Chapter 3 — In The End We Are Just Strangers

The person sitting opposite momentarily stiffened his face. I propped my chin up and looked at her. To Chi bowed her head and picked up a dish on the table. Tong Yen Chu gently pushed the peeled crab meat in front of me. Again, gently use a towel to wipe off the grease on your fingertips. In the past, I really loved this look of Tong Yen Chu. On the outside, I'm always arrogant and arrogant, but in front of me, I'm so gentle and caring. But thinking about the fact that these were To Chi's requests... I just feel a little nauseous. “Listen… To Chi!” Tong Yen Chu suddenly stood up. I looked at the person opposite. Her beautiful face was as red as the afternoon sun, her already thin cheeks began to swell. “Are there yams on the table?” “Sorry, I forgot you are allergic.” “Come on, I'll take you to the hospital.” To Chi was stunned, suddenly covering her face with her hand: "Don't... don't look at me!" Tong Yen Chu reacted very quickly, immediately taking off his vest and covering her head: "I don't look, I don't look." “Let's go to the hospital.” To Chi stood up and staggered. Tong Yen Chu was impatient and picked her up. Quickly leave the restaurant. I stared blankly at the scene that looked like an eight o'clock bloody TV show unfolding in front of me. Look at Tong Yen Chu's genuinely impatient expression. Looking at him carrying the person in his arms, from beginning to end, he never looked back at me once. I picked up my phone and texted the entertainment reporter. The whole table was full of delicious food. Anyway, it shouldn't be wasted. I bowed my head and picked up a piece of potato from the plate To Chi had just picked up. The stew is very soft and delicious. 8 Tong Yen Chu came home while I was lying on the sofa applying a mask. Just at eight o'clock. Just when the movie I was watching recently – “First Love Reunion” – was showing. The female lead cried while questioning the male lead: "All these years, have you really never missed me at all?" The male lead suppressed his emotions: "Yes!" “Do you know how much I miss you like crazy!” The last sentence he shouted until his face was distorted, making me couldn't help but laugh out loud. The door opened at that moment. It's no wonder I have sharp eyes, I immediately noticed that he had buttoned his shirt wrong. I withdrew my eyes and continued to watch the bloody movie I was treating as a comedy. “Lam Nghe, I'm sorry.” “I didn't mean to leave you in the restaurant, it was just that the situation was too urgent at that time…” “After all, To Chi is an actress, her face is very important, there can be no scars.” “Sorry.” “Lam Nghe…” I moved myself to lie more comfortably on the sofa. Calmly said: "This afternoon I sent you the draft divorce agreement." “I originally intended to talk to you directly, now just watch.” “Let's fix it completely tonight.” Tong Yen Chu looked a bit tired. “We will not divorce,” he said. “Lam Nghe…” He stood in front of me, reaching out to hug me. The faint scent of gardenia on him wafted in the air, I raised my eyes. You can clearly see the faint red mark on his neck. Instinctual reactions are faster than thinking. I raised my hand and slapped him hard. Tong Yen Chu's face was marked with red marks. He was stunned, not angry, bowed his head and admitted his mistake, condescending as much as possible: "Does your hand hurt?" “It's all your fault, Lam Nghe.” My hand was held by him. The man slightly lowered his eyes, gently caressing my palm, which was red from the slap. “A little less angry now yet, Lam Nghe?” Sometimes I wonder if I shouldn't have entered the study that day. Who knows, maybe you won't accidentally see Tong Yen Chu's old diary. Will not open that Pandora's box. I won't let every seemingly gentle moment remind me of To Chi. Remembering Tong Yen Chu when he was just in his twenties, after every argument with To Chi, he carefully wrote down in his diary: His girlfriend's feelings are the most important, if she can coax her, everything will be easy to solve. Don't judge right from wrong when you're angry. If you make a mistake, you must apologize promptly. The first person plants trees, the next person enjoys the shade. But is it to enjoy the coolness... Or forever live in the shadow of the old person? I pushed Tong Yen Chu's hand away. Extremely calm: "Please see the divorce agreement soon." “Get a divorce soon and get it over with.” 9 Tong Yen Chu