Chapter 910 Mutual Gift
Driving into Huaner Street, the blue sports car increased the speed, like Kuafu chasing the sun, all the way east.
At around 5:40, the blue sports car arrived at Odaiba Seaside Park in Tokyo Bay.
Odaiba began in the Edo period (1603-1867) and was originally a fortress island to protect Edo.
But after entering modern times, the artificial island gathered the Fuji TV building, telecommunications center, Tokyo International Exhibition Center and other buildings, and gradually developed into a multi-functional island.
Swimming is prohibited here, but water sports such as windsurfing are allowed.
There is also a cruise ship dock for sea sightseeing, and you can take a boat trip to Tokyo Bay.
Especially while walking along the beach, you can also see the Edo Period ruins in "Odaiba Park".
It’s just that this year has just arrived, 1985.
Whether it is the Tokyo Rainbow Bridge, or the 12.5-meter-high replica of the Statue of Liberty as a memorial to the "Japanese Year of France", or even the world's tallest 115-meter-high replica Ferris wheel.
These landmark buildings and excellent scenery that will be praised by tourists in the future are not available at this time, which reduces the entertainment here a lot.
As for the corresponding benefits, it is not without them.
As the sunset approaches, there are fewer lingering tourists here.
After Matsumoto Keiko found a place to park the car, she and Ning Weimin walked along the coast to the beach.
As they turned their backs to the setting sun, reflecting the sunset, they gradually walked farther along the coast, walking forward like a shadow.
It’s easy to find secluded spots with few tourists.
And under the effect of backlighting, no one except Ning Weimin could see Matsumoto Keiko's face clearly.
This allows them to watch the sunset in such a public place. It is rare for them to enjoy the world of two people without any interference and watch the changes in the beautiful scenery like ordinary people.
It’s approaching six o’clock, and the sun has turned into a fiery red ball.
The rays of rays of light, like a splash of paint, are scattered on the sea, and also on the sky and clouds.
I have to say that nature is really the best painter, and the naturally smudged clouds are the most appropriate brushstrokes.
God miraculously turns the sky into a colorful canvas, paving the way for the upcoming sunset.
“It’s so beautiful, and there are only two of us here.”
Infected by the beautiful scenery, Keiko Matsumoto couldn’t help but sigh softly.
“It’s not just the two of us.” Ning Weimin said meaningfully.
"Is there anyone else?"
Matsumoto Keiko subconsciously looked around behind her, but when she turned around she was still confused.
"I didn't see anyone..."
"The buildings and lights behind, as well as the sunset in front, are all quietly accompanying us."< br>
Only then did Matsumoto Keiko understand what Ning Weimin was referring to, and couldn't help but agree.
"Yes, yes, I forgot. You are right. In this world, there are very few people who can accompany us so quietly without saying a word."
Matsumoto Keiko then expressed To appreciate.
"I think... you are quite romantic."
But Ning Weimin denied it with a smile.
“I’m not a romantic.”
"Why?"
"Because romance is unpredictable, breaking the rules and leaving no trace. And I lack this ability... For example, cicadas sing in the trees, crickets sing in the stones, Grasshoppers sing in the grass, bees sing in the flowers, these are common sense things, so they are not romantic. On the other hand... if cicadas sing in the grass, crickets sing in the trees, and grasshoppers sing in the flowers. Singing, bees singing in stones, this is romance...I am not that kind of person. In fact, I am very planned in doing things. I like to plan in advance."
"It's so interesting, how do you do it. Did you come up with it? "
"Maybe this is the inspiration of Sunset, or... it can also be said that it is your inspiration. Because to be honest, if we judge it according to the definition of romance, then in my life. The most romantic thing right now is actually meeting you..."
Matsumoto Keiko lowered her head and smiled shyly, but she felt uncontrollably satisfied because of Ning Weimin's words.
She could tell that Ning Weimin's praise was full of sincerity and came from his heart.
