Chapter 8, I too have drifted for a long time

Beginning in 1966, the mother and daughter faced difficult circumstances due to issues related to their social status. The mother soon took her own life, leaving her as the sole survivor of the once-flourishing Shi family in Shanghai that year

Zhang Miaowen is very supportive; she even said she wants to go with Wu Wei

They wish to each abandon their so-called faith and love to the death. Or perhaps they linger in the coastal park, enjoying the blooming flowers, the verdant starfruit trees, where people and nature reflect each other, creating an infinite sense of tranquility. Gazing at each other, they murmur, it would be better to die together. Yet even in death, they cannot be permitted by the doctrines.

In September, both Gui Xin and I experienced unexpected surprises. First, she brought home the second prize from the Han Suyin Youth Translation Competition, and then I received a notification stating that I had won an excellence award in the prose category of the Chinese Composition Competition. Initially, my motivation for participating was merely the allure of the substantial prize money. Now, although it is just an excellence award, it unexpectedly provides me with the opportunity to visit Hong Kong, which serves as a consolation for the dull and unremarkable days.

"It's nothing." The car has arrived, she tidied her clothes and went up, turning back to wave at me, "Are you tired today? Rest early."

The lighting in the auditorium is too bright, and the potted flowers in the background on stage are too vibrant, which makes it difficult for me to see her clearly. After a while, I realized that the people around me were looking at me with a puzzled expression.

I approached cautiously to look at Grandma Shi's remains. Indeed, her appearance was still plump and dignified, with a full face, and a cross hanging from her neck

She smiled at me and said, "Look, I am truly fortunate, a granddaughter has fallen from the sky"

I am very happy, she asked me to support her while walking in the garden, pointing out one by one: "That osmanthus tree is blooming particularly well this year. In fact, I still prefer the silver osmanthus, its color is light and its fragrance is gentle. The scent of the red osmanthus is even more overwhelming, like a socialite."

I pointed to the water bottle beside me: "Yes, there is."

She wore a long black dress, her long hair hanging straight down, with loose sideburns and delicate, refined features—she was not as stunningly beautiful as Song Ximing had described. However, she indeed exuded a dignified aura, and a slight smile at the corners of her mouth concealed an air of indifference and nonchalance

"Qingye, what are you thinking?" Xiaoman nudged me

They exchanged glances and sighed: "I will tell you when I return"

Song Ximing

Most marriages are about "getting by," while there is a kind that is about "living"

Time flows slowly, and we are like old acquaintances, remaining calm and silent for a moment

It seems to have started from her reciting "Four Poems of the Footsteps," from her accompanying me to Paris, and from her playing tricks with me. I have always wanted to help her, but I have truly realized that in the face of fate, she, like Jiu Xun, is stronger than I am

She happily switched to the Qingmian dialect, which is similar to the Luqiao dialect, and we became familiar with each other: "Of course I know, that old man has raised a large wolfdog and planted medicinal herbs all over the yard"

The one she fell in love with is named Lin Hu, who studies in Hong Kong. They are of the same age and met online. Afterward, they met in person; one practices Christianity while the other practices Buddhism, a love fraught with dual taboos

There is a black and white photo of a round-faced girl with a ponytail, standing on the school's flower bed, awkwardly holding a certificate for the first prize in a certain competition.

She flatteringly suggested, "Shall we go together for this autumn outing?"

My older sister asked: "Are you going to work right after you graduate?"

He replied: "You should go find her after the meeting; I have already spoken to her."

Qingye, I have no relatives in my hometown. From this moment on, I will regard you as a person from my hometown, which is wonderful

There is no way, I have always been sensitive

As for marriage, I have never had any illusions. My parents were married for decades without any feelings, and ultimately they still separated. What does it matter that my father worked hard for most of his life to build such a family business, if it only reflects a desolate old age

I nodded: "It is an immense honor"

Finally, she gave me six large and perfectly shaped oranges, and I returned to school

During the summer vacation, we were all busy with our own matters and had little contact. I returned to Luqiao Town for two or three nights before going back to Shanghai. My mother's condition is relatively good; feeling too lonely, she adopted a Chinese rural dog and a tabby cat, naming them Xiao Hei and Xiao Huang. This has brought some liveliness, and it has become a common occurrence for the cat and dog to fight. Xiao Hei is timid, while Xiao Huang is spoiled, often chasing Xiao Hei around the yard until he flees in panic. When things calm down, Xiao Huang unexpectedly raises her paw to slap Xiao Hei. My mother laughs, saying that for a dog to behave like this is truly remarkable. I said, you don't understand; this is a sign of generosity.

"Cough, he always has a look of deep resentment." I cautiously remarked, "It seems he has been suffering from long-term insomnia."

Her face flushed: "Of course. Um... I'll give this to you. This is the only full moon photo I have."

The elderly sister from the Gospel Hall mentioned that when cancer progresses to the final stages, it spreads throughout the body, eroding bones, flesh, blood, and spirit. You see, many who suffer from cancer do not die from pain, but rather from emaciation, starvation, or exhaustion. Sister Shi, who valued her appearance throughout her life, insisted on dying gracefully. After the onset of winter, she suddenly caught a cold, and her white blood cell count dropped significantly; she passed away within a single night.

Lazily lying in bed until dawn, I jump up as soon as the alarm goes off to attend class, and I even admire my own attendance rate. Like a masochist, I rush between various tutoring classes, yet Gui Xin pointed out: "With the few language qualifications you have in hand, finding a job in Shanghai is really not that difficult. The way you are working so hard, is it because your worries are not yet resolved? Ultimately, one day, you will need to have a greater goal."

The father did not express his opinion. This is considered a tacit agreement

Then I must go back and look for it

Amen, Grandma Shi is now able to walk, her hair is neatly combed, her demeanor is pleasant, and she is wearing a dark blue wool coat. Her back is straight, and she appears to have healthy bones

Grandma Shi also sang along, and as she sang, tears would well up in her eyes. I once thought that the love among brothers and sisters in Christianity was too unreasonable, as I did not understand the true existence of God. Now I realize that everyone probably has a god in their heart, granting them hope, courage, comfort, and numbness. The world is full of the unknown; although my face appears calm, my heart is often alarmed. The crowd has begun to pray, and I, like an outsider, hide among them, watching as they clasp their hands together, bow their heads, close their eyes, and murmur their prayers. Now I realize that everyone probably has a god in their heart, granting them hope, courage, comfort, and numbness. The world is full of the unknown; although my face appears calm, my heart is often alarmed. The crowd has begun to pray, and I, like an outsider, hide among them, watching as they clasp their hands together, bow their heads, close their eyes, and murmur their prayers. There are countless postures, yet their expressions are remarkably similar—serene, intoxicated, and obsessed, as if bathed in holy light. I look up and survey my surroundings; because I do not believe, I do not see God, only the cross at the front, the stained glass windows, and the dense orange grove outside the window, rustling in the wind, laden with bright yellow fruit, full of juice.

After the meal, some people were still not satisfied, suggesting going to a disco, watching a late-night movie, or going to a karaoke bar. I had no interest in any of that and just wanted to go home. Yiping said, "Let's leave first." I replied, "I'll take you home first."

