The wooden beauty of Young Master Sheng(Finale + extra) (Patreon)

Chapter 241: Unwavering Commitment


Jiang Chenchen obediently left the room.


In the study, Zhan Chen and Sheng Mingsi had a serious discussion. They compared the data they had each gathered, delving into the creation of the bio-human, forming initial speculations about Jiang Chenchen's identity.


First and foremost, they could be a hundred percent certain that Jiang Chenchen was a human and not a created bio-human.


Sheng Mingsi affirmed this.


However, Jiang Chenchen's blood and various extraordinary abilities, such as enhanced strength, combat skills, remarkable memory, perception, and healing power, made her different from an ordinary person. Given that her parents were researchers, there was a possibility that genetic selection and cultivation techniques were used during her embryonic development, creating a child with superior genes.


But there were problems, especially regarding her extraordinary healing ability and the energy carried by her blood. Could a person like her be created through genetic manipulation and technological means? It seemed beyond the realms of plausibility.


Moreover, the internal conflicts within the research institute where Jiang Chenchen's parents worked were puzzling. Why would they be killed, and why was their daughter taken for research? It didn't seem like a simple disagreement over genetic cultivation within the research institute.


The fact that someone was willing to take such risks, even resorting to double murder, indicated that the motives were far from straightforward. Did Jiang Chenchen's utility surpass what met the eye?


Another mystery was the lack of information about any relatives on Jiang Chenchen's mother's side. It was as if she had appeared out of thin air. Even if she were an orphan, her roots should still be traceable in this world.


However, her mother seemed to have come from nowhere.


After a comprehensive discussion, Zhan Chen and Sheng Mingsi felt that Jiang Chenchen's identity might be more complex than initial speculations.


"Chi Yan's research is in your hands. If it's not feasible, destroy it. In any case, Chenchen's future is in your hands," Zhan Chen said, expending a lot of energy. Even sitting down and reading documents for an extended period was challenging for him.


Seeing this, Sheng Mingsi's dark eyes fell on his face. "If you need, I can check your health."


"No need." Zhan Chen met his gaze, his serene and calm eyes akin to moonlight, his voice gentle and unhurried. "I am prepared."


Sheng Mingsi could probably guess the meaning behind his words. A person like him, who would suddenly talk so openly about Chenchen's affairs, share information and entrust Chenchen's future to him, must be in a state where he had little time left.


The problem with his health was evident.


"If needed, you can contact me. Although I'm not a licensed doctor, I have professional qualifications."


"Perhaps."


Zhan Chen let Ning Yi guide him out of the study. His slender figure was slightly bent, his complexion pale, and his breathing so slow that it seemed like his heartbeat could stop at any moment.


He faced the possibility of spitting blood every day.


Yet, he didn't want to waste a single drop.


When they reached the door of the study, he suddenly asked Ning Yi to stop and turned back to look at the tall, cold-faced Sheng Mingsi. After learning a lot, both from a few encounters and clandestine investigations, he felt that Sheng Mingsi, unlike his appearance, wasn't as devoid of human emotions as he seemed on the surface.


Compared to him, who belonged to the dark world from the beginning, Sheng Mingsi seemed to have a heart belonging to the light.


Thus, he felt a little relieved.


At least, there was no better choice.


He didn't even have the opportunity to choose. Having the blood flowing through Jiang Chenchen, he was already content.


"Tell Chenchen for me; I won't come downstairs."


Sheng Mingsi looked at his figure, his eyes slightly deepening. "When will you return to Country A?"


"Tomorrow morning."


"Aren't you going to tell Chenchen?"


"Doesn't she fear that I might take her away?"


"You can't take her away." Sheng Mingsi's tone was cold and resolute.


A wry smile played on Zhan Chen's lips as he cast a sidelong glance. "Are you really not afraid that I might snatch her away?"


"You can't."


Zhan Chen's lips drooped, and he glanced at Sheng Mingsi from the corner of his eye. "It seems like you really wanted me dead with one strike."


Although his words were harsh, he lacked the energy.


He sighed suddenly.


"That's it then, goodbye."


