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During their four years of college, Xu Zhilu and Shen Siyan led very different lives.

From the moment they entered school, the two of them seemed like a perfect match.

Xu Zhilu preferred not to be too high-profile, but Shen Siyan didn’t hold back. He began announcing he had a girlfriend during military training.

This made all the girls who were interested in him back off.

But after a while, it became apparent that Shen Siyan’s girlfriend rarely appeared, and many people with ulterior motives began to approach him boldly.

On one occasion, a girl confessed her love to Shen Siyan right in front of Xu Zhilu.

Shen Siyan glanced at Xu Zhilu, his eyelids twitching, and pointedly asked, “Do you know that my girlfriend is behind you?”

The girl turned around and saw Xu Zhilu, who was known as the cutest campus beauty.

Shen Siyan smiled lazily, confident and assertive. “My girlfriend is very protective and won’t let me talk to other girls, so don’t try this again.”

After saying this, he walked toward Xu Zhilu and took her hand, but she pushed him away.

Shen Siyan wasn’t angry and patiently coaxed her.

“Have you been waiting long?”

Xu Zhilu walked forward, and he followed behind.

This scene quickly spread among their classmates.

Shen Siyan was handsome, but his girlfriend was known to be fierce and protective.

For a time, Xu Zhilu became famous on campus.

After that, they no longer dated in secret.

The two were open about their relationship, and it was common to see them together almost every day.

Xu Zhilu had to work, and Shen Siyan would often come to her workplace after class to wait for her.

He didn’t rush or get impatient; he just worked on his computer while he waited.

Despite their busy schedules, they remained close.

As time went on, classmates realized that their relationship was solid and no longer entertained any doubts.

Of course, there were various rumors.

During his junior year, Shen Siyan was particularly busy.

His career was developing better than in his previous life, and he became busier.

This meant that he and Xu Zhilu didn’t appear together as often, leading to speculation among classmates about whether they had broken up.

Xu Zhilu found it quite amusing. If they were no longer together, it would be considered a breakup.

But she was busy and didn’t pay much attention to these rumors.

Contrary to that, upon hearing the rumors, Shen Siyan hurried back to school and asked Xu Zhilu to walk around the campus with him, proving the rumors wrong.

Xu Zhilu found Shen Siyan’s actions childish but endearing. This kind of childishness was something she liked.

In their senior year, both had to do internships.

Worried about her, Shen Siyan personally dropped Xu Zhilu off at the company in the morning.

Before leaving, he reminded her, “If you’re not happy with it, don’t do it.”

Xu Zhilu was speechless. “You can’t be so willful.”

Shen Siyan raised his eyebrows. “I asked you to come work at my company as the boss’s wife, but you didn’t. How is that being willful?”

“…”

Xu Zhilu choked and said helplessly, “Your company is too small. I want to be the boss lady of a big company.”

She muttered, “Besides, we’re not married yet.”

Shen Siyan checked the time. “Why does time pass so slowly? Why is the legal age 22?”

Xu Zhilu: “…You should ask that question.”

Shen Siyan smiled, pinched her palm, and said, “You need to remember that you have a background.”

Xu Zhilu understood what he meant and smiled silently. “Okay, I understand.”

She looked at Shen Siyan and said, “Don’t worry, I can handle it.”

Shen Siyan nodded.

The first day of the internship went more smoothly than Xu Zhilu had imagined.

After four years of college, even though she hadn’t acquired any special skills, she was no longer too nervous about communicating with people or keeping everything to herself.

Her expression improved.

Xu Zhilu’s personality had gradually changed, though she could still be a bit timid at times. But this was her nature, and she couldn’t change it much.

As they entered the internship stage, their lives became increasingly busy.

Xu Zhilu worked at a different company, while Shen Siyan continued at his own, which was growing more successful, making him busier. In their senior year, they started living together. Although they had occasionally lived together before, Shen Siyan had always been very polite to Xu Zhilu, and their relationship remained platonic.

