220, Yearning [End] Going back to see parents next month
The party ended, leaving a few people to tidy up the cabin.
Ji Zhou and Shang Ru were the first to leave because Ji Zhou had to send Shang Ru back.
The road down the mountain was a bit winding, but fortunately the moonlight was bright and the field of vision was wide. Ji Zhou held a flashlight and occasionally helped Shang Ru, who was teetering in high heels, and walked through this winding road without any danger.
Ji Zhou's actions were gentlemanly but distant, without even the slightest hint of transcendence.
The car stopped on the side of the road. After Ji Zhou walked over, he took the lead in opening the passenger back seat door for Shang Ru.
Shang Ru was stunned for a moment, smiled politely at Ji Zhou, then bent down and got into the car.
After a while, Ji Zhou walked around the front of the car, walked to the other side, opened the door and sat in the driving position.
He started the car and turned around in the direction he had come.
The car window was open, and the night breeze flowed in through the open window, blowing a bit of coolness on her body and allowing Shang Ru to successfully escape from the previous party mood.
"Mr. Ji."
Shang Ru called out to Ji Zhou who was driving.
When she first met Ji Zhou, Shang Ru heard Peng Yuqiu and Mu Cheng calling him this. It was not an honorific, but a nickname. She thought it was interesting at the time, so she followed them, and now it has become a habit.
"Um."
Ji Zhou responded to Shang Ru.
Finger brushed the side of her ear and pushed a strand of hair behind her ear. Shangru's fingers clenched her leather bag tightly, her bones and joints turned white, but her voice was smooth and smiling, "I thought you invited me to the party, which meant that the two of us would meet
There will be subsequent developments. But now it seems that is not the case.”
"I was entrusted by someone." Ji Zhou answered straightforwardly. After a slight pause, he said, "I'm sorry if I misunderstood you."
"Entrusted by whom?" Shang Ru was startled.
Ji Zhou did not answer her directly.
Controlling the steering wheel, the vehicle drove smoothly through the corner ahead.
Ji Zhou said, "Your director told me that he once admired you very much."
"..."
Shang Ru said nothing.
The word 'once' made her not happy at all.
Their director is a highly qualified military doctor who has participated in peacekeeping, experienced actual combat, and seen the world. He may seem stern and has a rigorous work attitude, but in private he is very gentle and humorous. He will occasionally chat with them about interesting things in the past.
He talks like a joke. He also enlightens the younger generation and teaches them carefully.
That's a good leader.
Meeting such a leader is actually a blessing.
"Most of the people working in your hospital are military doctors. You are indeed excellent, but for the hospital, there are too many things to try to get into, and there is a wide range of choices. The hospital does not require you, and you are not the only outstanding doctor.
"Having said this, Ji Zhou tilted his head slightly and gave Shang Ru a friendly smile, "I'm sorry to be a bit direct, I hope you don't mind."
"...It's okay." Shang Ru muttered.
She really didn't know how to deal with this behavior of giving a stick first and then a date.
What's more, she was a little distracted because of Ji Zhou's words.
"The reason why he chose you is not only because of your professional skills, but also because of your longing and enthusiasm for soldiers." Ji Zhou adjusted his gaze, looked forward, and continued, "He has a special plot for the profession of soldiers.
There are always a lot of soldiers coming and going in the hospital. He took a fancy to your sentiment and tenacity. He admires you very much."
Shang Ru was stunned and bit her lip unconsciously.
The director never told her these words.
She only feels lucky to be hired by the hospital. She knows that she is excellent compared to graduates of the same class, but as Ji Zhou said, there are too many excellent and qualified people, including some
Students graduating from military hospital schools.
The hospital had no reason to choose her.
So being able to stay, "luck has come" was her biggest feeling. But other than that, she didn't think of any other reason.
Ji Zhou changed the subject, "But he noticed some changes in you recently..."
He didn't finish what he said.
However, Shang Ru's heart sank suddenly - she knew what Ji Zhou meant.
Over the past year, her mentality has indeed changed.
At work, she met many soldiers and dealt with many injuries, but instead of maintaining her enthusiasm, she felt more and more annoyed. Recently, she would rather the patients were ordinary people than soldiers.
As dissatisfaction accumulated bit by bit, everything she once admired made her disgusted.
