Chapter 280
Xu Lin left Su Qingwan’s home, got on his electric scooter, and headed quickly in the direction of his place.
Although “quickly” was relative—he was going at about 20 kilometers per hour. The speed limit was set, and the scooter seemed to be running low on power. The 20% battery warning light was already on, and if it died halfway, he’d have to push it home. There was no way he’d meet his midnight deadline in that case.
It was a bit chilly, with the wind biting at him, but Teacher Su’s scarf did make a difference.
Wrapped warmly, he could take in the surroundings with ease. The light snowfall brushed against his cheeks, and everything around him was adorned in a soft layer of snow. The ground, covered in its silvery-white coat, sparkled like crystal under the streetlights.
The serene view of the snowy forest and water in the still night brought a sense of calm. For a moment, it felt like the entire street belonged to him.
This scene reminded him of a snowy night in his past life—the only time he’d ever had a real chance to change his fate.
A close classmate of his, unable to get into university, had decided to return home and start a studio to develop a video game. Everyone had supported him—at least emotionally. He had asked many of his good friends to join him.
Getting into university was already the pinnacle of achievement for most people, the reward for years of hard work. Who dared to gamble it all? Who had the courage to take such a risk? They admired him but didn’t dare follow.
Xu Lin had been tempted at the time, but thoughts of his parents ultimately held him back. He chose not to go.