It was nearly 6: 40 when they left Ya Han's villa. The rain stopped gradually, and the sky became bright at dusk. There was a trace of the setting sun in the western sky. The street lamps were lit up, and the surrounding roads and lawns were full of water after the rain.
"Do you still live in the previous small building?" Ya Han asked softly after sending Jiaming out.
Jiaming nodded.
"In a few days … I will go to see Lingjing and Shasha again. I really don't know how to deal with this matter." Ya Han thought and shook her head.
"It's my fault." Jiaming said.
"Have you thought about how to solve it?"
Jiaming laughed, "We live together?"
"It's too difficult …" Ya Han held his hands and laughed, "If you are a billionaire, I don't have to think about other things, and I am willing to be raised by you. But now …" She lowered her head and was silent for a moment, "I just want to let you know that I really don't want to make things difficult for you. At least now … I know that you are still alive, and you have Taotao. I am very satisfied. I don't regret being with you. But from the beginning, I am sorry for Lingjing and Shasha. At that time, if I didn't insist, you wouldn't have slept with me …"
When she said this, she looked at Jiaming with tears in her eyes, "I shouldn't say this, but … I know these things are the most troublesome, and they will make you upset. But you are a man, so you should bear with it …"
Jiaming nodded. She let go of Jiaming's hands, "I can't send you off anymore. Taotao is still sleeping. He will be scared if he doesn't see me when he wakes up … Goodbye …"
"Goodbye."
Standing under the street lamp, Jiaming waved his hands and watched her go back. Just now, he turned around and left after she walked into the villa.
*****
Along the road, they came to the square in front of Sacred Heart College, and then they walked to another road. After the heavy rain, the street lamps were clear and bright. When they turned at the corner of the road on the other side, all the houses were lit up. There were few pedestrians on the road. In the distance, several men and women were sitting and chatting in front of a snack shop. When Jiaming approached, one of the girls stood up and waved her hands. It was Lingjing.
"I met Aunt Chen when I came back. Do you remember her?"
"Jiaming, you are back, too?"
"Hello, Aunt Chen. Uncle Zhang, long time no see."
Jiaming, Lingjing and Shasha lived here for the first time seven years ago. During the three years of high school, they were more or less familiar with the surrounding neighborhood. Aunt Chen, who opened the snack shop, naturally remembered them. Jiaming always had a photographic memory. At this time, he greeted several people next to him one by one. After talking about the recent situation in the past four years, he asked Lingjing, "Where is Shasha?"
"She hasn't come back yet. I came down to buy something and talk with them."
Lingjing said with a smile and turned to others, "Then we will go back first. We haven't eaten yet. Aunt Chen, let's talk another day. Goodbye, Uncle Zhang."
They left hand in hand naturally. They vaguely heard several people saying behind them, "Their relationship is still as good as before."
Lingjing couldn't help but smile and whisper, "Shasha came back at noon. Later, she called me and went out again. She said that she was tidying up some things left behind by Uncle Liu. She will be back later today."
Her tone was calm and indifferent. When she spoke to this point, an imperceptible blush flashed across her face.
"You went back to see Father and Mother Ye today, right?"
"Yes."
Lingjing nodded, "They saw me and heard that I was going to live here. It was very strange. I don't think you can hide your matter for long. What should we do when the time comes?"
The two went home. Lingjing went downstairs to wait for him after cooking. At this time, it was ready to be served after a little heat. There weren't many dishes: mapo tofu, spicy fried pork, seaweed and egg soup. It was a home-cooked dish that she hadn't cooked for a long time. "I haven't cooked for a long time. I don't know if the taste is good. Don't laugh at me."
"In Vienna …" Jiaming hesitated for a moment, "Didn't you cook?"
"I live alone. It's too troublesome to cook by myself. I always go to the cafeteria or order takeout." Lingjing thought for a moment, "Come to think of it, except for yesterday, I haven't used a spatula in four years."
"How was Vienna?"
They sat at the table and began to eat. The two also talked about the things that happened in the past four years. Lingjing spooned the seaweed soup into a bowl with a spoon, "The atmosphere was good, and the environment was good. But … the home was very close. I haven't been able to get used to it. The winter was too cold, but at least I got through it …" She smiled, "I've been wanting to come back and scold you."
"You still want to scold me now?" Jiaming pursed his lips, "Look at how pitiful I am. Don't scold me."
"Okay, I won't scold you." Lingjing looked at him with a smile in her eyes, "Have you really been selling roasted chestnuts this year?"
"Why?"
"I'm wondering if your roasted chestnuts are good."
"It should be … okay. Business has always been good."
