Time: 2010-11-2111:58:25 Words: 13989
twenty-seventh
Just as the mournful sound of the wind and rain stopped, the muffled sound of the wooden fish rang out in the sky above the Qingxi River. It was not until dawn that the mad monk stepped into the dilapidated temple and put down the wooden fish that could not be broken. Immediately after, Zhou Peiying's babbling voice sounded from the Du family's mountain in the city. Although it was still as clear and loud as usual, it carried a sad mood, just like the sound of the autumn wind shaking the copper bell on the ancient tower outside the eastern city.
Although Zhou Peiying's stage name had won the praise of the audience in Hangjiahu area, she was happy and not very satisfied. She still insisted on her master's teachings: "One minute on stage is equivalent to three years of hard work off stage.”She still woke up early every day and practiced hard. She was determined to climb to the peak of the Yue opera queen. If he didn't achieve his goal, he wouldn't be willing to die!
There were only a few pine trees and cypress trees on the mountain. Their branches were not tall and their leaves were not luxuriant. The entire mountain was covered with grass that was half the height of a person, and a few wild roses with thorns. The rain on the grass had not dried yet, and Zhou Peiying's trousers were wet. When the wind blew, it was cold. She didn't care. For the sake of her career and her reputation, she could endure it. It was the mental pain that troubled her.
Zhou Peiying had been very upset recently. She was so distressed that she became a little thinner. On one side, her master, Lu Chunhua, was muttering, and on the other side, she was being reminded by Section Chief Jia. Their words were at loggerheads, making her uneasy.
Her master was a good master. He treated her as his disciple and taught her meticulously. He supported her to the peak and wanted her to become famous immediately. His master also treated her as his own sister. Whenever he had something delicious to eat, he would always think of her, and every time he made new clothes, he would always make one for her. If anyone said anything harsh to her and let her master know, she would have to stand up for her. Her mother had died a long time ago, and her master was better than her mother! She admitted that if she had not met such a warm-hearted master, she would not be where she was today. It was her master who took her as his disciple. It was her master who paid for her living expenses. It was her master who patiently taught her skills. Her master's husband was killed by the Qing Gang a few years ago, and she didn't leave a man and a woman behind. She didn't say it, but she treated her master as a relative in her heart. Master, master, why do you have to make things difficult for me with Hua Shijie's matter?
Her master, Lu Chunhua, had indeed spent a lot of effort on her relationship with Hua Shijie. She would talk to her about Hua Shijie whenever she had the chance. It was good to praise him. In this world, other than him, Hua Shijie, there was no other man suitable for her! If you want to take a boat, you have to take a dragon boat. If you want to marry a man, you have to marry a Ruyi man. He advised her not to listen to the slanderous words of others and cut off all ties with Hua Shijie. Otherwise, she would be nowhere to be found. Her master had good intentions, and she had never forgotten about this ideal lover. She also knew that she would regret losing him for the rest of her life, but…she also had unspeakable sufferings!
She hoped to have a lover who understood her, cared for her, loved her, and even supported her in her career. Hua Shijie was her ideal confidant. In the past, she thought that her love and career were perfectly unified, but now the situation had changed. Love and career had a fierce conflict, and it had reached the point where there was no one else.
Jia Jinshi was also a good section chief. He always encouraged her and supported her in climbing to the peak of the arts. He cared about her artistic life and was even more concerned about her political life. He had repeatedly advised her that as an actress in the New Empire, she should not only pursue her career hard, but also be active in politics. Only by making progress in politics could one become a true artist of the people! Yuan Xuefen was very popular now because she was not only outstanding in performing arts, but more importantly, she was a glorious and great party member. If they were backward in politics, they would not be praised and affirmed by the people even if they performed the best.
However, this good Section Chief who cared about her looked down on Hua Shijie and opposed her love with Hua Shijie. He said that Hua Shijie was a family member of a counter-revolutionary. Even Hua Shijie himself was nothing more than a handsome and unrestrained appearance. Hua Shijie was a high school graduate, but he had studied medicine with his brother for three years. He didn't even know how to write a decent prescription. Was he stupid? Why couldn't he cure the simplest illness in three years? This was the laziness of the capitalist class, the dependence of those profligate sons in feudal society who lay on the ancestral gold mountain to eat, and the inferiority of the sons and brothers in the old society who only knew how to eat, drink, and play! After being liberated, which young man wouldn't actively participate in the construction of the new dynasty with enthusiasm and selflessness? As for Hua Shijie? He played basketball, swam, and wandered around all day long. You, Zhou Peiying, are a virtuous and beautiful new woman who will have brilliant achievements in her career. How can you choose such a gorgeous appearance without inner worries? Do you want him to be a stumbling block in your life in the future? Besides, he's a family member of a counter-revolutionary, and you're an excellent member of the Youth League. Don't you want to be an outstanding artist again? Section Chief Jia, ah, Section Chief Jia, could it be that to become an artist of the people, even the husband chosen must be an outstanding person? As long as Hua Shijie had a job, he would not be inferior to other young people!
The people around her advised her to accept the education of the organization and focus on her political life. There were plenty of good young men in the world. Lovers could be re-elected, but politics could not take the slightest detour. One misstep would cause eternal regret, and it would take a hundred years to turn back. There was no turning back for a political mistake. He had to steer the wheel and unconditionally obey the organization's decision!
Her master tried her best to stand against public opinion and nag her Zhou Peiying every day. The Hua family was wronged, and Hua Shijie was even more innocent. He was definitely a first-class bleached cloth without any pollution. Look further. Don't believe what others say. If others say it's black, it's black. If others say it's bad, it's bad. Make your own decision. The Hua Family is full of good people. If you can cross the threshold of the Hua Family, you are really like a golden Buddha that has entered a large monastery. You will receive endless incense and live a lifetime of happiness.
