super rich

In June, Taihu Lake entered the wet season. A few egrets flew over the grass in the wetland of the back lake, skimming over the gleaming lake surface. Between the heaven and the earth, brought a piece of vitality.

The line of heaven and earth, thousands of hectares of blue waves.

Not far away among the lush forests, villas with white walls and black tiles are faintly visible. Several light boats, fishing boats and large and small islands are scattered on the surface of the lake. Green trees, green mountains and blue sky are reflected in the water. .

On a fine morning, the warm sun shines on an exquisite villa by the lake. There is a small courtyard behind the house, which is close to the lake and covered by eaves, forming a unique place to enjoy the cool and wind.

On the bank of Taihu Lake and under the eaves, Chen Mingyuan was half lying on the long wicker chair, overlooking the rich and beautiful lake and mountains, and could not help but be infected by its scenery.

After agreeing to play together last night, Chen Mingyuan specially stayed in Sioux City for an extra day, anyway, there was still plenty of vacation time.

The turmoil and changes during this period made him a little tired. It was rare to come to Sioux City. It is better to relax properly and get together with Mu Jiayin again. He really couldn't find a reason to refuse.

He understood that whenever he was with Mu Jiayin, he could feel the quiet, peaceful and joyful atmosphere of the years, and when talking to her, he would feel free from all worries and be indescribably happy.

As for Ye Qingxue, she is obviously more interested in making money than traveling in mountains and rivers. She bid farewell and left early the next morning, but when she left, her eyebrows seemed to be preoccupied, and she looked at Chen Mingyuan, showing that Unexplainable weirdness.

After shaking the glass, Chen Mingyuan took a sip after the leaf stalks of Biluochun fell slowly, and as the moist fragrance quickly permeated his mouth, he couldn't help but sigh with emotion: "Fusheng is easy for half a day, and the blue water and the sky are light. , no wonder there are so many literati and poets lingering here, and Emperor Qianlong came here six times, it really deserves the title of 'Taihu Lake World Show'."

Looking around this quiet and elegant courtyard again, he said with a smile, "However, your vision is indeed unique. You have chosen such a good place, and come here to rest and fish in your spare time. It really has the artistic conception of a wild crane."

Mu Jiayin was lazily lying on the rattan chair, squinting her beautiful eyes, letting the breeze and warm sun fall on her slender body, she was extraordinarily leisurely and comfortable, and the light blue lake-colored dress on her body was gently swaying in the wind , curvy and graceful, graceful and beautiful, just like a fairy in Lingbo Yuli, with an indescribable charm and beauty, the skirt reaches to the knees, neither short nor long, revealing slender calves, exquisite curves, crystal clear and jade-like skin, beautiful Obtain a clear spirit and surpass the world.

Hearing this, Mu Jiayin showed her bright silver teeth, and said slowly: "In this day and age, if you want to live a life of wandering clouds and wild cranes, you have to pay a price. Don't look at the small space in this courtyard, it cost me a lot of money back then. , It took a lot of thought to expand, and I had to deal with those officials in the city several times before it was approved."

Chen Mingyuan knew that Mu's family was deeply rooted in Sucheng, Mu Jiayin wanted to approve a piece of land, and it only took a few words, but he joked: "This is not in line with your style. Back then, I rented a house in Qiantang. , the rent is one yuan more than I can bear, but on my own land, I am willing to spend a large sum of money every year to support this property that I only come to a few times a year."

Mu Jiayin half-opened her bright eyes, and smiled casually: "I can only say that your level of being an official is still too low. You have to understand that some fun cannot be measured by money."

At this moment, her fishing rod moved, and Chen Mingyuan glanced sideways, and joked, "Like your Mr. Jiang's fishing method?"

Rather than talking about Mu Jiayin fishing, it would be better to say that she feeds the fish. She didn't use a hook at all, she just tied the bait to the line and let the fish in the lake take it away.

But Mu Jiayin was undoubtedly happy, and never tired of it.

No, Mu Jiayin lifted the fishing rod and slowly turned the spool. Sure enough, the bait at the end of the special nylon fishing line of the high-grade fishing rod was gone.

Seeing Mu Jiayin flicking the fishing rod and then happily tying the bait to the line, Chen Mingyuan laughed, "Like a child."

