Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen's cohabitation unfolded like a warm and beautiful dream. The morning sun shone through the slits in the curtains onto the bed, its soft light gently waking them both. Jiang Zhi slowly opened her eyes, only to be greeted by Shen Qingchen's handsome, peaceful sleeping face. His eyelashes cast a faint shadow in the sunlight, and a faint smile played at the corners of his mouth, as if lost in a beautiful dream. A warm current welled up in Jiang Zhi's heart, and she gazed at Shen Qingchen quietly, her heart filled with happiness and peace.
After a while, Shen Qingchen slowly woke up. He opened his eyes and saw Jiang Zhi looking at him tenderly, her eyes instantly filled with love. He stretched, then hugged Jiang Zhi tightly in his arms and placed a gentle kiss on her forehead. "Good morning, dear." His voice was filled with the lazy morning and endless tenderness.
Jiang Zhi responded to his hug and said with a smile, "Good morning." The two hugged each other for a while, enjoying the tranquility and intimacy of the early morning.
Then, they decided to make breakfast together. Shen Qingchen tied a blue apron, which looked a little funny and very cute. Jiang Zhi couldn't help laughing, and Shen Qingchen pretended to be serious and said, "Don't laugh, I'm serious about making a hearty breakfast for you." Jiang Zhi quickly held back his laughter and nodded obediently.
They bustled about in the kitchen. Shen Qingchen was in charge of frying eggs and toasting bread. He carefully cracked the eggs into the pan, watching the egg white slowly solidify in the pan, the edges turning golden. A look of satisfaction crossed his face. Jiang Zhize prepared a fruit salad. She expertly cut the various fresh fruits into small pieces, the crispness of the apple, the softness of the banana, and the sweet and sour taste of the strawberry blending perfectly under her knife. Occasionally, they would joke with each other. Shen Qingchen would pretend to steal a piece of fruit, and Jiang Zhize would pretend to chase him with a knife. The whole kitchen was filled with their laughter.
After breakfast was ready, they sat at the dining table. The simple food seemed particularly delicious at this time because it was the result of their joint efforts. While eating breakfast, they discussed today's plan. Shen Qingchen said that he had to go to the company to handle some matters today, but he would try to come back early. Jiang Zhi said that she planned to continue to sort out the clues from the previous investigation of Tang Junxi's case, but she also wanted to go to the market in the afternoon to buy some fresh ingredients and make a hearty dinner for Shen Qingchen in the evening.
After breakfast, Shen Qingchen went to change his clothes and prepare to go out. Jiang Zhi looked at him in a well-tailored suit, handsome and confident, and her heart was filled with pride. Shen Qingchen walked up to Jiang Zhi, hugged her in his arms again, kissed her lightly on the lips, and said, "I'm leaving, dear, wait for me at home." Jiang Zhi nodded and watched him go out.
After Shen Qingchen left, Jiang Zhi began clearing the table. Humming a little tune, she washed the dishes and tidied the kitchen. Then, she went into the study, sat at the desk, opened her laptop, and began to review the files she had previously recorded on the Tang Junxi case. Those densely packed texts and images held crucial clues on her path to revenge. Although her life was now filled with happiness thanks to Shen Qingchen's presence, her pursuit of the truth never ceased.
Immersed in a sea of information, time slipped by unnoticed. Soon, it was afternoon. Jiang Zhi stretched and stood up from her desk. Remembering her morning appointment with Shen Qingchen, she decided to go to the market. The market was bustling with activity, with a dazzling array of stalls. Jiang Zhi wandered between the stalls, selecting fresh vegetables, meat, and seafood. Like an experienced housewife, she carefully checked the freshness of the ingredients and bargained with the stall owners.
After buying the ingredients, Jiang Zhi returned home. She put the ingredients in the kitchen and sat on the sofa to rest for a while. She turned on the TV and switched channels casually, but found that her mind was not on the TV program at all. Her mind was full of Shen Qingchen, looking forward to his early return. So, she went into the kitchen again and started preparing dinner.
She decided to make Shen Qingchen's favorite dish, sweet and sour spare ribs. She first cleaned the ribs, cut them into small pieces, and marinated them with seasoning. Next, she began preparing the sweet and sour sauce, using the perfect ratio of sugar and vinegar to create that unique sweet and sour flavor. While waiting for the ribs to marinate, she began preparing other ingredients, stir-frying vegetables and boiling seafood soup. The kitchen was filled with all sorts of tempting aromas.
When Shen Qingchen returned home, he was attracted by the aroma as soon as he entered the door. He walked into the kitchen and saw Jiang Zhi busy at work, and his heart was filled with emotion. He gently hugged Jiang Zhi from behind and said, "Dear, you have worked hard." Jiang Zhi looked back at him and said with a smile, "It's not hard. Go wash your hands and you can eat soon."
At dinner, they sat at the table and enjoyed the delicious food that Jiang Zhi had carefully prepared. Shen Qingchen kept praising Jiang Zhi's cooking skills and ate every dish with relish. Jiang Zhi looked at his satisfied expression and felt a sense of accomplishment. While eating, they shared the interesting things that happened that day. Shen Qingchen talked about some small episodes in the company, and Jiang Zhi shared her interesting experiences in the market.
After dinner, they cleared the table and decided to go see a movie. They snuggled up on the sofa, covered in a soft blanket, and chose a romantic film. The plot was heartwarming, and they cuddled together, feeling each other's warmth. During a touching scene in the movie, Jiang Zhi couldn't help but shed tears. Shen Qingchen gently wiped her tears away and then hugged her tighter.
After the movie, they decided to go for another walk. The streetlights cast a soft glow on the night streets. They walked hand in hand, enjoying the quiet of the night. An occasional breeze brought a touch of coolness. They walked through the park, listening to the chirping of insects in the grass; they passed by the river, watching the city lights reflected on its surface. They shared their love and their hopes for the future.
After returning home, they took a hot bath together. In the bathroom, they wiped each other's bodies, love permeating the mist. After the shower, they lay in bed, embracing each other and falling asleep. Although this day was ordinary, it was full of happiness and sweetness. Jiang Zhi gradually fell asleep in Shen Qingchen's arms, and the hatred in her heart seemed to fade away in this happy atmosphere. She began to understand that life, besides revenge, also has the happiness in the present moment worth cherishing.
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