Everything starts with meeting Ⅲ

Chapter 163

After 12 years, a whole round.I didn't expect to see that person again.

The unforgettable feeling gradually blurred into just a sign of memory under the washing of time.When he saw that person at first glance, he only felt familiar and similar.I rummaged through the boxes and cabinets in my mind and wondered where I had seen them, but there was no result for a whole night.

Perhaps, this is the so-called "friendship at first sight".

Zhai Guqing doesn't remember, it doesn't mean that person doesn't remember.

It was the most absurd debauchery in his 32 years of life.After many years, I occasionally think of what happened 12 years ago.Goodbye to that person, Wentang's heart that had been silent for 12 years tightened as if it was about to stop beating.

Memories surged up from the bottom of my heart like a frenzy.It reminded Wentang that the unruly attitude of that person at that time deeply hurt himself who was subject to the stereotypes.He envied him, envied him even more.

In just three months, they hardly spoke a word to each other, and their eyes were always staggered.The few times they looked at each other, the other party completely ignored him.By chance, he heard a group of people discussing himself, and the object of his jealousy was among them.Wentang heard him say...

"Who? The little teacher from S University? I don't remember... Oh, that nerd with a straight face all day long. Hahaha, remember...it's very pitiful."

Very poor.This is the impression he has in his mind.

What about him?In addition to that dazzling blond hair, there is also an unbridled laugh.

Is the change too big? Twelve years ago, his hair hung on his shoulders and was dyed a golden color that was popular in that era. It was tied up with a rubber band, leaving a few broken hairs on his forehead; his not-so-big eyes were shining brightly.Always black half-sleeved body-shirts, camouflage sweatpants, slovenly, slovenly.Ordinary and cheap clothes can't conceal his characteristics, and his every move is so flamboyant, as if there is no one in the world who is freer and more unrestrained than him.

12 years have passed.His hair had gone back to black, layered and neatly trimmed.The arrogance and rebellion of his youth were gone from his face.The eyes became deep, and the corners of the mouth were slightly raised intentionally or unintentionally, which was fleeting.Most of the time he is silent, like an observer, evaluating and choosing among a group of strong men.

Does he remember me?Wentang thought secretly.

At the dinner table, the old Chen from the Joint Research Institute hid words in his words, leaving a few words for everything he said.Wentang withdrew his thoughts from the man, and said, "I would venture to ask. Since you value Jun Wei, why didn't you show up when he committed the crime? Jun Wei died at the hands of Situ. , Have you investigated the people in the special case team?"

Lao Chen opened his mouth but couldn't speak, seemingly unable to speak.Wen Tang didn't make things difficult for him, and said to himself: "At that time, you already had some information about Situ and the special case team. During your direct contact with Situ, you mentioned that it was because of Yuchen that Situ and the others were treated. I have understood. If I understand correctly, you and the research institute you belong to have concealed a lot of things. If you cooperate, you must be honest, Lao Chen, are you right?"

Some unhurried questioning attracted Zhai Guqing's attention to Wentang.He knew that Situ's friends were not simple, but this man who looked like a frail scholar seemed to have more intriguing connotations.Zhai Guqing couldn't help but look at the other party a few more times, with strong interest.

A wave of waves has risen again.

During the dinner, there was news of another death.Situ and others rushed to the scene of the crime, and asked Tang Shuo to send Zhai Guqing to the hotel.

Wentang said calmly, "I'll send Mr. Zhai off." After saying that, he felt a little regretful.But the words have already been spoken, so naturally there is no reason to take them back.

Zhai Guqing cast a sideways glance at Wen Tang, and also wanted to chat with Wen Tang for a while.He smiled and said, "How about I buy you a drink?"

"When we get here, I should be the host." Wentang is not a hesitant person.He took his coat and handbag and walked to Zhai Guqing, "What do you like to drink?"

The wine is Corona, which was very popular in bars in the early years.Zhai Guqing said that he has never followed any trends, and he will always like what he likes.Wentang has an indifferent attitude towards wine, and he will drink whatever Zhai Guqing drinks.

The lemon stuck in the mouth of the bottle was stuffed into the bottle, and the salt in the small saucer was stuck on the back of the hand.He picked up the wine bottle with his slender fingers, licked the back of his hand with his scarlet tongue, and the pale yellow wine flowed down his lips.A set of simple and smooth movements firmly caught Wen Tang's sight. In 12 years, he lost the rebelliousness of the past, and became more mature and sexy.

