20demayo Chapter 466 Helping you watch the store
Chapter 466 Helping you watch the store
However, as the sky darkened, Chen Rufeng's uneasiness began to grow again. He walked to the counter, looked at the wooden box, and silently asked himself: When will the stranger come back? Who is he? Why did he put this box here?
On a quiet night, Chen Rufeng finally plucked up the courage and decided to face the problem that had troubled him for a long time. He knew that no matter what was in the box, only by solving the mystery could he regain his inner peace. He sat in front of the wooden box, struggling in his heart, should he continue to wait, or take the initiative to uncover this unknown secret?
Under the cover of night, there was only the sound of the wind gently blowing through the leaves. Chen Rufeng's fingers hesitated on the box, and his heartbeat quickened. He was not sure if he really wanted to know the answer, but he knew that this moment could not be avoided. Perhaps it was this unknown that made him feel a hint of fear in his peaceful life.
He sighed, and finally withdrew his hand, deciding to wait for a while. Perhaps, that person will come back one day, or perhaps, the secret of this wooden box does not need to be revealed by him. In any case, he still hopes that when the sun rises tomorrow, he can continue to live this ordinary but fulfilling life. Although he has unsolved mysteries in his heart, he still believes that this courtyard and this small shop can bring him peace and satisfaction.
Chen Rufeng's mood has become a little subtle recently. Since he opened the store, his life was originally peaceful, but in recent days, he found that deep in his heart he actually began to look forward to a certain moment every day - that is when Ran Qiuye comes to the store to buy things.
Ran Qiuye is a primary school teacher. She always comes to the store to buy some daily necessities or snacks before school every afternoon. She is about thirty years old, pretty and gentle. When Chen Rufeng first met her, he thought she was no different from other customers, but as she came more frequently, he gradually became interested in this woman who often wore a faint smile.
That day, Ran Qiuye walked into the store as usual. There were no other customers in the store at that time. She gently pushed open the door, and the bell made a crisp sound. Chen Rufeng walked out from behind the shelf and greeted her with a smile: "Teacher Ran, what do you want to buy today?" "Rufeng, you have more and more things here recently. Help me get a bag of flour and a bottle of soy sauce." Her voice was neither hurried nor slow, like the morning sun, warm and soft.
Chen Rufeng nodded, quickly took what she wanted from the shelf, and handed it to her. "You seem to be in a good mood today." He asked casually. He was a little surprised when he asked this question, as if he wanted to know more about her.
Ran Qiuye was stunned for a moment, then she smiled even brighter: "Well, there was a child in school who performed very well today, and I feel very relieved." She took the things and said softly: "Sometimes, when I see the children making little progress, I feel that all the hard work is worth it."
Chen Rufeng felt warm in his heart when he heard her words. Although he didn't know much about education, he could see Ran Qiuye's sincere concern for the children. He nodded silently to show his understanding and support: "That's a good thing. It must be a great sense of accomplishment to see the children grow up."
Ran Qiuye nodded, a trace of gratitude flashing in his eyes: "Yes, although I feel tired sometimes, every time I see the smiles on their faces, I feel that no matter how hard it is, it is worth it."
A few short conversations seemed to bring the two closer. After paying, Ran Qiuye picked up the shopping bag and prepared to leave, but stopped at the door and turned back: "Rufeng, your store is really good. Sometimes I tell my colleagues that it is really convenient to buy what we need here. Thank you. Then he smiled and shook his head: "I should thank you for taking care of my business." He was not used to such direct thanks from others, especially from a woman who made him feel something special.
Ran Qiuye smiled and nodded, then gently closed the door and walked into the evening glow. Chen Rufeng stood behind the counter, watching her back gradually disappear around the corner, feeling a little reluctant. This emotion caught him off guard, but he did not resist the feeling, but rather enjoyed it. He suddenly realized that he had become accustomed to this moment every day and to her coming. Chen Rufeng paid more and more attention to Ran Qiuye. He began to pay attention to what she bought, note down her favorite snacks, and even prepare the items she often bought in advance before she came. Whenever Ran Qiuye walked into the store, his mood would always improve involuntarily, as if she brought a special energy that made him glow with vitality.
Sometimes, he would think of his life. Although life in the courtyard was peaceful and fulfilling, he was always alone. Ran Qiuye's appearance was like a small stone thrown into his heart, causing ripples. Chen Rufeng understood that his feelings for her were not sudden, but accumulated over time. He didn't know whether this emotion would be noticed by the other party, and he didn't know how to express it. He could only quietly wait for the brief encounter with her every day.
On a sunny afternoon, Ran Qiuye came a little earlier than usual. She walked into the store with a hesitant look on her face. Chen Rufeng noticed her abnormality and asked softly, "Why are you here so early today? Is there something special?" There was a little uneasiness in his eyes: "Rufeng, I want to discuss something with you. Is it convenient?"
Chen Rufeng's heart tightened. Although he tried to remain calm, deep down he was already guessing what she was going to say next. He forced himself to remain calm and smiled, "Of course, just tell me what you want to say."
Ran Qiuye exhaled lightly, as if he had made up his mind: "Actually, it's not a big deal. It's just... I have a distant relative who is going to come to the city to study during this period. I was thinking if he could live in the courtyard temporarily. Maybe he can help you run the store during the day and take care of you at night."
Chen Rufeng was stunned. He didn't expect Ran Qiuye to make such a suggestion. Although it sounded reasonable, he had some complicated feelings in his heart. He knew that he had begun to care about this woman, but Ran Qiuye obviously didn't know what he was thinking. She just wanted to find someone to help out out of kindness and consideration for him.