Chapter Nine, All Love Resides in the Heart

Good, good, YY's.

A virtuous wife brings benefits, a kind father raises a filial son, and the observations made in accordance with the timely coordinates are certainly not superficial acts done for show

That being said, after sending off Xi Siyong and Cheng Bing, Shi Jingwei was still unable to put his mind at ease, and drove straight to find someone.

Formal news has been received, and it has already been two or three days. On August 10, 2009, the News Bureau of the Kokang Special Region announced that the regional government is in consultation with Myanmar. On August 11, the Myanmar government army began to withdraw from Kokang, and the situation began to ease. At the same time, the Kokang Special Region government transferred the ashes of Cheng Songpo to the Manxingdie area. Legally speaking, Cheng Songpo has no other relatives; the only person related to him is the son of Deputy Officer Zhang, who was just released from Yangon. Furthermore, under the internal and external difficulties, the Kokang Special Region government truly lacks the capacity to provide a more proper arrangement for Cheng Songpo's remains. At the same time, the Kokang Special Region government transferred the ashes of Cheng Songpo to the Manxingdie area. Legally speaking, Cheng Songpo has no other relatives; the only person related to him is the son of Deputy Officer Zhang, who was just released from Yangon. Furthermore, under the internal and external difficulties, the Kokang Special Region government truly lacks the capacity to provide a more proper arrangement for Cheng Songpo's remains

All those other people are gone

Cheng Bing nodded slightly

The bank president chuckled twice without responding, and Shi Jingwei felt even more puzzled. Why was Lu Mingmei deliberately avoiding him? He handed the microphone to Cheng Bing, who took it and exchanged pleasantries with the bank president. It was merely about a possible deposit coming in this month and the amount involved. Thus, the nature of the conversation shifted from Shi Jingwei inquiring about Lu Mingmei's whereabouts to Cheng Bing, the VIP client, asking about his dedicated financial manager's location. After hanging up the phone, Cheng Bing smiled and said: "Chongming County." Therefore, the nature of the conversation shifted from Shi Jingwei inquiring about Lu Mingmei's whereabouts to Cheng Bing, the VIP client, asking about his dedicated financial manager's location. After hanging up the phone, Cheng Bing smiled and said: "Chongming County."

Only after the opening event concluded did Jingwei manage to find an opportunity to speak with Lu Mingmei, saying, "After a busy day, shall we have a meal together?"

Lu Mingmei was left speechless

The rules of the artistic circle are such that when a person dies, their value increases. This is because the living still hold infinite possibilities, while the deceased can be definitively judged, and no new works can ever emerge. Rarity enhances value; thus, the belongings of the deceased will naturally become increasingly valuable.

He felt a slight envy towards Cheng Songpo, and in an instant, he even entertained a shocking thought: if he were to die at this very moment, it might not be such a bad thing if it could make Lu Mingmei feel this sad for once

Summer nights arrive later than usual. The sky over Suiming Island is a more vivid and transparent blue than that of the city, and even the golden light of the setting sun seems to be more splendid and radiant.

He conveyed the news of Cheng Songpo's death to Lu Mingmei word by word. Lu Mingmei stared at him blankly, as if a heavy hammer had struck her forehead, rendering her unable to think or breathe, as if time had come to a standstill. Even after Shi Jingwei confirmed it repeatedly, she still refused to believe it, struggling to squeeze out a hint of a smile from her stiff face, "It can't be true... Perhaps it's just like back then, a deception to cover the truth."

Shi Jingwei sincerely wished to share a deep connection with Lu Mingmei, yet the realities of life often do not align with one's desires

Time Jingwei bent down, wanting to lift her up, yet hesitated to disturb her, thus maintaining a strange posture, bending his waist and feebly embracing her. Time Jingwei certainly understood how heartbroken Lu Mingmei was at this moment; how could he himself not be filled with indignation? Cheng Songpo had died just like that—Time Jingwei admitted that deep down, he had actually wished that Cheng Songpo did not exist in this world. Whether he lived freely or sank into hell, it was best if he died as far away as possible, and never showed up in front of him! However, now he felt that apart from Lu Mingmei, the person who most hoped that Cheng Songpo was still alive was probably him, Time Jingwei.

Several cans of beer were placed on the coffee table. Without saying a word, Shi Jingwei opened one can after another, took one for himself, and handed another can to Xi Siyong. Xi Siyong was not one to offer comfort either, so he had no choice but to change the subject, saying: "When I first arrived in Shanghai, it seems you were already living here, right?"

