Rebirth of Love: Jiang Ciyou's Counterattack Legend

The lights in the banquet hall were bright, and the elegant people were interweaving into a gorgeous picture. However, Jiang Ciyou felt that the air here was getting thinner and thinner, and every breath seemed to be under invisible pressure. Those seemingly friendly smiles and greetings were like empty bubbles in her eyes, and the whispers of the people around her, who deliberately suppressed their voices but could be heard, were like fine needles constantly piercing her eardrums. She really couldn't stand this atmosphere, as if she was in the center of a huge vortex and could be swallowed at any time. So, she made an excuse to leave and walked to the balcony alone, hoping to find a trace of peace there.

The night breeze blew gently. Jiang Ciyou stood on the balcony, tilted her head slightly, and let the wind caress her face, trying to blow away the boredom in her heart. She closed her eyes, enjoying this moment of peace, but her thoughts flew away involuntarily. The past was like a slide show in her mind, and those sweet and painful memories came to her like a tide. She sighed softly, opened her eyes, and looked at the night scene in the distance with a blurred look.

At this time, there was a slight sound of footsteps behind him. Jiang Ciyou was startled and turned around suddenly, and saw Lu Jingchen standing there. The moonlight shone on him, outlining his tall figure, and the well-cut suit made him look even more handsome. There was a hint of surprise in his eyes, and the corners of his mouth slightly raised, revealing a charming smile.

"We meet again. We are destined to meet." Lu Jingchen's voice was like a mellow wine, rippling gently in the quiet night sky. His tone carried an indescribable emotion, like the joy of meeting again after a long separation, and like a deep attachment hidden.

Jiang Ciyou was startled by his sudden appearance. She subconsciously took a small step back and unconsciously put her hand on her chest, trying to calm her pounding heart. She calmed down, with a hint of surprise and vigilance in her eyes, and asked, "Why are you here too?" Her voice trembled slightly, and she didn't know whether it was because of the shock just now or the waves in her heart when she saw Lu Jingchen.

Lu Jingchen looked at Jiang Ciyou, the smile in his eyes gradually faded, replaced by a serious and focused look. He took a few steps forward until he was only one step away from Jiang Ciyou. He looked deeply into her eyes, as if he wanted to see through her soul.

"I want to talk to you alone. There are things I have always wanted to say to you." His voice was deep and magnetic, and every word seemed to come from the bottom of his heart, with a sincerity that could not be rejected. The expectation in his eyes was like a child's desire to get his favorite toy.

Jiang Ciyou felt her heartbeat speed up uncontrollably again, and she could even hear her heartbeat pounding in her ears. She looked at Lu Jingchen nervously, her lips trembling slightly, and asked, "What do you want to say?" Her mind was in a mess, and all kinds of speculations came to her. She didn't know what Lu Jingchen would say, an accusation of the past, or... something else.

Lu Jingchen took a deep breath, as if to muster up his courage. He stared into Jiang Ciyou's eyes and slowly said, "Jiang Ciyou, I know we have had a lot of unpleasant pasts, but my feelings for you are real. I have liked you since the first time we met." His eyes became a little blurry, as if he was lost in memories.

"Do you still remember the scene of our first meeting? It was in a bar, the lights were dim and the music was loud. You were like a ray of light, suddenly breaking into my sight. You were wearing a simple yet extremely elegant dress, and your eyes held a sadness and stubbornness that I had never seen before. At that moment, I could no longer take my eyes off you." Lu Jingchen's voice was gentle, as if he was telling a beautiful and precious story.

"Later, you offered to support me. To be honest, I was a little surprised and even a little angry at first. But when I saw the pain and loneliness in your eyes, I suddenly realized that you were just trying to heal your inner wounds in an extreme way. So, I stayed. I wanted to accompany you, even if it was just as an object for you to vent your emotions." Lu Jingchen frowned slightly, as if recalling those complicated emotions.

"During the days we spent together, every moment was like a treasure to me. We watched the sunrise and sunset together at the beach, and when the first ray of sunshine in the morning shone on us, you smiled like a child. At that moment, I felt that my world was lit up. We tasted delicious food in the streets and alleys, and you would show a satisfied expression when you took a bite of your favorite snack, and that kind of pure happiness also infected me. Those memories are the best times in my life. They are like stars, embedded in my heart, shining with warm light at all times." Lu Jingchen's eyes were full of affection, his eyes were fixed on Jiang Ciyou, not missing any expression on her face.

“Although you once kept me as a gigolo, I don’t care. Because I know that under your strong appearance, you hide a fragile but kind heart. I can feel the pain and loneliness in your heart, a pain that goes deep into your bones, forcing you to put up a series of defenses to protect yourself. And I just want to be the one who can break through your defenses and enter your heart. I want to take care of you, protect you from the wind and rain, and let you find your happy smile again.” Lu Jingchen said all these words in one breath, his eyes slightly red, which was a sign of extreme emotional repression.

