The Secret of Second Marriage

I casually remarked, "Does this even qualify as a date?"

For a mature woman like me in my thirties, going to the movies might seem like a rather childish thing to do. If I were still a seventeen or eighteen-year-old girl, I would probably be just as happy to go to the movies with someone I like.

But I did things like watching movies when I was dating my ex-husband.

When Shen Xing heard what I said, her face turned red instantly, and then turned white in an instant.

He said, "Sis, watching a movie is nothing to you, but for me, this is my first real date, and I'll remember it for the rest of my life."

When I heard him say that, I was afraid of hurting my younger brother's feelings, so I quickly changed my words and said, "I really like this date."

Shen Xing then tightened her grip on my hand, grabbed the popcorn and cola, and led me to a private box at the movie theater. We found a seat and sat down.

We found seats in the back row, where there was no one around, perfect for a quiet movie viewing.

We sat on the sofa in the back row.

The movie started soon.

Shen Xing was wearing a black tracksuit. He was not only tall and slender, but also very handsome. He exuded a god-like aura that was impossible to ignore.

Although I am over 30 years old, I am an actress. Every day I diet, do aerobic exercise, practice my lines, and get beauty treatments. I wear a light blue dress with my hair in a slanted braid. I look fresh and refined, like a classical beauty who has stepped out of a painting.

My skin is still fair and snow-white. With light makeup, I don't look over 30. I look like I'm in my 20s.

To outsiders, we are a very eye-catching couple.

The movie started off normally; we both found comfortable spots on the sofa and watched it.

I haven't watched the movie "A Chinese Odyssey" in a long time, and watching it again still brings a touch of sadness.

Halfway through the movie, Shen Xing, who had been sitting on the sofa, suddenly sat up straight, pulled me into his arms, and looked down at me with his bright black eyes, making my heart race.

Inside the screening room, the lights dimmed, and all that could be seen was the glow of the movie screen in the front row. In the dim light, he held me in his arms.

He said, "Man, this movie is quite sad. Actually, I've seen A Chinese Odyssey before, and I've never liked the ending. I don't like the ending where Supreme Treasure gives up the woman he loves most."

If I love a woman, I will never let her go for the rest of my life!

I was almost completely embraced by Shen Xing. His forehead rested against my cheek, and his fresh, masculine scent filled the air, instantly creating an ambiguous atmosphere between us. My face flushed hot.

I said, "This is just what you think in your twenties, it doesn't mean you'll think the same way when you're 30. Shen Xing, people change."

"Sister, you can't give up on men just because you've met one or two jerks. Whether I'm 20, 30, or 50, I will always be responsible for love and devoted to the woman I love."

Because my mother once told me that if you love a girl very much, you should protect her and not let her get hurt. You should move her with your sincerity, instead of deceiving her with your sweet words.

My mother was a very, very good woman, Man. I'll take you to see her sometime. Her grave is in a beautiful place with clear waters and lush mountains. I go back every year for Qingming Festival to burn paper money and kowtow in her honor.

Shen Xing said.

I can sense that Shen Xing's mother must be a very beautiful, sincere, and kind woman.

I said, "Auntie must have been a very gentle woman when she was alive."

"Man, my mom was just too devoted to my dad. If she hadn't loved him so much, maybe she wouldn't have passed away so young."

Shen Xing hugged me from behind very politely, letting me nestle in his arms. He was very proper and didn't do anything out of line. Instead, he said, "My mother never made me hate the world, and she taught me to take responsibility for my actions."

Man, do you know what I admire most about you? It's that you dare to love and hate in your marriage, and when you encounter a cheating and unfaithful scumbag, you can let go of him.

Don't get entangled in a wrong relationship, deceive yourself, hurt yourself, and ultimately drive yourself to a point where there's no turning back.

"Man, you're braver than my mom. You'll definitely find happiness."

I suddenly felt a pang of sympathy for Shen Xing's mother. She was such a kind and devoted woman. For love, she gave up such a precious opportunity to study to her father in those days, and ultimately chose to end her own life for love.

But what's the point? Women should never be head over heels in love with a scumbag who doesn't love them and hurts them.

When I, Jiang Man, discovered my husband's infidelity, even taking sleeping pills wouldn't win him back.

I even know that even if I were to die for him, he would be too busy having fun with his mistress to even glance at my grave.

They might not even visit my grave during the Qingming Festival, and might even think I'm bad luck.

Therefore, only if I live a better life and am happier than my ex-husband will he regret it.

But no matter how much he regrets it, there's no future for me with him.

