My Soulmate is A Libero
As for the popularity of the men’s volleyball team in China, Qin Chunxiao wasn’t very clear about it. Although he was handsome and every time he went abroad to compete, he had a group of fans surrounding him, loudly acknowledging his status as the most handsome player in the volleyball world.
But in reality, apart from the group of giants like You Ziyu, who were two meters tall or even taller, Qin Chunxiao, standing at 1.8 meters, didn’t stand out much among the students at the 985 university in Shandong. After all, everyone had worked hard to get into college to study, and even if some people gave him a few more glances because of his appearance, the frequency of them paying attention to his blue eyes was higher than his identity as a volleyball player.
Thanks to his environment, Qin Chunxiao’s studies went smoothly. After starting school, he participated in activities and attended classes naturally. Although he had been confessed to a few times, he straightforwardly mentioned that he already had a boyfriend, and the confessions disappeared.
Lu Xuandong, on the other hand, lacked some self-confidence, but his face and family background were exceptionally attractive when it came to attracting admirers.
#No one thinks they can compete with Lu Xuandong#
In September, October, and November, they stayed together in this northern city near the ocean. Every day, they listened to wind chimes accompanied by piano and guitar music, watched the white doves on the rooftop return to eat in the evenings while listening to their cooing, and picked seashells by the beach.
Qin Chunxiao used the seashells he collected to create an island on cardboard, and he painted clouds and a beach with watercolor brushes. On the beach, there were two sheep, one with blue eyes and one with black eyes, both going “baa baa.” These were the young sheep from Guangzhou City, and Qin Chunxiao didn’t mind turning himself into a sheep. This painting was cherished by Lu Xuandong and placed in his office. Anyone who didn’t know would think it was a masterpiece from some auction.
Introduced by Lu Xuandong, Mei Xiangnan and Meng Yuqing came to their home for dinner.
Lu Xuandong personally prepared the meal, and to show his welcome, Qin Chunxiao also made steamed spare ribs and seaweed meatball soup.
Meng Yuqing was surprised when she saw Qin carrying dishes out of the kitchen. “Wow, you can cook too. You’re too polite.”
Qin Chunxiao said straightforwardly, “I can only manage to make a few small dishes. For the big ones, we rely on Dongzi.”
Lu Xuandong made Chrysanthemum Fish and a seafood stew pot, which tasted sweet, sour, and delicious. At this moment, he was in the kitchen working on the final cold dish.
Mei Xiangnan handed over a well-wrapped book, hesitating for a moment, as if unsure whether to call him “brother-in-law” or some other title.
Qin Chunxiao cheerfully said, “Just call me ‘brother.’ In the future, treat me like Dongzi.”
Mei Xiangnan’s expression brightened. “Okay! Brother Chunxiao.”
Qin Chunxiao accepted this title and handed them some fruit. “Great, let’s exchange WeChat contacts, so if you need anything, you can find me.”
Although Lu Xuandong had never explicitly stated how he felt about Mei Xiangnan, based on Qin Chunxiao’s understanding of him, he felt that Dongzi did see this girl as a little sister.
Sure enough, there was no reaction from the kitchen after their conversation, and when they served the dishes, Lu Xuandong casually introduced Qin Chunxiao, saying, “In the future, get along well with Brother Chunxiao.”
In front of his younger siblings, he did appear quite dignified, and Mei Xiangnan obediently nodded.
Meng Yuqing watched this scene and felt relieved. She knew that the bond between these siblings was gradually loosening over time. It wasn’t to say that human traffickers’ crimes weren’t severe, but those people either died or would never have the chance to come before Lu Xuandong again. Lu Xuandong also didn’t intend to let those dark, painful, negative things entangle him. He chose to face the future with a more cheerful and warm attitude.
With his beloved one by his side, the subtle frustration between his eyebrows had unknowingly dissipated. He exuded a bright and cheerful spirit. Perhaps being with Qin Chunxiao was a healing process for him.
Dinner was delicious, and Lu Xuandong also checked Mei Xiangnan’s homework. Meanwhile, Qin Chunxiao chatted about volleyball with Meng Yuqing on the balcony.
“I’ve recently fallen in love. He’s also a retired volleyball player, working as a school doctor at the university. I’m a physical education teacher. We both come from the sports system, and we get along well. In the future, I’ll continue to live a happy life, turning this black-and-white world into a happy one.”
