Rebirth of Love: Jiang Ciyou's Counterattack Legend

As night fell and the lights came on, the whole city was enveloped in a dazzling array of lights, like a dreamland. Outside the most luxurious hotel in the city center, the red carpet stretched out, and luxury cars drove by one after another. All the people getting out of the cars were celebrities from all walks of life dressed in gorgeous clothes and with extraordinary temperament. The light from the crystal chandelier illuminated the hotel lobby, reflecting on the marble floor, sparkling, as if telling the extraordinary nature of this charity auction night.

Jiang Ciyou took Lu Jingchen's arm and walked into the venue. She was wearing a long dark blue velvet dress that dragged on the ground. The hem of her dress swayed gently with her steps, like the Milky Way flowing in the quiet night sky. The tiny diamonds inlaid on her dress sparkled under the lights, just like stars, making her graceful figure even more charming. The slim design perfectly outlined her slender waist, and her exposed shoulders and elegant swan neck exuded a noble and charming atmosphere. Her long hair was tied into an exquisite bun, and a few strands of hair fell beside her fair cheeks, adding a touch of gentle charm. Lu Jingchen was wearing a custom-made black suit, which was well-cut and perfectly fit his broad shoulders and tall figure, making him look more majestic. A simple and exquisite sapphire tie clip was tied on the collar of his white shirt, echoing Jiang Ciyou's dress, and his every move showed elegance and calmness.

The venue was already crowded with people, and laughter and joy intertwined into a lively movement. Elites from all walks of life held champagne and gathered in groups of three or four to talk, either discussing the latest business trends or sharing their experiences in charity projects. As Jiang Ciyou and Lu Jingchen walked along, people came forward to say hello from time to time. They smiled and responded one by one, with kindness and cordiality in their eyes.

Not far away, a famous entrepreneur came over with his wife and said with a smile on his face: "Mr. Lu, Mr. Jiang, long time no see! With the two of you here to host today's charity auction, we will definitely raise a lot of money." Lu Jingchen nodded slightly and responded politely: "Mr. Chen, you are too kind. Charity is our common responsibility, and we are just doing our part." Jiang Ciyou also smiled and agreed: "Yes, I hope I can help more people in need tonight." After a few words of greeting, everyone dispersed.

As the auction was about to begin, the crowd gradually gathered in front of the stage. On the stage, a huge screen played a series of introduction videos of charity projects. The eyes of children in poor areas who were eager for knowledge and the pictures of patients fighting the disease tenaciously deeply touched the hearts of everyone present. Jiang Ciyou always stared at the screen intently, with pity and determination in her eyes. These pictures reminded her of the hardships she had gone through, and also strengthened her determination to devote herself to charity. Lu Jingchen gently held her hand, as if giving her strength. The two smiled at each other, and everything was said without words.

The auctioneer, wearing a black tuxedo, walked briskly onto the stage, the gavel in his hand gleaming with metallic luster under the lights. He cleared his throat and began with an infectious voice: "Dear guests, tonight, we gather here to contribute to charity. Behind every auction item, there is a hope. I hope everyone will bid enthusiastically to spread love further!"

The auction officially began. The first lot was an oil painting by a famous contemporary painter. The painting depicted a vibrant sea of ​​spring flowers, colorful and delicate, which attracted many people in the audience to raise their placards. Bidding sounded one after another, and the price soared all the way, and finally it was sold at a staggeringly high price. Jiang Ciyou and Lu Jingchen also participated in the bidding for several items. They were generous and each time they raised their placards, they were full of sincerity to contribute to charity.

It was the turn of Lu Jingchen to donate a limited edition antique watch that he had collected for many years. This watch is the pinnacle of watchmaking craftsmanship. The dial uses a rare blue enamel craftsmanship, and the hands are slender and delicate, moving slowly on the dial, as if telling the story of the years. The case is made of pure gold, and the edges are engraved with exquisite patterns. Every detail shows luxury and nobility. It is not only a timekeeping tool, but also a work of art, carrying Lu Jingchen's years of cherishment.

When the auctioneer displayed the antique watch in front of the audience and introduced its origin and unique features in detail, there was a burst of exclamations from the audience. The lights focused on the watch, making it even more dazzling, like a shining pearl on the stage.

"The starting price is five million!" the auctioneer announced loudly. As soon as the words fell, many people in the audience raised their placards.

"Six million!" A collector wearing glasses and with an elegant temperament was the first to bid.

"Six and a half million!" A lady in a gorgeous cheongsam was not to be outdone and immediately raised the price.

