Film and TV Life Experiment Program

"The owner of the restaurant we just ate at is a former colleague of your father. His child passed the local civil service exam after graduating from college and now works in the town government. He is 31 years old and still has no girlfriend, which makes his parents very worried."

After coming out of the restaurant, Gu Yu, who had not drunk, was driving the car. Wang's father was sitting in the passenger seat, giving directions and chatting with Gu Yu. Wang's mother took her daughter Wang Manni to sit in the back seat, chatting about gossip.

"He's a civil servant. His family runs a restaurant that does pretty well. He shouldn't have trouble finding a wife in the local area, right? Is it because of his height or looks? Or is there something else going on?"

When talking about other people, even if she didn't know them, Wang Manni, as a woman, took over the topic and speculated with great interest.

"He is of average height and looks like a normal person, relatively stable. He works for the government and is good at dealing with people.

He is actually an excellent young man, but his standards are too high. He was introduced to several girls by relatives and friends before, but he didn’t like any of them. "

The Queen Mother shook her head and sighed, feeling sorry for the choice made by the son of the King's father's colleague.

"If I had dated the person I dated before, I would have been married long ago and my child would have gone to kindergarten. Now I am neither high nor low.

Mr. Zhang is anxious every day and arranges blind dates for his son, but what's the point if young people don't worry?

Earlier, Lao Zhang asked your dad if you had a girlfriend. He wanted to introduce you two to each other.

As the conversation went on, Wang's mother brought the topic back to Wang Manni, but then she realized it was inappropriate because her daughter's boyfriend was driving in front.

"Mom, you and my dad just like to worry about things that are beyond your control. I just brought your boyfriend back home."

Wang Manni gently pulled the Queen Mother's clothes, signaling her with her eyes to stop talking nonsense, with some complaints,

"Oh, you have a boyfriend, why should we arrange anything for you? Xiaoyu, don't get me wrong, Nini has been in the Magic City before, and the people in the town don't know her situation."

The Queen Mother hurriedly explained, sat up straight, and said to Gu Yu with a little apology,

"Auntie, what's the misunderstanding? Which parents don't worry about their children's marriage?

Before, relatives and friends didn’t know whether Manni was in a relationship or not, so they naturally wanted to show some concern.

I came here this time to let everyone know that Wang Manni has already been taken, and the villagers don't have to worry about her anymore."

Gu Yu didn't care at all. He spoke in a casual tone, chuckled and joked, which made Wang's father and mother very happy. They looked at Gu Yu with more satisfaction. This child is really good at talking.

Wang Manni's eyes lit up when she heard this. She was very happy and felt that she had a place in Gu Yu's heart.

The car was still parked near the alley entrance. Wang Manni took Gu Yu and wanted to take him for a walk.

The king's father and mother naturally would not join in the fun and act as a light bulb, so they went home first.

Not long after walking, Wang Manni saw a private cruise ship parked on the shore, which reminded her of her childhood and made her interested.

Pulling Gu Yu onto the boat, he negotiated a price with the boat owner and sailed through the river to the town.

The cruise ship slowly wanders in the river. The Anhui-style buildings on both sides of the river, which contain culture and a sense of age, are embellished with lanterns and neon lights, creating a sense of harmony that transcends time and space.

The residents of the town stroll on the stone bridges and the marble paths along the shore, giving people a sense of leisure and tranquility.

"The crab roe noodles there are delicious, and the boss is very honest,"

"The soup dumplings here are really delicious. When I was in school, I often went there for breakfast. If I went late, I had to queue up.

Now it seems that his son has taken over. My father said that his skills are no worse than his father's."

"It used to be an empty field where my friends and I would play skipping rope and hopscotch,"

"That barrier tree has a history of more than 600 years. In the summer, adults would play cards there to enjoy the cool air.

The old man said this tree is spiritual, and I even made a wish to it."

As the boat moved forward, Wang Manni was in high spirits and kept explaining the story of the town and her to Gu Yu.

Hometown roots are hard to break.

Even Wang Manni, who wanted to gain a foothold in the big city and live a refined and wealthy life, could not forget her hometown.

Or maybe Wang Manni has become more relaxed this time.

"Did your wish come true?"

Gu Yu shifted his gaze from the scenery and buildings on both sides of the river to the beauty beside him.

"I guess so."

Many memories flashed before Wang Manni's eyes. Compared with the lively mood just now, her emotions became much calmer. She slowly leaned on Gu Yu's shoulder, looking a little dazed.

"Since I was a child, I have longed for a bustling big city and wanted to go to Shanghai.

I think that through my own efforts, I will be able to live the life I want, with a house, a car, and a household registration.

You will become the most outstanding one among your peers, the envy of your relatives and friends.

I have worked hard for eight years and I am almost 30 years old. I am still a saleswoman. It is difficult to save money every month, let alone buy a house or a car.

In order to maintain a glamorous appearance, I often have to eat boxed lunches, buy discounted items, and save as much money as possible.

Gu Yu put his arms around Wang Manni's slender shoulders, half hugged her, and listened to her thoughts patiently.

"From thinking that I could rely on myself at first, to wanting to find a good man to marry, to losing my job and reputation, to being ridiculed,

At that time, I was really desperate, as if I had fallen off a cliff and sunk into a dark valley with no future in sight.

At this point, Wang Manni's voice trembled, and she couldn't help but hold Gu Yu's hand tightly and hug him tightly.

"I know I'm not a good woman. I'm vain and materialistic. I can't compare to Miss Jiang in terms of family background or ability.

We look and have a figure that is surprisingly similar to her, but I'm a few years older than her. Gu Yu, do you really like me?

Am I a substitute in your eyes? It's just because I am willing to play some tricks with you that Miss Jiang doesn't want to play.

Wang Manni mustered up her courage and spoke out the question that had been hidden in her heart for a long time. She looked directly into Gu Yu's eyes and swallowed nervously.

She was very afraid of hearing an answer that would embarrass her, or a false answer.

She even felt a little regretful and didn't understand why she asked this.

Perhaps it was because Gu Yu accompanied her back to her hometown as her boyfriend this time that Wang Manni's love and dependence on Gu Yu deepened beyond her need for money and material things.

She was worried that all this would be shattered one day. After reality broke through the illusion, she really didn't know how to live anymore.

"I...I just...Don't mind it, I was just saying it casually..."

Seeing that Gu Yu did not answer, Wang Manni avoided his gaze and quickly tried to make up for it, stuttering with nervousness.

Gu Yu looked at the panicked woman in front of him and suddenly realized that in their relationship, Wang Manni was very humble and insecure.

He still didn't answer, but slowly kissed the other's red lips, softly and tenderly.

Wang Manni gradually calmed down, and then took the initiative to hook her hands around Gu Yu's neck and responded tenderly.

"When it comes to tricks, Jiang Lai is more proactive and creative than you,"

After a long time, Gu Yu said something teasingly. Wang Manni opened her mouth in surprise and blinked her eyes in disbelief.