Despite what some might believe, their relationship had remained platonic. Xu Zhilu didn’t mind this. She understood Shen Siyan’s recent behavior better than anyone. He had never crossed the line, probably to make her feel safe or for some other reason.

Life went on.

Sometimes, Xu Zhilu would be so busy that she worked late into the night. When she walked out of the company, she would often see a familiar car parked nearby.

After getting in the car, Shen Siyan would slowly turn off his computer, turn around, kiss the corner of her mouth, fasten her seatbelt, and drive her home.

Xu Zhilu had told him several times that he didn’t need to pick her up in person, but Shen Siyan always disagreed.

“It’s too late. Do you have a meeting tomorrow?”

Shen Siyan nodded. “Yes.”

Xu Zhilu frowned. “In the future, when I work late, don’t come to pick me up. I can just take a taxi.”

Shen Siyan raised his eyebrows. “I’m your boyfriend. If I don’t pick you up, who will?”

Xu Zhilu was speechless. “It’s the same if you take a taxi.”

“Not the same.”

Shen Siyan said calmly, “I might be able to relax during the day, but not in the evening.”

He looked at Xu Zhilu and asked softly, “Do you remember the news about a young girl who was killed while taking a taxi?”

Xu Zhilu: “…”

She laughed. “It’s not that serious.”

“It’s better to be cautious.”

Shen Siyan looked at her. “We’re usually busy with our own things. Picking you up from work is a chance for us to spend time together.”

Xu Zhilu listened and curled her lips. “Okay.”

She laughed. “It’s up to you.”

Shen Siyan said, “If I really can’t handle it, I’ll let you know. Don’t worry.”

“Good.”

Xu Zhilu looked at him, was silent for a few seconds, and said, “Shen Siyan.”

“Um?”

Shen Siyan focused on the road.

Xu Zhilu thought about it, shook her head, and said, “Nothing, I just wanted to call you.”

Shen Siyan paused and chuckled. “Okay.”

When they got home, Xu Zhilu went to take a shower.

Shen Siyan asked, “Are you hungry?”

“A little bit.”

“Then I’ll make you some noodles.”

“Good.”

Shen Siyan had learned a lot in the past few years, including how to cook.

Xu Zhilu didn’t know how to praise him. Compared to before, his transformation was significant.

They were both moving towards a better future.

Of course, they still argued sometimes.

Usually, when Xu Zhilu was upset and had a little temper, Shen Siyan wouldn’t argue with her.

Occasionally, when she was really angry, he would go to the study and stay there for the night. The next morning, they would have breakfast together harmoniously, and he would still send her to work.

Sometimes, Xu Zhilu felt she had gone a little too far.

But it seemed there was no way to change it.

This was her personality. She would try her best to change her bad habits, but no one is perfect.

Xu Zhilu often got angry when Shen Siyan drank.

His stomach wasn’t very good, but he had to drink when discussing business, especially since they were just starting a small company.

The boss often works harder than ordinary employees.

When Xu Zhilu came out of the shower, the noodles were ready.

Two bowls.

She took a look and praised, “Your cooking skills are getting better and better.”

Shen Siyan looked at her and said, “Eat, then go to sleep.”

“Um.”

Xu Zhilu lowered her head and took a few bites. After a moment, she said, “I suddenly feel that this kind of life is good.”

Shen Siyan was startled. “Why are you so emotional?”

Xu Zhilu shook her head and looked at him. “I don’t know. I just wanted to express my feelings.”

Shen Siyan smiled. “It will get better and better.”

Xu Zhilu nodded.

After eating, Xu Zhilu urged Shen Siyan to take a shower and wash the dishes herself.

They lay on the bed. Xu Zhilu smelled his scent, was silent for a few seconds, and said, “There are still more than ten days.”

“What?”

“Your birthday.”

Shen Siyan was surprised, lowered his head, kissed the corner of her lips, and asked in a deep voice, “Are you going to get the certificate?”

Xu Zhilu smiled. “Okay.”

