Rebirth of Love: Jiang Ciyou's Counterattack Legend

After hearing what Lu Jingchen said, Jiang Ciyou's heart was like a lake with a stone thrown into it, with complex ripples appearing. The feeling of being touched flowed slowly through her heart like a warm current, but the entanglement was like countless vines, tightly entwining her thoughts. The time she had spent with Lu Jingchen flashed through her mind one by one like a slide show.

She recalled the first time she met him. His handsome face looked a little blurry under the dim light of the bar, but it had a different kind of attraction. At that time, she was filled with the pain of being betrayed by her husband. She just wanted to find someone to fill the huge void in her heart, and Lu Jingchen broke into her world unexpectedly. His smile and his gentleness were like the stars in the dark, making her forget the pain temporarily. But she was so confused at that time. She used him as a tool to take revenge on her husband and as an object to kill time at will.

However, as time went by, they experienced so much together. Those early mornings strolling on the beach, the waves gently hit the beach, their footprints were washed away by the sea again and again, but were reprinted again and again. Lu Jingchen would suddenly run to the sea, scoop up the sea water like a child and splash it on her. She laughed and chased him. At that moment, the sun shone on them, as if the world had become beautiful and pure. There were also nights looking for delicious food in the streets and alleys. They shuttled through the lively night markets and tasted all kinds of snacks. Lu Jingchen would carefully wipe the oil stains from the corners of her mouth, his eyes full of pampering. These memories are so precious, but they also become a little painful because of the subsequent separation.

And now, facing Lu Jingchen's sincere confession, how could she not be moved? His eyes were like a deep lake, clear and hot, making her almost drown in it. But the reality was like an insurmountable mountain between them. She already had a husband, although this husband had betrayed her before, and although their current relationship was more of a responsibility and habit, in the eyes of the world, she was a married woman. Once she took this step, what kind of storm would greet her?

She lowered her head and was silent for a long time, as if time had stopped at this moment. The noise around her seemed to be far away from her, and she could only hear the sound of her own heartbeat, which was chaotic, just like her mood at the moment. Then, she slowly said: "Lu Jingchen, I am very grateful for you to say these words to me, but we can't go back. I have my own life now, my husband..." There was a hint of helplessness and hesitation in her voice, and every word seemed to have exhausted all her strength.

Lu Jingchen looked at her, with a flash of pain in his eyes, but more of determination. He interrupted her: "Do you really love your husband? Or are you only with him because of responsibility and obligation? You can deceive others, but you can't deceive your own heart." His words were like a sharp sword, piercing straight into the softest and most vulnerable part of Jiang Ciyou's heart. He took a step forward, approached her, stared at her closely, and didn't miss any change in her expression.

Jiang Ciyou was hit by his words, and her eyes were slightly moist. She knew that she no longer loved her husband, and she was only with him out of habit and helplessness. Life after reuniting with her husband was like a stagnant pool of water, without waves or passion. Their relationship was more of a formality, saying irrelevant words every day and doing their own things. She often woke up alone in the middle of the night, looking at her familiar yet unfamiliar husband beside her, her heart was full of confusion.

However, her past experiences made her dare not easily believe in love, dare not easily accept Lu Jingchen's feelings. The pain of being betrayed by her husband was still vivid in her mind, a pain that went deep into her bones, making her so timid when facing new feelings. She was afraid of being hurt again, afraid of experiencing the despair of being abandoned again. She whispered: "Lu Jingchen, I'm afraid... I'm afraid of being hurt again." Her voice was a little trembling, like a flower swaying alone in the cold wind.

Lu Jingchen looked into Jiang Ciyou's eyes and said gently, "Don't be afraid, I will prove my sincerity to you with my actions. Give me a chance, okay?" His eyes were full of expectation and sincerity. He stretched out his hand, wanting to hold Jiang Ciyou's hand, but stopped in mid-air, as if waiting for her response. He knew that Jiang Ciyou was like a frightened deer at this moment, and needed his patience and gentleness.

Jiang Ciyou raised her head and looked at Lu Jingchen, her eyes full of complicated emotions. Her lips trembled slightly, she wanted to say something, but she didn't know how to start. She was struggling fiercely in her heart, on the one hand she was reluctant to give up the stable life, on the other hand she was moved by Lu Jingchen and longed for true love. She thought of every bit of being with her husband, the sweetness and the betrayal that followed, it was like a nightmare. And the appearance of Lu Jingchen was like a ray of sunshine after waking up from a dream, making her feel warm again.

