The lunch was very warm. Zou Fang and Chen Shuiping were more and more satisfied with Zhang Ningning. If Zhang Ningning was not the daughter of the provincial governor, Zou Fang would have directly put the marriage on the table for her son. However, because of Zhang Ningning's identity, Zou Fang and Chen Shuiping did not dare to test her rashly. They only talked about some interesting things at home and outside. Zou Fang also talked about some interesting things about Chen Xing's childhood, which made Zhang Ningning laugh.
After lunch, Zhang Ningning helped to clean up the dishes and went into the kitchen to help wash the dishes. Zou Fang waved her hand and said no. How could she let Zhang Ningning, the daughter of the provincial governor, go into the kitchen to work?
"Ningning, you are the guest today. You don't have to do this kind of thing. Otherwise, my mother will feel sorry." Chen Xing smiled and tried to persuade Zhang Ningning, who insisted on helping in the kitchen. Then Zhang Ningning gave up.
Chen Xing had to go back to Ximen in the afternoon. As the county magistrate, he could not disappear for one or two days. Yesterday, he was officially appointed as the county magistrate of Ximen County through the meeting of the National People's Congress. If he disappeared for one or two days in a row, it would be too unreasonable. After lunch and sitting for a while, Chen Xing proposed to go out for a walk. Moreover, it was not convenient for the two young people to talk at home.
Fortunately, it was late autumn. Although it was noon, the weather was not hot. The sun was quietly hiding in the dark clouds, and the ground was very cool. The green environment of the community where Chen Xing lived was very good. They walked along the winding stone path.
The atmosphere was silent. Neither of them spoke first, but this kind of silence didn't make either of them feel unnatural. It was as if it was natural. The willows swayed in the wind. There were a few willows planted beside a small pond in the district. The willows were very green and didn't feel cold at all when the wind blew over. This was the late autumn season in the south. In the north, it was snowing in some places. Only the south could still feel the warmth of the willow wind that didn't feel cold.
A few strands of Zhang Ningning's hair fluttered in the wind, which added some elegance to his temperament. Chen Xing was actually very nervous. He felt that his opportunity had come. This was the best time for him to confess his love. If he missed this day, he did not know when he would have to wait. He had to go back to Ximen, and Zhang Ningning had to go back to Jiang City. It would not be easy to wait for such an opportunity next time. Moreover, Zhang Ningning had already expressed his feelings very implicitly. As a man, it would be too disappointing if he did not take the initiative.
Although he had a real experience of love, confessing had nothing to do with experience. Whether he had experienced it or not, he would still be nervous. No matter how confident he was, everyone would be afraid of being rejected by the other party. Once a man's confession was rejected, it was as if he had lost face. Many people would feel embarrassed.
Chen Xing did not think too much at the moment. He was thinking about how to open his mouth. His palms were already slightly sweaty. Chen Xing, who presided over the first county-wide cadre meeting, had never been nervous. However, at this moment, he was really uneasy. Perhaps he was also afraid of failure in the depths of his heart. Perhaps Zhang Ningning, the favored girl, had given him too much pressure. It was the first time that he had lost so much confidence in himself.
Ningning, I … Chen Xing opened his mouth, but the following words seemed to be blocked in his throat. He squirmed and could not speak. He stared at Zhang Ningning with passionate eyes. Chen Xing's fiery emotions had accumulated into a small volcano in his heart. He reached out to touch the beautiful face that was so close to him. She was so real and yet so far away.
What's wrong with you? If you have something to say, just say it. Why are you hesitating? Zhang Ningning's big and lively eyes stared at Chen Xing. Her crescent-shaped eyebrows seemed to be smiling at Chen Xing, encouraging Chen Xing to say the following words. Her eyes were also full of expectation. This was the collision of the emotional sparks between a man and a woman. Although they were no longer young, love had transcended the boundaries of time, space, and age. No matter which age, love would still collide with fierce sparks.
Chen Xing did not know where his courage came from. In for a penny, in for a pound, in for a pound. He gathered his courage and held Zhang Ningning's hand in his. The sweaty palm revealed the struggle he had gone through in his heart. If it was an ordinary woman, Chen Xing would not be so nervous. However, the woman beside him meant a lot to Chen Xing.
