Reborn in 1979, with a female educated youth lying next to me.

Li Zhenhe wanted to say something more, but by the time he came to his senses, Liu Jia and Guo Xiaoyan had already parted ways.

"These two are really strange. When they came back together just now, they were like a couple flirting, but now they're just leaving without a word, showing no affection at all."

Thinking back to what had just happened, Li Zhenhe became more and more confused.

……

It's a bit hot; the sun is strongest around 2 PM.

Before she had walked more than a few steps, Guo Xiaoyan felt her hair was smoking from the heat.

So Guo Xiaoyan quickened her pace, almost running back.

Whenever she reaches a shady spot, Guo Xiaoyan slows down her pace.

When they reach sections of road without trees, Guo Xiaoyan will quicken her pace.

Guo Xiaoyan was very pleased with this clever trick, and even couldn't help but raise the corners of her mouth.

But soon, Guo Xiaoyan frowned again.

This method was taught to me by Liu Jia.

Guo Xiaoyan couldn't help but sigh. She had to admit that although she had only been in Xili Village for three years, Liu Jia's social habits had already influenced her in many ways.

To be more precise, they influenced each other.

Guo Xiaoyan herself doesn't know when she will be able to completely forget about what happened in Xili Village, nor does she know when she can start her new life.

There were several large trees ahead, and Guo Xiaoyan slowed down her walking pace considerably.

Guo Xiaoyan knew this road very well; she could find her way home even on instinct.

"Guo Xiaoyan!"

Guo Xiaoyan let her thoughts wander, when she was suddenly interrupted by a shout.

Standing right in front of him was Cao Xiangyang!

Guo Xiaoyan turned her head to the side, but upon seeing Cao Xiangyang's attire, she even forgot to turn her head back.

What's happening?

Cao Xiangyang's arms were wrapped in thick bandages, and several bandages were wrapped around his neck.

It looks like there's an injury on his forehead as well.

Seeing this scene, Guo Xiaoyan was completely dumbfounded.

"Xiaoyan, you're finally back! I've been waiting for you for so long."

At the crossroads, Cao Xiangyang stood under a big tree, a forced smile on his face.

"What's wrong with you?" Guo Xiaoyan asked casually.

"Oh, it's nothing, you don't need to worry about me. I went to your house today and heard you went out, so I waited here. You're finally back."

Cao Xiangyang did not continue the conversation that Guo Xiaoyan had been discussing.

Thinking about what Cao Xiangyang had done before, Guo Xiaoyan's brows furrowed instinctively, and her tone of voice carried a hint of impatience.

"Are you waiting for me because you need something?"

Cao Xiangyang nodded solemnly, his eyes welling up with tears as he spoke.

"Yes, I've thought about this a lot lately, and I think it's necessary for the two of us to have a talk."

“Xiaoyan, there’s a misunderstanding between us. If we don’t clear it up, it will only get deeper. We can’t let Liu Jia ruin our relationship of so many years.”

“Xiaoyan, now that you’ve divorced Liu Jia, don’t contact him anymore. He has violent tendencies, which is very dangerous. You must protect yourself.”

As he spoke, Cao Xiangyang touched his injured arm, and then, in front of Guo Xiaoyan, he gasped in shock.

Guo Xiaoyan spoke in a daze.

"What do you mean? You're saying Liu Jia inflicted your injuries?"

"I know you won't believe me even if I tell you, but that's the truth. I was cornered in the alley by Liu Jia that day. It's my fault for not having Liu Jia's skills, so this is how it ended up."

As Cao Xiangyang spoke, he walked towards Guo Xiaoyan.

When he lifts his leg, he limps.

Looking at Cao Xiangyang in front of her, Guo Xiaoyan's face was full of disbelief.

No matter what, Liu Jia was an educated man. Even if they grew up in different environments, he shouldn't have been so ruthless to Cao Xiangyang!

This is too cruel!

If Liu Jia had used even a little more force, Cao Xiangyang's arm would probably have been ruined.

Suddenly, a look of suspicion flashed in Guo Xiaoyan's eyes.

Are you sure it was Liu Jia who hit you?

"Do I need to lie to you? Xiaoyan, Liu Jia is too rude. You must stay away from people like him!"

Guo Xiaoyan remained silent.

Liu Jia's image flashed through his mind, and then he looked at Cao Xiangyang in front of him.

Guo Xiaoyan was skeptical of Cao Xiangyang's words.

But I can't find any evidence.

For a moment, Guo Xiaoyan stood there, stunned.

At this moment, however, Cao Xiangyang had a different plan in mind.

As long as Guo Xiaoyan doesn't hate him to the core, there's still a chance for things to turn around.

It's definitely not going to work out with Bai Limei.

Based solely on what the attending physician said, Cao Xiangyang was absolutely certain that Bai Limei would not continue with him.

But Guo Xiaoyan was different.

First, Guo Xiaoyan was unaware of the truth, and second, she did not listen to the attending physician's analysis.

Most importantly, Guo Xiaoyan did not see the medical records.

