Chapter 74: Reunion

At Capital International Airport, Song Ci parked the car on the roadside in front of the terminal and waited for Liu Shishi and her aunt to come out.

The weather is clear today, with not a single cloud in the sky. There are no flight delays. There is a rumbling sound in the sky, and planes keep landing at the airport.

After New Year's Day, he successfully obtained his driver's license and did not ask Wang Shan to pick him up. After 18 years of holding back, he naturally wanted to drive, so he drove over to pick him up at the airport himself today.

There was a constant stream of people on the road, with vehicles constantly stopping and leaving for airport pick-up services. Song Ci stood on the steps by the roadside, waiting boredly, staring blankly into the distance.

"Yiyi, what are you looking at?"

A soft and familiar voice came into his ears, and he felt someone patting his back. Song Ci turned around and saw Liu Shishi standing behind him.

Miss Liu, who was standing nearby, was wearing a snow-white winter down jacket, with a beautiful smile, gentle and quiet.

The joy of reunion after a long separation is beyond words. The figure I had longed for came into my sight again. At that moment, it was as if I had returned to the past and relived those beautiful memories.

"Shishi!" Song Ci was excited and showed a heartwarming smile. He couldn't help but call out the name he had missed for a long time.

Their eyes met, their feelings flowing. Liu Shishi could no longer suppress the love in her heart. She rushed into Song Ci's arms, hugged his waist tightly with both hands, as if she wanted to put all her weight on him. She closed her eyes, enjoying the peace and warmth of the moment.

Song Ci hugged Miss Liu's soft body, smelled the familiar fragrance of her hair, and smiled sincerely: "I miss you, Shishi."

Liu Shishi didn't say anything either. Time seemed to stand still at this moment. She just snuggled in Song Ci's arms, enjoying his care and company.

"Cough cough cough." A dry cough sounded, with a hint of amusement.

Song Ci was so engrossed just now that he noticed the aunt behind Shi Ye. Aunt Liu was pulling the luggage and looked at Song Ci and her daughter with satisfaction, a smile on her face.

Song Ci was not stage-frightened. After gently pushing Shishi away, he walked over to Aunt Liu in two or three steps, took the luggage, and complimented her with a smile: "Auntie, you look younger after going out. Give me the luggage." Then he turned around and put the suitcase into the trunk of the car.

Mother Liu has indeed taken good care of herself, with fair skin and a gentle temperament. Together with Shishi, they really look like a pair of sisters.

Liu Shishi is a girl after all. When she heard her mother's cough, her cheeks flushed, like beautiful cherry blossoms blooming in the breeze. She shyly smoothed her messy hair and embarrassedly avoided her mother's playful gaze.

"Shishi, Auntie, get in the car." Song Ci packed the luggage and asked the two to get in the car.

Song Ci considerately opened the passenger door, and Miss Liu jumped up and down and happily got into the passenger seat.

Mother Liu saw this scene and nodded with satisfaction. Song Ci was so gentle and considerate, holding her daughter in the palm of her hand.

Mother Liu waved at Song Ci, and without waiting for him to speak, she opened the car door and got in. How could she have the nerve to ask Song Ci to open the door for her? That was too pretentious.

Liu Shishi fastened her seat belt, wrinkled her nose and sniffed, with a look of disgust on her face, "Yi Yi, your car smells."

Song Ci started the car and slowly drove away from the airport, "The new car I just bought a few days ago does have a smell."

After getting his driver's license, although he had a full-time driver, Song Ci couldn't help but buy a new car to drive himself. Considering that the car would sometimes be parked at school, he deliberately chose the low-key and luxurious Phaeton.

The appearance of Phaeton is very similar to Passat. People who don’t know much about cars will definitely not recognize it at first glance, which is just right for his student status.

"Auntie, are you and Shishi getting used to living in the south during this period?" Song Ci chatted while steadily controlling the steering wheel.

"Moon Shadow and Wind Lotus" was mainly filmed in Donghai and Zhejiang Province. Both places are typical Jiangnan regions, and the climate change and food culture are very different from those in Beijing.

Sitting in the back row, looking at the familiar streets of Peking, Liu sighed, "It's OK. Shishi and I are not that squeamish. We were a little uncomfortable in the first week, but we got used to it later."

Song Ci echoed: "An actor who travels all over the country does need a strong ability to adjust himself."

Liu Shishi smiled and interjected, "I like southern food, but the food there is not spicy enough."

