Chapter Three, Unattainable Pace.

He lazily asked, "Isn't it uncomfortable here?"

Mother," Shen Qianxue said as she brought the congee to Zhang Meiwen's bedside

In her state of anxiety, Shen Qianxue failed to notice that Che Xiaoman's defense statement had almost conclusively placed the blame for Lin Miao's injury on her.

Upon reaching the door, she heard Zhang Meiwen's scolding from inside the ward: "Why haven't you sent us the living expenses for these past few months? Are you trying to starve us to death? Meanwhile, you and your lover can enjoy a long-lasting relationship!"

Lin Miao sat upright on the hospital bed, while the nurse carefully helped her unwrap the bandages. Lin Miao inadvertently caught a glimpse of the mirror beside her and, covering her face, exclaimed: "My face! How could my face be like this? What on earth is happening? This is not my face! It is not mine!"

The neighbors around her dispersed upon seeing her begin to discipline her daughter

Shen Qianxue followed the advice, prepared her resume, and set out to find an internship company, hoping to escape all the public opinion. However, something even more terrifying than public opinion arrived.

The ray of light that penetrates through the clouds seems capable of illuminating Shen Qianxue's heart, dispelling all the gloom within her.

Xia Ziming sarcastically remarked: "I am not so oblivious; I certainly know who I am with"

Your mother has only a mild concussion, and there is no major issue. However, for safety's sake, she will need to stay in the hospital for observation for three days. The doctor informed honestly, "It is getting late now, you can go home first and come back tomorrow"

"You should go and pay the hospitalization fee first, as the patient needs to be observed in the hospital for a few days," the doctor said before putting on his mask and going to another ward

What more can she say? She has already become a burden in the eyes of others, and she would rather die than speak any further.

Shen Qianxue shoved the bracelet into Xia Ziming's hand and then shook off his hand. Just as she had once said, if there comes a day when you no longer like me, tell me, and I will leave

Doctor, what is wrong with my daughter

Shen Qianxue raised her hand but could not bring herself to strike down. Che Xiaoman stepped forward and grasped her wrist: "Qianxue, I beg you not to hit Ziming anymore. It is I who am sorry to you, because all along, I have liked Ziming, so... I am doing this willingly..."

"Your sister? Lin Miao? I am not the one who disfigured Lin Miao, so do not slander me!" Shen Qianxue stepped forward, standing protectively in front of Zhang Meiwen

The phone on the coffee table buzzed a few times; it was a WeChat message from Che Xiaoman

Who did this?

Lin Miao has become the "pitiful person" in everyone's eyes, and Lin Miao's romance has transformed into true love. Due to this incident, Shen Qianxue has gone from having reason to having no place to express it.

Are you not planning to tell me your full name

Shen Qianxue pushed open the door of the café, and the wind chime on the door rang, producing a clear and pleasant sound

A person with such beautiful eyes must surely be filled with hope

The boy sitting on the large reef had been observing Shen Qianxue, watching this intruder, until he confirmed that she was in a state of despair, before he finally spoke up

The morning light, completely leaping out of the sea, falls upon her, the sea breeze lifts her long hair, and her skirt flutters in the wind, resembling a moving painting

"Please do not be too agitated, as it is not good for the wound," the nurses quickly advised, their expressions filled with concern.

As Shen Qianxue just opened the fast food box, Zhang Meiwen waved her hand, and the scalding hot porridge was splashed all over the ground

She rushed forward, half-embracing Zhang Meiwen, shaking her incessantly

"Shall we make a bet?" The young man slowly opened his eyes, his gaze landing on Shen Qianxue, his tenderness like water, causing Shen Qianxue to blush.

Shen Qianxue could no longer recall the curses she heard on her way home; she only remembered that on this day, she felt exhausted, both physically and mentally

Shen Qianxue! Xia Ziming slammed the table and stood up, clearly unable to contain his anger, "Opposing me now will not bring you any benefits!"

Shen Qianxue was thus expelled, having received three days' wages, and became unemployed. Unexpectedly, her first internship ended in this manner. Shen Qianxue did not linger too much on that place; she hurried to the hospital to bring food to Zhang Meiwen. After Zhang finished eating, she rushed to the location agreed upon with Che Xiaoman.

Shen Qianxue looked up, her eyes filled with disappointment and confusion: "So in your heart, this is the kind of person I am."

The youth's tone seemed to merely wish that she could stay a little farther away, and also due to the youth's lack of persuasion, she hesitated. She stared blankly at the dark depths of the sea, gazing at the low-hanging night sky

Shen Qianxue trembled all over, wanting to say something apologetic, but her voice was caught in her throat, and she stammered even the words "Auntie": "A... Auntie, I... I..."

Everyone is targeting her and excluding her

So you just pushed her down the stairs

On Christmas Day, you told me that if I didn't like you, I should let you know. What should I tell you? You know I deliberately stopped contacting you, yet you never asked me why. It was you who gradually pushed our relationship into the abyss!" Xia Ziming clenched his fists and struck heavily against the wall that Shen Qianxue was leaning against.

Why is this happening? The person she loves the most is with her best friend out of revenge against her. What is even more ridiculous is that her best friend has been longing for this to happen from the very beginning. If that is the case, why pretend to be so pitiful in front of her?

The following day

I heard that she was pushed down the stairs and injured. Is she seriously hurt

Shen Qianxue stood by Zhang Meiwen's bedside, looking at her still-unconscious form, filled with a sense of guilt. She turned to the doctor who was making rounds and asked, "Doctor, how is my mother? Why hasn't she woken up yet?"

The light on the surface of the sea gradually emerged, and Shen Qianxue turned her gaze towards the distant sea. That light resembled a butterfly breaking free from its cocoon. Shen Qianxue suddenly understood that darkness and light are two sides of a person; there is no eternal darkness in this world, nor is there eternal light. One cannot remain forever immersed in their own misfortunes and suffering, but must learn to embrace pain, learn to transform, and learn to walk towards the future with strength while carrying these emotions.

Although it is late summer, Shen Qianxue feels an inexplicable chill deep within her heart. This chill erodes her, enveloping her in profound darkness, as if every breath she takes is filled with darkness. What remains for her, apart from this darkness?

