She took a picture of the signed agreement and sent it to Cheng Zhou.

The postscript was only four characters long.

"As you wish."

Then she turned off her phone, picked up her car keys, and left the suffocating home.

She needs to leave, immediately.

Shang Wu and Lu Rang felt a deep sense of powerlessness as they looked at the messages that kept coming in.

Lu Rang rubbed his temples. "These two people..."

Shang Wu sighed. "What do we do now? Should we go talk to Cheng Zhou?"

When they found Cheng Zhou, he was sitting on the floor of his apartment.

Scattered bottles surrounded him, his eyes vacant.

The signed divorce agreement was right next to him.

Shang Wu squatted down and gently advised, "Cheng Zhou, the news has been clarified. It was a misunderstanding. Sister You was just angry for a moment. You two should talk it out and not act impulsively."

Cheng Zhou scoffed.

His voice was hoarse.

"Talk? What's there to talk about?"

“She never believed me. In her mind, I, Cheng Zhou, am just that kind of person, someone who is clean after leaving.”

Cheng Zhou stood up, swaying slightly, to avoid Shang Wu's outstretched hand.

"I appreciate your kindness, but this is between her and me, so please don't interfere."

After saying that, he picked up his coat, turned around and walked out of the apartment without looking back, his back view resolute.

Shang Wu wanted to chase after him, but Lu Rang stopped her.

“A-Wu”.

Lu Rang shook his head. "Never mind."

"This is a hurdle they must overcome themselves; the more we interfere, the more chaotic things will likely become."

Looking at the empty door, Shang Wu felt a tightness in her chest, but she also knew that Lu Rang was right.

When it comes to matters of the heart, it's ultimately best for outsiders to ask.

Shang Wu leaned wearily into Lu Rang's arms.

“I just don’t want to see them like this.”

Lu Rang put his arm around her shoulder and comforted her in a low voice.

"I know that some roads can only be walked alone."

"Some hurdles can only be overcome by oneself; we can't force them or do it for them."

...

That night.

Shang Wu and Lu Rang each sent a very long message to Lu You and Cheng Zhou respectively.

The content is largely the same.

They expressed their heartache at seeing the two of them reach this point, and stated that they understood their emotions at this moment. Finally, they solemnly advised that from now on, they would no longer advise either party on this matter, nor would they act as anyone's emotional confidant.

Lu You and Cheng Zhou need space to calm down and think things through.

When you've truly thought things through and resolved your issues, then come back to them.

After the message was sent, it disappeared without a trace, and no reply was received.

Shang Wu was ultimately stubborn but soft-hearted; she couldn't really sit idly by and do nothing.

Especially when she thought of Yu Wu's adorable appearance, she didn't want to see this family fall apart.

After much hesitation, she still went to the hospital.

Mrs. Cheng has been discharged from the hospital and is recuperating at home. Her complexion has improved considerably.

She was somewhat surprised to see Shang Wu. Her attitude wasn't particularly warm.

"What brings you here, Mrs. Lu?"

Shang Wu didn't beat around the bush.

She put down the tonics she had brought, her tone calm yet firm.

"Aunt Cheng, I've come today to talk to you about Cheng Zhou and Sister You."

Madam Cheng's expression changed slightly, and she became wary.

"I, an old woman, can't interfere in their marital affairs."

Shang Wu looked at her and slowly spoke.

“Aunt Cheng, we understand that you care about Cheng Zhou and hope he is doing well.”

"But some methods may not be suitable for Sister You's independent and strong personality."

"That's what attracts Cheng Zhou to her, not the reason you're asking her to change."

Mrs. Cheng wanted to refute.

Shang Wu raised her hand to stop her and continued, "Having children is the most private matter between husband and wife, and it should be their own decision. Any external pressure, especially coercion from elders, will become a thorn in their relationship."

"The cause of this incident may be complicated, but the initial thorn was planted by you."

"You think your concern is a heavy burden, or even a harm, to them."

Shang Wu's voice was not loud.

Every word struck Madam Cheng's heart.

"A family's harmony lies in mutual respect and understanding, not in one-sided demands and compromises."

"You want Cheng Zhou to be happy, don't you? Do you want his child to be built on his wife's pain and grievances?"

Madam Cheng's expression gradually changed.

She thought of her son's recent haggard appearance.

I remember the argument that day and Lu You's resolute gaze.

She always believed she was right.

At this moment, Shang Wu pointed it out, and for the first time, he felt wavering and a little flustered.

She remained silent for a long time before finally speaking in a low voice, somewhat reluctantly.

"I... I was anxious at the time, I didn't mean to pressure her..."

Seeing that her attitude had softened, Shang Wu's tone also became gentler.

"It's not too late now."

"If you really want what's best for them, perhaps you could try talking to Cheng Zhou."

"Tell him your mind has changed and stop putting pressure on them."

Mrs. Cheng hesitated for a long time, but finally picked up her phone and dialed Cheng Zhou's number.