As long as you keep your mouth shut, those things that aren't convenient won't be leaked.

If you can't cling to Bai Daqun's coattails, then climbing up to Guo Zhiyuan's high branch is also acceptable.

Cao Xiangyang was once again relieved that he had kept Guo Xiaoyan as a backup option.

Unexpectedly, this backup plan actually came in handy.

"Xiaoyan, don't stand there. It's so hot outside. I'll go back with you."

Cao Xiangyang pointed to the sun overhead, looking at Guo Xiaoyan with a pained expression.

Guo Xiaoyan then realized that sweat was already sliding down her cheeks.

Guo Xiaoyan hurriedly wiped away her sweat and shook her head.

"No need, you go ahead and do your thing, I'll be home soon."

"No, I was thinking I should have a proper talk with you."

"Cao Xiangyang, there's nothing to talk about between us. Let bygones be bygones. I want to start a new life."

Guo Xiaoyan doesn't consider herself a perfectionist, but if she knowingly dates someone who is two-timing her, it would be an insult to herself!

I have that much confidence in myself!

Seeing Guo Xiaoyan's expression change, Cao Xiangyang panicked.

"Xiaoyan, I've already told you, there's a misunderstanding between us. Please let me explain."

"I have absolutely nothing to do with the woman Liu Jia is talking about. Liu Jia is spreading rumors and trying to ruin our relationship."

"Think about it, he used to hang out with a lot of thugs and hooligans. They say you become like those you associate with, and Liu Jia was with people like that. What good things could he possibly learn?"

Cao Xiangyang stared longingly at Guo Xiaoyan, occasionally twitching his bandaged arm as he spoke.

It was as if it was subtly reminding Guo Xiaoyan how violent Liu Jia was.

Guo Xiaoyan made up her mind and walked straight ahead.

Cao Xiangyang suddenly knelt on the ground.

"Guo Xiaoyan, I love you. I want to propose to you. Will you marry me?"

Cao Xiangyang practically shouted these words out.

Guo Xiaoyan's head buzzed for a moment.

He looked at Cao Xiangyang again.

Cao Xiangyang carefully used his good arm to laboriously pull a ring out of his pocket.

"Guo Xiaoyan, this silver ring may not be worth much, but it represents my unwavering love for you. Gold is too vulgar; it's not good enough for you. I don't have money to buy a diamond ring right now, but when I do, I'll buy you a diamond ring the size of a pigeon's egg!"

Guo Xiaoyan suddenly thought of something.

A diamond ring, the size of a pigeon egg!

How attractive!

Does Cao Xiangyang see her as a materialistic woman?

Holding a silver ring in his hand, saying it was a huge diamond, he knelt in front of her and proposed.

What kind of situation is this?

If she hadn't seen it with her own eyes, Guo Xiaoyan would have thought she was dreaming.

The two men were in a stalemate.

Just then, someone walked by on the roadside.

Seeing this, Cao Xiangyang shouted again.

"Guo Xiaoyan, I really love you, will you marry me?"

"Cao Xiangyang, haven't you caused enough trouble? Don't act crazy here if you have nothing to do!"

A surge of anger rose within her, and without a second thought, Guo Xiaoyan tossed out a sentence and left without looking back!

Cao Xiangyang was completely stunned.

I saw it clearly just now; Guo Xiaoyan obviously hesitated. Wasn't she considering marrying me?

How could you refuse so decisively in the blink of an eye?

Which link is the problem?

Why did Guo Xiaoyan suddenly start to hate herself so much?

As Guo Xiaoyan walked further and further away, Cao Xiangyang struggled to stand up.

"What happened? Did the proposal fail?"

"Oh my, proposing like this after being injured like this, how much courage does that take?"

"Look how angry that girl is, she definitely doesn't like him, it's a waste of his energy."

"Could there be something wrong with him? He has injuries on his head and arms, and he walks unsteadily. No wonder the girl didn't want him!"

The discussions grew louder, and Cao Xiangyang's expression became increasingly grim.

Cao Xiangyang's face turned green, especially when he heard someone say that there was probably nothing wrong with him!

"What nonsense are you spouting? I'm fine, you're the ones who're crazy! You're all mentally ill, what are you doing here making a fuss over nothing?"

Cao Xiangyang roared like a madman, as if he wanted to vent all the anger in his heart.

Seeing Cao Xiangyang's strange behavior, someone quickly said, "That girl just said something crazy, could she be mentally ill?"

A whooshing sound came, and then the crowd scattered.

Cao Xiangyang was so angry that he gritted his teeth and was about to raise his arm and shout when he suddenly yelled.

In the heat of the moment, he completely forgot about the injury on his arm.

The excruciating pain caused Cao Xiangyang to break out in a sweat on his forehead.

Guo Xiaoyan's refusal to accept her marriage proposal must mean she's still thinking about Liu Jia!

Even if she wasn't thinking about Liu Jia, it must have been because of Liu Jia's previous words that she rejected him!

"Liu Jia, I, Cao Xiangyang, have an irreconcilable feud with you!"