Chapter 3, Chapter 198...
Chapter 198
At this moment, Chen Yuxuan was sitting in the common living room of the rented house. The red soup in the small white pot in front of her was boiling and smelled delicious. The vegetables in the pot were rolling around.
Chen Yuxuan was stunned for a long time before picking up her phone and replying, "I'm having dinner with my sister, so I'll talk to her later."
After saying that, she put down her phone. The potato slices that had just been taken out of the pot were very soft and tender, but she couldn't taste them.
Could it be that fate had already predetermined that she and Wen Shi would have this predestined connection from past lives?
There is no denying that he is a very good person.
In the previous life, the marriage was arranged by a matchmaker and both sets of parents. In this life, it can be arranged by friends, but it's not a bad relationship.
"Eat up, eat up, you'll get so fat."
Yu Sisi replied quickly.
At one o'clock in the morning, Chen Yuxuan emerged from the canyon, charged her phone, and quickly fell asleep.
That night, she dreamed of Wen Shi several times, so much so that she woke up at six o'clock in the morning.
The two of them hadn't had any earth-shattering love stories before; their life together was mostly ordinary. But many of those little moments had seeped into her very being, and she could still vividly recall them.
"Don't think about it anymore. Maybe it's just someone with the same name. Why think so much?"
Chen Yuxuan scratched her hair in frustration, got out of bed to wash up, and since it was still early, she decided to put on a full face of makeup.
At noon, she sat in a self-service fast food restaurant near the company, looking somewhat absent-minded.
Whether it was fate or coincidence, she didn't know. Oh well, thinking about it was pointless. Focusing on work and making money was the real priority.
Suddenly, someone sat down opposite her. After a moment of reaction, Chen Yuxuan saw that old face and almost couldn't help but throw the soup off her plate at him.
"It's me."
Chen Yuxuan glanced coldly at the person opposite her, completely ignoring them.
"I'm sorry for what happened before. We did have love between us. Could you please...?"
Before her half-dead ex-boyfriend could finish speaking, Chen Yuxuan ignored him, picked up her plate, and left.
Cui Yu felt a little sad, but he didn't want to give up.
"As the saying goes, a good horse doesn't eat the grass it has already grazed. What happened between us is all in the past, and I've long forgotten about it."
It would be impossible for Chen Yuxuan not to feel sad when they broke up, but at that time, she was just a young girl who had just graduated.
Although she is not very old right now.
But the previous experience was indeed real.
She knows what a good man is, someone suitable for a life together.
To put it bluntly, the person in front of me is just a pretty face with no substance.
For her, it was all in the past.
"Yu Xuan, I know you're angry. I was too back then. Never mind, let's not talk about it anymore. So much time has passed, and I've been thinking about you all this time. After I found out you were in the capital, I came here to look for a job, all because I wanted to be with you again. Let's make up, okay?"
"not good."
Chen Yuxuan immediately refused, but just as she was about to get up and leave, Cui Yu grabbed her.
"Me, me."
"Stop talking. See that stray dog over there? I'd rather spend my whole life with it than choose you. You don't deserve me."
"Why do you say such awful things?"
Chen Yuxuan glanced at him sideways, and then said, "I haven't even said anything worse yet. I like younger men now. I don't like someone like you, you old man."
After saying that, she got up and left.
She didn't want to draw attention to herself in the restaurant, leaving her ex-boyfriend standing there, looking extremely angry and with a very unpleasant expression, which had nothing to do with her.
After returning to the company, Chen Yuxuan turned on her phone.
Messages were sent one after another, and after a long time, a friend replied.
"Hugs, darling. It's so unlucky to run into this jerk in the middle of the day."
"He's quite persistent; he even came all the way to the capital."
"Don't be sad."
"No, that's long gone."
"A nice restaurant opened near my company, in that shopping mall. Come find me later, I'll be getting off work a little late today, so I'll treat you to something delicious."
"It's my treat."
"Okay, remember to come over."
"I'll go after get off work."
After replying, Chen Yuxuan put down her phone, leaned back in her chair, took a few sips of iced coffee, and then continued to immerse herself in her work.
