National Tide 1980

A bumble bee was flying outside the window, buzzing as if courting a mate.

Matsumoto Keiko quietly approached the window. She carefully opened the curtain a little, and the buzzing stopped.

But when she left the window, the buzzing started again.

When she approached again, she became silent again.

The wasp seemed to be teasing her.

However, Matsumoto Keiko didn't feel that it was noisy, and it seemed as if she was screaming in her heart.

She simply ignored it and returned to the dressing table, combing her hair again and admiring her new hairstyle.

And before you knew it, the sound outside the window stopped, and the wasp had flown to nowhere.

Yes, it's like a January 4th dinner.

It seems really bad, but as long as you ignore it and don't take it personally, it will pass.

That day, Gao Yuan Miwa's fiber-threading was like a soaked rag, stuck in Matsumoto Keiko's heart for a long time.

Until night, she could not regain her good mood.

But around ten o'clock that night, her pager received a digital message from Ning Weimin - 14106.

Then she thought of the wonderful trip that was coming, and how happy the two of them would be together soon.

In this way, the tightness in the chest disappeared and gradually became more comfortable.

Wait until you wake up the next day, in order to cut off your worries and refresh your mood.

She even arranged her office affairs early and went to Harajuku to get her hair done in the afternoon.

The result was a bold new hairstyle.

In front of the mirror, she has changed from the long curly hair she has been accustomed to for many years to a relatively simple medium-length hair.

This shiny black hair is a completely new feeling.

Not only does it make her look fresher and more natural, but her oval face also looks smart and delicate.

Compared with the flashy and utilitarian atmosphere in the entertainment industry, this hair style looks simple and plain.

But it seemed to make her look a lot younger all of a sudden.

Keiko Matsumoto stood in front of the mirror with her legs bare. She first put on a gray silk shirt, and then tied on the Lyon silk scarf given to her by Ning Weimin.

After that, she began to compare again and again tirelessly in the dressing mirror.

Take a picture with your head tilted, take a picture with your face raised, take a picture with your face sideways, take a picture with your face in your hands, take a picture close to you, take a picture far away...

Just looking at her like this, the woman in the mirror suddenly became quiet, and a faint smile appeared on Guazi's face, a smile that looked forward to a man hugging her tightly.

This smile is just for today, for the person who is waiting for her.

I have to say that Matsumoto Keiko’s thoughts were not in vain.

Because when she drove a Toyota Crown to Akasaka to pick up Ning Weimin at the agreed time.

It really caused a surprised and jaw-dropping effect on Ning Weimin who was waiting by the road downstairs.

In fact, Ning Weimin didn't even have time to say hello. As soon as they met, he was blinded by Matsumoto Keiko who opened the car door and walked out.

In Ning Weimin's vision, the Matsumoto Keiko in front of him was a completely different image from what he remembered in his mind.

The medium-length black and straight hair is combed casually behind the ears. Although the hairstyle is not ostentatious, it is also a bit neutral.

But paired with brown sunglasses, he looks cool, quite capable and charming.

Especially on her forehead, a strand of hair fell freely, touching her face and setting off her white skin.

It makes her look feminine and charming.

The clothes he wears are also surprising.

A mid-length leather jacket in the style of a hunting suit, and the watch is actually a Cartier men's watch of the same style as his.

Compared with her slender wrist, it looked very exaggerated.

But the gray jeans and black leather boots fully showed off the advantages of her figure.

Especially the romantic Lyon silk scarf tied around the neck, which not only cleverly connects the emotions of the two people, but also looks casual and elegant.

If this was a beauty pageant, he would definitely give it full marks.

The key is, he never expected that Keiko Matsumoto would suddenly transform into another representative of fashionable beauty after not seeing her for just two days.

You know, they have been on the phone at least twice a day for the past two days, and Matsumoto Keiko didn't reveal any news at all.

"What's wrong? Looking at me like this?" Matsumoto Keiko asked knowingly.

"Your hairstyle is good. The changes surprise me." Ning Weimin praised sincerely.

"Do you really like it?"

"I like it. I like it very much."

"Okay, put the box in the back and let's set off..."

Keiko Matsumoto, who was so pleased with the compliments, no longer worried about the failure of her new look, happily opened the trunk for Ning Weimin.

In this way, their suitcases were placed head to head and shoulder to shoulder.

In the trunk, it looked like a couple sleeping in the same bed.

…………

When we actually drove on the road, we had already avoided the morning rush hour, so there were no waves of pedestrians.

However, Tokyo, a place where every inch of land is precious, is home to one-tenth of Japan's population.

The city is full of towering buildings, and the traffic on the road is still busy. It is inevitable that you will encounter traffic jams on the way out of the city.

It wasn't until we passed through the maze-like urban tunnels and got onto the expressway that the traffic flow suddenly decreased and the speed could be increased.

In addition, Japanese highway speed limits are also very severe.

