All the time. Chen Xiao in Xiao Qing's impression. Ping rìli. The boy laughs though. But even when laughing. The eyes seem to keep a distance from others. Although some time ago, Rìzi and Chen Xiao's group of people walked closer. But he didn't deliberately inquire about Chen Xiao's life experience.

The first impressions. It was an earlier encounter in the library. I remember that time, I treated him like other disciples who accosted me. The trailing one that followed. Only then did I vaguely notice a little difference in this boy.

Let's put it this way. At that time, Xiao Qing's heart. It's a little bit unpleasant.

Yes. It's just not cool. Xiao Qing knew that he was born beautifully. This started when she grew up. Those brothers in the family occasionally cast admiring glances. Suffice it to say that. Although Xiao Qing is not pretending to be a boy in the pì. But after all, it's a young girl. A little bit of female xìng instinctive vanity is still there. Although xìngzi is indifferent. But for that admiring look. I still have half a point of enjoyment in my heart. It's not that she's vain. It's just a woman. Which is not?

Partially. First encounter. When he was himself, he was also a stinky man who came to talk to him. Outcome...... It turned out later. The other party mistakes himself for someone else!

At that time, Xiao Qing also noticed that Chen Xiao occasionally looked at him, and his eyes showed a little admiration. But it's just that. When that look at yourself. But it seems to have flowed somewhere else - the legendary woman who looks very similar to himself?

This is what made Xiao Qing feel a little unhappy in his heart. As a girl's family. Especially a look-alike sè. A girl with a high heart and a proud heart. I can't help but feel a little dissatisfied: I am such a sè girl standing in front of you. You look at me. Still thinking about others?

A subtle psychological change. How much change will be brought later. You can imagine it.

The biggest change. It was in that martial arts arena against a few guys who kicked the gym from outside. I was inexplicably sick and defeated. Chen Xiao stepped forward. There were also a few minor injuries......

The cliché of "heroes save beauty" is evil! (Let's despise it together!) ）

But it's becoming more and more a cliché joke. more and more useful. Truth is truth. One is because it is indeed the truth. Two. Also because it's cliché. Everybody knows that. will become the truth.

So. A girl like Xiao Qing. It's not that I don't like heroes to save beauty. But all girls. One hundred miles. There are ninety-nine. More or less some women are born with a dependency mentality. At some special times. When you are at your weakest. I also hope that there will be a strong arm around me to rely on.

Xiao Qing is no matter how tough he is. It's a girl after all. Inevitably, this vulgarity is inevitable.

It's just that. This allowed Chen Xiao to take advantage of it-with Xiao Qing's kung fu. Plainly. It's just her part of bullying. Where can anyone bully her? In general, things are encountered. She shot her own and beat the enemy to the ground. Is it someone else's turn to save the United States?

It's just this once-in-a-millennium opportunity. called Chen Xiao, an ignorant silly boy, met. Belch...... No, don't say it. This kind of opportunity was indirectly created by Phoenix. If it weren't for the fact that Phoenix mm and Xiao Qing were too close. Neither of them will fall ill at the same time...... (I don't know if Phoenix MM knows that he accidentally created a love rival for himself.) Will you be angry and put on a maid costume again...... ）

Outcome. Chen Xiao beat up the thugs who came to kick the gym. By the way, the hero saves the beauty. At the same time, it also sealed Xiao Qing's heart for many years. Gently pried open a gap.

As for the later encounter on the resort island. In addition to further showing Chen Xiao's kind of manhood that is not afraid of danger. The rest. The only role. It just made Xiao Qingmm blush and heartbeat further.

Tough for years. I finally met a "him" who could show the weak side of the girl's family. Such a delicate mind. Put it on Xiao Qing's body. But it's extraordinarily precious.

Originally, he was gearing up. Running out of the house. All the way to K City, I just wanted to find the bold man who dared to marry him. I want to marry my "fiancé". Then punch and kick. It's just a matter of dissolving this confused marriage contract. From now on, she can return to the Xiao family to study martial arts without any worries. Pursue martial arts. When her generation of female masters......

As for the husband? Hum! What's that?

But. Today, that obscene private investigator sent the information he had done everything possible to investigate into his own hands. Turn to the last page. saw Chen Xiao's photo. Suddenly it was like a pebble...... Yes! No! It should be said that it is a boulder! A rock the size of the aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk. It was thrown into the heart of the girl's family. It's not a ripple anymore. It's a huge wave!