Perhaps feeling the sweat on Chen Xing's palm, Zhang Ningning's little hand slightly broke free and then let Chen Xing hold it. Chen Xing, who noticed this subtle change, was ecstatic. He stared at Zhang Ningning with his fiery eyes and held her hand even tighter, as if he was afraid that Zhang Ningning would escape from his hand. Ningning, will you be my girlfriend?
If I intend to refuse you, why are you holding my hand now? Zhang Ningning shook the hand that was held tightly by Chen Xing and smiled mischievously. A red cloud floated on her white cheeks.
Ningning, does that mean you agree? If you don't speak now, I'll take it as a yes. Chen Xing was so overjoyed that he didn't know what to say. In the end, he only did what he had always wanted to do. He slowly reached out his hand and gently caressed Zhang Ningning's blushing face. This beautiful face was the most beautiful face Chen Xing had ever seen in the world. This woman should only exist in the heavens and not in the mortal world. Chen Xing didn't even dare to exert the slightest bit of strength in his hand for fear of profaning her.
Zhang Ningning's face became redder and redder. She allowed Chen Xing to gently stroke her face. Except for her father and grandfather, Zhang Ningning had never been so intimate with another member of the opposite sex. Feeling the slight itch brought by Chen Xing's rough palm, Zhang Ningning's heart was beating wildly.
Closer, closer, Chen Xing's face was getting closer and closer to Zhang Ningning's beautiful face. With just a little bit, he would be able to kiss Zhang Ningning's rosy lips. Chen Xing's heart also tightened. Should he kiss her? Would it be rude to the beautiful woman? The goddess in his heart was right in front of him. She was not only the most beautiful woman he had ever seen, but also the daughter of a rich and powerful family. She was loved by many. Now, such a woman was right in front of him. Chen Xing was struggling in his heart. Zhang Ningning had already promised to be his girlfriend. Now, it was a question of whether he should kiss her or not. A desire was rising in the depths of Chen Xing's heart. At this moment, Zhang Ningning was incomparably beautiful in front of him.
Zhang Ningning closed her eyes. Her body was trembling slightly. A strong masculine scent came to her face. Feeling Chen Xing's gentle hot breath on her face, she felt ticklish and extremely comfortable. At this moment, Zhang Ningning closed her eyes tightly because of shyness. She didn't know that her action was a strong hint and encouragement to Chen Xing. As his mouth moved forward, Chen Xing's inner excitement was indescribable. He kissed those tender red lips. They were soft and carried the unique light fragrance of Zhang Ningning. Chen Xing kissed them without letting go, but he did not take any further action.
Chen Xing could feel that Zhang Ningning's body tightened in an instant. Then, as he did not take any further action, Zhang Ningning's body slowly relaxed and relaxed. Neither of them moved. Zhang Ningning did not dodge either. At this moment, there was only this young man and woman immersed in a deep and passionate kiss.
After a long time, their lips parted. Zhang Ningning's shy eyes did not dare to look at Chen Xing. Even though she was the God's favored daughter, this was the first time that she had faced a relationship between a man and a woman that could make her blush and her heart beat. In fact, she was just like any other woman. Without the dazzling halo, she was just an ordinary woman who would also feel shy and her heart beat.
Chen Xing quietly recalled the wonderful feeling of the kiss just now. It was like the heartbeat and excitement of a first kiss. Chen Xing did not know how he and Zhao Qing felt during their first innocent and clumsy kiss. That time was too far away for him to remember. However, he was sure that he, who was almost 30 years old, had experienced the beauty and joy of his first kiss again with Zhang Ningning. At that moment, the whole world seemed to suddenly become silent. Except for the two of them, there was no room for anything else. The noise and restlessness of the city suddenly disappeared.
"Ningning, marry me." Chen Xing said this out of curiosity. He looked at Zhang Ningning quietly. Chen Xing was surprised by his boldness and impulsiveness, but he did not regret it. This was what he really wanted to say. Although it was too fast to say it now. After all, he had just pursued her as his girlfriend, and now he wanted to propose to her. This speed was really too fast. Any girl would probably find it hard to accept it. However, Chen Xing did not regret saying such a sentence out of excitement. Words that had been said were like water that had been poured out. Chen Xing did not regret it at all.
