With global currency devaluation, I'll wear these back and take my whole family flying!

Shen Xing couldn't hide the joy on his face, because he quite enjoyed this feeling.

It's not the feeling of being recognized by many people, it's just that I feel famous and it's a bit of a thrill.

He put down his backpack and took out the "Summer Tournament" championship trophy: "President, here you go!"

Guan Rui's eyes lit up instantly when she saw the trophy.

Because the summer tournament finals happened to fall at the beginning of summer vacation, "Longcheng University" won the championship in the finals, and the trophy has been kept by Shen Xing ever since.

This is the highest honor that "Longcheng University" has achieved in the college league in many years.

Since this championship was won on behalf of the school, the trophy will definitely stay with Longda Esports Club.

Shen Xing also won the "MVP" award, and that trophy truly belonged to him.

Guan Rui examined the trophy with great delight, her smile widening as she said, "It turns out this trophy only looks heavy; it's so big, but it feels incredibly light in my hand."

"Shen Xing." Guan Rui looked up at Shen Xing and said sincerely, "Congratulations to you both, and thank you too."

Shen Xing was taken aback: "What are you thanking me for? We represent the school, so we will definitely do our best. As members of Longda, it is everyone's responsibility to bring glory to Longda."

"This thank you isn't for the school, it's for myself," Guan Rui explained. "I'm a senior this year and will graduate next year. I've been the president of the e-sports club for two years and have experienced eight seasons of the college league. This is the first time I've ever touched a league trophy, let alone a championship trophy."

"Thank you for your hard work, which allowed me to finally sit in this position and achieve my goal."

Guan Rui breathed a sigh of relief: "I was really afraid that I would be a president who made no contribution, but because of your achievements this time, I can announce my resignation without any hesitation."

"You're quitting the esports club? Isn't there still a year left?" Shen Xing asked in shock.

Guan Rui nodded: "If I hadn't gotten good results, I might have tried for another year, but now I can quit with peace of mind. In this last year, I want to plan my future carefully, whether to find a job after graduation or take the postgraduate entrance exam. Actually, I haven't decided yet."

"But you don't need to worry. Before the fall season registration begins, a new president will take office and will be in charge of your subsequent events."

After saying that, Guan Rui took out a thick envelope from the drawer: "This is the school's prize money. You are the champions this time, so the prize money is very generous."

Shen Xing reached out and took it, hesitated for a moment before speaking, "President, actually... there's something I also want to tell you."

"What's wrong?" Guan Rui carefully placed the trophy in the center of the display case, turning her head to ask him.

Shen Xing found it difficult to talk about, but it was something that had to be said because it was already irreversible.

He took a deep breath and said, "We...we can no longer represent the school in the college league."

"Huh?" Guan Rui exclaimed in surprise, "Why?"

"We've decided to sign with the 'Longcheng B-Star' club, under the coach of Haichang, and will actively prepare for the next youth training tournament."

This news was somewhat unexpected for Guan Rui. She tried to calm herself down and asked softly, "Can't we have both? With your strength, you can continue to dominate the college league and bring back more championship trophies."

Guan Rui's intentions were good; it would be a real pity to give up such an easily attainable honor.

Shen Xing shook his head: "No, Senior Yu Qian is no longer eligible to participate in the college league this year; she has graduated."

"So if we want to participate in the college league, we need to find a new teammate, but the training intensity will have to double, because although only one person is different, it is actually two different teams, which will take up a lot of time."

"President, you must know how valuable and difficult the youth training competition is. We must be single-minded."

Guan Rui fell into a brief silence. Although she was about to step down as president of the e-sports club, she had a deep affection for it and was naturally reluctant to see a strong team like Shen Xing announce its withdrawal after only one season.

But after thinking it over, she nodded: "I understand. People strive for higher goals. The college league is just a regular C-level league, but the youth training competition is an A-level league. The difference in prestige is incomparable."

"Longcheng B-Star is a world champion team. Their club has a world-class coach like Haichang. Everything about them is top-tier in the esports world. The fact that you were selected by such a top club means our organization has no right to stop you."

At this point, Guan Rui looked at Shen Xing with a relieved smile and sincerely wished him well: "Go ahead, I hope you can achieve good results in the youth training competition, and I look forward to seeing you on the professional stage in the future."

Shen Xing nodded gratefully, but still subconsciously asked, "In that case, what about Longda's upcoming season...?"

Guan Rui smiled and said, "You don't need to worry about that. Guan Zhe and the others have also graduated. But don't forget that our Longda originally had three teams. After that, Guo Yu's team will represent the school in the competition."

"Although his team is the weakest and least experienced in major competitions among the three teams, it doesn't matter. They are only sophomores. They can improve slowly. It's not like our Longda University has never lost before. We can afford to lose."

She turned to look at the championship trophy: "Besides, we already have it now."

*

That evening, Jiang Lingchuan ran down to the girls' dormitory.

"Am I okay like this? Should I curl my hair?" Lianxing asked Shen Ci to check her appearance, her heart pounding like a deer.

"Why are you still curling up? Do you want him to get bitten to death by mosquitoes? Get out of here right now!" Shen Ci urged her impatiently.

Before she even left the house, Lianxing's face was already flushed: "Darling, I'm so nervous. What if he doesn't confess to me?"

"Just pounce on him and kiss him! You still have your first kiss, don't you? Make him take responsibility!"

"Hey, I'm being serious with you!"

Shen Ci was already impatient. He opened the door and threw Lianxing out: "Go now!"

Then he closed the door and quickly ran to the window to look down.

Under the streetlights, Jiang Lingchuan was looking up at the dormitory building when he saw Shen Ci peeking out and waving with a smile.

Shen Ci pointed to the main entrance, indicating that Lianxing had already gone downstairs.

A few seconds later, Lianxing was seen shuffling step by step toward Jiang Lingchuan, her legs seemingly bound with bricks.

"Lian Xing."

Jiang Lingchuan arrived dressed casually in sweatpants and a white T-shirt, without any fancy gifts or flowers.

"What..." Lianxing pursed her lips, her eyes darting around erratically, her cheeks already flushed red to her ears.

Jiang Lingchuan was also a little nervous: "Today, you misunderstood. That girl is Qianqian..."

"Oh." Lianxing clutched the hem of her clothes and slowly lowered her head.

Jiang Lingchuan's Adam's apple bobbed, and he took a deep breath nervously, but the next second, Lianxing suddenly asked, "Do you like me?"

The sound was as loud as a mosquito's buzz, but Jiang Lingchuan heard it clearly.

He abruptly composed himself, the tension in his heart vanishing instantly: "I don't like you."

Lianxing looked up at his words, her eyes filled with astonishment, only to see Jiang Lingchuan gazing intently at her, slowly uttering two words: "It is love."

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