After get off work, she took the subway to visit her friend. It wasn't far, only three stops, but she needed to transfer once.
After exiting the subway, she headed towards the nearest shopping mall.
"Honey, wait a bit at the coffee shop."
"Okay, you go about your business, don't worry about me."
It's only a little past six o'clock, and the sky is still bright. For many workers, this is the busiest time of day.
Chen Yuxuan ordered an iced tea at the coffee shop near the entrance, then sat there, looking at her phone while waiting for someone. Her phone ran out of battery, so she charged it.
It's almost 9:30 now.
It was already dark outside, and the colorful streetlights were quite beautiful. At this hour, there was still a steady stream of people coming and going.
The good thing is that the mall closes at 10:30 pm.
The nightlife in big cities is still quite vibrant. Although there aren't as many street vendors in the city center, there are still plenty of restaurants.
"I thought it would be ready by seven o'clock, but I didn't expect to have to prepare a new one, which delayed me for a long time."
"It's okay, let's go eat, I'm starving."
Chen Yuxuan showed no displeasure whatsoever.
Now that I'm an adult, work is definitely the most important thing.
"Let's go, it's on the third floor."
This is a rather stylish Western restaurant. The prices aren't cheap, averaging 200 yuan per person, but for working people, it's not too bad to treat themselves to a meal here occasionally.
"Just scan the QR code to order."
If it's not a chain restaurant, online group buying deals are different from in-store deals. It may seem cheaper, but the portion size will definitely be different. Merchants aren't doing charity.
The two ordered a steak, a seafood pasta, a salad, a pumpkin soup, a dessert, a lime juice, and an orange juice.
"alright."
"Sis, listen to me, there's no need to care about that kind of trash."
"I didn't pay attention."
Chen Yuxuan picked up her water glass and took a small sip.
"Yeah, it's really annoying. If things don't work out, I'll just order takeout from now on. But I need to be careful. If all else fails, I can come stay at my place for a while."
The dishes were served one after another, and at this time, there weren't many customers in the restaurant.
"No need for that. He won't go all out. I can beat that pretty boy, don't worry."
Chen Yuxuan was quite certain about this.
"The best way to drive your ex crazy is to find someone better. That guy I told you about the other day, you should consider him."
"If you're willing to be a matchmaker, go back to your hometown."
"Okay, that's enough, let's eat."
Chen Yuxuan didn't think much of it as she took a bite of the tender steak.
Sometimes she felt dazed, but it was all like a dream. After she came back, she felt lost for a while, but it was all in the past.
As for her ex-boyfriend, who was barely alive, she only felt disgusted and had no other thoughts.
"What kind of person are you looking for? Your company is full of girls. If this goes on for too long, I'm afraid you'll be single forever."
"Being single is great; you can earn your own money and spend it yourself."
"You can't say that. There are some things that one person can't do alone."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yuxuan put down her knife and fork and glared angrily at the person in front of her.
"You're overthinking it. What I mean is, what if you get a headache or fever someday and need someone to take care of you? Finding a younger boyfriend to serve you every day would be so nice."
At the restaurant entrance, Wen Shi was holding his phone. He had originally come to the barbecue restaurant next door to get some skewers to take home, but as soon as he came up, he spotted Yu Sisi in the Western restaurant and the person sitting next to her.
He still keeps the photos on his phone; he's looked at them countless times.
He could tell whether it was her or not after spending some time with her.
He went straight into the Western restaurant.
Whether intentionally or unintentionally, he sat opposite the two of them.
Suddenly, someone sat down in the empty seat next to her. Yu Sisi glanced over out of the corner of her eye and was startled when she saw who it was.
The expression on her face looked rather interesting, and Chen Yuxuan subconsciously looked over.
I noticed a young boy sitting across from me. He looked fair-skinned and clean-cut, but other than that, there was nothing particularly attractive about him.
"Handsome guy, we've met again."
As soon as Yu Sisi said this, Wen Shi glanced over casually, but his gaze did not linger on Yu Sisi for long.
