Chapter 4, Awakening from the Dream

Nie Chongzhi stepped forward towards her, saying: "Jiang Zhengxuan, I do not agree. There is ambiguity between us; how can you marry him? Moreover, do you think he loves you?"

His voice was filled with joy and delight, like that of a child. Jiang Zhengxuan was once again overcome by an inexplicable strange feeling. She gazed at the azure sea, dotted with glimmering gold, and spoke softly and slowly: "Brother Nie, I am really going to get married. The past is just that, the past, isn't it? As long as you are willing, any beautiful girl in Luohai City would be happy to accompany you on a journey around the world."

When Jiang Zhengxuan woke up the next day, the sunlight had already flooded in abundantly, and the warm air flowed with gentle and bright colors. She felt a slight rocking sensation beneath her bed, and as she opened her eyes groggily, she sensed that the space she was in was quite strange, narrow and awkward. ... The surroundings were white, resembling metal ... . ... After a moment, Jiang Zhengxuan realized that she was on a yacht.

Nie Chongzhi slowly approached her, kissing her repeatedly on the face, feeling as if he could never kiss enough. In her sleep, Jiang Zhengxuan seemed to sense the disturbance, raising her hand as if swatting away a mosquito, and with a "slap," struck his face.

Lu Geqing glanced and said, "But you must not spoil the child; there is no need for such expensive gifts."

Although she hired a professional public relations company, she still resembled every bride-to-be, busy every day with various matters. The final choice of wedding dress, the final selection of venue, beverages, guest gifts, and even the color of a satin ribbon bow, all had to be decided by her. In addition, there were also matters concerning the soft decoration of the wedding house. She spent her days running around the furniture markets in Luohai, coordinating with designers for the soft decoration and design of the wedding house.

He had clearly consumed a considerable amount of alcohol, and his breath was replete with a strong scent of liquor. Jiang Zhengxuan felt as if she were almost intoxicated by his presence. She took two steps back: "Why doesn't he love me anymore?"

Jiang Zhengxuan fell silent for a moment and shook her head, saying, "Forget it, I won't drink anymore." Nie Chongzhi seemed to sigh and helplessly reminded her, "Then wait for me here, I will go to the car to get it and be back soon."

Throughout the journey, Jiang Zhengxuan lethargically rested her head against the car window, watching the various desolations of the late-night streets and alleys fleetingly appear and disappear before her... Her stomach seemed to have caught her emotions, feeling extremely uncomfortable.

Nie Chongzhi suddenly stood up, raised a leg, and with a few loud thuds, kicked all the wine glasses and ice buckets into the water. While he still had control over his will, Nie Chongzhi turned and headed into the cabin: "I do not permit you to marry him. I said I do not permit it, did you hear me"

Alright, alright... no more crying... no more crying...

Jiang Zhengxuan stared at the water surface beneath the bridge for a long time and hoarsely said, "I want to drink water." Nie Chongzhi glanced at her deeply, then turned to go to the car to fetch some. However, after taking a few steps, as if feeling uneasy, he said, "It's quite late, shall we drink in the car instead?"

Nie Chongzhi's head gradually lowered, covering her lips. He kissed her once more! At first, it was just a gentle touch against her lips, then gradually deepening and intensifying, turning into a tender sucking, like a bee lingering on a flower, unwilling to part for even a moment

Jiang Zhengnan's rehabilitation was very successful. By the summer of the second year, he was able to walk freely on both legs, although he still needed to continuously take some medication and undergo treatment, as well as regular check-ups.

At such times, Jiang Zhengxuan always remains silent with her eyes cast down. Only she understands the true intentions of Nie Chongzhi, akin to those of a tipsy man.

Nie Chongzhi glanced at Jiang Zhengxuan without changing his expression and politely inclined his body, saying, "I will not disturb you any longer, I am going in." After saying this, he turned and left.

So gentle and graceful, so cherished in countless ways, as if she were his only treasure in this world

Jiang Zhengxuan crawled out from under the blanket, covering her face. She weakly said: "Nie Chongzhi, could you please go out? I really don't want to see you today. Just let me be, even if it's just for today! I'm begging you."

I absolutely hate you all. Each and every one of you bullies and deceives me

Ye Yingzhang replied, "Brother Nie, you jest. How could I possibly disturb you? Brother Nie, would you like to sit down and have something to eat together?"

She will no longer continue like this with him! She is getting married!

Had it not been for the accidental breaking of the picture frame, she might never have known the secret that Ye Yingzhang had hidden for all these years

Nie Chongzhi held her tightly, allowing her to hit him, whispering sweet nothings in her ear, calling her "baby" and "darling," soothing her, urging her not to be sad or upset

Jiang Zhengxuan was so startled by Nie Chongzhi that she could not even eat the dragon meat, and naturally, she had no desire to drink coffee. The only thing she wanted to do was to leave the restaurant as soon as possible. Thus, without a second thought, she chose to go to the movies.

Lu Geqing personally took the teapot from Aunt Lan, poured a cup of tea, and handed it to Ye's mother: "What are you saying? I am not aware of the young couple, but I have been looking forward to your visits every day. It would be best if you could settle down in Luohai, so we can come and go, which would also help alleviate the boredom."

This indicates that she and Ye Yingzhang were indeed a couple in the past. Moreover, even after their reunion, there was something that existed between them. It is just that she, Jiang Zhengxuan, was foolish, and it is only at this moment that she realizes it

Upon hearing about Nie Gengli's family, Ye Mu couldn't help but glance over and said, "Oh my, could it be that child from the Nie family who is listed in the United States?"

Ye Mu inquired: "Xuanxuan, what do you think?"

As the mattress sank, someone sat down beside her bed. There was a faint scent of soap in the air, and Jiang Zhengxuan, with a splitting headache, realized that this person was Nie Chongzhi

Upon hearing this, Nie Chong's eyes suddenly became sharp, but in an instant, they faded away. His deep gaze, imbued with a strange sense of sorrow, looked at her, and he surprisingly fell silent.

At this point, Jiang Zhengxuan could only be resolute: "Yes, I love him this much!"

At last, it seems that even the sea breeze has gradually calmed down all around...

Jiang Zhengxuan opened the phone that she had been tightly holding in her palm: "Go ahead and call, I will no longer stop you."

The entire world was spinning chaotically, and Jiang Zhengxuan felt as if she stood in a frigid expanse, dressed too lightly. She looked around in confusion, surrounded by a vast whiteness, devoid of any signs of life, with no end in sight.

The cinema is screening a nearly out-of-theater American 3D blockbuster, which is the action film that Ye Yingzhang has always loved the most. In fact, most girls tend to prefer those romantic love stories filled with affection, and Jiang Zhengxuan is no exception

It is simply unbelievable that it ended so easily. Even the sun rising from the west would not astonish Jiang Zhengxuan as much. After entering, Jiang Zhengxuan kept his phone tightly in hand, looking at it repeatedly, still finding it hard to believe. Given his temperament, it is absolutely impossible for him to let her off so easily!

As Jiang Zhengxuan got out of the taxi at the yacht club, it was already late at night. Her phone emitted a soft notification sound. She swiped the screen and saw a few words: "When are you planning to come over!" A long string of exclamation marks indicated that Nie Chongzhi was extremely impatient.

The door behind her gently pushed open and then slowly closed. It was probably Lian Zhen returning the call.

The nausea in her stomach seemed to have been forcefully suppressed. Jiang Zhengxuan only felt dizzy, as if she were floating in the clouds, stepping on the soft cloud masses with each uncertain step. If it were not for Nie Chongzhi supporting her arm, she would have collapsed long ago

This harmonious and warm scene was soon interrupted by Nie Chongzhi and Jiang Zhengnan, who entered.