It is said that it is not romantic, but in fact it is the most romantic.
She needs praise too.
That is the air that she relies on to survive, and it is the basis for her to stand in the world.
Although she has achieved certain achievements, she is well known to the public in Japan and is even known as the first-line star of "Japan's most beautiful woman".
No matter what kind of flattery, she has almost heard it.
But a woman always needs praise from the man she loves.
No matter how many times you listen to it, you will never tire of hearing it.
"You know so much, and you are a talented and talented person. I believe... you will succeed in whatever you do."
Matsumoto Keiko said this words to respond to Ning Weimin's praise.
However, just like before, Ning Weimin immediately became humble, and the degree seemed to be a bit too much.
"No, no, Miss Qingzi, you are too generous. In fact, I am a shallow person. I don't know or understand many things. It should be said that I am very ignorant."
< br>So much so that Matsumoto Keiko was a little stunned for a moment, wondering if she had just said the wrong thing.
"Don't look at me like that, I didn't lie to you."
Ning Weimin continued, "Really, I don't know why Westerners haven't evolved well? After hundreds of thousands of years, their body hair is still so heavy. Also, why do the Japanese like sumo wrestling and baseball so much? How many truths do the politicians say in the news programs we watch every day? Women are always stronger than men? Orientals like the moon, so why do Westerners prefer stars? ...You see, there are so many things I don’t know.”
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Ning Weimin expressed these doubts seriously.
But the more serious he was, the more he made Keiko Matsumoto laugh, and the more he felt humorous.
“I don’t know what you are talking about.”
At this moment, Matsumoto Keiko suddenly remembered something important.
She quickly opened her purse and took out a white box from inside.
Inside the box is the Cartier watch she just selected for Ning Weimin today.
"I almost forgot, you should use this thing..."
As she spoke, she eagerly handed the box to Ning Weimin, and her voice became more intimate.
"Open it and take a look, do you like it?"
But Ning Weimin did not take it immediately.
Because he only glanced at the logo on the box and made a pretty good guess about what was inside.
I was a little surprised.
"This... is too expensive..."
"It's just a watch, don't care about the price. I bought it for you based on your needs. Take it and wear it on your wrist It will be easier to check the time."
"This..." Ning Weimin was speechless.
He realized that it was probably seeing him taking out a watch from his arms to check the time that prompted Matsumoto Keiko to have such an idea.
Actually, there is a misunderstanding on this matter.
Because his watch is an Omega, not a cheap one.
As for the fact that his watch chain was broken but was not repaired in Japan, it was also because he planned to return to the capital in early January.
You know, Japanese New Year and Obon are the two longest festivals in Japan.
He was left here alone for nearly a week with nothing to do, so why bother?
Besides, in the capital, a problem that can be solved with a few dozen yuan, why do we have to pay the Japanese an IQ tax of 20,000 to 30,000 yuan?
No matter how rich he is, he can't spend it like this.
As a result, in the eyes of Matsumoto Keiko, his temporary dealing with it became evidence of financial distress.
What is even more embarrassing is that it is probably because he is too plainly dressed.
The clothes I wore in Japan didn’t have any famous brands except the two Pierre Cardon suits I brought with me.
Even the socks cost 490 yen a dozen, and you just throw them away after wearing them. There is no need to wash them at all.
So even though he was using such an arrogant gold lighter, no one thought it was genuine.
For example, after Yujiro Sakai became familiar with him, he kindly reminded him that it was best not to use such a dazzling lighter.
Because of this pure gold and gold-plated style, Japanese people will know at a glance that it is an imitation of British Dunhill or French Dupont.
And those high-end imported goods are often used by people like presidents and presidents.
So taking out such a lighter to use it is easy to make people laugh.
It is better to just use a plastic lighter, which is cheaper and more convenient.
If you really want to be more sophisticated, use French rendition or Japanese Salome.
That is the brand commonly used by section chiefs and ministers.