Um ... ...

Feel compassion. Attempt to engage more deeply, support her, embrace her, hold her.

Do you find it laughable that I still have such aspirations

I am trying to cultivate a relationship with Luo Yiping. She is gentle and amiable, beyond reproach. Interacting with her feels no different from being with any ordinary person. Once, we went to the Poly Theatre to watch a play. At first, she took out her camera to take pictures, and later, out of politeness, she accompanied me, asking me several general knowledge questions, and then she became engrossed in texting. I said, if you don't want to watch, we can go back. She quickly shook her head, saying no, it's very good, I want to watch it with you. She listened intently, which made me feel reluctant. On another occasion at the Poly Theatre, she took out her camera to take pictures, then politely accompanied me, asking me several general knowledge questions, and then became absorbed in texting. I said, if you don't want to watch, we can go back. She quickly shook her head, saying no, it's very good, I want to watch it with you. She listened intently, which made me feel reluctant and also sad. If that girl were by my side, she would surely be spirited and chattering away.

I charged forward: "Who says it's impossible... she is about to graduate, and I will have her come to work in Beijing."

This is the first meeting between Qi Chong and Zhang Miaowen, and they are communicating in English

As time passes, I must still acknowledge that Jiu Xun is the one who can articulate the depths of my heart with a single phrase

Very adept at reading between the lines

Lin Hu held her tightly, and my faith cannot tolerate love between the same sex. Miao Wen, we are all sinners, rejected by our respective beliefs. Miao Wen, whether to live, to die, or to fall, we all go to the same place. No matter how deep the abyss of suffering, I am willing to be with you. Miao Wen

I buried my head, my nasal cavity stinging unbearably from holding back tears. I exerted all my strength to prevent myself from crying, but for a moment, I could no longer hold it in, and tears fell onto the table with a soft plop. The other students kept up with the pace, the atmosphere was lively, while I was left abandoned, ignored by everyone.

Tomorrow, Pingping will go to give a gift to someone. Luo Yiping's mother is serving me food, "She is a college classmate of hers, and she has given birth."

I shook my head: "Apprehensive"

On the day of the autumn outing, we hired a vehicle to go out. The ride was a bit cramped, and it was a bright sunny day. Yiping and I sat together, and I asked her if she felt carsick and whether she wanted to sit by the window. She said it was fine and smiled at me.

Zhang Miaowen resides in Beijing, living in a new apartment of over 160 square meters in the International Apartment of the East District of Guomao, under the identity of Mrs. Wu. She is a freelancer, with the flexibility to work remotely or on a monthly basis

"Then I will die as well," she smiled. "Now we have both come back from the dead, and the rest of our lives are a gift from heaven, which we must cherish even more. From your Buddhist perspective, this is fate; since we cannot escape it, we must live better and stronger than anyone else."

She said, "In fact, there is nothing to envy. We, as a certain type of people, may appear to have a lot of elegance and share a deep understanding with like-minded individuals. But ultimately, we still have to settle down and have children. She laughed, you know how perilous the academic path is; the more one studies, the more endless it seems, and the road becomes narrower. In this era, it is impossible to produce true scholars. Every field is rife with filth. When I was studying, I was also afraid of work, thinking the workplace was dirty and one should not get involved. She laughed, you know how perilous the academic path is; the more one studies, the more endless it seems, and the road becomes narrower. In this era, it is impossible to produce true scholars. Every field is rife with filth. When I was studying, I was also afraid of work, thinking the workplace was dirty and one should not get involved. But in fact, the university is just as filthy; if you do not engage in power plays and rely solely on hard work, it is nearly impossible to rise. Have you seen how many teachers are at odds with each other, displaying all sorts of ugly behavior just to get a title? One cannot blame them; they are all forced into it."

She held the teacup and smiled: "Song Ximing's taste is indeed commendable. Just seeing you reminds me of my own youthful days at the age of twenty."

In the end, grandmother advised, when marrying, seek a virtuous woman, do not consider a lavish dowry, this child is quite good

Ah, no. I pointed to a small photo, "Is this your first month?"

She embraced me and whispered in my ear: "Yes, just like this. The Aoyama I first recognized was always like this, never willing to sink into despair, like a fool, and we are the same. While we are still young, let us dream to our heart's content and struggle to our heart's content"

There is a snack street in the bull market, and many halal dishes are quite good. I said, "However, that is for Muslims..."

"No, I was just calling you," she hesitated for a moment, leaning against my arm. I did not refuse, but my body felt strangely stiff.

I embraced her, leaned down, gently closed my eyes, and assumed a tender demeanor, preparing to kiss her

This person. She smiled quietly, her complexion as serene as cold jade, "It seems I owe him so much." Just then, the lotus seed paste buns arrived, and she changed the subject, "This Lotus Fragrance Pavilion is filled with stories; even a single pastry here carries more contemplation than elsewhere. Last time I came, a friend mentioned that in the past, Liang Yusheng liked to set up chess games here."

How much I once disliked the land bridge, disliked its dampness and crowding, disliked its accent that differed from the city's dialect, and disliked the persistent fishy smell lingering in the alleys of the land bridge

I clutched the brown property certificate tightly, standing in the courtyard. The name of the property owner on the certificate is already my own. The property deed bears her signature: Shi Zhaochun

Finally, there came a day when I could answer my English teacher's questions without any hesitation, and I could even use one or two long words that only middle school students would know in conversation. After graduating from the sixth grade, I was directly admitted to the best junior high school in the city and spoke on behalf of the graduates. I had grown taller, and the blue skirt of my school uniform was clearly too short. I walked lightly, bidding farewell to my dim and struggling elementary school days. At last, I could receive serious love letters with deep handwriting that penetrated the paper in the desk hole, and I could be valued by my teachers, who would smile and point out that the little girl Lu Qing was quite good. I had grown taller, and the blue skirt of my school uniform was clearly too short. I walked lightly, bidding farewell to my dim and struggling elementary school days. At last, I could receive serious love letters with deep handwriting that penetrated the paper in the desk hole, and I could be valued by my teachers, who would smile and point out that the little girl Lu Qing was quite good. I could also speak delicate English like the city girls, my tongue flexibly sweeping over the roof of my mouth.

There is nothing. I tidy up my textbooks, smiling, I am thinking, being young is wonderful

That Teacher Huang was very dissatisfied, clasping his hands and saying: "Every year for the spring and autumn outings, they talk about going to Europe or to Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, but in the end, we went nowhere! University teachers are not as reliable as middle school teachers; those middle school teachers are steadfast, with two trips a year! Moreover, if one year the college entrance examination or the high school entrance examination results are outstanding, they get to travel during the summer and winter vacations! Spending the summer vacation in Southeast Asia to escape the heat and the winter vacation in the Southern Hemisphere to enjoy summer, it really is..."

Once again, the matter of the house has been brought up, causing me a headache and a look of difficulty on my face

Female friendships often develop rapidly and can be perplexing. They engage in cheerful conversation and then agree to go to a bar together

When we arrived at the botanical garden, the teachers from the previous group had already arrived. The line at the ticket window was very long, and there were particularly many couples. I was preparing to help everyone queue up when a young teacher came over with a smile and said, "Everyone has bought their tickets, so please go in!"

