New Year's Eve in 2004, same place, same people.
Zhou Chen and Wang Ying celebrated New Year's Eve together at Zhou Chen's place just like last year's New Year's Eve.
Wang Ying leaned in Zhou Chen's arms, looking at the fireworks in the sky outside, her expression full of happiness and satisfaction.
"Part of last year's wishes have come true this year. We are still celebrating the New Year together this year. It's great."
"This year is our second New Year's Eve together. Next year, the year after, and every year after that, no matter where we are, we will celebrate New Year's Eve together, I promise you."
Although it is the same day, the New Year's Eve day still has a different meaning than an ordinary day, especially for the two of them who have made an agreement.
"Well, I believe we will."
Wang Ying has an inexplicable confidence in her heart. She said it last year and it will be realized this year. It will definitely be the same next year. In this way, year by year, her wish will really be fulfilled.
"When I go abroad, let's go skiing at a ski resort together. I haven't been to a large ski resort like that yet. Can you ski?"
"Yes, can you do the same?"
"I won't."
Zhou Chen looked embarrassed: "No? No, you still want to go skiing?"
Wang Ying said matter-of-factly: "I don't know how, but you can. If I were alone or with others, I probably wouldn't dare to ski. But with you, with you by my side, I won't be able to ski."
Don’t be afraid anymore, because I know you will teach me and protect me.”
Zhou Chen gently pinched her nose: "You are really smart, but you are right. I will teach you and protect you. Even if I fall, I will not let you fall."
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When Wang Ying heard this, she happily held Zhou Chen's face and kissed him.
"I can't wait."
The Spring Festival in 2004 was earlier than in previous years, so Zhou Chen needed to return to San Francisco earlier. After a period of consideration, He Xiaozhou also made a decision to go with Zhou Chen so that they could take care of each other.
The night before leaving, everyone had dinner together, and then went home separately, leaving more space and time for the two couples who were about to separate.
For Zhou Chen and Wang Ying, the several separations after they established their relationship are no longer as difficult as the first time, because Wang Ying knows that there is countless time in their future, and if she misses her too much, Zhou Chen will come back.
Look at her, she can also go to the United States to find Zhou Chen.
But for the couple He Xiaozhou and Xiao Qianxi, this separation has a different meaning.
Since Xiao Qianxi came to Beiqing University, she has not been back home once for more than two years. She has always stayed at the school. Since she and He Xiaozhou became lovers, they have not been separated for a long time and have been together almost every day.
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For now, the two of them can definitely be regarded as representatives of a loving couple, and they are still a mature and independent type of couple.
Now that they are suddenly separated, and they are separated in a foreign country, it is really difficult for the two of them to control their emotions.
He Xiaozhou and Xiao Qianxi held hands and walked together for more than ten minutes without saying a word, because both of them had complicated feelings and didn't know how to express them.
Xiao Qianxi's mood was more complicated than that of He Xiaozhou, because she strongly advocated He Xiaozhou's study abroad, and it was she who took the initiative to ask Wang Ying for help.
She had her own ideas and plans. For the sake of a better life for them in the future, she felt that letting He Xiaozhou study abroad was the best choice.
Especially since Zhou Chen was still in the United States and had promised to let He Xiaozhou enter the collaborative laboratory of Stanford University, she felt that this was a good opportunity for He Xiaozhou.
I just understood it in my heart, but when it was time to separate, the reluctance and sadness in my heart suddenly surged into my heart.
"Xiaozhou."
"Qianxi."
The two spoke at the same time, and He Xiaozhou smiled gently: "You speak first."
Xiao Qianxi took a breath and said: "Xiao Zhou, when you get to Stanford University, you must take good care of yourself. Don't worry about me. I will take good care of myself here and study hard. I will try to study abroad with you next year."
Reunion.”
"Um."
He Xiaozhou responded softly. Although neither of them liked asking for help, this time they still asked Zhou Chen for help. If Xiao Qianxi could pass the exam, Zhou Chen promised to help her get a place to study at Stanford University.
Then she can be reunited with He Xiaozhou.
Their idea is also very simple. Since they all owe Zhou Chen so many favors, it doesn't matter if they owe one more person. They will pay it off slowly in the future.
