Silver Leaf Whale Chapter 12

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Chapter 12·Run

“Huh——”

The feeling of tinnitus and heartache almost suffocated Qi Zhixuan. He suddenly opened his eyes and sat up, gasping for air, and cold sweat dripped from his forehead.

He glanced around in a panic and saw a clean and bright small room. Through the glass partition, he could still see the cat bowl placed in the corner of the living room.

Cat bowl, swimming goggles, his kitten, now in Beijing, without a father…

It turns out that I was dreaming just now…a long and painful dream…

He stood up while holding on to the edge of the bed. His pajamas were soaked with cold sweat and clung to his back, sticky and uncomfortable. He just wanted to take a shower first to wash away the panic.

As soon as he opened the door, the aroma of food hit him. He glanced at the kitchen and saw someone busy.

It was Pang Whale. By the way, I even took him home. I almost forgot.

Qi Zhixuan walked over to see what he was doing.

Feeling the movement around him, Pang Whale didn’t even raise his head. He quickly scooped the cooked noodles into the bowl and said in a casual tone, “You’re awake. There really isn’t anything at home. I’ll just find some noodles and eggs and make do with it.”

Just as he put the last chopstick noodles into the bowl, he turned around and was startled by the person in front of him, “What’s wrong? Are you sick?”

Qi Zhixuan stood there, his face was pale, his eyes were green and black, and he was sweating profusely. Pang Jing subconsciously reached out to touch his forehead to see if he had a fever.

“It’s okay.” Qi Zhixuan took a step back, sweating, and didn’t let him touch her. “The quilt is thick and it’s too hot. I’m going to take a shower.”

After the hot water washed away the stickiness all over his body, Qi Zhixuan’s complexion finally improved a little. He sat down at the table and started eating noodles quietly.

Pang Jing had already finished eating and quickly changed his clothes. He sat across from him and looked at him quietly. Qi Zhixuan ate in small bites, but never stopped using his chopsticks. He looked like he had a good appetite.

“What’s wrong?” Seeing Pang Jing staring at him, Qi Zhixuan asked.

“It’s nothing.” Pang Jing retracted his gaze, “I’ll go to the team for training in a moment, swimming goggles or… you… no matter what happens, call me at any time.”

When Pang Jing saw him finish eating, he got up and took the bowl to the kitchen to wash.

Qi Zhixuan subconsciously wanted to stop him, but he didn’t.

“Call me if you need anything” “Swimming goggles” “Or you”.

Pang Jing finished washing the dishes and left. The room suddenly became quiet. Qi Zhixuan lay on the sofa and began to relax, thinking about what Pang Jing said.

His eyes passed over the pajamas worn by Pang Whale on the balcony, swaying gently in the wind. The dishes and chopsticks on the table had been cleared away, but he still remembered the taste of the egg noodles. It was very simple and delicious.

In the afternoon, Qi Zhixuan went to the pet hospital to look at the swimming goggles. He was wearing an Elizabethan ring and giving infusions. But he was much better than yesterday. He was very energetic and had to play with one arm.

Qi Zhixuan teased it for a while, took a few short videos, thought about it, and sent it to Pang Whale.

After a while, I received a reply from Pang Whale.

Little Painter: “Video”

: “Very good, very energetic”

Little Painter: “The doctor said I can be discharged from the hospital in a few days.”

: “I’ll go with you then.”

Little painter: “.”

Qi Zhixuan put his cell phone back in his pocket and walked out of the hospital slowly. The breeze blew by, carrying a few fallen leaves.

The autumn in Beijing was very beautiful, the sky was blue, the leaves were golden, and the air was dry and warm. Looking at the bright sky, he breathed a sigh of relief, and suddenly felt that everything was not so bad after all.

A few days later, the hospital sent a message saying that the swimming goggles were fine and that they could be picked up at any time. Qi Zhixuan remembered that Pang Jing was also going, so he sent him a WeChat message.

Little Painter: “I’m going to pick up the swimming goggles tonight. Do you have time?”

: “Yes, I’ll treat you to dinner tonight, and we’ll pick it up together after dinner.”

Little painter: “? Why are you inviting me to dinner?”

: “There is a Russian restaurant that is very delicious. Let’s try it together and celebrate the discharge of swimming goggles.”

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Little painter: “Okay, then you take me there, but I should ask you.”

Little painter: “Cats are rich.jpg”

: Haha, as expected, the boss is different, so thank you, Boss Qi.

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“Hey, Xingxing, send me some more emoticons.” Pang Jing tapped on Xingxing’s bed frame with his fingers. It was just one class today. Pang Jing returned to the dormitory early and was lying on the bed chatting with Qi Zhixuan.

