Lu Yiwei was carried to a makeshift shed nearby. The staff member handed him a raincoat and said, "Comrade, calm down first. We're already doing our best to search. Don't worry, I'll let you know as soon as there's any news."
Lu Yiwei was covered in mud, even his face. He wiped his face with his sleeve and said weakly, "Tell me, have you found Su Meng?"
"Comrade, we're looking for him. Don't worry."
Lu Yiwei stood up suddenly and said, "I'm going to look for him."
The staff member held him back and said, "Can you find him if you go? Just wait here quietly and don't cause any more trouble. "
Lu Yiwei rushed out of the shed and saw Su Qiming running over, crying. There were staff running after him, holding an umbrella for him and carefully holding him up, afraid that he would fall.
Su Qiming's legs were so weak that he could not walk. He sat on the ground after two steps. Even so, he still stumbled over. When he saw Lu Yiwei, tears streamed down his face and he said, "Yiwei, my Meng 'er …"
The leader was not calm, but the secretary of the municipal government was much calmer. He stepped forward and identified himself. When the staff member heard that the female reporter was the mayor's daughter, he became nervous. He immediately said, "Please wait here, I'll report to the higher-ups immediately."
After a while, the leader from before walked in. He stepped forward and shook hands with the secretary, saying, "I'm the secretary of the County party committee. Don't worry, I've already sent more manpower to investigate the entire line."
The secretary was also very anxious and said, "Do you have enough manpower? If not, I'll immediately send reinforcements. "
"It's enough, please rest assured, leader."
Su Qiming leaned against the chair and pointed to the secretary, saying, "Old Wang, call the province immediately and ask them to send people over."
"Alright, I'll go now!"
Because it was at the border of two provinces, the area was under the jurisdiction of the neighboring province, and this area was under the jurisdiction of Xi City. Because of the reservoir incident last time, Heishan County had a big fight. The difference was that the previous time was a drought, and this time it was a flood.
At this moment, Fan Rongkui also arrived. When he entered, he saw Lu Yiwei, grabbed Su Qiming's hand and said, "Old Su, I'm late. Don't worry, I've brought over 500 people to support you. You have to take care of yourself. "
"Thank you!" Su Qiming covered his face and cried.
For a time, more than two thousand people searched along the embankment, but they couldn't find anyone even until nightfall.
In fact, everyone was prepared for the worst. It was impossible to survive such a huge flood. However, because of the other party's identity, they still didn't give up on the search. If he was alive, they wanted to see him. If he was dead, they wanted to see his corpse. Even if they had to dig three feet into the ground, they had to find him.
Lu Yiwei went through the darkest day of his life. He didn't believe that Su Meng was still alive. Although he said that, he already knew the result.
Su Qiming was sent to the hospital due to the stress, but Fan Rongkui did not leave the scene. He continued to wait anxiously in the shed.
Late at night, Fan Rongkui walked to Lu Yiwei and said, "Yiwei, Minister Zhao of the Provincial Party Committee Organization Department called me today. Considering your special situation, you can be interviewed alone."
Lu Yiwei shook his head and said, "Dad, I don't want to take the exam."
"Look at you, hmph!" After saying that, Fan Rongkui flicked his sleeves and left. But how could he understand Lu Yiwei's feelings?
When Lu Yiwei was at his lowest, Su Meng quietly entered his life. She didn't care about his background, his job, or even his family. She resolutely chose him. How could he let go of four years of feelings just like that!
Although Su Meng left him due to various reasons, she didn't go far. She was still by his side. Every New Year, the first call was always from her. When he was in trouble, she spared no effort to help him. The drought in Black Mountain County couldn't have been solved if not for her. The fight against SARS couldn't have turned the situation around if not for her. The on-site meeting couldn't have improved Black Mountain County's reputation if not for her …
Lu Yiwei promised Su Meng that he would always keep a place for her in his heart, and he did it.
After a night of hard work, it wasn't until the next morning that the staff found Su Meng's body.
When Lu Yiwei saw Su Meng, he didn't look like a human anymore. He was soaked in the water for a day and a night. His whole body was swollen, and there were wounds on his body. He probably knocked himself on a rock. His hair was gone, and his face was swollen like a steamed bun. Seeing this scene, everyone lowered their heads in silence.
Lu Yiwei's legs felt like they were filled with lead, and he struggled to walk over. He knelt in front of Su Meng and reached out his trembling hand to touch Su Meng's cold cheek. Tears fell down.
After a long time, Lu Yiwei wiped away his tears and picked Su Meng up. "Su Meng, don't be afraid. Let's go home!"
The staff next to him didn't stop Lu Yiwei, but watched him walk forward step by step with difficulty.
Three days later, Su Meng's memorial service was held in Dongzhou City. Su Qiming struggled to get up from the hospital bed to send his daughter on her last journey. Her mother couldn't accept it, so she was guarded by relatives to prevent her from going to the scene.
