CHAPTER 07 Duel of Rivals: A Sudden Encounter with a Golden Opportunity

Upon entering the restaurant and seeing Ding Yue, his warm smile instantly alleviated my sense of grievance. I struggled to force a smile, which I imagined must have looked quite unappealing.

I am so happy that I could faint. Before Meizi could ask Ding Yue, he had already invited me out. What does this prove? I suppressed my surprise and smiled as I told Meizi: "Don't invite him out tonight; he has already asked me to dinner, haha!"

Ding Yue couldn't help but chuckle, and he picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks and said, "Eat quickly, I will slowly tell you."

Wu Yuewei fell in love with Xia Changning, but after being publicly rejected by him without any regard for her feelings, she harbored resentment. She was not at fault either

Ding Yue went to Myanmar last year for an import and export business, and when he returned, he entered the country through the border at Muse.

My heart raced once again as I buried my head in my food, wanting to laugh. I really wanted to laugh, but I exerted great effort to hold it in. Meizi, you are truly remarkable for introducing me to such a handsome guy! If he invites me to a bug feast, I might just muster the courage and unhesitatingly crunch down on a grasshopper!

I trembled as I went to pick up my phone. How could he be outside the hotel

Ding Yue sat beside me. I stole a glance and happened to catch a glimpse of his profile. Oh my, I was completely mesmerized by the perfect and clear lines of his side face.

Ding Yue, while inviting someone to drink chicken soup, also said: "Fu Sheng, you need to gain a few more pounds to look better"

I pushed him away and, catching my breath, said: "It's nothing, I am going home."

It is said that when a person looks into your eyes and smiles, they definitely like you

I saw a man walk out from behind the curtain at the bar, the same man named Aqi whom I had met at the teahouse. It was then that I realized there was only our table of guests in the Western restaurant. Aqi waved his hand, and the restaurant staff promptly retreated to the door, the roll-up door being pulled down with a whoosh. The speed and precision of the movements were as if they had undergone long-term training.

Xia Changning was stunned for a few seconds and asked me, "Fusheng, what is wrong with you?"

How is he so smart

I was amused by her. I am slender, and naturally have a slim waist. Meizi often teases me for lacking feminine features, yet she is extremely envious of my waist. She often measures my waist with her hands while taking a shower

Anywhere, as long as it allows me to escape from heartache

Wu Yuewei played with the key in her hand, turning it in circles, and smiled as she said: "Aning is not here, so I borrowed his car. It's quite surprising that there are times when he can't outdo others. However, Ding Yue is indeed much more handsome than him"

Dressed in a sharp outfit, Wu Yuewei appeared even taller, and as she walked towards me, I had to slightly raise my chin. It was so unfair. She was more beautiful than me, wealthier than me, more imposing than me, and even taller than me! The way she swung the car keychain in her hand felt like she was cracking a whip as she approached.

Ding Yue was taken aback by my question, and after a moment of contemplation, he said: "Fusheng, if we are to speak of love at first sight, I fear you would not believe it either"

Mother asked in confusion, "Are you going on a date with Xia Changning today?"

It is I who am at fault, named Fusheng yet possessing extremely poor luck—neither leaning nor tilting, I have successively gone on blind dates with two rumored boyfriends of Wu Yuewei.

I cried out. Exhausted from struggling, tired from crying, he finally said softly: "Fusheng, I will take you back, and I will no longer make fun of you in the future"

I firmly put a stop to it, and I haven't made a decision with Ding Yue yet; I cannot allow my parents to intervene prematurely. I shook my head and lied, "The school said that teachers need to pay more attention to their appearance"

His absence should be a cause for joy, right? Because he once disappeared for a week before reappearing, I no longer wish to speculate on Xia Changning's thoughts and intentions

He turned back to look in the direction of the restaurant and asked me, "Have you seen Wei Zi? She said she would come here for dinner"

Is there something wrong? It's fine, this sentence squeezed out from my throat is still relatively calm

I blinked and asked him earnestly, "Ding Yue, do you really want to be my boyfriend by dating me like this?"

Ding Yue glanced at the motorcycle, then walked over and said softly: "Fusheng, I am sincere."

When I feel troubled, I go to my blog: Fortune Inn. It contains photos from my university days when I secretly traveled with classmates, without letting my family know. What my parents see are pictures with female classmates or solo shots, all quite conventional; however, the blog features moments of fun and laughter with male classmates. It should be noted that these are very normal classmate relationships, where a few classmates made plans to go out together, and I simply did not want to explain.

I do not want to be called Fusheng! All my hatred has been directed towards Xia Changning, and all my misfortunes have been brought about by him! Without him, I would not have met Wu Yuewei; without him, Wu Yuewei would not have deliberately appeared in front of Ding Yue after their romantic three days came to an end; without him, I would not have been so contemptuously humiliated by Wu Yuewei from the very core of my being.