“Come on!” Xingxing immediately leaned his head over and shook his phone as if offering a treasure. “I also have the complete set of Dragon Pictures. The picture quality is completely lost. You can tell it’s weird at first glance, and they are updated from time to time~”

Pang Jing gave him a disgusted look: “No, I want something cute and fast.”

“Tch.” Zhenbao was disgusted and Xingxing muttered something. Pangjing was too lazy to pay attention to him. He held his mobile phone and saved all the cat, rabbit, and puppy emoticons in case he needed it in case of emergencies.

In the evening, the sun has not yet set. Pang Jing has already arrived at the Little Painter. Xiaolong is a senior and has to prepare for graduation. He doesn’t have much part-time time. He recently found a new girl from the Academy of Fine Arts. Qi Zhixuan is teaching her tally.

He held a paintbrush and carefully pushed the pen tip away: “Look at these, the pen tip is very fragile and easy to be crushed. When it arrives, you need to check it first. If it is broken, report it as damaged. I will contact the supplier later.” As he said, he walked to the shelf again, pointing to the paint and drawing paper and explaining the precautions one by one.

Pang Jing didn’t come forward to disturb him. He sat at the cashier and his eyes fell on the busy figure.

Qi Zhixuan wore a khaki windbreaker today, a comfortable-looking white shirt underneath, black casual pants and a pair of neat short leather boots. It was rare to see him dressed like this. He looked clean and eye-catchingly handsome.

“You’re here so early. Do you want some tea?” Qi Zhixuan settled the new girl, sat in front of his small tea table and began to share the tea.

“Okay.” Pang Jing took the small white porcelain cup and took a sip.

In fact, he didn’t understand tea at all. He always thought tea was bitter and hard to drink. His coach also loved tea and would give him a cup from time to time, but every time he would chew the peony and swallow it in one gulp. However, what Qi Zhixuan gave him seemed to be very different. It was very fragrant in the mouth and a little sweet in the aftertaste.

After drinking one cup, he had another cup. The thin white wrist in front of him poured the tea for him. He held the cup and poured some water on the little fish tea pet. The little fish immediately spit out bubbles. Pang Whale’s Adam’s apple moved and he blurted out, “You look very good today.”

Qi Zhixuan raised his eyes and said with a smile, “Didn’t you say that I am the boss who treats guests? I will try my best to dress like a boss to prevent you from calling me in vain.”

Pang Jing was amused by him: “Then let’s go, boss.”

The two took a taxi and arrived near the restaurant. This Russian restaurant was called “Red Square Cabin”. It was hidden in an alley, with twists and turns, and cars couldn’t get in. The two had to get out of the car on the main road and walk in.

“If you don’t bring me here, I might never find it in my lifetime.”

This store was indeed hidden deep. Qi Zhixuan followed Pang Jing around several alleys, each of which had deep and shallow connections extending in all directions.

Although they are winding, these alleys have their own charm. There are some stylish cafes and mini bars, and there are residential buildings and small lifestyle shops in the middle. They offer both poetry, wine and life, making people feel very relaxed and comfortable.

“It’s okay. I’ll take you to eat at delicious restaurants from now on.” Pang Jing answered casually, looking intently for the next road sign.

“Ah?” Qi Zhixuan was stunned for a moment, why did Pang Jing speak like this…

“We’re here.” Pang Jing’s voice brought back Qi Zhixuan’s thoughts, and the “Red Square Cabin” was right in front of him.

This shop is hidden at the end of the alley. There are some Russian characters on the green signboard, and a few Chinese characters in the lower right corner say Red Square House Russian Restaurant.

The shop is not big, but it is very warm and the business is good. Some people are already sitting inside. The solid wood tables and chairs are covered with napkins with complicated patterns, and there are gorgeous-looking silver tableware. The walls are covered with old photos, and there is a piano in the corner.

The two found a seat by the window and sat down. Qi Zhixuan took off his windbreaker and casually placed it on the back of the chair.The white shirt underneath had two buttons loosened, and you could vaguely see the outline of his collarbone.

After ordering, Qi Zhixuan looked at the display cabinets in the store. The glass cabinets were filled with ceramic tableware, colorful matryoshka dolls, music boxes of different materials, and several rows of vodka and brandy neatly stacked underneath.

He lowered his head to study the gorgeous and exquisite music box. The light in the cabinet was reflected through the thin shirt. His body was hazy and clear in this mass of clothing. You could almost see the shape of his bones and the texture of his skin.

Pang Jing sat there and looked at him, his Adam’s apple rolling up and down uncontrollably, and he felt an inexplicable warmth in his heart, feeling that he was the treasure that should appear in the display cabinet.

Not daring to look anymore, Pang Jing quickly looked away, stood up and walked to Qi Zhixuan and asked him

“Like it?”