Due to professional ethics, she has never had an attack with a patient in person, but her attitude is not as good as before.
She thought only she knew.
I never thought about it, but the director saw it all.
"He has been in contact with us, so he hopes you will also be in contact with us." Ji Zhou said gently.
Click to stop.
Yan Jinzhao, Yan Gui's reasons are naturally not enough to convince him to invite Shang Ru to the party.
However, the combination of Shang Ru's mental problems and the director's request made him nod easily.
He knows very well what kind of appeal gs9 has - because everyone in gs9 has experienced the process of being assimilated by this appeal.
The director also knew it well.
It was obvious that the director admired Shang Ru, so he made such a request to Ji Zhou.
Of course, if everything that needs to be done is done and Shang Ru's mentality still cannot be adjusted, then it will be difficult for her to stay in the hospital any longer.
This director is very strange. He feels that feelings and enthusiasm can create unlimited possibilities. Of course, there is another point. He sees some potential in Shang Ru - not just technology, but her psychological quality in some emergency moments.
and processing methods.
Others with the same skills may be able to reach 90%.
But if it were her, maybe it could be a little more.
There is no definite number of points. However, even one point is a glimmer of hope for patients who are on the verge of death.
this point is very important.
"Thanks."
Shang Ru lowered her eyes and thanked absently.
She also hopes to have some "enlightenment".
However, Ji Zhou's words did not make her suddenly enlightened. Instead, she felt anxious and uncontrollably uneasy.
She wanted to take her phone out of her bag several times, but she held back the whole time.
During the rest of the trip, the two of them had basically no communication.
Sitting in the back seat, Shang Ru turned her head and looked out the window at the night, her eyes wandering.
Mo Shangjun and Yan Tianxing went down the mountain together.
Before parting, she handed several mooncakes to Yan Tianxing and asked him to give them to a few people who did not attend the party.
The second women's team was relatively free and had nothing to do, so all ten people were present. However, the first men's team was not so free. Several people were busy, such as Yan Hanyu and Ruan Yan, but they did not attend the party.
, moon cakes are still given.
Holding those mooncakes, Yan Tianxing's face darkened, "Am I a courier?"
Mo Shangjun curled his lips and smiled and said, "You are the captain, wouldn't it be a good idea to show your care for your subordinates by giving them away?"
"..."
Others can feel "caring", but Ruan Yan is afraid that his tail will be raised to the sky.
"Thanks for your hard work."
Mo Shangjun smiled and patted his shoulder.
Tilting his head slightly, Yan Tianxing looked at her with lowered eyelids and asked in a low voice, "Will you go home next month?"
"Um?"
Mo Shangyun didn't react for a moment.
go home?
She just went back at the end of August.
Narrowing his eyes, Yan Tianxing said, "Go back to my house."
Slightly startled, Mo Shangjun came to his senses and simply asked, "When will it be? We should be recruiting troops in the Xilan Military Region next month."
The relationship has been confirmed for the second time, and things like "meeting the parents" must be put on the schedule.
It's the same sooner or later.
So Mo Shangyun doesn't mind.
However, time still needs to be coordinated.
"Come over on the 10th," Yan Tianxing glanced at her and said, "Your recruitment mission ends on the 9th."
"You have a tight schedule." Mo Shangjun shrugged.
"Yes?"
"Um."
Mo Shangjun nodded slightly.
She didn't think of a reason for rejection.
What's more, the 11th of next month is Yan Tianxing's birthday. Even for the sake of his birthday, Mo Shangjun didn't want to refuse.
Putting his hands in his trouser pockets, Mo Shangyun asked Yan Tianxing, "Are there any precautions?"
"No," Yan Tianxing thought for a moment and said, "My father has a hard mouth and a soft heart. No matter how dissatisfied he is with the Mo family, he will never do anything to the younger generation."
"What about your preferences?" Mo Shangjun asked.
"Lego."
"What?" Mo Shangyun raised his hand and touched his left ear, turning his head towards him, "Maybe I didn't hear clearly, please say it again."
Yan Tianxing chuckled and poked her temple with his finger, causing her little head to shake.
The next moment, he lowered his head, put it next to Mo Shangyun's left ear, and said clearly "Lego."
He was so close, almost touching, his thin lips opened and closed, and his soft lips brushed against the ear. The breath he poured out was hot and itchy, making Mo Shangyun feel his scalp numb and his heart tightening. He quickly
He tilted his head and took half a step back.
