhaoci, wondering if he would find the time to come over.

He has never liked crowds and noise, so he will most likely stay in the laboratory.

Just as I was thinking to myself, the stage emcee's sweet voice rang out: "Next up, please welcome Su Qingyan from the Class of 25, English Department, to bring us a singing and dancing performance—'Love You'!"

The moment the words were spoken, all the lights in the room suddenly went out.

The next second, a warm yellow spotlight suddenly lit up, focusing precisely on the center of the stage.

All eyes immediately turned to that direction.

Su Qingyan had already changed into her own custom-made performance outfit. She wore a light pink short puff-sleeved top, which looked gentle and energetic. She paired it with a high-waisted black pleated skirt, which accentuated her slender waist and long legs, creating a perfect proportion.

Her long, jet-black hair was tied into a neat high ponytail, with wispy strands gently falling on both sides of her face, making her face look delicate and petite.

The moment she looked up, her eyebrows curved into a smile, and a gentle, sweet smile filled her entire face, instantly radiating youthful charm.

The light and playful musical intro immediately began, and it was none other than Wang Xinling's wildly popular song "Love You" that went viral online.

As soon as the gentle and sweet melody began, a burst of soft, delighted cheers erupted from the audience, and many students took out their phones to record it.

Su Qingyan showed no stage fright whatsoever, confidently and calmly stepping to the beat as she jumped.

Raising her hand, making a heart shape with her hands, twisting her waist, stepping forward—every movement was precise, clean, and crisp, without a trace of unnecessary panic.

Her voice was clear and soft, with a sweetness unique to young girls, as she slowly began to sing: "If you suddenly sneeze, it must be because I'm thinking of you."

The ending note rises slightly, carrying just the right amount of charming liveliness, sweet but not cloying, instantly capturing everyone's aesthetic sense.

The girl on stage shone brightly, raising her hand to make the classic heart gesture, her steps light and rhythmic, her pink skirt fluttering gently as she turned, both graceful and gentle.

Her eyes sparkled, and with a bright smile, she slowly swept across the audience below the stage, exuding grace and creating a captivating atmosphere.

As the chorus begins, the tempo suddenly picks up.

Su Qingyan swung her arms, stepped forward, and moved rhythmically. The entire singing and dancing routine was smooth and seamless, perfectly balancing strength and gentleness. Her sweetness was off the charts, completely blending the energy, agility, and tenderness of a young girl into every movement and every line of her song.

The atmosphere in the audience was completely ignited.

Applause, screams, and cheers erupted one after another, and countless cell phone flashlights lit up, filling the entire auditorium with starlight, making it both dazzling and enthusiastic.

Sang Jiuning sat in the audience, quietly watching the dazzling people on stage.