Is Xia Ziming seeking revenge on her? Is he doing such things with her best friend just to take revenge on her

"Qianxue, you are here?" Che Xiaoman greeted her with the same warmth as always. Upon seeing Qianxue approaching, she hurriedly signaled to the waiter to place an order.

After a commotion, several police officers pushed through the crowd: "Make way, make way, which one is Shen Qianxue?"

Shen Qianxue lowered her head and smiled: "Xia Ziming, do you think it is interesting to be a couple like us? We actually have to rely on transactions to decide whether to break up or not. Don't you think it's quite ridiculous?"

Sound the alarm

The rumor spread without anyone knowing when it began, and the incident of Shen Qianxue causing Lin Miao to be hospitalized became news on campus, known by almost everyone.

How much fortune must a drowning person possess to encounter someone willing to extend a hand to her

Shen Qianxue was stunned, her raised hand trembled involuntarily

The surroundings suddenly fell silent, the smell of disinfectant became intense, and the two exchanged silent glances.

Why did Che Xiaoman end up with Xia Ziming? What are they doing? She must have misheard, it must be like that

The person she loves the most and her closest confidante became the thorn in her heart at that moment

Shen Qianxue suddenly found it somewhat amusing, after all, her wish was also for the young man before her to bask in the sunlight, which was clearly the same wish, making the bet seem rather pointless

"Ridiculous? No one can get off when I don't want to stop, Shen Qianxue, not even you." Even at the moment of parting, Xia Ziming still maintained his arrogance. He never lowered himself, nor did he let others off.

Shen Qianxue lowered her head, holding back her tears: "Mom, Xia Ziming and I have already broken up."

"It hurts so much." Shen Qianxue looked at Xia Ziming, who resembled an angry lion, with fear in her eyes, his gaze filled with fury

It is Xia Ziming, the one she loves deeply, Xia Ziming

What kind of karma do you think I created in my past life

The red light in the emergency room turned green, and the sound of the door opening interrupted everyone's thoughts

Lin Miao was pushed out of the operating room by the nurse, her face wrapped in gauze, revealing only a faint glimpse of her tightly closed eyes

That day, Ziming had too much to drink. He refused to go home and insisted on spending the night at the hotel. Then... he mistook me for you... we..." Che Xiaoman said, crying as if she were also a victim

Aren't you quite impressive? Isn't your boyfriend quite wealthy? If you got into trouble, you could just follow your boyfriend. Why are you coming back home? Do you still have the face to return?

Shen Qianxue looked up at the incandescent light above her head and sighed. So this is what it feels like to be hated by the whole world, as if one should not exist at all

If you promise not to break up, I can bail you out and also prove that Lin Miao's injury was an accident. Xia Ziming looked at Shen Qianxue, still wearing an air of arrogance, as if rescuing someone was merely a matter of his words

Is it true that if one dies, one no longer has to feel sorrow or sadness, and no longer has to be a burden to anyone?

"Qianxue, what are you and Xia Ziming planning to do now?" A week later, Che Xiaoman invited Shen Qianxue out for a stroll to relax.

But what other wishes can she make

The emergency room of the hospital was continuously illuminated by a red light. Xia Ziming, leaning against the corridor wall, unconsciously bit his right thumb. His heart was pounding violently in the cold air of the hospital, and he anxiously shifted his attention to the red light shining from the emergency room, uncertain of when that red light would finally extinguish

Shen Qianxue seemed to see a glimmer of light in the darkness, and that glimmer guided her to run towards the direction of the hospital

"If only you were a son, then your father wouldn't have left us. If your father hadn't sought another woman outside, I wouldn't have to live so hard." Zhang Meiwen scoffed sarcastically, her sharp voice becoming weary, so weary that it evoked a sense of sorrow. "Qianxue, you really shouldn't have come into this world. Then, you wouldn't have to suffer and toil alongside me.

Not long after Zhang Meiwen left, Xia Ziming arrived. Xia Ziming sat opposite Shen Qianxue across a long table, leaning back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping on the table, appearing quite relaxed

Xia Ziming angrily grasped her shoulders, his brute strength seemingly intent on crushing her shoulder blades: "Shen Qianxue, do you have any idea what you have done?"

Xia Ziming has shifted his affections, was it my fault

Shen Qianxue also closed her eyes and made a wish

Shen Qianxue hesitated for a moment, her mind still not clear, when she saw the young man reaching out his hand towards her

The appearance of Shen Qianxue ignited his current agitation

It is now a little past 4 o'clock, and in two hours the sun will rise. The young man suddenly shook his shoulders and stood up from his spot

When Shen Qianxue rushed home, Zhang Meiwen was standing at her doorstep. Their door had been splashed with red paint, and a large "Go Die" was written on the door, along with a lot of garbage dumped at their entrance

Zhang Meiwen did not speak again and remained silent for a long time

Before Che Xiaoman could finish saying the name, a familiar male voice interrupted: "At this time, there is no need to answer anyone's call"

"Desire? I don't even know why I am alive." Shen Qianxue lowered her head

Another morning has arrived

Shen Qianxue stumbled out of her house, and when she encountered her neighbor, she could only manage a weak smile. The neighbor seemed to fear getting involved in trouble, their expression changed, and they lowered their head, pretending not to see.

"What is going on? Why are the interns so careless these days? They have only been on the job for a few days and are already asking for leave," Supervisor Li complained, giving Shen Qianxue a poor evaluation of her work attitude.

By the way, there is also mother

"When I obeyed you unconditionally, you said I had no personality." Shen Qianxue looked directly into Xia Ziming's angry eyes, a hint of indescribable amusement playing at the corners of her lips. "Now that I no longer listen to you, you say I have changed. Xia Ziming, what exactly do you want?"

"Manager Li, I would like to request an afternoon off as there is an urgent matter at home that I need to attend to." Shen Qianxue handed the printed document to Manager Li, and before he could respond, she had already run off.

Shen Qianxue remained silent for a long time, and in the end, she merely smiled without answering anything, yet there seemed to be a decision already formed in her eyes.

The sound of smashing echoed loudly, filling the air with the sound of glass shattering into pieces. Shen Qianxue looked around in confusion at the destruction that had occurred in her home.