Sheng Mingsi watched as the person in the wheelchair left, sensing a feeling of sorrow and separation. He shifted his gaze away, and with his usual cold and indifferent expression, he descended the stairs.


Upon seeing the person napping on the sofa in the living room, his icy eyes calmed.


"Chenchen, let's go home."


"Have you finished your discussion? Where's Zhan Chen?" Jiang Chenchen rubbed her eyes, checked the time, and realized they had been talking for almost three hours. "Is Zhan Chen's health okay?"


Sheng Mingsi took a step forward, his footsteps slightly pausing. His dark eyes stared calmly at her. "He has a morning flight tomorrow. Go say goodbye to him."


"Isn't that rushed? His body can't handle it," Jiang Chenchen said, surprised that Zhan Chen had come from so far away just for her affairs.


Today, she had also seen that his health was not good.


She looked at Sheng Mingsi with a hint of supplication. "Ah Si, can you save him?"


Sheng Mingsi's gaze deepened, capturing every expression on her face. "In your eyes, am I that powerful?"


Jiang Chenchen nodded solemnly.


Sheng Mingsi's eyes grew deeper, and his voice, clear yet helpless, said, "Perhaps, Chenchen, I'm not as powerful as you imagine. There are things in this world that can't be accomplished, but... we shouldn't give up. Let's give it a try."


Although Jiang Chenchen also returned empty-handed, merely going upstairs for a farewell, the painful appearance of the person on the sickbed and the distorted voice calling her name were unforgettable.


...


In the car on the way back, the word "death" lingered in Jiang Chenchen's mind for a long time.


She remained silent for a long time.


First, she saw Zhan Chen in increased pain, and then she received a call from Fang Yiqing, understanding his situation.


He might not live much longer.


"Ah Si, I think there's no need to investigate my past. Now Zhan Chen is dying because my blood is flowing in his body, and it makes me feel very uneasy. Our top priority should be to save him!"


Sheng Mingsi also heard what Fang Yiqing said on the phone. Why was Zhan Chen unwilling to change his blood for some reason?


Thinking a little, his gaze became serious, and he clenched the steering wheel tightly.


Such unreserved love made him feel a bit envious and speechless.


However, reason soon overcame this sudden thought. He said to Jiang Chenchen, "Tonight, be my assistant."


Jiang Chenchen was puzzled. "Do you have a way to convince him?"


"Perhaps."


Sheng Mingsi turned the steering wheel, changing direction, and stared ahead with a stern expression.


Regardless of whether it was to ease Chenchen's worries or because of the emergence of a healer's heart, they had chosen to move forward. They had to do it without hesitation.


...


The surgery went smoothly and was very successful.


Although it was just a blood transfusion and couldn't change Zhan Chen's innate genetic disease, he still couldn't surpass the curse of time. At least, for now, things were okay.


Sheng Mingsi hadn't slept all night, and his eyes were dark, showing signs of exhaustion.


Jiang Chenchen was also tired, but what puzzled her more was how Sheng Mingsi had managed to convince Zhan Chen.








Chapter 242: Farewell Forever


After leaving the hospital, Sheng Mingsi, exhausted, sat in the back seat, closed his eyes, and Jiang Chenchen sat beside him. Leaning against her shoulder, he almost fell asleep quickly.


Both of them were very tired.


Although Jiang Chenchen was also exhausted, she was more curious about how Sheng Mingsi had persuaded Zhan Chen. Unable to hold back, she asked.


Sheng Mingsi opened one eye to look at her, his dark eyes quickly closing again, and his voice sounded hoarse and dry, "Chenchen, this is a secret."


As he spoke, he wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her in front of him, sitting her on his thighs, holding her in a tight embrace, as if relying on her entirely.


He pressed close to her neck, his breath erratic and heavy, but he only held her tightly.


In a low, hoarse voice that followed his breath, he said, "Chenchen, take a nap."


Jiang Chenchen suddenly found herself in a warm embrace. Hearing his tired voice, she hugged him back tightly. With drowsiness taking over, she closed her eyes, letting go of any thoughts about the secret.


Wu Bi, the driver, had a serious expression, focusing only on the road and avoiding any unnecessary glances.