A few days ago, Section Chief Jia asked her to fill in the application form for joining the party and patiently advised her, Zhou Peiying, you will soon be a glorious great party member. The problem of love should be seriously considered. If the organization finds out that you and Hua Shijie are still connected, what will I say? Section Chief Jia's sincere words were for her to successfully climb to the peak of the arts. How could she let the party down?
She decided to jump out of the conflict between her career and love. For the sake of her career, she had given up on love. She wanted to put all her energy into her career. She trained hard for her career, and for her career, she had to ruthlessly push down the idol in her heart. Training was hard, and only through hard work could one develop true skills. It was truly bitter to part with a loved one. It was like stabbing one's heart with a sharp knife. Blood and tears flowed out, but the wound in one's heart could not be repaired. Every time it was late at night, Hua Shijie would always flash in front of her eyes. Sometimes, even during the day, but now…
Her voice stopped abruptly. It was as if the bones in his body had scattered. She sat down weakly on the rock under her feet, unaware that the rock was wet.
Yesterday, when his father came back from the teahouse after finishing his morning tea, he said that the teahouse was abuzz with discussions about the three monkeys of the Hua family. Weng Zitang said," Hua Shijie is extremely bold. He dares to use the past to satirize the present and slander the great party. He will be sent to the study class." All the people in the study class were counter-revolutionary, so naturally, the government treated Hua Shijie as a counter-revolutionary. The current situation was more serious than history. Hua Sanhou was still not well-behaved even after entering the class. This green-headed tough guy had a stone-tongued mouth and was stubborn. The next step was to arrest him. The great party is only afraid of poverty, but only fear of weakness. They are not afraid of wealth, but they are not afraid of hardness. You are an iron marble, but he has a thousand pounds of mallet! At this moment, the three monkeys had jumped into the hands of the great Buddha and were suppressed under the Five Fingers Mountain. They could no longer think of coming out.”Zhou Shouxuan took Weng Zitang's words as official news. Otherwise, how could a person like Weng Zitang dare to speak so systematically? Zhou Shouxuan said to his daughter with an air of self-praise,"Daddy's eyes are amazing, right? I've been to the Three Gates and Six Pier before. Who can hide it from me? Back then, when Hua San Hou walked into my door, I only needed a rough glance to know that he was a good-for-nothing! Have you ever seen me treat him nicely? He was smiling cheekily, and it was obvious that he was irritating. You're my precious daughter. If you let him in, I'll be embarrassed to chase him away. Your aunt stood up for him and argued with me a few times. She even laughed at me for being blind and watching the show. She should know by now that I, Zhou Shouxuan, am a court servant of Huizhou. I can tell at a glance whether it's a real treasure or a fake! His good daughter should give up completely and stop thinking about this naked thing.”
Zhou Peiying listened, do not believe that Hua Shijie will degenerate to this extent. After all, she was worried about Hua Shijie. She paced back and forth and mustered up her courage to go to the study class to visit her lover, who she could not bear to part with. When she reached the door of the study room, she paced back and forth, not daring to enter. When others asked her about her relationship with Hua Shijie? What should she say? She saw the daughter of San Xian, Fei Guixiang, holding a bag of food and walking up to the militia on guard. She told them that she was here to visit Hua Shijie. The militiaman asked her who she was to Hua Shijie. She calmly said that she was Hua Shijie's cousin. Zhou Peiying had never heard that Hua Shijie had a cousin. She also heard Hua Shijie say that he had laughed at Fei Guixiang on the long bridge. She finally understood. Could it be that after she announced her breakup with Hua Shijie, he had found this enchanting Fei Guixiang? She was amused and jealous. In a fit of anger, she left the door of the class. She did not have a good night's sleep. She did not hate Hua Shijie. She thought that Hua Shijie was a well-behaved person. Otherwise, he would have had fun with her all that night at her uncle's house. Moreover, she was so proactive. Fei Guixiang must have taken advantage of the gap between them and seduced Hua Shijie. She was jealous that Fei Guixiang had easily taken away her beloved lover. She envied Fei Guixiang's boldness, daring to pretend to be a counter-revolutionary cousin. She hated herself for being too weak, not even daring to pretend to be a relative to visit. The more jealous she was, the more regretful she felt. She covered her head with a pillow and cried silently…
She was jealous, she hated, she admired Fei Guixiang's boldness, and she was tolerant of Hua Shijie. She blamed herself for her bitter life. A good family would suddenly sink, and a standard youth would suddenly fall, causing her to destroy her ideal of love and career. Her career achievements would expel the sweet and happy love.
The autumn wind blew her long hair in the air, making it look messy and messy. She reached out her hands to tuck her messy hair into a handful and bit it tightly in her mouth.
On the way up the mountain from the park, a woman was staggering up the mountain. Gradually, Zhou Peiying saw that this woman was her master, Lu Chunhua. She was shocked. Master had not gone up the mountain for a year and only hung out on the north gate wall. Today, the muddy road up the mountain was so difficult to walk on. Master must have come to find her for Hua Shijie again. She really wanted to escape through the road to the south of the mountain, but she couldn't bear to see her master go up the mountain in vain. Her master was waving at her and calling for her. Looking at the laborious way up the mountain, she could not bear it and could only agree to go down to pick up her master.
Master and disciple held hands halfway up the mountain. The road to the north of the mountain was much more difficult than the road to the south. There was not a single stone on the ground. It was all yellow mud, wet and rotten. It was strange that it was sticky to shoes. His master's rubber shoes were covered with a thick layer of yellow mud. The grass on both sides of the road slanted down and blocked the road. Every step he took, he had to push aside the wet grass. They were all wearing long-sleeved shirts, and their sleeves were already wet. She advised her master not to go up the mountain. The two of them held hands and pushed the wet grass to the city wall not far away. Lu Chunhua was already panting as soon as she walked up the city wall. She was so tired that she just wanted to find a dry place to sit down and rest while chatting. Although the city walls were built with stones, they were all wet from the rain. Zhou Peiying thanked God for his help. She wanted to help her master walk down the city wall and part ways once they reached the park.
