Jiang Zhi was heartbroken by Shen Qingchen's transformation. The man she once loved had now hurt her. Although she could sense Shen Qingchen's genuine remorse, the pain in her heart wouldn't heal easily. She began to wonder if she should give Shen Qingchen a chance, but the painful memories of their divorce made her hesitate. She wondered if she could ever trust Shen Qingchen again.
The days slipped by slowly, Jiang Zhi torn between thoughts. Her daily routine remained routine: work, home, a straight line. But Shen Qingchen's shadow kept creeping into her mind. She'd think back to the good times they'd spent together, those sweet moments flashing before her eyes like scenes from a movie. They'd strolled along the beach, the afterglow of the setting sun casting a shadow over them, a silhouette of happiness; they'd cooked in the kitchen together, laughter filling the room. But now, all that was gone, leaving only the painful memory.
Jiang Zhi worked ever harder, trying to numb her emotions with busyness. As a doctor, she dedicated herself to every patient. That day, she saw a patient with a complex condition. The patient was an elderly man with multiple chronic illnesses and was in very frail condition. Jiang Zhi carefully examined the man and patiently inquired about his medical history. Her eyes were filled with focus and concern, knowing full well that her responsibility was profound and that every decision could impact the patient's health. Her gentleness and patience warmed the man's heart as she spoke to him. The man said gratefully, "Doctor Jiang, you are such a kind person." Jiang Zhi smiled, but a hint of bitterness welled up in her heart. She was able to provide care and support to her patients at work, but her own inner pain was unhealed.
After work, Jiang Zhi walked home alone. The afterglow of the setting sun stretched her figure, making her look a little lonely. She passed a flower shop, where bunches of bright flowers were displayed in front of the store, including her favorite tulips. She couldn't help but stop and let her eyes fall on the bunch of tulips. In the past, Chen Qingchen often gave her tulips, each flower representing his love for her. But now, these flowers have become a pain in her heart. She took a deep breath, turned and left, tears welling in her eyes.
Back home, Jiang Zhi sat exhausted on the sofa. She stared at the empty room, a strange sense of loneliness welling up in her heart. She recalled the warm moments she'd had with Shen Qingchen, their home filled with laughter and joy. Now, there was only silence. She picked up her phone and flipped through their old photos, their smiles radiant and overflowing with happiness. Her fingers gently stroked Shen Qingchen's face on the screen, tears finally welling up in her eyes. She didn't know how to face this relationship: should she forgive him or continue on her own?
Meanwhile, Shen Qingchen's efforts to win her back continued. Every day, he would give Jiang Zhi a small gift, perhaps a thoughtful breakfast or a book she liked. He would wait silently at the door of the hospital where Jiang Zhi worked, just to see her. His eyes were filled with expectation and guilt. He hoped that Jiang Zhi would see his changes and accept him again. However, every time Jiang Zhi saw him, she would deliberately keep her distance, and her indifferent expression filled Shen Qingchen with loss.
One day, Jiang Zhi received a package in the hospital. Upon opening it, she discovered a necklace she had once admired but never bought. She knew it must have been from Shen Qingchen, and she felt a mixture of emotions. She had once tried on the necklace while they were shopping together, and Shen Qingchen had said he wanted to give it to her, but things had delayed it. Now, the necklace appeared before her again, leaving her feeling incredibly conflicted. She sat in her office, clutching the necklace, lost in thought, the image of Shen Qingchen constantly surfacing in her mind. She recalled the happy times they had spent together choosing jewelry, filled with hope for the future. But now, everything had changed.
Jiang Zhi's friends also noticed something was wrong with her. They urged her to think carefully and not give up on a relationship so easily. One of them said to her, "Jiang Zhi, I can see that Shen Qingchen truly loves you, and he's trying to change. Maybe you should give him a chance, after all, you were so in love once." Jiang Zhi listened silently, her heart wavering. She knew her friends were doing it for her own good, and they had a point. However, the pain in her heart was too deep, and she was afraid of being hurt again.
On a quiet night, Jiang Zhi lay in bed, tossing and turning, unable to sleep. Her mind kept thinking about her relationship with Shen Qingchen. She remembered the vows they had made, and those beautiful promises seemed to still echo in her ears. She knew that she still loved Shen Qingchen in her heart, and this love had never disappeared. However, the pain of divorce made her full of fear of this relationship. She was afraid of falling into that pain again, afraid that Shen Qingchen would hurt her again.
However, Jiang Zhi also understood that everyone makes mistakes, and Shen Qingchen might have truly realized his mistakes and was working hard to correct them. She saw the changes in Shen Qingchen. He was no longer the cold and ruthless CEO, but had become more mature and stable, and knew how to care for others. She saw how much he had put in to win her back, and she couldn't help but ask herself if she should give Shen Qingchen a chance and let them start over.
In her inner struggle, Jiang Zhi decided to give herself and Shen Qingchen some time. She didn't want to make a hasty decision. She needed time to heal the pain in her heart and to see if Shen Qingchen's change was genuine. She knew that repairing a relationship wasn't something that could be done overnight and required the joint efforts of both parties. She decided to keep a certain distance from Shen Qingchen during this time, but she wouldn't completely reject his kindness. She hoped that this way, she would be able to see her own heart more clearly and that Shen Qingchen would cherish this relationship even more.
As the days passed, the relationship between Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen remained in a delicate state. Shen Qingchen continued his efforts to win her back, while Jiang Zhi quietly observed and pondered. They occasionally exchanged simple words, but Jiang Zhi never completely let down her guard. However, throughout this process, Jiang Zhi gradually discovered that her feelings for Shen Qingchen had not diminished with the passage of time, but had instead grown stronger deep within her heart. She began to realize that perhaps she truly could not let go of these feelings, and that she simply needed the courage to face them again.
The author has something to say:
In this chapter, we delve deeply into Jiang Zhi's inner struggles. Her feelings for Shen Qingchen are complex, a mixture of love and hate, longing for the past and fear for the future. This inner conflict leaves her in a dilemma, unsure of how to choose. Through detailed descriptions of Jiang Zhi's daily life and work, as well as her reactions to Shen Qingchen's attempts to win her back, we offer a more three-dimensional portrayal of her character. This also sets the stage for the subsequent storyline, making readers even more excited about the direction of their relationship. We hope you enjoy this chapter, and we welcome your valuable feedback and suggestions.
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