Cheng Jin smiled and said, "I don't have any class this afternoon."

Mother Cheng sat up and Cheng Jin quickly put down the apple to help her, placing a pillow behind her. She was a rural woman who hadn't read many books, but she thought highly of her intellectual husband. She believed that being educated allowed him to travel far, earn a lot of money, and do what he loved.

My previous husband used to sigh at home, saying that it doesn't matter whether the families are of equal status or not. What matters is the compatibility of thoughts and knowledge between the two individuals. If they are not compatible, being together will only bring torment and endless loneliness.

She didn't understand, and she didn't want to understand.

She only wants her son to have a better life, whether it is in the physical world or in his spiritual realm.

Looking at the grown-up boy, his mother smiled with gratification. Her voice was gentle and she said word by word, "Xiao Jin, you should know about Mom's illness by now. I don't want anything else at the moment. I just want to see you healthy, study well, find a good job, build a happy family, and live your life happily. In the future, I won't be a burden to you anymore."

Cheng Jin lowered her head, listened, and forced a smile as she said, "Mom, I understand. I will be fine." However, her hand, which was peeling the fruit, trembled. With one careless move, the intact ring of apple peel was cut off and fell to the ground with a snap.

Cheng Jin tried his best to hold back his tears. He picked up the apple peel from the ground and said, "Mom, I'm going out to buy some food for you." With that, he placed the apple on a small plate by the bedside, got up, and walked out, closing the door to the hospital room behind him.

Mama Cheng lay at the head of the bed, and as her son left, her expression gradually dimmed, a glimmer of sadness flickered in her eyes.

I'm sorry, Mom can't accompany you until the end. You will have to walk the future path alone...

These past few days have been gloomy, with a continuous drizzle falling from the sky.

The shops outside emitted a strong aroma of food, while clusters of green grass grew in the flower beds along the street. The city had good greening, but it lacked the authentic scent of soil and grass. Midterm exams were coming up next week, and the teachers would be conducting regular performance evaluations.

During this weekend, in addition to working part-time at a bar in the evening, Mu Rui spent the rest of his time merely studying. He and Cheng Jin were in the same major but different classes, both focusing on information technology. However, he wasn't particularly interested in it, and he couldn't help but sigh in frustration when faced with exams.

When it was about time to leave in the evening, Mu Rui's phone vibrated. He took it out and checked it.

"When are you leaving? I am in the shed."

This was Cheng Jin's message. Mu Rui felt ashamed because he hadn't even apologized to him. Now, he still had to go part-time together with him. Mu Rui realized that he was really lacking in integrity. Should he back out?

However... you can avoid the 1st of January, but you can't avoid the 15th. Unless we never meet again in the future! Ah, this is impossible, Murui thought and sighed. After careful consideration, he sent a message.

I will go immediately, by the way... I'm really sorry about that!

Don't worry.

Mu Rui stuck out his tongue and said, "Alright, since you said so, let's just forget about it then." He quickly tidied up his belongings and hurried down from the dormitory building.

Over by the car shed, a streetlamp cast a small patch of light, and a blurry figure stood far away beneath the shed.

Mu Rui felt a bit guilty. It was indeed his own fault for causing trouble for him...

Cheng Jin saw him approaching, so he walked over from under the streetlight to the bicycle and pushed it out. Mu Rui glanced at him, went to push his own bicycle, and casually asked, "Are you really okay?"

Cheng Jin smiled with relief and spoke in a gentle tone, "This doesn't concern you either. Schools are like this by nature."

"Yes! The school is completely unfair!" Mu Rui angrily followed suit.

Two people rode their bicycles side by side on the campus avenue. Some leaves fell onto the road, and there was a faint sound of them being crushed by the wheels.

In the world of night enchantment, under the vibrant and colorful lights, it is impossible to see the faces of people clearly.

Today the boss invited a singer, a young girl with a youthful face and soft hair. She casually wrapped a headband around her head, exuding a kind of semi-mature charm. The bar was filled with pleasant singing, a voice carrying a sense of time and vicissitudes. It was rare, unexpectedly coming from the throat of a young girl.

Mu Rui was chatting casually with A Zhe, "Is that girl a part-timer?"

"Right, just like you guys, I'm a college student too."

"Can't you tell?"

Ah Zhe laughed heartily, "There are so many things that are hard to see. " He swirled his wine glass, which contained several different ingredients. It looked very appealing, with a transparent emerald green color and a faint, refreshing fragrance.

A light shimmered in A Zhe's eyes, slightly unfocused. He looked at the girl as he spoke, quietly watching.

The atmosphere of the bar was peculiar, with lively people being lively and quiet people being quiet.

Mu Rui sat on the spinning chair at the bar, resting his chin on his hand, observing Cheng Jin over there under the lights. Does he seem troubled? As the girl sang a melancholic song, Mu Rui was astounded to discover tears streaking Cheng Jin's face. He immediately jumped off the chair and hurriedly walked towards him, seemingly out of control.

Cheng Jin cast a perceptive glance at him and quickly turned around, entering the compartment behind him.

"Xiaomu?" A perplexed voice came from behind. "Where are you going, A Zhe?"

Mu Rui suddenly stopped in his tracks. He snapped back to reality and couldn't help but curse himself, 'Damn it! Who cares if he cried? What's it got to do with me? Why did I even bother going over there?'

"Ahahaha, I-I thought I saw someone familiar over there." Murui laughed awkwardly as he turned around and walked towards the bar counter. Without waiting for Azhe to ask, he explained first.

Aizhe was somewhat worried. He glanced in the direction he had just run over a few times before withdrawing his gaze. There didn't seem to be any acquaintances around.

After the night shift ended, Murui went to his locker to change clothes. Inside the small room, he didn't see any trace of Cheng Jin. He absentmindedly took out his jacket and changed out of his work uniform.

Why is that guy crying today? Unconsciously, Mu Rui couldn't help but think about this question.

The night outside has already turned pitch black, with a cool breeze blowing on the face. Mu Rui furrowed his brow and muttered to himself, "It's raining again!" Helpless, he had no choice but to open the umbrella. Without a raincoat, it was a little troublesome to ride the bike while holding the umbrella.