When he woke up, he saw the letter lying alone on the table. He got up and, as if possessed, opened the letter again. He was bound by her letter and could not help but read it hundreds and thousands of times until every word was engraved in his heart.
grown ups:
Did you sleep well last night? I added some of the sedative medicine that Dr. He prescribed to my hangover soup. It worked well, didn't it? I rely on it to fall asleep every sleepless night.
Actually, pretending not to care, pretending to be calm, pretending to be indifferent is really tiring, and it's even more painful than actually crying.
I remember telling you that I didn't know about the "virtues and precepts for women," but I did know them. Even without my nanny's guidance, I knew that men were destined to have multiple wives and concubines since ancient times. How many men could only marry one wife in their entire lives? At least I wasn't that lucky. I also understand the importance of having children for men. I know that even without Luo Wenpei, there would be others; it's just a matter of time. As for me, I'm just unwilling to bow my head and admit this unchangeable fact.
What woman, after the wedding ceremony, doesn't wish for her husband to remain faithful to her forever? What woman doesn't wish for a harmonious and loving marriage, holding hands for a lifetime, and never abandoning each other? Who would willingly face a day when they are estranged from their husband, watching him be with other women, sharing meals and sleeping together?
I can't do it, and I don't want to spend every day waiting for your favor; those days are too agonizing. Repeated disappointments, leading to utter despair, and losing my true self, focusing all my energy on jealousy and anger—that's too ugly. I don't want to become that kind of woman, making you despise me, like Aunt Shao before.
I admit, I'm too selfish. To live comfortably, I could even abandon my infant child. But you don't know how important this life is to me, how much suffering I endured to earn it, and therefore I must cherish it. My lord, I have more important things to do than compete for your favor. Actually, if you think about it carefully, compared to a good life, I don't necessarily need you, just as you don't necessarily need me.
I'm leaving, I'll go as far as I can, but I'll never forget the kindness you showed me, your gentleness, thoughtfulness, and love. Those are the most beautiful and unforgettable memories of all my life.
With Luo Wenpei by my side, I can leave with peace of mind. But please promise me that no matter how much you favor another woman or how many children you have in the future, you must not neglect Xiaobao. Do not give those women any opportunity to take advantage of you and hurt him for their own selfish interests. If I find out that you dare to cause him even the slightest harm, I will kill you even if I become a ghost.
Finally, as husband and wife, I wish you and your next wife happiness, and I wish you and Luo Wenpei a lifetime of love and happiness.
One last thing: don't look for me. I won't go back with you unless you take my body back with you.
Respectfully submitted by You Shuyao, a woman from a humble background
His eyes turned bloodshot as he stared at the words. This heartless little thing dared to wish him and another woman eternal love! Without her, who would he be eternally loving with? Bullshit about a next wife! There will never be a next one besides her!
Suddenly, a flurry of footsteps sounded outside. Xu Chang and Yue Ping, their breaths ragged, rushed in. He, who was usually calm and composed, should have long since learned to handle things with composure, but... he couldn't... His eyes were red, his hair and beard were all messy, and his usually stern, icy face was unusually flustered, revealing a hint of sorrow and helplessness.
"My lord, the lady...."
"Yao'er? Tell me quickly, have you found her!" Huo Jingsha's furrowed brows instantly relaxed, and he immediately jumped up with unbridled joy. Suppressing his dizziness, he grabbed Xu Chang and rushed outside. "Come on, take me to see her quickly."
He wanted to tell her that she had completely misunderstood him. He loved her, and even betrayal, abandonment, and even if that person came back to life and cursed him, nothing could stop Huo Jingsha from loving You Shuyao. He admitted that he was a heartless man, because all the passion he had was devoted to her alone, and now, in order to love her to the fullest, he was willing to bear all the infamy.
Xu Chang grabbed him with a troubled expression. Huo Jingsha turned around and met Xu Chang's hesitant face. He vaguely sensed something was wrong. Now that the person had been found, why was he acting like this?
"Reporting to Your Excellency, Madam... Madam accidentally fell into the water, but she has been brought back and is in the front hall."
Upon hearing this, Huo Jingsha's eyes widened in shock, revealing a look of horror that he had never shown before. The next moment, a metallic taste rose in his throat, and blood trickled down the corner of his mouth. His tall body swayed and he almost fell to the ground, but Xu Chang caught him in time.
"My lord... please accept my condolences." Xu Chang had served the lord for nearly five years and had never seen him so grief-stricken, to the point of spitting blood, a grief he had never felt even when his own brother died.
"Impossible...impossible..." Huo Jingsha muttered to herself in a daze, then pushed Xu Chang away and ran towards the front hall.
Once, the words of a wandering sorcerer entered his mind...
"My lord, you must not kill indiscriminately or be cruel in the future, otherwise you will only increase your karmic burden. Because you have a lot of evil energy, although you can keep yourself safe, it may affect your family, such as your parents, siblings, wife and children. So you should do good deeds."
"You old man, stop spouting nonsense!" Huo Jingsha's face turned ashen, his eyes flashing with cold light. Though unwilling to admit it, the old Taoist was indeed right about everything. Ever since he was favored by the Emperor and sent out every day to confiscate property and exterminate families, his parents had died one after another, and then his only brother died without even having his remains found. As for his wife and children... Thinking of Shu Yao and their unborn child, his face became even more ferocious.
Seeing this, the old Taoist priest laughed instead of being afraid. "Hahaha... I'm just giving you a little pointers, believe it or not is up to you. But I know your wife is gentle and considerate, you should cherish her. If you insist on going your own way, this superficial peace won't last long."
Although Huo Jingsha was skeptical at the time, he still asked, "If I insist on doing things my way, what will happen to my wife?"
The old Taoist priest flicked the whisk from his left hand to his right and firmly uttered eight words: "Life after life, die a violent death."
Upon hearing this, he wished he could immediately whip the arrogant old man to death with his horsewhip.
Seeing the ruthlessness in Huo Jingsha's eyes, the old Taoist continued, "Sir, if you regret it in the future and want to save your wife, you can come here to find me. I have immortal arts that can bring people back to life. But let me make this clear beforehand: these immortal arts are very expensive, at least ten thousand taels of gold. Before you ask me to save your wife, you should carefully consider your own financial situation. If you are afraid of going bankrupt, then don't open your mouth."
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