Lu Mingmei stared at him in confusion, and he smiled and said: "Whether it is loving someone or anything else, sacrifices and contributions, in the end, are merely to satisfy the psychological demands deep within oneself"

He slumped on the sofa, and after a while, he stood up, placing his hands on the small blackboard beside the sofa—this was what he usually used to write outlines or analyze the development process of events—falling into deep thought

Lu Mingmei did not expect that Shi Jingwei would so clearly express his feelings in a situation that was obviously devoid of any ambiguity

It is only from the moment of parting at Lu Jia that I inexplicably feel a pang of sadness

Although Lu's father is a businessman, he is not mercenary; he has a rather open-minded personality, has achieved modest success in his career, and understands the importance of contentment. Xiaozhi's mother is also not a cruel stepmother; she is very considerate and attentive in raising her children and is quite concerned about Lu Mingmei's lifelong affairs. As for Xiaozhi, at such a young age, he already knows how to balance kindness and authority in managing his future brother-in-law.

Xi Siyong nodded and then asked Shi Jingwei, "Are you going over? We can drive you there."

In the past, Xi Siyong often laughed at him, mocking that his calculations were exceptionally shrewd. Cheng Bing also looked down on him, saying, "Being overly clever in schemes can lead to one's own demise." Now it seems that the one who calculated the most accurately was not him but rather the one who determined the time and place of his rebirth. Similarly, finding the King of Hell to report is also a true skill.

Time Jingwei smiled and said, "The fact is, they are not afraid of your complaints at all, and I resolved the issue in the simplest way. I also warned my colleagues that they would come over, and they may not dare to be so arrogant in the future"

She wandered along the road as if her soul had left her body, suddenly hearing a very light voice behind her, "Lu Mingmei, is it that in this world, no matter what I do, it is always wrong?"

Time passed, and Wei was silent for half a day, looking quite dejected. He wandered around the living room several times, and finally shook his head, saying, "Why force someone into a difficult situation?"

Lu Mingmei

Xiao Zhi plays the piano quite well, clearly having put in considerable effort in practice. The etudes she is currently learning far exceed the level of her peers that Shi Jingwei has encountered. After finishing a piece, Xiao Zhi's mother returned, whom Shi Jingwei had also met at the Shengguan. Her attire was perfectly appropriate, neither flashy nor dowdy. It is remembered that Lu Mingbei mentioned her stepmother was a subordinate of Lu's father when he first started his own business, characterized by her practicality, diligence, and ambition, making her the ideal supportive wife for a businessman like Lu's father. After finishing a piece, Xiao Zhi's mother returned, whom Shi Jingwei had also met at the Shengguan. Her attire was perfectly appropriate, neither flashy nor dowdy. It is remembered that Lu Mingbei mentioned her stepmother was a subordinate of Lu's father when he first started his own business, characterized by her practicality, diligence, and ambition, making her the ideal supportive wife for a businessman like Lu's father

Xiao Zhi glanced at Shi Jingwei with a rather proud expression, while making a pinky promise with Lu's father that had remained unchanged for a hundred years. Shi Jingwei thought to himself that this child was just one step away from finding a piece of paper for Lu's father to sign and seal. Indeed, the Yangtze River's waves push the previous waves forward, with each generation surpassing the last.

He was completely immersed in Lu Mingmei's irrational behavior, unable to comprehend it no matter how hard he thought.

Whenever children are mentioned, adults are always filled with immense pride, and Lu's father is no exception. After just having criticized his son for being arrogant and complacent, Lu's father immediately began to enthusiastically introduce Shi Jingwei to Xiao Zhi's impressive achievements, such as winning a gold medal in the Olympic Mathematics Competition and recently advancing to the semifinals of a children's piano competition. While speaking, he urged his son, "Xiao Zhi, could you play the etude you have been practicing for your brother?"

This family is very harmonious, but there is no place for Lu Mingmei

Xiao Zhi stuck out his tongue and was thrashing about in Lu's father's arms. He mentioned that his classmates had arranged to play badminton at 4:30. It seemed that Lu's father was not allowing him to go out, so he began negotiating and setting conditions. Lu's father patted his head and said, "Brother Shi is a good friend of your sister. Call Qiu Qiu and tell her that we have guests coming, can we play badminton another day?"

While Shi Jingwei was not paying attention, Cheng Bing picked up the remote control to change the channel, but it was snatched away by Shi Jingwei, who pointed at the television and laughed, saying: "The most absurd thing is listening to the woman you like ramble on about how she is infatuated with another man, even if that person has hurt her, betrayed her, or hated her—damn it, you haven't paid for anything, so why should I listen to your complaints?"

Lu Mingmei changed out of her bank uniform and put on casual clothes, her expression calm and unrefusing. During the meal, Lu Mingmei was also very silent, unlike her usual self who would engage in a lengthy conversation with Shi Jingwei. Shi Jingwei thought to himself that it was rare to have a meal together, so he decided to wait until after they finished eating to talk.