After walking for a few feet, Lu Chunhua suddenly stopped and did not walk anymore. Zhou Peiying had no choice but to look down at the Qingxi River outside the southern city wall, silently waiting for her master to murmur.
"Did you know that Hua Shijie has entered the study class?" Lu Chunhua asked.”
Zhou Peiying didn't say anything and still looked at the boats on the Qingxi River.
Lu Chunhua looked at Zhou Peiying and continued,""I don't know which living bastard had nothing to do after eating, but he started rumors, pretended to be positive, reversed right and wrong, and made false accusations. He talked nonsense about the strange case of the Xu and Cai families during the Daoguang period, using it to avenge his second brother. Think about what happened during the Daoguang Era. It wasn't a big deal. This living beast took advantage of the Hua family's predicament and deliberately stepped on the shipwreck. He was not afraid of his tongue being rotten, so he forcefully squeezed the two things that did not match into a lump of mud and threw it at Shijie to make him a dirty person. Only the heavens knew! This was really 'sitting at home without a door, disaster comes from the sky!'Hua Shijie was a tough guy who didn't dare to say anything. Why would he use a story to avenge his second brother? He would never leave the city wall and go far away. Moreover, her sister-in-law had already told Shijie that it was her business to seek justice for his second brother. No one in the family was allowed to interfere. Shijie listened to his sister-in-law and never interrupted. Since everyone told this story, he also told it. Wasn't this like picking bones from tofu? This talkative living beast carried a dead body on his back and framed someone else. This was a wicked thing to do! Hua Shijie became Lin Zhaode and suffered an unjust lawsuit. Peiying, think about it, don't be wronged, don't be guilty!”
Zhou Peiying was still looking at the long bamboo raft on the Qingxi River. What could she say? She couldn't wait for Hua Shijie to be fine! She also blamed the blabbermouth whistle-teller. She also thought that this was making a mountain out of a molehill! But could she say these words to her master? She was a member of the Youth League, so she had to pay attention to the political influence of her words.
"The more I think about it, the more I feel sorry for Shijie." Peiying, please look at him and comfort him for Master's sake. Can't lovers have the same ability as forest birds, disaster comes, each fly away. Master knows that you're also a soft-hearted good girl, so he came to look for you. Listen to Master, huh?"
Zhou Peiying wanted to say: " Someone has already gone to see him. Why do I have to be affectionate?"”However, he swallowed the words that were about to come out of his mouth. Why bother? If she didn't have the courage, why should she be jealous of others? He might as well say something heartless to make his master give up."Master, I can do as you say for other things, but I can only ask for your forgiveness for this matter. I'm a member of the Komsomolets, how can I go to the study class to see him? Even if I'm wronged, it's a class like that after all. No matter how fragrant it is, it's still-"She couldn't bear to say the word" smelly "at the end, so she sighed softly." If the organization finds out, how am I going to explain myself?"”
Lu Chunhua patted her chest and said," If the organization finds out, you can say that Hua Shijie is my master's godbrother. Master is seriously ill and forced me to deliver something. I can't refuse the teacher-student relationship, so I asked the organization to look for me, Lu Chunhua." What was there to be afraid of? I said to them,'Zhou Peiying refused to go. She was forced by me. I also said to Peiying,' If you don't go, don't call me master in the future. From now on, the bridge was the bridge, and the road was the road. You, Zhou Peiying, are a member of the club, so I can't beat you in politics. I, Lu Chunhua, am a famous actress in Hangjiahu, so I can't beat you on stage. She was frightened and wiped her tears away. This matter has nothing to do with Zhou Peiying. If you want to do it, you should do it with me!'Peiying, if the sky falls, your master will hold it up. What else do you have to be afraid of? Go, take it that Master is begging you. Master didn't ask for help easily. Don't tell me you're not willing to give Master this little face?”
Peiying fell silent. That's right, Master never asked for help, let alone her. She had been learning from Master for six whole years, but Master had never asked her to do anything. He had never even asked her to buy some miscellaneous items. Moreover, her master was also said to be a good person. He promised her that he would take the blame. Even if he really had to be beheaded, he would take the blame. She couldn't reject her master's favor, but she couldn't act rashly either. After hesitating for a moment, he said,"Master, as a member, you should have self-awareness." Anyway, Shijie won't be able to do it overnight. I have to think about it again. I shouldn't hide it from Master. I can't continue with my relationship with Shijie. I have to think about it seriously to see if it's beneficial to him. Master, is this okay?"
Lu Chunhua sighed and said,"My saliva is almost dry. I didn't expect you to say such heartless words." You were originally an affectionate girl, but in the blink of an eye, an old hen turned into a duck, and your heart turned into stone. You treat people based on politics, but Master treats people based on feelings. I still have to advise you not to use the treasure bowl as a dog food bowl and throw it around.‘There were many plays about 'Secretly Plotting a Lifetime Back Garden, A Young Master in Misfortune Becomes the Top Scholar.' Little Fang Qing was in dire straits for a while, but Chen Cuie did not mind being poor and lowly and secretly gave her a Pearl Pagoda. What was her motive? The word 'emotion' that was difficult to part with. He didn't expect Qiong Fangqing to become the inspector of the seven provinces. Peiying, ah Peiying, our bowl of rice is for young people. Around 20, it's like a bonus. Around 30, we rely on people to support us. After 40, we play small roles. Once we pass 50, we're useless. After the age of forty, one's eyes became dull and lost their spirit. No matter how good one's kung fu was, the role they played would lose its charm. The audience didn't like to watch it. Master advised you to choose a good lover. After retiring from the stage, he could only be a master, arranging plays, and only rely on the comfort of his family to enjoy himself. The audience was not pleasing, but the husband loved it. Shijie will never bully you. As long as he waited for his bad luck to pass, with his intelligence and obedience, would he not have a good future! Think about it carefully. A mouth full of delicious food was hard to say. Of course, he had to abide by the organization's principles. He had to distinguish between good and evil, right and wrong, and the ways of the world were indispensable. After this village, there won't be that shop. You can think about it again. It's up to you whether you want to go today or not. Master won't force you to go today. You should consider it. Master can't force you to drink water. Even if you don't go, Master won't blame you. I only have one advice for you,"Don't be impulsive and break off your relationship with Shijie." She had a good sister-in-law who was virtuous and upright. Where could she find such a good in-law? " Let's go back. My sleeves and pants are all wet. If I get wet, my joints will hurt."”