After taking just a few steps, a loud "thud" echoed in his ears. Nie Chongzhi felt a chill run down his spine and turned around abruptly, but there was no sign of Jiang Zhengxuan on the deck.

In an instant, it seemed as if countless bees were swirling chaotically before Jiang Zhengxuan, with the buzzing sound of "buzz buzz buzz" filling his ears. How could Nie Chongzhi appear here? What did he want? Panic and fear surged over Jiang Zhengxuan's heart like a tidal wave.

Mother Ye looked at her and smiled broadly: "Alright, alright, in a few days, you should start calling me 'Mom.'" This made Jiang Zhengxuan lower her head.

There is a vague sense that anything is possible! Yet, even with such thoughts, Jiang Zhengxuan's heart is always in a state of turmoil, filled with anxiety and unease

Jiang Zhengxuan has never been this busy and exhausted, going to bed every day completely worn out, with no time for idle thoughts

In the deep autumn of this year, the usually gentle and rainy city of Luohai experienced the largest gold robbery since the founding of the nation. Following a strong deployment by the Luohai Municipal Public Security Bureau, a special task force led by Ye Yingzhang successfully solved the gold robbery case two weeks later, and Ye Yingzhang was awarded the highest honor by the bureau.

"Every time you are unhappy, you like to hit me hard, to kick me hard... Xuanxuan, I am made of flesh too. Don't you ever realize that I can feel pain as well?" His voice was deep and hoarse, as if he were utterly exhausted. "Xuanxuan, do you know? I also feel pain, I also get tired, my heart can hurt too."

She feels that she is really going crazy! Recently, she often thinks of him for no reason!

She gradually let go of her worries

Elder brother Jiang Zhengnan comforted her all the way. Upon returning home, she closed her eyes and fell asleep, her mind a blur of emptiness and illusion. The entire world seemed to her like a blank slate. Jiang Zhengnan stayed with her for a long time, thinking she was sound asleep, and gently closed the door as he left. Jiang Zhengxuan, in a daze in the bedroom, heard the sound of her elder brother's car starting and leaving. However, not long after, the bedroom door opened and then gently closed again, as someone entered her bedroom. Jiang Zhengxuan, still in a daze, heard the sound of her elder brother's car starting and leaving. But soon after, the bedroom door opened and then gently closed again, as someone entered her bedroom. Jiang Zhengxuan thought it was Aunt Lan and paid it no mind.

Jiang Zhengxuan knew that once this call was made, her relationship with Ye Yingzhang would also come to an end. Of course, this outcome did not seem too bad. She did not understand why she had such thoughts. She only knew that at this moment, she was utterly exhausted. Even if everything were laid bare, she would not care.

I will listen to you about everything in the future, alright? You should leave quickly

The tears that I thought had dried up surged forth again in that moment. Jiang Zhengxuan transformed all her unwillingness and grievances into strength, striking him with varying force: "Nie Chongzhi, I hate you all! I hate you all! I despise you! Leave! Leave!"

The two were entangled fiercely, Nie Chongzhi blocking her lips and doing as he pleased, while Jiang Zhengxuan could not resist... Nie Chongzhi was well aware of all her weaknesses, committing every possible wrongdoing... Jiang Zhengxuan let out a suppressed whimper, turning her face to bite down hard on his shoulder, yet her body softened like a feather...

Jiang Zhengxuan lowered her voice: "So what if it's good? So what if it's not good? Besides, I know it's the 11th, no need for you to remind me."

Aunt Ye saw that he was walking without any abnormalities, and she expressed her joy by saying: "Zhengnan, seeing that you are doing well, Aunt Ye can truly rest assured." Jiang Zhengnan replied: "Thank you, Aunt Ye, for your concern."

Fortunately, Ye Yingzhang did not notice anything unusual

On that day, she finally realized that Brother Ye had never loved her, not even a little bit

Mother Lu Geqing truly regarded Nie Chongzhi as half a son after this incident. She has mentioned in front of others more than once: "Chongzhi is such a loyal and righteous child, I am truly delighted. As the saying goes, adversity reveals true feelings; between friends, only when one truly encounters difficulties and experiences challenges can one know if they are true friends."

Time and space seemed to crystallize into a solid form. After a long while, the door gently closed once more

Nie Chongzhi let out a cold laugh on the other end of the phone: "Not much! I just want to know where you are right now"

The words "like" were spoken in an extremely low voice, akin to a murmur. Jiang Zhengxuan, who was utterly exhausted and on the verge of dozing off, stood frozen in place, momentarily believing that there was something wrong with her ears

The light in his eyes extinguished like flames, and an indescribable sharpness and sorrow surged to the tip of his nose. Yet, Nie Chongzhi slowly smiled: "From now on, you will live a fairy-tale-like happy life with Ye Yingzhang?" From now on, leaving him all alone?

She only desires a resolution. Whether it is a resolution with Ye Yingzhang or a resolution with Nie Chongzhi, she can no longer continue like this

Everyone was engrossed in watching with 3D glasses. In the darkness, Jiang Zhengxuan felt an inexplicable discomfort, a persistent sensation of unease creeping up her back, leaving her feeling cold all over, an indescribable strangeness and anxiety. It was as if someone was secretly watching her every move.

Nie Chongzhi extended his hand, gently tracing the contours of her face in the darkness with his fingertips. Her eyebrows, slender and elongated, were just right. Her nose, neither high nor low, was just right. Her cheeks, neither large nor small, were just right. Her mouth, small and delicate, was just right. Her earlobes, soft and plump, were just right

Jiang Zhengxuan lowered her head and said, "Aunt Ye, I am fine with everything." Is she really going to marry Ye Dage? Perhaps she had been thinking about it too much in the past, and now that it is truly in front of her, Jiang Zhengxuan feels a sense of uncertainty. ... Even more terrifying is that in that moment, Nie Chongzhi's face kept flashing in her mind ... ? ... Could it be that she has been possessed? !. Even more terrifying is that in that moment, Nie Chongzhi's face kept flashing in her mind ... ? ... Could it be that she has been possessed? !.

However, she despondently covered her face with both hands. She could not deceive herself; at such a moment, she unexpectedly thought of Nie Chongzhi

In that moment, Jiang Zhengxuan did not know what was happening to her, as her heart suddenly felt a sharp pang of sadness. Had she gone mad again? How could she have suddenly recalled those words? In a daze, her hand inadvertently loosened, and all at once, a crisp sound of cracking glass echoed, as the mirror of the frame shattered on the ground, blooming into a patch of transparent glass flowers.

Upon closer inspection, the restaurant manager was leading a familiar tall man towards her direction—who else could it be but Nie Chongzhi

Perhaps she is too tired, which is why she is like this. Indeed, she has been very tired lately, with a mountain of fatigue weighing heavily upon her.

Jiang Zhengxuan felt as if her face was burning, her mind seemed to be filled with alcohol, and she was in a daze... In the swirling haze, she realized that she did not actually dislike this kiss; she even forgot about Brother Ye, forgot that she was to be married, and forgot everything...

As expected. Lu Geqing had already made preparations in her heart, and at this moment, she smiled and said: "I naturally have no objections. It mainly depends on the wishes of the two children, Yingzhang and Xuanxuan"

It seemed as if a venomous snake had bitten her foot, and Jiang Zhengxuan jumped up from the beauty couch with a start: "What are you doing here?"

Their table is located in the corner, next to some private rooms, which makes it quite tranquil

Lu Geqing smiled and said: "Not yet, he is one year younger than Zhengnan. You usually help keep an eye on them. They are not young anymore, yet they are still so leisurely, not to mention that many children from other families are already able to run errands! Alas, it really is the emperor who is not anxious, but it is us eunuchs who are dying of anxiety!" Mother Ye laughed: "Well, that's not difficult. On the day Yingzhang marries Xuanxuan, both sides' relatives and friends will be present, and at that time, there will be plenty of girls for them to choose from slowly. The mountains and rivers in Wufu nurture people, and the girls there are all delicate and beautiful... On the day Yingzhang marries Xuanxuan, both sides' relatives and friends will be present, and at that time, there will be plenty of girls for them to choose from slowly. The mountains and rivers in Wufu nurture people, and the girls there are all delicate and beautiful...

