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I sent a message to Zhou Heng when I drove back to the city: "I've arrived, thank you for your hospitality."
Half an hour later, he replied: "I was busy just now, no need to be polite."
Before I could even put down my phone, Yao Yao called.
"Xiao Meng, tomorrow night, Apricot Village, 6 o'clock, are you coming or not?"
I knew she was talking about the class reunion, and I hesitated in my heart, not replying immediately.
"I know you're afraid of seeing Wang Ze, but it seems like I heard he can't make it because of something."
"We'd better not meet after all!"
I hesitated for a few seconds and said, "Alright then."
Yao Yao: "Okay, see you tomorrow."
There is always someone who will affect your mood, whether it's good or bad, and Wang Ze is the person who can instantly make my mood turn bad.
But what comforts me is that recently, my mom hasn't been forcing me to go on Miai s. I think maybe no one is willing to introduce Miai partners to me again.
After all, the last time Aunt Zhang introduced me, it was very awkward, but I followed my heart and enjoyed myself.
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At the evening class reunion, I just dressed up simply, as I don't belong to the heavy makeup type. As Yao Yao said, a woman like me would lose her femininity if she wore heavy makeup.
When I arrived, Yao Yao was already there, and many familiar faces appeared in front of me.
Everyone greeted me warmly when I arrived, saying, " Ling Ban, please sit here."
During my college years, I was the top student among the girls and also the most efficient in getting things done, so I was the class monitor for the girls.
Everyone always respected me, and I also helped them solve some trivial matters.
For example, who broke up, whose boyfriend cheated, who couldn't finish their homework and needs my help... In summary, that's our class's female director. And the male class monitor is Wang Ze... What's funny is that I can always solve their problems, but I can't handle my own emotions well.
Everyone greeted each other and talked about life after graduation, all expressing their memories and nostalgia for their university days. Many of my classmates have already gotten married and had children, while I remain a solitary figure.
"Yao Yao" is taken, so naturally, the attention turned to me.
They teased, " Ling Ban, still single?"
I smiled awkwardly and said, "Aren't we all trying our best?" Yao Yao then exposed my secret: "The road of Ling Ban Miai s is too long, let me tell you guys..." She described it vividly, and everyone burst into laughter. I didn't mind, it was fine for them to know these jokes.
While everyone was laughing, Yu Min next to me suddenly grabbed my arm, looking shocked. She stuttered, "H-he, how did he come here?" Following her gaze, we saw Wang Ze. It had been two years, but he seemed even more mature and stable than before. With neat short hair and strong features, he looked every bit the elite man.
He walked towards us, his gaze fixed in my direction.
At that moment, my mind went blank. Wasn't he not coming?
Yao Yao saw my face change and quickly grabbed my hand, " Xiao Meng, I'm sorry, I didn't know..."
"Oh, Wang Ban, I thought you weren't coming."
"You're here so late, are you going to punish yourself with three drinks?"
"Yes, yes, I must punish myself."
The voices of my classmates were drowned out by laughter, and my thoughts were in disarray. I pretended to be calm and didn't look at him, but he kept looking in my direction.
He and my classmates were chatting and laughing, and I didn't want to interrupt, so I moved to the corner.
Yao Yao tapped my arm: "Don't look so serious, just treat him as if he's air."
I also want to be the air around him, but am I? Obviously not, he appeared so real in front of me.
I can't recall his resolute departure two years ago, nor can I greet him so calmly.
During the meal, I deliberately sat far away from him, but I could feel his burning gaze occasionally glancing over.
Yu Min sat on my right and whispered to me, "Wang Ban still has you in his heart, consider it." I didn't answer, and the food in my mouth became tasteless. "Can you change your stubborn nature?" Yao Yao was speechless, shaking his head with a sigh.
Yu Min continued, "He's not planning to leave this time, he's staying in Rongcheng. It seems like he broke up with that girl because he couldn't let go of you. Xiao Meng, as an old classmate, I still want to advise you..."