In this era, the four-lane expressway can only go up to 80 miles, so in fact, the driving speed cannot be increased no matter how fast it is.

For Ning Weimin, driving on the Second Ring Road in the capital was not as enjoyable.

But the good thing is that the weather is really nice.

The sky was unusually blue, bright and clear, and there was no wind at all.

Although it is winter, I don't feel cold at all while sitting in the car. Instead, I am warmed by the sun and feel slightly warm.

This rare good weather is a good sign.

It can be said that it can be regarded as a special reward given by God in order to achieve a happy tryst between men and women in the world.

The two people in the car were undoubtedly excited and excited, and they were also dressed in matching clothes.

Ning Weimin happened to be wearing a leather jacket and jeans today. This should obviously be a tacit understanding.

In addition, the watches on their wrists are exactly the same, which also reveals the signal of a couple that makes others envious.

Although this is a luxury watch, it is worth a total of 2.4 million yen.

But for this satisfaction like first love, for this special sentiment, Matsumoto Keiko would not hesitate.

In short, after driving out of the city, they ran all the way west. After bypassing the winding mountain road, there were pine forests along the way.

The two of them sat next to each other, feeling contented and happy for a long time.

No matter how beautiful the scenery along the way is, it is not important to them.

Because the most beautiful scene in the world is the love between two people.

The scenery in a man's heart is a woman, and the scenery in a woman's heart is a man.

In their eyes, apart from each other, the other scenes flashing in front of them are just embellishments.

Although everything along the way is doing its best to seduce them and please them.

But there is only one result, which is to be forgotten and ignored.

In turn, the two of them got closer and closer in the car.

This is true both physically and mentally.

Whether silent, chatting, laughing, or distracted.

Of course, it's not a problem to keep chatting like this. They will inevitably get tired and bored when the car is halfway through.

So, like everyone who travels by car, it is inevitable to think of music to cheer up.

"Want to listen to music?"

Keiko Matsumoto saw that Ning Weimin looked drowsy and took the initiative to propose.

"Okay." He really became energetic.

"Listen to what?"

"Your song, "Flowers in the Water of Love." It's in your storage box."

"No, let's turn on the radio..."

Matsumoto Keiko is self-aware, but her voice condition is not very good.

There is only one music album released, it is purely for fun.

It was because of the popularity of the TV series "Flowers in the Water" that she starred in that year that she was able to publish a personal music album featuring the theme song of the same name.

Although it has been developing in music since 1979, there are only a few famous singles.

Since three years ago, I haven't sung any outstanding works.

So she only sang a few old songs, and her singing was far less confident than her acting.

It’s okay to perform in front of an audience. Isn't it just to show up from time to time so as not to be forgotten?

But letting her lover listen to these songs of hers...she really blushed a little.

Although she also knew that Ning Weimin had bought her album and often listened to it, she was actually quite happy.

But she would still be embarrassed if it was played in person.

Unexpectedly, just when she was about to turn on the radio, Ning Weimin didn't want to.

Not only did he reach out to stop her, but he also made higher demands.

"What's the point of the radio? Qingzi, how about you give me a live version of the singing?"

"Huh?" Matsumoto Keiko was shocked, this is even more impossible.

"No, no, without a band, my singing would be out of tune."

Ning Weimin persevered and continued to plead.

"Don't say that, just sing casually. It's just me listening, what does it matter?"

Keiko Matsumoto also continued to shirk the blame.

"Don't say that, just sing casually. It's just me listening, what does it matter?"

"But I really want to hear it, just a few words. I haven't heard you sing a song yourself yet. Don't spoil the fun. Do you have the heart to refuse my small request?"

Ning Weimin started playing the bitter card, and Matsumoto Keiko really couldn't catch it.

She couldn't bear it and showed hesitation.

As a result, Ning Weimin, who was good at observing words and emotions, immediately seized this moment and struck while the iron was hot.

"Is this good? To be fair, if you sing to me, I will sing to you too."

"Hey? Will you sing for me? That would be great!"

Matsumoto Keiko said happily that she had to be tempted by this condition.

She had never heard Ning Weimin sing before, so she was really curious.

"Well, the premise is that you sing for me first. You are a professional singer who sang at the Red and White Song Festival. You are not afraid of not being able to sing as well as me, right?"

Just like that, half pushing, half joking, Matsumoto Keiko finally nodded.

"Okay then. I'll just sing a song. Please forgive me if it doesn't go well."

Under Ning Weimin's encouraging gaze, Matsumoto Keiko held the steering wheel and started singing a cappella with her unique voice.

"The ice and snow melted, and I faced the neighboring northern sky, shouting out the dreams of the past. The people who have passed away and never come back are still passing through my excited chest. At least I will start my own journey from now on. Ah! In Japan Is there someone waiting for me somewhere? Today is a good day to look for the sunset and travel..."

The song sung by Keiko Matsumoto is the original song "A Good Day Departs" by Momoe Yamaguchi.