She is truly afraid and has genuinely begun to soften towards Nie Chongzhi

No, it cannot be Xu Lianzhen. She would never deceive her like this! It must be a mistake. Lianzhen always accompanies her whenever she has time, whether it is shopping, dining, having coffee, or trying on wedding dresses. She even once agreed to be her bridesmaid.

At this point, he jokingly said: "You see, you are unaware of my little thoughts. In this day and age, the jewelry and items outside cannot compare to the quality left by the older generation. As for me, I prefer to save wherever I can, so I won't spend extravagantly on outside items. I simply took one from my own jewelry to make do. After all, I only have this one son, so the savings will ultimately benefit them anyway"

Indeed, she loves Ye Yingzhang so much! Hasn't he always known this? Yet he still refuses to believe it. He even foolishly asks about it! Even an idiot is probably a bit smarter than he is!

The apocalypse, even with the arrival of zombies, is not that terrifying! Jiang Zhengxuan's heart momentarily stopped beating

Nie Chongzhi stood motionless in place, slowly closing his eyes. In an instant, he opened them again, suddenly revealing a smile that sent chills down one's spine: "Of course I know." His eyes were phoenix-like, always slightly upturned when he smiled, and even a casual smile would make one feel a tightening in their breath.

Ye Yingzhang now seems to her like an unattainable beautiful dream from the time of her first awakening to love. She exerts all her strength, only wishing to grasp that dream

Nie Chongzhi said on the phone in a light yet serious tone: "How is it? Did you enjoy a heartfelt dinner with dear Brother Ye? Is your mood as beautiful as a blooming flower? However, I would like to remind you that in just over three hours, it will be the 12th."

She would rather jump into the sea than stay with herself. No matter what, she must leave herself, even if it means doing so in such a resolute manner. Nie Chongzhi understood with a heart as dead as ashes that she truly had no feelings for herself. Even though they had been intimate countless times, in the depths of her heart, he was not even worth a single hair of Ye Yingzhang.

Jiang Zhengxuan smiled shyly and said, "Yes." Wan Shuping, with a cheerful demeanor, replied, "Then Aunt Wan will not disturb you. You two can enjoy your meal slowly." Jiang Zhengxuan inclined her body slightly and smiled, watching Wan Shuping and the others enter the private room.

Lu Geqing nodded repeatedly with satisfaction, saying, "Indeed, indeed, this is it." She turned to Nie Chongzhi and said, "This is Ye Yingzhang's mother; you should call her Aunt Ye along with Zhengnan and the others."

However, no matter how many times she asks herself, she is always unable to reach a conclusion, not knowing why

She jumped into the sea. She actually jumped into the sea! Nie Chongzhi suddenly leaped down, embraced her in the water, and surfaced with her, shouting in shock and anger: "Are you crazy? Are you crazy?"

After a long while, she looked up and saw the photo frame on the bedside table, and casually took it over.

What exactly happened between her and Brother Ye? How did it come to this point?

She recognized the girl in the photo with just a glance. It is Xu Lianzhen! It is actually Xu Lianzhen!

Nie Chongzhi smiled lightly, as if he had merely encountered a friend. However, Jiang Zhengxuan felt both fearful and angry, tense with the realization that she was like the monkey trapped under the Five Finger Mountain of the Buddha, her fate entirely dependent on his whims

Jiang Zhengxuan let out a slight sigh of relief, her hand struggling gently as she attempted to withdraw it. However, the moment she moved, Nie Chongzhi tightened his grip even more. ... She was unable to escape from his iron-like grasp ... . ... Through the 3D lenses, Jiang Zhengxuan saw the flickering flames in his eyes, as if they could ignite into a blaze at any moment

However, Lian Zhen has returned, and at least she now has a companion

Nie Chongzhi slowly sneered, speaking without thinking: "What a pity, even if you love him so much, tonight you still have to be with me."

She felt as if she were a tightrope walker, carefully maintaining her balance. With every second and every step, she felt that she could fall at any moment, plummeting into the abyss and shattering into pieces.

Ye Yingzhang: "After he took a long-distance bus from Sanyuan to Luohai, he successively used various modes of transportation including tricycles, taxis, buses, and motorcycles, and he modified his means of transport each time he changed. Then, at around 8 o'clock, he entered a jewelry store with a firearm to commit robbery... He can be considered one of the most adept criminals at evading detection that we have encountered in our bureau"

She had not seen Nie Chongzhi again until that day when she was trying on wedding dresses with Lian Zhen at Schumann's store

Nie Chongzhi seemed to have lost his hearing, as he slowly repeated, "Xuanxuan, please do not marry him, okay?" The emotions flowing from the depths of his eyes resembled sorrow, causing an inexplicable tightness in her heart. Jiang Zhengxuan did not understand what was happening to her; she surprisingly felt an impulse to agree with him.

Nie Chongzhi also understood the importance of knowing when to stop while ahead. After receiving the text message, he replied slowly with a few words: "These are all your words, I will remember them." He took her hand and gently kissed it near his lips, then took advantage of the dimness in the cinema to leave.

Decisive and unequivocal, every word is clear, leaving no room for any ambiguity. Each word from Jiang Zhengxuan struck like a hammer, pounding on Nie Chongzhi's heart, which was already drenched in blood.

If possible, Nie Chongzhi truly wished he could just strangle her to death! But he did not; he merely asked gently, "Ye Yingzhang, is it really that good? Do you truly love him so much?"

Jiang Zhengxuan naturally sensed Nie Chongzhi's intense gaze; she pretended to focus on the snacks on the coffee table, not daring to meet his eyes at all

Jiang Zhengxuan deeply, deeply, deeply hates herself

Jiang Zhengxuan slowly closed her eyes and said, "Yes, I want to marry Brother Ye."

The smell of alcohol on him was overwhelming, and Jiang Zhengxuan struggled desperately to avoid his touch: "Nie Chongzhi, let go of me, this is where we stop! Let go of me... let go of me."

Nie Chongzhi's affectionate eyes gradually filled with lonely sorrow: "Xuanxuan, I am sorry, it is all my fault"

A sound of "zheng" echoed in her ears, as if something within her body had snapped. Her blood seemed to flow out from the soles of her feet in a rush. Jiang Zhengxuan trembled her lips, her hands and feet cold, and collapsed onto the ground.

Jiang Zhengxuan's gaze fixed on the dark distance: "No, I will marry Brother Ye, I want to marry Brother Ye."

Lian Zhen's smile is bittersweet, and these years seem to have passed rather unhappily. The beautiful women around her elder brother Jiang Zhengnan come and go, like a revolving door, constantly changing. If she were Lian Zhen, she too would find it hard to be happy

Nie Chongzhi clearly noticed her and immediately slowed his pace to walk over. He smiled calmly and said, "Mr. Ye, it has been a long time since we last met. I did not expect to encounter you and Xuanxuan here today. Am I being too oblivious and interrupting your sweet date?"

How could he appear at this moment? Exhausted, she seemed to lack even the strength to say a word

Nie Chongzhi firmly held Jiang Zhengxuan, who was asleep, in his embrace, and whispered softly in her ear: "Every time you get angry, you resemble a shrew, not at all like your usual lovely and obedient self... But, but... even in that state, I still like you so, so much..."

Indeed, in today's society, who hasn't experienced love once or twice

Jiang Zhengxuan had just loosened his clenched fist when Nie Chongzhi, who had only taken two steps, seemed to recall something. He paused, turned his back to them, and casually asked, "By the way, Mr. Ye, what is the date today?"

