The more one desires what cannot be obtained, the harder it is to let go. Lu Ming Shen seized the opportunity, expressing concern and warmth towards Qi Sheng, providing shelter for the homeless Qi family. Soon, he gained the approval of the entire Qi family, who filled Qi Sheng’s ears with praises about Lu Ming Shen. Although Qi Sheng didn’t particularly like him, he could only lower his head and interact with Lu Ming Shen for the sake of his family.
Half a year later, Lu Ming Shen proposed, and they held a grand wedding.
However, just as Qi Sheng was beginning to acknowledge Lu Ming Shen, entertainment news broke out revealing Lu Ming Shen’s late-night rendezvous with a small star, complete with photos and videos, all pointing to a solid case against him. When Qi Sheng confronted Lu Ming Shen, he merely grinned with a roguish smile, saying, “It’s just for fun.”
Qi Sheng’s heart, which had just begun to warm, immediately turned cold. Since they had only recently married and Lu Ming Shen was busy with work, they hadn’t had time to consummate their marriage. Qi Sheng sought out a lawyer to draft a contract: they would maintain a formal marriage for one year, after which they would divorce. During that year, Qi Sheng wouldn’t care how many lovers Lu Ming Shen had, nor could Lu Ming Shen interfere with Qi Sheng’s life. Their marital status was to remain a secret; they would simply pretend to be affectionate in important social events.
Lu Ming Shen scoffed at the contract, saying, “Even if I don’t sign, you can’t control how many lovers I have.”
Qi Sheng replied coldly, “I’ve heard that Ming Shen Real Estate is preparing to go public. I wonder what will happen if the CEO is exposed for serious scandals.”
“You have guts,” Lu Ming Shen narrowed his eyes in threat.
Qi Sheng sneered. “Let’s see if Mr. Lu dares to test just how much guts I have.”
Qi Sheng was unyielding, and Lu Ming Shen couldn’t do anything about it. Reluctantly, he signed the contract, only to think about how he had yet to touch Qi Sheng. He planned to take Qi Sheng by force there and then. But Qi Sheng was not someone to be trifled with; he grabbed the exquisite blue and white porcelain vase from a corner and smashed it over Lu Ming Shen’s head. Lu Ming Shen collapsed to the floor, and Qi Sheng walked calmly back to the bedroom to sleep.
Shuai Chang had become Lu Ming Shen, suffering a headache from where Qi Sheng had struck him. It was possible that Qi Sheng was his lover, and given all the rotten things Lu Ming Shen had done, it would be exceedingly difficult to win Qi Sheng back.
The pain in Shuai Chang’s head intensified.
“Spirit Group, why was the timing of this transmigration so delicate? The previous two times were before the scumbag made mistakes, but this time it’s after the scumbag’s wrongdoings.”
The Spirit Group replied, “You’re mistaken, handsome. What Lu Ming Shen did earlier doesn’t count for much. After being hit, he harbored resentment and hired some thugs to kidnap Qi Sheng, intending to assault him, and even took photos to post online. These actions left Qi Sheng with indelible scars. After being rescued, Qi Sheng suffered mental issues and spent the rest of his life in a sanatorium. Meanwhile, Lu Ming Shen used Qi Sheng’s infidelity as an excuse to divorce him and continued his promiscuity afterward.”
“I underestimated scumbags…”
Lu Ming Shen lay unconscious on the cold floor for an entire night. Shuai Chang felt feverish and dizzy, presumably from catching a cold. He gingerly touched the swelling on his head; it hurt, but thankfully there was no blood.
Glancing at the large clock in the corner, it wasn’t even seven o’clock yet; Qi Sheng should still be there.
He steeled himself against his dizziness and leaned against the wall, making his way to the bedroom door, only to find it locked. Qi Sheng’s wariness towards Lu Ming Shen was evidently profound.
Desperate to confirm Qi Sheng’s identity, he searched through a drawer beneath the television and found the bedroom key, unlocking the door.
Lu Ming Shen had become accustomed to living in this villa, decorating the rooms entirely to his preference. Even the bedroom was opulent, reminiscent of medieval Europe.
The dark red curtains with golden embroidery blocked out sunlight, leaving the room dim. Shuai Chang stood hesitantly at the door, feeling a strange nostalgia.
The throbbing pain in his head reminded him not to procrastinate any longer; Shuai Chang walked to the bedside and turned on the small lamp. The soft white light illuminated Qi Sheng’s face.
He had a delicate, pale oval face, with bangs long enough to cover his full forehead. His slightly upturned eyebrows gave him a sharp look that was softened by the blush on his cheeks. His small, cute nose and diamond-shaped red lips made him look far more adorable and gentle in his sleep than Lu Ming Shen remembered.
Qi Sheng was sleeping very properly, lying flat on a bed adorned with gold-patterned sheets. He was covered with the same-patterned quilt, his hands resting on his abdomen, breathing slowly and almost silently.
From the experience of the previous world, confirming his legs would be the safest route.
Shuai Chang gently lifted the quilt, revealing a pair of beautiful legs. The skin was delicate, with perfect curves, and even the slender, exquisite feet were tantalizing.
Shuai Chang could almost determine that Qi Sheng was indeed his lover, but for the sake of caution, he decided to confirm with the spirit group once more.
Fearing that Qi Sheng might awaken and misunderstand his intentions, he gently laid the quilt back down, exited the room, and locked the door again with the key.
“Spirit Group, is it really him?” Shuai Chang’s heart began to race slightly.
The Spirit Group replied, “Good eye, handsome. However, this world has its complications. Right now, the person Qi Sheng dislikes the most is Lu Ming Shen. You need to think carefully about how to win him back, as there might be someone attempting to steal your love.”
Only then did Shuai Chang recall that Qi Sheng had a childhood friend named Wen Xuan Yi, who adored him deeply. The Wen and Qi families were neighbors, and their parents got along well. They grew up together, and their first love blossomed between them.
Later, Wen Xuan Yi went abroad to study, while Qi Sheng pursued his passion for art in France. Long-distance relationships are difficult under the best of circumstances. Although they never explicitly broke up, a year of being busy with their studies led to dwindling communication, and their feelings slowly faded.
Qi Sheng returned to the country early after completing his studies, but unfortunately, at a charity gala, he encountered Lu Ming Shen, who not only caused the Qi family to go bankrupt (something Qi Sheng was unaware of) but also ensnared Qi Sheng himself, forcing him to marry the scumbag.
The Spirit Group mentioned that Wen Xuan Yi would return to the country before Christmas. If Shuai Chang didn’t act quickly, Qi Sheng might rekindle old flames with Wen Xuan Yi, and then he would be left with nothing.
Had Shuai Chang not transmigrated into Lu Ming Shen’s body, once Wen Xuan Yi returned, he would find Qi Sheng had developed serious mental health issues. While he would feel heartbroken, he wouldn’t be able to change the established facts. Wen Xuan Yi, stymied by Qi Sheng’s situation, returned to the United States in search of peace, and the demands of work took up most of his time, leaving no room for memories of Qi Sheng. Eventually, he began to forget this beautiful first love.