Ning Weimin only found this advice funny, and it was not convenient to explain anything, so he only agreed at that time...
"What's wrong? Do you really mind so much? I promised to buy it for you last time. It’s a gift, and today is Thanksgiving in the West? Can’t I even give you a watch?”
But just when Ning Weimin was wandering, because he refused to reach out, Matsumoto Qingzi couldn't help but become worried, and her expression became a little lonely.
And this sentence finally made Ning Weimin wake up from his random memories.
He responded sharply, "No, no, I just didn't expect it to be such an expensive gift... Miss Qingzi, I'm interested." "As long as you like it, you're welcome."
"Thank you, I really can't express my gratitude..."
"Don't be polite. Can you put it on now? I want to see..."
Seeing Ning Weimin finally accepting the gift, he happily put the beautifully designed silver watch on his wrist.
It’s such a perfect match, like a match made in heaven.
Matsumoto Keiko suddenly felt an indescribable happiness and even a small sense of accomplishment.
This feeling was something she had rarely experienced in the past. It was a pleasure purely exclusive to women.
And this subtle but unparalleled pleasure was fresher and more exciting to her than anything else.
This taste can even make her glorious and graceful life dim for so many years.
In turn, for Ning Weimin, this gift seemed to be a key turning point.
If in the past his personal emotions were just a blur of muddy water.
If he has been hesitant in it and has no idea what he can fish out of the water.
So at this time he could already see something, and it seemed that he had discovered a treasure hidden in the muddy water.
To be honest, Ning Weimin did not expect that these details about himself would be remembered by Matsumoto Keiko.
Although he knows that this is a woman's habit and instinct.
Women always have an amazing memory to remember the few words a man said unintentionally.
But usually, women will remember it out of self-interest.
What’s more, Matsumoto Keiko is not an ordinary woman. Her career is destined to mean that the things she needs to consider will not be as common as ordinary women.
In this case, there is no need to say more about what it means that Matsumoto Kei can give himself such a gift.
Of course Ning Weimin is happy.
But I don't want to accept this gift for nothing, and I also want to give something in return. As the saying goes, it is rude to come back without reciprocating.
Luckily, he happened to have something in his bag that could be used as a return gift.
It just doesn’t have a pleasing packaging.
In addition, he is also a little worried that the Japanese may not understand the value of this thing and feel its beauty.
But he thought about it and thought that he should still treat others with sincerity.
It would be so unlike a man to care about a woman who cares about him so much.
He opened his wallet and took out an old, dark wooden box.
He also handed over the box just like Matsumoto Keiko did just now.
"I also prepared a gift for you..."
Of course this surprised Matsumoto Keiko. She didn't expect that Ning Weimin would be prepared. You can receive gifts in return.
I was even a little flattered when I took the box.
"Yeah? Did you give it to me? Did you buy me a gift too?"
Of course Ning Weimin had to follow suit.
"Yes, I thought it was suitable for you so I bought it. I don't know if you like it..."
"What is it?"
"You will know when you open it..."
Matsumoto Keiko opened the wooden box with curiosity and eagerness, and a jade bracelet as white as mutton fat came into view.
The most rare thing is that this bracelet not only has a good jade color and almost no flaws, but also has a traditional hinged style.
The capital also calls this craft "twist twist". The craftsmanship is so ingenious that it is even more exquisite and translucent.
After being stunned for a while, Matsumoto Keiko said, "Is this...a bracelet? Is it made of jade?"
"Yes. To be precise, it is Hetian jade, and this bracelet is from the Qing Dynasty, nearly two hundred years ago. I accidentally found it in the flea market in Tokyo."
Ning Weimin Explain in detail.
And this is actually the reason why he was almost late for today's date.
Originally, he went to the flea market to buy some cheap furniture.
He doesn't like and isn't used to tatami mats. He wants to get a square table, coffee table, small sofa or small bench.
Unexpectedly, I saw several treasures today that I couldn’t bear to miss.