The cabin bedroom was shrouded in darkness, as if it had solidified, with not a sound to be heard. Only his soft utterance of "Is it good?" lingered faintly in the room like wisps of smoke

Jiang Zhengxuan quietly walked towards him and sat down beside him. This was an unprecedented, instinctive closeness, and Nie Chongzhi's heart suddenly skipped a beat, filled with boundless joy from her simple action

Jiang Zhengxuan watched as Nie Chongzhi inclined his body slightly and took his leave. His tall and upright figure gradually disappeared beyond the two doors

As a result, Jiang Zhengxuan could no longer eat any food. The only thing she could do was to lower her head and strive to maintain her composure.

Jiang Zhengxuan had attempted more than once to tell Lian Zhen about her situation with Nie Chongzhi. However, each time the words were on the tip of her tongue, she swallowed them back, realizing that she could not bring herself to speak. How could she possibly articulate something so utterly shameless!

Xu Lianzhen appeared like a shadow, vanishing silently and then reappearing before her without a sound

She also does not know why she keeps thinking about it. She only knows that his desolate tone that day gnawed at her heart like ants, and she could not shake it off no matter what.

Jiang Zhengxuan gasped again. This fellow must be completely drunk

His expression and tone were quite peculiar. Jiang Zhengxuan silently turned her gaze away.

It is neither heavy nor painful, Nie Chongzhi gently held her hand and stroked his own face. After a while, he let out a long sigh, leaned close to her ear, and murmured: "Xuanxuan, please don't marry Ye Yingzhang, okay? Xuanxuan, could you share just a little bit of the love you have for him with me, please? Even if it's just a tiny bit, I... I would be willing to do anything..."

Jiang Zhengxuan once only hoped to spend every day with Ye Yingzhang. If Ye Yingzhang were to speak to her endlessly about cases, no matter how bloody or cruel, she would be the best listener, feeling that the moments spent with him were simply wonderful

From that point on, whenever Jiang Zhengxuan saw Nie Chongzhi, he behaved like a mouse encountering a cat, submissive and compliant.

Jiang Zhengxuan has always known that Ye Yingzhang had been in a relationship, but Ye Yingzhang never mentioned it, so she naturally pretended not to know. At one point, she clearly felt that there seemed to be someone in Ye Yingzhang's heart. She had once mentioned it gloomily in front of her mother, but her mother, Lu Geqing, merely replied, "Who doesn't have their own story? What has passed is just the past"

Lu Geqing knew she was joking; how could she really save money on this gift? She smiled at Jiang Zhengxuan and said, "Why don't you quickly thank Aunt Ye? Such high-quality jade is rare and hard to come by. Even if one has a lot of money on hand, one must first encounter it before anything else."

After watching the movie, I will go to your apartment immediately

How ironic! I have once again been hit by that bastard Nie Chongzhi!

Nie Chongzhi glanced at Jiang Zhengxuan, who had her head lowered, and smiled, saying, "No, I have an appointment today." Looking around, he said to them with a half-smile, "You surely do not know that this place is famous in Luohai for blind dates. I am here for a blind date today"

Could it be that there is a problem with the line? Or perhaps his phone just happened to run out of battery? Or maybe his blind date was very successful, and they fell in love at first sight, so he generously decided to let her off the hook

Yet the people around have fallen into a deep sleep, unaware and unfeeling

In the end, she found Xu Lianzhen, threw the photo at her, and questioned her why. Xu Lianzhen's gaze avoided her, repeatedly saying "I'm sorry" to her.

Jiang Zhengxuan has always regarded Xu Lianzhen as her best friend. After her elder brother Jiang Zhengnan had a car accident, Xu Lianzhen disappeared without a trace. No matter what, she could not get in touch with her, and she was more anxious than anyone else, fearing that something had happened to her. She asked her elder brother, inquired with He Jun, and even had Brother Ye utilize the public security system's network in an attempt to locate her whereabouts. However, despite exhausting all methods, she still could not find her.

Day after day, during the brightest and most radiant moments of sunlight in Luohai, Ye Yingzhang's mother made a special trip from Wufu City to visit Lu Geqing. Lu Geqing naturally understood the purpose of Ye's mother's visit. If it had not been for Jiang Zhengnan's car accident, Xuanxuan and Ye Yingzhang would have already been married, and perhaps they would even have children by now. Now that her son Jiang Zhengnan has fully recovered, it seems that Ye's mother has come specifically for the marriage of the two young ones.

Jiang Zhengxuan was filled with anxiety and guilt, even feeling as if she were on the brink of madness. How could she be so shameless, engaging in a relationship with Nie Chongzhi while simultaneously dating her beloved Brother Ye

No, it cannot be Lian Zhen! How could it possibly be Lian Zhen!

Jiang Zhengxuan turned her back to him and did not turn around again

Jiang Zhengxuan continued speaking regardless of whether he was listening or not: "Brother Nie, I really feel so tired, so very tired. Please don't push me anymore, okay? Every time I am with you, I feel guilty towards Brother Ye... I feel like I have already split my personality, I feel like I have gone crazy... I want to make it clear to you today, please do not call me again, do not come looking for me anymore... Is that okay? I beg you, just consider it as my plea... Please let me have a way out." I want to make it clear to you today, please do not call me again, do not come looking for me anymore... Is that okay? I beg you, just consider it as my plea... Please let me have a way out.

Such a lack of response is equivalent to a response! In an instant, the entire deck fell silent, with only the sound of each other's uneven breaths remaining in the surrounding stillness

No matter how foolish she may be, she knows that Nie Chongzhi will not easily let go

Jiang Zhengxuan grabbed the photo and dashed out of Ye Yingzhang's dormitory like an arrow. She needed to find Xu Lianzhen to clarify things clearly!

As soon as he turned around, Nie Chongzhi's expression suddenly darkened, as if a thick layer of frost had settled upon him. Upon hearing about his blind date, she was so delighted that her joy was evident on her face. Judging by her demeanor, if it weren't in front of him, she would probably have bought firecrackers to celebrate. She could hardly wait to rid herself of him, couldn't she? Nie Chongzhi, filled with resentment, coldly ground his teeth and silently uttered three words through clenched jaws: "Jiang Zhengxuan"

At that time, she thought to herself that as long as he was by her side, she would be willing to try even the scariest horror films, let alone action movies. From then on, Ye Yingzhang naturally assumed that she also loved watching such films and no longer sought her opinion.

Xu Lianzhen is the girlfriend of her elder brother Jiang Zhengnan. She is also Jiang Zhengxuan's closest confidante, with whom she has shared countless moments of joy and happiness

He pleaded, speaking so softly, so low, that he had already lowered himself to the dust. Like all those in love in this world, he held his true heart bare in his hands, presenting it before the one he adored, with such sincerity and deep affection, hoping to earn a glance from his beloved. At the same time, he was so cautious, as if afraid of being let down or hurt by the one he cherished

... ...

She cannot blame Brother Ye, as she has also done something wrong to him. However, she cannot tolerate the deception of her best friend

All consciousness suddenly returned. She spent the night with him on the yacht yesterday

Ye Mu handed a gift to Jiang Zhengxuan: "Xuanxuan, open it and see if you like it"

Jiang Zhengxuan suddenly realized. How could she have thought of Nie Chongzhi for no reason again

Nie Chongzhi sat silently beside her, quietly accompanying her. His gaze was always sharp as a knife when directed at her, making it impossible for anyone to hide, even if Jiang Zhengxuan pretended to be asleep, she could still feel his burning stare. In the end, she could no longer pretend to be asleep.

