The Female Cannon Fodder With Boundless Merits-Chapter 1252 - 1256: The Promise (4)

"Cuckoo, cuckoo..." The familiar sound of the cuckoo echoed again in the dead of night.

The faint sound of the copper lock on the door being picked could be heard.

With a "click," the wooden door was pushed open a crack, and moonlight outside rushed to sneak in.

"Ah Lee..." With the delicate sound of a woman’s voice, a furry head poked in.

"It’s you, Ah Rong." Su Li’s face hidden in the shadows was hard to discern, and his tone sounded cold and profound.

He seemed not surprised by Chen Rong’s arrival.

This slight strangeness made the always thoughtful Chen Rong stop herself halfway in.

After hesitating for a moment, Chen Rong quietly beckoned to Su Li inside, "Ah Li, come with me quickly, Zhang Yang is waiting for you."

Su Li’s body didn’t move, instead he asked slowly, "How did you get here?"

The urgency Chen Rong expected didn’t appear, Su Li’s calm demeanor quickly expanded the shadow of unease in her heart.

Her tone became obviously anxious, speeding up, "Yes, he came early to ask me to help you both."

"Oh, really? How come I didn’t know that you two had such a close relationship?"

Chen Rong awkwardly lowered her head, her voice muffled as if coming from under the covers, "I... I’m your best friend, it’s natural for Zhang Yang to be a bit more familiar with me than with others."

"Now, at this point, what are you thinking about? Do you still want to be with Zhang Yang or not?" Chen Rong’s tone intensified, carrying a hint of subtle reproach.

"He’s so in love with you, even someone like me who has nothing to do with it is moved, Su Li... you’ve always been luckier than me..."

Chen Rong’s last few murmurs were obscure and low, making it unlikely for others to hear what she was saying.

Seeing the person inside still dragging their feet, Chen Rong’s movements became impatient, and she forcefully pushed the door further open.

The creaking sound of the wooden door was exceptionally loud in the silent night.

Chen Rong was startled, clutched her pounding chest, and swiftly and cautiously looked around.

After a restless night, the Su Family were sleeping deeply; if one listened carefully, they could even hear the snoring coming from Second Brother Su’s room.

After tense observation for a while, everything was as usual; the Su Family hadn’t discovered the anomaly in the yard. Only then did Chen Rong relax, turning her head again to urge Su Li, saying, "Hurry up, Zhang Yang is waiting for you."

Seeing Su Li still not moving, Chen Rong said somewhat angrily, "Have you chickened out? Succumbed to your parents’ pressure and decided to give up your love with Zhang Yang?"

"He loves you so much, for you..." Quickly, Chen Rong realized these weren’t words she should say; she softened her voice, advising, "Even if you have decided to give up, you should face him and make it clear, so he can completely give up hope."

"You seem to be overly concerned about Zhang Yang." Su Li stepped out of the shadows, her pretty face bathed in moonlight, appearing as cold and captivating as a Fairy under the moon.

Chen Rong’s eyes flickered, lowering her gaze to hide the glimmer in her eyes, she explained softly, "Who doesn’t make us the best of friends."

Su Li walked a few steps and stood in front of Chen Rong at the door, her height making Chen Rong feel looked down upon.

"Do you know that this time Zhang Yang just invited me to elope?"

Chen Rong tightened her throat, "Isn’t that so?"

Su Li stared at Chen Rong, unmistakably noticing the flash of envy and jealousy on her face.

"No, he invited me to commit suicide together..."

"Ah... how could it be..." Chen Rong’s face was full of shock.

Su Li said quietly, "If he dies, will you regret and feel sad? After all... you seem to always have liked him."

"Ah..." A thunderbolt exploded in Chen Rong’s mind, she stammered, "How, how can it be... how could I like him..."

"Ah Li, you’ve misunderstood, I’m not good-looking, Zhang Yang... he definitely wouldn’t fall for me."

It’s because she thinks Zhang Yang wouldn’t be interested in her, not that she isn’t interested in Zhang Yang.

Chen Rong dodged Su Li’s gaze, finally stomping her foot in frustration, "Forget it, I won’t interfere with you guys anymore..."

Covering half of her face, Chen Rong swung her two long black braids and dashed into the night, leaving behind a wide-open door and a rusty copper lock casually tossed aside.

Su Li watched Chen Rong’s disappearing back, then stepped out the door, walking outside.

Following the path out of the village, passing through a patch of deserted woods, one can see a wide lake, where Jinghu Shuiyue is located.

Jinghu Shuiyue, also known as Lover’s Lake, is passed down among the villagers with tales of tragic romance.

It is said that the lake water of Jinghu Shuiyue was formed from the tears that a village girl shed for her fiancé.

Legend has it that as long as two lovers sincerely make a vow by the lakeside, they will receive the blessings of Jinghu Shuiyue, their wishes fulfilled.

Near villages, couples about to get married will come here together before their wedding to make vows to each other.

This has become a unique folk custom of the generation. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎

Zhang Yang choosing to meet here is certainly not an insult to his romantic sentiments.

Paced by the moonlight, Su Li reached Jinghu Shuiyue, and from a distance, she could see a slender figure pacing back and forth, his clenched hands showing his unease and anxiety.

The rustling sound of Su Li’s movement startled the man.

He quickly turned around and exclaimed with surprise, "Su Li, you’re here."

Then, he opened his arms and approached Su Li.

But, his embrace fell into emptiness.....

Su Li carefully examined the man before her.

This man for whom the original owner was willing to abandon her family and brothers and choose to die with, he undoubtedly possessed the charming qualities that are captivating.

Zhang Yang is undoubtedly handsome, with a unique aura distinct from the rustic youth in the village.

With a touch of melancholy and literary air, definitely attractive to the girls’ attention.

Moreover, such a handsome man also comes from a decent family.

The Zhang Family is considered one of the best living in the nearby villages.

Within a radius of dozens of miles, there are countless girls wanting to marry into the Zhang Family, but Zhang Family’s threshold is high; Mrs. Zhang, too, doesn’t consider the village girls and even declared she wants a daughter-in-law from the city who receives a state salary.

Unexpectedly, the proud son fell for the youngest daughter of the Su Family.

In youthful longing, Zhang Yang’s looks are not bad, neither is the original owner’s, even better.

After Su Li took over, the original owner’s appearance emitted an increasingly dazzling aura.

Zhang Yang widened his eyes with amazement, soon his face filled with sorrow.

"Su Li, are you blaming me..."