The lobby manager arrived promptly and, after listening to Shi Jingwei explain the circumstances, pondered for a moment before making a decision that left Lu Ming in disbelief

Xiao Zhi pouted, clearly dissatisfied with her father's coaxing. Her father had no choice but to sweeten the deal, "Didn’t you say last time that you wanted to change your racket? Stay at home obediently today, and tomorrow I will take you to buy a new racket."

With one hand propping up his chin, Shi Jingwei appeared very serious, stroking his jaw and nodding slightly

Why do you want to accompany me

Among the various individuals I have encountered over the years, such a harmonious and happy family is indeed quite rare

Shi Jingwei had met Lu Fu a few times, the earliest being at the Shenguan, during the matchmaking event organized by his mother and Ming Aihua; the last time was at Ming Aihua's funeral. After Lu Fu divorced Ming Aihua, he resigned from his position at the state-owned enterprise to start his own business, and now he owns several stores engaged in import and export trade. Shi Jingwei had contacted Lu Fu in advance by phone, unsure of how much Lu Fu knew about Lu Mingmei and Cheng Songpo. He merely mentioned that now that Ming Aihua was no longer around, Lu Fu was the only elder of Lu Mingmei, and it was only proper for him to pay more visits.

Not long after, the nanny returned from grocery shopping. After a few casual exchanges with Shi Jingwei's mother, she went into the kitchen to direct the nanny in preparing dinner for the family. During the meal, the conversation revolved around Shi Jingwei's job and Lu Mingmei's work, with subtle inquiries about Shi Jingwei's financial situation and future plans. Xiao Zhi proudly showcased how outstanding his sister was, and pretended to be casual while revealing that a classmate's uncle had met Lu Mingmei once and often came to him to get close and inquire whether his sister had a boyfriend. When it was time to say goodbye, the family of three warmly insisted on keeping them and enthusiastically invited Shi Jingwei and Lu Mingmei to visit more often in the future

He is the only person who connects Lu Mingmei's present and past

Upon seeing the coordinates, Lu Mingmei was momentarily taken aback, but soon regained her composure. After all, this gentleman was a Mr. Know All; if he truly wanted to find someone, it would be a piece of cake for him

After all these years, he has encountered all sorts of interviewers, some who act high and mighty, some who are difficult and tricky, and he has never been fazed by any of them! Only in front of Lu Mingmei does his clever mind seem utterly useless. One day, when they arrived at the bank, Lu Mingmei got out of the car. Shi Jingwei thought it would be nice to change the environment and have lunch somewhere better today. He reached out to stop her before he could say anything, but she spoke first: "Actually, you don’t need to worry, I’m fine... everything is in the past." One day, when they arrived at the bank, Lu Mingmei got out of the car. Shi Jingwei thought it would be nice to change the environment and have lunch somewhere better today. He reached out to stop her before he could say anything, but she spoke first: "Actually, you don’t need to worry, I’m fine... everything is in the past."

Shi Jingwei began to feel that something was amiss

The promotional event jointly organized by the bank and the supermarket continued until 4 PM

How is this possible

The waiter was very nervous, hurriedly apologizing. Lu Mingmei frowned and said: "What good is your apology? I feel nauseous just thinking about the few sips I took earlier!"

Lu Mingmei struggled to support herself against the wall behind her with her hands, while Shi Jingwei also reached out to help her. However, she collapsed completely, squatting in the corner of the wall, gazing blankly up at Shi Jingwei.

Time silently said in his heart, and my kind is to live longer than you for sure

Lu Mingmei smiled slightly, pressed her lips together, and nodded, saying, "It was quite frightening in the evening"

The television program also features a rotating tribute video. In Shi Jingwei's memory, it has been many years since anyone in the artistic community has passed away so gloriously. It is not due to a lack of achievement compared to Cheng Songpo, nor is it because of an unusual background like Cheng Songpo's, or perhaps it is because they did not leave the stage at the peak of their career... The female host's voice is highly infectious as she recalls the fleeting life of the young painter Cheng Songpo, who passed by like a comet. Shi Jingwei fixates on the television screen, while Xi Siyong and Cheng Bing, sitting on either side, exchange bewildered glances, unsure of how to comfort Shi Jingwei.

In summary, this is an impeccable family of three

I know, I know, " Shi Jingwei knew that Father Lu spoke very sincerely, and nodded in agreement. Father Lu then said that they should come to his place for dinner more often. Just as he was saying this, a hurried sound of running came from a distance, and a boy of about ten years old rushed out like a whirlwind, diving into Father Lu's arms on the sofa, " Dad, I finished my homework, can I go out and play ball with Qiu Qiu now? "

Fortunately, there remained a flicker of sympathy in Xi Siyong, who, risking the danger of being silenced in the future, sat down with Cheng Jingwei to watch television. However, neither of them could comprehend what could possibly turn this invincible warrior into a pile of scrap metal

Lu Mingmei's eyes were filled with even more confusion. Shi Jingwei then explained, "What I mean is that different people pursue different things. Some prefer to sacrifice themselves for righteousness, while others value selflessness. In simple terms, it is all to satisfy a certain demand within themselves. As for me, I have always been unique, right?"