Realizing that his face was flushed, Wen Tang hurriedly lowered his head.

"Uncomfortable?" Discovering Wentang's strangeness, Zhai Guqing asked in surprise, "Are you all right?"

"It's okay." Wen Tang picked up the bottle with a smile and poured the wine into the glass.He is not used to drinking from a bottle.No matter what kind of wine it is, follow the rules of the older generation.

Full wine, half tea, flat bowl of rice.

Pick up the wine glass and bring it to your mouth.He licked the mouth of the glass with his lips, opened it slightly, took a sip of the wine, then gently put down the glass, and habitually pushed it half an inch forward.The retracted hand curled slightly, resting next to the wine glass.Good self-cultivation, dignified demeanor, and gestures deeply caught Zhai Guqing's eyes.

Deja vu, where have I seen it.This kind of desire to tear off the strong shell and see clearly what is inside.

Zhai Guqing couldn't understand himself.It should be the first meeting with Wentang, how can there be so much familiarity?He smiled and said, "Don't worry about what I said, I always feel like I've seen you somewhere."

Wen Tang's heart skipped a beat, his hands and feet became colder.Intellectually, he is calm, but his mouth is unguarded.He laughed and said, "It's a very old-fashioned way of communication." After saying this, Wen Tang regretted it.It's a "very old-fashioned way to strike up a conversation" if I didn't say it.

What happened today?Why didn't you see the calmness and composure in the past?

Zhai Guqing, who was opposite, seemed to find Wentang's teasing very interesting, and leaned forward in a serious manner, "Secretary Wen, I'm not an apprentice."

Hearing this, Wentang smiled knowingly, "Mr. Zhai, I'm not a young lady either."

Zhai Guqing laughed, "Don't call me Mr. What, you're unfamiliar. Call me Gu Qing, no matter whose side it is, we are all in the same boat."

This is true.If you are not one of you, you cannot enter the best private room in Koudulao.This alone is enough for them to be honest.

Wentang said that he had known Situ for several years.Back then, his father had entrusted Situ to handle a theft case, and since then, Situ had left a very good impression on him.This man is bold and careful, and full of drive.

Through Situ, I met a few people, and Wentang had to say that they were all outstanding and outstanding.Therefore, every time Situ said that there were new friends present, he would look forward to some.

Zhai Guqing didn't play tricks with Wen Tang, and said bluntly: My younger brother never thought of getting close to outsiders, and Dudu admired Lin Yao very much.Not for anything else, but for Yuchen, I will do my best to help this time.As for Situ himself.Zhai Guqing said with a smile: His character is very charming.

charming?Wen Tang thought and shook his head, "I didn't see the charm. As a friend, Situ is definitely worth talking to."

"More than that." Zhai Guqing took another sip of wine, smacked his lips, and tasted it, "It's just worth talking to, you won't lose your job because of them."

"You know?" Wentang was surprised.Or, he felt that Zhai Guqing seemed to have misunderstood something, "I am helping, not because of Situ."

Zhai Guqing raised his eyebrows and joked: "Because you are from the Wen family?"

"Of course not." Wen Tang denied Zhai Guqing's guess, "Because of the special case team. To tell you the truth, the relationship between me and the special case team, and between me and the special case team is dependent on each other. With me, It is more convenient for them to do things; with them, those who want to touch me have to weigh it. So, I am not as noble and selfless as you think. "

"No, no, you misunderstood." As he spoke, Zhai Guqing became serious, "Actually, I have heard about you, but I have never thought of criticizing your morality. Besides, this is our first time tonight. Meet. Although I always feel like I've seen you before."

Wentang was nervous about this and didn't say a word.

Zhai Guqing continued: "There are noble people. I believe there are many such people. But people, I mean: as long as you are a human being, you will inevitably think more about yourself. This is innate. I I don’t think it’s selfish, but I think it’s a sense of self-protection brought out from the mother’s womb.”

After hearing Zhai Guqing's argument, Wen Tang lowered his eyes and smiled lightly.Said: "It still depends on the growth environment. Different environments breed different people. I agree with your view that 'people should think more about themselves'. But there must be a scale. For example: If you put If I were you, you wouldn't give up your job."

"How do you know I won't?"

Speaking of this, Zhai Guqing became serious.He tugged at the skirts that were parted on both sides, and sat upright, threatening Wentang to say something about Ziwu Maoyou.Wentang also took it seriously, and carefully explained to him: "If you are not in your position, you will not seek political success. You are a businessman, and you choose the pros and cons of the incident based on your own interests. It is not good for you, or You will completely give up on the disadvantages of the general environment behind you. Once a businessman falls, it is not easy to make a comeback. Moreover, your character of not admitting defeat will not allow you to bow your head and admit defeat to anyone."