Reminiscing about what happened to Rì on the resort island. When there was a fierce battle. At a certain moment. Chen Xiao hugged her feelings...... It seems like. Seems. Seem...... It's not that hard to accept. More like. in their own hearts. And a little bit of enjoyment?

If you talk about the previous rìzi. Xiao Qing's feelings for Chen Xiao had some indescribable confusion. Occasionally, he will make some emotional actions that are unreasonable. Like the one in the hospital.

Well today. It's almost like forcing yourself to make a decision!

This fiancé. I recognize myself. Or don't recognize it?

At least Xiao Qing understands a little bit in his heart. My original plan: to find this fiancé. And then punch and kick the other person into a pig's head - this is the plan. It has been directly rejected.

What's next......

Demons send gods. It's really a ghost. Xiao Qing was confused. Just follow the address on the information. I found the place where Lehu came. Found the one shown on the profile. The home where Chen Xiao used to live... All the way here. Xiao Qing has already experienced a lot of contradictions in her heart. A few struggles. How many more...... Shy.

That's right. It's shyness.

However, she still deceived herself in her heart and made excuses for herself: she was just going to see where he grew up. It shouldn't be a big deal.

I didn't think about it. I came to the front of the house. And he saw him sitting on the steps.

Chen Xiao gently bounced away the tears from the corners of her eyes. Then he laughed self-deprecatingly. I quickly touched my pocket. I found a pack of cigarettes. Well. There is also a lighter.

Chen Xiao hasn't smoked for a long time. Just today. He wants to suck!

A cigarette was put in his mouth. The lighter had not been lit yet. Chen Xiao raised his head. And he saw it under the street lamps beside the street. A pair of gentle eyes were staring at him. It seems a little distracted.

"Ah......h

Chen Xiao immediately stood up. looked at the man under the street lamp in surprise.

It's a little far away...... Phoenix?

But then I saw the long hair tied into a ponytail. And a sportswear. Chen Xiao reacted.

"Xiao Qing?"

Chen Xiao subconsciously took the cigarette from his mouth. I was slightly stunned. A sincere smile appeared on his face. beckoned to her: "Xiao Qing!" How are you getting back here? ”

Seeing Chen Xiao's smile...... Xiao Qing's first reaction was panic! The second reaction is to immediately turn around and run away! But then when Chen Xiao beckoned. Xiao Qing found it helplessly. His footsteps had already walked towards the man without heeding.

I must have sent the devil to God! Well. It must be so! The girl comforted herself in her heart.

Got closer. The two made eye contact. Chen Xiao smiled very calmly: "Why are you here?" ”

Xiao Qing's eyes dodged slightly. There was no answer. Just casually said, "What about you?" You're back? ”

"Hmm. Just came back this morning. I haven't come to call you yet. Chen Xiao smiled: "I brought you a gift." A very beautiful rì knife. It is said to be a first-class swordsmith's work. ”

Xiao Qing felt more and more under Chen Xiao's gentle smile. My heart is a little out of balance. Reluctantly turned his head, not daring to look directly into Chen Xiao's eyes. The temperature of the sound was deliberately lowered a lot. Said lightly: "Oh. Thank you ......."

"How did you get back here?" The first thought in Chen Xiao's heart was: She came to me?

But then this idea was dispelled. Xiao Qing didn't know that this was his old home.

"I'm ......" Xiao Qing tensed for a moment. Subconsciously touched his pocket. In his pocket is a folded copy of Chen Xiao's information. She went along with it. Pretending to be relaxed, "I'm going to run...... Belch. The air in Lehu is good. ”

Jogging?

Chen Xiao was a little suspicious. Lehu although the air is good. But here. Distance from the city. It seems like seven or eight kilometers, right?

But someone else's. Chen Xiao will not ask.

"What about you? How did you end up here? Xiao Qing was a little nervous. Despite the pretense of calm on the face. But he subconsciously gently crushed the turf with his toes. Some absent-minded.

Chen Xiao's face became solemn at this time. He sighed slowly. Pointing to the house behind him: "Here...... Actually, it's my hometown. It's the Fang I lived in when I was a kid. ”

Xiao Qing let out an "oh".

Chen Xiao was slightly curious: "Yi? Why, you seem to know it for a long time. ”

"Ahh Yes? No. Xiao Qing found that his expression seemed to be too calm. Quickly shook his head: "It's not strange." I've heard that you used to have a good family. ”

Chen Xiao nodded. Turn around. Stared at the house in a daze. After a while. He smiled, "I'm sorry." I was distracted. ”

Xiao Qing caught the hint of melancholy that slipped through Chen Xiao's eyes......