Without waiting for an answer, he continued, “It doesn’t seem to be for sale. My grandma’s home is very close to Russia. We can go there to buy it when we have the opportunity.”

Qi Zhixuan didn’t say anything, smiled and nodded gently. Just as the waiter came over with the dishes, the two of them turned back to their seats and sat down.

As Pang Jing expected, Qi Zhixuan really likes Russian food. We have figured out his taste before eating together. He prefers sweet and sour food. He is afraid of spicy and greasy food. He can’t eat garlic at all. It is a child’s taste.

But it was not only the taste, but also the appetite. Qi Zhixuan said he was full after not eating much.

What Pang Jing doesn’t know is that Qi Zhixuan has had a bad appetite in the past few years. After his father’s accident, he also fell ill, very seriously, and was only as thin as a frame. It was all thanks to Zhu Mingyue to save him from death. He has not gained much weight after raising him. It is rare to eat more today. After all, it does taste good.

Compared to Qi Zhixuan, who is a scumbag, Pang Jing is simply a god of food. He is not picky about food, eats deliciously, and has a large appetite. Before leaving, Qi Zhixuan laughed when he saw Pang Jing wiping out all the remaining Lieba.

Seeing him smiling, Pang Jing smiled sheepishly and said, “Don’t waste it.”

“Yeah.” Qi Zhixuan poured him a glass of water and praised him like a child, “I just think you are awesome.”

After eating and drinking, the two of them took a walk back. There were many ginkgo trees planted in the alley. Their golden leaves were like small yellow fans, spread on the ground. When they walked, they would fan themselves in the breeze at their feet.

There were not many pedestrians in the alley. Pang Jing put his hands in his pockets and simply walked backwards. His eyes fell directly on Qi Zhixuan’s face and he talked about interesting things about living in his grandma’s house when he was a child.

In the summer, I swam in the creek, but in the winter, the ice surface was slippery. He also said that when he ate this Russian restaurant, he was reminded of his grandma’s Russian restaurant. The dim street lights and the neon lights of the shop reflected on the two people’s faces, and the smiles in the corners of their eyes and eyebrows became particularly vivid and colorful.

“Hey.” Qi Zhixuan suddenly reached out and grabbed Pang Whale. There were several people standing in the direction of his advance, and he almost bumped into him.

The visitor just stood there carelessly, looking at them up and down with malicious eyes. The leading man crossed his arms. Qi Zhixuan looked familiar, but he couldn’t remember where he had seen them before.

These people didn’t look like good people, so Pang Jing took half a step forward warily.

“Pang Jing, it’s that person from last time, the blackmailer.” Qi Zhixuan whispered to Pang Jing. He only remembered it when he saw the tallest man rolling up his sleeves to reveal the string of bird tattoos.

It turned out to be him. Pang Whale’s eyes darkened, and the unhappiness from last time suddenly came to mind again.

“Why, it’s only been a while, and you don’t recognize me anymore.” The man in the bird’s voice was extremely arrogant, and his tone was full of provocation, “I told you to wait last time, but I didn’t expect that we would meet here by such a fate.”

As he said that, he took another provocative step forward. Pang Jing also frowned and greeted him. He glanced around quickly from the corner of his eye. It was very remote and there were no people there. The surveillance cameras on the road didn’t see him. If he really wanted to take action, he had to find a way to take Qi Zhixuan to places where people were densely packed.

“What’s the matter? I want to make some gestures.” The man’s voice suddenly rose to a high pitch, deliberately creating momentum, and several followers around him followed suit, looking like they were about to take action at any time.

There were so many people on the other side, and if he attacked, he would be beaten. Qi Zhixuan quickly pulled Pang Jing’s arm back, pretending to be calm and said to the group of people, “Hey, if you have something to say, please talk to me, classmate, and don’t be violent.”

Birdsong Man looked Qi Zhixuan up and down and laughed, “Okay, it’s easy to talk it over. You guys didn’t lose money last time. Either make up the money, or…” He paused deliberately, with contemptuous eyes, “I will kneel down and kowtow to you today. Forget it. How about you, choose one?”

“Fuck you…” Pang Jing’s anger surged upon hearing this, and he clenched his fists and wanted to hit him twice.

“Pay for it, let’s pay for it! Can you pay with Alipay?” Qi Zhixuan held Pang Jing’s hand tightly, opened his fist little by little with his fingertips, and gently pressed his palm to signal. He hurriedly took out his mobile phone and typed a telegram with his eyes.

Pang Whale seemed to have received his signal, suppressing the anger in his eyes, and slowed down his movements in response.

“Okay, hurry up!” Niaoyu Man proudly took out his phone and looked down for the payment code, not noticing anything strange between the two of them.

