Chapter 5

"Bro, what's up?"

"You wanted to buy a car, right? I've already asked for you. Write down this phone number and contact him directly. I've already paid for the car and taken care of all the procedures. Just call him to set a time and place, and you can drive it away."

"No, bro. I have my own money, uh, bro..." Wang Yong listened to the beeping sound from his phone and helplessly put it down. He understood that his cousin Wang Qiang, fearing that he lacked money and couldn't bring himself to ask, had paid for the car in advance. Perhaps his aunt and uncle were also involved.

Wang Yong was unfortunate, as his parents' death left him to rely on his younger brother, enduring much hardship. Yet he was also very fortunate, as he had never lacked the help and care of family, elders, friends, classmates, and teachers... How could he repay this kindness!

Wang Yong gathered his thoughts and dialed the number given by Wang Qiang. A pleasant ringtone played from his phone:

You are the most beautiful cloud in my sky,

Let me keep you with all my heart,

Singing the most dazzling democratic wind,

Let love sweep away all the dust.

...

"Hello, who is this?"

"Hello, my name is Wang Yong, I am..."

"Oh, it's Wang Yong! I'm Liu, just call me Brother Liu. I'm your brother's high school classmate. The car you want is all ready. When do you want to come and pick it up?"

"Thanks, Brother Liu. I'll come tomorrow morning. Will it be a bother to you?"

"You, just like your brother said, you're polite to everyone. You can't be like this in society... "

This Brother Liu, who was very familiar, gave Wang Yong a half-hour lecture, only putting down the phone when he heard a knock. Wang Yong, holding his hot phone, took a deep breath. It seemed that Brother Liu and his cousin Wang Qiang had a special relationship and treated him like family.

Early the next morning, Wang Yong said goodbye to his aunt and uncle and took a bus to the city. After getting off at the city bus station, he was about to take a taxi to the used car market when he suddenly heard someone calling his name.

"Wang Yong, over here."

Wang Yong turned his head and saw his cousin Wang Qiang in casual clothes.

"Why are you here? Oh, it must be Aunt who told you. I'm a grown-up, I won't get lost. Really, aren't you supposed to be at work?"

"Enough with the chatter, get in the car quickly. I have to go, don't dawdle." Wang Qiang, without waiting for a reply, pulled Wang Yong to a somewhat old Santana, opened the door, and got in first. Wang Yong, knowing his cousin's temper and personality, didn't say much more and quickly sat in the passenger seat. Before he could fasten his seatbelt, the car had already sped off.

Soon, Wang Qiang dropped Wang Yong off at the entrance of the used car market and called Brother Liu from yesterday: "Liu Jun, I'm here. Come out and meet my brother. I have something to do, so I won't come in."

"Okay, be a good public servant, don't let the people down, work hard, don't..."

"Enough, stop joking. I really have something to do today. That's it, I'm leaving." Wang Qiang hung up and turned to Wang Yong, "Drive carefully and take care. I have something to do, so I'm leaving. Call me if you need anything."

"Okay, go ahead with your work."

Wang Qiang drove off quickly. Not long after, a well-built young man in a black long-sleeved hoodie and jeans, with a potbelly (which had become a symbol of success at some point), approached Wang Yong: "Wang Yong, right? You haven't changed much in all these years."

Wang Yong also carefully examined the man, quickly recalling his memory. Liu Jun, his brother Wang Qiang's high school classmate and true best friend. After high school, they both applied to the police academy, but Liu Jun was rejected due to health issues, which his father, the county magistrate, had secretly arranged. Liu Jun, upon learning this, had a big fight with his family and then joined the military without hesitation.

"Brother Liu, when did you come back from the military?"

"Three years ago. I served for six years. I've done my part for the country. Let's go inside and talk."

Following Liu Jun into the market, they saw various cars parked in the parking lot. Groups of buyers and sellers were either intensely or calmly discussing and arguing. Wang Yong followed Liu Jun deeper into the market, and people kept greeting Liu Jun along the way.

"Brother Liu, what brings you here today?"

"Boss Liu is here."

"Boss Liu, hello!"

...

Amid the warm greetings, Wang Yong finally followed Liu Jun into a shop.

"Brother!" A sweet and youthful girl stood up to greet Liu Jun. She wore a black and white striped sweater, black leggings, and black leather boots. Her fair skin, graceful figure, and sweet smile exuded a youthful charm, making people want to look at her more. Wang Yong's heart also stirred, feeling a sense of love at first sight.