"Why don't you say that you have no taste in life!"

Mu Jiayin glared at him angrily, adjusted the position of the fishing rod, and there was an indescribable calmness and profoundness in those clear and endless eyes, and suddenly said something nonsensical: "You probably don't I noticed that compared to the first time I saw you in the bamboo forest, you now have a lot more hostility. This hostility is actually caused by your continuous fighting in the officialdom for the past two years. It has been accumulated, and usually there is no sign of it, but occasionally when some major events happen, the mood tends to become restless and gloomy, and over time, the demonic barrier will appear like this."

Chen Mingyuan was stunned for a moment. These plain and watery words were almost like thunder and lightning, which gave him a burst of horror and chills.

To be honest, if it weren't for Mu Jiayin's seemingly unintentional reminder, even he himself would not have noticed that after more than two years of experience in the provincial party committee compound, in addition to the strengthening of will and xinxing, his own temperament is also unconsciously Changes, although most of the time, it is possible to make the mountain collapse in front of you without changing your face, but in this treacherous vanity fair, you have to always be cautious in your words and deeds, tense your nerves, and beware of possible surprises that may appear at any time. and framing, the surface can still be calm and steady, but the subconscious has gradually become suspicious, suspicious and deep!

It is almost the complete opposite of myself when I was a fledgling!

When he was speechless, Mu Jiayin took a sip of tea and said slowly: "Soldiers on the battlefield, if they have been baptized by war all year round, will more or less suffer from mental illness, the more blood on their hands, The murderous intent has also become heavier. If one is not careful, there will be problems in the heart, either turning into a cold-blooded person, or becoming depressed and brutal, and finally crazy. It is often said that the officialdom is like a battlefield. The war of guns, the dangers and intrigues in the officialdom are another kind of torment, and the higher the level, the greater the psychological burden."

"People in the world always say that those politicians use all means to achieve their goals. In fact, many of them started out as good officials who pleaded for the people and dedicated their lives, but as they went through countless struggles and games, they gradually jumped to the top. In high positions, they will lose their nature inadvertently, and from time to time they have to endure compromises and follow suit. During the process, I don’t know how many bodies I have stepped on to get to where I am today, can you guarantee that they have no psychological problems?”

If it were someone else who dared to slander these high-ranking officials like this, they would be either arrogant or mentally ill, but Mu Jiayin's narration interpreted some quiet and sharp insights.

After a pause, Mu Jiayin looked at Chen Mingyuan, his eyes were full of worry, but it was fleeting, and he said calmly: "When we first met, I saw that you became Ning Lizhong's secretary at a young age. I'm surprised, but through later understanding, I also know that it was Ning Lizhong who took you up with a thought of cherishing talents. At the same time, your family also hopes that you can integrate into the lineage officials as soon as possible through tempering in this deep pool of water. Circles, in all fairness, their original intentions are good, but they have not put themselves in your shoes to consider for you, blindly imposing responsibilities on you, eagerly looking forward to your early progress, isn't it just another way to encourage the growth of seedlings?"

"Of course, many children from aristocratic families will be arranged by the family to enter the Shenshui Yamen at the beginning, and then they will be released to the grassroots step by step. However, most of the Shenshui Yamen they live in is covered by the energy of the family, and the environment is relaxed and harmonious. People are too busy to give them tricks, but you are different, jumping from a TV station staff to the core of the provincial party committee, the gap is already big enough, Ning Lizhong, an outsider, has to constantly resist Ji Mingtang and other local factions Of course, he is already familiar with these political struggles, but bringing you, a rookie in the officialdom, with you, at best, is to support and cultivate, at worst, it is obviously pulling you into the furnace, even if you are safe and sound in the end , the heart disease must definitely be left behind, thanks to the fact that you still worked hard to protect him in front of Qu Lao, but you refused to listen to my advice, you really don't know what is good or bad!"

Obviously, Mu Jiayin's prejudice against Ning Lizhong has not disappeared yet.

Seeing that she lost her temper as she talked, Chen Mingyuan rubbed his nose and said with a wry smile, "Why do you listen to this? You seem to be more nervous about my future than my family?"

