diskusbooks Chapter 148 The Scorching Sun (47 pages)
Chapter 148 The Scorching Sun (47 pages)
Gu Yao put down her phone, went back to the bathroom to continue washing up, looked at her somewhat haggard face in the mirror, picked up a handful of cold water and splashed it on her face.
I want to clear my head.
But the person in the mirror still looked incredibly tired.
Gu Yao didn't press the matter further and sighed softly.
He tidied himself up and waited to meet Yu Boning in the afternoon.
After all, this is the last time, so we really can't be too sloppy.
Gu Yao stood in front of the dressing mirror, looking at the shirt that originally fit well but now seemed a bit too big. He could only tuck the shirt in to try and make it look more fitted.
She reached up and ran her hand through her hair, covering the purple marks on her forehead from the cold wind from leaning against the glass yesterday.
It was nearly December in B City, and it was still cold.
Gu Yao picked up his phone and checked the time.
almost.
When the waiter led him to the door of the private room, he even straightened his clothes.
Unexpectedly, Yu Boning looked even dirtier than him.
The girl next to him grabbed his ear, his face contorted with rage, while he begged for mercy.
"Grandma, I was wrong, I was wrong."
"Then why did you dare pull my hair just now? Are you tired of living?"
This sound was full of energy.
The moment Gu Yao entered, he was so startled that his body trembled.
The girl was also somewhat taken aback, as if she hadn't expected Gu Yao to suddenly come in.
Now, facing Gu Yao, she quickly released her grip on Yu Boning's ear, placed her hands on her lap, and gave Gu Yao a gentle smile.
She has the demeanor of a perfect lady.
Gu Yao: ...
This is the first time I've seen someone whose expression changes even faster than his.
However, a proper gentleman would not embarrass a girl, and he smiled at her.
Watching the interaction between the two, Yu Boning, who was rubbing his ears with a contorted expression, said sourly, "Gu Yao, don't be fooled by her like this, she's a complete... woof!" tiger.
Before Yu Boning could finish speaking, he was interrupted by a scream.
Yan Jingying turned her head, her face still showing that gentle expression as she looked at Yu Boning, "What is he?"
Having just run away from home in a desperate attempt to survive, Yu Boning now faced this murderous gaze with utter composure.
"She is a perfect lady, gentle and elegant."
Yan Jingying nodded in satisfaction, then turned to look at Gu Yao, trying to salvage her shattered image.
But he ran into Gu Yao's focused gaze.
The look in their eyes was filled with deep envy.
For a moment, Yan Jingying was speechless.
It was Yu Boning, the clueless one who couldn't read the room, who broke the ice first: "I've already ordered a few dishes, Gu Yao. Take a look at the menu and order whatever you like. It's on me today."
Seeing Yu Boning's heroic demeanor, Yan Jingying rolled her eyes, but still didn't expose him.
She helped Yu Boning squeeze the funds for this event out of Uncle Yu's hands, and she knew exactly how much money it was.
Seeing the silly dog's happy expression, Yan Jingying sighed softly.
If it's not enough later, she can make up for it for others.
Gu Yao looked at the two of them and a smile appeared on his lips.
I really envy this kind of simple and ordinary relationship.
Yu Boning looked at Gu Yao and slapped his forehead.
"Oh, right, I just remembered something."
Gu Yao thought this silly dog was going to introduce his girlfriend to him.
But then they saw Yu Boning lift a white cloth that was lying in the corner of the private room.
With a mysterious look on his face, he carried the picture frame to Gu Yao.
"Look, this is the most satisfying work I've ever painted. I'm giving it to you."
Yu Boning had a smug look on his face.
Gu Yao stared blankly at the painting, which wasn't particularly large.
The painting is clearly divided into two halves, one half is light and the other half is darkness. The boy in white clothes is stained with dark colors, struggling to escape the darkness and reaching out to touch the light. His face, which is covered in dirt, is filled with a deep longing for the light. The moment his fingertips touch the light, his face bursts with intense joy.
The colors and composition are bold; the painting, though small in size, evokes a powerful and moving feeling.
Looking at the expression on his brother's face, Yu Boning felt instantly awesome.
"Although this is not the most expensive of my paintings, it is the one I put the most effort into and the one I am most satisfied with. When I put pen to paper, I wanted to give it to you."
Gu Yao shifted his gaze to Yu Boning, who was standing in front of him with a somewhat arrogant expression.
He seemed untouched by the shadows of growing up; at all times, he was like a little sun, able to dispel all unhappiness.
From the time they met until now, they seem to have always been such flamboyant and passionate young men.
Yu Boning, whose face was usually rather unserious, now wore a solemn expression as he looked down at his painting, a hint of nostalgia in his eyes, and gently touched it.
"I had the idea for this painting since the time I saw you off at the train station."
As he spoke, he looked up at Gu Yao.
"Gu Yao, I know that a lot of things have happened in your family, but you have never told me. Even though we have been friends since childhood, you have never asked me for help."
You may not even realize it yourself, but the older you get, the less happy you become, even though you used to be able to laugh happily, carefree and without a worry in the world.
Every day we can discuss which window in the cafeteria is the worst at serving food.
Later, it seemed like you were burdened by many things, and imprisoned by many things.
Just like you right now, you're smiling, but your face carries an indescribable weariness and a heavy sense of age, not at all like a young person.
So I painted this picture. No matter how hard life is, we must face it positively. We will always tear through the darkness and embrace the light. So promise me, you must…
At this point, Yu Boning choked up slightly, wiped away her tears, and then looked at Gu Yao to continue.
"Live well."
Gu Yao looked at the stubborn light in Yu Boning's eyes, a look that seemed to be asking for an answer.
But he remained silent.
He didn't want to lie to Yu Boning.
He cannot fulfill this request.