Chapter 26
The weather was hot some time ago, and the temperature suddenly dropped recently. It rarely rained at this time of year in previous years, but this year it has rained continuously. The abnormal weather has brought a depressing mood. Everyone is suppressing their irritability and gradually feeling uneasy.
Xia Weining likes sunny days. She doesn't like wet weather, which makes everything dirty. Her clothes won't dry after washing, and she won't even have a change of clothes.
In order to ensure the safety of students, the school will close early and the start time of school will depend on the weather conditions.
Students are not allowed to leave school alone and must be picked up by their parents. Some students live in the countryside and their parents cannot come, so the school organizes teachers to escort them to the bus stop.
Xia Weining and Zhou Renting were responsible for escorting ten students to the central station. She led the way in front, while Zhou Renting protected the students from behind.
"Teacher Xia, how about I go ahead?"
Xia Weining turned around and said, "Okay, if you want to come over, let's switch."
Just like that, the two of them switched positions, and Xia Weining handed him the stick in her hand, "Use this to measure the depth of the water first."
"I know."
In fact, they were all unsure. This was a job that did not allow for mistakes, and safety was the top priority. So they were very careful and walked slowly and cautiously. The journey that usually took more than 20 minutes now took less than half an hour.
Xia Weining took a deep breath. Maintaining a highly tense state was really exhausting. She felt very tired now. The rain penetrated her raincoat and soaked her clothes, sticking to her body and making her feel very uncomfortable.
After finally sending the student to the station, she was still worried and repeatedly reminded him, "Be sure to ask your parents to call to let them know you're safe when you get home. Remember, you must call."
"Teacher, don't worry."
Reassured? How could she be relieved?
Xia Weining can go home after finishing her work, but Zhou Renting has to go back to school to check the drainage effect around. The two of them have different routes and separate at the intersection.
"Teacher Xia, I'd better take you home before going to school."
"It's okay, I can go back by myself. You're too tired running around."
"Take this stick and avoid deep water."
"Okay." Xia Weining smiled shyly, "I'm not a child."
Zhou Renting touched his head sheepishly and said, "I was too nervous."
"Thank you. I know you are worried about me. You should also be careful."
"good."
Zhou Renting left after saying this, seeming to be in a good mood.
Xia Weining was already starving, so she thought of going to the nearby supermarket to buy some food.
Suddenly a car came from the front, speeding past, splashing high and heavy water. She subconsciously dodged and accidentally slipped into the puddle next to it.
"You're crazy! Why are you driving so fast?"
Now not only are my clothes wet, but my rubber shoes are also full of water. They make noises when I walk, and water splashes out of the shoe openings.
She struggled to climb out of the pit and leaned against a tree to pour out the water in her rubber shoes. A car suddenly stopped in front of her. She didn't look up, because what she hated most now was the driver.
“Ding ding…”
The car horn honked twice, and she looked over. It was Sheng Huaizhou.
After just one look, he rolled his eyes helplessly and sighed loudly. Oh my God, why did he have to show up?
She is so unlucky.
"What are you doing?"
"Can't you see?" Xia Weining said angrily, "Water has entered my shoes, I'm pouring it out."
Sheng Huaizhou got out of the car and came to her side. "Did you fall into a pit?"
Xia Weining was angry and helpless, her breathing became heavy and rapid. If she could, she really wanted to cover Sheng Huaizhou's mouth.
"Ah, so what's up Officer Sheng?"
He didn't respond, but squatted down to pour the water out of her other rubber shoe and placed it next to her foot. "That's it."
Xia Weining was in great shock, as if he had been struck by thunder, and his whole body was burnt into a ball.
She suspected that there was something wrong with her eyes, otherwise how could she see Sheng Huaizhou pouring water on her shoes.
Is their relationship really that good? She asked herself.
"No." Her brain quickly gave her a clear response.
"What are you daydreaming about?" Sheng Huaizhou had already held her arm. Seeing that she hadn't moved, he reminded her, "Put on your shoes."
"Oh, oh, here, put it on right away."
Unexpectedly, the more anxious she was, the more mistakes she made. She put on shoes that could be put on and walked in a panic and shocking way.
Sheng Huaizhou was very confused. Was she always so helpless when putting on shoes?
Xia Weining put on her shoes and gave an awkward yet polite smile, "Thank you."
"Why are you here?"
"I'm taking the students to the station and will be heading back now."
"The water is very deep here, so be careful."
"I..." She explained herself with her hands dancing, "I was hungry and wanted to buy some food, but a car splashed water on me and I fell into the pit."
"Let's go. I'll take you back."
Xia Weining began to doubt her ears again. Why was Sheng Huaizhou so kind today?
In a trance, she seemed to see Sheng Huaizhou, an angel covered in holy light. He walked towards her with strong and resolute steps, stretched out his big hand that gave her a sense of security, and said gently, "Give me your hand."
She confidantly gave up her hand and let him lead her out of the huge waves.
At this moment, his back was so broad and majestic.
"What are you thinking about?"
Xia Weining woke up from her fantasy and saw Sheng Huaizhou standing beside the car with an impatient look on his face. She felt that she was really crazy for thinking so highly of him, and that he was the one who looked ferocious and evil.
Feeling extremely remorseful, he banged his head against a tree before leaving, hoping to stay awake.
"Oh, you have guts."
Sheng Huaizhou was stunned. It was the first time he saw someone banging her head against a tree. She was truly an extraordinary woman.
The car drove slowly on the street. Many stores were closed. After walking for a long time, they came across an open supermarket. Sheng Huaizhou parked the car and got out. After a while, he took the food in his hand and put it directly into her arms.