...


Every day, Jiang Chenchen still had to attend classes and would visit Zhan Chen in the hospital after school.


Regarding how Sheng Mingsi had convinced Zhan Chen, it remained a mystery, and Zhan Chen didn't reveal much either.


A week later, Zhan Chen left from there and returned to A Country.


In collaboration for a year, Zhan Chen and Sheng Mingsi managed to obtain research data about Jiang Chenchen. When they saw the results of the research, despite their speculations, they were still shocked.


If the director hadn't died before bringing the data to A Country, revealing the existence of the person involved in the experiment, the consequences would have been unimaginable.


Jiang Chenchen was in deep trouble! Even they couldn't guarantee resistance against the entire world!


The laboratory's research went beyond this, posing a threat to humanity.


To stop these threats and completely erase any traces of Jiang Chenchen's identity, Zhan Chen, utilizing his authority, completely destroyed the laboratory, putting himself on the front lines.


Since the laboratory belonged to the upper echelons of A Country, the underground forces that had been monitoring them were directly caught, leading to a bloody and ruthless confrontation.


The royal family ultimately suppressed the underground forces but lost track of Zhan Chen.


He was immediately placed on the worldwide wanted list.


...


No one knew that Zhan Chen would appear in Sheng Mingsi's underground medical room.


If Sheng Mingsi and Fang Yiqing hadn't conducted an eight-hour-long surgery, he would probably have died already.


Although his life had been temporarily saved, the situation was still dangerous.


It wasn't just a matter of his physical condition; no information could leak.


Fang Yiqing made a suggestion.


"Why not let me take care of him? I can treat his illness. I've researched this for several years, and no one understands his body better than me."


Jiang Chenchen, having witnessed her abilities during surgery—calm, cool-headed, and quick in judgment—felt that her courage and surgical experience were probably even more extensive than Sheng Mingsi's.


Considering that Sheng Mingsi also had to manage his daytime work and couldn't take care of Zhan Chen well, after considering it, he called the professor on the island and planned to have his cousin arrange for Zhan Chen to be placed there.


Zhan Chen lay on the sickbed, smiling weakly. "No need to waste your efforts."


Jiang Chenchen knelt by the bedside, feeling guilty and distressed. "Brother, it's not allowed. Even if there's the slightest hope left, we can't give up. Besides, Sister Fang is very powerful. She will definitely cure you!"


All of this happened because of her. They all went through this for her sake.


Zhan Chen's moonlight-like eyes gradually dimmed, and he shook his head weakly.


Jiang Chenchen gripped the edge of the bed tightly, tears falling silently. She moved her gaze away from his face and looked at Sheng Mingsi behind her. "Ah Si... what should we do? It's all because of me. If I had known it would turn out like this, I would never have let you take such risks!"


Sheng Mingsi took a couple of steps forward, his dark eyes deep and cold. He lowered his head and comforted, "Chenchen, how can you blame yourself? It was all done willingly. Zhan Chen, as your brother, did everything he did for his sister. If you blame yourself too much, he will be even more distressed."


He reached out and gently wiped away the tears on her face. "Don't say pessimistic things. Leave it to your cousin; everything will be fine."


Comforting Jiang Chenchen's emotions, he looked down at the person lying on the hospital bed, his eyes tired yet cold and solemn.


"Zhan Chen, there is hope in living. Let's celebrate Chenchen's birthday together this year."


Upon hearing this, Zhan Chen weakly smiled, "Sheng Mingsi, the way you say it, I'm filled with anticipation."


It seemed like a pact, a hope.


Fang Yiqing stood with her arms crossed, saying lightly, "Rest assured, I won't let you die so easily. Over the years, I've made some breakthroughs. My life only becomes meaningful when I pick up the scalpel. Leave it to me."


This was the cousin that Sheng Mingsi had admired since childhood, the initial inspiration for him to study medicine.


Zhan Chen was sent to the island.


Originally, Jiang Chenchen had intended to take a leave of absence to go take care of him, but he refused. He hated farewells and detested the idea of dying in front of her.


Even if he were to die, he didn't want to witness the farewell and her helpless tears.


