Rebirth after the college entrance examination

Chapter 19 Wife, Let’s Go Home

Le Ning is right.

Xia An remembered that Chi Ao in his previous life did not really follow the word "forever".

Last time, Xia An didn't even come to attend the graduation banquet.

Chi Ao, who went to study at Renmin University, visited Tunghai University during the National Day holiday.

Le Ning dragged Xia An to treat him to a meal.

After that, I never came again.

Over the years, he heard that Chi Ao had three girlfriends in college, all of whom had Beijing household registration.

But the Golf that was driven to the capital was not eye-catching.

After graduation, Chi Ao married the daughter of a wealthy businessman in Dongshan.

Later, Chi's father's construction company was implicated in the collapse of the Tang Group.

Bankruptcy, decline of family fortune.

Chi Ao's marriage did not last long.

He only knew how to play musical instruments, so he set up a studio to teach students and also did part-time gigs to make a living.

At Le Ning's concert, the musicians who came to make up the numbers were paid 300 yuan per show, and Xia An asked the logistics staff to offer Chi Ao 500 yuan.

The latter completed the performance in the three northeastern provinces and gained quite a lot.

When paying the bill, Chi Ao shook hands with Xia An, but did not dare to look at Le Ning again.

Memories are like dust, the past is endless.

Life is like the ocean, nothing is different from this.

……

The students were speechless.

Le Ning's words were too explosive.

They looked at Xia An, who was calm and composed, and felt very angry.

For Le Ning and also for Chi Ao.

Shouldn't you express your opinion?

The man who ate abalone!
For a moment, they even hoped that Chi Ao would continue the attack.

But Chi Ao didn't.

He took a deep breath, smiled bitterly and stood up:
"Xia An, please give me some face. After all, today..."

Before he could finish, Xia An immediately picked up the glass and poured the wine while saying:

"Chi'ao, congratulations on getting into a good university. Cherish this opportunity well, you'll have a bright future."

The water flows down the side of the cup, but there is no foam and it is high.

Xia An handed it over: "Drink one?"

Chi Ao nodded.

No, are you guys so harmonious?
The students were a little unhappy.

This is not the plot in passionate youth TV dramas!

You shouldn't be pulling each other's hair, kicking each other in the crotch, and fighting while cursing at each other's ancestors.

And isn’t it right for Le Ning to cover her mouth and cry, “Stop hitting me, stop hitting me”?

The next second, Chi Ao found an empty cup on the table, unscrewed a bottle of Fenjiu, and filled it for himself.

The students secretly exclaimed: Wow! Here they come!

They expected conflict to come.

But Chi Ao said to Xia An, "I'm not trying to provoke you, but my feelings for Le Ning are too strong to resist."

Xia An's eyelids trembled, but she wasn't scared.

This is not a 200-ounce cup, it's a 400-ounce goblet!
In his previous life, he could drink a thousand cups without getting drunk, but he hasn’t developed the physique yet.

Chi Ao's bitter smile disappeared, as if the words just now had shattered all his obsessions.

Let go of your attachments and be free.

Most people uttered a "hmm".

No one noticed that Niu Fangfang in the corner looked at Chi Ao with bright eyes.

Chi Ao smiled politely and said, "My family can't afford Wuliangye or Moutai, but this Fenjiu is good. It's not from a hotel, so it's authentic. Try it."

Xia An smiled.

Return to the days of youth.

Looking at Chi Ao who understood in advance the truth that "If you don't have me in your heart, no matter how brave I am, it will be useless", he felt a lot of emotion.

Understanding more about the mysteries of relationships between men and women will always be more beneficial than harmful to the physical and mental health and career development of young people.

2006 was still the end of the era when highly educated people could change their destiny through hard work.

To confuse cause and effect is to be reborn.

Xia An, a middle-aged soul, wishes Chi Ao well with his youthful eyes.

Hope you...

