The reunion after divorce is like the re-intertwining thread of fate. Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen both know that this is a hard-won opportunity and a new beginning full of challenges.
Their first date took place in a cozy little restaurant. The lights were soft, and melodious music filled the air, creating a world just for them. Yet, an awkward atmosphere enveloped them like a veil. Shen Qingchen rubbed his hands nervously, looking at Jiang Zhi, his eyes filled with anticipation and uneasiness. Jiang Zhi lowered her head slightly, her fingers unconsciously twirling the corner of her clothes, her thoughts seemingly lingering between the past and the present.
"How have you been recently?" Shen Qingchen was the first to break the silence, his voice a little hoarse. He tried to make his tone sound more relaxed, but he couldn't hide his inner tension.
Jiang Zhi raised her head slightly, and the moment her eyes met Shen Qingchen's, a complex emotion surged in her heart. "It's okay, but I'm a little busy at work." She replied in a calm tone, but with a hint of alienation.
Shen Qingchen felt a pang in his heart. He knew that the hurt he had caused Jiang Zhi was not so easy to erase. But he didn't want to give up, so he picked up the menu and tried to ease the atmosphere by ordering. "This restaurant's signature dish is very good, you can try it." He tried to squeeze out a smile and recommended the dishes to Jiang Zhi.
During the meal, the two of them gradually began to talk about more topics, ranging from work to life, from past anecdotes to recent experiences. Shen Qingchen carefully avoided mentioning those painful memories, wanting only to let Jiang Zhi feel his change and care. Jiang Zhi also slowly let down her guard, realizing that Shen Qingchen was indeed different from before. He was no longer the self-centered and cold man, but had become more considerate.
After dinner, they decided to go see a movie. There were not many people in the cinema, and they sat in the back row. In the darkness, Shen Qingchen's eyes fell on Jiang Zhi's face from time to time. He saw her looking at the screen intently, and a warmth welled up in his heart. The plot of the movie gradually progressed, and there were some touching scenes. Shen Qingchen secretly observed Jiang Zhi's expression, and seeing the tears flashing in her eyes, he silently handed her a tissue. Jiang Zhi took the tissue and was slightly startled. She felt Shen Qingchen's attentiveness, and the ice in her heart melted a little.
After watching the movie, they strolled on the street. The night wind blew gently, bringing a hint of coolness. Shen Qingchen took off his coat and gently draped it over Jiang Zhi's shoulders. Jiang Zhi did not refuse. She looked at Shen Qingchen, and a complicated look flashed in her eyes. "You don't have to do this, I'm not cold." She said softly.
"I don't want you to catch a cold." Shen Qingchen replied gently, his eyes full of sincerity.
During their walk, they met a little girl selling flowers. She ran up to them, her eyes twinkling with innocence. "Brother and sister, buy me a bouquet of flowers. I wish you everlasting happiness," she said in a clear, sweet voice.
Shen Qingchen looked at Jiang Zhi with a questioning look in his eyes. Jiang Zhi hesitated, but under Shen Qingchen's expectant gaze, she nodded. Shen Qingchen bought a bouquet of beautiful roses and handed it to Jiang Zhi. "I hope you like it." He said softly.
Jiang Zhi took the flowers and smelled their fragrance, feeling a mixture of emotions. The flowers reminded her of the sweet times they had spent together, but also the pain of their divorce. "Thank you," she whispered.
As they spent more time together, the atmosphere between them gradually became more relaxed. Shen Qingchen began to share some interesting stories about her work, which made Jiang Zhi laugh. Jiang Zhi would also tell Shen Qingchen about the heartwarming stories in the hospital, such as the gratitude of patients after recovery and the mutual help and friendship among colleagues.
However, whenever their eyes met or there was some unintentional physical contact, that awkward and subtle feeling would still surge up in their hearts. Jiang Zhi would unconsciously recall the past hurt, and a hint of hesitation and uneasiness would flash through his heart. And Shen Qingchen was even more nervous, afraid that one of his actions would make Jiang Zhi unhappy again, so he always treated every detail with caution.
Once, they passed by a park where a couple was flying a kite. The kite flew freely in the sky, and the couple's laughter and joy reached their ears. Shen Qingchen looked at Jiang Zhi, a glimmer of anticipation in his eyes. "How about we go fly a kite too?" he suggested.
Jiang Zhi was a little hesitant, but seeing the enthusiasm in Shen Qingchen's eyes, she nodded. They bought a kite in the park and began to try to fly it. At the beginning, the kite could never fly, either the strings were tangled together, or it fell down as soon as it flew up. But they did not give up, and with repeated attempts, the distance between the two seemed to be gradually closing. Shen Qingchen accidentally fell while running, and Jiang Zhi couldn't help laughing. She walked over and helped Shen Qingchen up. The moment the two looked at each other, it seemed as if time had stopped. At that moment, they saw themselves in each other's eyes. There was no estrangement in the past, only the warmth of the present.
After they were tired of flying the kite, they sat on a bench in the park to rest. Shen Qingchen looked at Jiang Zhi's slightly flushed cheeks, his heart full of love. "You know? I feel very happy to be with you today." He said softly.
Jiang Zhi was slightly startled. She looked at Shen Qingchen with a touch of emotion in her eyes. "Me too, but...we still have a lot of problems to face." Her tone was a little heavy.
Shen Qingchen held Jiang Zhi's hand and looked at her seriously. "I know, I will face it with you, no matter the pain in the past or the difficulties that may arise in the future." His eyes were firm and sincere.
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