The fishing boat gently swayed, dancing with the waves, while Lu Mingmei was immersed in the scenery of the night voyage. It took her quite a while to realize that it was Shijing Wei calling her. The moon slowly rose, casting a layer of bright light on his face. "Do you have time to accompany me to the Star Stacked Mountain?"

Lu Mingmei leaned back against the chair, her expression calm, her gaze slightly raised, landing on Shi Jingwei's face, which bore an air of indifference. "Shi Jingwei, what is the necessity of this?"

In just a few exchanges, Shi Jingwei could tell that Lu Fu was not as informed about Lu Mingmei's situation as he was. The reason for Lu Fu's attentiveness was also due to the fact that Ming Aihua was no longer around; both emotionally and logically, he should take good care of his daughter's future. At Ming Aihua's funeral, he noticed that the conversation between Shi Jingwei and Lu Mingmei was limited, which could still be explained as Lu Mingmei being in a bad mood. However, on the seventh day after Ming Aihua's passing, only Lu Mingmei came to him to burn the "Heavenly Ladder," which made the situation seem somewhat concerning. Previously, Lu Fu had heard Ming Aihua praise Shi Jingwei several times, and he thought that with Ming Aihua's high standards, her regard for Shi Jingwei must indicate that he was an exceptional talent. Now that Shi Jingwei had come to him alone, Lu Fu naturally interpreted it as a minor conflict between the couple, and that Shi Jingwei was seeking his help to mend their relationship.

Do you know what the most absurd thing is

This family is truly and genuinely happy and fulfilled

In the future, those who find insects in their meals here will not have such a good reputation as you do

Why

Cheng Bing smirked while biting her lip and said in a lowered voice, "Evil begets evil, right? It's not that retribution doesn't come, it's just that the time hasn't arrived yet, haha!"

I understand

As time passes, I ask myself, what kind of person have I not encountered?

Not equal to ice and the interface of Xi Si Yong, Shi Jingwei asked and answered himself: "When I write the emotional column, what have I not seen? Out of one hundred letters from readers, ninety-nine are about infatuated women and heartless men. I feel nothing at all! I have no feelings, really! It's very simple, the people around them are all afraid of hurting their emotions and dare not be harsh enough to wake these fools up. I am willing to do it... So they say I am sharp!" It's very simple, the people around them are all afraid of hurting their emotions and dare not be harsh enough to wake these fools up. I am willing to do it... So they say I am sharp!

He lifted the soup spoon and calmly drank the soup with the caterpillar, then gently smiled at Shi Jingwei and Lu Mingmei, saying: "Is it gone now?"

She spoke very calmly. If she had ever vented violently or exhibited any abnormal behavior, Shi Jingwei might have believed it. Yet, she had been consistently normal from beginning to end, so normal that Shi Jingwei was at a loss. Before he could even clarify anything, he heard her soft yet firm voice, the tone she usually used to deal with clients, "Also, Shi Jingwei, please don't come to see me off to and from work anymore. I want to live a quieter life."

Lu Mingmei's lips parted slightly, unable to believe the proposal made by Shi Jingwei

Speaking of this, Father Lu felt a bit sentimental and repeatedly said to Jingwei: "I have met her a few times before, and her attitude towards you..." Father Lu smiled awkwardly, "It is a bit stiff, but Jingwei, please do not take it to heart. My daughter, although she does not spend much time with me, I am still clear about her character. She is polite and cheerful with outsiders; it is only with her own people that she shows a bit of a temper. This is also a fault of mine and her mother; we were all young back then and had no experience raising children, and this child grew up in a muddled way... Now, she is a bit cold on the outside but warm on the inside. She knows in her heart that you are good to her, and she is grateful, but she just doesn't know how to express it. I am not boasting; as time goes on, you will gradually come to appreciate her good qualities."

The impression of time and space is like a perpetual motion machine, never stopping, never weary, always so full of fighting spirit

Memorial services are being held across the country, and various seminars on works are being organized in quick succession; the Time and Space Society has also received numerous calls inquiring whether they have obtained authorization for the biography of Cheng Guo Songpo, or other similar matters.

He was just about to get up when the waiter, with a troubled expression, blocked his way and timidly glanced at the other dishes on the table. Jing Wei felt quite surprised; normally, such situations in a restaurant would result in a dish replacement or a complimentary meal. Noticing the word "trainee" on the waiter's name tag, he realized that perhaps this young waiter did not have the authority to make decisions, so he smiled and said, "Then call your manager over; I will speak to him."