His five fingers tightly gripped her finger, the force astonishingly strong, as if he intended to squeeze her until she cried out in pain. Nie Chongzhi's lips slowly opened and closed, silently uttering three words: "Jiang Zhengxuan"

A few months ago, when she saw her elder brother Jiang Zhengnan in his office again, she was happier than anyone else. She even foolishly thought that if her brother married Lian Zhen, then Lian Zhen could be her lifelong good sister. If at that time, their parents disagreed, she would help Lian Zhen by acting cute and saying good things, and could even pretend to go on a hunger strike. Their parents were most concerned about her, so they would definitely gradually compromise. Although Lian Zhen came from an ordinary family, she was kind-hearted and had a good temperament. As long as her mother spent time with her, she would surely come to like Lian Zhen. She envisioned everything so simply and beautifully

Jiang Zhengxuan even felt that every single one of her teeth was trembling, and she no longer dared to move even a fraction, not even daring to wipe away the cold sweat that was densely beading on her forehead

Jiang Zhengxuan stirred the lemon-scented chicken on her plate, a faint smile on her lips: "And then?"

In the photograph, she and Ye Yingzhang are holding hands, casting long shadows on the beach... Although the two are not facing the camera, the atmosphere in the photo is as romantic as a scene from a movie. This was taken during that year when they were on vacation at the small island with my elder brother Lian Zhen and the others.

She asked Lian Zhen why he suddenly left and why he returned. Lian Zhen smiled bitterly, not revealing the answer to her

Perhaps, this time he really should let go

For a whole half of the play, Nie Chongzhi held her hand tightly, refusing to let go. Jiang Zhengxuan, on the other hand, was on edge, not knowing how much cold sweat she had broken out in, her heart racing like a taut string, as if it might snap at any moment. She had no choice but to plead with him, repeatedly sending him messages: "Nie Chongzhi, what do you want? Can we talk about it when we get back?"

In fact, Jiang Zhengxuan did not know what was wrong with her at that time, nor why she thought of jumping off the bridge. She only remembered that her mind was completely dizzy and blank. The water surface below the bridge was like a mirror, the lights were hazy and white, and in the distance, there was a vast expanse of dark blue, resembling a gigantic, deep gem. In that moment, it was as if she was drawn in by this boundless depth; her hands and feet climbed onto the railing, then her foot stepped out, her hand loosened, and she closed her eyes, disregarding everything.

After dinner, Ye Yingzhang asked for her opinion: "Would you like to watch a movie or go for a cup of coffee?"

Jiang Zhengxuan felt as if she was on the brink of madness, driven to insanity by everything around her. She was immersed in her own emotions, disregarding everything and everyone, crying softly while striking him.

Long after, in the pitch-black darkness where one could not see their hand in front of their face, Jiang Zhengxuan gradually relaxed, breathing evenly, and unknowingly fell asleep

Brother Nie, I am getting married. I am going to marry Brother Ye

Nie Chongzhi was fishing at one end of the deck. Dressed in a white shirt and white pants, he appeared very simple and refreshing. Hearing her movement, he turned his head with a smile: "Are you awake? Are you hungry? I made cucumber sandwiches." He raised the fishing rod in his hand, "Or do you prefer grilled fish?"

Lu Geqing introduced Nie Chongzhi to Ye's mother: "This is Zhengnan's good brother, a classmate from Yunan Private High School, for over ten years. His name is Nie Chongzhi, the eldest son of the Nie Gengli family."

Jiang Zhengxuan was just about to take her seat when her gaze suddenly swept over to a figure not far away. In that instant, the tall and familiar silhouette caused her smile to wither like a flower at the corner of her mouth. It couldn't be, could it? Was she seeing things?

Everything about her is very, very good

But now this young princess is going to get married, marrying another person

You leave, you leave, I never want to see you again. You go away, you go away

Nie Chongzhi stepped forward, his eyes had completely darkened: "Are you really still planning to marry someone else? Do you really think I am a fool?"

The yacht was dimly lit, and Nie Chongzhi, holding a wine glass, leaned ambiguously against the deck, gazing at her from a distance: "Are you really prepared to marry Ye Yingzhang?"

Nie Chongzhi's silent gaze suddenly became as sharp as a blade due to her actions, as he forcefully smashed the wine glass onto the deck. With a "crack," it shattered into pieces, the red liquid mingling with the sparkling shards.

However, Nie Chongzhi did not leave. He stood there in a daze, gazing at the person before him who was even more beautiful than a painting. ... What flashed before his eyes was the scene of their first meeting, where a little princess, holding a Winnie the Pooh, with bare snowy feet, timidly pushed open the door.

In front of me is a photograph of Ye Yingzhang and another girl, with Ye Yingzhang's hand affectionately resting on the girl's shoulder. The background of the photo appears somewhat faded, and the attire and appearances of the two individuals indicate that this photograph was taken many years ago

After the sound of the door closing with a "thud," Jiang Zhengxuan suddenly felt weak all over and slowly crouched down.

Someone picked up the knitted sweater that had been set aside and gently draped it over her. Jiang Zhengxuan was about to say "thank you" when she suddenly felt something was amiss. She looked up and was startled to see a familiar tall figure.

Sigh, she has been absent-minded in everything she does lately, as if she has lost her soul, even handling a picture frame carefully would result in it shattering... Jiang Zhengxuan bent down to pick it up, feeling sorry for herself, when suddenly, she froze... There was actually another photo hidden behind it. Jiang Zhengxuan extended her finger and carefully took it out

It seemed too beautiful, yet too easy; she often felt a sense of unreality.

Nie Chongzhi said softly, "Don't move." He bent down, his long fingers carefully fastening each button one by one. After fastening the last button, Nie Chongzhi combed her hair with his fingers and said, "Alright, let's go."

He held her tightly regardless of the circumstances, suddenly kissing her fiercely and pressing against her ear with determination

He had never spoken to her in such a tone before. At this moment, he was very, very strange; his voice, his expression, and everything about him conveyed an emotion that was difficult to grasp. Jiang Zhengxuan took a step back: "No."

Jiang Zhengxuan was drenched in cold sweat, glancing at Ye Yingzhang with immense fear. Fortunately, he was completely focused on the movie screen, immersed in the plot, and did not notice anything unusual about her.

Jiang Zhengxuan suddenly felt a chill run down her spine. She slowly twisted her stiff, iron-like neck and met Nie Chongzhi's complex gaze, which was as cold as water.

However, no one answered him anymore

She repeatedly stared at the photo for confirmation, yet could not erase this living reality. Jiang Zhengxuan finally understood amidst the heart-wrenching pain that the person in the photo was indeed Xu Lianzhen. From the looks of the photo, it was clearly something that happened several years ago. It was evident that the two had once been a couple. But why were they pretending to be strangers? What exactly were they hiding from her and her elder brother?

How will he finally let her go

Looking back now, Jiang Zhengxuan was utterly foolish, a sight too pitiful to bear! At that moment, Jiang Zhengxuan was alone in the taxi, laughing heartily, perhaps so eerily that even the taxi driver in front couldn't help but glance back at her a few times

Her voice was both light and weary, yet every word was clear and resolute

Jiang Zhengxuan naturally cannot be unaware of the bigger picture: "Aunt Ye, I understand, and I will take care of my health. Thank you, Aunt Ye."

Just when Jiang Zhengxuan felt like she was about to go crazy, she encountered her friend Xu Lianzhen, who had returned to Luohai and back to the side of her elder brother Jiang Zhengnan

Under the brilliant lights, Ye Yingzhang's outline was distinct, and his spirit was soaring. Jiang Zhengxuan seemed to be stung by the dazzling light behind him, not daring to look for long.

