Shen Qingchen stood in the airport lobby, surrounded by people coming and going, and the noise was endless, but his heart was full of entanglement and pain. His eyes were wandering, sometimes looking towards the boarding gate, and sometimes looking back at the outside of the airport, as if he was expecting something.
He was about to go on a business trip abroad, a seemingly ordinary work trip, but now it was filled with conflict. His heart clenched as he thought of Jiang Zhi back home. Jiang Zhi, the woman he loved so deeply, was alone at home, completely unaware of the impending storm. He was worried about her, fearing she would be in danger while he was away.
Even more heartbreaking was the news he'd just received that his father might have been murdered. This news was like a bolt from the blue, instantly shattering his world. His father, always such a strong and wise man, could have suffered such a horrific thing. He couldn't imagine how he would face it if something had really happened to his father.
Shen Qingchen gripped the handle of his suitcase tightly, his fingers turning slightly white from the strain. Jiang Zhi's face kept resurfacing in his mind: her smile, her gentleness, her strength. Each image ached his heart even more. He knew he had to make a difficult decision, one that would determine their future.
Faced with this decision, he felt helpless and lonely. He didn't know if his choice was right, nor did he know what consequences this decision would bring to them. But he knew that he had to protect Jiang Zhi, no matter what the cost.
Shen Qingchen took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. He closed his eyes and recalled every moment he had spent with Jiang Zhi. Their meeting, their acquaintance, their love, every moment was filled with sweetness and happiness. He knew that he couldn't lose Jiang Zhi; she was the most important person in his life.
But now, he faces a huge crisis. He is worried about his father's safety, and Jiang Zhi may also be in danger because of him. He must find a balance to protect both his father and Jiang Zhi.
Shen Qingchen opened his eyes, his eyes revealing determination and resoluteness. He knew that he could no longer hesitate. He had to make a decision, even if it would make him miserable.
He took out his cell phone and called Jiang Zhi. Jiang Zhi's gentle voice on the other end of the line softened his heart instantly.
"Qingchen, have you arrived at the airport?" Jiang Zhi asked with concern.
Shen Qingchen was silent for a moment, then slowly said: "Zhi'er, I'm at the airport. This business trip may be long, you must take good care of yourself at home."
Jiang Zhi heard the strangeness in Shen Qingchen's tone, and felt a little uneasy in her heart. She asked: "Qingchen, what's wrong with you? Are you hiding something from me?"
Shen Qingchen's heart tightened. He didn't want Jiang Zhi to worry, but he also knew that he couldn't hide it any longer. He took a deep breath and said, "Zhi'er, I just learned that my father might have been murdered. I must go abroad to investigate this matter and find out the truth."
Jiang Zhi was shocked. She had not expected something like this to happen. She quickly said, "Qingchen, you must be careful. I will wait for you at home."
Shen Qingchen was deeply moved. He knew that Jiang Zhi had always supported him. But he also knew that he couldn't let Jiang Zhi fall into danger. He was silent for a moment, then said, "Zhi'er, I have something to tell you. This business trip may be dangerous, and I can't let you get hurt. So, I decided...we should separate for a while."
Jiang Zhi was shocked. She couldn't believe her ears. She asked, "Qingchen, what did you say? Why do we have to separate?"
Shen Qingchen was in great pain, but he still forced himself to say, "Zhi'er, I don't want you to be in danger because of me. I will solve this matter as soon as possible and then come back to find you. Please believe me."
Jiang Zhi was silent for a moment, then said, "Qingchen, I know you're doing this for my own good. But I'm not afraid of danger, and I'm willing to face it with you."
Shen Qingchen was deeply moved, but he knew that he couldn't let Jiang Zhi take risks. He said firmly, "Zhi'er, this is my decision. I can't let you get hurt. Please respect my decision."
Jiang Zhi's heart was filled with pain, but she also knew that Shen Qingchen was doing this for her own good. She was silent for a moment, then said, "Qingchen, I will wait for you to come back. You must be careful."
Shen Qingchen hung up the phone, his heart filled with guilt and pain. He knew that he had hurt Jiang Zhi, but he also knew that this was his only choice.
He dragged his suitcase towards the boarding gate. With every step, his heart grew heavier. He didn't know what dangers he would encounter on this business trip, nor did he know if he would be able to return alive. But he knew he had to fight for his father, for Jiang Zhi, and for their future.
Jiang Zhi was at home, feeling a little uneasy. She noticed something was wrong with Shen Qingchen, but she didn't know the reason. She could only pray silently, hoping that Shen Qingchen would be safe.
She sat on the sofa with a book in her hand, but she couldn't concentrate on reading. Shen Qingchen's face kept appearing in her mind, his eyes, his smile, his gentleness, and every picture made her heart ache more.
She didn't know why Shen Qingchen suddenly proposed to break up, but she knew that something serious must have happened. She wanted to call Shen Qingchen and ask the reason, but she was afraid to hear his answer.
Jiang Zhi stood up, walked to the window, and looked out at the scenery. The sky was covered with dark clouds, as if foreshadowing an impending storm. Her heart was filled with worry and uneasiness. She didn't know what the future would hold for her and Shen Qingchen.
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