After the approval for Wu Wei to join the medical team going to Kenya was granted, his parents were naturally astonished, followed by opposition—his family had many rules, and such matters of acting first and reporting later were absolutely not permitted.

Because cancer is so terrifying, I was once plagued by headaches. If Grandma Shi had passed away early and truly left the house to me in a will, I wouldn't know how to deal with the trouble, and no amount of explanation would suffice. Now that I hear she is improving, I can hardly help but praise God. Could it be that sincere prayers can indeed relieve the suffering of His believers

They replied quickly: "Understood. Congratulations on your award"

One day, as summer vacation was about to begin, we left school together after work. Gradually, our shoulders brushed against each other, and she slightly lowered her head, still somewhat naive, discussing Shakespeare's plays with me. The evening breeze was warm, and as we passed through a quiet grove, a gentle light illuminated the surroundings. Our shoulders were already leaning against each other, both of us filled with intense hesitation, yet there was also a sense of recklessness in the air. She was waiting, and I was waiting too; through the thin fabric, I could almost feel the shivers and unease that coursed through her body. It was this pure and innocent good student, who had been in school from childhood to adulthood, excelling in her studies and sailing smoothly through life, that had developed into such a composed and melancholic woman. I heard a silent sigh escape my heart, as if I were trying to completely sever ties with the past.

She seduced, could it be that you cannot take two days off? Just two days, we will go to Lanyuan to watch a play on the weekend, and on Sunday we will visit the Suzhou Museum, it won't delay you

On this vehicle, she is the only teacher of Spanish, while the others are all from East Asian language backgrounds, and there are many young people, making it quite lively. Initially, someone suggested saying "I love you" in different languages. A female teacher who teaches Korean rolled her eyes and said it was not difficult at all, as she could already speak seven or eight languages back in her school days. Then someone proposed singing in different languages. In an instant, there was a cacophony of Japanese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Burmese, and more. Teacher Huang laughed and said, "Oh my, you all are even livelier than those elementary school students!"

One should not casually form deep connections with others, this is my personal experience. Yet, it does not prevent me from being soft-hearted time and again. For instance, I treated Baby Shi kindly at that time, gifting him many picture books—simply because I recalled how lonely my own childhood was, I feel lonely

Accompanying her is her son, who is just over ten years old—she is a typical late marriage case, having a child in middle age, and she dotes on him immensely. The requirement for this autumn outing is "no family members allowed." She laughs and says, "I will abide by the rule of not bringing my husband, but my son—well, my son can come. It doesn't say 'no sons allowed.'"

After the summer, the temperature in Beijing drops sharply

In mid-December, someone from the Xujing Gospel Hall contacted me to inform me that Sister Shi had passed away. I was shocked, as I never expected her to die so suddenly—I thought she was recovering and would at least be able to enjoy her later years, perhaps for another three to five years.

After a while, ask him: "You once said you would introduce us, what do you think now?"

Several seasonal flowers are blooming beautifully in the botanical garden Although the park rules clearly state that flying kites and setting up tents are not allowed, one can still see numerous camps set up at a glance The female teachers are walking around taking pictures with their small digital cameras Someone calls out, "Teacher Song, Teacher Luo, would you like me to take a photo of the two of you?"

The first song that can sing is it SASHA's "I Feel Lonely"

The elder smiled, the Lord does not approve of your love. Child, lost lamb, please return, in the house of God, confess your sins.

Grandma Shi's funeral ceremony was very simple. Several elderly sisters gathered around her to pray until midnight. The next day, the funeral home sent a vehicle to take her away. The elderly sisters were concerned that I might be scared, so they only asked me to wait in the gospel hall, saying they would be back in less than two hours. I asked, "Does she have no relatives at home?" They replied, "Don't you know?"

"People from the north tend to conflate Jiangnan with other regions," I replied, "My home is in Luqiao Town, which is not in the same city as Qingmian Town."

I said: "You have no idea how envious I am of you"

I know

Good night

I accompanied her to meet a friend at Nanjing University, who is also an academic woman reluctant to marry. We spent a full hour discussing Kunqu opera, adorned with fragrant Buddhist prayer beads on her wrist. In comparison, I, who am less dedicated to my studies, couldn't help but feel anxious. In the afternoon, we participated in a practice session at the Nanjing Kunqu Research Institute, learning a piece called "Parasitic Grass" from the song "Zhe Liu Yang Guan." The elder sister began to sing: "Afraid to play the Yangguan tune, the cold Wei River flows; it is the peach leaves on the riverbank that drift across the waves, the grass on the islet clings to the cloud stains." I stood by, entranced, feeling that such beautiful moments are rare. I can interact and associate with these people of character, and even if I turn around to face the hardships of life, what is there to fear or be dissatisfied with?

I do not have this fortune. I always feel as if someone is chasing me from behind, walking on the edge of a knife, and a moment's carelessness could lead to a fall. Xiaoman often grits her teeth and says, "You are not taking the graduate entrance exam, so why are you working so hard?"

Throughout the entire process, Yiping remained by my side with a constant smile, occasionally peeling a piece of mint candy for me. She also passed the entire roll of mint candy to the teacher in the car

Perhaps my momentary hesitation tugged at her exceedingly sensitive nerves. She suddenly broke free, took a deep breath, her cheeks flushed, and tears slowly welled up in her eyes.

However, I have truly fallen in love with her

I want to make money. This thought compels my eyes to blaze with intensity, nearly driving me to desperation

I feel ashamed and do not know how to respond. She smiled again and said, "He also mentioned that we are from the same hometown."

"Hey, hey, I want to be a bridesmaid!" exclaimed a female teacher who teaches Thai, "Yiping, I am confirming this with you right now."

Yiping smiled and said, "I want to go together." I understood her underlying meaning—women are always eager to make their boyfriends public. Firstly, it demonstrates that they are happily in love, and secondly, it ensures that the man is completely devoted. Since everyone is already aware of our relationship, your various actions will be subject to public scrutiny.

I also clearly remember that autumn outing when the female teacher took us on a boat ride on the lake. It was an electric boat, controlled by foot pedals. Somehow, we drove the boat headlong into the lotus pond and were caught in a sudden cool rain. How could the children not be frightened? One girl, being timid, immediately began to cry, thinking that the boat would never return, and we would be buried here. As for me, I thought that if we delayed returning the boat, we might be fined. The children, burdened with worries, sat in the cabin, and the little ones expressed many grievances. One girl, being timid, immediately began to cry, thinking that the boat would never return, and we would be buried here. As for me, I thought that if we delayed returning the boat, we might be fined. The children, burdened with worries, sat in the cabin, and the little ones expressed many grievances. But that female teacher, with composure, taught us to recite: "Always remember the creek pavilion at dusk, intoxicated and unaware of the way back. After a joyful outing, we returned late, mistakenly entering the depths of the lotus flowers. Paddling hard, paddling hard, startled a flock of gulls and egrets." I savored the phrase "the depths of the lotus flowers" and felt an infinite beauty.

