In the end, Wu Runzhi watched his friends leave and boarded the bus.
The sun was shining brightly, and the blue-green bus set off. We waved goodbye on the bus, opened the window and waved at me. Four or five heads were crowded against the rear window, all looking back at me, saying goodbye to me with a smile.
In the distance is a bridge spanning the blue ocean. It is magnificent and beautiful, with perfect lines like a work of art, and the white bridge body is glowing.
After the bus left the campus, Wu Runzhi went up to the rooftop and watched the bus leave from afar. The wind blew his clothes, but he did not take his eyes off the bus until it completely left his sight, leaving only a slightly rippled sea.
When everything is over, all the glamorous illusions are stripped away.
The walls were broken and the tiles were cracked. The windows were dirty and shabby, and the neatly arranged tables and chairs disappeared. The corners were covered with spider webs and dust. The basketball hoop was tilted to the ground, and the deflated basketball was nestled in the corner. The whole playground was extremely gray and rotten.
Wu Runzhi took one last look around the campus, looking at the scenes that had lingered in his dreams countless times, as if he wanted to imprint them into his soul.
Then we went back to the school gate and met up with Lu Ying and the others.
Lu Yingjiu asked: "Are you ready?"
"Yes." Wu Runzhi nodded, "I will come back to see you next year with flowers."
Lu Yingjiu added: "I can't solve your mental state. I suggest you contact a psychologist. Although this truth has been said many times, you really only have one life." He looked at the huge old campus and said, "You can live peacefully, which is your greatest comfort."
"I know." Wu Runzhi nodded again, his tone tearful but also firm, "I will try my best. I have been in this memory for too long, it's time to come out."
He rubbed his face and sighed, "I am really getting worse and worse. I am not even as good as the older people."
"I will try my best to find a new way out, such as a new job or making new friends. If possible, I will go back to take the college entrance examination."
He laughed: "In order to pursue Jiang Ruoyun, I studied hard for a long time and got a high grade. It was not for any career, but just to leave a good impression on her. This reason is simple and ridiculous enough, it is completely the thinking of an adolescent boy."
"Thinking back carefully, it has been a long, long time since I have done something so purely."
"I want to be the same as before, love and like something purely, and then live openly."
The road is welcoming and the wine is served.
There was no need to say more at this time, so I nodded and said, "Come on, I'm waiting for your good news."
Wu Runzhi said goodbye to them, carried his backpack, disappeared at the end of the road, and disappeared under the bright sunshine.
The flowers placed at the school gate fluttered in the wind, covered with water droplets.
Flowers will wither and fade, and beauty will eventually fade. But at this moment, the wasted years and the many hardships that will come cannot erase their beauty as they bloom to the fullest. Living in the present is the deepest and most sincere way to mourn the deceased.
…
After taking a short rest in Xiaoguang City, Lu Yingjiu and his party flew back to Lujiang City.
Yao Gou hinted and asked Lu Yingjiu if his office was short of people. Lu Yingjiu told him directly that if he wanted to come, he would definitely be willing.
So Yao Gou happily followed.
As soon as he got off the plane, Chu Banyang was picked up by the driver. Before he got off the plane, he seemed to want to say something to Lu Yingjiu, and said proudly on his face, "I really want to talk to you," but in the end he didn't say a word.
Jingxian came to fight ghosts again.
A luxurious sports car was parked outside. Yao Gou was surprised and said, "Your firm is really rich. How come there are luxury cars everywhere? Is the funding so sufficient?"
"Don't get me wrong." Lu Yingjiu coughed lightly, "These are all private property of employees. They have nothing to do with me, the boss. My car is a second-hand Honda."
Yao Gou was stunned for a moment, then looked at Jing Xian: "It's not easy for a young man who is so rich to be willing to continue his studies. This is the spirit that rich people lack the most nowadays. I admire you, Yao, I really admire you!"
Jing Xian smiled and embraced Lu Yu, saying, "The boss is so lucky to have chosen such an excellent employee like me."
Lu Yingjiu raised his head and took a quick look: "What are the three most commonly used talismans by exorcists?"
Jing Xian was stunned for a moment, unable to answer at all.
