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I have visited Jichuan's home several times; his residence is located in the most luxurious villa area of the city. The house is particularly large, adorned with many exquisite pieces of furniture and antique items of considerable age. The floors are covered with thick carpets, creating a warm atmosphere. However, due to the lack of liveliness, the entire house appears exceptionally empty, and I always feel as if I am in a haunted house

I know that these three words are simply a challenge to the father's authority

The girl is slightly shorter than me, and I looked down at her with a cold smile, icily mocking, "Sorry, miss, you are standing in the wrong place"

I cast a cold glance at Wen Shaoyue and said three words to my dissatisfied father: "You mind your own business!"

That girl is also a thick-skinned person; in the face of my provocation, she surprisingly said nothing and walked away with a blank expression

After that woman entered the door and gave birth to my younger brother, my father’s attitude towards my brother Wen Shaoyan was almost one of indulgence. Wen Shaoyan obtained everything I desired so easily, which made me feel increasingly unforgiving.

Jichuan took my hand, his eyes filled with an enduring sense of desolation.

Sitting next to that woman is my half-brother Wen Shaoyue. His eyes flicker, and with just a glance at that kid, I know he must have some ulterior motive for wanting this money. As usual, my father took out money from his wallet and handed it to Wen Shaoyue without even asking.

Many times, Jichuan is alone at home. He often lies on the floor with a blanket, dozing off and waking up in a daze.

I stood in place awaiting my father's wrath

After I arrived at school, I headed straight to the Taekwondo activity room, and sure enough, Ji Chuan was there.

It's nothing, I just don't want to stay at home

Faced with my father's unparalleled affection for him, I have long since become numb, yet every time I witness this scene, I still feel a twinge of resentment in my heart

Originally, I had planned to suppress the emotions that were about to erupt and quietly finish a meal with my stepmother and my half-brother. However, upon hearing my father say that, I could no longer contain my anger and shouted loudly: "What I wear when I go out is my own business!"

I pretended to be relaxed and tried to brush off my negative emotions, but at the moment I spoke, it felt as if a heavy stone was pressing down on my heart, creating a sense of suffocation that was hard to bear

Ji Chuan seemed not to have noticed my intentions; he merely shrugged indifferently, raised his hand to smooth the stray hair from my forehead, and said in a low voice by my ear: "What are you thinking? This is completely unrelated. I have had a girlfriend for a long time, and she is still single. Clearly, there is no possibility between us, so stop making wild guesses."

At first, I was not at all shy. However, Xu Liya spoke ill of me in front of the other girls in the dormitory and damaged my belongings. After several instances, it inevitably became bothersome. I felt uncomfortable staying in the dormitory, so I simply moved back home.

As I reached the door and turned to close it, I saw my father speaking softly with that woman, who was smiling radiantly, and an inexplicable surge of anger rose within me

This will not be repeated in the future

Indeed, ignoring it is also a form of silent resistance

"Using strong arguments to seize reason, not helping me move is simply not helping. Do not make excuses for what you have not done! Are you still that resolute and decisive sports committee member, Ji Chuan, from high school? What on earth is wrong with you? Has time not only worn down your face but also dulled your heart?" I retorted angrily to Ji Chuan.

Because I cannot accept the current situation, my father and that woman, along with their son, are happily dining together as a family of three, while I feel like a lonely beggar

As soon as I sat down at the dining table, my father slammed his chopsticks onto the table, causing my already limited appetite to vanish instantly

Ji Chuan appeared indifferent to the girl's departure; the more calm and composed he seemed, the more restless and uneasy my heart became, unable to find peace.

However, what I never expected was that my arrival did not bring him any surprise; instead, he gave me a fright

In the years of conflict with my father, I have gained extensive experience in struggle, thus I turned away without even glancing at him and left

Jichuan's words instantly warmed my heart, so I decided not to hold a grudge against his overstepping actions; of course, I still did not spare him in my words

He has a pair of unfathomable eyes, which always remind me of the Sea of Love I have seen on the computer, a place I long to visit yet dare not approach. However, unlike the cold sea water, what swells in his eyes is nothing but warmth

It would have been one thing if I had caught you being ambiguous with another girl, but to not even consider my feelings and instead become more audacious, justifying your past wrongdoings, is becoming increasingly unacceptable

I suddenly miss Ji Chuan very much

I let out a cold snort, cast a frosty glance at my father, and said: "Go wherever you like, I have no interest in accompanying you"

I glanced at my father, and his eyes were filled with disappointment towards me, his disobedient daughter, to which I had long since grown accustomed

Alright, don't be angry anymore, I was just teasing you. I apologize to you once again. Next time, if there are any heavy, dirty, or tiring tasks, you must inform me at the first opportunity. I will definitely not let you tire yourself out.

