Gentlemen's Friends

Chapter 5 Part 2: Three ([-])
As soon as this remark came out, not only did Qu Tongqiu look struck by lightning, but Chu Mo's face stiffened instantly, and he said stiffly, "It's impossible, he asked for it."

"He's meddling at best. You don't have the right to do that to him."

After confronting each other for a while, Chu Mo let go and said, "I'm sorry. I hit too hard that day."

... Qu Tongqiu was tongue-tied, petrified as he was half-pushed and half-thrown into the car by Ren Ningyuan, still holding on to something, vigilant and dazed.

Chu Mo was very unhappy, and started the car and said loudly: "Ning Yuan, you protect him too much. You were not such a mother-in-law when I beat others. What is this fat man? According to your standard, I have to How many people have I apologized to!"

Ren Ningyuan smiled: "That's not necessary. It's rare for him to do this."

Qu Tongqiu found that since he was discharged from the hospital, his luck seemed to improve.

He had never been beaten again in school, even when the money was not enough, the seniors were still polite, and later they even forgot to come to collect money from him.

The people around him have also become a little easier to get along with, and they no longer push him or grab him by the collar, slap him on the back of the head, or remind him when they want him to get out of the way.

He hadn't heard the name "dead fat pig" for a long time, and everyone called him by his first name, which took him a while to get used to.

On this day, Qu Tongqiu went to the post office to receive the remittance for living expenses sent by his family, and he still had the wages he got from part-time jobs in his pocket. Before going back to school, he happily bought several mutton skewers, wrapped them up and wanted to take them back to him Ren Ningyuan.

When walking back again, he suddenly realized that he was being watched.

He walked alone, his movements looked slow, and his face was deceitful, probably because he didn't pay attention to concealing it when he paid for it just now, but he still seemed worth grabbing, and he suddenly became a fat sheep in the eyes of the gangsters outside the school.

The other party originally planned to make a quick decision, block him in an alley in one minute, and strip him of his money in 1 seconds. Who knew that this slow-looking guy was not so slow in reacting, and he even knew how to make a fake move before changing. Running in the opposite direction, they underestimated the enemy and failed to catch him immediately, so they could only chase after him.

A few guys who were far from kind were chasing him down the street, shouting something: "Stop, you dare to run away with our money!"

It looks like a dispute between gangsters, and passers-by dodge for fear of being late.

Qu Tongqiu never imagined that he could run so fast, and his skills improved at some point.But it was still not enough to throw those people away. When the school gate could be seen from a distance, someone grabbed his arm from behind, struggled to take two steps forward, and was still twisted and pulled away.

"Fat pig! Look at you still running!"

"Hand over the money quickly."

Even if it was made of mud, Qu Tongqiu would not be so submissive. He struggled and said, "No way! Why did I give it to you!"

"X caused us to run so far. We need money to drink water when we are thirsty, right? If we don't want it from you, who will we go with? Huh?!"

Several people rushed up to search his pockets, Qu Tongqiu resisted desperately, his hands and feet were restrained, he opened his mouth in a hurry, and was slapped in the face.

"X's be honest with me."

There was another "pa", this time it must have hurt more from the sound, but Qu Tongqiu didn't feel it at all.

Struggling to raise his head from the confusion, he realized that the slap was on the bald face who was digging out his pocket.

"Old, boss!"

Ren Ningyuan only took a slap, then withdrew his hand, frowned, wiped it, and put it in his pocket.Naturally, someone next to them came up to do the next work, let them see that the current students are not all weak and talented, dragged them aside and beat them half to death.

"Boss..." Qu Tongqiu took over the returned old wallet, almost crying with gratitude.

Ren Ningyuan smiled and said, "I can't see that you run quite fast."

Just as Qu Tongqiu was in shock, he hurriedly stretched out his hand and said, "Boss, this is for you."

He kept holding the bamboo skewer for meat skewers out of instinct, but he just ran all the way. He might have used it as a weapon when he was struggling just now, but now there are only a few pieces of meat hanging on it.

