My mood on this day can be described as ups and downs. In the morning, when Tong Yazhou told me the news that Zhang Weiguo would go to the development zone to take up the post, a feeling of depression surged into my heart like a tide, making me feel very unhappy.
However, when I went to Liu Ke's office and listened to his in-depth and easy-to-understand explanation, the haze in my heart actually dissipated a lot. It made me understand the helplessness and deep meaning behind his decision, and my mood gradually improved. But then, when I heard that he was about to leave his post as county party secretary, my heart was instantly filled with reluctance and sadness. Although he and I didn't have much contact, I saw and remembered all his efforts to cultivate and support me. If I don't have him as a support, I really don't know how to perform in the future. Fortunately, after learning that Kuang Tieying would succeed him as the county party secretary, the big stone in my heart finally fell to the ground.
After my mood recovered a little, I was thinking about thanking Liu Kexiao, Kuang Tieying and Wang Yanshu. So, I planned to set up a sumptuous banquet in the evening to express my gratitude. But when I mentioned this to them, Liu Ke's words instantly dispelled my thoughts. He half-jokingly said, "Hongjun, nothing has been settled yet, and many things are still in a delicate stage. At this time, we must not get too close to outsiders. It is better to act cautiously. I will keep a record of this meal for you first, and when everything has a clear result, it will not be too late for us to drink happily. You kid, you can't run away, so why are you afraid of not having a chance?"
I carefully considered Liu Ke's words, fully aware of the pros and cons, and immediately accepted his suggestion. After all, in this complex situation, it is wise to act with caution.
In the evening, I didn't go to Xu Tong's place, but went straight home. As soon as I entered the door, my mother came out from the kitchen and asked with concern and reproach in her eyes: "Hongjun, please calculate carefully, how many days have you not been home?"
As I changed my shoes, I scratched my head and said helplessly, "Mom, I really didn't pay attention to this. I've been so busy lately that I don't have time to remember this."
The mother sighed softly: "You, living in Xu Tong's house every day, what's going on? You two haven't even talked about marriage, and dragging it on like this is not a long-term solution."
I gave a helpless smile and said, "Mom, I want to solve this problem, but there is really no way. Her mother has always disagreed with us. What can I do?"
When the mother heard this, she couldn't help but complain, "The Xu family is really hard to understand. Their daughter lives with my son all day long, but they don't care. But when it comes to discussing marriage, they try to stop it. How can they be such parents?" She shook her head gently, her face full of confusion.
I walked up to her, patted her shoulder gently, and consoled her: "Mom, don't worry about this. Xu Tong and I know what's going on and we'll find a way to solve it. You know, I've been very busy at work lately. When I finish these things and have some free time, I'll definitely take care of Xu Tong and me."
After dinner, I just sat down on the sofa when my phone screen lit up. It was a text message from Xu Tong: "Are you coming over tonight? I have something to discuss with you."
I checked the text message, tapped my fingers rapidly on the keys, and replied, "I'll be there in a minute."
Then, I got up, packed up briefly, said hello to my mother, and hurried out, heading towards Xu Tong's house.
When I arrived at her door, I took out the room key she had given me before, turned it gently, and with a "click", the door slowly opened. The room was pitch black, without a trace of light, and the silence was depressing.
I took careful steps and groped my way into her bedroom with the faint light coming in from the window. I saw her curled up on the bed, looking thin and lonely.
I tiptoed to the bedside, slowly bent down, and tried to see her expression clearly. Even though the light was dim, I could still see the glistening tears on her cheeks at a glance, sparkling in the dim light. She looked as weak and helpless as a pear blossom in the rain, so lovable.
I was filled with concern and asked softly, "Baby, who made you so sad? Why are you crying like this?"
She did not respond to my question. Instead, she sat up abruptly and threw herself into my arms like a frightened deer, burying her head in my shoulders. Then, suppressed sobs came from her body, and the sound seemed to carry endless grievances and sadness.
I felt so distressed that I raised my hand and gently stroked her back, trying to calm her down. I said in a gentle voice, "You are already so old, but you are still crying like a child. If you keep crying, your pretty face will be ruined and you won't be so charming anymore."
However, she suddenly bit my shoulder with such force that I couldn't help but hiss and said in pain, "Xu Tong, how did I offend you again? Why are you taking it out on me?"
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