They don't actually think I like them, do they?

The number of students admitted to universities through the guaranteed admission program is usually determined around New Year's Day each year. This year, four students from No. 7 High School were admitted to prestigious universities through this program. All of them either won awards in national-level mathematics competitions or directly participated in the guaranteed admission exams set by the universities themselves.

Someone like Lin Han, who has excellent academic achievements but never participates in any competitions or obtains any certificates, has never been eligible for a guaranteed admission spot.

Besides, it's already the end of April, with just over a month left until the college entrance exam. Where would there be any guaranteed admission spots left? It's all too late!

"Actually, a university saw your composition and, considering your academic performance, is willing to admit you exceptionally."

"Admission without prior qualifications?" Lin Han was a little uneasy. Was this a bit too much of a exception?

The principal took a sip of tea, paused, and then said:

“Their admissions office called me yesterday. They said the university is alright, so I wanted to ask if you would like to go there.”

"What university?" Lin Han asked.

“Beijing University,” the president said.

"....?"

Lin Han was stunned.

"Full name?"

"full name."

Lin Han took a deep breath.

Yeah, it's not bad.

It's just the top university in China.

"Not bad, right?" the principal grinned.

"It's really good."

"Why don't you go back and think about it?"

"No need, Principal."

Lin Han spoke clearly, enunciating each word distinctly.

“I am very willing to enter Beijing University, Mr. President.”

021. Don't rush.

"Good boy, congratulations!"

The principal finally stopped pretending to be profound and burst into laughter, extending his hand.

This was no simple gesture. Lin Han was flattered and quickly grasped the principal's hand.

"I'll get back to the admissions office of Beijing University in a bit. Their teachers will call you tonight to verify things, and then you can give them a formal reply," the principal said cheerfully.

For many years, no student in the school has been admitted to Qinghua and Baida through special admissions. Lin Han's appearance is undoubtedly the pride of the entire school and even the entire city.

When they heard the news, all the teachers were very excited, but the principal stopped them, insisting that he tell Lin Han himself no matter what.

"Thank you, Principal," Lin Han said with a smile.

"Even if you get into Beijing University, you can't slack off on your attendance. You still have to attend the classes you're supposed to attend, otherwise you won't get your high school diploma."

"Of course." Lin Han nodded repeatedly.

"Your family will be very happy to know about this, so call them and tell them soon."

Upon hearing this, Lin Han suddenly fell silent.

"what happened?"

"It's alright." Lin Han smiled again. "I have no family, and I've always lived alone."

The principal was stunned.

A rather sorrowful expression appeared on his wrinkled face.

"I see..." the principal thought to himself.

My goodness, what a child this is!

Growing up alone, she shouldered the burdens of life at the age when she should have been carefree, but through her own efforts and beliefs, she was exceptionally admitted to Beijing University!

What an inspiring story! It must be recorded in the school history! All students should see it!　

The principal sighed. The saddest thing in the world is when you are happy and want to share it with someone, but there is no one around.

However, Lin Han is still lucky. The other boy who accompanied him at the door must be Lin Han's good friend. He must be happy for Lin Han.

"Sir Principal, if there's nothing else, may I leave now?" Lin Han asked.

"Of course, go ahead." The principal snapped out of his reverie and said with a smile, "Just keep an eye out for calls tonight."

"Ok."

Lin Han stood up, about to leave.

The principal seemed to suddenly remember something, and quickly raised his hand to call out to Lin Han.

"Wait a minute, Lin Han."

"what happened?"

"I don't usually go online much, but I heard from the admissions office of the top 100 universities that you seem to be quite famous online?" the principal asked.

"Uh, no, no, I just wrote some songs, and luckily, a lot of people listened to them."

"I heard from Teacher He that you seem reluctant to let others know about this?"

"Yes."

The principal stroked his chin, pondered for a moment, and then said...

"Alright, Lin Han, the school respects your decision and will definitely not mention this matter in the publicity."

"Thank you, Principal."

Lin Han thanked him again.

Then, Lin Han opened the door and walked out of the office.

The sky was clear and cloudless as always.

A gentle breeze blew by, brushing against Lin Han's face, cool and pleasant.

In just a few tens of minutes, Lin Han's state of mind had undergone a complete transformation.

"Lin Han, you've finally come out! I thought you were dead inside!"

Lin Han had only walked a short distance when Xu Hui rushed over and put his arm around Lin Han's shoulder.

