Chapter 3, Heart and Liver

She actually understood the message in his eyes

She asked him in the innocent tone of a four-year-old, "If you are not going to play anymore, shall we go home? My mother hasn't come to pick me up either. Can we go home by ourselves?"

Pei Chuan felt that she would definitely cry, just like Chen Hu, crying in a way that shook the heavens and the earth, and then reporting to the teacher. All the children in the kindergarten disliked him; even before his leg was broken, he was taciturn and had few friends. The children all thought that his personality was reclusive and difficult to get along with

Beyao wrote this passage from the perspective of an observer, and after finishing, she was drenched in cold sweat, yet she knew she had to continue

It is as if one could originally see the world through a piece of transparent glass, but gradually, that glass becomes covered little by little, making it difficult to see clearly

In 2014, Bei Yao died in a pitiful manner, still becoming a shield for that woman

Inspire the hearts of the youth

She still wanted to say something, but Zhao Zhilan's figure had already appeared on the small path outside the kindergarten

Teacher Xiao Zhao cleaned up the scraps of paper left by the children, while Bei Yao looked at Pei Chuan's back, and the little short legs waddled over.

The setting sun cast its glow over the courtyard, as her chubby little hand gently placed a paper airplane on his lap

Bei Yao was lost in thought for the entire afternoon

She vaguely recalled that this song is called "Tomorrow Will Be Better"

They are having fun, while Peichuan coldly watches from the corner

As Bei Yao opened her eyes just before dawn, her forehead felt burning hot, and what frightened her even more was that her memory began to blur

Pei Chuan's gaze fell upon Bei Yao

She vaguely remembers that during elementary school, Uncle Pei and Aunt Jiang Wenjuan were divorced, and Pei Chuan lived with his father. However, at that time, she did not pay attention to him and even forgot which grade she was in during elementary school.

Before going to bed, Beiyao was wondering if Peichuan went to kindergarten today

Bei Yao, in 2010, married Huo Xu, only to discover after their marriage that he had someone he truly loved. Bei Yao was merely a shield for him to protect his true love from his family. Huo Xu, a descendant of both military and business families, was wealthy and influential. He had never touched her, but when she realized her true position and insisted on leaving, Huo Xu would not allow it

And now, those unforgettable memories have inexplicably become shrouded in a thick fog, as if the body of this four-year-old girl is rejecting these memories

She held her soft daughter and gently sighed, "Alas, what kind of sin did that couple commit for their child to have turned out this way..."

He showed no mercy as he struck, and with a crisp sound of "pa," her soft hand instantly turned red all over

The lights on the fourth floor across are turned on

Innocent, joyful, and lovely

After dinner, Beiyao opened the bedroom window and, while Zhao Zhilan was washing the dishes, she struggled to climb onto a stool to look outside

Observe the bustling world

That is Peichuan's home, and there are people at his house, so he should be taken back home. Only then did she breathe a sigh of relief

Go away, I do not need you

Pei Chuan wore a cold expression and unexpectedly threw the plane away

The little girl continued to pick them up, each time carefully afraid of shaking off the dust, placing them on his lap, and smiling up at him.

Zhao Zhilan's footsteps drew closer, and Bei Yao had no time to continue; in the end, she could only hastily tell her future self: "Take good care of Pei Chuan"

In his previous life, he refused to go to kindergarten because of what happened yesterday, and he no longer spoke. What about today

Beyao resolutely continued to write: "Ms. Zhao Zhilan ultimately sought the help of a man, who rescued Beyao. That man was Peichuan, a man regarded as very bad in the eyes of the world; all the programs he wrote were destructive to social stability. He was taciturn and protected Beyao for two years. On the day she died, Peichuan told her, 'She was the heart and soul he dared not love for a lifetime.'"

Beiyao knows what he is looking at, and his parents have not come to pick him up yet

Beyao's mother, Zhao Lanzhi, finishes work at the clothing factory a bit late, so usually Fang Minjun is picked up by her grandmother. In the end, only Beyao, Peichuan, and Teacher Zhao are left in the classroom

Mom, please sing me a song

Teacher Xiao Zhao awkwardly smiled and said, "Beiyao's mother, you may go first"

Pei Chuan remained motionless, and Teacher Xiao Zhao followed his gaze, only to discover that he was looking at the mother and daughter at the end of the path

Seeing that Bei Yao was not crying, Teacher Zhao let out a sigh of relief. She did not expect the two children to clarify what had happened; she only hoped that they would not cause any more trouble from then on.

Zhao Zhilan had no choice but to carry Bei Yao away

Fang Minjun does not resemble other children of the same age who are chubby and plump; instead, her face has less flesh, which makes her appear somewhat delicate and refined

Amidst the innocent laughter and joy, he gazed at the empty seat of the little girl at the front.

The paper flew away with the wind

Beiyao instinctively withdrew her hand

In 2012, Bei Yao sought a way to meet the person that Huo Xu truly liked for the first time. However, in the blink of an eye, Huo Xu sent her away and even slapped her for the first time. Mr. Zhao Zhilan and Mr. Bei Licai were heartbroken, and in their middle age, they tirelessly sought help for her matters. In the end, Mr. Bei had an accident and became a vegetative state

The little girl's chubby hands are both white and soft, with several small dimples on the back of her hands. When Bei Yao was young, she was afraid of pain, and the thought of getting an injection would make her tremble all over. Pei Chuan was born with a cleft hand, and when he struck down without mercy, the pain was unexpectedly intense

Beiyao knows that all those who have been hurt are like hedgehogs, yet their hearts remain soft

However, Xiao Peichuan forgot that it was a paper airplane, and the gentle breeze carried the paper airplane, causing it to float away and land far off in front of the plum tree in the courtyard

He came to school, but she did not come

He did not speak, yet when Beiyao reached out to touch his wheelchair, he suddenly raised his hand and struck the back of her hand.

