vrcanaries Chapter 90 Waiting for Next Autumn
Chapter 90 Waiting for Next Autumn
Fifteen-year-old Shen Xi came across this sentence while reading a book—
"I long for someone to love me fiercely until death, understanding that love is as powerful as death."
Back then, she would often wonder, could anyone really love like that?
I want your love openly and generously; I want your special favor.
……
Jiang Ci listened to Shen Xi's views on love with a gentle expression and soft eyes; he was undoubtedly a good listener.
But Jiang Ci wanted to be much more than just a listener. After hearing Shen Xi finish speaking, he chuckled softly.
His voice was gentle and warm, his tone calm and measured as he spoke.
“Xixi, there’s one point of view that I disagree with you on. I don’t think you were a conflicted girl back then. Everyone has the right to pursue happiness; it’s only human nature.”
Then, he abruptly changed the subject, his tone languid, his eyes arrogant and unrestrained.
"But with me, you don't need that; I can pursue you forever."
Jiang Ci's love for Shen Xi was always passionate and open; he never hid it, his love was proud, straightforward, and sincere.
Shen Xi, sitting on the white velvet blanket, had her head down and her eyes were a little red. She saw Jiang Ci sitting with his knees bent, maintaining the same posture as her. This wasn't the first time Shen Xi had noticed that when Jiang Ci sat down with her, his body angle would always subconsciously tilt towards her.
Shen Xi felt Jiang Ci's burning gaze upon her, and an untimely, colloquial saying came to mind.
"Woman, what's wrong? Are you afraid of my love?"
She lowered her head and chuckled, then looked up at the noble-looking man and gently punched Jiang Ci's shoulder.
"How cheesy! Who taught you to talk like that?"
Jiang Ci leaned back slightly, his hand behind his head, glancing sideways at the woman who was alternating between crying and laughing. He spoke with a touch of boyish charm and a nonchalant tone.
"Probably... self-taught."
Shen Xi looked up, her beautiful and lively eyes staring at the man for a long time before tilting her head.
I used to think that freedom was without love, but now I think that love can give people a new life.
Shen Xi's fine eyelashes fluttered involuntarily. This man had broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and abs. His face was also incomparably handsome. She was definitely not disappointed.
Jiang Ci sat there, openly letting Shen Xi stare at him. Every time she met his gaze, Jiang Ci would wink at her.
Shen Xi propped her head up and thought for a moment. When she looked up, her tone was gentle and calm, and her voice was soft.
"Jiang Ci, let's get married next autumn."
Jiang Ci was stunned for a moment. A violent light flashed in his eyes, which were filled with disbelief. A look of bewilderment, which had never appeared before, also emerged in his deep eyes.
At that moment, he seemed to hear the sound of withered branches in his heart being watered and instantly revived, the new green branches winding themselves up and sweeping across the man's heart, which had once been on the verge of despair.
His heart was pounding, his blood was rushing through his body, and he felt dizzy for a moment.
Jiang Ci's eyes were red-rimmed, the corners of his eyes upturned, his features striking. He choked up for a moment, then took a breath.
"Shen Xi, you said this yourself, you can't lie to me anymore, I believe you."
Shen Xi touched his reddened eyes and said earnestly,
"No, I wouldn't lie to you. I, Shen Xi, always keep my word. Once I open my mouth, I never go back on it."
Jiang Ci's smile was beautiful, unlike his usual gentle and refined smile. Instead, it was a pure, youthful smile, unrestrained and flamboyant, with handsome features.
He happily raised his arm, picked up Shen Xi, and held her tightly in his arms, spinning her around several times.
What are you doing? People are watching!
Shen Xi punched his firm chest muscles in embarrassment and annoyance.
Butler Li, with his eyes closed and hands behind his back, calmly turned around. The expression on his face immediately changed, and he smiled broadly.
The maids who were doing the work also secretly covered their mouths and laughed.
Everyone seems to be happy today.
Jiang Ci whispered in Shen Xi's ear, his voice low and deep.
"My dear lady, don't be shy, lift your head and look at me."
Shen Xi looked up at the man's face, puzzled, and asked, "Is there anything different?"
Jiang Ci said in a serious tone, "Of course it's different. From now on, please call me Shen Jiangshi."
"Hahahaha, I've discovered that you can be surprisingly funny in a serious way sometimes."
Inside the lobby, a couple deeply in love created a passionate atmosphere, while outside, Butler Li looked up at the twinkling stars in the sky.
Today is a good day.
……
When everyone returned to their rooms at night,
As was her usual practice, Jiang Ci went to check on her child's room before going to bed.
Xiao Jiangdu was sitting upright on the large mecha in the room, assembling something, with tools in his two little hands. He looked more professional than the mechanic.
When Xiaoman saw her father arrive, she immediately slid down smoothly, looked at him innocently, and called out in a sweet, soft voice,
"Dad~"
It sounds like she's being coquettish.
Although Jiang Ci is usually very gentle with his son and can be considered a loving father, he can be very strict in some aspects, such as changing his habit of climbing high models, which would be very dangerous if he fell.
Jiang Ci once flew into a rage because his child almost fell, and the little guy still remembers how fierce his father looked when he got angry.
But today, Xiaojiangdu noticed that there seemed to be a missing piece on the model, and after trying to resist the urge to fill in the gap, he couldn't resist the urge.
As soon as I climbed up, my dad arrived.
Oh my god, I'm doomed today, Xiaoman!
Xiaoman covered her eyes with both hands, secretly peeking at her father through a crack, feeling uneasy inside.
He covered his face and whispered, tugging at his father's clothes, "The model is broken; there's a gap. I wanted to piece it back together with other parts."
Jiang Ci was in a good mood today. He looked at the model and confirmed that the gap was still there, but he didn't really blame the child.
A slight smile still lingered in his eyes as he looked at the child and explained, his voice gentle.
"It's okay, I'll put it back together in a bit. I can't climb up there again."
The little boy lowered his hands from his face, puzzled, and looked up at the tall man. "Dad isn't angry today?"
Xiao Jiangdu considered for a moment before speaking.
"Dad, is there something good happening today?"
Jiang Ci immediately agreed and began to speak.
"There is indeed some good news."
The little guy was very enthusiastic, asking, "What's the good news?"
Jiang Ci gently patted the back of the child's head, her smile tender, her voice soft.
My wife proposed to me today.
The little guy reacted for a moment, then looked at his father with delight. He nestled against his father's chest, his voice soft and delicate.
"Dad, congratulations!"
Jiang Ci received his first blessing of the day. He was as gentle as a spring breeze, his demeanor soft and warm, devoid of his usual sharp and imposing aura.
"Happy together."
Little Jiangdu leaned closer to his father and asked, "Can I be Mommy's flower girl then?"
Jiang Ci smiled and said, "Of course."