Pay back the money
Xu Nian always felt that the voice sounded familiar, but he couldn't remember who it was. However, when he thought about it, although this place was a bit remote and there were few residents, it was normal to have neighbors.
She wanted to look up at Xu Hongqi, but someone held her head down forcibly. She was just about to apply the cream, so Xu Hongqi simply finished it. However, he obviously knew who it was, and he didn't control the strength well, so he tapped her head. Xu Nian felt a little uncomfortable, and then her head loosened, and he walked away to the gate of the courtyard.
Xu Nian stood up and rubbed her neck. She saw Xu Hongqi was about to open the door and didn't know whether to go in or say hello to her "neighbor".
But if she said hello, she and Xu Hongqi might be talked about here. But she decided to go back to the house. She was a little curious. Seeing that Xu Hongqi had his hand on the door handle, she had an idea. She bent down and quickly picked up the small stool and came to the door. It was no later than Xu Hongqi opened the door and she stood on the stool behind the door.
Xu Hongqi shook his head, not knowing what interest she had just sparked, but he also cooperated by pretending not to see her.
Qi Meiyue waited at the door for a while, thinking that no one was there. She just shook her head at Jiang Fan who was standing in the distance when the door suddenly opened. She saw Xu Hongqi, who hadn't reacted yet, and greeted him dryly, "Hongqi, long time no see."
Xu Hongqi just heard her voice and his expression was very relaxed. "I have been busy recently and haven't been back to the team. Why are you here in such a cold day? Come in."
Qi Meiyue glanced sideways back and saw Jiang Fan was also looking at them. Xu Hongqi followed his gaze and saw that it was the male educated youth he had met last time. He subconsciously frowned.
"Hongqi, I... I won't go in. There are... people waiting." He reached into his inner pocket and pulled out a worn small cloth bag, then took out a wad of money from the bag. "I'm here to pay you back some of the money first. Here's 200 yuan, please count it."
Xu Hongqi's expression had changed from relaxed at first to a serious one. He looked at the male educated youth and then said to Qi Meiyue, "Where did you get the money?"
Although this was a question, both of them knew the answer. Without waiting for the answer, his gaze shifted from the educated youth to Qi Meiyue.
Qi Meiyue was a little nervous. The last time she borrowed money from Hongqi and gave it back to her family, her mother told her that she and Xu Hongqi's mother had verbally agreed to have a marriage when they were children and would become a family when they grew up.
In the past, I thought it was the best choice for her, but after secretly dating Jiang Fan in the past two months, I saw that Jiang Fan's conversation and knowledge were different from those of their country people, and my thoughts had quietly changed.
She and Jiang Fan were secretly together, and it was Jiang Fan who paid back the money for her. This matter was half-known and she received strong support from her stepfather and family. Now only her mother was still hesitant.
In her heart, she always felt that Xu Hongqi lent her money without expecting anything in return because of their childhood relationship and because he had some feelings for her, which was why he was so generous. Now her behavior was somewhat ungrateful and unfair, and she naturally felt very guilty.
But she secretly glanced at Jiang Fan, and felt that she was not wrong. She wanted to make it clear to Xu Hongqi, fearing that he had other thoughts. "Hongqi, our childhood engagement was just a verbal talk between our parents. It was actually a joke. Besides, I am one year older than you. We... are not suitable for each other." She could still speak hesitantly when she said this.
But when she thought about what she said next, she felt that it was a bit shameless. In fact, saying it would be equivalent to denying what she had just said. The words became an excuse. She felt a little embarrassed and lowered her head.
She lowered her head and missed the obvious surprise and panic in Xu Hongqi's eyes, but his panic was directed at Xu Nian, who had just revealed an indescribable smile behind the door.
He coughed, his Adam's apple, which was usually not very noticeable, rolled, and he seemed speechless, his face numb. Thinking of the help Qi Meiyue had extended during those difficult years, he still said, "I don't think that educated youth is suitable for you. Look at the people in the village team who have married educated youth and are living particularly well.
Do you know what their family situation is like? You've only known each other for a short time, and he gave you 200 yuan straight away. Apart from anything else, it's obvious his family has resources. So, if they're so wealthy and resourceful, why would their son want to go to the countryside? Even if we ignore that aspect, what will their family's attitude be towards you when the educated youth can finally return?
Seeing that Qi Meiyue seemed to have something to say, she didn't give her the lead but continued to say what she wanted to say, "Don't be so gullible as to listen to your father. Find out more and think about it yourself."
After saying that, he glanced at the door cryptically and continued, "Also, I didn't know we had a child marriage. I also thought it was just a joke played by adults."
Xu Nian was stunned listening at the door. The news came one after another. It turned out to be Qi Meiyue, her white moonlight who had not been heard from for a long time. But when did he borrow money from others? It sounded like he meant a lot, so no wonder he took the risk of doing these smuggling jobs and ignored her words of concern and advice.
And then she heard about the educated youth Jiang Fan and so on, which meant that Qi Meiyue was already in a relationship with the educated youth. Doesn't this mean that after all the hard work, it was destined to be what it was. Didn't she just do it for nothing?
Qi Meiyue was already lost in her own thoughts. The more she listened to Xu Hongqi, the more she felt that he cared about her. She had an indescribable feeling in her heart, and finally dared to look at him. The last time she saw him was a month ago, when he specifically came to her and told her that she could come here to find him if she had any problems. She could clearly feel that he was getting better and better, and this state was reflected in all aspects.