Xu Hui had actually waited until now, which was something Lin Han hadn't expected.

"Lunch break is almost over, aren't you going back to study?"

"Isn't it because I was worried about you? You went to the principal's office, you know. What if you died in there? Who would collect your body?"

Hearing these words, Lin Han was deeply moved and impressed by his good brother's loyalty.

The two walked together back to the classroom. On the way, Xu Hui asked eagerly:

"So why did the principal call you in? Is it for punishment? Expulsion? Or did you break the law?"

"Oh, it's nothing, I just got notified that I've been accepted by a university."

What university is it?

Lin Han suddenly stopped and pointed to the basketball court in the distance: "Look, it's up there."

Xu Hui was puzzled. He looked in the direction of the sound and saw a red banner slowly rising in the center of the playground.

Congratulations to Lin Han, a student from Class 3, Grade 12 of our school, for being exceptionally admitted to Beijing University!

"....?"

Xu Hui was stunned. He rubbed his eyes and pointed at the words on the banner with trembling fingers.

"Baijing University? Not the university in Baijing?"

"Ah."

"That university that's on par with Qinghua?"

"Ah."

"The one who's number one in the country?"

"The banners are already up, would I lie to you?"

Xu Hui stood there stunned for a full three or four seconds, and then two lines of tears slid down his cheeks.

"Aaaaaaaaaa!!!"

Xu Hui covered his head and ran around Lin Han.

"You deserve to die! You deserve to die! You deserve to die! You deserve to die! You deserve to die! You deserve to die! You deserve to die!!!"

Xu Hui shouted excitedly, jumping up and down, as if even this couldn't relieve the bitterness in his heart, and he felt extremely wronged.

"Don't rush," Lin Han said, helping Xu Hui up.

"What? Is there still a chance?" Xu Hui's eyes widened.

"No," Lin Han said, "I still have a math exam later, you'll have your moment to panic."

"????"

Xu Hui was completely devastated; he had never been in such pain before.

"I'll kill you! I'll kill you! I'll kill you! Why do all the good things happen to you? Waaaaah..."

"Okay, okay, I'll give you extra lessons when I have the extra time," Lin Han comforted him.

"No, Lin Han, this isn't your fault. It's all my fault for being so disgustingly jealous. I'm really, really, I'm going crazy with jealousy. Why, why isn't it me? I beg you, please, please stop talking. I already have depression, and what you said made me so angry. I'm really furious, like I've been seen through. This feeling is so painful. I feel completely exposed. Just that one word, 'anxious,' and all my pretense of strength and forced smiles collapsed. I've become a clown to be laughed at. I really don't want to pretend to be strong anymore. I've lost everything in this game of mind games."

Seeing his good friend so upset, Lin Han finally couldn't bear to hurt him any further, so he said...

"Don't worry, I'll treat you to dinner tonight!"

For Lin Han, a man who values ​​money above all else and takes frugality to the extreme, treating someone to a meal is the highest form of hospitality he can show.

"You're even poorer than me, where the hell are you going to get the money to treat me to a meal?" Xu Hui yelled.

"Well........"

Lin Han pondered for a moment, then said tactfully,

"I've made some money writing songs, so treating you to a meal is no problem."

"How much did you earn?" Xu Hui pressed on relentlessly.

"Trust me, brother. This is for your own good. Don't ask any more questions," Lin Han said emotionally, gazing at Xu Hui.

022. Official Deification

"..." Xu Hui finally shut up. He knew Lin Han well enough to know that even the King of Hell was speaking like this, so it was truly for his own good.

"I'm going back to study tonight, and the exam will be on Wednesday!" Xu Hui said.

"Okay," Lin Han replied.

"I want to eat abalone! The kind that costs a thousand dollars!"

"no problem."

"I'd even eat the abalone for 800 yuan a night!"

"Come on, I'll only treat you to a meal, not cover your expenses for going to brothels," Lin Han said seriously, without a doubt that Xu Hui was capable of such a thing.

As they talked, they reached the classroom door.

At this moment, the proctor arrived, and the students in the classroom quieted down, waiting for the exam papers to be handed out.

Before entering, Xu Hui raised his fist and punched Lin Han in the chest, leaving the latter completely bewildered.

"You've really had a tough time, kid."

Despite tears still welling in his eyes and his face etched with resentment and grief, Xu Hui still spoke earnestly to Lin Han.

"Congratulations! Now you can make your bastard father regret this!"