Chapter Two: Poetry (2)

Fu Xingzhi passed by the secretary's desk, his expression stern, and casually said, "Bring in two cups of coffee." After speaking, he instantly revealed a beaming smile, turning towards Nie Xiu beside him. The rapid transition between these two facial expressions was astonishing.

Xu Linlang said that she admires your courage to take on all responsibilities upon yourself, but you are not the one who arranged their marriage, so you have no reason to feel guilty. The reasoning is sound, yet Tong Xi still cannot help but feel guilty

Fu Xingzhi stared at him in surprise and joy, asking, "When did you come back?"

She was quite straightforward, but Director Wei hesitated, saying, "Hmm, let me think it over. Just tell her that the company is on holiday, and we will discuss it after the New Year."

Between us, this is where it ends. I have deleted all your contact information, and I ask that you do not harass me again in the future

In the tea room, Tong Xi encountered the planning director and inquired about the boss's attitude towards the article "Snow Well" by Chun Tong. The author submitted it several months ago, and it has been at the final review stage for quite some time without any results

Due to work-related reasons, her WeChat contacts are almost entirely composed of various film and television companies, broadcasting platforms, as well as authors, publishers, and agents. Upon seeing this name, she accepted the request without any hesitation. Strangely, the other party did not initiate any conversation after adding her. After waiting for half a minute without any response, she set her phone aside

Tong Xi looked at the director's troubled expression and said straightforwardly, "Then I will just decline it."

Fu Xingzhi was taken aback for a moment, but soon understood Nie Xiu's intention. He purchased the house in Xiangzhang Garden to ensure that Tong Xi had the funds to buy a new home. Jincheng is a property developed by Fu Xingzhi's company, and the Experimental Primary School has established a branch within the community, which is currently in high demand. In two years, Tong Hua will also reach the age for primary school enrollment.

Fu Xingzhi said cheerfully, "Alright, how large an area do you need?"

Fu Xingzhi ascended from the garage to the first-floor lobby, just as he was about to switch to the elevator. Upon raising his eyes, he noticed a person standing nearby, whose car keys nearly fell to the ground.

After not seeing each other for two years, Fu Xingzhi was planning to reminisce in detail, but Nie Xiu skipped this step and got straight to the point, saying: "I have two things to ask of you. Please reserve a well-oriented unit of Jin Cheng's property for me."

You are correct; however, such themes, which possess realistic significance and a critical spirit, can provoke some reactions and reflections, for example..." Tong Xi cited several representative films as examples

Having grown accustomed to his stern expression, the secretary was taken aback by his suddenly radiant smile, which sparked a strong curiosity within her. With a surge of courage, she sought to discover the identity of the person who could bring such joy to her boss.

Tong Xi took a break from dining with colleagues to call Mo Dan, inquiring whether her insomnia had improved

This poem holds a special significance for her. Even before she was born, she was particularly lively and active in Anna's womb. Tong Guoan and Anna firmly believed that this child would be a boy, and they had already decided on the name Tong Hua, derived from "White Birch," which is a homophone for fairy tale.

The secretary was overwhelmed while answering the phone when she suddenly saw the boss emerging from the elevator, smiling like a blooming flower, nearly dropping the microphone in shock. This peculiar boss, who often arrives late and leaves early, comes to the office every day with a face that seems to say, 'I don't want to be here, and I earn money just to pay your salaries, you employees.'

He chuckled, "Such a sentimental and righteous ex-boyfriend, this is the first time I've seen one."

"What do you need something so small for?" Fu Xingzhi was puzzled; the Nie family was wealthy and could afford a villa.

Nie Xiu lowered his gaze and remained silent for a moment, then said calmly: "At that time, I was out of my mind."

Fu Xingzhi was very pleased with this answer, gazing with bright eyes at his long-lost friend. This friend, engaged in cutting-edge biopharmaceutical research abroad, seemed to have taken some miraculous elixir, as he showed no signs of fatigue after the long flight. Truly extraordinary.

Ten minutes later, the "Yuanxiu Film Industry," having gained nothing, pressed the phone against their thigh and pinched the bridge of their nose with their right hand. Tong Xi's social media feed was filled entirely with work-related posts: the company's new film was starting production, artist promotions, and platform broadcasts. Essentially, it resembled a Chinese television newspaper. Personal information was meticulously guarded.

He should still be in the United Kingdom at this moment. Even if he were to return home to visit family, he would absolutely not contact her, let alone send her flowers, after all, it was he who proposed the breakup in the first place, and he was very resolute in his attitude.

The man leaning against the granite pillar took two steps forward, patted his shoulder, and said, "It's good to be the boss, coming to work just before ten."

eleven o'clock

Fu Xingzhi was even more puzzled: "What does this mean? Do you have to take a detour to buy a house? Do you enjoy paying taxes with your excess money?"

However, Director Wei has a deep impression of this manuscript. As soon as Tong Xi mentioned it, he said: "The content and quality of the manuscript are quite good, but unfortunately, the data is insufficient. The company still hopes to create leading content with major IPs. Furthermore, while there is currently an advocacy for family harmony and having a second child, this manuscript discusses sensitive topics such as women's rights, domestic violence, and the twenty-four articles of marriage law. Therefore, the boss is rather hesitant."

