It's just The Sims, how did it become my ideal love story?

Chapter 118 Is a head pat the most effective? (Seeking votes!)
The auditorium was already filled with all sorts of adult men and women.

They chatted and laughed, exchanging pleasantries.

A red banner celebrating the anniversary of Jicheng No.1 Middle School was also displayed on the stage.

It looked like a grand celebration, with not only school leaders gathered together, but also members of the city's education bureau.

Actually, for them, this kind of student performance is nothing special, since they have seen much more impressive performances.

But it's not just a formality. After all, these students are needed to showcase their talents and prove that Jicheng No. 1 High School is still a top-tier high school in Jicheng, worthy of its current teaching staff, and we can even expect more from it.

Therefore, the pressure still exists for these students who are going to perform.

The same goes for Lin Jiang.

My child is already prone to stress, and now she's even having trouble breathing. Participating in a piano competition would be better than this; at least in a competition, it's her own business, and if she fails, she fails.

However, if she makes a mistake due to nervousness, she will embarrass the school. She can't even imagine how disappointed the teacher will be. What if she gradually sees the school leaders frowning as she plays? She doesn't know how she will get off the stage.

During the preparations backstage, Lin Jiang kept trying to calm herself down by taking deep breaths.

The teacher who was helping with the preparations seemed to notice Lin Jiang's nervousness and couldn't help but say, "It's just a performance. If you're this nervous now, what will you do when it comes to exams and competitions?"

"Teacher, it's me."

Lin Jiang wanted to explain that she could try to adjust, but she found that her voice was trembling when she spoke, and she felt extremely guilty.

The teacher looked at Lin Jiang helplessly, "If it really doesn't work, just close your eyes and don't look at the audience. You've already memorized the score perfectly, haven't you?"

"but."

"Teacher Zuo, could you please come here for a moment?"

"Okay! I got it!"

Teacher Zuo glanced at Lin Jiang again, "You'll be on stage soon. If you're feeling unwell, drink more water. Remember, don't be nervous!"

She left in a hurry.

Watching the other person's departing figure, Lin Jiang felt helpless. She tried her best to convince herself not to be nervous. But the problem was that tension and pressure were not something that could be easily relieved.

The more you remind yourself, the more you care; the more you try not to make a mistake, the more likely you are to make one.

Under such immense pressure, she even felt her legs going weak and she could barely stand. She was on the verge of a mental breakdown.

A figure flashed into her mind, and she couldn't help but think of it.

If only Brother Gu Huai were here.
But she knew perfectly well that the boy was taking his placement exam. Although he said he would try his best to come, she couldn't have too many expectations.

They've already helped me a lot, and if I miss the important placement exam because of them, I'll feel really bad.

This is originally my own business, and I shouldn't expect too much help from others. But is this really something I can overcome on my own?
As the girl took deep breaths, trying every possible way to relieve the tension and pressure, she continued to do so.

"Deng deng deng deng!"

Sudden.

The hurried footsteps seemed to be coming from the outside corridor, and because the door was open, they were quite noticeable.

She hadn't considered any further possibilities, and just looked curiously toward the doorway.

A familiar figure almost crashed into his line of sight.

It was just like that time on the basketball court when I was almost hit by a basketball, and this figure suddenly appeared in front of me and saved me from the impending crisis.

And now.
"Phew~ thankfully, I didn't miss it."

Gu Huai, panting heavily, had rushed from the teaching building to the auditorium.

It looks rushed and chaotic, but actually it's not as difficult as it appears, because of the numerical values.

Seeing the boy who seemed to have appeared out of nowhere, Lin Jiang was almost moved to tears.

She had almost given up on this unrealistic hope. Of course, she didn't doubt that Gu Huai was lying to her. She just thought that it might really be too late, and she could only rely on herself to get through it.

But I didn't expect him to show up under these circumstances, and even so promptly.

Upon seeing his face, the invisible pressure weighing on my shoulders seemed to gradually ease.

Even the frequency of breathing is naturally adjusted.

"Brother Gu Huai".

Gu Huai walked in from the doorway, taking a deep breath to calm himself as he looked at Lin Jiang, a girl whose cheeks and eyes were slightly red.

"What kind of expression is that? Did someone bully you?"

Lin Jiang burst into laughter through her tears, "No, I just didn't expect you to actually come."

Gu Huai nodded, "Of course, after all, it's something I promised you. Don't worry, I haven't forgotten."

Lin Jiang was touched by Gu Huai's appearance at this moment, but she quickly realized something.

"So how did your exam go? It wasn't because of me."

"Don't worry, the exam is very easy. Your brother Gu Huai will solve it in no time."

"Pfft. The class placement exam isn't that easy. You're just talking nonsense again."

Gu Huai shrugged. "Is it possible that it's not a matter of the exam's difficulty, but rather that I'm just too capable?"

"Showing off~" Lin Jiang laughed so hard her whole body was shaking.

This boy really knows how to make himself happy. Just now, he was so nervous that he was about to collapse, but suddenly he turned into someone who was both laughing and crying.

She hadn't expected the effect to be so obvious.

When will you go on stage?

Gu Huai asked.

Lin Jiang looked at the passageway leading backstage, then said softly, "It'll be soon, just two more performances before it's my turn."

"Looks like I'm too early. I should have brought you something to eat."

"Oh dear, you can't just eat anything before going on stage."

"why?"

"What if I suddenly feel like burping while I'm playing?"

"Right, just in case it farts or something."

"Huh~"

The girl blushed and looked at Gu Huai with disdain.

Gu Huai laughed and said softly, "Are you not nervous now?"

Lin Jiang thought for a moment and lowered her head slightly, "Actually, there is still a little, but it's much better than at the beginning, and I will overcome it."

"Yes, I believe you. By the way, there's something I need your help with after you finish playing the piano."

"whats the matter?"

Lin Jiang looked at Gu Huai strangely.

Then Gu Huai leaned close to him mysteriously and whispered, "They all say the principal is bald, can you help me see if he's really that bald?"

"Pfft. Hahahaha, what is it!"

Lin Jiang laughed so hard her body trembled.

Now that's great, I can't remember any nervousness at all.

All that's left in my mind is the Mediterranean Sea.

Seeing the girl's relaxed and pretty smile, Gu Huai couldn't help but smile as well.

"Although it's just a performance, it doesn't mean anything and it won't decide anything. But I hope you do your best and play well. I'll be watching from behind."

If a teacher said something like that, Lin Jiang would probably feel even more pressured.

But after hearing Gu Huai say that, only one thought remained in her mind.

"Okay, I will try my best."

You must perform well and play your instrument well. You absolutely cannot let him see a poor performance.

Gu Huai did nothing more than wait with Lin Jiang.

Until I heard a sound from backstage.

"Lin Jiang! Your piano performance is coming up soon, are you ready?"

Lin Jiang immediately stood up.

"Ready."

"Alright, come over here!"

"Ok!"

Before leaving, Lin Jiang turned back and glanced at the boy who had also stood up.

"Then I'll go."

Gu Huai smiled and nodded. "Go ahead."

"By the way, could you please ask Brother Gu Huai for a favor?"

"what?"

Seeing Lin Jiang suddenly blush, Gu Huai had a bad feeling. Could it be that she was getting nervous again?
Did my psychological manipulation of her fail?
But then he saw her lower her head, then raise it again, her eyes looking at him with a somewhat shy expression.

"Can I pat my head again?"

"."

What a strange request.

Is this some kind of Japanese romance anime? The head pat gives you endless power? But I like it!

Gu Huai smiled and extended his hand.

"of course."

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(End of this chapter)