Chapter 61 Confession
Normally we eat together, talking and laughing.
As soon as Tao Nanfeng and Hu Huanxin came back, they brought back a lot of delicious food. There were salted fish, sausages, dried tofu, fermented bean curd, and canned meat. The educated youth in charge of cooking prepared all of them and placed them on the table.
"Everyone's life is getting better and better now. I heard that the pig farm has added more than a dozen pigs. It is not difficult to eat meat!"
"Tea oil is free, and what we get every month is enough."
"After eating this sausage, I really want to go home. In the past, no matter how poor our family was, we would make some sausages and hang them up to dry before eating them during the Spring Festival."
When the word "home" was mentioned, Li Huilan couldn't hide the smile on her face.
Wei Min looked up and saw her smiling face, and asked curiously: "Hey, Li Huilan, did you pick up money today? You look so happy."
Li Huilan laughed, her smile was very mysterious: "I am happier than picking up money." After returning to her hometown on a business trip, she was entrusted with an important task by the farm. This feeling was simply too good.
Wei Min was a straightforward person, and her smile made him even more anxious: "Tell me quickly, tell me quickly."
Li Huilan picked up a piece of sausage and put it in her mouth, chewing while thinking, when I return to Jiangcheng, I will have one spicy, one five-spice, and one Cantonese flavor, and I must eat all these sausages to my heart's content.
Wei Min didn't get an answer, but he had no choice but to pick up a piece of sausage and put it in his mouth, chewing it hard. If you don’t want to tell me, then forget it. I’ll be watching you every day, so I’ll find out eventually.
Everyone was eating happily and chatting, but Qiao Yadong had no appetite. He glanced at Tao Nanfeng secretly from time to time, feeling uneasy.
Looking at her innocent appearance without any ulterior motives, her pair of bright eyes as clear as a stream, it seemed as if nothing had happened, and her previous guess was just a fantasy.
Maybe Tao Nanfeng just went home and had a good rest, so she became more beautiful?
Perhaps, Tao Nanfeng was unwilling to answer his question directly because he disliked his aggressive attitude?
Or maybe, Tao Nanfeng and Xiang Bei are just ordinary friends and nothing else?
The more he thought about it, the more possible it seemed. Qiao Yadong's depressed heart gradually relaxed a little. He ate a bowl of rice seriously, then stood under the eaves, quietly waiting for Tao Nanfeng to come out.
There were bursts of laughter and joy in the main hall, but Qiao Yadong's heart was in turmoil.
He has been asking Tao Nanfeng to give him a definite answer: whether they are in a relationship or not. But what can you do after getting the answer?
If she hadn't had a relationship... Qiao Yadong's heart began to beat faster. This time he would definitely not wait any longer. He must bravely confess his feelings, even if he had to give up college and stay on the farm for her.
What if she really talked about it? Qiao Yadong's breathing suddenly stopped and he looked around in confusion, not knowing where he was.
The two met during the most difficult times. They built a clay stove together, built a new house together, and fought against Luo Xuan and Jiao Liang together. It was so difficult at that time.
I once followed her to chop down trees and was mesmerized by her powerful and rhythmic movements. Maybe I had fallen in love with her at that time?
Later, she bravely stepped forward to lead everyone to build a brick and tile house. During the construction process, she shone brightly, which was heart-warming and admirable.
He truly realized his feelings when he learned that her mother had died early and that she was forced to go to the countryside as an educated youth because of the conspiracy of her stepmother and stepsister. When he saw her weak and pitiful appearance as she was waiting for a letter from her father, his heart was instantly moved.
She has extraordinary abilities, amazing powers, and an extremely strong appearance, but she has a pitiful life story and a kind and soft heart - how can such a girl not be loved?
Qiao Yadong didn't want to give up, he wanted to try again.
Hearing brisk footsteps behind him, Qiao Yadong's heartbeat suddenly quickened. He turned around and looked at Tao Nanfeng who was slowly walking towards him. His throat was extremely dry and he couldn't utter a word.