There was no need for any formal rituals between them. Many emotions and thoughts could be expressed through their eyes.

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In the blink of an eye, it was Shen Siyan’s birthday.

Xu Zhilu initially wanted to celebrate it, but Shen Siyan pulled her out of bed early in the morning and told her he was taking her somewhere.

Xu Zhilu, still sleepy, followed him without getting dressed.

When they arrived at the airport, she realized belatedly, “Where are we going?”

“To have fun.”

Xu Zhilu: “…”

Shen Siyan looked at her. “Didn’t you say you wanted to go to Disneyland before?”

Xu Zhilu blinks. “We’re going now?”

Shen Siyan nodded. “Isn’t it obvious?”

Xu Zhilu was speechless, then laughed. “Let’s go then.”

They left right away.

It wasn’t too late when they arrived.

They entered the park smoothly. Xu Zhilu had wanted to come before, but they had been too busy.

The two of them spent the whole day there, enjoying themselves.

In the evening, Shen Siyan booked a room in the garden.

Xu Zhilu was a little tired after playing all day. She leaned on Shen Siyan’s shoulder, feeling as if she had no bones.

Shen Siyan smiled. “Are you sleepy?”

“A little bit,” Xu Zhilu yawned. “Playing is really tiring.”

Shen Siyan nodded. “That’s right.”

He lowered his head and looked at Xu Zhilu. “Close your eyes first?”

“Huh?”

Before she could react, Shen Siyan covered her eyes.

Xu Zhilu was startled when she heard the door open. Shen Siyan gently pulled her forward.

Vaguely, she had an idea of what Shen Siyan might be planning. Her heart raced, and she felt a bit overwhelmed.

Suddenly, Shen Siyan stopped.

He leaned in from behind and whispered, “Originally, I wanted to invite a lot of friends over, but I realized you didn’t seem to like doing things with a crowd.”

He paused and adjusted his position. “So, it’s just the two of us.”

He removed his hands from covering her eyes. When Xu Zhilu opened her eyes, she saw Shen Siyan kneeling on one knee, looking up at her.

“Thank you for giving me another chance.”

He said, “Marry me, please. I want to spend this life with you.”

There were no grandiose words, but that one sentence was enough.

They simply wanted to be together and love each other in every lifetime.

Xu Zhilu nodded.

“Okay.” The scene and moment she had imagined countless times finally came true.

In fact, this was not only Shen Siyan’s dream but also hers.

…

That night, Xu Zhilu’s sleepiness vanished. All night, she couldn’t stop looking at the ring on her finger.

“Your ring… do you have any money left after buying it?”

Shen Siyan smiled softly. “Just support me.”

He added, “I earned it over the past few years.”

Xu Zhilu was silent for a few seconds, then said softly, “Isn’t that a bit of a waste?”

“No waste.”

Shen Siyan hugged her and said, “When I have more money, I’ll buy you a bigger one.”

Xu Zhilu laughed. “Okay.”

She said softly, “It’s not important.”

Shen Siyan understood and kissed her lips. “Go to sleep.”

Xu Zhilu responded.

Shen Siyan suddenly spoke again, “Let’s go back tomorrow and get the certificate.”

“…” Xu Zhilu didn’t refuse. She kissed the corner of his lips and said, “Okay. Since I don’t have a birthday present for you, I’ll marry you instead.”

Shen Siyan held her hand tightly and said in a hoarse voice, “Okay.”

The next morning, they went back without delay. They arrived at the Civil Affairs Bureau early.

The procedure was quick. When they received their marriage certificates, they looked at each other.

Xu Zhilu thought for a moment and asked, “Are you scared?”

Shen Siyan shook his head. “When I’m with you, it doesn’t matter what happens.”

This time, they returned home safely from the Civil Affairs Bureau.

No unfortunate events occurred between them.

No one can predict the future. But they were indeed fortunate. They would continue to get better and better. He would accompany and love her for the rest of his life, and so would she.

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