"Fuck."
Mo Shangjun rubbed his ears. He didn't know whether it was because she was ravaged or because he was too sensitive. The ears were congested and the roots of the ears were crimson.
This problem of his own was a little annoying, and Mo Shangyun looked a little annoyed.
But in the eyes of Yan Tianxing, it is a kind of fun.
If you tease her too much, you will easily get backlash. Yan Tian and Xing Shushen knew this routine and simply did not continue it. They just changed the subject calmly, "When will we talk?"
Mo Shangyun raised his eyelids and said without interest, "When you have time."
Yan Tianxing said, "I'm free anytime."
"Oh," Mo Shangyun said, "Then when I have time."
Looking at her thoughtfully, Yan Tianxing continued, "You have no plans for tomorrow."
A slight surprise flashed through his eyes, and Mo Shangyun was slightly startled, "You know what?"
"I asked Captain Jiang." Yan Tianxing confessed calmly.
"You also have a 'spy'?"
"You can also develop it."
"..." Mo Shangyun sighed and said, "I just have something to tell you."
Originally, when I came back the day before yesterday, I was going to talk to Yan Tianxing.
But it was delayed.
Later, I spent a day and night in the information detachment, and it was not until today that I met Yan Tianxing again. Today is a special day, so I should enjoy it. There are some annoying things that I don’t need to rush to talk to Yan Tianxing, so I haven’t mentioned them yet.
However, there is no need to delay it any longer.
"I am waiting."
Yan Tianxing reached out and pinched her cheek.
There is no meat, but it feels exceptionally good.
Mo Shangjun raised his hand and planned to wave him away. Unexpectedly, Yan Tianxing avoided it with quick eyes and hands.
Mo Shangjun raised his eyebrows teasingly, "Hey, your body has completely recovered?"
Yan Tianxing smiled, "Do you want to try the function?"
Mo Shangyun "..."
Ji Zhou sent Shang Ru downstairs to a rental house in the town.
"arrive."
"Thanks."
Shang Ru politely thanked her, smiled brightly, opened the car door and walked out.
The car door closes.
Glancing back at Shang Ru, Ji Zhou didn't say much, stepped on the accelerator and headed back home.
Shang Ru did not go straight upstairs, but stood there, turned around and watched his car leave.
Tonight's experience was really not a pleasant one for her.
One thing after another was so bad that she couldn't keep her spirits up.
Life, relationships, career...nothing goes as planned.
Since meeting Mo Shangjun again, her life has been in chaos.
at the moment--
She might not even be able to keep a job.
The off-road vehicle disappeared from sight.
The night breeze was slightly cool, and she was a little cold in her thin clothes. After being stunned for a moment, she exhaled, turned around and entered the building with her bag.
This is an old community, and the security facilities are all furnishings. Each building has only six floors, and there is no elevator. The sound-activated lights in the corridors are also dim, and the gray light seems to be tainted with the age of the building.
It's not that she doesn't want to rent a good house that her family and salary can afford, but the conditions here are limited. Only this community close to the hospital can live in, and the environment in other places is basically the same as that of a village in the city. Those new high-rise buildings
The buildings are all on the other side of the city, so far away.
After walking up a few steps, the phone in her bag vibrated. Shang Ru pursed her lips and dug out the phone.
"mom."
As soon as he finished speaking, the voice-activated light in the corridor on the first floor went out.
The corridor was pitch black.
Shang Ru looked up and saw that there was only endless darkness in her eyes, and the bright moonlight outside did not penetrate at all.
Sighing softly, Shang Ru leaned back on the wall and did not walk up rashly.
Making some noise will let her mother know that she hasn't come home yet, and she will worry about whether she works overtime, goes out, and worries about her safety. The nagging will be endless.
At least you can see some moonlight here.
The bright light shone diagonally on the ground, shining through the entrance of the corridor on the two steps. There was a clear boundary between light and darkness.
"Ruru, how are you doing there? You didn't work overtime tonight, did you?"
"I don't work overtime." Shang Ru said, "Mom, I'm living a good life."
She insisted on coming here to work.
The remote place looks like a remote place to the family.
Her parents disagreed, but her brother was the only one who supported her.