I once thought that perhaps I could help her in some way, to prevent her from crying, to keep her from feeling lost, to spare her from the hardships of labor. She should be able to study with ease and joy, and she ought to carry herself with the grace of an ordinary child.

Lu Qingye

At the subway station waiting for the train, she leaned slightly against me. I originally wanted to hold her tighter, but then I felt that such an action would be too abrupt

Is a person free?

I replied: "Hmm"

How can I resist, smiling and nodding in agreement

She poured water for me: "You will surely drag yourself down like this."

Yes, you are right. We have already died once. After you return to Beijing, can we meet again

The first conversation I had with my father after our cold war was about Luo Yiping. I simply told him that if he could be satisfied, we would proceed step by step, striving towards the completion of a marriage

In mid-June, Qi Chong came to Beijing on official business and contacted me, expressing a desire to meet.

Miao Wen said, let us do good together. No indulgence, no extravagance, no resentment, no killing. Participate in many charitable activities, hoping to receive forgiveness from God and Buddha

The elder said, we yearn for food, pleasant scents, and wonderful sounds. If we insist on resisting them, as if they were sins, it is akin to forcibly suppressing our nature, which is harmful. People, influenced by ignorance, perceive the body as a real existence and crave to satisfy their pursuit of sensory pleasures. However, after spiritual maturity, ignorance is replaced by knowledge and wisdom. Thus, when the body is seen as an illusory impression, one naturally transcends this attachment. We observe that some wise individuals, upon maturing, abandon sexual matters, just as a child no longer plays with those toys. There is nothing inherently wrong with sexual matters. The error lies in the attachment to them and being enslaved by them, believing that indulgence in sexual matters can bring ultimate happiness. We do not condemn homosexuality as wrong or sinful, but we also do not indulge it, because, like other sexual matters, it delays our liberation from the cycle of rebirth. The error lies in the attachment to it and being enslaved by it, believing that indulgence in sexual matters can bring ultimate happiness. We do not condemn homosexuality as wrong or sinful, but we also do not indulge it, because, like other sexual matters, it delays our liberation from the cycle of rebirth. But remember, the games and pleasures of sex, being an attachment to desire, will have karmic repercussions.

She patted the back of my hand, and I caught a whiff of the light perfume she wore, still that exquisite old lady

And to whom can I confide? At my new school, I am ridiculed for my accent; they delight in mimicking my Luqiao dialect. No one is willing to play jump rope or kick the shuttlecock with me, nor does anyone want to sit at the same table. I sit in the back corner of the classroom, the smallest in stature, surrounded by a group of repeat students who do not pay attention in class, crumpling paper balls to throw at me, tugging at my braids, and spilling red ink on my bench. I dare not tell my parents that I am being bullied at school, nor can I bring myself to inform the teacher. I believe that all of this is my fault, due to my comical Luqiao-accented English and my sluggish mathematical abilities. I sit in the back corner of the classroom, the smallest in stature, surrounded by a group of repeat students who do not pay attention in class, crumpling paper balls to throw at me, tugging at my braids, and spilling red ink on my bench. I dare not tell my parents that I am being bullied at school, nor can I bring myself to inform the teacher. I believe that all of this is my fault, due to my comical Luqiao-accented English and my sluggish mathematical abilities. If I were exceptional, would I still be bullied? My heart is filled with repression and sorrow, vowing to improve— the youthful heart is resilient and vigorous, reaching out to poke my arm with a compass, constantly reminding myself to get better, to get better.

She smiled gently and said, "I have also heard him speak of you; he mentioned that we have some similarities."

I paused in silence: "Actually, I am probably getting married soon"

Hmm, have you heard of Chen Jiuxun?

After retirement, she found herself too idle, so she successively opened a bookstore, a flower arrangement class, and a Kunqu opera class. However, the number of participants was few, and she soon gave up. After her daughter graduated from university, she refused to settle down and work. The mother and daughter had several fierce arguments, which hurt their feelings, leading to years of silence between them. One day, the daughter suddenly left her a baby without a word, and at that moment, it seemed as if a tacit understanding was restored between them. She focused solely on taking care of the baby, never mentioning anything else.

What is the matter

"These two children, it's time to eat," called Luo Yiping's mother. "Come quickly and try the food to see if it suits your taste. Some of the dishes were personally prepared by Pingping."

Teacher Huang coughed and said: "Well, anyway, high school teachers are treated better than university teachers. High school students are quite fearful of their teachers; they are all very respectful, and on Teacher's Day, they compete to give gifts, and during the Spring Festival, they even offer tributes. As for university teachers? They work hard in class, yet no one listens; if students dislike you, they won't choose your course, and you will have to leave the class. Such is the world!"

To preserve memories of childhood is a form of happiness

Look, the cockscomb flowers over there are blooming beautifully. Generally, cockscomb flowers only come in one shade of rose red. A sister brought seeds from home, which added a yellow variety. When planted together, they can also produce a mix of red and yellow colors. Although they are the most ordinary of garden flowers, with careful cultivation, they can be quite different. The best fertilizer comes from chicken manure and soaked soybean cake, which is clean. What do you think chickens eat? They eat small insects and vegetables, which are actually very clean. Although they are the most ordinary of garden flowers, with careful cultivation, they can be quite different. The best fertilizer comes from chicken manure and soaked soybean cake, which is clean. What do you think chickens eat? They eat small insects and vegetables, which are actually very clean. Cows eat grass, which is even simpler; in the past, people in the north even used cow dung to fuel stoves. Do you know that you must never use human urine or feces to irrigate gardenias or osmanthus? Those flowers are too fragrant and too clean; it would be disastrous. Oh, the balsam flowers over there are still blooming. Generally, balsam flowers are gone by September, but this particular balsam has been well cared for and comes in many colors.

I choked on a sip of water: "Is that so? That must be quite comfortable, and moreover, it is quite a luxury"

I said, I don't have that much time to accompany my sister in leisurely pursuits; I am still overwhelmed with tutoring and translating for others

Lin Hu smiled and replied, we love each other, without games or amusements

If Lu Qingye were to say this to me, I would certainly tease him immediately, saying, "You are not thin now, and your eyes are not big either." I couldn't help but smile.

Yiping awkwardly said: "Well, I understand..." as her gaze turned to me. I cleared my throat and said seriously: "There is no rush"

You too, let me know when you get home

She looked at me earnestly and said, "I have not dared to return to my hometown for many years, feeling that it is dull and lonely. I hope that one day when I go back, you will accompany me to bolster my courage."

The human heart is such that wherever one goes, it remains the same

这感觉就像是六月的圣诞节

Xipin took great care of me at the banquet; she is familiar with my tastes and can fend off the continuous toasts. My colleagues inevitably teased, "Look at how she protects her husband so thoroughly, no one dares to bully him."

I did not participate in the group internship during the summer vacation, as it would have been a waste of time

The elder's honey-colored eyelids droop slightly, behind him the Buddha holds a flower, and the temple is extremely quiet. Lin Hu joins his palms together, shedding tears

I saw Yiping's face turn red. The teacher had a tall and upright figure, smiling broadly to reveal two rows of white teeth, distributed the tickets to us and then left. Yiping quietly explained: "It's Teacher Gong from the French Department."