Zhang Ningning let out an "ah" and opened her mouth cutely. She was still immersed in the special feeling just now, and the blush on her face had not faded. Then, Chen Xing dropped such a heavy bomb on her. Her mind was in a daze. For a moment, Zhang Ningning did not know how to answer. "Ningning, I really like you.
"Ningning, I really like you. In the past, I didn't dare to have any improper thoughts about you. You're Mr. Zhang's precious granddaughter and Governor Zhang's daughter. Your parents only have you, and you're the apple of their eye. As for me, I'm just a person from an ordinary family. My father is an ordinary teacher, and my mother is just a small civil servant who will never make it to the top. My family is very different from yours. You're a noble and illustrious red family, while I'm just an ordinary grassroots. I didn't dare to have any thoughts about you before, because I was afraid of being laughed at."
I didn't dare to have any thoughts about you before because I was afraid of being laughed at. I was afraid of being said that a toad lusting after a swan's meat, and that I was overconfident. I was also afraid that you would misunderstand that I pursued you because of your family's background and power. Do you know, if you didn't have such an illustrious family and background, I might have been able to pursue you without so many scruples? When I was with you, my mentality was more balanced, because there was not such a big gap between us, and I didn't have to bear so much pressure. I could express my feelings more boldly. It is precisely because your family is too illustrious that when I was with you, even though I noticed that you seemed to have a little bit of affection for me, I still didn't dare to cross the line. I was afraid of arousing any resentment from you, even if it was just a little bit, because I was very worried that we could not even be good friends. "
Chen Xing looked at Zhang Ningning quietly. He had a lot of words in his heart. Even if he felt that he should not say some words to Zhang Ningning, he still wanted to say them. There was an uncontrollable impulse in his heart. "Ningning, did you know that before I was with you, I had an unforgettable love."
As Chen Xing said this, he glanced at Zhang Ningning. Obviously, Zhang Ningning was very curious about his words and pretended to listen attentively.
Chen Xing smiled bitterly in his heart. If he was going to die, so be it. Today, he would say all the words in his heart and show his true self in front of Zhang Ningning. "Before you, I had a girlfriend. It was when I was in college. We were together for four years. She was not bad looking. Of course, she was definitely not as beautiful as you."
Chen Xing smiled self-mockingly. "She never told me what her parents did, but from her usual words and actions, I could tell that she should have a well-off family. She didn't tell me, and I didn't ask. Just like that, we lived together for four years. I naively thought that we would be together in the end because we were not far away from each other. She lived in Jiang City, and it was only about a two-hour drive from Jiang City to Hai City."
"At that time, I laughed at those who advocated breaking up after graduation. They said that there was no real love in college. The so-called love was just a paper contract, a contract that was only valid for the four years of college. After graduation, we would part ways. At that time, I thought that those who advocated breaking up after graduation must be some university loser comforting their inner frustration. It was not until I graduated from college that I realized how naive and naive I was."
"When I graduated, she talked about her parents and family. She said that her mother was the deputy mayor of Jiang City and her father was the chairman of Guo Li Group. When I heard that, I was shocked at first. Then, I had a bad feeling because I could feel it from her expression and tone. As expected, she said that after her mother found out that she had a boyfriend, she was very angry and asked her to break up with me immediately. I asked her at that time," What's your choice? "
"What did she say?" Zhang Ningning interrupted unexpectedly.
Chen Xing raised her head to look at her and continued, "She said that she was willing to work hard with me to convince her parents. No matter how big the difficulties ahead were, she wasn't afraid. As long as she and I loved each other, she would have the courage to overcome all difficulties. She said that she was mentally prepared and asked me if I dared to go to her house. She said that her parents might make things difficult for me. If I didn't want to be embarrassed, I didn't have to go."
"Of course, I said yes. I said that even a girl like you was prepared to face any difficulties. As a man, what was there to be afraid of? No matter if there was a minefield or a bottomless abyss in front of me, I was willing to jump down for you. Moreover, if I went to your house, the worst result would be being kicked out of the house by your parents." Chen Xing smiled calmly.
