novelaction Chapter 245 A sudden estrangement
Chapter 245 A sudden estrangement
Shen Li sat there quietly, the afternoon sun shining through the mottled window lattices and onto her tender yet resolute face, like a layer of soft gauze.
Her eyes were fixed on the ancient locust tree outside the window, but her thoughts had already drifted far away. After hearing about Luo Lingchen's experience, she couldn't help but immerse herself in memories of the past and thoughts about the future.
Suddenly, her heart seemed to be struck by a sharp lightning, and she suddenly woke up from her thoughts.
Her mind involuntarily emerged with the figure of her father and the cruel fate in the original book - her father should have died under the whipping of others, becoming an insignificant but heartbreaking victim in the long river of history.
However, the gears of fate quietly changed the moment she crossed over.
With her wisdom and courage, she cleverly changed some key nodes and successfully helped her father avoid the doomed fate, just like opening a new path for her father in the darkness.
But fate always seems to like to play tricks on people, and has its own elusive trajectory.
Despite her efforts, the system task prompted her that her father would still go to the military camp and embark on a journey full of unknowns and dangers.
This caused a complex ripple of emotions to arise in Shen Li's heart, including helplessness and worry, but more importantly, a deep understanding of the fickleness of fate.
However, Shen Li is not someone who would easily bow to fate.
The changes that have taken place in the Shen family during this period have made her more clearly aware that as long as one is willing to work hard and bravely make changes, fate is not an indestructible, unchanging stone.
Even if it is like a towering mountain standing in front of you, as long as you have determination and perseverance, you can always find a way to climb it and create your own world.
Thinking of this, Shen Li slowly raised her head. Her eyes, which were originally as clear as water, were now slightly red, as if they were dyed by the sunset glow, but with a hint of determination, like the twinkling stars in the night sky.
She stared at Luo Lingchen closely, her eyes filled with unprecedented seriousness and determination. She spoke word by word, "I can help you find a way to seize power and seek revenge, but can you promise me one thing?"
Her voice was soft yet firm, slowly echoing in the quiet room, as if every word carried the expectations and worries deep in her heart.
At this moment, Luo Lingchen was still immersed in the excitement and joy of finally finding his savior. The excitement surged in his heart like a surging tide.
Hearing Shen Li's words, he was slightly stunned, and the smile on his face froze instantly. Then he hurriedly asked: "What is it? As long as it is within my ability, I will promise you, just tell me."
His eyes were full of curiosity and eagerness, and his body leaned forward unconsciously, as if he wanted to know Shen Li's request immediately.
Shen Li bit her lips slightly, leaving a row of shallow teeth marks on her pink lips.
There was a hint of caution in her eyes, as if she was weighing the weight of every word. She stared at Luo Lingchen closely, as if she wanted to convey her determination to him through her eyes.
After a long while, she mustered up the courage and whispered, "Can you promise me that if you really gain power and have enough power in the future, you will not attack Beichen?"
Although her voice was not loud, it revealed an unquestionable determination, like the cold wind in winter, cold and clear.
Beichen is not just the name of a place to her. It holds her inseparable concerns, her past laughter and tears, her beloved family, and everything familiar. It is an untouchable soft place in her heart.
When Luo Lingchen heard this, his brows instantly furrowed, as if he was troubled by a difficult problem.
The smile on his face gradually disappeared, replaced by a serious and thoughtful look.
He fell into deep thought, his eyes revealing a complex emotion, including surprise at Shen Li's request, as well as weighing and consideration of national affairs.
For a long time, the room was so quiet that only the two people's light breathing could be heard, as if time had stopped for their conversation.
Finally, Luo Lingchen slowly said, "I can promise you that if Beichen doesn't come and attack our country, I won't initiate a war."
His tone was equally serious and earnest, and every word he said seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth, with a resounding voice.
After all, this concerns the safety and honor of the country. It is a major matter that requires extreme caution and is definitely not a promise that can be easily made.
For a moment, the atmosphere in the room became extremely solemn, as if there was a layer of heavy fog between the two of them, making people feel a little depressed.
Shen Li opened her mouth and wanted to say something, but her throat felt like it was choked by something, and for a moment she didn't know how to continue speaking.
There was a hint of complex emotions in her eyes, including relief at Luo Lingchen's promise, but also a hint of worry about the future.
After a long silence, Shen Li sighed softly when she saw Luo Lingchen no longer spoke. "You're tired too. Let's stop here for today!"
So, without waiting for Luo Lingchen's response, she slowly stood up, gently opened the door, and walked out.
The door slowly closed behind her with a slight creaking sound, leaving Luo Lingchen alone in the room in silence. His eyes revealed a hint of confusion and bewilderment, as if he was thinking about the conversation he had just had with Shen Li and how to proceed in the future.