A cheer erupted, and the children hurriedly hid away

Beyao wiped away her tears and obediently lay back down on the bed

Waiting for the sixth time, she carefully placed it on his lap

Is it still spinning endlessly in solitude

Zhao Zhilan pinned a yellow wildflower in the little girl's hair, and the doll in her arms had big eyes that curved into crescent shapes

Pei Chuan felt a surge of anger within him, although he did not know why, he gritted his teeth and threw it again

Gently awaken the slumbering soul

After a long time, he spread out his hand, revealing a palm full of remnants of a paper airplane that he had kept hidden, and he silently let it go

Unaware of what Beiyao was rambling about, she sobbed, her tears soaking the pillow. Zhao Zhilan was startled awake from her nap and hurriedly took some alcohol to help bring down her temperature

At the end of school, parents began to arrive one after another to pick up their children

She lowered her head to look at her small hand, while Peichuan was also looking at the hand he had struck.

Fang Minjun turned around

She is not a real child, so it is naturally impossible for her to be interested in these games like a real child would be. Moreover, she has a fever, and the high temperature makes her feel dazed and lacking in energy

In the voice of Zhao Zhilan, she fell into a deep sleep once again

Bei Yao was infuriated

They live in a residential community. Beiyao's family resides on the third floor, while Peichuan's family is on the fourth floor. Beiyao has had her own bedroom since she was young, separate from her parents. From her side of the house, she can see Peichuan's home.

She said, "Alright, but I won't be a cat."

Ultimately, I feel heartache for my daughter. She thought for a moment and sang with a clear voice

Pei Chuan lowered his head, his fingers gripping the crack of the door tightly

Chen Hu rushed over excitedly: "Fang Minjun, do you want to play hide and seek?"

As soon as Zhao Zhilan stepped out, Bei Yao struggled to get out of bed and rummaged for her grid paper and pencil that she had used for writing.

With the last character "川" written, she quickly put the notebook into the drawer. Zhao Zhilan pushed the door open and exclaimed at her: "What are you running around for when you have a fever!"

As Bei Yao recalled, tears streamed down her face

This is an album released in 1985, and it has been many years since Bei Yao has heard such a familiar yet unfamiliar gentle song.

Chen Hu's father was still the first to arrive. The chubby boy proudly stood up from his small stool and cast a sidelong glance at Bei Yao as he passed by. However, he harbored more resentment towards Pei Chuan, and as he left, he loudly said to Pei Chuan: "Your father won't come to pick you up"

Beyao gently furrowed her brows, and Zhao Zhilan came over to pick her up, greeting Teacher Zhao along the way. As she passed by Peichuan, her heart softened: "Peichuan, Aunt Zhao will take you home."

That was a face known as "Little Jade Girl" in 1996, as it resembled the early features of a certain Hong Kong star. This made Fang Minjun's mother, Zhao Xiu, particularly proud

Teacher Xiao Zhao finally managed to coax Chen Hu, and when she turned her head, she saw Bei Yao staring at her and the chubby boy with her big, round eyes

If one truly has to grow up bearing the memories and soul of an adult, it can be quite distressing

Zhao Zhilan laughed and scolded, "You don't listen but still want to hear songs!"

The little chubby boy ran away in a flash

Died in a very dramatic manner

Pei Chuan looked at her

In the afternoon, the children were folding paper, while Peichuan stood at the door, never coming over. Teacher Zhao pushed his wheelchair, but he pressed his lips together and firmly held onto the door seam with his fingers. Teacher Zhao was afraid of pinching his fingers, so she had no choice but to give up.

He is indeed difficult to get along with

Slowly open your eyes

He tore it apart without any expression on his face

She does not know on which day her memories will ultimately rest, as living with the memories of a past life is inherently contrary to reason. To have the chance to start over is already a blessing

Several children around Fang Minjun all wanted to catch that beautiful butterfly

He just knew that she was deceiving him, and that her mother would come to pick her up and take her home

As soon as Teacher Zhao left, Chen Hu glared at Bei Yao with his tear-red eyes. Then the chubby boy snorted and walked away

In the next moment, she trotted over to pick it up, and ran back, cherishingly placing the paper airplane on his lap, the light in her eyes undiminished.

Then he pointed to a little boy to act as a cat, and the child pouted, having no choice but to agree

She had a fever again while sleeping at midnight, and Zhao Zhilan, who was sleeping beside her, felt her daughter's body was burning hot

Chen Hu agreed wholeheartedly

Beiyao glanced at the paper airplane, then turned her head to look at him

Pei Chuan raised his gaze, his pair of pitch-black eyes quietly observing Chen Hu. His pale fingers silently tightened their grip on the wheelchair

Beyao's slightly yellow hair is soft, styled into two small bunches.

She is confused, remembering that she died at the age of twenty-two

Bei Yao sighed inwardly

She smiled, her almond-shaped eyes curving gently, and with a soft, tender voice, she said: "Here you go, my name is Beiyao. Our homes are very close, shall we go home together?"

The spring breeze is oblivious to romance

Peichuan's wheelchair is not tall, yet sitting in it makes him slightly taller than a four-year-old girl

Today, the sun is shining brightly, and the children in the kindergarten are watching the white butterflies resting in the grass.

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Only after they had walked far away did Teacher Zhao smile and gently pat Peichuan's head

Teacher Xiao Zhao crouched down to examine Bei Yao's calf, which was red over a large area and even had some broken skin. The little girl did not cry or make a fuss, remaining quiet and understanding. Clearly, this month when she came to kindergarten, this youngest girl was still prone to crying.