Mu Jiayin's beautiful dimples were stained with two bright reds, she turned her head and said with a straight face: "I don't care whether you live or die, it's just because you have a good disposition, and you have helped me a lot. A few times, I couldn't bear to see you being tricked, so I kindly reminded you a few words, as for whether you listen or not, it is your own business!"

Looking at her peach-like face, Chen Mingyuan couldn't help but feel flustered. Under the background of the breeze and warm sun, there was a sense of peace and warmth in his heart, and he smiled sincerely: "Why can't I be confused between good and bad? Know that everything you do for me is for my own good."

Mu Jiayin's eyebrows and eyelashes fluttered a few times, the bright red in her jade cheeks became more and more intense, and the black hair on her temples fluttered gently in the wind, occasionally covering a few inches of snowy skin, revealing a shy and charming figure, with her eyelids downcast, as thin as a mosquito He murmured, "Do you really think so?"

Chen Mingyuan, however, was looking at the fairy-like and picturesque landscape, not paying attention to the girlish beauty she revealed in an instant, and said with a light smile: "You specially took me out for a walk, and you often invite me to drink tea, drink, chat and play chess, isn't it just Do you hope that by relying on the treasures left by these ancestors, I can calm down and get rid of some demons in my heart? As for releasing these fish, you want me to experience the meaning of generosity and open-mindedness once in a while?"

Mu Jiayin stared at him without blinking, and the corners of her moist lips curled up beautifully. With half joy and half relief, she said happily, "At least you still have a conscience..."

Unknowingly, the sun was rising, Chen Mingyuan glanced at the empty bucket, and said with dismay: "We both are rare people with a conscience, but the price can't be exchanged with a hungry stomach, right?"

Mu Jiayin was angry and funny, and said with a thin face: "Don't worry, I will be a good person to the end, and help you cleanse your soul, so naturally I won't treat your five internal organs temple badly!"

Immediately, she stood up gracefully, walked to the wooden railing, stood in a pavilion, facing the wind and looked into the distance, took out a whistle from nowhere, put it on her lips, and played a clear and pleasant sound, at the same time raised her lotus arms towards the distance After waving, a small fishing boat approached slowly, and a strong, black middle-aged fisherman greeted loudly: "Miss Mu, I haven't seen you here for a long time, what's the matter, do you want to get some fresh goods?" ?”

The Mu family obviously knew this person a little bit, so they straightened their hair that was blown messy by the wind, and said with a sweet smile: "A friend is here today, pick some fresh ones for me, I'll entertain them."

"Okay! They were all just caught with a net, and they are fresh. I will pick a few good ones for you, wait a moment."

The fisherman flicked up his sleeves, and immediately bent down to pick seafood. At first glance, he saw a pile of white shrimp, crucian carp and hairy crab lying in the net, some of which were still struggling and jumping.

The fisherman was very enthusiastic and picked some fat and fresh ones. After a while, he filled a big bucket and ran ashore. After passing it to Mu Jiayin through the fence, he refused to accept her money.

The fisherman waved his hands repeatedly and said resolutely: "This is really not necessary. Most of us are able to fish and make a living here safely. Most of us are taken care of by you. These few fish and crabs should be a little reward for you."

"They're all from neighbors. Helping you set up a fishing ground here is just a matter of little effort. Just take it if you let it. If you do this again, don't think I'll ever want your stuff again!"

Mu Jiayin put on an uncompromising tone, the fisherman didn't dare to disobey, so he accepted the money embarrassingly, and thanked him again and again.

Mu Jiayin bid farewell to the fisherman, then kicked the bucket where the fish and shrimp were jumping, pouted, and said, "Hey, those who fight, be more conscious."

Chen Mingyuan smiled wryly, picked up the heavy bucket, and followed her into the house.

There is a small kitchen in the house, and apparently Mu Jiayin occasionally cooks some fresh dishes here. Putting on an apron and tying up her long hair, she cooks lunch skillfully with a kitchen knife and a spoon.

Chen Mingyuan was in charge of helping. He had just picked up a lively crucian carp and threw it on the chopping board. In the blink of an eye, the rice had been washed and put into the pot, and the onion, ginger, and garlic had been peeled, flattened, and shredded for later use.