Time and space seem powerless to shake their heads, only softly uttering: "It will be published tomorrow"

The lobby manager continued to smile, even gesturing towards the wall with a smile. Lu Mingmei glanced over and realized that there was a complaint hotline for the health bureau on the wall. She immediately understood that this manager likely felt emboldened by some background of the boss, taking advantage of the restaurant's size to bully customers without fear. Many diners around had already been drawn to the scene, and Lu Mingmei felt a sense of loss regarding her lady-like demeanor. She shot a glare at the two men, waiting for that sharp-tongued one to deal with this duplicitous lobby manager.

Lu Mingmei smiled faintly, no longer exhibiting the confrontational attitude she had towards Shi Jingwei during their previous encounters. On the contrary, she displayed an unusually calm demeanor. After a long while, she tugged at the corner of her mouth, her smile tinged with a hint of weariness, "Shi Jingwei, you know that we... are impossible."

Time Jingwei understood everything clearly, so he did not mention anything about Cheng Songpo, only stating that he had originally had little contact with Lu's father and that he should make more efforts to connect in the future. Lu's father noticed that Time Jingwei was quite concerned about Lu Mingmei, so he spoke candidly, saying that he had been busy with business in his earlier years and had not taken good care of Lu Mingmei; matters such as her university entrance, work, and relationships were all managed by Ming Aihua. Now that he was older and Lu Mingmei had become an adult, she was very considerate and understanding; however, between father and daughter, although there were no emotional barriers or misunderstandings, they were still not as close as an ordinary family would be. Lu's father noticed that Time Jingwei was quite concerned about Lu Mingmei, so he spoke candidly, saying that he had been busy with business in his earlier years and had not taken good care of Lu Mingmei; matters such as her university entrance, work, and relationships were all managed by Ming Aihua. Now that he was older and Lu Mingmei had become an adult, she was very considerate and understanding; however, between father and daughter, although there were no emotional barriers or misunderstandings, they were still not as close as an ordinary family would be.

What is the reason?

Xi Siyong pretended to say, "Isn't this just rubbing salt into the wound, huh?"

Lu Mingmei's body stiffened, and when she turned back, she saw Shi Jingwei's weary face, which made her doubt whether it was her own illusion

On a late summer night, the sea breeze carries a salty and sticky scent, mingled with a hint of freshness, which does not come across as cloying

Lu Mingmei said that she is unwilling to think about those past events

I am afraid that something might happen to you over there," Shi Jingwei said softly, "I am even more afraid that something might happen to me over there.

Why

He spoke while unabashedly throwing a flirtatious glance, "So I am willing to do anything for you, just as you are willing to do anything for Cheng Songpo right now. He is dead, and he cannot see what you do, yet you still have to do it; you may ignore me, but I still find joy in watching you, and I am happy to pursue you this way. Ultimately, it is also to satisfy my unique and somewhat perverse psychological needs, isn't it?"

And now his gaze resembled that of someone who had encountered a three-headed, seven-bodied monster, filled with a helpless sorrow. "There is some news, I assure you, that when you hear it, you will hate me more than ever before."

Because I do not want to go alone, nor do I want you to go alone

Lu Mingmei, after recovering from her shock, said, "Are you out of your mind? This way you can evade responsibility. Do you believe I will report this to 315?"

On the sofa, Xi Siyong and Cheng Bing exchanged a glance, and Cheng Bing, somewhat puzzled, asked, "Weren't you quite sad just now? How have you recovered so quickly?"

Time passed quickly as we waved our hands, "Forget it, forget it, we can't eat here, let's change places"

Hmm.

She turned to Xi Siyong and asked, "Did Cheng Songpo later purchase a three-story villa on Cuiming Island?"

Time passed as we boarded the fishing boat, and the sound of the engine roared to life

Little did Shi Jingwei take it seriously, as he leisurely chatted on the phone: "My column is done? Just find someone to fill in for me for a couple of issues... It's fine, I don't mind, I've been busy lately... Yes, our chief editor has been pushing me so hard that I feel like disappearing! Let Hu Lao Qi write it... What? He's busy? Then how about the panda..." Lu Mingmei was so angry that her eyes widened. She had just managed to put on a professional smile, preparing to confront the lobby manager and vent her recent frustrations, but when she looked up, she found the lobby manager's smile was quite disarming. "How about this, let me change this bowl of soup for you, and today this table is on the house. Additionally..." He waved his hand, and immediately a waiter brought over a voucher, which he handed to Lu Mingmei with both hands, "A small apology, not a token of respect."