The elder's gaze is kind; you should love the Lord with all your heart and soul

They said, you actually do not know? The Shi family was originally a prominent household. She had many siblings and once enjoyed great prosperity

仿佛天堂为我和你打开了大门

They are crying

I say, everyone experiences suffering

However, I have refrained from expressing the following words

I am here mainly to tend to the flowers and grow some vegetables and fruits for the Gospel Hall. Grandma Shi was a bit out of breath, and I asked her if she wanted to sit down, but she waved her hand dismissively, still eager to continue, "Let's go over there and take a look; there are several orange trees. If you come in the summer, it will be even livelier, with cucumbers, loofahs, and wild grapes never ceasing to grow."

She retired at the age of fifty, and her daughter had just turned twenty. She deeply regretted not having properly raised her daughter, not having taught her the Four Books and Five Classics, tea ceremony, and Kunqu opera. She was dissatisfied with her daughter's attire, demeanor, and behavior, saying, "In this way, how can she resemble a refined young lady?" However, the term "refined young lady" sounded utterly ridiculous to her daughter.

The primary purpose of the marriage between the Wu and Zhang families lies in their mutual business interests. While the elders can facilitate the wedding, they cannot foresee the various changes that may occur within the marriage

We left the tea house and stayed at the university's inn. The students in Hong Kong are proficient in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, and their uniforms are truly attractive. They are unexpectedly sincere and warm in their interactions with others. Outside the window, tropical plants rustle with lush foliage. Jiuxun and I were able to sit together and engage in light conversation until dawn

"Of course, I can." She smiled, "In April, there are lilacs at Zhesi Temple, and in October, there are red leaves at Wofosi Temple. Both are very beautiful, and I will accompany you there."

I am trembling with fear: "Yes. A year ago, I learned about you from Song Ximing. Over the past year, I have been following your blog and watching the Japanese films you have researched in terms of their historical context."

Was it that moment of infatuation, wanting to provide her with strength and support

What are you laughing at

Outside the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, she was so cautious and apprehensive that she even lacked the strength to step inside

I could hardly contain my excitement, so I took out my phone and told Song Ximing: "I have seen Chen Jiuxun, in Hong Kong."

During the October Golden Week, the school arranged for teachers to go on an autumn outing. Initially, it was said that they would go to Europe, then it was changed to Moscow, and later to Shanghai. Finally, it was decided that it would be better to just stroll around in our own Xiangshan Botanical Garden.

Luo Yiping said apologetically: "Dad, Mom!"

Ah, no. I lowered my head to drink water

That year, her daughter was not yet ten years old

With a heavy heart, regardless of same-sex or opposite-sex relationships, love will always bring pain

To sever, to block, to completely split apart. Yet human nature is inherently fragile; a slight infatuation can lead one to sink even deeper. The more joyful the times, the more difficult it becomes to extricate oneself during pain; the more painful it is, the more one loves.

Lu Qingye

Xiao Man shrugged her shoulders and said, "Thinking about graduating soon is really unpleasant. It's not that I will miss university, but I just find the idea of entering society and dealing with intrigues and competition quite terrifying"

On the way back, we passed by the Chongwenmen Church, where a mass was being held. She wanted to go in, and I stayed outside. After the mass, I saw Zhang Miaowen.

Teacher Huang gave a glance and said: "Hey, no matter what, it would be a shame not to go on the group autumn outing. You and Teacher Luo must go, right? ... ... Huh, look at me asking that. You two, you should still enjoy your world as a couple ... ... "

Ah, why am I telling you all this? Qingye, look at how coincidental life is; any unexpected event is not out of the ordinary. I really like your demeanor; it reflects a kindred spirit. Even without Song Ximing, we would still meet by chance and recognize each other immediately.

在冬季里感觉像春天

Lin Hu's sorrowful words: "Trembling, fool, if I cannot find you, would it not mean my death"

I originally thought you would pursue graduate studies and become a reclusive woman like me

Similarly, Lin Hu visited an elder at Miaohua Temple

She nodded and said, "Then let's enjoy ourselves to the fullest today"

Gui Xin's TOEFL score has been released, which is 96 points, already a very good score

I will return to Shanghai after dawn, and she will also return to Shizuoka

Qingye, are you here? Have you felt the baby moving in my belly? Yes, I am already pregnant. How about you help me name the child once he or she is born? I am really looking forward to it, because once this child is born, what has passed will truly be in the past, and life will take a new turn, a new sky and a new earth. I am really looking forward to it.

I remember later holding a bouquet of gardenias and saying goodbye to my classmates. It was precisely the flowering season of the Luqiao gardenia. I felt a sense of joy because, due to my transfer, I would not have to take the final exams of the third grade, nor would I have to anxiously await the results, and I would not have to worry about the math teacher causing me trouble. Everything was a farewell. It is said that the elementary school in the city has a gymnasium, so even if it rains, physical education classes can still be held—unlike at the Luqiao Town Elementary School, where physical education classes are always taken away by the math teacher on rainy days, which is quite frustrating

I apologize. I can only be honest with you

I directed my pale face, a result of long-term sleep deprivation, towards Gui Xin and said, "Hmph, just as you said, if one is to study, one should aim for the best, Stanford University Graduate School of Business"

Looking up and down: "Alas, why don't you dress up a bit? So plain, like guarding a cold cave, which company would dare to hire you?"

女孩，漫长的时光终于来临

Pregnant. Three months. I am filled with dread, panic, and regret. I can never forgive myself for what I did in Kyoto, how I could have given her a paper envelope like that.

Hello, Teacher Song, where did you buy your new house? Don't forget to invite us to the wedding!

But that year, I, feeling utterly defeated in the city elementary school due to my inaccurate English pronunciation, longed for Luqiao so much. During the Qingming Festival, when I returned to pay respects at the graves, the first thing I did was to see my old classmates. Upon seeing them, I became calm again, reserved, standing upright under the osmanthus tree in the flowerbed, not participating in the games of jumping rubber bands and kicking the shuttlecock. They asked if everything was well at the new school. I nodded calmly, saying it was very good. They inquired if there were computer classes. I nodded, confirming there were two classes each week. They expressed envy, asking if everyone could use the computers. I nodded. I could clearly sense their estrangement; this subtle, barely perceptible estrangement filled me with both shame and exhilaration.

She married late, marrying a military officer from northern Anhui who came to work in Shanghai. After 1976, her husband unexpectedly received a promotion, attaining a prominent position, and the household became lively once again. However, the world is ever-changing, and the rise and fall of fortunes is inherently difficult to articulate. In the late 1970s, while her husband was inspecting flood relief efforts at a certain location, he suddenly suffered a heart attack and passed away, receiving posthumous honors.

After dinner, I went to my grandparents' house. My grandmother smiled at a glance and said, "What a good child. Such a nice temperament." Luo Yiping was slightly surprised and delighted, but still behaved with composure, earning the mild affection of those around him

Miao Wen, unless I die, I cannot be separated from you

During the midday break, they sat under an old sunlit tree and began their picnic. Yiping brought out several large bags of snacks purchased from Huatang Supermarket, and everyone became lively, asking for bread, jam, beef jerky, and salted peanuts. Yiping tirelessly attended to everyone and, after a while, asked me: "Would you like some mineral water?"

