“`plaintext Jasper was a notorious flirt. After we started dating, he began to change, letting go of his old habits. Everyone said he was deeply in love with me. But later, I saw him with a girl who used to bully me, laughing and saying: “You mean Lydia? Just a dull, unattractive deaf girl. “Not much fun at all.” His half-brother chuckled, “If you’re willing to let her go, that’s for the best. Remember to call her sister-in-law when you see her.” Jasper was completely thrown. On Valentine’s Day, I went to the hospital for a follow-up. “Miss Zhou, your hearing has recovered to 60%. You can start gradually removing your hearing aids.” Hearing this, I could hardly contain my joy. My first thought was to tell Jasper. But sitting in the hospital corridor, I called him three times, and each time he hung up. After waiting a long time, there was still no reply in our pinned chat box. Disappointed, I turned off my phone. Unexpectedly, just as I stepped out of the hospital, I ran into Finn. He was leaning against his car, tall and handsome in a perfectly tailored suit, his every move exuding calm elegance, catching the eyes of passersby. “Mr. Finn,” I greeted him a bit shyly, “What a coincidence.” Finn, the youngest leader of Finn Enterprises. I had heard Jasper complain in my ear more than once about how cold and ruthless his brother was. At this moment, this handsome capitalist pursed his lips and suddenly asked me: “Are you planning to spend the evening with Jasper?” I answered, confused: “Jasper hasn’t replied to my messages, he must still be busy…” Finn let out a barely audible chuckle. Seeing my puzzled look, he softened his voice, almost coaxingly: “That’s okay, I’m not busy now. I’ll take you to find him.” Finn drove me to a club. As I got out of the car, he suddenly stopped me. “Miss Zhou,” his eyes were dark and unreadable, “Do you really like him that much?” I was stunned for a moment, then smiled, “Yes, I really do.” I met Jasper in high school. Back then, because of my hearing loss, I was bullied at school. When I was soaked in foul mop water, shivering like a drenched chicken, a dashing and handsome boy appeared out of nowhere, draping his jacket over me. Through the damaged hearing aid, I couldn’t hear anything, only knowing the hand that pulled me up was so warm and strong. Young feelings stirred like a gentle spring breeze, shadows swaying, a fleeting tremor. For many years after, it was like our first meeting. Finn quietly watched me for a few seconds, then lowered his eyes, “Let’s go inside, it’s cold out here.” I hadn’t had time to speak when he drove off to the parking lot. I had to carry the gift I prepared for Jasper and walk into the club. Through the slightly open door came flickering lights and the smell of smoke and alcohol. Jasper was surrounded by people, eyes slightly narrowed, looking relaxed. I wanted to push the door open but suddenly stopped. A woman sat beside Jasper. Her back was to me, tall and unknown, with red hair shimmering like silk in the intersecting lights. I felt a bit strange inside. Then I heard someone laughing loudly: “Miss Su, you don’t stand a chance. Jasper is already hooked by the Apple Girl, he’s a family man now.” For a moment, my ears burned. My name is Lydia. Apple Girl, that’s referring to me. Jasper was wild and carefree before dating me. Drinking, smoking, racing… he was good at everything fun and indulgent. As for girlfriends, he changed them weekly without much thought. After confessing to me, he restrained himself a lot. Even his friends teased, “Jasper is more obedient than a rabbit in front of his wife, he’ll probably be henpecked in the future.” At this moment, I shouldn’t doubt him. The Miss Su facing away from me chuckled softly. Her voice sounded soft and delicate, with a hint of imperiousness, “Jasper, are you really with her?” Jasper lifted his eyelids, glanced at her indifferently, looking aloof. He took a sip of wine and said, “You mean Lydia? Just a dull, unattractive deaf girl. Not much fun at all.”