Along the way, everything from the past flashed before her eyes like frames from a movie... Even if Jiang Zhengxuan were a fool, she gradually began to realize that Xu Lianzhen's kindness towards her might have merely been a deception all along

And she, in a state of bewilderment, experienced a sense of liberation and relaxation that she had never felt before, with only one thought in her mind: how wonderful it is that all of this is no longer related to her. Then, she fell into a cold abyss, losing all consciousness

However, sitting face to face with Ye Yingzhang and listening to him speak with great enthusiasm, Jiang Zhengxuan surprisingly felt none of the sweet joy from the past. All she felt was the fear and panic of having done something wrong. She was in a constant state of tension and terror, afraid that he might notice something unusual about her, afraid that he would discover her affair with Nie Chongzhi

Jiang Zhengxuan had little appetite and set down her knife and fork after eating a small piece of smoked chicken. When she looked up, she saw several people approaching their direction, led by a dignified noblewoman. She wore a classic black and white coat paired with black wide-leg pants, and around her neck was a classic pearl necklace, exuding an impressive demeanor with every gesture.

Spare her a way out, but who will spare his?

Lu Geqing, when it comes to his own family, does not hide anything from them: "I have probably narrowed down a few good dates. Look, I am still choosing. I am wondering whether it should be in October this year or at the end of the year?" Upon hearing this, Ye's mother laughed: "In my opinion, it would be better to choose October. The weather is pleasant then, neither too hot nor too cold. The weather is good. Anyway, the hotel and banquet arrangements are all ready, so we can take our time with the planning and preparations. You know me; I have been almost driven mad thinking about Xuanxuan as a daughter-in-law." Anyway, the hotel and banquet arrangements are all ready, so we can take our time with the planning and preparations. You know me; I have been almost driven mad thinking about Xuanxuan as a daughter-in-law.

He was utterly powerless. Even knowing that further entanglement would lead to the same outcome, Nie Chongzhi still could not bring himself to accept it. He spoke softly, as if everything that had happened before had never occurred, with a tenderness that was almost palpable: "Xuanxuan, I beg you, please do not marry him, alright?"

Behind Wan Shuping stood a middle-aged woman with a graceful figure and a beautiful neck, holding the hand of a long-haired beauty. The latter's delicate features were enchanting, reminiscent of the most splendid rose in full bloom during summer, captivating and stunning in a bold manner

On that day, she received countless "I'm sorry"s, everyone said "I'm sorry" to her. But what use are so many "I'm sorry"s to her!

Jiang Zhengxuan sat down on the edge of Ye Yingzhang's bed, covering her face, feeling dazed and confused. During this period, she had been perpetually in a daze, with a vague sense of emptiness and discomfort in her heart. What was wrong with her?

Jiang Zhengxuan unconsciously let out a sigh of relief. However, she forgot that she should have restrained her expression and concealed her relief; such an obvious relaxation was immediately noticed by Nie Chongzhi. Fortunately, he had good self-cultivation and a deep understanding of the situation, managing to keep his composure without revealing anything on his face, yet inside, he felt like a volcano ready to erupt, with magma already bubbling up.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Zhengxuan's smile, which was just about to rise at the corners of her mouth, suddenly froze, and she realized that she had been too quick to rejoice.

No, she does not want any "I'm sorry." What she wants is to know the use of "I'm sorry." She would rather Xu Lianzhen firmly tell her: "Xuanxuan, you are mistaken, the person in this photo is not me, she just looks like me." In fact, she would even prefer Xu Lianzhen to scold her harshly: "Jiang Zhengxuan, is there something wrong with your eyes? Which part of this person's eyes, nose, and mouth looks like me!"

She changed into a lace wedding dress with a vest style, and the strapless design beautifully outlined all her graceful lines. Jiang Zhengxuan gazed at the unfamiliar reflection in the mirror, feeling a sense of bewilderment, as if the person inside was herself, yet somehow not.

No, how could she possibly agree to him! She is not out of her mind. Jiang Zhengxuan shook her head and stepped back. As she kept retreating, she eventually backed up against the wall. There was nowhere left to go!

After that, Nie Chongzhi never appeared again and did not contact her. Meanwhile, Jiang Zhengxuan remained busy all day long. While Jiang Zhengxuan felt a sense of relief, she also experienced a subtle loneliness. She kept asking herself: "Why did he ask her not to marry Brother Ye?"

A hopeless heart, amidst the surging deep blue waves, dies little by little.

Ye Mu inquired again about Jiang Zhengnan's condition, to which Lu Geqing replied: "At least he is walking normally now. This time last year, I was extremely anxious and did not have a good night's sleep. " Since they were all familiar with each other, Lu Geqing opened up, "At that time, I was afraid that Zhengnan would not be able to walk again... He hadn't even married or had children yet! Sometimes I would cry in my sleep at night... Now, I can finally set my mind at ease."

The salty seawater was all over her face and lips, and Jiang Zhengxuan stared at him intently: "Yes, I am crazy, you have driven me insane. Nie Chongzhi, will you ever let me go? I want to get married! I want to get married! I want to get married! I want to get married! I want to get married!"

Jiang Zhengxuan busily expressed her gratitude once more. Ye's mother held her hand and repeatedly said, "No need to thank, no need to thank. We are family; thanking each other makes it feel distant."

At the Luohai Bridge, Jiang Zhengxuan hoarsely spoke: "Is it alright to park here? I would like to take a walk on the bridge"

Ye Mu continued in response to Lu Geqing: "All parents in the world share the same heart! Rest assured, your Zhengnan is clearly a blessed one. By the way, speaking of marriage, I came this time to discuss setting a date for Yingzhang and Xuanxuan. Our Yingzhang is indeed not young anymore, just like you, and I also look forward to him getting married and having children every day. I just wonder what you and Xuanxuan think about it?"

Thus, responding to him is nothing more than a silent expanse of air

Under the blue sky and white clouds, his smile seems to shine even brighter than the sunlight

Finally having some free time, Ye Yingzhang invited Jiang Zhengxuan to dinner

Suddenly, the face of Nie Chongzhi flashed before me, and I recalled his words: "Xuanxuan, shall we leave Luohai? Wherever you want to go, I will accompany you. To Europe, to a small village or an ancient castle by the Alps for a long stay, where the mountaintops are covered with snow that has not melted for a thousand years, and at the foot of the mountain, the grass is lush and green, with flowers blooming in every household's yard, beautiful like a fairy tale world. Or to the Aegean Sea, a blue and white world, fresh enough to forget all worries. To Europe, to a small village or an ancient castle by the Alps for a long stay, where the mountaintops are covered with snow that has not melted for a thousand years, and at the foot of the mountain, the grass is lush and green, with flowers blooming in every household's yard, beautiful like a fairy tale world. Or to the Aegean Sea, a blue and white world, fresh enough to forget all worries. Or to any small island along the Caribbean coast, to New Zealand... Let us leave here and live in a world that belongs to just the two of us, shall we?"

At the beginning, she was truly prepared for a do-or-die situation. However, after one week, two weeks, and three weeks, she realized that Nie Chongzhi had neither sought out Brother Ye nor brought the matter to light.

On that day, she lost both friendship and love simultaneously

Nie Chongzhi suddenly tensed his body, as if he were a bowstring pulled taut. His gaze briefly swept across Jiang Zhengxuan's face, then quickly averted, and he returned to an unaffected demeanor, smiling gently as he asked: "Aunt Qing, has the wedding date for Yingzhang and Xuanxuan been set? Congratulations, congratulations."

Wan Shuping smiled: "Xuanxuan, it has been a long time since I last saw you. Are you and your partner having a meal together?" Ye Yingzhang also stood up, slightly bowing to greet: "Hello"

Nie Chongzhi also contributed greatly; he almost visited Jiang's residence every day, tirelessly accompanying him to the hospital for rehabilitation, engaging him in conversation to alleviate boredom and pass the time. Occasionally, he would gather a group of people to play cards and socialize at Jiang's home. Aside from being unable to go to the office for work, Jiang Zhengnan's life seemed to remain largely unchanged, as he could only review documents at home.