Boys over flowers. Melancholy eyes. Plus the hero saves the beauty - the big killer of the female xìng......

"You. It seems like. Get up on the wrong side of the bed? Xiao Qing's heart suddenly softened. Let go of those messy emotions. Two steps closer. looked at Chen Xiao up close. His eyes became much softer, too—just now. Seems to see him crying?

Chen Xiao smiled reluctantly. He put back on his cigarette and lit it. Then he glanced at Xiao Qing. Raised an eyebrow: "What?" Didn't expect me to smoke too? ”

Xiao Qing let out a soft "um". The eye waves are still gentle. Just said softly: "Smoking." Not good for the body. ”

"I've actually been smoking for a long time." Chen Xiao took a deep breath: "It's just that I quit two years ago." Today. I just want to suck it. ”

Then he smiled at Xiao Qing. Wen Yan said: "Thank you for reminding me. ”

Xiao Qing smiled reluctantly: "No thanks." We...... Are you a friend? ”

Damn it. Why is the word "friend" so bitter today?

I sighed weakly in my heart. Xiao Qing remembered the information he had read. Hesitated. Cautiously asked, "Chen Xiao." You...... Say you grew up in this house? ”

"Hmm." Chen Xiao nodded. Pointing to the window on the east side of the second floor, "That's my room." I lived there when I was six years old. Lived for 10 years. Moved from here at the age of sixteen. ”

Xiao Qing opened his mouth. saw a trace of sadness on Chen Xiao's face. He said softly: "This Fang environment is very good." Lehu is beautiful. Being able to live in such a nice environment. Life must be good. ”

"Hmph. Yes yes! Chen Xiao's tone suddenly became full of indifference. He took a deep drag on his cigarette. Squirt it out again. It's as if I'm going to spit out all the knots in my chest. There was a hint of desolation in his smile: "Yes, yes." The environment is very good. It's quiet...... During the day. You will see some houses by the lake. Parents and children giggle together. Fishing at the lake. There is also a plaza at the junction in front. There will be some parents who will play with their little ones somewhere. It's time for the evening. Occasionally, you can see some families having a family barbecue on their lawn...... A nice area to live in. ”

"Hmm. The picture you described is beautiful......" Xiao Qing said softly.

“…… It's also the scene I hated to see the most. Chen Xiao added lightly.

Xiao Qing looked at Chen Xiao in surprise. found that a knot and resentment were condensed in Chen Xiao's eyebrows. Chen Xiao's fists were already clenched. The joints are somewhat whitish.

He...... It seems to be very sad......

Now. Xiao Qing's heart suddenly went blank. All the previous chaotic thoughts. Shy. Disturbed. Disturbed. It's as if they've all been thrown out of the clouds! She just approached Chen Xiao quietly. Reach out. Gently plucked the cigarette from his fingertips. Then throw it away. Softly, "Stop smoking." Not good for the body. ”

And then with a gentle gesture. took Chen Xiao's hand. Pulling him slowly to sit down on the steps.

The steps were covered with dust. But at this moment, Xiao Qing didn't seem to care at all. Pull Chen Xiao to sit down. I was right next to him.

"I know. There must be a lot of bitterness in your heart. Right? Xiao Qing didn't let go of Chen Xiao's hand. Her fingertips were still pressed against the back of Chen Xiao's hand.

Chen Xiao hung his head. His voice was muffled.

"Once upon a time. My biggest hope is to be able to get out of here one day! Get out of this house! I feel like a cage here. An icy one. A lifeless cage! I hate seeing this party! I live here alone. What's the difference between living in a small house by yourself? Even if it's sleeping on the street. At least you can feel the noise on the streets. It's better than guarding a big empty house alone at night. ”

His voice was filled with sadness and excitement: "What I fear most is that I will see other people's houses by the lake. A scene of joy and happiness for the whole family. The most fearful thing is to see other houses. When a father's carries the child on his shoulders...... Because I know. I don't have a scene like that! Mine is not there! ”

Xiao Qing didn't speak. still pressed the back of Chen Xiao's hand so gently. Just fingers gently stroked the back of his hand. The eye waves are gentle as water.

Chen Xiao didn't seem to notice this intimate action. It was as if he just needed to talk at the moment.

