The atmosphere became quiet for a moment, and the two of them just stood there in silence.

Lin Ran casually glanced into the distance and happened to see the land allocated to the educated youth site.

At this time, the educated youth were working hard in the fields, but there was one person missing.

Thinking of Shi Yan, he should have reached his destination now, right?

I don’t know if I have got the recipe for raising silkworms.

Qin Jianye turned his head to look at Lin Ran, and saw that she was staring intently somewhere else. His fingers hanging at his side curled up slightly, and he opened his mouth several times before finally mustering up the courage to take the initiative.

"Ranran, what do you think about what my parents said when they went to your house yesterday?"

After hearing the question, Lin Ran came back to his senses.

She straightened her expression and decided to tell the truth.

"Brother Qin, I'm still young and don't want to think about major life events for now. I've always treated you as my neighbor's brother, so... I'm sorry."

Qin Jianye's heart sank when he heard this, but he quickly adjusted himself and said jokingly:

"You're young, so what's there to be afraid of? Your second brother Qin has been single for over 20 years, so he doesn't mind staying single for a few more years. The main thing is whether you're willing to give me priority when you consider important matters in your life in the future."

When he said the last sentence, Qin Jianye looked at Lin Ran with an unprecedented seriousness.

Where Lin Ran couldn't see, his hands were clenched into fists behind his back, and his palms were soaked with sweat from nervousness.

Maybe before yesterday he only had a vague affection for Lin Ran, and he usually used the excuse of being the girl next door, and even he was almost deceived.

But after being exposed by his mother, he realized that he had already developed feelings for Lin Ran that went beyond the girl next door.

So even though Lin Ran politely rejected him at this time, he couldn't help but want to fight for himself again.

Lin Ran is not stupid, how could she not feel such a passionate gaze?

only……

She couldn't help but ask herself, if she were asked to marry Qin Jianye and stay together for the rest of her life, would she be willing?

But Shi Yan's figure always pops up in my mind unconsciously.

She closed her eyes and tried hard to get Shi Yan out of her mind.

She kept reminding herself that he would be returning to the city, perhaps in a few months, and she shouldn't lose her heart.

When Lin Ran opened her eyes again, she was met with a pair of worried eyes.

"Ranran, are you feeling unwell?"

Lin Ran shook her head gently, "I'm fine, I was just thinking about something."

Qin Jianye thought that it was his question that had embarrassed Lin Ran, and he looked extremely annoyed.

"I'm sorry, it's all my fault. You were still young, and I shouldn't have pushed you."

"You don't have to answer me so quickly. When you feel it's time to consider your lifelong affairs, look back at me if you're willing. I'll always be behind you."

"Of course, if you meet someone you like, I will also bless you with a smile, so you don't have to worry so much, just follow your heart."

Seeing his solemn promise, Lin Ran's eyes were moved, and he couldn't help but ask curiously:

"If I told you I wanted to go to college and get married after I graduated, would you be willing to wait? You might be almost 30 by then."

Qin Jianye was stunned for a second, then he started grinning foolishly. His laughter became louder and louder, and his shoulders began to shake wildly.

Lin Ran was a little surprised. "What are you laughing at?"

Is her question funny?

Finally, when Qin Jianye stopped and rubbed his face which was a little stiff from smiling, he looked at Lin Ran and answered seriously:

"I'm just too excited. Does your question just now mean that you will give me priority in the future?"

Lin Ran subconsciously avoided his burning gaze, not knowing how to answer.

She just felt that if the person in her heart was destined to be impossible, it would be better to choose someone who was sincere to her.

And as Lin Weiguo said, Qin Jianye's character is beyond reproach.

Plus, they have a friendship that dates back to when they were young.

Of course there is more to it than that.

She still remembered what Lin Meng said, that in the book the original owner and Qin Jianye had both a son and a daughter and lived a happy life.

So if you really want to choose a marriage partner, Qin Jianye is indeed the best candidate.

But she could only say that it was suitable, because she knew clearly that she had no romantic feelings for Qin Jianye.

Qin Jianye obviously understood Lin Ran's silence, but he did not pursue her relentlessly.

"It's okay, don't worry, just take your time to think about it. We still have a lot of time."

After saying that, he considerately changed the subject.

"You said you wanted to go to college? It seems like the Workers, Peasants and Soldiers University is starting to recommend students for places this year. I'll ask someone later."

Lin Ran quickly shook her head and refused.

"Don't bother. I know about the Workers, Peasants and Soldiers University, but I don't want to go there. I want to wait until the college entrance examination is resumed and take the college entrance examination myself."

Qin Jianye didn't pour cold water on Lin Ran after hearing this, but encouraged him:

"Then you have to work harder. Our team has never had a college student."

The two chatted idly.

When they parted, Qin Jianye stood there and stared at Lin Ran's back for a long time, with the corners of his mouth unconsciously grinning high, like a young boy.

The feeling wasn't so strong before, but now that I have recognized my inner feelings, the hidden emotions in my heart suddenly burst out and it's out of control.

The scene of Lin Ran as a child pulling his trouser leg and crying and making a fuss about wanting to eat wild fruits naturally emerged in his mind.

There was also a scene where after he was beaten by his parents, Lin Ran, with red eyes, blew the air into his wounds to relieve the pain.

And the way she carefully held half a steamed bun and said she wanted to eat it with him.

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