After returning to his grandfather’s house, Wu Chun was completely silly.
He had never imagined that his first meeting with Xu Shi Yao would be in such a situation.
Or to put it another way, Wu Chun had never thought that he and Xu Shi Yao would reach this point.
After all, being one human and one ghost, they were inherently different. He wasn’t sure if they could do the things that humans can do.
But Wu Chun overlooked one thing – he could have direct contact with Xu Shi Yao!
Being able to have direct contact, to hug, to kiss! What else couldn’t they do?
Wu Chun lay on the bed, the lingering sensation of coolness behind him, his eyes staring blankly at the ceiling.
Wu Chun didn’t dare to close his eyes. When he closed his eyes, those scenes began to appear before him. He remembered that he had only said a few words, but Xu Shi Yao, despite his inexperience, handled everything with such ease that he didn’t seem like he didn’t know anything.
Indeed, when it comes to this aspect, guys, no matter in what form they appear, never completely forget.
They just need a spark.
Xu Shi Yao slowly explored the entire process, effortlessly navigating the situation. Wu Chun was completely under his control, not to mention the circumstances at that time. The thought of it made Wu Chun wish he could find a place to hide.
While others might be taking things slowly, he and Xu Shi Yao were ready to soar into the heavens in an instant.
Perhaps they could even pluck a star from the sky after the battle. Unfortunately, due to Xu Shi Yao’s naturally cool temperament, Wu Chun remained in an extremely alert state throughout the entire process.
Ironically, Xu Shi Yao hadn’t thought that far ahead. He simply remembered what Wu Chun had said – Shili Mountain was his territory, and he just didn’t want Wu Chun lying on the ground.
Even after it all ended, Wu Chun heard Xu Shi Yao whisper in his ear, “Wu Chun, should it be you marrying me or me marrying you?”
A real man can yield when necessary, and Wu Chun surrendered on the spot!
As long as they were together, it didn’t matter who married whom. There was no need to vie for things that had no hope of winning.
Wu Chun came down from Shili Mountain close to midnight, and at this time, most of the villagers in the village had already gone to sleep.
Wu Chun was held in Xu Shi Yao’s arms, and the sensation of pain wasn’t that pronounced. The most evident mark on Wu Chun’s body was the lingering sensation of coolness that persisted.
Summer makes people comfortable, with a refreshing feeling from the inside out.
But in winter…
Wu Chun pondered for a moment, then picked up the blanket to cover himself.
“Time to sleep!” Wu Chun muttered softly in the dark. After a moment’s thought, he still felt uneasy. He reached up and tugged at the pinecone around his neck, muttering fiercely at it, “You wait for me tomorrow during the day!”
If he couldn’t handle Xu Shi Yao, could he really not handle a tree?
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It wasn’t until the following day that Wu Chun began to feel the soreness in his body. Perhaps the cooling sensation Xu Shi Yao left on him had dissipated overnight.
Rubbing his waist, Wu Chun wished he could run up Shili Mountain at that very moment and vent his complaints to that pine tree.
Unfortunately, he had promised the village chief to visit the village for a while.
Wu Chun lightly patted his waist, and at that moment, his grandfather coincidentally walked in from outside. Seeing Wu Chun’s condition, he immediately asked with concern, “Chun Chun, what’s wrong with you?”
Wu Chun immediately stood up straight.
“It’s nothing.” Wu Chun concealed it, quickly making up an excuse. “Just now, when I came out, I accidentally bumped into something.”
“You’re a grown person, and you’re still not being careful enough,” his grandfather scolded, about to lift Wu Chun’s clothes. From the looks of it, he intended to check Wu Chun’s injury.
Wu Chun immediately stepped aside and anxiously said, “I’m really fine, Grandfather.”
While Wu Chun said this aloud, he secretly complained to himself that Xu Shi Yao had been so focused on proving himself last night that it was inevitable to leave some marks on him that shouldn’t be seen.
It’s better not to let his grandfather see these marks; after all, no matter how you looked at them, those marks didn’t seem like they were from bumping into something.
“Really not needed?” his grandfather asked.
“Really not needed,” Wu Chun smiled and said, “Grandfather, I’ve already made plans with the village chief to go check the land today. I’ll head there first. The weather is hot, so you shouldn’t go wandering around. Just stay home.”
After saying this, Wu Chun endured his physical discomfort and hurried out of the house.
Throughout the morning, Wu Chun followed the village chief around the village, getting a rough idea of the village’s situation in recent years. Finally, Wu Chun and the village chief arrived at the piece of land they had agreed to visit.
Upon arriving at the location, the first thing Wu Chun did was look up.
Amongst the numerous pine trees, that one pine tree was truly conspicuous.
It’s like a genuine item amidst a group of counterfeits, and those who know their stuff can easily pick it out.
And Wu Chun, he’s the one who understands Xu Shi Yao, the only person who, when gazing at Shili Mountain, can immediately recognize the pine tree Xu Shi Yao is in.
“What do you plan to do with this piece of land?” the village chief asked.
“Chief, how do you think planting mulberries here would work?” Wu Chun cautiously inquired.
“Mulberries? You mean silk farming?”
“Yes, exactly,” Wu Chun nodded. “I visited a few nearby villages before, and I found that some of them have already started doing this. It seems to yield a decent profit annually. The terrain here is similar, so I think it’s worth a try.”
The village chief listened to Wu Chun’s words and fell into contemplation. After a while, he mused, “Commercial cultivation like this requires proper access.”