Many people attended the memorial service, and many of them came on their own. The leader of the Youth Daily sent a huge wreath. The province recognized her as a martyr and wanted to learn from her in the whole province. All kinds of honors came pouring in, but it was useless for a dead person!
Two days after the memorial service, Su Qiming asked Lu Yiwei to accompany him to the house rented by Su Meng in the capital to pack up.
Su Meng rented a house in an alley. The room wasn't big, but it was very cozy. Su Meng loved to take photos, so there were photos hanging all around. Every photo had a smile on her face, and it was very sunny and beautiful.
Su Qiming couldn't help but cry when he saw his daughter's photo. He stepped out of the room and said, "Yiwei, help me pack up. I can't look."
Lu Yiwei took down the photos one by one. On the bedside table, he saw photos of himself and Su Meng at different times. He sat on the bed and looked at the photos.
This one was taken when he first met her. The background was the orchard in Dongwa Village. At that time, Lu Yiwei was dressed like a country bumpkin, while Su Meng was dressed in a youthful outfit. She was full of energy, holding his shoulder with a bright smile.
Lu Yiwei's eyes were wet, and a tear fell on the photo frame. He gently touched Su Meng's cheek with his fingertip.
This one was taken in winter three years later. The background was an alley in the old city of Jiangdong. Su Meng had grown into a young lady. She was holding Lu Yiwei's arm and snuggling in his arms. She looked very happy and sweet.
Su Meng always had a dream. She wanted Lu Yiwei to accompany her to the rainy alley in Jiangnan to find a girl with an oil-paper umbrella. But this dream had never come true. He owed her that.
The last one was taken when there was a meeting in Heishan County. At that time, Su Meng had completely changed. She had become a generous reporter. Although there was a smile on her face, it was very awkward. Her stiff body deliberately kept a distance from her.
Although there was no one living here, the room was still filled with a faint fragrance. Lu Yiwei crawled on the quilt and sniffed greedily. His tears fell on the quilt and melted in his heart. Maybe this was the last time he could feel the warmth. Su Meng, can you feel my warmth? Yiwei is here to see you.
Lu Yiwei found a thick stack of letters between him and Su Meng in the drawer. Every letter was well preserved. He wanted to open them, but he didn't have the courage.
The things were very simple. He packed them up quickly. Lu Yiwei and the driver put everything in the car. Then he said to Su Qiming, "Mayor Su, can I keep these photos and letters?"
Su Qiming sighed and waved his hand weakly. "Take them."
After moving everything into the car, Su Qiming stood in the courtyard and sighed to the sky. He said to Lu Yiwei: "Yiwei, if I didn't break you two up, perhaps today's ending wouldn't have happened. I regret it, I deserve to die ten thousand times over." After saying that, he slapped his own face with all his might.
Lu Yiwei stepped forward and stopped him. "Mayor Su, why are you doing this? She's gone. Why are you talking about this? I believe Su Meng won't hate you. She will live happily in heaven. "
Su Qiming squatted on the ground and hugged his head as he sobbed. With snot and tears running down his face, he said, "Meng 'er, how am I going to live after you leave? Dad, I beg you, please come back …"
Lu Yiwei helped Su Qiming up and said, "Mayor Su, let's go."
Su Qiming staggered to his feet. He took one last look and turned around. He went into the car.
Lu Yiwei stood in the yard and looked around. He suddenly saw Su Meng standing at the door and smiling at him. He quickly ran up. Su Meng was gone. There was only a pillar.
Lu Yiwei lowered his head and smiled bitterly. He picked up the photo in his hand and kissed it gently.
It's time to go!
The door slowly closed. Lu Yiwei was getting more and more nervous. When the door was completely closed, he knew that he would never see Su Meng again.
Lu Yiwei sat down at the door and said to Su Qiming, "Mayor Su, you can go back first. I want to sit here for a while."
Su Qiming looked at the sad Lu Yiwei and shook his head. He said to the driver, "Let's go."
Lu Yiwei took out a cigarette and lit it. Scenes of the past appeared in front of him …
The continuous heavy rain made the whole city moldy. At this time, a hole appeared in the dark clouds in the sky. A ray of sunlight shone down. Lu Yiwei reached out to touch the warm sunlight. He seemed to see Su Meng's smile. And this smile was forever frozen in that moment.
"Su Meng, will you come back to see me?" Lu Yiwei asked the sky. He leaned against the pillar and suddenly laughed. His laugh was extremely ugly. Tears rolled down his cheeks and onto his palms. In the crystal clear tears, Su Meng appeared again. And this time he spoke, "Yiwei, we have never left. I am still waiting for you …"
The meteor in the sky streaked across
Do you know how much I miss
Burying the love of youth
Like moonlight pouring on the calm sea.
When the setting sun jumps over the other side of the mountain.
Do you know that I miss
In my hesitation, your shadow appears.
In the endless flow of people, you look back.
Written in the palm of my hand.
The sadness in my heart stays in the sky.
Waiting for the day you appear.
I will carve your ripples on the meteor shower.
Now we are far apart.
Our short encounter is stranded here.
And I will not forget.
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