My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1320 Expectation

His rough hands are covered with calluses, which are the marks left by time and labor.

Zhou Xing's life is simple and boring. He gets up before dawn every day and rushes to various construction sites with his fellow workers. He carries bricks, unloads goods, mixes cement, and builds scaffolds. He repeats each action countless times until night falls, when he drags his tired body back to the simple shed. However, there is always a firmness in his eyes, which is his persistence and responsibility for life.

On the other side of the city, Ling Xue is standing in a spacious and bright office, with a series of exquisite architectural design drawings displayed on the computer screen in front of her. She is wearing a well-cut white shirt and black straight pants, with exquisite makeup and neat short hair, and her every move shows professionalism and elegance. As a highly regarded young architect, Ling Xue graduated from the Department of Architecture of a well-known university. With her extraordinary talent and keen artistic perception, she has made a name for herself in the architectural world.

Her design works combine modern aesthetics with environmental protection concepts, focusing on the harmonious coexistence of space and nature. Every building she designs is like a work of art, carrying her love and pursuit of architecture. However, despite her thriving career, Ling Xue often feels a little lonely in her heart. In the world of reinforced concrete, she longs to find a sincere emotion, someone who can understand her pure love for architecture deep in her heart.

The gears of fate began to turn by chance. It was a sunny weekend, and Ling Xue was invited by a friend to attend an outdoor art exhibition. The exhibition venue was located in an old factory park that was being renovated. It was originally dilapidated, but with the efforts of a group of artists and designers, it gradually regained new vitality. Ling Xue strolled in the park, admiring each creative work of art, and feeling the sparks of the collision between art and industrial civilization.

When she walked to a temporary viewing platform, she looked down and saw a group of construction workers busy at work. They operated the tools in their hands skillfully and cooperated tacitly, as if they were playing a silent labor movement. Among the crowd, Zhou Xing's figure caught Ling Xue's attention. He was concentrating on building a wall, and each brick was placed just right. His serious look made Ling Xue respect him.

At that moment, time seemed to freeze. Ling Xue looked at Zhou Xing quietly, with an inexplicable feeling in her heart. Perhaps it was his simplicity and diligence, or perhaps it was his concentration and love for work, that touched a chord deep in her heart. Zhou Xing also seemed to realize that someone was watching him. He raised his head, and the moment his eyes met Ling Xue's, they were both slightly startled.

Since then, Ling Xue often came to this old factory park in her spare time, found a quiet corner to sit down, and watched Zhou Xing work from a distance. Zhou Xing also inadvertently discovered Ling Xue's existence. Every time he saw her gentle eyes, a ripple would appear in his heart. Gradually, there seemed to be an invisible tacit understanding between the two. Although they didn't say a word, they could feel the warmth and strength brought to them by each other's existence.

Finally one day, Zhou Xing mustered up the courage to walk towards Ling Xue. He stood aside a little nervously, rubbing the corners of his clothes unconsciously with his hands. Ling Xue raised her head and looked at him with a smile, with a hint of expectation in her eyes.

"Hello, my name is Zhou Xing." Zhou Xing broke the silence first.

"I know, my name is Ling Xue." Ling Xue's voice was as clear and sweet as a silver bell.

The two smiled at each other, and the atmosphere suddenly became relaxed. They began to talk about architecture, their lives and dreams. Zhou Xing told Ling Xue about his experience on the construction site, the hardships and challenges, and the sense of accomplishment after completing each task. Ling Xue shared her design concepts and creative inspirations with Zhou Xing, and her eyes sparkled with her infinite love for architectural art.

"I have always admired you construction workers. It is you who turn the designer's drawings into reality with your own hands." Ling Xue said sincerely.

"In fact, we can't do without you designers. Without your creativity and planning, we are just working blindly." Zhou Xing responded with a simple smile.

This exchange brought the two closer together. Since then, they began to meet frequently, strolling through the streets and alleys of the city together, admiring the buildings of different styles, and discussing the charm and value of architectural art together. Their feelings for each other also quietly warmed up unknowingly.

However, the road to love is not smooth. When Zhou Xing's co-workers learned that he was dating an architect, they all looked at him strangely. In their eyes, construction workers and architects are two completely different worlds, and they are not a good match. They are worried that Zhou Xing will fall into an unrealistic relationship and get hurt.