“That’s why I mentioned building roads first!”
Saying this, Wu Chun stepped onto the land, spreading his arms wide. Not far from here was the lake, and a breeze blew over the water, bringing a slightly damp and cool sensation.
Wu Chun couldn’t sense the heat, injecting his energy into the pinecone at this time every year seemed to have become one of the most firmly ingrained memories for Xu Shi Yao.
For the first time, Wu Chun experienced what it meant to unconsciously welcome the summer season.
“I want the villagers to see that these things can really bring in money. At that point, I think we won’t even need to proactively convince them. Instead, we can start from within their hearts. Chief, this is the lesson you taught me.”
The village chief fixed his gaze on Wu Chun’s face. In the span of four years, it could be said that he had changed a lot, and it could also be said that he hadn’t changed at all.
As his experience grew, Wu Chun began to mature. He wouldn’t act impulsively when faced with situations; he would always carefully consider things. However, that stubbornness and self-assuredness within him had never diminished by even half a bit.
The village chief’s facial expression gradually relaxed. He smiled and quipped, “It seems I’m still a frog at the bottom of a well after all. Real experience can’t be learned solely from books. I need to practice and observe more.”
“No problem. Now the village chief can also go observe and learn from nearby villages,” Wu Chun said with a smile.
“But I don’t have your kind of courage,” the village chief unexpectedly said. He walked up to Wu Chun and let out a slow sigh. “Perhaps I’ve been disappointed in myself. When I came here originally, I was filled with enthusiasm, but in the end, I accomplished nothing. So, Wu Chun…” The village chief’s tone suddenly became solemn, as if entrusting something very important, “Regardless of whether you succeed or fail in the future, don’t be disappointed in this place, and even more importantly, don’t be disappointed in yourself.”
Wu Chun’s expression also turned serious. He smiled but responded with a firm tone, “Rest assured, Chief. Since I’ve agreed to take on this land, I will definitely follow through.”
“Good!” The village chief patted Wu Chun’s shoulder with force. “What do you need? Just tell me, don’t hesitate.”
“In that case, I won’t hold back. Perhaps you could help me build a small silkworm shed here. I’ve saved up some money over my four years in college, but it might not be enough.”
“That’s easy to arrange.” The village chief readily agreed, “I’ll cover the remaining expenses.”
“Great! However, Chief, I have another request,” Wu Chun said with a smile. “Could you make this matter bigger within the village? It would be best if everyone knew about it.”
The village chief was taken aback for a moment. After a pause, he smiled and said, “But you should know what you’ll face if you don’t succeed.”
“Becoming the laughingstock of the whole village,” Wu Chun casually voiced this statement, appearing completely unbothered. “I’ve long been prepared for that. Besides, if I were to not do something just because of worrying about that, then I might as well not do anything at all. Because whatever you do, there’s always a chance of failure.”
Wu Chun’s response surprised the village chief, and he reached out to pat Wu Chun’s shoulder once again, saying with meaningful emphasis, “Alright, I’ll follow your lead, Wu Chun. I have high hopes for you!”
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Before evening, Wu Chun finally reached Shili Mountain.
Standing in front of the pine tree, Wu Chun let out a slow breath of relief.
Fortunately, he arrived before Xu Shi Yao came out.
Wu Chun pinched his waist and confidently circled the pine tree.
“How come I didn’t realize how domineering you are, Xu Shi Yao?” Wu Chun complained indignantly. “I told you to stop last night, but it’s like I was completely ignored.”
Wu Chun playfully patted his waist and then said in a resigned tone, “Can you believe it? I’m getting older, my arms and legs aren’t what they used to be. How can I withstand your antics?”
As he spoke, Wu Chun suddenly felt a gust of wind behind him. Before he could react, he was pulled into an embrace, his waist immediately held by a pair of hands that gently kneaded it.
Naturally, Wu Chun leaned into Xu Shi Yao’s embrace, savoring this moment of comfort.
“Was I really fierce last night?” after a moment, Xu Shi Yao asked cautiously.
“Yes, yes, you were way too fierce!” Wu Chun quickly replied.
However, after he finished speaking, there was no response behind him.
Wu Chun waited for an answer, but as he contemplated turning around to look, he was met with Xu Shi Yao’s face, which carried a sense of guilt and hesitation.
“I won’t do it like that again next time,” the other person’s tone sounded as if they had pondered over it for a long time before reaching a decision.
This response left Wu Chun bewildered. “Are you saying you won’t do that kind of thing again?”
“Yes,” Xu Shi Yao nodded. “I didn’t realize it would make you hurt and tired.”
Wu Chun: “…”
At this moment, Wu Chun felt that a single character could aptly describe Xu Shi Yao: Got the gist, but not entirely.
“Next time, you can actually be more gentle,” Wu Chun whispered.
“What?”
“I said, if you’re gentler, I won’t react like this,” Wu Chun slightly raised his voice. Even though things had happened between them, he still felt embarrassed talking about it.
Unexpectedly, Xu Shi Yao wasn’t shy at all. He replied almost without any hesitation, “Alright, I’ll be more gentle!”
A Soybean:
Approaching the start of the school year, I suddenly got informed that I have to participate in a mathematical modeling competition. I don’t even know my new classmates yet! In the freshman group, we’re scrambling to form teams, and every day I’m doubting myself, it’s…
The main thing is, I want to request some time off…
I’m overwhelmed and can’t keep up, wuwuwu.
Jesus what in the world is a math modeling competition? Sounds scary 😭