Next time you cry, it won’t be because of a woman.

He understood that Chi Ao's cruelty stemmed from his youthful love for Mu Ai, and no matter how stupid he was, he was still adorable.

"Okay, today is your day, I'll accompany you."

If you don't act on your youthful ambition now, you won't have the chance in a few years.

Xia An did not rashly drink the beer to show off, but took Le Ning's empty cup.

Just as he was about to pour the white wine, he was grabbed by a fresh and tender little hand.

Le Ning spoke up, persuading Xia An and Chi Ao.

"How can you drink like this?"

The core of the incident spoke, and Xia An looked at Chi Ao.

Chi Ao still insisted.

Xia An gently patted the back of Le Ning's hand and asked, "How about you drink it for me?"

——Pooh! You are shameless!
This is the voice of the students.

Le Ning just glared at him silently without taking her hand away.

Xia An said, "He said beer is not good enough for you, and I think he's right."

Le Ning withdrew his hand.

With a ding, two tall boys began to pour themselves into the toilet.

Xia An almost vomited.

Chinese people love wine, but for thousands of years of history, rice wine has been the mainstream.

why?
It’s very simple, white wine just doesn’t taste good.

Xia An felt drowsy as soon as he sat down.

Le Ning stuffed food onto his plate.

His voice was cold but full of concern: "My dad always uses some food to tone down his drinking."

Xia An supported himself on his knees with his hands, his throat and stomach burning.

His eyes gradually became blurred.

Chi Ao didn't know whether his drinking capacity suddenly developed or he was born with the ability to drink.

He actually filled another glass of white wine and said to everyone:
"Come, give us a toast! Cheers to youth!"

High-spirited!

Everyone stood up and poured wine.

Fill it up and drink it all.

What Le Ning held up was the cartoon thermos that he silently took out from his canvas backpack.

Xia An smelled the fragrance of dates and teased with drunken eyes:
"What? Are you having your period?"

"coming."

Le Ning nodded lightly.

Xia An finished his full glass of beer and said with a smile, "So you still shower and wash your hair in the morning?"

Le Ning served herself a bowl of hot soup and also served Xia An some.

Amidst the noisy shouting, she said to Xia An:
"I have to go to Shanghai for training and then exams in a few days, so I won't be able to see you during the holidays.

“I don’t want to see you dirty today.

"I bought that skirt especially for you to wear."

On the side, the classmates who felt sympathy for Chi Ao finished their conspiracy and came to encircle Xia An.

Regardless of anything else, your old classmates have graduated, so you can’t refuse to drink with them, right?
"I saw it. It's so beautiful."

Xia An answered Le Ning in a low voice, then drank the whole glass.

Afterwards, no matter how Le Ning tried to stop him, he just smiled and accepted everyone who came.

Le Ning was so angry that he didn't care anymore.

Xia An didn't know when he got drunk.

He sat there like a doll, his eyes unfocused but his expression smiling.

Typical drunk look.

In the hall, the unfamiliar adults had already left.

Those who are familiar with each other, those who need to use this opportunity to smooth over relationships, or family members, all gather together to chat and laugh.

No one cares about the group of children at the back.

The speakers with average sound quality were playing the most popular songs of the day.

After singing "A Thousand Years Later", "Don't Want to Grow Up" began to play.

——I don’t want to, I ... grow up
——There are no fairy tales in the world when you grow up
When I grow up I will lose him
——The one I love deeply loves me deeply

——He no longer looks like him
Xia An muttered that this was a good song, shaking his head and humming the tune that flew to the sky.

Le Ning handed him some warm water and he drank it.

Drink half and let the other half flow down your lips.

Le Ning handed him a tissue and he used it to wipe himself.

Niu Fangfang, who had drunk four or five bottles, smiled and said to Le Ning, "I've never seen such a well-behaved Xia An."

Le Ning didn't say anything.

Niu Fangfang asked her, "What happened to him?"

