As the summer heat gradually faded, the first day of school approached gracefully. Zhuang Tunan, dressed in a new outfit carefully sewn by his mother, stepped into the familiar courtyard with his head held high. The simple yet well-fitted design of his clothes carried the warmth of home, infused with his mother's love and expectations. He radiated a vibrant energy that instantly drew everyone's attention.
"Zhuang Tunan, come tell us all about it! What's it like at the First High School?" The neighbors gathered around him, their eyes flitting between his new clothes and his face, filled with curiosity. Song Ying urged him with a smile, as everyone eagerly awaited tales from the prestigious school.
Clearing his throat, Zhuang Tunan excitedly began to describe: "The First High School is simply amazing! The campus is like a grand garden, with lush green trees and blooming flowers. The teaching buildings stand tall and majestic, and each classroom is bright and clean, with warm sunlight streaming in. The library feels like a treasure trove of knowledge, with shelves packed full of books on every subject imaginable; I could spend an entire day there and still not have enough time. The playground is vast, featuring a red track and green lawns where everyone runs and plays during gym class—it's always lively! The teachers are incredible too; they explain things so clearly and make learning so much fun!"
The crowd listened intently, captivated by his words, their eyes shining with longing as they murmured their admiration. Suzhou's cheeks flushed as she clenched her small fists and declared, "I definitely want to go to the First High School too!" Her tone was resolute. Xiao Ting nodded eagerly beside her, her eyes sparkling. "I want to go there as well! I’ll become a writer and write about all the fun things that happen at school!"
Zhuang's teacher smiled warmly at Lin Dongzhe and playfully asked, "Lin Dongzhe, do you plan to go to the First High School someday? What do you want to be when you grow up?" Lin Dongzhe tilted his head thoughtfully for a moment before responding earnestly, "I want to be a vendor! That way, when Xiao Ting, Lin Xiaoyu, or Tu Nan's kids come to buy meat, I can let them skip the line so they can get their meat quickly—how convenient!"
His words momentarily stunned everyone before they erupted into laughter. Zhuang's teacher was the first to chuckle, "Lin Dongzhe, that's quite practical of you! Always thinking about how to make things easier for everyone!" His laughter was hearty and filled with affection as he lightly patted Lin Dongzhe on the shoulder, appreciating the child's innocent yet thoughtful idea.
Huang Ling laughed so hard that she wiped her eyes with a handkerchief. "Oh dear! Our Lin Dongzhe has always been clever. You're even thinking about helping your friends buy meat in the future! But being a vendor isn’t just about letting people cut in line; you’ll also have to keep track of sales and organize things—it’s quite busy!" Despite her teasing tone, her eyes were filled with fondness for his pure-hearted wish.
Lin Wufeng also smiled broadly and joked, "Alright then, kiddo! If you really become a vendor one day, we’ll all be counting on you for our meat supply! Just don’t complain when we ask you to pick out the best cuts!" His lighthearted words carried an understanding of Lin Dongzhe's youthful dreams while hinting at expectations for his future.
Xiao Ting doubled over in laughter, hands clutching her belly as she gasped for breath. "Lin Dongzhe! I’m going to come to you every day for meat; you have to save me the best piece and no price hikes!" Her eyes sparkled with playful mischief that reflected their usual camaraderie.
Suzhou smiled softly while tugging at Lin Dongzhe's arm. "Brother, if you become a vendor, you'll definitely be the most caring one! But I still hope we can all get into the First High School together and chase even bigger dreams." Her words conveyed both approval of her brother’s aspirations and a shared hope for their future endeavors.
Amidst their cheerful chatter and laughter, the courtyard was filled with warmth. Lin Dongzhe scratched his head shyly, his cheeks flushed. Though he was teased by his friends, he felt even more determined about his dream. Deep down, he silently resolved to become a vendor who would bring joy to everyone whenever they bought meat—a source of smiles and warmth for all his friends.
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