Seeing the tragedy clearly, Qu Tongqiu was heartbroken and disappointed, and also afraid that Ren Ningyuan would get angry.He was only willing to buy meat when he got the money today. He ate carrots for half a month because he had no money to spend.

Ren Ningyuan said "Oh", and actually picked a slice and ate it, and said with a smile: "Well, I received the wish. Thank you."

Seeing Qu Tongqiu's grateful expression again, he smiled again: "No need to do this. If you are sold out, who will buy me breakfast."

Qu Tongqiu was very grateful, and followed Ren Ningyuan more attentively than before, almost becoming Ren Ningyuan's little tail, a personal follower, even Ren Ningyuan would wait outside when he went to the bathroom.

And as long as Ren Ningyuan gave a slight signal, he would leave obediently and wisely when it was time to avoid, and he knew how to advance and retreat.What's more, he doesn't gossip, doesn't bother people, uses his ears more and less his mouth, is diligent in his hands and feet, and most importantly, he is loyal.After a period of time, he became the default and recognized Ren Ningyuan's little brother.

Ren Ningyuan smiled and told Chu Mo that he would protect him because he was already useless to a certain extent, and it would be unbearable to continue being useless.Qu Tongqiu found it strange, never thought that his "worse" could come in handy.There are times when he benefits from other people's "unbearable".

Even if he is like him, he feels that being wimpy is not a manly quality.A man should be like Ren Ningyuan, and Ren Ningyuan is the male image he aspires to be, his idol target.

Just like other roommates put up football star posters and put the secret history of corporate tycoon's success next to the pillow, he also cut out the part of the newspaper about Ren Ningyuan (the award-winning report of participating in the inter-school tennis competition) and kept Ren Ningyuan's photo Put it in your wallet.

Ever since he became Ren Ningyuan's servant with his perseverance, Qu Tongqiu felt that he knew more people. Those classmates who didn't dump him before even asked him to go drinking together.

As students, most of us were quite innocent when it came to women.Qu Tongqiu's college has very few girls, and it has become a very popular activity to go to the liberal arts college where the proportion of girls is too large to find beauties.When hungry and thirsty and unable to get in, it is not uncommon for people to randomly pick a number in the female dormitory according to the phone book on campus to ask for a fellowship.

The people who asked him to drink just wanted to socialize with the girls from the Chinese Department, so somehow they called him.Qu Tongqiu didn't dare to think that he would be destined for a woman, it doesn't mean he doesn't yearn for it.With the idea that it would be good to even have a look, he followed.

The two groups met, and to be honest, they were a group of boys who had nothing to say except their glib tongue, and Qu Tongqiu was the type that lowered the overall average score.

However, the girls on the other side are quite beautiful and outstanding. If they don't perform well, there is basically no hope of getting a phone call.

But Qu Tongqiu saw that they were all well-prepared, obviously they came prepared.After chatting for a long time, the boy who brought him said: "Speaking of which, Ren Ningyuan originally wanted to come together today. It's a pity that there is something temporary. It's his loss that he didn't come to meet you."

Qu Tongqiu was taken aback, but the girls reacted faster than him.

"is that a lie!"

"You mean the president of the student council?"

"You know him well?"

"It's okay, he's just a good brother. Looking for me is the same as looking for him."

Qu Tongqiu thought in horror while listening, even Chu Mo, the former chairman, would never dare to speak of Ren Ningyuan in such a tone, calling Ren Ningyuan a "boy".I don't know what the origins of these unrevealed boys around me are.

"How is it possible! I often see Ren Ningyuan on the road, but I have no impression of you at all."

"Bragging, you guys are all like this."

"It's not good to doubt people randomly," the boy grabbed Qu Tongqiu, "I'm just keeping a low profile, otherwise, he should look familiar to you, right?"

Only then did Qu Tongqiu know what his function was, but it was too late to distinguish.The girls are all looking at him seriously.

"Speaking of it this way, it seems that it's really that...little fat man..."

"The one who always follows Ren Ningyuan."

"It's pretty cute up close."

The atmosphere finally warmed up.

