Abstinence Pei, don't be too sweet when chasing your wife

The evening glow spread across the ruins, the warm wind was filled with the scent of earth, and even the air was filled with a lazy sweetness.

Ling Jiuer collected the logistics team's supply account book, hurried back to the tent, and adjusted her light apricot dress in front of the reflection on the curtain - this was the one she bought when she went shopping with Gu Fanxing last time. At that time, Fanxing smiled and said, "You look gentle in light colors, Du Fei will definitely like it." Thinking of this, she pinched the hem of her skirt with her fingertips, and her cheeks felt hot.

In the tent, she took out a palm-sized mirror and repeatedly gathered and let down her long hair in front of it. After hesitating for a while, she finally tied it into a half-bun, unscrewed the orange lipstick that Gu Fanxing had given her, and gently applied it on her lips.

Looking at herself in the mirror with a bright complexion and a smile on her face, the corners of her mouth curved slightly, and she felt a little more expectant.

"Are you ready? If you're any later the sun will set over the mountains."

The tent curtain was slightly lifted, and Du Fei stood at the door, carrying a light gray canvas bag and a thin beige jacket on his shoulders.

His eyes fell on Ling Jiuer, a flash of surprise in his eyes, and then he slowed down his tone: "The wind on the top of the mountain is stronger than at the foot of the mountain, so I brought you a coat, and the lemon candy you kept asking for, I specially asked the county dessert shop to keep some fresh stock."

Ling Jiuer took the candy box and coat, and her fingertips accidentally brushed against his hand, which felt like being tickled by a feather. Her heart skipped a beat, and she quickly hugged the things in her arms, whispering, "Thank you, you're so thoughtful. I forgot it would be cold on the top of the mountain."

The two walked along the path towards the western hillside, their shadows falling on the soft grass.

The wind is mixed with the scent of grass, the laughter in the distance, and the chirping of late-returning birds, making the air light and cheerful.

"Du Fei, did you have time to watch the sunset before?" Ling Jiuer turned her head to look at him - his strong wrists were exposed at the cuffs of his T-shirt, and the sunset softened his usually calm outline, making him look particularly gentle.

"I used to be so busy with projects and often worked overtime that I never had time to watch the sunset." Du Fei looked towards the distant mountains, his tone a little sentimental. "But you like sunsets. Do you have a special story?"

"Yeah!" Ling Jiuer's eyes sparkled. "When I was little, I lived in the countryside with my grandmother. She took me to the village entrance every evening to watch the sunset. She said the sunset was 'the gentlest light of the day' and could melt away all the unhappiness. After my grandmother passed away, I always looked for places where I could see the sunset. It seemed that by doing so, I could remember her by my side."

Du Fei slowed down his pace and spoke sincerely, "Your grandma is right. The sunset really does make people feel at ease. Whenever you want to watch the sunset in the future, I'll accompany you."

Ling Jiuer looked up and met his serious gaze, her cheeks flushed, and she pointed forward.

"We're almost at the top of the mountain! We can see the entire ruins from here. Fanxing said the sunset here is the most beautiful she's ever seen!"

The wind on the top of the mountain was even colder, and Ling Jiuer shrank her neck.

Du Fei immediately stepped forward, helped her put on her coat, pulled the collar, and his fingertips accidentally touched her neck. They both paused, and the air was instantly filled with sweetness.

They sat side by side on the grass, the setting sun sank into the mountains, and the sky was dyed a gradient of orange-red - from light orange to deep pink, and then to deep purple near the horizon. It was like an overturned palette, so beautiful that people couldn't take their eyes off it.

"It's really beautiful, even more beautiful than the one I saw at the village entrance when I was a child."

Ling Jiuer smiled, her eyes filled with rosy glow, revealing a relaxed and comfortable look.

Du Fei turned his head to look at her - her eyelashes were covered with light, and her dimples were shallow, more charming than the sunset.

"Du Fei," Ling Jiuer suddenly turned around, her tone a little worried, "Did you hurt your waist when you helped me move the boxes of porcelain tiles last time? Master Wang in the warehouse said you rubbed your back for a long time and it hurt so much that you couldn't stand up."

"It's nothing. I just didn't pay attention to my posture when I was moving the boxes. I twisted it a little. I'll be fine after resting for two days."

Du Fei felt a warm feeling in his heart and shook his head with a smile.

