I fell through the tunnel and brought my family to live a good life

Before Xu the Hunter could think of how to end the conversation, Xu Congyi directly asked everyone to change the topic and not discuss the matter anymore. The atmosphere in the room suddenly became awkward. Coincidentally, Tang Xiaowu came to pick up Shen Xiao and Xu Congyi, as if he had found a reasonable way out of the awkward atmosphere. The Xu family members hurriedly stood up and prepared to see the guests off.

Xu Congyi did not follow him out. Her face flushed slightly, as if the previous topic made her a little shy. She lowered her head and quietly cleaned up the dishes, trying to make her movements look natural. When Shen Xiao passed by her, Xu Congyi whispered, "Hai Hour." She believed that Shen Xiao would understand what she meant.

The Xu family also tacitly did not come back to ask what Xu Congyi had just said. They all seemed to understand that some things did not need to be questioned too much, and giving each other some space was the best choice. Hunter Xu wanted to ask more clarification, but Li Dahua pinched him hard, signaling him not to meddle in other people's business. Hunter Xu sighed helplessly and had to go to the kitchen to wash the dishes obediently.

When Xu Congyi returned to her bedroom and lay on the bed, she began to think about everything that had just happened. She regretted her impulsiveness, but now that things had come to this, she could only wait quietly for the arrival of the hour of Hai. During this time, her mood was like the ups and downs of the waves, with both anticipation and nervousness.

Grandpa Shen had been busy in the noodle shop all day and had fallen asleep early. Xu Congyi knew that going to the Shen family at this time would not disturb Grandpa Shen. She moved herself to the courtyard of the Shen family and stood in front of Shen Xiao's door. She could move directly to Shen Xiao's room, but she didn't do it. She believed that things like feelings require respect and recognition from both sides. If Shen Xiao was unwilling to even open the door, then she would choose to respect his decision. She knew that Shen Xiao naturally had feelings for her, but if he was really so cowardly that he was unwilling to even open the door, then she would also think that he was not worthy of being her lover.

The lights in Shen Xiao's room were off, but Xu Congyi knew that Shen Xiao was still awake. She knocked on the door twice, her voice low and gentle, trying not to wake up Grandpa Shen in the next room. After knocking twice, Xu Congyi stood at the door and waited quietly. There was a rustling sound in the room, and after a moment, Shen Xiao's door opened.

There was a dim candle lit in the room, and the dim candlelight stretched the figures of the two people very long. Shen Xiao stood at the door, looking a little uneasy. He spoke first, but didn't know what to say: "Sister Xu, you..." His voice was trembling, and he was obviously very nervous.

Xu Congyi smiled and interrupted his embarrassment: "Put on some thick clothes, let's go outside and talk, don't disturb Grandpa Shen." She was wearing a rabbit fur cape today, which looked warm and cute. Shen Xiao also quickly found a thick coat and put it on, and the two prepared to go out together.

Xu Congyi originally wanted to chat with Shen Xiao in her space, but then she changed her mind and felt that it was not suitable to talk about love in her own space. She thought of the river at the foot of the back mountain. In the TV series she watched, the heroine and her lover often dated by the river. Now the moonlight outside was bright, and it was also very atmospheric.

This time, Xu Congyi did not hold Shen Xiao's hand, but held his arm. In just a moment, the two of them reached the river. This river was very magical, and it would not freeze even in winter.

The moonlight is bright and the river is gurgling, it is a perfect place for romance.

Xu Congyi gently let go of Shen Xiao's arm, took a step forward, and looked at the flowing water instead of Shen Xiao's face.

"You may already know what I mean. I didn't mean to say these words to you so soon. I wanted to take my time, but I'm scared now. I'm afraid that if I take my time, you'll want to leave me even more."

When it comes to love, Xu Congyi is much braver than Shen Xiao.

After saying this, Xu Cong turned around and looked at Shen Xiao.

"I just want to ask you one question, do you like me in your heart?"

Shen Xiao stared into Xu Congyi's bright eyes, his heart full of mixed emotions, like a tangled mess that was hard to sort out. How could he not like her? This feeling burned in his heart like a raging fire, but he didn't dare to express it easily. He knew very well that his origin was not glorious, he was the son of a criminal, and he carried the shame and hatred of his family. He was afraid that this heavy burden would bring endless troubles and pain to Xu Congyi, and he was even more afraid that he would not be able to provide her with a stable and safe future.

He clenched his fists, as if he wanted to crush all his hesitation and struggle. Finally, he mustered up the courage and spoke, but his voice was trembling and helpless: "I... I don't deserve to die, but you are different. You are so pure and beautiful, I don't want you to be involved in this endless dispute because of my existence."

Xu Congyi frowned slightly, looking at Shen Xiao's painful and tangled expression, and an inexplicable determination surged in her heart. She gently retorted: "Why is it not a pity for you to die? Life is precious, and everyone has the right to live out their own wonderful life. I can't change your past, but I can choose to face the future with you."

"Xu Congyi, I am the son of a criminal. This identity is like a mountain pressing on my heart. Even though I know in my heart that my father's crime is unfounded and I know who the real murderer is, all this involves the power struggles in the court. I am afraid that you will be implicated because of me, and I am afraid that you will suffer an undeserved disaster because of me."

Shen Xiao hardened his heart and closed his eyes, no longer looking at Xu Congyi's expression, "Sister Xu, just think of us as not destined to be together!"

Xu Congyi did not retreat at all, but became even more determined.

"I once read a storybook, and there was a line in it that I thought was very well said, 'As for fate, it is up to human effort. There is no need to use the word fate as an excuse for reunion and separation.' So today I only want to ask you one question: do you like me?"

"Just answer whether you like it or not," Xu Congyi really didn't want to listen to Shen Xiao say those words anymore.

"I like it." Shen Xiao couldn't say no.

Xu Congyi got the answer he wanted and walked in front of him. Shen Xiao stood tall and was more than a head taller than Xu Congyi. Xu Congyi raised his head, and although he was looking up, her eyes seemed more determined.

"For me, be brave for once, okay?"

Under the moonlight, their eyes met, and at this moment their hearts were also closely connected. Shen Xiao could no longer say no.

"it is good."

Then I will be brave for once for you.