SM Married Life
Translation by: Bull Bull
Writer: Lin Cai (Taiwan)
SM Notebook - Married Life (Part 6)
Xiang-Zhe had to leave for Hong Kong to discuss the proposed joint venture between MBS and Hong Kong TV. The meeting would stretch for 2 days.
“You really can’t join me?” Xiang-Zhe asked while tying his tie, he just couldn’t bear the thought of being apart.
Sun-Mei gave him an impatient glare in the dressing table mirror, “Xue zhang, that’s the third time you have asked; I would like to tag along but I have got work to do. Furthermore, I am scheduled to read the news this week.”
“Well, the newscaster has some unexpected urgent matters to settle, of course they can have a temporary replacement. You can even ask Yong-Xi.” He persuaded again, not giving up easily.
“But you know the trip isn’t unexpected nor important but rather a vacation, what would others think?” Sun-Mei reminded him, hoping he would stop.
“Not important to you? But it is to me!” Xiang-Zhe massaged her shoulders tenderly, giving his best shot to change her mind.
“Not a word more!xue zhang, you don’t have the air of xue zhang anymore.” She smiled at him, knowing that one more word from him and she would give in to his temptation.
Sun-Mei is right, it is difficult to handle one’s position well by abiding to one’s principle. Love does make people lose their judgment!
Sitting by the window, Sun-Mei looked out to the starry sky! Even though she didn’t voice it out, she actually couldn’t stand the lonely moments without Xiang-Zhe. Realized suddenly how she has missed his presence, wishing that he was there! Xue zhang!I miss you so!really miss you! Suddenly, the ringing tone of the phone disrupted her thoughts. It must be xue zhang! Sun-Mei picked it up iUmmediately.
Calling Sun-Mei was the first thing Xiang-Zhe did when he returned to the hotel after the meetings.
“Everything alright? Have you secured all doors and windows?” He couldn’t help worrying for her at the thought of not being there to protect her.
“Yes, I have! Even the amour has been worn, very safe now!” Sun-Mei assured him by easing the tension from his voice.
Xiang-Zhe laughed at her prompt remarks, still so cheeky as Sun-Mei’s sweet voice being transmitted over the phone.
“How are things on your side? The meetings went well?” He felt warmth from her concerned tone.
“En, been smooth sailing!” The only unhappy thing was having to sleep without her tonight as he sighed in his heart.
“So you must be feeling great, have you been dating any girls secretly? Heard that Hong Kong girls are very pretty.” She teased him deliberately.
“Umm, that’s right!! Grab anyone from the road and she can be prettier than you!” He joked with her, wondered if she would get jealous.
“Huh? Aren’t you glad that I didn’t tag along?” She yelled back.
Xiang-Zhe laughed reluctantly, hating himself for not pulling her along instead of just persuading her. He just doesn’t like the feeling of missing her; he wanted to be with her at all times of the day. “What were you doing before I call?” What was she doing? Was she thinking of me too?
“I was watching the stars!” She paused!”What about you? What were you doing?”
“I was thinking of you!” He spoke softly into the phone!”really miss you!”
“So do I!” Sun-Mei answered in a lower tone.
At her saddened tone, Xiang-Zhe wanted to fly back this very instant to be by her side. The feeling of loneliness was too much to bear!
“Xue zhang, can you see the stars at your side?” Sun-Mei asked suddenly, bringing life to her voice again.
Xiang-Zhe hadn’t the heart to do other things. Gradually he picked up the phone and walked slowly towards the balcony, “Yap! The night sky is filled with stars!”
“Aren’t they beautiful?” Her voice suddenly sound contented.
“Ummm!”
“Xue zhang, did you see the brightest star in the center?” She continued.
Xiang-Zhe looked up and searched, finally, “Yes, I saw it!”
Sun-Mei beamed with happiness, “If xue zhang could see the same star, wouldn’t it mean that we aren’t too far apart?” The thought relieved her sadness!
She never failed to take away his sorrow!From her perspective to analyze the world, everything seemed much more beautiful and worthwhile! With her around, the world just wasn’t the same anymore!
After hanging up reluctantly, Xiang-Zhe continued standing at the balcony, the night view of brightly-lit Hong Kong is stunning, except Sun-Mei’s absence make “The Pearl of Harbour” appeared darker! Once again, he glanced up in search of the brightest star!! really miss her!.this long, lonely night! passing slowly..!.
In order to surprise Xiang-Zhe, Sun-Mei left for the airport right after work in a cab. She kept a sharp lookout for him at the arrival area, wanting xue zhang to notice her at first glance! The anticipation is unbearing!
Xiang-Zhe hasn’t disappointed her, he caught her sight once past of the gate. Merely two days away seems like two long years! He has missed her terribly and that sunshine smile!
“Surprised?” Sun-Mei ran forward and grabbed his forearms with two hands, not wanting to let go.
He stopped his pace and looked down at her, “Miss me that much huh?”
“Umm!!” She nodded her head forcefully, “!Miss xue zhang’s BBQ pork rice!”
Xiang-Zhe laughed out whole-heartedly, coming home sure feels good!
“Is that present for me?” She pointed to the uniquely wrapped package.
Yes! He loves buying presents for her, just to see that sweet expression while unwrapping. Even a small simple gift can bring such pleasure to her. “No, who said it is for you? That’s for the beautiful vixien at home!” He chuckled.
Sun-Mei laughed even louder, “Does that mean I get presents every time you travel? Umm, then the more xue zhang should travel!” His return is definitely a good thing, she didn’t bother to conceal her contentment.
“Such a heartless woman!” Xiang-Zhe sneered at her remarks. Nevertheless, she has captured my heart!
“Now then you realized that?” She looked mischievously at him and shook his arm, “!it’s too late now!”
She sneaked in between the trolley and him as they pushed the trolley together, gradually towards the car park. Their laughter never fail to fill their surrounding with joy and envy!