In the days that followed, they often went out together. Sometimes they went to art exhibitions, admiring the artworks and feeling the artist's emotions through the interweaving of colors and lines; sometimes they participated in outdoor sports, such as mountain climbing, encouraging each other during the climb. When they reached the top and overlooked the beautiful scenery below, they would cheer together, as if all their worries had been left behind; sometimes they would just cook together at home, enjoying the ordinary yet warm family atmosphere.
When cooking, Shen Qingchen was responsible for cutting and frying vegetables, while Jiang Zhi helped wash the vegetables and prepare the seasonings. They would argue about the cooking method of a dish, and also cheer for making a delicious dish. Once, Shen Qingchen accidentally got his hand splashed with oil. Jiang Zhi hurriedly pulled his hand over and carefully checked the injury. Her eyes were full of worry, which made Shen Qingchen feel warm in his heart. "It's okay, it's just a minor injury." Shen Qingchen said with a smile, but Jiang Zhi still insisted on treating his wound.
However, behind these seemingly wonderful moments together, each of them harbored their own worries. Jiang Zhi worried about falling back into pain, unsure if this fresh start was the right one. Meanwhile, Shen Qingchen feared his efforts weren't enough, that one day Jiang Zhi would leave him again. Neither of them voiced these concerns, only cherishing each other more with each moment they spent together.
One night, they sat on the balcony together and watched the stars. The stars twinkled in the night sky, as if countless pairs of eyes were watching them. Shen Qingchen gently put his arm around Jiang Zhi's shoulders. He looked at the starry sky and said slowly, "You are like the brightest star in the night sky, lighting up my life. I know I have hurt you before, and I will spend my whole life to make up for it."
Jiang Zhi leaned on Shen Qingchen's shoulder, tears in her eyes. "I hope we can continue like this, without any more hurt." She said softly.
In the process of getting along again, they also encountered some small episodes. Once, they were shopping in a mall and met Shen Qingchen's business partner. When the business partner saw them together, he showed a look of surprise in his eyes. "Boss Shen, this is..." he asked.
Shen Qingchen was a little embarrassed, but still smiled and introduced: “This is my girlfriend, Jiang Zhi.”
The business partner smiled and teased, "Oh, so you're Mr. Shen's girlfriend. She's so beautiful. But I heard..." Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Shen Qingchen. "Those are all things of the past. We are very happy now." Shen Qingchen held Jiang Zhi's hand tightly, as if declaring his determination to the other party.
Jiang Zhi felt Shen Qingchen's nervousness, and she smiled and nodded to her business partner. After leaving, Jiang Zhi looked at Shen Qingchen and said with a smile: "It seems that our restart has attracted some people's attention."
Shen Qingchen also smiled. "No matter what others think, I only care about your thoughts." He looked at Jiang Zhi affectionately.
As time went by, their feelings gradually grew stronger through these little moments together. Every date, every conversation, every glance planted a seed of love in their hearts, and these seeds, nourished by warmth and care, gradually took root and sprouted. They began to look forward to meeting each day and spending more wonderful time together.
After a date, Shen Qingchen sent Jiang Zhi home. When they arrived at the door, Shen Qingchen looked at Jiang Zhi with reluctance in his eyes. "I had a great time today. I hope you can be this happy every day." He said softly.
Jiang Zhi smiled and nodded. "Me too, good night." She said, turning around to open the door.
At this moment, Shen Qingchen suddenly grabbed her hand, turned her around, and then gently kissed her on the forehead. "Good night." He said, and let go of her hand.
Jiang Zhi's face flushed slightly. She looked at Shen Qingchen with some surprise, but a sweet feeling welled up in her heart. She opened the door, walked into the room, closed the door, leaned against it, and a smile appeared at the corner of her mouth. She knew that her feelings for Shen Qingchen had rekindled during their time together. This time, she hoped that they could really go to the end.
The author has something to say:
Dear readers, in this chapter, we witness the journey of Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen's renewed relationship. It's a journey filled with hope yet also with challenges, much like our real-life relationships. Every relationship may experience its ups and downs, but as long as both partners have the courage to start over and the determination to work hard, it's possible to rediscover the beauty once lost. I hope you'll feel the power of love through their story, and I hope you'll continue to follow their future developments.
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