On the first day of September, a gentle breeze carried the first cool whispers of autumn.
An inflatable archway stood at the East Gate of Xuyuan, bearing a conspicuous banner that read, "With open arms, we warmly welcome the Class of 2012. Welcome to Xuyuan in Xucheng!"
The campus was decked out in festive decorations, creating a lively atmosphere.
Even more new students were arriving to register today than yesterday.
The road outside the gate was packed with private cars. Inside, the campus swarmed with freshmen pulling suitcases, their parents trailing close behind with bags of all sizes. As they walked, they looked around, covertly sizing up this second-tier university in Northern Huian.
Just inside the main gate, the library stood straight ahead, with the laboratory building on the left and the academic building on the right.
