“Don’t think about it. If you really dislike her, then use your actions to speak. Try to get better results than her and study harder than her!” Chu Ning could only say this.
The two chatted for a while more before the bell rang again. After Chu Ning finished her class that morning, she once again devoted herself to rehearsing in the afternoon. The coordination between her and Yan Shen also became increasingly tacit. Many a time, the two simply needed to exchange glances to know the other’s next moves.
On the other side, Ye Ting and her partner were getting better at working together, but they obviously couldn’t compare to Chu Ning.
There were many other rehearsals. Singing, dancing, skits, poetry recitals, and so on, all showcasing these youngsters’ unique youthful charm and vitality.
When there were still ten minutes before school was over, Chu Ning rested by the side. She had been talking for the entire afternoon and her voice was a little strained. The next day’s Dragon Boat Festival Gala was the real main event.
However, to her surprise, Ye Ting slowly walked towards her with a smile on her face.
“Sister Chu Ning, tomorrow is the Dragon Boat Festival Gala. You won’t be wearing this outfit to the stage tomorrow night for the speech, will you? Why don’t I lend you a dress? After all, Uncle and Auntie Chu will be here tomorrow night, as well as my parents. I don’t want others to gossip.”
Ye Ting again spoke sarcastically.
“No need. Thank you for your kindness. I already have a dress. You’d better go back and practice your speech with your partner. Don’t waste your breath on me,” Chu Ning said after glancing at her.
She really felt that what Xiaomi had said that morning was right; this Ye Ting was asking for it a little at times.
“Huh? But sister Chu Ning, our Jingyuan High School is not an ordinary school. After you left the Ye family, you didn’t bring any clothes, jewelry, or cosmetics. You also didn’t have money, so how could you afford to buy clothes that are slightly more upscale? A gown that costs a few hundred yuan is a little embarrassing. It doesn’t match the title of the God of learning of Jingyuan High School, right?”
Ye Ting said with great concern. Had they heard what Ye Ting had said, those who were not privy to the situation would have really thought that she was thinking for Chu Ning.
“Are you bored and are coming here to get a scolding? Do you really think you’re rich? You’re just relying on your parents. Why are you showing off in front of me? What right do you have to show off?” Chu Ning decided to directly refute her words.
“Ah… Sister Chu Ning, how can you think of me this way? I really want to help you. I don’t want Uncle and Auntie Chu to have to bear an increased financial burden, so I just wanted to ask you,” Ye Ting said, aggrieved.
In fact, the main worry she had was who Father and Mother Chu would support when she and Chu Ning gave a speech on the same stage. If she looked glamorous while Chu Ning looked plain, perhaps they would change their minds, and might not necessarily vote for her.
“Yes, you’re right about that. Ever since you left the Chu family, the standard of living in our family has indeed improved at a palpable speed.” Chu Ning nodded in agreement with Ye Ting’s words.
In fact, she understood what Ye Ting meant.
She felt that getting Father and Mother Chu to buy her an evening gown, some accessories, and so on was a burden to the Chu family’s finances. However, Chu Ning deliberately pretended not to understand and went off-topic.
“You! Sister Chu Ning, it’s meaningless to talk like this. I only want to help you, how can you talk about me like this!”
Ye Ting was a little anxious and almost changed her expression. One had to know that she usually looked very cute and lively in front of all the teachers and students of Jingyuan High School.
“Alright, just enjoy your life as a young lady in the Ye family. Don’t have too many thoughts all day long. As for my parents, I’ve already said for them to vote for you. Regarding my brothers, I’m not sure. And I didn’t mention it either. I don’t care who they vote for. They’re free to choose. So, you don’t have to try so hard to please your Uncle and Auntie Chu. They’re not as bad as you think.”
Chu Ning said calmly. In order not to make things difficult for Father and Mother Chu, she had already discussed this matter beforehand. Moreover, she knew Ye Ting’s thoughts. Wasn’t she afraid that Father and Mother Chu would think too much when they saw them on the same stage, and would change their minds?
“Ah, you…”
Ye Ting’s face was full of surprise. She was about to open her mouth to say something when Chu Ning stood up and walked into the distance.