mchenry-crisis.org Chapter 94 Wang Jinyu's First Date
Chapter 94 Wang Jinyu's First Date
Chapter 94 Wang Jinyu's First Date
At 2:55 a.m., the dormitory was completely silent.
Only the occasional sound of cars on the distant road and the even breathing of my roommates could be heard from outside the window.
Wang Jinyu stared at the time on her phone screen with her eyes open.
The numbers ticked very slowly, 2:56, 2:57—.
As it approached 3 a.m., Wang Jinyu's heart began to race.
In fact, she had woken up ten minutes earlier.
Or rather, Wang Jinyu didn't sleep much at all.
The last WeChat message Huang Tian sent last night kept replaying in my mind.
"I'll be waiting for you downstairs at the dorm tomorrow at 3:30. Let's go watch the flag-raising ceremony."
A single line of text kept Wang Jinyu tossing and turning at night.
She didn't know what had gotten into her, why she would accompany a man she had just met to watch the flag-raising ceremony.
Regardless, she has already agreed, so there's no reason for her to break her promise.
2:58, we can't wait any longer.
Although Huang Tian said he would pick her up at 3:30, girls definitely need to groom themselves before going out.
Wang Jinyu gently lifted the blanket and tiptoed down the bed ladder.
As Wang Jinyu got up, the wooden bed frame creaked slightly.
Startled, she paused, then immediately held her breath.
Thankfully, my roommates were sleeping soundly.
Peng Ruoxuan, in particular, was still talking in her sleep.
Wang Jinyu didn't quite catch it, but it was something like "My cousin loves me fiercely"?
No, what kind of Liu Bei novels is this girl reading?
Wang Jinyu glanced at the bed where Peng Ruoxuan was, feeling rather speechless.
Stepping barefoot onto the floor, the icy touch sobered her up a bit.
Grabbing the clothes and toiletries bag she had prepared in advance, Wang Jinyu sneaked into the washroom like a thief.
The bathroom was empty at three in the morning, and the light from the incandescent bulbs was rather pale.
Wang Jinyu washed her face with cold water and looked at herself in the mirror, feeling both nervous and expectant.
After hesitating for a moment, she opened her toiletry bag and took out a lipstick from the very back.
The Chanel velvet collection, in a dusty rose color, was a birthday gift from Peng Ruoxuan last year.
Wang Jinyu has hardly ever used it; she usually just applies some lip balm.
Unscrew the cap, look in the mirror, and carefully apply it to your lips.
The color is very light, almost invisible, but it makes the lips look fuller.
But for Wang Jinyu, this was already unprecedented.
She always goes out without makeup when practicing or attending classes, and even uses only the simplest skincare products.
After applying lipstick, Wang Jinyu changed into the pure white dress.
It's a very simple style: round neck, knee-length, with a thin belt at the waist.
I bought this a few days ago while shopping with Peng Ruoxuan and the others.
I bought it and it's been hanging in the closet ever since. Today is the first time I've worn it.
Wang Jinyu dressed neatly and stood in front of the mirror, examining herself.
Her long hair cascaded down her shoulders, her eyebrows and eyes were exquisite, and her dress fit her perfectly.
Hmm, it looks pretty good.
I glanced at the time; it was already 3:20.
Wang Jinyu stopped dawdling and put her personal belongings into her small bag after returning to her dormitory.
I gently opened the dormitory door, and then gently closed it again.
"call--"
Seeing that she hadn't woken up her three roommates, Wang Jinyu breathed a sigh of relief.
The hallway was pitch black, with only the emergency exit indicator lights emitting a faint green glow.
Wang Jinyu turned on her flashlight and walked down step by step.
The sound of footsteps echoed in the empty stairwell, causing her heart to beat faster unconsciously.
When we got to the first floor, the dormitory supervisor's room was still lit up.
Wang Jinyu steeled herself and walked over, nervously knocking on the door.
Who is it?
The dormitory supervisor's sleepy voice could be heard from inside.
The door opened, and a woman in her fifties, wearing pajamas, squinted at her.
"Auntie, I—I have something urgent to attend to and I need to go out."
Wang Jinyu tried her best to make her voice sound natural, which was quite embarrassing for someone who never lies.
The dormitory supervisor looked Wang Jinyu up and down and naturally recognized this beautiful girl who looked like a fairy.
"Going out at this hour? What's up?"
"Something came up at home."
Wang Jinyu lied, and her face flushed slightly.
"My cousin is waiting for me downstairs. He'll be back soon, just a little while."
The dormitory supervisor glanced at Wang Jinyu's lip gloss, then at her clean white dress, a knowing look flashing in her eyes.
"Alright, just be careful."
The dormitory supervisor sighed, took out her key, and opened the door.
"Thank you, Auntie!"
Wang Jinyu quickly thanked them, breathed a sigh of relief, and pushed open the dormitory building door.
It had just rained last night, and Wang Jinyu couldn't help but shiver and hug her arms tightly.
The campus was quiet, with the streetlights casting a dim yellow glow.
The leaves of the sycamore tree rustled in the night breeze.
Wang Jinyu stood on the steps, looking around, but there was no one there.
She was hesitating whether to wait for someone at the school gate.
Huang Tian walked over from the corner of the dormitory building. When he got closer, he saw that Wang Jinyu was still wearing lipstick, and he couldn't help but smile.
"Sorry I'm late. I thought you'd have to wait a while longer to come out."
"It's still early, I just don't like being late."
A feeling of indescribable shyness welled up in Wang Jinyu's heart.