refused to divorce. I don't even pay attention to him anymore. It's just unfortunate that To Chi had the opportunity to personally come to my door to start a conversation with me. I didn't ask the maid to pour the water, she wasn't polite and just sat down on the sofa. To Chi looked at me and smiled: "Lam Nghe." "I heard what Yen Chu said, I feel uncomfortable because of what happened between you and him." “Actually, what happened between you and Yen Chu is in the past, it's nothing. The important thing is to live well in the present.” I didn't answer, just looked at her. To Chi's solo performance wasn't over yet, she sighed softly: "Yen Chu used to be nothing like she is now." “At that time we argued, he was very arrogant and refused to bow his head.” "We argued countless times, until we were really angry at each other, then he finally apologized." “Wait until he learns to bow his head…” “Then you two will lose each other.” To Chi looked at me, tears flickering in her eyes. The voice was also somewhat choked: "Lam Nghe, do you know how much I admire you?" I bowed my head, took a sip of tea, and calmly replied: "So it's probably because the love isn't deep enough." “Otherwise, why is it always him who gets in the water first every time we have an argument?” To Chi was speechless. Discomfort flashed through her eyes, only for a moment and then disappeared. Just then her phone vibrated. Glancing at the screen, she smiled again: "Yen Chu sent me a message." “Lam Nghe, I will also help you advise him.” “Don't be angry anymore.” I lowered my eyes. Hearing the sound of the door closing, he immediately picked up the phone and texted Tong Yen Chu a message. — Want to go see fireworks with me? 10 This is the first time in so long that I have been humbled. Tong Yen Chu immediately agreed, without hesitation. Just in time for the festival. The beach was crowded with people gathering. Looking back from afar, several street stalls display all kinds of lovely lanterns, and the air is filled with the scent of snacks. The noise and bustle of people. I especially like scenes like this that are filled with earthly breath. When I first got married to Tong Yen Chu, I always thought he was a good person. Just missing a bit of the breath of everyday life. All day long, I'm buried in work. Later, I gradually filled that black and white gray house with bright colors. Even the man who once knew nothing to entertain other than work began to love his future with me. At that time, even my silly smile carried a bubble of happiness. Living with Tong Yen Chu until his gray age dragon teeth, was once one of my greatest aspirations in life. The night market was crowded, Tong Yen Chu protected me every step of the way. Whatever I pointed at, he bought it for me, without even a word of complaint. We look like any normal couple in the world. Near eight o'clock, the crowd began to flock toward the beach. Tong Yen Chu held my hand and took me to the viewing platform. Down there, everyone started counting down. Ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four — Three. Two. One. Fireworks fly up. That explosive moment was extremely splendid and brilliant. The cheers of the crowd rolled like waves. I raised my head. Tong Yen Chu stood behind me, gently covering my ears. Still so gentle. That year, Tong Yen Chu was twenty-one years old. Also watched such a brilliant fireworks display with To Chi. Amidst the bustle of people all around, he looked at the tilted face before his eyes. Suddenly I really, really wanted to marry her. Then he said: “Chi Chi.” "I love you." "I love you." I laughed until I cried. 11 When the last fireworks dissipated, the bustling sounds on the beach finally subsided. Tong Yen Chu's phone ringing gradually became clearer. I looked towards Tong Yen Chu. He lowered his eyes. Four eyes looked at each other. I could even clearly see my image reflected in his eyes. “It was she who called.” My voice was calm, like I was talking about something obvious. “Let me guess, what's the excuse this time?” “Don't know how to use electrical appliances in the house?” "Not familiar with the road, lost in the streets?" “Or, being harassed by crazy fans?” Tong Yen Chu lowered her eyes, avoiding my gaze. The phone still rings non-stop. I smiled slightly, my voice was gentle and gentle: "Don't fool yourself anymore." “Yen Chu.” "First love is hard to forget, the person I can't let go of... is not you." “That's not true!”