"Yuan Yuan, this is Wang Yong, my brother's younger brother. Wang Yong, this is Yuan Yuan, my cousin, who is still unmarried. You two should keep in touch." Liu Jun introduced them, clearly playing the role of a matchmaker, making both Wang Yong and Yuan Yuan blush.

"Hello, I'm Wang Yong." Wang Yong quickly adjusted.

"Hello, I'm Tian Yuan Yuan."

While speaking, Tian Yuan Yuan also examined Wang Yong. At first glance, she felt a sense of familiarity, especially when she saw his bright eyes. She felt an urge to comfort him, as she read deep loneliness and a hint of sadness in his eyes, which, contrasted with his smile, made her heart ache.

The two of them gazed at each other in silence. After an unknown amount of time, perhaps a second, perhaps a year or ten years... an unharmonious voice interrupted their gaze.

"What's going on between you two? Is there something fishy here?"

Tian Yuan Yuan blushed and lowered her head. Wang Yong, feeling a bit embarrassed, glanced at the curious Liu Jun. Liu Jun, with a gossiping smile, kept looking at the two. Wang Yong quickly said, "Brother Liu, where's the car? Let's go take a look."

"Oh, right, right. Wait a moment, I'll get the keys." He went into an office and soon came out with two keys. Handing them to Wang Yong, he said:

"I have something to do. Yuan Yuan, take Wang Yong to see the car and take him for a test drive. If there are no problems, let him drive it away." Without waiting for a reply, he returned to his office.

Left alone in the small shop, the two felt awkward. After a moment of silence, Tian Yuan Yuan spoke up, "Let's go try the car. If there are no issues, you can drive it away. All the procedures are done and the documents are in the car." She didn't dare to look at Wang Yong and walked out with her head down.

Wang Yong followed her to a used Jetta. What's going on? Didn't I say I wanted a minivan? Seeing Wang Yong's confusion, Tian Yuan Yuan explained, "This is the car my brother bought when he returned from the military. He got a new car this year, and this one has been sitting unused. Brother Wang said you wanted a car, so my brother transferred the ownership to you. You don't need to ask about the price; I don't know either. It's something my brother and Brother Wang discussed. The procedures are all done, so just drive it."

"Okay, give me your phone number."

Wang Yong gave his phone number. Seeing Tian Yuan Yuan take out an iPhone 4, Wang Yong knew it had just been released and cost over 5,000 yuan.

After a brave start, the sky is wide and the future is bright.

Determined to break the chains of fate.

To those who were cold,

Thank you for once looking down on me,

Making me live a more vibrant life without bowing down.

A cell phone ringtone interrupted Wang Yong's thoughts. He quickly took out his cheap phone, which showed a phone number. Tian Yuan Yuan snatched it, pressed a few buttons, and returned it to Wang Yong.

"That's my phone number. I've saved it. Call me if you need anything." She blushed and hurriedly walked away, leaving Wang Yong standing there in a daze.

Wang Yong's heart was stirred. He knew he had fallen for her, but reality made him feel inferior. Tian Yuan Yuan used the newly released iPhone 4 and dressed well. After a few years of management experience, Wang Yong could tell that she came from a good family. How could a poor rural boy like him marry a city girl? Would her family agree to let their daughter suffer with him in the countryside? Wang Yong completely forgot that he was no longer the same as before, with the space trading function of the light brain and the small world, he had already transcended the ordinary. He kept reminding himself that it wasn't suitable, and he should forget it. Besides, he didn't know what the girl thought; maybe she didn't like him at all, and everything was just his one-sided wish.

"Beep—" The sound of a text message interrupted Wang Yong's thoughts. Seeing the name on his phone screen, his heart raced—Yuan Yuan.

"Drive carefully and slowly. Don't rush. Call me when you have time."

Reading the message, Wang Yong felt a warm feeling. He lifted his hand to touch his phone, wondering if he could bear the weight of her affection. The Rolex watch on his wrist, which was actually the light brain, made him realize: Yes, he had the light brain and the small world. What was there to fear? With these treasures, he could achieve success. He was no longer the same as before; the current Wang Yong was no worse than anyone. His mood instantly improved, and he quickly replied: "Okay, I got it. Thank Brother Liu for me. I won't come to say goodbye."

After sending the message, Wang Yong got into the car, merged into the traffic, and drove away.

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