si-mexico Chapter 256 Farewell to Chen Runping
Chapter 256 Farewell to Chen Runping
Chen Runping and Zhao Zhaodi tacitly chose a quiet corner to sit down, each selecting a book they had long admired from the bookshelf, and then immersed themselves in the sea of words.
Time slips away quietly, and before you know it, the whole day is over.
As the sun sets, the orange-red afterglow shines through the windows into the library, bathing the entire space in a warm and soft glow.
Chen Runping and Zhao Zhaodi slowly closed their books, stood up gently, and walked with slightly heavy steps toward where they had parked their bicycles.
They skillfully unlocked the car, their movements slow and gentle, as if afraid to break the tranquility of the moment.
The two straightened up and stood quietly in place, their eyes meeting involuntarily.
In that instant, everything around them seemed to freeze, leaving only the endless reluctance and deep longing in their eyes.
Their eyes were like two intertwined beams of light, containing too many emotions that could not be expressed in words.
Although they had a thousand words surging in their hearts at this moment, their throats seemed to be choked by something, and they didn't know how to speak.
Even so, they still know deeply that they each harbor their own grand dreams and persistent pursuits.
Those dreams, like dazzling stars in the night sky, shine brightly and always guide them forward, bravely pursuing the light and hope of the future.
Although this parting is like a sharp sword, mercilessly piercing each other's hearts and causing them endless pain and sorrow, they firmly believe deep down that all the effort and sacrifices made to pursue that dazzling dream are worthwhile and meaningful.
The two rode their bicycles in silence, neither of them uttering a word to break the tranquility.
The wheels turned slowly, as if time itself slowed down.
Finally, they arrived at Zhao Zhaodi's house.
Zhao Zhaodi lightly jumped off her bicycle and said softly:
See you tomorrow.
The voice, though soft, struck Chen Runping's heart like a heavy hammer.
He jumped out of the car, gazed into Zhao Zhaodi's eyes, and said affectionately:
"Zhaodi, once I'm in the army, we might not see each other for the next one or two years. But don't worry, remember to write to me often. I'll write to you as soon as I get to the army to let you know I'm safe."
Zhao Zhaodi nodded slightly and responded with an "Mm".
Then, she resolutely turned around, gripped the bicycle handlebars tightly with both hands, and strode confidently and powerfully toward her home.
However, with each step she took, her reluctance to leave grew stronger.
She dared not turn around, afraid that if she looked even slightly, the surging torrent of emotions would instantly break through the psychological defenses she had painstakingly built, causing her tears to burst forth.
Chen Runping stood at the door of Zhao Zhaodi's house, his gaze lingering on her receding figure.
He only slowly came to his senses after Zhao Zhaodi had completely entered the house and disappeared from sight.
After taking a deep breath, he hopped on his bicycle, pedaled hard, and sped off into the distance.
The next morning, sunlight shone through the thin clouds and fell softly on the earth.
Yesterday, the classmates who had joined Chen Runping for dinner arrived early at his home to bid farewell to their friend who was about to embark on his military journey.
Everyone crowded around Chen Runping as he arrived at the Armed Forces Department.
The courtyard was bustling with activity, the sounds of gongs and drums deafening, as if they were about to pierce the sky.
People who came to see him off were shoulder to shoulder, crowding the entire courtyard.
The sound of gongs and drums resounded throughout the heavens and earth, like ten thousand horses galloping, making it impossible for anyone to hear each other's voices.
There was laughter, tears, and overflowing blessings and concern among the crowd…
Amidst the commotion, the drumming and gonging suddenly stopped, and the surroundings instantly became much quieter.
Several leaders stepped forward and began to speak.
Their words were full of encouragement and expectation, making everyone present feel a deep sense of responsibility and mission.
Immediately afterwards, the new recruits, wearing big red flowers on their chests, marched in neat steps toward the crowd.
They were all dashing and spirited, with firm and confident eyes.
As they approached, the new recruits stopped and said goodbye to their families and friends.
Some embraced tightly, tears welling up in their eyes; others simply gazed at each other silently, a thousand words unspoken.
After a heartfelt farewell, the new recruits lined up again and boarded the vehicles that had been waiting for them in an orderly fashion.
As the car door closed, the engine emitted a low roar, and the car slowly started and drove out of the yard.
As the convoy drove further and further away, people lingered, their eyes reluctant to leave, their hearts filled with reluctance and longing.
And so, that hazy, innocent feeling, like a departing vehicle, was temporarily buried deep in the depths of memory.
Perhaps one day in the future, when these recruits have all achieved success, these youthful and beautiful memories will flood back like a tide.
It will become an invaluable experience in their lives, forever etched in their hearts.
Time flies, and the new school year is just around the corner. Each student, filled with dreams and aspirations, embarks on a new journey, heading to different places to begin a brand new chapter in their lives.
"Ring ring ring..."
A crisp telephone ring suddenly came from the main room.
Hearing this, Lin Fangfang, who was busy at work, quickly walked over, picked up the microphone, and asked softly:
"Hello, who is it?"
"Hello, is this Fangfang? This is Zhao Sanhai!"
A slightly gruff middle-aged man's voice came from the other end of the phone.
"Oh, it's Brother Sanhai! What made you suddenly think of calling me?"
Lin Fangfang responded enthusiastically.
"Haha, I have some good news to tell you! I'm planning to send Gou Dan to Beijing Normal University tomorrow. When the old folks in the village found out, they all asked me to bring him some things. So, I'll bring them with me tomorrow."
Zhao Sanhai said with a smile.
"Wow, Gou Dan is really something, getting into Beijing Normal University! And San Hai, what time are you guys going to meet tomorrow?"
"Are you able to get to Beijing? That would allow me to arrange a time to pick you up at the station. By the way, is Sister-in-law Mei coming with you?"
Lin Fangfang asked with concern.
"His mother isn't coming this time; she has a ton of things to take care of at home. I'll be taking Gou Dan there by myself; we should arrive in Beijing around 4 p.m.