My Alleged Husband

Chapter 2164: Chapter 1997: The Whole World

There was once a time when I naively thought that as long as I existed, even if I missed your whole world, I could still retrieve everything.

Ran Zhihan watched the departing back of her husband, feeling helplessly angry alone; she knew the situation wasn’t as simple as she’d hoped. Once such things happen, they don’t change because of a few pleas or words.

But since this situation has already occurred, what method should she choose to save it? If her husband finds out the truth, the consequences would be unimaginable, a risk no one can afford. So she absolutely cannot take any risks.

Knock, knock, knock...

Ran Zhihan heard her phone ringing and quickly opened it. It was a message from her so-called middle school classmate, Chen Gang. But why did seeing such a message make her inner unease more intense?

”Zhihan, I know, maybe you don’t want to hear me speak right now. I admit tonight’s matter was abrupt, I shouldn’t have been so straightforward in confessing to you. I just couldn’t bear the thought of losing you again; I just want to keep you by my side. So tonight I acted so boldly, I hope you can forgive me.

In fact, your husband doesn’t love you; your inner turmoil and suffering are evident to me. Since that’s the case, why don’t you choose to separate from him and come into my arms? I’ve been chasing you persistently since middle school, yet you won’t spare a glance for me. Am I really useless in your eyes? You won’t even give me a look. Do you know how much I long to accompany you to old age?

Tomorrow night, I’ll be waiting for you at the bar, no matter if you come or not. If you still consider me your classmate or friend, please meet me at least once!”

Watching such a message, Ran Zhihan felt even worse inside, knowing well this was wrong. Yet she worried if not going would leave him waiting in vain all night. She didn’t want such a thing to happen; she didn’t want to owe anyone. When she arrived at the place with a sense of dread, she realized it was all just a setup.

Zhang Yichen saw his wife remain home all day, believing she couldn’t possibly do anything that would embarrass him without his knowledge. But he hadn’t expected her to quietly slip out again in the middle of the night.

Ran Zhihan arrived at the bar, seeing Chen Gang drinking heavily, her heart inexplicably felt a pang of pain. Though the man before her was only a classmate, why did his state cause such distress? Was it because she once liked him?

Reflecting back, when she liked a man but lacked the courage to confess, knowing he was right in front of her. Seeing him sincerely confess to her, she could only cruelly reject him, telling him her innermost thoughts insincerely.

Back then, she felt unworthy of the man before her, outstanding and with top academic achievements. How could a student like her match his status and position? Since she couldn’t give him the best, she shouldn’t hinder him.

”Chen Gang, stop drinking so much at this hour! Do you know this is really worrying?”

”Zhihan, you’re here? Don’t mind me; no one cares how much I drink. Not even if the whole world cares, but it doesn’t come from you. What I want is just a glance from you, to chat a little. I know coming back this time makes things difficult for you; hearing these words troubles you. But consider my feelings; I’ve chased you for so many years, you’re married and have kids, yet I still wait for you. Are you really indifferent?”

”I’ve told you before, there’s no possibility between us. I’m married and have a husband and children. I can’t act as freely as before. I admit I liked you during school, but back then, I thought lowly of myself, unable to match you. If I can’t bring you happiness, I won’t be your burden or hinder your future. I’ve already given up back then; why do you need to return and say such things now? Don’t you think this makes our relationship more awkward and ugly?”

I know what you truly feel inside, and I don’t want my husband to suspect me again just because I came home late last night. He already harbored doubts. I don’t want my hard-earned marriage to shatter due to our few meetings. I don’t want this to happen to me. If you truly love me or have feelings for me, I beg you to consider me and not do such hurtful things. I really can’t bear it!”

After speaking, Ran Zhihan turned to leave, but Chen Gang suddenly pulled her into his arms and kissed her fiercely.

Ran Zhihan widened her eyes, shocked that the man before her forcefully kissed her. If her husband found out, what would the consequences be? All she could think of now were the possible outcomes and consequences she might face. She hadn’t realized her actions were deeply hurting the man before her and her loving husband at home.

”Let me go! Do you know your actions make me look down on you? I’ve told you clearly, why insist on being with me? Do you know this leaves me truly at a loss?

We didn’t have a chance before, and we won’t have one now. Don’t forget that I have a family and children. You’re not the clean, innocent girl you used to be, no need to try so hard to win me over.

Even if you could get me now, you wouldn’t get a complete person. It wouldn’t be fair to anyone. Why not find a perfect girl, marry her, have children, and build a happy life together?”

Today, I finally realize everything was a daydream. No matter what, I cannot achieve the time I once longed for the most. I clearly understand it was nothing but a mistake.