More and more green light spread outward from deep within the grove.
A single firefly may seem insignificant, but when combined, they create a dreamlike and enchanting scene.
Tiny, but not insignificant.
Seeing this scene, the old man was very proud.
"Don't let our somewhat dilapidated appearance fool you; only truly pollution-free places are suitable for fireflies to inhabit. Please help us spread the word when you go back..."
Lin Zhenzhen got off Yu Jiamu, took his hand, and led him to the table.
The old man knew that this was about to get down to business, so he quickly shut his mouth, composed himself, and became dignified.
The two stood facing each other, holding hands.
Lin Zhenzhen looked up at him, her eyes crinkling with laughter, which made Yu Jiamu's lips also curl upwards.
"Ahem." The old man cleared his throat and said in a serious tone.
"Groom, do you take this bride to be your wife?"
Lin Zhenzhen was taken aback.
That's a mispronunciation; they're only engaged, not married.
She was about to correct him when Yu Jiamu's reply was even faster than her reaction.
"I do."
Lin Zhenzhen blinked, trying to calm her racing heart.
Yu Jiamu repeated, "I am willing to marry Ling Zhen."
"Whether in good times or bad, in health or sickness, we will care for her, love her, and never abandon her?"
Yu Jiamu gripped Lin Zhenzhen's hand tightly, looked into her eyes, and said, word by word.
"Whether in good times or bad, in health or sickness, I, Yu Jiamu, will take care of her, love her, and never abandon her."
The old man turned to look at Lin Zhenzhen.
"Bride, do you take this groom to be your husband?"
Lin Zhenzhen did not react; all that could be heard around her was the chirping of insects.
She lowered her eyes slightly, avoiding Yu Jiamu's burning gaze.
Just then, two fireflies flew one after the other between the two.
The old man thought she hadn't heard him clearly, so he raised his voice and repeated it.
"Bride, do you take this groom to be your husband?"
Lin Zhenzhen suddenly reached out and pressed down on the back of Yu Jiamu's head.
When he realized what was happening, he cupped her face in his hands and deepened the kiss.
Watching the two embracing and kissing, the old man chuckled and muttered, "Looks like she's willing."
He walked away silently, leaving only the young couple and the fireflies that filled the mountains and fields.
[Ding! Congratulations, host. Chen Houwen has died despite all efforts to save him. Revenge progress bar +5, current progress 100/100.]
[A new small world is about to open. Please prepare to jump to it.]
Lin Zhenzhen opened her eyes and looked at the face so close to hers.
[System, I'd like to say a few words to him.]
The voice in my head paused for a moment, then replied: "[Okay, but please ensure the stability of the small world is maintained.]"
A dazzling, multicolored light flashed before her eyes, and a strange coolness came from her throat.
Lin Zhenzhen pushed Yu Jiamu away.
He opened his eyes, a trace of lingering desire still present in them.
Did I hurt you?
Lin Zhenzhen shook her head and reached out to touch his face.
He called softly, "Yu Jiamu."
Yu Jiamu suddenly opened his eyes wide, his pupils contracting.
"Don't ask questions yet, listen to me."
"This may be a little hard to understand, but you should listen carefully to what I'm about to say."
Too shocked to think clearly, Yu Jiamu temporarily lost the ability to think.
His lips parted slightly, and the light in his eyes trembled violently.
Lin Zhenzhen forced a smile and said, "I'm leaving."
Before she could finish speaking, her wrist was grabbed.
Yu Jiamu instinctively retorted, "You're not allowed to leave."
Do you know what I mean when I say I'm leaving?
Yu Jiamu tightened his grip on his hands: "I don't know."
"But you can't leave me."
This is a bit tricky.
Lin Zhenzhen could only lower her voice and whisper, "You're hurting me."
Yu Jiamu did indeed let go, but his arm still loosely encircled her, keeping her within his protective range.
An unprecedented panic rose within him.
For some reason, he felt that this scene had happened many times before.
And now, it's time to say goodbye again.
A hint of anxiety appeared on Lin Zhenzhen's face, as if she were being urged on by something.
"I left you a letter."
"I wrote my secret in that letter. I will come back to you when you receive it."
Yu Jiamu opened his mouth, but did not interrupt her.
"But you must do as I say."
"First, take back the shares of the Yu family and defeat Yu Jiaheng."
"Secondly, please take good care of my grandfather for me."
"Third, do not look for me, and do not dwell on me. Pretend I was never here, and live your lives well."
Upon hearing the last sentence, Yu Jiamu's shoulders trembled violently.
Lin Zhenzhen felt a pang of pity, but she could only force herself not to look at his face.
She is a transmigrator, caught in a cycle of transmigration, and ultimately she must leave this place.
But Yu Jiamu is different; he belongs to this little world.
Lin Zhenzhen could only comfort herself by giving herself enough motivation and hope.
Time will heal all these wounds.
"If you can't do these three things, you won't receive that letter, and we'll never see each other again."
Yu Jiamu staggered.
His tall frame looked so frail at that moment, as if it would collapse at any moment.
Will you really come back?
Lin Zhenzhen smiled and said, "Of course."
"Didn't I keep my promise to watch fireflies together?"
Yu Jiamu's mind was a complete mess; he couldn't recall a single memory of fireflies.
[Five minutes remaining before the jump.]
"Hold me and sleep for a while."
Lin Zhenzhen suddenly leaned lazily against him.
Yu Jiamu put his arm around her and sat on the wooden table where they had just exchanged vows.
In the silence, he felt the hole deep within his soul growing larger and larger.
It almost swallowed him whole.
[Countdown begins, ten, nine...]
The person in his arms suddenly sat up, kissed his ear, and then whispered a few words.
Yu Jiamu's eyes flickered, and he hugged her even tighter.
[Three, two, one, jump to the next page!]
The person in my arms quieted down.
There was no sound, no movement, not even breathing.
As if his strength had been exhausted, Yu Jiamu tumbled to the ground with her in his arms.
The sky above was filled with twinkling stars, but on this day, he lost his own star.
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