Wang Zihao shrugged, with an expression that said, "That's just how it is."
"So this is the price of growing up." He sighed deeply and leaned back slightly. "In the future, everyone will have their own way of life, and the connections between each other will become less and less, and the contact will become less and less... until in the end, we can only become ordinary classmates, relatives and friends, and we can no longer be as close as before."
"You and Shen Xu are still living together now, and you can chat with each other every week. But after he goes to university and gets a girlfriend, you should gradually fade out of his life. If Shen Xu goes to university in another city and stays there to develop his career after graduation, he might not be able to come home for several years..."
Wang Zihao's words inexplicably annoyed Ning Yanshu.
My mind is buzzing, and I can't calm down to think.
He and Shen Xu grew up together.
I never imagined that one day I would break up with him.
Although Shen Xu now spends more time living at school, the two are still in the same city.
If what Wang Zihao said is true, will I ever have the chance to see him again after he leaves Yun City? ...
...
Frustration and disappointment weighed heavily on Ning Yanshu's heart.
Even on the way back, I couldn't muster any enthusiasm.
When I got home, I raised my hand and knocked on the door.
The person who opened the door was Ning Wan.
Seeing his listless appearance, Ning Wan asked with concern, "What's wrong? Are you sick and have a fever?"
Ning Yanshu shook his head sluggishly.
He walked into the house with his schoolbag on his back, and when he looked up, he saw Shen Xu coming out of the kitchen carrying dishes.
Ning Yanshu was happy when she first saw him.
But soon, his shrugged shoulders drooped. Ning Yanshu awkwardly turned her face away, refusing to look at him.
Shen Xu's smile froze, and he stood there stunned.
He knew that Ning Yan was being sullen...
...
Ning Yanshu returned to his room, and Shen Xu quietly followed behind him.
Seeing how nimble his right hand was, Shen Xu asked with concern, "Does your hand still hurt?"
"It doesn't hurt." Ning Yanshu stubbornly refused to look at him. "Anyway, it hurts terribly, and nobody cares."
Shen Xu was at a loss for what to do.
He spoke, apologizing softly, "I'm sorry, Xiaoshu... something came up at school. I have to go..."
"Do as you please, come and go as you please... This isn't your home anyway..."
Seeing Shen Xu standing there with a pale face and a dejected expression, Ning Yanshu really wanted to slap herself.
Why does a perfectly normal person have to have a mouth?
Instead of saying so many caring things, they chose to say the one thing that really touched people's hearts.
Ning Yanshu wanted to apologize to Shen Xu.
But outside the room, Shen Fu's voice calling them to eat made his courage deflate like a punctured balloon, vanishing without a trace.
Ning Yanshu felt like he was going to vomit.
Suddenly, I felt something soft in my palm.
Shen Xu took his hand and smiled gently, "Let's go, let's have New Year's Eve dinner."
His expression was calm, and a gentle smile appeared in his clear and pure eyes.
Shen Xu's smile soothed Ning Yanshu's anxiety, and he nodded gently: "...Mm."
...
The sun gradually set, and night fell.
Lights were turned on in every household.
The smoking ban in Longshou Village is not as strict as in the city.
Firecrackers could be heard going off outside.
The smell of gunpowder in the air made the New Year atmosphere particularly solemn.
Under the bright incandescent light, a family of four sat around the table, clinking glasses.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! Wishing Mom and Dad good health, all their wishes come true, and everything goes smoothly and auspiciously!
Ning Wan was amused by Ning Yanshu's words and obediently handed over her red envelope: "You have the sweetest mouth."
She prepared two red envelopes.
One copy was given to Ning Yanshu, and the other to Shen Xu.
Ning Yanshu accepted it with a smile.
Shen Xu smiled sweetly, her eyes and brows radiating warmth: "Thank you, Third Sister-in-law. Happy New Year, and may you have good fortune and happiness."
"Our Ah Xu's speech has become increasingly fluent lately," Ning Wan said, raising her glass in a toast. "Wishing you both health, peace, and a lifetime of happiness!"
"Thank you, Mom!"
After Ning Yanshu finished speaking, he waved to Shen Fu and said, "Dad, Dad."
Seeing his winking and gesturing, Shen Fu knew exactly what was going on.
He put down his chopsticks, took out two red envelopes and handed them to them: "Happy New Year."
Turning around, he took out another red envelope filled to the brim and handed it to Ning Wan: "Happy New Year, Wanwan too~"
Ning Wan chuckled: "Why are you preparing New Year's money for me again? Didn't I say I didn't need it..."
Shen Fu insisted, "What others have, Wanwan should have too."
Ning Wan was a little embarrassed, but she still happily accepted it.
The four people at the table continued to eat and chat in a harmonious atmosphere.
The television in the living room was still playing the Spring Festival Gala.
The lively atmosphere has a special feeling of the New Year.
Halfway through the meal, Ning Wan suddenly reminded Shen Xu, "After you finish eating, don't forget to send your older brother a New Year's greeting."
After saying that, she reminded Ning Yanshu, "You too, remember to wish your aunt and uncle a Happy New Year."
"Okay." Ning Yanshu picked up a piece of meat and put it in her mouth. "Mom, when are we going to visit Auntie's house for the New Year this year?"
“I’m not going this year.” Shen Fu suddenly interjected, his tone quite boastful. “I’m going on a trip with your mother tomorrow, and we’ll be back in about a week.”
"Ah..." Ning Yanshu wailed, his face contorted in pain, "If you leave, what will we do?"
Shen Fu rolled his eyes at him with dissatisfaction: "You have hands and feet, and even if things go wrong, you have money. You won't starve, so what's there to be afraid of?"
That's true... but why can't we come along?
Shen Fu raised an eyebrow: "It's rare for your mother and me to go out for some alone time. Are you sure you want to be so tactless?"
Ning Wan nudged his elbow quietly.
He then comforted Ning Yanshu, saying, "You'll be back in a few days. We'll feel at ease knowing that Xu is at home with you during the New Year."
Ning Yanshu thought about it again and realized that this made sense.
Besides, with his parents not home, Shen Xu can't possibly run away again this time.
So he readily agreed, saying, "Alright, have fun. Don't forget to bring back some local specialties."
Ning Yanshu turned her head, wanting to discuss the arrangements for the next few days with Shen Xu.
But Shen Xu was seen with his head down, typing away on his phone.
The bright smile on her face suggested she was chatting with someone important.
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