I was chased by my sickly junior brother who had two lives

The morning sun shines through the mottled leaves, onto the stone pavement of the capital, creating a halo of stars. Chen Jue gets up early, puts on the official uniform that symbolizes his identity as a Dali Temple official, and is ready to go to the Dali Temple to perform his duties. These days, although the King of Jin has been removed, the affairs of the Dali Temple are still busy, and there are still many follow-up matters that need to be dealt with.

"Sister, I'm going to the Dali Temple. If you go out today, please be careful." Chen Jue reminded Chen Jia in the yard.

Chen Jia smiled and nodded, "Xiao Jue, don't worry, I'll just go for a walk on the street and buy some daily necessities." She was wearing a light blue dress today, simple yet elegant, with only a plain hairpin on her head, which made her look even more fresh and refined.

After Chen Jue left, Chen Jia also went out. The street was bustling with people. There were shops selling silk and satin, gold and silver jewelry, and various snack stands, with aromas everywhere. Chen Jia happily shuttled among the crowd, sometimes picking up some small items from the stalls, and sometimes stopping to watch the performances of street performers.

On another street, Yang Zheng was walking in despair. After the fall of the King of Jin, he, as a person who had been related to the King of Jin, had a very difficult life. His originally bright and beautiful clothes were now a little shabby, his hair was a little messy, and his eyes were full of endless decadence and confusion. He was ordered to go out to do something, but his mind was not on it at all.

At this moment, Yang Xiu inadvertently raised his head, and his eyes were instantly attracted by Chen Jia in the crowd. At that moment, a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes, as if he saw a glimmer of hope in the darkness. Chen Jia's figure was like a ray of light shining into his chaotic world. His heartbeat suddenly accelerated, and almost subconsciously, he chased in the direction of Chen Jia.

Chen Jia was concentrating on looking at a jewelry stall on the street and didn't notice Yang Xiu's arrival at all. It wasn't until she felt the atmosphere around her was a little strange that she looked up and found Yang Xiu standing not far away, looking at her with complicated eyes. Her heart suddenly tightened, a trace of surprise and panic flashed in her eyes, and she subconsciously turned around and left.

Seeing this, Yang Xiu hurriedly chased after her. "Chen Jia, Chen Jia!" He shouted loudly, ignoring the strange looks from the people around him. His steps were a little flustered, and his heart was filled with mixed emotions, including guilt, longing, and a little fear of losing her again.

Chen Jia hurried along, her mood fluctuating like the surging waves. She never expected to meet Yang Xiu here, and the memories that she had buried deep in her heart suddenly came to her mind. There were the sweet times they had in the past, and the harm caused by Yang Xiu's collusion with the King of Jin. These two emotions intertwined in her heart, making her angry and confused. She just wanted to get rid of Yang Xiu as soon as possible and didn't want to have anything to do with him anymore.

Yang Xiu chased after her relentlessly, running through the crowd, around the street corner, and chasing Chen Jia for several blocks. His physical strength was gradually running out, but his determination made him not give up at all.

Finally, Chen Jia ran into a quiet corridor. There were high walls on both sides of the corridor, covered with vines and full of greenery. There was a small door at the end of the corridor, but it was closed at this time. When Chen Jia ran here, she found that she had no way out. Her chest was heaving violently, and there was both anger and helplessness in her eyes.

Yang Xiu soon followed in, panting, and stood at the entrance of the corridor, blocking Chen Jia's way. His eyes were full of pleading, "Chen Jia, you finally stopped, I... I have something to say to you."

Chen Jia looked at him coldly, "Yang Xiu, there is nothing more to say between you and me, just get out of the way." Her voice trembled a little, and she tried hard to suppress her emotions.

"Chen Jia, I know I was wrong. I know I committed an unforgivable crime. But I really have no choice. Prince Jin... he is too powerful. I was forced by him to do those stupid things." Yang Xiu's eyes were full of regret. He took a few steps forward, trying to get closer to Chen Jia.

"Force? Yang Xiu, stop making excuses for yourself. You had a choice, but you still chose to go along with him. Do you know how much harm your actions have brought to me and us?" Chen Jia said angrily, tears flashing in her eyes, and the suppressed pain and grievances burst out at this moment.

Yang Xiu stopped and lowered his head, his face full of shame. "I know, I know everything. I regret it every day. I regret my cowardice and regret hurting you. Chen Jia, you are the person I love most in my life. Only after losing you, I know what real pain is." His voice was choked and tears flashed in his eyes.

"Beloved? Yang Xiu, if you really loved me, you wouldn't have done those things. You put me in danger and implicated my family. Do you know how I survived those days?" Chen Jia's tears slid down her cheeks, her eyes filled with resentment.

"Chen Jia, I really want to make up for my mistake. I know it's too late to say anything now, but I still want to ask for your forgiveness. As long as you can come back to me, I am willing to do anything you ask." Yang Xiu raised his head, his eyes full of desire.

"Impossible, Yang Xiu. We can't go back. The past is over. I have let it go, and I hope you can let it go too and stop bothering me." Chen Jia's decisive words were like a sharp blade, piercing Yang Xiu's heart.

Yang Xiu's body trembled slightly, and the light of hope in his eyes gradually dimmed. "Chen Jia, are you really so cruel? Is our past relationship worthless in your eyes?"

"Feelings? You have destroyed our feelings with your own hands. Yang Xiu, you must be responsible for your actions. I just want to live a peaceful life now and don't want to have anything to do with you anymore." Chen Jia wiped the tears from her face and tried to calm herself down.

Yang Xiu was silent for a moment. He looked at Chen Jia with pain in his eyes. "I know you won't believe anything I say now, but I will use my actions to prove my change. I will make up for the mistakes I made. Even if you will never forgive me, I will keep working hard."

