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Chapter 400 Lu Jingchen's Decision
After countless days and nights of careful consideration, Lu Jingchen finally made a major decision that would change the direction of his relationship with Jiang Ciyou - to appear directly in front of Jiang Ciyou. This decision was not made on impulse, but after a long period of inner struggle and weighing.
Lu Jingchen sat alone in his spacious but somewhat deserted study room. It was so quiet that only the ticking of the wall clock could be heard. In front of him was an album filled with photos of him and Jiang Ciyou. In those photos, their smiles were so bright, and their eyes were full of love for each other. Each photo was like a key that opened the door deep in his memory, and bits and pieces of the past came flooding back like a tide.
He thought of the scene when they first met. It was a sunny spring day, and Jiang Ciyou was wearing a light blue dress, like a fairy from a painting. She stood under a blooming cherry tree, and the breeze blew, and the cherry blossom petals fell like snow, and a few petals gently fell on her shoulders. Lu Jingchen was deeply attracted by the beautiful scenery in front of him at that time, and he walked towards her involuntarily. The moment their eyes met, it seemed as if the whole world stopped turning, and time seemed to freeze at that moment. Since then, their story has been like a beautiful piece of music, slowly playing.
They spent so many wonderful times together. They once strolled along the beach together, listening to the sound of the waves hitting the beach and feeling the caress of the sea breeze. Jiang Ciyou would excitedly look for shells on the beach, and every time she found a beautiful shell, she would happily show it to Lu Jingchen like a child. Lu Jingchen would look at her lovingly, thinking that she was the cutest person in the world. They would also climb to the top of the mountain together at night, look up at the stars, and look for their constellation. Jiang Ciyou would snuggle in Lu Jingchen's arms, whispering her dreams and visions for the future. At that time, they firmly believed that they would accompany each other for life and never separate.
However, fate always loves to play tricks on people. Since when, some unspeakable barriers have appeared between them. These barriers are like tiny cracks, slowly eroding the once seemingly indestructible building of their relationship. Until one day, the building collapsed and they parted ways. Lu Jingchen still clearly remembers the resolute look in Jiang Ciyou's eyes when she left. The disappointment and pain in her eyes were like a sharp sword, piercing straight into his heart, making him toss and turn in countless nights and unable to fall asleep.
Since breaking up with Jiang Ciyou, Lu Jingchen's life seems to have lost its color. He lives like a zombie every day, mechanically handling work matters, but his heart is always empty. He tried to numb himself with busyness and stop thinking about Jiang Ciyou, but it was all in vain. Jiang Ciyou's figure was like a brand, deeply imprinted in his mind, and no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't erase it.
Later, he chose to pay attention to Jiang Ciyou silently. He thought that this way he could protect her silently without disturbing her. But he found that this way could not really get him close to Jiang Ciyou. He sent anonymous gifts, but aroused Jiang Ciyou's vigilance, which made him realize that his behavior might be counterproductive. He adjusted his strategy and cared about her in an indirect way, but when he saw that Jiang Ciyou made new friends and her career developed better and better with the help of new friends, his worries and uneasiness became stronger. He was afraid that Jiang Ciyou would completely forget him in her new life, and he could not accept such a result.
So, he decided not to hide in the dark anymore, but to stand out bravely. He knew that this meeting was full of unknowns and risks. Jiang Ciyou might treat him coldly, might refuse to listen to his explanation, or even speak ill of him. But he didn't care, he was willing to bear all the consequences. Because he knew that if he didn't try, he would lose Jiang Ciyou forever, and that would be the biggest regret of his life.
Lu Jingchen began to carefully prepare for his meeting with Jiang Ciyou. He first went to the best barber shop and asked the hairdresser to create the most suitable hairstyle for him. He sat on the chair in the barber shop, staring at himself in the mirror, as if he was examining a soldier about to go to the battlefield. He hoped to appear in front of Jiang Ciyou in the best image, even if it was just to make her stay in his eyes for a few more seconds.
Then, he went to the mall to choose clothes. He shuttled between many brand stores, trying on clothes one by one. He carefully considered whether each piece of clothing was suitable and whether it could reflect his sincerity and change. He no longer focused on the gorgeous appearance as before, but was more inclined to choose simple and generous clothes that could show his mature and stable side. After several hours of selection, he finally chose a dark gray suit with a light blue tie. The color and style of this suit made him look confident and friendly, just like his best appearance in front of Jiang Ciyou.
Then, he began to rehearse in his mind what he would say when they met. He paced back and forth in the study, muttering to himself. He imagined various possible scenarios and prepared different words for different reactions. He wanted to tell Jiang Ciyou how much he regretted the mistakes he had made, how much he missed her, and that his feelings for her had never changed. He wanted to explain to her the misunderstandings that led to their separation. He hoped that Jiang Ciyou would give him another chance to let him walk into her life again and become the most important person in her life again.
