Love is as simple as badminton.

Chapter 34 felt strangely empty.

Although the cafeteria has closed, the nightlife at Xiangda University is just beginning.

Near the turnstiles at the school gate, mobile carts with various signs gathered together, creating a food street on the empty sidewalk.

The stall owners were busy with their work, and customers came in an endless stream. Smoke from the cooking fires slowly rose into the night sky amidst the hustle and bustle, as if the stars themselves were coated with a layer of caramel.

In fact, street vending was once prohibited around Xiangda University.

However, in the past two years, Xiangzhou City has encouraged the night market economy, so the policy has also made a complete 180-degree turn. Instead of suppressing it, it has even allocated a special area for the stall owners.

The security guards who used to be busy chasing away vendors have now become part of the "it smells so good" army.

Even with their advantageous proximity, they often manage to get ahead of the students and be among the first to enjoy the freshly baked food, much to the envy and jealousy of their classmates.

One student, surnamed Xu, even said that he wanted to go back to Xiangda University as a security guard after graduation so that he could always taste the flavors of his student days.

So, Jin, who wanted to set up a stall after graduation, quickly contacted him in advance to make some connections, thus avoiding thirty years of detours.

It's both a joke and an acknowledgment of the quality of the food street.

After the night market was opened up, not only did no hygiene problems arise around Xiangda, but the food became even more plentiful and of better quality.

In the past, everyone relied on speed to roll the dough, but now that people can set up stalls in peace, only the quality of the dough will win.

"Hey~ Protein!"

Shi Yuqi handed a skewer of grilled chicken breast to Lin Xiang.

"Thank you, senior."

Lin Xiang took a bite without much hope.

Although he pays attention to nutrition when eating, it doesn't mean he lacks an appreciation for taste. For example, chicken breast is something most people wouldn't enjoy.

However, the moment the meat skewers enter your mouth, the crispy skin gently bursts open under the pressure of your teeth, followed by a smooth and tender texture, with just the right amount of firmness.

As he chewed, the aroma of the roasted meat burst forth on his lips, making Lin Xiang's eyes light up.

"Is it delicious?"

Shi Yuqi leaned forward and asked with a smile.

"Uh-huh."

Lin Xiang nodded repeatedly.

Before she had even finished the first bite, the skewer of meat in her hand was automatically brought to her mouth, and she took a second bite, making the girl cover her mouth and laugh.

"This uncle's grilled chicken breast is amazing! We all call him the Chicken Breast Immortal! Before him, there's also the Hand-Pulled Pancake Immortal, Rice Noodle Roll Immortal, Sticky Rice Chicken Immortal, Fried Rice Immortal..."

The two walked and stopped, weaving through the crowd.

Lin Xiang ate several more skewers of various kinds, a plate of rice noodle rolls, a plate of fried rice with eggs, and finally showed off a hand-pulled pancake, ending the meal with great satisfaction.

The boy, who usually only goes to the cafeteria, had his new world opened up to him by his senior tonight.

"Senior, these grilled chicken wings are pretty good too."

"Thanks, junior! I'll try it then~"

Shi Yuqi smiled and accepted the chicken wings that Lin Xiang handed her.

Although she was the one who mainly took Lin Xiang shopping, if Lin Xiang found something delicious, she would buy it for him.

Although they didn't spend much, they were both very satisfied with their meal.

"Senior, would you like some ice cream?"

"Haha, no way, I can't eat anything cold today~ What about you, junior? Did you enjoy your meal tonight?"

"I had a great time eating."

"Haha, as long as I enjoy the food, that's all that matters! I thought badminton pros would refuse food stalls!"

"Appropriate indulgence is necessary. A balance between relaxation and stress is also important."

Lin Xiang spoke in a serious tone, as if instructing her on training, which made Shi Yuqi laugh out loud.

"So, you know everything about the military training, right? Get ready in advance!"

"Okay, I understand."

Along the way, besides eating, Lin Xiang also listened to Shi Yuqi's introduction to the military training arrangements after National Day.

The training lasted for two weeks and consisted of the usual activities such as standing at attention, field training, and marching. I had experienced most of the military training in high school, so it wasn't anything new.

However, Xiangda is located in South China, which is much more humid and hot than North China, and its ultraviolet radiation is much stronger.

Following Shi Yuqi's advice, Lin Xiang bought high SPF sunscreen and also prepared several bottles of Huoxiang Zhengqi Water.

In addition, she also gave him several local medicines that he couldn't buy online, some for preventing heatstroke, some for repelling mosquitoes, and some for refreshing the mind. Lin Xiang carefully accepted them all.

"The only problem is that training may have to be temporarily suspended."

Lin Xiang frowned slightly.

The freshman cup competition is right after military training, so a two-week break from training will definitely have an impact.

"That's generally how it is, but I have a way to let you continue training during your military training period!"

Shi Yuqi smiled and forwarded him a tweet.

