Before even reaching the small square in front of the apartment building, I saw a crowd of students gathered around a row of tables in the distance, mostly boys, yet nobody dared to step forward. Buffalo and Grasshopper and I observed for a moment. Standing behind those tables were several girls from the Indigo faction, and naturally, the most dazzling were Ouyang Qian and Su Xue. Although they were dressed conservatively today, the inherent sexiness beneath their clothes was subtly revealed.
After a brief discussion, we decided I would go first to break the ice, with the other two following closely behind to create a sensation. If the other students still held back, we would return to the supermarket to buy a pile of gifts, and whoever accepted condoms would also get a gift—that was certainly better than flashing cash.
Ouyang Qian and Su Xue spotted me from afar and waved frantically. I mustered my courage and walked into the "AIDS Prevention, Life Safety, Condom Distribution Assembly" under the intense, "enthusiastic" gaze of the surrounding crowd.
With someone taking the lead, even the male onlookers who hadn't intended to take condoms wanted to see the spectacle. Furthermore, some had already recognized me as the owner of the infamous paw from the forum, and everyone was eager to see which behind would suffer a painful fate this time. Thus, a circle of people followed, surrounding the venue.
Ouyang Qian jumped up excitedly and said to Su Xue, "Look how capable our junior brother is! He immediately drew such a crowd, so much better than your so-called friends. I called them several times and they refused to come."
Su Xue was unresigned. "Zhao Qian isn't just your junior brother, Ouyang Qian. I knew him first, and you only met him through me!"
Ouyang Qian thought to herself, So what if you knew Zhao Qian first? He still fell for me first. "Fine, your relationship is extraordinary; you two are truly inseparable friends who fight side-by-side."
Su Xue slipped her arm around Ouyang Qian's waist. "No matter how close I am to our junior brother, it can't compare to us. We are truly inseparable. I want more tonight, so you must satisfy me, okay?"
Ouyang Qian blushed. "Hurry up and shut your crow’s beak before someone overhears!"
On one table lay a large pile of boxed condoms, and beside them were female contraceptive films. The Student Union Publicity Department had even organized an AIDS prevention speech, but since the students weren't stepping forward, it couldn't proceed normally. Seeing a few girls standing there silently, faces flushed, holding stacks of anti-AIDS materials, I walked over to them first.
"Excuse me, classmates, could I have a pamphlet to look at? As a normal man, for the sake of my future happiness, I must study this information."
A female student, blushing, handed me the first pamphlet of the day. I glanced at it and turned back to the surrounding students. "What are you all still standing around for? Hurry up and grab a pamphlet to study! Otherwise, when AIDS finally finds you, it’ll be too late to cry. Right now, contracting this disease is equivalent to a death sentence from the Grim Reaper; there's no cure!"
A male student in the crowd called out, "We’re not promiscuous like you! We’re all still virgins, how could we get AIDS!"
Xu Hu and Chen Chao, mixed in the crowd, interjected, "That's wrong. AIDS isn't only transmitted sexually; everyone knows that. Blood transfusions account for the most transmissions. I think learning prevention knowledge is completely necessary; don't make such a low-level joke like this classmate."
Someone agreed, "Right, we’re here to learn about AIDS prevention, not just grab condoms. Everyone take one back to look at."
So, with a rumble, everyone took a pamphlet. Seeing that the crowd was starting to warm up, I continued to guide them: "Classmates, what do you think is the most important tool for preventing AIDS?"
Chen Chao asked, "What is it?"
"Condoms!"
The crowd erupted. I casually picked up a box of condoms from the table and held it up for everyone to see. "Don't look down on this rubber balloon. With this, you don't have to fear the invasion of the HIV virus, let alone all sorts of syphilis, gonorrhea, venereal warts, cauliflower virus, etc. Spending one minute a day adding a layer of safe protection for yourself and your girlfriend is a good thing for her, for you, and for everyone. Everyone take one box back—if you're sick, you get treated at the hospital; if you're not sick, you prevent sickness. Most importantly, this small rubber balloon can ensure you don't become an unwed father. Otherwise, showing up to college with a son in tow won't be fun. Buying this box of condoms at the pharmacy costs at least 10 yuan. Today, no one can take more than one box—a limited amount. If you use them well, buy more at the pharmacy next time. The happiness of your family and children depends on it!"
My speech caused a huge stir below. Someone hidden in the crowd shouted at me, "I’d like to ask classmate Zhao Qian, are you planning to take one box back to use with Ouyang Qian?"
That shout stunned the girls from the Publicity Department; they hadn't seen last night's forum post. However, most of the boys below had seen it, and they all started whispering while pointing at Ouyang Qian.
Su Xue also asked Ouyang Qian, "What's going on? Why are they dragging you into this?"