In fact, in addition to this jade bracelet, he also found two pieces of Ru porcelain in the market that could not be distinguished from the Tang Dynasty or the Song Dynasty. One of them had a jade seal with the words "Le Shan Tang" from the Qing Palace.
As a result, all the cash he brought was left there, not even the money for the bus. He rushed to the hotel on his legs.
No way, I can’t buy old things with a credit card and I can’t pay my fare, there’s nothing I can do about it.
“What? Is it an antique? Then this thing must be expensive, right?”
"It's definitely not as expensive as the watch you gave me. I hope you don't mind it."
"How could it be? I like it very much..."
"You're not forcing it, right? To be honest, I I found that few Japanese wear bracelets, and few people like jade.”
Ning Weimin’s words are indeed correct.
In fact, it was precisely because of this that he was able to buy this bracelet for a bargain price of fifteen thousand yen, and the large sapphire seal for only seventy-three thousand yen.
The Japanese do not recognize this and value calligraphy and painting, porcelain, bronze and lacquerware more.
Porcelain like those two small bowls cost Ning Weimin 170,000 yen.
But this fact cannot be established here with Matsumoto Keiko.
She was indeed happy, and more fully realized the "romance" that Ning Weimin just said.
This can be seen from her actions. She took out the bracelet happily, as carefully as touching a priceless gem.
"It's not forced at all, I want to put it on and try it on. Wait...what do you...think? Does it look good?"
Looking at Keiko Matsumoto, she felt a little clueless and relied purely on instinct. Ning Weimin's hands trembled slightly as he put the bracelet on his hands.
He subconsciously wanted to help, and even longed for it.
But he couldn't stretch out his hand, so he secretly grabbed a handful of air.
Fortunately Matsumoto Keiko put it on quickly.
Although she looked a little nervous, this exquisite bracelet, as white as mutton fat, perfectly matched her elegant wrist and fit her temperament, as if it was originally custom-made for her.
"Well, it looks good. No, it should be said that it is too beautiful. I knew it would suit you."
Ning Weimin said sincerely, and no one could express his affirmation with the tone he used. question.
"Then...let me see yours too."
Matsumoto Keiko pointed to Ning Weimin's wrist with a satisfied smile.
Ning Weimin immediately understood what she was thinking, and stretched out his left arm in front of Matsumoto Keiko, placing it in the light of the setting sun.
The two of them were like children at this time, smiling shyly and staring at each other, their eyes full of complicated emotions.
In the soft glow of the glow, they were very close.
He looked at her, at that exquisite and charming face.
Look at her elegant wrist with a jade bracelet.
She also looked at him, at his handsome yet masculine face, and at his young wrist with a new watch.
At this moment, the setting sun was almost hanging in front of their eyes.
But they had no time to care about it. They only felt that everything around them had fallen silent, very quiet.
Ning Weimin could hear Matsumoto Keiko's heartbeat, which was a heartbeat that had lost its usual rhythm and proper rhythm.
He also smelled the fragrance of Matsumoto Keiko's hair. It didn't seem to be shampoo, maybe it was perfume?
And the light blue veins on the neck.
Perhaps it is the subtle beating that spreads the fragrance that penetrates into the pores, mixing it with the smell of the skin?
Matsumoto Keiko also heard the beating sound, which was the beating of the hands of the watch on the dial.
At first, like water droplets in a stalactite cave, there was a soothing rhythm.
Then it became more and more anxious, more and more chaotic, and more and more out of control.
Then, she seemed to hear the beating of the veins on the young man's wrist...
Just like that, the sunset disappeared silently when they only noticed each other.
If they could take a closer look, they would find a huge red fruit falling from the sky and slowly rolling down from the clouds.
In no more than ten seconds at most, it disappeared and fell into the sea.
At the same time, extremely brilliant pulp and juice burst out, dyeing half of the sky red in an instant.
(End of this chapter)