Chapter 20: A Rendezvous
After getting out of the subway, I came to a nice leisure square. The dull mood is washed away by the beautiful scenery. Looking up, the Canton Tower is colorful and charming. Not far away, there is a musical fountain, and the water splashes and dances to the rhythm of the music under the illumination of the lights. It is surrounded by greenery, which adds to the vitality. The square is crowded and bustling. Of course, there is no shortage of enthusiastic aunts dancing in the open space. It's a place full of life, a bustling place.
Passing through the square, I came to the designated hotel. This is the place agreed by Liu Wen's boss Zhang Ying. There may be an ambush ahead, but I don't need to be afraid. In fact, I thought too much, and there was nothing wrong with the front.
Walking through the hotel door, the waiter greeted me in a friendly manner and asked me what I needed. After I reported the table number to the waiter, she brought me to Zhang Ying's table.
I knew in advance that Zhang Ying was twenty-seven years old, five years older than Liu Wen, but she looked much younger. willow eyebrows, big eyes, smart nose and red lips; The shawl's black hair is slightly curly, and the face is lightly makeup and slightly moist; It looks beautiful and delicious, and when you get closer, you can smell fragrant like silk; The temperament is elegant and dark, and the long skirt is light purple and the shoes are white. His demeanor is not as dignified as his boss, but he is more like a friend's concern.
The moment Zhang Ying saw me, she wanted to stand up impulsively, but she was pressed down by her reserve, and then sat dignified. I found that from the moment she could see me, her eyes never left mine. I know what that fiery look means. Unexpectedly, Liu Wen still has a "leg" with his boss.
I sat down across from her and said sorry apologetically. I don't dare to say too much to avoid flaws. If she was an innocent person, there was no need for her to suffer unnecessary pain. It is still unknown how long the days of human beings will be, although I am not Liu Wen, but as Liu Wen's stand-in, I also hope that she can have a good time in the rest of the days.
Zhang Ying watched me for five minutes before she calmed herself down. She pulled a box out of her handbag. Inside the box is a new phone.
"When I hung up the phone, I had a terrible feeling. It feels like you're going to disappear into thin air again. So I called back, only to hear a girl's voice. Then...... I ...... at the time."
When she said this, Zhang Ying choked up a little and continued after a while.
Later, the girl took the initiative to analyze it clearly, and I was much relieved. I don't know what happened during the time you've been missing, and I hope you'll take this phone away. At least so I can reach you. β
I didn't ask for her gift, I just smiled at her. She smiled when she took her phone back, and there was no impurity in her smile, just a simple and lost smile. But such a smile stung my eyes and made me afraid to look at it directly.
Zhang Ying ordered the sauce steak that Liu Wen likes to eat, and asked me if I liked it. I said yes, and she laughed. She asked me if I was hungry, I said I was hungry, and she laughed again.
After eating, Zhang Ying looked at me affectionately and asked me, "It's been a few months, where have you been?" The phone couldn't get through, so I searched for the address on the information and found that the address was wrong. In any case, it just can't be contacted. β
"It's nothing, it's just a bit of a personal matter." I said lightly.
"What private matter is so important? Can you tell me about it? Maybe I can help. Zhang Ying said with concern.
"No need. It's all solved. β
"It's good to solve it, can I go back to work in the company?" There was a slight expectation on her face.
"I'm sorry, I don't think I can go back."
"Why? Are you in love with another woman? She grabbed my hand and said in disbelief.
I didn't say anything. I don't know if I'm in love with someone. I'm still very new to the word love.
Zhang Ying saw that I didn't speak, her face became even darker, and turned into resentment.
"I know it's impossible between us, I'm so much older than you. And my dad wouldn't agree either. But...... Who can control such a thing as love? β
She looked away, unusually calm. Maybe she already knew the result, but she still had a hint of fantasy. When disillusioned, it's actually not that scary.
"The personnel department has found me a few subordinates, but none of them are as good as you. It's not that they can't do a good job, but it always makes me feel like something is missing. I went to look for you, like crazy, but I couldn't find you. Afterward...... Later, I went to the TV station. For this, my dad scolded me severely. β
Finally, she turned her head to look at me. She tried to control the expression on her face, but the tears were already streaming down her face.
I picked up the napel and handed it to her, and she took the towel and covered her face and cried.
I was very touched by these words, but I was able to control the biological metabolism in my body so that I didn't feel moved at all. The effect is like an ordinary person taking a tranquilizer.
"Have you ever thought about me these days?" She suddenly looked up and asked me.
Looking at her pear blossoms and tears, I really didn't want to stimulate her anymore. But if she doesn't die completely, how can she get a new life? So I shook my head.
