After Mei Jing left, Chu Yifan had been thinking about this. In the past two years in Western Hubei, he had made a name for himself. Whether it was his career or love, there were too many things that he could not give up. It was definitely not like what Xu Zhimo said in his poem: Quietly come, quietly go, not taking a single cloud away. Initially, he wanted to use his connections to transfer Xixi to Zhongjing. Now, since No. 5 High School spared no effort to keep him, Chu Yifan had no choice but to reconsider his future.
Staying in No. 5 High School had its advantages. His colleagues were already familiar with him. Principal Zhang Yuanshan also thought highly of him. Most importantly, there was also Chen Xixi. However, Fifth High's teachers were still a little weak. He was always tossing and turning in this small pool. He was suspected of being short-sighted and could not maximize his potential.
In terms of teaching conditions and teachers, Zhongjing No.1 Middle School was undoubtedly excellent, but the interpersonal relationships were too complicated. Other than Mei Jing, there were not many people who could talk to her. Moreover, two years ago, she was practically kicked out of the school. Now that she thought about it, she was still a little depressed. From the looks of it, Western Hubei No.1 Middle School or No.8 Middle School might be a good choice…
Chu Yifan was still thinking about this matter when he saw Bi Yan at home.
"What's wrong?" Bi Yan asked. She could tell that Chu Yifan had something on his mind.
Chu Yifan told her his thoughts. He had thought that he had read many books and understood many truths, but when things came to the end, he still lacked transcendence.
"Looks like I'm still not transcending enough?”Chu Yifan mocked himself.
"What do you think? Life and books are two completely different concepts. True calmness and detachment could not be achieved by reading a few books. One had to experience it repeatedly in the furnace of life.”
"Looks like you have a lot of experience?"
"Of course. Who asked me to be older than you?”
"Now, I'll show you what 'big' means.”Chu Yifan smiled and pressed Bi Yan under him. Since he couldn't figure it out for the time being, Chu Yifan didn't want to think about it. He would first punish this little demon in front of him.
At the end of the month, the results of the college entrance examination were tabulated. The language, geography, and history that Chu Yifan taught were all ranked first in the overall results of a single subject in Western Hubei. This caused another earthquake in the Western Hubei education system.
After receiving Zhang Yuanshan's call, Chu Yifan immediately rushed back to Western Hubei.
As soon as he arrived, No.1 High School and No.8 High School found him. The school representative of No.1 Middle School warmly invited Chu Yifan to teach at the school and was willing to provide him with a three-bedroom apartment and a monthly salary of 4,000 yuan. The conditions of No. 8 High School were even more favorable. In addition to the above conditions, No. 8 High School also hired him as the director of the Academic Affairs Office and the deputy section chief.
Chu Yifan was a little conflicted about what to do next.
In the only park in Western Hubei, Chu Yifan and Xixi were strolling side by side. On the gravel paved path, there were couples snuggling up to each other from time to time.
"Yifan, I heard that No.1 High School and No.8 High School came to look for you.”Xixi suddenly grabbed his arm.
"Yes, they talked to me in the afternoon and asked me to teach at their place. They also promised to provide me with a three-bedroom apartment.”
"Do you agree?"
"No, I haven't." As they walked, Xixi's ample breasts kept bumping against Chu Yifan's arm, making him feel a little restless.
"The conditions are so good, why don't you agree?”
"I can't bear to part with you." Chu Yifan turned his head and looked at Xixi with a burning gaze.
Xixi blushed. She lowered her head, but her body pressed closer to hers.
Chu Yifan suddenly turned around and hugged Xixi in his arms.
"Xixi, I love you!"
He could feel Xixi's delicate body trembling in his arms.
"Will you marry me?"
……
Xixi didn't answer but started sobbing. She hugged Chu Yifan tightly and buried her face in his arms.
"Are you willing?" Chu Yifan asked again.
"I'm willing!"
Xixi suddenly raised her head and looked at him. Her beautiful eyes were already filled with tears of happiness.
Although he was mentally prepared, hearing Xixi's reply with his own ears still made Chu Yifan feel so happy that he almost fainted…
Xixi, who had already lived for 25 years, tasted the sweet dew of love for the first time. Her heart was seized by a great happiness, so much so that when she returned home, the blush on her face still did not fade.
Even her parents noticed her abnormality.
"Xixi, did you encounter something happy?”his father asked.
"Dad, someone proposed to me today.”
"Who is it?" His father asked curiously," Who could make our proud little princess fall for him?”
"My colleague, Chu Yifan."
His parents looked at each other.
"Did you agree?" her mother asked.
"I agree."
"Alright? When will you bring him home for us to see?”
Xixi ran back to the bedroom with a red face.
That night, Xixi had insomnia! His mind was filled with the scene of him being with Chu Yifan just now. Chu Yifan hugged her fiery body tightly and kissed her. Even though he had only touched her lips lightly, Xixi still trembled in happiness as if she had been electrocuted. She tossed and turned, repeatedly savoring the taste of love…
Chu Yifan had made up his mind after successfully wooing Xixi. He wasn't going anywhere. Even if it was for Xixi, he wanted to stay at No. 5 High School. However, fate played a joke on him.
Three days later, Chu Yifan suddenly received a call from Mei Jing.
"Yifan, it's me. Do you know anyone from the Organization Department of the Western Hubei Municipal Committee?”Mei Jing went straight to the point.