Based on the experience of time and space, when encountering such a situation, Lu Mingmei would usually mock him for having ample opportunities to gain benefits, while also criticizing the current prevalence of soft advertisements in newspapers and magazines, which are of increasingly poor quality. However, today Lu Mingmei remained silent, merely gazing at him coldly. After a long while, she let out a self-deprecating cold laugh, saying, "Those who have weapons in hand are always different"

Shi Jingwei wanted to finish the card application before speaking to Lu Mingmei. However, after completing the card application, there were customers continuously surrounding Lu Mingmei, inquiring about the details of the promotional activities. Shi Jingwei sat idly by, while Lu Mingmei attempted several times to ask him if he needed anything, but the sheer number of customers at the opening made it impossible for her to break free.

When has time and space ever been so desolate? Let him know that seeing him in such a dejected state, he will likely find a way to silence him in the future

I have made the necessary arrangements and can go over to retrieve the ashes of Cheng Songpo

When the news of Cheng Songpo's death was just confirmed, Shi Jingwei was closely following Lu Mingmei, not leaving her side for a moment, fearing that she might have some dark thoughts, pretending to be cheerful in front of others while feeling sorrowful alone. To his surprise, Lu Mingmei appeared to be in her usual state, though she spoke much less. Since her relationship with Cheng Songpo had never been made public, she had fortunately avoided media harassment. Shi Jingwei picked her up and dropped her off at work every day; he was usually the one who could liven up the atmosphere, yet he found himself at a loss for words in front of Lu Mingmei. To his surprise, Lu Mingmei appeared to be in her usual state, though she spoke much less. Since her relationship with Cheng Songpo had never been made public, she had fortunately avoided media harassment. Shi Jingwei picked her up and dropped her off at work every day; he was usually the one who could liven up the atmosphere, yet he found himself at a loss for words in front of Lu Mingmei.

At times, Jingwei even felt that if Father Lu indulged in gambling and drinking, and if his new wife were cruel and harsh, along with that lovely little child becoming a good-for-nothing little tyrant, perhaps it would make his heart feel a little less painful

Her father has a happy family, her mother is successful in her career, and everything around her is so enviable to others

"Next semester, I will be in the first year of junior high school," Xiao Zhi said, showing a hint of exuberance and pride in her expression. "I directly advanced from the fifth grade to the first year of junior high!"

A word is a promise, do not go back on it

Time passed with her lips tightly pressed together, not uttering a word

The person they know is Mr. Know All, who is knowledgeable and capable of anything. He is like an inexhaustible solution generator; whenever and wherever you input a difficult problem, he immediately outputs various types of solutions and helps you compare their pros and cons. When you lack money, he provides funds; when you lack manpower, he offers assistance. He is like an inexhaustible solution generator; whenever and wherever you input a difficult problem, he immediately outputs various types of solutions and helps you compare their pros and cons. When you lack money, he provides funds; when you lack manpower, he offers assistance

Mr. Lu was quite welcoming of Shi Jingwei's visit. As soon as Shi Jingwei arrived, he inquired in detail about Shi Jingwei's preferences and sent the housekeeper to buy groceries. Although Shi Jingwei declined several times, seeing that Mr. Lu did not seem to be merely engaging in polite conversation, he eventually agreed.

Because he suddenly realized that in all the pasts that Lu Mingmei was unwilling to recall, his presence was there

This is the first time Shi Jingwei has openly expressed his feelings to her. A person like Shi Jingwei tends to be forthright about matters that others conceal, while he prefers to be secretive about things that others are open about

Cheng Bing and Xi Si Yong exchanged silent glances, for within the tone of Shi Jing Wei's words, there was faintly a hint of weeping.

It is merely that none of it concerns her

Fortunately, I soon awaken to the reality of time and space; life is short, so why should I choose to die

Are you interested in going out to sea

Whether it is falling in love or something else, Lu Mingmei spread her hands and gestured, "It is all very exhausting. From the moment I met Cheng Songpo until now, I have already exhausted all my energy."

Like Oedipus in Greek mythology, who desperately sought the villain that killed his father and married his mother, he discovered that the root of all his misfortunes lay within himself

Instructions

In fact, Jingwei had always wanted to tell her to live well in the days to come, to not dwell on the past. However, when Lu Mingmei finally spoke such words to him, he suddenly felt as if struck by lightning

"You are very good," Lu Mingmei sighed softly, her face showing signs of fatigue, "but I truly have no extra emotions or time to invest in you."

When Shi Jingwei found Lu Mingmei, it was not here, but in a 24-hour service ATM room located in Suiming County. Due to its suburban location, the bank, while striving to expand, also had to pay attention to cost reduction. Therefore, it established many 24-hour ATM rooms, equipped with several deposit and withdrawal machines, and set up a small lounge next to it, assigning a dedicated staff member to assist nearby customers with inquiries. For any non-urgent matters, customers did not mind having the staff member handle them later, which not only helped in developing customer relationships but also saved the cost of opening a separate branch.

