She speaks in a light and cheerful tone, almost like singing, and greets people with grace and poise.
There was no trace of timidity in Shu Ying; she was a flower being nurtured and grown under loving care.
But when facing Xie Zhiyan, her beautiful face was always cold; intellectuals who had returned from studying abroad carried their own unique pride.
Shu Ying is cultured and speaks eloquently, but she never gives them a friendly look.
The saying that marriage should be between equals has been true since ancient times.
"Zhiyan, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that we are like brothers. It's your decision to do whatever you want, and I really shouldn't stop you too much. But I just can't bear to see you ruin your future. These past years have been tough on the front lines. Has Shuying ever sent you a letter home?"
Everyone knows that the pocket watch with Shu Ying's photo in Xie Zhiyan's hand is his lifeline.
"How could a high-and-mighty heiress like her possibly look down on brutes like us? Wake up!"
Xie Zhiyan's back was a little stiff, but when he thought of Shu Ying packing his luggage before he left, her face with her head down, his voice became more and more certain.
“She must have her own reasons. Since she chose to marry me, she will naturally keep her promise. I don’t need to think about anything else. I just know that I shouldn’t let her feel heartbroken. If she has other choices, I will respect them. But I shouldn’t ignore her under the guise of doing what’s best for her. That’s not doing what’s best for her. That’s just selfishness and hypocrisy.”
At least, no one would refuse to live a good life.
Even if Shu Ying had other plans, he should have consulted her.
Instead of assuming that she would be happier after leaving him.
Qi Zecheng felt a lump in his throat. He wanted to persuade Xie Zhiyan to weigh the pros and cons, but Xie Zhiyan simply wouldn't listen.
Even if Shu Ying married him back then, it was most likely just because of the marriage contract, rather than because there was any real affection between them.
But Xie Zhiyan is so clever, how could he not see it?
He simply refused to admit that even though Shu Ying didn't like him, he still devoted his heart to her wholeheartedly.
"Forget it, forget it. You've always been this way. Once you've made up your mind, I can't change it with just a few words. Even if something really serious happens, can't you take care of yourself first? With your injuries like this, you'll just scare her again!"
Xie Zhiyan glanced down, hesitated slightly, and then Wang Qiang walked over from a distance with a dejected look on his face.
Qi Zecheng held out a hand: "What's wrong, Qiangzi? I just saw on the phone that it's your turn already. You called home, why aren't you happy? You can all take leave to visit your family now, go back and spend some time with them."
Wang Qiang looked utterly devastated, tears welling up in his eyes.
"My wife from the countryside remarried, so why should I take leave to visit her?"
Qi Zecheng glanced thoughtfully at Xie Zhiyan beside him: "Before we left, didn't you say that you and your wife had a good relationship? How come you suddenly remarried? Didn't she discuss this with you beforehand?"
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