Age of Legends

Chapter 165 Blessings Come Late But Late
Qin Tangxi actually felt a little regretful after she said it. She had subconsciously reacted a little too loudly, and since it was a KTV environment, she had to speak loudly. But who knew that when she said this, the whole environment suddenly went silent, which made the words spread instead.

Qin Zhu, Yu Zexi and other classmates from the same school looked at Zhang Chen. They got some important information today. One was that Zhang Chen was exposed and was secretly trying to capture Shen Nuoyi. Another piece of information was that Shen Nuoyi, who they had always thought was their goddess, actually had someone she liked.

Wang Shuowei showed a thoughtful and suddenly enlightened look. He was not too surprised. That was Shen Nuoyi. Not to mention Zhang Chen, Wang Shuowei had liked her before. Among the boys in the yard, only one out of ten dared to say that he had never secretly liked Shen Nuoyi. Moreover, that one might be stubborn and refused to admit it.

It's normal. Shen Nuoyi is good-looking, has a good personality, and is nice to people. It's hard for boys who often get along with her not to be attracted to her. Just like when watching Doraemon, most people will like Shizuka.

In fact, sometimes I don’t like a specific character in an anime or comic, but actually like the girl who reflects my childhood and adolescence.

For Wang Shuowei, he actually thinks it is normal for Zhang Chen to like Shen Nuoyi, and it is abnormal if he doesn't like her. This is nothing, and of course, even though Zhang Chen has shown progress like a budding mind so far, Wang Shuowei, who grew up with him, still doesn't think Zhang Chen is worthy of Shen Nuoyi.

What level are you? You are on the same level as me. At most, you are a little bit cocky, and you want to chase Shen Nuoyi. What are you dreaming about!
Brothers who grew up together, Wang Shuowei is still at the stage where even if you are able to see through the sky, you are still the same guy who wore open-crotch pants as me, so why are you so arrogant. As for Lu Xun meeting the adult Runtu again, it is too far away and I have never thought about it.

Zheng Xue's thoughts were the same as Wang Shuowei's. Actually, it was not too surprising. She liked Shen Nuoyi. It was just a drizzle. You, Zhang Chen, still had this idea... No wonder. When I first met Shen Nuoyi, I came back and told you guys how amazing Shen Nuoyi was in my eyes. You guys didn't believe it. Haha, now I'm slapping you in the face with my strength! Men are hypocritical! You are usually sanctimonious, but you are caught!
What surprised them even more was the secret about Shen Nuoyi that Qin Tangxi had told them. She actually had someone she liked all along? Was this true or false?
Zheng Xue was very confused and asked, how come I don’t know?
Who is that Pei Yan?!

Wang Shuowei showed a rare serious look. Apparently, he seemed to know a little about Pei Yan. He had heard about a very powerful character in the Foreign Languages School before. From the few words he heard, it seemed that his name was Pei Yan.

Seeing the looks and private discussions around him, Zhang Chen felt that this was actually the reason why he didn't want to make a big fuss. He really couldn't bear to hear all these chattering and a group of people just watching and eating spectators.

It was obvious that everyone was observing Zhang Chen's reaction at this time.

Qin Tangxi said it all, but in the end, it is how the parties involved react that will tell the story.

Zhang Chen was stunned for a moment after hearing what Qin Tangxi said, then he said "Oh" and said, "So... that's how it is."

Qin Tangxi was a little unsure at this time, and for the first time he doubted whether he was wrong. After all, this also exposed his cousin's privacy.

But isn't her purpose to strike back at Zhang Chen? Don't let him be so complacent. Understand the gap between himself and Pei Yan!

Now seeing Zhang Chen like this, Qin Tangxi feels that he is not wrong. He has to make you face the reality as soon as possible. This is for your own good!
But in the eyes of others, Zhang Chen's words were tantamount to admitting the fact that he liked Shen Nuoyi. All of a sudden, the dust settled. Some people woke up as if from a dream, some people suddenly became enlightened, and some people exclaimed "Oh oh..." as if they had discovered a secret.

