newbobooks Chapter 559 Jiang Ciyou's Struggle and Confusion
Chapter 559 Jiang Ciyou's Struggle and Confusion
Jiang Ciyou ran to an empty room, slammed the door shut, and leaned against it, breathing heavily. Her heart was beating so hard that it seemed to burst out of her chest. It was so quiet that she could only hear her own rapid breathing, but in her mind it was as if thousands of troops were galloping.
She slowly squatted down, holding her head with both hands, her thoughts spreading like a wild horse. She thought of every bit of her time with Lu Jingchen, and those beautiful memories were like sharp knives, piercing her heart. In the early morning at the seaside, the feeling of the warm sunshine on her body seemed to still be there, and the picture of Lu Jingchen jumping into the sea in a funny way was so clear, and the splashes of water he made looked like countless dazzling diamonds in the sun. He smiled at her wetly, and then pulled her to play in the sea. The salty taste of the sea water, Lu Jingchen's hearty laughter, and the joy of them splashing water on each other, all of this was just like yesterday. And in the high-end restaurant, he secretly hid the dessert like a naughty child, and when he took out the dessert from behind like a magic trick, the light flashing in his eyes was full of love and pampering. At that time, they really only had each other in their eyes, as if the whole world only had the two of them, without worries, and without external interference.
However, the current situation is so complicated. She knows that she still has feelings for Lu Jingchen. That feeling is like a seed buried deep in her heart. Even after going through wind and rain, it still exists tenaciously. However, she is afraid of being hurt again. The betrayal in the past has built a high wall in her heart, and she dare not let down her guard easily. Moreover, she is no longer the carefree self she was before. She has experienced too much, and after getting back together with her husband, she feels the helplessness and bitterness of life. She is afraid that if she is with Lu Jingchen again, she will face more rumors and unknown difficulties. She doesn't know if she has enough courage and strength to face all this, and whether she can bear the consequences of being with Lu Jingchen again.
She recalled the contemptuous looks and whispers of the noble ladies at the banquet just now, and those words were like thorns piercing her heart. "Look, that's Jiang Ciyou. I heard that she had kept a gigolo before." "Really? How could such a woman come to such a high-end banquet?" These voices kept echoing in her mind, making her feel extremely ashamed and self-blame. She felt like a clown under the spotlight, being judged by everyone. She didn't know if such public pressure would be more serious if she got back together with Lu Jingchen, and whether it would affect Lu Jingchen's reputation and life. After all, he is now the son of the richest man, with such a prominent status, and being with her will inevitably attract more attention and controversy.
Her tears could not stop flowing, wetting her cheeks and clothes. She felt as if she had fallen into a dark abyss and could not find a way out. She didn't know how to choose? Should she boldly follow her heart and start over with Lu Jingchen, or should she continue to maintain this loveless marriage with her husband in order to avoid more trouble? She was struggling painfully in her heart, and every choice was like a double-edged sword, leaving her in a dilemma.
Lu Jingchen's worries and determination
Lu Jingchen stood there, looking in the direction where Jiang Ciyou left, his eyes full of worry. His heart seemed to be tightly grasped by an invisible big hand, and every beat was accompanied by pain. He knew that he was a little impulsive just now. The moment he saw Jiang Ciyou, all his rationality seemed to be thrown out of the window. He just couldn't stand seeing her uncomfortable around her husband, and couldn't stand the seemingly close but actually distant relationship between them.
He thought of the days after Jiang Ciyou left. Those were the darkest times in his life. He was like a walking corpse every day, drinking and smoking, trying to numb his pain. He often sat alone in the dark late at night, recalling every moment with Jiang Ciyou. Those beautiful memories became the cruelest torture at that time. Whenever he thought of them, his heart felt like it was torn apart. He had called out Jiang Ciyou's name countless times when he was drunk, hoping that she would come back to him, but every time he woke up, he faced endless emptiness and loneliness.
He knew that Jiang Ciyou was not only a lover to him, but also a part of his life. Her departure made his world colorless, and without her, everything lost its meaning. So when he saw her again, he couldn't control his emotions. He just wanted to pull her back to him and tell her how much he loved her and how much he needed her.
However, he also realized that his impulsiveness might cause more trouble to Jiang Ciyou. He saw the hesitation and fear in her eyes, and he knew that she had many concerns. He secretly blamed himself and felt that he should be calmer and handle this matter more rationally. He couldn't let Jiang Ciyou get hurt again, and couldn't push her further away because of his recklessness.
He decided to find an opportunity to have a good talk with Jiang Ciyou and sort out all the problems. He wanted to tell her that he didn't care about the rumors and the difference in status. He only cared about her, and he was willing to face any difficulties and challenges as long as he could be with her. He began to plan in his mind how to communicate with Jiang Ciyou and how to eliminate her concerns. He knew it would not be an easy thing, but he was ready. For their love, he was willing to give everything.
He thought of the places they had been to together, those corners full of memories. Maybe he could take her there and let her feel the feelings between them again. He also thought about showing her that he had changed. He was no longer the playboy who only knew how to have fun, but a person who was able to protect her and bring her happiness. He wanted to make her believe that their love could overcome everything.
Jiang Ciyou's husband's conspiracy and calculation
Jiang Ciyou's husband stamped his feet in anger, his face was livid, and his eyes were burning with jealous anger. He looked at Lu Jingchen and wanted to rush up and tear him into pieces. He couldn't stand his wife hugging another man in front of him, which was a great insult to him.
