Lost An Chuxia
Translated by newbienoona
Edited and proofread by anks
Eyes fall on the innermost window in the toilet. An Chuxia stands up quickly and pats her hips in front of the window. The window is open, and the sunny scenery outside is endless.
But now isn’t the time to enjoy the scenery. She takes a sigh of relief and looks out of the window. This looks silly. She forgot she’s in the fourth floor toilet. If she jumps out of the window, she can make it to the exam; it would be excessive… But is it worth it?
As she gathers her thoughts, she hears a bell
ringing from the outside. There’s no doubt the exams have begun… .
Must! Not! Mind! She curls her lips; it’s nothing but an exam. There are many opportunities to prove one’s self, and a life can’t be traded for an exam.
With this justification, her mind is calmer. She walks around in the toilet, hoping someone will find her before school ends. Someone should find her. At least… Ling Hanyu would come looking for her if she doesn’t return to the Lings. As for Han Qilu… he will manage (without her)!
She becomes irritable, and starts waving off Han Qilu’s shadow in her head. An Chuxia sits back down
down at the corner. She closes her eyes, and quickly falls asleep.
Time passes from seconds to minutes. The huge wall clock hung upstairs keeps oscillating. The world seems to be at peace, despite the darkness.
The students taking the exams find it strange that An Chuxia has disappeared during the test, but no one goes looking for her. They thought she left in a hurry since she’s someone who wouldn’t leave a test. The examiner didn’t ask about her whereabouts either. He glanced at her empty seat and said nothing.
The news of her disappearance spreads so fast. Almost everyone knows An Chuxia has a close relationship with
relationship with the Hans. Even the examiner knows not to offend An Chuxia. So for her to be missing, it’s best to pretend she’s invisible. After all, calling attention (to her disappearance) might cause trouble.
There are multiple opportunities for everyone to find her, but no one does. No one even mentions her.
Soon, the school bell rings. After three exams in an afternoon, everyone is tired and exhausted. The teacher leaves after instructing everyone to go home and rest.
Everyone starts tidying up and picking up their school bags before rushing out of the classroom.
Fei Lixiya is the first to realize An Chuxia is gone. After putting the books putting the books under the table, and pulling out the following day’s textbooks, she rests. She pulls out a piece of bread from under the table and starts snacking. When she was done, she, a girl reading manhua, and three other girls in class responsible for cleaning, are left behind.
She lazily lifts her arms over her head when she realizes something is amiss. She looks to her right and looks at the empty seat.
Then, she recalls a scene moments ago… .
Just as the test bell rang, the students take out their scribbling pads and test papers and head out of the classroom. Still, something felt wrong… .