It can be known that after today, these secrets about Zhang Chen will spread quickly.

But just by downplaying it so lightly, Qin Tangxi found that his purpose of attacking Zhang Chen seemed to have failed. This guy did not lose his composure in public or feel uneasy at all. Instead, he felt that he was a villain in vain.

Moreover, Qin Tangxi was secretly worried about the consequences of his elder sister finding out about this.

After that, no one talked about this matter. It was not good to keep prying into this matter. On the other hand, if Zhang Chen liked anyone else, it would probably be enough for everyone to talk about it. Maybe some busybodies would even ask Zhang Chen if he wanted us to help him!
But if the target is Shen Nuoyi, then it's all over. Some things are possible, just like Zhang Chen now. No matter who he pursues in Yude, no one dares to say it is impossible. People may even be enthusiastic about giving advice, helping to match them up, or creating opportunities.

But the one over there... is Shen Nuoyi...

Then it really is, Zhang Chen, you're on your own. I wonder if Shen Nuoyi would just laugh if he knew about it. Even if this matter is over, no one will mention it again.

The girls, on the other hand, were more inclined to inquire about Pei Yan's situation.

This birthday party for two lasted until after ten o'clock before everyone announced that they would disperse. This place is also within the Third Ring Road, and although there are no buses, because it is a popular farm stay and a commercial climate has been formed around it, there are still taxis and private cars to pick up people.

Because she felt embarrassed, Qin Tangxi notified her family's driver to come over long ago. She was the first one to jump into the car, as if to escape from here.

As for the others, Zhang Chen and Wang Shuowei had to send them to the taxi. Wang Bowen was on his way. Zhuang Yanyue was also standing at the door with Zhang Chen while waiting for her father Zhuang Xuefeng to drive over.

On the contrary, she was in a good mood. Under the night light, her charming face smiled at Zhang Chen, "Is it embarrassing today?"

Zhang Chen glanced at her and said, "Hmm?"

Zhuang Yanyue said, "People know that the person you really like...but the other person has someone else in his heart."

She didn't seem to be unhappy at all because Zhang Chen liked Shen Nuoyi, and even showed a little sadness.

Zhang Chen thought to himself, right? He was not wrong about Zhuang Yanyue. She was just a gamer. Even if she said she liked him, she didn’t really like him. She just felt that she couldn’t conquer him. She didn’t believe in evil and treated it as a strategy game, which was no different from the computer games they usually played.

Zhang Chen said, "Are you gloating over other people's misfortunes?"

"Not really..." Zhuang Yanyue walked forward. She saw the headlights of her father's SUV coming towards her. She stepped forward, but when the car stopped on the side of the road, she opened the door and was about to get in. She turned her head and said to Zhang Chen, "I just feel that I understand you better...so I'm very happy."

Zhuang Yanyue's father nodded to Zhang Chen through the window in the main driver's seat, and Zhuang Yanyue drove away with the passenger seat seat secured and seat belt fastened.

Zhang Chen was left standing there, hearing Zhuang Yanyue's last clear and bright words in his ears, and he shook his head helplessly.

Wang Bowen came in his Alto and picked up the two of them. The two of them were carrying bags full of gifts. Wang Bowen teased them, saying, "You two grown men are carrying the same bags as two girls."

Wang Bowen sent Zhang Chen home first, and then returned to the TV station community with Wang Shuowei.

Zhang Chen went home with his bag, told his parents what happened today, talked casually, then went to take a shower and go to bed.

Before going to bed, he opened the package and looked at Shen Nuoyi's pen and Zhuang Yanyue's water cup.

He put them all back in the glass display case of his bookcase.

He looked down at his phone again.

There are messages from him on it.

"Today I, Zhang Chen, officially turn eighteen. Where is Shen Nuoyi?"

"Hmm? Still not awake?"

"Where have you been? Reply to the letter!" "It's the middle of the day, you shouldn't sleep that late, right?"

"Wang Shuowei and I have booked a dinner party and invited many people. We may stay out a little later, but we won't drink and ruin things."

"Where did you go? You didn't bring your phone."