"Is it that if I die, you will feel better?" Such a desperate statement was uttered by Shen Qianxue, who was already standing on the edge of despair

It was Shen Qianxue! It was Shen Qianxue who harmed me! It was Shen Qianxue who pushed me; if it weren't for her pushing me, I wouldn't have fallen, and my face wouldn't have ended up like this! Call the police and arrest her, call the police and arrest her!" Lin Miao suddenly ran to her parents in a frenzy, speaking incoherently, "It was her who caused me to become like this; she must not be allowed to get away with it, hurry and call the police, call the police!

"I said I didn't push her. If you don't believe me, you can check the surveillance footage." Shen Qianxue did not understand why the police insisted on making her confess, but she had not committed the act and felt no fear.

This person speaks of "death" with a casual tone, yet there is an inexplicable persuasiveness to it, as if he has been on the brink of death for many years. Shen Qianxue stared at him in a daze, for the first time believing that perhaps life is always this painful

How could that possibly be her face? She is so beautiful, with such good skin, how could she have a face covered in scars

Have you heard of photophobia?" The young man took a deep breath and continued, "Photophobia, also known as porphyria, is a disease that prevents one from being exposed to sunlight. I suffer from congenital photophobia, which means I cannot be in the sun; going out during the day can be fatal, and the manner of death is quite gruesome.

Shen Qianxue draped in the boy's coat, gazed at his figure disappearing into the darkness

Fireworks ignited one by one, with a bang, the brilliant fireworks burst open in the dark night sky... The second, third, and fourth... All the fireworks were launched into the night sky, and in an instant, the falling sparks resembled shooting stars, vanishing all the darkness

Because I like you very much, and you have already fallen for someone else

After the Lin Miao incident, Shen Qianxue dared not return to school for classes. Although the counselor was aware of the police department's ruling on the matter, due to the rumors circulating within the school, he could only suggest that Shen Qianxue find a place to intern first

The nurses stepped forward and helped her back to bed to rest

The three were momentarily taken aback, and then Che Xiaoman slowly stepped back, looking at Shen Qianxue with concern and difficulty: "Qianxue ... ... "

She once believed that as long as she was strong enough and worked hard enough, she could cross the river named reality that separated them

Upon hearing this news, Zhang Meiwen pointed at Shen Qianxue and shouted angrily: "You money-grubbing wretch, back then you shamelessly clung to others, and now that you've been dumped, you come back looking for your mother. How do you still have the face to live on? So many people have died, why don't you go!"

"If you win, I will organize an even grander fireworks celebration for you." The young man pondered for a moment and then said, "If I win, you will accompany me on a trip around the world."

I will not let you go! Lin Miao's eyes were fixed on Shen Qianxue, her voice became very soft, yet it could reach the depths of Shen Qianxue's mind

Zhang Meiwen did not bail Shen Qianxue out; her curses echoed in the police station, and then she left under the impatient gazes of the officers

The voice of Shen Shaohai came through the loudspeaker on the phone: "Qianxue is about to graduate now, and I heard she has already started her internship. She should have the financial capability by now, why are you still asking me for money!"

It seems that there will be no meteor shower tonight The young man sighed, appearing ready to leave

The matter has been settled at the police station, and a conclusion has been reached, yet public opinion appears to be divided. Rumors are rampant within the school, and wherever Shen Qianxue goes, she hears the discussions of her classmates.

After making her wish, Shen Qianxue opened her eyes and continued to watch the fireworks

But in fact, this is a kind of verdict

Shen Qianxue and Zhang Meiwen turned their heads to look, as a group of individuals dressed like delinquents descended the stairs, wielding baseball bats

Shen Qianxue had never set off fireworks by herself; when she held those fireworks, she felt a surge of excitement. Under the guidance of the youth, she inserted all the fireworks into the sand

Ming, my name is Ming, a remarkable Ming.

Shen Qianxue murmured that string of numbers, firmly remembering it in her heart.

She once had beautiful memories and was once happy. However, those scenes seem like a fragmented dream, leaving her with endless paleness.

Zhang Meiwen was admitted to the hospital. The one thousand yuan that she swore to defend was not even enough to cover the medical expenses. For a moment, Shen Qianxue's world was plunged into darkness. She had to withdraw her savings just to barely pay for the medical and hospital expenses.

Is it so?

What if I insist on saying no?

There is no glass at home, so the sound insulation effect is even worse. The music played by the kindergarten outside woke up Shen Qianxue. Shen Qianxue opened her eyes and looked at the bright sunshine outside the curtain.

Shen Qianxue clenched her fists tightly, standing in the sea breeze and silently vowing: From today onwards, I am no longer the Shen Qianxue who was bullied by others. From today onwards, I will become a strong person, I will live better than those who look down on me, and I will prove to everyone that I am not a coward!

Shen Qianxue shook her head in fear: "No, I did not..."

Let's make a bet.

What?

"I will send you the living expenses in a few days," Shen Shaohai said impatiently, and then hung up the phone

Shen Qianxue stared unblinkingly at Xia Ziming, believing that there would be no disputes or conflicts between them, but it turned out that the conflict had always existed

Shen Qianxue shivered all over, feeling as if something inside her body had cracked open.

It is truly a pity; Lin Miao was previously the belle of the department

The nurse hurriedly stepped forward to hold Lin Miao, while the doctor skillfully administered a sedative injection to Lin Miao, saying: "Administer a sedative to her to prevent her from becoming too agitated and tearing the wound."

Is it because I am too weak that everything is my fault

Then, when the next meteor shower arrives, let us make wishes together and bet again. The young man seemed to say this intentionally; he wanted Shen Qianxue to live well so that they could continue to bet together

In the eyes of the youth, in the eyes of Shen Qianxue, brilliant fireworks bloom. These fireworks resemble a shattered rainbow, bursting forth through the darkness with reckless abandon.

"I am sorry..." Shen Qianxue lowered her head, tears streaming down uncontrollably.

Zhang Meiwen arrived at the police station in the evening, five hours after Shen Qianxue was taken there. The moment Zhang Meiwen saw Shen Qianxue, instead of asking if she had been wronged, she immediately cursed, "How did I give birth to such a useless thing like you? What else can you do besides causing trouble all day long? You haven't even learned how to make money yet, and all you know is to make me lose money by following you around!"

