Chapter 55 The Beauty in White "Jiang Shiyu, you're here so early in the morning..."
That night, the rain outside did not let up; in fact, it seemed to be getting heavier.
The air became more humid, thick with fog.
The torrential rain that had lasted all night finally stopped at dawn.
The rain has stopped and the sky is clear.
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The next day, when Shen Cen woke up, he felt as if he had been smashed apart and then put back together. His limbs and joints ached so much that he couldn't move.
The two hadn't been intimate for a while, and last night they couldn't resist, wishing they could meld each other into their very bones.
"Don't go, let me hold you a little longer."
She only shifted her position slightly before the man pulled her back into his arms, his voice, with its distinctive morning tone, whispering in her ear.
"I'm not leaving." She turned over to face Jiang Shiyu.
The two were almost completely naked, their skin pressed together, and they could clearly feel each other's body temperature.
She traced the man's handsome face with her hand, "Jiang Shiyu, I feel like I'm dreaming."
"Hmm?" The man's palm covered her waist, hot and burning. "I can't believe it, we're back together?"
“Hmm,” Shen Cen also reached out and wrapped her arms around the man’s firm abdomen, “and I can hardly believe that you’ve had a crush on me for over ten years.”
"I've liked such a wonderful person for over ten years. No matter how you look at it, I'm the one who's benefiting."
"You're so glib." Shen Cen was amused by Jiang Shiyu's words. "But from now on, don't hide anything from me, okay?"
She didn't want any more misunderstandings between the two of them.
"Okay, whatever you say." Jiang Shiyu got ready. "Should I get up and make you breakfast?"
"No, I want to hold you." Shen Cen snuggled closer to Jiang Shiyu in a coquettish manner.
Suddenly, she bumped into something, her face instantly turning red. "You, you, you, what are you doing so early in the morning..."
Jiang Shiyu was quite frank, "It's normal. And..."
A pair of captivating, alluring eyes blossomed with a smile, "Baby, you seem to..."
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This absurd morning didn't end until Jiang Shiyu threw the blanket, which looked like it had been pulled out of the water, into the washing machine and then carefully wiped it clean for Chen Cenzi.
"I'll have someone retrieve your things from Wen Jie's house. Xiao Cen, from now on, don't leave me again, okay?"
Shen Cen leaned against the bed and nodded. After telling Wen Jie yesterday that she wouldn't be coming home that night, Wen Jie knew that the two of them had made up and also learned that Jiang Shiyu had secretly loved Shen Cen for over ten years. She had just sent a message saying that she had packed Shen Cen's suitcase and was just waiting for her to come and pick it up.
When He Yan brought over the suitcase, he saw that Shen Cen and Jiang Shiyu had made up, and he breathed a sigh of relief. When the two were arguing, Jiang Shiyu took on a lot of work, and as Jiang Shiyu's special assistant, he naturally followed his boss and got busy as well.
He hadn't been this busy since he started working for Jiang Shiyu.
Before He Yan left, Shen Cen joked, "He Yan, you work so hard, does Boss Jiang give you two salaries?"
One copy of the light, one copy of the thrill.
Regarding salary, Jiang Shiyu never shortchanged He Yan, with an annual salary always starting at a million, and he would also give him a raise and bonus from time to time. He Yan chuckled and said, "Then Boss Shen, please put in a good word for me with the boss and ask him to give me a bigger year-end bonus."
Shen Cen covered her mouth and chuckled, then looked at Jiang Shiyu, "What does Boss Jiang think?"
Jiang Shiyu affectionately hugged Shen Cen: "Add more. Boss Shen has spoken, so we must add more."
He Yan thanked them happily and left.
He had silently prayed a thousand times in his heart, "Ah, please, Boss Shen and Boss Jiang, stop arguing! May you always be happy like this! If they are happy, then my happy life will begin!"
After He Yan left, Jiang Shiyu gently pinched Shen Cen's waist: "You heartless little thing, why didn't you say a word about how hard I've worked? I have two jobs too."
Shen Cen looked Jiang Shiyu up and down with a "you deserve it" gaze: "You still have the nerve to say that..."
“Chen Cen, back then, in order not to miss you, I rushed back to Siji every day after getting off work at Guangyi, and finally you, you little ungrateful thing, came to visit.”
"So, what did you feel the moment you saw me come in?" Shen Cen asked Jiang Shiyu earnestly, resting her chin on her hand.
"Nervous, expectant, and very uncertain, because I don't know if this will be your last time stepping into Siji. But—"
"Jiang Shiyu, don't keep me in suspense."
