mesbooks Chapter 281 You Are No More Than Me
Chapter 281 You Are No More Than Me
At dawn in the early morning, the sky seemed to be gently painted by nature, the outstanding painter. A cloud of light pink appeared, and the soft color slowly spread among the clouds, as if covering the world with a layer of dreamy veil.
Jiang Chengyu was still half asleep and half awake. He reached out to touch the place beside him out of habit, but was surprised to find that Xiaoji's figure had disappeared.
This sudden situation woke him up from his confusion instantly, and his consciousness suddenly became clear.
He quickly stood up and looked around vigilantly. The room was silent, with only the faint dawn light shining through the gaps in the curtains, barely illuminating some corners.
He slowly uncovered the quilt, got out of bed and walked to the cotton stool at the end of the bed, picked up his pajamas and put them on neatly. Then, he walked straight to the door, with a hint of urgency in every step.
After opening the door, he tiptoed down to the gym. In the quiet living room, the only sound he could hear was his own heartbeat, which was boiling with nervousness and doubt. The heartbeat seemed particularly clear and powerful in the silence, like a solitary battle song.
When he walked to the door of the gym, he gently grasped the door handle and turned it slowly, and the door opened quietly.
At first glance, Mu Xiaoji was seen sitting alone on the yoga mat. She had an upright posture, sitting cross-legged with her eyes closed, and was concentrating on practicing the internal energy method that Jiang Chengyu had taught her before.
His face appeared exceptionally serene and peaceful in the dim light, and his whole body seemed to emanate a faint halo, a unique aura woven together from concentration and tenacity.
When Jiang Chengyu saw this scene, his expression, which was originally tense due to worry, instantly relaxed, and a smile as bright as the sun bloomed involuntarily at the corner of his mouth.
He slowly approached Mu Xiaoji, taking light steps, fearing to disturb his practice. When he got close, he asked softly, "Why didn't you let me help you heal during this period?"
When Mu Xiaoji heard his voice, he slowly opened his eyes, his eyes showing determination and tenderness, and he responded softly:
"I will practice on my own from now on. I think that since I didn't ask you to help me heal these days, you didn't fall asleep again, and your mental state has improved a lot."
Jiang Chengyu tilted his head slightly, with a faint smile still on his lips, and said, "Xiao Ji, it has nothing to do with this, don't think too much."
Mu Xiaoji raised his head slightly, looked into Jiang Chengyu's eyes calmly, and said seriously: "Little demon beast, I will practice on my own every day from now on. I don't want to be a burden to you. I just want you to stay with me forever."
After hearing what he said, Jiang Chengyu said nothing more. He just sat down quietly beside Mu Xiaoji, and used his hands as if drawing the Bagua, and raised his true energy gracefully and steadily. The true energy was like a lively stream, and began to slowly circulate around the tendons and veins throughout the body.
So, in this quiet morning, the two of them practiced their morning exercises together in perfect harmony, as if the whole world was left with only them and the endless flow of true qi. In this small world, they built a quiet and powerful world that belonged only to them.
Time passed by quietly and silently like a trickle of water. Jiang Chengyu and Mu Xiaoji were still immersed in the practice of their skills.
Their eyes were tightly closed, and beads of sweat the size of beans hung on their foreheads and cheeks. The sweat sliding down their cheeks was like the messenger of time, telling bit by bit of their focused persistence and determination at the moment.
In this quiet yet powerful atmosphere, the only sounds are their even and steady breathing and the faint sound of the flow of vital energy.
Just as the two were about to finish this morning class, a crisp and abrupt phone ring suddenly broke the silence.
Mu Xiaoji's eyelashes fluttered slightly, and then she slowly spread her arms, like an elegant white crane spreading its wings.
He methodically put away his skills and gently opened his eyes. The concentration and calmness he had during his training still remained in his eyes.
He reached out and picked up the phone beside him. His eyes inadvertently swept across the screen and saw the caller ID of Xing Zhongxing, so he quickly answered the call and said politely, "Hello, Captain Xing."
On the other end of the phone, Xing Zhongxing's signature smiling voice came: "Mr. Mu, I'm sorry to disturb your sweet dream, right?"
Mu Xiaoji raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a faint smile, and responded softly: "Captain Xing means that you haven't slept yet? Or did you get up too early?"
Xing Zhongxing was still cheerful, laughing heartily: "Let's get back to the point. Xiaoyang Village will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the completion of the mountain tunnel project tomorrow. As far as I know, Secretary Xie specially invited you to cut the ribbon! When will you leave?"
Upon hearing this, Mu Xiaoji raised his head slightly, took a long breath, and said with emotion: "If you hadn't mentioned it, I would have really forgotten about it. Is Captain Xing planning to set off today?"
Xing Zhongxing answered straightforwardly: "Yes, I will go to Anzhen with Director Fu. Why don't you set off now? We will meet in Anzhen, and I will introduce you to Director Fu. He has made great efforts in the work of Xiaoyang Village this time!"
Mu Xiaoji subconsciously looked at Jiang Chengyu after hearing this, with a hint of inquiry and contemplation in her eyes. Jiang Chengyu nodded slightly, as if to give her support and affirmation.
Seeing this, Mu Xiaoji turned around and said to the phone: "Okay! Let's meet in Anzhen. That..."
Xing Zhongxing keenly caught the pause in her words and couldn't help but teasing, "What? When did you start to stutter?"