Chen Mingyuan blinked a few more times, the gills and scales of the crucian carp were removed, cleaned, and put into an open plate.

Immediately, Mu Jiayin poured the prepared seasonings on the fish that had been cut into several slits, pushed the plate aside, picked up the knife again, and went to clean up the shrimps. The appearance is like a calligrapher who is splashing ink, and the book is as freehand as a wonderful calligraphy, which is extraordinarily pleasing to the eye.

When the aroma of the rice hit her nostrils, she put the fresh fish on the steamer and copied it. A handful of sliced ​​ginger and scallions covered the fish. After a while, the fresh smell of the fish came from the lid of the pot. The edges are mouthwatering as the steam escapes.

As the saying goes, beauty can be eaten. At this moment, even though the air is filled with the aroma of food, Chen Mingyuan only cares about admiring her busy posture, and his mood can't help blending into the blue lake and blue sky in front of him. It's peaceful, and he no longer has the panic when he walks in the secular officialdom. Heart!

At this moment, what Chen Mingyuan thought of was the several encounters the two had had in Lishan Bamboo Forest, Xitang Ancient Town, and the Qinhuai River. Seeing her standing in front of her pretty, he felt a throbbing in his heart. Stay together with this beautiful and blue-hearted woman here, and live a leisurely life like a fairy couple every day.

But, is it possible for such a wonderful fantasy to come true?

"What are you looking at? Is my face stained with oil?"

Mu Jiayin was free temporarily, raised Haojie's tender wrist, and gently wiped the sweat from her cheeks.

Chen Mingyuan shook his head, temporarily suppressed the throbbing in his heart, hesitated, and said, "Yesterday... the thing your second brother told you, is it true?"

Mu Jiayin's movements froze, her oval face was a little uncomfortable, she wiped her hands as if to cover up, looked ahead, and said casually, "You mean Kou Beiyan?"

Chen Mingyuan hesitated for a moment, then tentatively asked, "What do you mean to him?"

"What do you mean?" Mu Jiayin snorted softly, and suddenly a narrow smile appeared, and said generously: "You just want to ask me if I like him, beating around the bush!"

Seeing him acquiescing, Mu Jiayin's expression changed as if she had changed her face, she pressed the lid of the pot, and said displeasedly: "You are very strict, my brother and the others force me to ask questions, it is rare to come out to relax, Which pot do you want if you don't open it!"

Chen Mingyuan was at a loss for words for a while, but felt that this woman's temperament was the same as the weather in early spring, changing at will, making it hard to guard against.

Mu Jiayin stared at him fixedly, her watery and clear eyes flashed a little bit of light, as if there was a glimmer of hope, and she said crisply: "I ask you, what position are you taking?" Care about my life?"

"If it's from the standpoint of friends, let alone Shang Wenbin and Qingxue, even Qu Lao, I'm afraid he has no right to take care of my affairs."

At this moment, Mu Jiayin was like a pissed-off girl from a market place. She was quite serious, raised her solemn and exquisite jade face, and said word by word: "Besides, we have known each other for so long, and I have never asked about your relationship, have I?"

Chen Mingyuan froze suddenly. Yes, Mu Jiayin had never mentioned her relationship problems after being together for so long. Thinking about it, she also knew these things, and she didn't want to mention them, so she deliberately took care of her emotions .

She is so considerate, but she suddenly brought it up when she was worrying about these things, which is really inappropriate.

Heaving a sigh of relief, Chen Mingyuan said apologetically, "I don't mean anything else, I just don't want to see you unhappy because of it."

"Whether I'm happy or not, do you care?"

Mu Jiayin smiled calmly, like a warm spring breeze, and continued to get to the bottom of it: "Then let me ask you, if the two of us never get in touch with each other forever, and then I accept the arrangement of the family and marry as a wife, in that case, what would you do?" Do you accept it?"

"no!"

Chen Mingyuan replied without thinking, he didn't dare to imagine Mu Jiayin saying goodbye to him and marrying someone else.

Mu Jiayin looked at him with an expected expression on his face, with a smile that was not a smile, a few strands of shyness appeared in his face, his hands were behind his back, his eyebrows were slightly lowered, and he pursed his lips and said: "Then you want to understand now From what standpoint do you take care of my affairs?"