Le Ning said: “I don’t know.”

Another classmate came over to find Xia An, put his arms around his neck and laughed, "Good boy! Are you finally done for?
"You beat me up in our freshman year of high school? Remember?
"Come on, let's drink this cup and put an end to our feud! Hahaha!"

Xia An laughed and said okay, he couldn't even lift his arms, and he was staggering around looking for a cup.

Le Ning whispered, "Don't drink anymore."

The boy mumbled in a daze, "Why not drink? It's a man's business, women shouldn't interfere."

Le Ning looked at him and said loudly, "Don't force him to drink. I'll drink it."

--it is good!

Everyone is looking forward to it.

Xia An stood up suddenly and staggered to stop her.

"Don't make trouble. It's such a nice day. I should drink."

"What does someone else's graduation banquet have to do with you?"

Le Ning asked.

But Xia An couldn't hear clearly.

In his eyes, how could this be a graduation banquet?
Which is the midsummer of 06?

It was clearly the summer solstice of 19 years.

It was clearly his and Le Ning's engagement party.

……

……

On that day in 2019, cicadas chirped in midsummer.

Knowing that the old couple liked to eat fish with shells, Xia An asked the restaurant to prepare a table of fresh seafood in advance.

And some nuts.

The wine, whether red or white, is worthy of being collected as an old vintage.

Le Ning's father glanced at the luxurious business suite and asked Xia An why he hadn't bought a house yet?
He said he rarely stayed in one place for a long time, so it was more convenient to stay in a hotel.

He remembered that at that time, a hint of kindness and heartache unique to elders flashed in Le Ning's parents' eyes.

It seems to be saying that this is what children without parents are like.

If you can't take care of yourself, and seem to be free and easy-going, you are actually like a bird without feet, unable to land.

Le Ning's father lowered his eyes and said, "Once you get married, you will have a family."

Le Ning's mother peeled a big shrimp and didn't give it to her daughter next to her. Instead, she stood up and handed it to Xia An opposite her.

"Ningning told me she always stayed at the hotel you own when she performed around. I saw it today and it's really clean and classy."

Le Ning’s father said, “You manage such a big business by yourself, and Ning Ning is constantly flying back and forth for performances.

Let's put it this way, you're all tired enough, let us prepare the wedding room."

"I didn't think it through," Xia An said, "Let Le Ning choose. As long as she likes it, that's fine."

Le Ning's mother said, "Xiao Xia, let's not talk about the betrothal gift.

You and Ningning were classmates in high school, and your uncle and aunt are also familiar with your family situation.

Don't worry, we'll take care of the wedding. We know you have many business friends, so we'll make sure you're not left out."

Xia An's response at the time was, "I promised Le Ning an unforgettable wedding, so it's my turn to come."

Le Ning's parents were very satisfied.

There is nothing more to say.

As a son-in-law, he is good-looking and rich.

Although he lost his family in an accident, his personality has become a little cold.

But he has known his daughter since childhood and knows her very well. His character is guaranteed and there is really nothing wrong with him.

Le Ning's father raised his glass and said, "Bless you all."

Throughout the whole process, Le Ning kept smiling and did not interrupt.

She turned her head to look at the easel on the balcony.

The warm sun falls on the drawing paper, forming dazzling spots of light.

The mother came here from the bathroom to get some fresh air. After taking a look, she smiled and said, "I just remembered that Xiaoxia studied painting. She hasn't given up after all these years. Look at how beautiful this pear painting is."

After hearing this, Le Ning said, "You're right not to let it go, but this isn't a pear, it's a grapefruit."

At that time, Xia An saw all of this.

After dinner, he saw Le Ning and his family off under the Chinese tallow tree at the entrance of the hotel.

……

There is a Chinese tallow tree at the entrance of each of his 91 "youzi hotels" across the country.