On the day before the autumn outing, I received a call from the Sujing Gospel Hall, stating that Grandma Shi's condition had improved and she wished to see me

Who

I returned from Sijing, as if I had wandered in from another world, feeling dazed and disoriented, with a heavy head and light feet

What should we do if it gets lost

My elder sister Qian Si returned from Beijing, and the first thing she did was to invite me to visit the book fair and catch a show. She has successfully secured her doctoral position and continues her research in plant archaeology. Of course, she is still single; it is said that upon returning home, she encountered three blind dates, and after successfully escaping, she announced to me: Let's go to Nanjing! The performances in July, oh my, Shi Xiaomei, Hu Jinfang, Kong Aiping, Gong Yinlei, Qian Zhenxiong, Xu Yunxiu!

At that time, Shi Zhaochun's father was hired to teach at Fudan University, and the whole family moved to Shanghai. Shi Zhaochun was the youngest daughter in the family, only three years old when the War of Resistance against Japan ended. The elegance of the Shi family still lingered in the memories of the older generation—Mr. Shi was skilled in the guqin, calligraphy, and painting, while Mrs. Shi was knowledgeable in tea ceremonies, Kunqu opera, and fragrance appreciation, but it was her culinary skills that were most praised. At that time, the Shi family had many interactions with the prominent figures in Shanghai; who would not be enamored by Mrs. Shi's delicate Kunqu melodies, a cup of fragrant Longtuan tea, or a uniquely prepared meal? Even if their finances were strained, that kind of character was still essential; the realm of traditional scholars was present here, and so was the sorrow.

I have no desire to pursue a career as a civil servant. With my major, it would be extremely difficult to enter the public security and judicial agencies, and given my background, it is uncertain if anyone would even value my presence. Moreover, even if I were to settle down, a fixed salary is stagnant; after working for decades, the situation would remain the same, and I wouldn't even be able to afford a house.

From Hong Kong to the Lion City, they travel back and forth time and again, gathering together, delving deeper into love. In the midst of this entanglement, there is a sense of regret, awakening, and collapsing to the ground, unable to rise.

"This Song Ximing also mentioned. " I lowered my head and smiled, " At that time, I was quite dissatisfied and envious of your wealth.

The mother was very pleased with her. They whispered in the living room, as if there were endless things to say.

Sevenfold silence

Despair of the vast patterns

Later, Qichong told me that Zhang Miaowen was in deep anguish over her identity as a Christian and her orientation towards same-sex love. Love between the same sex is strictly forbidden, and no believer can escape the words of God. Zhang Miaowen was baptized at birth. However, at the age of nineteen, in a southern country, she discovered that her true love was, in fact, a woman

From Nanjing to Suzhou, and then from Suzhou to Shanghai, I quickly went to class—during the day, I have high-level training, and in the evening, I teach a class at Asahi School. The remuneration from teaching just covers the training fees. After work, I return to school and collapse onto the bed, unable to move. Guixin also did not go home, so I let her stay with me.

She covered her face with her hand, and after a while, she raised her head and laughed, saying, "It's nothing, it's just too hot, I'm not in a good state—" A clumsy disguise, barely smoothing things over. I felt guilty, but there was nothing I could do.

It is said again, after enjoying Nanjing, to enjoy Suzhou, ah, Wang Fang, Zhao Wenlin, Gu Weiying! Sister Gu is truly the only one among the younger generation who can be regarded as a talented young lady.

Staying overnight at the Nanda Guesthouse, the air conditioning was broken and could not cool the room. I opened the window, and the night breeze was refreshing, making it feel not hot at all. My older sister and I were lying on the same bed.

We each took different routes home, and in the blink of an eye, I suddenly couldn't remember what Yiping looked like. The phone screen flickered. It was a text message: "I have arrived home, good night"

Braised beef, a small amount of cut cake, stir-fried red fruits—eating directly until dusk falls

I told her: "To enjoy oneself with others means to completely disregard decorum, to immerse oneself in the fervor of the moment—just like when you eat ramen, it is best to make some noise while doing so."

Song Ximing

"It is the place where we once met, gazing at each other with poise—" I smiled

Her eyes shimmered with unspoken joy: "When I was five or six years old, I had an inflammation of the lymph nodes. My grandmother took me by boat to Luqiao to see Doctor Lu. Doctor Lu took my pulse and prescribed a total of seven doses of medicine, which I had to decoct once in the morning and once in the evening. I also remember that big wolf dog; I even threw stones at it."

In our dormitory, only Shu Jing is preparing for the postgraduate entrance examination—after her breakup, she resolutely dedicated herself to her studies, vowing to establish herself in Shanghai through this exam. Kailin is an optimist, never needing to worry about future employment. Xiaoman is also carefree: "Do you think it's possible for a Shanghainese to starve to death in Shanghai?"

In fact, after changing schools, I spent a whole year getting accustomed to the new environment. The English teacher at Luqiao Town Primary School pronounced the letter 'r' with a flat tongue, and I thought that was how 'r' was supposed to be pronounced, which led to the comical pronunciations of 'rain' and 'run'. The teachers at the new school focused on correcting me, insisting that I should roll my tongue, with the tongue gently pressed against the roof of my mouth! I repeated 'rain' and 'run' over and over again, but it still came out with that damned flat tongue. The teachers were frustrated, saying, "This pronunciation is a regional accent." My classmates around me laughed, mimicking my flat-tongued 'rain' and 'run'! From then on, besides math class, English class also became the most terrifying time for me. I truly cannot remember how I endured those forty-minute classes, second by second—I always carefully pretended to twist my neck to glance at the back wall of the classroom, while the minute hand moved at an excruciatingly slow pace, as if time had fallen asleep. Then, suddenly—a piece of chalk flew through the air, and the teacher scolded, "Lu Qingye, why are you always looking at the time! If you don't want to attend class, go outside!"

This is a rare and tranquil evening, as I assist this elderly lady, whom I had never met before, watching the night gradually envelop the entire courtyard. When it was time for evening prayers at the Gospel Hall, the choir girls sang: In this world, there is an unchanging truth for a thousand years, and that is, Jesus loves you

That evening, upon returning, everyone gathered together to enjoy hot pot. Yiping did not seem to be in good spirits, so I asked her if she was feeling unwell. She smiled and said she was fine. I offered to take her home if she was not feeling well. She quickly shook her head and said no, no, it was rare for everyone to be together like this. I looked at her again and asked, are you really okay? I felt that her gaze was a bit unfocused. She smiled slightly and reassured me, saying she was really fine and urged me to go sit down. I looked at her once more, asking again if she was truly okay, as I sensed her gaze was still a bit unfocused. She smiled again, insisting she was really fine and encouraged me to take a seat.

I left Luqiao at the end of the third grade. The class held a farewell party. The female teacher asked everyone to give me a card, on which they wrote their blessings.

After the prayer concluded, everyone divided into small groups to serve soup and rice, creating a lively atmosphere akin to an ordinary party. Grandma Shi served me a bowl of wontons, saying, "Although you are not a believer, you have listened to the prayer, and God likes you"

Sevenfold sighs, this love burns like a raging fire. Love between the same sex is already quite difficult, yet they insist on being bound by faith.

