Lin Lan observed his changing expressions, knowing her words had struck a chord, and continued: “Luo Xuan, no one knows you better than I do! From childhood, you’ve been proud with strong self-esteem, never having been deceived before, so you hate me and resent me! But Luo Xuan, why did I do this? Why go to such lengths? Isn’t it because I love you!”
“Tears began to well up in her eyes. ‘From the first day I saw you, I fell uncontrollably in love. I worked hard to stand out, to become more perfect, hoping to attract your attention. But you were so easily captivated by Chu Chu’s melancholy! Luo Xuan, how could you do this to me! I’m unwilling to accept this and don’t want to give up on you. Without you, I’d rather die! So, I had to lie to you. I’m sorry, Luo Xuan. Please forgive me. I did all this because I love you!’ Her tears fell in large droplets, crying uncontrollably.
For a moment, Luo Xuan was in emotional turmoil. Lin Lan’s words deeply touched him. Reflecting on his recent feelings, he realized his anger was more about Lin Lan’s deception than regret over leaving Chu Chu. Perhaps, as she said, his love for Chu Chu wasn’t true love? Or was he merely attracted to her melancholy? He was bewildered.
Lin Lan cried pitifully, looking fragile and touching. Luo Xuan finally couldn’t bear it. He pulled a tissue from the box on his desk and handed it to her, sighing, ‘Okay, stop crying! Let me calm down and think!’
Lin Lan wiped her tears, gave him a deep look, and silently turned to leave.
Luo Xuan watched her back, collapsing into the sofa chair, staring blankly for a long time. He desperately tried to convince himself that he loved Chu Chu, just not as much as he had imagined. He silently defended himself, a sense of loss rising in his heart.
In the evening, Luo Xuan finally returned to their new home.”
