Let's get back together!

As soon as those words left his mouth, the tips of Wen Shuang's ears burned as if caught in a fire.

"You!"

"I'm right here," Ji Shen said, pulling her waist firmly toward him. "Shuangshuang, I kissed you, and I want to take responsibility for it."

Tonight, the timing, the location, and the atmosphere were all in his favor. Ji Shen felt that if he didn't make his move now, he wouldn't even deserve to call himself a man!

His voice was scorching hot.

Her heart was burning just as fiercely.

"Ji Shen... but we..."

His slender fingertips pressed gently against her lips.

"Hush, I don't want to hear any refusals tonight."

Wen Shuang opened her almond-shaped eyes wide to look at him.

Her beautiful eyes shimmered like water.

Ji Shen's heart went completely wild: "Get back together with me, will you?"

Whether it was because the night was too enchanting,

or because the man before her was far too handsome,

Wen Shuang almost blurted out an agreement instinctively.

Yet she quickly snapped back to her senses and shook her head slightly: "...I'm sorry!"

Their final memories from before had been far too painful.

She was truly terrified of repeating the same tragic mistakes.

Seeing her refusal, Ji Shen realized that pushing her too hard right now was unwise—even a cornered rabbit would bite!

He slowly released her. "I was the one who lost control, I'm the one to blame! Shuangshuang, I'm sorry! Goodnight!"

He turned and closed the door behind him.

He was afraid that if he lingered even a second longer, he wouldn't be able to hold himself back.

The taste of her was simply too sweet!

Wen Shuang was left standing there in utter bewilderment.

She and Ji Shen had actually kissed again!

And deep down in her subconscious, she even had to admit the experience had been rather pleasant!

Wen Shuang, you must have truly lost your mind!

For the remainder of the night, Wen Shuang hardly managed to sleep a wink.

……

Consequently, the next morning, she lived up to expectations and overslept.

Wen Shuang sprang up from the bed in a flash.

When she stepped out, Sister Li greeted her warmly: "Miss Wen, you're awake. Why didn't you sleep a little longer!"

When Wen Shuang checked her phone, the time was already past twelve!

She looked embarrassed. "It's already noon."

"Miss Wen went to sleep quite late last night, so waking up at this hour isn't late at all."

Sister Li had already prepared a meal and urged Wen Shuang to eat first.

The mere mention of last night instantly brought back vivid memories of that kiss!

It had been passionate and searing.

The sensation of his lips against hers still felt as fresh as if it were happening right now.

She couldn't help but lightly touch her own lips.

Sister Li asked, "Miss Wen, is my cooking not to your taste? I can prepare something else for you."

"No, no, I love it!"

While eating, Wen Shuang didn't forget to inquire about Grandma Ji's condition.

Just as Sister Li was about to answer, Grandma Ji's voice echoed as she walked down the stairs.

"Shuangshuang, did you sleep well last night?"

"Grandma... I slept very well."

"As long as you slept well. I was just worried you wouldn't be used to staying here. Tell me, good child, why don't you stay here and keep me company for the next few days?"

Hearing this, Wen Shuang quickly shook her head. "Grandma, that would be imposing upon you far too much."

"How could it be! I couldn't be happier to have you here!"

Grandma Ji looked at Wen Shuang with eyes full of warmth.

However, Wen Shuang truly felt too embarrassed to continue staying.

Seeing this, Grandma Ji compromised a step further, "Well, if you feel shy, that's fine. How about this—in a few days, I want to visit the temple in the mountains to offer incense. You can come with me then."

This request wasn't difficult at all.

Wen Shuang nodded and obediently agreed, "Alright!"

……

Three days later.

A luxury SUV arrived bright and early to pick up Wen Shuang.

As soon as Wen Shuang opened the car door, a wave of cozy warmth rushed out to meet her.

Grandma Ji affectionately pulled her by the hand.

Before Wen Shuang's smile could fully bloom, she was shocked to see that today's driver was none other than Ji Shen!

The man was wearing a dark blue overcoat, exuding a natural nobility.

Following her gaze, Grandma Ji explained, "A-Shen happened to have nothing to do today, so I made him act as our chauffeur. If there are any heavy bags, you can just make him carry them all."

Ji Shen turned his head back with a crook of his lips, "That's right, I'm just here to do the heavy lifting today."

Wen Shuang was taken aback.

