Chapter 5

Why suddenly proclaim that this world is beautiful? In fact, what Shen Qian wants to ask is, why the sudden qualitative leap, a neurotic reflection on it?

"Would you like to hear the main points or the secondary ones?" Clearly, You Ran did not seem the least bit unhappy, and his expression carried a unique fondness. Shen Qian felt a bit embarrassed by his openness, saying, "I suppose I can know as much as I can."

Both being coy and experiencing a leap in the quality of cognitive nerves, it is quite perplexing

You Ran smiled lightly and said, "May I ask?"

The two individuals arrived in the hall, with You Ran leaning against the sofa, quietly waiting. At their feet, two large dogs were sprawled out, tongues lolling and panting.

Please wait a moment, I will go to the kitchen to take a look. Shen Qian immediately stepped forward and dashed to the kitchen. She felt frustrated, realizing that she had unconditionally taken on the role of a maid. The only thing she found fortunate was that her position had upgraded; she used to be a caretaker for animals, and now she was a caretaker for humans

Shen Qian found herself at a loss and automatically upgraded her role from a nanny to a full-time caregiver. While feeding him, she casually glanced over, and by chance, due to the close proximity, she noticed that You Ran had an earring hole in his left earlobe. Although there was nothing in it, making it easily overlooked, Shen Qian still paid attention to it. It was hard to imagine how a man as clean as You Ran would have pierced ears.

"Wait a moment." You Ran adjusted her posture and skillfully walked towards her, but merely passed through her to approach the piano behind Shen Qian. He caressed the piano, filled with affection.

You Ran did not respond, merely maintaining a smile. Since the two were relatively close, Shen Qian could smell a faint and refreshing scent of lemon, a fragrance that Shen Qian particularly liked, and it was emanating from You Ran.

Sitting in the hanging chair, You Ran lifted his face, his long eyelashes fluttering gently, his gaze fixed straight ahead. The shallow water beneath his feet quickly stood up, and upon seeing the tangled hair at Shen Qian's feet, it darted over.

After Old Zhang left, only two people and two dogs remained in the hall. Shen Qian smiled awkwardly and said, "Where did Old Zhang go?"

Initially, after listening to this story, Shen Qian told Li Meili that this fairy tale was very unrealistic. However, a later remark from the teacher made Shen Qian remember this piece; the teacher said that it was a true story. The composer thus created this piece to commemorate this moving and heroic love.

You Ran followed along, smiling as he said, "You have arrived?"

Shen Qian suddenly felt three black lines appear; how could her intuition be so accurate

Shen Qian is relatively independent. As early as her third year of high school when she was repeating the year, she took up the spatula and started cooking by herself. Although she cannot guarantee that the dishes are perfect in color, aroma, and taste, they are still palatable and commendable.

"Miss Shen, I suddenly feel hungry," You Ran said, slightly turning her face, elegantly and confidently expressing this statement

At this moment, Shen Qian could only say that she had encountered another pure person

What kind of deep affection would one have to possess to be willing to sacrifice oneself at the peak of success? Shen Qian thus remembered this piece of music. Merely three years later, when she heard this piece again, it was still played by this enigmatic man, leaving Shen Qian even more perplexed about the past.

"Alright." Old Zhang nodded and turned around, just in time to meet Shen Qian's innocent expression. Old Zhang winked with one eye, his gaze carrying an ambiguous hint. At this point, Shen Qian was even more confused and perplexed.

... ... ''

When Shen Qian arrived at the villa again, You Ran was sitting on the swing chair in the garden, wearing a white T-shirt and linen three-quarter pants, with his hands casually clasped on his knees. He held a dog leash in one hand, the other end of which was attached to the Labrador named Qian Qian. The dog was lying on the grass, eyes closed, seemingly enjoying the moment.

I want more

The bodyguard stood beside Shen Qian and gently cleared his throat, "Young Master."

I, ah, am returning to my hometown in retirement. Old Zhang grinned widely, saying, "You have taken up your post, so naturally, I will step down."

He must be a man with a story, and it is certainly one that resonates with the background of this piece, evoking a sense of melancholy.

After a long silence, You Ran finally spoke: "I think it's time to see this world." He suddenly faced Shen Qian, saying, "I want more." His tone surprisingly carried a hint of a spoiled child.

The warrior left his princess for six years. During these six years, he sustained himself with the hope of returning to the castle to marry his princess. When he triumphantly returned, carrying with him the beautiful memories and love of the past to claim his princess, he received the devastating news that his princess, dissatisfied with the king's marriage arrangement, had chosen the most resolute way out.

You Ran paused for a moment, "I can no longer see her in my world, what else is there to look at?"

You Ran remained silent, quietly waiting for her to speak. Shen Qian was even more anxious due to his calm demeanor, so she could only tentatively ask, "Do you mind if I ask a few gossip questions, even if they might upset you?"

"I was so hungry that I had some chocolate to stave off the hunger." You Ran gently set down the chocolate, placed the box aside, and sat up straight, waiting for the meal. Shen Qian hurriedly went to serve the rice and then handed it to him.

Old Zhang helped Shen Qian carry the luggage to the innermost bedroom on the second floor. As soon as he set down the luggage, Shen Qian expressed her gratitude, saying: "Thank you, I appreciate your trouble"

Shen Qianjing calmed her mind and leaned in to listen, and in her mind flashed an old, dimly lit room filled with aged furniture covered in white cloth, with only a wooden piano standing in the center. Sunlight streamed through the window, casting a spotlight on the piano.

