Breaking Free After My Rebirth

"Just fill in your name and give it to me."Sebastian Holt impatiently tapped the table. I stared at the marriage application, my fingertips gently rubbing the rough edges of the paper as my thoughts drifted.In my previous life, I solemnly filled in my own name as if I were handling a sacred decree, then excitedly dragged Sebastian to buy our wedding things.All I ended up getting was a harsh scolding from him because he was rushing back to take care of Vivian Hayes during her period.Now I just responded dismissively, "I got it."I glanced up at his anxious expression and that hand that kept checking his watch. He was wearing a white shirt today with sleeves rolled up to his elbows, revealing his well-defined forearms.I remembered that Vivian loved this look on him most. She said it made him look clean and refreshed."If you have something urgent to handle, go ahead," I said, suppressing the bitterness rising in my heart while feigning nonchalance."I'll submit it myself aft

I had not seen Sebastian acting this tender and affectionate in a long time."No need. I already ate outside.""How is that possible? Aren't you always reluctant to spend money?"His words stung. I used to be reluctant to spend money, living frugally and spending most of my part-time earnings to buy him things. Now that I was going to university, there would be plenty of expenses, so every penny needed careful planning.I looked up at him, my tone calm as I said, "I remember a few days ago, I gave you the money to buy wedding supplies. You didn't seem to buy anything. Give me the money back."He froze, then awkwardly explained, "That money... Well, I already bought leather shoes for Viv with it."I could not help but curl my lip. How predictable. It was the same old story."Well, if there's nothing else, I'm closing the door. I want to sleep.""I'll give you the money tomorrow." His tone carried some irritation. "We're husband and wife. Do you really need to be so petty?"I

Perhaps Sebastian had noticed, or perhaps he simply did not care.I smiled bitterly, and the last trace of hesitation in my heart vanished completely. So this was what he meant by, ‘I'll treat you well from now on.’The driver took me to the hospital. After a thorough examination, I learned it was fortunately just external injuries and minor internal displacement. I lay in the hospital bed, aching all over, yet my heart felt strangely calm.Late into the night, Sebastian walked in with a weary face. Seeing that I was awake, panic flashed across his features."Rachel, how are you feeling? Any better?"I looked at him coldly without speaking. He rubbed his hands together, explaining uneasily, "Viv was a bit traumatized by the shock. I've been staying with her, so..."He awkwardly fell silent under my stare."Rachel, listen to me. The situation was so urgent, and Viv was closer to me. I instinctively... I didn't know you would get hit."He paused, seemingly searching for the right

Caleb Anderson looked at me, then at Sebastian. He pondered for a moment and said, "Mr. Holt, since you have no relationship with Rachel, you cannot process her withdrawal."I finally breathed a sigh of relief.Sebastian wanted to say more but was interrupted by Caleb. "Mr. Holt, if there's nothing else, please leave. I have work to handle."In the following days, Sebastian continued to haunt me like a persistent ghost. His harassment was unbearable and affected my study efficiency. What made it even worse was that Vivian came too."Seb, please, let's go back and get divorced! I don't want this. I don't want to steal my sister's husband. I-I'm a terrible person..."She tugged at Sebastian's sleeve, sobbing uncontrollably. Sebastian held her tenderly in his arms, gently patting her back."Viv, sweetheart, don't cry. This isn't your fault. We'll go back right now. It's my fault for making you suffer..."Vivian cried pitifully and made a show of kneeling before me. "Rach, I'm sorry

Suppressing the fury rising in my heart, my voice turned ice-cold as I said, "If you truly want to make amends, then live well with Vivian and stop bothering me. That's what’s best for both of us sisters."Sebastian’s eyes dimmed, his voice carrying a trace of unwillingness. "But I always feel like you're the one who should be my wife."My patience finally ran out, and I issued a direct dismissal, "Sebastian, you need to leave. These aren't words you should be saying, and this isn't a place you should be coming to."He rose dejectedly and left my room with heavy steps. Watching his retreating figure, I did not feel even the slightest ripple in my heart.In both lives, he had always wavered between two women, greedily wanting to possess everything.I began to think that since Sebastian and Vivian were already living here, there was no need for me to stay. The Holts' place had never truly been my home anyway.The next morning, I packed my luggage and knocked on Penelope's door. I p