Each word was slow, each word was clear. I felt like I had been hit with a blunt object, unable to react. The room fell silent, everyone looked at Jasper in surprise. Miss Su laughed again: “Is that so? I heard she’s been with you for quite a while?” Jasper had a playful smile, acting nonchalant: “So what? “She’s like an apple, not bad but very boring, doesn’t spark desire. “No one would take the initiative to eat one, but if someone eagerly hands it to you, would you refuse?” I stood there in disbelief. I felt cold all over, like a wind was blowing through my bones, the sounds around me gradually fading. In a daze, I seemed to hear Miss Su coyly ask: “She’s a boring apple, then what am I?” Jasper lifted her chin, smiling ambiguously: “You’re my little cherry.” I started shaking uncontrollably, the gift in my hand falling to the ground. Everyone in the room turned to look at me. Jasper was momentarily stunned, then tried to regain his composure and walked towards me. He didn’t know I had heard everything he said. Because I wasn’t sure if the treatment was working, I never told him my hearing was gradually returning. My mind was blank, not knowing what to do, I frantically searched my bag for my hearing aid. It seemed like only wearing the hearing aid would give me a sense of security. When I looked up again, Beatrix was standing in front of me. She smiled brightly, “Why that expression? Miss Zhou, don’t you recognize me?” I trembled all over, my limbs stiff. It felt like being thrown naked into the snow in the dead of winter, needing all my strength to breathe. The woman in front of me was beautiful and radiant, her smile bold and generous, like a kind and pure, high-born princess. But I knew, beneath this facade was a heart of pure malice! Spilled food, foul-smelling water, never-ending taunts and bullying, reckless insults and rumors… How could it be her? It was her! I used all my strength to keep standing. Then I asked Jasper, who stood beside me, “Did you know she led the bullying in high school?” Beatrix stood to the side, smiling. Her expression was gentle, but her eyes held a hint of mockery. Jasper avoided my gaze, speaking nonchalantly, “Really, that happened? I don’t really remember…” At that moment, I understood Jasper’s expression, my heart was clear. I shook my head, tears welling up as I corrected him, “You clearly remember, you clearly know.” But your heart has gradually drifted away. Jasper frowned, “Beatrix is a bit straightforward, but it was just kids playing back then. Lydia, don’t be so sensitive. Besides, why would Beatrix target you? Did you do something wrong first?” The scars he had seen, now dismissed as “sensitive.” He even turned it around, asking if I was at fault first. I once thought the most precious thing in the world was sincerity. But it turns out, sincerity can change. “Jasper, you really make me feel sick.” Though my heart felt like it was being torn apart, I was more determined than ever, “Let’s break up.” Jasper’s face turned cold instantly, his eyes filled with gloomy anger. “Break up?” he sneered, “Lydia, who do you think would want you besides me?” My face was pale, my head throbbing, and I hurriedly turned to leave. “Lydia, don’t regret it!” I won’t regret it. Jasper, I may be weak, but I never regret.
Outside, Finn was still there. His mouth moved, saying something. But my ears were ringing, my steps unsteady, I couldn’t focus on him or think straight. I could only respond unclearly, “My ears, hurt, can’t hear.” The hearing aid was useless. Finn’s eyes showed worry, and something else I couldn’t understand. I didn’t have time to decipher it before I fainted. I had a dream. The dream was chaotic yet familiar. A woman lay in a bathtub, gently beckoning to me. I called “Mom” and ran to her, hearing her sigh, “It would be nice if you couldn’t hear anything.” How could not hearing be good? Mom, I don’t understand. As I got closer, I realized her skin was gray, the bathtub filled with blood. The cold floor was littered with empty pill bottles. I stepped back a few steps, falling down the stairs. Since then, there was no sound in my ears, the whole world seemed quieter than a cold winter night. Looking up, the scene changed suddenly, but the empty pill bottles remained at my feet. Someone picked one up, pouring out a few pills, chewing them like beans. I cried and lunged at him, snatching the pills from his hand, “This is bitter. Little brother, let me give you candy, okay?” He took the candy, silently weeping, not speaking. The scene shifted again, a well-dressed, beautiful young girl curled her lips and said to the person next to her, “The little deaf girl is always so dull, really boring. Cut her dress.” Suddenly someone from behind grabbed my hand. I couldn’t hear his voice, only felt his palm so warm and strong. Hope and joy rose in my heart, I turned and called out, “Jasper!” He affectionately ruffled my hair, smiling brightly. “` I broke into tears and rushed over, snatching the pills from his hand: “These are bitter. Let me give you some candy instead, alright?” He accepted the candy, silently shedding tears, without a word. The scene shifted. A beautifully dressed girl smiled and remarked to the person beside her, “That Little Deaf Girl is always so out of it, it’s boring. Let’s cut her