Fang Yan stood in front of the small house. There is already weed growing out of the cement floor in front of the door. It’s already been a year and a half since she last came here. This was where they met, where their fate intertwined. Although it may seem unrelated, she would treasure this feeling. She has no regrets.
“Miss?” A middle-aged woman rushed towards her. Fang Yan recognized her. When she stood here for the past couple of days, she would encounter this woman every day and assume that she is a nearby resident.
“Are you talking to me?” Fang Yan asked with uncertainty since they do not know each other.
The woman came to her side, looked at the house and then turned to her and smiled enthusiastically, “The family who lived here have already moved away. Do you miss them? If so, I can try to help you contact them. I heard they moved to Shanghai.” She lived in the house not far from here. Three days ago, she saw this girl. The past three days when she went out to by food, she would see this girl standing in front of the house, sometimes smiling or sadly drooping her eyes. The woman thought that she might not know that the family relocated so she is standing here waiting for them. When the woman saw this, she decided to walk up to her and try to help.
Fang Yan was very grateful for her enthusiasm, “I’m not looking for anyone, I used to live here. I’m about to leave so I just want to come here and take a look.”
“So it is like this, look at me being so meddlesome.” The middle-aged woman said with a smile.
“No, no, it’s fine, Thank you very much.” Fang Yan sincerely thanked her. She really likes the folk culture here, everyone is always sincere and enthusiastic. Honestly speaking, she is also part of this town. Her mother’s ancestral home is here which is why she asked to be sent back here after her death.
The two politely chatted for a while. Then the middle-aged woman suddenly remembered something and left first.
Fang Yan looked at the house in front of her and unconsciously touch the ring on the ring finger of her right hand. She can only secretly miss that man’s gentleness and warmth from when they were together. That person had already become someone else’s husband three days ago. The name on the spouse column is someone else’s name.
Suddenly, a pair of hands drew around her waist, drawing her into a warm and familiar embrace. She could feel his heart beating rapidly on his broad chest and his rapid breathing by her ear, showing how nervous and urgent he is.
Fang Yan didn’t dare to move or breath. Even more, she doesn’t have the courage to turn and look at the person behind her. She could only foolishly stand there as giant beads of tears roll down her face.
The arm tightened around her waist. The familiar touch couldn’t help but make her whimper, “Is...is that you?” Her voice is unsure but with a hint of surprise. She is afraid that this is an illusion that would disappear at any minute.
Zheng Weiqian buried his head in her neck. The familiar smell and the feeling in the hand told him that this is real. After searching for three days and nights, he finally has her in his arms.
“You were really hard to find.” Zheng Weiqian buried his face into her neck, his voice hoarse and muffled.
“Is….is it really you?” Fang Yan still doesn’t dare to turn around afraid that this is all an illusion.
Zheng Weiqian turned her around so she can face him. Then he lowered his head and kissed her. It was not a gentle kiss as before, it was strong and overbearing. His tongue wrapped around hers, forcing her to dance with him as if trying to prove to her who he is. Faced with this familiar intimacy, Fang Yan’s defenses finally came crashing down.
When the two ran out of breath, Zheng Weiqian unwilling let go. His hand cupped her red cheeks and softly asked, “Are you sure now?”
Fang Yan stared at the man in front of her. His hair is in a mess and his face looks haggard with a stubble on his chin, but he did not lose any of his handsomeness. Instead, it makes him look more mature. She was sure that it is him but her head wouldn’t listen to her as she shook her head.
“Not sure? Then I’ll confirm once again.” His lips covered hers once again. This time, it seemed to be more impatient and overbearing than before.
“Are you sure now?” He deeply looked at her, his visions blurred.
Fang Yan panted and nodded. She is convinced that he is the only one who can give her this type of intimacy. It’s just, why is he here?
As if he could read her thoughts, Zheng Weiqian spoke first, “Lin Xuanxuan came around at the wedding. We didn’t get married so I came to you.” He held her tightly in his arms as he said this.
Fang Yan reached out to hug him, her eyes filled with tears, “Really?”
“Really.” Zheng Weiqian’s eyes also reddened as he hugs her tighter, “I will never leave you again.” This is his commitment to her.
“En.” With tears in her eyes, Fang Yan heavily nodded. This time, she will never let go.
The two embraced each other for a long time before they finally let go. Fang Yan reached out to touch his tired face and distressfully said, “You’ve lost weight.”
“En.” Because she wasn’t around, he forced himself to work hard every day to keep him busy and from thinking about her.
“How did you know I was here?” She didn’t tell anyone that she would be here. She kept her phone turned off the past few days and didn’t keep in contact with anyone. She silently immerses herself in the memories of her past and recalled everything that happened between them.
“I had a feeling you would be here so I came.” Zheng Weiqian told her so.
Fang Yan smiled, she likes this statement, whether it is true or not.
He didn’t mention that he went to Beijing at first or rushed to the U.S. overnight or to Hong Kong because he was anxious to find her. He also didn’t mention that he came to town after Fang Rui reminded him of it or how only before he went to her mother’s grave was he certain that she was here. These things are not important. What’s important is he found her. He is willing to love her unconditionally to see that beautiful smile on her.
“Where do you live? I’m so tired.” After finding her and holding her hand, he finally realized how little sleep he got the past few days.
When she saw his exhaustion, she distressfully reached out to him and smiled, “I’ll take you back.”
Zheng Weiqian smiled at her. This feeling is very blissful and happy.
The sunset cast a shadow on their body, reflecting the happiness of the pair of lovers.
The end.
thanks for translation. but is there no epilogue?
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