3——2——1——

The two looked at each other and stood up almost at the same moment: “Run!”

In an instant, Pang Jing clutched Qi Zhixuan’s hand tightly and ran away.

“Damn it, you dare to play tricks on me! Stop!!” Bird Whispering Man reacted, yelled angrily, and chased after him with a few followers.

“Go this way.” Pang Jing pulled Qi Zhixuan around the corner and walked quickly. The speed was astonishing. If it weren’t for his tight hand, Qi Zhixuan could hardly keep up with him.

“Huh-huh-”

After only running a few steps, Qi Zhixuan was out of breath. The alley became narrower and narrower in his sight as he ran.The wind whistled in his ears, causing the small yellow fan to fly all over the ground. He could not see anything clearly from behind. He could only vaguely see the back of Pang Whale’s head and hear his heart beating wildly in his chest.

Qi Zhixuan wanted to stop, but he couldn’t say a word because of his breath. Just as he was about to grab Pang Whale to ask him to slow down, the group’s shouts followed closely behind him.

Oh my God, Qi Zhixuan wailed in his heart, why should he run among the sports students?

“Ah…”

Qi Zhixuan was wearing leather shoes, which were difficult to run around. He stepped on something and twisted his ankle.

“What’s wrong?” Hearing the voice, Pang Whale immediately turned his head and stopped.

“The ankle… seems to be twisted.” Qi Zhixuan knelt down and rubbed his ankle with his hands, feeling a hint of pain.

“Not here?”

“That way, I saw them going that way.”

“Let’s go and have a look”

The voice of the Bird Whispering Man was getting closer and closer. Qi Zhixuan could no longer run. Pang Jing quickly searched around for a hiding place. “Stay here.” He suddenly pushed Qi Zhixuan into a place.

This should be the back door of a store, already at the end of the alley. There is no way forward. There are dozens of boxes of large kilns piled high against the wall. However, some of the innermost parts of the wall next to it have been emptied, leaving just enough space for people to stand. Pang Jing pushed Qi Zhixuan in and wanted to go out and distract those people.

“Don’t…” Qi Zhixuan seemed to know what he was going to do, so he whispered and pulled the person back to him.

Pang Jing wanted to say something, but just as he was about to speak, he heard the voices of those people, so he had to shut up, and the two of them clung to each other.

It was really uncomfortable for two grown men to squeeze into such a small space, especially since Pang Whale was relatively large, so Qi Zhixuan was so squeezed that his whole body was almost pressed against him.

His face was buried in the other person’s chest. Pang Jing was wearing a denim jacket today. The rough denim fiber rubbed his cheeks a little itchy, and he couldn’t move his hands. Qi Zhixuan subconsciously rubbed it twice, as if he could hear the thumping of his heart wrapped in the material.

“Do you have this?” “Look through it.” “Don’t let me find these two bitches, I want them to look good!”

The voices of several people cursing and cursing were getting closer and closer, and the hearts of those who listened became tense.

Pang Whale’s chin rested gently on Qi Zhixuan’s head, and his arms were around Qi Zhixuan’s waist. He stood quietly, but his heart kept pounding, as if he had participated in a three-thousand-meter long-distance race after swimming a 1,500-meter freestyle.

“No one.”

The scent of his hair was very familiar, it was the shampoo he used at home.

“I saw them coming this way.”

He is so thin, he is so small in my arms.

“I didn’t see it, let’s go and have a look.”

My body feels so warm…

The searching sounds of several followers filled his ears, but Pang Whale seemed to have been deprived of all his senses by the man in front of him.

After an unknown amount of time, Qi Zhixuan quietly raised his head and met Pang Whale’s lowered gaze.

The two people’s eyes collided, and neither of them thought that the other person was looking at them. For a moment, the two of them were confused, and their faces turned awkwardly in different directions.

After waiting for a while, Pang Jing heard no more sounds. He walked outside and carefully confirmed that those people were indeed gone, and then turned around and took Qi Zhixuan out.

Qi Zhixuan limped out, the pain in his ankle getting stronger and stronger, and he frowned with every step he took.

Without saying a word, Pang Jing knelt down and turned his back to him: “Come up.”

Qi Zhixuan was stunned on the spot, unable to react.

“Hurry up,” Pang Jing turned around and urged, “I don’t know if those people can come back. This place is far from the main road. I will carry you there and take a taxi.”

After hearing this, Qi Zhixuan did not refuse anymore, stretched out his hand to support Pang Whale’s shoulders, and climbed up gently.

Pang Whale was very tall, with a broad and strong back. He walked steadily with him on his back. Qi Zhixuan raised his head and looked at the night sky. The moon was hazy and the stars were dotted. He suddenly felt like he was being carried on a soft cloud, and he could reach out and touch the gentle starlight.