The master and disciple went to the park from the city wall, where Zhou Peiying and Hua Shijie often came. There were their relaxed and joyful footprints on every quiet winding path here. There were their laughter and laughter in the pavilions and water pavilions. On the green willows around the pond, the branches were tightly tied to their affection. The clear pond reflected their figures snuggling up to each other, and the birds chirping in the green leaves seemed to be imitating their conversation. The scenery was still the same, people were different, and the old feelings were unforgettable. She was dejected…
Lu Chunhua was a straightforward person. Looking at Zhou Peiying's secretive and hesitant appearance, she was angry. She was really her beloved disciple, so she couldn't bear to scold him and said,""Think about it yourself. I'll be leaving first." Then, he parted ways with his disciple.
Zhou Peiying knew that her master was angry, and she felt sorry for her master. She looked at her master apologetically as he left the garden gate. She walked slowly along the path of the pond in silence, as if Hua Shijie was snuggling up to her. He would say a few witty words and make her laugh out loud. After a while, he would say a few heart-wrenching words of love, causing her to feel tender and her heart to ripple. One moment, he talked about the ancient ways and the present, the vast sea and the sky, making people wander in the wilderness and feel the past and the present; For a while, he bounced around like an innocent child, making people happy. After a while, he was elegant, graceful, and gentle, making people respect him. One moment, she was playing hide-and-seek with you, and the next moment, she was hugging you and kissing you. With him by her side, the world was filled with laughter. With him by her side, there was no worry in the world. With him around you, life is sweet…She was immersed in the sweet memories and could not help but call out softly and tenderly,"Shijie!" She was left alone in the search for him. She could not help but feel lonely and sad. She could not do without him-- An idea suddenly popped up in her mind. His family has been wronged, he is innocent, I am a member of the Youth League, I should stick to the truth, I can't follow what others say, I should go see him!
Zhou Peiying walked across the small bridge of the pond and saw the pharmacy owner Weng Zitang with his hands behind his back, his head held high, and walked into the Ancestral Hall. When she walked past the entrance of the Ancestral Hall, she found that there were people whispering and laughing at the entrance. She turned around and saw that it was Weng Zitang and the old Taoist priest, Shi Mengde, pointing at her. She knew that they were gossiping about her. Perhaps he knew that she was going to visit Hua Shijie and was commenting on her; Father said that Weng Zitang had recently become the center of attention in Joy Pavilion's teahouse. Annoying! Who cares what they say! She hurriedly left the garden.
Zhou Peiying came to the door of the class again. Coincidentally, a young country girl was talking to the militia on guard duty. Fei Guixiang flashed before her eyes. She stopped again, her jealousy calming her. Since Fei Guixiang dared to impersonate her cousin to visit Hua Shijie in this place, it meant that her relationship with him was unusual. Although Fei Guixiang took the initiative, if Hua Shijie really had her in his heart, Fei Guixiang would not be able to open the door to his heart. They are already so good to this point, I have already announced the withdrawal of Zhou Peiying, why still want to intervene? Love is sometimes like adventure, success only belongs to the brave adventurer. She, Fei Guixiang, had the courage to snatch this forbidden fruit. She was the one who succeeded. I, Zhou Peiying, am only here to visit. What I value is political life and the peak of art. Forget it, the pool had already calmed down. Why throw stones and stir up feelings? I shouldn't have disturbed them. She felt that this was the right thing to do. It was the noble character that a real person should have. So Zhou Peiying left the door of the class.
Zhou Peiying returned home, Zhou Shouxuan smiled and complained,""You've been practicing for so long today. It's already past ten o'clock. Look, the breakfast I made for you is almost cold!”As he spoke, he hurriedly went into the room to bring out osmanthus sweet dumplings and handed them to his daughter." Your aunt specially made them for you. Eat quickly. You take care of the shop. I'll go wash the vegetables. Your aunt will come back to eat later.”
"I'm not hungry." Zhou Peiying stopped her father and said,"You fix the watch, I'll go wash the vegetables!"”
Zhou Shouxuan took pity on his daughter." Be careful not to get stomach problems from hunger. Asking me to change jobs is also a form of rest."”
The father and daughter argued for a while. Zhou Shouxuan could not persuade his daughter, so he could only smile and focus on repairing the watch. He asked his daughter to wash the vegetables in the house. He had just opened the cover of a watch when he suddenly remembered something. He called his daughter out from the house and said,"Just now, your Section Chief Jia came over. I heard that he wanted to bring you to the province for some meeting. I don't know either. You can ask him yourself.”
Zhou Peiying was not as excited as usual when she heard that she was going to the regional or provincial meetings. He was very calm today. She returned to the house to wash the vegetables. It was as if someone else's hand was moving. In her mind, there was only Hua Shijie's boat swaying. Holding the spatula to cut the fish, the snail forgot to cut its butt. It took off the basket and soaked it in the water. After washing it, it didn't see any rice in the water. It picked up the basket and looked. Oh, my God, there was no rice in the basket. This girl, who was usually clever and efficient, was so confused today that even she did not know whether to laugh or cry. Fortunately, her aunt came and snatched the work. Otherwise, who knew what kind of hodgepodge today's lunch would be.