He began to think about how to destroy the relationship between Lu Jingchen and Jiang Ciyou. He thought that as long as he could make Lu Jingchen look bad in front of Jiang Ciyou, he might be able to win back Jiang Ciyou's heart. He knew that Lu Jingchen was now the son of the richest man and had a high status, but he believed that no one was perfect and he would definitely find something to hold against Lu Jingchen.
The first thing he thought of was to use the power of public opinion. He could spread some negative news about Lu Jingchen at the banquet, such as his past relationship with Jiang Ciyou, to exaggerate the matter. He believed that at such high-end banquets, people's favorite thing was gossip, and once the news spread, it would inevitably cause an uproar. In this way, Lu Jingchen's image would be damaged, and Jiang Ciyou might stay away from him because of the pressure of public opinion.
He also thought of starting from the business aspect. He knew that Lu Jingchen also had a certain influence in business, but he also had his own connections and resources. He could do some small things behind the scenes, such as destroying Lu Jingchen's business cooperation and causing him to suffer setbacks in business. He felt that when Jiang Ciyou saw that Lu Jingchen was no longer as glorious as before, he might lose confidence in him.
In addition, he also planned to start with the people around Jiang Ciyou. He could find opportunities to contact Jiang Ciyou's friends and family, instill some negative thoughts about Lu Jingchen in them, and let them persuade Jiang Ciyou to leave Lu Jingchen. He felt that the opinions of people around him often had a great influence on a person's decision.
He looked for opportunities at the banquet, observing the people and things around him, ready to trip up Lu Jingchen. His eyes revealed a sinister and cunning look. He was overwhelmed by jealousy and anger, and completely ignored the consequences of his actions. He only wanted to take Jiang Ciyou back, no matter what method he used, even if it hurt others.
At this banquet full of complex emotions and interests, the three people each have different thoughts. Their fates seem to be intertwined at this moment, and the future is full of unknowns and variables. Every decision may change the trajectory of their lives, and they are all working hard for their goals, but they don't know what the final result will be, whether it will be the victory of love, the success of conspiracy, or falling into deeper pain and confusion.
Jiang Ciyou cried silently in the room, her heart struggling painfully. She didn't know if she could get out of this fog and find her own happiness. Lu Jingchen was thinking about how to save his love, his eyes were full of determination and determination. Jiang Ciyou's husband was plotting in the dark, his heart full of jealousy and resentment. This banquet was like a huge stage, they were the protagonists on the stage, and the audience below were watching them, waiting for the further development of the plot.
At this time, other people at the banquet were also quietly discussing their own affairs. Those seemingly insignificant gossips, like the butterfly effect, may have an unexpected impact on the entire situation. Behind this seemingly lively and prosperous scene, there are countless complex emotions and unknown variables, just like undercurrents surging under the calm sea surface, which may set off stormy waves at any time.
Jiang Ciyou's mind kept replaying scenes from the past and the present. She recalled every detail of her and her husband's past, and those memories now seemed so false. She once thought she had found happiness, but the betrayal on the wedding night made her world collapse. Although the time she spent with Lu Jingchen was full of happiness, it was also accompanied by pain and helplessness. She didn't know if she could still believe in love, and if she still had the courage to pursue true happiness.
Lu Jingchen shuttled through the crowd. He seemed calm, but his heart was turbulent. He was looking for the right opportunity. He knew he couldn't let Jiang Ciyou slip away from him. His eyes were firmly in the direction where Jiang Ciyou left, as if in that dark corner, the most important thing in his life was waiting for him.
Jiang Ciyou's husband was talking to some people, with a fake smile on his face, but his eyes revealed an unusual look. He was using these people to collect information about Lu Jingchen, and he would not miss any opportunity that might be beneficial to him. He had only one thought in his mind, which was to destroy the relationship between Lu Jingchen and Jiang Ciyou? Dramatically?? Get back at Jiang Ciyou.
In this dramatic night, the gears of fate kept turning, and the three of them were caught in the vortex of emotions and interests, unable to extricate themselves. Their every move and every decision affected each other's fate, but the final outcome was like a fog, making it impossible to predict.
Jiang Ciyou wiped away her tears, stood up and walked to the window. She looked out at the night and vowed in her heart that she could not escape like this any longer. She had to bravely face her heart and this complicated situation. She knew that no matter which path she chose, it would not be smooth sailing, but she was ready to meet the upcoming challenges.
Lu Jingchen found a quiet corner at the banquet, he sat down and thought quietly. He was organizing his thoughts and preparing to face Jiang Ciyou in the best condition. He knew that this might be their last chance, and if he missed it, he might lose her forever. He couldn't let this happen, he had to fight for their love.
Jiang Ciyou's husband saw Lu Jingchen sitting in the corner, and a sinister smile appeared on his face. He felt that the opportunity had come, and he began to walk towards Lu Jingchen, thinking about how to give Lu Jingchen a warning at this time and make him look bad in front of everyone. His steps seemed calm, but every step was full of malice. He had fallen into his own conspiracy and could not see the possible consequences of his actions.
On this night full of changes, the story continues, and the fates of the three people are constantly intertwining and colliding. Where they will go is still unknown.