Mother Liu seemed to remember something and angrily scolded her daughter in the front row, "How dare you say that? You have been eating snacks all the time during filming. How would it look if a girl was so greedy outside and was seen by the crew?"

Liu Shishi glanced at Song Ci on her left, stuck out her tongue behind her mother's back, and looked indifferent, pretending to be dead and not answering.

Song Ci wanted to help Shi Ye change the subject and continued to ask, "When will this TV series, Shishi, be broadcast?"

Liu Shishi hung her head, a little disappointed. "The exact time is uncertain, but the director said it won't be shown until next year at the earliest." She was looking forward to her debut work being broadcast as soon as possible and wanted to become famous as soon as possible.

Song Ci remembered that "Moon Shadow and Wind Lotus" was not broadcast until October 2006. The ratings of this drama were very poor. It was a silent flop without causing any waves. He was just looking for a topic just now.

"Yi Yi, I have news to tell you." Liu Shishi suddenly became excited and said.

"What?" Song Ci glanced at Miss Liu in surprise, then quickly looked at the road ahead.

"I have signed a contract with Tangren Film and Television!" Liu Shishi said with a hint of longing. She visited Tangren Film and Television in the morning, and the company's strong production team gave her great confidence.

"Auntie, has Shishi told you that I opened a film and television company? I am so anxious to get Shishi to sign a contract with Tangren. Did the other party promise some good resources?"

Song Ci suppressed his anger, knowing that Shi Ye would definitely not have the say on such an important life event as signing the contract, and it must be Mother Liu's decision.

Last time he wanted to keep Liu Shishi in Tengda Culture, but Miss Liu did not agree. He thought that in his previous life, Tangren only signed Shishi in 2007, so there was plenty of time, and he could persuade her slowly in the future. However, he did not expect that Shishi actually signed a contract with Tangren Film and Television two years in advance.

Mother Liu sighed, fearing that Song Ci might still have some grudges, and explained earnestly: "I have discussed with her father that it would be good for Shishi to find a film and television company to sign a contract as soon as possible. Having a professional agent to make career plans for Shishi will also be beneficial to her future development.

Mr. Cai from Tangren likes Shishi very much. The contract terms he offered were not particularly preferential, but very fair.

Song Ci, I understand your intentions, but Shishi's father, Shishi herself, and I don't want to live under your wings forever. It would be nice to let her go out and see the outside world."

Liu Shishi poked Song Ci's arm with her slender jade fingers, pouting her lips and coaxing carefully: "Yi Yi, don't worry, Tangren Films is not bad, and Sister K is also a very nice person."

The matter is done, what else can Song Ci say? It is impossible to ask Shi Ye to break the contract at this time. He sighed, thinking that his uncle and aunt probably didn't think highly of Tengda Culture, which was established just one year ago.

Hearing Miss Liu's objective thoughts, Song Ci shook his head and thought to himself what kind of plans Tangren could have. The company has only one core, which is Hu Ge. Now that things have come to this, he can only help and support Shi Ye more in the future.

He reminded her, "I understand. From now on, you should be more careful when you are in Tangren. If anything happens, tell me and my uncle and aunt in time."

"Yes, yes, yes!" Liu Shishi nodded obediently and agreed repeatedly.

Song Ci remembered that he had arranged for Shi Ye to guest star in "Wulin Wai Zhuan", so he asked, "I think Tangren didn't arrange any roles for you recently?"

"Yes, I haven't been scheduled to film in the past few months, but Sister K said that there will be a role for me at the end of the year." Liu Shishi explained truthfully.

Song Ci nodded slightly. He guessed correctly. With Tangren's efficiency of producing one play a year, they would definitely not arrange any role for Shi Ye in the short term.

"That's good. Tengda is currently filming a costume drama. There's a role that's quite suitable for you. It won't have many scenes but it's very distinctive. It's being filmed at Beiping Feilong Film and Television Base. You can go and make a cameo appearance and get more practice."

There was a movie to shoot, and it was produced by her younger brother's company, and she didn't have to go out in Peking, so Liu Shishi naturally agreed with great joy.

On the eve of the Spring Festival, the whole of Beijing was immersed in a festive atmosphere. The streets and alleys were decorated with lights and colorful lights, making people feel the strong flavor of the New Year.

When he was free, Song Ci took Liu Shishi out to buy New Year's goods. When Miss Liu came back, she became an internet addict again, so he took her to the mall to go shopping to adjust the pace of life.

The New Year's market is bustling with people and filled with a wide variety of goods, from all kinds of candy to New Year pictures, couplets, and auspicious "Fu" pendants. All the necessities for the Chinese New Year are available and fill the stalls, creating a warm and peaceful atmosphere for the Spring Festival.

