The programmer and his woman

I looked around the school, and those familiar corners and memories came to my mind, and I felt reluctant to leave. I said with emotion: "I am leaving here, let's eat the fried rice here one last time. Teacher Li, do you want to go with me?"

Teacher Li nodded: "Okay, let's go together."

The two of us came to the fried rice shop that Sun Lingling and I used to frequent. Although this place is inconspicuous, it is very close to the previous research institute, and we often came here to eat together. However, the place we are about to move to is far away from here, and I can't help but feel the passage of time and the changes in people.

The fried rice was served quickly. After taking a bite, Teacher Li praised: "Teacher Wang, you know what, this place doesn't look very good, but the fried rice tastes really good."

Hearing him say this, I couldn't help but think of the first time Sun Lingling brought me here. She smiled and reminded me to eat slowly so as not to choke, and asked me if I had enough, and she could share with me if she couldn't finish it. Those warm scenes seemed to be right in front of me, and my eyes were filled with tears.

"Teacher Wang, what's wrong with you? Why are you suddenly crying?" Teacher Li asked in confusion.

I hurriedly made up an excuse: "It's okay, I'm just crying in the wind."

"Oh, you still have this problem? Why don't we change positions? I'm facing the wind here." Teacher Li said with concern.

I shook my head: "No need, Teacher Li, it's really okay."

At this moment, I realized that I missed Sun Lingling deeply. Her smile, her voice, everything about her was deeply imprinted in my mind. I began to realize that I might have fallen in love with her without realizing it. This kind of longing and affection made me unable to extricate myself. I really missed her.

Teacher Wang, I have finished eating. Let's go and take a look at the new address of the school." Teacher Li said to me while cleaning up the tableware.

We walked out of the fried rice shop side by side, chatting along the way, and soon arrived in front of the new teaching building. Teacher Li looked at the teaching building in front of him and pointed to me, "Hey, we're here, this should be it."

I followed his gaze, nodded and said, "Yes, that's right, isn't that Teacher Qi? She seems to be waiting for us."

I quickened my pace, walked towards Teacher Qi, and shouted loudly: "Teacher Qi!"

When Teacher Qi heard my voice, he turned around, smiled mysteriously and said, "You are here. The room in front is our office. Let's go in and take a look."

I couldn't wait to push open the office door and walked in. The scene in front of me made me freeze in my tracks. I couldn't believe my eyes - it was Sun Lingling, she was here too.

I asked in surprise: "Sun Lingling, why are you here?"

Sun Lingling smiled and replied: "Teacher Wang, long time no see."

I was even more confused: "You knew I would come?"

Sun Lingling blinked and said mischievously, "Yes, Teacher Qi told me."

I was even more surprised: "Were you invited back by Teacher Qi?"

Sun Lingling smiled and shook her head and said, "I don't have such a big face. I am here to apply for a job."

"Applying for a job?" I asked in surprise.

Sun Lingling nodded and said, "Yes, I saw the job advertisement here in the newspaper and thought it was a good opportunity, so I came here to try it out."

She went on to say, "I came here to apply for a job today and happened to meet Teacher Qi. As soon as she saw me, she kept me here."

Hearing this, I couldn't believe my ears. It was such a coincidence! I said excitedly, "Oh, this is such a coincidence. It seems to be God's will. God has pity on me and let us meet again."

Teacher Li heard me shouting excitedly and came over quickly. He asked curiously, "What's wrong, Teacher Wang? Why are you so happy?"

I couldn't hide my excitement and introduced him to Teacher Li: "Teacher Li, come and see who this is?"

Teacher Li was also surprised when he saw Sun Lingling: "Oh, Teacher Sun, you were rehired?"

I took over the conversation and said with a smile: "Haha, yes, our teacher Sun is so capable that he must be rehired. Don't leave tonight, I'll treat you, let's have a good gathering!"

"Are you going to treat us?" Teacher Qi asked with a smile, her eyes moving between me and Teacher Li.

I quickly took over the conversation and said, "Hey, Teacher Qi, I'll treat you. Please don't leave tonight. Let's get together today to celebrate a new beginning."

Teacher Qi patted my shoulder and said with a smile, "Teacher Wang, I feel your enthusiasm. Let's talk about it next time. The principal will treat us tonight. It has been scheduled long ago."

Afterwards, we arrived at the reserved restaurant. After everyone took their seats, the new principal and Teacher Qi sat at the main seats. The new principal looked to be in his thirties, with a slightly plump figure, wearing a pair of glasses, and always with a warm smile on his face, giving people a sense of intimacy.

The new principal stood up, raised his glass, and said to everyone: "I am very happy to meet all the colleagues here. As far as I know, you are all the original staff of the previous school. It is both fate and luck that we can gather here today. I hope that in the days to come, we can continue to maintain tacit understanding and cooperation and create more excitement and success together. Come, I will toast to you all."