"Zhou Xing, you are a good guy, but that girl is an architect. She is of high level and not the same kind as us." An elderly worker advised earnestly.

Zhou Xing was very conflicted after hearing what his coworkers said. He knew that he was just an ordinary construction worker, without a high degree or a strong background, while Ling Xue was so outstanding. He was afraid that he could not give her happiness, and that this relationship would eventually end in failure because of the gap in reality.

At the same time, Ling Xue's parents also learned about her relationship with Zhou Xing. They strongly opposed the two being together. Ling Xue's father is a successful entrepreneur. He believes that his daughter should find a man who is well-matched, knowledgeable and well-educated. In his opinion, Zhou Xing is just a construction worker who sells his physical labor and cannot give his daughter a stable life and a good family environment.

"Xue'er, you can't be so emotional. We are all doing this for your own good. How can you be happy in the future if you are with a construction worker?" The mother said to Ling Xue anxiously.

Faced with opposition from family and friends, Ling Xue fell into a deep contradiction. She loved Zhou Xing, loved his kindness, hard work and positive attitude towards life, but she also didn't want to hurt her family's hearts. On one side was the person she loved deeply, and on the other side was the bondage of family affection, she didn't know how to choose. Under tremendous pressure, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's relationship faced a severe test for the first time. The two began to quarrel frequently, and every quarrel was like a cut in their hearts. Zhou Xing felt that Ling Xue did not understand his difficulties, and was going to give up their feelings just for the opinions of his family; while Ling Xue felt that Zhou Xing was not brave enough, did not dare to face the difficulties of reality, and wanted to evade responsibility.

In the prosperous Qingping Town, there is a famous constable named Zhou Xing. With a sturdy figure and sharp eyes like an eagle, he can always bring cunning criminals to justice with his extraordinary martial arts and keen observation. Whether it is the streets during the day or the alleys at night, as long as he is there, the people feel at ease.

In this vast land of the dynasty, the Ministry of Justice is famous, and its chief judge Ling Xue is even more legendary. She has a cold face but is as beautiful as ice. Her red robe flutters in the wind, like a flame of justice. Wherever she goes, the treacherous and evil are terrified. She holds a long sword with a cold light. She never shows mercy under the blade. Her sharp sword skills seem to be able to cut through all the darkness in the world.

Although Zhou Xing is only a small town constable, he cares about the world and wants to seek greater peace for the people. One day, a mysterious old man came to Qingping Town. He had a deep look in his eyes and exuded an extraordinary aura. The old man stopped at the tavern in the town and chatted with Zhou Xing inadvertently. The old man mentioned a valley in the distance. It is said that there is a secret map about the situation in the world hidden there. This map has been coveted by an evil force for a long time. Once it falls into their hands, it will surely bring disaster to the people.

Zhou Xing's heart was burning with passion. He knew that this matter was of great importance. Although he knew that his influence was insignificant, he still decided to go and explore. He followed the vague direction pointed by the old man and embarked on an unknown journey. Along the way, he slept in the open air and experienced hardships. He relied on his wisdom and courage to escape danger several times.

In a deep forest, Zhou Xing encountered a group of bandits. These bandits had ferocious faces, holding sharp blades, staring at him with eager eyes. Zhou Xing showed no fear, drew his sword, and with the flash of the sword, he started a life-and-death fight with the bandits. Although his swordsmanship was not as profound as Ling Xue's, he was more flexible and varied, and for a while he was not at a disadvantage. Just when he was gradually feeling exhausted, a red shadow streaked across the sky like a meteor, and Ling Xue appeared.

Ling Xue's appearance was like a god descending from heaven. She waved her sword, and the sword energy was so strong that the bandits were instantly frightened. Seeing that the situation was not good, the bandits fled in panic. Zhou Xing looked at Ling Xue, his savior, with gratitude and admiration in his heart. Ling Xue looked at Zhou Xing with cold eyes and asked, "Why are you here? This mountain is full of dangers, and it is not a place for you to come." Zhou Xing told Ling Xue about his mission in detail. Ling Xue was slightly moved. She knew the importance of the map and Zhou Xing's sincerity.

