Shen Qingchen stood in front of the French window, overlooking the bustling city outside, with neon lights flashing and traffic rushing, but his heart was filled with pain and helplessness. The news that his father might have been murdered by Jiang Lingchuan and his stepmother Gu Manqi was like a huge rock, weighing heavily on his heart, making him almost breathless.
His knuckles were white from the strain, and he clenched his fists tightly, the pain in his heart surging like a tide. Every moment of his meeting, knowing, and falling in love with Jiang Zhi resurfaced in his mind: strolling in the park together, watching the sunset hand in hand; cooking at home together, enjoying a warm world for the two of them. Those beautiful times seemed like yesterday, and now he had to make a decision that could destroy it all.
He loved Jiang Zhi, a love that ran deep, greater than his own life. But now, the harsh reality left him with no choice. To protect Jiang Zhi, he had to file for divorce against his will. He knew this decision would cause her immense pain, like a deep gash in her heart, oozing blood. However, if he didn't, his enemies would likely target Jiang Zhi, and he couldn't imagine the danger she would face.
Shen Qingchen's mind constantly weighed the pros and cons, each scenario making his heart clench tighter. He thought of the sinister faces of Jiang Lingchuan and Gu Manqi, who would do anything for their own gain, even going so far as to attack his own father. And Jiang Zhi, she was so kind and innocent, she didn't deserve to be dragged into this dark dispute.
He turned and slowly walked towards his study, his steps heavy as if each was treading through mud. The room was filled with the faint aroma of ink and books, but at the moment, he had no desire to feel it. He sat at his desk, his eyes fixed on their wedding photo. In the photo, Jiang Zhi smiled brightly, her eyes filled with longing for the future and love for him. He gently stroked the photo, tears welling in his eyes.
"Zhi'er, I'm sorry... I really don't want this to happen, but I have no choice." He murmured to himself, his voice full of pain and helplessness.
He picked up a pen and wanted to write a letter to Jiang Zhi to explain his difficulties, but he stopped after writing a few words. He felt that any words seemed so pale and powerless at this moment. He didn't know how to tell Jiang Zhi about this cruel decision.
Shen Qingchen fell into deep entanglement and pain. Time passed by minute by minute, but he seemed to be in a long dark tunnel, unable to find the exit. He recalled their vows, those promises about being together for a lifetime, which were now about to be broken by his own hands.
He stood up and paced back and forth in his study, the pain in his heart like an ant on a hot pan, making him restless. He thought about how Jiang Zhi's life would change after the divorce, whether she would be heartbroken, whether she would never recover. These thoughts were like sharp thorns, piercing his heart.
"No, I can't give up our relationship so easily. There must be other ways." Shen Qingchen suddenly stopped, a hint of determination flashing in his eyes. He began to rethink the countermeasures, trying to find a way to protect Jiang Zhi without hurting their feelings.
He picked up the phone and dialed the number of a trusted friend.
"Hello, it's me, Shen Qingchen. I have something to discuss with you. My father may have been murdered by Jiang Lingchuan and Gu Manqi. I am worried about my child's safety. I want to protect her, but I don't want to divorce her. Do you have any good suggestions?" Shen Qingchen said anxiously.
A friend's voice came from the other end of the phone: "Qingchen, this matter is indeed very tricky. How about you send Jiang Zhi to a safe place first, find some reliable people to protect her, then you can secretly investigate your father's affairs, and when the matter is resolved, bring her back."
Shen Qingchen listened to his friend's advice and fell into deep thought. Although this method was feasible, he knew Jiang Zhi's character. She would definitely not be willing to leave him alone to go to a strange place. Moreover, he couldn't bear to let her face the fear of the unknown alone.
"No, Zhier won't agree. She will definitely want to face it with me. Besides, I'm not at ease sending her away. I'm afraid Jiang Lingchuan and the others will find her." Shen Qingchen said helplessly.
"Then do you have any other options? If you don't divorce, Jiang Zhi will most likely become their target, and you may regret it even more then." The friend reminded.
Shen Qingchen was silent. He knew that what his friend said was true. His heart was full of contradictions and struggles. On the one hand, he had a deep love for Jiang Zhi, and on the other hand, he was worried about her safety.
After a long period of thinking, Shen Qingchen finally decided to choose divorce. He knew it was a painful decision, but he thought it was the best way to protect Jiang Zhi at the moment. He decided to secretly pay attention to Jiang Zhi's every move after the divorce and do his best to protect her safety.
He picked up the pen again and wrote a letter to Jiang Zhi, which was full of his love and helplessness for Jiang Zhi. He explained his difficulties and hoped that Jiang Zhi could understand him. He put the letter in an envelope, sealed it carefully, and prepared to find a suitable time to give it to Jiang Zhi.
The author has something to say:
This chapter primarily describes Shen Qingchen's pain and helplessness upon learning his father may have been murdered, and his difficult decision to divorce in order to protect Jiang Zhi. Shen Qingchen deeply loves Jiang Zhi, but reality forces him to make this choice. This conflict and struggle reflects his deep affection for Jiang Zhi and his helplessness in the face of reality. I hope this chapter will allow readers to more deeply understand Shen Qingchen's complex emotions, laying the foundation for the subsequent development of the story. It will also provoke readers to reflect on the conflict between love and reality.
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