"Then let's open a shop selling roasted chestnuts in the future?" Lingjing smiled.
Jiaming nodded, "That's a good idea."
"I don't think so … Don't listen to me. Just decide. Choose what you like to do."
Lingjing thought about it, then blushed and shrugged, "I don't have to be the lady boss of a roasted chestnut shop."
People who were getting older in age and mentality would place their happiness in the memories of the past. Teenagers who pursued excitement would place their happiness in the enjoyment of the present. People who liked to be down-to-earth would place their happiness in the depiction of the future. Ling Jing undoubtedly belonged to the latter.
After entering high school, she had imagined the future of the three of them and spared no effort to build everything in her imagination. Now, she had begun to imagine the future of the three of them habitually.
Although she was still nervous and had an even greater fear because of their separation, there was no doubt that the real future would begin here.
After they finished dinner, they cleaned up the dishes. When Jiaming washed the dishes, Lingjing went to take a shower, followed by Jiaming. When Jiaming came out of the bathroom, it was only eight o 'clock. Lingjing, who was wearing a long white shirt, came down from the sofa and quietly walked in front of him. Her long legs were as white as ivory, and she pressed her hand on Jiaming's chest. Her body was hot, and she trembled slightly. Then, she raised her head and looked at him with a face that was even more beautiful and pure than four years ago.
Time was like a knife. In these four years, the misunderstandings and heartache had caused them to miss each other even more. However, after the initial excitement, time still quietly cut a gap around them. These gaps could not be seen or touched, but it caused them to inevitably feel fear and trepidation. In order to overcome these emotions, there were some things that were undoubtedly the best methods.
She looked at him and said softly, "I want to go to bed."
"Me too …"
He picked her up and walked to the bedroom. The TV was turned off, and the lights went out. There were faint sounds of people and cars on the road outside. After the rain, the night sky was even clearer than before.
Jiaming unbuttoned her shirt, took off her white underwear, and gently kissed her lips. Then, there was a somewhat jerky reaction.
Under the starlight, they gradually, gradually, merged together …
*****
At the same time, it was still daytime in Europe.
Rome, the capital of Italy, the sky was clear and cloudless. This was the most suitable weather for sightseeing. On the streets of the city, tourists from all over the world could be seen everywhere.
On the road outside a restaurant, a couple dressed as a Dongfang couple were eating lunch at a table facing the street. The woman had a travel map in her hand. While eating the pizza in her hand, she was studying the afternoon itinerary. The man didn't care about this. He looked at the pedestrians walking by and the surrounding buildings with interest while eating the food in his hand. After a while, he felt something. He took out a laptop from his travel bag and opened it on the table. He browsed through the email and his expression changed slightly.
"What's wrong?
What's the matter? "Keenly aware of the change in her boyfriend's expression, the woman asked in Japanese.
"Well, something big."
"So, our trip might be ruined?" The woman's expression became a little bitter.
"That won't be the case."
The man paused and read the message again. "News from China. After a few immortals made a mess in Jianghai, they hit a wall and a very powerful person appeared.
Although Yanhuang Awakening temporarily blocked the news, according to the intelligence personnel we arranged in Jianghai, it is very likely … that Gu Jiaming, who you have always admired, has returned. "
"Uh … how is that possible." The woman named Wei was stunned. "Didn't they say he died?"
"The news a few years ago said that, but his body was not found. Who knows."
The man turned off the computer and smiled casually. "He is a man who can create miracles. If he really came back, I wouldn't be surprised."
The woman thought for a long time. Just now, she said, "If it is true, the happiest person should be Chou. That way, she should be able to come out of her current state … To be honest, I have always been worried about the child's condition …"
"She can't be considered a child anymore … Although when I saw her this year, she didn't change much. She just became more and more clear …" The man recalled, chewing the food in his mouth and shaking his head. "I am very worried. She is more and more rejecting this world. I have seen this state in several of my friends before. In the end, without exception, they all committed suicide … If the news is true, it should be helpful for her …"
"Give her a call?"
"It hasn't been confirmed yet. What should I say?
In a few days, I hope it is good news. When the time comes, I will tell her personally … "The man smiled, then frowned." But for now, the most important thing is to solve our own problems … "
"What?"
"A few people … have their eyes on us …" He stood up, took out some money and put it on the table, then showed a warm smile. "Get ready to go. Let's see who they are … Sorry, I owe you a perfect trip."
"It's good that you remember."
The woman smiled and magnanimously held her boyfriend's arm. Her other hand swung her beautiful little handbag casually. After a while, the two of them disappeared into the bustling crowd on the streets of Rome like any other normal couple …