Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack!-Chapter 122: Matching Outfits

The day before the competition, early in the morning, Gu Xiaoqing and Jiang Weidong arrived at the school.

Principal Gu was already waiting for the two of them at the school gate.

The village arranged a tractor and sent the three of them to the town’s station.

There are regular buses here that go to the county.

They run only once every other day.

Gu Xiaoqing wanted to pay for the bus ticket, but Principal Gu held him back, saying the school would reimburse it.

Since this competition is school-based, the travel expenses for this trip, as well as accommodation and meals afterward, are all covered by the school.

Principal Gu led the two kids onto the bus.

Luckily, there were seats available.

Principal Gu immediately spotted familiar faces, as the neighboring school principals were also bringing students to attend the competition.

The two principals sat together.

There were extra seats in the back.

Gu Xiaoqing was unwilling to sit with Jiang Weidong, not just because Xiaoqing had issues with Jiang Xiulan, but even seeing Jiang Weidong was uncomfortable. Besides, Jiang Weidong seems overly arrogant, making Gu Xiaoqing not want to sit with him unnecessarily.

So Xiaoqing sat next to a girl student from another village.

Jiang Weidong’s face turned sour, and he angrily sat in the long row of seats behind.

"What’s your name?"

The girl sitting beside Gu Xiaoqing spoke first. She seemed to speak politely and elegantly, indicating she came from a family with some means and had a fair complexion.

Gu Xiaoqing wasn’t someone who pretended to be aloof, so he said, "I’m Gu Xiaoqing. How about you?"

"What, you’re Gu Xiaoqing? Are you the Gu Xiaoqing from Gu Family Village who bit the human trafficker?"

The girl immediately widened her eyes, full of curiosity as she questioned Gu Xiaoqing.

Gu Xiaoqing was speechless. This matter happened so long ago, yet people were still asking about it.

He had no choice but to nod.

"Oh wow, it’s really you! I’m Feng Yue from Ten-mile Castle. We’re not far from your Gu Family Village. I’ve heard about your story; you’re truly impressive."

Feng Yue gazed at Gu Xiaoqing with shining eyes, making Xiaoqing blush.

Being admired like this by someone felt somewhat uncomfortable.

He was genuinely just saving himself.

Throughout the journey, Feng Yue kept talking, almost as if she wanted to learn everything about Gu Xiaoqing’s ancestors, eight generations back. The level of gossip made Xiaoqing want to cry.

He could only respond perfunctorily.

It was quite a relief finally reaching the county.

Upon arrival in the county, everyone’s attention was immediately captivated by the bustling streets of the county.

The bus stopped at the station.

Gu Xiaoqing finally jumped off the bus, stood aside, and breathed a sigh of relief.

His chest felt a bit suffocated, probably from the long shaky ride causing some motion sickness.

The scenery beside the street was still the same and familiar.

Scenes he had seen before.

By the station, there were quite a few street vendors selling food, such as baked pancakes, steamed buns, dumplings, and stalls selling tea eggs and tea, all catering to those traveling long distances.

Principal Gu and Principal Wang took five children directly to a guesthouse near the competition venue.

Using an introduction letter, they booked a room for two girls, a room for three boys, and the two principals also shared a room.

After settling in, Gu Xiaoqing washed his face. It wasn’t like modern hotels with private bathrooms.

Here was just a room with two single beds, a basin, a towel, and a small table with two cups.

Television was out of the question.

The bathing facilities were communal, like at apartments, together with restrooms.

To use it, one had to bring a basin to fetch water for bathing.

Gu Xiaoqing fetched a bowl of water from there.

Both he and Feng Yue washed their faces and cleaned themselves.

They would bathe later in the evening.

Because after lunch, they had to follow the principal to check the examination halls.

The exam was tomorrow, so knowing the examination hall was essential.

Thus, they just took a quick wash.

Lunch was at a small restaurant outside the guesthouse.

As it turned out, at the small restaurant, Principal Gu encountered several other principals from different village schools, seemingly all staying nearby for convenience during the exam.

The principals all sat together at one table.

Leaving a dozen kids to sit together at another table.

Gu Xiaoqing sat with Feng Yue, and next to them was an unfamiliar boy, seemingly from Feng Yue’s village.

Everyone had a bowl of noodles.

Children didn’t know each other, but there was another girl who sat opposite Gu Xiaoqing, talking with a few boys. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

She seemed to be the child of some official.

Judging by her attire that was distinct from the others.

But the way she looked at Gu Xiaoqing was as if she wanted to devour him.

Leaving Gu Xiaoqing confused, he seemed not to know her.

Who was she, having such hatred towards him?

Feng Yue nudged Gu Xiaoqing.

Gu Xiaoqing looked down. "Don’t stare, can’t you see she’s upset about your clothes?"

Feng Yue said smugly.

Gu Xiaoqing looked at the girl’s clothes.

Suddenly realizing.

Haha, no wonder.

The girl across was wearing a red floral polyester shirt almost identical to his. They must have been the same.

Apparently, the girl came from a wealthy family, never having encountered someone who dared dress alike.

So now she constantly looks daggers at Gu Xiaoqing.

Gu Xiaoqing felt innocent.

This was something his mom handled.

Disregarding others’ opinions.

In this world, is it only you who can wear this outfit?

The sizzling noodles arrived. Gu Xiaoqing focused on filling his stomach rather than anything else. Besides, these noodles were crafted with care.

They contained green vegetables and tofu with wide noodles stirred with scallions and oil, vibrant green and appealing, with an authentic taste.

Back then, everyone had a large bowl.

The serving size had to be ample.

Gu Xiaoqing scooped two spoonfuls of chili oil into his bowl, the spicy red caused him to sweat profusely.

Fortunately, it was May, not unbearably hot yet.

After lunch, the principals didn’t part ways. They led the group of students straight to the examination halls.

According to the pre-arranged exam numbers, Gu Xiaoqing discovered he was in exam hall eight.

He went to find it.

Coincidentally, Feng Yue was also in the same exam hall as Gu Xiaoqing.

The two felt happy knowing familiar faces would be present, which was comforting.

But on the way out, they bumped into that girl who glared at Gu Xiaoqing.

The girl snorted upon seeing Gu Xiaoqing, then entered the hall and deliberately bumped into Gu Xiaoqing.

Gu Xiaoqing didn’t mind.

Being an older person, what’s the point in arguing with a young girl?