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Jia Dongxu raised his eyebrows when he heard this, his face full of surprise: "You really confessed? This is a big deal! What did she say?"

Chen Rufeng smiled bitterly and shook his head: "She...she rejected me. She said she always regarded me as a friend and never considered any other feelings."

Jia Dongxu was stunned for a few seconds, then patted Chen Rufeng's shoulder heavily, with a helpless tone: "Oh, Lao Chen, you are too honest! I have known for a long time that you are interested in her, but your confession is too sudden. It is normal that she can't accept it for a while."

Chen Rufeng lowered his head and stopped talking, just letting the disappointment ferment in his heart. Seeing him like this, Jia Dongxu also put away his usual joking attitude and said seriously: "Old Chen, listen to me, feelings can't be forced. She can tell you clearly, which means she is a sincere person, which is better than those who are dragging their feet and being ambiguous. As a man, when you encounter such a thing, just grit your teeth and get through it."

Chen Rufeng knew that what Jia Dongxu said made sense, but at this moment he still felt powerless. He sighed, with a confused tone: "But I always feel that... we have so many things in common. Sometimes the way she looks at me really makes me think..."

Jia Dongxu understood what he meant, nodded, and said softly: "It may be that your relationship is too good, so good that you have an illusion. Sometimes women treat you as a friend, and the care and tenderness they show may cause you to misunderstand. Don't take it too seriously. After a while, you may feel that being friends is actually a kind of happiness."

Chen Rufeng nodded silently, but he still couldn't let it go. He looked at Jia Dongxu with some helplessness and pain in his eyes: "Dongxu, I understand the truth, but I just can't let it go. Every time I see her, I can't help but think, if I had tried a little harder at that time, would the result be different?"

Jia Dongxu was silent for a while, then said in a deep voice: "Old Chen, I understand how you feel now. You may not like some of my words, but I still have to say them. Love is not something that will necessarily bear fruit just by hard work. You have done what you should do, and that is enough. Now that she has given you a clear answer, we must learn to let go and not dwell on it."

Chen Rufeng knew that Jia Dongxu was right, but he still couldn't convince himself. He sighed and said, "You're right, Dongxu. I know what to do, but... it takes time."

Jia Dongxu smiled and patted his shoulder: "Yes, time is the best antidote. Besides, you still have our group of friends. If you feel really bad one day, come to me, we can have a few drinks and vent."

Chen Rufeng felt a little relieved after listening to Jia Dongxu's consolation. He knew that he couldn't sink because of this failed relationship, and life had to go on. He stood up, patted the dust off his clothes, and said to Jia Dongxu gratefully: "Thank you, Dongxu, your words today made me sober up a lot. I'll buy you a drink some other day, and we can have a good chat."

Jia Dongxu smiled and nodded: "Okay, I'm not polite. Lao Chen, don't let this little thing bring you down, let's live a good life and don't let those little love affairs affect the overall situation."

Chen Rufeng felt a little warmth and strength in his heart. He knew that Jia Dongxu was right. You can't force feelings. There are still many things in life that are worth cherishing and striving for. He can't lose his passion and hope for life because of a setback in his relationship.

After leaving the repair shop, Chen Rufeng returned to the store. Although he was still feeling heavy-hearted, he seemed to be relieved. He began to re-examine his life and everything in the store. He told himself that although Ran Qiuye's rejection made him feel disappointed, it did not mean that his life would stop. He still had many responsibilities and dreams, and there were many things he could do.

After a long talk with Jia Dongxu that day, Chen Rufeng gradually came out of the shadow of his emotions. Although he still felt pain in his heart, he understood that life should not stagnate because of a failed relationship. As an important part of the courtyard, his store carries the trust and dependence of too many neighbors, and his normal operation should not be affected by personal emotions.

Chen Rufeng began to put all his energy back into running the store. Every morning, he still got up early, opened the door, and welcomed the first ray of sunlight into the courtyard. Standing at the door, feeling the coolness and tranquility of the morning, his heart gradually calmed down. The past is the past, and everything in front of him is what he should cherish.

One morning, he was tidying up the shelves when a familiar voice rang out at the door: "Morning, Boss Chen!"

Chen Rufeng looked up and saw that it was his old neighbor, Uncle Li. He smiled and replied, "Morning, Uncle Li! You came so early today. Is there something urgent?"

Uncle Li walked into the store with a smile on his face. "Nothing urgent, I just came to buy some soy sauce. My family ran out of it yesterday, and I thought you always have fresh soy sauce, so I came early to buy a bottle."

Chen Rufeng took a bottle of soy sauce from the shelf, handed it to Uncle Li, and said with a smile: "Uncle Li, if you need anything at home, tell me in advance and I will save it for you. You don't have to run so early."

Uncle Li took the soy sauce and nodded with satisfaction: "Your store is really convenient for us old neighbors. Nowadays, those big supermarkets outside have a lot of things, but it's hard to go there. I still like to come to your place. The things are reliable and the people are warm-hearted."

Chen Rufeng felt warm in his heart. He knew that the existence of his store was not only a business, but also a responsibility and a commitment to the neighbors. He smiled and said, "Uncle Li, don't worry. As long as my store is open, I will definitely prepare all your daily needs."

After seeing off Mr. Li, Chen Rufeng sat back at the counter, thinking about how to better serve these old neighbors. He decided to add a message board in the store so that neighbors can write down their needs and suggestions. In this way, he can understand everyone's needs more promptly and purchase more targeted goods.

The message board was soon hung in a prominent position in the store, and was soon covered with notes from neighbors. Some suggested adding some health foods that the elderly like, some hoped to import more local specialties, and some suggested adding some seasonal fruits. Chen Rufeng carefully read every message, remembered them one by one, and tried his best to meet everyone's needs.

One day, Ran Qiuye walked into the store with a few students. When Chen Rufeng saw her, he couldn't help but feel a little complicated, but he quickly adjusted himself and showed a sincere smile: "Teacher Ran, what did you bring the students to buy today?"