Is the moon that Ding Yue speaks of really Wu Yuewei? She does not need to compete with Ding Yue; she only needs to be that moon.

I watched you go in

Who is Wu Yuewei? She is clearly not a local, yet within just a few days, she even knows about my dates with Ding Yue!

Nothing is better than this. Ding Yue is someone I admire; his words fill me with confidence. Even when Xia Changning causes trouble and snatches the phone to speak nonsense, Ding Yue remains unfazed by his words and still calls me.

After a few days of feeling anxious without seeing Xia Changning, as I stepped out of the school gate, my cautious steps began to transform into confident strides.

My face flushed red, and I felt somewhat uneasy recalling the reason that Xia Changning had told me. In an instant, this shyness was shattered by Meizi's words, "I really think Xia Changning wants to provoke his female comrade, but he just feels embarrassed to say it out loud. So, he teases you in a slick manner. I assure you he won't come looking for you again"

Ding Yue sighed and said, "She said that she got separated from the travel agency, lost her bag, and wanted to follow us back to the country"

I am certainly worried that he might cause trouble, fearing that he would make a big fuss and let everyone know. I truly feel helpless to the extreme, and my tone softened. I sighed and said: "Xia Changning, I am just an ordinary person. I like Ding Yue, and I want him to be my boyfriend. If you keep pestering me, I cannot withstand you, and I do not want any misunderstandings to arise between you and Ding Yue. So, please do not come looking for me, alright?" If you keep pestering me, I cannot withstand you, and I do not want any misunderstandings to arise between you and Ding Yue. So, please do not come looking for me, alright?"

She looked at herself and then at me. At that time, she had just watched the movie "Green Snake," and from then on, she maliciously referred to me as having a snake-like waist

Xia Changning strode towards me, and I was so frightened that I turned and ran. I did not want Ding Yue and Wu Yuewei to witness this scene; I did not want the four of us to look at each other in confusion. I did not want that!

He said I am gentle and cute? I blinked, and my heart began to race violently. Does Ding Yue mean that he has feelings for me?

With a tight grip around my waist, Xia Changning turned me in a different direction. He held me firmly as we strode towards the restaurant, speaking as we walked: "When you see her, make her apologize. Fusheng, don't be like a little mouse, be brave. If you want to scold her, go ahead; if you want to hit her, do it. Even if you can't beat her, I assure you she won't hurt you."

Every time he serves me a dish, my heart beats violently once; apart from saying "thank you," I have no other words. Suddenly, I feel foolish, quite foolish. I even envy Mei Zi's cheerfulness; she can engage in so many topics and laugh heartily and loudly. Aside from my heart racing and my face burning, I speak much more softly than usual.

I listened blankly; what he said was not without reason. If I were in his position, there would be nothing wrong with his actions. It was I who lost my composure and ran away upon seeing Wu Yuewei

I shyly lowered my head to eat, and the joy in my heart grew stronger. When I glanced up to steal a look at him, he was smiling at me, his eyes also filled with laughter.

I do not respond

I was momentarily stunned, unable to help but look into the car

Upon arriving home, I got out of the car, and Ding Yue was standing outside the community. I looked at him, unsure of what to say. Instinctively, I turned back, and Xia Changning's motorcycle whizzed past us.

The place to eat is not far from my home, so we walked back slowly. The autumn wind brings a slight chill, yet it is not cold, particularly comfortable... Ah, ah, ah...! I, Ning Fusheng, can finally walk on the road with a normal person!

The string in my mind snapped, and after two seconds of reaction, I rushed to grab my phone, shouting: "Xia Changning, what nonsense are you talking! Give it back to me!"

"But Fusheng, I feel that being with you is wonderful. Shall we try to understand each other?" Ding Yue's voice was soft and gentle, like a pair of tender hands soothing the discomfort in my heart.

On the way home, this road seemed shorter, and the taxi arrived at my house in no time. I smiled and wanted to say "goodbye" to Ding Yue. However, he got out of the car, walked up to me, looked at me for a moment, and said: "Fusheng, shall we have dinner together tomorrow?"

I opened my mouth wide, stunned. The phone rang again, and I answered it. Ding Yue's voice became urgent, "Fusheng, please don't be angry. I'm waiting for you at your doorstep. Can you let me explain?"

Meizi tapped my cup and asked, "Fusheng, are you very disappointed?"

Ding Yue was stunned by her appearance, merely staring at her.

I raised my head and gazed into his sincere eyes, suddenly feeling very moved. What he said was very genuine, perhaps it is such honesty that touches me even more

Ding Yue smiled faintly and said, "Tell me, what troubles have you encountered today?"