Zhou Shouxuan had already laughed at his aunt for a while when she arrived in the morning. He said,"What do you think? In the end, my eyes are good. Hua Shijie is a counter-revolutionary and has entered the class. The next step is to arrest him and bring him to justice." In the past, you blamed me. Now, it's time for someone to blame someone else. Your hair is long but your knowledge is short, your mouth is sharp and your eyes are shallow, your smart face is dull and your heart is empty. She was so angry that she mocked him." Hello, you're a revolutionary. You're a great party member! Who are you? Why don't you take a piss and look at yourself? My son is even stronger than you! He even said that after passing through the three passes and six docks, he still had to repair broken clocks and watches. Peiying had a hard life to have a useless father like you. You're still talking about me." Zhou Shouxuan could only smile and work. She was anxious for Hua Shijie and worried for her niece. He was afraid that his niece would be sad if he mentioned this matter, but he couldn't bear to keep it in his stomach. When he was cooking, he couldn't close his lips, so he asked,"Is he alright?"
Zhou Peiying didn't want her aunt to worry about her, so she only softly said," Yes."
Fan Jinfeng said,"I know your old man is a gossiper. He doesn't like Shijie. He can't wait for everyone in the world to speak ill of Shijie." Don't listen to the old man's nonsense in the future! You've seen it, right? Yes, a person should be affectionate and righteous. Our Peiying has a good conscience. Don't leave your uncle's house for three generations. You're like your uncle. You're honest and kind-hearted. What was Shijie afraid of when he was telling stories? It wasn't like he was going to commit murder or arson.”
Zhou Peiying's heart felt like it was being pricked by needles.
Fan Jin Feng said,"I've already asked around. Some people say that the Hua family is indeed innocent." Don't worry, the Great Party is reasonable. They will avenge the Hua family sooner or later. I know your mayor. He often comes to our village during the land reform. He is a good cadre. I went to look for him just now. Unfortunately, he went out. I wanted to tell him that he should seek justice for the Hua family. Don't worry, I'll tell him sooner or later. To believe in the Great Party, listening to his aunt would not be wrong.”
Her aunt would not lie. She must have gone to inquire about the Hua Family. Master also said so, could it be that the Hua family was really wronged? Zhou Peiying thought that if this was the case, then she was too sorry for Hua Shijie. She was a little regretful, but she thought it was too late. Fei Guixiang had already taken the risk and succeeded. She really wanted to cry to her heart's content, but she was afraid of alerting this good aunt. If her aunt knew about her and Hua Shijie's current situation, she would be worried and uneasy when she returned home. Forget it, he could only swallow his tears.
In the afternoon, Zhou Peiying went to the Department of Culture and Health, Chief Jia went to the county for a meeting, and Chen Yong, the cadre in charge of culture, also went out. Meng Chao, who was in charge of culture and education, said that he heard from Section Chief Jia that he would bring you to the province for a literature conference tomorrow.?He did not know the specifics. Zhou Peiying heard that she was leaving tomorrow, so she had to sit and wait. It was past four o'clock, but neither of them had returned. She felt a little annoyed. He thought to himself, Who cares? He had already been here and waited. He couldn't be blamed. Then, he went home.
When she reached home, her father had already closed the door. As soon as she entered, her father told her that a friend outside the south gate had invited them to dinner. He even specially sent a small boat to pick her up. She was waiting at the river pier, urging her daughter to leave quickly. Zhou Peiying was annoyed and unwilling to go. Zhou Shouxuan advised his daughter," We're not coming back tonight. Let's go together. It's so lonely at home."”Peiying heard that she wouldn't go home at night and was even more unwilling to go. Zhou Shouxuan wanted to persuade her, but it was useless. He couldn't force this girl to do something she didn't want to do. He could only smile and say,"Then I'll go alone. If it's early, I'll be back after ten o'clock. You can close the door and sleep. You don't have to wait for me anymore.”
As soon as her father went out, Zhou Peiying closed the door and went upstairs to her room. Without taking off her clothes, she fell on the bed and wanted to have a good sleep. She didn't want to cook either. Anyway, she didn't plan to go to the meeting. Why did she have to ask Section Chief Jia about it? She was tired, but she couldn't close her eyes. When she closed her eyes, she saw Hua Shijie. He was so happy, as if nothing had happened to him. This optimistic person was so carefree even in difficult situations. With such a man, would she still have any worries in her life? Women need a man's support, and I, Zhou Peiying, am even more so. The heavens did not favor him, but he had to push this strong pillar to someone else. I can work hard in my career, but I'm powerless in life. Her father always said that the dishes she cooked were salty or bland. The rice she cooked was either burnt or rotten. Her clothes for the four seasons were changed almost every time her master and father thought about it. She really didn't know how to entertain her relatives and friends. She didn't know how much a few eggs cost for a catty of rice and a catty of pork. She didn't want to eat whatever she ate today or tomorrow. Anyway, she would eat whatever her master and father bought her. Only Shijie knew what she liked to eat and what she needed. He was also the only one who knew what she was thinking. She needed the glory of her career and the warmth of her family. Only Hua Shijie could be considerate of her. However, she had already lost it to Fei Guixiang. She was disheartened and her tears flowed…
She got out of bed and wanted to go out to buy some cigarettes and food for Hua Shijie. He used to treat her so well, but he was in trouble today. Since they didn't meet, she had to send him something. However, the sky was already dark and the shop was closed. Tomorrow. She wanted to sleep again when she heard someone knocking on the door. She pushed open the window and looked down. It was Section Chief Jia.