"You know what? From a young age. My biggest fear is the holidays. Every holiday. Whether it's the Dragon Boat Festival. Mid-Autumn Festival. Or the chūn section. When it comes to such a time. Other people's families are a family reunion. Let's be happy. And that time. I'm guarding the house alone. At night. Look at the warm lights coming from other homes. I always feel very lonely. So every time it's a holiday. I'd rather leave home. A man ran out into the streets and wandered. I won't be back until dawn. Either. It's a person at home. Turn on the lights and TV. Then sleep on the couch. ”

Xiao Qing finally spoke. She stared at Chen Xiao. Softly said, "But even so." You still can't let go of this home in your heart. Is that right? ”

"......" Chen Xiao finally raised his head. glanced at Xiao Qing. The eyes are a little complicated. Finally nodded: "Yes." I can't put it down. ”

He sighed: "I used to hate this Fang. Think get out of here. It's better than being alone here. But really when I left here that day. But I found that my heart was even emptier! At least. It turned out to be here. There's this house in. I have one more thought in my mind. There is a concern. Even if the house is empty. But at least. It's my home. Even if the parents' room is empty and no one lives in it. But at least. The room had clothes they had left behind. There was my father's book in the study. in this house. There is their breath. Three hundred and sixty-five days a year. Even if they only come back for a day or two...... But at least there's always hope. Really after everything is over. Got out of here. But I suddenly found out. Originally. There is a glimmer of hope. It's better than no hope at all!

I thought I could be strong! When someone else comes to move something. When I came to seal the house. I didn't shed a single tear. But it wasn't until after leaving. I just found out. Although the rìzi who used to live here was not pleasant. But I still miss that rì very much. Suddenly, I felt that rìzi was so happy! At least. There is a home for yourself to guard. Let yourself look forward to it. It's better than feeling empty-handed. Even if Mom and Dad aren't there. Occasionally I can run into their room. Roll around in their bed. You can run into your father's study. Flip through the books he left behind......"

Chen Xiao's eyes suddenly turned red. He turned his head quickly. Coughed twice. Reluctantly smiled: "Let you see you laugh." ”

"No, it won't." Xiao Qing's face was full of smiles. The palm of his hand pressed on Chen Xiao's shoulder. Gently straightened his body. Look him in the eye. He said softly, "I can understand your feelings. ”

“…… Thank you. Chen Xiao smiled reluctantly: "My mood has fluctuated a little today. Usually I'm not like that. ”

"I know that too." Xiao Qing shook his head. The voice became more and more gentle: "But." I like you the way you are. Do you know? You usually smile at people. But there is always some distance in the eyes. Seems to be apathetic. I don't like to be close to people. You seem to be on the lookout for something all the time. Right now. At least. I don't feel that kind of cold distance between me and you. ”

There was a pause. Xiao Qing's face suddenly turned red. There was some shyness and nervousness in his eyes: "What if...... If you want to cry. Just cry. I wouldn't say it to anyone. I...... I can lend you a shoulder to lean on. ”

Chen Xiao smiled: "No need." Only girls cry on a man's shoulder. I'm a man. ”

Then he paused. There was a hint of mockery in his eyes: "Actually." Just before I met you. I did something stupid. ”

"Huh?"

Chen Xiao pointed to the house: "I...... Paid to buy it back. ”

"Bought it back?" Xiao Qing was only stunned for a moment, and then he was no longer surprised. She didn't even ask Chen Xiao how she suddenly had the money to buy such a big house. After all. I heard that Chen Xiao's financial situation does not seem to be so well-off - the nickname of the Prince of Bicycles is not called in vain.

However, Xiao Qing did not ask these questions. In her opinion. It seems that Chen Xiao has bought a house. Then there must be a fair source of his money. At least not to steal, to rob, to beg......

Seem. She will do anything to Chen Xiao in her heart. It seems that they all trust it.

Xiao Qing didn't realize it. When a girl has such a mentality towards a boy. What it means.

"Yes. Bought it back. Chen Xiao smiled bitterly: "I was very excited when I bought it. But just now I calmed down. I realized that I was stupid. ”

He stood up. The expression was a little excited. Pointing to the lawn: "In the past, the lawn here was very well-manicured. A rocking chair was placed in the yard. I rode it as a wooden horse when I was a kid. There was also a shelf with a car tire on it. It can be played as a swing. Well. The wooden walls on both sides of the doorway are painted green. Inside, there will be a large and soft sofa in the living room. It's okay to roll on it. There is also a single sofa. When you sit on it. The whole person will be nested inside. Very comfortable...... The furniture is made to order from abroad......"

