Chapter 165 Starting a New Life
We fought side-by-side, carrying guns together, charging into battle side-by-side, braving death together, entrusting our lives to each other. He took a bullet for me, and I carried his wounded body; this bond is no trivial matter. How could I possibly go back on my word? A promise is a promise—that's in the bones of our generation!
Sheng Tingzhou leaned lazily against the door frame, his hands in his pockets, his eyes nonchalant.
"Sure, if you're really keen, I'll arrange a grand wedding for you, a magnificent affair with a ten-mile-long red bridal procession and an eight-bearer sedan chair. I'll take care of the banquet arrangements, personally oversee the menu, hire a three-star chef, and set off firecrackers from the Sheng family's gate all the way to the Chen family's courtyard. How does that sound? Are you satisfied?"
Sheng Ninghua was so angry that her temples throbbed. She grabbed the hilt of the sword on the table and swung it at him.
"You bastard! You dare to make fun of me? You're asking for it, aren't you?"
With lightning speed, Sheng Tingzhou pushed off with his feet and leaped forward, nimbly dodging to the back.
"Look at you, you get all worked up the moment marriage is mentioned, even angrier than me. But the girl you yourself didn't like back then, you barely even met her a few times, and now you're forcing her on me? You didn't want to do it yourself, so why are you forcing it on me?"
Sheng Ninghua was so angry that she trembled all over.
"You brat, all you do is spout nonsense and spout a bunch of twisted logic! You unfilial brat! I raised you with so much hardship, and this is how you repay me? You think you're all grown up now? Huh? Want to fly away?"
Sheng Tingzhou shrugged and spread his hands, his expression still nonchalant.
"I will never agree to this marriage, even if it kills me. You can kill me, but I will never agree. In this life, I will only recognize one woman, and no one else will do."
After saying that, he didn't look at Sheng Ninghua again and walked out of the courtyard.
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Back in Qiuning Bay, Song Zhiwei was busy preparing lunch in the kitchen.
Sleeves rolled up to elbows, spatula stirring in the iron pot.
The prawns sizzled in the hot oil, releasing a wonderful aroma.
Sheng Tingzhou changed his shoes.
He stood behind her and suddenly wrapped his arms around her waist from behind, tightening his grip.
Song Zhiwei was startled, almost dropping the spatula from her hand. She gasped in surprise, but then suddenly caught a whiff of that familiar scent.
She immediately relaxed.
"Didn't you say you'd be back later? How come you're here so soon? I thought I wouldn't see you until dark."
Sheng Tingzhou gently rested his chin on her shoulder, his breath brushing against her ear.
I miss you. I don't want to wait even a minute longer.
As Song Zhiwei ladled the stir-fried prawns into a plate, she slightly pursed her lips, her tone carrying a hint of teasing.
"Didn't we just see each other this morning? It's only been a few hours, and you're already thinking like this? You're so shameless, you can say such cheesy things without even blushing."
Sheng Tingzhou glanced at the shrimp on the plate.
It was shiny, reddish-brown, and had a wonderful aroma.
He immediately changed his tune, smiling with a completely at ease.
"It's not that I miss you, it's that I miss your cooking. This stir-fried shrimp smells so good, I could smell it as soon as I walked in the door, and it made my mouth water."
Song Zhiwei: "..."
She stopped what she was doing, turned her head and glared at him, her eyes filled with a mixture of reproach and amusement.
Sheng Tingzhou smiled as he took the plate, placed it on the dining table, and then deftly turned back to the kitchen to get bowls and chopsticks, setting them out neatly.
The two sat down opposite each other, the light shining on the center of the table.
Sheng Tingzhou picked up his chopsticks and slowly picked up a shrimp.
Peel off the shell, dip it in some broth, and put it in your mouth to chew slowly.
He swallowed before slowly opening his mouth.
“I’ve told my dad and grandpa that I won’t agree to this marriage. From today onwards, no one can force me.”
Song Zhiwei was drinking soup with her head down.
Startled by his words, she looked up at him, her eyes filled with surprise and worry.
He added another sentence, looking directly into her eyes with a frank gaze.
"I also said that I have a girlfriend."
Song Zhiwei lowered her eyes, her fingers unconsciously stirring the soup spoon, her voice slow and deliberate.
"Aren't you saying this too soon?"
They had only been together for a short time.
Sheng Tingzhou smiled and said, "Don't panic, I said it at noon."
Song Zhiwei: "..."
She wasn't afraid he would speak too soon.
She's afraid that you're too fierce!
They had barely established their relationship before making it official to the public so naturally.
This is hardly a romantic relationship.
This was clearly a surprise attack!
After the meal, Sheng Tingzhou took the initiative to clear the table.
The sound of running water and the soft clinking of porcelain bowls came from the kitchen.
"How about we... go see a movie?"
He lowered his head and asked softly.
His breath gently brushed against her hair, bringing a slightly itchy sensation.
He opened his phone and scrolled through the latest popular movies, his eyes focused.
He had barely finished speaking when his phone rang next to the sofa.
Song Zhiwei looked down and saw two words lit up on the screen: "Uncle".
She bit her lower lip, her fingers hovering in mid-air, hesitant to move.
During this period, Zhou Yuze didn't send a single message.
But the sudden phone call was quite unexpected.
During this period, Zhou Yuze did not send a single message.
The sudden phone call was quite unexpected.
She originally thought he would give himself some time and space.
After all, she moved out of Yujin Apartment and changed her contact information, which already showed her attitude through her actions.
But he called at that exact moment.
Sheng Tingzhou also saw those two words and sneered.
They still wouldn't give up.
His gaze turned cold, and the smile on his lips vanished completely.
He stared at the screen, as if he could see the man on the other end of the phone through it.
He tapped his knee lightly with his fingers twice.
"Take it."
Song Zhiwei glanced at him hesitantly.
"Aren't you angry?"
Sheng Tingzhou raised his eyes: "Why should I be angry? He's the one who should be exploding, isn't he?"
"I'm with you openly and honestly, what's there to be angry about? It's him who's suffering the most, unable to let go yet unable to have you."
Of course she knew that Sheng Tingzhou was right.
But when it comes to matters of the heart, how can reason fully explain them?
Her uncle used to treat her so well.
But now that she has a new boyfriend and is living a completely new life, he should let go.
She pressed the answer button and softly called out, "Uncle."
On the other end of the phone, Zhou Yuce spoke gently, with a smile on his face.
"Zhiwei, I was planning to go to Yujin Apartment this morning to give you the birthday present I forgot, but you moved? Why didn't you tell me beforehand?"
Song Zhiwei pursed her lips.
"Uncle, I understand your good intentions, but there's really no need for the gift."
Zhou Yuze sensed her evasiveness and felt as if a needle had pierced his heart.
He still held onto a sliver of hope.
Maybe she's just moving out temporarily, or maybe she hasn't really started a new life yet.
Is she with Sheng Tingzhou?
An image of the two of them leaning against each other popped into my mind.
His palms were burning hot, his heart was pounding wildly, and he desperately wanted to rush over and pull the person back.
He wanted to ask her, "Does that person really understand you better than he does?"
But he knew that once these questions were asked, there would be no turning back.
But the corners of his mouth still turned up gently.
"But the gift has already been prepared. How about this, you send me your address, and I'll have someone send it to you."
Song Zhiwei frowned, her brows furrowing slightly.
He's so stubborn, even though she already said she didn't need it.
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