She smiled and said, "This is the first time I have seen someone like you, accepting a gift with such reluctance."

Miao Wen is perplexed, yet I love her

"It doesn't matter," she smiled, "True believers do not get bogged down by these issues; rather, they seek to resolve such conflicts when the beliefs of both sides clash"

Ah, more than twenty years ago, Chen Jiuxun picked up a stone and threw it at Dr. Lu's wolfdog

The father merely responded with a simple "Hmm": "Since your matters do not require my involvement, you should also take charge of the important matter of marriage yourself." Despite this, when Luo Yiping visited the home for the first time, the father still politely greeted him.

"Oh, of course," the girl laughed, "She obtained her Doctor's degree in Linguistics from Tsukuba University at a young age and has translated many manuscripts. This time she is also here as an award judge, reportedly because she has written a new book."

As I ate, a heaviness settled upon me. After the meal, Luo Yiping peeled an orange for me and said softly, "Don't take their words too much to heart. After all, that's how elders are."

Teacher Huang said slowly: "Ah, this is truly a case of the emperor not being anxious while the eunuch is in a hurry"

After the gathering, I saw a full moon rising high in the sky, casting a white frost over the old courtyard of the Jiangning Prefectural School in Shengkun. The fragrance of locust flowers was even more intense, and a faint layer of damp mist enveloped my face. In this way, I found myself shedding tears, forgetting to wipe them away from my cheeks. My elder sister smiled and said, "What’s wrong? Are you also going to sing a line about suddenly missing someone with a sense of melancholy?"

I laughed: "It won't happen. Young people should endure hardships."

I knew you would come," she smiled, "I am returning to Beijing and will soon be getting married

Look at the two of them, they are blissfully happy

Speaking while looking at Yiping: "I thought you didn't come, but it turns out you went to the East Asian language family."

Just as Luo Yiping's mother brought out the dishes, she said: "Hey, Ximing, why don't you send a full moon photo to Pingping?"

She turned and exited the hotel, donning a simple and elegant silk long dress, draped with a fine yarn fabric over her shoulders, resembling a quiet and demure female student

Lin Hu said, do you love me

Being a civil servant is certainly good, as it offers stability, respectability, and includes three insurances and five guarantees. However, for someone like me, living day to day without security, how can I dare to aspire to that kind of stability and respectability

That evening at Lanyuan, there was a performance of "Gift of the Sword" by teachers Kong Aiping and Qian Zhenxiong, "Mountain Gate" by Zhao Yutao, and "Stealing Poetry" by Luo Chenxue and Zhang Zhengyao

She said on MSN: "That girl is indeed good. It's strange that you only encounter good girls. Don't hide it, I know what you're thinking. But the gap between you is too large, it's almost impossible for you to be together."

That evening, she invited me to have tea at Lin Heung Tea House. The barbecued pork rice, glutinous rice chicken, and lotus seed paste buns were indeed exquisite. Outside the building, the street market was bustling, and one felt as if they were in a dream. It suddenly dawned on me that this is Hong Kong. Jiu Xun smiled and said, "I cannot help but marvel at the serendipity of it all. Look at us, originally unrelated, with an age difference of seven or eight years, yet here we are, drinking tea together, and we both recognize a man from the past. Our connection is far deeper than that man's. We actually grew up drinking from the same river." This is Hong Kong.

She smiled and said, "He must have said quite a few bad things about me."

Since she promised to entrust the house to me, I have tried to keep my distance from her. I do not like being judged by others, and that girl flatters me in every possible way because of a house

I repeatedly recite, Lonely. I feel lonely

After the prayer, the Holy Communion is shared. The sisters in the kitchen busily bring out large bowls of wontons and fried rice. The aroma of the food blends with the solemn atmosphere of the prayer room, and the lighting is serene. Some people place their hands together on the table and begin the prayer before the meal, and everyone quiets down to join in the prayer

I cannot, I also have parents. This is my selfishness

On the way to Nanjing, resting against the sound of the clattering tracks, I saw the white egrets in the rice fields, feeling a joy and emotion as if I had never seen them before. My elder sister, peeling lychees, said: "One cannot always remain confined in one place; when there is free time, one should go out and walk. Only by experiencing the mountains, rivers, and lakes can one truly understand the vastness of the world; otherwise, being trapped in a small circle leads only to personal sorrows and worries."

I sat beside her, and often people would come over to greet us: "Sister Shi, your granddaughter is truly lovely."

She was obviously very excited and went to the mall and supermarket several days in advance to buy snacks and fruits for the autumn outing: "I haven't been to Xiangshan with a group for many years"

Miao Wen is obsessive; I love the Lord with all my heart and soul, and I also love her

Indeed, clusters of vibrant and lovely balsam flowers are abundant, with their roots extremely rich and full. Countless fibrous roots intertwine with one another, clearly indicating that they are herbaceous plants, yet they unmistakably strive to grow into woody ones

On that day, Hong Kong was engulfed in torrential rain, and Miao Wen went missing in Lin Hu's small apartment. Lin Hu woke up and searched everywhere, as if all connections had been severed in an instant. Lin Hu hurried through the rain, the entire city despairing for her. Her clothes were drenched, her eyes hollow, and life seemed to lose all meaning in an instant. Burning her flesh with flames, she felt no pain. Gradually, she sensed herself withering away, realizing it was her heart that had died. Her cultivation was too shallow, her emotions boundless, and she was trapped in an endless cycle of suffering. Yet, she finally found her. Burning her flesh with flames, she felt no pain. Gradually, she sensed herself withering away, realizing it was her heart that had died. Her cultivation was too shallow, her emotions boundless, and she was trapped in an endless cycle of suffering. Yet, she finally found her. At Victoria Harbour, the night was deep gray, and the rain poured down in torrents; she crouched there, her body curled up. She knew Lin Hu would come. With a sense of fulfillment, joy, despair, obsession, and exhaustion, she collapsed into Lin Hu's embrace.

As graduation approaches and she prepares to leave Star Island, Miaowen meets Linhu in Hong Kong. This time, Miaowen prays for an extended period at the Chongzhen Salvation Church. The church elder tells her that every moment of weakness, every struggle, and every fall we experience on earth brings sadness to Jesus Christ. However, when there is a willingness within us to turn to Him, despite our physical weaknesses, He will surely take responsibility to cleanse us completely, making us His new bride, free from blemish and wrinkles. If you sincerely wish to repent, accept the Lord Jesus Christ as your personal Savior and the Lord of your life, and rely on the Heavenly Father to overcome such sins, you will certainly not go to hell. On the contrary, when there is a willingness within us to turn to Him, despite our physical weaknesses, He will surely take responsibility to cleanse us completely, making us His new bride, free from blemish and wrinkles. If you sincerely wish to repent, accept the Lord Jesus Christ as your personal Savior and the Lord of your life, and rely on the Heavenly Father to overcome such sins, you will certainly not go to hell. Instead, you will receive a heavenly, eternal, and abundant life.