Ye Mu smiled: "I understand this. We will naturally listen to the young people on what to do. However, let's choose two auspicious dates for the wedding and decide on that first. When the time comes, if they prefer a traditional Chinese ceremony, we will have a traditional one; if they prefer a Western-style ceremony, we will have a Western one. It's up to their preference. What do you think?" Lu Geqing also thought it was feasible: "Alright, alright, I have no objections."

Jiang Zhengnan's lips originally held a faint smile, but upon hearing those words, he seemed to recall something, and his entire demeanor became frozen.

Nie Chongzhi gritted his teeth, feeling as if his entire body was immersed in a vat of vinegar, the sourness permeating him. He shouted, "I do not permit you to marry him. I do not permit it. Jiang Zhengxuan, did you hear me?"

There will never be another her in this world again

Upon hearing this, Jiang Zhengxuan fell completely silent, her eyes, which were resting on her knees, slowly closed, and her body remained motionless in that position. After a long pause, Jiang Zhengxuan raised her head: "In fact, I do not owe you anything; what I owe is to Brother Ye. I have thought about this for a very long time, and I will not continue like this with you. If you want to call Brother Ye, go ahead; he will find out sooner or later. I no longer wish to hide it from him... I feel like the most shameless woman in the world; how could I deceive Brother Ye like this."

Nie Chongzhi, for some reason, softened his tone in an unbelievable manner: "Xuanxuan, don't marry him, marry me, okay? I will treat you a thousand times, a million times better than he does"

Nie Chongzhi, did he ultimately let her go, or did he not let her go?

On this day, Jiang Zhengxuan had the driver Xu Bo take her to Ye Yingzhang's dormitory to organize and pack her belongings

Nie Chongzhi's voice was incredibly heavy, as if each word were filled with lead: "Do you really love him this much, do you really want to marry him? Even if it means death, you still want to marry him!"

Nie Chongzhi stared blankly at her retreating figure, his heart suddenly twitching. He quietly waited for the pain to pass, and then smiled, each word cold as shattered jade: "He loves you? If he truly loved you, why has he never touched you? He is not gay. He is a living, breathing man! Jiang Zhengxuan, wake up!"

Remembering the first time the two of them went to the movies, Ye Yingzhang asked for her opinion before buying the tickets: "Xuanxuan, do you like watching American action blockbusters? I heard that this film xxxx is very good, and it has received great reviews online"

Clearly, it is she who is in a relationship with Brother Ye, yet Nie Chongzhi's self-righteous tone makes it seem as if she and Brother Ye are secretly having an affair, engaging in something shameful. Jiang Zhengxuan's tone is also extremely unpleasant: "What does it matter to you where I am! I will go over before the 12th." He is not anyone to her!

As the film was about to end its screening, the cinema was not fully occupied, and there were several empty seats next to Jiang Zhengxuan. Not long after the movie started, someone sat down next to her. In the darkness, the plot of the film unfolded, with thrilling scenes of monsters chasing and attacking humans in the dead of night, full of ups and downs that captivated the audience.

She vaguely felt that her relationship with Brother Ye seemed to be coming to an end. Perhaps it had already ended long ago when she became involved with Nie Chongzhi.

Nie Chongzhi seemed to be in a state of sensory disarray, showing no reaction as she punched and kicked in a fit of rage

Ye Yingzhang's dormitory is actually quite clean, and the room exudes his unique subtle scent. This scent is different from Nie Chongzhi's. Nie Chongzhi always carries a clean and refreshing soapy fragrance, reminiscent of the pure and fragrant sunlight in April

As expected, a few minutes later she received a message: "I am waiting for you on the yacht"

Nie Chongzhi is fundamentally a pervert! A hundred percent madman!

The night was cool as water. Nie Chongzhi took off his coat and draped it over her. His coat was imbued with his strong masculine scent, and Jiang Zhengxuan suddenly felt a wave of nausea. She pressed her abdomen, trying to calm the queasiness while reaching out to pull the coat off.

Nie Chongzhi gazed at her, gently embracing her in silence, holding her close in his arms, his hand softly stroking her back, tender as if soothing a child

Nie Chongzhi sat silently and listened for half a day, smiling calmly: "Aunt Qing, Aunt Ye, you may chat slowly. I have matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first"

Two people walked onto the grand bridge, one in front and the other behind, moving intermittently until they finally stopped in the middle of the bridge. At the early hours of the morning on the Luohai Bridge, there were no vehicles, let alone any human figures, and the surroundings were quiet and still.

The noblewoman confronted her directly and then stopped in her tracks. Jiang Zhengxuan immediately stood up and smiled politely, saying, "Hello, Aunt Wan." The Jiang and Nie families were both prominent families in Luohai, and they were not strangers to each other.

From childhood to adulthood, no one has ever deceived her like this. Not even Nie Chongzhi, whom she despises the most, has ever done so!

Nie Chongzhi was unexpectedly not angered by her interruption; after a long pause, he softly said, "I truly cannot interfere with your matters." After saying this, he hung up the phone

The two of them went to a nearby movie city. Ye Yingzhang queued to buy tickets, while Jiang Zhengxuan sat aside waiting. As soon as she sat down, her phone in the bag rang. Jiang Zhengxuan felt a sinking feeling in her heart, and when she took it out to check, the number flashing on the screen was indeed Nie Chongzhi's. Her first reaction was to want to hang up and turn off the phone directly. However, seeing that Nie Chongzhi was genuinely scared, she thought that if she turned off her phone, Nie Chongzhi might just call Ye Yingzhang instead. So, she had no choice but to walk to a secluded corner and answer the call. But seeing that Nie Chongzhi was genuinely scared, she thought that if she turned off her phone, Nie Chongzhi might just call Ye Yingzhang instead. So, she had no choice but to walk to a secluded corner and answer the call.

Fortunately, everything is proceeding in an orderly manner with the assistance of relevant professionals

Jiang Zhengxuan, with a pale face, shouted: "Nie Chongzhi! What exactly do you want? If you want to confront Brother Ye, then go ahead, go early. " She pointed at the door, turned her head away, "Leave, you leave! Get out, get out... I never want to see you again. Go!"

At the moment before plunging into the water, all that could be heard was the heart-wrenching sound of Nie Chongzhi's despair: "Xuanxuan, Xuanxuan... Don't! Xuanxuan..."

Everything he said was right. Brother Ye has never loved himself! From beginning to end, it has always been one-sided affection from himself

Jiang Zhengxuan raised her head in anger: "You are talking nonsense! You are talking nonsense! How could Brother Ye not love me anymore? Are you trying to tell Brother Ye that he loves someone else, and you have proof? Don't waste your efforts. Your attempts at sowing discord will not succeed. No matter what bad things you say about Brother Ye, I will not believe you! Nie Chongzhi, I tell you, no matter what you say, I will marry Brother Ye. No matter what bad things you say about Brother Ye, I will not believe you! Nie Chongzhi, I tell you, no matter what you say, I will marry Brother Ye. The thing I want to do most in this life is to marry Brother Ye."

At this moment, she suddenly thought of Nie Chongzhi. She recalled his face on that day on the yacht, his embrace, his kiss, his words. She was going crazy; she must be going crazy! How could she think of him!

Occasionally, when dining with my friend Xu Lianzhen, the conversation invariably revolves around weddings

But why is this person in the photo actually Xu Lianzhen

After that day, Jiang Zhengxuan set Nie Chongzhi's phone to reject calls and blocked him on WeChat. Once she truly let go, she realized that everything was not as terrifying as she had imagined.

Nie Chongzhi's deeply contoured features revealed no emotion; he simply gazed at her quietly: "Xuanxuan, please don't marry him, okay?"