"Qianxi, you don't have to put pressure on yourself. I will work hard after I go. When you go too, we will study while working. We will definitely get better in the future."
Xiao Qianxi's face showed a look of yearning, and she was also looking forward to that day. Although they were in a difficult situation now, they had taken the first step, and by working together in the future, they would surely have a bright future.
She has confidence.
"Xiao Zhou, don't worry about your family. I will visit my uncle regularly."
After He Xiaozhou's mother passed away, his father found another job. Although it was hard work, it was no problem to support himself, but he was definitely not as good as a woman in taking care of the family.
"Thank you, Qianxi, for you and for our future, I will definitely work hard. You are right. Our starting point is lower than others, so we have to put in more effort and energy than others, and we will live a better life."
Good times.”
"With your words, I feel at ease. You are right, we will definitely be able to do it."
Under the dim street lights, two heart-to-heart lovers hugged each other tightly, feeling each other's warmth and reluctance.
Compared to the two of them, Zhou Chen and Wang Ying are much more straightforward. They express their emotions more with actions, wishing they could blend in with each other and never be separated again.
The next morning, Wang Ying rarely stayed in bed. Even though she had consumed too much last night, she got up early and helped Zhou Chen pack his luggage like a wife.
"I bought you new underwear, so you don't need the old ones, and..."
While Wang Ying was cleaning up, she was giving instructions to Zhou Chen. As she spoke, her voice became choked with sobs.
Even though she knew very well that this was only a short separation, she still couldn't maintain her usual rationality. The closer it was to separation, the more uncomfortable it became.
Zhou Chen hugged her from behind and comforted her softly: "It's not like I won't come back. If you miss me too much, just call me and I'll fly back right away. The dignified Miss Yingying is willing to buy underwear for me.
My pants are down, I’m really touched.”
Wang Ying whispered: "I don't know why, why do I become so soft in front of you? It's not like me at all."
"Because you love me, that's why you do this."
Zhou Chen hugged Wang Ying and rubbed her cheek, very intimately.
"It's almost time, we are going to the airport."
"I know, the driver is already waiting downstairs."
Wang Ying wiped her red eyes, helped Zhou Chen pack his luggage, and then walked out of the house with Zhou Chen.
At the airport, when Zhou Chen and Wang Ying arrived, He Xiaozhou and the others were already here. In addition to Xiao Qianxi, Xie Qiao and Qin Chuan were also here to see them off.
I was always reluctant to leave when I was leaving. No matter how strong I usually am, at this moment I can't control my emotions.
Yiyi said goodbye for a long time, and finally Zhou Chen and He Xiaozhou walked into the checkpoint and prepared to board the plane.
Xiao Qianxi, on the other hand, had already burst into tears. Xie Qiao was much better than her, but she also shed tears of reluctance. Wang Ying, on the other hand, held back her tears.
As time passed by, Qin Chuan finally couldn't stand any longer.
"Let me tell you, three ladies, how long are you going to stand and prepare to transform into the Wangfu Stone?"
Under Qin Chuan's jokes, the three women's emotions slowly calmed down, and then they had no choice but to leave.
"How long will it take for Xiaozhou and the others to take the flight? I wonder if they will be tired." Xiao Qianxi asked.
Wang Ying replied: "It's more than ten hours, but you don't have to worry about whether they are tired. Zhou Chen booked a first-class ticket, so he won't be tired."
Qin Chuan exclaimed: "What? A first-class ticket. Xiaozhou made a profit this time. I have flown so many times and I have never even seen a first-class ticket."
"Qin Chuan, is this the point you're talking about?"
Xie Qiao was very dissatisfied. She didn't care whether she was traveling first class or not. What she cared about was that her brother He Xiaozhou, who she had admired for many years, had a crush on, and had a very close relationship with, had gone away. She didn't know when they would see each other again.
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After getting on the plane, He Xiaozhou followed Zhou Chen very restrainedly. When he and Zhou Chen walked into the first class cabin, he suddenly showed hesitation.
"Zhou Chen, are the seats on the plane so luxurious?"
"This is first class. It's different from economy class. It has fewer seats and is more comfortable. Please take your seat first."
There was a dedicated flight attendant to serve them, and both of them sat down in their own seats. He Xiaozhou was still not used to it.
To be continued...