Time passes second by second, the deep night sky is devoid of stars, as if the news of a meteor's arrival is false

Shen Qianxue said, "Living is too painful." Yet that oblivious young man replied, "Pain is just right; after all, comfort is reserved for the dead."

"What is the significance of what you are doing?" Shen Qianxue asked with a bitter smile

The crowd dispersed, and the police confronted Shen Qianxue and Xia Ziming directly. The leading officer looked at her and said: "Shen Qianxue, due to your suspected involvement in intentional injury, we request your cooperation in the investigation now."

Shen Qianxue stood in the corridor, pushed and insulted by others, yet she did not react at all. During that time, her mind was blank, and everything around her seemed to have no connection to her.

Xia Ziming wore a proud expression: "I have given you the opportunity to reconcile with me"

Shen Qianxue did not know whether she had been subjected to a binding spell or if her soul had already departed from her body, as she watched her home turn into a scene of devastation, yet she was unable to move her feet.

Perhaps it is her lack of maturity that prevents her from forgiving betrayal, which is why she chose not to confront it, but instead opted for avoidance

Have you provoked anyone?

Impossible, impossible, this is absolutely not my face, no, no!" Lin Miao shouted, overturning everything on the table.

"Hey, are you interested in watching artificial meteors?" The boy's eyes sparkled with brilliance, and his smile was like the April breeze, bright and clear

Then you stay here and think it over before speaking to me again. In the end, the police grew impatient, leaving Shen Qianxue behind as they exited the interrogation room

Shen Qianxue used her long hair to conceal the bright red marks on her neck, not wanting to attract too much attention from others

Lin Miao's parents were unwilling to accept the situation; they demanded that the police detain Shen Qianxue and sought civil compensation from Shen Qianxue's parents. However, there was no evidence to prove Shen Qianxue's guilt, nor was there any way to establish a direct connection between Lin Miao's fall and Shen Qianxue. Therefore, even though Lin's mother made a scene at the police station for an entire day, they ultimately could not reach any civil compensation agreement.

The faint sobs were carried away by the departing summer breeze, as Shen Qianxue squatted in a deserted corner, crying until no more tears could fall

The gusty sea breeze slapped against his face, causing his hair to fly about in disarray

I heard that she was recently taken away by the police on suspicion of causing injury. How is it that she was released so quickly

Lin Miao slowly released her grip on Shen Qianxue's neck, and the anger in her eyes was replaced by weariness

Shen Qianxue stood up and raised her hand to slap Xia Ziming, saying, "Xia Ziming, do you know what you are doing?"

Xia Ziming touched his reddened cheek and sneered at Shen Qianxue, saying, "Of course I know, I will take responsibility for her." His gaze was arrogant, and his tone remained mocking, "You are unwilling to reconcile with me, yet you want to interfere in my relationships?"

Fireworks burst in the night sky, their colorful lights blending together like a hundred flowers blooming simultaneously

The scene before Shen Qianxue gradually became clear as she watched Zhang Meiwen rush forward to seize her savings

How can Shen Qianxue still have the face to return to school

Shen Qianxue lay on her side on the bed, tears soaking the pillow. In deep doubt and exhaustion, she fell into the cage of nightmares

"Shen Qianxue, are you really breaking up with me for such an absurd reason?" Xia Ziming grasped Shen Qianxue's arm, unable to accept being abandoned. "I told you, I have no relationship with Lin Miao at all, there is nothing between us. Why do you never believe me?"

Shen Qianxue felt somewhat drowsy, her heavy head unconsciously leaning against the young man's shoulder

It seemed that she was lured by that hand, and Shen Qianxue stopped moving deeper. She walked to the side of the reef and grasped the hand extended by the young man

Mom, please do not get agitated

"Shen Qianxue, you will definitely regret it!" After saying this, Xia Ziming left

The voices that evoke a sense of shame linger incessantly in her ears

What's going on? It's all because of you. You were encouraged to reach for the high branches, to compete with wealthy people at school, and now look at the state of our family!

The police officer who took the statement sat across from Shen Qianxue and asked in a rough voice: "We received a report that you intentionally pushed Lin Miao down the stairs. Can you briefly describe the situation at that time?"

Car Xiaoman will definitely be able to help, definitely!

The young man looked at the faint light on the horizon and took a deep breath. "I'm leaving, keep my coat, and return it to me when we meet again by fate," he said. The young man placed his hand on Shen Qianxue's head, affectionately rubbed it, and then turned and left.

Shen Qianxue looked at the light in his eyes, feeling relaxed for the first time during this period.

"Alright, step back a little." The young man began to ignite the fireworks one by one

You should not expect me to pay money to redeem you! I tell you, there is no money!

Although Shen Qianxue had already guessed it, when she heard it with her own ears, it still felt like something was striking her from a distance, tearing her soul and body apart. At this moment, her vision was blurred, her ears were buzzing, and everything she saw and heard was not clear.

"What is intentional harm?" By the time Shen Qianxue realized what was happening, a police officer stood on either side of her, each raising a hand to press down on her shoulders to prevent her from resisting, pushing her away.

The boy dug out a pile of fireworks from the sand, which he had buried here in advance. If there is no meteor shower tonight, he will create a fireworks meteor shower.

"With this little bit of dirty money, I wouldn't even care! Take it back!" The man who hit her maintained a righteous demeanor as he threw the money he had just obtained onto Zhang Meiwen.

Che Xiaoman still had a pitiful expression as she cried: "Qian Xue, I know that what I am doing is unfair to you, but I and Xia Ziming have already reached this point. If he does not take responsibility for me, I... I will have no face to meet anyone..."

"Get lost, crazy woman," shouted the man, who had been cut by the glass shards, as he swung the baseball bat towards Zhang Meiwen's head. This time, Zhang Meiwen fell to the ground and never got up again

Lin Miao's father hurried to pay the hospitalization fee, while Lin Miao's mother noticed three people in the corridor.

Zhang Meiwen's voice brought Shen Qianxue's thoughts back: "What are you doing? Robbers! That's my money, give it back to me!"

Hello, Xiaoman, something happened at my house... The phone connected, and Shen Qianxue said anxiously.