This was her first date with a boy, and it happened at 3:30 in the morning to watch the flag-raising ceremony.
The more Wang Jinyu thought about it, the more she felt she was being a bit crazy.
Are you cold?
Huang Tian naturally took off his softshell jacket and draped it over Wang Jinyu's shoulders.
"Need not--"
"Wear it, it just rained last night, it's a bit chilly now."
The windbreaker still carried Huang Tian's body heat, making it feel warm and cozy wrapped around my body.
Wang Jinyu bit her lip and didn't refuse again.
The two walked side by side toward the school gate, neither of them saying a word.
Only the unhurried footsteps echoed in the quiet campus.
Wang Jinyu was so nervous that her palms were sweating and her mind went blank.
She didn't know what to say or do.
He could only lower his head and stare at his toes.
"What's wrong? Are you nervous being with me?"
No—no.
Wang Jinyu denied it subconsciously, but her voice trembled slightly.
Huang Tian chuckled softly and said nothing more.
As I walked to the school gate, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class was already waiting there.
The driver got out of the car and opened the door, and Huang Tian naturally helped Wang Jinyu into the car.
This time, both of them sat in the back row.
The car door closed, and the atmosphere in the enclosed space became even more ambiguous.
Wang Jinyu sat close to the car door, trying to keep as much distance as possible from Huang Tian.
But the carriage was only so big, and no matter how she tried to hide, the distance between them was no more than half a meter.
Wang Jinyu could smell the faint perfume on Huang Tian's body, which smelled a bit like fresh oranges and orange blossoms, with a hint of lemon.
"Are you using Bulgari's Darjeeling tea?"
"Hmm, a friend recommended it. You don't like it?"
"No, it smells nice."
Wang Jinyu smiled slightly; this was her favorite men's perfume.
It reminds me of that boy in the white shirt I secretly had a crush on in high school; in short, it gives off a very clean and refreshing feeling.
Although she never had a crush on a boy in high school, it didn't stop her from imagining those scenarios.
Wang Jinyu could feel Huang Tian's gaze fixed on her without any attempt to conceal it.
"You—you stop staring at me."
Wang Jinyu finally couldn't hold back and protested quietly with a pout.
"Why can't I watch it?"
Huang Tian's voice was tinged with laughter, "You look beautiful today."
"No, I'm just putting on some lipstick."
Wang Jinyu's face flushed red, and she turned to look out the window, no longer daring to speak.
A Mercedes-Benz S-Class sped along an empty road in the early morning.
BJ's nightlife sheds the hustle and bustle of the day, revealing a different side of itself.
The streets were wide and dimly lit, with a few taxis occasionally passing by.
As Wang Jinyu watched the street scene rushing past the window, her heartbeat gradually calmed down.
However, as the car approached Tiananmen Square, its speed naturally decreased.
At four o'clock in the morning, tens of thousands of people had already gathered around Tiananmen Square.
There were tour groups holding small flags, couples holding hands, and parents with their children.
The driver was very experienced, talking as he drove.
"Mr. Huang, the car ahead can't go any further. You and this lady will have to walk. We suggest you go through the Dongjiaomin Lane entrance, where there are fewer people. You'll have to go through three security checks, so please make sure you bring your ID card."
"understood."
The car stopped by the roadside, and Huang Tian and Wang Jinyu got out.
A gust of cold wind suddenly rushed in, and Wang Jinyu couldn't help but shrink her neck.
Huang Tian naturally took her hand: "Stay close to me, don't get lost."
Huang Tian's hands were large and warm, completely enveloping her icy fingers.
Wang Jinyu stiffened and tried to pull her hand away, but Huang Tian gripped it even tighter.
"There are many people, don't get separated."
Huang Tian gave a brief explanation and pulled her into the crowd.
Wang Jinyu bit her lip and ultimately did not struggle.
What followed was an experience that Wang Jinyu will never forget.
The crowds surged, shoulder to shoulder.
Wang Jinyu was shielded by Huang Tian and moved forward little by little with the crowd.
The security check line was very long, with people in front and behind.
Huang Tian stood behind her the whole time, using his body to separate her from the crowded people.
Wang Jinyu could feel the warmth emanating from Huang Tian's chest, and smell his clean, refreshing scent.
Wang Jinyu experienced that feeling of being protected for the first time, and it touched her heart.
After passing through three strict security checks, they managed to snag a pretty good spot.
Although it wasn't the front row, the view was excellent, directly facing the flagpole.
As time passed, the sky gradually brightened.
The edge of the azure sky turned a pale white, and the clouds were tinged with a faint gold.
Although the square was getting more and more crowded, everyone tacitly maintained order.
The national flag guard marched in unison across the Jinshui Bridge.
That dazzling red hue was exceptionally vibrant in the morning light.
Wang Jinyu and Huang Tiandu subconsciously held their breath, their eyes fixed on the national flag guard.
With a wave of his arm, the flag bearer unfurled the five-star red flag in the wind.
As the melodious national anthem played, the red flag slowly rose, fluttering in the morning breeze.
Regardless of age or gender, everyone stood at attention and paid their respects to the national flag.
An indescribable emotion surged in everyone's chest.
That was pride, that was moving, and even more so, that it was a sense of honor to be a Chinese citizen.
Huang Tian was no exception. No matter how much he talked about politics online, this was, after all, the country that raised him.
Wang Jinyu glanced at Huang Tian beside her and noticed that he was standing ramrod straight.
His gaze was fixed intently on the national flag, and the lines of his profile appeared particularly resolute in the golden morning light.
At that moment, Wang Jinyu suddenly felt her heart beating a little fast.