dognovel Chapter 76 You wouldn't be thinking of making me do it, would you?
Chapter 76 You wouldn't be thinking of making me do it, would you?
"Really?"
Yin Mengran asked cautiously, somewhat incredulously.
Because the two of them had almost gotten into a fight over this matter before, she was caught in the middle and put in a difficult position.
So now they've both given in? They've actually handed the decision-making power back to me?
Zhou Heng nodded and said, "Yes, really, you can decide whichever you like, we're all fine with it."
"Ah."
Tang Zhi nodded in agreement.
This surprised Yin Mengran quite a bit, but since they both said so, it was certainly a good thing.
At least we won't have to argue over such a small thing.
Afterwards, based on her own wishes, Yin Mengran made arrangements for the two of them.
Since it's a competition, we should take it seriously. Their class consistently ranks first in exams, so they definitely need to strive for first place in the sports meet.
First of all, Zhou Heng's victory in the shot put event is certain; Yin Mengran has absolute confidence in him and believes he can win.
Then came Tang Zhi's long-distance run, which Yin Mengran was also very confident about.
After further discussion, Zhou Heng was registered for the 100-meter sprint, and Tang Zhi was registered for the 4x100-meter relay.
Although Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi felt they could sign up for more teams, it wasn't a big deal for them, and they were confident they would win the championship.
However, Yin Mengran still rejected their suggestion, believing that two projects each would be enough for the two of them.
It was also to give other students in the class a chance. Otherwise, if other classes found out, they would definitely gossip and say that apart from Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi, no one else in their class could get in.
"So... is that settled for the project? Is that alright?"
Yin Mengran asked for their opinions.
Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi had no objections, so they nodded and replied:
"can."
"Well, next up is... the opening ceremony performance... I think last year the whole class did aerobics, right?"
Yin Mengran recalled last year's sports meet; they were still in their second year of high school, and the performance was decided by their homeroom teacher—they had no say in it.
The whole class did a simple exercise routine, just to get by. There will be awards for the opening ceremony performances, but they definitely won't be part of their class's awards.
Since they're being allowed to decide for themselves this year, a class-wide performance is definitely out of the question.
Putting aside the fact that they can't even decide on the type of performance, even if everyone agrees, there won't be enough time for rehearsals. They're already exhausted from going to school every day.
Therefore, it can only be a few people, or one person performing alone.
Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi had both mentioned before that they would be performing something...
Yin Mengran looked at the two of them, thought for a moment, and then asked, "Is it really up to me to decide? You both agree?"
"Ah."
Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi nodded without hesitation.
Then, Yin Mengran looked at Zhou Heng and asked, "So... Zhou Heng, from the perspective of the class, whose performance do you think is more suitable?"
"Ok?"
Zhou Heng frowned slightly, deep in thought.
A few seconds later, he raised his hand and pointed at Tang Zhi beside him.
Yin Mengran nodded, then looked at Tang Zhi and asked, "And what about you? What do you think?"
Tang Zhi then raised her hand and pointed at Zhou Heng.
This outcome made Yin Mengran give a wry smile. The two of them had argued so much before, but now they were being so considerate of each other, each thinking the other was better.
If that's the case, then why did we argue in the first place? I even tried to persuade them back then, which makes me look so foolish.
"How about this, you two play rock-paper-scissors, whoever wins goes up, okay?"
Yin Mengran simply stepped aside from the two of them, letting them decide for themselves.
Otherwise, if I were to choose for myself, I feel there would definitely be some people who wouldn't agree.
"I have no objection."
"I can do it."
The two were in agreement, and then, in front of Yin Mengran, they played a completely non-competitive game of rock-paper-scissors.
In the end, Tang Zhi won this duel.
"Okay, then it's decided that Tang Zhi will perform."
Yin Mengran patted Tang Zhi on the shoulder and made a hasty decision, fearing any further changes.
Tang Zhi suddenly thought of something, looked at Yin Mengran, smiled meaningfully, and said:
"We both have things to do, so what about you? Aren't you going to do something?"
Yin Mengran pointed to herself, blinked, and asked:
"What...what can I do? I don't know how to do anything...and if I sign up for any event, I definitely won't win..."
Tang Zhi gently shook her head and said:
“I remember during the opening ceremony, didn’t we need a girl to lead the team and hold up the sign? That’s the one Tong Yining did last year.”
"Ah, indeed... that one hasn't happened yet... wait, you wouldn't be thinking of me, would you?"
"Of course, I think only you are suitable. What do you think?"
Tang Zhi looked at Zhou Heng beside her, asking for his opinion.
Zhou Heng nodded and softly hummed in agreement.
Yin Mengran hadn't expected Zhou Heng to agree. She had only intended to get Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi on board, but she hadn't expected to be dragged into it herself.
"Okay, okay, I'll do it, I'll do it, alright..."
She knew she couldn't refuse. She had asked Zhou Heng and Tang Zhi to do so much, and it wouldn't be right for her to do nothing in return.
"Okay, all decided now? Can we play the game?"
By noon, more than three hours had passed, and the kitchen was already filled with delicious aromas.
Zhou Yalan placed the dishes on the table one by one, then called out towards the room:
"Everyone! Come out and eat!"
The three of them came out of the room, and when they saw the delicious food on the table, Yin Mengran exclaimed in surprise again.
It's amazing that Tang Zhi's mother made all these dishes by herself in just one morning.
"Auntie, you've worked so hard."
Zhou Yalan smiled with narrowed eyes, pulled up a chair for Yin Mengran, and said:
"It's no trouble at all. I'm just happy that you came. It's nothing."
Zhou Heng sat down and asked, "Auntie, what time does my uncle get off work?"
"He'll be here around 8 p.m. I told him you guys were coming today, and he was even thinking of taking the day off, but he insisted that you have a drink with him."
"I'll come again next time, when my uncle has a day off."
The group sat down to eat.
Just then, Yin Mengran received a message on her phone.
She was a little puzzled; who would be messaging her at this hour?
She had originally planned not to watch it during dinner, but she was worried it might be from Zhou Heng's mother, Liu Wei, and she didn't want to miss it.
So she quickly took out her phone and glanced at it.
"..."
She was surprised to learn that the message was from Tong Yining.
"【Yin Mengran, for the sake of our two-year friendship, tell me the truth: what exactly is your relationship with Zhou Heng? I don't think I've done anything to wrong you, have I? Just tell me directly.】"