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Sometimes, I can't help but wonder why people are so afraid to admit their shortcomings.I chuckled and shook my head, replying with a question of my own, "Are you willing to break up with Melvin?"Linda wiped her face and calmly responded, "My involvement with him was just a fleeting attraction, you know."After a brief pause, she added, "Melvin really reminds me of the old you, the one who used to rely on me for everything.""But, Lewis, I've never thought about leaving you."I ignored the first part of her statement, but I believed the latter.After all, no one could fulfill the role of the son-in-law in the Chancers family better than me.But what did it matter?I didn't marry her out of love."Don't dwell on it," I said with a blank expression, looking at her. "Let's just sign the papers and part ways amicably. That's the best conclusion for us."Linda's voice grew hoarse as she shouted at me, "Fourteen years, and you're willing to disregard our history like this? Lewis, don't for
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Linda refused to discuss divorce under any circumstances. She started calling and texting me daily, just like back when we were deeply in love. She shared every little detail of her life, and on several occasions, she even called me late at night from different phone numbers.She claimed to have turned a new leaf, shedding tears during our conversations, expressing regret for her past decisions, and reminiscing about our shared history.After hanging up on her, Melvin contacted me. He sounded somewhat pleased, saying, "Lewis, she broke up with me, stating that she wants to focus on pursuing you. Now she's at the office, gazing at your photos every day, hopelessly in love with you."I chuckled softly in response, not saying much.It wasn't about love, it was about my capabilities. There were plenty of handsome men out there, but she was fixated on me. Why? Because I was intelligent, studious, and knew my own boundaries. She disliked my dominance and independence and abilities but
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"Did you never love her, Lewis?" Melvin asked me, lowering his voice.Did I love her?The answer would always be a resounding yes.On the day when she ran through several streets under the scorching sun just to buy bread I want to eat…When she stood up for me without caring about her own image when others mocked me for being an orphan..When she confessed to me, stumbling over her words three times before finally getting it out...I truly and passionately loved her.But on the day I received the offer to study abroad, I overheard a conversation between her and her mother.In their dialogue, I was merely the prey that had ignited Linda’s conquering spirit.Her description was surprisingly detailed.She scrutinized every aspect, from my looks, personality, and accomplishments, to name a few.In the end, she concluded that I was like a dandelion.My resilience would always prevail, and regardless of how challenging the circumstances became, I would discover a path to endure.She simply w
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That evening, I stood in the darkness for a long time, until my hands turned icy and my feet went numb. It was then that I made a decision. I took the initiative to approach the school and gave up my opportunity to study abroad. The Chancers family held significant influence, and tweaking my plans for studying abroad was an effortless task for them.I preferred taking initiative rather than passively bearing the consequences.I personally dismantled my business, crushing my dreams of studying abroad.Linda aimed to break my spirit and keep me grounded forever.So, I made the choice to start from zero, with the intention of relying on her strength to rebuild.I wouldn't and couldn't afford to lose.Melvin chuckled softly on the other end of the line, "It's not over yet, is it, Lewis? You desire more than just this, don't you?"I nodded and sighed, "You know me too well, Melvin."Of course, it wasn't finished.It couldn't be over.My goal had always been clear: to make the Chancers Co
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After being discharged from the hospital, I returned home. Linda sprawled on the couch, her arm covering her eyes. She looked utterly defeated."Did you set everything up, Lewis?" she asked, her eyes showing a hint of desperation.I knew her life had been tough during my time in the hospital. While I was away, some of the team members I had nurtured decided to leave. As they departed, the Chancers Corporation started falling apart. The corporation seemed on the brink of collapse, and internal problems were tearing it apart.The first department to hit rock bottom was the finance department. Linda had hired some of her lover's relatives for key financial roles, despite my objections. She claimed they were highly skilled professionals and hoped I would train them. But the truth was, these folks were quick but often cut corners, making them a long-term risk.This actually worked in my favor. As expected, the finance department started having issues. Then, under Melvin's guidance
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I avoided Linda's attempt to hold my hand and placed the divorce agreement and the share acquisition contract in front of her."Linda, just sign it," I said calmly.Her dark eyes flickered with a hint of bitterness. "Lewis, are you really that ruthless? I know I was wrong, and I won't contact those other men again."Seeing that I remained silent, Linda grew increasingly agitated. "I merely had an affair, does it really warrant you hating me and seeking revenge to this extent?”She yelled at me, her voice hoarse and terrifying, like a dying wounded beast.Did I hate Linda? Perhaps, there was a time when I did. I used to believe that by offering my sincere heart, I could get another one in return. But later, I realized that what I received in exchange was a sharp knife, one that had stabbed me deeply, causing me to bleed profusely.I raised my glasses slightly on my nose and said, "Linda, I've never been someone who repays kindness with vengeance. When you tried to destroy my business
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Linda looked at me, despair in her eyes for the first time."Lewis—" She tried to speak but couldn't find the words."Linda, don't struggle. You can't win against me," I said."Take advantage of the tiny bit of nostalgia I still have for you and sign the divorce papers now," I continued. "Don't push your luck while I'm still showing you some mercy. You can't afford it."Linda's face turned pale. "Lewis, do we have to do this?""What else?" I stood up, the chair scraping loudly against the floor. "Linda, do you really think that after everything we've been through, we can go back to how things were?""You do know this relationship began with your deceit," I added, looking down at her. "Not to mention what happened later – your emotional and physical infidelity. You've already tainted yourself to the point where I find you disgusting to look at."Really, don't push me any further, Linda."Linda closed her eyes, and when she opened them again, they were calm. "Fine."The process of my di
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On the day when the Chancers Corporation changed hands, I had someone deliver the news to Linda's mother. When something worth celebrating happens, it's only right to share it with others. However, upon hearing the news, she was so shocked that she fell into a coma and has not woken up since.Aware of her condition, I came to the hospital and paid all her medical bills. Standing at the door of the hospital room, I looked at Linda's mother lying in bed, frail and lifeless. Suddenly, I remembered how she looked when she first approached me all those years ago—graceful, arrogant, and condescending."Lewis, being chosen by our dear Linda is your good fortune," she had said back then. "As a mother, I naturally respect her wishes and agree to you becoming our son-in-law."With that, she placed an agreement and some documents in front of me. "Don't rush to refuse. Take a look at these first," she urged. "I've heard that your mother was a highly respected educator during her lifetime. Yo
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