Shen Jinchen took the slightly wrinkled box, his heart trembling violently.
Luo Jiu stared at him, rubbed her sore eyes, her eyes full of anticipation.
"Try it, I made it with care."
Chen Jinchen mechanically opened the box, didn't even look at it, and stuffed it into his mouth, his eyes constantly fixed on Luo Jiu.
He scrutinized every inch of her skin, every pupil, and every look in her eyes.
"How is it? Is it delicious?"
He nodded, the chocolate melting on his tongue, but he could no longer taste it.
His heart was filled with something so full that even if Luo Jiu gave him poison, he could drink it without changing his expression.
Luo Jiu was his ray of hope and his moral bottom line.
She's so wonderful, I really want to hide her away, away from all the filth, and let her only have eyes for me.
"What's wrong? Are you unhappy?"
Luo Jiu noticed Shen Jinchen's almost pathological gaze, which seemed to hold a wild beast that would burst out and tear everything to shreds if not carefully watched.
She was somewhat frightened, but upon closer inspection, there was nothing there; everything was calm, as if it were all just her hallucination.
No, I'm very happy.
Shen Jinchen casually patted her head as usual, a faint smile appearing on his lips, the same smile Luo Jiu was used to.
But where Luo Jiu couldn't see, her hands unconsciously clenched tightly, drawing a trickle of blood.
"I also ordered a cake. Birthdays always need some kind of ceremony."
Luo Jiu affectionately put her arm around Shen Jinchen's wrist and slowly walked towards the elevator.
"See, I still really like you..."
"Um……"
Shen Jinchen smiled gently, took Luo Jiu's hand, and unconsciously tightened his grip.
"Quick, make a wish."
Luo Jiu, with Shen Jinchen's doting affection, put on a hat that was completely out of place with Shen Jinchen's temperament.
The words "Happy birthday" flashed with colorful light, which was somewhat comical and fun.
The candle burned, illuminating this small corner of the world.
Luo Jiu's face appeared soft in the candlelight, all her sharp edges were softened, and she was as gentle as an elf who had strayed into the mortal world.
"You can't say it out loud, or it won't work."
Since I was born, I've never had such a childish birthday. But the feeling of being cared for and cherished is inexplicably wonderful.
Shen Jinchen looked at Luo Jiu with extremely gentle eyes. He smiled and, at Luo Jiu's urging, closed his eyes.
He always knew how dirty and filthy the entertainment industry was, but he never imagined that such a thing would happen to the girl he liked the most.
For the first time, Chen Jinchen, who had always believed only in himself, was so devout.
May my beloved live a long and worry-free life, and enjoy peace and tranquility throughout their life.
It was late at night, and the entire neighborhood was shrouded in silence and darkness.
This day was incredibly "fulfilling" for Luo Jiu. After celebrating Shen Jinchen's birthday, a wave of drowsiness washed over her, and she collapsed onto the sofa.
After tidying up, Chen Jinchen saw Luo Jiu lying on the sofa, with the big dog Maoqiu squatting in front of her, its wet tongue slowly licking Luo Jiu's palm. Its big eyes seemed to be wondering why its mother wasn't playing with it anymore.
At this moment, Shen Jinchen finally remembered his dog, whom he had forgotten for a long time. He filled his dog bowl with dog food and patted the furry ball's head.
"Furry, let's eat. Don't disturb Mom's rest."
Shen Jinchen picked up Luo Jiu and placed her on the bed in the bedroom.
The soft, warm light shone on Luo Jiu's fair face. Because she had been drinking, her face was flushed with a faint blush, and there was a little bit of cream on the tip of her nose, making her look incredibly cute.
The bed curtains were filled with his own scent, giving Shen Jinchen a morbid pleasure, as if he had possessed Luo Jiu completely, making her reek of his fragrance.
Shen Jinchen leaned over, planted a kiss on her forehead, tucked her in, and slowly walked out.
On a late autumn night, a cool breeze blows, making the quiet night exceptionally sobering.
A moment later, Shen Jinchen took out his phone and made a call.
"Second brother, please help me investigate what happened to Luo Jiu during the day."
The person opposite him said something, and Shen Jinchen's lips curled into a smile, his black eyes appearing particularly eerie in the pitch-black night.
"Since she likes to play the victim so much, then I'll give her a hand. I don't want that person to ever appear in front of me again."
...
A ray of morning sunlight shone on Luo Jiu's face, making her open her eyes with some difficulty.
Looking around, I found the environment somewhat unfamiliar. It seems much larger now?
Somewhat puzzled, she got out of bed, but before she even stepped out of the room, she heard the sound of stir-frying coming from the kitchen.
Shen Jinchen was wearing a dark brown apron, his five fingers resting on the spatula, constantly stirring. Someone once said that men who do housework are the most charming, and Luo Jiu wholeheartedly agreed, deciding to give him a thumbs up.
As if sensing something, Shen Jinchen suddenly turned his head, meeting Luo Jiu's gaze. He smiled faintly:
"It'll be ready soon. Go wash up and you can have breakfast."
Luo Jiu nodded and went to the sink. Seeing that there was more and more foam in her mouth, she couldn't help but smile foolishly at herself in the mirror.
Why does this feel like an old married couple? But it's strangely heartwarming.
When Luo Jiu returned to the restaurant, a sumptuous breakfast was already laid out on the table, and without exception, it was all Luo Jiu's favorite food.
She took a sip of soy milk, glanced at Shen Jinchen discreetly, and when he didn't react, she glanced at him again.
"What's wrong?"
When Luo Jiu looked at him for the third time, Shen Jinchen finally asked.
"I..."
Luo Jiu didn't know how to start the conversation. Waking up to find herself in her boyfriend's room was indeed a bit awkward.
It's quite embarrassing that I was knocked out by just one glass of alcohol. Drinking can lead to trouble; the ancients were right.
Chen Jinchen chuckled softly, his eyes looking at Luo Jiu with a half-smile.
"Last night...you were drunk...and then..."
"Then?"
Looking at Shen Jinchen's ambiguous gaze, Luo Jiu's memory began to falter. She seemed to only remember getting drunk and then falling asleep on the sofa…
Could it be... that I did something shocking while drunk?
"I wanted to pick you up, but you wouldn't let go once you held on. You buried your head in my chest..."
"Stop, stop, stop..."
Luo Jiu's face turned completely red. "How could I possibly save face saying all this to my face?"
"You haven't finished yet..."
“Last night you not only wouldn’t let go, but you kept calling my name…”
"Brother Chen..."
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