Stringy Wind in the Ear - Chap 46
Song Yang’s ears were pointed and he automatically translated Chu Zhi’s childish talk.
“Master, you…”
Li Xun was furious and raised his voice: “Eat it quickly! This thing must be eaten while it’s hot.”
Song Yang opened his mouth again.
“Give it back to me if you don’t want to eat it!” Li Xun pretended to snatch it away. Song Yang took a big bite, and his mouth was stretched like a monkey’s. Li Xun glanced at him unintentionally, then looked at him carefully, and couldn’t help laughing out loud.
The recipe of this restaurant is improved, with a lot of ingredients in it. When you take a bite, you can smell the rich smoky aroma of bacon. Song Yang was so hungry that he tore the paper bag to the bottom, and his cheeks were bulging with food.
This was the most delicious thing he had eaten all week.
God knows how much he wanted to have dinner with Li Xun two days ago, but he was angry and couldn’t bring himself to do it. At first, he was upset about the quota, and later it was because of personal feelings. He couldn’t explain why he became so hypocritical and had to prove something to be satisfied.
The crust of the stuffed pancake was crispy, with the right amount of softness and hardness, and the fragrance lingered between the teeth for a long time. Song Yang ate while admiring the scenery outside the window, with Li Chuzhi’s words echoing in his mind.
It was the same night, the same tall buildings, but his mood was completely different from two minutes ago. He couldn’t help laughing.
It seemed like this every time. He was so upset that he wanted to explode because Li Xun ignored him, but when she appeared, he was as excited as a firework and didn’t care about anything.
He felt the change in his mentality and kept reminding himself that he must be magnanimous in the future. He must be magnanimous.
The two were enjoying their meal when they heard a “gurgling” sound from somewhere. Song Yang listened carefully.
“Master, didn’t you eat anything yourself?”
Li Xun said, “There was no parking space at the place where I bought the cakes, and there were traffic police patrolling. I was afraid of getting a ticket, so I bought two.”
Song Yang looked down at the cake in his hand, which was only half eaten. He turned his head to look at Chu Zhi.
Chuzhi likes to eat meat but not vegetables. She will pick off the leaves before eating. The one in her hand has been ruined by her. And this kid is a bit protective of his food. Even if it is an omelet without meat, he has no intention of contributing it. He turned his little face to the window and pretended not to hear.
“If you don’t mind…”
Before Song Yang finished speaking, the person next to him said, “I don’t mind.” As if realizing that he spoke too hastily, Li Xun added, “I am indeed very hungry.”
Song Yang quickly handed over the side with meat. Li Xun took a big bite and he took a small bite, trying to avoid the bitten parts but unable to avoid the physical pleasure.
He had never seen Li Xun share a cup or eat the same food with anyone else. He just liked to have some unknown intimacy with Li Xun.
The two of them ate half a pancake faster than the one in the back seat. After Li Chuzhi was full, he tilted his head and fell asleep. Li Xun turned off the music, and the car suddenly became very quiet.
Song Yang put the little girl’s Stella Lou on her belly, rubbed it from time to time, and asked in a low voice: “Why don’t you ask me why I didn’t go to training these days.”
It would have been better if we didn’t mention this. Li Xun thought of the scene he saw behind the tree that day. Zhou You gently stroked Song Yang’s back to comfort him.
“Didn’t you say you were busy with classes?” He seemed to have drunk three pounds of old vinegar, and said with a hint of meaning, “Are you lying to me?”
“No…” Song Yang lowered his head and said nothing.
Li Xun glanced at him and asked, “Are you worried about whether to continue practicing archery?”
Song Yang was startled: “How did you know?”
Li Xun curled his lips and said, “What a joke. How old am I and how old are you? How can I not figure out the little tricks in your mind?”
Song Yang glanced at him timidly and guiltyly: “You must think I’m useless.”
This is also the reason why he could complain to the whole dormitory and even classmates, but never dared to confide in Li Xun. He didn’t want to be looked down upon by the person he loved most, and he didn’t want Li Xun to think that he had misjudged him.
Li Xun asked back: “Then do you think I have no future?”
Song Yang said without hesitation: “Of course not!”
“That’s good.”
“But we are of different heights, and you are a member of the national team…”
Li Xun smiled and rubbed his head: “Whether you have a promising future is not judged by whether you can enter the national team. You are so young, but you already have the most precious things. There is still time for everything.”
“Really?” Song Yang hung his head like a wheat ear. “But now I am a little worried that my future will be like what Fatty said, where I will accomplish nothing and regret the decision I made today.”
“Didn’t I tell you before that you shouldn’t always pay attention to what others say? They are them and you are you. No one can guarantee that your future will be bright and beautiful. But I can be sure of one thing, no matter which industry you enter in the future, you will encounter setbacks. Your love for this industry determines the degree of pain you can endure. If it really reaches a point where you can’t bear it, you can change your career and try something new, just like me. I once found it difficult to imagine life after leaving the national team, but everything was not as terrible as expected. Watching you grow up gradually is also something that makes me feel happy. I believe you will find it too.”
It was not until this moment that Song Yang truly felt that Li Xun was a man who was twelve years older than him.
These words are simple to understand, but they are not what his peers would tell him.
Song Yang: “You are really good at comforting people.”
Li Xun smiled and said, “Before making a decision, you should first ask yourself clearly what you are expecting and what you are afraid of, and whether you are trying to overcome these fears or just letting them ferment and consume your enthusiasm.”
Song Yang felt a little guilty when asked by him.
“If you have really tried your best, but the situation is still so bad, and archery training brings you more pain than happiness, then take a break first…”
Song Yang recalled the dream he had in the high-speed train carriage and said in horror, “Is your next sentence going to be ‘Don’t call me Master from now on’?”
Li Xun flicked his head and said, “Once a teacher, always a father. I told you this on the first day I accepted you as my apprentice. Have you forgotten?”
Song Yang’s mouth corners curled up slightly.
How could he not remember?
Li Xun analyzed with him in a serious manner: “I know you are facing a lot of academic pressure now, and a large part of this pressure comes from your parents’ expectations of you. Have you ever thought about sitting down with them and communicating calmly? Try to tell them your preferences and pursuits instead of hiding and avoiding them blindly. In fact, avoiding can’t solve any problems, and sometimes it will only spread the contradictions.”
“In my opinion, uncles and aunts are knowledgeable and experienced. They are not hopelessly stupid. They just habitually protect you and prevent you from getting hurt. If you sincerely express your own thoughts to them, I think they will try to understand you.”
Song Yang nodded: “I will, but my mother is very stubborn.”
“But you have to believe that they love you enough.”
Song Yang felt the heat in his heart, turned his head, and stared at Li Xun’s profile without blinking. His words were not profound, but full of tenderness, not at all like an athlete who dealt with bows and arrows all day.
“Master…” Song Yang praised in a low voice, “You are really amazing.”
“Hmm?” Li Xun raised his eyebrows, “What’s so great about it?”
Song Yang patted his chest and said, “I feel much better after talking to you!”
Li Xun was still thinking about that matter, as if he had a sour lemon in his mouth: “I didn’t see you come to me the first time.”
Song Yang’s fingertips circled the rabbit’s ears, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated: “I’m afraid you’ll find me annoying…”
“Your confidence in me only makes me feel lucky.”
Li Xun’s tone was gentle and his attitude was sincere. Song Yang felt like he was melting.
No wonder this man is always on people’s mind.
He stole a glance at Li Xun, and suddenly had a deeper understanding of the phrase “the thief’s heart is still there”.