...


Jiang Chenchen's secret was forever buried.


She didn't know either.


Neither Sheng Mingsi nor Zhan Chen revealed anything to anyone.


Time passed peacefully. On Jiang Chenchen's 22nd birthday, Zhan Chen couldn't make it to the appointment. He died in a murder, stabbed in the abdomen by his former follower, Bian Zhicheng.


The illegitimate son of Sheng Mingsi's father.


The incident was too sudden. Under tight security, how could someone carry out an attack on the plane?


That person had been kept in custody by his mother, hadn't he?


The more Sheng Mingsi thought, the paler his face became.


He suppressed this matter, personally buried Zhan Chen, and accompanied him in eternal rest, along with the string of beads that had turned into blood droplets.


Jiang Chenchen waited for Zhan Chen's arrival, but even Sheng Mingsi didn't show up.


Close to midnight.


Sheng Mingsi finally returned, appearing ice-cold, exhausted, and pale. He embraced the person waiting at the door, unable to control his trembling.


Jiang Chenchen didn't understand what had happened, but it must be something very serious for him to be so distressed and scared.


Her heart couldn't help but panic. She hugged him back, providing warmth.


"Ah Si, it's okay. Don't be afraid. I'm here."


"Chenchen." Sheng Mingsi finally calmed down, released from her embrace, placed his hands on her shoulders, and looked at her seriously. "Let's leave this place."


"Where are we going?"


"Anywhere, are you willing to go with me?"


"Of course."


The early morning bells rang.


Sheng Mingsi lowered his head and said to her, "Happy birthday."













Chapter 243: Triggering Secrets


Regarding Zhan Chen's situation, he didn't hide anything from her.


Including the purpose behind what his mother did.


Someone who never left any troubles behind couldn't have accidentally let someone live, especially in such a tightly secured place.


It was all arranged by Sheng Qinghua.


Finding a weapon to kill Zhan Chen, eliminating this person who posed a hidden danger. Sheng Mingsi confronted his mother, and she vehemently claimed that everything was for him!


"How could I harm you! Do you know that Zhan Chen is now wanted worldwide? A country is searching for him everywhere. Keeping this person is a huge risk! How could it not have an extremely negative impact on our Sheng family consortium? I took care of the matter you couldn't handle. Did I really do something wrong?!"


"I wanted to save a life, and you killed him. You never knew what I truly wanted to do. I gave up on the family business. Mother, you are the one most suited to wield power."


Sheng Mingsi was ice-cold, his gaze coldly emphasizing, "Set me free."


Sheng Qinghua seemed to see his father for a moment—the person she brought out of the orphanage, who eventually betrayed her. Her eyes blurred. Had she really done something wrong?


Had everything been a mistake?


She swept everything off the table beside her, emotionally shouting, "Go! Just go! Don't come back anymore!"


...


After learning about everything, Jiang Chenchen couldn't help but feel even more upset.


Why was her birthday always so painful?


Zhan Chen still left.


Sheng Mingsi severed ties with his mother, something she didn't want to see.


Before leaving, she bid farewell to her friends and went to see Mrs. Sheng.


Leaving the old house, Sheng Qinghua stood by the window, looking down at the departing figure. The person who had always been proud, unwilling to bow down, now had tears overflowing from her eyes.


...


Sheng Mingsi decided to become a doctor in a small place where resources were scarce, and medical conditions were poor. He wanted to atone for his mother's sins; she had too much blood on her hands.


At the same time, he gave up on having Jiang Chenchen go with him.


"Chenchen, you haven't graduated yet. Decide how to live your life after you graduate."


Jiang Chenchen couldn't imagine living in this city without him. "Ah Si, I can't bear to be without you. I don't want to stay here alone."


"Chenchen, don't worry. I've arranged everything. You'll stay at Mingmei's house this year. She's my sister and your sister. Whenever you want to see me, just give me a call, and I'll be there immediately."


Sheng Mingsi's reassurance couldn't make her feel better. How could he appear immediately when they were so far apart?


It wasn't that she couldn't live without him; she was just afraid.


She hugged him, tears wetting his shirt. "Ah Si, you must wait for me."


After Sheng Mingsi left, Jiang Chenchen devoted herself to her studies, rarely socializing or going out.


The place she visited the most was the old house, checking on the elderly couple.


The tree in the yard had grown taller, and she often climbed to the top, looking up at the azure sky.


Just lost in thought.


Time passed minute by minute, and a year went by quickly.


On a rainy day, when she descended from the tree, she suddenly felt a strange sensation.



Stronger than any previous occurrences.


The old lady handed her an umbrella, cautioning her to be careful not to get wet in the rain.


Jiang Chenchen glanced at the old lady and asked tentatively, "Is there something buried here?"


The old lady shook her head in surprise. "No, what could be under here? Could it be those snakes again?"


The rain was too heavy.


Suppressing her doubts, Jiang Chenchen helped the old lady into the house.


When the rain stopped, she fetched a shovel, dug beneath the tree, and found a dull gray metal box buried deep. It looked inconspicuous.


Opening the box, she found only a dim and lifeless ring inside.


Like an unwanted relic.


Jiang Chenchen had never seen this object before, but it felt strangely familiar.


She picked up the ring, and as soon as it touched her finger, the ring seemed to come alive. A force flashed from it for a moment and then dimmed again.


She stared at it for a while.


Holding the ring in her palm.


The secret was hidden here, and no one else could use it except her.


Leaving the old house, she returned to school. Quickly packing her things, she took two days off and then bought a ticket to the city where Sheng Mingsi was.


After taking the train, she still had to take a bus to a remote town. After a long journey, she finally arrived.


It was a hospital in the town, and Sheng Mingsi was examining an elderly patient.


The rain was still pouring. The weather had turned chilly, and it was already dark by four in the afternoon.


Jiang Chenchen stood outside, pushing her suitcase, watching him. It had been a long time since she had seen him. The last time was during the summer vacation. He seemed to have lost weight. His skin remained cold and pale, lacking warmth.


He was seriously diagnosing the elderly person, and she was deeply engrossed in watching him.


When a nurse passed by, she glanced at Jiang Chenchen, noticed that she was soaked, and recognized her. The nurse called out to her and then shouted inside.


"Dr. Sheng, your girlfriend is here."


This was well-known gossip in the town hospital. The prestigious and handsome Dr. Sheng had a girlfriend who was equally beautiful. Their outstanding appearances made them stand out, and it was impossible not to notice when they were together.


Sheng Mingsi heard the voice and looked up at the door. When he saw Jiang Chenchen standing there, he paused for a moment. The black light in his eyes flickered slightly. He suppressed the indescribable emotions of suddenly seeing her and let her in.


Then, he draped his coat over her, whispering, "Wait for me for a while."


He handed her a hot water cup and continued with the examination.


After the elderly patient left, he closed the door, stood up, and touched Jiang Chenchen's face.


"Why did you come suddenly? You're all soaked. You might catch a cold."


Jiang Chenchen looked up at him, rubbed his palm against her face, and said gently, "Don't worry; I won't get sick. I just really, really missed you and had some news to share, so I came."


Sheng Mingsi didn't believe her when she said she wouldn't get sick. He went to get a dry towel and wiped her hair. Casually, he asked, "What news?"


"I found an item to return to my grandmother's house."


"What?"


This news made Sheng Mingsi pause in the middle of wiping her hair. There was a fleeting astonishment in his black eyes, but he quickly suppressed his emotions. He asked her, "Do you know where your grandmother's house is?"


"Yeah, as soon as I touched the item, I received all the relevant information. Although it sounds strange, I've checked related information. Beyond Earth, there are other planets and star systems."


Jiang Chenchen said as she put down the water cup and took out the ring. "Although it's unbelievable, my mother is not a human from Earth. This ring is the tool that allows me to go back."















Chapter 244: Conclusion


Although he had speculated about it, hearing her confirm it with her own words still surprised Sheng Mingsi. At the same time, an uneasy feeling began to settle within him.


"Are you leaving here?" he suddenly asked. Once she left, could she come back?


Not to a small place or a distant foreign country, but to another planet, to a civilization so far away that even current technology couldn't detect it. Once she left, only the unknown would remain.