"I don't know him." Chu Yifan didn't understand why Mei Jing would ask such a question.
"Yesterday, the people from the Organization Department of Western Hubei City came. They took away your file and said that they wanted to transfer you to the municipal government office as a secretary.”
Chu Yifan was stunned. This news was too surprising.
In the afternoon, this news was confirmed.
Zhang Yuanshan called Chu Yifan over.
"Yifan, your work results in the past two years are obvious to all. I won't hide it from you. Some time ago, I looked for your original unit, hoping to keep a talent like you in Fifth High. "Of course, No.1 Middle School and No.8 Middle School have also come to talk to me. They want to poach you, but I firmly disagree. But now, the city government wants him back, so I won't stop them. After all, working in the city government was a rare opportunity. Although I can't bear to part with you, it won't affect your progress. In the next two days, hand over the work at hand and report to the city government.”
"Principal Zhang, I want to ask, why would the city government take a fancy to me?”Chu Yifan had never understood this.
"I've asked about this too. They said that a certain leader saw your article in the newspaper and admired your talent and ability.”
Chu Yifan finally understood what was going on.
"In the future, when you're in the municipal government, do your best. Come to No. 5 High School often. Don't forget about us old friends.”
"Principal Zhang, look at what you're saying. I'll never forget your kindness.”
Chu Yifan was not in a hurry to report to the municipal government. Since he had decided on his destination, he still had to make some preparations for some personal matters. Did he need to buy a house in Western Hubei? He still had to prepare some information for his new position so that he wouldn't be left in the dark. Of course, there was also the matter between him and Xixi. Xixi said in the morning that her parents wanted to see him. This was the first time he was meeting his future father-in-law and mother-in-law, so he had to be careful. Chu Yifan now knew that Xixi's father was the city's deputy chief.
The next day, Chu Yifan arrived at Xixi's house in a suit and leather shoes. He was anxiously welcoming the first major exam in his life. His anxiety was not because Chen Lan was the deputy chief. Chu Yifan really did not take Chen Lan, the deputy chief of a prefecture-level city, to heart. At the very least, there were two ministerial-level officials among his relatives. He was nervous because Chen Lan was Xixi's father.
Unexpectedly, Xixi's parents were very kind. They warmly welcomed him to smoke, drink tea, and eat fruits. They didn't make things difficult or question him as he expected. They didn't even ask about his family background or personal situation.
After a sumptuous lunch, Xixi's father invited him to the study to play Chinese chess. Her mother pulled Xixi into the bedroom to talk.
"Take the lead."
Chu Yifan jumped off the horse in his right hand.
"Little Chu, there's something I have to tell you.”
"Uncle, please instruct me." Chu Yifan said respectfully.
Thus, while playing chess, Chen Lan told Chu Yifan about Xixi's experience of being molested when she was young.
"From then on, Xixi developed a solitary and introverted personality. To be honest, your auntie and I have been very worried. We don't know when she will be able to walk out of the shadows.”
So that was the case. Chu Yifan did not expect Xixi to have such an unbearable experience under her frosty face.
"Little Chu, to be honest, your auntie and I are really grateful to you. It was your love that allowed Xixi to walk out of the shadows and regain her smile.”
"Uncle, don't say that. Xixi is a very outstanding girl. I'm willing to give up everything for her.”
"We never doubted this, but I still have to remind you. This unbearable experience has left a huge psychological shadow on Xixi. I hope that you can be more patient and gentle with Xixi in the future.”
"Uncle, don't worry. I will definitely treat Xixi well, take good care of her, protect her, and never let her get hurt again.”
"I'm relieved. I wish you both happiness. Find a time to meet your parents and settle your marriage.”
"Alright, I'll call them when I get back.”
After they finished talking, the two of them turned their attention to the chessboard.
Chu Yifan soon discovered that his future father-in-law was actually a chess expert. His style of playing chess was sharp, his Killing techniques were fierce, and his offense and defense were well-coordinated. He maintained a strong pressure from beginning to end.
The two of them played three games in a row, and Chu Yifan lost every time.
"Still playing?" After the third game ended, Chen Lan asked while holding a chess piece.
"I'm not going down." Chu Yifan shook his head with a bitter smile. He had already done his best, but he was still one move behind.
"Little Chu, do you know why you lost?”Chen Lan asked.
"I'm not as good as you."
"Wrong."
Chu Yifan looked at Chen Lan in confusion. At this moment, Chen Lan was no longer the kind father he was when he first entered the house. Instead, he was a high-ranking chief. Naturally, Chu Yifan felt the aura of a superior.
"From your chess moves, I can tell that you have received formal training. Your basic skills are solid, and your calculations are very deep, but you still lost.”
"Why?"
"You lost in terms of momentum. Your personality is too weak. Every time you come into close combat, you will involuntarily choose to retreat and try to seek balance through compromise. From then on, you will lose the initiative step by step and eventually suffer a crushing defeat.”
Chu Yifan was enlightened. He understood that Chen Lan was using chess to guide him. Chess was like life. With his easy-going personality, he could barely cope if he was just a teacher. If he entered the life-and-death officialdom, his future would not be so bright.
"Thank you, Uncle. I've learned my lesson!"
As soon as he left Xixi's house, Chu Yifan called his mother and told her about his proposal to Xixi.
"What's the girl's name?"
"Chen Xixi."
"Her surname is also Chen. What a coincidence!"
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