Chén Zhāoyáng won second prize in the English speech contest, a piece of joyful news that immersed both him and Lín Xiǎotáng in happiness. Standing on the podium, Chén Zhāoyáng held his certificate and looked toward Lín Xiǎotáng in the audience, his eyes filled with gratitude. This honor was not only an affirmation of his English proficiency but also the crystallization of their joint efforts. From keeping each other company day and night while preparing for the competition to encouraging one another on stage, this experience made their bond even deeper, adding a sense of firmness and trust to their hazy, unspoken affection.
After the competition, campus life returned to its usual rhythm. Chén Zhāoyáng and Lín Xiǎotáng continued to help each other with their studies and went to help out at the seafood food stall during their spare time, making their lives busy and fulfilling.
However, the peaceful days did not last long before a piece of news spread rapidly across the campus: the Asian Games were about to be held, and the official mascots had attracted immense attention, instantly becoming a hot topic of discussion among everyone.
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