Then she sighed: "A woman should not live for a man, she must cherish herself!" At this point, I winked at her with a mischievous smile: "Hmph, that's from a collection by Akira Kurosawa! It's been a whole year, and I'm still single..."

After a long search, I thought I would never be able to love again in my lifetime. However, she suddenly appeared. I once believed that she would need me, but I realized that, in fact, I needed her even more.

It is often said that colleagues are rivals, but I find these two colleagues to be quite sweet together

I apologize. I am observing someone

Lin Hu said that according to Christian doctrine, you have already violated the will of God; although you may utter the name of God, you are indeed a complete sinner

Yet there is another layer of surprise. At the award ceremony of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, I suddenly noticed a name among the seats on stage: Chen Jiuxun. I almost called out loud, is it her? Is it the one he repeatedly mentioned in front of me, how she is, how she is.

"Don't mention it, more than half of her classmates are already married and have children," said Luo Yiping's father as well

I can imagine her sneering over there: "Why should I? With her qualifications and efforts, she is bound to have a bright future, better than that of ordinary people. Why should I listen to you and come over to your side? If her parents are like this, can't you go work in the south?"

Her gaze was kind: "Looking at my situation, it seems that I won't die anytime soon. It would be better for me to directly transfer the house to your name."

"Isn't it a pity that we meet without a word?" she interjected, "I haven't listened to opera in a long time. The last time I came to Hong Kong was several years ago, when I traveled alone to Vietnam and Myanmar, passing through Hong Kong to visit friends."

She sat down next to me, opened the bread pocket, took out a piece, and carefully spread some jam on it, eating it at a pace of three pieces the size of a fingernail per bite. After eating for a while, she suddenly looked up and smiled: "Why do you keep looking at me?"

Yiping glanced at me, immediately made a judgment, and replied with a smile, "No way! We all dislike taking photos"

She was surprised: "Is your hometown Luqiao? I visited Luqiao when I was a child! Is the river in Luqiao still there? You can reach Qingmian by going downstream. There is a Dr. Lu in Luqiao who specializes in treating children's lymphadenitis, do you know?"

I cannot evade responsibility

I only feel a fullness within my heart

"You don't need to see me off, it's not on your way," she said, "besides, my home is very close to the subway station"

Of course, that is impossible! I could open a tea house at this Songjiang campus and I would not starve.

Qingye, youth is wonderful. Although I now recall it with pain, resentment, and more so with gratitude. The scenery of the world has gradually become desolate, and it cannot be perfect. I did not understand this at the time, but it is not too late to realize it now

She is already dressed in the standard professional attire for women, wearing Kenzo perfume, with very light lip gloss, and her face is exquisite

Luo Yiping's mother took out the photo album and said with a smile, "Look at Pingping's childhood photos, they are so amusing." As she spoke, she gestured for Luo Yiping to sit beside me and join me in flipping through the album.

Look, you men

The elder smiled, offering no further response

但是，我知道这值得等待

I smile, having not participated in group activities for a long time. During my nearly four years in university, it seems as though I have never lived within a community.

I laugh, your gods bear the cross for you, yet they have never suffered. Looking outside, there are many who cannot fill their stomachs, many who are about to die from illness, and many who endure the ravages of war. They are all innocent and good people; when you see them, you will forget your own pain

I shook my head: "I only know that she has a daughter in France and a little grandson."

"I was quite chubby when I was young, and my eyes were particularly small," she said, feeling slightly embarrassed

Wu Wei resolutely set out to Kenya to undertake a year-long volunteer work

If Shi Zhaochun had been born a few years earlier, perhaps she would have gone to Taiwan with her older siblings and father—three years of civil war, her father passed away in Taipei, while her mother stayed in Shanghai, taking her back and forth between the north and south, until the national liberation.

On weekdays, Luo Yiping's parents often invite me over for dinner. They do not require me to assist with anything; I simply sit on the sofa in the living room, change channels with the remote control, and enjoy the tea brewed by Luo Yiping

I blushed, as he had known all along

She was buried in the suburbs of Sijing, with the cemetery by the river, quite spacious. The elder sister said that this piece of land was chosen by her long ago, and these few osmanthus and gardenia trees were also planted by her. After spring, there will be several flowers and grasses on the grave, all of which are seeds she had sown before. She was the kind of person who wanted to maintain dignity and cleanliness even in death

Marriage is good. It is time to settle down. Like me, I am now stable and fulfilled

Everything went too smoothly, and I hesitated instead. After the meeting, I slowly approached, and she recognized me at a glance, calling out: "Is it Lu Qingye?"

Ximing

Jiu Xun sent an email, stating that she is three months pregnant

Can you imagine that a primary school child would secretly wake up early every day to memorize lessons, gritting their teeth as they recite English in front of the window, practicing pronunciation hundreds or even thousands of times, holding a small tape recorder to imitate the elegant and pure British English from the tapes, while quietly learning to sing English songs

Next, it is time to further understand and date. Although we are not in the same research office, we are under the scrutiny and comments of many because we are in the same school. For this reason, Luo Yiping has also suffered quite a bit of injustice. For instance, there are often young female teachers who say: "It's him, I really can't understand how Song Ximing could be interested in him." "Exactly, he has nothing to show in terms of talent, appearance, or family background." Luo Yiping remains silent, maintaining a gentle demeanor, neither acting spoiled nor sulking, granting me a great deal of freedom. For instance, there are often young female teachers who say: "It's him, I really can't understand how Song Ximing could be interested in him." "Exactly, he has nothing to show in terms of talent, appearance, or family background." Luo Yiping remains silent, maintaining a gentle demeanor, neither acting spoiled nor sulking, granting me a great deal of freedom.

The weather in the suburbs of Shanghai in November is truly refreshing and crisp, characteristic of autumn. Various classes in the department are organizing autumn outings, and since we are already in our senior year, we will soon be heading our separate ways after the new year. Everyone's enthusiasm for the autumn outing is at an unprecedented high.

In my childhood, I attended Luqiao Primary School for several years and participated in autumn outings. The farthest trip was organized by the teacher to People's Park in the city. It was a vast expanse of water, and the lotus leaves had not yet withered. At the entrance of the park, there were vendors selling cotton candy. The small machine making the cotton candy churned and thumped, transforming syrup into fluffy clouds of sweetness. I was held by a young female teacher, proudly holding a large cotton candy in my hand. Occasionally, I would stick out my tongue to touch it; it was so sweet that I was reluctant to eat it. However, when the wind blew, it gently whisked the cotton candy away, leaving only a bamboo stick slowly dripping with syrup. I was held by a young female teacher, proudly holding a large cotton candy in my hand. Occasionally, I would stick out my tongue to touch it; it was so sweet that I was reluctant to eat it. However, when the wind blew, it gently whisked the cotton candy away, leaving only a bamboo stick slowly dripping with syrup.

I want to eat the most authentic Beijing snacks She still enjoys being spoiled

Miao Wen is weeping bitterly, I have placed myself in temptation, placed myself in sin... I cannot leave you... I fear being without you. I have fallen in love with you. I have never loved any man as I love you. No, until today, meeting you is solely because I am meant to love you. I cannot leave you. What should I do