When Jia Jinshi entered, he saw that her hair was a little messy and her face was full of sleepiness. He said,"You're sleeping so early. Aren't you afraid that you won't be able to digest dinner?”
Zhou Peiying reached out to tidy her hair and said,""I haven't had dinner yet. I'm lazy, so I'm lying down to rest. Have you eaten?”She took a cup to make tea." Please sit."
Jia Jinshi said,"I also just finished the meeting and hurried over." It's already so late. Why don't you drag your father along and have a meal at a restaurant?”
Zhou Peiying thought that Chief Jia had been very concerned about her since she met him last year, and she was the focus of training. Every time they went to a meeting outside, he would always spend money to treat her, but she had never treated him to anything. Since she was at her house today, she would ask him to have a meal so that he wouldn't have to go back alone and cook for himself. He said,"Section Chief Jia, I didn't buy anything good. Don't go to a restaurant. Let's have a simple meal here."”
Jia Jinshi couldn't ask for more. He said,"That's good. Give me a few bowls and go to the restaurant to stir-fry some vegetables. Eat them now. Don't be busy cooking."”
Zhou Peiying thought that there was still half a chicken at home, fried fish at noon, and braised pork. Why let the section chief spend money again? He said,"I have ready-made vegetables at home. Just heat them up a little. Just make do with it."”
Jia Jinshi couldn't argue with Zhou Peiying, so he didn't talk too much and helped Zhou Peiying heat up the dishes. Three meat dishes and three vegetables were not bad.
Zhou Shouxuan also loved drinking. There was always a large jar of rice wine at home. Usually, when a few guests came, he did not have to go out to buy it at the last minute. Zhou Peiying knew that Jia Jinshi knew how to drink, and his alcohol tolerance was not shallow, so she poured him a full bowl.
Jia Jinshi also knew that Zhou Peiying usually didn't drink, but her alcohol tolerance was still okay, so he asked her to pour a bowl.
Zhou Peiying was grateful to Section Chief Jia. First, it was out of courtesy. Second, she was upset, so she poured herself a bowl. She would not toast, but just silently accompany him.
Jia Jinshi lit a cigarette, drinking and smoking while talking to Zhou Peiying. He said that the province was holding a literature and art work conference to listen to the work reports and experience of the areas that had done well in the art of the masses, and to encourage everyone to attach importance to the art of the masses. Three people from our county are going. You, me, and Zhuang Shuigen from the cultural center. The two of you are the top talents that I have specially nurtured. Zhuang Shuigen was very obedient and promising. He had already published many poems. I want to train him to become a great poet. What about you? I will definitely train you to become an outstanding performing artist, just like Fan Ruijuan and Yuan Xuefen. You will be famous all over the world. Even between the two of you, I have my priorities. Your talent is higher than Zhuang Shuigen's. It's already an overestimation for Zhuang Shuigen's poems to reach the level of third-rate writers in the future. What about you? You might even be able to surpass the famous Ten Sisters of Shaoxing opera in Shanghai. You have to continue to work hard and sing in your own style. Your master learned from Yao Shuijuan's sect, so he can't go up anymore. You will surpass your master.
Zhou Peiying had heard these words many times. Section Chief Jia's enthusiastic encouragement could not arouse her enthusiasm today. Out of politeness, she had a smile on her face as if she was listening very seriously. It really turned a deaf ear to her and she did not take it to heart. She just drank silently. She poured bowl after bowl of wine into Section Chief Jia's bowl and also poured bowl after bowl into her stomach.
Jia Jinshi thought Zhou Peiying was good to him, so he drank with him. He didn't mind that she drank too much, but he was afraid that he didn't give her enough enthusiasm. He talked about what he had thought of at the last minute and the entire plan he had long conceived to train her. He could almost make her a future performing arts master in China, hoping to get her good feelings.
After all, Zhou Peiying was not an ambitious fantasist. She had a certain evaluation of herself and knew her inner strength. In her understanding, there was still a considerable gap between a Yue opera queen and a performing arts master. Moreover, Yue opera was not a national opera. It was only loved by the audience in Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, so there were many local limitations. Even if she really became the queen of Yue opera, she could not be as famous as Mei Lanfang. She could not compete with the actors in the country. His master was very objective. Shaoxing opera was a young type of opera. Most actors only focused on singing and their work was not as good as other types of opera. The stage program was still learning from other types of opera. His master also admitted that he had only learned one set of Water Sleeve Kung Fu, and it was learned from Peking opera. She felt that Section Chief Jia had overestimated her. Even though his idea was very high, it was already unattainable. It made her feel that it was just empty talk. She was a little disgusted. Thinking that the Section Chief was doing this out of kindness and was a layman, she could only smile politely. If you're not afraid of being tired, then say it. Anyway, there's plenty of wine at home. If you say you're tired and have drunk enough, you have to leave. She missed her and drank her sorrows.
