The family of three, including Shi Yu, returned to the Northwest, and Shen Qingqing’s work and life resud as usual.
Every day involves teaching, preparing lessons, and handling trivial matters.
If she has free ti, she takes on so translation work.
Now that she’s in a relationship, she has to make ti to be with Jiang Zhixun. They’ve long passed the age of passionate love; their dates consist of having als, taking walks, occasionally shopping, or watching movies.
Jiang Zhixun wants to take Shen Qingqing mountain climbing to help her get so exercise.
Now working, Shen Qingqing often either stands or sits without doing other exercises.
He notices her slim arms and legs and always wishes she could build so strength.
In case of an ergency, she can run a bit faster.
Moreover, mountain climbing not only exercises the body but also allows one to relax and enjoy the scenery, relieving work stress.
But Shen Qingqing doesn’t want to.
"Mountain climbing is so tiring."
Jiang Zhixun coaxed her, "We won’t go too far. We can take a sketchpad and paint landscapes halfway up the mountain."
She still has to work, and getting too exhausted would be counterproductive.
Shen Qingqing sat at the desk grading papers and glanced at him sideways, "It’s so cold. My hands are frozen stiff. How can I paint?"
Jiang Zhixun looked amused, "I’m not just a decoration."
Thinking of how he would warm her hands, a blush crept onto Shen Qingqing’s face.
Turning slightly, she slipped her fingers inside Jiang Zhixun’s coat collar to button the shirt he hadn’t fully fastened.
She spoke righteously, "Please mind your appearance and don’t be so sloppy!"
Jiang Zhixun couldn’t help but laugh. Standing up from the single sofa, he leaned over to kiss Shen Qingqing on the cheek.
He felt that she slled sweet and felt soft all over.
He really wanted to hold her in his arms.
"How much longer will you be?"
Shen Qingqing is very busy with work. It’s not like she’s free after teaching classes.
As the end of the term approaches, the workload becos heavier.
After grading papers, she has to create exam papers for the students.
She glanced at the ti, "Half an hour more, then we can have dinner."
After speaking, she lowered her head to continue grading.
Knowing she’s been busy with work lately, Jiang Zhixun didn’t disturb her.
Otherwise, delaying her would an she’d have to work late into the night.
Watching her serious work deanor, an inexplicable sense of pride arose.
Our Qingqing has really grown up.
She can teach and nurture others!
Unable to resist, he kissed her cheek again.
Shen Qingqing frowned, "If you keep annoying , you should just go back."
Jiang Zhixun wasn’t going anywhere, "I’ll get dinner from the canteen, so once you finish grading, you can eat."
This was exactly what Shen Qingqing wanted.
The weather was so cold that she really didn’t want to go out.
She blinked, "You’re still a patient. Is it really good for you to take care of ?"
Though his condition had stabilized, Shen Qingqing couldn’t help but treat him as a patient.
Jiang Zhixun pinched her cheek, "There’s sothing I haven’t told you yet."
"What is it?"
"In a few days, I’ll return to my unit. I can only co back to see you on leave."
Shen Qingqing was surprised, "I thought the re-flying assessnt wasn’t passed yet?"
She had assud that during this period, Jiang Zhixun could keep resting and wait to return to his unit after passing the assessnt.
Jiang Zhixun explained, "Without flying, I’ll focus on theory and maintaining physical fitness."
Shen Qingqing nodded, "That’s true. If you continue like this, your abs will turn into a single block. How will you keep up with training intensity later?"
Jiang Zhixun felt wronged.
"Looks like you didn’t touch carefully earlier."
He grabbed Shen Qingqing’s hand, "Feel it properly this ti."
Shen Qingqing kicked him, "You rogue!"
Her calf was held by the man. He was strong and his hands were broad, effortlessly restraining Shen Qingqing.
Shen Qingqing dressed formally for her classes during the day.
A calf-length skirt paired with a thick wool coat outside.
She didn’t take off her coat when she returned to her dorm.
She only changed into cotton slippers, which were light and warm.
The warmth spread from the calf, and his fingers brushed lightly, that breathless, heart-racing feeling arose again.
Shen Qingqing spoke softly, "I still have work to do. Could you please get dinner? I’m a bit hungry."
Her eyes were round and clear, her gaze at him gentle and soft.
Like she could drown soone in them.
Jiang Zhixun fell for this.
After helping Shen Qingqing wear her slippers properly, he let her go.
"So when are we going out? If not soon, we can only wait until my leave."
Though the weather was cold, one can’t just stay cooped up at ho all the ti.
Walking outside when the sun’s out can relax the body and mind a lot.
He withdrew his intense gaze, and Shen Qingqing sighed with relief, "Do you really want to go?"
Jiang Zhixun corrected, "It’s not about going; it’s about wanting to unwind with you."
"What’s the difference?"
Jiang Zhixun thought there was a big difference because without Shen Qingqing, he wouldn’t even have this thought.
The man squatted in front of her, looking up and focusing on her.
This made Shen Qingqing feel like she was his entire world.
In monts like these, she tends to be soft-hearted. As long as Jiang Zhixun’s requests aren’t too outrageous, she’ll agree.
"Let’s go the day after tomorrow then."
That day happens to be a Sunday, the only day she can spare for an outing.
"Okay, I’ll pick you up then; you don’t need to prepare anything else. Just bring your art supplies."
After saying this, Jiang Zhixun added, "If you don’t feel like drawing, then don’t. It’s all up to you."
He simply knew that Shen Qingqing loved painting as much as she loved languages, which is why he suggested it.
If given the chance, he’d like to accompany Shen Qingqing to an art exhibition.
This was tailored to her likings.
Helpful for their relationship developnt.
"Okay."
That’s what Shen Qingqing said.
Jiang Zhixun was a bit puzzled, unsure of what she ant.
Seeing her pick up her pen to continue grading, he didn’t disturb her work further.
Holding the lunch box and keys, he left the dormitory.
Thoughtfully closing the door to prevent cold air from coming in.
Their relationship was known to the teachers and family mbers living in the sa building.
Seeing Jiang Zhixun take the lunch box to the canteen and Shen Qingqing not there, they all praised him as a good man.
"In such cold weather, I don’t want to go out to get food either. I’d be really moved if soone delivered als to my dormitory."
"Teacher Shen has really found herself a good partner. If she wished, Mr. Jiang would probably feed Teacher Shen himself."
"Teacher Shen is so outstanding and also very beautiful. How could Mr. Jiang not treasure her? If I were a man, I’d not only serve her als, but I’d also not let her do any chores, letting her delicate fingers never do household work!"
Knowing they were joking, Jiang Zhixun felt a bit shy from their teasing.
"Qingqing hasn’t finished work. I’m just idle too."
The people on their way to get als cheered, "You just can’t bear to let Teacher Shen tire out, right?"
This was indeed true.
The canteen wasn’t far, but her work was already tiring; Jiang Zhixun wanted her to have a good rest.
Jiang Zhixun knew Shen Qingqing’s favorite dishes well.
He was straightforward in doing things and didn’t hesitate in getting als.
He ordered rice, braised pork, and fish-flavored shredded pork.
They went well with rice.
Considering Shen Qingqing’s fondness for pasta, he also bought two at buns.
She could choose whatever she wanted to eat.
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