Don't think that you can just jump into the sea and disappear with one wave. Besides, if you stay in the water for too long, your body will swell, and there are all kinds of fish that will come to eat you. Just think about it...

Insert all these fireworks vertically into the sand, and I'll go dig out the lighter.The boy directed Shen Qianxue, then ran to the side to dig out the lighter.

Qian Xue, stop looking. She's just a lunatic. Let's go. Che Xiaoman pulled Shen Qianxue, who kept looking back, and left the hospital.

"Now, make a wish." The young man gazed at the fireworks, clasped his hands together, and closed his eyes to make a wish

Even if you are not in a relationship, Lin Miao already exists among us. I cannot pretend that nothing has happened, nor can I face Lin Miao. Shen Qianxue could not shake off Xia Ziming's hand, but she used her loudest voice to respond

"Whoever makes a wish can have it come true." The young man smiled lightly, his beautiful eyes filled with fireworks that kept blooming. "If you are not afraid of death, then live well and take this bet with me. My wish is to travel around the world in the future and bask in the sunlight. I bet that my wish will come true faster than yours"

Shen Qianxue looked up at him with deep eyes and asked, "Are you here to watch me make a fool of myself?"

Lin Miao's parents pursued the doctor with inquiries. The doctor removed his mask and calmly explained: "The patient's body does not have significant issues; the injuries are on the face. As long as there are no signs of inflammation in the next few days, there should not be any major problems"

However, many people present witnessed you taking action The police reiterated the presence of witnesses in the vicinity

Shen Qianxue shook off Xia Ziming's hand and said, "Do I still need to thank you for being so generous? Xia Ziming, from now on, we have nothing to do with each other."

"Big brother, it wouldn't lead to a fatality, would it?" said the person behind to the man who was hitting.

I heard that the girl named Lin Miao seems to have disfigured herself.

Yes, Che Xiaoman!

Before Shen Qianxue's words could finish, a heavy slap landed on her face

"Qianxue, you can understand me, right?" Che Xiaoman spoke to herself, looking at Shen Qianxue with an expression full of hope, tightly holding her hand. Finally, she pleaded, "Qianxue, since you have already broken up, can you let Ziming be with me?"

What is an artificial meteor? Shen Qianxue suddenly forgot the purpose of her visit, feeling somewhat puzzled and confused, not knowing what the artificial meteor mentioned by the young man was.

Why does everyone have to talk about her like this? Why?

Until she fell asleep, Shen Qianxue kept asking herself:

Just as she was about to finish speaking, a man's heavy breathing could be heard on the other end of the phone.

Shen Qianxue nodded and left the ward with Che Xiaoman.

The mirror fell to the ground and shattered into pieces, all the potions spilled onto the floor. Lin Miaose shrank back and said, "Why does my face look like this? This is not my face, not mine, not mine!" Lin Miaose kept shaking her head, tears falling like broken beads.

The neon lights on the street light up, the traffic is heavy, and pedestrians come and go around Shen Qianxue.

Come and help. The boy saw Shen Qianxue's interest and directly held her hand, running towards the beach behind the reef.

After Lin Miao was injured, he has been under observation in the hospital. Because Lin's mother is there, Shen Qianxue dare not visit, so she can only ask Che Xiaoman to help check on Lin Miao's condition. Shen Qianxue detests Lin Miao, but compared to detesting Lin Miao, she detests her own weakness, incompetence, and compromise even more.

Before your father gives me the money, you just stay here properly!

Thousand Snow, the day you called... Actually, actually, between Xia Ziming and me...

Shen Qianxue turned around and saw a young man sitting on the rocks not far behind her. The young man was wearing a black coat, blending in with the darkness around him. The only source of light was his phone screen playing music.

At the moment when Shen Qianxue was lost in thought, she heard the young man say, "My wish is to feel the sunshine. How about you? Do you have any wishes? Don't tell me your wish is just hoping for me to leave quickly so you can continue what you were doing just now."

Shen Qianxue walks amidst rumors and gossip, attempting to defend herself only to invite more speculation. Shen Qianxue finds herself in a deserted corner, squatting there, sobbing with her head in her hands. It turns out that rumors and gossip are so terrifying; they can distort all facts and turn everything into a heavy burden on one's heart.

Shen Qianxue will not admit to things she has not done. She looked resolutely at the police officer, insisting that she was innocent: "I didn't push her. I was the one who was going to fall originally. Lin Miao tried to pull me, but ended up slipping and falling herself."

Shen Shaohai! Shen Shaohai!" Zhang Meiwen's eyes were red; she didn't even have the chance to tell him about her hospitalization

"I’m sorry, I’m sorry, but who are you apologizing to! Besides crying and saying sorry, what else can you do? Have you ever fought for anything for yourself? What have you done for this family? Besides causing trouble and living like a piece of mud, what else have you done?" At this moment, Zhang Meiwen had completely lost control of her anger.

Am I not self-sufficient enough? Is it my fault

In the Japanese-style decorated café, there were many people. Shen Qianxue paused at the entrance for a moment and then quickly found Che Xiaoman sitting by the window.

Mom, let's call the police

I saw in the news that there will be a Leonid meteor shower tonight. If you don't mind waiting until I leave before throwing yourself into the sea, would you come over and accompany me to wait for the meteor shower?

"In fact, you have long wanted to break up with me, haven't you? You have already planned to be with that Zheng Sheng after the breakup, right?" The bracelet was angrily smashed to the ground by Xia Ziming, the black beads scattering everywhere. "I saw it all. He came to find you on Christmas Day. You must have found a backup plan long ago, right? You were just waiting for me to create some news so you could cleanly sever ties!"

Zhang Meiwen staggered backward and fell onto the broken glass, her hands covered in blood, yet she did not cry out: "Give me back my money!" Zhang Meiwen picked up a shard of glass and charged forward again

Lin's mother shouted, baring her teeth and claws, pouncing towards Shen Qianxue: "It's you who pushed my daughter, right? If anything happens to my daughter, I will tear your face apart!"

What to bet on

Shen Qianxue furrowed her brows, her heart filled with guilt and self-reproach

The man leading the disturbance frowned and kicked Zhang Meiwen aside, saying: "This little over a thousand yuan is not even enough for us brothers to have a meal! Get lost!"

