Love is as simple as badminton.

Chapter 7 This world is a giant Lin Xiang.

"Four hundred and ninety-nine...five hundred!"

With Shi Yuqi's final swing, the five hundred high clears practice session officially came to an end.

Although the quality was not very consistent, she completed it in one go, and she actually did it without stopping to rest in the middle.

"That's enough for today."

As Lin Xiang spoke, he extended his racket, and the shuttlecock landed steadily on the racket face.

"Are you free tomorrow, senior?"

"Yes, yes, we haven't started school yet this week. When is a good time for you, junior?"

"Then let's go with 6 a.m. Then. Remember to make sure you get enough nutrition and sleep when you get back, and remember to relax. Recovery is more important than training."

"So you need to stretch properly, right?"

"If you have a foam roller, it's best not to stretch. You can take a longer hot shower, but this should be done before using the foam roller. If you still have energy, you can practice your ball feel, but don't add any high-intensity exercises."

"Okay!"

Shi Yuqi still carefully took notes in her memo, and then imitated the expression of handing water to a big shot, offering the drink with both hands.

"Thank you for your guidance today, Coach Lin!"

"It's alright, you've worked hard too, senior."

Shi Yuqi noticed he was moving his wrists and ankles: "Are you going to do your own training now?"

Lin Xiang nodded: "Mm."

Back in high school, he trained using the time allotted for morning reading and a few self-study sessions.

As a result, he naturally didn't have much time to do his homework. However, he paid close attention in class and had excellent grades, so the teacher tacitly approved of this, considering it a privilege of good students.

University life offers much more flexibility in terms of time, and since there's not much to do during the first week of school, it's relatively relaxed.

"However, there are badminton association events today, so there probably won't be any available courts."

As Lin Xiang spoke, he packed his things into his bag. "If there really isn't a suitable place, I can practice other things in an open space or on the playground..."

"Oh, no need!"

Upon seeing this, Shi Yuqi immediately waved her hand.

"This venue has been reserved by the Badminton Association. You can stay and continue practicing!"

Lin Xiang stopped what he was doing: "Is this alright?"

"Of course it's okay."

Seemingly sensing his hesitation, Shi Yuqi tilted her head and smiled.

"The Badminton Association usually has two or three venues reserved for students on duty, but since school hasn't started yet, only four or five of them came today."

"Besides, everyone's stamina isn't that great, and they all like to play doubles, so one court is enough."

"This last one's just sitting empty anyway, and since you need it for training, you can use it directly."

"I see."

Lin Xiang pulled out his racket again. "Thank you very much, senior."

You're welcome~

Shi Yuqi glanced at the commotion in the distance.

"They're having a bit of a problem over there, I'll go help them out. You go ahead with your training, junior! If anyone asks, just mention my name!"

"Um."

Lin Xiang watched Shi Yuqi leave.

It was already 8:55 a.m., and the stadium was bustling with activity. Several freshmen were gathered around the courts to participate in the event.

Among them, the law school and the physics school have the largest number of students, each occupying four or five courts.

However, it is not the official start of the school season yet, and only a few students from the Badminton Association are on duty.

In comparison, it's a case of too many monks and too little meat.

But then one problem after another arose: one minute they couldn't sign in, the next they couldn't find the ball, then the net suddenly collapsed, then the lights wouldn't turn on...

Lin Xiang's brows gradually furrowed.

His biggest headache is dealing with all sorts of trivial matters in the class or clubs. He feels completely at a loss, so he has always avoided taking on any positions and never takes on extra work. He just does his assigned tasks well.

When all these things happen at once, it's hell within hell! It's definitely not going to be resolved anytime soon.

Why don't you go and help out?

After all, the training ground was provided by her senior.

Lin Xiang put down his racket after thinking for a moment.

Then, he was amazed by his senior's efficiency—

"Students who haven't checked in yet, come find me!"

"Egg, go to the storeroom and get the new tub of balls. It's the second row on the left. I've already opened the door."

"If there are no lights, look at the switch in front. The lights in this area are the seventh switch from the left."

"Adjust the net like this, just turn this gear. If it doesn't turn, it means this part below isn't open. Let me demonstrate again..."

Shi Yuqi's actions were swift and efficient; she resolved all the problems in less than five minutes, like a multi-core processor that was a god of war.

"Thank you so much, boss! I'm so glad you were here today!"

"With just the few of us, I don't know when we'll be able to finish our work."

"I'm sorry, Qiqi, this was supposed to be my responsibility, but I've troubled you again..."

The social event was a great success, and members of the badminton association expressed their gratitude to Shi Yuqi.

"No trouble at all, we're all family~ Just let me know anytime if you need anything!"

Shi Yuqi waved her hand casually.

"Huh? Is there anything else, junior?"

"……fine."

Lin Xiang, who had originally intended to help, quietly retreated back to the court.

"Oh right, junior, wait for me a minute."

Shi Yuqi ran off and disappeared around the corner, reappearing with a brand new AS50EX in her hand.

"Hey!"

Lin Xiang was taken aback: "For me?"

"Yeah, yeah. We were supposed to play against each other today, but you've been the one setting the ball during practice."

Shi Yuqi handed the ball to Lin Xiang with a serious expression.

"Your training intensity is higher than mine, and you use more balls, so those two left definitely won't be enough for you. Take them quickly."