"You're not an excellent employee. You don't know anything." Lu Yingjiu poked him with a smile, "You can only be displayed as a mascot. You rely on this face to trick people in every day."
Jing Xian was mocked for being unlearned, but was also praised for being handsome in a roundabout way, so he was quite happy.
After hearing the two people's sarcastic but flirtatious words, Yao Gou looked at Jing Xian and then at Lu Yingjiu, and suddenly realized something. He asked hesitantly: "Hey, this day, ever since the wedding, I have always wanted to ask, are you really together?"
Jing Xian didn't know how to answer. If he answered directly, he was afraid that Lu Ying would get drunk, so he subconsciously looked in his direction.
Lu Yingjiu didn't hesitate for a second and directly admitted: "Yes."
Yao Gou: "Oh, oh, oh, I was wondering, why do you two look shifty every day?"
Lu Yingjiu: "... that one is called Mei Lai."
"Hey, that's what I mean." Yao Gou looked at them again and murmured, "Now I'm really alone. Lu Yingjiu, since we are good brothers, can you introduce me to someone? I only have two requirements: female, alive."
Lu Yingjiu held his forehead with his hand: "This is embarrassing for me. I can't do this myself."
Jing Xian is not even a woman, let alone a living person.
Yao Gou was greatly disappointed, and kept muttering that his true love would come one day.
On the way back home, he continued to show his love for me. He took the initiative to drive, turned on the radio at a loud volume, listened to music, and hummed along all the way.
Jing Xianle was happy to sit in the back row while drinking wine, and they chatted with each other.
Lu Yingjiu lowered his head and said respectfully, "Why didn't you admit it just now?"
"Don't admit what?"
"We are together."
Jing Xian said: "Don't you want others to know? If I tell them and make them angry, won't I have to kneel on durian every day?"
Lu Yingjiu: "... Don't speak so viciously of me."
"Even if I don't kneel on the durian," Jing Xian said, "I feel bad because I'm angry and won't let me kiss or touch you anymore."
There is no way to kiss or hug, which is a very big deal for a love-brained person.
If Lu Yingjiu kicked me out of the house and broke off the engagement, I would be devastated and struck by lightning.
Lu Yingjiu held his forehead with his hand: "Your remarks are too disrespectful." He paused and held Jingxian's hand, "It was my fault before. I always felt a little embarrassed in front of my friends, so I kept it a secret. Now I have talked it out with Ye Feng and the others, and my mentality has gradually changed. I can admit it directly in the future."
Jing Xian's eyes lit up when he suddenly got permission.
If it weren't for Yao Gou who was still humming, he would have just sat in the back seat and waited for the drink.
Lu Yingjiu took one look at her expression and understood her thoughts very well. He smiled and said, "If you want to make a fuss, do it later."
When the group arrived at the office, Lu Yingjiu discovered that the appearance of the bar had been completely renewed. The lights were bright from a distance, and there were actually guests sitting in groups of three or four in the bar, drinking wine.
The bar's exterior was decorated with colorful lights and flower pots, and a small blackboard was placed outside, with the menu written in colored chalk, and a cute Q-version kitten drawn next to "Today's Specials".
At first glance, it was clearly arranged by Ah Mei.
Yao Gou praised: "Before, you said this bar was shabby, but now it looks pretty good, and the decoration is very exquisite."
"It was all done by the employees. They are capable." Lu Yingjiu pushed the door open and walked in. The bell on the door made a series of tiny sounds.
"Welcome!" Ye Feng looked up from behind the bar and was startled when he saw them. "You are finally back!"
There were other guests present, so it was inconvenient to ask about the exorcism commission, so he looked at Yao Gou: "Who is this?"
"I'm Yao Gou." Yao Gou came up first and stretched out his hand to Ye Feng, "You can call me Big Dog."
Ye Feng was originally mixing drinks, he quickly wiped his hands and held Xi's hand: "Oh, I heard from Lu Yingjiu that you knew each other when you were young."
"Oh, I was so young." Yao Gou was very familiar with the place and sat down at the bar. "Well, keep busy. I just want to see how to mix cocktails. I have wanted to learn it for a long time."
