Chapter 2 (Chinese)
Liang Chen asked: "Where have you been during your time back in the country?"
Are you worried that they will not accept it? Are they very stubborn and old-fashioned people?
Mo Jingze appeared to be deep in thought, slowly nodding, "Even if I support it, the key is my uncle and aunt."
Not long ago, this is the first exhibition hall I visited, and I have not yet seen the woolly mammoth and the woolly rhinoceros
Indeed, she used to argue with me all the time when we were young, it was so annoying. I never expected that I would have to stand up for her now. Mo Jing smiled, took out her phone, and pulled up a group photo of herself, Mo Jingyan, and Shao Sheng taken in Yangshuo, handing it to Liang Chen. "She was in our middle school back then, but by the time she enrolled, you had already gone abroad."
Are you going to work in Beijing
"It would be great if someone could listen to me talk about these things," Mo Jing said as he rubbed his temples. "I regret it so much; if the young master wants to speak for himself, let him do it. Why wait for me to feel that the timing is right?"
Liang Chenwei tilted her head, smiled gently, and said softly: "I think they should compensate us for that large meteorite"
"It's nothing." Liang Chen did not ask further, still wearing that faint smile.
I have been in Yangshuo, and in a few days I will go to Beijing. This time I will return to handle the household registration certificate
Mo Jing could not help but laugh as well, "I think so too"
Liang Chen smiled, "Alright, next time I come back, I will definitely tell you."
Liang Chen leaned forward and asked, "What happened?"
I won't be able to stay at home for many days this time, as there are still many procedures to complete for my job onboarding over there, such as degree verification. Mo Jing then left his new phone number in Beijing, saying, "Next time you come back, you must let me know and not just come back quietly."
"Yes, the school is on break," Liang Chen replied, "but it just means no classes; there are still quite a few things to do. You know, in the lab, time is relatively free, but in reality, there isn't much free time. How about you? Is everyone at home doing well?"
Oh, is your aunt returning to the country with you? She should be more accustomed to life back home
Her tone was quite serious, with each word pronounced distinctly, which instead made her seem somewhat naive
"Indeed, it was during the touring exhibition at the museum in the neighboring province," Mo Jing said with a tone of regret, "Fortunately, new ones have been unearthed again"
It is hard to say whether I believe it. In my view, it is a commitment to each other, but also a lack of trust in one another. What do you think?
Mo Jing then asked, "How long will you be back this time?"
He apologized again, "I am sorry."
After starting the job, the affairs became complicated, and I occasionally feel emotional, yet I do not know to whom I can confide.
I do not know either," Liang Chen shrugged, "You are aware of my family situation. I am also unclear on how to confront such emotional issues, and I am not very skilled at dealing with family matters.
Liang Chen smiled so broadly that his eyes curved into crescents
Hmm. Mo Jing then mentioned the name of the new owner
As she approached, Mo Jing sat down on the bench beside her and softly asked, "When did you arrive?"
It doesn't cost much difference, the train is too exhausting, let's refund the ticket
It shouldn't take too long... It depends on the situation. The old house at home has been rented out for many years, and it is just the right time to change tenants and tidy up a bit. Previously, relatives helped take care of it.
After leaving the museum, Mo Jingze needed to take a taxi to send Liang Chen back. She mentioned that her uncle's house was very close to there and that they could walk back. Mo Jingze asked her if she had an MSN or Facebook account, to which Liang Chen replied, "I rarely use those. You have my email, just send me a message."
Well, you go ahead and get busy. Please send my regards to Uncle and Aunt. I will pack my things and head out now. Call me when you have time
Because ... ... I understand the young master, and I do not want Mo Mo to be sad anymore
Mo Jing then asked her: "Seeing me with a headache, are you really that happy?"
Mo Jing then no longer insisted and asked, "Which day's train, and what time does it arrive?"
As for how to implement it tactically, I may not be of much help, after all, I do not understand them. " Liang Chen smiled slyly, "Having said so much is all just empty talk, you need to have confidence, keep it up!
At this moment, amidst the towering and overlapping mountains, hearing the gentle sound of flowing water by my ear, the comforting words of Liang Chen came to mind, and Mo Jingze's brow relaxed a little. After all, family members all cherish Mo Mo, and over time, one can see a person's true heart; there are indeed no insurmountable deadlocks.
Mo Jing then hung up the phone, turned around, and Liang Chen was still sitting in the same place, with one hand half in his pocket, intently gazing at the dinosaur fossil in front of him
Liang Chen said: "I actually think it's not difficult. It's just about letting the family understand little by little, and accept it gradually. In fact, Mo Mo doesn't need to rush into marriage. What difference does it make whether one gets married or not?"
"You care for and protect Momo out of love, and I believe her parents feel the same way," Liang Chen said with a smile. "From what you just shared, I can sense that Momo is very understanding, which surely reflects good family education. Her parents must be reasonable people, not merely indulging and pampering her. While they may initially oppose, that does not mean they will continue to do so later. It is essential to help them gradually understand that your friend is a reliable person, and moreover, he loves Momo deeply, possessing both the determination and ability to ensure her happiness and well-being. As the saying goes, time reveals a person's true character."
Then don't you feel a sense of disparity? Why are you willing to stand up for the two of them, rather than firmly opposing them?
Liang Chen wore a beige thin shirt, leaning back with one hand half tucked into her pocket, looking up at the fossil of the hadrosaur, "I heard that the original one was burned, what a pity"
Alright, I will try not to schedule anything else that day and will pick you up at the station. Don't bring too many things; check in what you can.