Jiang Ciyou listened quietly, her eyes gradually moistened. The memories that she had buried deep in her heart were awakened one by one in Lu Jingchen's words. She remembered their laughter chasing the waves at the beach, and the sweetness of them sharing snacks on the street. Those scenes were played in front of her like a movie. She felt mixed emotions in her heart, including touching, guilt, hesitation, and a hint of imperceptible joy.

"Lu Jingchen, I... I don't know what to say." Jiang Ciyou's voice was a little choked, and she tried hard not to let her tears fall. She knew what Lu Jingchen's words meant to her, but she couldn't easily let go of her worries.

Lu Jingchen gently held Jiang Ciyou's hand, his hand was warm and strong, as if he wanted to pass on his strength to her. "You don't have to say anything, just listen to me. During the time you left me, my world seemed to have lost its color. I think about you every day, wondering if you are doing well and if you have been wronged. I once tried to numb myself with alcohol, trying to make myself forget you, but I found that I couldn't do it at all. Your shadow has been deeply engraved in my heart, and no matter how hard I try, I can't erase it." Lu Jingchen's eyes revealed a trace of pain, and his hands tightened slightly, as if he was afraid that Jiang Ciyou would slip away from him again.

"Seeing you again at the banquet this time, I know that this is a chance fate has given me. I don't want to miss you again, and I don't want you to disappear from my life again. Ciyou, give me a chance, let me walk into your life again, okay?" Lu Jingchen's voice was pleading, and his eyes were full of expectation and desire.

Jiang Ciyou looked at Lu Jingchen, and her heart was in a fierce struggle. She knew that she was not without feelings for Lu Jingchen, but her current identity, her husband, and everything she had experienced in the past were like shackles that bound her hands and feet. She was afraid of being hurt again and afraid of falling into the abyss of pain again.

"Lu Jingchen, we can't go back. Too many things have happened, and my life has become so complicated. I have a husband now, and there are too many ties between us." There was a hint of helplessness in Jiang Ciyou's voice. She tried to pull back her hand, but Lu Jingchen held it tighter.

"Bond? Do you really think it is a bond? Or are you just avoiding your own heart? Are you really happy with him?" Lu Jingchen's eyes became sharp, and his words were like a sharp knife, piercing directly into the most vulnerable part of Jiang Ciyu's heart.

Jiang Ciyou's body trembled slightly, and she didn't dare to look directly into Lu Jingchen's eyes. She knew that the relationship between her and her husband had long been dead in name only, but she had always been unwilling to face this fact. "Happiness? I don't know what happiness is. Ever since what happened on the wedding night, my heart has been dead. Being with him is just a habit, a helplessness." Jiang Ciyou finally couldn't hold back her tears and her shoulders kept shaking.

Lu Jingchen gently embraced Jiang Ciyou in his arms. His arms were warm and generous, like a safe haven. "Ciyou, don't cry. I know you've suffered a lot, but that's all in the past. Now, I'm here, and I want to give you happiness. Don't let the shadow of the past hang over you anymore, and face your heart bravely." Lu Jingchen whispered in Jiang Ciyou's ear, his voice carrying a soothing power.

Jiang Ciyou cried in Lu Jingchen's arms, her heart full of contradictions and struggles. She didn't know whether she should trust Lu Jingchen or open her heart again. But at this moment, she felt a long-lost warmth and peace of mind, which made her a little intoxicated and a little overwhelmed.

After a long time, Jiang Ciyou's crying gradually stopped. She raised her head from Lu Jingchen's arms and looked into his eyes. "Lu Jingchen, I'm really scared. I'm afraid of being hurt again, afraid that the relationship between us is just an illusory dream." Her voice was a little hoarse, and her eyes revealed a hint of fragility.

Lu Jingchen gently wiped the tears from Jiang Ciyou's face, his eyes full of determination. "Don't be afraid, Ciyou. I will use my actions to prove my sincerity to you. I will never let you get hurt again. I will protect you forever." His words echoed in the night sky like a vow.

At this moment, the sound of music in the banquet hall came faintly, as if playing a piece of blessing for the couple who had gone through hardships. The moonlight was like water, sprinkling on them, reflecting their embraced figures. At this moment, time seemed to stand still, and the whole world was left with only the two of them, and that complex and sincere emotion.

The author says:

Dear readers, I spent a lot of time and effort on this chapter. In this plot, I hope to fully display the complex and profound emotions between Lu Jingchen and Jiang Ciyou. They are like two wounded birds, constantly struggling and confused on the road of love. I want to let everyone feel their inner pain, hesitation and desire for love through such descriptions. I hope that when you read this chapter, you will also be moved by their story and experience the emotional ups and downs with them. Your support is the greatest motivation for my creation, and I look forward to continuing to move forward in this story with you!