Xu Hongqi was not ugly to begin with. He was the kind of handsome man who was cold, steady and experienced. Jiang Fan was the kind of handsome man who was full of bookishness. Logically, she should have chosen Hongqi who was more suitable for her. However, there was one thing that Jiang Fan was much better than him in, and that was family background. She wanted to leave the countryside, leave her stepfather's house, and start a different new life. Jiang Fan was the best choice.
So, despite feeling sorry and having some thoughts, she said firmly to Xu Hongqi, "Hongqi, I've always treated you as my younger brother. We used to keep each other close, and I actually feel lucky to have grown up with you. But now I have someone I like, so... I'm sorry."
The more Xu Hongqi listened, the less confused he became. But this time, Qi Meiyue didn't wait for him to say anything and ran away.
He had said everything he needed to say, and there was nothing he could do if she didn't listen. No matter what he was thinking, he held the money in his hand. After closing the door, his first reaction was to go see Xu Nian.
While he was staring at the other person's back, Xu Nian had already brought a small stool into the house.
Xu Nian had a blank expression on her face, but she was cursing in her heart. What was going on? God was going to kill her!
Xu Hongqi heard the door of the sleeping room slam shut, and his heart tightened. He was not the kind of person to hide things. Although Xu Nian was not very old, he had such a legendary experience and must have thought a lot. He didn't want to hide it from him, so he pushed the door open and went into the room.
The bed in the bedroom where he slept last night was tidy. Xu Nian sat on the edge of the bed with his head down, picking his nails. He didn't even look up when he heard someone coming in.
Xu Hongqi was still acting very chaste last night, and only slept with her after her repeated persuasion. Now he didn't care anymore and just sat next to her. Xu Nian curled her lips and unconsciously let out a breath.
The main reason was that she felt so infuriating. Who was it that said where there is a will there is a way? She had worked so hard for a long time but hadn't accomplished anything.
Xu Hongqi turned his head to look at her, but could only see the top of her head. When he had just applied the medicine, he had felt that her hair was thin and soft, just like her, a little noisy but kind and warm-hearted. Now that the light shone on the slightly frizzled hair on top of her head, he seemed to be in a state of peace and tranquility.
After applying the medicine, the top of his head was slightly damp, but now it has dried. Xu Hongqi said softly to the person, "Are you cold?"
Xu Nian knew what was going on in his mind. She was just unhappy and worried. When she heard him talking, she just wanted to roll her eyes. She did the same thing even though she was thinking that her behavior was out of control.
Xu Hongqi smiled and said, "Even good-looking people who roll their eyes are cute."
Xu Hongqi had no experience in coaxing people, and the only experience he had was summed up from his experience with Xu Nian. He knew that she loved beauty, but he forgot to think about why he felt Xu Nian was angry.
To be honest, Xu Nian was a little surprised by his praise. Normally, he didn't praise anyone, and it was a bit creepy when he suddenly started praising someone. But he didn't say anything just now, and now that the opportunity had passed, even if he wanted to say something back at him, he couldn't.
Xu Nian didn't say anything, so Xu Hongqi continued, "At the end of August, Meiyue's brother fell ill, and she asked someone to come to me to borrow money. At that time, I happened to have 800 yuan in salary from your family for my work, so I lent her 400 yuan."
Xu Nian's chest heaved. This was 400 yuan in 1974, and its value was comparable to 4,000 yuan in later generations. "That's quite generous of you, giving me half of it." He glanced at him and said, "I will definitely lend you money when I have the chance. Don't treat me differently."
Xu Hongqi looked at her deeply and said in a hoarse voice, "You don't have to borrow it. I'll give it to you."
"Hmph, I don't care. There will be plenty of people who will pay me when the time comes." Xu Nian said it on purpose because she was quick-witted. Her original intention was that since no one could be relied on, she could only rely on herself. She could expand her horizons in the future and try to write some novels. Seeing that her experiences were no more bloody than those in novels.
As a result, Xu Hongqi's eyes changed after she finished speaking. Just a moment ago, his eyes were slightly warm, but now his momentum changed. His eyes darkened slightly and he even raised the corners of his mouth. "So, besides me, you will have someone else in the future?"
Xu Nian looked at him in surprise. No, he must be sick. Why did he suddenly become so gloomy? Who was trying to fool whom?
Xu Nian thought about it for a long time before she realized that he was not saying that she would have someone else besides him in the future.
Xu Nian supported himself on the bed with his hands and swayed his legs. He slowly turned his head to look at the person next to him who had an even colder expression, and said tentatively: "You don't respect me either, so who knows!"
Xu Hongqi's eyes were puzzled and sharp. "Am I disrespectful to you?"
Xu Nian snorted, "I told you that reselling things is wrong and illegal, but you didn't listen.
Qi Meiyue has known for a long time that you rented a house here, but I only found out yesterday.
And you've already arranged a marriage, and I didn't even know about it in my dream. You're committing emotional fraud...
Anyway, there are still many, but fortunately I discovered it early. The things in my dream might be from my past life. It’s good to make a change in this life.”
Xu Hongqi sneered, "What a bullshit!"
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