This time, she didn't grieve anymore, and perhaps there was no room for grief anymore. She wiped away her tears with a tissue, rubbed her slightly red eyes, and said:
"Come with me, just like a normal friend."
I looked at her and had a feeling that I couldn't understand her. But it's a good thing for me that she's able to see it away. So I didn't refuse her little request.
After checking out, we walked together to the door of the hotel. The greeting waiter saluted and said, "Welcome back and have a great day." β
Zhang Ying naturally took my left hand and smiled happily at the waiters. I didn't get rid of her, I don't think every man can do it.
After stepping out of the hotel, we walked along the edge of the square towards the river. She was still holding my hand, not letting go in the slightest. And I really can't get rid of her. So I kept this intimate pose.
In the eyes of passers-by, we are an intimate couple. In fact, Zhang Ying and Liu Wen are a couple. I just happen to have Liu Wen's identity. I thought about it for a long time, and I felt that I had no authority to destroy their relationship.
Thinking of this, I realized that I needed to make it clear to Zhang Ying that Liu Wen, who was in love with her, was no longer there, and now the one in front of her was Dugu Qiwen.
"Zhang Ying, there is something I want to make clear to you." I whispered.
"What's the matter? Say, I'll listen. After Zhang Ying finished speaking, she rested her head on my shoulder.
"Actually...... The Liu Wen you know is no longer the current Liu Wen......"
"What nonsense are you talking about? Aren't you by my side now? β
Before I could finish, she interrupted me and held my hand a little harder.
"This is not nonsense. My name is Dugu Qiwen now, not Liu Wen. "I'm going to discern it, but I don't know where to start.
Zhang Ying looked up at me and smiled. This time, the smile was innocent and cute.
"It doesn't matter what your name is. You are all the same in my heart. β
I don't know if she's really confused or fake, or if she's over-grieved and out of control.
I was silent. I found that whatever I said, it was useless. Excessive analysis has the effect of wanting to cover up, which is even more unacceptable to her.
Zhang Yinghui held my posture and dragged me forward with brisk steps. We walked through the crowd, across the zebra crossing, to the river; Then we walked along the riverside together, blowing the night breeze together, and passing by the couples who hugged and kissed together.
Suddenly, she stopped, leaned on the railing by the river, looked at the river and said quietly, "In a few days, I will get married." β
I was stunned! Married? Since she is about to get married, why is she still waiting for the search revelation to find Liu Wen on TV? What should it be like to be seen by her fiancΓ©?
"My dad arranged the marriage. I don't have a choice. Growing up, he was like this. I thought I was used to it and was going to spend my life like this. Until your arrival. β
When Zhang Ying said this, looking at my eyes, rekindled the heat. I am very curious about what happened between Zhang Ying and Liu Wen that would make her have such a change and her current persistence.
"You had just graduated and were very passionate about what you did. I'm not afraid to make mistakes, and I've made a lot of jokes. But you always have to look at it with optimism. You correct every mistake seriously. The most important thing is that you're not afraid of my dad. Everyone in the company was afraid of my dad and offended him. Because he is the boss of the company, the emperor of the company. Everyone patted him on the back, and even if he made a mistake, he would be defended by a bunch of sycophants, and no one would dare to come out and correct his mistakes. But you dare. β
Zhang Ying paused, straightened her windswept hair, and continued.
"You know what? You are like a fire that ignites my gray sky. It was you who made me know that a person's life can be wonderful. β
"Maybe you're overestimating me. A lot of men can do this. I said this for Liu Wen.
If this is all it takes to capture her heart, then she's too easy to be satisfied. Such a woman is very easy to lose. If you think about it, maybe Liu Wen just took a fancy to her weakness and did it on purpose. But Liu Wen is dead, and these are not the point.
Zhang Ying looked at me, lowered her head and sighed, and then said, "Alas! It looks like you've changed. You wouldn't have had that mindset before, you wouldn't have said something like that. Now you don't have enough sunshine in your thoughts, and you don't have enough positive energy. What happened to make you like this? β
Zhang Ying's words were like a hammer hitting my chest! That's right! Why do I always think things in a bad direction? Why can't I be a little more positive, why can't I be a little more positive? Isn't this the original intention of Bai Qingshui to let the comic of the Giant Swallow accompany me? Why am I so stupid and haven't realized it for so long? Why am I often affected by pessimistic things in my feelings? I obviously have the ability to control the emotion, why is it that I am controlled by the emotion? Why can't I choose an attitude towards life that I like?
I'm a Devourer with the best fighting genes in the universe, and I have the ability to choose what I want! Except for the great black hole of the universe, there is nothing to be afraid of!