Shen Zhi Qiu lowered her head and took a bite of the steak. It was slightly overcooked, but she still praised it earnestly, saying, "It's delicious!"
Lu Jia saw through her thoughts and couldn't help but laugh, "You're pregnant now, and the doctor told you that you absolutely can't eat raw food, so I cooked it well-done, a little more than you like."
After speaking, Lu Jia stood up and placed a cup of hot flower tea next to Shen Zhi Qiu. Shen Zhi Qiu subconsciously reached out to take it, and their hands touched.
Lu Jia's fingers immediately curled up, and she politely tried to withdraw them, saying softly, "Sorry."
Shen Zhi Qiu pursed her lips, naturally took his hand, and looked at him intently.
Lu Jia looked up in surprise, then glanced at the clasped hands on the table in disbelief. After realizing what was happening, she gently took Shen Zhi Qiu's hand in her own, treating it as if it were a precious treasure.
This was the first time Lu Jia had held her hand.
Normally, when Lu Jia helped Shen Zhi Qiu, he was always extra careful, always supporting her arm through her clothes, afraid of offending her. It could be said that the two of them had never had such an intimate action before.
Suddenly, Lu Jia noticed out of the corner of her eye that Aunt Zhao was still cleaning not far away, and she couldn't help but frown. After all, Shen Zhi Qiu was not divorced yet, and if word got out, it would affect her reputation.
This was something he didn't want to see, and he immediately wanted to pull his hand back.
Shen Zhi Qiu noticed his worry, looked up at him with a sweet smile, and placed her other hand on the back of his hand, saying softly, "I know your concerns, and I know you mean well."
But I don't want to make you feel wronged. I've thought about this a lot lately.
Especially after my parents agreed to the divorce, I felt much more relieved, and my last bit of worry and anxiety was gone.
Lu Jia gazed at Shen Zhi Qiu's face. The pale yellow candlelight added a touch of warmth to her face, and Lu Jia was momentarily dazed.
"Zhiqiu, why don't you pinch me hard? I feel like I'm dreaming, am I still half asleep?"
As he spoke, Lu Jia shook his head vigorously, his arms swaying as he did so.
Shen Zhi Qiu playfully slapped the back of his hand, pretending to pull her hand away, "Then keep dreaming, wake up now!"
Lu Jiayi was anxious and tightly gripped the fingers that were trying to pull away, murmuring, "Zhi Qiu, do you know? I've been waiting for this day for so long, so long that I thought I might never see it come."
Shen Zhi Qiu pursed her lips, her mood slightly downcast. "I'm sorry."
I know you've been waiting for me. But I'm not divorced yet. So, I shouldn't have done this...
As Shen Zhi Qiu spoke, her head drooped lower and lower; she felt that she was not good enough for such a wonderful person as Lu Jia.
"I can wait for you."
Lu Jia looked at her tenderly, gently squeezed her palm, and said with a smile:
We continued to get along as usual.
I will still be your good friend, and I will always be there to take care of you and accompany you. Nothing will change.
Since the divorce is a done deal, you shouldn't feel any guilt. For me, all of this is entirely of my own free will.
Shen Zhi Qiu raised her head, her eyes already red, and the next second, tears slid down her face.
Lu Jia frowned slightly, feeling a pang of heartache.
He released Shen Zhi Qiu's hand, stood up, and walked around to Shen Zhi Qiu's side.
Lu Jia knelt down, took out a tissue and gently wiped away Shen Zhi Qiu's tears. He stroked her hair and said softly, "Zhi Qiu, thank you for being the first person you thought of when you needed help the most."
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be by your side.
Thank you for making me feel so happy.
"I just feel so sorry for you." Shen Zhi Qiu said, her voice choked with emotion, as she grabbed Lu Jia's arm.
Lu Jia felt a pang of sadness as he felt Shen Zhi Qiu's tears soaking his sleeves. He bent down and gently embraced Shen Zhi Qiu.
Feeling the person in his arms suddenly stiffen, Lu Jia smiled and gently placed Shen Zhi Qiu's head on his shoulder, softly coaxing, "If you cry again, there won't be any more cake to eat!"
"Aren't you annoying?!" Shen Zhi Qiu burst out laughing and pushed Lu Jia away.
Lu Jia lowered her head and smiled, pulling Shen Zhi Qiu back into her arms, her eyes curving into crescent shapes. "Zhi Qiu, I feel very happy."
Lu Jia's voice was gentle, as if it had been rolled in honey.
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhi Qiu cautiously tugged at Lu Jia's sleeve and secretly looked up at him.
Lu Jia gently patted her head, "Are you full? If you are, let's go inside."
"Didn't you say there would be dessert too?" Shen Zhi Qiu pouted unhappily.
"The dessert is in the fridge, shall we go in first?"
Lu Jia reached out his hand, hesitated for a moment, and was about to withdraw it when Shen Zhi Qiu directly took his hand.
Lu Jia carefully moved the chair legs away, and the two walked into the living room.
At the entrance of the villa.
After finishing his overtime work, Rong Mo rushed over from the company, wanting to see Shen Zhi Qiu before going home with peace of mind.
As soon as he entered, Rong Mo's gaze fell on the two people's hands, which were clasped tightly together.
He paused, unconsciously frowned, and then looked up at Lu Jia.
Lu Jia felt a little uncomfortable under his gaze. She thought that perhaps Rong Mo would feel uncomfortable because Shen Zhi Qiu was not divorced yet, so she subconsciously thought of letting go of his hand first.
Shen Zhi Qiu smiled, gripped his hand tighter, and looked at Rong Mo with a smile, saying, "Brother, why are you here so late? Are you tired? Have something to drink first." As she spoke, she asked Aunt Zhao to make some tea.
Sensing Shen Zhi Qiu's determination, Lu Jia couldn't help but smile slightly.
"I was working late and wanted to go home first, but I felt more at ease coming to see you." Rong Mo withdrew his gaze and replied gently.
"By the way, Zhi Qiu, there's something I need to tell you."
After Rong Mo sat down, he leisurely took a sip of tea. "I asked Wei Qiao to ask the doctor. Gu Qingyan's wound is healing better than expected. Tomorrow is Sunday and he doesn't have to work, so I've already asked Wei Qiao to tell him to go to the Civil Affairs Bureau early the day after tomorrow."
Shen Zhi Qiu was somewhat surprised, not expecting it to go so smoothly, and couldn't help but smile, "Thank you, brother."
Lu Jia breathed a sigh of relief, her gaze softening as she looked at Shen Zhi Qiu, her eyes filled with undisguised tenderness.
Rong Mo took everything in. He coughed lightly and said, "Be careful until you get the divorce certificate. But, there's nothing to worry about at home," before getting up to take his leave.
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