It is settled with a word

Their back-and-forth exchanges resemble a war of conquest and territory, filled with both deception and reality, reality and deception

There are many ways to express love

On the distant horizon of the sea, where the sky meets the ocean, a hazy expanse of bluish-gray unfolds, making it difficult to discern where the layers of clouds stretch for miles and where the vast waves of mist begin.

It turns out that the lifelong affairs of his daughter were all decided by Ming Aihua, and naturally, Father Lu was happy to enjoy his leisure; moreover, given Ming Aihua's usual decisiveness and autocratic nature, even if he had the intention, he would not have the ability to intervene, so over time, he simply chose to save himself the trouble. Now that Ming Aihua is no longer around, as a father, he naturally has an undeniable responsibility.

She needs to avoid him to heal on her own, so why should he relentlessly pursue her

Now, Cheng Bing told him that Lu Mingmei applied for a transfer of work location—at that moment, Jingwei could not pinpoint what was wrong, but he had a gut feeling that something was amiss

In fact, it means that I do not wish to see him again

The three-story villa, characterized by its white walls and black tiles, stands out against the backdrop of the azure sea and blue sky, exuding an air of antiquity and uniqueness. When Cheng Songpo purchased this villa, it was evident that he intended to reside here for the long term; the pothos planted in the courtyard has inadvertently climbed up the surrounding wall. The growth rate of the pothos is rapid, yet since it has not been planted for long, it has not yet covered the wall completely, instead stretching out in a scattered and graceful manner, which adds a unique charm to the scene.

I am already tired

The attitude of the lobby manager was completely different from before, leaving Lu Mingmei stunned on the spot. She turned her head to see Shi Jingwei smiling as he put away his phone, and she suddenly understood. She then saw Shi Jingwei return the voucher to the lobby manager and kindly said, "Let's forget about the voucher. I don't usually dine out, but rest assured, I will introduce some colleagues to come and support the business."

Shi Jingwei continued to smile and nodded his head

Xi Siyong smiled and leaned slightly against the back of the sofa, seeking help from his wife Cheng Bing. Cheng Bing shrugged, indicating her helplessness. Xi Siyong had just returned from vacation and was preparing to set off for Africa again in a couple of days, so he had come specifically to bid farewell to Shi Jingwei. To his surprise, as soon as he entered the door, he saw Xi Siyong looking haggard, with bloodshot eyes, and upon seeing the table full of beer, Cheng Bing almost dragged Xi Siyong away in a panic.

That appearance clearly conveyed the sentiment of "Praise me, praise me." Before the situation could naturally lead to him being praised, Father Lu had already given him a sharp reprimand, saying, "You keep talking to everyone, keep talking to everyone; it has been two months. Pride and complacency are unacceptable!"

Even if your home's drainage pipe is broken and you wake him up in the middle of the night, he can immediately recite a plumbing repair phone number for you

At that moment, Cheng Bing extended his hand to gently touch Shi Jingwei's head, playfully asking, "Where is Lu Mingmei? I went to her bank, but she seems to be absent. I heard from her colleague that she seems to have transferred to another branch."

You need not think of me as so great; at the end of the day, people are fundamentally selfish

She was neither fearful nor angry, and looked at Shi Jingwei, who was sitting in front of her desk, with a gentle expression, "Surely you are not going to tell me that your business scope has expanded to here as well?"

In summary, they could never imagine that there was anything that time and space could not accomplish

She inexplicably felt a sense of mourning, as if she understood that she had irrevocably fallen into despair

As the fishing boat sails further into the sea, the deep-colored sky gradually transforms into a shade of blue, as if washed by water. The starlight, usually unseen, spills down like mercury across the vast expanse.

Lu Mingmei pouted, choosing not to argue with him. She sidestepped through the narrow gap between him and the wall, absentmindedly leaving Shijingwei behind.

Lu Mingmei's father

Didn’t Lu Mingmei say that she never wanted to see him again? Now that he is honestly no longer appearing in front of her, why does she need to change her workplace?

Shi Jingwei nodded gently

Isn't this a bit unkind of us

At that time, there were still many barbecues downstairs

This means that, "Lu Mingmei pursed her lips, seemingly hesitant. After a moment of contemplation, she made up her mind, 'I want to live my future days well and do not wish to think about those past events.'"

From a legal perspective, the only person currently connected to Lu Mingmei is her father

At that moment, Ji Wei did not understand the meaning behind her words, and after a moment of contemplation, he asked, "What does it mean?"