Has this man studied himself?The more Zhai Guqing listened, the more suspicious he became, and a little surprise appeared on his face subconsciously.Wentang is so shrewd, and immediately said tactfully: "I'm not saying that you are self-willed and seeking personal gain. In business and business, your choice is right. But I can't, I am not a businessman, I have worked hard in that circle since I was a child, I Know how to retreat and advance, know how to give up all the benefits that can be earned back. We grow up in different environments, so we think about problems from different angles; the values ​​we create are different, and the choices are naturally different. Do you deny it?"

"Of course I don't deny it. But..." Zhai Guqing pondered for a moment, "Your words sound nice, but if it's time to change positions, I'm still that selfish profiteer who doesn't care about the overall situation. Because investing in them is too risky. You It's different, yes, you are different from me. You have to admit it. Without your help, Situ and his gang would not have been able to dig up so many mummies, and the higher authorities would not attach so much importance to this case. In the final analysis, it is still you."

"not my business."

Wen Tang said calmly.If I don't do that, Situ and the others have a solution.I just gave them the right opportunity at the right time.This opportunity is just a choice for me, but if you are me, it is not as simple as a choice.Even if you let go cruelly, you will drag a group of people into the water.You won't walk silently like me, but you will walk vigorously. "At this time, Zhai Guqing finally understood. Wentang is beating around the bush and saying that he will take revenge!

In fact, Zhai Dong really misunderstood.

"No, no." Zhai Guqing interrupted Wen Tang.You struggled and said: "You are changing the concept secretly."

Wen Tang kept his smile and said, "I didn't change the concept secretly, I just analyzed the differences between us. You are more threatening than me."

"I?"

"Of course. I don't know what to do, don't you?"

"Are you probing my bottom?"

"Is it necessary? We are on the same boat, and this is what you said."

etc!Why did you come back again?Zhai Guqing had a slight headache, carefully thought over what the two of them said just now, and confirmed that Wentang was right.But he just felt something was wrong.

This bad feeling of being led by the nose unintentionally is so fucking familiar!

"I said Secretary Wen, did we really not know each other before?"

This time, Wentang laughed heartily.He laughed out the arrogance that others couldn't see in the past, and laughed out the freedom and ease buried deep in his bones.Zhai Guqing couldn't take his eyes off the smiling one.

When a gentleman who is as gentle as jade suddenly laughs at you, he has already given you enough trust.

Not only did Zhai Guqing not feel awkward about the feeling of disobedience, but he wanted to know more about Wentang.This first meeting almost completely dissected his interesting being.He wanted to hear Wentang talk more and laugh more.

Even though the idea of ​​frankness had no reason, it still took root deeply in his heart.

Zhai Guqing raised the wine bottle, "For more than 30 years, my father has never seen me so clearly. For this reason, it should be clear."

Wentang was kind and generous, picked up his wine glass, and joked, "It's a big taboo to talk lightly and deeply. But, you can ask my uncle to talk to me more in the future." "Well, please forgive me. I'm hiding in the capital now." It's too late."

Clinked glasses and drank wine.Wen Tang seemed to ask casually: "What's wrong?"

"Business matters." Zhai Guqing also answered casually, "I have a project that requires a lot of funds. Everything is ready, but I am stuck on the first contract. I want to take advantage of my father's relationship to run away .My dad got angry with me, saying that I don’t have such a big butt, so don’t wear such big pants.”

puff!Wen Tang almost sprayed the wine all over Zhai Guqing's face.Zhai Guqing waved his hand with a wry smile, saying that it doesn't matter if he doesn't mention it.

In this way, the life talk is over, and the topic of business has also been discussed.There were also twenty more empty wine bottles on the table.Before I knew it, I had already drank a lot.No wonder Wen Tang felt a little dizzy.

It was late at night, and Zhai Guqing remembered that he hadn't found a hotel to book a room, so he was lazy and planned to find a hotel nearby.

"Come and live at my house." Wen Tang acted recklessly again.

Naturally, Zhai Guqing couldn't see the entanglement in Wen Tang's face, so he picked up his handbag and said calmly, "Okay, then I'll stop bothering you."

It's hard to get off a tiger, forget it, let's just go.