The night before she came here, her father sat in the living room until late at night, smoking. He probably couldn't figure out why she had to find an easy, high-paying job for her despite her family being well off and having the conditions and resources to do so.
Run to a place like this.
One month after she was released, every time her mother called her, she couldn't help but cry.
Shang Ru can only report good news but not bad news.
Even though her brother supported her, he only thought she was joking and would go back after suffering a lot in a few months. He didn't expect her to stay for so long.
How did she go from being careless and determined to work in the military hospital to now feeling disgusted with her current job from time to time?
It was probably because her expectations at work were frustrated again and again, the reality of life was not as good as she imagined, the accumulation of trivial things made her collapse countless times, and her parents' care and concern at home made her feel guilty. Even during the Chinese New Year... when others were busy, she
I have to go to the hospital to work overtime just because of a phone call.
On the early morning of the first day of the Lunar New Year, she walked out of the hospital gate. The sky was blue-gray and the streets were deserted. The moment she fell to the ground due to staying up late and hypoglycemia, she burst into tears.
However, these are all her own choices.
She didn't dare to complain to her colleagues, because none of her colleagues had a better life than she did, and if she talked too much, she would think she was being pretentious.
She also didn't dare to complain to her friends or family, for fear that her friends would say she "deserved it" and for fear that her family would be worried. She was afraid that they would pretend to be a prophet and say to her, "I told you a long time ago..."
She is afraid that her choice will be wrong.
"Go to bed early and don't go to bed too late. You usually like to show off. If something happens, don't hold on to it. Talk to your family more. Your dad, I miss you so much, but I'm embarrassed to call you. Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival.
He personally cooked a table of your favorite dishes, but you didn’t even eat a few bites..."
My mother's gentle thoughts fell into my ears even though they were thousands of miles away.
Shang Ru covered her mouth and slowly squatted down along the wall, tears streaming down her face, and she couldn't stop sobbing.
…
After hanging up the phone for a long time, Shang Ru took a deep breath and her emotions gradually calmed down.
Her makeup was stained and her eyes were red from crying. She slowly raised her head and looked at the darkness of the corridor and the moonlight outside the door, feeling a little dazed for a moment.
The silence of the corridors and the community gave her the illusion that she was in a dream.
Her legs were already numb. She grabbed the handrail of the stairs opposite and slowly stood up, but did not go upstairs immediately.
After a moment of relief, she looked down at her phone, her heart empty and almost numb as she stared at the screen. She suddenly thought of the dish her mother was talking about, and clicked into Moments.
Today is the holiday, and there is an atmosphere of joy and reunion in the circle of friends. Posting about food, family, boyfriend, pets... It seems that everyone's life is comfortable and happy.
Shang Ru twitched the corner of her mouth, and the subtle arc looked like sarcasm.
Shang Ru's eyes suddenly froze and she saw the table of food distributed by her mother.
Her father likes to cook, and the food he cooks is very delicious, but because he is busy with work, Shang Ru rarely gets to eat. But whenever he is free, this taciturn father will always cook food for her.
These are all her favorite foods.
I thought I had run out of tears, but the moment I saw the food on the table, my eyes were wet with tears again.
Tears rolled down from the corners of my eyes. From the initial hotness to the coldness later, it was only a short moment.
She did not return for a year, and her mother said several times that she wanted to see her, but she knew the situation she was in. Her mother would be worried and worried when she saw her, and would even try to get her to go back, so she declined every time.
I usually update my circle of friends frequently, mainly for family members to see.
She suddenly realized that she had not updated her circle of friends in the past few days.
There have been no updates for days like this. No wonder my mother’s tone is full of worry...
Biting her lip, Shang Ru clicked on the upper right corner of the screen and turned to the photo.
After selecting a few photos from tonight, she paused and found the ones she took in the mall the day before yesterday.
While selecting one by one, by some strange coincidence, Shang Ru found a certain selfie taken with Fang Ya in front of the cake shop.
When Ji Zhou returned to the base, it was already past ten o'clock.
The party had ended, and I met few people on the road, and none of them were from the team, but the group of people responsible for standing guard and inspecting.
Or from the logistics and information detachment.
When passing by the women's team area, Ji Zhou caught a glimpse of a familiar white figure from the corner of his eye. Ji Zhou slowed down the car and stopped along the roadside.
