Tao Ju almost wanted to hit the steering wheel with his forehead, but he couldn't. However, it was also difficult to maintain a relatively relaxed and natural expression.
Just when he was full of frustration and confusion, he heard Wang Peilie in the back row sniffing:
"Is the smell of gunpowder and blood so strong?"
"Well?"
Tao Ju was stunned for a second before he thought: Yes, he was not only on the "Gangyu" last night, but also experienced a fierce gun battle in the Orange Palace, there was a gas explosion, and he was shot. For someone like him
For deep reformers, as long as those light weapons do not hit the vital point, they are only considered flesh wounds. Later, when I arrived at Zuo Tai's place, although they had been bandaged, they were not in the mood or condition to take a bath and change clothes. The smell of gunpowder and blood naturally remained.
Come down and get it on the car.
Wang Peilie is a professional. He was far away before, so when he got to the car, he definitely couldn't hide it.
Tang Li clicked his tongue and said, "You guys did something big and didn't wash the car? You invited us up here to frame us, right?"
"How can it be!"
When Tao Ju was about to tell, a cold feeling ran down his back, but it was Tang Li who reached out and poked the holes in his tattered military uniform: "Just kidding, but it seems there was a new show last night."
The strength of Tang Li's finger was quite strong, and it hit Tao Ju's wound. The pain made him grin, and then it turned into a bitter smile: "Something happened."
Communicating with Tang Li about what happened last night, and gaining "sympathy" and "help", well, actually the interest in getting involved, was Tao Ju's main purpose. But Tang Li said he was leaving, so how could he talk about it again?
Isn’t it just to make people laugh?
Coupled with the factor of Pava, it becomes even more subtle.
Tao Ju was confused for a moment, but it didn't last long. In Tang Li's mind, he was probably nothing more than a joke, so why bother trying to save face?
So, Tao Ju took a breath and said the key points first according to the words he had planned on the way here: "Actually, I just came out of Mrs. Zuo's house..."
Tang Li smiled: "I finally won the love of my aunt, congratulations."
"Well, I don't dare to hope for love or anything like that, but it did save my life."
If he could get started, the rest would be easy. On the way to the teahouse, and during the morning tea, Tao Ju basically didn't stop talking.
Here in the teahouse, because Wang Peilie is a big eater, he doesn’t care about one cup or two. The table is full of snacks, almost reaching the roof. Tang Li seems to have a good appetite, and Lang Jin doesn’t eat less either.
Tao Ju took a few hasty tastes and spent the rest of the time slobbering, but he refilled the tea for more than ten rounds.
Before the real exchange, Tao Ju was in every possible way, wondering whether he should tell Tang Li about Pava, and how to do it cleverly so as not to offend both parties, or whether Tang Li would report him back and send him to prison.
Enter the prison of the High Energy Center and make new achievements before leaving.
But when he really opened his mouth, all the entanglements, worries, and skills disappeared.
Under Tang Li's interested gaze, it was not easy for him to sort out the general context and explain clearly the situation he faced at that time, not to mention the worries and conjectures in his heart...
Wait, why is he talking about this?
Tao Ju only just figured it out when the sun was past noon and the meal was coming to an end.
He seemed to have said a lot of very personal things, involving his life experience and current situation, his desire for Tai Zuo's protection, his fear and worry about the current crisis... But when he recalled the specific details, he couldn't quite remember them.
Did he say it? Or was the long-thought-about content confused with the actual statement?
Tao Ju is really not sure, these things don't seem to be important anymore.
There was only one detail that he remembered very clearly: Wang Peilie was surprised when he first talked about "Pava", but Kelang Jin's first reaction was to look at Tang Li with a subtle meaning in his eyes.
That's not his illusion, right?
No matter what, the most critical one, the crazy critic, seriously lacks the surprise or anger he deserves... he even lacks cover.
Tao Ju wanted to verify but had no chance. After Wang Peilie had eaten and drank enough, he followed Tang Li's order to go to the hospital where Master Sun was staying to pick him up, because during the morning tea, Lang Jin had already booked a flight back to East 725th District tonight.
of flights.
It is not easy to fly to each other between two hostile areas. The boarding and security procedures are particularly complicated, and you have to bring your injury number. You have to leave a margin of three to five hours. In addition to these, you also have to contact the Wanhua Hotel
Discuss the details of compensation and convert it into various conveniences before leaving.
Therefore, Lang Jin is actually busier than Wang Peilie. Even though he is always around Tang Li, he makes phone calls one after another without stopping.
Seeing this scene, Tao Ju was convinced: Tang Li, this crazy critic, was really leaving, and he was leaving tonight.
Still the same question: In this case, what is the significance of what he said today?
Tao Ju only hated that the tea on the table was not wine. He took a sip and drank it, but it was already cold.
At this moment, Tang Li spoke:
"What a coward."
"Ah, Mr. Tang."
Tao Ju responded so quickly that the cup of herbal tea that he had just finished seemed to be getting warm from the friction.
Then he understood that even if Tang Li left tonight, he would project some absurd and strong expectations on this person, maybe because...
Tang Li himself is absurd and unreasonable.
Moreover, at this time, Lang Jin left the table to make a phone call, and Wang Peilie went to the hospital to pick up someone. Only Tang Li and Tao Ju were left at the table. This was an ideal occasion to talk about "self-discipline".