She took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. "Lu Jingchen, you don't know, I've been through so much, I don't dare to try again easily. My heart is like a broken mirror, even if it is put together, there are countless cracks. I'm afraid that after we start over, we will fall into pain again. Moreover, this society is so realistic, the gap between us..." Her voice was a little choked, tears welled up in her eyes.

Lu Jingchen gently held her shoulders and asked her to look at him. "Ciyou, I know you've been hurt, and I want to help you heal those pains. As for the gap, that's not a problem. I only care about you, not what others think. We can face all the difficulties together, as long as you are willing to give us a chance." His voice was low and magnetic, and every word was full of power, which reached Jiang Ciyou's ears and shook her heart slightly.

Jiang Ciyou bit her lip. "But my husband won't let us go easily. He is a very selfish person. Once he finds out about our relationship, I don't know what he will do. Moreover, what will my family and friends think of me? I don't want to be the target of public criticism." Her eyes were full of fear and worry, as if she had already seen the various difficulties that might arise in the future.

Lu Jingchen held her in his arms and patted her back gently. "Don't be afraid, I'm here. I will take care of everything and won't let you get hurt. I will use my actions to make your family and friends accept me and our relationship. As for your husband, he has no right to interfere with your happiness." His embrace was warm and powerful, making Jiang Ciyou want to rely on him.

Jiang Ciyou trembled slightly in his arms, her heart was making a final struggle. She knew that this was a choice that would change her fate, and once she made the choice, there would be no turning back. She recalled the helplessness and despair she had felt after being betrayed by her husband. At that time, she thought her world had collapsed. And now, Lu Jingchen appeared in front of her like a new hope. Should she really give up?

She slowly pulled herself out of Lu Jingchen's arms and looked into his eyes. "Lu Jingchen, let me think about it. This is too difficult for me. I need time to sort myself out and face it all." Her eyes revealed a hint of determination. She knew that she couldn't make a decision on impulse.

Lu Jingchen nodded, "Okay, I'll give you time. But I hope you can make a decision as soon as possible, because I don't want to miss you again." His eyes were full of reluctance, but he also knew that he couldn't force Jiang Ciyou at this moment. He let go of her hand and watched Jiang Ciyou turn around and leave, praying silently in his heart, hoping that she would choose him.

Jiang Ciyou walked alone on the way back to the banquet hall, her heart was as heavy as lead. Everything around her became blurry, and she seemed like a child lost in the dark. She didn't know where to go, and every choice was like a double-edged sword, making her feel torn. She returned to the banquet hall and saw her husband chatting and laughing with some people. The scene made her feel a little strange. She suddenly realized that the distance between her and her husband had been getting farther and farther.

She walked to a corner, sat down, and fell into deep thought. She recalled every moment she had spent with Lu Jingchen, and those beautiful memories kept impacting her heart. She also remembered the sweetness she had with her husband, but that sweetness had been overshadowed by betrayal. She didn't know if she still had the courage to pursue a new love, or if she could bear the pain of losing again. Lu Jingchen's face kept appearing in her mind, his eyes, his smile, making her heart restless.

At this time, a familiar voice sounded in her ears. "Ciyou, why are you here alone?" She looked up and saw that it was one of her good friends. The friend looked at her slightly red and swollen eyes and asked with concern: "What's wrong with you? Did someone bully you?" Jiang Ciyou forced a smile, "Nothing, just a little tired." The friend sat next to her, "I see you are not in a good state today. By the way, I saw you and a man on the balcony just now. What is your relationship?" Jiang Ciyou was shocked and didn't know how to answer. She hesitated and said, "Just a friend, we are talking about something." The friend looked at her with a hint of doubt in his eyes, but did not ask any more questions.

Jiang Ciyou knew that this matter would spread sooner or later, and she had to make a decision as soon as possible. She looked at the lively crowd in the banquet hall and secretly vowed in her heart that no matter which path she chose, she would go on bravely. She could no longer let her life be controlled by others, and she had to be responsible for her own happiness.

The author says:

Dear readers, in this chapter, Jiang Ciyou fell into a deep tangle. This kind of tangle is actually what many people have when facing emotional choices. Love is never a simple thing, especially when it is mixed with past pain and reality. I hope that through Jiang Ciyou's inner struggle, you can feel the complex and real emotions. Everyone has the right to pursue happiness, but sometimes, it takes a lot of courage to take that step. Have you had similar experiences in your life? I hope everyone can find resonance in this story, and I hope everyone can understand Jiang Ciyou's choice, no matter what decision she makes in the end.