Fire struck, and my wife, who was giving me the cold shoulder, refused to leave. I had no choice but to knock her unconscious and carry her out. Once outside, she was still in shock, clinging to me and crying, saying she wanted to be with me for the rest of her life. Yet later, she had someone take me to the suburbs and burn me alive. “Asher, if you hadn’t knocked me out, I wouldn’t have missed Finn!” I was stunned, finally realizing she didn’t want to leave that day, not because she was mad at me, but because she was waiting for her lover. I angrily asked, “If I hadn’t saved you, you’d be dead by now, do you know that?” “So what if I died? As long as I could be with Finn, even death would be worth it!” My heart ached. I never imagined that when I opened my eyes again, I would be back on the day the fire happened. This time, I decided to let her die for love. Let her and her lover be a pair of tragic lovers! “Fire! Everyone, run!” As soon as I opened my eyes, I heard chaos around me. Before I could process what was happening, I was pushed backward, falling to the ground and hitting my back against a cabinet. The sharp pain jolted me into clarity, allowing me to see the scene before me. Then I heard a familiar voice yelling at me: “Asher, stop pretending to be kind here; I don’t need you to save me! Get lost! Disappear from my sight!” The acrid smell of smoke triggered my memory. I remembered that after Adeline said this, I didn’t hesitate—I knocked her out. Her words angered me, but escaping was the most important thing at that moment. Fortunately, we both survived unharmed. The relief of surviving made me reconsider our marriage. But before I could speak, she hugged me tightly, her eyes red, apologizing, “I’m sorry, baby, I’ll never fight with you again. I was so scared just now, I thought we were going to die together.” I thought adversity had revealed true feelings and that she finally realized she loved me. But to my surprise, she only did this to make me lower my guard. Then, when I wasn’t paying attention, she had someone tie me up in the suburbs. I looked at her confused, asking, “Adeline, what do you want to do?” Hearing my words, she suddenly laughed, her face showing a sinister expression. “What do I want to do? Since you want to know so badly, I’ll let you die knowing!” She played with a lighter in her hand, her eyes fixed on me. Yet, she spoke of her love for another man. Only then did I realize she didn’t want to leave with me that day because it was the day her lover was returning from abroad, and they had planned to meet. No matter the difficulty or danger, she couldn’t miss it. So, even when the fire struck, she stubbornly refused to leave with me. Foolishly, I thought she was just being difficult because we argued. The humiliation of betrayal and deceit immediately brought tears to my eyes. With my hands tied, I couldn’t move, so I screamed at her: “If I hadn’t saved you, you’d be dead by now, do you know that?” I tried to awaken a bit of conscience in her. But she only laughed maniacally, saying indifferently, “So what if I died? As long as I could be with Finn, even death would be worth it!” “Asher, if you hadn’t knocked me out, I wouldn’t have missed Finn!” “He died inside looking for me, and you owe him this life!” After saying the last sentence, she threw the lit lighter at me. The oil-soaked grass immediately ignited into a raging fire. I was burned alive. Returning to my senses, I felt something hit me. It was because I hadn’t left. Adeline urged: “I told you to get lost! Get lost!” “No matter what you do, today I will definitely…” Before she could finish, I turned around without hesitation. The fire was getting bigger, and I had already wasted too much time because of Adeline. I couldn’t delay any longer. As for Adeline, before leaving, I subconsciously glanced at her, not missing the momentary shock on her face. Since she’s willing to give up her life for true love, I naturally choose to let it be!
After barely making it out, I collapsed to the ground. The burns on my back made me feel intense pain all over. But more than the pain, I felt relieved. Compared to the tragic end last time, now it’s just a few injuries, which is nothing at all! I followed the ambulance to the hospital. There were quite a few injured people today, and my injuries weren’t serious. After a simple bandage, I was ready to leave. But to my surprise, as I passed a certain ward, I faintly heard Adeline’s voice. By now, Adeline should have been burned to ashes, right? I must be hearing things. I shook my head. But then, the voice sounded again. I moved a step to the side and quietly opened the door to the ward. Sure enough, I saw Adeline inside. I frowned, feeling a bit disappointed. Adeline really had a strong life. Thanks to me in the previous life, she survived, and now she didn’t die either. I only needed to deal with widowhood, but now I have to prepare for divorce too, what a hassle! I cursed silently in my heart and was about to leave. Just then, Adeline turned her head and saw me. At the same time, I saw her left side, her face red and blackened. I was stunned for two seconds before realizing Adeline was disfigured! “Asher! Are you here to enjoy my misfortune on purpose?” I ignored her and shifted my gaze to the man in a wheelchair by the hospital bed. Then I realized that the Finn she mentioned was indeed her first love. After I fell in love with Adeline at first sight, I found out she already had a boyfriend. I had to hide my feelings but couldn’t help paying attention to her. Until I heard from a friend that Adeline’s boyfriend, Finn, not only betrayed her but also went abroad. Seeing her crying and drinking, I felt heartbroken. I thought of my friend’s advice to take advantage of the situation. Six months later, Adeline confessed to me, and we got together. I promised her that I would always cherish her and treat her like a treasure. I wanted to tell her I wouldn’t be like Finn. But I never expected she would betray me for someone like Finn. I smirked sarcastically, looking at these two despicable people in front of me, and opened the ward door to go inside. Adeline immediately looked at me warily, threatening: “Asher, I’m warning you! If you dare hurt Finn, I won’t let you off!” Even in this new life, with only hatred in my heart for her, I couldn’t help but feel hurt by her actions. Her blatant favoritism made our three-year marriage feel like a joke. I sneered, with a mocking smile on my face: “Don’t worry, I have no interest in bullying a cripple!” At that, Finn’s face turned ugly. Adeline immediately defended, “Asher, stop looking down on people. Finn got hurt because he was saving me!” “He’s nothing like someone as selfish as you!” She had said everything. My reason for entering the ward was just to get a closer look at her miserable state. After all, she had harmed me so badly in the last life. Although it’s just disfigurement now, it counts as her just desserts. Without a house, I had many things to consider and no time to chat with them here. After admiring the scene, I was ready to turn and leave. But Adeline suddenly reached out to stop me. She commanded, “You’re just in time. From now on, you’re responsible for taking care of Finn!” “He hasn’t eaten yet. Go get him some food right now!”