Tao Ju subconsciously leaned forward and his ears almost stood up.
Tang Li smiled and pointed at him: "You, Mercury is likely to go retrograde during this period. How about asking a god to come back and control it?"
"I..." Tao Ju almost cursed, but he reluctantly added a self-deprecating remark, "If it can be done, of course it would be best, but Mr. Tang, I can't even go home now."
"That's true." Tang Li was still smiling, "Pava is just a brat, and clinging to you can be good or bad; Mrs. Zuo is a great god, and it's disrespectful to bring it out all the time; it's best to have someone who can stand on the bright side.
It helps you attract firepower and relieve stress... No matter what it is, it often flashes in front of Governor Wu, like me. Is this the truth? "
Tao Ju was told that he was thinking something that he might not even understand. He was confused and speechless for a moment.
He also felt that during the day, although Tang Li was still sharp and direct in his speech, he was more rational and calm, more like the bureaucrat he saw every day, rather than the crazy critic last night who could drag people to hell at any time. But he said it again.
, probably only Tang Li like this could listen to what he said, communicate with him calmly, and analyze his thoughts and feelings.
What to do next?
It was a temporary intention and lack of preparation. Now Tao Ju has no idea and just acts stupidly.
Tang Li was about to have enough tea and food, so he stood up and was about to leave.
Rankin, who was on the phone on the other side, saw him and hurried over.
Tao Ju also stood up subconsciously, but he was at a loss. He wanted to grab Tang Li, chat for a while longer, or even ask for help, but he really lost the courage.
When Tang Li saw this, he reached out and patted him on the shoulder: "Actually, there are some things in this world that cannot be explained by common sense. Mercury retrograde is Mercury retrograde. In the past few days, maybe it will get better?
"
"Mr. Tang!"
Tang Li grabbed his shoulders and walked out with a smile: "It's not easy for a big god or a little devil to help you, so just ask for help. As the saying goes, 'sincerity leads to spiritual success', as long as you have that intention, you can even go to the mountain and find a random tree to worship.
It is also effective to tear off a piece of bark and take it back."
This is a bit more ridiculous than last night's crazy criticism.
Don't you see that Lang Jin was also stunned and almost bumped into them.
Now that Tao Ju had confirmed it, he never wanted to meet that crazy critic again! He felt a breath stuck in his throat and couldn't squeeze it out, but his feet were involuntarily strangled by Tang Li, and he staggered out.
Lang Jin followed quickly from the side and reported to Tang Li: "Mr. Tang, we have booked a flight at seven o'clock in the evening. It will take an hour to get from the city to the airport. Including the reserved time, it is already
I was a little nervous, so I asked the hotel concierge car to park outside first... After arriving at the airport, I met Pei Lie and the others."
Tao Ju was uneasy now, but he still had to have the most basic attitude. He instinctively said: "Ah, no need, I'll send it off..."
"On days when Mercury is retrograde, don't infect others. It's better to find ways to correct the evil and get back on track." Tang Li smiled and pushed him away, joking like an old friend, "The Wanhua Hotel stole our luggage.
, no matter what, let them pay more for gas. You coward, what did you do to us, don’t forget it.”
Tao Ju couldn't laugh.
At this time, Lang Jin next to him, perhaps in a lively mood, also smiled and said: "Mr. Tang's method of worshiping trees and praying for spirits, is this a folk custom in our district? I have little experience, and I have never heard of it..."
"Isn't that what you need?" Tang Li waved his hand, "Sincerity is what matters, form is not important."
Rankin also laughed and said, "That's exactly it." This ended the topic.
Tao Ju felt that he had been ridiculed by these two people, but since last night, similar things had happened countless times, and he had become numb, and even raised the corners of his mouth in response.
The next moment, Rankin turned around and smiled at him, gently and politely, without any intention of ridicule.
Tao Ju subconsciously smiled back, but felt strange for no reason.
At this time, Wanhua Hotel's compensation, um, concierge car had already driven over. Tang Li didn't say much, just said "see you later" and got straight into the car.
This time there was a driver in the limousine, but Lang Jin still sat in the passenger seat and opened the window to wave to Tao Ju.
Tao Ju subconsciously raised his hand in response, and the courtesy car drove away immediately.
Seeing the limousine that carried his absurd hopes so far away, Tao Ju's heart became cold. He stood at the door of the tea house for five or six minutes before moving with difficulty to the parking space.
Sitting back in the car, Tao Ju smelled the sunlight that had been shining all morning, and the smell of gunpowder and blood seemed to be stronger. Tao Ju almost held the steering wheel and cried. After finally gathering his mood, he started the car in despair, and just drove out of half the parking space.
Suddenly he stopped.
He raised his head and looked out the car window. This was one of the most prosperous neighborhoods in East 824th District. The buildings were scattered and blocked the line of sight, making it difficult to see far. However, Tao Ju, who had lived here since he was a child, could see without his eyes.
Knowing that behind these many buildings, there are gentle rolling hills to the north of the city. It was once a prosperous city, but now it is mostly dilapidated and deserted. There is only a mobile defense force stationed, and all the commanders are Commander Wu.
confidant.
At this time, Tao Ju did not think about the historical evolution and interpersonal relationships. He only had one thought running back and forth in his heart, which was Tang Li's sarcastic and joking sentence: