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Lu Xiangyi knew that Su Xing was in this unit, which prompted her to come and visit under the guise of her own reputation. Rong Xigu was certain that if he let her come, she wouldn’t even spare him a glance!
He said coldly, “Tell her that if she wants to see me, she can do so at home. Otherwise, I won’t meet her!”
Ji Chen replied, “You want me, a mere guard, to go to the Army Commander’s office and call you like a wife? Do you think I’m living too long?”
In truth, Lu Xiangyi could have asked Uncle Rong Jinnian to show her around the unit, but she didn’t have the face to do so. Ever since the argument with Rong Xigu seventeen years ago, she had avoided family gatherings every year.
If it weren’t for Su Xing, she wouldn’t have come here even if it killed her. That man was still pretending not to see her! It was infuriating!
Su Xing had no idea about the connection between her friend and Shen Jingyu’s friend. She also didn’t know that because of her situation, there was hope for rekindling her friend’s past relationship!
At that moment, Su Xing felt utterly uncomfortable. While worrying about Shen Jingyu’s condition, she hadn’t even thought about reporting back home or remembered where her phone had gone.
On the hospital bed, Su Xing tried to pull her hand away from Shen Jingyu’s grasp, but he held it tightly.
“Are you scared?” he asked. “Star.”
Su Xing paused: “I’m already tied up; what’s there to be afraid of?”
However, this incident was related to your precious Ruo Xi. How do you think I can face you now?
This question loomed over them like a mountain.
Shen Jingyu remained silent for a long time. Memories long buried surfaced in his mind. The only sound in the room was the ticking of the clock.
Finally, Shen Jingyu spoke slowly, recalling his memories.
“I met you when I was thirteen. That day I was bullied by Mu Zhiyuan; he tied me up at a hotel with a few of his equally twisted friends. They had prepared aphrodisiacs, and I couldn’t struggle against eighteen-year-old men. I was tied to the bed.”
Su Xing felt as if his words were gripping her heart like a large hand; she sensed his despair from his tone.
Shen Jingyu noticed the tight grip on his hand and slowly curled his lips into a faint smile.
He did not succeed, and I did not die.
Su Xing did not breathe a sigh of relief upon hearing this; instead, tears tinged with red welled up in her eyes, filled with a deeper sense of pain. Yet, she choked back her sobs, making little sound.
"Don't cry. If you keep crying, I won't say anything more," he said. "He was trying to clear up the misunderstanding; this isn't the time for you to feel sorry for him!"
Su Xing took a deep breath. "Yes! It was Han Shuo who saved me. He was five years older than me and already a soldier at that time. Although we were in a hotel room, he claimed he was just passing by to rescue me. I believed him then, but later found out that he was actually sent by my grandfather to protect me."
Su Xing had never considered that all those years, the Shen Family had not abandoned Shen Jingyu; they simply had not appeared before him. As a soldier, it was easy for him to handle those weaklings. When Mu Zhiyuan was knocked down, he became frightened. Gradually, I no longer felt suppressed by him.
This was because Han Shuo intentionally trained me, teaching me how to protect myself. Over time, I became dissatisfied with his techniques; I wanted to grow stronger. I also wanted to protect you.
Shen Jingyu did not exaggerate his love for Su Xing. At that moment, he genuinely wished to protect her for a lifetime. There were also matters concerning his father, Shen Huai Ming, but that was not the focus today.
I joined the army, and he became my squad leader. Our relationship grew closer during that time when I also met Rong Xigu—another story altogether. Every person around me had not easily entered my heart; it took many experiences.
Su Xing would never doubt this because of Shen Jingyu's childhood circumstances; he would not easily trust others. The fact that he managed to make so many friends astonished Su Xing. She could not deny that Shen Lao's support must have played a part in this!
Shen Jingyu's story reached an important yet difficult point to express. During one mission, Han Shuo, as my captain, protected me and sacrificed himself. A few words could not capture the heart-wrenching and devastating scene of that moment.
With blood-tinged tears flowing down his face, Shen Jingyu could not help but cry.
Su Xing silently watched him, resting her head on his shoulder as she choked out, "It hurts; just don’t say anything more. Let that wound heal slowly."
Shen Jingyu forced a bitter smile. "You should know this; I have no intention of hiding it."
Han Ruoxi is the only sister of Han Shuo. They grew up in an orphanage, where their grandfather adopted Han Shuo but did not involve Han Ruoxi. She had a decent upbringing there. Han Shuo's only wish was for his sister to be well.
Though they were often apart, their sibling bond was strong. When Han Ruoxi learned of Han Shuo's death, she broke down, feeling as if she had lost her only family member and no longer wanted to live.
I never had a talent for comforting women, so I simply talked to her, promising that I would protect her in place of Brother Han. She insisted she didn't need help from anyone; she believed she should live in a way that made her brother proud.
She chose to pursue acting. I could tell that it was both a passion and a means to earn money, providing her with a sense of security, much like you did back then. Su Xing could relate to Han Ruoxi in this regard.
However, everything that followed was something she could not accept. She never sought your help; thus, when you did too much for her, it gradually made a vulnerable woman develop a sense of dependence and faith in someone.
Shen Jingyu nodded solemnly. "Yes. This was the wrong choice I made in our relationship. But now I understand this principle, and I hope the woman who can rely on and trust me is you!"
Su Xing chuckled awkwardly. "Ahem, I'm not such a young girl anymore; I'm three years older than you!"
Shen Jingyu pouted. "In front of me, you're still just a little woman!"
Ahem, let's continue with the rest; this is crucial for whether I can forgive you!
Shen Jingyu gently traced her fingers as he continued, "Later on, she went abroad for further studies while simultaneously developing her acting career. My studies and work changed as well; I should have gone elsewhere, but I applied to be in the same city as Han Ruoxi."
I helped her secretly, ensuring she wasn't subjected to any unspoken rules and allowing her to develop steadily. Compared to others, my protection of her was indeed excessive.
But from beginning to end, my feelings for her were tied to Han Shuo. I couldn't forget his life-saving grace towards me.
I understand you and can also understand Han Ruoxi. Your unintentional actions brought not only solace to your heart but also an unexpected affection.
There is no denying that it was indeed his doing. However, apart from that, he could offer nothing else to Han Ruoxi. He had elevated her to such a position, allowing her to gain the fame and fortune she initially cared about the most; this was the best he could do.
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