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We had no choice but to be dragged out by Shuai Dong. It seemed like he already had a destination in mind as he walked ahead. "Where are we going?" I couldn't help but ask him. Shuai Dong gave me a strange, sly smile and said, "You'll know when we get there." Sigh! I really didn't know what this guy was up to.
After walking for about twenty minutes, we finally arrived at our destination. When we looked up, we realized it was the same restaurant where we had taken shelter from the rain last time. "Hey, hey, hey, Dong Ge, so your motives aren't pure after all. Haha!" I teased him. Shuai Dong shot me a disdainful glance and replied, "I just wanted to see that beautiful girl with the captivating eyes, is that wrong?" He then walked into the restaurant, and we followed him inside. "Shuai Dong, you’re treating us, right?" Pang Hao chimed in. "I don’t have that much money; I’m just a student here, splitting the bill," Shuai Dong said without looking back. Tch! This guy is always so stingy. We rented a private room, and the girl with the captivating eyes came in to serve us. When Shuai Dong saw her, his eyes lit up. After knowing him for so long, I finally realized that this guy was quite the lecher; he hid it really well.
"What would you like to eat, gentlemen?" the girl asked politely while holding a pen and a notepad. "How old are you this year, little sister?" Shuai Dong asked casually. The girl was caught off guard by his question and stammered, "Seventeen... why do you want to know..." Her tone suddenly became very nervous. Shuai Dong chuckled and said, "Oh, it’s nothing; just asking to get to know you better." This scene suddenly reminded me of those TV dramas where bullies or rogues tease innocent girls. I quickly stood up to intervene: "Alright, alright, let’s have the menu first; we’ll call you once we decide." The girl looked at me gratefully and said, "Okay, take your time; I’ll step out for now." Hehe, I pretended to be a gentleman as adults often discuss; but anyway, this could be considered a hero saving a beauty.
After the girl left, I turned to Shuai Dong and said, "Dong Ge, can we not act like that? You’re trying to flirt like an adult; aren’t you too mature for your age? No wonder people say our generation is brainless; it’s all because of your filthy thoughts." I criticized Shuai Dong while Pang Hao echoed my sentiments: "Exactly! Did you see how pathetic you looked just now? And you're supposed to be North China's number one Shuai Dong? What a shame."
Shuai Dong got upset upon hearing us: "Hey, hey, hey! What’s going on here? Are you all revolting against me? It was you who pointed out that beautiful girl first! Don’t act all high and mighty; you’re not any better than me! Yes, I wanted to tease that girl and flirt a bit with her; but don’t forget I’m single—I have the right to pursue girls! But you’re different; you already have Xia Ying! That’s called being unfaithful..." "What nonsense are you talking? What do I want with that girl? Nothing at all! I just think her eyes are beautiful and clear—that's it!" I got angry and started arguing with Shuai Dong. "Alright, alright! Let’s not fight anymore; everyone hurry up and order," Jiang Lingfeng and A Fei quickly came over to mediate between us. We returned to our seats and started ordering food. Deep down, I knew my heart only belonged to Xia Ying—of course it had to be only Xia Ying.
Before long, all the dishes were served. The girl came back in and asked if we wanted Coke or juice. Shuai Dong looked at her and said: "Let’s drink beer tonight—bring us five bottles of ice-cold beer." The girl's eyes widened in surprise; she probably didn’t expect us to order alcohol. As she turned to leave, I quickly called out to her: "Wait! Don’t listen to him; his brain short-circuited! He’ll drink all five bottles by himself—bring me a bottle of juice instead! Ling Feng Senior, A Fei, Pang Hao—you guys order what you want." Pang Hao said: "I’ll have Sprite—bring me an ice-cold one." A Fei added: "I want Coke." Jiang Lingfeng also raised his hand: "I want Coke too."
After the girl noted our orders and left, Shuai Dong hurriedly called after her: "Hey guys, what does this mean? Aren't we here to drink? Why is everyone slacking off now? Fine! You all stay here; I'll go get it—little sister, lead the way for me." With that, Shuai Dong followed the girl out. After he left, we began discussing among ourselves: "Do you think Shuai Dong can drink?" A Fei whispered to us. "I don’t know; anyway, I've been in the same class with him since Junior High School Year One and I've never seen him drink before—I don’t know about before Junior High," Pang Hao replied. Jiang Lingfeng added: "So when Shuai Dong brings back the beer later should we drink or not?"
"Brothers! I'm back!" Just then Shuai Dong returned with five bottles of beer. After opening them all up, he placed one bottle in front of each of us. "Little sister, bring five cups!" Suddenly remembering something, he rushed outside shouting. After pouring each of us a glass he raised his cup: "Dream Chasers! Here’s to your success in chasing dreams!" He imitated scenes from TV dramas and downed his beer in one go. As soon as he finished drinking he exclaimed “Wow!” and immediately vomited it back up—thankfully not onto the table or else it would have ruined everyone's appetite. "Dong Ge! Take it easy—drink slowly," I quickly poured him another glass while he wiped his mouth awkwardly with a flushed face: “Well... it was too cold and made me choke a bit; let’s take our time this time.” He raised his cup again and took a sip. I noticed his expression was somewhat unnatural; however seeing Pang Hao and the others drinking too made me take a sip as well.
To be honest, I've always been a good kid so I've never touched alcohol before this moment. After taking a sip of beer I first felt its chill followed by a bitter yet stimulating sensation—it was like soda mixed with bitter melon juice—overall two words described it best: terrible tasting! However after swallowing it down it felt refreshing—a mix of enjoyment and torment. During this meal each of us drank two bottles of beer; this was my first time drinking alcohol in my life—and because of this experience—I fell in love with that feeling.
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