Ouyang Qian didn't quite grasp where their relationship had been exposed. "How should I know?"
With things having reached this point, the relationship between me and Ouyang Qian couldn't be hidden anymore; at least half of Longteng University knew. I might as well give them a shock. I strode forward and pulled Ouyang Qian out from behind the table, making her strike a rather alluring pose in front of everyone.
"Classmates, using condoms is a sign of respect for your girlfriend and respect for nascent life. Whether you used condoms during intimacy before or not, starting from this moment, I advocate that everyone takes action. Bring one condom with you every time you date your girlfriend. Right now, I will have Ouyang Qian give me a box of condoms, and I will also carry one with me on every date. Using condoms is a great service to the country and the people; don't be shy. Show the courage of New Era youth and face reality bravely!"
Ouyang Qian hadn't expected me to be so bold, publicly confirming our relationship in front of so many classmates and asking her to give me condoms. While the crowd was in chaos, she tugged at my clothes, demanding, "Are you crazy! Now even Su Xue will guess our relationship!"
"It can't be hidden anymore, wife. Go look at the forum. The picture of me fondling your backside has been exposed. From now on, be openly my woman, Zhao Qian."
"Ah! What happened by the rockery yesterday afternoon? I hate this! How could this happen? How will I explain this to Su Xue and Chenchen!"
The crowd gradually quieted down. I quickly urged Ouyang Qian, "Don't talk about that now. Strike while the iron is hot! Quickly give me a box of condoms, and then use this opportunity to encourage everyone else to take some."
Ouyang Qian smiled flirtatiously, "Is one box enough for you? Do you want me to open a backdoor and give you two?"
Before I could answer, someone shouted from below, "Classmate Zhao Qian, do you admit Ouyang Qian is your girlfriend? I heard your relationship with Zhou Ni from the Agricultural Science department is also unusual. Can you explain it to everyone here? Do you all want to know?"
"We want to know! Speak up quickly, and we'll each take a box of condoms!"
I sobered up and said, "That question is very simple. Ouyang Qian is my girlfriend, and Zhou Ni is too. Are you all satisfied?"
Boom! The crowd erupted again. Luckily, no one had prepared rotten eggs today, or the supporters of Zhou Ni and Ouyang Qian would have pelted me with them.
"Zhao Qian, you're so bold to reveal a relationship with three women. Aren't you afraid they'll all leave you?"
"I am afraid, which is why I have to treat them twice as well to keep their hearts. Using condoms is one way to cherish them."
"So, you've had sexual relations with both of these Golden Flowers?" a classmate dared to ask.
I told a white lie, "No, but I think I definitely will in the future, so preparing a box of condoms is completely necessary! Don't you all agree?"
The scene became chaotic again for a moment. Fortunately, Longteng University students are generally well-behaved; otherwise, they would have rushed forward and trampled me flat, as I had announced my intention to claim two Golden Flowers.
The other students might believe my lie, but Su Xue wouldn't. She stamped her foot. "Good Qianqian, you kept me in the dark for so long! I don't even know where you two sneaked off to fool around twice last night. You infuriate me!"
Since the matter had reached the point where it couldn't be concealed, Ouyang Qian dropped her shyness. She picked up two boxes of condoms from the table and walked towards me with deep affection. The area instantly became deathly quiet; everyone watched the vixen Ouyang Qian.
"This box is for you. This box is from me on behalf of little sister Zhou Ni. Remember to bring them on your next date." Ouyang Qian's words were incredibly captivating, making the boys below feel utterly heartbroken.
A boy who had been secretly in love with Ouyang Qian for a long time jumped up and started cursing. Some quietly walked away without a word. More were thinking how wonderful it would be if their girlfriends gave them a box of condoms just like that.
Xu Hu and Chen Chao seized the opportunity and shouted, "Give us a box each! It's better to be safe than sorry. Once
"Minister," one of them said, "I never would have guessed your boyfriend was such a wealthy man. When you eventually become the boss's wife, don't forget us sisters.
Give us a little look-out if you get the chance." Su Xue chimed in without missing a beat, "Qianqian, I'm completely counting on your sugar daddy husband from now on; you two won't be able to shake me off. In the future, I'll be bringing my own husband around to dine off you two." Ouyang Qian beamed, looking as happy as a blooming flower, which in turn made my own heart swell with satisfaction.
This just proves that a man has to strive and fight hard in life; without a solid material foundation from success, how can one possibly give a girl happiness and joy? On the way, Su Xue quietly whispered to me, "Junior Brother, how many rounds do you plan on having with Qianqian in the restroom this time?
I absolutely have to get in there ahead of time and lie in wait to watch your little show. I hear you're quite the powerhouse." Good heavens, Ouyang Qian would even discuss something like that with Su Xue.
They truly are the kind of best friends who can talk about absolutely everything.