Although Qu Tongqiu has always known that Ren Ningyuan is not only good at making boys submit, but also admired by girls, but it was only at this time that he saw the power of the name "Ren Ningyuan" to turn stones into gold.

Thanks to "Ren Ningyuan", they successfully obtained the phone numbers of the beauties, and the next date is also available.

But there is no Qu Tongqiu's share.Because he kept nagging after the fact: "This is not good, in the name of Ren Ningyuan, and lied to them..." In the end, everyone unanimously decided to kick him out of the friendship.

Afterwards, Qu Tongqiu also forgot about it, and as soon as dinner time came, he ran to the newly opened most popular student restaurant to help Ren Ningyuan get a seat.Ren Ningyuan likes places with a good view by the window.

As soon as he entered, he found that Chu Mo was also sitting by the window.As soon as Qu Tongqiu was bitten by a snake, he immediately got goosebumps and walked over stiffly. While he didn't notice him, he quickly chose a place to put a schoolbag to indicate space.Then I was going to order two stir-fries that Ren Ningyuan liked.

"Hey, little fat man," Chu Mo said ferociously as he knocked on the table suddenly, "Come here, I have something to ask you."

Qu Tongqiu was so frightened that he immediately moved in the opposite direction. Seeing that Ren Ningyuan was also walking in, Qu Tongqiu hurried forward as if seeing a savior: "Boss!"

Chu Mo mocked, "Tsk, you're Ning Yuan's bodyguard."

Ren Ningyuan smiled noncommittally, walked over and sat opposite Chu Mo, and turned to Qu Tongqiu: "There is no need to occupy a seat, I will eat with Chu Mo."

Qu Tongqiu hurriedly answered "Yes" and carried his schoolbag back.

Chu Mo picked up some food with his chopsticks: "Let me tell you, Xiaopang, you are very courageous. Using Ning Yuan's name to pick up girls? You have more talents than I imagined."

Qu Tongqiu immediately turned pale with fright.

"Come here, replace wine with tea. I'll toast you. I thought you were as courageous as mung beans. I misread you. How about it? With Ning Yuan's name, you are very beautiful outside, and you must be in every position. I Are you right?"

Ren Ningyuan tapped his chopsticks: "Stop making trouble. When do you talk with a gun and a stick? Eat."

Seeing that Ren Ningyuan didn't seem to care about it, Qu Tongqiu relaxed a little, but he didn't hear Ren Ningyuan talking to him, so he was still worried and stood still and didn't dare to leave.

After a while, Ren Ningyuan waved to him.

Qu Tongqiu ran over happily, and heard Ren Ningyuan say, "Go and buy four cans of cold beer."

Qu Tongqiu immediately trotted to buy it.After the beer was brought back, the two chatted over the drink and food, and did not speak to him again, so Qu Tongqiu waited anxiously until they finished eating.

The two left the restaurant, and Qu Tongqiu followed Ren Ningyuan as usual.

When I went downstairs, I met some first-year freshmen. Needless to say, Chu Mo, Ren Ningyuan and Qu Tongqiu, who had been promoted to sophomores, were now their seniors.The immature boys all greeted them respectfully, and also called "Senior Qu".

Qu Tongqiu was overjoyed, it was rare to be respected by others, and couldn't help saying happily: "Boss, they are also very polite to me."

Ren Ningyuan smiled: "Haven't you ever learned the word 'fox pretends to be tiger'?"

Even though Ren Ningyuan remained calm, Qu Tongqiu finally noticed his displeasure.

It is a serious crime to use his name to bluff and cheat, and he deserves to be repaired no matter what.I can only hope that Master Ren Ningyuan will have a lot of people, and when his anger passes, he will stop fussing with these little people.

The weather gradually became hotter, and the class planned to organize a group trip to the sea on the weekend, Qu Tongqiu was very excited. City C is located inland, and he has never seen the sea since he grew up.The fantasy of swimming in the blue sea was too tempting, and for a moment I was full of energy, and excitedly helped Zhang Luo.Contacting ships, renting tents, and trivial errands and manual tasks were almost all left to him.