Ji Chuan fell silent for a moment, and the smile on his face seemed to have been frozen.

My Jichuan is not someone others can touch. I immediately rushed over in a fit of anger, stood firmly in front of them, grabbed each of them by an arm, and forcefully pulled them apart, successfully pushing Jichuan away from the clutches of that girl.

I picked up the chopsticks and, without paying much attention, began to serve myself vegetables from my bowl, casually saying: "How is this not clothing?"

Longing is like the tide; once it breaks the dam, it can no longer be restrained. I opened the photos of Jichuan on my phone, pressed the phone against my heart, and quickly left this suffocating home with my bag, rushing towards the school without looking back

Father's brows were almost furrowed into a knot, and he placed the chopsticks on the table. I knew this was a sign that he was about to lose his temper. Based on my years of experience, he would soon shout loudly and slam the table.

Seeing my indifferent demeanor, my father became increasingly angry and said sternly with a furrowed brow: "Look at your pants, your thighs are completely exposed, it’s as if you’re not wearing anything at all, which is disgraceful and immoral"

It was as if I had abruptly intruded upon the happiness that they were meant to enjoy, leaving them feeling quite displeased and dissatisfied. Many times, when the three of them were laughing and chatting in the living room, the moment I opened the door and stepped out, their laughter would come to an abrupt halt

Forget it, I definitely won't move back to the dormitory. Anyway, you won't help me move my luggage, I have to do everything myself, having you as my boyfriend is no different from not having one at all

As soon as the father's reprimand ended, the stepmother sitting beside him placed food into the father's bowl

Where are you going if you don't eat properly

I know that he, like me, does not wish to return to that place which can no longer be called home

Many times, I feel as though I am adopted, or that I was adopted from an orphanage. I have even frantically searched the house for adoption papers, hoping to find any clues about my origins

Have you grown up and become strong enough to have wings? How dare you talk back?

The woman gently picked up a tissue to wipe the corner of Wen Shaoyeh's mouth, smiling tenderly, while her father looked at her with eyes full of affection

Moving to live at school was just a casual remark; upon hearing Jichuan's words, I fell silent instead

To me, Ji Chuan is the person I never want to lose. Similarly, in his eyes, I am the one he wishes to be with and to grow old together.

I spoke while pulling his hand to walk outside, but Ji Chuan suddenly grabbed my arm, blocking my steps. He shook his head and said, "No, I still have some matters to attend to. You go ahead, and I will find you later."

The pillow became the object of my anger; after I threw it around in my room, my irritable mood finally calmed down somewhat

As I reached out to help Ji Chuan adjust his collar, I asked, "Who was that girl just now? Does she have feelings for you?"

Girls are always so easily defeated in front of the boys they like

Ji Chuan sighed, wearing an expression of disappointment: "This is to train your physical fitness, do you understand? Look at you, just a few flights of stairs and you start panting. Are you still that 'tough girl' who was as swift as the wind? If you don't take advantage of your youth to exercise well, when you get older, conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high blood sugar will become inseparable from you"

The woman sitting beside my father said just three words during the conflict between my father and me, which instantly transformed my father, who was originally filled with rage and ready to fight, from a stormy state to one of calmness.

Hurry up and eat

That experience was truly tragic, and to this day, I still feel a faint numbness in my finger joints when I think about it

My father's patience with me seemed to have been completely exhausted in that moment, and he did not say another word

When I first moved to the school, I made a firm decision never to return. The luggage I moved was so heavy it could crush my shoulders. What was most frustrating was that when I moved back home from the dormitory, that rascal Jichuan didn't come to help me with my luggage, leaving me to face the incredibly awkward moment of opening the door with my bags all by myself.

He furrowed his brows slightly, appearing as if he wanted to speak but hesitated.

My father's words made me feel somewhat amused. It seems he will never understand what I am thinking, nor will he ever grasp what I want, just as I do not understand what he is thinking or what he desires. We, as father and daughter, are like two parallel lines, each recklessly running towards our own desired direction, and there will never be a day when we intersect.

Father was looking at Wen Shaoyan with a beaming smile as he ate. When he saw me suddenly stand up, the smile on his face instantly froze

I let out a long breath, feeling a wave of relief in my heart: "Jichuan, come with me for a walk outside, it's too stuffy in the room."

