Chapter 9 — The day my sister-in-law tore up the debt papers, I caused the entire Giang family to collapse

“Tomorrow my lawyer will revise the divorce agreement and send it to everyone.”

I picked up my bag and turned to leave. No hesitation. No one dares to stop me anymore. Stepping out of the tea shop, the sunlight outside was so bright it hurt my eyes. I let out a small sigh. This fight… I finally won. Win back your self-esteem. Also win freedom. At that moment, To Nam's phone call came.

“Have you turned all the cards face up?”

“Um, the cards are turned over.”

“What was their reaction?”

“Is it so choking that it feels like swallowing a fly?”

To Nam's voice was full of gloating. I laughed.

“Almost the same.”

“That's right!”

“Dealing with that kind of person…”

“Absolutely do not be soft-hearted.”

“Hi Hi, what are you planning to do next?”

“First, I will arrange Mom's surgery.”

“Starting my new life.”

“Do you need any help?”

“Of course I do.”

I looked at the tall buildings in the distance, my eyes lit up again.

“I remember you said you wanted to open your own studio, right?”

“That's right, what's wrong?”

“Let me contribute.”

“Startup capital… I invest.”

The other end of the line was silent for a few seconds. Then exploded with a deafening scream.

“You are truly my real sister!”

My mother's surgery was extremely successful. I transferred her to a high-end rehabilitation center with a better environment. There were professional nurses and doctors taking care of me, so I could rest assured that the remaining matters would be handled. The new divorce agreement... Giang Phong signed very quickly. Maybe he's really scared. I'm afraid I'll strip away the last layer of skin he's trying to keep. He left empty-handed and sadly moved back to the Giang family's old house. I also sold the other BMW. Looking at the car being driven away, I no longer had any attachment in my heart. The things that once represented our marriage... At this moment, in my eyes, they are only items that can be valued in money. After removing all traces of Giang Phong from the house... I handed the house over to the broker. I want to leave this city. Change to another place. Start a new life again. Just when things were getting better... I received an unexpected phone call. It's Giang Lam. She called from the detention center. His voice was hoarse, tired, mixed with pleading.

“Tran Hi… consider me begging you…”

“Can you come see me once?”

At first I was going to refuse. But somehow... In the end I still agreed. Maybe I want to see... What that woman who used to be arrogant and inconsiderate of anyone... has now become. Maybe... I want to officially end this resentment. In the meeting room. Through thick, heavy glass. I saw Giang Lam. She wore a prison uniform, her hair was cut short, and her face was completely bare. The sophistication and arrogance of the past have completely disappeared. She lost a lot of weight. Deep sunken eye sockets. Looks ten years older than his real age. Seeing me... Her eyes immediately lit up. She picked up the phone, her hands shaking violently.

“You… you're here…”

“What do you want to say?”

I held the phone to my side, my tone cold.

“Tran Hi… I knew it was wrong…”

“I really know it's wrong…”

Tears immediately welled up in her eyes.

“I shouldn't have tricked you… I shouldn't have taken your money…”

“It was me who was blinded by greed…”

“My parents both said…”

“The story of Giang Phong do…”

“It's the Jiang family who is sorry for you…”

She said as she used the back of her hand to wipe away her tears.

“I know it's too late to say anything now…”

“I deserved it…”

“But I want to ask you something…”

“What?”

She took a deep breath as if gathering all her courage.

“By the Bright Side…”

“Can you help me say something?”

“I know…”

“They canceled the cooperation because of you…”

“If you just open your mouth…”

“They will definitely listen.”

“I don't want to go to jail…”

“My daughter is so young…”

“He can't be without his mother…”

I calmly listened to everything. There is not a single bit of pity in my heart. Knowing this day would come... Why did you do that in the first place?

“Giang Lam…”

“Do you feel capable?”

I coldly asked back. Her crying stopped.