The people around gathered to watch the excitement

Shen Qianxue picked up the fast food box from the ground and then left the hospital room. Zhang Meiwen thought she was just going home, so she did not call out to her again, but quietly shed tears by herself

When Shen Qianxue stopped at the door of the ward, Lin Miao was being forcibly held by several nurses. She was screaming hysterically, looking for a mirror as if she had gone mad. Shen Qianxue couldn't see what she looked like after disfiguration because her whole face was wrapped in gauze. Except for her eyes, which were full of anger and madness, Shen Qianxue couldn't see anything else.

But she was mistaken; she walked step by step into that river, unable to cross it, only to drown.

How dare you still have the face to call the police? My sister has been disfigured because of you, and this debt, will the police resolve it?

She can probably only end up as fish food. Shen Qianxue closed her eyes, and that was how she ended up as fish food.

The window was devoid of glass, and the curtains fluttered in the breeze that blew in from outside, dancing under the light. Shen Qianxue closed her eyes, and all the joys and sorrows were replaced by fatigue. At the moment her eyelids fell, a single glistening tear quietly slipped down.

Shen Qianxue arrived at the seaside with despair and exhaustion

The hurriedly arriving Che Xiaoman stopped Xia Ziming and sincerely defended Shen Qianxue, saying: "Ziming, Qianxue's foolish actions are also because she cares about you..."

"Who pushed my daughter down the stairs?" Lin's mother's expression became terrifying, her furious eyes seemed as if they were about to bleed.

"Qianxue, let’s meet at our usual place at 3 PM this afternoon. I have something to discuss with you." Shen Qianxue glanced at the WeChat message, feeling uncertain about how to respond.

Unexpectedly, the usually aloof and arrogant Xia Ziming grabbed her and said: "Break up? I have never crossed any boundaries with Lin Miao, so why should we break up? It is you who has harmed an innocent person, how dare you even mention breaking up?"

It is truly ironic

Suddenly, Shen Qianxue no longer hated Lin Miao as much; she felt that Lin Miao was more pitiful than anyone else now

Shen Qianxue stared at him blankly, then closed her eyes and silently wished in her heart: "I hope the young man before me will see the day of sunlight."

Suspense, if we meet again, you will eventually know my full name. The young man smiled and reported a series of numbers, "This is my number, I will only say it once. If you can remember it, you can add me on WeChat; if you cannot remember it, then we can only meet again by fate.

That group of people kicked down all the doors of their bedrooms and rummaged through the cabinets to find all the valuable items

She hopes that Lin Miao will recover soon, as she does not want to be seen as the sinner in everyone's eyes, nor does she wish to be blamed by anyone again

Zhang Meiwen, I warn you, do not speak such words again. Our relationship has long come to an end, and it has nothing to do with anyone else

Every time Shen Qianxue walks through the campus, she can see others pointing and whispering about her, and she can feel the terrifying gazes of those around her

What will happen if we win? What will happen if we lose?

"Qianxue, it is all my fault. I should not have appeared when Ziming was drunk. Ziming only mistook me for you." Che Xiaoman cried as she defended Xia Ziming, her pitiful appearance attracting many gazes

The neighbors also gathered around, engaging in lively discussions

Xia Ziming pulled out a chair and sat beside Che Xiaoman: "Qianxue, you arrived just in time. Let me reintroduce you—this is my girlfriend, Che Xiaoman." He placed his hand on Che Xiaoman's shoulder, looking at Shen Qianxue with great interest. His expression seemed to say, I told you that you would regret it.

When Zhang Meiwen arrived, she immediately scolded Shen Qianxue without saying a word. People in the hospital turned to look in their direction. Zhang Meiwen shamelessly inquired about compensation, and when Shen Qianxue realized what was happening and tried to defend herself, she was slapped by Zhang Meiwen, who ordered her to be quiet. In the end, Zhang Meiwen still paid the medical expenses and angrily dragged her disappointing daughter out of the hospital

Shen Qianxue realized the seriousness of the situation. She was originally scheduled to attend an interview at a company, but after receiving a call from Che Xiaoman, she hurried to the hospital

"Do you still know pain? Did you ever think about whether Lin Miao would feel pain when you pushed her down?" Xia Ziming released Shen Qianxue, stepping forward to force her back until she had nowhere to retreat, her back pressed against the wall of the corridor. "You are so ruthless! I never expected you would resort to such vicious means!"

A soft female voice gently sings, urging her to slowly walk into the darkness

"Don't you think that watching a meteor shower before you die is quite romantic?" The young man continued to coax, as he was actually afraid that Shen Qianxue would not turn back. After all, he could not swim, and if something really happened, he would be unable to even call for help.

Shen Qianxue?" Lin Miao suddenly fell silent, looking at Shen Qianxue at the door of the ward. Just when the nurses thought she was about to calm down, she suddenly threw herself at Shen Qianxue

Lin Miao had been waiting for the day when the bandages would be removed, but at the moment the bandages were taken off, she was stunned by the terrifying and mottled face reflected in the mirror

Lin Miao was shouting frantically in the hospital, while far away on campus, Xia Ziming was entangled in a final confrontation with Shen Qianxue. The two sat facing each other, tension palpable, or rather, it was Xia Ziming who was unilaterally furious.

Alarm? Another unfamiliar voice came from the stairwell

Che Xiaoman

But who turned her into this sinner

Have you ever seen a person like this? There is a sense of familiarity about this person, and Shen Qianxue felt puzzled in her heart, but ultimately shook her head in denial

It seems that there are always those who find joy amidst suffering

Thank you, doctor. Shen Qianxue's expression was very dim as she left the hospital in a daze

Mom! Mom! The frightened Shen Qianxue trembled all over, as if her feet, which had been nailed to the spot, finally moved forward

Unfortunately, the night has never had streetlights

Che Xiaoman hurriedly stepped forward to grab Lin's mother, but was pushed away due to insufficient strength: "Auntie, Qianxue didn't mean it either, it was an accident"

Fear dominated this body, causing it to tremble incessantly. Lin Miao cried and laughed, as if she had suddenly gone mad: "This is not my face, my face cannot possibly be like this!"