There was a pause. Chen Xiao suddenly sighed. The enthusiasm on his face gradually faded: "I just deliberately gave the real estate agent an extra sum of money. I'm going to prepare a list. Let him restore everything in this house to the way it was. Even if it's a table. A sofa. A chair. A desk. Buy all of them back with an exact set! I had a simple idea...... It's about getting the same as before. It's the same as the old home! ”

Xiao Qing looked at Chen Xiao's eyes. Didn't speak.

"But when I calm down. Only then did I realize that I was wrong. Couldn't be more wrong. Chen Xiao's eyes turned red again. His voice became low:

"I suddenly understood. No matter how much money I spend. Renovated the house. Make all the furniture the way it was. Even if it's a single plant or tree. It's all exactly the same as the original. So what? Over here...... It's not my home anymore! It's not home anymore! ”

His voice began to tremble......

"Once upon a time. I live here. Even if it's lonely. But my heart is willing to stay here. Because I know. As long as I stay here. Mom and Dad. Will always come back......" Chen Xiao's nasal voice began to worsen. Breathing was also short: "But now...... Even if the house is exactly the same. Even if I stay in and wait...... No matter how much you wait. Mom and Dad. It's never going to come back! They're dead! Dead ......" emotions were vented like a wave. The body is finally less stiff. Softened. Xiao Qing was on the side. Just watched him quietly. looked at the sadness in Chen Xiao's eyes. Unconscious. Stretched out his hand and gently hugged Chen Xiao's shoulder. At the same time, with another slender little hand. Gently stroked back and forth on Chen Xiao's arm. As if I wanted to rely on this gentle movement. soothe the sadness in Chen Xiao's heart.

Chen Xiao was stunned for a while. After calming down. I felt that I was being held by Xiao Qing. Suddenly raised his head. Looking at this familiar face close at hand. Suddenly there was a feeling of confusion. But then my heart suddenly sobered up: the girl who was holding herself. It's not a phoenix!

There was a momentary confusion in his eyes, and then a change of consciousness. was captured by Xiao Qing. Xiao Qing smiled reluctantly. Let go of Chen Xiao. As if he had nothing to do, he said softly: "What? Is it looking at my face. I remembered the girl who looked like me again...... Well. I remember you said her name was Phoenix. Right? ”

She tried her best to act as if nothing had happened. But the slight tremor of her voice still betrayed her mood.

Chen Xiao is not a fool. He naturally had long been aware of Xiao Qing's gradually changing attitude towards him during this time. I also vaguely understood in my heart. It seems that when he faced Xiao Qing like this. Thinking about another girl. It seems to be a little disrespectful to Xiao Qing. Xiao Qing ...... Right. Sorry ......"

I'm sorry. It doesn't seem like she's just apologizing for thinking about others just to look at her. There seems to be another layer of subtle refusal?

Xiao Qing shook his head. Pretended to smile lightly: "What's so sorry about this." Well. Speaking of which. I've never seen that phoenix. You always confuse me. Am I really like her? ”

Chen Xiao sighed in his heart: You are twins. It's a pity that Lao Tian told me not to say it.

He shook his head vigorously. He also smiled and said, "No." Actually, you are very different from her. She certainly has her strengths. But you also have your own merits. You're a very out-of-the-box girl. She is also a unique and very good girl. ”

Xiao Qing felt a little bitter in her heart. But the smile on his face was bright. He patted his pants and stood up. I found the document hidden in my trouser pocket. looked at the sincere smile in Chen Xiao's eyes. Her heart suddenly softened. couldn't help but subconsciously said, "Chen Xiao." Actually, I just came here......"

"What?" Chen Xiao stood up.

Xiao Qing suddenly hesitated. She bit her lip. Finally didn't say it. The words came to my lips. But he changed his words and smiled: "...... When I just came here. See a cold drink shop at the intersection. It's so hot. Let's go drink frozen soda! ”

said. She seemed to have a cheerful smile on her face. Gently grabbed Chen Xiao's arm. Then he trotted all the way away. After running two steps, he turned around and smiled, "Hurry up." It's sunburned here! We compete who runs to the cold drink shop. If you lose, you will pay. ”

Chen Xiao was stunned for a moment. A smile appeared on his face. Strode after him.

Xiao Qing only ran two steps. The foot was deliberately slowed down a few points. Let Chen Xiao run in front of him. One position ahead of himself.

looked at Chen Xiao's back. Xiao Qing suddenly flashed a sentence weakly in his heart......

Chen Xiao. I like you. I really like you......

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