The moment she laid eyes on Ji Shen, she was instantly flooded with memories of that night.

Although neither of them had brought it up since,

they both knew deep down that neither could forget it!

"Then I'll have to trouble Officer Ji," she said, giving an awkward, forced smile.

Ji Shen drove exceptionally well.

Along the way, Grandma Ji held Wen Shuang's hand, chattering endlessly about this and that. Grandma Ji possessed a wealth of life experience, and whatever topic she brought up, Wen Shuang found herself listening with rapt attention.

They reached their destination before long.

After getting out of the car, Grandma Ji hadn't walked more than a few steps before she clutched her lower back.

"Ouch!"

"What's wrong, Grandma?" Wen Shuang panicked. "Are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere again?"

"I think I just twisted my back," Grandma Ji said, bending over with a frown. "Ah, I suppose when people get old, even their bodies refuse to cooperate!"

Wen Shuang said, "Let's go straight to the hospital right now!"

Grandma Ji shook her head. "It's fine, I'll just call Xiao Li to come and take care of me. Shuangshuang, since you and A-Shen are already here, you should go ahead and enjoy the scenery before heading back."

Wen Shuang refused.

Yet Grandma Ji was remarkably stubborn.

Sister Li arrived very quickly, rushed to support the old lady, and insisted that everything was fine with her around.

Only then did Wen Shuang let out a breath of relief.

Ji Shen said, "Then Sister Li, take good care of Grandma. Shuangshuang and I will head up and offer prayers on your behalf!"

"Right, Shuangshuang, just treat it as going up to burn a stick of incense for this old woman!"

Hearing this, Wen Shuang could no longer find an excuse to decline.

She accompanied Ji Shen as they headed up the mountain.

It was the dead of winter.

Snow had fallen on the mountain just days prior, making the pathways quite slippery. Several times, Wen Shuang almost tripped, but fortunately, Ji Shen caught her hand just in time. "Be careful!"

"Thank you!"

After that, Ji Shen didn't let go of Wen Shuang's hand.

He used the polite excuse that he was afraid she might slip, hence the need to hold her steady.

On this particular day, the number of people coming to offer incense was quite substantial.

Because the temple was renowned far and wide, visitors came from all generations, young and old alike.

There were couples, married pairs, and even children.

It welcomed all ages.

Ji Shen remarked, "Shuangshuang, did you know? They say that people who walk hand in hand across these ninety-nine steps will stay together until they grow old with gray hair."

Wen Shuang gazed at the long, winding staircase ahead of her.

She was slightly startled.

Then, her gaze shifted down to her right hand!

Ji Shen was holding it tightly.

"That's probably just a myth."

She lowered her eyes.

Ji Shen asked, "How will you know unless you try?"

His arm was strong and steady, guiding Wen Shuang forward as they walked together.

Whenever Wen Shuang grew too tired to continue, he would hold her hand even tighter.

The two of them finally arrived at the temple grounds.

Inside, the Buddha statues bore expressions of boundless compassion, smiling faintly while holding a flower.

Ji Shen fetched three sticks of incense and handed them to Wen Shuang.

Piety in her heart, Wen Shuang faced the Buddha statue and made her wish.

They bowed side by side, looking a remarkably well-matched pair!

"What wish did you make?" Ji Shen asked, turning to her after placing the incense sticks into the burner.

Wen Shuang looked toward the Buddha statue. "If I tell you, it won't come true."

Ji Shen chuckled softly. "Alright, then I won't say mine either."

At that moment, a light, misty snow began to fall over the mountain once more.

With a deep and distant gaze, Ji Shen felt a sudden surge of poetic sentiment.

"Sharing the falling snow together in two places, we might as well consider this growing old with gray hair together in another lifetime. Shuangshuang, in a way, haven't we also grown old together now?"

Wen Shuang blushed faintly and remained silent.

Not far away, red wooden plaques were hung beneath the branches of a massive tree.

As a gentle breeze swept past, the wind chimes chimed crisply.

Ji Shen led Wen Shuang over to hang a plaque of their own.

Wen Shuang wrote on the plaque very slowly. Once finished, she carefully tied the string, stood on tiptoe, and reached upward to hang it.

She raised her hand.

Her fingertips inadvertently brushed against the man's fingers.

Their eyes met!

Ji Shen grasped her hand firmly. "Shuangshuang, let's get back together!"