The surroundings have finally become completely quiet

What did I do wrong

Irrelevant? Shen Shaohai, your words are indeed quite grandiloquent. If it weren't for the severe hemorrhage I experienced while giving birth to Qianxue, making it difficult for me to conceive again, and if I were able to bear you another son, would you still say such things?

The first person that Shen Qianxue thought of was Che Xiaoman. Her hands trembled incessantly as she held her phone, and in a state of panic, she dialed Che Xiaoman's number

That night, there were no shooting stars, only a grand display of fireworks. After the fireworks faded, a faint glow had already appeared on the distant horizon

Even though living is difficult, I still want to live well. There are many things in this world that I have not seen, and many delicacies that I have not tasted. If heaven has sent me to this world, I will not leave until I have fully experienced it. The young man lowered his head and smiled faintly, saying nothing more

"What are you doing?" Zhang Meiwen wanted to stop them, but that group had already broken into their home

Shen Qianxue was taken to the police station under the gaze of the public, where the police subjected her to a series of intense interrogations, each one pressuring her to confess to her crimes

"Regardless of whether it is or not, if the police do not provide us with justice, we will seek it ourselves!" The leading man widened his eyes and waved his hand, and the group of young men behind him surged forward.

Two hours ago, Shen Qianxue was still standing in Manager Li's office, requesting a week's leave due to her mother's hospitalization: "Manager Li, my mother has been admitted to the hospital, and I would like to request a week's leave."

Although Shen Qianxue had no intention of smiling, she still maintained her usual smile. Sitting opposite her, Che Xiaoman wore a purple chiffon dress, her slender arms exposed, and her long legs elegantly crossed. She had her curly hair tied up in a bun, revealing her smooth forehead, making her look like a little princess

Xia Ziming did not want Lin's mother to take action against Shen Qianxue, and hurriedly stepped forward to intervene: "This matter is an accident, Auntie, please do not be agitated"

Zhang Meiwen did not wait for him to continue his argument and began to scold again: "Shen Shaohai, I think you want us mother and daughter to go to your house with a sign and make a scene, don't you?"

At this moment, the only thing Shen Qianxue could think of was to escape; she could no longer stay in this suffocating environment. She turned and ran, but the person behind her chased her to the door and grabbed her hand

"Hey, if you're feeling down, don't do it here; I really don't want to be taken away by the police as a suspect the next day." A young voice, carrying a sense of detachment, came from not far away

Shen Qianxue understands Zhang Meiwen; if it were not for something very important, she would not call.

Xia Ziming's gaze shifted, and it seemed that Shen Qianxue's breath was about to stop at that moment. Just as the two were about to approach to inquire about the doctor's condition, Lin Miao's parents hurriedly arrived.

Shen Qianxue is such a timid person. She treats everyone and everything around her with great seriousness, lacking the ability to fight for herself and fearing injury. She once humbled herself to the point of being reduced to dust for her affection for Xia Ziming, yet he completely crushed this particle of dust.

How dare you still call me mother? All you know how to do is cause trouble!" Zhang Meiwen became increasingly angry as she spoke. Her personality was so fierce, yet her daughter was weak and incapable, not even daring to raise her voice. She truly could not understand how she could have given birth to such a daughter

The phone slipped from my ear and fell to the floor with a thud

That is good, that is good

Che Xiaoman seemed to have arrived at the hospital earlier than Shen Qianxue, but Shen Qianxue had no inclination to inquire why she only appeared now. Che Xiaoman nudged her and said, "I think Lin Miao has gone crazy. We should go back; otherwise, when Lin Miao's parents arrive later, it will be hard to explain."

At that moment, the wind chime guarding the café rang again. Che Xiaoman couldn't help but look in that direction, only to see Xia Ziming, dressed in casual attire, walking in and approaching them

"Qianxue, are you alright?" Che Xiaoman arrived at this moment, looking at her with concern.

In the hospital's intensive care unit, the anguished cries of a woman echoed: "Mirror, give me a mirror, let me see what has happened to my face! I want a mirror, let me go, let me go!"

The hospital beds were being pushed around, electronic devices were in operation, women were cursing, and Xia Ziming and Che Xiaoman were trying to dissuade them, all the sounds mingled together, buzzing in Shen Qianxue's ears

"What if none of us wins?" Shen Qianxue retorted

Shen Qianxue, illuminated by the glow of the fireworks, gazed at the profile of the young man, whose sculpted features were as warm and smooth as jade, exuding the essence of sunlight

We have already broken up; whether I have someone to bail me out is none of your concern. Moreover, this matter has nothing to do with me in the first place. The innocent will clear themselves!

Shen Qianxue was pulled up onto the reef and sat down beside him

You! Xia Ziming was left speechless

Shen Qianxue tossed her head and walked away, leaving Xia Ziming with a resolute silhouette

"Mom, what happened?" Shen Qianxue walked into the crowd, looking completely at a loss

"It is you who harmed me, it is you who wanted to harm me!" Lin Miao tightly gripped Shen Qianxue's neck, her eyes bloodshot, resembling a demon. "Why did you change my medicine, why did you want to harm me! Why! Shen Qianxue, may you have a terrible death, may you have a terrible death!"

Xia Ziming waved his hand, interrupting her words, or rather, he simply did not want to hear her excuses: "Shen Qianxue, do you know why I like Lin Miao? Because I am tired of your gentleness; you have never had your own stance, nor any opinions. Ha, you can't even get angry or jealous; you have no idea what kind of partner I want!"

Only by breaking free from the cocoon can one become a butterfly. She should learn to be a butterfly that breaks free from the cocoon and flies towards the future

Shen Qianxue laughed self-deprecatingly, recalling the happiest time in her life: when she was still young, and the three of them lived in a bungalow. During those summers, the air was filled with the chirping of cicadas, sunlight streamed through the mountains, filtered through the mottled leaves, illuminated the crystal-clear stream, and fell upon her. The neighbor's cats and dogs scurried in the alley, while children in little vests ran along the country roads. Her parents held her hand as they walked along the small paths in the fields. The neighbor's cats and dogs scurried in the alley, while children in little vests ran along the country roads. Her parents held her hand as they walked along the small paths in the fields.