"How careless."

"We are going to have dinner and cut the cake."

"Hey, have you missed me all day?" This was the last message Zhang Chen sent before dinner.

Until now, when he washed up and lay in bed, he had not received any news from Shen Nuoyi.

……

Shen Nuoyi used a Xiaolingtong in Rongcheng, and when she went out for travel, she took a new mobile phone that her family bought for her. She used the phone all day last night, and turned it off to charge it at night. She forgot to bring her phone when she went out shopping today. After all, she didn't have the habit of bringing her phone with her usually.

In the afternoon, I strolled around the cultural and entertainment street and immersed myself in the shocking news revealed by Han Zhouxuan. Then I had dinner with Han Zhouxuan's friends in Beijing. In the evening, I went to a slow-rock bar to listen to Han Zhouxuan express his emotional journey. During this time, I completely forgot to borrow Han Zhouxuan's cell phone to call Zhang Chen and Wang Shuowei to greet them at their birthday parties. It was not until I returned to the hotel at around eleven o'clock that I remembered that the day was about to pass.

I picked up the phone next to the pillow and turned on the phone. Text messages kept coming in.

Looking at the text messages one after another.

The last one was frozen at 6:30 pm...

Then no more text messages came in.

Shen Nuoyi held the phone tightly and looked at the last text message.

I don’t know Zhang Chen’s current situation. Is he at home or already asleep?

It was not appropriate to call directly, so after thinking about it, she tentatively sent a text message: "My phone was turned off and charged yesterday, and I forgot to bring it with me when I went out early this morning."

"Are you home? I'll call you."

After waiting for a while, Shen Nuoyi did not see the reply.

On the other side, Han Zhouxuan, who had just come out of the shower, stared at Shen Nuoyi, "Who are you texting to? It keeps buzzing!"

She lay down on the bed again and looked up, "The one who's having a birthday?"

She did not respond to Han Zhouxuan, but she was confused. In fact, she had been confused all day, and now she felt even more overwhelmed.

Finally, the phone screen lit up with a vibration.

"I just laid down in bed."

It can be seen that Zhang Chen's text message was somewhat angry.

Shen Nuo pressed the number and called.

After one ring, Shen Nuo took a deep breath. After two rings, she frowned slightly. After the third ring, she finally answered the call.

"Zhang Chen...I didn't bring my phone with me today."

"You are with a friend, right? You can borrow a phone, or a pay phone. Don't you remember my number?"

Shen Nuo was slightly startled, and explained: "Something happened today... My mind was a little confused. I forgot for a moment."

"What happened that you didn't respond to for a whole day? Even if there is any safety problem, who should I turn to? Should I call the police directly?"

Shen Nuoyi did not respond. His parents knew Han Zhouxuan's phone number, and they would definitely be able to contact Han Zhouxuan for such a safety issue. But Zhang Chen did not know that, so his worry was justified.

But this matter involved Han Zhouxuan and Pei Yan, both of whom were her closest friends, so she couldn't tell Zhang Chen about it. Besides, Han Zhouxuan was right beside her, so she could only say, "It's just a matter between friends. I'm sorry, Zhang Chen, I missed your birthday."

"In fact, it doesn't matter to me whether I celebrate my birthday or not. When you reach an age, you may feel that many things are not that important. The only reason you still feel it is necessary to do some things is because they may be valuable to others. It's like adults will set up a fairy-tale environment for children's birthdays, hoping that they will remember this beauty at a beautiful age. If no one cares about me at the age of 18... I don't want to celebrate it."

"..."

"I'm glad you're safe. There's no need to say sorry. This is my birthday after all, and you didn't break your crystal ornaments like I did. What's there to say sorry for? It's late, go to bed early."

Shen Nuo stood there in a daze for a long time while listening to these words on the phone. She didn't know whether the other party heard this belated blessing or not because the tone on the other end of the line had changed to busy.

But she finally sent this sentence via text message.

Not long after, Zhang Chen's text message came.

"Good night."

This was the only night when the two said a somewhat stiff goodnight to each other.

(End of this chapter)