Jiang Shiyu couldn't help but smile, even looking quite smug: "But soon, I'll be confident."
"Because I noticed that Teacher Shen's gaze kept glancing in my direction."
"At that moment, I knew, yes, being handsome is definitely an advantage."
"It could even entice Teacher Shen to ask me for a drink, and even after she was drunk..."
Shen Cen immediately covered his mouth: "Jiang Shiyu, you shameless person!"
Jiang Shiyu smiled and grabbed Shen Cen's hand tightly: "I want it. This face can attract Teacher Shen, of course I want it."
"Sharp-tongued, glib-tongued... um..."
Jiang Shiyu looked at the woman's small mouth that opened and closed in front of him.
They were chattering away, saying how beautiful she was, so I couldn't resist kissing her.
After a long while, the two reluctantly parted ways. Jiang Shiyu pulled her into his arms and said, "After dinner tonight, let's go back to Jingnan Town."
"Jingnan Town?"
"Yes, to finish some things that haven't been finished yet."
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The night was as dark as ink, and the black Maybach came to a steady stop beside a stone bridge.
Although she had already guessed that Jiang Shiyu was coming to propose, and that he would definitely recreate the proposal scene she had drawn.
However, when he actually saw this scene in front of him, Shen Cen was still so shocked that his mind went blank.
Jiang Shiyu is incredibly meticulous; he replicated every detail flawlessly. In particular, there's even lisianthus, which isn't normally found this season.
Her throat began to ache, and Chen Cen tilted her head back slightly to prevent tears from falling and ruining her makeup.
“Chen Cen”.
Jiang Shiyu approached Shen Cen from behind, holding a bouquet of Fairy Kiss roses. The moment Shen Cen turned around, he immediately knelt on one knee.
"Would you like to hear some of my innermost thoughts?"
"think."
Shen Cen covered half of her face with her hands, but still couldn't hide her sobs.
"This year marks the seventeenth year since we met, and also the seventeenth year since I've liked you."
Actually, when I was little, I didn't know what liking someone meant. I just thought that little girl with pigtails was so cute. Whenever she appeared, my eyes seemed to automatically ignore everyone else and only saw her.
Because of you, I've discovered that this world is truly vibrant and colorful. I'll start paying attention to the bouquets of flowers in florist windows, imagining how happy you'll be when you receive them. I'll start noticing every blade of grass and every brick and tile in the park, because I believe that one day we'll walk hand in hand through these places, and they will all become part of our beautiful memories.
Shen Cen, you taught me how to love someone. Because of you, I am more complete. Perhaps I was born to make this world have one more person who loves you even more.
This year marks the seventeenth year I've loved you, and the first year you've loved me. I've finally found this mutual love.
You once asked me if waiting for you was hard. Shen Cen, how could loving you be a hard thing? It's like breathing, it's become a vital and indispensable part of my life, so how could I feel hard? I only feel happy. Shen Cen, loving you is the happiest thing in the world.
They always say I'm indifferent to everything, like an emotionless robot. Maybe it's because I've reserved all my emotions for you alone. And even if I were a robot, my programming would definitely be set to love Chen Cen.
Forgive my poor tongue; I can't utter the most beautiful words of love in the world. But I will show you the answer with my actions. So, will you marry me and spend your life watching me solve this proof problem perfectly?
Shen Cen had been trying to hold back her tears, but the moment Jiang Shiyu spoke, the tears she had been holding back for so long finally streamed down her face. Especially when she noticed that Jiang Shiyu's voice and his hands were trembling uncontrollably, she cried even harder.
It turns out that there really is someone in this world who has loved her for so many years.
"Jiang Shiyu, I do." She took the bouquet and plunged into the embrace of love.
In the distance, fireworks bloomed against the thick night sky, like twinkling stars.
The happiness that Shen Cen once thought was unattainable is now within reach.
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Five days after the proposal, an interview video was quietly released online. Within minutes, it caused quite a stir and quickly went viral across the internet.
This is the first public interview given by Jiang Shiyu, founder and CEO of Guangyi Technology. The interviewer was Wen Jie.
Keywords related to Guangyi Technology quickly topped the charts on major media platforms, and without exception, they were followed by a series of "explosive" entries.
#Founder of Guangyi Technology Makes First Public Appearance#
#Guangyi CEO's good looks#
#President of Guangyi Technology Recalls His Unrequited Love Experience#
...
In the video, the refined and handsome man speaks eloquently and with extraordinary poise, answering each interview question calmly and deliberately. The interviewing editor also demonstrates exceptional professionalism, asking each question appropriately. The entire interview video quickly became regarded as a textbook example in the industry.