As the new principal gave his speech, the atmosphere became more lively. Everyone raised their glasses and drank, as if they wanted to use the wine to numb the unhappiness of the past or to celebrate a new beginning.

I was no exception, drinking one cup after another. After three rounds of drinking, I took advantage of the alcohol and pulled Sun Lingling aside. I mustered up my courage and said to her, "Sun Lingling, I have been holding these words in my heart for a long time, and today I finally have the opportunity to say them out. During these days when you were away, I deeply felt the pain of not having you by my side. Every day seemed to be missing something, and my heart was empty. At school, no matter what I do, I will think of you. I think I have fallen in love with you. Be my girlfriend."

Sun Lingling seemed to be startled by my sudden confession. She looked at me in confusion and said, "Teacher Wang, what are you talking about? I have a boyfriend."

I looked at her sincerely and said, "I know you have a boyfriend, but please consider me. Being with him may just be a habit for you, but being with me, I will make you feel real happiness. Don't be with him, be with me, I will treat you better."

After hearing what I said, Sun Lingling showed an embarrassed expression on her face. She said shyly, "Teacher Wang, you are drunk."

I shook my head and said firmly: "I'm not drunk, I'm sober. Every word I said is sincere. Please give me a chance and let me prove it to you."

However, Sun Lingling did not seem to want to continue this topic in this occasion. She said in a panic: "Sorry, I have to go first." After that, she turned and left the hotel.

I stood there blankly, watching her leaving, feeling lost and unwilling. My confession failed, and I couldn't believe it was true.

I slowly came to my senses from the pain, my eyes gradually focused on the phone in my hand. I was startled to realize that the evening class was about to start, and I was still here, talking to the principal and my colleagues and forgetting the time.

I hurriedly stood up and said goodbye to everyone present one by one, with an apologetic and embarrassed look on my face.

I quickly got on my bike and pedaled hard. The bike was like an arrow from a string, speeding towards the school. The night wind whistled past, but I was not in the mood to feel its coolness. I just wanted to go faster and faster.

Finally, I arrived at school. When I walked into the classroom, I saw a busy and orderly scene. The teacher was passionately explaining on the podium, and the students were listening attentively. But I, like an intruder at an untimely time, broke this harmonious atmosphere.

Xiaoxia was sitting in a corner of the classroom. When she saw me coming in, she smiled and waved to me. Her outfit tonight was particularly eye-catching, a pleated short skirt with a pair of black stockings, which made her look charming and sexy. Her every move and every look seemed to exude charming charm.

However, I was not in the mood to appreciate all this at the moment. I had just experienced a failed confession, and the loss and pain of being rejected was like a huge rock pressing on my chest, making it difficult for me to breathe. I tried to make myself look calmer, but the fluctuations in my heart were hard to hide.

I sat next to Xiaoxia, trying to concentrate on the teacher's lecture. But my thoughts were like a wild horse that had broken free from its reins, and it was hard to control them. I thought of the scene of my confession just now, and the moment when Sun Lingling rejected me.

Xiaotian was very aware of my abnormality. She came to me right after class and asked with concern, "Brother, what's wrong with you? Did your work go wrong today and make you so worried?"

I tried to hide my emotions, but the feeling of loss in my heart was too heavy for me to explain. Facing Xiaotian's innocent eyes, I just sighed softly and nodded silently.

Xiaoxia seemed to sense my emotions, she gently patted my shoulder, trying to comfort me in her own way. She smiled and asked, "It's okay, brother. Look, I changed into new clothes today, do they look good?"

I raised my head and looked at Xiaoxia. Her outfit today was indeed particularly eye-catching. The pleated skirt matched with a pair of black stockings showed her charming and sexy side to the fullest. I adjusted my mood and tried to make my expression look more natural, then smiled and nodded, "Looks good, Xiaoxia is really beautiful today."

Hearing my praise, Xiaoxia smiled happily. She continued, "My colleague Sister Li helped me with the outfit. She also taught me a game. Brother, let's play it together." After that, she took out a roll of transparent tape from her schoolbag, tore off a piece and stuck it to the gap between the legs of our table.

I looked at her in confusion, not understanding what she was going to do. Xiaoxia seemed to see my confusion, and she explained: "This game is very simple, just to see who can break the tape with the strength of his fingers."

I thought to myself, what kind of game is this? It looks a bit childish, but seeing Xiaoxia's expectant eyes, I couldn't bear to refuse. So, I followed her instructions and gently pressed the tape with one finger. Sure enough, the tape was very firmly attached and my fingers couldn't break it at all.

At this time, Xiaoxia began to cheer me up: "Brother, come on! Press harder!" I shook my head, thinking that this sister was really childish, but since she liked playing this game so much, I would accompany her. So, I took a deep breath and increased my strength. I pressed down hard with my fingers, and I saw that the tape began to deform, but it was obvious that my current strength was not enough to break it.