The ward was engulfed in a deathly silence

Shen Qianxue suddenly panicked, standing frozen in place as if under a spell, unable to move. Who else could she turn to besides calling the police

"Qianxue, come back quickly, something has happened at home." When Zhang Meiwen called, Shen Qianxue was in the printing room printing the meeting documents

Shen Qianxue returned home, took out all her cards, wrote the passwords on a piece of paper, and pressed it down on the coffee table with the remote control. She also took another piece of paper, preparing to write something, expressing her grievances and her feelings of injustice from the world. Just before she began to write, she once again heard Zhang Meiwen's words in her ear: "So many people are dying, why don't you go?"

This is a strange person, and Shen Qianxue's thoughts were in disarray. Suddenly, a coat was draped over her shoulders, startling her. She looked up and, illuminated by the bright moonlight, she clearly saw the young man beside her. The sea breeze ruffled the young man's clothes, the moonlight was gentle, and the sea breeze whispered softly. When their gazes met, Shen Qianxue saw the young man's eyes, which seemed darker than the night, yet the light within them far surpassed that of the sun

I am not a boy, is it my fault

Shen Qianxue was released on bail by Shen Shaohai, and the reasons for the police's decision to release her are twofold: first, the school's surveillance footage did not capture anything significant, and thus the charge of intentional injury could not be established due to insufficient evidence; second, Che Xiaoman also came forward to provide testimony, proving that Lin Miao's injury was a result of her own misstep and was unrelated to anyone else

Shen Qianxue lingered on the street for a long time, never expecting to encounter such a situation. Her ex-boyfriend, in a bid for revenge, had gotten together with her close friend. She had previously thought that such events only existed in novels and television dramas, never realizing that they could stem from real life.

She bought dinner near the hospital and walked joyfully towards Zhang Meiwen's hospital room

After returning home, she began to tidy up the things in the house, and it was not until after 3:00 AM that she had everything organized.

The news of Lin Miao's complete disfigurement arrived two weeks later. At that time, Shen Qianxue had just secured her internship position, and she had not yet completed a week of work when a call came from home

Lin Miao's accident and injury was also my fault

The patient's emotions have become uncontrollable

In the darkness, she stepped into the cold sea water, one step at a time. When the water submerged to her chest, she already found it difficult to breathe. Just as she was about to move forward, the wind carried the sound of Tan Weiwei singing the song "Insomnia Book".

Shen Qianxue lay on the sofa in the hall, feeling utterly exhausted. The screen of her mobile phone displayed numerous calls from various companies, but she did not wish to return any of them.

The dull sound drew the attention of others, and Xia Ziming lowered his head, biting his lip tightly, as if to explain: "Lin Miao just happened to appear at this moment."

Two hours later, Shen Qianxue walked out of the towering office building. She was holding a cardboard box, leaving the place where she had once worked, just like all the unemployed individuals. Standing outside the office building, the glass curtain wall faithfully reflected her current appearance: a girl with a vacant gaze

No one knows, the birds, lost in the sky

Shen Qianxue opened her eyes and looked at the young man beside her. The young man had his eyes gently closed, wearing an expression full of hope. The sea breeze softly tousled his fluffy hair, and the fireworks illuminated his gentle face

Do you also know that you gave birth to a financial burden? Of course, you suffered during childbirth, but I have done my utmost to support you over the years. Zhang Meiwen, you cannot blame me; I never intended to abandon you and your daughter. If you didn't constantly argue with me, I would have continued to support you. Now that things have come to this, who can you blame? Isn't it because you are a shrew?" Shen Shaohai said with righteous indignation, placing all the blame for their failed marriage on Zhang Meiwen.

3 PM, Guardian Coffee House

Che Xiaoman's action and expression were keenly noticed by Lin Miao's mother, who turned her head to look at Shen Qianxue

Red banknotes fluttered in the air, falling to the ground accompanied by cries and shouts

It is too frightening

Shen Qianxue also awakened due to his sudden rise. She looked up at his chiseled face and felt that he, standing in the sea breeze, was like a brilliant star in the night.

The endless quarrels echoed in Shen Qianxue's ears, and she had spent her life in such disputes from childhood to the present

Shen Qianxue returned the necklace that Xia Ziming had once given her, restoring everything to its rightful owner. She did not wish to owe him anything, including feelings.

Shen Qianxue stood frozen in place, her mind filled with countless questions

On that evening when the sunset resembled blood, Shen Qianxue summoned all her courage and arranged to meet Xia Ziming, where they had their first date, to discuss their breakup

The latter sentence was not spoken by Zhang Meiwen. Her self-esteem did not allow her to say that

Before departing, Shen Qianxue glanced at Lin Miao, who lay quietly on the hospital bed, appearing so helpless

My name is Shen Qianxue, what is your name? Please leave me a phone number, so that we will know who won and who lost in the future

Another message suddenly popped up. Shen Qianxue opened it; it was from Supervisor Li: "Shen Qianxue, do you still want this job? What time is it, and you still haven't come to work?"

Look, isn't that Shen Qianxue

It is a thousand

Shen Qianxue held back the tears in her eyes, unaware that Lin Miao in the hospital was already on the verge of madness

Che Xiaoman called Shen Qianxue to inform her that Lin Miao's facial wound had become infected again: "Qianxue, I just heard from someone in the department that Lin Miao's wound on her face has become infected, and she is currently receiving emergency treatment at the hospital. Should we go and see her?"

Zhang Meiwen looked at Shen Qianxue's disappointing face and felt an overwhelming anger: "What are you doing back here, you worthless piece of trash?"

Who would have thought that Xia Ziming would become aggressive: "Do you know why you are locked up here? It is because your family is not well-off, and you do not have the wealth and power of the Lin family. Without my protection, you can only be bullied." Regarding Shen Qianxue's indifference, Xia Ziming was somewhat unable to contain his anger, "If you were still my girlfriend, I could generously bail you out and tell everyone that you are also a victim."

Shen Qianxue was lost in thought, unsure of what she should say.

Lin Miao's parents looked at her with concern, wanting to step forward to comfort her but hesitating to do so

However, Supervisor Li showed no consideration and bluntly told her to pack her things and leave: "Taking leave, taking leave, how long have you been on the job? We hired you to take leave? If you have issues at home, then don't come to work! Go back and sort it out before looking for a job again"