Chapter 162 Cut Off His Hopes
Song Lubai knew without turning around that the people at the table diagonally behind her were also from the Business Department.
She knew almost everyone who came from Henan Province in the same batch as her, and she knew who everyone was talking to.
Lately, she's been hearing a lot of rumors every day. Everyone in the girls' dormitory is discussing them all the time, and each time she hears them, her sense of urgency intensifies.
Everyone is secretly working hard for their future, whether it's pulling strings behind the scenes or openly showing off like she does, all in an effort to stay in the city.
If half of the people are assigned to the regiment, that's a really high percentage.
At this moment, she was glad that she had taken on the cultural and educational work in the 25th Company. She often interacted with the company commander and political instructor and had a pleasant working relationship with them. She felt that the evaluation written by the political instructor for her should not be bad.
The personnel department will definitely take into account the labor training and the learning performance over the past two months when assigning positions.
After a long wait, the waiter called our number, and the fragrant stewed chicken with potatoes was finally ready.
The aroma was so strong that even Song Lubai, who wasn't hungry at all, started drooling.
The men at the next table, who had been chatting animatedly, also turned their attention to the stewed chicken with potatoes that Wei Yang had brought back.
The aroma of this meat dish was so overpowering. When we looked at the plate, we saw the tempting, glistening chicken, the potato chunks that had been stewed until soft and tender, and the shiitake mushrooms that were scattered throughout. Everyone couldn't help but swallow hard.
The men wanted to see who was so willing to do such a thing, so they looked up and saw Wei Yang, who looked familiar.
The back view of Song Lubai sitting there was somewhat familiar to them.
"Comrade Wei, you've come to Shicheng?"
After putting down the plate, Wei Yang got up to continue serving the food, nodding in response, "I came here to learn."
Song Lubai had already sensed the scrutinizing gazes from the side and behind, so she simply turned around and met their faces.
"Want to come and eat with us?"
Several men waved their hands, saying, "You guys eat, there definitely won't be enough for you if we go over there."
After saying a few more words, Song Lubai turned around with a smile.
Unbeknownst to her, the people behind her were already arguing and bickering as soon as she turned her back.
In the past few months of collective life, Song Lubai has not only stood out in the company, but also performed well at school. They all felt that she didn't need to look for other ways. Just because Director Wang valued her, she might be able to stay in the headquarters.
But now, if she and Wei Yang were dating, she might ask to be assigned to the sixth division.
This is definitely a good thing for them; the fewer competitors they have, the better.
At this moment, Song Lubai had no idea that having a meal with Wei Yang almost caused trouble at her job.
Although she wasn't hungry, the restaurant's cooking was so good that she ate two bowls of rice with the broth from the stewed chicken and potatoes.
By the time they finished eating, it was lunchtime, and the restaurant was gradually filled with customers.
"Goodbye, Comrade Wei."
Wei Yang did not turn away, but followed her, saying, "I'll take you home."
Song Lubai wore a red scarf, but the words of refusal stuck in her throat.
She wanted to say that the road was very short and it would be convenient for her to go back by herself, and that if others saw them, they would misunderstand that the two of them were dating.
But saying such things gives the impression of using someone and then discarding them, making her seem like a terrible person.
Sigh, she's just too kind-hearted, that's why she's always so hesitant.
She hesitated and didn't speak, unaware that Wei Yang, a few steps away, had a slight smile on his lips.
When Song Lubai arrived at the entrance of the Commercial Office compound, she saw Li Guangming kicking pebbles out of boredom.
When Wei Yang saw Li Guangming's face clearly, his eyes narrowed slightly.
"Xiao Li, what brings you here?"
Wei Yang bypassed Song Lubai and went to Li Guangming.
When Li Guangming realized that the two of them had returned together, his smile became somewhat forced.
He came here today to try his luck, and then he learned the good news that the people who went to the Sixth Division Farm for labor training had returned, but unfortunately Song Lubai was out.
So she went out with him!
"How long have you been waiting here? Comrade Song and I have been eating at the restaurant for quite a while. It's cold, don't catch a cold."
Wei Yang's words, though seemingly concerned, were extremely jarring to Li Guangming.
Song Lubai sensed something was amiss, but she also felt that Wei Yang seemed like an upright person who wouldn't smack his lips. However, she didn't want to have any more contact with Li Guangming, so she stood there without saying a word.
At this moment, Li Guangming found the red scarf around Song Lubai's neck quite jarring.
He recalled the day he gave her the scarf.
He forced a smile and said, "If I had known you were going to a restaurant for a nice meal today, I would have come earlier, so we could have had a good meal."
Wei Yang laughed and said, "I'm currently studying in Shicheng. Come find me when you're done with your studies, and I'll treat you to a meal."
Li Guangming nodded, "Alright, then I won't stand on ceremony."
Song Lubai tightened her clothes and said, "Then you two can catch up outside. It's too cold. I'll go back first."
Li Guangming didn't stop them, and neither did Wei Yang; he was even a little pleased.
After the two walked a little away from the door, Wei Yang asked Li Guangming about his recent situation.
The two talked like old friends.
After a long pause, the defender Yang asked, "Have you ever thought about going back to your hometown?"
Li Guangming shook his head. "I've only been here for less than a year. If I go back now, people will laugh at me. I'm earning more now than before, and I don't want to go back. Besides, the procedures for going back are difficult to handle."
After seeing the two of them return together, Li Guangming's previous courage deflated.
Suddenly I felt exhausted, but I was still unwilling to give up.
After parting ways with Wei Yang, Li Guangming squatted at the corner for a long time before returning to the main gate.
Song Lubai was called out again and was somewhat surprised to see Li Guangming.
Li Guangming kept his head down and remained silent for a long time.
Song Lubai crossed her arms and urged, "Comrade Li, it's cold. Don't waste time outside. Just say what you have to say. Stop beating around the bush."
Li Guangming stammered, "Are you dating Wei Yang?"
Song Lubai lied to him without hesitation, "Yes."
Li Guangming's heart sank to the bottom.
But I'm still so unwilling to accept it.
After a long pause, he asked again, "If that incident hadn't happened, would you have considered me?"
To be fair, Li Guangming was quite a good catch. He came from a well-off family, was good-looking, and had a good job. Considering all aspects, if it weren't for that dream and what happened afterward, she would have had no reason to refuse him after they met.
But saying these things now is completely meaningless.
"I can't answer your question. What's done is done and can't be undone. The most important thing is that you're still alive."
To this day, she has not considered Li Guangming, not only because of what happened before, but also because of his grandmother, who is just as bad as her own grandmother.
After a long silence, Li Guangming nodded. "I understand."
As Song Lubai watched his retreating figure, she thought to herself that he shouldn't have come looking for her.
There should have been no further involvement between them when she accepted the gift from him.
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