"No need, Yang Xiu. Your change has nothing to do with me. I just want you to stay away from me." Chen Jia said coldly.

At this time, some footsteps were heard outside the corridor, and it seemed that someone was walking towards this side. Chen Jia was startled. She was afraid of being misunderstood, especially with someone like Yang Xiu. She looked at the small door anxiously, hoping to find a way to leave.

Yang Xiu noticed Chen Jia's uneasiness, and his heart became even more painful. "Chen Jia, don't be afraid, I won't bother you anymore. I just hope you can live well and be happy." After saying that, he slowly turned around and walked towards the entrance of the corridor.

Chen Jia looked at Yang Xiu's departing back, feeling mixed emotions. The man she once loved deeply had now become such a stranger. Although she said it resolutely, she couldn't help but feel a ripple in her heart. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and then walked towards the small door. She hoped to leave this place as soon as possible and forget this unpleasant encounter.

After Yang Xiu walked out of the corridor, he stopped. He looked back at the quiet corridor, his eyes full of reluctance and sadness. He knew that the distance between him and Chen Jia was getting farther and farther, and perhaps they would never be able to get closer. But the love and guilt in his heart, like a fire, burned in his heart, making him unable to really let go.

After leaving the small door, Chen Jia came to another street. She tried to get herself back to shopping, but she couldn't calm down. Yang Xiu's appearance kept appearing in her mind, and those past memories kept impacting her heart. She knew that she needed time to really let go and heal the pain in her heart.

Yang Xiu walked on the street in despair, not knowing where to go. His world had collapsed after the fall of King Jin, and Chen Jia's rejection plunged his heart into endless darkness. He wandered on the street like a lost soul, looking for a glimmer of hope for salvation.

This day was an emotional collision and tearing for Chen Jia and Yang Xiu. Their fates intertwined and separated in this bustling street of the capital, leaving behind a heart full of pain and endless memories of the past. The world around them was still bustling and no one knew that such an unforgettable emotional entanglement had taken place in this quiet corridor.

Chen Jia continued walking on the street, trying to immerse herself in the bustle around her and forget the unpleasantness just now. She walked into a silk shop, which was filled with all kinds of exquisite silks, colorful and soft. The owner came up to her enthusiastically and introduced various styles to her.

"Ma'am, please take a look at this silk. This is the most popular pattern this year. Clothes made from it will be very beautiful." The shopkeeper held a piece of lavender silk and showed it in front of Chen Jia.

Chen Jia forced a smile, "Well, it's pretty." She reached out and touched the silk, which felt delicate, but her mind was not on it at all. Yang Xiu's decadent and sad eyes kept appearing in her mind, and that look made her heart ache.

"Ma'am, if you like, I can give you a discount. Look at the pattern, it suits your temperament very well." The shopkeeper continued to sell.

"No, I'll take a look." Chen Jia put down the silk and started to walk around the store. She looked at the colorful silks and thought about her past with Yang Xiu. They had visited such a store together before, and they were so happy and sweet at that time. Yang Xiu would always carefully choose things she liked for her, but now everything has changed.

At the same time, Yang Xiu ran into an old acquaintance on the street. The man was surprised to see Yang Xiu's current appearance.

"Yang Xiu, how did you become like this?" asked an old acquaintance.

Yang Xiu gave a bitter smile and said, "It's hard to explain. It's all my own fault."

"I heard about Prince Jin's affairs. You were also confused at that time. But what do you plan to do now?" the old acquaintance asked with concern.

"I don't know. I have nothing now. Even the person I love the most has left me." Yang Xiu's eyes were full of despair.

"Are you talking about Miss Chen Jia? I heard that you two had a very good relationship before. Have you tried to save the relationship?" the old acquaintance asked tentatively.

"I tried, but she won't forgive me. I don't blame her, I hurt her too deeply." Yang Xiu's voice was low and hoarse.

"Maybe time will change everything. If you really want to make amends, don't give up easily." The old acquaintance patted Yang Xiu on the shoulder and comforted him.

Yang Xiu shook his head. "Forget it. I don't want to cause her any more trouble. As long as she can live a happy life, I will be satisfied."

After Chen Jia walked around the silk shop for a while, she walked out. She felt that she couldn't feel better here, so she decided to go home. On the way home, she passed by a park. The park was full of green trees, and there were many elderly people walking and children playing. She walked into the park and sat down on a bench, looking at the warm scene in front of her, feeling a lot of emotion in her heart.

She recalled the time when she played in the park with her family when she was a child. Life was so simple and happy back then. But now, after going through so many ups and downs, she cherishes this peace even more. She knows that she cannot let the past emotional entanglements affect her current life. She must look forward and protect herself and her family.

After returning to the Duke's Mansion, Chen Jia saw that Chen Jue had already returned. Chen Jue saw that Chen Jia looked a little unhappy, so he asked with concern: "Sister, what's wrong with you? Did you encounter something outside?"

Chen Jia hesitated for a moment, but decided not to tell Chen Jue about her encounter with Yang Xiu. She didn't want Chen Jue to worry about her. "It's nothing, Xiao Jue. Maybe I'm a little tired after walking around for so long."

"Then sister, you should go and have a rest. I have been busy in Dali Temple all day today and I am really exhausted." Chen Jue said.

Chen Jia nodded and returned to her room. She lay on the bed, looking at the ceiling, and her mind kept replaying what happened today. She knew that this was just a small episode in her life, and she had to learn to let it go and embrace a new life. And Yang Xiu would also become a part of her memory, gradually fading away as time passed.

Yang Xiu stood on the street for a long time, and finally left silently.