Chapter 227 I wish you happiness
"I know you may feel uncomfortable," Chu Yanzhen lowered his head slightly, looking at Li Ruochu with gentle and sincere eyes, "but this diamond ring was originally intended for you. Just take it with peace of mind,"
He sighed softly, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes, "Besides, this diamond ring doesn't have any special meaning. Just think of it as a wedding gift from me to you and Feng Yizhou."
His slender fingers gently stroked the ring box, as if recalling the time he had spent on choosing this ring.
Chu Yanzhen knew in his heart that after he got married, family affairs and the responsibilities that came with the marriage would come flooding towards him like a tide.
He was afraid that he no longer had the extra time and energy to take care of Li Ruchu like he did before.
Therefore, let this be the last thing I do for Li Ruochu, and it can also be regarded as putting an end to this relationship that ended in vain.
However, Li Ruochu did not hesitate at all and firmly rejected Chu Yanzhen again.
She frowned slightly, with a hint of apology in her eyes, but more of determination: "Boss Chu, this diamond ring may not have any special meaning to you. But to me, the diamond ring is an extremely special thing."
She paused, her eyes becoming gentle and solemn, "It carries too many beautiful expectations and promises, and it cannot be given to others casually."
As she spoke, she gently handed the exquisite diamond ring box back to Chu Yanzhen, her movements gentle but unquestionable.
Li Ruochu had a faint smile on her face, like a flower blooming in spring, warm and moving: "I appreciate your kindness. If you give me other gifts, I can accept them with pleasure, but a ring is really not allowed."
She bit her lip slightly, her eyes full of earnestness, "I hope you can understand, too."
Chu Yanzhen looked at the ring box that was handed back to him with mixed feelings.
The corners of his mouth rose slightly, finally revealing a self-deprecating smile, which was full of bitterness and helplessness.
"Chu Chu," his voice was a little hoarse, as if with a barely perceptible tremor, "If I was the one who took care of you after your divorce, would you have chosen me?"
He raised his head, a deep sadness flashed across his eyes. That sadness was like a deep ocean, seeming to carry the regret that he could not be with his beloved in this life.
Li Ruochu shook his head gently, his eyes full of emotion: "Boss Chu, things like fate are really hard to explain."
She sighed slightly, her tone soft and soothing, "Maybe the two of us are just not destined to be together, so we keep missing each other."
She recalled every moment she had spent with Feng Yizhou, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.
What's more, the first time he and Feng Yizhou had any contact was not after his divorce.
When she was still trapped in the painful marriage with Shen Yubai, Feng Yizhou was like a ray of light in the darkness, always helping her with everything, big or small.
Even when she was isolated and helpless after being bullied by Shen Yubai and Gu Qiuying, Feng Yizhou would always use his unique and clever methods to silently provide support and help behind the scenes, allowing her to feel a glimmer of warmth and hope in despair.
Therefore, the problem between them is not as simple as who met whom first.
Li Ruochu thought to herself in her heart, she had to admit that Chu Yanzhen was indeed a very outstanding man.
He has outstanding appearance and elegant temperament, and he is always warm, polite and caring to the people around him.
Whether it is the outstanding abilities demonstrated at work or the delicate thoughts shown in life, it is difficult to find fault with him.
However, love is sometimes so strange. No matter how good the other person is, if there is no deep soul connection, it will ultimately be inappropriate.
"Yeah, the two of us always miss each other," Chu Yanzhen sighed softly, her voice full of helplessness, "So this is what people call destiny."
His eyes were somewhat empty, as if he was looking into the untouchable past. All the little moments he had spent with Li Ruchu now flooded into his mind like a tide, but he could only helplessly let them pass by.
Chu Yanzhen slowly took the jewelry box back and gently rubbed the surface of the box with her fingers, as if trying to find a trace of the former warmth from the cold touch.
Then, he tried hard to force a smile, even though there was unspeakable bitterness hidden in that smile: "My wedding will be in three days. I sincerely hope that you and Feng Yizhou can come together to attend and witness my happy moment."
There was a hint of expectation in his eyes, as if this was his last bit of attachment to his past feelings.
"Okay, I will definitely prepare a big gift for you then!" Li Ruochu responded with a smile. Her smile was sincere and warm, trying to dispel the slightly heavy atmosphere.
She knew very well that Chu Yanzhen's invitation was sincere, and she should respond to this friendship with sincerity.
Not long after, the two finished their meal and the waiter brought the bill in due time.
This time, Li Ruochu was quick to take the bill almost instantly.
She looked at Chu Yanzhen with a hint of playfulness and determination in her eyes: "Boss Chu, I always owed you a meal, but every time you rushed to pay the bill,"
She tilted her head slightly, her smile growing wider, "This time, it's my turn."
After that, she took out the card from her bag without hesitation and handed it to the waiter waiting on the side.
Chu Yanzhen paused slightly, and the movement to reach out his hand froze in mid-air.
He looked at Li Ruochu, and suddenly felt a sense of heaviness in his heart, as if a huge rock was pressing on his chest.
Every time they ate together before, he subconsciously rushed to pay the bill. In fact, deep down he hoped that Li Ruchu would always owe him a meal.
It seems that in this way, they will still have the opportunity to continue to get along with each other, and this subtle connection will continue forever.
And today, Li Ruochu rushed to pay the bill so straightforwardly, making him realize clearly that this might be the end of the friendship between the two of them.
From now on, their life trajectories will go in completely different directions.
After Li Ruochu stood up, Chu Yanzhen followed him out unconsciously.
As soon as he reached the door of the restaurant, he saw Feng Yizhou standing outside.
Feng Yizhou stood tall with his hands in his pockets, quietly standing beside the car, his eyes fixed on the restaurant entrance, as if he was waiting for the most important person.
Li Ruochu followed Chu Yanzhen's gaze and when he saw Feng Yizhou, a happy smile immediately broke out on his face.
She turned her head and said to Chu Yanzhen with a smile, "Mr. Feng is here to pick me up. I'll leave first. I wish you a happy wedding in advance." Her voice was light and cheerful, as if all the blessings were integrated into these short words.
"Thank you, and I wish you happiness too." Chu Yanzhen tried hard to force a smile. Although he felt disappointed, he still gave his sincere blessings.
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