The two of them had a good chat, and Lu Ying drank some wine and left them alone.
I looked around, but didn't see Amei.
asked Ye Feng: "Where's A-Mei? Did she go home after get off work?"
"Oh," Ye Feng shook the cocktail glass in his hand, hesitated for a moment, and looked a little strange, "She, she is sorting things in there."
Lu Yingjiu pushed the door open and went into the inner room.
There was only one light on in the back room, which was a little dark. It contained the bar's recently purchased items, such as high-footed wine glasses, various wine bottles, and ice cube freezers. The bar was really thriving, and the two had made a lot of preparations for the future, all of which were done with great dedication.
Ye Feng bought a new shelf and piled up a lot of cardboard boxes. A rustling sound came from behind one of the shelves.
It should be Amei who is packing up.
Lu Ying shouted drunkenly, "Amei, are you there?"
No one answered, only the rustling sound could be heard slowly approaching.
Ah Mei climbed out from the shelf using both hands and feet.
Lu Yingjiu: “…”
No wonder Ye Feng had such a strange expression just now, it turned out that Ah Mei was sick again. He wanted to help Ah Mei up, but Ah Mei was unwilling and crawled on the ground quickly to avoid him.
Even in this situation, she still responded fluently: "You are finally back. I am sorting things on the shelves."
Lu Yingjiu held his forehead with his hand: "I can see that. If you are tired, go home and rest early."
"I'm not tired." A Mei was quite happy. "I'm not tired at all." After saying that, she climbed faster.
Lu Yingjiu really had no choice but to say, "Then take your time to pack. I'll leave first."
"Okay." A-Mei began to rummage through the boxes and sort out the bottles and jars.
After all, we stayed in another city for a while today and took a plane, so we were quite tired. Lu Yingjiu took a quick walk around the bar, looked at the new decorations that Ah Mei had put up, drank a small glass of the cocktail that Ye Feng had made, and then prepared to go home and rest.
sent a message to Chen Xiaoling, asking her to help check if there were any recent moves by the Zhang family.
The Zhang family has been in decline for many years, and has not made any waves recently, which even makes people wonder if there are any people in the family.
No matter what, the practice of sacrificing infants to the Heavenly Dao started with the Zhang family. Some people in the Zhang family might still be eyeing Lu Yingjiu covetously, ready to return the only survivor to the Heavenly Dao in exchange for peace.
Lu Yingjiu said to himself that there would be a time when they would have to face each other.
There must be an end to the relationship between that ancient family and that unkind and cruel heavenly law.
Chu Qianju and the Peacock God suffered a lot in countless reincarnations.
I don't want my life to end up like that.
Jing Xian has already paid a lot for me, and I deserve a happy ending.
Lu Yingjiu had a lot of thoughts in his mind, but his face remained expressionless, maintaining his usual indifference.
Jing Xian drove the car, which passed through the night without a trace, passed by the lights of thousands of homes, and finally stopped in front of the old building.
This building is really old. The exterior walls have not been painted or cleaned for many years. It looks gray. The room is really small. It is spacious for one person, about the same for two people, and a bit crowded for three people. Even with the soaring housing prices now, I am afraid it will not be sold for much money.
When the car was parked, Lu Yingjiu was half asleep and half awake, leaning against the seat. She heard Jing Xian say, "Should we move to another place in the future?"
He was very sleepy and hummed vaguely.
After returning home and washing up, I felt a little more sober.
Jingxian helped heat up the milk and put it on the table.
Lu Yingjiu took the milk, leaned over the table and took a sip, feeling the rich aroma exploding on his tongue.
He lowered his eyes slightly and brought up the previous topic: "Why did you suddenly mention changing houses? Do you think it's too crowded here?"
"No." Jing Xian immediately became alert, "I definitely don't have the slightest disdain for your home! Everything in your home is the best, including the real estate, of course!"
Lu Yingjiu smiled innocently: "Don't be so nervous, I'm asking this seriously. I want to know what you think, and I also want your thoughts."
