During morning self-study time, Zhang Zhaomu habitually took out his phone, intending to read a novel for a while.
But after hesitating for a moment, he put it back.
Then I uninstalled the " Refined " persona and installed the " Academic Ace " persona.
I used to play on my phone in the classroom because classes were too boring and I needed to find something to kill time, but now it seems there's no need for that anymore.
With the added bonus of being a " Academic Ace," time actually seems to fly by when you're studying.
Moreover, although Zhang Zhaomu was reluctant to admit it, the feeling of knowledge entering his brain at an extremely fast speed was actually quite enjoyable.
When the bell rang, Zhang Zhaomu finally unloaded his " Academic Ace " persona. Since it was no longer mandatory to reinstall it, he didn't plan to dedicate all his free time to studying like he did last week.
And... I also have to follow a workout plan.
He stood up and jumped slightly.
Yes, the aftereffects of my morning run have completely subsided.
"It's time for a good push-up session!"
Since she happened to be sitting in the last row, with the open space behind her in the classroom, Zhang Zhaomu lay down and started doing push-ups.
"One two three..."
"... Eighteen, nineteen, twenty!"
My arms began to tremble violently, and sweat dripped down the tip of my nose.
I can't do it anymore.
Push-ups are quite different from running; they're much more intense. Even with a fast recovery, it can't overcome your inherent physical limitations...
He stood up and met Xiang Qing's curious gaze.
" Zhang Zhaomu, why are you doing push-ups in the classroom?"
Zhang Zhaomu:
Suddenly I feel a bit socially dead.
He coughed lightly, trying to make his expression seem natural. "After studying for so long, it's good to get some exercise."
"You should also exercise, otherwise sitting for long periods of time is bad for your health."
"That makes sense." Xiang Qing readily accepted Zhang Zhaomu's explanation. "Then continue."
Zhang Zhaomu: "... I'll take a break."
"You're tired so quickly?" Xiang Qing tilted her head. "You've only done twenty."
No, how could you say such hurtful things in such an innocent tone?
Who do you think you are!
Zhang Zhaomu felt he was losing face, so he raised his voice and said, "Tired? How could that be?"
"However, there needs to be a proper method to exercise. Twenty repetitions make a set, and then you need to recover to allow your body to achieve the maximum training effect!"
Xiang Qing nodded. "I see, Zhang Zhaomu, you know so much."
"I know a little." Zhang Zhaomu's face flushed, feeling like he was trying to fool a child.
During the morning break, Zhang Zhaomu intermittently completed his push-ups and squats. He figured doing sit-ups in the classroom was inconvenient and would get his clothes dirty, so he planned to do them in bed when he got home that evening.
This behavior naturally attracted the attention of many people in the class, but boys always like to do some strange things, and it was just exercise, so no one thought it was too abrupt.
It's just speculation at most; is the class monitor planning to develop students morally, intellectually, physically, and aesthetically in all aspects?
Of course, a certain Kang Hao, who wished to remain anonymous, had a more sordid idea: he felt this was preparation for taking things further with Duan Chan'er... Of course, he still didn't dare share this with Xu Xiujie.
After lunch break, he still went to find Chen Zhenzhen in the science class first.
"Why didn't you go to the noodle shop this morning?" Chen Zhenzhen questioned as soon as they met. "I called you downstairs at your place, but you didn't answer!"
"I went, but it was a little after five." Zhang Zhaomu shrugged. "Then I went to the track and field to run. When you called me, I probably hadn't gone back yet."
"You? Running?" Chen Zhenzhen's eyes widened. " Zhang Zaowan, what are you up to now? Haven't you always disliked exercise?"
Zhang Zhaomu knew Chen Zhenzhen would react this way, and he joked, "I really don't like it, but I have no choice."
" Chen Zhen, times have changed. When I woke up this morning, I suddenly had a premonition that soon, terrifying beings called 'weirdos' will appear in the world. Their origins are varied: some are human mutations, some are biological mutations, and there is even a one-eyed alien visitor!"
"Some eccentric individuals are capable of destroying a city at will, and could even lead to the extinction of all humanity."
"So I've decided to start exercising today with the goal of saving the world."
From the moment Zhang Zhaomu said "times have changed," Chen Zhenzhen already missed Ye Cao.
Only after Zhang Zhaomu finished speaking did she finally lose her temper and ask, "Are those strange people you mentioned also divided into wolf-level, tiger-level, dragon-level, and so on?"