I choked on a sip of coffee. His face is exceptionally thick-skinned! I grabbed a napkin to wipe my mouth, feeling resentful, "You are a rogue, she is a female rogue, you two are cut from the same cloth, perfectly matched!"

Ding Yuen murmured "Fu Sheng" several times, his voice resembling the autumn night breeze, clear and gentle. My face turned slightly red, and my heart was filled with joy.

She wants to smuggle herself across the border

Ah... I let out a scream as I dropped my phone on the ground. In shock, I turned around to see Xia Changning standing not far from me, smiling at me.

I smiled faintly. Why not? That was once, it was the past, a romance that was both inexplicably romantic and strangely mysterious. Three days, perhaps it was passion, perhaps it was the mystery of his ex-girlfriend that ensnared Ding Yue deeply. But since Ding Yue was honest, can he really be denied because of those three days? Since he could be so infatuated as to spend a year trying to forget those three days, then he is also a devoted person

I have arranged to go shopping with Mei Zi this weekend, with the primary purpose of reporting on my work, life, and state of mind during this period

Xia Changning jumped up like a leopard. I screamed and rushed to the bar. This time, there were more things thrown, bottles and glasses, as if they were hand grenades.

I sincerely hope that Ding Yue can candidly express his feelings to me and greet her calmly, then tell Wu Yuewei: "Fusheng is my girlfriend"

I couldn't help but pour cold water on her, "He seems to have no interest in me."

I truly have my doubts about who between Xia Changning and I is actually learning Chinese. His skill in wordplay and sentence segmentation is exceptionally strong. One might say that his logical thinking is not that of an ordinary person

I wiped my tears and did not react; he had already closed the car door for me and gently said, "Go back and take a nap, everything will be fine"

Ding Yue was taken aback; he was completely stunned by Wu Yuewei's sudden appearance. His gaze remained fixed on her face, greedily admiring her beautiful features, utterly motionless

Xia Changning laughed heartily, "So, you are no longer calling me a rogue?"

If the weather gets any cooler, I won't be able to ride the motorcycle; it's too cold. I should drink something hot

I shake my head, afraid to open my mouth; once I do, I fear I will cry out.

Shall we talk about it tomorrow? I am tired

Xia Changning took my hand and said: "Weizi can be a bit overbearing. If you want to argue with her, can you really win? Just go back, I will be here, don't be afraid of her!"

His movements were too swift; in the blink of an eye, Xia Changning had already grasped my hand, forcefully pulling me into his embrace, holding me tightly without uttering a word

Xia Changning finally stopped. "Tell me the truth, I won't take you in."

I lowered my head, feeling very sad. I know that love at first sight is impossible, as Xia Changning has also said such words, but hearing them now is still very painful

Meizi used the excuse that we are not allowed to be third wheels, so she had Ding Yue take me home

I bit my lip and said nothing, picking up my bag and walking out without paying him any attention. I was certain of one thing: as long as Ding Yue remained resolute, no matter what Xia Changning did, I would regard him as a clown and simply ignore him. Eventually, he would find it uninteresting and would no longer come to bother me.

Quite good

In the blink of an eye, we are getting closer to the restaurant. I was frightened and pleaded softly, "Xia Changning, I don't want to go in, please, I beg you, okay? Is that alright?"

Her laughter made me turn my head, straighten my back, and feel quite aggrieved

Ding Yue handed me the chopsticks and said: "Then she went back, and by the time we arrived at the sister's border inspection station, she was gone again"

"Of course, you are the most adorable in my eyes"

Mei Zi's boyfriend works at the China Merchants Group, and his good friend is from the Foreign Trade Bureau. The two were university classmates in the past

Haha! You are absolutely right!

Xia Changning interrupted me, "Since that is the case, what are you worried about?"

I looked at Xia Changning with a smile and said, "Whether you like me is your business; I already have a boyfriend"

I know that Mei Zi is afraid of awkward silences, and she understands that I do not speak much when I am with strangers. She always manages to bring up topics that relate to me. Gradually, I became more at ease and occasionally interjected a word or two. The atmosphere tonight is very harmonious

She looked at me with calm composure, her lips slightly moving as she disdainfully uttered, "I suppose it would be quite easy for me to take your boyfriend."

Hehe! Xia Changning smiled, and under the dim light, his smile appeared spirited. His eyes sparkled as he leaned closer and whispered, "Fusheng, you will be struck down; is it because you have fallen for me and fear that you are not worthy of me?"

I take pride in the fact that I believe there is a reason why Xia Changning sought you out, and you already know this reason

I watched as his hands clenched tightly, as if grasping my heart. I felt suffocated, struggling to breathe, the pain making it difficult to inhale. It was not because of Ding Yue, but rather due to Wu Yuewei's arrogance and disdain

Fusheng, why are you called Fusheng

My heart warmed once again, and I gave him a faint smile

"Wait a moment, Fusheng. What happened?"

