Chapter 19 — My Late Light

"I regret it very much. If I had half of Zhou Yanshu's sweetness, I wouldn't have lost you for so many years." "Nam Am, are you willing to accept my feelings? Are you willing to spend the rest of your life with me?" "I will use my whole life to make up for the tenderness I owe you over the years, to let you know that you deserve to be treated well." Hua Nam Am looked at him, looked at the deep feelings and regret in the bottom of his eyes, looked at Water sparkled in his red eyes, the solid defense in his heart finally completely collapsed at this moment. She remembered the clumsiness when he brought her strawberry cake as a child, the serious angle when he helped her make up for her studies, the steadfastness when he stood in front of her when she was being bullied. Turns out, he was always there. Turns out, the kindness he gave her was never a coincidence, but a deep love that had been cherished for a long time. Her tears slid down her cheeks and onto their clasped hands. She gently nodded, her voice carrying a tremble: "I agree." Co Tinh Da was stunned, and then, a brilliant smile appeared on his face. He gently hugged her, his voice filled with joy and relief: "Nam Am, thank you. Thank you for your trust in me, for your willingness to give me a chance." The sunlight outside the window fell on the two of them, warm and bright. Hua Nam Am leaned in Co Tinh Da's arms, feeling the strong heartbeat in his chest. The long desolate land in her heart finally bloomed a small flower at this moment. She knows that the road ahead will probably still be very difficult. But as long as he is by her side, she will not be afraid. Because he is the light that came late in her life. Time is the best medicine, also the cruelest trial. The first thing Hua Nam Am did after being discharged from the hospital was to completely cut off all bad connections with the past. She blocked all contact methods of the Chu family, changed a new phone number, and moved into a new apartment filled with sunlight. She is no longer that timid, invisible little girl, longing to be loved. She rediscovered her design dream and established her own studio. Even though the beginning was difficult, every time she encountered difficulties, she turned around and could always see the steadfast figure of Co Tinh Da. Co Tinh Da is not good at speaking, does not know how to say sweet words, but he will use actions to prove everything. He will remember the breakfast she casually reminded him that he wanted to eat, would quietly bring a glass of hot milk when she stayed up late drawing a manuscript, would silently stand in front of her when she was being inconvenienced. Later, they organized a completely new wedding, belonging only to the two of them. Even though it was not solemn enough, there were no blessings from friends or relatives. But Hua Nam Am was very happy. Because she finally had the simple but extremely true happiness she had always dreamed of. At the same time, the judgment of the law finally descended. Chu So So, for many crimes such as intentionally causing injury, illegal detention, and combining multiple crimes together, was sentenced to ten years in prison. In prison, she shed all her arrogance and became quiet, her eyes filled with silence. As for Chu Nghien Thu, he could not escape sanctions just because he was the young master of the Chu family. Because he illegally detained Chu So Chu in a private villa and at the same time tolerated servants mistreating her, causing Chu So Chu to be mentally unstable and physically disabled, he was prosecuted for intentionally causing injury and illegal detention. In court, when the judge read the verdict, Chu Nghien Thu was expressionless. This is retribution for hurting Hua Nam Am, the evil he should bear. Five years later. Chu Nghien Thu walked out

out of the prison gate. The eldest young master of the Chu family, who was once energetic and indifferent to anyone, has now become old and haggard. His back was slightly hunched, his eyes no longer had the old spirit, only sadness and endless emptiness remained. Because of his scandals and poor business, the Chu family soon collapsed, and now he is empty-handed. He wandered aimlessly on the street, passing by a small park in the middle of the street. Not far away, he saw Hua Nam Am and Co Tinh Da holding hands with a child, eating roadside snacks, buying toys, and laughing happily. Chu Nghien Thu stood in place, away from the crowded crowd, looking at that warm and harmonious picture, feeling that her world had completely collapsed. He finally understood that there are mistakes that, once committed, can never be undone. He watched the backs of a family of three leave, until they disappeared around the corner of the street. The wind blew, lifting the fallen leaves from the ground, also drying the many years late tears in the corner of his eyes. He had completely lost her. Completely, thoroughly, forever. Complete.