Zhang Ningning didn't say anything else. She was a girl with an ethereal temperament. When she stood quietly, she seemed to be one with heaven and earth. It was so harmonious and peaceful. If he didn't know that Zhang Ningning was standing beside him, Chen Xing would have thought that she was gone. What Chen Xing didn't notice was that Zhang Ningning was carefully observing his expression when he was talking about the past.
"You should have guessed it. When I went to her house, I was first ridiculed by her parents for a while, and then I was kicked out of the house. Her mother said," If a toad wants to eat swan meat, he must have the ability to climb out of the well. Do I have that ability? " In fact, her mother was right. He didn't have that ability. The level of their family was too far away from me. They had a social circle that I couldn't reach. The people in their social circle were all rich and powerful. I didn't have the ability to see what kind of scenery that world was like.
Since ancient times, heroes didn't care about their family background. Kings, marquises, and generals all had guts. Zhang Ningning said softly. For the first time, she took the initiative to hold Chen Xing's hand and told him the truth calmly. "Wasn't my grandfather a child from an ordinary farmer's family? Later, when the Red Army passed by, he abandoned his farm work and followed the Red Army to join the revolution. He became a child soldier and fought his way through a storm of bullets. There were five gunshot wounds all over his body, and the one in his chest almost took his life. Later, my grandfather always said that he was blessed and that even the King of Hell couldn't carry him away. Although he was rescued, the medical conditions at that time were limited. My grandfather was still ill. When it came to winter, as long as he was a little cold, he would cough. After the founding of the People's Republic, my grandfather was also honored and became one of the founding fathers of the People's Republic.
As the saying goes, one who survives a great disaster is bound to have good fortune later on. My grandfather's old comrades all fell sick and died. Many of them didn't make it through that special period. My grandfather, on the other hand, had a tough life and made it through. Every time my grandfather talked about this, he would cry.
My grandfather often said that we could immediately conquer the country, but we couldn't rule it immediately. We made a lot of mistakes in the early days of the founding of the People's Republic. At that time, no one had the experience of governing the country. Everyone had to learn from their mistakes. This was the stupidest but most direct way to put it. My grandfather said with a smile that when the president asked him to manage the military academy, he was dumbfounded. He told the president that he was illiterate, so how could he manage the military academy? Instead of asking the president, he would be better off training the new recruits.
Zhang Ningning said with a smile, "Later, my grandfather was transferred to assist the Premier in handling the affairs of the Government Affairs Council. My grandfather said that at that time, he was completely ignorant and didn't know anything. He said that after all these years, he summed up one sentence," A poor man has a strong will. A man must have a spirit that refuses to admit defeat. It doesn't matter if you lose at the starting line. The key is whether you are willing to work hard to catch up. "Chen Xing, I believe that heroes don't come from a family background. Your ex-girlfriend's mother will regret it."
Chen Xing nodded and said with a smile, "No matter whether she will regret it or not, what I should do now is to be myself."
"That's right." Zhang Ningning turned to look at Chen Xing and suddenly said, "Have you forgotten her now?
If I haven't forgotten her, do I have the right to say that I like you? Do I have the right to propose to you? " Chen Xing asked Zhang Ningning. Since I have chosen to tell you about my past, it means that I have really forgotten her. I want to start my own happy life again, and you are my choice in this life. I am willing to become a white-haired old man and an old woman with you. Zhang Ningning, are you willing? "
After Chen Xing finished speaking, he stared at Zhang Ningning. Zhang Ningning looked back at him quietly and didn't say anything. Chen Xing gradually felt a little disappointed. Perhaps he was too impatient. They had just confirmed their relationship today, but he already remembered to propose to her. No matter which woman it was, she would hesitate. Chen Xing smiled bitterly and said, "Zhang Ningning, I know that I was indeed too impatient, but I don't regret what I said. Because I think that if you love someone, you should pursue it boldly. No matter whether you succeed or not, at least I have tried. If I succeed, I will be glad that I plucked up my courage. If I fail, I will have no regrets. After all, I have pursued it before.
Chen Xing lifted his head and gazed into the distance. He had said too many things today. Now that he thought about it, his mind was completely blank. In fact, he had almost forgotten what he had just said. His heart was calm as he waited for Zhang Ningning's reply. At this moment, Chen Xing was not nervous at all. Perhaps it was just like what he had said earlier. Regardless of whether he succeeded or not, as long as he worked hard and tried, he would not have any regrets. Wasn't love the same? Young people should be brave enough to take big strides forward on the path of love.