Jiang Chenchen held the ring in her hand and brought it in front of him. "My mother said I should return to where I belong, so I want to go back for a while. But I will come back."


It was another place she considered home, and she definitely wanted to visit.


Sheng Mingsi could understand that feeling, but...


His eyes grew deeper, and he held her hand along with the ring, "It's off work. Let's go home."


They returned to the house he lived in the small town.


"Chenchen, go take a shower. I'll prepare some food, and we can talk later."


He went out to buy groceries, purchasing a variety of rich ingredients. However, when he reached the door of his home, he suddenly stopped, put away the umbrella, set down the shopping bags, and took out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket.


He had quit smoking for a year, but his emotions were complicated at the moment.


He took out a cigarette, leaned against the wall, watched the rain fall in the dark night, and let his thoughts wander with the drifting smoke.


The night was too cold.


His hands were having trouble holding the cigarette.


He discarded the cigarette in his hand.


At this moment, he made a decision as well.


As he turned to open the door, the door was pushed open. Jiang Chenchen stood in the doorway, looking at him. "Ah Si, you're back."


She had taken a shower and changed her clothes. It was cold inside the southern house, but she wasn't wearing much.


"Come in quickly; it's cold outside."


She reached out, held his hand, pulled him inside, and then brought in the shopping bags and umbrella from the door. He, however, hugged her waist from behind.


"I'll do it."


Sheng Mingsi brought in the things, closed the door, and kept the cold rain and air outside.


"The down jacket on the hanger, put it on first. I'll finish cooking soon."


He changed his shoes and went into the kitchen to get busy.


Jiang Chenchen looked at his figure, followed his words to put on his down jacket, which was warm and still carried his scent.


She gently wrapped the jacket around her and went into the kitchen to watch him.


His hands, originally cold, became even redder after washing and chopping vegetables. He was preparing a meal.


Jiang Chenchen walked over, used a handkerchief to wrap his hands, and then placed them inside her clothes. In his bewildered gaze, she tightly wrapped the jacket around herself, then looked up at him. "Ah Si, is it warm?"


Sheng Mingsi snapped out of his daze. In the warm clothes, he felt his hands returning to life, not only warming his hands but also warming the cold night in his heart.


He stared at her, his eyes deepening, and lips slightly curved. "Chenchen, I can't cook like this."


"Then, taste it here."


Jiang Chenchen said as she made his hand loop around her waist. Standing on tiptoes, she approached him and kissed his lips.


"I missed you so much."


In that fiery breath, she confessed these words.


It completely disrupted Sheng Mingsi's complex emotions.


But at this moment, he just wanted to respond to her forcefully, holding her tightly in his arms.


Outside, the rain was bustling.


Inside, the atmosphere was heated. From the kitchen to the small living room, then to the bedroom, when Sheng Mingsi pressed her down, he suddenly became a bit more sober. In the dark room, he lifted his head, looked down at her, and said, "Chenchen, let's go together to your place."


Jiang Chenchen's black hair was disheveled, the heavy coat was long gone, and the pressure in front and the previous kiss made her head a little lacking in oxygen. Hearing this, she looked at him. "Ah Si, what are you saying?"


"I said, I'll go with you to that distant planet."


Sheng Mingsi wiped away the messy hair on her forehead, dropped a kiss on her forehead, and exhaled, his black eyes becoming even deeper in the dark night.


"Let me accompany you, moving forward together with you."


Jiang Chenchen looked at him, somewhat moved. Her eyes were slightly red. "But Ah Si, will your body be able to adapt there? I don't want you to take risks with me."


She was just a mixed-blood human, unable to predict whether they could really reach that planet.


The ring was a hidden flying device, but what if an uncontrollable danger occurred?


She didn't want Sheng Mingsi to take risks with her.


However, the person in front of her moved his gaze away from her face. Lowering his head, he approached her ear, and his voice, low and magnetic, fell into her ears.


"I'm not afraid of danger; I'm only afraid of losing you."


The person in front of her shifted his gaze away from her face, lowered his head, and approached her ear. His voice, low and husky, dropped into her ears.


"I'm not afraid of danger, only afraid of losing you."


"But... ah..."


A slight pain and itch came from the tip of her ear...


Jiang Chenchen experienced a momentary numbness. When she regained her senses and wanted to dissuade him, her lips were sealed again.


Sweat dampened her tense skin.


Inquiring whispers in her ear, she softly agreed.


She was intoxicated in a dream.


...


Jiang Chenchen spent a week here.


Sheng Mingsi sorted out his affairs here and embarked on the return journey with her. Upon landing, they were met by Gu Mingmei.


"Ah Si, are you still unwilling to reconcile with Lady Sheng? That's just how she is, accustomed to being dominant, but it's all for our good. Now her health is not good; she no longer has the energy to manage the conglomerate. Are you going to watch everything from the Sheng family fall into someone else's hands?"


"Chenchen, persuade him too."


Gu Mingmei cast a helpless look at Jiang Chenchen.


Jiang Chenchen nodded at her and looked at Sheng Mingsi. "Ah Si, let's go back to the old house and talk."


"I know. I'll go back later tonight."


Sheng Mingsi understood that to go to that distant planet with Chenchen, he had to handle things here properly before he could feel more at ease leaving.


Will there be a way back?

He didn't know, but he would rather take the risk than not accompany her home.


This matter would not be known to many people.

But there must be support.


In the imperial capital, the Sheng family was the support, and this matter had to be told to his mother.


He openly revealed everything.


In the spacious and luxurious dining room, the atmosphere went from low to even lower.


Sheng Qinghua never thought that her son would be so reckless, so affectionate.


She feared that the person would take advantage of his deep affection.


But he said, "Mother, I willingly chose this."


Why was he so foolish?


Sheng Qinghua's delicate face showed signs of aging, but she was also pleased. A life without love, like hers, was dull, wrapped only in hatred. Otherwise, living seemed meaningless.


"Go, come back and manage the conglomerate well."


This was the agreed condition.


Although he liked practicing medicine, he should understand that he was very suitable for the position above the conglomerate. No one was more capable than him.


...


A few months later, Jiang Chenchen received her diploma and chose not to intern.


With Sheng Mingsi on their family's farm, on a summer night, they activated the ring and boarded the spacecraft, disappearing into the universe.


Heading to her mother's home.


Surrounded by more brilliant celestial bodies, they seemed to have fallen into an unknown dimension.


"Ah Si, are you afraid?"


Sheng Mingsi withdrew his cold gaze from outside, lips faintly curved, holding her hand. "Not afraid. With you by my side, I fear nothing."


"Is this too juvenile?"


"...No."


"It must be!"


After a moment of silence.


"But I'm very happy."


"So am I."


...


...


Three months later!


On the agreed day.


They finally returned.


"If I didn't lie to them that I'm pregnant, I wouldn't have been able to come back. That was close."


Jiang Chenchen stored the spacecraft, put away the ring. Perhaps she wouldn't go back again because her home was here.


Sheng Mingsi tidied her hair, blown into disarray by the wind on this night. Lowering his head, he looked at her. "Let's treat the lie as the truth."


"Ah?"


"And marry me."


Sheng Mingsi knelt on one knee, took out a small box from his pocket, opened it, and a beautiful ring caught her eye.


Under the moonlight and starlight, it looked even more dazzling.


Surprised, Jiang Chenchen approached. "Wow, it's the Milky Way! How did you get it? Isn't it an exhibition piece not for sale?"


"Only it is worthy of you."


Sheng Mingsi, if he wanted it, he could find a way to get it. Perhaps this was the business acumen and capability his mother talked about. Even on their planet, they could survive effortlessly.


"So, Chenchen, do you agree?"


"Yeah!"


Jiang Chenchen's eyes sparkled, nodding vigorously.


She reached out, and Sheng Mingsi stood up, taking her hand. With utmost solemnity, he placed the ring symbolizing eternity on her finger—the Milky Way.


...


End of the main plot














Chapter 245: Extra


Six months later.


The day Jiang Chenchen and Sheng Mingsi got married became a sensational event within the upper circles. However, they didn't invite many people, only close friends, and refused any media coverage.


