Guan Yuxi quietly handed him another pack of tissues.
"Thanks."
But Bao Rui's words, which had been suppressed in his heart for a long time, suddenly seemed to find an outlet.
"Among us kids who grew up together, Fang Yuan had the highest status. He was the kind of person who could command respect in the courtyard. But I looked down on him. I thought he was just someone who had a good grandfather. I was sure I would be more successful than him when I grew up..."
Back then, the kids in their compound, led by Fang Yuan, were always causing trouble. They would either steal snacks and meat from the neighbor's house or kill the neighbor's cats and dogs. They were almost universally hated.
However, due to the power of their elders, no one dared not greet them with a smile, and even covered up their mistakes in front of their elders at home.
Gradually, he grew extremely bored with this game, so he secretly rallied and divided a group of people to oppose Fang Yuan.
Thus, his constant rivalry with Fang Yuan continued until he came of age.
When three of his partners' families fell one after another, he had no choice but to beg Fang Yuan for help, hoping that his grandfather would show leniency and at least spare his family from harm.
“You know what? He told me he forgot, but I saw right through him that he was lying.”
He was never a very smart person... Later, my three friends and their families all died.
So my grandfather was imprisoned and released repeatedly, and then two other friends and I decided to go to the countryside.
But Bao Rui's thoughts seemed to drift back to many years ago, and a satisfied smile appeared on his lips.
Guan Yuxi's eyes flickered slightly, "Did you choose to come to Lengjiagou yourself, or was it arranged for you?"
"It was arranged for me by someone from my family."
I originally wanted to find a rural area in the north, since the lifestyle is similar and it would be easier to adapt.
I never expected to be assigned here. I keep wondering if my enemies are trying to mess with me.
Until a close uncle wrote to me, telling me that I must respect your grandfather and befriend you…”
But Bao Rui wiped away his tears and said with a self-deprecating smile, "But you're like a proud princess, you don't talk to us educated youth at all."
Especially after Bai Qin moved into your house, you were almost inseparable from her.
They even viewed us educated youth as a scourge, only treating the Chu educated youth as...
Guan Yuxi smiled awkwardly.
The fact that the original owner was bewitched by Bai Qin and fell in love with Chu Zhe Ling is an obstacle she can't overcome.
"Do you remember? I even wrote you a letter back then, telling you about Chu Zheling and Bai Qin's relationship."
However, I imagine you didn't believe it back then; you were completely bewitched by Bai Qin.
But Bao Rui slowly exhaled a breath of stale air, and said with a hint of teasing, "I thought you liked women back then, but I didn't expect you to marry Leng Lie in the blink of an eye. But as long as it's not Chu Zhe Ling, that's fine!"
Guan Yuxi searched her memory and actually found the story of Dan Baorui writing her a letter in the original owner's memories.
However, she ran into Chu Zheling before she could even look at it.
She was afraid he would misunderstand that she was seeing another man, so she shoved the letter into the mud without even reading it.
Later, when she saw Dan Baorui, she would take a long detour, afraid that he would rush up to her and confess his feelings.
Guan Yuxi fidgeted with her fingers rather awkwardly, but although it was embarrassing to bring up that experience, she also confirmed one thing: they really were after her grandfather!
"Forget it, let's not talk about them anymore. You'll have to give Fang Yuan some more guidance."
You were childhood friends, after all.
You should know what to avoid and what to do to comfort him.
She quickly changed the subject.
But Bao Rui shook his head and smiled wryly, "I really can't guarantee that."
He's been as stubborn as a mule since he was a child, and even his grandfather couldn't sway his mind.
I'm afraid I can't offer him any more comfort; all I can do is take care of his basic needs, and besides, he might not even want to see me.
"Who said I don't want to see you? It's you who doesn't want to see me."
Fang Yuan opened his eyes without anyone noticing.
He looked at Dan Baorui, his eyes lacking much luster, but his voice was full of energy.
"Brother Fang is awake? Would you like some water?"
Guan Yuxi looked at him with surprise and delight.
Fang Yuan's gaze shifted, finally settling on Dan Baorui, "You feed me!"
But Bao Rui gave him water.
Help me sit up.
Fang Yuan was weak and his face was frighteningly pale. Overnight, even his eye sockets sank in.
"You should lie down and rest. The doctor said you need to stay in the hospital for three days."
But Bao Rui ignored him.
Fang Yuan struggled to sit up. "Trying to see me make a fool of myself? No way! What are you doing here?"
Guan Yuxi shoved him back down, saying irritably:
"You should just lie down! The other person came to Lengjiagou two years ago when they were sent to the countryside."
Fang Yuan ultimately stopped struggling to get up, but pouted in dissatisfaction and said, "What family? You can just call him Duck Egg."
Don't let his refined appearance fool you; he's actually a wicked man.
I suffered a lot at his hands when I was little, Xiaoxi, you have to be careful, don't let him sell you out and then help him count the money!
But Bao Rui: "..."
He looked at Fang Yuan thoughtfully.
Then I looked at Guan Yuxi.
"What are you looking at? Don't you recognize me? Or did I say something wrong?"
Oh, you've grown up now, so shall I call you Goose Egg?
Fang Yuan's gaze followed his, and he nervously made a show of bravado.
Seeing Guan Yuxi peeling an apple for him, he said awkwardly, "Xiaoxi, you should go back. He can take care of me."
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