"I'll go with you." Ling Xue said simply. In this way, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue traveled together, heading towards the mysterious valley. During the journey, they supported each other and faced various difficulties and obstacles together. Once, they had to cross a turbulent river with surging water and undercurrents. Zhou Xing was the first to go into the water to explore the way, but was almost knocked down by the strong current. Seeing this, Ling Xue flew into the river. She held Zhou Xing's hand tightly, used her inner strength to stabilize her body, and the two of them worked together to overcome this difficulty.

As they get to know each other better, Zhou Xing finds that Ling Xue seems indifferent, but in fact she has a warm heart. Her persistence in justice and her care for the people deeply move Zhou Xing. Ling Xue is also attracted by Zhou Xing's courage, kindness and optimism during their interactions. Their feelings grow quietly during this long journey, like wild flowers blooming silently by the roadside, not gorgeous but tenacious and lasting.

Finally, they arrived at the legendary valley. The valley was filled with strange fog, eerie and terrifying. Zhou Xing and Ling Xue walked forward cautiously, and suddenly, a melodious flute sound came. The flute sound was gentle and ethereal, but it also revealed an indescribable evil spirit. They walked cautiously in the direction of the flute sound and found a man in a black robe. The man had a pale face and sinister eyes. When he saw Zhou Xing and Ling Xue, he showed a cold smile.

"You are finally here. I am determined to get this map." The man sneered. Zhou Xing shouted angrily: "You evil thief, don't even think about succeeding!" After that, he and Ling Xue attacked the man together. The man was very skilled. The magic flute in his hand could not only play confusing music, but also turn into a sharp blade to attack. The battle fell into a stalemate. Zhou Xing and Ling Xue cooperated closely. The sparks from the collision between their swords and the other magic flute flashed in the mist.

In the fierce battle, Zhou Xing found a flaw in the man and signaled Ling Xue with his eyes. Ling Xue understood and pretended to retreat, leading the man to chase. Just when the man was proud, Zhou Xing suddenly attacked from the side and stabbed the man with a sword. The man was unable to dodge and was seriously injured. But at this critical moment, the man's accomplices who had been hiding in the dark suddenly appeared, holding various weapons and surrounded Zhou Xing and Ling Xue.

Zhou Xing and Ling Xue stood back to back, facing many enemies without any fear. Zhou Xing clenched his sword tightly, his eyes determined: "Even if it costs our lives today, we must not let the map fall into their hands." Ling Xue was the same, her red robe fluttering in the wind, like a battle flag. They struggled to resist the enemy's attack, and their figures were like the spirit of war gods in the interweaving of swords and sword shadows.

Just as they were gradually exhausted, there was a sound of horse hooves in the distance. It turned out that the people of Qingping Town spontaneously organized themselves and came to support them with simple weapons such as farm tools. The appearance of the people gave Zhou Xing and Ling Xue great encouragement. Their morale was greatly boosted, and they worked together with the people to finally repel the evil bandits.

After this battle, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's relationship deepened. They found the secret map in the valley, and following the clues on the map, they discovered an ancient treasure. This treasure is not gold or silver, but a group of long-lost martial arts secrets and magic weapons. These treasures are of great help in improving the country's military strength.

Zhou Xing and Ling Xue handed over the treasure to the court, and the court rewarded them for their achievements. However, they did not become complacent. Zhou Xing returned to Qingping Town and continued to work as a constable, protecting the peace of the people. Ling Xue returned to the Ministry of Justice and continued to work hard to maintain the justice of the dynasty.

Although they were in different places, their hearts were always closely connected. On a quiet night, the moonlight sprinkled on the streets of Qingping Town. Zhou Xing stood at the entrance of the town, looking at the night sky in the distance, thinking of Ling Xue in his heart. Suddenly, a red shadow flashed by, and Ling Xue appeared in front of him.

"Zhou Xing, I have completed the task of the Criminal Division and came to meet you." Ling Xue said with a smile. Zhou Xing's face was full of surprise. He held Ling Xue's hand tightly: "Ling Xue, you are like a beam of light in my life, illuminating my way forward." Ling Xue snuggled in Zhou Xing's arms and said softly: "You are also my support in my heart. With you around, I have the courage to face everything."

From then on, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue shuttled back and forth between Qingping Town and the Ministry of Justice, and they continued to fight for justice and seek welfare for the people. Their love story spread among the people and became a good story among them.