Chapter 3 — The Moon is Quiet on the West River, People Haven't Returned Yet

I laughed. The wound on my foot no longer hurts. Actually… there is no need for any challenge. At any time, Ha Vi Vi is always his first choice. That night, because the wound was infected and I had a cold, I had a high fever. While trying to stand up and look for the medicine box, he suddenly barged in. His whole body was filled with murderous intent: "To Le, you..." But before he finished speaking, his eyes stopped on my pale face, and his voice immediately stopped. A trace of sadness appeared in his eyes. He walked quickly to help me: "A Le, what's wrong with you?" I felt funny. In the morning I fell into the water, he saw everything. Now I ask "what's wrong with you"? I gently pushed his hand away: "Go back and take care of Vi Vi. If anything happens to her, I will be 'unforgiven'." He was embarrassed, coughed lightly, lowered his voice: "A Le, sorry... I'm too impatient." Then immediately his voice changed again: "But the matter of you pushing Vi Vi into the water, it's really impossible—" "Not me!" — I mumbled each word, my throat immediately choked, the taste of blood overflowing. As soon as I raised my head, I saw a long red scratch on his neck. I stopped. He also realized I had seen it, quickly covered it up, stammering: "A Le, I... can explain..." I didn't bother to listen anymore and interrupted: "Ha Dinh Chau, we haven't had the wedding yet. So... let's get a divorce." The room was as quiet as a sheet of paper. A second later, he felt as if he had been doused with cold water, shouting: "To Le! Vi Vi just returned home, and you asked for a divorce? Do you want people to say she's a 'little girl' to come between us?" "Isn't that right?" "To Le! You've disappointed me so much! When did you become so domineering and scheming?!" Before I could say anything, he jumped to conclusions like someone standing on high, judging everything. everything, washing away responsibility. I could only laugh: "Ha Dinh Chau, looking at you now... it really makes people nauseous." His angry face immediately froze. As for me, my eyes were dark and I fainted. When I woke up, I was in the hospital room of the military hospital. The fever has subsided. Ha Dinh Chau sat next to the bed, his eyes red - clearly having been awake for several nights. Seeing me wake up, he immediately grabbed my hand: "A Le, you're awake! You were in a coma for two days, I was worried to death!" I turned away and looked out the window. Outside, there was a soft sound of birds chirping. He still held my hand, hesitantly opened his mouth: "Vi Vi... was diagnosed with stomach cancer, so... I want..." I withdrew my hand, coldly: "It's your business, don't need to tell me." "A Le, don't be angry anymore, okay? Yesterday I drew the great auspicious hexagram, we can get married. But before that... I want to fulfill Vi Vi's last wish." I raised my eyebrows: "What do you wish for?" "She said... if she can't marry you, she won't cooperate with the treatment. A Le... sorry..." I smiled faintly and interrupted: "Then marry her. I have no opinion." He was so happy as if a burden had been lifted, hugging me: "Thank you, A Le. I promise, when Vi Vi starts treatment, I will give you the most solemn wedding." After finishing speaking, he left, saying yes. military service. But I know — you're looking for her. But it's okay. In three days, I will pretend to be dead. Then quietly left this world, starting my mission in the Golden Triangle. Ha Dinh Chau, from now on - we will never meet again. The day I was discharged from the hospital, the Ha family's house was brightly lit with flowers and loud laughter filled the yard. Everyone thought today was Ha Dinh Chau and I's wedding, so they came together to congratulate. After three years of waiting, they finally believed that I was about to find happiness. But I don't explain anything. Just quietly return, close the door, and start packing your things. The room was empty, except for two large suitcases placed in the middle of the floor. Inside are the gifts he once gave:

Bright water jade bracelets, expensive necklaces, and the first-class medal he earned after a special mission. At the bottom is a sandalwood box, where the letters he sent me over the past seven years are kept. I opened a leaf, the handwriting was strong, every sentence was full of love. But now, reading it again, I only see lies. Did you write those words for me — or for Ha Vi Vi's shadow in your heart? I was silent for a long time, then threw it all into the corner of the wall. Anyway, all of this… will burn down along with this house. On the table is the file I brought back from the Command. The last page is a confirmation letter - just sign, the "faking death" plan will officially begin. The commander once said: "If you don't sign, you still have a chance to regret it." I was planning on waiting a little longer, but now — there's nothing left to wait for. As soon as he finished signing, Ha Dinh Chau's voice rang out behind him: "What did you just sign?"