Chapter 26 A Village Girl in the 1970s
The next morning, Xie Jingyue came to the Yao family again and told them that Yao Meimei had been arrested.
Yao Daqiang was both heartbroken and embarrassed.
"This is too much trouble for Comrade Xie. You could have just had someone pass on the message. There's no need for you to make a special trip."
To be honest, their family had no real connection with Comrade Xie, but they were truly at a loss for how to express their gratitude to him for being so kind.
"It's no trouble at all, it's just something that happens on the side."
After saying that, Xie Jingyue glanced around discreetly, but when he didn't see Comrade Zhenzhen, he couldn't help but feel disappointed.
He rushed over early in the morning, hoping to see someone, but who knew...
He wanted to ask, but he knew he had no right to ask, so he had to hold back.
He didn't know that because he arrived too early, Yao Yunzhen hadn't gotten up yet.
He was used to being in the military, and most of his family members were also in the military or government agencies. Their schedules were incredibly regular, and he completely forgot about the concept of sleeping in.
Yao Daqiang said, "We really have to thank Comrade Xie a lot lately, otherwise we don't know what would have happened to us. Old woman, go catch a big rooster and slaughter it to treat Comrade Xie well."
The first two times the other person came, once I didn't have a chance, and the other time I was too flustered to react. By the time I realized what was happening, the person was already gone.
This time, we absolutely must treat them well.
Xie Jingyue quickly declined.
"No need, you don't need to bother. I ate before I came."
Since Comrade Zhenzhen isn't here, whatever chicken he eats, let's leave it all for Comrade Zhenzhen.
She looks so thin, she needs to eat more to nourish herself.
If he weren't worried about it being too abrupt, he would have liked to bring some malted milk powder, brown sugar, and dates as a gift.
I've heard that these foods are good for women's health.
When he has the chance in the future, he will definitely buy all these things and give them to Comrade Zhenzhen so that she can have some nourishment.
"Now that the message has been delivered, I'll head back."
There's no point in him staying here if Comrade Zhenzhen isn't here.
Perhaps she went to the county again; he should go back and check on her.
He had waited downstairs for two days last time but no one showed up, so he came to Baiyang Brigade to handle some business. This time, he didn't see anyone here, so Xie Jingyue decided to go back and continue waiting.
His vacation was coming to an end, and he would soon be returning to his unit. Before leaving, he wanted to say goodbye to Comrade Zhenzhen.
At this moment, his mind was filled with Yao Yunzhen, and he completely forgot about the favor his friend had asked him to do.
Having said all that, how could Yao Daqiang possibly let them leave?
"Eat some more after you've eaten. I know you soldiers have big appetites."
Miao Cuilan chimed in, "Yes, yes, Comrade Xie, please sit down. We absolutely have to eat before you leave today."
The noise outside was so loud that Yao Yunzhen was successfully woken up.
Yao Yunzhen hadn't slept enough and felt a little irritable.
She sat up, rubbed her eyes, and didn't want to go out. She just pushed open the window and stuck her head out to find out what was going on.
"Mom, what are you arguing about?"
Upon hearing the voice he had been longing for, Xie Jingyue subconsciously turned his head.
In that instant, time seemed to freeze, and all the surrounding noise and commotion disappeared, leaving only one person in Xie Jingyue's eyes.
Yao Yunzhen leaned against the window with her hair down, a slight haze still lingering on her delicate face.
Such unintentional expressions are more attractive than at other times.
The rising sun cast its golden rays, which fell precisely on the spot where Yao Yunzhen was, enveloping her in a soft halo.
The halo was dreamlike and ethereal, making her appear even more beautiful and breathtaking, as if she were a goddess descended to earth.
Xie Jingyue's heart pounded uncontrollably, as if gripped by an invisible hand, and his breathing became rapid, each breath filled with inexplicable panic.
Before he knew it, a blush crept onto his face, and he felt rooted to the spot.
Hearing the commotion, the others turned to look and were immediately stunned.
Fortunately, over the years I've gradually gotten used to it and developed immunity, so I quickly came to my senses.
Xie Jingyue's reaction was clearly observed by the Yao family.
Miao Cuilan's heart stirred, and she couldn't help but scrutinize Xie Jingyue closely.
He was tall and upright, nearly 1.9 meters tall, with a very handsome face, a high nose bridge, and deep-set eyes.
His military uniform looked like it had been specially arranged; it was spotless, and even each button was polished until it shone.
Miao Cuilan hadn't thought much about it before, but now she was surprised to realize the sentiments hidden in the details.
Having understood all this, Miao Cuilan immediately had a different idea.
"Comrade Xie, please don't stand there, come inside and sit down."
"Huh? Oh, oh."
Xie Jingyue was startled awake. He quickly lowered his head, not daring to look any further.
A sense of shame belatedly crept into my heart.
He was stunned by what he saw.
Xie Jingyue felt his cheeks burning hot, as if they were on fire. The heat spread all the way to his ears, which also turned bright red.
He clenched his fists, feeling extremely frustrated.
How could I have lost my composure like this? In front of so many people, especially in front of Comrade Zhenzhen, I acted like a clueless fool and lost all sense of propriety.
However, Xie Jingyue didn't realize that he was a bit of a naive and impulsive person when it came to relationships.
Xie Jingyue stiffly entered the room and sat down, forgetting his words about leaving.
"Zhenzhen, you should get up too."
"good."
With guests around, it's really not appropriate to continue sleeping.
This meal was prepared by Tan Guihua and her two daughters-in-law, so it was done quickly, and the food was served in no time.
In the middle was a large pot of chicken stew with potatoes, and then there was a stir-fried cabbage and a bok choy, all with oil, no longer simply boiled in water.
The staple food is still steamed rice.
It's fair to say that this meal was not much different from the one we had during the Chinese New Year.
Yao Yunzhen cheered, "It smells so good, Grandma! You're amazing!"
"Then Zhenzhen should eat more later. And Comrade Xie, don't be shy, make yourself at home and eat your fill. Don't be embarrassed."
"I won't stand on ceremony."
Xie Jingyue smiled faintly, but his gaze involuntarily drifted towards Yao Yunzhen.
He had dinner with Comrade Zhenzhen!
He moved very carefully, but he did not escape the notice of Miao Cuilan, who had been watching him closely. Seeing this, she felt a little more at ease.
Miao Cuilan began to investigate:
"Comrade Xie, how old are you this year?"
Xie Jingyue subconsciously looked away and put down his chopsticks: "I'm 25 this year."
"25, seven years older than Zhenzhen."
Miao Cuilan muttered to herself, feeling that the age difference was somewhat familiar.
Xie Jingyue's heart skipped a beat, and he felt extremely uncomfortable.
He is indeed a bit old...
Miao Cuilan then asked, "Comrade Xie, where are you from?"
Xie Jingyue perked up: "My hometown is Beijing, but I left Beijing after I joined the army at the age of 18. Now I am stationed in Huaixin City and only go home when I am on leave."
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