Tao Nanfeng, on the other hand, said with a smile, "Captain Qiao, will you take a walk with me?"
Qiao Yadong nodded passively, followed her half a step behind, and slowly walked up the hillside along the dirt road.
In the evening, there was a chilly wind blowing through the mountains, and the bushes beside the road rustled, but Qiao Yadong could feel nothing. His eyes were fixed on Tao Nanfeng's profile, moving with the trembling of her eyelashes.
There were very few people walking outside, and only two people's footsteps could be heard on the country dirt road.
Tao Nanfeng didn't say anything, and Qiao Yadong also remained silent and didn't dare to speak. He suddenly felt that it would be nice to say nothing and just walk with her until the end of time.
Tao Nanfeng walked all the way to a valley, where he felt the cold wind gradually dying down, and then he stopped.
Qiao Yadong's heart was floating as he stared blankly at Tao Nanfeng who slowly turned his head. Her eyes were sparkling and her red lips were slightly parted, but the words she said were like a knife cutting his heart.
"Qiao Yadong, you asked me today if I was in love. Originally, this was my private matter, and I had no obligation to tell you, but because you said you loved me, I asked you out to talk about this matter."
Tao Nanfeng paused, with infinite tenderness in his eyes, "Yes, I am in love, Xiangbei is my partner."
Qiao Yadong took two steps back in shock, his face turned pale, and he murmured, "You, you don't have to tell me, I didn't hear it."
It was so cruel. He had been suppressing his emotions, accompanying her and caring for her, wanting to wait until he could take responsibility for the future before confessing to her. Unexpectedly, someone else got there first and snatched Tao Nanfeng away.
It was obvious that Tao Nanfeng was still single before the Chinese New Year. He had countless opportunities to confess his feelings and took the initiative. Why didn't he have the courage to say it?
I remember that on that snowy day, Tao Nanfeng was dancing in the snow wearing a brand new navy blue long cotton-padded jacket, and Chen Zhilu was watching her in a trance from outside the window. Chen Zhilu asked him: Do you like Tao Nanfeng? How did he answer at that time?
——"Liking and admiring is one thing, but being in love and spending a lifetime together is another. I have never been in love, so I can't figure out what's in my heart."
If he had confessed his feelings directly at that time, perhaps Tao Nanfeng would have considered working with him, right?
There is no medicine for regret in the world. Qiao Yadong felt extremely regretful and hurt. He staggered back, unwilling to listen to Tao Nanfeng's words anymore.
"How could it be like this? How could it be like this? There are 20 educated youths from Jiangcheng, 16 boys, you can like any of them? Why did you fall in love with Xiangbei?"
Tao Nanfeng looked at Qiao Yadong in confusion: "Why can't we be with Xiangbei?"
Qiao Yadong murmured, "He is so much older than you, and he only has a junior high school education. He doesn't understand romance, poetry, or songs. He is quiet and serious, and he is not suitable for you at all. Do you want to stay on the farm forever? Don't you want to go back to Jiangcheng to be with your family?"
Tao Nanfeng didn't want to argue with him, so he interrupted him and responded politely: "Qiao Yadong, I have already given you an honest answer to the question you asked me. This is my respect for you.
We are all educated youth from Jiangcheng. We came to the farm in September 1973. It has been two and a half years now. We have worked hard together and have a deep friendship.
I remember the first winter we arrived, we were discussing "How the Steel Was Tempered" and you once said that the beauty of life lies in self-improvement. I would like to give this sentence to you now.
There is not only love in life, but also friendship, family, career, and ideals. Although I cannot accept your love, there will definitely be a girl who will fall in love and marry you in the future.
So, please sort out your emotions in the future and don't easily ruin our friendship. ”
It's rare for Tao Nanfeng to say so many words in one breath. Her voice was soft and mellow, like the sound of cello strings, but to Qiao Yadong's ears it was like the coldest wind in winter, freezing his hot heart into a lump of ice.
