Huayu: I really am a genuine top star.

Chapter 11 See no evil, see no evil...

Shen Li and Yang Yi exchanged a glance, silently remaining silent. Everyone has their own ambitions; Jing Shao has lofty aspirations, while they should focus on solving their basic needs first.

Two days later, Shen Li received an order for "delivering protein powder to gyms and fitness centers".

The reward was 20 yuan, and the location was the fitness area of ​​the school gymnasium. Having learned from her experience in the dance rehearsal hall last time, Shen Li was much calmer this time, and she headed over carrying two tubs of protein powder.

The gym's fitness area was well-equipped and quite crowded, filled with the smell of sweat and metal. Shen Li found her designated locker area and called the guy who had placed her order.

"Feed? I'm here. Which row of cabinets are you in?"

"The innermost part, next to the weight room! The one in the gray vest!" The voice on the other end of the phone was a little breathless, with the clanging sound of a barbell hitting the ground in the background.

Shen Li carried the protein powder toward the strength training area.

Good heavens, this place is a veritable "meat forest"! One after another, burly men, shirtless or wearing tight vests, are huffing and puffing as they lift weights, their bronze skin glistening with sweat, muscles bulging, veins popping, exuding the most primal masculine power. Shen Li felt like a little chick who had wandered into a predator enclosure.

They found a guy wearing a gray vest. He was a muscular man who had just finished a set of bench presses. His chest muscles were heaving, and his arms were thicker than Shen Li's thighs.

Shen Li handed over the protein powder, and the burly man patted him on the shoulder (the force making Shen Li grimace): "Thanks, bro! Perfect timing, needs to replenish after work!"

Shen Li scanned the QR code to collect the payment and was about to slip away when her gaze inadvertently swept over the yoga area next door. That glance made her stop in her tracks.

The yoga area and the weight training area are separated by a glass wall, and it seems warmer inside. Several girls are doing yoga under the guidance of an instructor.

They wore all sorts of tight-fitting, soft yoga clothes in bright colors, which perfectly accentuated their body curves.

Some were doing Downward-Facing Dog, their buttocks sticking out high and their backs forming a beautiful arc; others were practicing Dancer Pose, their bodies bending backward into an amazing arc, their chests standing proudly upright; and yet another was doing the splits, their legs straight and flat on the ground, displaying their flexibility and range of motion.

Because of the large range of motion and the profuse sweating, the thin yoga clothes clung tightly to the skin, making the contours and details of certain parts almost clearly visible.

With each breath, their bodies rose and fell, exuding a quiet yet powerful allure. Sunlight streamed through the glass windows, gilding their skin with a golden hue, and sweat slowly trickled down their necks, collarbones, and lower backs…

Shen Li felt her throat was a little dry and quickly looked away.

Don't look, don't look... This gym is truly "both academically and athletically gifted," showcasing both wild displays of strength and the ultimate allure of flexibility. This part-time job offer is packed with information!

He practically fled the stadium, his mind still flashing back to those powerful muscles and supple, graceful curves.

On one hand, there's the testosterone-fueled assault of the muscular men in the strength training area, and on the other hand, the visual bombardment of the flexible bodies in the yoga area—it really tests one's willpower.

"It seems that 'Flash Delivery Campus' is not only a money-making tool, but also a 'window into the diverse aspects of campus life'."

Shen Li shook her head with a wry smile.

"Well, the twenty dollars I earned today felt like watching a R-rated movie, with 4D surround sound."

He wiped the sweat from his forehead, unsure whether it was from the heat or the stimulation. His phone chimed, the app notification sound pulling him back to reality.

Twenty yuan is enough for two meals of potato shreds rice at the cafeteria, plus a tea egg.

Shen Li was about to stroll towards her dormitory when her phone vibrated again. This time it wasn't an app, but a notification from the counselor in the class group chat:

"Dear students, next Monday's Basic Performance class will feature our first impromptu skit assessment. The theme will be drawn on the spot, so please be prepared. Your score on this assessment will be included in your final grade."

Good heavens! The class group chat exploded instantly.

"Oh no! An impromptu skit?! I can't even memorize my lines properly!"

"Oh no, I'm socially awkward. Improvising is going to kill me!"

"Any pros want to team up with me? I need help getting carried!"

Jing Yang was the first to jump out, posting a "calm" emoji with the caption: "Improvisation is all about flashes of inspiration and serendipitous moments. Don't panic, everyone. Watch me show you how it works."

Shen Li stared at her phone screen, her lips twitching. Young Master Jing's confidence was utterly astonishing.

However, he also knew that impromptu skits test one's ability to react on the spot and accumulate observation skills; simply memorizing lines is not enough.

I'm not lacking in "observation skills" myself; I've been "observing" the vibrant life on campus quite a bit these past few days while delivering packages.

"I need to do some research beforehand," Shen Li pondered. "At least I need to prepare a few universal character templates so I can fit them in later."

Just then, someone tapped me on the shoulder. I turned around and saw Xiong Rui from the next dorm room, the muscular guy from the martial arts major.

He wasn't shirtless today; he was wearing a tight-fitting, quick-drying T-shirt, and the outlines of his chest and biceps were still clearly visible, like he had stepped out of a comic book.

"Shen Li! What a coincidence!" Xiong Rui grinned, revealing a set of bright white teeth. "I just saw you coming out of the gym. Did you go to work out too?"

"No, no, no, I'm delivering packages." Shen Li waved her phone. "Flash delivery to campus, earning some pocket money. What about you? Off to practice your martial arts?"

"Mmm! I just finished two sets of boxing, and I'm all sweaty. Feels great!"

Xiong Rui patted his muscular chest, making a dull "thump" sound.

"By the way, can your Flash Delivery service deliver martial arts equipment? I ordered a staff online, and it arrived at the West Gate, but I'm too lazy to pick it up."

"Sure! Absolutely!" Shen Li's eyes lit up. Business was knocking! "You place your order, I'll take it, and I guarantee it'll be delivered to your dorm door, no problem!"

"Alright!" Xiong Rui immediately took out his phone and placed an order.

Shen Li answered immediately, and the two smiled at each other, thus completing the deal.

"Shen Li, you're quick-witted!" Xiong Rui gave her a thumbs up. "Unlike us martial artists, who are so single-minded. If you ever need any heavy lifting, just call me. I have so much strength I don't know what to do with it."

"Okay, Brother Xiong! I feel much more at ease knowing you said that!" Shen Li said politely, but her mind was already racing with calculations.

Xiong Rui, a martial arts major, possesses exceptional combat skills and a forthright personality. He's a valuable "strategic resource"!

In the future, if there are any situations that require "physical persuasion," with Brother Xiong in charge, the sense of security will surely increase dramatically.

"But Brother Xiong," Shen Li's eyes darted around as she tentatively asked, "what do you martial arts majors do after graduation? Become instructors? Work as stuntmen in movies?"

Xiong Rui scratched his head: "I guess so. My senior brother works as a stuntman at a film studio. I heard it's quite lucrative, but dangerous. As for me, I haven't decided yet. I'll focus on honing my skills first."

Stunt double? Film studio?