Song Ci looked around, pushing a shopping cart, picking one or two items from the shelf and putting them in from time to time. Liu Shishi held his arm, looking very happy and chattering non-stop.

"Yiyi, everyone in the forum and QQ group is urging you to release a new book and a new song. You haven't done anything for several months. Some people say you have run out of ideas. When will you write me a song to prove yourself?"

Song Ci was holding a box of milk in his hand. He glanced at the production date on it. It had just been produced in late January. He nodded with satisfaction and put it in the shopping cart.

He responded, "I've already thought of a new song. We'll go record it after the Lantern Festival. As for the new book, we'll have to wait for a while. I've been helping the company write scripts lately."

Song Ci has already planned to write and register some of the popular TV series and movie scripts from his past life, and then let Tengda Culture shoot them slowly, so he has been working on the scripts during this period.

Miss Liu smiled happily after hearing this and said, "I won't rush you. You can think of the song carefully, but the quality of the new song cannot be worse than "The Wind Rises"."

"The Wind Rises" has become a hit song after spreading online for several months. It was also the most popular song that dominated the music charts for a long time in the second half of last year. Countless people chose it as their ringtone, which made Song Ci earn a lot of money.

There are countless classic songs in his mind, and Song Ci, who has tasted the sweetness of success, naturally will not refuse to release new songs.

The two walked side by side in the mall leisurely. Occasionally, a couple or a couple passed by them. Liu Shishi suddenly had something in mind and asked meaningfully:

"Song Yiyi, you see, only couples and lovers buy New Year's goods together. What's the relationship between us? Why are you forcing me to come out with you?"

Song Ci was stunned at first, but then he understood Shi Ye's thoughts and couldn't help laughing. Shishi wanted him to confess to her in person!

Song Ci pretended to hesitate for a long time, until Shi Ye stared at him with her empty eyes, and then hesitantly said: "Of course I treat you as my good brother!"

Liu Shishi's voice suddenly rose, and she asked in disbelief, "What? You think I'm your good brother! Say it again if you dare!"

Song Ci nodded and said innocently, "Yes, you said before that we should be good buddies for life!"

Liu Shishi was furious. The bastard actually used childhood words to interrupt her. Looking at Song Ci's sincere expression, she felt confused.

For a moment, I couldn't tell whether he was joking or really thinking this, so I gritted my teeth and asked, "Song Yiyi, that's not what you said when you wrote to me. Are those words something good brothers can say to each other?"

Song Ci spread his hands and argued, "A letter? Oh, we grew up together, and I missed you a little after not seeing you for a long time, so I wrote that letter to say hello to you. What's the problem?"

Liu Shishi was immediately furious and asked in a harsh voice, "Song Yiyi, what do you mean? You told me you wanted to try dating me during the National Day recording session and you even wrote to me saying you liked me. Now you're saying you treat me like a brother and are playing a trick on me?"

Song Ci held back his smile and stammered in silence.

Liu Shishi raised her eyebrows and urged angrily, "Are you mute? Speak up!"

Seeing that Master Shi was really anxious, Song Ci stopped teasing her, gently held her hand, and stared at Miss Liu's pure and delicate face as if no one else was around, "Shishi."

Liu Shishi turned her head to avoid Song Ci's burning gaze. Although she did not struggle and let Song Ci hold her white and tender hand, she said angrily: "We are just brothers. Men and women should not be intimate. Don't touch me."

The voice of Song Ci is like warm jade, whispering: "I used to think that love does not necessarily mean love, perhaps friendship will last longer than love."

When Liu Shishi heard this, she was immediately confused, her face showed sadness, tears welled up in her eyes, her heart was broken, and she sobbed softly.

"So, you want to be friends with me for life, do you know how cruel this is to me? You gave me hope countless times and even wrote me love letters!

I once thought we were already lovers, and the story of childhood sweethearts being defeated by a man from heaven would not happen to me. Have you fallen in love with another woman?"

Song Ci gently wiped away the tears from Shi Ye's eyes, ignoring the inquiring looks of passers-by in the mall, hugged her as if no one was around, and comforted her gently: "Silly girl, listen to what I have to say.

I asked myself, would two people who truly love each other be willing to be just friends? I like you so much, and you like me too, and we have spent more than ten years of our youth together.

You have become the only indispensable person in my life. How can I be at ease to hand you over to an unknown person in the future? "

(End of this chapter)