“My parents both work in a machinery factory. I volunteered to teach in the countryside in response to the call to action.”
Gu Tingzhou then learned that Shen Zhixia was an educated youth sent to the countryside to teach. His respect for her grew even more.
"Many educated youth were unwilling to go to the countryside. Teacher Shen actually came to such a remote and difficult place to teach. I admire you very much."
"Director Gu, you flatter me. The main thing is that I can't bear to leave the children here. This place is located in the mountains, and out of every 10 teachers who come, 8 leave. The children's thirst for knowledge made me stay, and I've been here for 5 years."
Shen Zhixia looked at the distant, rolling mountains and sighed.
Looking at her, Gu Tingzhou felt a surge of respect.
Five years of her youth—it's so rare for a girl to be willing to dedicate five years of her youth to the mountains.
Even Gu Tingzhou himself felt that he couldn't do it.
In fact, Song Ning hastily married Huo Beian to avoid being sent to the countryside.
In comparison, Gu Tingzhou suddenly felt that Shen Zhixia, even more so in terms of personal charm, was even more dazzling than Song Ning.
At that moment, a gentle breeze swept by, causing Shen Zhixia's long hair to flutter. She looked up, closed her eyes, and enjoyed the feeling of the mountain breeze on her face.
Gu Tingzhou stared at her, completely mesmerized, thinking that Shen Zhixia in front of him was truly beautiful.
It blends seamlessly with the mountains and trees behind it, creating a scene of breathtaking beauty, like a painting.
He felt his heart pounding; this was the first time he had ever felt this way with a woman other than Song Ning.
This is the feeling of being moved.
Gu Tingzhou pursed his lips and asked, "Does Teacher Shen have a boyfriend?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhixia slowly opened her eyes, her eyes bright. "I have a boyfriend. He's studying at a university in Nancheng. He said he'll marry me when I return to the city."
Hearing that she was already taken, Gu Tingzhou felt a little disappointed.
Shen Zhixia turned to look at Gu Tingzhou, and only then did she notice how handsome Gu Tingzhou was at that moment, a man of great talent and high spirits.
She couldn't help but blush slightly. "Director Gu, a man as outstanding as you must already have a girlfriend, right?"
No. I'm single.
Gu Tingzhou said softly.
“Oh,” Shen Zhixia replied softly, without saying anything more.
“You saved so many children this time, I will apply for an award for you.”
"Thank you, Director Gu."
"By the way, here is my business card and address. You can contact me if you need anything."
Gu Tingzhou handed over his business card.
Shen Zhixia smiled slightly and put it away.
After settling in, Gu Tingzhou, on behalf of the Nancheng Emergency Management Bureau, presented Shen Zhixia with an award.
At the commendation ceremony, Gu Tingzhou personally presented her with the award.
"Congratulations, Teacher Shen. You have received the Outstanding Young Educated Person Award. You can go back to the city now."
Holding the heavy medal, Shen Zhixia felt a pang of reluctance.
"What will happen to the children if I go back to the city?"
“Nanshan Primary School was severely damaged, and its only 25 students have all been transferred to Qinghe Town next door to attend school. Therefore, Teacher Shen doesn’t need to worry.”
Hearing this, Shen Zhixia was relieved. It had been five years, and it was time for her to go home and visit.
...
The earthquake relief work has been successfully completed.
That evening, because of the hard work we'd been doing lately, it was a rare occasion for everyone to get together for a meal.
It was rare for Gu Tingzhou to drink, and he got quite drunk, still carrying a bottle in his hand.
On my way home, I suddenly saw a girl sitting on the ground, crying loudly.
By the moonlight, they discovered that the girl was actually Shen Zhixia.
"Shen Zhixia, what are you doing here?"
Shen Zhixia cried uncontrollably, her eyes blurry with tears. "I've broken up with my boyfriend... He doesn't want me anymore... He's been dating someone since college..."
"This..." Gu Tingzhou suddenly felt that the man had no taste at all, letting go of such a good girl.
But for some reason, he suddenly felt that hope had arrived.
"There are plenty of fish in the sea. Don't worry, you'll meet even better men," Gu Tingzhou quickly comforted her.
Hearing these comforting words, Shen Zhixia could no longer hold back and threw herself into his arms.
Gu Tingzhou was completely taken aback by the sudden hug, and his face flushed slightly.
"Teacher Shen...this isn't quite right..."
Shen Zhixia cried even louder, "I'm so sad and heartbroken, can I cry in your arms for a while?"
"..."
Gu Tingzhou hadn't expected it to be like this, but he didn't object.
"Fine. Go ahead and cry, I'm listening."
Shen Zhixia cried, her face streaked with tears, "Why doesn't he want me anymore? Is it because I'm not good enough...?"
"No, Ms. Shen, you are really kind, beautiful and good-hearted. It's him who has no taste."
"But I'm so sad... I feel like my heart is dying..."
Shen Zhixia then released Gu Tingzhou, looking at him with teary eyes, "Director Gu, do you understand this feeling?"
“Of course I understand. I once loved someone too, but I couldn’t have him…” Gu Tingzhou’s eyes darkened.
Shen Zhixia looked at Gu Tingzhou in front of her, and then at the bottle of wine he was holding. She couldn't help herself, so she snatched the wine from his hand, opened it, and tilted her head back to pour it into her mouth.
The spicy liquor flowed down her throat, and Shen Zhixia felt a burning discomfort in her throat, but it was nothing compared to the discomfort in her heart.
Seeing her drinking like that, Gu Tingzhou couldn't stand it anymore and snatched it away.
"How can a girl like you drink like that?"
"Leave me alone, let me drink."
Shen Zhixia snatched it away and continued drinking.
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