I was lost in my own thoughts until the movie was almost over. I saw in the movie that Supreme Treasure was about to become the Monkey King and go to the Western Paradise to retrieve the scriptures. He decided to let go completely and leave Fairy Zixia.

Tears welled up in my eyes, and I didn't know why I was crying. Maybe it was because of the 10-year marriage that Jiang had devoted himself to, or maybe it was because of the love that I thought would have a future with President Jiang.

In reality, they all abandoned me, choosing other women along the way, leaving me a lonely middle-aged woman.

Shen Xing suddenly became a little nervous. I could feel his hands trembling and his face turning red.

I couldn't help but ask him with concern if he had been sitting for too long and if his legs were numb or something.

Shen Xing didn't answer my question, but instead pressed his lips against mine...

His sudden kiss made my face burn instantly.

That kiss, as fresh as a freshly picked flower, with its sweet fragrance, instantly made me lose control.

I admit I'm not a woman who's easily swayed by women, but I still couldn't resist the temptation of such an incredibly cute young man.

Shen Xing's kiss wasn't like my ex-husband's, which had been steeped in the worldly sophistication of a life of luxury and debauchery, nor was it like President Jiang's cold and domineering aura of unspoken words and ambiguous closeness. Instead, it was like the scent of grass under the sun, the feeling of summer as a white hem of clothing brushed against youth.

I don't know how to describe it; I can only use the words "pure" and "clean" to describe it...

Although Shen Xing has already contributed quite a few kissing scenes on screen, in front of me he was still like a helpless teenager, so nervous that he couldn't breathe, his hands not knowing what to do, trying to find some feeling.

Perhaps this is just the behavior of a normal man.

He finally restrained himself from touching me indiscriminately, and very gently put his arm around my waist, kissing me for a long, long time... until I couldn't breathe.

As the movie was about to end, the theater lights came on again, and the private box became clearly visible.

Shen Xing and I, like a couple secretly dating, immediately let go of each other's hands, pretended nothing had happened, picked up our things, and prepared to leave the cinema.

I saw Shen Xing blushing and looking at me with deep affection.

I avoided his predatory gaze, feeling as if he had never been in a relationship before, picked up my bag, and prepared to leave my seat.

Shen Xing quickly stepped forward to my side and grabbed my hand.

I haven't decided whether to accept this puppy's advances. Although the kiss was innocent and sweet, I still felt he was a bit abrupt and presumptuous. I couldn't help but throw a little tantrum, being stubborn and a little angry in front of him.

I flung his hand away and said, "Mind your manners, I'm your sister."

"Sister, how about a relationship between us, a younger man and an older woman?"

Shen Xing coaxed me.

I haven't been in the mood lately.

I say.

"Sis, I just stole a kiss from you, are you angry?"

Shen Xing asked.

"No"

I say.

Shen Xing said, "Yes, I did. Sis, I'm sorry, I couldn't help but kiss you just now. Hit me a couple of times if you want."

"I already told you I'm not angry."

I said, "It's been a while since I left the ward, I need to hurry back. Shen Xing, where's your phone? Hasn't your agent contacted you?"

"Sis, don't go back so soon, okay? Stay with me a little longer. I want to spend more time with you. I've blocked my manager's number, so he can't contact me right now. I'll unblock him after we're done with our date."

Do I not want anyone or anything to interrupt our date?

Shen Xing said.

"Aren't you afraid your agent will contact you about important events?"

I stared wide-eyed.

Shen Xing said nonchalantly, "Sister, actually I don't have that strong a career ambition. I'm fine as long as I can support myself by filming a few movies."

Besides, my dream is to open a farm, raise some ducks and chickens, plant some fruit trees, and live that kind of secluded, idyllic life.

You said we should raise a cat and a dog, build a Chinese-style house, plant a few acres of tea, raise some chickens and ducks, and film movies when we have time, and live in seclusion when we don't want to film anymore.

How about we bring Tangtang and her family of three?

"Shen Xing, I hope you will always keep a youthful spirit."

I say.

But I am not the same kind of person as him. I have never thought of escaping reality and hiding in a paradise. Even in a paradise, there are still human relationships and social customs.

A woman can live without a man's love, but she cannot live without the ability to earn money...

I don't believe in love, but I believe in bread.

Shen Xing said, "Sister, I know my thoughts are actually quite naive, but I really dislike interpersonal relationships, I dislike the backstabbing and infighting on set, and I dislike so many people fighting tooth and nail for a single shot on the big screen, fighting to the death on set."

I don't like being billed in the top billing, and I don't like pandering to fans. I like being myself. I want to make some money while I'm young, and after I turn 35, I plan to retire. At that time, I'll own a tea plantation and a farm, and live the life I want.