The gears of fate quietly turned. On that sun-dappled afternoon, Jiang Zhi strolled along the bustling streets with her child. The child's innocent laughter, echoing like silver bells in the air, temporarily dispelled the long-held gloom in her heart. Her gaze fell gently on the child, her heart filled with comfort and love, and her thoughts drifted away.
After that thrilling final battle, Jiang Zhi's life gradually returned to normal. Working together with her allies, she uncovered the crimes of the mysterious organization, bringing those crimes, once hidden in the dark, to light, and bringing those responsible to justice. As the city slowly recovered from its wounds, life gradually returned to normal, and in the process, Jiang Zhi found a new direction for herself.
She opened a small clinic in a corner of the city, leveraging her exceptional medical skills to bring hope and healing to those suffering from illness. Whenever she saw a smile return to her patients' faces, Jiang Zhi felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction. She knew this wasn't just a job; it was her reverence and protection for life, a renewed embrace of life after enduring hardships.
Jiang Zhi pours her heart and soul into her children. She patiently accompanies them as they grow, witnessing every small step forward and achievement. At night, when a child smiles sweetly in their sleep, Jiang Zhi gently sits by their bedside, gazing at them, her heart filled with endless tenderness and gratitude. She understands that her children are the continuation of her life, the source of her courage and strength to navigate the darkness.
Yet, Shen Qingchen's presence remained constant, lingering in the softest corner of her heart. Though she tried to focus on the present, every night, in the stillness of the night, the beautiful moments she had shared with Shen Qingchen would inevitably flood back to her. She remembered strolling along the beach together, listening to the crashing waves, sharing their dreams and thoughts; she remembered the warm embrace and unwavering support he had offered her when she was most vulnerable; she remembered the deep affection and commitment in each other's eyes at their wedding... These memories, like brilliant stars, illuminated her inner world, yet at the same time, pierced her once-wounded heart.
Jiang Zhi knew that Shen Qingchen had been searching for her. She had heard about his wanderings, and she was overcome with mixed emotions. She understood his initial struggles in filing for divorce, and she knew his deep love for her had never wavered. But the betrayal and hurt she had suffered in the past still lingered. She feared falling back into the abyss of pain, afraid of losing the hard-earned peace and tranquility she now had. So, she chose to close herself off, building a high wall of busyness and resilience to try to block out the surging waves of emotion.
But at this moment, in this bustling street, fate arranged their reunion. Jiang Zhi's steps froze instantly, her heartbeat suddenly accelerated, as if the whole world had stopped turning at this moment. She slowly raised her head, her eyes meeting Shen Qingchen's. At that moment, time seemed to flow backwards, and thousands of words flowed in their eyes, but were choked by the complex emotions in their throats, not knowing where to start.
Shen Qingchen's eyes were filled with surprise, guilt, and deep love. He had lost a lot of weight, his face looked slightly haggard, but his eyes were still bright and blazing, locked tightly on Jiang Zhi, as if afraid that she would disappear again. His lips trembled slightly, as if he had countless words to say, but was restrained by his excitement.
Jiang Zhi gazed at the familiar yet unfamiliar man before her, and the ice in her heart began to melt. She saw the sincerity and remorse in his eyes, and felt his unquenchable love. The emotions she had once buried deep within her heart, like bamboo shoots sprouting from the ground, now rapidly spread. However, the pain of the past still lingered, preventing her from taking that step easily.
"Jiang Zhi..." Shen Qingchen finally broke the silence, his voice a little hoarse and trembling, "I've been looking for you for a long time..."
Jiang Zhi lowered her head slightly, avoiding his fiery gaze, a pang of sadness in her heart. "Why did you come to see me again?" she asked softly, a hint of helplessness and struggle in her voice.
Shen Qingchen took a small step forward, but didn't dare to get too close, for fear of disturbing her. "Because I love you, I have never stopped." He said firmly, "I know I have hurt you before, and I regret it deeply. These days, I have been reflecting on it, and I know how wrong I was. Please give me a chance to make up for my mistakes."
Tears welled up in Jiang Zhi's eyes. She raised her head and looked at the sky, trying hard to hold back the tears. "The past is the past, and we can't go back." She bit her lip and said, trying to make her tone sound more resolute.
A look of pain appeared on Shen Qingchen's face. He knew that it would not be easy to win Jiang Zhi's heart back. But he did not intend to give up. He took out a small box from his pocket and opened it. Inside was an exquisite ring. This ring was the wedding ring when they got married, and he had kept it carefully.
"Jiang Zhi, this ring represents the promise we once made. I know I am not qualified to ask you to wear it again now, but I hope you can see my determination. I am willing to spend my whole life to make up for the harm I have done to you. No matter what you need me to do, I am willing to do it." Shen Qingchen said sincerely, his eyes full of expectation and uneasiness.
Jiang Zhi looked at the ring, a pang of pain piercing her heart. She recalled the happy scene of their wedding and the beautiful vision she had once held for this relationship. She was caught in a fierce struggle, on the one hand the pain of the past, on the other the deep affection and persistence of the man before her.
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