Mo Jing then briefly recounted the experiences of his younger sister and Shao Sheng, saying, "I am currently preventing them from discussing this with the family, but we cannot keep dragging this on forever"
Mo Jing then asked: "Is everything alright? If you need any assistance, just let me know"
Mo Jing then asked, "Do you not believe in marriage?"
She responded cheerfully, "Got it! How are you at home? Have all the formalities been completed?"
Mo Jing then made a semicircular turn and walked to the opposite side of the exhibition hall. Liang Chen slightly tilted his head back, watching him approach step by step, a faint smile curving at the corners of his mouth
Mo Jingze appeared to be deep in thought and nodded slightly
Mo Jingze nodded, letting out a long breath, "Talking to you makes me feel much lighter in my heart"
Liang Chen nodded slightly, straightened his body, and looked at the dinosaur fossil. Mo Jing then stood up and walked around to the column on the side. On the other end of the phone, Zhang Jiamin's cheerful and clear voice came through, "Jingze, I have bought the train tickets!"
This is the price you pay for pretending to be mature! Liang Chen laughed, "It should have been left for them to handle themselves; emotional matters are not your forte. In fact, I have two unreliable suggestions. If your uncle and aunt oppose, there is only one core strategy: delay. Either delay for a few years until Mo Mo is older, and your uncle and aunt will accept a son-in-law who is divorced with children but has other commendable qualities; or delay until she is pregnant, as parents cannot resist their grandchildren.
It depends on how important the other person is to you and whether you are willing to exert this effort for her
I remember you mentioned that there is a very beautiful little cousin, is it Momo?
Yes, I am quite happy, thinking about going to dance square dance with my aunt.
It is fortunate that there is also a holiday over there
Liang Chen shook his head, "I am laughing. You once said you were selfish and emotionally indifferent. However, that is not entirely true; you are very good to your family."
She is my sister, there is no choice, what can be done
A friend of mine is going on a trip, so I will go with her. Currently, plane tickets are not very discounted, while train tickets are much cheaper
Mo Jingze sighed, "I just regret why I took on everything, insisting that everyone should listen to my way of handling things..."
It's nothing, my cousin is getting married, and my mother and I are coming back to attend the wedding
Actually, I also do not know how to broach this topic with my family
In the midst of the conversation, Mo Jing's phone suddenly rang
Mo Jingze also smiled, "As a highly educated woman, can you offer two reliable suggestions?"
The difficult emotions that once resided in his heart were never expressed in front of anyone, nor did he think of discussing his feelings with anyone. However, upon meeting Liang Chen, he naturally spoke them out. More importantly, he had previously regarded the enduring feelings between Shao Sheng and Mo Jingyan, despite the years apart, with indifference; yet, at the moment of parting with Liang Chen in front of the museum, he suddenly realized that for those involved, even if time has passed and they must face challenges after a long separation, it may not be an entirely different kind of fortune and happiness.
Well, take care of yourself, as the journey ahead is long and arduous
There is no doubt about his character; he is my old friend. As for Momo's feelings towards him, how should I put it? I don't quite understand... I always feel that it is just her bad luck for not encountering the next person who could treat her well and make her heart flutter; otherwise, she wouldn't have to remain stuck in the past.
Mo Jingze shook his head, "Not at all, I am just afraid that they might experience too great a psychological gap. Mo Mo has been beautiful and adorable since childhood, and she is also clever and well-behaved; our entire family treasures her immensely"
Liang Chen and Mo Jing sat side by side, their hair almost touching. She enlarged the photo and examined it closely, "At first glance, she is clearly a dancing girl, truly beautiful, with a good temperament. Her eyebrows and eyes resemble yours a bit; your future brother-in-law is quite handsome as well, it's evident that the two share a strong bond."
Liang Chen smiled and brought the topic back to Shao Sheng and Mo Jingyan, "The key is, what kind of person is he, and how is your sister's relationship with him"
Why did you suddenly come back without even saying hello
Zhang Jiamin mentioned the date and time
Fortunately, today I am dealing with household registration matters
He glanced and said, "Excuse me, I need to take a call"
He frowned slightly, "That will take twenty hours. Didn't I leave you a card to buy the plane ticket?"
Indeed, no one is irreplaceable, but first, you must encounter someone who can replace them. To some extent, this is a matter of luck. I know you might feel that Momo has been greatly wronged, but from her perspective, it is more about the joy of regaining what was lost. Liang Chen spoke gently, slowly articulating, "Moreover, many things, including certain feelings, do not cease to exist simply because you do not understand them. Would you agree?"
It's nothing, my friends and I have made plans. We'll get in the car, play some poker, chat a bit, sleep in the sleeper for a night, and we'll arrive before we know it
"Very good, congratulations!" Liang Chen said, "In the future, if there is an opportunity..."
Mo Jingze smiled and said, "It is a family obligation and a social responsibility"
There are some matters at home, I will come back to take a look
Mo Jing nodded, "I don't know if they are still the same few."
"Well, not bad. My parents are in good health, and everything at home is still the same..." Mo Jing said politely, slowing down his speech and giving a self-deprecating smile, "It's not all that satisfactory, I've encountered some troublesome matters."
He had opened his email several times, yet he did not know what to say to Liang Chen. Liang Chen had never called him either; she must have already flown back to the distant side of the Earth, the country where he had lived for ten years but would no longer reside for an extended period.