dress, shall we?” Suddenly, someone grabbed my hand from behind. I couldn’t hear his voice, but his touch was warm and reassuring. Hope and joy filled me, and I turned around, shouting, “Jasper!” He affectionately ruffled my hair, his smile bright and cheerful. But in the next moment, his eyes turned cold, and he pushed me forward! I fell into the searing lava. Burning, pain, fear, confusion. I couldn’t escape. Everything blurred, and I felt parched. Suddenly, there was a soft, moist sensation brushing my lips, bringing a calming coolness. I clung tightly, like a child desperate for candy, refusing to let go once I had it. I kept savoring, seeking every drop of that moisture. But the coolness quickly turned into heat, accompanied by deep breaths and an overwhelming affection. “It’s hot.” I frowned, trying to pull away. “Apple Girl…” Someone called softly. I stubbornly moved aside. That person sighed, helpless yet indulgent, filled with tenderness. When he returned, he carefully wiped my forehead, hands, and feet with an alcohol-scented wet towel, repeating the process over and over. Until I escaped the nightmare and fell into a peaceful sleep. I woke up the next day. I was at Finn’s Suburban Villa. He explained, “I was worried the emergency room couldn’t take care of you at night, so I took the liberty of bringing you here and called my Family Doctor.” I nodded and then heard him say, “Miss Lydia, I’m hosting a dinner party here tomorrow. Would you be my date?” I instinctively wanted to escape, “I want to go back to school. My Thesis Project isn’t finished yet…” Finn thought for a moment, looking very serious: “This is the suburbs, you won’t find a ride. “Considering the fluctuations in your hearing condition, I can’t let you drive back yourself. That would violate the Traffic Safety Laws.” … He was right, and he took care of me so well yesterday. I couldn’t say no, so I asked cautiously, “Will Jasper come tomorrow?” “Do you want to see him? If you don’t…” “No, no!” I quickly waved my hand, “It’s fine.” Finn was kind enough to look after me when I was unwell. How could I cause a rift between brothers? Finn didn’t speak. After a long time, he chuckled lightly, his laugh a bit cool, making his gentle yet aloof eyes seem elusive. “Alright,” he said, “If you want, I’ll let him come.”
The Finn Family truly lived up to their reputation as the elite of the Southern Estate. The scene was lavish, with the scent of perfume and the clinking of glasses. The only downside was running into Beatrix. With no one nearby, she dropped her gentle facade: “You talk about breaking up with Jasper, yet you’re still trailing him like a lost puppy. “Lydia, do you even belong at a place like this? Do you deserve it?” I didn’t want to get tangled up with her, so I turned to leave. A vicious glint flashed in Beatrix’s eyes. She suddenly grabbed my hair and pulled me back: “Did I say you could leave? It’s been years, and you’ve grown bold.” I was shaking with anger, gripping Beatrix’s hand tightly. My nails left clear scratches on the back of her hand. Beatrix cried out in pain, her anger intensifying. She violently let go of my hair, yanking off my hearing aid in the process. My gradually recovering hearing had already been lost due to previous stress. Without the hearing aid, I was completely deaf. “Stop!” I shouted, eyes red with anger, trying to stop her. But in the next moment, the hearing aid was crushed under Beatrix’s high heel, mangled beyond recognition. “You…” I was so furious I could hardly breathe, “You’re too much!” Beatrix smirked, “Oh, and what of it?” A fiery rage surged up, almost consuming me. I raised my hand and slapped her hard! “Jia Jia!” I heard Jasper shout from not far away. The commotion drew attention, and people started looking over. Beatrix stood there, stunned, with a bright red slap mark on her face. Jasper quickly came over, looking displeased. He shielded Beatrix behind him: “Jia Jia, what are you doing?” I replied coldly, “What am I doing? Didn’t you see?” Jasper sighed, softening his tone: “I know you came here for me. But you shouldn’t cause such a scene at an event like this. “Jia Jia, apologize to Beatrix, and I’ll forgive you, alright?” I was momentarily stunned. Then it dawned on me—he thought I went through all this trouble to reconcile with him. Can someone really be this shameless? “Jasper, I remember telling you.” I spoke each word clearly, “We’re already broken up.” Jasper’s eyes darkened, “Jia Jia, stop it. Apologize.” I almost laughed, “Jasper, do you want a slap too?” Jasper suddenly tightened his grip on my wrist, his expression filled with a gloomy anger. “Lydia, if you don’t give in, you’ll really have no chance.” In the next moment, someone laughed from afar. Jasper looked past me, his expression changing instantly. A man walked up leisurely, wrapping an arm around my shoulder. His voice was like an immovable force of nature, “In that case, remember to call her sister-in-law when you see her.” I’m sorry, but it looks like the text you want me to translate is missing. Could you please provide the Chinese text that needs translation? 5 Jasper and Beatrix were escorted out by security. They left with expressions of shock and anger. Jasper shouted in a hoarse voice:
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