The figure walking by the road seemed unaware, walking forward with his head slightly lowered, his eyebrows slightly furrowed, holding a small bag in his hand, clutching it tightly, without even looking at him.
Seeing her about to walk past the car, Ji Zhou suddenly said, "What are you thinking about?"
"ah--"
Tang Shi was startled, exclaimed, and subconsciously looked this way.
Her eyes flickered and shone brightly. She was slightly startled when she saw Ji Zhou, and then came back to her senses.
After a moment's hesitation, she took a few steps this way and, half a meter away, nodded to him and said hello, "Mr. Ji."
The voice is soft and slightly reserved.
Ji Zhou lowered his eyelids slightly and his eyes flashed. Then he raised his eyes and asked, "Why are you alone?"
"It's a little late to pack things with Zhiqiong and the others. We just came down the mountain." Tang Shi pursed her lips lightly and explained, "Zhiqiong has something to do, so I'll be back first."
Ji Zhou nodded, knowing clearly where Liang Zhiqiong was going...
He looked back and saw that it was only a few steps away from the dormitory building, so there was no need to see her off.
"You've worked hard tonight, go back and get some rest early." Ji Zhou warned in a warm voice.
"Ah good."
After thinking about something, Ji Zhou added, "I like your mooncakes very much."
He took it apart and looked at it, and he put a lot of thought into the appearance alone.
It was not the first time that Ji Zhou was recognized in person, but it was the first time for Ji Zhou. Tang Shi was inevitably a little embarrassed when she heard the voice. She lowered her eyes to avoid Ji Zhou's gaze and responded softly, "As long as Mr. Ji is satisfied."
Pause for a few seconds.
Ji Zhou looked at the time and said, "Then I'm leaving."
"etc--"
Seeing that he was about to start the car, Tang Shi suddenly called him.
With his elbows resting on the car window, Ji Zhou poked his head out, looked at her suspiciously, and asked, "Is there anything else?"
"Well," Tang Shi hesitated for a moment, took a small step forward, got closer, and then said, "I took a lot of photos at night. We just selected a batch on the mountain and some of them have been sent to the group.
, many people have posted on Moments. Mr. Ji, if you want..."
It is obviously a very simple thing, but the logic of Tang poetry is a bit confusing.
After talking about it, even she herself felt a little frustrated.
Originally, I just wanted to let Ji Zhou know that the photos have been posted in the group. If he is interested, he can take a look.
Ji Zhou interrupted her in time and asked with a smile, "Can you send it to me privately?"
"Ah?" Tang Shi suddenly raised her eyes and glanced into Ji Zhou's smiling eyes. Her heart couldn't help but beat wildly. She blinked and nodded quickly, "Okay."
"Thanks."
The smile on Ji Zhou's lips became softer.
I felt a little dumbfounded when I read Tang poetry.
They often call Ji Zhou "Ji Fox" in private.
The fox is supposed to be cunning and keep a certain distance from people. But most of the time, what Tang Shi sees from him is gentleness and approachability.
Every time he smiled like this, Tang Shi felt unable to resist, as if he was drowning in his smile.
Such a gentle and easy-going person...
She always thinks so uncontrollably.
After being in a daze for a few seconds, Tang Shi said politely, "No need."
"Waiting for your photos." Ji Zhou stopped and said, "Go to bed early and good night."
"Good night, Mr. Ji."
Tang Shi nodded towards him.
Ji Zhou waited for a few seconds and saw that she didn't move, so he took the lead and drove away.
Tang Shi didn't react until the car drove away.
Looking at the speeding car, Tang Shi looked away with regret.
There was a wind blowing, wrapped in a touch of loss, sliding over the top of my heart, so my heart also felt a little bit.
Lingering.
Sighed softly.
Tang Shi lowered her head, not knowing how to deal with her mood. Out of the corner of her eye, she caught sight of the gravel on the ground. She puffed up her cheeks, moved a little, then stretched out her white canvas shoes and kicked them.
The pebbles immediately flew away, scraping against the ground and rising and falling, and finally flew off the sidewalk and hit the road.
Accompanied by the sound of a vehicle moving, black wheels rolled over it.
It's so late, why are there so many cars?
Tang Shi wanted to avoid it, but when he looked up, he found that the wheel had stopped.
The car stopped right next to her.