"You, on the other hand, even brought me a heating pad. I haven't thanked you properly yet."

"Of course you should!" Ling Jiuer said affectionately, "You are my 'test subject'. If you get hurt, who will watch the sunset with me and help me move supplies?"

As soon as the voice fell, Ling Jiuer caught a glimpse of the small daisies not far away. Her eyes lit up and she stood up excitedly: "Du Fei, look over there! Little daisies! I'll pick a few and put them in the vase in the tent. They will definitely look beautiful!"

Without waiting for Du Fei's response, she ran over quickly.

There was a shallow pit hidden under the grass on the top of the mountain. She was so focused on looking at the flowers that she didn't pay attention to her feet. She cried "Ouch" and her body shook, almost falling down.

Du Fei rushed over quickly, holding her arm firmly, and said in a tense voice: "How is it? Did you sprain your ankle? Does it hurt?"

Ling Jiuer rubbed her ankle and whispered, "It hurts a little, it seems like I stepped on air."

Du Fei immediately squatted down and gently took off her sneakers, leaving her red ankles particularly conspicuous.

He took out some mineral water from his canvas bag, poured some into his palms to warm it up, and carefully massaged her ankles: "Does it hurt here? Or is there something else that's uncomfortable?"

"Well... it hurts a little here, other places are fine." Ling Jiuer looked at his serious expression, her heart beating faster and faster, and her cheeks felt hot as if they were burning.

"It's a minor sprain. Rub it for a while to promote blood circulation and it will be fine."

Du Fei stood up and bent down.

"Let me carry you down. The path on the top of the mountain is slippery. You'll easily get hurt if you continue like this."

Ling Jiuer hesitated for a moment, then gently lay on his back with her arms around his neck.

Du Fei held her knee and walked very slowly, taking each step firmly. When he encountered a slippery spot, he would gently remind her, "Hold on tight, it's a little slippery here, I'll go slower."

She could feel his steady and strong heartbeat from behind her, and the smell of laundry detergent on his coat was clean and warm. Ling Jiuer pressed her face against his back, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but rise.

She suddenly felt that the previous "test" of Du Fei was too harsh - although he was slow to warm up, he kept her preferences in mind and cared about her safety. These subtle tenderness were more touching than any sweet words.

"Du Fei,"

She spoke softly, her voice gentle.

"Can we come here to watch the sunset next time? I also want to see the sunrise here. I heard that the sunrise glow is even brighter and can dye the entire ruins golden."

"Okay, next time we'll get up earlier and watch both the sunrise and sunset."

Du Fei responded with a smile.

"Oh, by the way, the oranges in the orchard next to the county town are ripe. After watching the sunset, we can go pick some oranges. I heard that the oranges there are sweeter and more juicy, and fresher than those bought in the supermarket."

"Really? That's great!" Ling Jiuer's eyes lit up, she tightened her arms and buried her face deeper.

Soon they arrived at the door of Ling Jiuer's tent. Du Fei gently put her down, helped her stand steadily, and looked at her ankle carefully: "Do you want me to go to the medical tent to get some swelling-reducing ointment? There's a spare one there. It will heal faster if you apply it."

"No, it doesn't hurt anymore." Ling Jiuer shook her head and looked up at him with a smile. "Thank you so much for today, Du Fei. The sunset was beautiful and the candy was delicious. Watching the sunset with you is much more enjoyable than watching it alone."

"As long as you like it." Du Fei helped her brush away the grass debris on her shoulders, his tone gentle.

"Don't walk too much at night. Get some rest. If your ankle hurts again, feel free to call me. I'm in the office next door and can be here in a few minutes."

Ling Jiuer nodded, turned around and waved before entering the tent: "Du Fei, good night! See you tomorrow!"

"Good night, see you tomorrow." Du Fei watched the tent curtain fall, took out the remaining lemon candy in his pocket, peeled one and put it in his mouth. The sweet and sour taste spread on the tip of his tongue, and he couldn't hide the smile at the corner of his mouth - he knew that the "test period" in Ling Jiuer's heart might not have to wait too long.

Inside the tent, Ling Jiuer touched her burning cheeks and peeled a lemon candy. The sweet and sour flavor spread across her tongue, reminiscent of the heartbeat she'd felt just before sunset. Gazing out the window at the night, she quietly thought: The next time I watch the sunset, I'll tell him his "test period" is over.