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The sunlight was bright, and the couple, who had finally reunited, sat facing each other. In the middle of the table was a bowl of ice that radiated a chill. His eyes gradually turned into a calm stillness, and his voice carried a hint of helplessness. It was he who let go; this outcome was something he should bear.
“Shaoyi, if you are unwilling, then let it be. Ruan Yu once let me go; I only want to confirm that he is still alive, nothing more…” She quietly finished her words. His jet-black eyes moved slightly as he reached out with his long, strong fingers to gently caress her fair countenance. The light touch caused her pain, yet his heart was also aching.
What he thought would be a return to the past turned out to be merely an illusion.
He nodded, “Alright, don’t worry. I will definitely help you find him.”
She opened her mouth to explain but didn’t know where to start. Seeing Shangguan Shaoyi’s expressionless face made her heart sink, and she fell silent. He reached out to pull her closer but was startled by the coldness of her palm. A heaviness settled in his heart as he used his strength to pull her up, his tone carrying a hint of sternness, “Your health is not good; even in summer, you shouldn’t eat ice. This is the last time; remember?”
“Mm.” She sighed in relief; it seemed that Shaoyi hadn’t changed much and still treated her as usual.
She knew that after their hard-won reunion, they shouldn’t mention Ruan Yu. But in that heavy rain, who was the person she saw? Why was she always drawn by an invisible force? She had to find out the truth.
He hailed a rickshaw and helped her into it. It was nearing noon; although it was late summer, the heat in the air remained intense. Staying outside for too long would likely be too much for her body to handle. He wrapped his arm around her, allowing her to lean against his shoulder as he pressed his lips together.
Nan Wan had gone out for business today, leaving only them and a few guests at home. However, the feast remained lavish, with several bottles of fine wine added according to the maids’ words; this was specially instructed by Nan Wan. Cheng Mosu leaned against a chair adorned with floral patterns, slowly swirling a goblet with her delicate fingers. The clear wine exuded a rich aroma as she gently inhaled it, feeling herself already tipsy.
Seeing her slightly intoxicated appearance brought a smile to his face. When she met his dark eyes filled with tenderness, her cheeks flushed like blooming flowers as she playfully scolded him, “Why aren’t you eating? Just watching me?”
“I do want to eat; I just feel that you seem to have less tolerance for alcohol than before,” he replied with a slight smile.
She was taken aback; the smile on her face gradually faded as memories of the event that changed her fate surfaced in her mind. She smiled faintly and said, “Since that time… I no longer drink.”
He naturally knew she was referring to the incident when she mistakenly drank the drugged wine last time. His deep gaze was fixed on her, noticing how the scent of alcohol had created a shimmering layer over her Water-colored Eyes. He couldn't help but feel a mix of tenderness and restlessness swirling in his heart. He moved her wine glass away, his eyes bright as snow, and said, "Then don't drink anymore in the future. I can't bear the pain of losing you again."
She nodded, feeling somewhat fatigued, and didn't eat much. He carried her back to the room, and after playing around with Ling Heng for a while, she finally fell asleep. She gently furrowed her brow and unexpectedly entered into a long dream.
She found herself stepping into a body of water, surrounded by fluttering bees and butterflies. Shaoyi smiled at her, and she leaned against his arm. However, a figure approached from afar—one that had endured countless changes and sorrows, having spent time in the fear and indifference of others. Suddenly, she woke up with a start, a vague worry lingering in her heart, fearing that the happiness she had finally obtained would slip away just like that.
"Miss, why are you awake?" Feng Yin hurried over to adjust the velvet pillow for her so she could sit up comfortably.
"How long have I been asleep?" She rubbed her Sun acupoint and asked softly.
"Just about a quarter of an hour," Feng Yin replied, glancing at the redwood clock.
She nodded and lowered her gaze, speaking lightly, "Could you bring me a poetry collection? I want to read." Feng Yin acknowledged and was about to leave when she added, "What is Shaoyi doing now?"
"Oh, Son-in-law is playing with Young Master. I never expected that Son-in-law usually has such a cold demeanor but is genuinely good to you and Young Master," Feng Yin replied with a smile. She also smiled faintly in response, looking out at the bright sky. Perhaps she had been overthinking; things weren't as bad or as good as they seemed. Life always develops in unexpected ways, so there was no need to think too much about it, right?
Her mood lightened considerably. She turned and got out of bed. Feng Yin wondered, "Aren't you going to read?"
"No, I'm going to find Shaoyi to chat for a bit." She stepped out of the room and walked to Ling Heng's door. Peering through the crack, she saw warmth hidden in his bright eyes. She couldn't help but smile; he sensed something and turned his Eyes toward her. Upon seeing her, he raised his lips in a smile, signaling her to come over.
He put down Ling Heng and said with a grin, "I can hold children now; just now when I held Ling Heng, he didn't cry at all."
It seemed like he was showing off; after becoming a father, he had melted away the coldness he once had. She nestled into his embrace as he watched the sunlight streaming through the window bars. The panic and worry in her eyes were gone; the water-like purity of her gaze deepened even more. He placed a gentle kiss on her forehead and asked, "Why aren't you sleeping?"
"I just had a dream that scared me a bit, so I couldn't go back to sleep. When I woke up, I thought of looking for you." She smiled lightly at him. He understood her feelings; she always thought more than others. Now that they could reconcile, there were likely hidden worries behind her happiness. However, he believed in her and was willing to give her the time and space to feel safe enough.
Cheng Mosu lifted her Water-colored Eyes and quietly looked at him, with a question lingering in her mind that she wanted to ask, "Shaoyi, I've actually been wanting to ask you, do you plan to let Ling Heng join the military as well, to take over your position?"
His gaze was deep and distant, as dark as a tranquil night. Without thinking, he replied, "It all depends on his thoughts. I once believed that being born into a family like ours meant being bound by circumstances and having to yield to certain greater ideals, so I didn't want him to suffer such burdens. But recently, I've come to realize something different: as long as one is alive in this world, there will always be troubles. Life will always be difficult; how he chooses is his freedom."
She smiled faintly and nodded. A voice came from outside the door, "Son-in-law, there's a call for you; it's Deputy Officer Shen."
His expression changed slightly as he smiled at her, "I'll be right back."
He picked up the receiver and heard Shen Mingliang's voice filled with urgency, "Young Commander, you asked me to investigate Ruan Yu's whereabouts today, and we have some leads now. It seems that Ruan Yu... he doesn't appear to be dead!"
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