Jichuan touched my head, sighed, and said softly: "Xiaoya, you must think carefully about whether you really want to move to live at school"

I know that this son is the apple of his father's eye, his treasured possession. The way he looks at Wen Shaoyan is not the same as how he looks at me. He exerts all his effort to play the role of a good father in Wen Shaoyan's heart, fulfilling all of Wen Shaoyan's needs. What displeases me the most is his attitude when Wen Shaoyan gets into trouble; not only does he offer gentle comfort, but he also wears a beaming smile, embodying the image of a loving father, which is in stark contrast to his attitude towards me. In his father's eyes, Wen Shaoyan will always be the obedient child, while I will forever be the disobedient bad girl. Not only does he offer gentle comfort, but he also wears a beaming smile, embodying the image of a loving father, which is in stark contrast to his attitude towards me. In his father's eyes, Wen Shaoyan will always be the obedient child, while I will forever be the disobedient bad girl.

Jichuan is my boyfriend of several years, and his warm smile is the only thing I possess in this world. Many times I feel that without Jichuan, I might have already lost the courage to continue staying in this city

There is no one at home, what are you doing there? I have completed all the games we bought together... what about you? Did you have another argument with your dad?

Jichuan tightened his grip on my hand and helped me smooth out my somewhat disheveled hair. The anger and displeasure in my heart quietly dissipated with his simple gestures.

I furrowed my brows, just about to ask Ji Chuan what he was busy with, when a boy wearing glasses came over and patted his shoulder, smiling as he said: "Brother Chuan, there will be some freshmen coming to the club for training soon, let's go prepare some things together."

Have you not returned home again

My voice is very low. Ji Chuan's melancholic gaze reminded me once again of his empty house, and I suddenly felt a pang of sadness in my heart

She is the absolute victor, which makes me increasingly detest her, to the point that even now, I disdain to mention her name. To me, she will always be just "that woman"

Ji Chuan smiled slightly and said, "How could there possibly be a next time... By the way, today is the weekend. What brings you to the club? Don't you dislike the atmosphere here?"

Father seemed to have thought for a long time before slowly speaking: "Do not go out on Wednesday morning, come with me to a place."

Jichuan and I are both children abandoned by our mothers, we are so similar that is why we love each other so deeply

Dad, I have something I want to buy, please give me some money

In my memory, my father has never shown me a kind face. Ever since that woman entered our home, she has been the only one in his world, as if I were merely an outsider

When Jichuan saw my serious expression, he instead burst into laughter, and while I was not paying attention, he quickly planted a light kiss on my forehead

On the bedside table sits a photo frame, within which is the warm smile of Ji Chuan. Thinking of Ji Chuan, my mood has finally improved a little.

My anticipated scenario is as follows: if Ji Chuan says "yes," I will swiftly grab him, bypass his collar, and directly seize his throat. Even if I cannot teach him a lesson, I can at least cause his breathing to pause for a few seconds

The bespectacled man and Ji Chuan were busy in the area designated for protective gear in the practice room. I stood by and watched for a while, seeing that he truly had no time to pay attention to me, so I had no choice but to leave the taekwondo practice room

Previously, every time I came, I would call him in advance, asking him to take a shower and clean off his foul sweat to avoid bothering me. However, today I deliberately chose not to inform him of my visit, planning to surprise him and see the expression of both shock and joy on his face

"Wen Ya, is this what you call clothing?"

Thinking of this, my mood instantly plummeted. Looking at the harmonious scene of their family of three, I felt worse than if I had eaten a fly, and with a cold expression, I stood up, preparing to leave the dining table

I tightly grasped his palm with my hand, striving to absorb the warmth from his palm. It took considerable effort to calm my emotions, and I coldly said: "Is that still my home? My father has always looked down on me; it seems he doesn't know what day of the week it is unless he scolds me a few times each day. I might as well move to the school; at least I could spend more time with you."

As soon as I walked through the door of the taekwondo activity room, I saw a girl standing very close to Jichuan, whispering to each other, their interaction as ambiguous as it could be

Jichuan's sudden kiss left me somewhat flustered, especially since there were others in the practice room. I felt embarrassed to display affection in front of so many people, which made my face turn red

Jichuan shrugged his shoulders at me, waved his hand with a look of helplessness, and said softly, "I have to get busy first, see you later"

I suddenly feel a bit nauseous and can no longer eat another bite of food

In fact, it was entirely impossible for me to move into the dormitory, as I had an unpleasant conflict with my dorm mate Xu Liya during my freshman year

I gritted my teeth, turned to the side, and planned to settle accounts with Ji Chuan after the autumn.

If she were merely mocking me coldly in front of me, it would be one thing; how could a battle-hardened woman like me be easily defeated by her few words? But to my surprise, when she saw that I was ignoring her, she mistakenly thought I was afraid of her, becoming even more arrogant and making things difficult for me in every aspect of life