"Chen Yuxuan, let me introduce you, sister. This is the handsome young man I told you about before. He's from our hometown."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yuxuan calmly put down the orange juice in her hand. Yu Sisi deliberately lowered her voice, but she heard it clearly. Just by looking at it, the names really are the same.
"Hello."
When you smell it, try to act mature and composed.
The two men looked at him and nodded.
"Are you coming to eat? Sit here, let's eat together."
The two of them had been talking and hadn't eaten much. After Yu Sisi finished speaking, she got up and sat down next to Chen Yuxuan, leaving the seat opposite her empty.
Without much hesitation, Wen Shi sat down.
"Hey fellow villager, which district, town, or village are you from?"
Chen Yuxuan pretended to be casual and began to ask questions. She was quite calm in public.
Upon hearing this, he immediately gave his ID card address.
"What a coincidence, you two are from the next village, but not from the same town."
"It's quite a coincidence."
We then talked about school-related things, but we didn't end up together.
"Why don't you go back together for National Day? You can keep each other company."
Chen Yuxuan kicked her friend without making a sound.
When Wen Shi heard this, he seemed to have some expectations.
Judging by appearance alone, there's really nothing special about them. The only thing that's certain is their names. But their hometowns are so close together that he's already 80% sure it's the person in front of him.
The couple had been married for decades and had two children. He didn't need to observe Chen Yuxuan closely; her eating posture was exactly the same as before, and so was her drinking posture.
Now he was even more certain that it was her.
He took out his phone, opened his friend's QR code, and silently pushed the phone in front of Chen Yuxuan.
"I'm going to the restroom."
Chen Yuxuan saw this scene shortly after her friend left, and she still added her friend back.
After confirming their relationship, the two became WeChat friends.
"The food here is quite good."
Wen Shi spoke first.
"Yes, that's right."
To outsiders, the two seemed to be having an awkward conversation.
Chen Yuxuan didn't even look at the person in front of her much; apart from the identical name, there was really nothing similar between them.
After the food ordered by Wen Shi arrived.
My friend hasn't come back yet.
I started eating when I smelled it.
"It's getting late, I'll take you home in a bit."
"No need, the subway is very convenient, and it runs until 11 o'clock."
Chen Yuxuan immediately refused.
She couldn't quite articulate her true feelings. Facing this little boy who shared the same name as Wen Shi, she really had no other thoughts.
Wen Shi was not discouraged. He thought for a moment and then said, "The weather is getting hotter and hotter. Add more sugar when you drink mung bean soup."
Upon hearing this, Chen Yuxuan suddenly dropped the spoon in her hand onto the dining table.
Most of the diners around were quietly eating and talking, so it didn't attract much attention for a while.
It was almost ten o'clock. She raised her eyes, looked at the person in front of her with a serious expression, and after a long while, said, "Is it you?"
Chen Yuxuan's voice was very soft, but Wen Shi heard it clearly. He nodded without changing his expression, and then looked at her intently.
"I've been looking for you for so long, and I finally found you in the capital."
She glanced at Wen Shi with some disbelief, knowing he wouldn't lie.
Looking at him now, she felt a mix of emotions.
"This is a very magical thing."
He nodded, unable to deny it.
"Eat quickly."
Chen Yuxuan took a breath. She suddenly realized that even though she was truly certain about the person in front of her, her heart could not calm down unexpectedly.
Wen Shi didn't say much. He was really hungry. The only thing he felt fortunate about was that his impulsive trip had yielded a great result.
"Why did it take you so long?"
"Don't even mention it, there was so much technology in lunch, it really got to me."
The surroundings were very quiet, and Wen Shi ate in peace. Now that it had been confirmed and contact had been made, he could eat in peace.
He ate quickly, but his movements were not rough.
After they had eaten and drunk their fill, the three parted ways.
On her way home, Chen Yuxuan looked at the messages popping up on WeChat and couldn't help but sigh.
Once home, she opened each of the apps one by one, and the familiar yet unfamiliar voice and tone were truly unforgettable.
The preceding words were mostly about her family, telling her that they were doing well.
Only the last sentence made Yingxiang pause.
I still want to be with you.
