Only After I Was Reborn Did I Realize That I Had Childhood Sweethearts

Chapter 49: To Our Lost 2005

Mei Lijun and Xiang Xiaoxia briefly analyzed the pros and cons of moving. Mei Lijun originally thought that his wife would have some resistance. After all, the two of themwell, they have always been very affectionate, and they would worry about each other when they are not together.

Xiang Xiaoxia has a strong controlling personality. Despite being gentle with the children, she believes that when men have money, they might go astray, so Mei Lijun always has no money.

Of course, over the years, she has also understood her husbands hardships, so she is not as strict as before.

If you want to go, then go Baizhou City is not too far away, and you can come back on weekends.

Well, I have another thing to discuss, its about this

Mei Lijun obediently sat on the sofa, acting like a child, hesitating.

Since we dont plan to move and buy a house, we still have some savings. I also want to come back more on weekends to spend time with you and our children. But my old motorcycle cant go on the highway, and its inconvenient to take a bus. It takes a lot of time and money to come back every time

Stop.

Xiang Xiaoxia raised her hand to stop Mei Lijun from speaking further.

Do you think that now that youre a section chief, you should buy a car?

Mom, Mom, let Dad buy a car!

Mei Fang said in a pure voice, with an innocent look on his face, I also want to see Dad on weekends and feel the warmth of fatherly love!

You brat!

Xiang Xiaoxia fiercely pushed Mei Fangs forehead with her index finger.

You little brat, most of the cunning ideas are probably from you

Upon careful consideration, Xiang Xiaoxia realized that maybe Mei Lijuns earlier warning was just something her son came up with on the spot

And the reason why Mei Lijun joined Mei Fangs side should be because Mei Fang used buying a car as a temptation and exchanged support from his father.

Of course, the whole event might be made up, but the logic is there. Taking Mei Ya to the unfamiliar Baizhou City is indeed a risky move.

You see, even our son is saying this. What do you say, my dear wife?

Aunt Mei! Aunt Mei! If you need money to buy a car, I can lend you some!

Xia Yuan took out her small passbook from her wallet as she spoke. She brought it specifically for the plan to save Mei Fang today.

She handed the passbook to Mei Lijun and Xiang Xiaoxia, I have 6,000 yuan in my account as New Years money. It can slightly alleviate some of your burden.

Wow, kid, you have so much money on you? Let Uncle take a look

Mei Lijun took Xia Yuans passbook and confirmed that he hadnt miscounted the decimal point. Mei Lijun was filled with confusion about life.

Yuan Yuan, Uncle envies you you have more money than Uncle.

Dont embarrass yourself in front of the child

Xiang Xiaoxia knocked on her husbands head and then handed the bankbook back to Xia Yuan. She earnestly advised, Yuan Yuan, dont easily show this bankbook to others. If any unscrupulous adults see it, they might cheat you out of your money.

Its okay, Ive only shown it to you and Ah Fang.

Xia Yuans current mood can be described as warm and pleasant, like spring in full bloom, with a tear-stained smile that appeared so charming and endearing. If its not enough, I can think of another way! Uncle Mei is really pitiful working alone in Baizhou City. Aunt Mei, you should be more considerate towards him!

Although Uncle is happy to have your support, you, this girl, with that smiling face, do I really look that pitiful?

Xiang Xiaoxia sighed, Since youre going to Baizhou City alone, I will definitely buy you a car. Im just worried that after you buy the car, I wont be by your side, who knows if youll go out and have fun

Aunt Mei! Uncle Mei is definitely not that kind of person!

Lin Youxi also chimed in, Every time I have dinner at your house, Uncle Mei always comes home on time. Its obvious that he really loves Aunt Mei and cares about you.

You see it takes a child to say this for us adults to understand. Look at us.

Mei Lijun and Xiang Xiaoxia both felt a little embarrassed.

Alright, alright, alright go ahead and buy it! Xiang Xiaoxia said seriously, But you have to remember why youre buying a car.

For the convenience of going home, to visit my good son, my good daughter, and also my good

Dont say any inappropriate things, dont you see the occasion?

Hahaha!

Lin Youxi and Xia Yuan laughed happily, and Mei Lijun laughed as well.