Lu Jingchen also carefully prepared a gift. This gift was not an expensive luxury item, but an album that recorded their beautiful memories. He spent a lot of time selecting the most meaningful photos from their past and carefully arranged them in chronological order. Next to each photo, he handwrote a warm memory or his feelings at the time. He hoped that this album would evoke Jiang Ciyou's beautiful memories of the past and let her see how precious their love was.
During the preparation process, Lu Jingchen's mood was also very complicated. Sometimes, he was full of expectations, imagining Jiang Ciyou's surprised expression when she saw him, and imagining their happy life after reconciliation. He seemed to see them walking hand in hand on the familiar streets, seeing them sitting together in a warm home for dinner, and seeing the warm scene of them sleeping in each other's arms. But sometimes, he would be shrouded in deep fear. He was afraid that all his efforts would be in vain, that Jiang Ciyou no longer had any feelings for him, and that this meeting would be their last farewell.
Although he was full of trepidation, Lu Jingchen's determination never wavered. He knew that this was his last chance and he had to seize it. He looked at himself in the mirror, took a deep breath, and silently said to himself: "Lu Jingchen, you must succeed. You can't lose her again."
As the day of the meeting got closer, Lu Jingchen's nervousness became more and more obvious. He began to suffer from insomnia. When he lay in bed at night, Jiang Ciyou's figure was all in his mind. He tossed and turned, unable to fall asleep. He could only look at the moonlight outside the window and count the time passing by. His appetite also became very poor. He had no appetite for his favorite food. His friends noticed that he was different and asked him what happened. But he just smiled and told them that it was his own business and he had to face it himself.
Finally, the day of the agreed meeting arrived. Lu Jingchen got up early and carefully dressed again. He tied his tie carefully, making sure every wrinkle was just right. He put on his polished leather shoes and looked at himself in the mirror. Although his face looked a little haggard, his eyes were full of determination. He picked up the prepared photo album, carefully put it into an exquisite gift box, and then went out with the gift box.
He arrived at the meeting place in advance, which was a park they had been to together before. The scenery in the park was still as beautiful as ever, with green trees and blooming flowers. Lu Jingchen found a bench where they had sat before and sat down, quietly waiting for Jiang Ciyou to arrive. His heartbeat accelerated involuntarily, and he felt his palms were full of sweat. He kept looking at his watch, and every minute and every second that passed made him more nervous.
Time seemed to pass very slowly, and every minute seemed like a century. Lu Jingchen's eyes were fixed on the entrance of the park, afraid to miss Jiang Ciyou. Finally, he saw the familiar figure. Jiang Ciyou walked into the park gracefully in a white shirt and a black skirt. Her hair fluttered gently in the breeze, and there was a hint of confusion and vigilance on her face. The moment she saw Lu Jingchen, her steps paused obviously, and a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes.
Lu Jingchen stood up slowly, holding the gift box tightly in his hand. He took a deep breath and walked towards Jiang Ciyou. He felt his legs were a little weak, but he still tried to stay calm. When he walked in front of Jiang Ciyou, he looked into her eyes. Those were eyes that he was very familiar with, but now they were a little strange. His throat seemed to be choked by something, and he couldn't speak for a while.
After a while, Lu Jingchen finally mustered up the courage to speak: "Ciyou, long time no see." His voice was a little hoarse and a little nervous. Jiang Ciyou looked at him without saying anything, just looking at him quietly, his eyes full of complicated emotions. Lu Jingchen continued: "I know you may be surprised that I suddenly appeared here, but I have a lot to say to you." He handed the gift box to Jiang Ciyou, "This is a gift for you, I hope you can accept it."
Jiang Ciyou hesitated for a moment, but still took the gift box. Lu Jingchen continued, "Ciyou, I know I have hurt you before, and those things in the past were wrong for me. I regret it every day, regretting my stupidity and impulsiveness. After you left, my life became a mess, and I realized how important you are to me." His voice was trembling, and tears were flashing in his eyes.
Jiang Ciyou looked at him and said slowly: "Lu Jingchen, the past is over. We both have new lives." Lu Jingchen hurriedly said: "But I don't want to give up our relationship just like that. Ciyou, my feelings for you have never changed. I want to explain those misunderstandings to you clearly." He began to tell about the misunderstandings that led to their separation, and he told Jiang Ciyou his inner thoughts without reservation.
Jiang Ciyou listened quietly, her expression didn't change much. Lu Jingchen didn't know what she was thinking, he could only continue talking, hoping to impress her. "Ciyou, I know it may be a little late for me to say this now, but I really hope you can give me another chance. I will use my actions to prove my love for you, and I will cherish you more than before."
After saying these words, Lu Jingchen looked at Jiang Ciyou nervously, waiting for her answer. Jiang Ciyou was silent for a while, then said: "Lu Jingchen, I need time to think about it. This all came too suddenly for me." Although Lu Jingchen was a little disappointed, he still nodded and said: "Okay, Ciyou. I will give you time, and I hope you can think carefully."
Just like that, their meeting ended. Lu Jingchen looked at Jiang Ciyou's back as he left, feeling mixed emotions. He didn't know if his efforts would bear fruit, but he knew that he had taken the most important step.
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