The smoke gradually dissipated, and the clamor of the battlefield was replaced by tranquility. Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi stood on this land that had been baptized by war, looking at the allies around them who were exhausted but full of joy of victory, and their hearts were filled with emotion.
The air after the battle was filled with a faint smell of blood and burnt flesh, but this couldn't mask the joy of victory that filled everyone's hearts. Jiang Zhi raised her head slightly, gazing at the blood-red sunset on the horizon. The afterglow cast a golden outline on her dusty yet still beautiful face. She took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, as if to dispel the fatigue and gloom of war.
"It's finally over." Jiang Zhi said softly, with a barely perceptible tremor in her voice. Shen Qingchen turned his head and looked at her, his eyes full of tenderness and pity. He reached out and gently held Jiang Zhi's hand. The warm and strong touch made Jiang Zhi's heart calm down instantly.
"Yes, it's over. We won." Shen Qingchen's voice was low and firm, as if announcing their glory to the world. At this moment, their hands were tightly clasped together, as if drawing strength from each other, and as if telling each other that no matter what happened in the future, they would never leave each other.
In this fierce battle, nearly everyone was injured. As the team's healer, Jiang Zhi unhesitatingly took on the responsibility of treating everyone's wounds. She moved among the wounded, her gaze focused and calm, her slender hands brimming with strength. She expertly tended to the wounds, stopping the bleeding, cleaning the wounds, and suturing them, each movement precise and accurate. Though beads of sweat already covered her forehead and her eyes betrayed fatigue, she never paused.
Shen Qingchen silently assisted Jiang Zhi, arranging for the seriously injured to be placed in a safe and comfortable place, and distributing the necessary medicine and supplies. His busy and determined figure, like an unshakable mountain, brought everyone an endless sense of security. Although they did not exchange much words during this process, their tacit understanding was fully demonstrated in their eye contact and casual touches.
When the wound of the last wounded was treated, Jiang Zhi finally breathed a sigh of relief. She stood up and swayed slightly. Shen Qingchen was quick to reach out and support her.
"You are too tired, take a rest." Shen Qingchen said with concern. Jiang Zhi shook his head slightly, with a faint smile on his face.
"I'm fine, just a little tired. Seeing that everyone is gradually recovering, I feel relieved."
As time went by, everyone's injuries gradually healed, and life slowly returned to normal. Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi finally had more time to themselves. They would stroll through the mountains and forests together in the early morning, listening to the birds singing and breathing in the fresh air; they would sit in the courtyard in the afternoon, sipping fragrant tea and sharing their thoughts; they would lie side by side on the roof at night, gazing at the stars and longing for the future.
On a quiet afternoon, sunlight filtered through the mottled leaves into the courtyard, casting patches of golden light. Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi sat opposite each other, two steaming cups of tea on the table. Jiang Zhi gently lifted the cup and took a sip, savoring the delicate fragrance of the warm tea on her tongue.
"Qingchen, do you think our lives will remain peaceful like this in the future?" Jiang Zhi raised his head and looked at Shen Qingchen and asked. Shen Qingchen pondered for a moment, then smiled and replied:
"Maybe. After going through so much, I think we should enjoy this peace. However, no matter what happens in the future, as long as we are together, there is nothing to be afraid of."
Jiang Zhi felt a warm current in her heart when she heard this. She put down her teacup, stood up, and walked to sit next to Shen Qingchen. Shen Qingchen took her into his arms, and the two of them snuggled together quietly, enjoying this rare tranquility and warmth.
During these peaceful days, they also had more time to spend with their families. They would chat and walk with the elders, listening to their stories of the past; they would play with the children, watching their innocent smiles, their hearts filled with happiness.
Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi brought the children to a meadow. The children were running happily on the meadow, chasing colorful butterflies. Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi held hands and followed the children, their faces filled with happy smiles.
"Daddy, Mommy, come quickly!" The children's shouts echoed in the air. Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi smiled at each other, then quickened their pace and joined the children's games. They rolled on the grass together, flew kites, and their laughter filled the entire grass.
This family is filled with warmth and love. Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi prioritize their children's education, setting an example by teaching them to be kind and brave, inheriting the family's values. They share family history and stories with their children, helping them understand the family's honor and responsibility. When their children encounter difficulties, they encourage them to face them bravely, fostering their resilience.
At night, when the children were asleep, Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi would sit by the bed, quietly looking at the children's sweet sleeping faces.
"Zhi'er, looking at them, I feel that everything we have done is worth it." Shen Qingchen said softly. Jiang Zhi nodded gently, his eyes full of love.
"Yes, we must protect them well and let them grow up in a loving environment."
After returning to peaceful life, Shen Qingchen and Jiang Zhi haven't forgotten those who helped them in battle. They regularly visit their injured allies to check on their recovery; they also offer condolences and support to the families of those who lost their lives in battle. They know that without the support and dedication of these people, their victory today would not be possible.
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