When asked why Guangyi Technology, which focuses on historical mobile games, would choose to release a dating simulation game and achieve such remarkable success, Jiang Shiyu said:
"It's because of my wife. She taught me what love is and how to love, which is why I was able to make this game, which is named after love, the best it can be."
When I saw this interview, Shen Cen was sitting in a taxi.
Shen Cen was not surprised that Jiang Shiyu would reveal his identity, because he had hidden everything before because of Shen Cen.
But I didn't expect it to be announced so quickly. I even remember her casually mentioning that Wen Jie was extremely disappointed because she couldn't get an exclusive interview with the president of Guangyi.
Just then, Jiang Shiyu's phone rang.
Shen Cen: "I saw the interview."
Jiang Shiyu: "How do you think it looks? Does my wife's outfit suit me?"
Shen Cen thought Jiang Shiyu would ask her about the specifics, but she didn't expect his focus to be on this. "If I had known you were going to give an interview, I would have helped you put together a more formal outfit."
Jiang Shiyu: "What's wrong with that?"
Shen Cen: "Black shirt, thin-rimmed glasses, it's a bit..."
She recalled a comment she had just seen in the comments section: "He's a bit too much like a married man."
Jiang Shiyu: "He's a married man anyway, fine."
Shen Cen's lips had grown into a wide grin that stretched to his ears: "Alright then. By the way, you've arrived in New York?"
Jiang Shiyu gave a soft "Mmm," and said, "I just got off the plane. I'll rest for a bit and then go buy you a gift."
Bringing gifts for Shen Cen when I go on business trips has become a habit.
Shen Cen: "Thank you, President Jiang!"
Jiang Shiyu: "Are you on your way?"
He heard loud horn noises coming from her side.
Shen Cen: "I have something to take care of."
Jiang Shiyu: "Okay, be careful and go home early."
Shen Cen: "You too, things are different abroad than at home, be careful."
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"Xiao Cen, I'm sorry I'm late."
Half an hour later, Lu Baichuan walked into the coffee shop, which was already twenty minutes past the time he had agreed with Shen Cen.
He casually ordered a hot latte, noticing that Shen Cen only had an Americano in his hand, and then added a piece of blueberry cake.
"How about I order you a cake as an apology for being late?"
Lu Baichuan's eyes relaxed, and his smile was always as warm as a spring breeze, making people unconsciously feel close to him.
Shen Cen stared into those smiling eyes for a long time, yet a sense of unfamiliarity welled up inside her. She gripped the coffee cup in her hand tightly, but finally managed a smile: "Okay."
Lu Baichuan keenly noticed that Shen Cen's smile seemed forced, assuming it was because she was upset about his lateness, so he explained gently:
“Xiao Cen, I only recently took over Ruichuang. The board of directors is watching me closely, and I’ve been on edge the whole time, not daring to make a single mistake. I was just dealing with a contract, which is why I’m late. You can understand, right? Don’t worry, as long as you want to see me, I will definitely come to see you no matter how busy I am. My sister will always be the most important person to me.”
Shen Cen took a sip of coffee. "Brother, I understand you."
"That's good..." Lu Baichuan pushed the blueberry cake that had just been served in front of Shen Cen, "Try it quickly."
Shen Cen took it, scooped out a small piece with a spoon, and put it in her mouth. Perhaps the blueberry jam was too sweet, as it was so cloying that Shen Cen's throat hurt a little. She immediately took a sip of Americano to slightly reduce the sweetness.
"How about it? I remember you love sweets the most. Before, even before your birthday, you would always look forward to the cake."
Lu Baichuan began to talk about some things from his childhood, but for some reason, the conversation eventually drifted to Jiang Shiyu.
"Did you see that interview video today? That Jiang Shiyu is so good at creating a doting husband persona for himself, even though..."
Shen Cen knew what Lu Baichuan was about to say, sighed, and interrupted him: "Brother, Jiang Shiyu and I have made up."
"Smack—"
The coffee spoon in Lu Baichuan's hand fell heavily onto the plate and shattered in two.
"You've made up? Xiao Cen, he's always treated you as a substitute, how can you make up with him?"
Lu Baichuan raised his voice several decibels, and although there weren't many people in the coffee shop, it still attracted several people to turn around frequently.
Realizing his mistake, he lowered his voice: "Sorry, Xiao Cen, I acted impulsively, but how could you make up with Jiang Shiyu? He's not someone you should entrust your life to."