Looking up in shock, Tang Shi caught a glimpse of a familiar vehicle, its license plate number, and... the driver leaning out of the window.
She blinked her eyes.
Mr. Ji...
He was smiling, his eyebrows slightly curved.
This time, he smiled like a fox.
"Mr. Ji?"
When he called out this title again, Tang Shi's heart felt uncontrollably... floating in his chest, unable to reach the ground, so weak that he had no courage to feel it carefully.
Looking at her with confusion, Ji Zhou asked curiously, "You didn't seem happy just now?"
"No, no."
The tone of Tang poetry's responses is always floating.
"It's fine if you don't."
Ji Zhou smiled casually, stretched out his left hand, picked up something and threw it towards Tang Shi.
Tang Shi didn't deliberately catch it, because he threw it accurately and it hit her arms directly.
As soon as she opened her palm, the small gift box fell into her hand.
"I almost forgot, this is a Mid-Autumn Festival gift." Ji Zhou's voice came.
Tang Shi, who looked down at the gift box, raised his eyes in surprise, but only heard a "good night", and then saw Ji Zhou sitting back.
"Night……"
When he opened his mouth, the vehicle was already driving again.
Tang Shi swallowed back the rest of her words, pursed her lips slightly, and waited until the vehicle completely disappeared from sight. Then she lowered her head and looked at the gift box in her hand.
My heart is beating wildly.
Mid-Autumn Festival gift...
Is she the only one who has it?
Or does Shang Ru also have it?
Or was it prepared for Shang Ru but given to her before it was sent out?
No, Mr. Ji would not do such a thing.
Reason told her that she should go back to the dormitory and open it, but the gift box in her hand attracted all her attention, making her unable to move away.
immediately.
ASAP.
She wants to see it.
Sensibility told her so.
So, she untied the knotted ribbon on the outside of the gift box and opened it.
The small and delicate pen is exposed in the soft moonlight.
The moment her fingertips touched the pen, she felt a slight chill. She picked it up and saw the word "Tang" on the pen cap.
It is so dazzling under the refraction of light.
There is light overflowing from Tang Shili's eyes, bright.
When Ji Zhou returned to the dormitory, Yan Hanyu, who slept with him, had not returned yet.
Yan Hanyu is busy and has to work overtime. He may not be able to return tonight.
Ji Zhou has long been accustomed to this when he is busy.
I was just about to take a shower, but the image of Tang Shi standing on the roadside in a white dress suddenly flashed in my mind. She was well-behaved and quiet, but she lowered her head, frowned, and curled her lips to vent... There were quite a few little expressions.
Photos, Moments.
Did she send it?
Putting aside taking a bath for the time being, Ji Zhou took out his cell phone.
There was a message on WeChat, but it was not sent by Tang Shi alone.
He didn't go to the group to look at the photos, but directly clicked on the circle of friends.
Scroll through the recently updated articles and find a certain name with pinpoint accuracy.
The little girl stays in the army and doesn't like to play with her mobile phone. She doesn't send many messages all year round, but she did send one tonight.
The words are concise, just four words: Happy Mid-Autumn Festival.
In addition, it is equipped with a nine-square grid.
He clicked it open, flipping through it one by one, looking at it carefully.
Their eyes basically only stay on the same person.
After reading it over and over again, I saved it one by one.
Liked it.
He scrolled up, intending to exit the circle of friends, but accidentally caught a glimpse of Shang Rufa's circle of friends.
She sent photos from tonight, all taken by herself.
At a glance, I caught a glimpse of a little girl on the edge of a certain group photo.
Ji Zhou stopped for a moment and looked through some of her photos.
The result is at the end...
Ji Zhou looked at a selfie taken in a shopping mall, enlarging a certain part, and after taking a closer look, he identified the two figures "in the frame".
Mo Shangyun is probably a "specialized" person.
He had seen Mo Shangjun wear this set of plain clothes several times...
The chance of hitting a piece of clothing is a bit high, but the chance of hitting the whole body is very low.
Judging from the profile, body shape, and the fact that Mo Shangyun went shopping the day before yesterday, Ji Zhou could basically be sure that it was her.
As for the person opposite him...
Squinting slightly, Ji Zhou took a screenshot of the enlarged screen, then exited the circle of friends, found the note, and clicked on the dialog box.