Meng Yuqing said, “You seem to get along well with Lu Xuandong. I think with your current state, even without the connection of soulmates, you will definitely be happy together. You’re an adult now, you’ve already attended university, and you’ve started a relationship. It can be said that you’ve entered a new stage of life. I’m sure you’ve planned out your life, career, and relationships.”
Qin Chunxiao inherited a pair of red wristbands from Meng Yuling. For Meng Yuqing, this was a symbol of her younger sister’s legacy on the volleyball court. It was inevitable that she would care more about her.
Qin Chunxiao said, “Yes, I’ve planned it all out. I’ll continue to focus on playing volleyball in the future. At the very least, I have to finish the Paris cycle to do justice to Lao Niu. If my body allows, I want to strive to participate in three Olympics.”
“Then it’s all about studying well and pursuing marine research in the future. The ocean covers over seventy percent of the Earth’s surface, yet there are still so many mysteries waiting for us to explore.”
Qin Chunxiao’s voice carried in the night breeze. After losing her ability to see colors, Meng Yuqing’s hearing inexplicably sharpened. She realized that this young man’s voice was also melodious. With his three-dimensional features reminiscent of Aphrodite, even though her vision was only in black and white, who could help but admire his beauty?
If Lu Xuandong’s features inherited the dignified and graceful elegance of his mother, Zhao Zhaoyan, then Qin Chunxiao was like a sculpture of a merman under the moonlight, where divinity and wildness combined within him like the tides.
His eyes were like wolf eyes seen through a keyhole, blue and indifferent. It was only when he turned back to look at the indoor lights that a hint of human warmth appeared.
Qin Chunxiao walked toward Lu Xuandong.
This young man wouldn’t give up his career and dreams for the sake of love. Fortunately, they understood and supported each other. Meng Yuqing felt as though an invisible thread had gently bound them together.
It wasn’t the connection brought about by their soulmate status but rather the love they shared that gently tethered their hearts.
She looked up at the wind chimes on the balcony. “If you’re still here and see them so in love, would you feel very joyful?”
The wind chimes swayed in the wind, as if responding to her voice.
Both Qin Chunxiao and Lu Xuandong were not particularly idle. After all, they had their respective studies and work commitments. Occasionally, they had to spend some time apart. Lu Xuandong often had to take flights to the UK or other cities, but Qin Chunxiao didn’t inquire about what he was doing. Nevertheless, Lu Xuandong always voluntarily reported everything to him.
In terms of providing a sense of security, Lu Xuandong did quite well. He was always honest with Qin Chunxiao and was unwilling to hide anything from him.
Around the end of October, the weather finally cooled down to the point where even Qin Chunxiao began wearing long sleeves under Lu Xuandong’s encouragement.
The closet was filled with new clothes purchased by Lu Xuandong. Mainly because his own physique was quite tall, finding well-fitting and good-looking clothes often required custom tailoring. Qin Chunxiao’s clothes were made alongside his, and this had finally allowed him to escape his sporty style.
It’s not that he didn’t look good in sleeveless hoodies and white athletic pants, paired with sneakers, but shirts and trousers gave him a different kind of charm.
Not long after starting school, Qin Chunxiao casually registered for this year’s English Level 4 test, which would take place in mid-December.
Considering Qin Chunxiao had passed the Level 4 test with the help of Lu Xuandong’s tutoring, this exam was bound to be easy for him. The only issue might be that by then, Qin Chunxiao had already left for Russia to play in the Russian Super League.
His wrist injury had healed quite well, but during a medical examination upon returning to China, it was found that he had a mild synovitis. However, as an athlete who trained rigorously every day, the exhaustion had numbed his perception of pain, which was also related to his habit of making abrupt turns without slowing down when chasing after balls.
After finally nursing all his injuries, the Shandong team, with Newton’s request, temporarily took over his training. However, the coaches like Chen Aiguo, Nikolai, and Newton were either experienced or highly skilled, and by late November, Qin Chunxiao still decided to go to Russia.
For him, regardless of whether the Tokyo Olympics would proceed due to unexpected factors, maintaining his competitive state was a matter of utmost importance.
Lu Xuandong had no objections to this. He made a last-minute trip back to China, helped Qin Chunxiao pack his bags, and personally escorted him to Beijing. There, he saw Li Ling running excitedly towards Qin Chunxiao, and the two good friends hugged each other.
“Xiaozai, a new journey is about to begin!” Li Ling was overjoyed, like a big, happy dog about to go out for a romp.