“Brother,” Shen Cen put down his coffee cup, “Actually, the person Jiang Shiyu has had a crush on for many years is me.”
"What?" Lu Baichuan was shocked again. "Xiao Cen, is Jiang Shiyu lying to you? You two just met not long ago, right? Don't be fooled by his sweet talk."
Shen Cen got straight to the point: "Brother, the reason I asked you out today is actually to ask you a question: were you the one who replied to Jiang Shiyu's text message back then?"
Lu Baichuan frowned. "Xiao Cen, what are you saying? I don't understand."
But before he could finish speaking, a long-forgotten memory suddenly flooded into Lu Baichuan's mind. His head felt like it had been stabbed hard, and he began to feel dizzy.
Could it be that Jiang Shiyu is that...?
"After I finished my college entrance exam, someone left a bouquet of flowers and a card on my desk. Brother, if I remember correctly, you tidied up all my things in the classroom that day, so you must have seen it, right?"
“Xiao Cen…”
Lu Baichuan had a million things he wanted to say to explain, but seeing Shen Cen's undisguised disappointment, all his words stuck in his throat.
In the end, he only said one sentence: "Xiao Cen, please forgive my selfishness."
The two stared at each other in silence for several minutes. Then, as if giving up on himself, Lu Baichuan continued, "Xiao Cen, all these years, have you never known my feelings?"
Although she had been having vague suspicions in her mind over the past few days, hearing Lu Baichuan admit it himself still had a great impact on Shen Cen.
In her view, the two of them had only ever interacted like normal siblings over the years, without any overstepping of boundaries. She shook her head: "Brother, I'm sorry, but in my heart, you're like my own brother."
“Xiao Cen.” Lu Baichuan lowered his eyes in pain. “Why? Even though you and Jiang Shiyu knew each other when you were young, you only reunited for half a year. But I’ve lived with you for so many years. Why did you fall in love with him so easily and never give me a chance?”
“Brother,” Shen Cen paused, “you know what? I’ve never liked anything too sweet since I was little. The reason I like birthday cakes is because I look forward to my birthday and to making a wish on it.”
Lu Baichuan suddenly gave a self-deprecating laugh, "I understand."
"So, you invited me here today just to question me on behalf of Jiang Shiyu and demand an explanation for what happened back then?"
"Brother, it's not about questioning, I just want to give an answer to the most innocent person in this incident."
“Okay,” Lu Baichuan nodded. “Xiao Cen, please apologize to Jiang Shiyu on my behalf.”
"Okay." Now that she had received an answer, Shen Cen naturally wouldn't linger any longer. She picked up her wool coat from the back of the chair, stood up, and said, "Brother, I won't keep you from your work any longer. I'll head back now."
Before leaving, Lu Baichuan called out to her, "I heard from Mom that your wedding is on the 9th. I'm sorry, I have to go on a business trip that day and I'm afraid I can't make it. I wish you a happy marriage in advance."
Between adults, some things don't need to be explicitly stated. Having come this far, Shen Cen understood Lu Baichuan's meaning. Since Lu Baichuan chose not to attend her wedding, it meant that their sibling relationship could never be the same again; this rift could never be closed.
"Okay, I understand."
Stepping out of the coffee shop, Chen Cen stood at the doorway. She tilted her head back, gazing at the sky, lost in thought for a long time before finally taking out her phone and sending a message to Jiang Shiyu:
[Jiang Shiyu, I'll explain the matter of that text message from back then to you when you have time.]
However, by evening, Jiang Shiyu still hadn't replied to the message.
At first, Shen Cen thought Jiang Shiyu was too busy with work at the US branch to check his phone, but she still felt something was off, since Jiang Shiyu would always find time to reply to her messages, no matter how busy he was.
On the morning of the third day, the last message in their chat was still from Shen Cen.
Shen Cen started to panic. She made countless calls to Jiang Shiyu, but no one answered.
Jiang Shiyu didn't take Fu Cheng, He Yan, or anyone else with him on his trip to New York. Similarly, they couldn't contact Jiang Shiyu either. When they called the branch office, they were told that Jiang Shiyu hadn't been there at all in the past few days.
Shen Cen held her phone almost absentmindedly for three days, and it wasn't until the evening of the third day that she received a call from He Yan.
He Yan's words plunged her into an icy abyss.
"Boss Shen, the boss... something happened to him."
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Author's Note: The main story will be finished this week! [Rainbow smile] Are there any side stories you'd like to see? Leave a comment below the pinned post, and I'll pick a few that inspire me to write!
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