The more Jia Jinshi spoke, the more energetic he became. Zhou Peiying was not someone who liked socializing! Rome wasn't built in a day. Without his hard work for more than a year, he wouldn't be here today! Since they met, he had wanted to find an opportunity to talk to her several times, but Zhou Peiying always had an excuse to avoid it. This 30-year-old section chief who had yet to get married always had the dream of a hero and a beauty since ancient times. He had long fallen in love with this beautiful and gentle Zhou Peiying. He was present in almost every scene she acted in. It was perfectly justifiable for the head of the Culture and Health Department to watch the show. After each performance, he would walk backstage and say a few words to the actors. This was the leader's concern for the troupe, and it was also within his scope of work. The actors all said that Section Chief Jia was most concerned about the opera industry in D City and was a rare good leader. In public, he rarely talked to Zhou Peiying, just a few words of encouragement. No one knew that Chief Jia had taken a fancy to Zhou Peiying. Usually, when he talked to Zhou Peiying, his attitude was particularly attentive, but the conversation was always political inculcating, artistic enthusiasm and encouragement, never mixed with any personal feelings. First, he thought that she had a calm personality and could not be impulsive, which would cause her to be disgusted. Later, he found out that she already had a lover. It was the smart, sensitive, and elegant doctor, Hua Shijie. This was an extraordinary love rival. He only won with his stable personality and political training. He never involved the word " ding dong " in relationships. He wanted Zhou Peiying to treat him as a benefactor first and then slowly shift to a lover. Only in this way could he move this sentimental beauty. Even Zhou Peiying didn't know that Section Chief Jia was interested in her. The drizzle moistens all things. If not for my foresight and slow infiltration, would I have been able to move the heart of this calm beauty? Would I have had today's warm hospitality and warm smile? The heavens did not disappoint those who put in the effort! Jia Jinshi really loved Zhou Peiying and hoped to build a happy family with her. He was only thirty years old, only twelve years older than Zhou Peiying. He was already a section chief today. His political career was still long and his future was limitless. He had to choose a beautiful and dignified young lady, and Zhou Peiying was his ideal candidate.
In the past, he was worried about Hua Shijie, a powerful love rival, but now he could rest easy. Hua Shijie's failure in politics would inevitably lead to failure in love. Although Hua Shiliang's problem was that the higher-ups suspected that they wanted the Culture and Health Department to investigate, and there was an investigation report from the investigation team, it was not unrelated to his eagerness to seize Zhou Peiying. The county head repeatedly questioned him, and he dared to insist that Fang Zhaorong had already found a scapegoat. Advance can knock down love rivals, retreat can push out scapegoats, advance and retreat have a way, leisurely. Sometimes, he also felt guilty and damaged the character of the party members, but for the sake of a happy family that was about to succeed, he had no choice but to be ruthless. He thought that the time was ripe, and he must seize the opportunity to appear with Zhou Peiying, to end this marriage, so as to avoid a long delay. He thought that Zhou Peiying's wine today could be said to be a sign of happiness. He was thinking about how to bring it up.
Zhou Peiying knew that Chief Jia did not have a wife, but she had never thought of climbing up the social ladder. In terms of age, she treated Section Chief Jia as an elder. Section Chief Jia was only seven years younger than her father. In terms of career, she regarded Section Chief Jia as a good leader. In terms of organization, she treated him as a guide. From an emotional point of view, she only had gratitude and no love. If she did not have this gratitude, she would not have looked down on this unattractive, unsophisticated, and ill-informed Section Chief Jia. If she had known that Jia Jinshi had such selfish motives, then even if Jia Jinshi had placed his party member card in front of her today, she would have rejected him and would not have severed ties with Hua Shijie. Her respect for Jia Jinshi was entirely due to her sincere political ambition, her passionate yearning for Communism, and her deep and sincere love for the great party. She thought that Section Chief Jia had put in so much effort to nurture her. It was rare for him to come here for a meal. Even if she was depressed, she should also accompany him with a smile. He was also someone of the older generation. Even if he was happy, she would drink until dawn without any scruples. Anyway, you say your words, you drink your wine, I think about my thoughts, I drink my sorrowful wine. " You don't have to respect me, and I won't respect you." Li Bai was unwilling to be left out. He raised his glass to invite the moon. If he could treat the moon as a person, he would rather be lonely and drink alone.
Jia Jinshi saw Zhou Peiying drink wine, her face was white and red, her eyes were also added with a layer of redness, her eyes were sparkling, and she was more beautiful than usual. He really wanted to come over and hug her tightly, kissing her to death. He always felt that Zhou Peiying's eyebrows had the kind of awe-inspiring spirit that could not be easily offended. He did not dare to lift it lightly, so he could only look at it.
The more Zhou Peiying drank, the more bitter she became. She finally got drunk. Her eyes were blurry and she was in a daze. She thought that Hua Shijie was sitting opposite her and smiling at her. She stretched out her orchid fingers and scolded "Hua Shijie" angrily,"You, you, you bad thing!”
Jia Jinshi was shocked, thinking that Zhou Peiying had seen through all his thoughts, and almost slipped off the stool. After all, he was an underground worker who had worked in White Terror. He had seen all kinds of situations, so he immediately calmed down. "I'm bad. What's bad about me?" she asked with a smile.”
Zhou Peiying sneered,"You, you, you and Fei Guixiang are already so close, but you still, still, still hide it from me!" You, you, your conscience is really bad!”
Jia Jinshi was stunned at first. Who was Fei Guixiang? After thinking about it carefully, he finally understood. Oh, so it's Fang Zhaorong's frivolous goddaughter. I've met her three times at Fang Zhaorong's house. She's beautiful, but she lacks gentleness and dignity. How could I fall in love with such a girl? I did say a few words to her. How can we be considered lovers when we're talking normally? Was Fang Zhaorong spreading rumors? He wouldn't dare! Then? No matter what, he had to make things clear first to eliminate her misunderstanding. He smiled and said,"Why would I pursue such a frivolous woman? Don't worry. Since you said so today, I will boldly say this: 'The only one I love is you!'"
"The only one!" Zhou Peiying laughed," All men in the world are liars!”She laid on the table and sobbed. She cried so miserably and sorrowfully. She was drunk and unconscious. She stood up." Get lost. You're still lying. You liar. Get lost!"”She wanted to run away. She didn't want to see this " Hua Shijie " who had become a liar. She stumbled into the house and fell.
Jia Jinshi hurriedly caught up and carried her.
She laid in " Hua Shijie's " arms and sobbed.