Shi Jingwei picked up the landline microphone from the small round table beside the sofa. Upon seeing him making a call, Cheng Bing instantly moved to the spot where Shi Jingwei had been sitting and nestled up with Xi Siyong. Shi Jingwei filled the space she had vacated and dialed the branch where Lu Mingmei had previously worked, inquiring with the branch manager about Lu Mingmei's whereabouts. Upon hearing Shi Jingwei's voice, the branch manager appeared quite troubled. Shi Jingwei was momentarily taken aback, somewhat unable to believe her own speculation, and hesitantly asked: "Is Mingmei... not wanting me to know?"

Shi Jingwei shrugged his shoulders, appearing quite relaxed, and said, "If you have a good business introduction, I wouldn't mind."

Subsequently, the two left amidst the repeated bows and apologies of the lobby manager. After exiting, Lu Mingmei remained silent, but after taking a few steps, she suddenly stopped and coldly asked: "He realized you were a reporter, so his attitude changed so drastically, didn't it?"

Xi Siyong shrugged and said with a smile, "Perhaps his self-repairing spiritual energy is relatively high! How do you think he ended up in this state?"

When Shi Jingwei drove her back, the large three-story villa felt empty. As soon as Shi Jingwei walked in, he sensed an invisible force pulling him further inside. He asked Lu Mingmei, "Aren't you afraid living here?"

Cheng Songpo is no longer with us, therefore, I must live my life to the fullest

Initially, they called him 114, then 12580, followed by Mr. Know All, and finally simply Superman. It is only now that I realize even Superman has moments when he hides in the corner and cries

With one hand propped on the desk and leaning slightly forward, Shi Jingwei asked earnestly, "Then what is the purpose of this?"

Summer has not yet come to an end, yet Shi Jingwei feels a chill throughout his body, as if he has fallen into an icy abyss

I want YY's racket

The shoulders of Shi Jingwei slightly trembled, and after a long while, he finally calmed down. He turned his head and asked in disbelief, "She is not here?"

They have all been eliminated due to the urban beautification efforts

Correspondingly, the prices of Cheng Songpo's artworks have skyrocketed. It is said that someone once purchased several of Cheng Songpo's early works for hundreds of thousands. As soon as the news of Cheng Songpo's passing was announced, the auction starting price quickly surged to several million.

"Well... you still..." Lu Mingmei smiled helplessly, "Now he is not here, and I don't even know where his remains are. I really want to do something for him, but I have no way to do so. I can only stay here with him, as if... he once left his breath here. I might as well accompany this air that he once breathed."

Lu Mingmei's new position is to serve as the gatekeeper in such a withdrawal room

Only his existence remains

Suddenly, Lu Mingmei let out a gasp as she discovered a half-centimeter-long caterpillar floating in the soup of water shield. Her mood, already poor, worsened, and she felt increasingly nauseated. She quickly rinsed her mouth and knocked on the table, calling the waiter over, "How can there be a bug in your soup?"

He damn well achieved an eternal performance art through death

They are not indifferent to Lu Mingmei, and their concern is not insincere; it just seems as if there is always a layer of something in between.

Time passes so quickly

So what can you do

The little boy had met Shi Jingwei before, at the funeral of Ming Ai Hua, and he was the child born after Lu's father remarried. Lu's father quickly introduced him to Shi Jingwei: "Xiao Zhi, his mother went shopping with friends today," he glanced at the wall clock, "she should be back soon. Xiao Zhi, this is—" Lu's father paused, unsure of how to introduce Shi Jingwei; by age, he could actually be called 'uncle,' but that would seem inappropriate in terms of family hierarchy. Shi Jingwei quickly interjected, "Xiao Zhi, tell your brother which grade you are in?"

He knows that Lu Mingmei will never be able to forget Cheng Songpo for the rest of her life

Time and space are helplessly smiling, "I didn't receive his voucher."

Matters of the heart are the most difficult to advise on. Cheng Bing and Xi Si Yong are not relationship columnists; they can only pull Shi Jingwei onto the sofa, one on each side, holding him, yet they do not know what to say. Shi Jingwei looks at the two and smiles, "Don't worry, I'm fine, I'm fine." As he smiles, he suddenly lowers his head, covers his face with his hands, and lets out a difficult sigh: "How can this woman be so ungrateful, tearing down the bridge after crossing it!"

However, the two individuals' efforts to create a lively atmosphere through their banter did not manage to capture Shi Jingwei's attention

Lu Mingmei stared at him in disbelief as Shi Jingwei drove her to the seaside. Miraculously, there were indeed fishing boats waiting there. Shi Jingwei mentioned that he had friends who originally went out to sea to gather shellfish, so he knew a few fishermen. Today, he specifically borrowed a small boat through someone. He jumped onto the boat and reached out his hand to Lu Mingmei. She hesitated for a moment but eventually extended her hand.

Therefore, Shijingwei, you should not waste any more time