jdhmnovel Chapter 295 Panic
Chapter 295 Panic
Lin Xiao jolted awake in the darkness, like a drowning person waking from an endless abyss. Cold sweat, like fine raindrops, soaked her forehead, strands of hair clung to her cheeks, her chest heaving as she gasped for breath. She looked around, a flicker of confusion in her eyes followed by deep shock. The familiar yet strange surroundings were like a key, unlocking the floodgates of her deepest memories, leaving her momentarily disoriented.
This was her room from her teenage years! The pink wallpaper, printed with floral patterns, the bookshelf in the corner filled with books she once cherished, and the plush toys from her childhood on the bedside table. All of this clearly told her that she had been reborn?! Memories of her previous life surged towards her like a raging tide. She remembered loving the wrong person; that man was like a treacherous viper, binding her tightly with a web woven from sweet words. For him, she abandoned Lu Yunting, who truly cared for her, the man who always silently protected her, offering her a handkerchief when she was sad, and standing up for her when she was in danger. But she was blinded by greed, ignoring Lu Yunting's deep affection, and plunged headlong into the trap meticulously designed by that scumbag. In the end, she ended up abandoned by everyone, disgraced, her former friends left her, and her family was utterly disappointed in her. She was like a lonely bird abandoned by the world.
Lin Xiao took a deep breath, a resolute glint in her eyes. Now that fate had given her a second chance, she was determined to cherish those who truly loved her in this life and never repeat the same mistakes.
Just then, a crisp ringtone broke the silence of the room, the sound particularly jarring in the quiet environment. Lin Xiao looked at her phone, and when she saw the name on the caller ID, her heart clenched, as if gripped tightly by an invisible hand. It was that scumbag, that nightmare-like figure. In her previous life, she had been gradually led astray by his sweet words, losing herself step by step, like sinking into a swamp from which she could not escape. This time, she didn't hesitate at all; her finger firmly pressed the hang-up button, as if severing some connection with the past.
Meanwhile, Lu Yunting sat in his office, his brows furrowed, as if an invisible mountain weighed heavily on his heart. He hadn't seen Lin Xiao for a long time, and memories of her played out in his mind like a slideshow. He remembered their first meeting, Lin Xiao's innocent smile shining into his heart like the warm spring sun; he remembered strolling through the streets together, sharing their joys and sorrows; he remembered secretly vowing to protect this girl for life. Yet, she suddenly turned and left, throwing herself into the arms of another man. That scene was like a sharp blade, piercing his heart. At this moment, the longing in his heart surged like a tidal wave, almost drowning him.
Lin Xiao decided to take the initiative to find Lu Yunting. When she stood at the door of his office, her hands trembled slightly, her heart filled with trepidation. Taking a deep breath, she gently knocked. The moment the door opened, a flicker of surprise flashed in Lu Yunting's eyes upon seeing Lin Xiao—an emotion that had been suppressed for a long time and was now inadvertently revealed. But quickly, as if remembering something, his gaze instantly turned cold, like frost in the dead of winter.
"What are you doing here?" Lu Yunting's voice was as cold as if it came from an ice cellar, without a trace of warmth.
Lin Xiao's eyes reddened, tears welling up, but she tried hard not to let them fall. "Yun Ting, I was wrong. I was immature before and hurt you." Her voice was choked with emotion, every word filled with deep remorse.
Lu Yunting's heart skipped a beat, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples. But then he remembered her past ruthlessness and said coldly, "Lin Xiao, don't play these tricks." His eyes were filled with suspicion and defensiveness, as if Lin Xiao in front of him was an enemy who could harm him at any moment.
Lin Xiao knew it wouldn't be easy to win Lu Yunting back, but she wouldn't give up. From then on, whether it was the scorching summer sun or the biting winter wind, she was always by Lu Yunting's side. When Lu Yunting was exhausted from working overtime, she would quietly bring him a warm cup of coffee; when Lu Yunting encountered work problems, she would silently gather information and offer advice; when Lu Yunting was sick, she would take meticulous care of him, disregarding the opinions of others. She was like a silent guardian angel, using her actions to make up for her past mistakes.
Gradually, a crack began to appear in Lu Yunting's frozen heart. However, at this moment, that scumbag, unwilling to lose Lin Xiao, like a wolf whose prey had been stolen, began to scheme behind her back. He secretly sent people to follow Lin Xiao and Lu Yunting, taking some specially edited photos and fabricating fake text messages, all containing ambiguous images of Lu Yunting with other women. These photos and text messages, like bombs, were quietly delivered to Lin Xiao.
Upon receiving these inexplicable gifts, Lin Xiao's heart sank. Although she knew it was a scheme by the scumbag, she couldn't help but feel a slight wavering. The seemingly intimate scenes in the photos kept flashing through her mind, like thorns piercing her heart. Lu Yunting also noticed Lin Xiao's unusual behavior. Seeing the complex look in her eyes when she looked at him, a bad premonition welled up in his heart. The trust that had just been established between them seemed to be collapsing under the impact of this conspiracy, like a building about to be completed, teetering on the brink of collapse in a storm.
At this crucial moment, Lin Xiao unexpectedly discovered evidence of the scumbag's conspiracy. It was a detailed plan, clearly documenting how he arranged for people to follow, photograph, and fabricate text messages. Lin Xiao finally understood that it was all his scheme. Panicked, she clutched the evidence tightly and rushed to Lu Yunting to explain. Her heart was filled with worry; she didn't know if Lu Yunting would believe her. Could their love survive these trials and tribulations? Everything remained uncertain, like a ship sailing in the dark, with the lighthouse ahead flickering in and out of sight.
Lin Yu was originally just an ordinary college student. His life was like a calm lake, without any ripples. He spent his days immersed in games and novels, finding his own fun in the virtual world. His room was piled high with game discs and various novels, and his lazy figure could always be seen in front of the computer screen. However, an unexpected electric shock, like a shooting star streaking across his uneventful life, transported him to a mysterious world of cultivation.
When Lin Yu opened his eyes again, he found himself in an unfamiliar valley. Everything around him filled him with wonder and awe. The spiritual energy here was so dense it was almost tangible, floating in the air like a veil, and with each breath he could feel wisps of spiritual energy flowing through his body. The mountains and rivers were picturesque, with towering peaks, some like swords piercing the clouds, some like unyielding giants, and others like fairies dancing gracefully. But within this seemingly beautiful valley, countless dangers lurked.