Yingxiang stared at her phone screen, unable to come back to her senses for a long time. It was already late at night. She looked up at the window and saw that it was very quiet outside.
Not long after, a video call came in.
Chen Yuxuan did not refuse.
Upon seeing the handsome face appear on the screen, she picked up her phone.
After many years of marriage, there have been no major conflicts or estrangements. Even though she was certain that the person in front of her was him, Chen Yuxuan still felt mostly emotional.
The two seem to have a special connection, both in their past and present lives.
What happened to her also happened to him, and in the vast sea of people, they were able to meet again.
What moved her even more was Wen Shi's words: "I've been looking for you for so long, and thankfully I finally found you in the capital."
Are you getting used to it?
After a while, Chen Yuxuan spoke.
“I’ve gotten used to it. I’ve been here for a few months now. I used to work in Yangcheng, but I thought you preferred bustling and lively places, so I came to the capital. I’ve always thought that if God is kind to us, we can still rekindle our relationship.”
“It’s very different here than before. Many things are completely opposite, but marriage is still a big deal. In my heart, you are my wife. As long as you are here, I don’t want to marry anyone else.”
When Wen Shi said this, he looked very serious.
Although their facial features were different, Chen Yuxuan could tell from his expression that she understood him too.
I must say, those words were quite touching.
In this unfamiliar city, she has friends, but both of them have jobs. If you ask her if she wants to get married, she's actually not opposed to it, as long as she knows the other person is a good person she can entrust her life to.
"Where do you work? I'll pick you up after get off work tomorrow, and we can have dinner together."
Wen Shi thought for a moment and then asked.
Hearing this, Chen Yuxuan smiled and then said, "You must get off work very late."
She hadn't forgotten what her friend had said about his profession.
When Wen heard this, he almost forgot that if he changed jobs, his income would be much lower.
He came here not only to find her, but also to work hard and earn more money.
“Our workplaces aren’t actually that far apart. You and Sisi should be in the same place. It’s less than fifteen minutes by subway.”
Upon hearing this, Wen Shi immediately became interested.
"Noon is fine then."
After saying that, he suddenly remembered something and immediately transferred all his savings to her. The investment products he had bought that couldn't be redeemed immediately would be given to her when they matured.
Chen Yuxuan checked the message.
"What are you doing?"
"I'll give you all my savings."
When asked, Chen Yuxuan was very direct. He touched his lips with his shiny fingers. He was indeed somewhat reserved when it came to expressing his feelings, but it was undeniable that he was also very genuine.
They had already agreed to 50% of the demands, so now they had even less to say.
He is indeed a person you can entrust your life to. He has always kept his word in the past, and he will certainly do so now.
"Then I won't stand on ceremony."
Upon hearing this, Wen Shi immediately smiled and agreed.
"From now on, all the money I earn will be yours. I'll only keep enough for my subway fare to work. No, I don't have to keep anything. Just give me that 'Intimate Payment' account, and you can use all my salary from now on. You can spend it however you like."
"Where do you live?"
Wen Shi sent her location, and Chen Yuxuan looked at it, used the navigation, and found that it was much closer to her company than where she currently lived. It was a convenient place.
"It's alright here, take a look."
Wen Shi thought of something and switched the camera. He was staying in a secondary bedroom. It seemed that the landlord had renovated the suite. All five rooms had bathrooms and kitchens. The rooms were very clean and tidy, with beds, wardrobes, and an extra table.
The separate rooms all resemble one-bedroom apartments.
"When are you moving in?"
Cohabitation is very normal nowadays, especially since they are getting married. Wen Shi looked at the person on the other end of the phone with some anticipation.
"I'm fine with moving there."
"Mine is a little small."
Since we've decided to be together, there's nothing to be ashamed of.
Chen Yuxuan looked at her own little house, which was clearly not as big as the other person's, and that side was more convenient.
"Tomorrow is Friday. Go home after get off work and pack your things. Then move in. It'll be more convenient for us to live together."
Chen Yuxuan nodded.
The two then chatted for a while longer.
Considering that both of them had to go to work, and it didn't take too long, they both slept soundly that night.
The next morning, Wen Shi was visibly happy and energetic.
