Chapter 132 Zhenni Returns
In the afternoon, the sun shines on every corner of Beihai Park, and the breeze blows gently, bringing a hint of coolness.

At this time, Liu Zhiye arrived here as promised, his heart full of anticipation for a long-awaited reunion.

The weather seems to be particularly good today, with bright sunshine and gentle breeze. This kind of weather is very suitable for outdoor walks.

The capital city has experienced the coldest winter in the past few years. On the first and second days of the Chinese New Year, the temperature reached minus 17 degrees Celsius, which made people sigh at the power of winter.

However, it is gratifying that this long winter is finally over and people are about to usher in the spring season with warm weather and blooming flowers.

As the weather gets warmer, people who have been staying in small houses for a whole winter are starting to get restless and can't help wanting to go out and have fun.

The ice has melted, the flowers have bloomed, the grass has turned green, the birds are singing, and Beihai Park is full of life.

Mountain peach blossoms reflect the white pagoda, winter jasmine flowers are in full bloom, dogwood and willow trees sway in the wind, wild ducks and mandarin ducks walk on the waves... Citizens and tourists also travel together, creating a scene full of spring.

Liu Zhiye walked leisurely and came to Shuanghongxie Tea Garden on the island in the middle of the lake.

He ordered a pot of fragrant jasmine tea and a plate of dim sum, and then waited quietly for Jenny to arrive.

The atmosphere here is quiet and peaceful, making people feel happy and as if they are in a paradise.

At this moment, he had nothing to do, and perhaps because he was in a good mood, he began to appreciate the scenery by the lake.

"Don't go out on the 19th and 29th day. Walk on the ice on the 39th and 49th day. Look at the willows along the river on the 59th and 69th day. The river blooms on the 79th day. The swallows come on the 89th day. The 99th day returns to the 19th day. Plowing oxen walk everywhere."

Although it is only late March, the grass on the ground has already sprouted out of the ground, vying to show its new green. The flowers on the trees that have not bloomed are also in bud, ready to welcome the beauty of spring at any time.

The birds in the woods are calling from time to time, and the bird-loving old people are accompanying them with various wonderful music such as Hulusi, flute, accordion, etc. It seems like a song sung by nature, beautiful and pleasant, with lingering sound.

The willow trees by the lake in the park are sprouting new green leaves, swaying with the spring breeze, and complementing the white pagoda. The willow trees in spring are more gentle than flowers.

Suddenly, Liu Zhiye felt a subtle feeling coming quietly, as if someone was approaching slowly with light steps.

He turned back curiously, and saw Jenny walking towards him. Her graceful figure and picturesque face were like a flowing scroll, intoxicating.

"Zhen Ni! Look here!" Liu Zhiye waved with a smile, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

In fact, Zhen Ni had already noticed Liu Zhiye's presence, and thought to herself: Why not just walk over quietly and give him a surprise, maybe I can give him a good scare.

However, what she didn't expect was that this man was so alert, as if he could keenly perceive any movement around him.

Zhenni couldn't help but secretly admire in her heart that the man in front of her was indeed a veteran scout. His keen perception and unique observation skills were truly amazing.

"Liu Zhiye! I really admire you. Is your nose a dog's? You can smell my smell from such a long distance away?" She pouted and pretended to be unhappy.

Upon hearing this, Liu Zhiye looked at her with great joy and said with a smile: "Zhen Ni! Long time no see! I miss you so much. How have you been recently?" He then asked with concern.

After Zhen Ni sat down, her expression instantly became serious.

"Liu Zhiye! What do you mean?" she asked, with a hint of anger in her voice.

"Let me ask you, do you really care about me or are you just pretending to flatter me?" She asked back coldly, looking straight at him as if she wanted to see through his heart.

Liu Zhiye was a little puzzled and said, "Of course I'm sincere. Why do you say that?"

When Zhenni heard him say that, she became even more angry. She then asked, "Aren't you just practicing your words? Since you were discharged from the hospital, you said you were fine, and then you disappeared without a trace!"

Zhen Ni's tone was full of dissatisfaction and doubt, as if she was questioning Liu Zhiye's sincerity and attitude.