I sincerely apologize today

Ding Yue's gentle smile appeared before my eyes like a spring breeze. What right does she have? It has nothing to do with me that Xia Changning doesn't like her! I straightened my back and pulled at the corners of my mouth, trying to mimic her cold smile, "The person you should be looking for is Xia Changning!"

As long as you no longer act like you used to, just speak the truth, and don't play with me anymore. I was eating the salad heartily, my appetite was excellent. From now on, I will no longer associate with Ding Yue.

I took a deep breath and said to Xia Changning: "What I mean is, I will never be your girlfriend. You don't have to beat around the bush anymore; the person you actually like is Wu Yuewei. Don't treat me as a fool who is easy to bully!"

I was involuntarily led by him to stumble a few steps, struggling to shout out: "I hate seeing you, let go!"

I turn back

Wiping away my tears and gazing out of the car window, I seemed to have lost my mood to meet Ding Yue.

I am so depressed that I feel like dying

Xia Changning wore a stern expression, looking at me coldly, "I will destroy all evidence!"

In my eyes, Ding Yue is handsome, amiable, knowledgeable, considerate, and gentle, with no flaws

Ding Yue laughed heartily, "Meishan called me that night, asking for what I wanted! Hehe, before Meizi could say anything, my text message arrived, so I guess he was feeling a bit puzzled in his heart?"

Meizi chuckled, "Fusheng, why are you so lacking in confidence? After all, you are a delicate beauty with a slender waist like a water snake."

There were many people, which indicated the situation should not be difficult, after all, they are citizens of their own country. At that time, she had not crossed the river and was still within Myanmar. Her bag was lost, and without identification or money, it was impossible for her to rent a boat to cross the river alone. Moreover, she was a young girl, so I agreed to help her. My companion was not from my organization; there was another tour group sharing the same boat back. With so many people around, I chatted and joked with her, and managed to help her blend in and board the boat.

He hung up the phone after speaking, looking at me with a grin, and said: "I haven't finished my words yet, Fusheng. At first, I was thinking of dealing with Wei Zi, but once I got in touch with you, I really started to like you. Be my girlfriend!"

I have decided to tell Ding Yue about my relationship with Xia Changning, as I want to have open and honest conversations with Ding Yue

Ah ... ...

I will help you vent your anger!" Xia Changning looked at me with amusement

Good

I raised my hand to open his hand and turned to leave. In all my years, I have never been bullied so badly. I did not want to say anything, only wished to return home as soon as possible, to stay far away from these plague-like people

I could not stop myself, and thought, let it be a meal with friends.

Meizi patted me sympathetically, "It's alright, as long as he doesn't come looking for you again or play tricks on you, just set aside your self-esteem and pride for now. You're not an older single woman, so there's no need to worry about getting married! I can introduce you to a boyfriend, he's a good friend of Meishan!"

A pang of sadness struck my heart; Xia Changning is truly just toying with me, he does not genuinely like me. When he asked me to be his girlfriend, my frantic reaction only amused him.

In the past, I would see couples at school and never understood what that feeling was; now I know it is the hope that this path can be a bit longer and a bit further, allowing us to continue laughing and talking like this. From childhood to university, from Meishan to Meizi, the jokes created by Ermei have become a shared joy between Ding Yue and me

I have lost interest in blind dates. However, Meizi became increasingly enthusiastic and actually called her boyfriend, Meishan, asking him to invite his good friend out for dinner.

Ding Yue smiled, "Good night!"

I smiled as I received the notification of my formal appointment on the day my mother gave birth to me, and from then on, the story of our family of three reuniting in the city was told

Meizi was also surprised, repeatedly saying "Congratulations," and then wanted to extort a betrothal gift. I sternly stopped her and awkwardly said, "Who knows, it's still early. Meizi, do you think, with Ding Yue being so handsome, he would really have feelings for me?"

I do not understand

I nodded, feeling particularly warm about him getting out of the car to see me off

"Ding Yue, how did you know my phone number?" I smiled broadly.

Upon returning home, Meizi's call came in. She excitedly asked me: "How is it?"

As he carefully served me the soup, he recounted the story of the century-old ginkgo tree growing in the courtyard of the shop. It was probably a love legend about male and female ginkgo trees, which captivated me and made me reminisce, as I chewed on the white, plump ginkgo nuts, treating them as if they were love beans. For some reason, I suddenly thought of He Gu; one cannot truly compare people to one another.

Enjoying a pleasant meal of Western cuisine, I wish to finish eating, go home, take a hot shower, and then have a good sleep. Tomorrow, upon waking, it will be a new day

After saying this, Wu Yuewei slowly shrank in front of me. I contemptuously told her: "Is it useful for you to steal my boyfriend?"

