EpilogueThe afternoon breeze swept gently through the public park. The sound of footsteps came to a halt before a large tree, from where a medium-sized shrine could be seen in the distance. It wasn’t the first time Peng Lu Xian had walked past this place, but it was the first time she had stopped and gazed at it for so long. She watched a woman emerge from the shrine with a sorrowful expression. When another visitor arrived and stepped closer, the woman muttered softly to herself,“This must be the place. They say if you pray for love here, your wish will be granted.”Lu Xian stood silently for a while, watching until everyone had left. Her empty heart, weighed down by the pain of love, made her skeptical that the heavens would truly grant a wish so easily. But if what people said was true, then it wouldn’t hurt to try.Sh
Special III Love is beginning.Tharatchanan released her grip on his shirt and took a step forward, wrapping her arms around Sarunphat from behind. It wasn’t love that drove her action, it was a desperate attempt to ease the pain.“Can you sleep with me?” she asked, her voice trembling. Was it a reckless thought or a deeply buried desire? She didn’t know. All she knew was that if it could soothe her pain, even just a little… “Just this once. I promise we’ll get a divorce tomorrow. Please.”Sarunphat stood frozen, shocked by her words. He was so confused by his feelings toward this woman—was he starting to care for her as more than just his wife? He wasn’t sure.But deep down, he knew this wasn’t supposed to happen.Tharatchanan let go of him, wiping her
Special II A Clear Feeling.Tharatchanan replied and waited for the other person to respond, but he read the message without replying. She figured he must think she was a terrible person. Before she could put her phone away, another call came in. Her round eyes glanced at the number on the screen, and she reluctantly answered.“You’re not calling to scold me, are you?” she asked sarcastically.No. I just wanted to ask where I can pick you up.Her expression shifted to one of surprises. “Are you sure? I’m at a blind date,” she replied hesitantly.[So, where should I pick you up?]“At the restaurant…” Tharatchanan didn’t reject his offer to pick her up, knowing it would be late by the time the evening ended. Still, she was surprised that he had called
The workday dragged on until it was finally over. Tharatchanan gathered the papers scattered across her desk, putting everything in order, before grabbing her bag and clocking out of the company. Each day felt unbearably long and monotonous: waking up early, heading to work, coming home, eating, and going to bed. Even though she had begun speaking more with her husband over the past month, their relationship had not deepened into anything resembling affection.As she stepped out of the elevator, her steps halted when her phone rang in her bag. She reached in to check the caller ID.“What’s the matter?” Tharatchanan asked as soon as she saw her husband’s name on the screen. It was rare for him to call or even initiate a conversation with her.Nothing. Mother mentioned that you wouldn’t be coming home for dinner today, so she asked me to check if you’d be back later.Hearing that made her feel a twinge of self-pity, thoug
Chapter 58 A Familiar Feeling.The long, sweet night had passed, giving way to a quiet weekend morning. The tiny figure on the bed stirred, her heavy eyelids fluttering open. She glanced at the space beside her before mustering what little strength she had to sit up. Her hips ached deeply, leaving her almost unable to move. Her round eyes scanned the silent room, finding no trace of the man.The door opened suddenly, and she quickly pulled the blanket up to cover her body, her gaze darting to Yin Yue as he walked in.“You’re awake,” he said, approaching her.Ladapha nodded in response, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment. She shifted to get off the bed, but her trembling legs had little strength left. The corner of Yin Yue’s mouth lifted into a small smile as he moved to lift her in his arms. His sharp eyes took in her b
Chapter 57 Steps to Restore Memory.Unconsciously, Yin Yue’s body moved, closing the distance between them. He pushed her petite frame against the wall, capturing her lips in a deep, yearning kiss. The intensity left her breathless, forcing her to push him away. Yet, the brief pause gave him just enough time to let his tongue slip past her defenses.“Umm…” she moaned softly in protest, but the sound only deepened his resolve. Reluctantly, she broke away from the kiss, her face flushed and her breathing uneven. Yin Yue gazed at her beautiful, shy expression as she looked away. Gently, he lifted her chin, forcing her eyes to meet his again, and placed a teasing kiss on her lips, one that sent her senses spiraling.Ladapha felt her body betray her; it ignored her mind’s commands entirely. She let her desires take over, surrenderin