"Huh? Could it be that you can also foresee the future?" Zhang Zhaomu showed an exaggerated expression of surprise.
"That's right." Chen Zhenzhen rolled her eyes. "Besides, I also know that an invincible bald guy will appear, so saving the world won't be your job."
"How can you be so sure I'm not that bald guy?" Zhang Zhaomu snorted.
Chen Zhenzhen was silent for a moment, then suddenly asked, "So, you're planning to run ten kilometers and do a hundred push-ups every day starting today?"
"Correct answer."
Chen Zhenzhen: "... Whatever makes you happy."
She felt that Zhang Zaowan had been coming up with a new idea every week since she started her second year of high school, and she had gotten used to it.
Let alone just suddenly wanting to try Saitama Training Method, Chen Zhenzhen felt that even if he suddenly said he wanted to learn magic one day, she wouldn't be surprised.
"Don't forget our promise," Zhang Zhaomu suddenly blurted out.
"What agreement?" Chen Zhenzhen was taken aback.
"When I have eight-pack abs—" Zhang Zhaomu chuckled, "That promise you made when you knelt on the ground begging me to show you."
Chen Zhenzhen:
So that's where the root of the problem lies.
No, isn't this person being a little too serious?
Just because of a casual, sarcastic remark, you're actually planning to develop eight-pack abs?
"I'm waiting." She curled her lip. "But let me remind you, the number of abs is actually determined by genes. If you don't have that gene, even if you build up to be a super muscular man, you'll only have six."
"I don't believe it. How could mere genes possibly surpass my daily hard work?" Zhang Zhaomu said with an arrogant and domineering attitude.
"Aren't you embarrassed?" Chen Zhenzhen took a step to the side, looking disgusted. "Besides, with your skinny frame, you're a long way from developing abs!"
"You still dare to humiliate me? Chen Zhen, I'll remember this!" Zhang Zhaomu clenched his fist. "When I return with eight-pack abs, that will be the time to settle accounts with you Chen Zhen!"
"What ever."
After getting his food in line, Zhang Zhaomu casually took out his phone.
Timi.
Chen Zhenzhen immediately looked up, her face full of surprise. "You're planning to play games?"
"Is there a problem?" Zhang Zhaomu said, "You know I can always work while eating."
"That's not the point," Chen Zhenzhen said. "Didn't you decide to study hard? I thought you had already quit gaming."
"How could that be?" Zhang Zhaomu scoffed. "If you give up gaming, what's the point of life?"
Chen Zhenzhen: "... You didn't say that last week."
"I'm not very familiar with myself now compared to last week." Zhang Zhaomu immediately started matchmaking.
"Then..." Chen Zhenzhen hesitated for a moment, "You're not going to study anymore?"
She had mixed feelings at the moment. On the one hand, she was happy that she could play games with Zhang Zaowan again. She had thought that the time she spent playing games together would never come back.
On the other hand, there was a slight sense of disappointment. Wasn't Zhang Zaowan's decision to study hard only because of him? Could this reason only sustain him for a week?
"Study, huh?" Zhang Zhaomu looked up at her. "But can't we just use class time for studying?"
"As for your free time, you should definitely do something you enjoy. Besides, you must have been pretty bored last week since we didn't play games together, right?"
Chen Zhenzhen's hand holding the chopsticks trembled slightly.
So this person... did they figure it out before?
Therefore, it's not that I've given up on learning, but rather that I've chosen a compromise.
"Well... it's alright." She suppressed the surging emotions in her heart and said vaguely, "But, I'm definitely more used to you being like this."
"Study fanaticism, I feel..."
She paused, then finally spoke her mind, "It doesn't feel like Zhang Zaowan anymore."
"That's an exaggeration, calling me a 'study fanatic.' I was just a little carried away last week," Zhang Zhaomu said speechlessly.
"That's more than just a little!" Chen Zhenzhen pouted. "What normal person, when faced with two girls visiting their home, would only think about studying together?"
"Ahem... doesn't that just show I'm a decent person?" Zhang Zhaomu, a little embarrassed.
"Serious?" Chen Zhenzhen got angry at this. "Are you sure you were serious that day?"
Zhang Zhaomu:
"Does this jungler even know how to play?! The enemy has ganked me three times already! And he's still farming!"
" Chen Zhen, wait a minute, I'm really going to put a lot of pressure on him!"