"You bought it for me?"
"Aren't you hungry?"
"Thank you." Xia Weining had already unwrapped the bread and stuffed it into his mouth. "You're not without your merits. At least you're still humane."
Sheng Huaizhou sighed helplessly, hoping that she would just shut up and eat.
"How much? I'll give it to you."
"No thanks, just consider it my treat."
Xia Weining shrugged, "I'll remember this favor. I'll treat you next time."
He glanced in the rearview mirror without saying anything. Xia Weining didn't care and just focused on eating.
The car quickly arrived at the residential complex where they lived, and Sheng Huaizhou stopped the car. "We're here, you go back first."
"You're not going back?"
"I still have work."
Xia Weining nodded, knowing that he was going to rescue more people, so she didn't say much, just thanked him softly.
"You're welcome. This is my responsibility."
"I know."
Something in Xia Weining's heart was beating with joy.
Sheng Huaizhou took a look and turned to leave. Suddenly, a clear voice came from behind him, "Be careful."
Sheng Huaizhou paused, as these four short words struck his heart with an unknown force. When he turned around to look for her, she was gone.
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but laugh at himself, and then drove away.
The rain continued for more than a week, and food became a scarce commodity in every household. Xia Weining only survived by relying on her family for support. Xia Weiguo wore a raincoat and held an umbrella to bring her food.
"These fruits and vegetables are grown in our own fields. Your aunt just picked them this morning. There are also steamed buns made by grandma. Eat them quickly while they're still hot."
"Okay, thank you."
"Why are you saying these polite words? Just tell me what you want to eat and I'll bring it to you."
"No, these are enough to last for several days."
"Okay, I'll go back first."
Xia Weining quickly stood up and advised, "Sit for a while before leaving."
"No, let's go now while the rain is light."
"Okay, uncle, go slow."
Xia Weining stood by the window and watched her father running in the rain. Raindrops seemed to drip into her eyes, blurring her vision little by little. She picked up the hot bun and stuffed it into her mouth, eating while crying.
It feels good to have someone care.
It’s nice to have family around.
There is never a lack of strength to move forward, and there is always the option to retreat.
…
In the morning, as soon as Xia Weining woke up, she felt a warm light shining on her face. It immediately formed a conditioned reflex, and she ran quickly to the balcony to feel this rare sunshine.
It had been raining every day during this period, and she had become accustomed to the humidity. Now, seeing the sun rising and radiating warmth, she felt extremely excited and ecstatic, and she wanted to shout loudly to the sky.
Sheng Huaizhou walked to the balcony with a cup of water. The two were now only separated by a wall. Xia Weining instantly became more restrained, and her excitement dissipated a lot.
"You just have this kind of magic."
Sheng Huaizhou was curious, "What kind of magic?"
"disappointed."
He took a sip of water and chuckled, "I'm standing on my balcony, what's the problem?"
"No."
Xia Weining turned her head away angrily. She really had no reason or justification to blame anything, and it was useless to be stubborn.
"I'm glad to know. If you don't want to see me, you can go back to the house."
"Why? This is my balcony too. Why should I leave?"
"Then you stay here."
"Tsk, just stay where you are, who's afraid of who?"
Sheng Huaizhou just smiled without saying anything. Sometimes he thought Xia Weining was quite interesting.
The two of them seemed to be competing with each other. They each brought a chair and sat on the balcony to bask in the sun. It was nice at first, but it became uncomfortable after a long time. Xia Weining twisted and turned on the chair, then looked at Sheng Huaizhou next to him. He closed his eyes and rested, without any movement, as quiet as if he was asleep.
Xia Weining really admired his determination, as he could stay still for such a long time.
But why should I fight him to the death?
Even if you have principles, you can't be too rigid and you need to be flexible when dealing with things.
Xia Weining quickly finished his ideological work, got up from the chair and went back to the house.
Sheng Huaizhou opened his eyes, took a look, shook his head and chuckled.
After a while, Xia Weining returned to the balcony again, holding a melon in one hand and a mobile phone in the other, sitting on a chair and eating and playing.
Sheng Huaizhou didn't want to pretend anymore, so he opened his eyes, stretched, and teased her, "Your life is really leisurely."
"Of course." Xia Weining raised her chin proudly, "Are you envious?"
"I don't envy you."
Xia Weining rolled her eyes at him and deliberately made faces and imitated the way he spoke, trying to humiliate him. However, Sheng Huaizhou didn't respond at all and went straight back to the house, leaving her alone to perform.
At this moment, she felt completely chilled and like a clown.
This can't go on. She set a goal for herself: to act cool and aloof in front of Sheng Huaizhuo, even cooler than him.
Sheng Huaizhou came out of the house with a roast chicken and deliberately asked her, "Do you want to eat it?"
“No!”
"Eat some, it's delicious."
"I won't eat that either."
Xia Weining deliberately turned her back to him, but the aroma of roast chicken still reached her nose. Her determination was a little shaken. She blamed herself for being useless and being seduced so easily.
"You really don't want to eat?" Sheng Huaizhou asked again.
She is very conflicted now, frowning and trying to make a difficult decision. She hasn't eaten roast chicken for a long time, so it's not impossible to try it.
The cooler can be added after roasting the chicken.
I have made up my mind to face Sheng Huaizhou head-on.
He didn't play tricks this time and handed over a whole roast chicken. "Eat it if you want. It's not shameful."
Xia Weining suppressed her anger and forced a smile, "Actually, it's good for you to not talk sometimes."
"No, I have to make you remember my kindness."
Xia Weining: ...
It is a thankless task to accept favors from others, and it is a thankless task to eat from others!
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