Although the words you said to me just now were very old-fashioned. Zhang Ningning smiled and said, "But it was the most beautiful words I have ever heard. I am thinking about what we will look like when we become white-haired in the future. I wonder if we will become a pair of old men and old women.
Ningning, you agree, right? " Chen Xing's eyes suddenly opened wide.
"What do you think?" At the last moment, Zhang Ningning kept Chen Xing in suspense. "By the way, you haven't told me your ending yet. Who gave up fighting first? I really want to know the answer."
Chen Xing smiled bitterly. Zhang Ningning's thought process was really fast. He shook his head and said helplessly, "The final result is a bit ridiculous. Just when I thought she didn't give up and was still working hard for our future, she shattered all my hopes with a phone call to tell me the good news. She said she was going to get married, and her fiancé was the son of a senior official of the Provincial Party Committee. He was a good match for her family. She chose to accept the arrangement given by her family. She finally said three words to me," I'm sorry. "
When I crazily wanted to see her, she didn't answer my phone call. She only replied with a text message, "It's better to miss each other than to see each other." Ha, don't you think it's ridiculous? It's ridiculous that I thought she didn't give up. I worked hard to pass the civil service exam and wanted to prove to her parents that I was a young man with potential. Unfortunately, it was all in vain. Perhaps no matter how hard I worked, in her parents' eyes, I could never have any great achievements.
Zhang Ningning nodded silently. When she heard that Chen Xing didn't give up first, she finally had no doubts in her heart. She had already made the most important decision in her life. She looked at Chen Xing quietly. "Chen Xing, she doesn't know how to cherish you. I will cherish you. One day, I will let everyone know that you are the best."
At this moment, there was no need for superfluous words. Chen Xing hugged Zhang Ningning tightly. His eyes were wet. Holding Zhang Ningning's soft and boneless body, he didn't have any other thoughts. He just wanted to hug her like this. The two of them were inseparable.
After a long time, Chen Xing didn't want to let go of her even for a moment. In the end, it was Zhang Ningning who said shyly, "Chen Xing, we are outside and there are people watching.
What are you afraid of? Let whoever wants to watch. If they are capable, they should find a fairy-like wife like me. Otherwise, let them watch and be jealous. " Chen Xing smiled.
"Fairy-Like? You only know how to say nice words." The corners of Zhang Ningning's mouth curled up slightly. The smile on her face couldn't be more obvious.
"Ningning, what I said is the truth. It's true. In my eyes, you are more beautiful than a fairy. If I lied to you, I will be struck by lightning …"
Before Chen Xing could finish his words, Zhang Ningning covered his mouth. Zhang Ningning looked up at Chen Xing and shook her head slightly, not allowing him to say anything inauspicious. Their eyes met and they knew each other's thoughts. They smiled at each other and interlocked their fingers.
In the office of Hai City Municipal Government, in the office of Mayor Zhao Yiping, Hong Yan, Zhao Yiping's secretary, was telling him the news she had just inquired. When he heard that the matter was related to Chen Xing, Zhao Yiping couldn't help but frown. Every time he heard this name, Zhao Yiping felt uncomfortable.
One of the victims was Chen Xing's classmate. Perhaps it was because of this relationship that Chen Xing worked so hard to seek justice for them. Hong Yan explained her analysis. The Municipal Party Committee had already expressed great concern about the attempted rape case involving Wu An. Naturally, it was impossible for the Municipal Government to not get wind of it. Their leader and Huang Kunming had always been fighting openly and secretly. This matter might involve Deputy Mayor Li Zhongmin, so Zhao Yiping also paid attention to it and hurriedly asked her to inquire about it. When Hong Yan learned that one of the victims was Chen Xing's classmate, she took it for granted that Chen Xing was standing up for his classmate. She didn't even think that Chen Xing and the two female victims were in a relationship.
Huang Kunming wanted to seize this matter to make a big fuss. If he let it go on like this, he might really get something on him. Li Zhongmin was really too much. He was an old cadre, but he was so unreliable in doing things. Zhao Yiping also called Huang Kunming's name in front of the secretary. It could be seen to the extent of the conflict between the two party leaders.
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