My Alleged Husband

Chapter 1548: Chapter 1342: Age

At this age, I no longer settle like I used to. I hover between ideals and reality, never closing myself off. Some things I know I can’t force, yet I still refuse to let go.

Zhang Yichen knew his wife was talking with Chen Gang now. His heart was a mix of emotions. He knew this should not be happening, but still chose this outcome. Does this woman really see him as worthless in her eyes? Why does she still sneak out to see him secretly? What does she really think of him?

Zhang Yichen encountered Chen Gang and his wife at their meeting place. He saw how happy they were together, laughing so joyously. His wife hadn’t laughed like that with him in ages. Had he really done something wrong? Had he truly hurt anyone between them?

”Zhihan, I don’t know why you came here to meet Chen Gang today. Do you know you’ve betrayed me once again behind my back? I’ve said you can go anywhere, meet anyone, but at least you should inform me first.

Do you really think you still represent my wife like this? My wife wouldn’t do such things to hurt me. Do you realize that your actions have completely shattered my trust in you? If you truly want me to trust you again, then why do these things? Trust isn’t easily given. If you trusted me just a bit more, we wouldn’t be in this situation. In the end, everything is your own decision. Why put yourself in such an embarrassing situation?”

I remember that day when you begged me to forgive you, to trust you more. So I ask now, is this the trust you wanted from me? Is this how you treat me after asking for trust—sneaking out to meet your classmates and leaving me in the dark? What do you think of me?”

Ran Zhihan knew that her husband misunderstood her once again, but she felt powerless. She didn’t know how to explain these concepts to her husband. All she knew was that no matter what she did, her husband wouldn’t believe her because he had no trust in her. Could a marriage without trust ever be happy? She couldn’t help but reflect internally.

”Yichen, this isn’t what you think. Chen Gang is leaving for abroad, so I wanted to meet him for a final talk. I didn’t expect you to come at this time. Can you trust me? Don’t doubt me like this, and don’t look at me with such suspicious eyes.”

”He’s going abroad, and you secretly meet him without thinking I’d misunderstand? What does this mean? Do you want to run away with him? Or are you reluctant to leave and want to go with him? If you have any thoughts, tell me clearly. Don’t do things behind my back that make me sad and embarrassed. Your every move represents my entire family. You’re bringing shame to my family. What are your intentions? I’ve made a choice, believing it’s the worst decision, yet you continuously deceive me. Do you think I’m a fool?”

”Zhang Yichen, enough, stop saying these things. He’s your wife after all. Aren’t these words making it awkward for everyone? You don’t know, but I’ve decided. I’m letting go; I’m exiting your world. I have no way to continue living with her. Her heart isn’t with me. Even if I force her to stay by my side, she won’t be happy; on the contrary, she’d be deeply pained. I can’t bear to see the woman I love suffer any hurt. Do you understand this kind of feeling? If you don’t, let me explain.

Yes, you’re not wrong in what you think. I do love her, and I can’t bear the thought of losing her. I can’t stand seeing her endure grievances with you and still be willing to stay instead of leaving with me. Do you know how frustrating that is for me? I’m no less than you. So why does the woman I love only love you and not me? Do you understand how much this pains me? But I have no choice. She’s the girl I love most, and I must respect her every decision.

For her, I’m willing to pay any price. And what are you willing to do for her? Yet she, for you, is also willing to pay any price, willing to stay by your side her whole life in happiness. Why can’t you understand her dedication? All she wants is to keep this happy family. And because of my intrusion, your happy family became shattered. All the blame should be on me alone, not on her. Don’t let your anger and punishment fall on her, making her suffer unnecessarily.”

”Chen Gang, shut up. No one’s considering you dumb for not speaking. Why are you meddling in this nonsense? This matter is your fault from the start. And now you dare to show up and yell at me. Who do you think you are? Our marital issues don’t involve you! What we should do is our business and no concern of yours. You have no right to prevent us from doing anything. So stop these pointless actions!”

”No matter what I say, you won’t believe me. But I solemnly tell you now, I’ve withdrawn. I won’t disturb you two again. But I hope you remember, if she ever feels sad and has nowhere to go, and you happen to abandon her, I won’t hesitate to take advantage and bring her to me. I will make her the happiest woman in the world, and she will never suffer even the slightest grievance. I will ensure she lives joyfully.

I will never be like you, letting your wife suffer humiliation over minor issues, not wiping out all your trust in her over trivial matters. Such a man is not worthy of having the most perfect girl in the world. You know, I really want to punch you now, but I can’t, for I can’t bear to see my beloved woman feel sad...”

When I began to grow nostalgic, everything changed.