Mu Xiaoji didn't mind and asked directly: "How are Wu Lan and Zhai Minghao recovering? Are they going?"
Xing Zhongxing replied: "Wu Lan has already returned to work, and Zhai Minghao has also recovered well. Considering the severity of his injuries, let him rest for another half a year and observe before returning to work."
Mu Xiaoji sincerely praised: "Captain Xing is considerate of his subordinates. I admire him."
Xing Zhongxing smiled and asked again: "If you have any other questions, just ask."
Mu Xiaoji shook his head. Although Xing Zhongxing couldn't see it, he still said, "No more. See you in Anzhen."
Xing Zhongxing said decisively: "Okay, see you in Anzhen"
After they finished talking, they hung up the phone, and then Mu Xiaoji and Jiang Chengyu began to prepare for their upcoming trip.
Jiang Chengyu and Mu Xiaoji hurried back to the room and quickly packed some necessary clothes. Jiang Chengyu folded the clothes one by one neatly and put them in the suitcase, then walked downstairs steadily with the suitcase.
Mu Xiaoji followed closely behind, his eyes revealing a hint of firmness and determination.
As soon as he walked into the living room, he saw Mu Huiying coming out of the kitchen. With a hint of coldness on her face, she looked directly at Jiang Chengyu and asked coldly, "You? Have you figured it out? Are you leaving?"
Jiang Chengyu was a little overwhelmed by this sudden questioning. His eyes flickered unconsciously and his mouth opened slightly. He was about to speak but didn't know how to explain.
At this slightly awkward moment, Mu Xiaoji's deep and powerful voice rang out in the living room:
"During the Chinese New Year, Secretary Xie invited us to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony of Xiaoyang Village. Tomorrow, the Xiaoyang Village mountain tunnel project will be completed and the ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held. Little Monster will accompany me to the scene to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony."
As he spoke, Mu Xiaoji slowly approached Mu Huiying step by step, his eyes fixed on his mother, his eyes full of sincerity and solemnity:
"Mom, please don't make things difficult for the little monster anymore. I am his only relative here. If he leaves me, he will be alone. How can you comfort his lonely heart?"
Mu Huiying heard this, smiled coldly, and retorted: "I didn't embarrass him, I just want you to live a normal life."
Mu Xiaoji interrupted Mu Huiying eagerly, a little excited: "I don't think there is anything wrong with us, Mom!
I have always thought that you are cultured, not conservative, not mediocre, and have your own unique views on worldly concepts; I didn't expect that you are just like that. "
Mu Huiying's face changed slightly, and she raised her voice a few degrees, strongly objecting: "Studying is to give you more choices in this world, not to make you blindly and irrationally break the rules."
Mu Xiaoji took a deep breath, tried to calm herself down, and said, "Mom, I don't want to hurt you; society is constantly developing, and ideas are constantly evolving; instead of clinging to the old ways.
Today I don’t think my decision was wrong, but I hope everyone will respect Little Devil; what did he do wrong? He should pay for our misunderstanding. ”
The atmosphere in the living room froze instantly, and the three of them fell silent. Only the morning sunlight shone through the window onto the ground, forming patches of light and shadow, which seemed to silently tell the story of the collision and struggle of family values.
Mu Huiying stood there, her lips trembling slightly, and her hesitant look seemed to be frozen in time.
Her heart seemed to be hit by surging waves. Many words were on the tip of her tongue, but they were blocked by Mu Xiaoji's sharp and determined eyes.
Jiang Chengyu quietly watched the tense confrontation between the mother and son, and his heart was like a pot of overturned five flavors, with all kinds of feelings coming up.
He was grateful to Mu Xiaoji for standing up for him without hesitation. His protective feelings were like the warm sunshine in spring, warming his heart.
But at the same time, he felt helpless and guilty about the sudden conflict within the family, as if he was the stone that broke the calm surface of the lake, causing waves.
Time passed slowly in this solemn atmosphere. After a long time, she slowly said, exhausted both physically and mentally: "Xiao Ji, you have grown up and have your own ideas and opinions.
But you have to know that everything mom does is out of love and worry for you."
When Mu Xiaoji heard his mother's words, his expression eased a little. He walked forward slowly, stretched out his hand and gently held his mother's shoulder.
His eyes were sincere and earnest: "Mom, I know you love me. But I also hope you can try to understand me and the little monster. We have our own way of life and pursuits, and we are also trying to find our own happiness."
At this time, Jiang Chengyu took a deep breath, trying to muster up the courage to break the deadlock. He opened his mouth slightly, and the word "Mom" was about to come out, but was instantly blocked by Mu Huiying's sharp eyes like a knife.
There seemed to be a thousand words in those eyes, including hesitation about his identity, worry about his son's future, and resistance to this unconventional relationship.
At this moment, Jiang Chengyu recalled the intense scene from last time, "Mom, I'm sorry."
"I'm not your mother, and I don't have a son like you." Mu Huiying said resolutely in a cold voice.
Jiang Chengyu was instantly ashamed. He felt ashamed to face the meaningful gaze of Mu's mother. He lowered his head silently, carrying the suitcase, and turned around slowly with heavy steps;
That lonely figure seemed to be abandoned by the world. Step by step, it gradually disappeared at the place where light and shadow intersected at the door, leaving only endless silence and unknown follow-up echoing in this empty house.