usatvline Chapter 523 Catching the Wind
Chapter 523 Catching the Wind
Chapter 523: Reception
Wang Kun held the steering wheel tightly, and stepped on the accelerator almost to the bottom. The black car was like a wild beast running away, speeding along the flat road. The engine made a deep and powerful roar, as if it was venting its passion for speed.
Outside the car window, the trees on both sides seemed to be pulled by a pair of invisible hands and flashed backwards at a very fast speed. Those originally tall and straight trees, now next to the speeding car, can only be seen as a series of blurred green shadows, like green ribbons dancing in the wind. And the neatly arranged rows of high-rise buildings also became a little unreal in this flash. The glass curtain walls on the high-rise buildings reflected the dazzling sunlight, forming pieces of flickering light spots at high speed, like the twinkling stars in the night sky, dazzling people.
Inside the car, Wang Kun's eyes were fixed on the road ahead, revealing a serious and focused look. Li Zhen and Qiu Yan were chatting happily in the passenger seat, discussing the preparations for their trip to the United States.
Time seemed to be compressed at this lightning speed, and soon their car arrived in front of a beautiful hotel.
The hotel is like a magnificent palace. Its towering exterior shines with golden light and looks particularly dazzling under the sunlight.
A huge crystal chandelier hangs down from the dome of the hotel, emitting a soft and warm light, as if welcoming every incoming guest.
In the fountain at the entrance of the hotel, clear water refracts the sunlight to form gorgeous rainbows, which is so beautiful that it makes people intoxicated.
Wang Kun skillfully parked the car steadily in the hotel parking lot, and the tires made a slight sound as they rubbed against the ground.
He took a deep breath, unbuckled his seat belt, pushed open the car door, and a gust of fresh air blew in his face, carrying the fragrance of flowers and plants around the hotel.
The waiter came up immediately and made a very standard gesture of "Sir, please"
Then another waiter immediately took Wang Kun's keys and drove the car to the garage.
He straightened his clothes, looked up at the luxurious hotel, and raised his mouth slightly. He looked at Lizhen and Qiuyan and said, "Please let me have dinner here first."
Walking into the luxurious box, Li Zhen took the menu and handed it to Principal Zhang first. "Principal Zhang, please take a look at what dishes you like."
"Why don't you guys order? We are not familiar with this place," Principal Zhang immediately politely refused.
"Okay, then I'll order for everyone." Lizhen nodded politely.
In the warm and gorgeously decorated restaurant, soft lights were scattered in every corner like tiny stars. Everyone sat around the spacious dining table, enjoying their meal happily. The table was filled with a dazzling array of delicacies, colorful stir-fried dishes exuded an alluring aroma, exquisite snacks were like works of art, and the bubbling champagne in the transparent goblet sparkled with charming luster.
People's faces were filled with bright smiles, and the atmosphere was warm and harmonious. Some people picked up the wine glass, gently shook it to let the wine swirl in the glass, then tilted their heads back slightly and drank the wine in one gulp, with a satisfied look on their faces; others sipped slowly, enjoying the taste of the wine blooming on their tongues. Everyone was enjoying the delicious food while clinking glasses and chatting happily.
The topic ranged from interesting things in life to the upcoming trip to the United States. Li Zhen said excitedly: "Going to the United States to hold a wedding this time will definitely be a super romantic feast! Think about the holy and beautiful churches in the United States. Making a lifelong commitment there is really exciting."
Wang Kun also agreed: "Yes, yes, and there are so many fun places in the United States. We can have a good time after the wedding." Everyone talked at once, and laughter echoed in every corner of the restaurant.
Then, Principal Zhang stood up, holding the wine glass steadily with both hands, and said with a blessing in his eyes: "Come on, let's raise our glasses together. We are gathered here today to wish a successful wedding in the United States! May all of us leave the best memories at the wedding in a foreign country, and live in harmony and happiness in the future!"
Everyone stood up and raised their glasses high. The glasses clinked against each other, making a clear and pleasant sound. The sound seemed to be the most sincere blessing for this international wedding in the United States.
Everyone shouted in unison: "Cheers!" and then drank the wine in their glasses. The smiles on their faces became even brighter, as if they had already seen everyone's happy appearance at that romantic wedding in the United States.
After the meal, Lizhen originally invited Qiuyan to stay at their home, but Principal Zhang declined, "It's more convenient for us to stay in a hotel."
"Okay, then it's up to you guys. Let's get a room in this hotel. Wang Kun, go and help them get a room." Li Zhen saw that they were a little embarrassed, so she just let them do it.
"Aren't the rooms here too high-end? Let's go for something less expensive." Principal Zhang is a pragmatic person. He doesn't want Wang Kun and others to spend money on them.
"It doesn't matter. It doesn't cost much. Besides, we can't neglect our friends," Lizhen explained with a smile.
"Lizhen, this is some local specialties that my mother-in-law prepared for you. It's not much, but it's a little gift from my mother-in-law," Qiuyan said and handed the thing to Lizhen.
"Your mother-in-law is so polite. Please thank her for me. Bring your aunt here to play next time." Lizhen took the gift handed over by Qiuyan.
"Okay, we are tired today, you should rest early. Lizhen and I will go back." Wang Kun and Lizhen said goodbye to Qiuyan and went home.
Qiuyan watched Lizhen and Wang Kun walk away. The afterglow of the setting sun shone on them, outlining a warm but dazzling outline that Qiuyan found extremely dazzling. The breeze blew gently, blowing Lizhen's soft long hair. She held Wang Kun's arm intimately, and the two walked forward, talking and laughing, and their figures gradually merged into the orange-red sunset.
Qiuyan felt a sudden soreness in her throat, an indescribable feeling spreading in her heart, so sour that her eyes turned slightly red. Her eyes followed the two figures that were gradually moving away, as if she was trapped in a vortex of memories.
Her thoughts suddenly drifted back to the past, when she and Wang Kun were so close. She remembered one time, they went to the beach to watch the sunrise together. It was a quiet morning, and the waves gently hit the beach, making a rhythmic sound.
They walked hand in hand slowly along the coastline. The soft sand under their feet left a series of deep and shallow footprints with every step. Wang Kun turned his head from time to time and smiled gently at Qiuyan. That smile was like the morning sunshine, warm and bright.
As the sun slowly rose, the golden light sprinkled on the sea, sparkling and beautiful. Wang Kun gently embraced Qiuyan in his arms and whispered in her ear: "Qiuyan, I will always be with you to see all the beautiful scenery in the world." At that moment, Qiuyan felt that she was the happiest person in the world. She leaned tightly in Wang Kun's arms, feeling his heartbeat, as if the whole world was left with only the two of them.
Another time, Qiuyan was sick and bedridden, and Wang Kun was so worried that he ran all over the city to find a cake from Qiuyan's favorite dessert shop.
When he appeared breathlessly in front of Qiuyan's bed and handed her the still slightly warm cake, Qiuyan was moved to tears. Wang Kun sat by the bed, feeding Qiuyan with a spoonful of cake, and constantly told her to get better soon.
However, those beautiful memories have now been shattered like a dream bubble. Qiuyan looked at the backs of Lizhen and Wang Kun, whom she would never see again, and her eyes were red.
"Yanzi, let's go to the room." Qiuyan heard Principal Zhang calling her, and then she reacted. She immediately forced back her tears, because she was afraid that Principal Zhang would see her...