Wu Yuewei approached without changing her expression. The closer she got, the more afraid I became, and I couldn't help but stand up.

Then my mother's tone became melancholic, "Alas, you have grown up, and I have also aged, I can no longer take care of you."

I was so angry that I laughed. This is a completely different matter

Alright, I will be honest first. Fusheng, before I met you, I had a girlfriend, and she left me

I immediately sold He Gu, and Ding Yue laughed so hard he gasped for breath. Suddenly, he sighed and said, "How could someone like you, a gentle and lovely girl, be allowed to touch those terrifying bugs?"

I smiled at him, and now there is nothing that I need to keep from him. I spoke to Ding Yue openly.

Is that so? Why are you staring at my car?

Goodbye, Fusheng

What I find most intolerable is a girl like you, who appears innocent yet discreetly plays both sides. I suppose you and Ding Yue have not established a definite relationship, have you? Is it just as ambiguous as with Xia Changning?

The next morning, I received a text message from Ding Yue. He said: "Fusheng, shall we have dinner together tonight?"

Xia Changning completely ignores me, "You hate me, yet you still call me?"

I said "goodbye" and walked into the community, my smile finally revealing itself without restraint. Just yesterday, I was staring at his back. Haha!

The mind goes blank in an instant

Watching the autumn sun gradually soften, I counted the time until I finished work

From a young age, I have had almost no independent space. Even when I had my own room, there was not a single drawer with a lock in it. I did not have a place to keep my secrets until the advent of the internet

What are you running for!" Xia Changning was a bit annoyed

Xia Changning retracted his smile and said seriously: "I never said I fell in love with you at first sight. I originally intended to give Wei Zi a hard time; she has always been particularly bold since childhood and has had unique experiences. We are close friends and have been comrades for many years. She is truly sincere towards me, but while being friends is fine, even if it costs me my life, marrying her and bringing her home as a wife is out of the question. Unfortunately, she has taken a liking to my mother, so I had no choice but to resort to this strategy. Fusheng, I am truly sorry. You seem refined, but you are definitely not a petty person. May I apologize to you?"

His complexion became quite strange, his mouth slightly agape in astonishment, and even his hands were clenched into fists

I am ticklish, so I laughed at her, "If you had a waist like mine... have you ever eaten a hot dog? If you twist it hard in the middle, it breaks into two pieces, just like nunchaku!"

It was just a little past 8 PM, and the streets were bustling with people. In the busy downtown area, a scene of a man pursuing a woman attracted many curious glances. Xia Changning shot a cold glare back and then furrowed her brows to ask me: "What is going on?"

Fusheng, what happened? Are you feeling down?

Warm coffee goes down, and a rich aroma rises in my throat. I exhale comfortably.

I bit my lip, momentarily unsure whether I should reveal everything about Xia Changning's situation

What does she want from me? I have no relationship with her!

Fusheng, wait until I finish my triumph before you speak!" Meizi took another spoonful.

Plum sat in the rocking chair, laughing so hard that she almost fell off, leisurely savoring an ice cream called "Duality of Ice and Fire." Her actions contrasted starkly and obviously with my sorrow. I said angrily, "While others are already consumed by grief, you are still so carefree!"

For a moment, I found myself at a loss for words, holding my phone in a daze. Has happiness returned once more

I held onto Xia Changning's waist, my helmet resting against his back, as the city lights flashed by in front of me, giving me a feeling of flying

Is it because of a broken heart that you turned to me

I am so defeated that I cannot even cry. My luck is truly terrible

I am momentarily at a loss for words

Anywhere, as long as I can forget Ding Yue

Fusheng, please don't misunderstand. I have already ended things with her; I was just surprised to see her. I was about to come out to find you when Yue'er said she wanted to explain the reason for her departure at that time. I thought I couldn't let this issue continue to trouble me. As soon as she finished speaking, I called you. Fusheng, can you understand?

Ah, I mean, how is it when you two are alone together? Ding Yue has good conditions, and he hasn't found anyone since breaking up with his girlfriend. I immediately thought of you; after all, good things should not be shared with outsiders! You and I are good friends, and my husband is good friends with him. In the future, the four of us will definitely have a great time together! Haha, we can even share secrets!

However, you are a teacher; do you not wish to educate the rogue into a good person?" Xia Changning laughed heartily

He was summoned by Mei Zi to serve dishes, allowing him to display his gentlemanly demeanor. Ding Yue acted very naturally, showing no hint of awkwardness typical of a blind date. His gestures and his smile were equally refreshing, making one feel as if they were basking in the spring breeze

Her words were extremely vicious. Indeed, Ding Yue and I have not yet established a romantic relationship. However, I have only met Ding Yue twice! In a fit of rage, I turned around and shouted: "Xia Changning is a rogue, and you are a female rogue! You are both shameless!"