Having said that, Jing Xian hesitated for a while, until Lu Yingjiu drank another half cup of milk, then he said: "It doesn't matter where I am. I just think that if I move to a bigger place, I can live more comfortably. Last month, the elevator here broke down twice, and the management is quite chaotic. It's noisy downstairs, and the neighbors often renovate. My sleep is not good to begin with, and these things are even more relevant."
Lu Yingjiu shook the cup, leaving a circle of white on the wall of the cup.
She said: "With my income, it is more than enough to move to a bigger house in the city center. I didn't tell you before that I have stayed here because this is my mother's house. I have never moved out since she passed away."
"Oh." Jing Xian was stunned for a moment, "Then I understand, it's my problem, just pretend I didn't say anything."
Lu Yingjiu leaned against the table and continued to drink milk slowly.
When the cup was almost empty, he spoke up: "Yes, Wu Runzhi had the courage to share his memories, so it is only natural that I should have more courage to change. People cannot always be bound by the past, and must always move towards the future."
She looked at Jing Xian, her beautiful eyes gleaming with light: "I said, your thoughts are very important to me. I live here to remember the dead, but it is impossible for a person to live for the dead."
Jing Xian's eyes lit up: "So?"
"So, when we have some free time, we can look at other houses." Lu Yingjiu said with a smile, "Maybe there will be a house type that we both like. Then I will be responsible for the decoration."
Jing Xianle went crazy, he hugged Lu Yingjiu tightly and started kissing her.
The two exchanged a kiss with a milky scent. Jing Xian buried his head in the water, and smelled the fragrance of the shower gel on Lu Yingjiu's body, which made him feel distracted.
As they kissed, half of Lu Yingjiu's clothes were lifted up. Her pajamas were loose, revealing her fair skin and the dimples of her waist.
The atmosphere was ambiguous and intimate, and both of them were emotional, with strong emotions surging in their eyes. Jing Xian put his arm around her waist, whispered in her ear and asked, "Tonight, can I..."
The last word was spoken with a breathy sound.
Lu Yingjiu was stunned.
Then my ears and cheeks felt as if they were burned.
But Jing Xian kept moving his hands. Without waiting for me to answer, he directly picked me up and carried me into the room.
Lu Yingjiu was distracted for a moment and was dragged onto the bed. She managed to half-sit against the bed and pressed Jing Xian's shoulders: "Hey, hey..."
"Really." Jing Xian promised again, rubbing against her neck, "I promise not to do it to the end."
Lu Yingjiu pushed him away with all her might, trying to keep a safe distance, although it was no use: "Do you think you can fool me with these words? Do you think I don't understand what a man is actually thinking when he says 'I can't get in'?"
"I've always been trustworthy." Jing Xian kissed Lu Yingjiu's cheek and almost lifted up half of her shirt. Her graceful waist curve appeared on the soft bed like a work of art. "Give it a try. We have to give it a try. Let's do it step by step."
Lu Yingjiu's ears felt so hot, but the light in the room was dim, Jing Xian's body temperature was hot, and the deep voice that fell into her ears was simply impossible to refuse.
He struggled briefly, then lost his shirt completely.
—Facts have proved that Jing Xian is indeed a man of his word and he did not do the last step.
They just kissed and rubbed each other, and did everything except the last step, and helped each other very friendly.
Lu Yingjiu was forced to moan softly by the kiss, and was then forced back to moan by the deep kiss, leaving only a muffled groan in her nose.
's voice is pleasant to the ear. When she is usually calm and commanding others, she is already remembered by many people. Now her voice is a little hoarse, and she deliberately suppresses it because of shame, which makes her even more attractive. Finally, her hands are shaking slightly, and her consciousness explodes like a ball of fireworks. She can't feel anything except the sensory stimulation and 's body temperature.
The body temperature rises and the kiss becomes passionate.
The two of them quarreled like this until late at night, and Lu Yingjiu finally fell into a deep sleep in Jing Xian's arms.
"..." He uttered something silently in his sleep.
When the night is deep and quiet, only the closest ones will sleep in each other's arms in the long night.
Jing Xian stared at the man in his arms and gently kissed him on the forehead.
said: "Yeah, I like the most too."