The lyrics contain both winter and travel content, which is very appropriate for the occasion.

Although Ning Weimin had never heard of it, he could still integrate into the scene smoothly, and he couldn't help but clap gently to the beat.

This attitude fully expressed his appreciation and recognition, which naturally relieved Matsumoto Keiko's nervousness a lot.

Besides, she is a professional actor after all, and her condition gets better and better as soon as she really relaxes her voice.

Eventually, the slightly stiff voice became rounder, and she sang the entire song without any distractions.

The degree of completion is 100%, and the performance can also be rated 90%.

Not to mention that this is an exclusive version that only Ning Weimin can hear.

So after the song was sung, Ning Weimin spared no effort in praising it sincerely and praising it greatly.

Just like that, Matsumoto Keiko relaxed with joy, and then it was Ning Weimin's turn.

But what Matsumoto Keiko didn't expect was that Ning Weimin made additional requests before singing.

"Can I watch you sing?"

This made her stunned for a moment, her heart felt hot, and her face also felt hot.

She suddenly wanted to reach out and touch her cheek, or look in the mirror.

This feeling is very subtle, very exciting, very exciting, and indescribable.

how to say?

What she was expecting came just like that.

But when it came, she couldn't help but want to run away.

If you really avoid it, you will be extremely regretful.

Like what?

It was like a button on her collar came loose and he had to fasten it for her.

A strand of hair spread around her ears, and he wanted to comb it for her.

Her handbag dropped women's supplies, and he picked them up with quick eyesight to help her organize them.

Nothing could hide her joy.

"Okay, let's see..." Keiko Matsumoto replied with her heart pounding.

Just like that, under Ning Weimin's gaze, embarrassment and pleasure blended together. ,

She finally got her wish and heard Ning Weimin open his voice and start singing for her.

"I can't forget the faces of the past. In the mist with flickering lights, two people cuddled side by side, whispering and smiling knowingly. The days we spent together made you and I melt into happiness. When will you come back, my lovely one? When will you come again! When will you come again..."

The song Ning Weimin sang was the Japanese version of Teresa Teng's "When Will You Come Again". During this period, Teresa Teng had already become famous in Japan.

Many Japanese izakayas and cafes will play Teresa Teng's songs, and Ning Weimin also learned to listen to them often.

It's just that the consequences of this song are unexpected.

It was precisely because Ning Weimin started singing that the car suddenly stopped and approached the roadside parking area crookedly!

In fact, Ning Weimin had only sung a few lines when Matsumoto Keiko's face began to show a hint of uneasiness.

She looked dazed, her hands suddenly shook, and then she hurriedly tightened her grip on the steering wheel.

She kept slowing down the car, looking absentmindedly at the empty asphalt road ahead.

Pictures from the past appeared in front of my eyes, pictures from fifteen years ago, flickering and jumping in a blur.

She still remembered that at that moment, he was singing too.

The singing voices of that distant him and the one in front of him were so similar that they actually belonged to the same type.

They all have a calm masculine look, with a bit of a hoarse edge.

But this memory is extremely painful!

Her memory has long been frozen at that moment, and she dare not recall it again!

That's why she couldn't control herself and had to pull over urgently.

Keiko Matsumoto's body fell limply on the steering wheel, her head lowered and buried in her arms.

Her hair fell down, covering her face.

Ning Weimin sat aside worriedly.

He looked at Matsumoto Keiko silently, hesitated for a long time, and then handed her a neatly folded handkerchief.

There was no need to say anything, no need to ask anything, he could guess that Matsumoto Keiko had something unspeakable and was left with psychological trauma.

Once a traumatized woman drops her guard, she is giving herself completely to a man.

In this case, the smartest thing for him to do is to stay quietly.

Don't speak rashly and try to pry into Matsumoto Keiko's privacy, otherwise it will backfire.

Everything was silent.

After several minutes, a car whizzed past them.

Fortunately, otherwise, the accident just now might have caused a major accident.

After a while, Ning Weimin's kindness was rewarded.

Matsumoto Keiko suddenly raised her head, turned to look at Ning Weimin, and said with some embarrassment, "I'm so sorry. When you sing, you really sound like someone I once knew well. When you listen to it, I just...don't mind. .”

"Don't say that, I should apologize." Ning Weimin said sincerely and handed over the handkerchief again.

"You...did you think I was crying?" Keiko Matsumoto returned to her usual smile.

"Oh...are you okay?"

"it's nothing……"

"I'm sorry, it's all my fault. I'll never sing again."

"That's not what I meant. You sang very well, very well. It's just because I didn't expect it that... I wish I was prepared."

Matsumoto Keiko smiled and added.

"When I want to hear it, please sing it to me again..."

Then, she started the car again and hit the road again.

The only thing that was different from before was that the atmosphere in the car was not as lively as before, but the circles under her eyes were indeed red.