They all think I still have a chance to reconcile with Wang Ze? Yu Min is here as a mediator.
I find it amusing, and suddenly I take a sip of white wine, the hot sensation rushes down my throat, burning all the way to my stomach.
For a long time, I finally uttered a few words: "It's none of my business."
Yu Min saw my firm attitude, smiled awkwardly, and didn't dare to mention Wang Ze again.
During the banquet, everyone was chatting and laughing, but I was barely holding on.
I haven't drunk this much alcohol in a long time. I don't like the taste of alcohol, but at this moment, I am surrounded by this hot and spicy feeling.
I feel my face burning. I've had a bit too much to drink today, but my mind is still clear.
Yao Yao helped me sit on the nearby sofa. I took out my phone, not sure what I wanted to do, and scrolled to Zhou Heng's number, thinking of calling him.
"Have some water."
I stopped what I was doing and looked up to see Wang Ze standing in front of me with a concerned look on his face. He reached out with a cup of water, hoping I would accept it.
"Thanks." I didn't hesitate, drank it all in one go, then put the cup aside. "I'm done. Can you please not block my way?"
I pushed my body away from him and he tightly grabbed my wrist. He lowered his voice, sounding a bit sad, "Xiao Meng, don't do this, it's hard for me to watch." I shook off his hand and remained rational, "You'll feel bad? Wang Ze, you understand me."
"Yes, I understand you. You are so stubborn, once you make up your mind, it won't change. But I still want to give it a try." His dark eyes reflected my image, I avoided his gaze, feeling a lump in my throat. In the end, I told him calmly, "You don't need to try."
I walked past him, greeted another classmate, and left early.
Wang Ze didn't follow me. He knows my personality. Even if he did, we would just part ways without joy.
I walked on the street, letting the cool wind blow on my face, sobering up completely.
The call connected by a stroke of luck, and after a few rings, Zhou Heng finally answered.
" Master, please draw a talisman for me, not to exorcise ghosts, but to drive away people," he said.
Zhou Heng responded with a confused "Mmm."
I choked up a bit and asked him, " Master, is it true that your Taoist priests won't be hurt by emotions?"
He was probably stunned by my sudden question and there was no sound on the phone for a few seconds.
Then, he gently asked me, "What's wrong with you?"
I don't know why, but his caring words completely broke through my defenses, and I couldn't help but cry. He sounded worried on the phone, pressing me, "Tell me, what happened? Please don't cry." I cried sadly on the phone, while he remained silent on the other end.
Until I cried enough, he spoke: "The emotions in the world don't hurt people, people hurt themselves. The unhappiness you encountered today will one day seem insignificant when you look back on it." "Just like when I was a child, so mischievous, looking back, it was precisely because of that, that I am who I am today." His words amused me, because I thought of what Master Xiao Chen said about his childhood, and at that moment, I didn't feel as upset as I did just now.
I laughed through my tears and said, "Master, you are always so rational." His voice became gentler, and I could tell he was smiling on the other end of the phone. He asked me, "Can you tell me what happened?"
"It's nothing, just felt a bit frustrated for a moment and had a drink."
"Girls should drink less."
I couldn't help but laugh, "Master, you truly have a high level of cultivation."
"That's right, after being a Taoist for over ten years, if you still haven't achieved any level of cultivation, then it's all been for nothing."
"So, ordinary people in the mortal world can't compare to you esteemed immortals with extraordinary talents."
Zhou Heng's voice carried a hint of amusement, "We Taoists are also normal people. There's no such thing as extraordinary talents. We also have to eat regular food, and it's impossible to live just by breathing."
I am surprised that his casualness during our chat is different from when we meet in person. In fact, Zhou Heng is not a boring person; on the contrary, he can carry on a conversation about any topic. I am amazed by his knowledge and composure, and I admire his demeanor. This phone call seems to have brought us closer, and our interaction on WeChat has increased.
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