Chapter 243: A Glimmer of Enlightenment

Hearing Chen Xi’s words, memories of her time with Chen Mo instantly flooded Su Yuqing’s mind.

Through his actions, Chen Mo had shown her the utmost care and affection.

His actions were more than enough to prove his feelings for her.

Verbally, however, he had expressed his feelings on several occasions, but he always seemed to hold back, never fully committing.

It was an agonizing state to be in.

It felt like they were on the cusp of something more, but that final barrier remained, keeping them in a state of being close yet distant.

Su Yuqing immediately perked up, eager to hear exactly how things had progressed between Chen Xi and Chen Miao.

"Auntie, how did you confess your feelings to Uncle?" Su Yuqing continued, gathering her courage.

Chen Xi smiled at her and began to speak slowly. "Now that you mention it, that’s something I had to think about for a long time..."

That single sentence immediately resonated with Su Yuqing.

’She had also been thinking about it for a long time.’

"Eventually, I asked a very wise person for advice."

"A wise person?"

"Yes, she was a friend of mine from abroad. I told her what was on my mind, and she gave me some advice."

"What kind of advice was it?" Finally, they had reached the part she was most interested in. Su Yuqing immediately looked at Chen Xi, her expression earnest and tense.

Seeing her reaction, a subtle smile touched the corners of Chen Xi’s lips. She continued, "After I told her about my dilemma, this is what she told me..."

Chen Xi took out her phone, pulled up the email her friend had sent her back then, and showed it to Su Yuqing.

Su Yuqing took Chen Xi’s phone as carefully as if it were a priceless treasure and began to read. Thankfully, even though the friend was from abroad, the email was written in Chinese.

Her friend was, in fact, an overseas Chinese.

My dearest Xi, I can sense the weight of the feelings that have been brewing in your heart for so long.

What you two have has long since surpassed the boundaries of a normal friendship.

Your feelings for each other have grown quietly through the small moments of everyday life. The fact that you now want to take this final step—to elevate this deep bond into romantic love—is a testament to your courage and sincerity, and it’s truly moving.

This confession isn’t just a string of words. It’s an ode to the time you’ve spent together, to every sunrise and sunset you’ve shared. It deserves to be treated with a sense of occasion that is profound, tender, and uniquely yours.

After hearing you out, I’ve summarized a few key points for you.

Given the nature of your relationship, your confession should follow four core principles: Profound, Sincere, Exclusive, and Pressure-Free.

The confession needs to be rooted in your shared memories: Evoke those unique moments that belong only to the two of you.

Demonstrate your deep understanding and appreciation for him: Make him feel that you love him not for his superficial qualities, but for the unique individual he is.

Create a safe, low-pressure environment: The setting for your confession should be as private as possible. Give him space and respect, allowing him to feel comfortable rather than pressured to respond.

Create an unforgettable sensory experience: Leave a lasting impression by engaging multiple senses—sight, sound, taste, and so on.

Express hope for the future: Hint at or clearly state your vision for a shared future together.

Here is a confession plan tailored to your deep bond. Feel free to choose from it or combine elements based on his personality and your relationship dynamic:

I’m calling this plan: A Journey Back in Time (Immersive, Nostalgic, Soul-Stirring)

Transform your shared living space, or another memorable location, into a time tunnel filled with emotional landmarks.

Meticulously plan the locations: Choose several spots that hold great significance for you both (these can be different corners of your home or places outside where you share memories):

The place where you first met or had a "deep exchange." (Next to this, a special heart symbol was drawn. Su Yuqing didn’t get it, but Chen Xi had understood immediately. She had inwardly cursed her friend for being so cheeky—she was still an innocent maiden back then, what "deep exchange" could they have had?)

A corner where you went through a difficult time or a "significant event" together. (There was another special heart next to "significant event," making Su Yuqing assume it was just a quirky habit of the friend’s.)

The sofa where you often ate together, watched movies, or had late-night chats.

A place filled with memories of laughter or tears.

A place where you once dreamed about the future together.

It was as if every sentence in this section conjured a different scene she had shared with Chen Mo.

The friend’s summary, she had to admit, was incredibly on-point and precise.

Just recalling these scenes brought an unconscious, honey-sweet warmth to Su Yuqing’s heart.

Set up memory triggers: At each "station," leave a carefully prepared "artifact."

This could be an old photo of you two, a small related object (a gift from him, something you bought together, a movie ticket stub), a small card where you’ve written down your feelings about a memorable moment, or a voice recording of what you wanted to say back then.

Guide him to discover these items in a way that feels natural and spontaneous.

Finally, choose a private, comfortable, and atmospheric spot for the most important part: the heartfelt confession.

As for the confession itself, I went to great lengths to gather advice from friends and have put together a few suggestions for you to consider.

What to Say: "The reason I set up all these little memories isn’t to dwell on the past. It’s to show you that every day I’ve spent with you has added the most essential color to the canvas of my life."

"Your [mention specific qualities you admire]... all of it has made me absolutely certain of one thing..."

(Note: This is where you pause. Look him directly in the eyes, your gaze full of affection. Try to soften your eyes, then gently say what follows.)

"I don’t want to just be the friend who shares a home with you anymore."

"I want to be the person who can rightfully be by your side for every sunrise and sunset to come, the person who faces the world with you and shares in all your joys and sorrows."

"I love you. And it’s the kind of love that comes after long and careful thought—the kind that makes me want to spend the rest of my life with you."

"These feelings have been brewing in my heart for so long."

(Note: This is another crucial moment. Do not, under any circumstances, make him feel pressured to give you an answer right away. You must immediately follow up with this next part.)

"I’m not telling you all this because I need an answer right now."

"I just feel that after everything we’ve been through, you deserve to know the truth of how I feel."

"Whatever you’re feeling at this moment, please know that our time together has been priceless to me. And however we decide to define our relationship going forward, I will respect your timing and your choice."

"You just need to know that, to me, you’re already an indispensable part of my life."

Dearest Xi, the above is just a plan with some key points I came up with. If he feels the same way and wants to spend the rest of his life with you, he will surely respond right away. If he hesitates, well, then we’ll have to reconsider our approach.

Take a look and let me know if there’s anything else you want to discuss. I absolutely love talking about this stuff with you.

Anyway, I’m wishing you a successful confession in advance! I’m already waiting for my wedding invitation.

Su Yuqing read the entire email in one go. She was deeply moved, as if something had just clicked into place for her.

PS: The recent plot points are crucial, which makes them incredibly difficult to write. On top of that, I’ve been suffering from some nervous exhaustion lately, so I apologize for the delayed update. For the next few days, the update time will likely fluctuate between 12:00 PM and 2:30 PM. I’ll do my best to get back to a regular schedule and will let you all know when that happens. Thank you all for your support. And to that "math genius" reader—please stop spamming donations...