Qin Chunxiao smiled and turned back to look at Lu Xuandong. “Well then, I’m leaving.”
The plane left a streak in the white clouds, and Lu Xuandong stood at the airport with his hands in the pockets of his suit pants, wearing a white windbreaker over it. He had just bid farewell, and his eyes already revealed his longing.
And then, in less than two months, Qin Chunxiao would be returning to China with Er Leng.
They were going to play in the Olympic qualification tournament. It was crucial to win the Asian qualification tournament and secure the first place for the Chinese team to guarantee their spot at the Tokyo Olympics. This was not something to be taken lightly!
Originally, Squid had already taken Liu Yuelou and gone to play at the Beef Burger Club in the United States. But because of the qualification tournament, they rushed back.
The national team quickly regrouped.
Just before leaving, Newton took them to get vaccinated.
Some were puzzled, like Fu Biyang, who wondered, “We’re all in great shape, why do we need shots?”
It wasn’t like they needed vitamin shots; they were getting plenty through their daily diet. It couldn’t be some new drug that athletes weren’t supposed to use, right?
Newton could tell from their expressions what they were thinking. “Don’t overthink it. It’s a new vaccine that’s been trending abroad. They developed it for a recent outbreak of pneumonia. You need to get vaccinated before going abroad.”
Min Yaoyang suddenly realized, “Oh, right! My mom mentioned this. She said Professor Su developed a powerful vaccine, and she was trying to make an appointment for me, but she couldn’t. But those going abroad can get it ahead of time.”
Professor Su was the senior colleague of Dr. Wang, who had taken Qin Chunxiao’s blood. Qin Chunxiao had met her before.
Hearing this information, Little Qin suddenly sensed something was amiss.
Huh? In his previous life, he only knew about the HPV nine-valent vaccine for studying abroad. How come there’s a new vaccine now?
Newton grinned proudly, “Hehe, I had to persuade the leadership for a long time to get this vaccine for our whole team. This vaccine is amazing. It contains a substance that wasn’t there before. With this substance, immune cells can be more precise and targeted in beating various viruses, making them wish they were someone’s grandkids.”
Li Ling chuckled, “So does that mean Xiaozai doesn’t need the shot? His immune system can already beat various viruses like someone’s grandkids.”
My Soulmate is A Libero
As for the popularity of the men’s volleyball team in China, Qin Chunxiao wasn’t very clear about it. Although he was handsome and every time he went abroad to compete, he had a group of fans surrounding him, loudly acknowledging his status as the most handsome player in the volleyball world.
But in reality, apart from the group of giants like You Ziyu, who were two meters tall or even taller, Qin Chunxiao, standing at 1.8 meters, didn’t stand out much among the students at the 985 university in Shandong. After all, everyone had worked hard to get into college to study, and even if some people gave him a few more glances because of his appearance, the frequency of them paying attention to his blue eyes was higher than his identity as a volleyball player.
Thanks to his environment, Qin Chunxiao’s studies went smoothly. After starting school, he participated in activities and attended classes naturally. Although he had been confessed to a few times, he straightforwardly mentioned that he already had a boyfriend, and the confessions disappeared.
Lu Xuandong, on the other hand, lacked some self-confidence, but his face and family background were exceptionally attractive when it came to attracting admirers.
#No one thinks they can compete with Lu Xuandong#
In September, October, and November, they stayed together in this northern city near the ocean. Every day, they listened to wind chimes accompanied by piano and guitar music, watched the white doves on the rooftop return to eat in the evenings while listening to their cooing, and picked seashells by the beach.
Qin Chunxiao used the seashells he collected to create an island on cardboard, and he painted clouds and a beach with watercolor brushes. On the beach, there were two sheep, one with blue eyes and one with black eyes, both going “baa baa.” These were the young sheep from Guangzhou City, and Qin Chunxiao didn’t mind turning himself into a sheep. This painting was cherished by Lu Xuandong and placed in his office. Anyone who didn’t know would think it was a masterpiece from some auction.
Introduced by Lu Xuandong, Mei Xiangnan and Meng Yuqing came to their home for dinner.
Lu Xuandong personally prepared the meal, and to show his welcome, Qin Chunxiao also made steamed spare ribs and seaweed meatball soup.
Meng Yuqing was surprised when she saw Qin carrying dishes out of the kitchen. “Wow, you can cook too. You’re too polite.”
Qin Chunxiao said straightforwardly, “I can only manage to make a few small dishes. For the big ones, we rely on Dongzi.”
Lu Xuandong made Chrysanthemum Fish and a seafood stew pot, which tasted sweet, sour, and delicious. At this moment, he was in the kitchen working on the final cold dish.
Mei Xiangnan handed over a well-wrapped book, hesitating for a moment, as if unsure whether to call him “brother-in-law” or some other title.
Qin Chunxiao cheerfully said, “Just call me ‘brother.’ In the future, treat me like Dongzi.”
Mei Xiangnan’s expression brightened. “Okay! Brother Chunxiao.”
Qin Chunxiao accepted this title and handed them some fruit. “Great, let’s exchange WeChat contacts, so if you need anything, you can find me.”
Although Lu Xuandong had never explicitly stated how he felt about Mei Xiangnan, based on Qin Chunxiao’s understanding of him, he felt that Dongzi did see this girl as a little sister.
Sure enough, there was no reaction from the kitchen after their conversation, and when they served the dishes, Lu Xuandong casually introduced Qin Chunxiao, saying, “In the future, get along well with Brother Chunxiao.”
In front of his younger siblings, he did appear quite dignified, and Mei Xiangnan obediently nodded.
Meng Yuqing watched this scene and felt relieved. She knew that the bond between these siblings was gradually loosening over time. It wasn’t to say that human traffickers’ crimes weren’t severe, but those people either died or would never have the chance to come before Lu Xuandong again. Lu Xuandong also didn’t intend to let those dark, painful, negative things entangle him. He chose to face the future with a more cheerful and warm attitude.
With his beloved one by his side, the subtle frustration between his eyebrows had unknowingly dissipated. He exuded a bright and cheerful spirit. Perhaps being with Qin Chunxiao was a healing process for him.
Dinner was delicious, and Lu Xuandong also checked Mei Xiangnan’s homework. Meanwhile, Qin Chunxiao chatted about volleyball with Meng Yuqing on the balcony.
“I’ve recently fallen in love. He’s also a retired volleyball player, working as a school doctor at the university. I’m a physical education teacher. We both come from the sports system, and we get along well. In the future, I’ll continue to live a happy life, turning this black-and-white world into a happy one.”
Meng Yuqing said, “You seem to get along well with Lu Xuandong. I think with your current state, even without the connection of soulmates, you will definitely be happy together. You’re an adult now, you’ve already attended university, and you’ve started a relationship. It can be said that you’ve entered a new stage of life. I’m sure you’ve planned out your life, career, and relationships.”
Qin Chunxiao inherited a pair of red wristbands from Meng Yuling. For Meng Yuqing, this was a symbol of her younger sister’s legacy on the volleyball court. It was inevitable that she would care more about her.
Qin Chunxiao said, “Yes, I’ve planned it all out. I’ll continue to focus on playing volleyball in the future. At the very least, I have to finish the Paris cycle to do justice to Lao Niu. If my body allows, I want to strive to participate in three Olympics.”
“Then it’s all about studying well and pursuing marine research in the future. The ocean covers over seventy percent of the Earth’s surface, yet there are still so many mysteries waiting for us to explore.”
Qin Chunxiao’s voice carried in the night breeze. After losing her ability to see colors, Meng Yuqing’s hearing inexplicably sharpened. She realized that this young man’s voice was also melodious. With his three-dimensional features reminiscent of Aphrodite, even though her vision was only in black and white, who could help but admire his beauty?
If Lu Xuandong’s features inherited the dignified and graceful elegance of his mother, Zhao Zhaoyan, then Qin Chunxiao was like a sculpture of a merman under the moonlight, where divinity and wildness combined within him like the tides.
His eyes were like wolf eyes seen through a keyhole, blue and indifferent. It was only when he turned back to look at the indoor lights that a hint of human warmth appeared.
Qin Chunxiao walked toward Lu Xuandong.
This young man wouldn’t give up his career and dreams for the sake of love. Fortunately, they understood and supported each other. Meng Yuqing felt as though an invisible thread had gently bound them together.
It wasn’t the connection brought about by their soulmate status but rather the love they shared that gently tethered their hearts.
She looked up at the wind chimes on the balcony. “If you’re still here and see them so in love, would you feel very joyful?”
The wind chimes swayed in the wind, as if responding to her voice.
Both Qin Chunxiao and Lu Xuandong were not particularly idle. After all, they had their respective studies and work commitments. Occasionally, they had to spend some time apart. Lu Xuandong often had to take flights to the UK or other cities, but Qin Chunxiao didn’t inquire about what he was doing. Nevertheless, Lu Xuandong always voluntarily reported everything to him.