I laughed in exasperation. I knew she was shameless, but I didn’t expect her to be this shameless. I opened my mouth, but before I could speak, Finn said, “Forget it, Dandan. If Mr. Liang isn’t willing, don’t force him.” Hearing this, Adeline immediately exploded. “Why are you unwilling?” “Asher, I’m your wife. Finn got hurt saving me, so you have a responsibility to take care of him!” Someone on the nearby hospital bed accidentally dropped something, making a sound. Only then did I notice everyone in the ward was staring at us. Adeline realized this too and spoke even more passionately: “You all, judge this!” “He’s my husband, but in the most critical moment, he abandoned me and ran away!” “If my friend hadn’t risked his life to save me, I’d be dead today.” “He was cowardly, and I didn’t hold it against him. But now he’s not even injured, so what’s wrong with taking care of my friend?” Her words quickly gained their support. Everyone was persuading me to properly thank Finn. “Since he got hurt saving you, take good care of him!” I knew the truth, and that was enough. I didn’t need to explain to these bystanders, and their opinions and judgments wouldn’t affect me. “If my friend hadn’t risked his life to save me, I wouldn’t be here today.” “He’s a bit cowardly and afraid of death, but I won’t hold that against him. But now that he’s unharmed, what’s wrong with showing some care for my friend?” People quickly sided with Adeline’s perspective. Everyone was insisting that I should properly thank Finn. “If he got hurt saving you, then you should really take care of him!” I know the truth in my heart, and that’s enough for me. I don’t need to explain to these bystanders; their opinions and judgments don’t affect me. However, if she’s trying to make things difficult for me, I ought to return the favor. So, I gave Finn a disdainful glance. Casually, I remarked, “Speaking of which, he’s willing to risk losing his legs to save you. That’s true love, no doubt.” “Just wonder if…” I purposely paused for two seconds before finishing my thought. “Now that he’s disabled, I wonder if anyone would still want to marry him!” These words were undeniably humiliating for Finn. But even if he was angry, he still said, “As long as Dandan is safe, that’s all that matters.” “Dandan, Mr. Liang must be jealous. You should leave with him. He’s right, I’m just a cripple now. Don’t argue with him because of me.” Adeline looked heartbroken hearing him say that. She anxiously held his hand and said, “Finn, I want you!” “Didn’t we agree? Once you return to the country, we’ll be together.” Adeline didn’t realize that after she said this, everyone else was looking at her differently. I watched expressionlessly as the two gazed at each other lovingly. Finn raised his hand as if to touch Adeline’s face. But he stopped a centimeter away from her face. He withdrew his hand, trembling, and pushed her back. Looking hurt, he said, “Dandan, Mr. Liang likes you so much, he definitely won’t divorce you.” “Rest assured, I will wish you happiness.” I smirked, immediately understanding Finn’s plan. What puzzled me was: If he’s willing to risk everything to be with Adeline now, why did he abandon her in the first place? I felt there was something I didn’t know. Before I could think further, Adeline shouted, “Asher! I want a divorce!” “After experiencing life and death, I realized Finn is the one I should cherish.” I had deliberately provoked Finn for this very reason. Now it seemed to work. I sneered and mocked, “Really? You two do make quite the pair!” One with crippled legs, the other with a ruined appearance, how could they not be a match? Unfortunately, Adeline didn’t catch my underlying meaning. She even smugly said, “Of course, didn’t you know? When I was with Finn, everyone said we were a perfect match!” “When I was with you, they called you my lapdog!” She laughed a few times after saying that. So, she always saw me that way in her heart. I was furious. “Fine, let’s divorce!” “Tomorrow morning at ten, at the County Clerk’s Office. Whoever doesn’t show up is a coward!” After saying that, I angrily walked out the door, barely suppressing a smirk. Divorcing her is the only way to completely break free, to have nothing to do with her anymore. After everything that happened during the day, I just wanted to rest. After a good night’s sleep, I put on a clean outfit and went to the local County Clerk’s Office. But to my surprise, the woman who was clamoring for a divorce yesterday to be with Finn didn’t show up. 4 As the clock ticked from ten to ten-thirty, an uneasy feeling started to build inside me. I tried calling, but no one picked up. Just as I was considering whether to leave, she finally appeared.
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