Jia Jinshi hugged her tightly and kissed her passionately. She stopped crying. She hooked her arms around " Hua Shijie's " neck and kissed him passionately. He saw a bamboo bed in the room and carried her onto it. She was willing to let his "Hua Shijie" unbutton his shirt…
Jia Jinshi thought that he had finally won her heart, so he sat up with satisfaction and looked at Zhou Peiying with fascination. She was still drunk and had fallen asleep. He gently combed her hair and kissed her snow-white chest. He felt extremely blissful. He was very excited. He smoked a cigarette and planned to marry Zhou Peiying. The wedding date was set next month. It should be very grand. The more he thought about it, the more beautiful it was...
Zhou Peiying vomited, and Jia Jinshi quickly washed her. After vomiting, Zhou Peiying also eliminated most of the drunkenness. She found the mess on her body and saw Jia Jinshi standing in front of her with a smile. He understood everything. Her tipsiness had completely dissipated. She was both embarrassed and annoyed. She quickly tidied up her clothes and got out of bed. She angrily gritted her teeth and slapped Jia Jinshi twice." You-" She didn't know what to say and slapped him again." So you're such a good section chief!"”Her tears flowed like the water of the Qingxi River, but there was no sound.
Jia Jinshi was stunned at first, but then he thought that she thought it was too early to do this, so he smiled and said," I know I'm too impatient. I should wait until we get married, but you're so passionate-"
Zhou Peiying angrily retorted: "I am enthusiastic?" Will I marry you?"
Jia Jinshi said,"Aren't you jealous of my relationship with Fei Guixiang?”
Speaking of Fei Guixiang, Zhou Peiying understood."I'm jealous of you and Fei Guixiang?" She had nothing to fear." Why would I be jealous of a hooligan like you? Hmph, I'm jealous of Hua Shijie! I love Hua Shijie, not you! I'm going to sue you!"
Jia Jinshi suddenly understood. He was afraid. He knelt in front of Zhou Peiying and begged for mercy. He repeated what she had said about Fei Guixiang when she was drinking, indicating that he had misunderstood.
Zhou Peiying listened and realized that she was drunk. She was speechless. She regretted drinking. She was ashamed. She had lost her virginity. She hated this Section Chief. She said angrily,"Get lost! Get lost!"
Jia Jinshi stood up, not daring to leave. He was afraid that she would really sue him tomorrow. The Party's discipline was strict. They would never allow his Party members to behave in such a manner. They would never forgive him lightly. As long as Zhou Peiying spoke to his superiors, he would be finished. He would definitely fall from his position as the Section Chief and become a prisoner. He begged for mercy and analyzed the pros and cons. If you sue me, I, Jia Jinshi, will be severely punished by the party discipline and the law of the country, but will you be able to look good? This happened in your house. You arranged for your father to leave and let me drink. Since you didn't agree, why didn't you shout or resist? Outside the shop was the street. There were neighbors on both sides of the street. As long as you shouted, someone would come to save you. If you don't shout, what does that mean? Even if I don't argue, won't the higher-ups consider it this way? You're a famous actor. Once this matter gets out, it won't affect your reputation? This incident was caused by a misunderstanding. If you don't tell me, who will know? If you're willing to marry me, I'll treat it as if I've obtained a treasure. I'll dote on you and fear you. We'll happily build a happy family. You're both a famous actress and the wife of the Section Chief. What's wrong with that? Who doesn't envy you? If you refuse to marry me, won't I be more afraid of you? Isn't it because you want to go east, but I don't dare to go west? I will care for you more than ever and nurture you. If I were to fall and someone else became the Section Chief, would they still care about you as much as I do? Smart people shouldn't do stupid things. I apologize to you, I beg your forgiveness. As he spoke, he started sobbing. He was afraid that his future would be ruined. After going through 18 difficult years, he had only been a section chief for less than two years, and he could return to a difficult environment. The passage of time was endless, so how could he not panic and be sad? The tears he shed were not tears of repentance.
Zhou Peiying was very concerned about her own reputation. Listening to Jia Jinshi's analysis, it really made her afraid. If she didn't tell anyone, only he would know. Everyone would know if he told them. He would be ridiculed and ridiculed by others. He would have to lower his head and live a hard life! She was also a soft-hearted person, so when she saw Jia Jinshi crying so sadly, she thought that he was repenting. Thinking of how much he cared about her, her heart softened. "You don't have to beg me anymore," she said hatefully."I can only blame myself for having a hard life. Give up. No matter what, I will never marry you. Take care of yourself in the future. Go, I don't want to see you again!"
Jia Jinshi also knew that Zhou Peiying was a kind-hearted woman, so he still asked,""Aren't you going to sue me?"
Zhou Peiying sighed heavily and nodded.
Jia Jinshi said,"You're really a good person." I remember your kindness, I-"
"Cut the crap, let's go!" Zhou Peiying interrupted him with resentment and went to open the door.
Jia Jinshi walked out of the door and turned around, saying,"Let's go to the meeting tomorrow."
"No!" Zhou Peiying angrily closed the door. She leaned against the door, and her spirit almost collapsed. She fell to the ground and wept silently…
The sound of the mad monk's wooden fish woke up the sleeping night again. The mad monk's heavy footsteps made the stone slabs on the street ring. He walked past the clock shop and hummed a song he made up.
"You love him too, he loves you too.
Who in the world does not love?
I've bowed to heaven and earth, I've shared a room with them,
Everyone says love is a burden.
Love in life, love in death,
To not forget life and death is true love;
It's fate that we can't be husband and wife,
I know my friend well, but my heart is drunk in the end of the world.
……
Mad Monk walked far away. The sound of the wooden fish accompanied by the song echoed rhythmically in Zhou Peiying's heart. She listened attentively, listening...
The sky was almost bright, and the sound of the rain outside the door sounded again. The rain was getting heavier and noisier. Zhou Peiying couldn't go up the mountain to shout.
The sound of autumn rain echoed in the sky above the Qingxi River.
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