If Liu Zixi truly loves Nangong Chen, he won't be influenced by the various people around him. If he wavers, it means their relationship isn't what it seems, and Xiang Wan won't concern herself with Liu Zixi's future. After all, it's his own choice, and he has to bear the consequences. Love, ah, if one can hold onto the beauty in their heart when faced with temptation, that's true love, and Xiang Wan has nothing to say. In this life, she only separated the two; she didn't directly intervene, which was already out of consideration for Liu's parents.

Liu Zixi hadn't seen Nangong Chen for many days. He didn't dare call him, afraid of hearing those vile words from Nangong Chen's mouth again. Maintaining this forbidden relationship was already difficult enough, but to be criticized by the other party was even more devastating. Liu Zixi's inner world was crumbling. His roommates, classmates, teachers, and friends all looked at him with strange eyes, shattering his pride and confidence. Nangong Chen's doubts were the final straw. After leaving Nangong Chen's villa, he had nowhere to go and had to ask his only kind sister for help again.

Although he knew it was wrong to be with Nangong Chen, he was willing to drop everything to protect their relationship with just one affirming look from him. But one of them had already left, leaving him all alone, as if the whole world had abandoned him.

He had no friends, no supportive companions, no one who understood him; loneliness and fear lingered in his heart. Since moving into this apartment, he rarely went out, afraid of encountering people who would look at him strangely. But a few days later, the man next door came uninvited, gradually became familiar with him, and confided his troubles to him.

It turned out that the man was also gay. He had finally found someone who shared his interests, and he could finally confide in someone. He eagerly told the man about his troubles, and the man did not disappoint him, constantly comforting and reassuring him. Just when he thought the two could become best friends, the man suddenly confessed his feelings and expressed his desire to be with him.

Although Liu Zixi made a mistake in matters of the heart, falling in love with his brother-in-law, not everyone could accept that. He initially tried to refuse gently, but the man wouldn't listen and forcefully entered his bedroom, his determined attitude leaving Liu Zixi at a loss.

This is what Liu Zixi has been going through these past few days. His fair complexion and delicate demeanor are likely to attract most gay men who prefer bottoms. Unfortunately, the man living next door is not only a top, but also a top with a complicated background. It was only a matter of time before Liu Zixi succumbed to him.

Xiang Wan put down her chopsticks, took a glass of water, and went to the living room to watch TV. Nangong Chen stayed for a while, then sat down on the sofa with Xiang Wan.

The TV was showing the latest episode, a historical drama that Xiang Wan loved to watch. She was so engrossed in it that she almost forgot Nangong Chen was actually there beside her.

"Wan'er, so you like watching these kinds of things?"

Nangong Chen suddenly spoke up, and Xiang Wan turned to look at him without saying anything.

What are your plans for the future?

It was rare for Nangong Chen to chat with Xiang Wan so calmly, but the topic he started left Xiang Wan completely baffled.

"I mean, if...we're not together anymore, what are your plans?"

Xiang Wan was somewhat surprised. She had clearly stated her intention to separate before, and he had reacted so strongly. Now he was so calm. Could it be that he had come to his senses?

"I don't know. Maybe I'll find another job, or go on a trip, or do something else."

"Wan'er, I know I was the one who wronged you first, and it's understandable that you won't forgive me. Don't take what Grandpa said to heart. Do whatever you want."

I hurt you before because I didn't think things through. I regret it, I regret not recognizing my own feelings sooner.

Since you hate me so much, I won't force you. I'm letting you go because I truly love you.

At this moment, for the first time, Xiang Wan took Nangong Chen seriously. This man, who always prioritized his own will and rarely considered the feelings of others, was surprisingly willing to compromise this time.

"How could you..."

"Why would you suddenly say such things?" Nangong Chen laughed self-deprecatingly, his eyes revealing pain. "Before, I never thought a woman would have the courage to file for divorce, no matter how painful her marriage was, she would persevere."

What you said this morning caused me immense pain, but what Grandpa said just now has brought me to my senses.

You are a woman, and you have the right to pursue the life you want. I can't be so selfish as to forcefully tie you to my side.

My mother… never mind, there's no point in talking to you about this. Tomorrow I'll draft a divorce agreement, and after I sign it, we'll have absolutely nothing to do with each other anymore.”

After saying these words, Nangong Chen got up and walked towards his room.

Watching him climb the stairs step by step until his figure disappeared into the stairwell, Xiang Wan remained silent.

Although divorce was the outcome she wanted, hearing it from Nangong Chen's mouth filled her with no joy.

It's good that we're divorced; now we can get some things done.

No one knows what Nangong Chen and Nangong Xiong discussed, but Xiang Wan actually got her divorce certificate smoothly with Nangong Chen. Nangong Chen didn't treat her badly; he left Xiang Wan the villa they had built during their marriage, along with some financial compensation, which Xiang Wan refused.

Aside from what she used, Xiang Wan didn't want to keep anything else. Since she was leaving, she wanted to have no further connection with the original owner of this body. After all, she had only come to help the original owner fulfill her wishes and didn't want to tarnish the original owner's reputation.

Xiang Wan left the Nangong family mansion discreetly, taking only Nangong Chen's water cup. No one noticed except Nangong Yu.

"Little girl, remember to miss me!"

Looking at Nangong Yu's smug smile, Xiang Wan really wanted to slap him in the face.

After slamming the car door shut, Xiang Wan returned to the Liu family home. She called Xia Zhi and arranged a time to meet.

In a corner of the coffee shop, Xia Zhi handed Xiang Wan a bag containing hair. It was Nangong Jue's hair, roots and all, which Xiang Wan had asked Xia Zhi to get after their last meeting.

Since she suspected Nangong Chen's parentage, Xiang Wan decided to investigate thoroughly. She took Nangong Chen's cup only because it contained Nangong Chen's lip cells, making a paternity test relatively easy.

After disguising herself, Xiang Wan found a reputable appraisal agency and handed over the two samples.

While waiting for the results, Xiang Wan practiced her painting skills at home. After all, she was no longer a wealthy wife, and she needed to make a living.

Mr. and Mrs. Liu are still abroad, and Xiang Wan speaks with them occasionally. Before leaving, she had already told Mr. Liu that she would let them know when her matter was resolved, and that they could relax and enjoy their trip.

They would also ask about Liu Zixi, but Xiang Wan only said that she had rented him an apartment to stay in temporarily, and that everything was fine for now. The elderly couple could only sigh, hoping that time would heal the rift between the siblings.