Jiang Chenchen wore a specially tailored wedding dress, with the chest wound repaired to a minimum. On that day, she was the most beautiful bride.


Sheng Mingsi stood on the platform, step by step watching the woman walking towards him. The light behind her highlighted her smile, so bright and charming, delicate and lovely.


His eyes were deep, a faint smile on his lips. Suppressing the joy in his heart, he moved forward and reached out to hold her hand.


Serious and cautious.


In front of family and friends, they made promises to each other.


To deeply love each other forever, regardless of life or death.


The vow's kiss lasted a long time.


Below, there was enthusiastic applause filled with envy.


This time, the bridesmaids and groomsmen were also outstanding. Xia Changli, Bai Junwen, and Feng Xiaozhi, three girls, aside from Bai Junwen's social anxiety, were not very talkative. Feng Xiaozhi was the wildest.


When the bride's bouquet was thrown, she caught it first.


Holding the flowers, she looked at Qin Yansheng, one of the groomsmen. However, he averted his gaze.


Feng Xiaozhi stomped her foot in frustration, walked over with the bouquet, and handed it to Ye Xi, who was standing aside, right in front of Qin Yansheng.


Qin Yansheng frowned slightly, seeming indifferent.


Ye Xi seemed to be enjoying the show, very cooperative. The two walked aside, and he teased her, "I said Xiaozhi, are you still not giving up?"


"I am willing, what's it to you!"


Feng Xiaozhi suddenly walked away a bit, lifted her chin, and said, "I declare in advance, I don't like you!"


"Mutual feelings, I'm not interested in women either." Ye Xi plucked a petal from the bouquet of roses in his hand, suddenly remembered something, and laughed.


Seeing this, Feng Xiaozhi had an epiphany, "Oh~ I see. Heard you were heartbroken by a woman, went abroad, and hooked up with foreign hunks?"


"Get lost! What foreign hunks?" Ye Xi snorted, "Do I look like a loser to you?"


"Tsk tsk, got it."


"You understand nothing!"


While they bantered, on the other side, Qin Yansheng took a glance, then averted his gaze. This reaction was seen by the cold and clear Qin Chi.


"Do you need a drink?" he said.


Qin Yansheng came back to his senses, smiled casually, and said, "Not necessary."


"It's not good to go against your true feelings."


Qin Yansheng paused, and from when did he always treat her as an immature child? He felt a headache at the straightforward pursuit. When did this little girl change? She seemed different now, but the obstacle in his heart couldn't be crossed. They were too far apart.


Suppressing his thoughts, he looked at the elegant and noble Qin Chi beside him and the little girl next to him.


"What about you?"



Asking about her mother was a taboo topic, and he approached it delicately.


Qin Chi's cold gaze paused for a moment, and he looked to the side. "She's no longer here."


The conversation abruptly came to a halt.


It could be a sad story if elaborated, but there was no regret medicine in this world. Once something was lost, it was lost.


Everyone's happiness was different, and some people might be inherently unable to find happiness.


Qin Yansheng contemplated for a long time. Perhaps breaking through the obstacles in his heart and doing something wasn't as difficult as he thought.


Taking a deep breath, he walked towards Feng Xiaozhi.


...


Xia Changli watched as Chenchen stepped into happiness step by step and inexplicably shed tears.


Such a beautiful and pure person deserved the best love.


As for herself, she couldn't love anymore in this lifetime. Zhao Han was just an accident in her life. As people grew up and matured, things would change.


Moreover, love back then was too exhausting.


She was afraid.


But she never expected that one afternoon, she would see Zhao Han, holding flowers, with his short haircut, appearing before her.


"Changli, this is my business card."


A completely new and mature him.


...


...


...


After marriage, Jiang Chenchen was happy and sweet. Occasionally, she would visit her brother's grave, the one who had provided shelter and care during her ignorant and confused years.


For her brother, Zhan Chen.


During those few years, she prayed sincerely:


May he find happiness in his next life.


...


The End.







***Finally able to finish this novel😌 this novel was rushed by the writer there's some storyline that was not concluded