In autumn, the Chinese tallow trees become colorful, like exploding fireworks, attracting many young people to check in.

Xia An remembered that at that time that year, he and Le Ning got married.

As one of the small capitals behind the entertainment industry, many popular stars attended his wedding with musician Le Ning.

It made headlines of all sizes and was known throughout the country. It was truly a grand event.

On the third day after returning from their honeymoon, Le Ning took him to see a movie.

After that, I bought some ingredients and cooked a meal for him myself.

After dinner, the last autumn rain of 2019 fell from the sky.

Le Ning nestled in his arms and looked at the gloomy sea outside the villa.

She raised her head and told him with a smile:

“When I was little, I always wondered when I could marry you.

Waiting and waiting, feeling both excited and sad.

The journey of love is full of ups and downs. Actually, I am not a very strong person.

Sometimes I can't sleep all night because of you, and have some strange thoughts, trying to figure out your love, but then deny it in an instant.

Later I began to think, if we are not destined to be together, then I will definitely dress myself up beautifully on the day I decide to leave you.

I also need to spray some perfume and make a final appointment with you for the whole day.

In the morning, I want to go shopping with you and then watch a movie.

I'll go home in the afternoon and make you your favorite food.

When it gets dark, it's time to disperse.

I want to say goodbye to you with a smile and words of blessing.

That’s the only way to put an end to it. Otherwise, it’s as disgusting as not flushing the toilet after using it.”

She looked at the clear sky and said, "Xia An, let's get a divorce."

If it were another man, he would probably be furious as if he had heard something outrageous.

But Xia An remembered that at that time he just followed her gaze and looked into the distance.

He nodded calmly and said, "Okay."

"Xia An, I wish you all the best.

I wish you will never forget her.

You still don't understand at your age that most people will always spend their lives sleeping with people they don't like.

I might still be myself.

Maybe you'll end up living with someone you don't like.

And you are destined to be alone forever."

Xia An said, "Okay."

Le Ning reached out her hand in his arms and stroked his face.

"Xia An, if I didn't love you, I wouldn't divorce you.

"Is it true that only by becoming a regret can people remember it forever?"

……

When they divorced, Xia An gave half of her fixed assets and all her cash to Le Ning.

The two hugged each other goodbye at the door of the law firm.

After stepping over a puddle of fallen leaves on the sidewalk, she never reappeared.

……

That winter was exceptionally long.

Almost all industries were destroyed in that three-year severe winter.

At the beginning of 2024, all the hotels, cinemas and shopping malls under the name were sold and the investment company went bankrupt.

In the bustling banquet hall, Xia An felt as if she were back in that shabby little hotel.

His old friend Lu Fei found him and handed him the bank card that Le Ning asked him to pass on.

“Le Ning went abroad to settle down alone.

“Before leaving, she helped you find Zuo You.

"Xia An, as a brother, I hope you can get better, but from what Le Ning said, Zuo You is obviously avoiding you, so why are you..."

After paying off his debts, Xia An bought a second-hand car.

then.

Carrying thousands of hand-painted grapefruits, we traveled 4,800 kilometers to Daliang Mountain.

……

Zhuangzi dreamed of a butterfly, and the butterfly dreamed of Zhuangzi.

The drunk Xia An repeatedly traveled between two time and space.

By the time the dump truck showed up, he had already finished five more glasses of wine.

He couldn't stand anymore.

I can't open my eyes.

But following Le Ning's unique scent, he instinctively held that hand.

"Wife, I'm drunk, let's go home."

The scene fell silent.

Bibi Zhou is singing:
——I see the sky is very blue
——Just like the warmth of you being by my side

——Life has too many regrets
——The more you grow up, the lonelier you feel
...

——Love is always the long string in your hand
This was the first time in two lifetimes that Xia An heard Le Ning cry.

　I wrote too fast and got carried away. This chapter has more than 4,000 words.

　　
　　
　
(End of this chapter)