I exerted force again, trying to break the tape in one go.

The tape finally reached its limit under my continuous pressure. At that moment, the tape made a slight "hissing" sound, and then broke under the strong pressure of my fingers. At this moment, because my attention was completely focused on the tape, I didn't notice that my body had lost balance due to excessive force.

Just when I was about to lose my balance and fall into Xiaoxia's arms, my brain seemed to be electrocuted and I woke up instantly. I instinctively reached out and held Xiaoxia's legs.

I breathed a sigh of relief, thankful that I reacted in time and didn't really fall. But at this moment, I realized that my hand was pressed against Xiaoxia's thigh, and through the thin stockings, I could feel the warmth and softness of her skin. This sudden close contact made me feel a little overwhelmed, and my heartbeat accelerated involuntarily.

I raised my head and looked at Xiaoxia. A blush appeared on her face. Our eyes met in the air, and for a moment, the whole classroom seemed to be quiet, with only the sound of our breathing and heartbeats echoing.

Xiaoxia's voice was so soft that only I could hear it. She whispered, "Brother, do you like me?" This sudden question made me fall into a brief confusion. I was stunned, and the movement of my hands stopped, and my eyes were involuntarily locked on her face.

Her eyes were shining with anticipation and nervousness, as if she was waiting for an answer that was extremely important to her. I quickly withdrew my hand that was supporting her legs, and an inexplicable emotion surged in my heart, making me feel a little overwhelmed.

Seeing that I didn't answer immediately, Xiaoxia looked at me affectionately and repeated: "Brother, I like you, do you like me?" There was a hint of firmness in her voice, as if telling me her feelings.

I nodded, but swallowed the words back. At this moment, Xiaoxia asked again: "Why didn't you pursue me?" Her eyes were full of doubt and expectation.

I took a deep breath and tried to organize my thoughts. I replied, "This... Actually, I am confused myself. Ever since that incident, you have been calling me brother, and I really treat you as my sister. This family relationship makes me have a special desire to protect you, but at the same time, it also makes me feel a kind of ethical restraint when pursuing you."

I paused and continued, "Although I like you very much, I always feel that if I have you because I saved you, it would be a bit of taking advantage of someone in need. Besides, I am several years older than you, which would be a bit of bullying. I want you to pursue your own happiness, not to restrict you because I pursue you."

Xiaoxia blushed after hearing my explanation. She smiled shyly, then gently approached me and left a soft kiss on my cheek. She whispered, "Then I won't call you brother anymore. I'll call you by your name. In fact, I've liked you since the first time I saw you. You are not only my great benefactor, but also the person I have always liked in my heart. But I have never dared to pursue you, fearing that you would reject me."

She paused and continued, "These days, my colleagues have been teasing me, saying that I have a boyfriend like you. I told my colleagues about us, and later, with their encouragement, I decided to pursue you bravely. She also gave me an idea and asked me to use this game to test your reaction. They said that your reaction just now means that you like me too, so I should be bold in pursuing you, and I will definitely succeed."

This sudden kiss and Xiaoxia's words were like a spring breeze blowing on my face, making my heart beat fast. I could hardly believe my ears. I froze in my place, as if time had stopped at this moment. After a long while, I woke up from a dream and excitedly shouted to Xiaoxia: "Am I... am I in love? Do I really have a girlfriend?"

Seeing me like this, Xiaoxia couldn't help but smile softly, with a gentle light flashing in her eyes. She said softly, "Wang Dong, look at you, you're so silly."

At this moment, an ancient and wise saying suddenly flashed through my mind: "When God closes a door for you, he will open a window for you." And Xiaoxia's kiss was the window that opened for me. It dispelled all my previous gloom and confusion and made me feel unprecedented light and hope.

I confirmed again: "Xiao Xia, am I dreaming? Did you just say... that you would be my girlfriend and kissed me?" My voice was even trembling, as if all this was so beautiful as a dream.

Xiaoxia smiled and nodded, and she said softly: "Haha, yes, but I have conditions. Well, it depends on your future performance. If you are not good to me, I will leave you at any time." There was a hint of mischief in her tone, but it made me more determined to cherish this relationship.

I solemnly assured Xiaoxia: "Don't worry, I will definitely cherish this opportunity you gave me. I will use all my heart to love you, protect you, and not let you get hurt."

After that, I looked at Xiaoxia carefully. Her smile was as warm and bright as the spring sunshine. I couldn't help but admire her and said, "Xiaoxia, you are so beautiful today." Then I took out my phone and said, "Don't move. I'll take a picture of you and use it as my phone background. From now on, I also have a girlfriend."

I took a picture of this beautiful moment, and also of our future happiness. At this moment, I knew that my life would become more wonderful and beautiful because of Xiaoxia.