Zhan Xiuchen noticed that Shi Nian seemed to have gained some weight.
Her complexion has improved a lot.
And hair.
Her hair wasn't as dry and yellow anymore.
That's normal.
Previously, in the slums, Shi Nian worked day and night to make a living and pay for her grandmother's medical expenses.
Although she is young, she is already worn out.
Now that they've arrived at Baiyu Palace, even without any special care, simply returning to a normal life can significantly improve their condition.
"Has anyone told you that you've become more beautiful?" Zhan Xiuchen suddenly asked.
Shi Nian: "........."
Has she become more beautiful?
“No,” Shi Nian said. “Mr. Zhan, you are the first person to say that.”
Zhan Xiu smiled.
It's clear that Shi Nian wasn't very interested in the changes to her appearance.
So she didn't pick up on that topic, but instead said, "Mr. Zhan, you're just a congressman and a businessman, yet you've been able to propose such a beneficial policy for the slums. So if you were the president..."
Shi Nian did not continue speaking.
But her gaze grew even more intense.
Countless starlight converged within it.
And that starlight represents hope, a yearning for something beautiful.
Zhan Xiuchen understood the thoughts that came to mind.
He knew even better that Shi Nian's thinking was too simplistic.
A businessman and a legislator simply do not have the ability to implement this policy that benefits the poor.
He was able to do it precisely because he was president.
But as a president, this is all he can do for now.
Shi Nian didn't understand politics.
She was unaware of the cruelty of politics and the trade-offs involved.
That's why she thought the president was a one-man show.
If I become president, I can turn the entire country of A upside down.
But Zhan Xiuchen was unwilling to shatter Shi Nian's beautiful fantasy and expectation.
He even followed up on Shi Nian's topic, asking, "Shi Nian, what is your ideal country, Country A, like?"
Shi Nian's breathing was a little heavy.
After waiting for a while, she finally spoke.
When she spoke, her voice was soft, but every word and every sentence was powerful: "The country I yearn for, Country A, is one where the elderly are cared for, the young are nurtured, and everyone is equal."
At this point, Shi Nian paused.
She said, "Mr. Zhan, it's not that I only thought this way because you asked me this question. I've always had this idea, but I used to think it was just a fantasy."
“This damn fantasy can never be realized, but Mr. Zhan, you have shown me that it is possible.”
Shi Nian is 1.66 meters tall.
This is not considered short for a woman.
But compared to Zhan Xiuchen, they were simply no match.
Therefore, at this moment, Shi Nian looked up at Zhan Xiuchen and said, "Mr. Zhan, because of you, I feel that my unrealistic fantasy may one day actually come true."
Zhan Xiuchen was taken aback.
He never imagined that he held such a heavy place in Shi Nian's heart!
This stirred a ripple in his heart.
Like a pebble thrown into a calm lake!
I couldn't calm down for a long time.
“Shi Nian, I grew up among nobles.” After a long while, Zhan Xiuchen also spoke in a low voice: “I don’t understand the lives of the poor, and I have never come into contact with them. You have shown me another side of this world.”
"I have seen the unevenness of this world, so if possible, I will do my best to help them."
Shi Nian smiled.
Zhan Xiuchen's words made her feel that she was one step closer to the unrealistic fantasy she once thought she had.
“Mr. Zhan, I didn’t know anything about the wealthy neighborhood or the wealthy people before,” Shi Nian said. “But even without knowing anything, I stubbornly believe that the wealthy neighborhood is the worst place in the world!”
"It's worse than hell! And the rich are the most despicable people in the world, more despicable than the devil!"
Zhan Xiu listened quietly to Shi Nian's words.
No wonder.
This was the first time I brought Shi Nian to the White Jade Palace.
Shi Nian was not amazed or curious about the luxurious surroundings.
Only indifference.
“But now, because of you, Mr. Zhan, I’ve changed my impression of the wealthy neighborhood.” Shi Nian said, “I suddenly realized that this place isn’t so awful, and the people in the wealthy neighborhood aren’t all so hateful.”
Zhan Xiuchen smiled after hearing this.
Shi Nian also smiled.
In the darkness of night, the two looked at each other and smiled, a truly beautiful sight.
Even years later, Shi Nian would still recall that night, the scene of her and Zhan Xiuchen meeting and smiling.
She discovered that Zhan Xiuchen was unfathomable.
After she discovered that Zhan Xiuchen's heart was as deep as the sea.
She also felt...
At least that night, that smile.
Both she and Zhan Xiuchen were so pure.
...
Before we knew it, the second day arrived.
Shi Nian just said that, apart from Zhan Xiuchen, no one thinks she has become more beautiful.
Then Aunt Fen turned around and said it.
"Madam, you've become much more beautiful lately." Aunt Fen stared at Shi Nian's face. "When you first came, your complexion was sallow, but now it's much fairer and you look much healthier!"
At this point, Aunt Fen muttered unconsciously, "I really didn't realize that Madam was such a beauty. I was wondering where the gentleman had found such an ugly girl!"
"It turns out that you, sir, have a good eye for people. Madam looks beautiful now that she's gained weight and her complexion has improved!"
Shi Nian: "........."
Shi Nian sighed helplessly.
She said, "Aunt Fen, you only need to say the first part, but don't say the second part about the ugly girl."
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