Xia Changning led me around to the side of the restaurant, and the Harley emitted a deep and resonant roar as it carried me away

"Ding Yue, how have you been? My real name is Wu Yuewei, not Long Yue'er. However, I prefer to be Long Yue'er rather than Wu Yuewei." Wu Yuewei's bright, glass-like eyes seemed to be impenetrable, shimmering with the colorful brilliance of gemstones. She stood confidently in front of Ding Yue, deliberately so. She was aware of Ding Yue's whereabouts, and her appearance was intentional.

I did not speak

Xia Changning raised her eyebrows and silently looked at me

Just say it directly, it doesn't mean I won't help you with this favor. Now you are really scaring me

My legs show signs of cramping, they are extremely stiff, pinned to the ground uncontrollably, and remain motionless

Fusheng, if I still think of her and cannot let go, I would not tell you about this, nor would I want to continue our relationship" Ding Yue said decisively

She was very beautiful, looking delicate and pitiful. She gestured to me and quietly said from behind a rock, "Can you take me across the river?" Ding Yue smiled slightly, his eyes filled with emotion.

I lowered my head, thought for a moment, and told him: "It's nothing, she just feels superior to me."

I struggled hard not to leave

I was feeling hot-headed and, in a state of extreme madness, called Xia Changning, "Xia Changning, do you want me to be your girlfriend?"

"Let's go, I will take you home." Xia Changning did not respond to my question, nor did her expression change at all

Xia Changning furrowed her brows, suddenly stopped pulling me, lowered her head, and scrutinized me for a while before asking: "Fusheng, have you been brought to tears by Wei Zi?"

After taking a few steps, I turned back to look at Ding Yue's figure, watching until he turned the corner and disappeared from sight. I reached out to touch my face; it was very hot. Unfortunately, he does not think highly of me.

To travel from Muse to Jiegao, one must take a boat. Before boarding, Ding Yue and his companions dispersed, looking back at Myanmar from the riverbank and taking photos.

I was still sobbing as he wrapped his arm around my shoulder and led me into the room behind the bar. There was another door in the room, and he opened it to reveal the street outside. His Harley was parked outside, but Xia Changning did not ride the Harley; instead, he hailed a taxi, shoved me into the car, and told the driver, "Number 78, University Road."

There is a joint border inspection station on the river, and outside the inspection station lies a vast expanse of reed marshes

This is a very romantic and sentimental story

The car door swung open, and a pair of legs clad in skinny jeans and long boots landed on the ground first. I felt a sense of relief; it was not Xia Changning. But then my heart tightened again, as the person walking towards me in the sunset was Wu Yuewei

He Gu could only say: "I remember you tearing off the grasshopper's legs as if you were eating quail legs, eating it particularly elegantly and delicately"

Xia Changning suddenly snatched the phone from my hand and said to Ding Yue: "Who are you? What did you say to my girlfriend?"

Wu Yuewei glanced down at me, her chin still raised, that imposing demeanor... Could it be that I borrowed money from her but returned only chaff?

Xia Changning looked at me without anger and said leisurely: "Fusheng, do you mean I can compete with your boyfriend?"

After leaving home, I couldn't help but smile to myself

I picked up my bag and rushed out of the restaurant. After running for about a hundred meters, I turned back to look, but Ding Yue did not follow me out.

"Don't want to leave? Alright, if you don't agree to be my girlfriend today, then don't go." He sat down, took a drag from a cigarette, and glanced at me sideways.

Ding Yue took me to drink the world's best soup, which is said to be chicken soup stewed from a hundred-year-old ginkgo and purebred native chickens

Ding Yue looked at me gently. For three days, they must have been very close, very romantic, and extraordinarily unconventional. I am very envious of such feelings. Shouldn't love be passionate and intense?

I had barely taken ten steps when only Summer Changning and I remained in the entire restaurant. I was so frightened that I could hardly speak, as terrifying scenes from movies and television surged one after another in my mind

At that moment, Ding Yue's phone rang, "Fusheng, where are you?"

I stand still; if I do not receive a clear answer from him today and if matters are not clarified, there will be endless troubles in the future

"Where do you want to go?" Xia Changning asked me loudly

It is not that I have not explained, I said it has nothing to do with Xia Changning, but she just does not believe it

Xia Changning took me to a Western restaurant, ordered two set meals, and also requested two cups of hot coffee first

Plum smiled mischievously and said, "Actually, Xia Changning is really a good person; it wouldn't hurt for you to get to know him a bit."

When Ding Yue walked in, he met my gaze directly. He was wearing a jacket, had a great physique, and his features were striking, with bright eyes and a well-defined nose, making him extremely handsome. I particularly liked the smile on his face, which was as refreshing as a spring breeze. As he approached, my heart began to race, beating rhythmically, loud enough for me to hear it.

