The president's wife wants to run away

Chapter 77 Ordinary Life

Qin Xue's words echoed in my ears for a long time, like thunder, splitting my originally peaceful life into pieces. I am not the daughter of the Li family... I am not the daughter of the Li family...

I stared at Qin Xue blankly, my lips moved but no sound came out. How could this happen? My parents, my home, my past, are they all fake?

Zhong Yuxuan held my hand tightly, his eyes were firm and warm, like a beacon in the dark night, giving me a little comfort. "Luo Xue, no matter what happens, I will be by your side."

His words were like a warm current, slowly flowing into my heart, dispelling some of my fear and anxiety. Yes, even if I am not the daughter of the Li family, even if my life experience is a mystery, at least I still have him.

In order to escape from the chaos and to give my confused mind a moment of peace, we decided to leave the city and go to a place where no one knew us and start over.

We came to a small town surrounded by mountains and rivers and rented a small wooden house. There was no hustle and bustle of the city, only birdsong and flowers, and peace and tranquility.

Every morning, we woke up to the sound of birds singing, breathing in the fresh air and feeling the gentle breeze on our cheeks. Zhong Yuxuan would prepare a simple breakfast for me, and we would eat together at the small wooden table in the yard, with the sun shining on us, warm and comfortable.

During the day, Zhong Yuxuan would plant some flowers, plants and vegetables in the yard, while I liked to sit under the eaves, flipping through old books I bought from the town’s bookstore, occasionally looking up at the rolling hills in the distance, and my thoughts would drift away with the white clouds.

In the evening, we walked hand in hand along the winding bluestone road in the town. When we passed by the villagers' houses, we would greet them warmly and chat about family matters. The residents in the town were simple and kind, and their smiles were sincere and warm, which gradually let me put down my guard and felt the long-lost peace and happiness.

When night falls and the sky is full of stars, we will snuggle together, sit in the yard, look up at the starry sky, recall the past and look forward to the future. Zhong Yuxuan will point to the stars in the sky and tell me those ancient myths and legends. His voice is low and magnetic, like a moving lullaby, which makes me gradually forget my troubles and fall asleep peacefully.

Such days are peaceful and warm, like returning to the original pastoral life, simple and beautiful. I thought we would live happily like this forever, until one day...

The days were peaceful and the life in the small town was like a soothing pastoral poem, washing away the anxiety and confusion in my heart. Every morning, I would go to pick fresh vegetables with the townspeople. Their simple smiles and friendly greetings were like rays of sunshine, warming my heart.

"Luo Xue, today I made your favorite osmanthus cake, come and try it!" Aunt Zhang handed me a piece of steaming osmanthus cake with a smile. Her kind eyes were full of love, making me feel as if I had found the warmth of a mother.

"Thank you, Aunt Zhang." I took the cake and took a bite. The sweet and soft taste instantly filled my mouth, and a feeling of happiness came naturally. I realized that simple ingredients can also create such a wonderful taste.

"It's delicious, isn't it? This is a specialty of our town!" Grandma Wang sat beside me, looking at me with a smile, her face full of pride. "Although our place is not as prosperous as your big city, it is better in terms of beautiful scenery, simple folk customs, and comfortable living here!"

I smiled and nodded, and said sincerely: "Yes, I like it here very much. It makes me feel safe here."

Being with them, I felt the long-lost relaxation and happiness, as if all the painful past had disappeared. And Zhong Yuxuan gradually integrated into the life of the town. Although he was no longer the powerful business tycoon, he brought new hope to the town with his wisdom and ability.

He used his keen business acumen to help the town develop some small industries, such as packaging and selling local agricultural products, developing rural tourism routes, etc. These initiatives not only increased residents' income, but also gradually put the town on the road to prosperity.

The villagers were full of gratitude and admiration for Zhong Yuxuan. They affectionately called him "Mr. Zhong", and Zhong Yuxuan also got along with them without airs, helping them solve various problems. Watching him busy, my heart was filled with pride and emotion. Perhaps, this is the life he really wants, ordinary but meaningful.

At night, Zhong Yuxuan and I sat in the yard, looking up at the vast starry sky, and our thoughts drifted away with the starlight. For some reason, a sense of uneasiness suddenly surged in my heart, as if there was some unknown secret hidden behind this peaceful life...

The night breeze blew gently, bringing a hint of coolness, but it could not dispel the warmth between us. I snuggled up to Zhong Yuxuan, feeling his warm embrace, as if the whole world had quieted down, leaving only the sound of our heartbeats.

"What are you thinking about?" Zhong Yuxuan's gentle voice sounded in my ears, pulling me back from my thoughts.

"Nothing, I just feel like... this is all like a dream." I looked up at him, with stars twinkling in my eyes. "I never thought that I would live such a peaceful and happy life one day."

Zhong Yuxuan stroked my hair gently, his deep eyes full of tenderness, "Silly boy, this is what you deserve."

Yes, I longed for such simple and pure happiness. In those dark days, I was like a lost lamb, struggling in the abyss of despair. It was Zhong Yuxuan who pulled me out of the darkness and gave me light and hope.

"Yuxuan, thank you." I held his hand tightly, and all my words turned into this sentence of gratitude.

He looked down at me, a doting smile on his face, "Silly, there's no need to say thank you between us. As long as you're happy, I'm satisfied."

At that moment, my heart was filled with an inexplicable feeling of being touched. I raised my head and gently pressed my cheek against his chest, listening to his strong heartbeat, feeling his warmth and breath, and an unprecedented sense of security surged in my heart.