"Thank you very much, senior..."

Lin Xiang really didn't have many balls left, because he had a lot of luggage at the beginning of the semester and only brought one tube with him temporarily. The new balls hadn't arrived yet due to some problems with the logistics.

The training scheduled for the first week mainly focused on non-ball techniques and physical conditioning. This was partly because summer training had already emphasized multi-ball drills, and it was necessary to make periodic adjustments; and partly due to various limitations imposed by the circumstances, this was the only option for the time being.

I didn't expect my senior to be so thoughtful.

"Then I won't disturb your training."

Shi Yuqi gave a thumbs up.

"Good luck, junior!"

"Um."

Lin Xiang put his thoughts aside and quickly immersed himself in training.

The first step is five sets of stationary starting steps to fully warm up the body and activate its elasticity.

Then there are active net play footwork, passive net play footwork, defensive footwork, offensive footwork, and combinations or switching of various footwork techniques...

The sneakers rubbed against the floor, producing a loud and pleasant sound.

I'm in good shape today, looks like the summer training was very effective!

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Time slips away unnoticed.

The social event will be held from 9:00 to 11:00.

However, by 10:30, the freshmen had mostly quieted down.

This is what college students with weak constitutions are like—they sleep during PE class whenever they can, and with a whole month of summer vacation spent playing ball, how can they have the energy to play for a whole morning?

Of course, as the famous worm scholar Xu Yue said, the key point of social gatherings is "connection".

Apart from a few veteran golfers, most participants in this event are there for the social aspect.

For example, Xu Yue didn't stay idle after being "injured" and left the field; he roamed between different courts.

Thanks to his social anxiety, he quickly made many kindred spirits among foreign friends.

However, most of them are players of the card game "Three Kingdoms Kill".

Xu Yue did try to exude his masculine charm and personal charisma, to meet a few beautiful women, and start a romantic youth story.

As a result, every girl asked him if he was Lin Xiang's classmate, if he could have Lin Xiang's WeChat, and if Lin Xiang had a girlfriend...

After all that trouble, Xu Yue returned dejectedly to his small plot of land at the academy.

This world is a giant Lin Xiang.

"Damn it! I'm so pissed off!"

Xu Yue gritted his teeth, but accidentally aggravated the bruises on his leg, causing him to twitch in pain.

"I feel like I've always lived in Lao Lin's shadow!"

"Whose fault is it that you made a fool of yourself?"

Zhao Hao silently groomed his hair, thinking, "He's handsome and plays well, isn't it normal for him to attract more attention than you?"

"You can't say that. Old Lin is just a bit more handsome and taller than me, plays basketball a bit more aggressively, gets up earlier than me, and even brings me breakfast... I... I..."

Xu Yue originally wanted to retort, but in the end, he ended up blushing and getting red in the face.

"I've simply become indifferent to worldly affairs."

"Thinking of the kindness of the godfather of soy milk and fried dough sticks, I am unwilling to fight among my own people."

"Otherwise, with my strength as the top of the ten most handsome boys in Fengman District No. 1 High School, I could easily push an ordinary person to their limit with just a slight move..."

Then came incomprehensible phrases like "I don't care at all" and "I'll just laugh it off," and the stadium was filled with a cheerful atmosphere once again.

"I think they played pretty well!"

Chen Zi pointed to the basketball court next door, where several tough guys were battling it out, making the audience's blood boil.

"Teacher Zhao, how's their skill level?"

"Most of them are better than me, a few are not as good. But they're all pretty strong."

Zhao Hao sighed with emotion, "The Physics Department was the champion of the college league last year. With so many talented newcomers, we can probably defend our title this year."

"What about our department?"

"Our college has only participated a few times, because we can't even fill the minimum number of participants required for the entry list."

"Oh dear, that's a bit tragic."

Several freshmen who love badminton observed a three-second moment of silence to mourn the plight of the small, dilapidated courtyard.

Then they all thought of Lin Xiang, but unfortunately, team competitions aren't something that can be won by a single big shot carrying the team.

"What's so terrible... Oh, speaking of food, I'm a little hungry."

Xu Yue patted his belly and said, "Shall we go eat?"

"So that's the difference between you and Teacher Lin."

Jin Xin silently added, "They're still training hard, while you're thinking about eating."

"Alright, stop hurting Xu Yue."

Zhao Hao laughed, "But it's almost lunchtime. Since everyone's almost done playing, why don't we go grab a bite together?"

"Let's go! I know a place in the cafeteria that serves really authentic braised pork slices, I'll take you there!"

Hao Wenmin is just like Xu Yue, she perked up as soon as she heard about food.

While she and Xu Yue were arguing about whether to eat braised pork slices or sweet and sour pork, Gu Qingqing quietly helped everyone pack their gear.

"By the way, Lao Zhao, should we invite Lao Lin along?"

"Can't you see they're still training? Don't you have any sense of propriety?"

"Even if I wanted to eat, I definitely wouldn't eat with you. Don't you have any self-awareness?"

"Teacher Xu, there's a reason why you're not as good as Teacher Lin."

"%#@￥*&!!!"

After a friendly exchange, the freshmen from the School of Social Sciences left the stadium.

After that, freshmen from other colleges also left one after another.

By 11:10, the huge stadium had fallen completely silent, with only the rhythmic sound of shoes rubbing against the floor remaining.

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