Section 3

I can call a taxi myself

Fu Yunqing furrowed her brow and grasped that hand

How to say?

He usually calls her by her full name only when he is angry or making a certain decision

Fu Yunqing's expression froze, yet she still wore a smile that was neither fully a smile nor a frown: "Is it really that uncomfortable to meet me?"

She paused for a moment, then continued peeling. The animated film had reached the part where the protagonist was searching for her name, and she was captivated: "Oh, how long will it take to improve oneself"

After a while, she belatedly responded with an "mm," still immersed in the plot of the animated series. Fu Yunqing ruffled her hair and finished all the sunflower seeds she had shelled. On the day he left, Duo Qing and Lin Jia went to see him off at the airport. Fu Yunqing wore a gray double-breasted coat and a long plaid scarf on the day he departed. He hugged her and said, "Ji Duo Qing, we will still be friends when we meet again in the future"

Duo Qing sat in the office working late into the night. When she finally looked up, the clock's hands had already reached 7 o'clock. Upon exiting, she discovered that the front desk editor on duty had already finished work. She locked the door and, as usual, went to the security office on her floor to request the security guard to escort her downstairs. She suffers from claustrophobia and cannot take the elevator alone. Fortunately, the security personnel in the office building are of high quality and provide excellent service

Miss Ji, would you like me to call a taxi for you

Thank you, Editor-in-Chief Ji is indeed very responsible, as the first thing he said on both occasions was the same topic

The place for dining is also the hot pot city they used to frequent the most, even the private room is the one they are most familiar with. Duoqing is somewhat puzzled about what kind of scheme Fu Yunqing is concocting; perhaps when she sent him off at the airport four years ago, that statement, "We will still be friends when we meet again in the future," was not a lie.

"Unwilling?" he said

The face drew closer, stopping in front of her, slightly looking down, the eyelids covering her, and with a gentle smile: "Duo Qing, I have been thinking about you all these years; in fact, you haven't forgotten me, have you?"

She laughed heartily, finding the little security guard quite amusing. After all, she was not just earning money from selling scrap metal, but had the mindset of selling aircraft carriers. The little security guard also laughed along, complaining verbally, yet appearing somewhat satisfied with this job

Mutually tormenting? She actually knows what torment is?

It is currently confirmed to be three years

"I am back now, I am here, and I will not leave again." Fu Yunqing lowered her head even further, her breath surging at the edge of her lips, "Shall we start over? Isn't this still meaningful?"

After all, he is also an ex-boyfriend

Duoqing suddenly closed her mouth, and something surged up inside her. Like a tide. It was sorrow, it was memory. From one-sided torment to mutual torment. She always thought that the things that seemed insignificant, she would definitely not remember.

Miss Ji, working so late again

Duoqing shook her head, her gaze clear: "I do not wish to engage in meaningless activities"

She smiled and nodded vigorously until his figure disappeared at the security checkpoint, still tugging at the corners of her mouth

Duoqing faced his gaze without dodging or evading

She is still the same, so refreshingly realistic that it is rather annoying. Fu Yunqing smiled slowly through the mist, her warm teeth contrasting with her pink lips, and said word by word: "Ji Duoqing, since it is like this, let us do something meaningful!"

I am getting married soon. "I'm sorry," Duoqing withdrew her hand

Indeed, it is said that one must sell a life for a penny

He has not changed at all, as if he is still the same person from four years ago. And they are now just like before, with him driving the car and her making faces and causing mischief beside him without any reservations

"Ji Duo Qing, I am going to Japan for further studies, leaving next week." The tone was as casual as discussing what to have for dinner, with no difference at all.

"If that is your intention, Ji Duoqing, let us part ways. I will not hold you back either"

These meaningless things are seldom remembered by Qing, but that day is clearly etched in memory. Perhaps it is because so much time has passed; hearing him call her name, those distant memories rush back like a spring breeze.

Let us begin anew

The latest series you started last year is very enjoyable, but it would be even better if you could submit your drafts on time. It was still Duoqing who broke the silence first

Thus, he does not care about her either. Even four years ago, it was he who initiated the breakup, he discarded her. From beginning to end, he was the one in the advantageous position. Unfortunately, she did not possess much awareness of being abandoned.

In fact, he knows that her ex-boyfriend is nothing; she did not care about him before, and she cares even less now. Otherwise, she would not smile at herself so calmly.

You never earn money like we do selling cabbages, yet you operate with the mindset of selling narcotics

Duo Qing pressed her lips together as he opened the car door. The first five minutes were filled with silence, but fortunately, the traffic channel on the radio was continuously broadcasting cheerful moments, and those clichéd jokes were being listened to in a half-hearted manner, preventing any awkwardness. However, the atmosphere in the car was so oppressive that even someone as unperturbed as Duo Qing couldn't manage a smile. After looking out the window for a while, she examined his car and finally stole a glance at him through the rearview mirror

Fu Yunqing observed her foolish demeanor, having no doubt that if he remained silent, she would scratch her head and walk away. That day at Lin Jia's house, he had already witnessed her lack of awareness, and he did not expect her to say anything of substance. However, how could she be so shameless as to hug and embrace that rascally boy in front of him, and even enter the audiovisual room together, closing the door behind them, engaging in some indecent act that was simply disgraceful

Duo Qing stared at him with wide eyes, her beautiful face radiating an aura of danger.

"Teacher Fu, what a coincidence!" Duo Qing ran over with a smile and asked, "Are you waiting for someone?"

It has been four years since we last met, would you do me the honor of inviting me to a meal

Although it was said in a teasing tone, the underlying malice was impossible to conceal. Duo Qing took the meat and vegetables out and placed them in a bowl, dipping them in the sauce, waiting for them to cool down. It seemed as if some warmth was also dissipating. She took a deep breath and raised her head: "Teacher Fu, I believe you should not treat me this way"

Amidst the swirling mist, the other person's face appears somewhat blurred and indistinct

Duo Qing was just about to express her gratitude when she inadvertently looked up and saw an off-road vehicle parked by the roadside. A person was leaning against the car door, arms crossed, with no hint of impatience on their face. They were simply expressionless, gazing in the direction from which Duo Qing had emerged. She glanced around and realized she was the only one there, prompting her to point at her own nose.

We should not meet again, as our meetings do not bring us happiness, and you do not wish to see me either; this is not beneficial for either of us. " Duoqing seemed a bit confused, asking, "Why should we torment each other?"

In a moment of profound emotion, she recalled how she once leaned over him, gazing at him with the eyes of a predator, saying: Fu Yunqing, let us be in a relationship. The current scene was so different, yet so similar. At that time, Fu Yunqing hesitated for a moment before pulling her neck and kissing her lips.

It was a winter noon with splendid sunshine, and she leaned beside him, watching a Miyazaki animated film while shelling sunflower seeds. The seed shells piled on the coffee table, resembling a small grave. Fu Yunqing received a phone call and fell silent for a moment, then walked over, wrapped his arm around her shoulder, and leaned in to kiss her cheek, making Duo Qing laugh with delight.

At that time, she was also too young and fearless

"What a coincidence." Fu Yunqing calmly curved the corners of her mouth, her eyes slightly wrinkling into a charming smile, "I've been waiting for you, get in the car."

It has been a long time, you must be planning to settle down now

I am sorry. "Duoqing pressed her hand against his chest, pushing him away, and said, 'Teacher Fu, I am sorry.'"