My heart tightened as Xia Changning's words echoed in my ears, "Fusheng, you do not understand her..."

Having been rejected to this extent, I have already accepted Ding Yue as my boyfriend. I cannot understand why Xia Changning continues to cling on stubbornly. Is he really so shameless?

The wind of late autumn blew in, and I involuntarily shivered

She is true to her word; she can easily take away the person I have just started to like

Whatever

The affairs of this world are ever-changing. Just as I was saddened by Ding Yue's unwavering feelings for Wu Yuewei, in the blink of an eye, he compensates me with a normal attitude towards Xia Changning. Indeed, it is the hand of God; when one door closes, another window opens for you.

She smiled when she saw me, a sweet and beautiful smile. We spent three days together shopping, dining, and buying things in Ruili. Then she disappeared again. Ding Yue's smile carried a hint of bitterness

Fusheng, I do not wish to conceal this. Everyone has a past in their heart, remember, that was the past. Can you understand? I hope we can make an effort to understand each other, okay?" Ding Yue gently asked me, his gaze revealing a sense of anticipation

What happens next

In the eyes of mothers, a good girl is one who finishes her studies, works diligently, and then marries an honest man, leading a life of peace and contentment. No matter how much they teach, they cannot comprehend the thoughts of our generation

Ding Yue smiled and asked me: "What are you thinking that has you so lost in thought?"

What do you want from me now? Why didn't you chase after me back then? I calmly replied to him: "I was having Western food with friends, and I'm heading home now. I wish you and your ex-girlfriend a happy reunion"

It takes no more than half an hour to walk home, and I see the gray building of my house, feeling somewhat regretful that I have arrived so soon. Others say that the success of a blind date depends on whether the other party is interested enough to leave their phone number.

I stammered, saying: "Many people have seen it... the police will catch you."

"Aqi! Close the shop!" Xia Changning shouted.

I sighed and said to him, "Xia Changning, stop playing with me. I am self-aware; it is impossible for you to fall in love with me at first sight. Don't tease me. I want to find a normal boyfriend and lead a normal life. I cannot handle all that chaos."

Ding Yue, today I am feeling somewhat unhappy, because a woman came to find me

Are you pleased? What are you pleased about?

"How could that be? If it were really like that, I would be praying to the gods!" After saying this, I awkwardly looked at Mei Zi, whose bright eyes were fixed on me. I had no choice but to surrender, "Alright, I was used as a pawn, and I was played around with. I feel a bit uncomfortable. After all... it's the first time in my life that someone is pursuing me, can you give me a little sense of achievement?"

Meizi nudged me and whispered, "It's him!"

Hehe, then I fell into a state of depression for a year. Meishan kept introducing girlfriends to me, but I could never forget her until I met you. Fusheng, during this year, I went on many dates, and when I saw you, I suddenly felt very calm. I think those three days were just a chance encounter, not life.

Fusheng, how is your relationship with Xia Changning going?

Meizi sighed, "I want to ask Meishan to have dinner together tonight, but it's still early, Miss!"

I immediately called Mei Zi and asked, "Have you asked Ding Yue?"

I looked in the mirror, my face still flushed, a clean and clear face without a single blemish, and the beauty of Wu Yuewei appeared in my mind. I encouraged myself, after all, I am a delicate young lady with a slender waist! Mei Zi said she would gather intelligence, and as long as it was someone I, Ning Fusheng, had set my sights on, she would go to any lengths, even if it meant pushing Mei Shan to her death, to secure Ding Yue! I couldn't help but smile. Mei Zi said she would gather intelligence, and as long as it was someone I, Ning Fusheng, had set my sights on, she would go to any lengths, even if it meant pushing Mei Shan to her death, to secure Ding Yue! I couldn't help but smile.

Xia Changning smiled, "Has Wei Zi been looking for you?"

I chuckled and said, "My family has introduced me to a boyfriend, and I hope you will stop making fun of me. Mr. Xia, my family is just an ordinary one, and we are afraid you might cause a stir."

I nodded and went home

I walked to the entrance of the community, and Ding Yue had not yet asked for my phone number. My heart, which had been racing for a long time, gradually sank. He is handsome and has good conditions; perhaps he is not interested in me. I said softly, "Thank you for taking me home, goodbye"

Encouraged by Mei Zi, I rushed home after work, took a shower, washed my hair, and chose my outfit. Once I was all set, I dashed out of the house for my appointment. I was in a great mood, bubbling with joy.

Nothing is better than this. Ding Yue is someone I admire; his words fill me with confidence. Even when Xia Changning causes trouble and snatches the phone to speak nonsense, Ding Yue remains unfazed by his words and still calls me.

