Amidst the growing warmth of their feelings, a shadow of darkness lingered. The pain from the past, buried deep within their hearts, was like a dormant beast, baring its fangs and gnawing at their hearts. They both knew that if they wanted this lost and regained relationship to be truly rock-hard, they had to face this pain head-on.
On this day, sunlight streamed through the window into the warm living room, where Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen sat opposite each other. The originally relaxed atmosphere became somewhat solemn at this moment, and the air seemed to be filled with tension. Shen Qingchen was the first to break the silence, his eyes full of guilt, and he said in a low and hoarse voice: "Jiang Zhi, I know that we have been avoiding the past, but the hurt I caused you is like a thorn in my heart. Every time I see you, I blame myself." Jiang Zhi bit her lip slightly, and a complex emotion flashed in her eyes, with pain, resentment, but also a hint of imperceptible tenderness.
Shen Qingchen took a deep breath, as if to give himself courage, and continued: "Remember that time? For the so-called business interests, I made the decision that put you in trouble without discussing it with you. I was blinded by the interests at the time and did not consider your feelings at all." His fists clenched unconsciously. "When I saw the disappointment and pain in your eyes, I woke up from my dream, but by then, everything was too late." Jiang Zhi's lips trembled slightly. She remembered those dark days and how she struggled in loneliness and despair. "Do you know? At that time, I felt like the whole world collapsed. I always thought we could face everything together, but you gave up on me so easily." Her voice was choked, and tears flashed in her eyes.
Shen Qingchen's eyes were red, and he said anxiously, "I really regret it, Jiang Zhi. Since then, I have been reflecting on my mistakes every night. I look at our old photos and recall the good times we spent together. Those memories are like knives cutting my heart." He stood up and paced back and forth in the living room. "I know that my apology may not be able to make up for the harm I have caused you, but I still want you to know that I really regret it." Jiang Zhi looked at him, with mixed feelings in her heart. She knew that Shen Qingchen was sincerely repenting, but the pain in the past was too deep to be easily erased by a few apologies.
"And that time, the trip we had planned was ruined because of my work. I promised you it would be a wonderful journey just for us, but I broke my promise." Shen Qingchen paused, his eyes filled with regret. "You were so excited, and I let you down. I prioritized my work over you. What a jerk I am." Jiang Zhi recalled every detail of her meticulous preparations for that trip, from choosing the destination to planning the itinerary. Every detail was filled with her anticipation for the trip. But in the end, she was left alone facing the empty suitcase and shattered dreams. "That was the trip I had been looking forward to the most. I thought we could make beautiful memories there, but you ruined everything." Tears streamed down her cheeks.
Shen Qingchen walked over to Jiang Zhi and gently held her hand, his hand trembling slightly. "Jiang Zhi, I know I've made too many unforgivable mistakes, but I hope you can give me a chance, let me spend the rest of my life making up for you." Jiang Zhi felt the warmth in his hand, and her heart ached. "Do you know how difficult this is? Every time I want to accept you again, the pain from the past comes flooding back, making it impossible for me to let go." She pulled her hand away and wiped the tears from her face.
Shen Qingchen nodded. "I know this is all my fault. I don't expect you to forgive me right away, but I hope you know that I have changed. I am no longer the person who only cares about interests and work." He looked at Jiang Zhi, his eyes full of determination. "During this time with you, I have rediscovered the meaning of life. Your kindness and gentleness have made me understand what is truly important." Jiang Zhi looked at him. She could feel Shen Qingchen's sincerity, but the fear in her heart still existed. "I'm afraid of being hurt again. I no longer have the courage to go through such pain again."
"I know, Jiang Zhi. So I will cherish you even more, and I will use my actions to prove that I won't let you down again." Shen Qingchen held Jiang Zhi's hand again. This time, he held it tighter, as if afraid that she would pull away again. "We can take it slow. I will wait for you until you completely trust me." Jiang Zhi looked at him, her heart wavering. She knew that she still loved Shen Qingchen, but the pain she had felt made her afraid to take this step easily.
They continued to talk about the past, the quarrels and misunderstandings, every detail was turned up again. Every recollection was a sting in the heart, but they all knew that only by laying out these pains could they truly heal. Shen Qingchen talked about the time when he lost his temper with Jiang Zhi because of the pressure at work. "I was really an asshole at that time, venting all my work troubles on you. You just cared about me, but I treated you like that." Jiang Zhi thought of her aggrieved mood at the time, and tears flowed down her face again. "Do you know how sad I was at that time? I just wanted to be by your side to support you, but you pushed me away."
As the conversation deepened, their emotions became more and more excited. But in this excitement, they also understood each other's hearts better. Shen Qingchen realized how deeply his past behavior had hurt Jiang Zhi, and Jiang Zhi also saw the changes in Shen Qingchen and his deep regret. "Jiang Zhi, I know that no matter how many times I say sorry, it will not be enough, but I still want to say to you, I'm sorry. I hope you can forgive me from the bottom of your heart, even if it's just a little bit." Shen Qingchen's eyes were full of expectation and pleading. Jiang Zhi looked at him, and the defense line in his heart loosened a little bit. "I will try my best, Shen Qingchen. But it takes time, you have to give me time."
The conversation lasted for a long time, from day to night. When night fell, the room was shrouded in soft lights. Their mood gradually calmed down. Although there were still tears in their eyes, there was a sense of relief in their eyes. They knew that this was an important step in repairing their relationship. Although it was painful, it had to be experienced. "Let's work hard together and start over." Shen Qingchen gently hugged Jiang Zhi, and Jiang Zhi nodded slightly in his arms. They knew that the road ahead was still long, but as long as they were honest with each other and supported each other, they would be able to overcome the pain and embrace a new life.
The author has something to say:
Dear readers, this chapter marks a crucial turning point in the relationship between Jiang Zhi and Shen Qingchen. In love, we all make mistakes, and facing the pain these mistakes bring requires tremendous courage. I hope that through their story, you will experience the complexity and resilience of love. Sometimes, honestly facing the past is the key to moving forward. I hope you enjoy their story, and that in your own relationships, you will bravely face challenges and cherish the one you have.
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