Having exchanged a few casual words, Lorin browsed through web pages, catching up on current affairs. Suddenly, a beautiful woman, Aunt Qin, called from outside the bedroom: "Xiao Lin, dinner is ready. Stop browsing and wash your hands."
"Oh, coming."
On that day, Lorin, apart from meals, spent his time browsing web pages and checking the news. Reborn at the age of 17, many current events had become vague in his memory. It was essential to refresh his knowledge; otherwise, he would be treated as an alien when people discussed certain things.
The next day, Monday.
Lorin woke up at five, did fifty push-ups and two hundred sit-ups. Having experienced middle age, Lorin understood the importance of health. From now on, daily exercise would be indispensable, gradually increasing intensity.
After a hot shower, he arrived at school at 6:10.
Upon reaching the classroom, he discovered he was the only one there. It seemed Lorin was more diligent than those academically excellent students!
Finding his seat at the back, Lorin casually picked up a book from the desk and started reading. To his surprise, what seemed challenging before now appeared simple, and with a little contemplation, he grasped the underlying principles.
"Next year's college entrance exam, I should be able to get into a decent university based on my own abilities," Lorin silently determined to focus on his studies. Attending a good university was not only beneficial for personal development but also helpful in expanding his social circle.
In his previous life, although Lorin had entered a decent university through connections, it was just a provincial school. Playing around, he couldn't make a name for himself. This time, if he went, he would go to a university in the capital!
Unknowingly, it was nearly 7:00, and familiar yet unfamiliar faces entered the classroom. Seeing Lorin sitting at his desk so early surprised everyone. They wondered why this usually mischievous guy was at school so early—had the sun risen from the west?
Lorin's background at Zhongzhou City No. 1 High School was considered impressive, but in this top-tier high school, many children of high-ranking officials and wealthy families attended. So, although Lorin was a senior student, he had never disclosed his family background to anyone.
It wasn't that Lorin understood the importance of being low-key; rather, his mom often threatened him: "Dare to reveal your father, grandfather, and uncle's identities, and your monthly allowance will be only a hundred!"
Surprisingly, this trick worked well on the unruly Lorin back then.
After spending more than two years in school, he had never told anyone about his family background. However, Lorin often mingled with troublemakers and young girls from society, and he didn't shy away from it. Almost everyone knew he had a wealthy father, an uncle who was a secretary of the municipal party committee, and a grandfather serving in the military region.
Those troublemakers and young girls liked Lorin because they knew he was a well-heeled second-generation rich kid.
Thinking about how he used to revel in being surrounded by people flattering him, the present Lorin smiled wryly and shook his head. His younger self was indeed naively simple and foolish.
Now, with a psychological age approaching maturity, Lorin had learned to discern the intentions of those who actively befriended him. So, those so-called friends and associates were no longer necessary.
Lost in thought, a faint fragrance suddenly wafted by.
Turning around, Lorin noticed Lan Blue Orchid, carrying a small white backpack, coming to her seat.
"Good morning."
Lorin smiled, initiating a greeting. Lan Blue Orchid, just seated, was startled, her face turning red. She lowered her head and softly responded, not speaking further. Lorin had never greeted Lan Blue Orchid so actively before.
Soon, a loud conversation outside the door caught Lorin's attention. He saw Chi Shi and a few lackeys trailing behind him.
"Haha! Last night, that fat guy was so timid. I sat on his face, and he didn't dare to say a word."
"Hey, Turnip, you're nothing. The fat guy didn't dare to speak because he's afraid of Brother Shi. Do you think he's afraid of you? It's Brother Shi's authority that made that fat guy respectful!"
Chi Shi didn't speak, but his expression showed pride. This was how rich second-generation kids of this age bullied and enjoyed themselves, feeling quite superior.
Lorin glanced at Chi Shi and then ignored him. However, Chi Shi noticed Lorin sitting quietly in his seat when he entered the classroom and gave him a fierce glare, but Lorin didn't see it.
"Brother Shi, look at that Lorin. He sits quietly in his seat as soon as he sees you coming," whispered one of the lackeys.
Chi Shi thought Lorin was afraid of him, hummed, and muttered to himself, "Some people overestimate themselves. Even if they have a wealthy family, they may have a few stinking coins, but in the face of absolute power, they don't even count as a fart!"
"Exactly!"
The others agreed. They knew Chi Shi's father was the deputy mayor of Zhongzhou City. They also knew that when Chi Shi said "some people," he meant Lorin.
"Hey, Brother Shi, Xuan Jie is here," a lackey whispered.
Chi Shi turned around to sneak a peek. Han Xuan was still as beautiful and charming as ever. At the age of seventeen or eighteen, her figure was already mature and well-developed. Her floral dress accentuated her alluring figure—slim yet voluptuous. This was the most straightforward evaluation of Han Xuan's figure.
In addition, Han Xuan's pair of kind big eyes were electrifying, and her long and dense eyelashes couldn't hide the watery look in her eyes.
"Xiao Xuan, you're here? How about I treat you to dinner after school today?" Chi Shi immediately approached.
Ignoring Chi Shi, Han Xuan looked angry and walked straight toward Lorin.
Seeing that Han Xuan's gaze was fixed on him, Chi Shi was stunned!
"Brother Shi, is Sister Xuan looking for Lorin?"
"Snap."
A slap landed on the guy's head, and Chi Shi stared in a daze. "Shut up!"
Not only was Chi Shi stunned, but Lorin also frowned. He vaguely felt that Han Xuan was coming towards him.
Lan Blue Orchid, noticing Han Xuan approaching, saw her sexy figure and beautiful face, immediately lowered her head, feeling inferior and not daring to make eye contact.
Han Xuan stopped next to Lorin, and her elegant gesture slowly took out an envelope from her bag, tossing it casually onto Lorin's desk. She cast a contemptuous glance and said, "Don't be so boring in the future. If you have time to write love letters, it's better to focus on your studies." Besides being one of the school's four beauties, Han Xuan was also the class monitor.
Love letter?
The whole class was stunned for a moment. Chi Shi, who had just extended his face, now wore a smug expression.
Haha, it turned