Chapter 87: Redemption of the Soul

The moment the truth was revealed, it felt as if the whole world stood still. Su Wanqing stood in the courthouse lobby, watching as the shadows that had once haunted her heart slowly dissipated. She had replayed the murder of her parents in countless dreams, tormented by pain and a burning desire for revenge. But today, at last, everything had been brought to light—the truth had surfaced.

Yet, even though the truth had been unveiled, the pain didn't immediately vanish. Instead, she felt a profound exhaustion and emptiness, as if the massive weight pressing down on her heart for years had finally been lifted, only to leave behind a hollow void.

Lu Chenzhou stood beside her, silently watching. He understood that although justice had been served and the truth discovered, her inner wounds would not heal overnight. Su Wanqing had always been strong and resolute, but precisely because of that, she had buried too many emotions and sorrows deep within her. Now, all those feelings surged up like a tide—uncontrollable and overwhelming.

"Wanqing, let's go," Lu Chenzhou said softly, his voice gentle yet firm.

She glanced at him and gave a slight nod. The two walked side by side out of the courthouse. It was a bright early morning, the sun piercing through the clouds and casting warm light on the ground. That sunlight fell on them, warm and brilliant, but Su Wanqing's heart was still filled with complex emotions. She was no longer the girl who lived solely for revenge—but she also knew she had to learn to let go of the heavy burdens and face life—and herself—anew.

A few days later, Su Wanqing sat in her simple apartment, case files and documents spread out before her. Her fingers brushed over the pages, but her mind was elsewhere. She had carefully reviewed everything from start to finish, confirming the accuracy of every detail and ensuring that those in the criminal organization had all been brought to justice. The law had prevailed—but peace still eluded her.

Lu Chenzhou didn't disturb her. He simply stayed quietly by her side, doing what needed to be done. He knew Su Wanqing didn't need comforting words—what she needed was time and space to process everything. During this time, he had become her only support. They spoke little, but a single glance of concern or a warm look was enough to soothe each other.

One night, Su Wanqing finally decided to step outside, to make a change, to face both her past and her future. She took off her heavy black suit, put on a simple white blouse, and stood before the mirror to fix her hair. In that moment, she felt like an entirely different person. Taking a deep breath, she resolved to embrace her future, however imperfect, with all the regrets and defiance still in her heart.

"Let's go," she said to Lu Chenzhou.

The look in her eyes at that moment made Lu Chenzhou feel as if he were seeing a brand-new Su Wanqing. They had weathered so many storms together, but now she seemed ready to lay down her burdens and meet the new version of herself head-on.

They came to a quiet little park. Su Wanqing sat on a bench, gently closed her eyes, and let the breeze caress her face. She had never before taken the time to quietly appreciate the beauty of life. The pain, the past—they all seemed to be slowly drifting away. She knew that although her journey had been filled with hardship and trials, it was those very experiences that shaped the strong and mature woman she had become.

"How do you feel now?" Lu Chenzhou asked, his voice soft and filled with deep concern.

Su Wanqing smiled faintly, slowly opened her eyes, and looked at him. "Much better. Truly."

Lu Chenzhou nodded, reaching out to gently hold her hand. In that moment, words became unnecessary. The warmth between their palms conveyed all the support and understanding they needed. Yes—the pain and confusion of the past had found their resolution in this moment.

"Let's move forward together, shall we?" Lu Chenzhou's voice was low and steady, like a heartfelt invitation.

A soft light shimmered in Su Wanqing's eyes. She looked at him, her gaze filled with trust and reliance. "Mm. I will."

The Su Wanqing of the past had never truly believed in the concept of "future." To her, the future had always been something uncontrollable—uncertain and full of fear. And so, she lived under the shadows of the past, unable to truly let go. But after all this time—after reflection and growth—she finally understood: the future wasn't distant or unreachable. It was within her grasp, and only by stepping forward could she meet it.

"Chenzhou… thank you," Su Wanqing whispered. "You helped me see that life isn't just pain and struggle—it also holds beauty and hope."

Lu Chenzhou smiled and gently patted her hand. "You don't have to thank me. You deserve it all. You've always deserved better."

They sat in silence, savoring the peace of the moment. Everything from the past seemed to finally be laid to rest, and their hearts began to open up to the future.

"Let's go see more of the world together—no matter what lies ahead," Lu Chenzhou said with quiet resolve.

"Alright," Su Wanqing nodded with a smile.

At this moment, all the pain and trials had passed. Together, they would welcome a brighter tomorrow. Through storm or sunshine, they would no longer be apart. Su Wanqing had finally found the redemption of her soul—and her story with Lu Chenzhou was just beginning.