He knew in his heart that if his wife hadn't had a good impression of him before, she probably wouldn't have agreed so readily. He would have to work even harder afterward.
Yingxiang ordered takeout for lunch and contacted the landlord.
The lease on this apartment is almost up. The deposit can be refunded, but the rent for the next two weeks is definitely out of the question. It's not a lot of money anyway, and since they're all living together, there's no need for them to live separately.
We were husband and wife in our past lives, so there's nothing to be sentimental about in this one.
Rent in Beijing isn't cheap.
After get off work, she took the subway home first.
There were quite a few things, so when Wen Shi got off work, he came over to help carry the boxes, and then the two of them took a taxi to his place.
A white suitcase and two cardboard boxes were placed in the trunk of the ride-hailing car. The two people sat in the back seat. The driver in front drove very steadily, and they didn't talk much.
Yingxiang used to live in an old neighborhood, which had access control and was safe.
The place I'm currently staying in is newer and bigger, and the security guards are all young men.
This place is also closer to where the two of them work.
"I don't have to go to work tomorrow. I'll take a shower first. Could you hang up my clothes for me?"
"good."
Upon entering the house, the aroma further enhanced my mood.
Hearing the sound of water coming from the bathroom, he opened her suitcase and carefully hung up her clothes one by one.
Then he closed her suitcase and placed it next to his own.
He thought the black and white outfits were a perfect match.
After Yingxiang came out in her bathrobe, he immediately went in to take a shower. Watching his back, Yingxiang's lips curled up slightly, but she didn't say anything.
I slowly dried my hair, and then sat on the bed.
He is indeed very clean, but that's good.
She wasn't reserved at all. Afterwards, she changed into a loose bathrobe, went to bed, and played on her phone.
I'm not going to work tomorrow; I'll spend some time exploring the canyon. As for finding a partner, I'll tell my friend tomorrow night; she has to go to work.
It came out in less than ten minutes after I smelled it.
After tidying up the bathroom and drying and combing his hair, he got into bed and pulled her into his arms without saying a word.
Her appearance has changed, but her heart remains the same.
Whether it's his feelings for her, or her feelings for him.
"Go to sleep, you have to go to work tomorrow."
A single day off is equivalent to no day off at all. Chen Yuxuan values a two-day weekend very much, so when she was looking for a job, many high-paying jobs were out of her reach.
"I have some investments on my phone, not much, but I'll transfer them all to you when they mature."
"good."
"I miss you so much."
After hearing this, he looked at his wife and immediately kissed her.
Chen Yuxuan returned his kiss.
"Do you think we'll meet again? You left your name with me back then."
Wen Shi never figured it out later.
“Some things are better left unexplained than explained. At the time, I just felt that my body belonged to her, but my soul was still mine. I couldn’t forget that, so I wrote down my name.”
It was an unintentional act at the time.
Looking back now, it was really a good thing. If she hadn't left her name, even if they were destined to meet, they wouldn't have met so quickly.
"My wife."
"Calling me 'baby' or 'wife' sounds better."
Chen Yuxuan put down her phone after speaking.
"good."
"Wife."
They were getting married, and Wen Shi thought it would be better to just call her "wife".
When should we get married and register our marriage?
Wen Shi was quite concerned about this; he wanted to find a clear path to make things easier.
"No rush, we're still young. Let's enjoy this for a couple of years first, and talk about this later."
"If you treat me well, you can still get a license to work."
The two were very close, and before they knew it, they had taken off all their clothes. Chen Yuxuan checked the time and then turned off her phone.
Time to sleep.
She got up at 11:30 the next morning.
After getting up, she checked her phone as usual. The landlord had already inspected the house and returned the deposit. After receiving it, she looked at the message Wen Shi had sent her.
"I'll order takeout, you go about your business."
After saying that, she went to wash up and ordered takeout while she was at it.
The weather was perfect, and the air conditioning inside was very cool. Looking at the lush trees outside, the bustling streets with cars and people, Chen Yuxuan stood by the window, feeling very happy.
Author's note: This is a two-in-one piece; I managed to write it all today.
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