Rebirth: Slice-of-life Cultivation Chapter 1745 - 957: False Praise

Evening study session.

Even though it was an evening study session, the Chinese teacher, Dai Yongquan, materialised at the classroom door. He entered Class 8 and commenced explaining the examination paper.

Dai Yongquan appeared considerably more dejected, as if he had been demoted, forced to discreetly conduct his teaching during the evening study period.

The once esteemed Chinese teacher, vanquished by the inferior physical education instructor, felt utterly humiliated.

Consequently, the delivery of Dai Yongquan’s lecture was listless and weak.

His Chinese textbook was already a sleep-inducing agent, but now, it was even more so. Huang Xingyue, positioned in the classroom's corner, could not enduring such an assault; her eyelids grew heavy, and she ultimately slumped onto her desk, succumbing to sleep.

Dai Yongquan noticed this and felt the urge to reprimand her vociferously, but the school administration had issued instructions that she was an international student and it was best not to interfere too excessively.

Dai Yongquan felt his pride sink a few degrees lower.

Huang Xingyue’s desk mate, Shang Caiwei, the epitome of a wallflower, was surreptitiously spectating a LOL match on her mobile device, naturally refraining from disturbing Huang Xingyue.

Thus, Huang Xingyue slept profoundly, remaining undisturbed even through the break period.

"Brother Ma, this game certainly has some spice to it, doesn't it? It feels quite thrilling." Guo Kunnan approached to observe.

Ma Shicheng skillfully maneuvered his character for a shot: "Strike of Nations; it's been released for two months now. Playing it occasionally offers a rather refreshing experience."

Cui Yu and the others congregated, urging: "Turn the volume up! It's not thrilling enough like this!"

Ma Shicheng reminded them: "This is a classroom, you know."

Which high school student’s mobile phone isn't set to silent mode?

Cui Yu retorted: "It's break time, just for a moment!"

Wang Longlong glanced towards the corridor and declared: "Brother Ma, proceed. I'll stand watch for you!"

Ma Shicheng agreed: "Alright."

With so many individuals observing his gameplay, he too felt a certain thrill, intending to let them experience the sound effects of vanquishing an enemy.

In the very next second, Ma Shicheng cranked the volume to its maximum, and explosive "bang bang bang" gunfire erupted from the phone's speaker.

The onlookers had barely registered their astonishment before they witnessed Huang Xingyue, who had been dozing at her desk, suddenly flinch. She then smoothly slid beneath the desk, concealing herself, while shouting:

"Someone's shooting!"

Guo Kunnan and the others were momentarily stunned, and Ma Shicheng turned around, bewildered, gazing at Huang Xingyue in her defensive posture.

Cui Yu exclaimed: "Wow, they mentioned you were from Africa; I didn't quite believe it before, but now I certainly do."

It was only then that Huang Xingyue realized the gunfire originated from Ma Shicheng’s mobile phone.

Huang Xingyue's tense body finally relaxed, yet facing the astonished gazes of everyone present, she still felt a sense of embarrassment.

She rose, brushed off her clothing, and casually stated: "Apologies, I was merely dreaming of my homeland."

Ma Shicheng quickly responded: "No worries, no worries, it's quite understandable."

Cui Yu inquired: "Did you endure hardships previously?"

Huang Xingyue simply replied: "Yes."

Seeking to dissipate the awkwardness, she continued: "I suddenly realised that I am currently in China. I have observed this nation; it is a land devoid of gunfire. The security personnel at the entrances merely carry logbooks, and there are no barbed wires adorning the school's perimeter walls, yet I never once felt concerned about safety."

"You are truly exceptional," Huang Xingyue declared generously.

Upon hearing a foreigner extolling their homeland, Cui Yu, Guo Kunnan, and Dan Kaiquan could not help but feel a secret sense of pride, their connection to their heritage strengthening.

Wang Longlong, fulfilling his role as the 'acting class leader' of Class 8, solemnly responded: "A true sense of security commences with the courage to relinquish weapons and culminates in the warmth of safeguarding life."

Huang Xingyue responded: "On behalf of my homeland, I extend my admiration to you!"

With that, she retrieved several pieces of chocolate from her pocket: "This is a specialty from our country; thank you for the hospitality your nation has afforded me!"

Ma Shicheng and the others each accepted a piece.

Guo Kunnan recalled the bitterness of the chocolate and instinctively felt like declining, but observing Huang Xingyue's hopeful expression, how could he possibly disappoint her?

"You are the most outstanding young men I have ever encountered," Huang Xingyue proclaimed.

Consequently, Ma Shicheng, Cui Yu, Wang Longlong, Dan Kai, and the others began unwrapping their chocolates.

How intensely bitter was this confection? Their facial features contorted in unison, and Cui Yu even felt an immediate urge to spit it out, yet the sincerity emanating from this curious princess from a foreign realm was undeniable.

Furthermore, beside him, Wang Longlong gave him a firm pinch, signaling that this was a diplomatic occasion, and any misstep would be utterly unforgivable!

Cui Yu clenched his teeth and forcefully swallowed the chocolate.

Huang Xingyue beamed: "To celebrate the burgeoning friendship between our two nations."

Wang Longlong, with a visibly pained expression, managed to exclaim: "Celebrate! Praise be!"

Ma Shicheng possessed a certain tolerance for bitterness; after consuming the chocolate, he took a sip of water to cleanse his palate before inquiring, "Are gun battles a common occurrence in your country?"

Huang Xingyue responded, "Indeed, the car windows I've been in have been shattered by bullets before, and explosions from shells have happened mere meters from my feet."

Foreigners are a rather uncommon sight these days, and Dan Kaiquan along with the others began to quiz her about her experiences in combat zones, after all, who hasn't played CrossFire?

"Have you ever handled firearms?"

"Driven a tank?"

"What about attack helicopters?"

A barrage of questions left Huang Xingyue feeling overwhelmed.

"Oh, right, with the frequent conflicts in your region, do many individuals opt to purchase weaponry from our nation?" Ma Shicheng suddenly interjected.

Huang Xingyue replied, "Currently, it's more aligned with state-level collaborations; personal acquisitions are quite rare due to a prevailing rumor."

Wang Longlong, piqued with interest, asked, "What sort of rumor is that?"

Huang Xingyue paused for a moment before explaining, "Someone had arranged to acquire weapons from merchants in your country. However, after payment was made, the other party simply disappeared. They then disseminated word that numerous swindlers operate within your nation."

Dan Kaiquan expressed his displeasure, stating, "How could anyone possibly dare to sell! That is unequivocally a scam!"

Ma Shicheng and Wang Longlong exchanged significant glances.

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During the main break.

Tongtong went out to engage in a game of badminton with Chen Siyu.

Bai Yuxia settled into Tongtong’s seat, seeking out Jiang Ning to clarify a mathematical problem, carrying with her a subtle, refreshing aroma.