At noon on the day of going to sea, everyone was summoned, and the squad leader announced solemnly:
"Students, there is bad news. The number of slots has changed. The money we paid was much less. It was an ultra-low student price, so there was no room for negotiation. They made it up, and now there is still one slot missing."

Everyone was silent at once.

"Either one less person can go, or everyone can't go. I don't think we can just give up like this."

Everyone responded with "yes, yes".

"So I can only see which brother sacrificed for the class. Is there anyone who volunteers? Let's carry forward the style."

Everyone fell silent.Everyone doesn't know how much they look forward to this trip to sea, and only fools will "promote style" at this time.

"If there is no voluntary one, then everyone can offer their opinions."

Saying this is tantamount to not saying it.When everyone is together, no one wants to offend others in person, nor does he want to be offended himself.

Suddenly the squad leader said in a half-joking tone, "Qu Tongqiu, haven't you been in a tight financial situation recently? Why don't you go and save that money."

Several people laughed in acknowledgment.Persimmons are naturally soft, and Qu Tongqiu is the softest one, so there is nothing to be afraid of offending him.

Qu Tongqiu was surprised when he heard the words: "But I really want to go."

"Everyone wants to go, don't they? But there has to be one person who quits," the squad leader smiled, in a negotiable tone, "Otherwise, who do you think is more appropriate to quit?"

This time, he skillfully threw the hot potato to him, and everyone immediately stared at him, for fear of saying their names from him.

The squad leader encouraged: "It's okay, what do you say, bring it up as a reference. We will consider it."

There was an embarrassing silence in the audience, and Qu Tongqiu refused to give up, so there must be someone among them who will be named, and no one is sure if it will be him.

Very subtly, Qu Tongqiu suddenly found that the rest of the people stood opposite him in the same hatred, and everyone became hopeful that he would quit.

"Yeah, forget it, you can't pay that much money."

"You're so hungry and thin, how pitiful. There's nothing interesting on the island. Why don't you save your money and buy something delicious?"

In the end, Qu Tongqiu had to carry his things alone, and returned to the dormitory sadly. After thinking about it, he couldn't understand how he could become everyone's enemy even though he was careful not to offend anyone.

Pushing open the door of the dormitory, I saw Zhuang Wei inside at a glance.

Qu Tongqiu was taken aback, because it had been a long time since he and Zhuang Wei had met in the dormitory, maybe it was because they both deliberately avoided each other, and they could not see each other under the same roof.

But now he didn't even think about the embarrassment with Zhuang Wei, he just sat down on the bed sullenly, and started to take out everything.

The room was quiet, while Qu Tongqiu was packing up his things, he suddenly heard Zhuang Wei say, "Aren't you going to go to sea?"

"There are not enough seats." Qu Tongqiu felt sad as he said that, he turned around and hung the empty bag back on the bed, and he didn't want to talk to Zhuang Weiduo either.

Zhuang Wei immediately understood: "Not enough? Then how do you decide who won't go? Draw lots?"

"..."

"Isn't it just looking for you to be taken advantage of? You are too cowardly!"

Qu Tongqiu was so disappointed that he didn't have the energy to argue with him, so he took out his lunch box and prepared to buy food.

When he walked to the door, he suddenly heard Zhuang Wei say:

"Hey, do you want to go to Island H to play?"

"No."

Zhuang Wei was very displeased: "Why?"

"It's too expensive to go there."

"It's fine if I don't pay the money."

Qu Tongqiu was quite surprised, and looked back at him: "Huh?"

Zhuang Wei was a little embarrassed, but his tone was still very proud: "Cut, it's not a big deal to me. I'll take it as an apology to you, and that matter will be written off."

He spoke the last sentence quickly, but when Qu Tongqiu remembered what happened that night, goosebumps stood up, and his face became hot with embarrassment.

"I, I won't go."

Zhuang Wei said angrily: "What do you mean? You don't want to write it off, and you still have to get involved with me?"

Qu Tongqiu hurriedly backed away and said, "One write-off, of course one write-off."

While talking, someone opened the door and came in, but it was Chu Mo.

(End of this chapter)