We just snuggled together quietly, enjoying this rare tranquility and warmth. I told him about my experiences in the town, the simple villagers, and the interesting little things. He always listened patiently, sometimes laughing heartily, and sometimes gently echoing my words.

We also talked about the future, our dreams and wishes. I told him that I wanted to open a small flower shop to decorate the town and people's lives with flowers. He smiled and said that he would support my dream and help me realize it.

As the night deepened, the stars became brighter, as if blessing us. I stood up and stretched, "It's getting late, let's go back."

"Okay." Zhong Yuxuan also stood up, took my hand and walked into the house.

Back in the room, I started to pack the luggage I brought from the villa. A forgotten box caught my attention. I gently opened the box, and inside lay a delicate brooch. It was... a token of love between Zhong Yuxuan and me.

My heart trembled inexplicably. During this period of time, I have been deliberately avoiding the past and trying to immerse myself in the peaceful life of the small town. However, some memories are like secrets buried deep in the heart. Once touched, they will uncontrollably surge into my mind...

The sun shines through the window lattice, casting mottled shadows that dance on the wooden floor. I hum a light tune, take out clothes from the suitcase one by one, fold them carefully, and put them into the old but clean wooden cabinet. Life in the small town is simple and pure, and the air is filled with the breath of freedom. My heart gradually settles down in this tranquility.

Suddenly, my hand touched a hard square box, which lay quietly in the corner of the suitcase, forgotten by me in the depths of time. I gently opened it, and a delicate and small brooch suddenly came into view. It was a silver butterfly with its wings spread out, ready to fly, with tiny sapphires inlaid on its wings, shining with a dreamy light in the sun. My heart suddenly trembled. This is the token of love between Zhong Yuxuan and me, carrying our former love and promise.

I couldn't help but pick it up, and gently stroked the cold metal with my fingertips, as if I could still feel the temperature, his breath, his heartbeat when he put it on my chest... Those sweet memories came flooding back like a tide, but mixed with a hint of bitterness. During this period of time, I have been deliberately avoiding the past and trying to immerse myself in the peaceful life of the small town. However, some memories, like secrets sealed in the bottom of my heart, will inevitably surge into my mind once they are touched, pulling me back to those years of love and hate.

"What are you looking at?" A familiar voice sounded behind me, asking with a hint of tenderness.

I turned around and saw that Zhong Yuxuan had changed out of his work clothes and was wearing a simple white T-shirt, which made him look particularly clean and fresh. He walked over to me and followed my gaze to the brooch in his hand, with a subtle emotion flashing in his deep eyes.

"Nothing." I hurriedly put the brooch back into the box and closed the lid, trying to hide my inner turmoil. "Just some old stuff."

"It's our token of love." His tone was calm, yet firm, as if he was stating an indisputable fact.

I looked up at him in surprise, only to see a gentle smile on his lips, and a firm and warm light flashing in his deep eyes. He took the brooch out of the box and gently pinned it on my chest, his movements gentle and cherishing, as if he was treating a rare treasure.

"It belongs to you and will always belong to you." His voice was low and magnetic, with an irresistible magic.

I looked at him, feeling inexplicably touched, and my eyes were slightly moist. Before I could say anything, he suddenly knelt on one knee and took out an exquisite red velvet box from his pocket... In the red velvet box, a dazzling diamond ring lay quietly. It reflected a dazzling light in the sun, just like the love between us, which has gone through wind and rain and is still shining and moving.

"Marry me, Luo Xue." Zhong Yuxuan's voice was gentle and firm, and his deep eyes were full of expectation and love.

I couldn't hold back my tears any longer and they flowed down my cheeks. These were not tears of sadness, but tears of happiness. Once upon a time, I thought this love had left me, but fate brought us together again and made us cherish each other even more.

"I do." I choked up as I said these three words. Although my voice was weak, it was extremely firm.

A bright smile broke out on Zhong Yuxuan's face. He carefully put the ring on my ring finger, then stood up and hugged me in his arms.

The residents of the town gathered around us spontaneously, their faces filled with blessing smiles, sending us the most sincere blessings. The children smiled happily and threw the flowers in their hands on us. The colorful petals were like butterflies flying in the sky, surrounding us in a sea of ​​happiness.

At that moment, I truly felt that we were so happy and so lucky. We abandoned the hustle and bustle of the city and the pursuit of fame and fortune, and found our own happiness in an ordinary and peaceful town.

The wedding was simple but warm. With the witness of the small town residents, we made an eternal vow. There were no gorgeous dresses or extravagant banquets, but our love for each other was the most precious gift in the world.

Our married life is peaceful and sweet. We run a small coffee shop, where we greet the first rays of sunshine in the morning and bid farewell to the last sunset together. In our spare time, we take a walk in the fields to feel the freshness and beauty of nature, or snuggle by the fireplace and read our favorite books.

I thought this kind of happiness would last forever, however, fate always likes to play jokes on us.

That day, a strange customer came to the coffee shop. She was wearing a black long dress and large sunglasses that covered most of her face.

"Can I sit here?" Her voice was low and hoarse, with a barely perceptible tremor.

I raised my head and met her familiar yet strange eyes. My heart trembled suddenly, and an ominous premonition came to my mind.

"Li Luoyao?" I asked tentatively, with a hint of disbelief in my voice.

She took off her sunglasses and a bitter smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.

"Long time no see, sister."