The first Xiali^[1] of a man, I finally get to meet you!

Of course, Xiang Xiaoxia is also very happy, feeling like a weight had been lifted from her heart.

Mei Ya, asleep in her dreams, was also happy because she had a sweet dream.

As for Mei Fang himself

Rather than being happy, he was feeling more emotional.

Children can accomplish more things than one might think.

Many times, children lack knowledge and courage due to their family environment and education, waiting for adults to arrange their own destiny.

The few brave ones are often considered mischievous, troublemakers, or rebellious.

Most of the time, they dont know what to do, or even what they have lost.

Childhood often passes by in a daze.

But it is also a carefree state.

At the end of 2005, Allen released a new album called Novembers Chopin.^[2]

Many songs in this album have become popular and timeless classics of the era.

Similarly, this is also the most beautiful youth memory of the generation before Mei Fangs rebirth.

The difference is that Mei Fang, at this moment, no longer lacks companions who share those memories with him.

Your hair is like snow

Beautifully chilling the parting

Who is touched by my incense?

Invite the bright moon

Make my memories bright and clear

Love becomes immaculate underneath the moonlight

Your hair is like snow

Tears are flying

Who has been made old by my waiting?

The word of mortals are intoxicated

Slightly drunken eras

I dont regret the tablet engraved with I Love You Forever

La la, la la, la la la la

La la, la la, ah la la la~

Reflected in the bronze mirror, with a ponytail~ If you act wildly, in this life I will pour a cup of wine and keep you company~^[3]

After humming and singing a song, Mei Fang put down the black pen in his hand, took off the headphones connected to the MP3 player, took off his thick cotton coat, and came in front the mirror.

The reflection in the mirror has already lost the baby fat of childhood. Due to the sudden death in the previous life, Mei Fang has always paid attention to rest and his body in general, so his cheeks are neither fat nor thin, and his skin is fair, already showing some delicate features.

But, is my singing really that bad?

Mei Fang touched the little bit of stubble that had grown on his face, and then touched the center of his neck, feeling the protrusion of growth.

Mei Fang has now entered puberty, with an Adams apple, and his voice has become deeper, one could say it has a certain level of charisma to it.

It shouldnt be that bad, right?

However, I still wont sing in front of that girl.

After all, I am a petty man who holds grudges

While he was thinking, Mei Fangs door suddenly opened, startling him.

Ah Fang, what are you dawdling for! We agreed to go shopping today! School is about to start, so put in some effort to have fun!

Seeing Mei Fangs embarrassed expression, Xia Yuan curiously asked, Waitare you admiring yourself in the mirror?

Knock on my door before entering! You two, how many times do I have to tell you, youre not kids anymore.

I knocked just now, but you were listening to MP3 player and didnt hear. Lin Youxi said.

Lin Youxi put one hand into her pocket, skillfully fiddled with the MP3 player, put on the headphones, and started listening to music.

Youre playing tricks on me, Youxi. You didnt knock properly, did you?

As long as you dont do anything strange, why are you afraid of someone knocking on your door

Lin Youxi gave Mei Fang a disdainful look, then closed her eyes and continued listening to music. Mei Fang was about to argue, but Xia Yuan was busy shaking Mei Fangs arm back and forth.

Alright, Ah Fang! Lets go out!

Its so cold outside, and theres a snowstorm in the south. Isnt it better to stay at home? Or you and Youxi can go?

Xia Yuan shook her head continuously and then said seriously, Its more fun with three people! And someone has to carry the things we buy.

So Im just a pack mule

Xia Yuan grabbed Mei Fangs shoulder and hugged him without any reservation.

Hehethats because Ah Fang is our most reliable friend!

Xia Yuan showed an extremely radiant smile, while Lin Youxi, beside her, kept her eyes closed, immersed in the music, with a faint smile on her face.

Time flies like an arrow, and the sun and moon fly like a shuttle.

Three years, or maybe less than three years, in any case, time quietly passed by.

It is now early spring of 2008.

This year, Mei Fang, Xia Yuan, and Lin Youxi are all around 12 years old.

This is their last year as elementary students.

And it is also their first year of becoming middle school students.

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