Chapter 26 — Ex-Wife Reincarnated

"Why?"

“Because we were inherently incompatible.” I said, "What you need is an obedient Mrs. Luc. What I need is a life partner who respects To Van. We can't give each other what we want. So breaking up will happen sooner or later."

After listening, he burst into laughter, a very peaceful smile. “You're right.”

“Yes.”

“So…” He paused, “I wish you happiness.”

“Me too.”

He left. This time, there was no turning back. I looked at his back, an empty space in my heart, but not sadness, but... liberation. Finally, it's completely over. Tham Dinh Uyen stepped forward. “Are you okay?”

“It's okay.”

“Really?”

“Really.” I turned to look at him, "Just feeling a little hungry."

He laughed. “What do you want to eat?”

“Hotpot.”

“Okay.”

“Must be spicy.”

“Okay.”

“Must drink beer.”

“Okay.”

“Please.”

“Okay.”

I looked at him. “Why do you indulge in everything so much?”

“Because you said it.” He smiled, "Whatever you say."

My ears are burning. "Let's go."

“Yes.”

While eating hot pot, Tham Dinh Uyen said: "Luc Than Vu has transferred the shares to you."

“I know.”

“Do you want to receive it?”

“No.” I replied, “Troublesome.”

"So how to handle it?"

“Donate.” I said, "Do charity work. Build schools, or support single mothers."

He looked at me. “Seriously?”

“Yes.”

“That's tens of billions of dollars.”

“I know.” I said, “But I don't want his money.”

“Why?”

“Because it's dirty.” I replied, "I got it, I'm still in an unknown relationship with him."

He nodded. “Okay, let me handle it for you.”

“Thank you.”

“Thank you again.”

I laugh. “I'm used to it.”

“Forget it.”

“Yes.”

In the evening, we walked home. Passing by the convenience store, I bought an ice cream. Tham Dinh Uyen watched me eat.

“How can you eat ice cream in this cold weather?”

“Yes.”

“Watch out for stomach pain.”

“Don't be afraid.”

He sighed. “You really…”

“Really?”

“It really drives me crazy.”

I laughed, licking the ice cream. Sweet.

“Tham Dinh Uyen.”

“Hmm?”

“Tell me, why do people change?”

“Because of the experiences.”

“Will it get better?”

“It depends on the person.” He said, “You're getting better.”

“How do you know?”

“Because now you know how to laugh.” He looked at me, “A real smile.”

I was stunned, then burst out laughing. "Really?"

“Yes.” He said, “There is light in the eyes.”

I bowed my head, the ice cream melted and dripped onto my hand. He pulled out a tissue and wiped me, his movements very gentle.

“To Van.”

“Yes?”

“Don't cry anymore.”

“Yes.”

“Must laugh.”

“Yes.”

“Must have fun.”

“Yes.”

“Yes…” He stopped.

“What should I do?”

“You must stay by my side.”

I raised my head and looked at him. Under the streetlight, his eyes were very bright, like stars.

“Tham Dinh Uyen.”

“What?”

“Are you pursuing me?”

“That's right.” He admitted, “Is it obvious?”

“Very clear.”

“So…” He started nervously, “Do you agree?”

I didn't say anything, stood up on tiptoe, and kissed him on the cheek. Very light, very fast. Then turned and ran away.

“To Van!” He called out from behind.

I didn't turn around, just ran home laughing. Heart beating like thunder.

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Chapter 12 The next morning, the doorbell rang. I opened the door. Tham Dinh Uyen stood outside, holding a bouquet of flowers. Not roses, but sunflowers, a very large, bright yellow bunch brilliant.

“Good morning.” he said.

“Good morning.” I looked at the bouquet, "This is..."

“For you.” He brought it over, "Do you like it?"

I take it. “Why did you suddenly give me flowers?”

“Because of last night.” He looked straight into my eyes, "You need to give me an answer."

“What answer?”

"The story about me chasing you." He said, “Do you agree?”

I held the bouquet of flowers, bowed my head and smelled them, they were very fragrant.

“What if I say I don't agree?”

“Then I continue to pursue.” He smiled, "Let's pursue it until you agree."

“Tham Dinh Uyen.”

“What?”

“Are you serious?”