The bar is not close to Wen Tang's home, and it took half an hour to drive there.During this period, Zhai Guqing didn't think about why he would live in Wentang's house, he just liked being with Wentang very much.Whether it's chatting or drinking, I like it.Perhaps, what he likes the most is to test and find out with Wen Tang overtly and secretly.

Wentang's home is not big, with two bedrooms, one living room and one bathroom.It was clean and spotless.Zhai Guqing looked around in the living room, and said with a smile: "This is the benefit of having a girlfriend. My house is a typical example of mess."

Wen Tang came out of the bedroom and found a new set of pajamas for Zhai Guqing.Hearing what he said, I couldn't help but smile wryly, "Xiaoyue never helps me clean the room, it's all done by my mother's aunt."

Zhai Guqing was surprised.Or puzzled?

"Even if nothing happens, you and He Xiaoyue are talking about marriage, right? Have you ever cleaned your room?"

"The family is strictly controlled." Wen Tang put his pajamas on the sofa, and gave Zhai Guqing a glass of water.Said: "I will come and sit during the day, and I am absolutely not allowed to stay overnight at night. If I don't ask her for help, she won't clean it up."

With such an explanation, Zhai Guqing understood.He smiled and said, "I've met such a girl too. The year before last, my mother introduced one to me, which was similar to yours. Even if I hold hands, I have to ask, 'Is this suitable? We've only met each other not long ago'" After saying that, Hehe smiled, "Everything makes me feel that I am actually very dirty."

Wen Tang also laughed, "But we can't say that they are wrong. In fact, there are not many girls who are so clean and self-loving. If I choose a wife, I will choose such a wife."

Zhai Guqing raised his eyebrows, "If you were a companion, you wouldn't choose He Xiaoyue?"

Wentang shook his head helplessly, "It's not that I'm tired of work."

Di Guqing became curious, "If nothing happened to the He family, would you really get married?"

"meeting."

"Not necessarily..." Zhai Guqing smiled weakly, "You are not the kind of person who is willing to be plain." Okay.You have tested me, and it is my turn to test you.

A very common sentence came out of Zhai Guqing's mouth, which made Wentang stunned on the spot.I don't understand why Zhai Guqing can see through the restless factor in your bones.That's right, he did think about canceling the engagement, even if nothing happened to the He family, he didn't want to marry He Xiaoyue.

If he said: He has never seen Situ and others being intimate and happy, maybe he would not expect anything extravagantly.As he himself said, different environments make different people.He is not on the same path as Situ and others, and many things cannot be done as they wish.But still envious, still eager.

This is human nature.

Wen Tang pondered over several times, whether he loves He Xiaoyue or not.He even asked his mother, look, do I love her?My mother said bluntly: After getting along for a long time, you will fall in love.

Oh I got it.In his own heart, in the eyes of others, he doesn't love her.If she just got married like this, would she be cheating on He Xiaoyue?Wentang understands very well that He Xiaoyue also knows that he doesn't love her, just like he knows that she doesn't love him either.

A purposeful marriage, what is it about love?

The clock on the wall struck two o'clock.Wen Tang rushed back from his brief contemplation and said, "It's too late, go to bed. There are still many things to do tomorrow. Mr. Zhai, the guest room is on the left, and there is a separate bathroom inside."

Zhai Guqing was not polite, but reminded him again, "It's called Gu Qing."

Before calling the exit, Zhai Guqing had already entered the room and closed the door.

Wen Tang retracted his chasing steps, looking at his feet thoughtfully.Really want to catch up?What if you can catch up?Apologize?Please?Or tell him that he regretted it for 12 years?

ridiculous.What's the use of apologizing for that kind of thing?

Perhaps, he has long forgotten.

After returning to the room, Wen Tang was a little disgruntled.After taking a shower and changing into pajamas, I lay on the bed tossing and turning.There are too many things in my mind, and they are tangled together like a mess of countless threads, which can't be cleared up or unraveled.After thinking about it for a long time, I gradually fell asleep.

During this sleep, Wen Tang had many dreams.In the dream, there was the young him, and the young Zhai Guqing.

Blonde hair, dazzling smile.In the dim noon, the man walked and ate a box of steaming fried noodles.When I met my buddies who were used to fighting in daily life, I talked nonsense, moved my hands, kicked my feet, and the fried noodles fell to the ground.The man knelt down straight, holding the fried noodles covered in dust in front of the main competition building, wanting to cry without tears.

This man is really interesting.He watched from the shadows, thought, and smiled.