When Liu Zhiye heard her say that, he felt very aggrieved and said, "That's not right. I have called your office many times, hoping to get in touch with you, but every time I got the response that you haven't returned yet. By the way, didn't I leave you my contact number? Why did you contact me only today?"

Zhen Ni was also stunned when she heard what Liu Zhiye said. She asked in surprise: "What? You actually left me your contact number? I didn't know that at all! If I hadn't asked Sister Ren after returning to China, I wouldn't have gotten your contact information." Her words were full of surprise and confusion, and it was obvious that she was very surprised. Liu Zhiye blinked his deep eyes and said seriously: "That's true. Not long after you went to the army, I got a job. At that time, I gave you the office phone number and left my contact information. Didn't your colleagues tell you?"

Zhenni now believed Liu Zhiye's words without a doubt, because she knew Liu Zhiye well and he would never lie. However, she couldn't help but wonder why no one had told her about this before?

At this moment, she suddenly had an idea and thought of a possibility. She hurriedly asked, "Zhiye, was the person who answered your call a man or a woman?" She began to speculate whether someone deliberately concealed the truth or misled her.

Liu Zhiye squinted his eyes and thought about it. The people who answered his call were both men and women. But he was sure that it was a young man who answered the call and said he would help to convey the message.

"It was one of your male colleagues who answered the phone. Judging from his voice, he seemed quite young."

When Zhenni heard this, her face instantly turned angry. She understood that this was the annoying Song Ziwen.

There were few male colleagues but many female colleagues in their office, and the only young male colleague was T.V. Soong.

This guy has been pursuing Jenny, but she has never liked him. She is also false to him. What an annoying guy!

It would be a miracle if Song Ziwen could help pass the message. He wished all men would stay away from Jenny.

"Bah!" What a despicable act, despicable indeed.

After thinking about this, Zhenni finally put aside her doubts. It turned out that all this was deliberately caused by someone, and Liu Zhiye was not to blame.

After figuring it all out, the haze in her heart gradually dissipated, replaced by relief and ease.

At this time, Liu Zhiye asked with a curious look: "I heard that you just returned to China, what's going on?" His tone was full of confusion and concern, as if he was a little surprised by this sudden news.

Zhen Ni pondered for a moment after hearing this, and then slowly said: "More than a month after I joined the army, my family arranged for me to go to the Soviet Union for study and training. I wanted to say goodbye to you, but you disappeared without a trace. During this period, I also participated in..."

"After the support to our brother country ended, I returned home with the team. I wanted to contact you again, but I had no way to get in touch with you. I had no choice but to find Sister Ren..."

Liu Zhiye finally understood why he had been unable to get in touch with Zhen Ni despite several attempts.

He thought dejectedly that it was just as well this way. He had never expected to have any interaction with her, and cutting off contact was just what he wanted.

But the fact turned out not to be like this, it was really fate.

Liu Zhiye looked at Jenny, with unspeakable emotions in his eyes. He gritted his teeth and said softly, "Jenny, I'm married, did you know?" There was a hint of helplessness and heaviness in his voice, as if it was a cruel teasing of fate.

"Boom!"

When Zhen Ni heard this, it was as if a thunder exploded in her ears, and she was instantly stunned.

She couldn't believe her ears and asked anxiously, "Zhiye! What did you just say? Are you married?" This news was like a cold wind, making her uneasy.

Seeing this, Liu Zhiye couldn't help but feel an indescribable feeling of pity in his heart.

However, he still nodded firmly, as if demonstrating some kind of determination with his actions.

He knew very well that he had to cut the Gordian knot and tell Jenny the truth as soon as possible to prevent her from getting stuck in it.

Zhen Ni's heart was completely cold, and endless sorrow surged in her mind; she wanted to say something but stopped herself, and finally said with difficulty, feeling helpless and heavy, "Why Zhiye, don't you really understand how I feel about you?" Her voice was full of resentment and expectation, which deeply hurt his heart.

Liu Zhiye watched Zhenni's tears falling like beads from a broken string, and his heart couldn't help but ached.

He sat there silently, feeling mixed emotions, unable to give her any substantial help.

(End of this chapter)