The price kept rising, and in a blink of an eye it broke through the 10 million mark. Jiang Ciyou raised her head slightly and looked at Lu Jingchen, her eyes full of admiration and love. She knew that this watch meant a lot to him, and he donated it without hesitation just to help more people. This love moved her deeply. Lu Jingchen patted her hand gently, his eyes always fixed on the stage, with a hint of expectation in his eyes, hoping that this watch could be sold at an ideal price and inject more power into charity.

Just as the bidding entered a white-hot stage, a familiar figure slowly stood up from the back row of the venue. He was wearing a slightly old suit, his hair was a little messy, his face was a little vicissitudes, but his eyes were full of determination. He raised the sign in his hand and shouted in a low but clear voice: "I want to take a picture of this gift."

Jiang Ciyou's body froze instantly, and she subconsciously clenched the champagne glass in her hand, her knuckles turning white. She never expected that her husband, who had disappeared for many years, would appear here at this time. Countless memories flooded into her mind like a tide, the betrayal on the wedding night, those painful days and nights... Her breathing was slightly rapid, and her heart was beating violently in her chest.

Lu Jingchen keenly noticed the difference in Jiang Ciyou's appearance, his eyes instantly turned cold, and he turned to look in that direction. When he saw clearly that the person coming was Jiang Ciyou's ex-husband, a trace of anger flashed in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. He gently placed his hand on the back of Jiang Ciyou's hand, trying to use his warmth to dispel the panic in her heart, and to give her strength and support. Jiang Ciyou felt the warmth of Lu Jingchen's palm, turned her head slightly to look at him, and seeing the concern and determination in his eyes, a surge of courage gradually surged in her heart. She took a deep breath, straightened her spine, and turned her gaze back to the stage, as if telling herself that the past was over, and she was no longer the fragile woman she was back then.

There was a sudden whisper in the venue, and everyone's eyes shuttled back and forth between Jiang Ciyou's ex-husband, Jiang Ciyou, and Lu Jingchen, full of curiosity and speculation. The appearance of this uninvited guest undoubtedly added a touch of drama to this originally warm and lively charity auction night.

The auctioneer was also slightly stunned, but he quickly regained his professionalism and shouted loudly: "Eleven million, is there anyone else bidding?"

The venue fell into a brief silence, and everyone seemed to be waiting for the next development. Jiang Ciyou's ex-husband's eyes were fixed on the antique watch, with a complex emotion in his eyes, both regret for the past and persistence in this precious auction item. He gritted his teeth and raised the sign again: "Twelve million!"

At this time, Lu Jingchen frowned slightly. He knew in his heart that the appearance of his ex-husband was not accidental. There might be deeper reasons behind his action. But he didn't want to let the situation get out of control at this time, and he didn't want to put Jiang Ciyou in an awkward situation. He turned to look at Jiang Ciyou and asked softly, "What do you want to do? I support you." Jiang Ciyou shook his head slightly, and said firmly, "Let the auction continue. This watch can be sold at a high price, and the beneficiaries are those who need help. The grievances of the past should not affect the present." Lu Jingchen nodded, his eyes full of appreciation. He held Jiang Ciyou's hand tightly and cast his eyes on the stage again.

The auctioneer continued to preside over the bidding: "Twelve million once, twelve million twice..." Just as he was about to drop the hammer, a young entrepreneur suddenly raised his sign: "Twelve and a half million!" This move broke the deadlock and plunged the auction into fierce bidding again.

Jiang Ciyou's ex-husband's face changed slightly. He obviously didn't expect someone to interfere at this time. A trace of determination flashed in his eyes, and he raised the price again: "Thirteen million!"

The young entrepreneur hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and gave up bidding. The venue fell silent again, and everyone stared at the auctioneer's gavel.

"Thirteen million once, thirteen million twice..." The auctioneer's voice echoed in the venue, and every word seemed to hit everyone's heart.

Finally, as the auction hammer fell heavily, Jiang Ciyou's ex-husband successfully bought the antique watch. A complex smile appeared on his face, with both the satisfaction of getting what he wanted and a hint of indescribable loneliness. He sat down slowly, but his eyes never left the watch, as if he was recalling something.

Jiang Ciyou took a deep breath and tried to calm herself down. She turned to look at Lu Jingchen and said softly, "Thank you, Chen. With you by my side, I am not afraid of anything." Lu Jingchen gently embraced her and comforted her softly, "Everything is over. We still have a better future to create."

The auction continued, Jiang Ciyou and Lu Jingchen put aside their distractions and devoted themselves to the next auction. They used their actions to interpret their dedication and love for charity, and used their love to light up more light of hope for this night. Although the appearance of Jiang Ciyou's ex-husband set off a wave of waves, it also made Jiang Ciyou more determined in her choice and cherish the hard-won happiness in front of her. In this charity auction night full of love and hope, everyone is adding warmth to the world in their own way.