"The Badminton Association recently received a task to film a badminton tutorial video for amateur badminton players, and the timing just happens to coincide with the military training period."

This was commissioned by the Xiangzhou Municipal Sports Bureau to promote badminton, and our school accepted it because the school also wanted to use it for publicity.

Because the workload is quite heavy, freshmen participating in the filming are exempt from military training!

"I see."

Lin Xiang seemed thoughtful. "But wouldn't it be more suitable to have the school team film this kind of video?"

"That's the principle."

Shi Yuqi smiled helplessly.

"But they are already very busy with training, so naturally they have no interest in taking on part-time jobs, and they don't care about the small amount of money the school offers for their work."

Actually, this job was assigned to me by Brother Ye because he found that no one in the school team wanted to take it. There are often these kinds of issues between the school team and the badminton association...

So, junior, are you interested?

"Yes, I'll participate."

Lin Xiang certainly wouldn't miss a good opportunity to keep training, even if it meant being a little busy.

"Thanks, junior!"

The girl clasped her hands together, her eyes crinkling into crescents.

Before they knew it, the two had arrived at the foot of Building 5 in Jinghua Garden. Shi Yuqi said goodnight to him as usual, then hailed a small green car and left.

As Lin Xiang watched his senior's figure disappear into the night, a sudden, inexplicable sense of dissatisfaction welled up inside him.

They're in the same college, so why is she living in Yuehua Garden?

It's too far away.

Lin Xiang went upstairs with slightly disordered thoughts.

He didn't know why he thought that way... probably because Yuehua Garden was indeed a bit far from the teaching building, making it inconvenient to attend classes.

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Yutenji Wakamaru: "Expressionless (jpg)"

Yutenji Wakamaru: "So you agreed to help Kiki with the chores?"

Shoko Toyokawa: "Mm."

The following evening, Lin Xiang reported his plans for the military training period to his beloved mentor.

Although they weren't chatting face-to-face, judging from his expressions and words, Grandpa Wang seemed somewhat surprised.

Is she upset that he acted on his own initiative and is a little angry?

Lin Xiang felt that this possibility could not be ruled out.

But it's not a big problem. The die is cast, and nothing can be done about it.

Yutenji Wakamaru: "Hahaha, not bad! You're not as rigid as I thought!"

Surprisingly, Old Wang seemed quite happy.

Shoko Toyokawa: "You don't mind if I take the liberty of agreeing to your request, senior?"

Yutenji Wakama: "Specific problems require specific analysis, and you did a good job in this matter."

Yutenji Wakamao: "Players face some unexpected situations on the field and have to adapt accordingly. They can't just rely on the coach to solve them."

Yutenji Wakamao: "If you come to me about military training, I'll actually be a little disappointed. Although I can get you trained, relationships are also a form of capital, and once you use them, they're gone. Capital should be used wisely, you understand?"

Shoko Toyokawa: "Yes, I understand."

Old Wang's words did have a sociological flavor.

Shoko Toyokawa: "What about the training during military training?"

Yutenji Wakamaru: "Train as you normally would. As for factors outside of training, adjust accordingly."

Shoko Toyokawa: "Okay."

After replying to his master, Lin Xiang glanced at the time and saw that it was already ten o'clock. He then prepared to wash up and go to bed.

At this moment, Zhao Hao was still practicing guitar, Jin Xin was busy writing something, and Xu Yue was steaming as usual.

"Wuhu! Long live the family of the elderly!"

Then, Xu Yue, seeing something, let out a roar and clenched his fist in celebration.

Lin Xiang opened the group chat of Haomao's Home and found that it was Jian Yueying who was sharing good news with everyone.

It turns out that tonight, President Chen Bing of Xiangda University made an unannounced visit to Haomao's Home to experience the atmosphere of the student clubs.

Upon hearing that the cat-catching operation had been successfully completed, Chen Bing was very satisfied and expressed high praise for the club's work.

In addition to the labor fee for catching the cats, the school also approved a large sum of extra funding for the Good Old Men's Home for "club development".

Jian Yueying was overjoyed and distributed the labor fee to the members who participated in the cat-catching operation. She also said she would treat everyone to a meal, and the group is currently looking for a restaurant.

Even Wang Tianmao, the perennial lurker, popped up, clamoring to eat authentic Peking duck.

As a result, many new members didn't recognize him at all and asked him with puzzled looks who he was. The veterans laughed heartily, and the group chat was filled with a joyful atmosphere.

However, Lin Xiang noticed that Shi Yuqi did not appear to participate in the discussion.

Shoko Toyokawa: "Senior, are you going to the dinner party?"

He messaged her privately.

Chang Chi Su-shi: "I had some family matters to attend to those two days, so I had to go back home and couldn't make it."

Chang Qi Su Shi: "Just let Yueyue take you to eat, have fun~"

Shoko Toyokawa: "Okay."

Lin Xiang put down his phone.

It's a good thing when someone invites you to dinner.

But he wasn't so excited anymore; why did he feel inexplicably empty?

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