"How the Steel Was Tempered"? The book mentioned in Tao Nanfeng's words made Qiao Yadong suddenly come alive.
When the educated youth discussed it back then, they said that Paul's love life had many twists and turns, from Tonya, Lydia to Daya, before he finally found the happiness that truly belonged to him. This shows that the people we meet at first may not necessarily end up becoming revolutionary couples.
Falling in love with Xiangbei, this is Tao Nanfeng’s first love, right? A person’s life is so long, who can say for sure that Xiangbei will accompany her to the end!
Qiao Yadong took two steps forward and got closer to Tao Nanfeng, close enough that he could see her beautiful big eyes and her crow-feather-like eyelashes casting a green shadow on her eyelids.
"Xiangbei is not suitable for you. I don't mean to say bad things about Xiangbei. I know he is a very good director and he deserves our support and trust, but he will not be a good husband. Your age, education background, and family background are too different..."
Tao Nanfeng didn't expect that even though she had explained it so clearly, Qiao Yadong still kept pestering her. She frowned and her voice became stern.
"Qiao Yadong, please watch your words! Who gave you the confidence to dare to point fingers in front of me?
You have your life and I have mine. Respecting and blessing each other is the best way for friends to be. If you keep saying things like this, we won't even be able to be friends anymore. ”
Seeing that she was getting angry, Qiao Yadong couldn't help but feel flustered and waved his hands repeatedly.
"Good, good, respect and blessing."
He smiled bitterly and said, "I hope you will always be happy and strong." After that, Qiao Yadong closed his eyes, raised his hand to press his chest which was in so much pain that he couldn't breathe, turned around and left without further entanglement.
There may be countless beautiful and lovely girls in this world, but there is only one Tao Nanfeng.
The future is still long, and Qiao Yadong decided to continue waiting.
Qiao Yadong's back looked lonely and sad, and Tao Nanfeng sighed softly.
"Tao Nanfeng." There was a dense pine forest on the hillside, and we walked out from there to the north.
Early this morning, Xiang Bei made an appointment with Tao Nanfeng to meet at Dongshan Cliff at 8 o'clock. He had been waiting here, but he did not expect to see Tao Nanfeng reject Qiao Yadong.
His girlfriend's trust, honesty and protection make Xiangbei feel warm inside.
He stretched out his arm and put it on her shoulders, using his broad chest to block all the cold wind, and wrapped a light gray scarf around her head.
Xiangbei's voice was sincere and firm: "Tao Nanfeng, believe me."
I can give you happiness, and I will definitely make you happy. Because I truly understand you, I will unconditionally support your dreams and work hard to build a sky for you.
Tao Nanfeng felt her cold hands and feet finally warm up. She leaned into his shoulder and sighed again.
Qiao Yadong swore that Xiangbei was not suitable for him, as if he was the only one worthy of him. It was really speechless.
Xiangbei hugged her tightly, put his lips on her cheek, as if to inject all his strength into her body: "I love you."
You can be strong forever, and we will be happy forever.
The rich scent of pine wood surrounded Tao Nanfeng. At this moment, all the coldness and sadness left her, and what was left was only peace of mind, warmth and relaxation.
Tao Nanfeng closed his eyes, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and responded to Xiangbei's confession: "I love you."
Warm lips covered yours, gentle yet passionate.
His breathing was audible, his heartbeat suddenly accelerated, and he felt dizzy and almost fell down.
Xiangbei's right hand gradually moved down to support her waist, and his left hand moved to the back of her neck, making the kiss deeper and more passionate.
They are closely connected and infinitely affectionate.
The wind blew through the pine forest, and the sound of pine waves could be heard faintly in my ears.
My heartbeat was getting faster and faster, so fast that it was frightening.
Xiangbei seemed to want to rub her into his bones, turn her into water and put her into his body. His breathing gradually became heavy, and a strong fragrance assaulted his nose.
At this moment, the whole world seemed to be left with only these two people leaning on each other.
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