Alright, I will leave immediately, right away. No more crying, you must not cry again

October is only three or four months away from now. Lu Geqing is indeed reluctant, yet she cannot express it openly, so she can only vaguely suggest: "How about letting Yingzhang discuss it with Xuanxuan again? This is their auspicious day as a couple, so it is better for them to choose it themselves. As for me, I will also mention these dates to Zhaoguo and hear his thoughts." Mother Ye nodded: "Alright, alright, anyway, I have to stay in Luohai for several days, so we can discuss this matter slowly and plan it carefully."

She sat down on the beauty couch, bewildered, and asked herself: Am I really going to get married? Am I really going to marry Brother Ye?

Is it good or not

Ye Mu held Jiang Zhengxuan's hand and said with a smile, "You see, I haven't seen Yingzhang for a few months, so I specially came to disturb this young couple for a few days, fearing that they might find me bothersome"

Nie Chongzhi's voice clearly contained a hint of laughter, yet upon entering Jiang Zhengxuan's ears, it felt like shattered ice, cold and suffocating.

Nie Chongzhi's gaze remained fixed on her, then fell upon the mobile phone in her delicate, fair palm. He knew that every word she had just spoken was her heartfelt truth

Mother Ye smiled as she took a sip of tea: "Staying in Luohai is not something I can decide on my own." Lu Geqing smiled: "It's not like there aren't opportunities, right?" Mother Ye chuckled: "That's true." Both of them left it at that, without saying more.

Jiang Zhengxuan buried her head in her knees and remained silent. Nie Chongzhi cautiously reached out to embrace her shoulders, waiting for her to break free, but after a long time, she did not. She quietly stayed by his side, and Nie Chongzhi slowly began to speak, with great seriousness: "Xuanxuan, shall we leave Luohai? Wherever you want to go, I will accompany you. We could go to Europe, to a small village or an ancient castle by the Alps for a long stay, where the mountaintops are covered with snow that has not melted for a thousand years, and at the foot of the mountain, the grass is lush and green, with flowers blooming in every household's yard, beautiful like a fairy tale world. Or we could go to the Aegean Sea, a blue and white world, fresh enough to forget all worries. Or to any island along the Caribbean coast, or to New Zealand... Let us leave here and live in a world that belongs to just the two of us, shall we?"

Jiang Zhengxuan saw her mother smiling silently, with an expression of tacit approval, so she gently placed her hands down and proceeded as instructed. On the black velvet lay a jade pendant, entirely emerald green, glistening and flawless without a single blemish

Jiang Zhengxuan has a feeling that is extraordinarily strange, yet she cannot articulate what exactly is strange about it

Jiang Zhengxuan hurriedly turned her head and said: "I need to change my clothes, please go outside"

Ye Yingzhang's work has become increasingly busy, making it difficult for Jiang Zhengxuan to see him even once in a while. Ye's mother is aware of this situation and has made several phone calls to comfort her "future daughter-in-law": "Xuanxuan, you mustn't blame Yingzhang. He is just like your Uncle Ye was when he was young, solely focused on work. Men are all like this, prioritizing their careers. Aunt Ye understands your hardships, so don't overexert yourself, and be careful not to wear yourself out."

Ye Yingzhang, having solved a major case, was in good spirits and, contrary to his usual demeanor, shared with her many details of the investigation: "The perpetrator was a university student who enjoyed reading detective novels like Sherlock Holmes and possessed strong counter-surveillance skills. He worked at a company in Sanyuan City and, to be cautious, specifically chose Luohai, which is quite far from Sanyuan. Before carrying out the robbery, he made several reconnaissance trips to Luohai to investigate the internal personnel and security situation of the jewelry store... He worked at a company in Sanyuan City and, to be cautious, specifically chose Luohai, which is quite far from Sanyuan. Before carrying out the robbery, he made several reconnaissance trips to Luohai to investigate the internal personnel and security situation of the jewelry store..."

He can no longer threaten her! She is going to leave him, truly leave him!

Nie Chongzhi gazed into the darkness for a long time, struggling internally before finally compromising, his voice low and sighing: "Xuanxuan, it doesn't matter if you treat me poorly. But could you please not marry Ye Yingzhang? Is that alright? Is that alright? Is that alright?"

Jiang Zhengxuan rubbed her somewhat stiff neck, changed to a more comfortable position, and curled her entire body into the soft chair. She naturally rested her hand on the armrest to her right. In that moment, the person beside her suddenly grasped her hand. ... In the fleeting instant of skin touching skin, Jiang Zhengxuan's nerve endings were so sensitive that she almost gasped in surprise; this hand ... ... with long, slender fingers, and a scorching temperature, that feeling ... ... ... was clearly ... . In the fleeting instant of skin touching skin, Jiang Zhengxuan's nerve endings were so sensitive that she almost gasped in surprise; this hand ... ... with long, slender fingers, and a scorching temperature, that feeling ... ... ... was clearly ... . ... It was clearly familiar to her.

However, Xu Lianzhen repeatedly said to her: "Xuanxuan, I am sorry, I am sorry"

Every date marked with a single quotation mark is a day that Jiang Zhengxuan despises the most. This is because she must go to Nie Chongzhi's apartment

Nie Chongzhi was very polite, bowing slightly, and personally took the teapot to refill tea for Ye's mother: "Aunt Ye, please have some tea." Ye's mother smiled and turned her gaze again: "Such a polite child, I took a liking to him at first sight. Are you married?"

Blind date! Jiang Zhengxuan's mind flashed with the unforgettable image of the long-haired beauty he had seen with Wan Shuping. Nie Chongzhi should be on a blind date with her. A woman as beautiful as this, Nie Chongzhi would surely fall in love at first sight.

Ye Yingzhang replied, "Today is the 11th." At this moment, Nie Chongzhi turned his head to smile at them, his mood evidently quite good: "Oh, so today is the 11th. Mr. Ye, I wish you a pleasant meal."

Lu Geqing smiled and looked up: "Ah, you are back. Come, quickly come and sit down." Jiang Zhengnan greeted Ye's mother with a smile: "Aunt Ye, hello."

Mother Ye looked at Jiang Zhengxuan with affection, then turned to Lu Geqing with a smile and said: "You know, when I was pregnant with Yingzhang back in the day, I always hoped for a daughter, but I wasn't as fortunate as you. However, now that I have Xuanxuan as my daughter-in-law, I have finally fulfilled that wish. This item is kept in my safe, but it is merely for display; sooner or later, it will be given to Xuanxuan."

She asked Ye Yingzhang, "Have you ever loved me?" Ye Yingzhang looked at her, his gaze shifting away in guilt. In the end, he only said to her, "Xuanxuan, I am sorry"

Nie Chongzhi was originally gazing at her with tenderness, but upon hearing her words, he seemed to have not heard anything at all, sitting there in a daze. Gradually, his gaze turned colder. He could not utter a single word, as if he had been drenched in a deluge of icy water, standing like a drenched chicken in a snowstorm, watching helplessly as he solidified into chunks, only to crumble to the ground. In his heart, he was screaming: "No, I do not want them. I only want you to accompany me! I only want you!" He could not utter a single word, as if he had been drenched in a deluge of icy water, standing like a drenched chicken in a snowstorm, watching helplessly as he solidified into chunks, only to crumble to the ground. In his heart, he was screaming: "No, I do not want them. I only want you to accompany me! I only want you!"

In the next moment, she resolutely shook her head again, saying, "No, it won't happen." Brother Ye is the first person she has fallen in love with during her bright youth, and he will surely be the last. She is determined to marry Brother Ye! She will definitely!

That bout of crying gradually calmed her low spirits: "I don't want to stay at home. I want to go out..." Nie Chongzhi simply replied with a "Okay" and drove her around aimlessly.