In terms of providing a sense of security, Lu Xuandong did quite well. He was always honest with Qin Chunxiao and was unwilling to hide anything from him.
Around the end of October, the weather finally cooled down to the point where even Qin Chunxiao began wearing long sleeves under Lu Xuandong’s encouragement.
The closet was filled with new clothes purchased by Lu Xuandong. Mainly because his own physique was quite tall, finding well-fitting and good-looking clothes often required custom tailoring. Qin Chunxiao’s clothes were made alongside his, and this had finally allowed him to escape his sporty style.
It’s not that he didn’t look good in sleeveless hoodies and white athletic pants, paired with sneakers, but shirts and trousers gave him a different kind of charm.
Not long after starting school, Qin Chunxiao casually registered for this year’s English Level 4 test, which would take place in mid-December.
Considering Qin Chunxiao had passed the Level 4 test with the help of Lu Xuandong’s tutoring, this exam was bound to be easy for him. The only issue might be that by then, Qin Chunxiao had already left for Russia to play in the Russian Super League.
His wrist injury had healed quite well, but during a medical examination upon returning to China, it was found that he had a mild synovitis. However, as an athlete who trained rigorously every day, the exhaustion had numbed his perception of pain, which was also related to his habit of making abrupt turns without slowing down when chasing after balls.
After finally nursing all his injuries, the Shandong team, with Newton’s request, temporarily took over his training. However, the coaches like Chen Aiguo, Nikolai, and Newton were either experienced or highly skilled, and by late November, Qin Chunxiao still decided to go to Russia.
For him, regardless of whether the Tokyo Olympics would proceed due to unexpected factors, maintaining his competitive state was a matter of utmost importance.
Lu Xuandong had no objections to this. He made a last-minute trip back to China, helped Qin Chunxiao pack his bags, and personally escorted him to Beijing. There, he saw Li Ling running excitedly towards Qin Chunxiao, and the two good friends hugged each other.
“Xiaozai, a new journey is about to begin!” Li Ling was overjoyed, like a big, happy dog about to go out for a romp.
Qin Chunxiao smiled and turned back to look at Lu Xuandong. “Well then, I’m leaving.”
The plane left a streak in the white clouds, and Lu Xuandong stood at the airport with his hands in the pockets of his suit pants, wearing a white windbreaker over it. He had just bid farewell, and his eyes already revealed his longing.
And then, in less than two months, Qin Chunxiao would be returning to China with Er Leng.
They were going to play in the Olympic qualification tournament. It was crucial to win the Asian qualification tournament and secure the first place for the Chinese team to guarantee their spot at the Tokyo Olympics. This was not something to be taken lightly!
Originally, Squid had already taken Liu Yuelou and gone to play at the Beef Burger Club in the United States. But because of the qualification tournament, they rushed back.
The national team quickly regrouped.
Just before leaving, Newton took them to get vaccinated.
Some were puzzled, like Fu Biyang, who wondered, “We’re all in great shape, why do we need shots?”
It wasn’t like they needed vitamin shots; they were getting plenty through their daily diet. It couldn’t be some new drug that athletes weren’t supposed to use, right?
Newton could tell from their expressions what they were thinking. “Don’t overthink it. It’s a new vaccine that’s been trending abroad. They developed it for a recent outbreak of pneumonia. You need to get vaccinated before going abroad.”
Min Yaoyang suddenly realized, “Oh, right! My mom mentioned this. She said Professor Su developed a powerful vaccine, and she was trying to make an appointment for me, but she couldn’t. But those going abroad can get it ahead of time.”
Professor Su was the senior colleague of Dr. Wang, who had taken Qin Chunxiao’s blood. Qin Chunxiao had met her before.
Hearing this information, Little Qin suddenly sensed something was amiss.
Huh? In his previous life, he only knew about the HPV nine-valent vaccine for studying abroad. How come there’s a new vaccine now?
Newton grinned proudly, “Hehe, I had to persuade the leadership for a long time to get this vaccine for our whole team. This vaccine is amazing. It contains a substance that wasn’t there before. With this substance, immune cells can be more precise and targeted in beating various viruses, making them wish they were someone’s grandkids.”
Li Ling chuckled, “So does that mean Xiaozai doesn’t need the shot? His immune system can already beat various viruses like someone’s grandkids.”