Due to her thoughts drifting off to the Pacific Ocean, she forgot about feeding him, and Shen Qian's hand directly brought the food to You Ran's nose

This is a world-renowned piece titled "Wedding in a Dream." During my university elective music class, the teacher played this piece amidst a touching story, conveying a moving narrative to the students

Old Zhang paused with his bent body, turning his profile to look at Shen Qian, his face showing astonishment, followed by a bitter smile, "You are the young master's honored guest; this is all to be expected." Shen Qian chuckled awkwardly, feeling somewhat uncomfortable; where was her "honored" status?

Shen Qian stood outside the fence, watching the harmonious scene of a person and a dog in the garden within, which inevitably reminded her of someone, one of the most memorable individuals in her five years of memory. When they first met, the person was dressed in a white sports uniform, holding an Afghan hound, and smiled at her. That year, Shen Qian told Li Meili that he was truly a clean boy

As Shen Qian emerged from the kitchen, the moment she brought out the dishes and saw You Ran at the dining table, she was left in a state of both amusement and exasperation. In front of You Ran was a large box of chocolates, and he was unwrapping the wrappers, eating the chocolates one by one. It seemed he was indeed very hungry

Shen Qian almost choked, scooped a spoonful of rice, and fed it into his mouth

"Oh dear, I’m sorry." Shen Qian fumbled to pull out a tissue to help You Ran wipe up. You Ran calmly held Shen Qian's flustered hand, showing no sign of concern, and asked, "What were you thinking just now?"

Shen Qian returned to reality, the piece had already ended. He sat quietly beside the piano, his gaze vacant for the first time, staring straight ahead. Shen Qian knew what he was reminiscing about; was it a part of his past story? ... or ...? ... Was he suddenly hungry?

As Shen Qian stepped into the bookstore, You Ran's shallow presence immediately sprang to life. Such a strong reaction made You Ran naturally aware of Shen Qian's arrival, and coupled with the aroma of the dishes, You Ran was even more certain.

Old Zhang continued, "Miss Shen, I will leave my young master in your care from now on"

Shen Qian nodded, "I apologize for keeping you waiting."

I believe your presence will invigorate our young master even more. Old Zhang stepped out of the room, and Shen Qian immediately followed behind him.

The warrior, in deep sorrow, prompted the entire nation to hold a grand wedding for the princess. In the end, the warrior drank poison and took his own life. The king, filled with compassion, had the two buried together

"Wait a moment, I am just taking care of Qianqian, and by the way, I am also looking after your young master." Shen Qian's mind suddenly went blank, and Old Zhang's unexpected remark left her at a loss for words

Ah? Shen Qian was taken aback, "What do you mean by this?"

Yet she did not take it to heart, and then asked: "Miss Shen, do you still remember your first love?"

This world has become beautiful. You Ran suddenly burst into laughter. Shen Qian cast a strange glance at the somewhat abnormal You Ran. Just a moment ago, she was deep in thought, and now she is smiling? And has even said such an awkward thing

Shen Qian looked at him with suspicion, unsure of what he intended to do

"Because I can see my home clearly." You Ran suddenly lowered her head and smiled at the dog that had been rubbing against her feet. Shen Qian glanced at the dog and secretly rolled her eyes; this dog had been following him for so many years, and only now did he want to take a look? It truly is a leap of 'nervous' quality.

"Every day I touch it, but it never plays." It seemed as if he were speaking to himself, yet also addressing Shen Qian. He fumbled as he sat beside the piano, his fingers strumming a few notes, his foot pressing the pedal, adjusting the scale.

You Ran felt a wave of heat in front of him, "I cannot see, you feed me."

Shen Qian and Tu Shu both do not know whether they will change their gossiping ways

Young master, the items have been placed properly

Well, you may go

I sent him to my dad's place; I don't like having too many people at home. You Ran gently closed her eyes, lying back on the sofa, her expression completely unreadable. This made Shen Qian even more awkward as she glanced around, inadvertently catching sight of the wall clock, which indicated that it was precisely lunchtime. Shen Qian immediately found something to do, saying, "Then I will go to the kitchen to prepare lunch"

Shen Qianshen took a deep breath and hesitantly voiced the question she had always wanted to ask, "I have heard that your eyes can be healed, why do you refuse treatment? This world is so beautiful!"

Shen Qian actually knew that the "she" referred to here should be the rumored precious girlfriend. Shen Qian chuckled and said, "Mr. You, you should take it easy."

... ...

You Ran did not speak again, remaining silent.

A clean and clear youth sat beside the piano, playing the piece "Wedding in a Dream," with a warm smile reminiscent of the morning light, his smile as radiant as a flower. From time to time, he would turn his head to glance beside him, his gaze softening even more. Shen Qian tried hard to imagine who was beside him, yet that figure always remained vague.

"Old Zhang, help Miss Shen move her luggage inside." You Ran tugged at the dog leash, and Qian Qian abandoned her entanglement with the mixed-breed dog, leading the way inside. Shen Qian looked at You Ran's tall and slender figure, feeling a sense of regret; such a man, what a pity it was not to be seen.

Slowly, slowly, one by one, the notes began to resonate. He played with great skill, almost in one breath. Shen Qian stood still, quietly listening to this extra gift of a piano piece

Um... Shen Qian pressed her lips together, feeling quite uncomfortable. "I have no memories before I turned twenty, so I don't know if there was anything. As for after that, does unrequited love count?" After saying this, Shen Qian felt that she was just rambling; how could unrequited love be considered first love?