He is truly very intelligent, very intelligent

Xia Changning became a bit anxious, reached out her hand to wipe away her tears, and comforted me by saying: "She is just like this, don't listen to her nonsense"

Ding Yue did not deliberately show me great enthusiasm, nor did he neglect me. Occasionally, when he heard Mei Zi mention interesting stories from her reading, he would turn his head and ask me, "Fu Sheng, how did you come up with that?"

What I did not expect was that this blind date made me feel extremely good

Xia Changning, the principle of being ambiguous with several men at the same time, while remaining unmarried and open to pursuit by anyone, does not work for me. I will clearly inform Ding Yue of everything. I believe he will not pay any attention to your shameless behavior, nor will he...

Why have you become so strange since you started working? Is there something you cannot tell your mother?

Moon! I heard Ding Yue shout, and I stood up

The next day, I asked my mother: "Do my eyes look more spirited with mascara on?"

Not ! ''

I nodded. As long as I do not go in and see Ding Yue and Wu Yuewei, and as long as Ding Yue does not know about the relationship in between, I will tell him everything.

Then who is it with

Ding Yue encountered Long Yue'er, who had a passionate three-day affair with him, appearing before him and calmly informing him that her name was Wu Yuewei. He was not mistaken

He just sent me home without any expression. Am I being too dull? I feel frustrated; I encountered two monsters and had bad luck, but now that my luck has improved, the other party looks down on me.

Today, I went to the restroom particularly often, locking myself in the small stall to look in the mirror

What next

Xia Changning spoke the truth, and he will no longer entangle me

Xia Changning chuckled, laughing so hard that she leaned back on the sofa chair, "Ah, Fusheng, your expressions are truly vivid"

Jiegao is the largest border trade port in Yunnan, located four kilometers south of Ruili City. It is the terminus of National Highway 320 and is separated from Ruili City by only the Ruili River.

How could it be that there is no relationship? I sigh. If it were someone like He Gu, it would be fine to date for a while and then break up without any issues. However, someone like Xia Changning is probably not someone I can just break up with whenever I want. Rather than being angry in the future, I would prefer to avoid contact altogether

I finally feel a bit more at ease. I am certainly not a petty person, and a relaxed smile appeared on my face as the doubts and fears that had been lingering in my heart were completely dispelled by his words

As soon as I walked out of the school gate with a smile, I saw Xia Changning's car, and my mood instantly felt like a fallen leaf at the bottom of my foot, rolling helplessly and desolately in the wind

I cried out

In an instant, blood rushed to my head. I picked up the table lamp, ashtray, and menu from the dining table and threw them at him without saying a word, my eyes red, throwing with all my might.

Ding Yue's story is not over. The girl disappeared, and that was that. However, while Ding Yue was planning to buy some items on a street dedicated to Sino-Burmese trade, he saw that girl again

In the golden glow of the setting sun, Xia Changning's black car resembled a stiff-legged bug, evoking both fear and aversion. I wished to learn how to walk sideways like a crab, slowly retreating along the school wall until he was out of sight

I followed his gaze and looked up, where the beautiful figure of Wu Yuewei appeared at the entrance of the restaurant

No, that is not the case, Fusheng. In fact, temporary border permits can be issued at the border, allowing for free passage between both sides within a day. What she means is that she wants to return to Ruili with us

I gazed intently at Wu Yuewei, the face of a classical beauty, with a faint smile at the corners of her lips and a glimmer of understanding in her eyes. Her words echoed repeatedly in my ears: "I suppose it would be quite easy for me to steal your boyfriend."

The taxi took me home, and I saw him riding a motorcycle following behind from a distance. I had no more energy to contemplate Xia Changning's actions.

Ding Yue, an enthusiast of photography, did not take pictures of people; instead, he moved a little further away to capture the scenery. At that moment, a girl emerged from the reeds by the riverside.

Really

What am I doing

Isn't there a border inspection station?

I kicked her under the table, and her head was already buried down.

What kind of girl can make an outstanding man think of her constantly in just three days? Can I compare to her status in Ding Yue's heart? I can't help but feel a bit despondent.

However, my parents occasionally ask me. In the past, I hardly kept anything from them, but now I find myself reluctant to speak. It's not that I want to hide things from them; I just don't want to talk, and my words have become perfunctory. When my mother asks a few more times and becomes annoying, I start to entertain the thought of moving out.

I bit my lip tightly, and tears fell uncontrollably in large drops.

What did Wei Zi do today

Ding Yue said thoughtfully: "Alright, I will pick you up after work tomorrow and we can talk then. Get some rest early"

His footsteps grew closer and closer, and I just wanted to get further away from the restaurant, even farther. As I ran past the street corner, my arm tensed, and I crashed heavily into Xia Changning's embrace, so hard that I almost lost my breath.

Well then, I will no longer think about Ding Yue, and it has nothing to do with Xia Changning either. I just have not yet encountered my destined person

Fusheng