Mo Dan and Shen Xiquan divorced, and she was filled with guilt. If Nie Xiu had not suggested that Mo Dan go to Xi Town to sketch in order to pursue her, Mo Dan would not have met Shen Xiquan

She held the cup, slightly distracted. Suddenly, her phone next to the computer made a sound, indicating a friend request from Yuanxiu Film Industry.

With the trend of IP popularity, the company receives a flurry of submissions every day. After several rounds of selection, the number of submissions that reach Director Wei is countless

Years later, Tong Chunxiao gave birth to Tong Hua, and Tong Xi was promoted to the role of aunt. Overjoyed, she called Nie Xiu to share the good news and also explained the origin of Tong Hua's name

Could it be that the person sending the flowers is him? This thought flashed through Tong Xi's mind, only to be quickly dismissed.

Nie Xiu said: "About fifty to sixty square meters"

Nie Xiu smiled and said, "Today"

twelve o'clock

It is said that the success rate of first love is only 1 percent. The two initially had a long-distance relationship, followed by an international relationship, and their breakup seemed to be a matter of course

Fu Xingzhi widened his eyes: "What does this mean? Have you reconciled?"

The deeper the love, the harsher the criticism, which leads to the loss of reason and also of intelligence, resulting in grave mistakes

At that time, Fu Xingzhi was studying in another city and was unaware of the details surrounding the breakup. He only knew that it was Nie Xiu who initiated the separation, but the reasons behind it were never disclosed by Nie Xiu. Three years later, today, with a rare opportunity, Fu Xingzhi could no longer hold back and finally asked, "What happened between you back then?"

Nie Xiu held the microphone, paused for a moment, and said, "Is it acceptable for your son to have the surname Nie?"

Not yet.

Nie Xiu paused for a moment and calmly said, "Remove the word 'previous'."

Yevgeny Yevtushenko's "The White Birch"

Had he not heard it with his own ears, Fu Xingzhi would never have believed that Nie Xiu would evaluate himself in such a manner. He dug at his ear to confirm that he was not imagining things. With just a simple sentence, Nie Xiu took on everything. However, the specific reasons were still not mentioned.

Tong Xi vaguely remembered that a yellow rose signifies an apology, and as she went over it in her mind, it seemed that she had not had any conflicts with anyone recently. Among the flowers was a piece of autumn fragrance-colored cardstock, clearly from the same person as in the morning, and a Russian poem was also written on the paper

As the car approached the vicinity of the Xinghui Building, it happened to stop at a red light. He glanced at the building topped with a star-shaped structure, slightly furrowing his brow. In truth, he did not have complete confidence in the complexity of the situation. However, facing challenges head-on was his forte

The light outside the window is dim, and it is said that there will be snow today

Nie Xiuzhi said: "It is the house of the Tong family, a haunted house, which has been on the market for two years without selling, and no one dares to rent it. I do not want her to know that I bought it"

9:45

Who knows that a little girl was born, Tong Guoan felt that the name Tong Hua was not suitable for a girl, so he renamed his daughter Tong Xi, as she was born on the Qixi Festival, and her nickname is Qiqi

Tong Xi could only smile and say, "Alright." Upon returning to her desk, she opened QQ, and the author's avatar, Chun Tong, was blacked out, with a signature that had remained unchanged for three years: "A piece of white expanse, the earth is truly clean." This is a line from the ending of Dream of the Red Chamber.

Fu Xingzhi may have a bad temper, but he is indeed quite handsome. However, the person beside him stands out even more. Without even mentioning looks, just considering her demeanor is enough to catch one's attention.

If I don't mention today, this person will immediately jump up. Damn it, we've had twenty years of friendship, why didn't you come to find me right away? You actually waited until the next day! Do you believe that from now on, I will invite you to have leftover meals and tea every day

She often thinks that if he had been a bit kinder at the time of their breakup, perhaps she would have already let go of her burdens with ease, and would not feel a pang in her heart every time she remembers it

The secretary's gaze followed the two handsome men as they entered the office. Well, today's share of grievances was worth it for this visual delight

Fu Xingzhi and he have been friends since childhood. Knowing that he is not fond of expressing his thoughts, Fu no longer pries. He gives him a pat on the shoulder and wishes him good luck, then asks: "Shall we have dinner together tonight?"

Nie Xiu stood up and said, "I have something to attend to this evening, let's arrange another time. I will go back to rest, you carry on with your work, no need to see me off."

"It is not where I live," Nie Xiu continued, "There is one more thing, there is a house in Xiangzhang Garden, please find someone to purchase it on my behalf, and then transfer it to my name later"

This, you also know about our review system

She typed a few words in the dialogue box, but then deleted them one by one, and then minimized QQ, leaving it in the lower right corner

Fu Xingzhi's gaze, which was "direct and fiery," easily led passersby to misunderstandings, and Nie Xiu pulled him into the elevator

After having dinner, Tong Xi and her colleagues returned from the restaurant and received another bouquet of flowers, but this time it was yellow roses delivered by the florist

Nie Xiu, after listening, asked her: What if your sister gives birth to a daughter? Tong Xi did not think much and replied immediately: Then I will leave her for my son to use

She remembers very clearly that what he used was not contact, but harassment. This word felt like a sword piercing her heart, so much so that this breakup was far more painful than she had imagined, and the wound took a long time to heal

The last working day before the Spring Festival, everyone has lost their focus on work, and the entire company is filled with a sense of impending holiday, especially among the employees from out of town, whose faces all express four words: eager to return home